DICE interface for iPod

not open, disassemble or alter the interface in any way. - Do not insert anything into the casing. - Do not cut or try to alter cables in any way and always use the correct connections.<br><br> - Only operate unit when stationary or ask passengers to operate it for you. - Do not allow the Apple iPod to distract you from driving. - Exercise good judgement and keep your eyes on the road at all times.<br><br> - Do not expose unit to extreme temperature s , humidity or shock. - Keep the unit and iPod awa y from fluids. - Keep away from children!<br><br> - Interface components may contain small parts, can be broken or disassembled and components may become loose from vibration and heat. Small components and packaging materials may be a chocking hazard when handled by children. Congratulations on your purchase Thank you for purchasing the DICE integration kit for iPod.<br><br> 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. 5 In order to validate your warranty period and to receive telephone or online support, you MUST register your DICE product.<br><br> To register your DICE product, please complete the following steps: 1. Visit http://www.diceelectronics.com/register 2. Complete the product registration form.<br><br> 3. Submit the form. 4.<br><br> Save the registration/support/warranty sheet in a safe place for future reference. If you are unable to complete the registration via internet, please call DICE Electronics at 1-888-342-3999. Product registration 6 FW:3.1.1 FW:1.2.1 FW:1.2.1 FW:1.4.1 FW:1.3.1 FW:1.1.3 FW:1.1.1 FW:1.0.3 FW:1.0.3 Supported iPod models and firmware version requirements For the latest firmware versions and models not listed, please contact your authorized dealer or DICE Electronics, LLC.<br><br> iPod 4th generation 20GB 40GB iPod 4th generation color display 20GB 30GB 40GB 60GB iPod classic 80GB 160GB iPod 5th generation (video) 30GB 60GB 80GB iPod mini 4GB 6GB iPod nano 3th generation (video) 4GB 8GB iPod nano 1st generation 1GB 2GB 4GB iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum) 2GB 4GB 8GB iPod touch 8GB 16GB 32GB The interface automatically charges the battery of the iPod when connected and the key is in the ACC/ON position. Charging icon will appear on the upper right corner of the iPod screen to indicate charging. Charging iPod hierarchy By default, the interface creates a Playlist having a name that is the same as the name of the iPod.<br><br> 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.<br><br> Albums by the selected Artist and within the selected Playlist may be selected in Album Mode. "ALL ARTIST" and "ALL ALBUM" designate all available content in those categories. Playlist Artist Album Song t n e t n o c e l b a s w o r b s s e L M ore b ro wsabl e c onten t 7 Mazda CDC - integration kit Integration kit contents 1 Vehicle specific interface unit 1 Vehicle specific harness (R2) 1 iPod docking cable 1 User manual DICE interface for iPod for selected Mazda vehicles Installation Guide/User Manual 9 10 Dip switches ON 1 2 "iPod Config.<br><br> Switch" "Car Config. Switch" DICE Module ON/OFF Switch Positions ON 1 2 ON 12 OFF 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.<br><br> Disconnect the vehicle harness from module and cycle ignition off for 50 seconds after changing the switches! 11 Dip switch settings OFF OFF ON ON It is best selected when Text display is NOT supported by the radio. Track numbers and times are not synchronized between the iPod and radio.<br><br> Because there is less data transfer between the iPod and radio, this mode has the fastest response time. iPod configuration switches Settings "Locked" (works as described on pg.16) "iPod" (iPod controls are functional) OFFOFFONON It is best selected when controls from the radio are preffered. Use this mode to browse within the contents of the iPod by category as described on pg.<br><br> 16. Dip switch 1Dip switch 2Dip switch 1Dip switch 2 OFF OFF Default Car configuration switches Settings CD changer (CDC) Dip switch 1 OFFOFF Switches should remain in the default OFF position. Dip switch 2 Installation Installation should only be performed by a qualified professional.<br><br> 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.<br><br> 2 Disconnect both battery terminals. These cables must be disconnected during installation to ensure proper initialization of the module when it is connected. 3 Before pulling out the radio, removing surrounding trims and screws.<br><br> Most trims can be removed by carefully pulling on the piece or using trim removal tools. Trim is usually held in place by snap-in clips. 4 The radio is held in place by a few bolts.<br><br> To remove these a 10mm socket is usually needed. Consult your dealership if additional information is needed on removing the radio. 12 5 - Connect vehicle specific harness - You can access the CD changer / SAT port located on the back of the radio.<br><br> Unplug the factory connection if present and plug the Mazda-R2 connector into the receptacle. Plug the factory connection to the cable receptacle if it was removed from the radio. The connector should securely lock.<br><br> CDC/SAT port factory radio harness connection connect to interface unit Mazda-R2 connector 13 6 Connect the vehicle specific connector and the iPod docking cable to the DICE module. Apply cable ties to secure the cables. 1/8" AUX input iPod dock cable input vehicle specific connector vehicle specific connector iPod docking cable receptaclereceptacle 7 T Verify that all connections have been properly made.<br><br> 8 Reconnect the car's battery. est the unit before seating the cables and reinstalling the panels/trim. 14 CLOCK SET FM1/2 AM CD TAPE/MD LOAD COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO TRACK SEEK APC SCAN PROG RPT RDM PUSH PWR VOL 123 456 DISC DISC Multi Function Audio System U T O - A M H - D S U I S P P E - E N S U N T TEXT D I O U A C O H S N U T P iPod audio source 15 Controls in CDC emulation Press the CD button to access the interface and its features.<br><br> 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), use the Seek track button to select next/previous Song. Source selector Press to change Track Press to change DISC.<br><br> Press to RW or FFW. 2:14 EX 1 1 118' : : 2:14 EX 1 1 118' : : B - in CDC emulation rowsing function After connecting the iPod and selecting the iPod audio source, use the desired Mode by selecting DISC 1-4. Change Track by pressing the Seek/Track button.<br><br> Text display is not supported, however recent iPod firmware upgrades show the Title/Artist information of the currently played song. Alternately, you may select iPod mode (p.11). TRACK MODE - PLAYLIST MODE - ARTIST MODE - (within the selected Playlist) ALBUM MODE - ( Artist in the selected Playlist) within the selected AUDIO SOURCE - TRACK SEEK APC 2:14 EX 2 1 118' : : 2:14 EX 3 1 118' : : 2:14 EX 4 1 118' : : 2:14 EX 5 1 118' : : 2:14 EX 1 2 118' : : 2:14 EX 2 2 118' : : 2:14 EX 3 2 118' : : 2:14 EX 4 2 118' : : 2:14 EX 5 2 118' : : DISC DISC DISC DISC DISC DISC DISC DISC DISC DISC TRACK SEEK APC TRACK SEEK APC TRACK SEEK APC TRACK SEEK APC 16 Mazda SAT - integration kit Integration kit contents 1 Vehicle specific interface unit 1 Vehicle specific harness (R2) 1 iPod docking cable 1 User manual DICE interface for iPod for selected Mazda vehicles Installation Guide/User Manual 18 Dip switches ON 1 2 "iPod Config.<br><br> Switch" "Car Config. Switch" DICE Module ON/OFF Switch Positions ON 1 2 ON 12 OFF 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.<br><br> Disconnect the vehicle harness from module and cycle ignition off for 50 seconds after changing the switches! 19 Dip switch settings OFF OFF ON ON Default It is best selected when Text display is NOT supported by the radio. Track numbers and times are not synchronized between the iPod and radio.<br><br> Because there is less data transfer between the iPod and radio, this mode has the fastest response time. Content is selected on the iPod. iPod configuration switches Settings "Locked" (recommended in SAT emulation) "iPod" (recommended in emulation) CDC OFFOFFONON It is best selected when controls from the radio are preffered.<br><br> Use this mode to browse within the contents of the iPod by category as described on pp. 24-28. Dip switch 1Dip switch 2Dip switch 1Dip switch 2 This setting is recommended for Navigation radios or for Non-Nav radios when manual scroll feature is preferred.<br><br> In this setting, the Title text field will display "Album * Artist" and the Name text field will display "Song name". Both Short scrolling and Long Static can be selected in Preset 6. Car configuration switches Settings Single text fields (recommended for Non-Nav radios) Dual text fields (recommended for Nav radios) OFFOFFONOFF Dip switch 1Dip switch 2Dip switch 1Dip switch 2 This is the recommended setting for Non-Nav radios.<br><br> In this setting the Name and Title text fields displays identical song information. (Song name*Album*Artist) Only Short Scrolling can be selected in Preset 6. OFF OFF Default ON OFF 20 21 Installation Installation should only be performed by a qualified professional.<br><br> 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.<br><br> 2 Disconnect both battery terminals. These cables must be disconnected during installation to ensure proper initialization of the module when it is connected. 3 Before pulling out the radio, removing surrounding trims and screws.<br><br> Most trims can be removed by carefully pulling on the piece or using trim removal tools. Trim is usually held in place by snap-in clips. 4 The radio is held in place by a few bolts.<br><br> To remove these a 10mm socket is usually needed. Consult your dealership if additional information is needed on removing the radio. 5 - Connect vehicle specific harness - You can access the CD changer / SAT port located on the back of the radio.<br><br> Unplug the factory connection if present and plug the Mazda-R2 connector into the receptacle. Plug the factory connection to the cable receptacle if it was removed from the radio. The connector should securely lock.<br><br> CDC/SAT port factory radio harness connection connect to interface unit Mazda-R2 connector 22 NOTE: factory SAT tuner must be disconnected if present. 6 Connect the vehicle specific connector and the iPod docking cable to the DICE module. Apply cable ties to secure the cables.<br><br> 1/8" AUX input iPod dock cable input vehicle specific connector vehicle specific connector iPod docking cable receptaclereceptacle 7 T Verify that all connections have been properly made. 8 Reconnect the car's battery. est the unit before seating the cables and reinstalling the panels/trim.<br><br> 23 CLOCK SET FM/AM SAT CD TAPE/MD LOAD COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO TRACK SEEK APC SCAN PROG RPT RDM PUSH PWR VOL 123 456 DISC DISC Multi Function Audio System U T O - A M H - D S U I S P P E - E N S U N T TEXT D I O U A C O H S N U T P 2:14 SR1 artist Controls in SAT emulation Press the SAT button to access the interface and its features. When the iPod integration is accessed for the first time, the radio will display "UPDATING" for about one minute. The audio source should be set to iPod.<br><br> Source selector PRESS to toggle between available text fields TURN to scroll text Next/Previous track 24 * NOTE: if radio continues to display "UPDATING" for more than one minute, turn the radio OFF and then ON again. 1:46 SR1 CD IN 015 1:46 SR1 CD IN DICE 1:46 SR1 CD IN album * a 1:46 SR1 CD IN SoNG NAM 1. Viewing the text fields The Text field on the radio's display is capable of displaying Channel number, Channel name, CAT name, Title and Name: Channel name (fixed) Title (displays Album*Artist) Name (displays song name) Channel number U T O - A M H - D S U I S P P E - E N S U N T TEXT Channel number 1:46 SR1 CD IN MAZDA Category name (fixed) NOTE: NON-NAV radios show these fields in one line: Song * Album * Artist 25 Selecting Modes Browsing functions allow browsing songs by Track, Playlist, Artist or Album.<br><br> They also allow changing iPod/AUX source. To change between modes, double click the TRACK/SEEK button. Track Playlist Artist Album Source Ver./Text Settings 1:46 SR1 CD IN TRACK 1:46 SR1 CD IN PLAYLIST 1:46 SR1 CD IN Artist 1:46 SR1 CD IN Album 1:46 SR1 CD IN SOURCE 1:46 SR1 CD IN FW 1.xx TRACK SEEK APC 26 Browsing in Modes Once a mode has been selected, use the Track/Seek button to select the next item within that mode.<br><br> The example below shows how to browse Artists within the ARTIST mode. TRACK SEEK APC Press Track Up/Down to select next/previous Artist If Track Up/Down is double clicked (press 2x within one sec.), browsing function changes to the next/previous mode (i.e. Artist changes to Album) 1:46 SR1 CD IN artist 1:46 SR1 CD IN Artist Na Select ALBUM function Album name is displayed and automaticaly scrolls 1:46 SR1 CD IN Album 27 NOTE: mode switching, please wait until the TITLE is shown before pressing next/previous again.<br><br> If nothing is pressed for 30 seconds, browsing function returns to Track mode. To avoid Text scroll settings Text scrolling will work in two different ways, depending on the car configuration dip switch settings. If the car configuration switch was set to the OFF/OFF position, the radio will always auto-scroll 8 characters.<br><br> Turning the text button has no effect. If the car configuration switch was set to the ON/OFF position, there is an option to select between 8 character auto-scroll and 29 character manual-scroll text display settings. U T O - A M H - D S U I S P P E - E N S U N T TEXT 1:46 SR1 CD IN FW 1.xx U T O - A M H - D S U I S P P E - E N S U N T TEXT TRACK SEEK APC 1:46 SR1 CD IN Short sc 1:46 SR1 CD IN Long so 1:46 SR1 CD IN ng name Select Ver./Text Settings function Press Tune button to toggle between version and text settings 1:46 SR1 CD IN long st Text field is staticText field scrolls as Tune button is turned 28 Auxiliary audio source 29 The interface is equipped with a 1/8 d AUX jack connection to connect an auxiliary device, such as an MP3 player, DVD player or other audio source.<br><br> To access the AUX audio source, select the SOURCE function and press the next track to toggle between SEL:AUX and SEL: IPOD . 1/8" mini stereo jack, not included 1/8" AUX input Connections Tip (Left audio) Ring (Right audio) Sleeve (Ground) Making the adjustments While listening to the auxiliary device, adjust the volume (gain), bass, mid and treble by turning the Tune dial or pressing the Seek button. DISC/Preset 1-4 modes select what adjustment the Tune/Seek buttons perform.<br><br> See illustration on page 30. AUX audio source setting The auxiliary input has settings for gain , bass, mid and treble in order to optimize sound. Volume (Gain) should be adjusted if the audio level from the auxiliary device is too low or to high.<br><br> 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.<br><br> Bass, Mid and Treble should be adjusted to compensate for the acoustic presets of the radio. Note: If you are using an AUX device that is using the vehicle 9s power source and not its own battery, you may have to use a GROUND-LOOP isolator to avoid grounding and engine noise. 1 Volume setting Bass EQ setting Mid EQ setting Treble EQ setting 2 3 4 30 ProblemSolution No audio from iPod source.Reset the iPod.<br><br> Verify proper connection to iPod/interface. Cannot select the interface. Check DIP switch settings (refer to p.11).<br><br> With the ignition OFF disconnect vehicle harness from module for a few seconds and reconnect. Verify that the correct button is used to access the interface. 2004 Mazda6 may require radio modification to accept external CD changer connection.<br><br> Radio/ steering wheel controls do not operate iPod. Reset iPod and make sure most recent iPod firmware is installed. Check vehicle user manual on how steering wheel controls work.<br><br> Troubleshooting 31 ProblemSolution iPod does not charge. Check all connections. Reset iPod and make sure iPod charges while connected to computer or wall charger.<br><br> Troubleshooting Music is distorted or sound level is too low. Check and make sure all EQ and BASS boost options are turned off on your iPod. (Refer to AUX settings on p.30) 32 No text display.<br><br> Make sure DIP switch settings are correctly set for text display. (Refer to pp.11, 20 for dip switch settings.) 33 Important disclaimer, please read! A DICE product specialist must determine that defect is present in the product and issue an RMA.<br><br> Be sure that all wiring is connected as described in the user manual and all related equipment is functioning properly. , or visit our support site at http://www.diceelectronics.com/support. Unauthorized reproduction or reverse engineering is strictly prohibited!<br><br> Intellectual property included is distributed under sp ecific license agreement with respective owners and is licensed only, not sold. No warranty, explicit or implied, is stated. Neither DICE Elec tronics, LLC., nor any of its agents, distributors, dealers or vendors shall be liable for damages.<br><br> IN NO EVENT SHALL DICE ELECTRONICS' LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. Warranty and Support Products carry a 90 day limited warranty that protects you from defects in material and workmanship of products sold by DICE El ectronics, or its authorized agents, distributors and dealers. a s e warranty period eitherDICE Electronics DICE Electronics If experience any problems or need help, please contact your local dealer or call 888-342-3999 The warranty period begins the day product is purchased by the end user.Product found to be defective during thwill be repaired or replaced by at no charge unless warranty is void.<br><br> Unauthorized attempt of repair or alteration of the product in any way immediately voids this warranty. Warranty does not exten d to cosmetics or finish. disclaims any liability for other incurred damages resulting from product defects.Any expenses in the removal and reinstallation of products are not covere d by this warranty.<br><br> Disclaimer and warranty 34 Installation notes: Installed by: Install date: Other notes: Illustration: Mazda compatible integration for iPod www.diceelectronics.com Mazda-iPod 2008-03

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