Dice:: ELECTRONICS for selected AudiNolkswagen vehicles Installation Guide/User Manual for model number AudiNW-CDC and AudiNW-SAT integration kits
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Table of contents Copyrights and trademarks Icon legends Warranty and safety Product registration Supported iPod models iPod hierarchy Charging 3 3 4 5 6 AudiNW-CDC integration kit Integration kit contents DIP switches DIP switch settings Installation iPod audio source Controls in CDC emulation Browsing function in CDC emulation 8-19 9 AudiNW-SAT integration kit Integration kit contents DIP switches DIP switch settings Installation 20-29 7 iPod audio source Controls in SAT emulation Browsing function
Warning and safety! Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding. Failure to follow instructions may result in improper operation or injury. Neither DICE Electronics, LLC. nor Apple Inc., its regional offices, distributors or resellers take any responsibility for any damage or injury as a result of using the integration kit. - Do not open, disassemble or alter the interface in anyway. - Do not insert anything into the casing.
Congratulations on your purchase Thank you for purchasing the DICE integration kit for iPod. Please review our user manual and installation guide before operating the unit. This interface was designed and manufactured to seamlessly integrate with your vehicle's factory entertainment system. Product registration In order to validate your warranty period and to receive telephone or online support, you MUST register your DICE product. To register your DICE product, please complete the following steps: 1.
~Dlce:: .. ·.-ELECTRON!CS Supported iPod models and firmware version requirements FW:3.1.1 [0) O iPod 4th generation 20GB 40GB FW:1.2.1 [~] O iPod 4th generation color display 20GB 30GB 40GB 60GB FW:1.0.3 [I ~ I) iPod classic @ 80GB 160GB FW:1.2.1 FW:1.4.1 FW:1.0.3 -.T., iPod O 5th generation (video) 30GB 60GB 80GB 101 @ [I ~ II @ ~ FW:1.3.1 o [1-T..1) iPod nano 1st generation 1GB2GB4GB iPod mini 4GB 6GB FW:1.1.3 II-T..
~DICE:: ... · I I I E L E c T R o N l c 5 iPod hierarchy By default, the interface creates a Playlist having a name that is the same as the name of the iPod.This Playlist is the very first on the list of Playlists shown while browsing in Playlist mode. This Playlist contains all the songs on the iPod. Once a Playlist is active an Artist may be selected within that Playlist using the Artist Mode. Albums by the selected Artist and within the selected Playlist may be selected in Album Mode.
AudiNW-CDC integration kit
~DICE:: ... ·JIIIELECTROi'-.JiCS Integration kit contents 1Vehicle specific interface unit 1iPod docking cable Vehicle specific harnesses (R,Rl ,R2)* 1User manual ~ilierf2ce i~f iPtnt for selected AudiNolkswagen vehicles Audi-R harness * Note that your kit may contain one or more harnesses.
~Dlce:: .'111 E LEe T"R [} N i C S Dip switches The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all. Disconnect the vehicle harness from module and cycle ignition oHfor 50 seconds after changing the switches! ~I_IOFF ~1_loN 1 2 DICE Module ON/OFF Switch Positions "Car (onfig. "iPod (onfig.
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Sa - Audi radios with Rconnectors - You can access the CD changer connector located on the back of the radio. Unplug the factory connection if present and plug the Audi-R BUS connector into the receptacle. The connector should securely lock. Ground wire MUSTbe connected to a stable grounding point.
~DICE:: -·IIIIFLECTRONlC5 Sb - VW radios with Rl connectors -You can access the CD changer connector located on the back of the radio. Unplug the factory connection if present and plug the VW-Rl BUS connector into the receptacle. The connector should securely lock. Ground wire MUST be connected to a stable grounding point.
Sc - VW radios with R2 connectors -You can access the CD changer connector located on the back of the radio. Unplug the factory connection if present and plug the VW-R2 BUS connector into the receptacle. The connector should securely lock. Ground wire MUST be connected to a stable grounding point.
~Dlce:: ·.-ELECTRO;\~lCS .. Sc - Cable modification (only for i-VW-R kit) -If veh ide is eq uipped with factory Satell ite rad io and desired to be retai ned, a harness modification is required. 1 Disconnect main radio harness and locate SAT connector. Remove it from main harness by pressing on the release tab of the SAT connector. ;;1 ~ ttEHE ~ ,lr G 1_ 2 Slide out the inner part of the 4 Remove the SAT wires from SAT connector from plastic the factory connector by releasing the pins with a housing.
6 Connect the vehicle specific connector and the iPod docking cable to the DICE module. Apply cable ties to secure the cables. 0·· 1/8" iPod dock input cable input AUX ••• •• 000000 000000 receptacle receptacle vehicle specific connector iPod docking cable vehicle specific connector 7 Verify that all connections have been properly made. 8 Reconnect the carls battery. Test the unit before seating the cables and reinstalling the panels/trim.
iPod audio source Controls in CDC emulation Press the CD button to access the interface and its features. Pressing this button repeatedly will cycle through sources present (internal CD if present, followed by external) in your vehicle. When the iPod audio source is active (DISC 5, Track1 ),press theTrack button orturn theTune dial to select next/previous Song.
--l' -+ I CDC CD1 TR1 TRACK MODE- PLAYLIST MODE - ALBUM MODE - _D_IS_C_1 '------D_IS_C_2_1-+ I DISC 3 1-+ ICDC CD2TR1 I CDC CD3 TR1 (within the selected Playlist) CHAPTER MODE ~>or ,...,...- "-- \ ~>or ,...,...- -"- \ ~>or -- -I DISC 4 1-+ I CDC CD4 TR1 (within the selected Audio book) AUDIO SOURCE - ,...,...- -"- \ I DISC 5 1-+ I CDC CD5 TR1 ,...,...- " - \ ~>or ,...,...
AudiNW-SAT integration kit
~DICE:: • • " ' E LEe T f? 0 N I C S Integration kit contents 1Vehicle specific interface unit 1 iPod docking cable Vehicle specific harnesses (AudiNW-CAN)* 1 User manual mCi: '~!tfiri~c~ filr iP~i for selected AudiNolkswagen vehicles AudiNW-CAN harness (type 1) AudiNW-CAN harness (type 2) * Note that your kit may contain one or more harnesses, in some cases they may look different from the ones illustrated above.
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. . "c ~DICE:: f~ ~~ L.. E C T 0 ;-·1 1 C Dip switch settings Car configuration switches iPod configuration switches Settings Settings Multi-line display (Default) for Audi models forVW models for Audl models for VW models Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 ON OFF OFF OFF This is the recommended setting for radios that have multiple text fields displayed in Satellite emulation mode.
Installation Installation should only be performed by a qualified professional. Beware of sharp edges to avoid injury and exercise caution when removing trims as they may break. The module should be placed at an accessible location to allow AUX cable to be connected, such as in the glove box, the center console or under the front seat. 1 Pull vehicle into service bay and access radio/center console. 2 Disconnect both battery terminals.
Sa - AudiNW radios with "Y-harness" type CAN1 connection -You can access the SAT connector located on the back of the radio. Unplug the factory connection if present and plug the AudiNW CAN connector in. Connect the factory plug to the cable receptacle if it was removed from the radio. The connector should securely lock. The factory SAT tuner must be disconnected at the tuner which is usually located in the trunk or under the passenger seat.
. Dice:: ~ .... T R ..... ,-, ,..... _c I__ E C LJ !'..' ,< :, ,_:;:, ~- Sb - AudiNW radios with "Y-harness" type CAN2 connection -You can access the SAT connector located on the back of the radio. Unplug the factory connection if present and plug the AudiNW CAN connector in. Connect the factory plug to the cable receptacle if it was removed from the radio. The connector should securely lock.
6 Connect the vehicle specific connector and the iPod docking cable to the DICE module. Apply cable ties to secure the cables. _0-.. •• receptacle 1/8" iPod AUX dock input cable input vehicle specific connector iPod docking cable receptacle vehicle specific connector 7 Verify that all connections have been properly made. 8 Reconnect the car's battery. Test the unit before seating the cables and reinstalling the panels/trim.
iPod audio source Controls in SAT emulation Press the SAT button to access the interface and its features. When the iPod audio source is active (Mode 5, Channell), use theTrack button or theTune dial to select next/previous Song. Source indicator I ~I This text field may not be shown on all radios. I---. t----- EJ On selected radios you / may use these buttons to select Modes 1-6. SAT A SNGTITL OUl 1[ rOf VOL 004 003 uu..! BASS 0 MIDDLE 0 TREBLE 0 Press to cycle through Modes 1-6.
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~DICE:: ·.-ELECTRC>-J~CE3 .. Scrolling feature - in SAT emulation, Mode 6 (Only with AudiNW-SAT kit) To set and change scrolling feature press CAT/FLDR button repeatedly until Mode 6 is selected. Change options by pressing SeeklTrack or turning the Tune dial. After setting the desired feature turn off the ignition for at least 50 seconds to engage the new selection.
~DICE:: " ., I11III ~,j E LEe T R 0 ! r: 5 Auxiliary audio source Connections The interface is equipped with a 1/8"AUX jack connection to connect an auxiliary device, such as an MP3 player, DVD player or other audio source. To access the AUX audio source, select DISC 5, Track 2 or Mode 5, Channel2.
AUX audio source setting The auxi Iia ry in put has setti ngs for gain, bass, mid and treble in order to opti mize sou nd. Volume (Gain) should be adjusted if the audio level from the auxiliary device is too low or to high. If you hear distorted audio while playing the auxiliary device, you need to reduce (-) the gain. If you notice that the audio is too quiet then the gain setting should be increased (+). Default settings are "50 ("68" for gain) and values may be adjusted in increments between 01-99.
Troubleshooting Problem i Solution Cannot select the interface. Check DIP switch settings (refer to pp.11, 23). With the ignition OFF disconnect vehicle harness from modulefora few seconds and reconnect. Verify that the correct button is used to access the interface (CDC or SAT). No audio from iPod source. Reset the iPod. Verify proper connection to interface. Reset iPod and make sure most recent iPod firmware is installed. Check vehicle user manual on how steering wheel controls work.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution Interface has erratic recognition or not at all. Make sure that the ground wire harness is attached to back of radio. Text is not displaying. Set iPod switches to OFF for "Locked" mode. Text display is only supported on SAT-capable radios. iPod does not charge. Check all connections. Reset iPod and make sure iPod charges while connected to computer orwall charger. Music is distorted or sound level is too low.
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Attention installers! Please read the following! DICE Electronics strongly recommends that the unit be installed in an easily accessible place! DO NOT PLACE IT BEHIND THE RADIO! Whether the unit is professionally or self installeCJI, put the module where you, the end user can get to it easily in the future. (Have the installer show you where the box is.
Updated car configuration settings for the AudiNW-SAT integration kit DIP switch settings Vehicle/Radio Switch 1 Switch 2 Volkswagen OFF OFF Beetle ON ON Single line Audi OFF ON Multi line Audi ON OFF
READ BEFORE INSTALLATIONl Silverline PRO Supplement The Silverline PRO kit adds a new operating mode called SMART Mode. THis mode allows users to switch between Locked and Display Modes using the Hold button on the iPod. This supplemental guide only applies to users who have selected to set the DICE kit to SMART mode. This is done using the DIP switches on the interface module.
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