DICE Electronics DICE interface for iPod Mazda User Manual

DICE interface for iPod

for selected Mazda vehicles

Installation Guide/User Manual

Copyrights and Trademarks

The DICE Electronics logo is a trademark of DICE Electronics, LLC.

iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc.

Printed in the U.S.A

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Table of contents

Copyrights and trademarks 3 Icon legends 3 Warranty and safety 4 Product registration 5 Supported iPod models 6 iPod hierarchy 7 Charging 7

Mazda-CDC integration kit 8-16

Integration kit contents 9 DIP switches 10 DIP switch settings 11 Installation 12

iPod audio source 15

Controls in CDC emulation 15 Browsing function in CDC emulation 16

iPod audio source 24

Controls in SAT emulation 24 Viewing the text fields 25 Selecting modes 26 Browsing in modes 27 Text scroll settings 28

Auxiliary audio source 29

Troubleshooting 31 Disclaimer and warranty 33 Installation notes 34

Icon legends

Turn jog dial

Turn jog dial repeatedly

Press button

Mazda-SAT integration kit 17-28 Integration kit contents 18 DIP switches 19 DIP switch settings 20 Installation 21

Press button repeatedly

Double-Click

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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 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.

- 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.

- Do not expose unit to extreme temperatures, humidity or shock.

- Keep the unit and iPod away from fluids.

- Keep away from children! - 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.

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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. Visit http://www.diceelectronics.com/register

2. Complete the product registration form.

3. Submit the form.

4. 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.

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Supported iPod models and firmware version requirements

FW:3.1.1

iPod

4th generation 20GB 40GB

FW:1.2.1

iPod

4th generation color display 20GB 30GB 40GB 60GB

FW:1.0.3

iPod classic

80GB 160GB

FW:1.2.1

iPod

5th generation (video) 30GB 60GB 80GB

FW:1.3.1

iPod nano

1st generation 1GB 2GB 4GB

For the latest firmware versions and models not listed, please contact your authorized dealer or DICE Electronics, LLC.

FW:1.4.1

iPod mini

4GB 6GB

FW:1.1.3

iPod nano

2nd generation (aluminum) 2GB 4GB 8GB

FW:1.0.3

iPod nano

3th generation (video) 4GB 8GB

FW:1.1.1

iPod touch

8GB 16GB 32GB

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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. "ALL ARTIST" and "ALL ALBUM" designate all available content in those categories.

Charging

The interface automatically charges the battery of the iPod when connected and the key is in the ACC/ON position.

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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

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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 off for 50 seconds after changing the switches!

OFF

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DICE Module

ON 1 2

"Car Config.

Switch"

ON 1 2

"iPod Config.

Switch"

ON

1 2

ON/OFF Switch Positions

Dip switch settings

Car configuration switches

CD changer (CDC)

Dip switch 1

OFF OFF

Switches should remain in the default OFF position.

Settings

Dip switch 2

iPod configuration switches

Settings

"Locked"

(works as described on pg.16)

"iPod"

(iPod controls are functional)

Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2

OFF OFF ON ON

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. 16.

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. Because there is less data transfer between the iPod and radio, this mode has the fastest response time.

OFF OFF

Default

OFF OFF

ON ON

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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. 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. 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. To remove these a 10mm socket is usually needed. Consult your dealership if

additional information is needed on removing the radio.

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5 - Connect vehicle specific harness -You can access the CD changer/SAT port located on the back of the radio. 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.

Mazda-R2

connector

factory radio

harness connection

CDC/SAT port

connect to

interface unit

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6 Connect the vehicle specific connector and the iPod docking cable to the DICE module. Apply cable ties to secure

the cables.

receptacle receptacle

1/8"

iPod

AUX

dock

input

cable input

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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.

vehicle specific

connector

vehicle specific connectoriPod docking cable

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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), use the Seek track button to select next/previous Song.

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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. 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).

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ARTIST MODE -

(within the

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ALBUM MODE -

within the selected

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Artist in the selected

Playlist)

AUDIO SOURCE -

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DISC

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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

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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 off for 50 seconds after changing the switches!

OFF

DICE Module

ON 1 2

"Car Config.

Switch"

ON 1 2

"iPod Config.

Switch"

ON

1 2

ON/OFF Switch Positions

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Dip switch settings

Car configuration switches

Settings

Single text fields

(recommended for Non-Nav radios)

Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2

OFF OFF ON OFF

This is the recommended setting for Non-Nav radios.

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.

Dual text fields

(recommended for Nav radios)

This setting is recommended for

Navigation radios or for Non-Nav radios when manual scroll feature is preferred.

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.

iPod configuration switches

Settings

"Locked"

(recommended in SAT emulation)

(recommended in emulation) CDC

"iPod"

Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2

OFF OFF ON ON

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 pp. 24-28.

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. Because there is less data transfer between the iPod and radio, this mode has the fastest response time. Content is selected on the

iPod.

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OFF OFF

Default

ON

OFF

OFF OFF

ON ON

Default

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. 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. 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. To remove these a 10mm socket is usually needed. Consult your dealership if

additional information is needed on removing the radio.

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5 - Connect vehicle specific harness -You can access the CD changer/SAT port located on the back of the radio. 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.

Mazda-R2

connector

factory radio

harness connection

NOTE: factory SAT tuner must be disconnected if present.

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CDC/SAT port

connect to

interface unit

6 Connect the vehicle specific connector and the iPod docking cable to the DICE module. Apply cable ties to secure

the cables.

receptacle receptacle

1/8"

iPod

AUX

dock

input

cable input

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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.

vehicle specific

connector

vehicle specific connectoriPod docking cable

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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.

Next/Previous track

PRESS to toggle between

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TURN to scroll text

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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:

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NOTE: NON-NAV radios show these fields in one line: Song * Album * Artist

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Selecting Modes

Browsing functions allow browsing songs by Track, Playlist, Artist or Album. They also allow changing iPod/AUX source. To change between modes, double click the TRACK/SEEK button.

Track

1:46

CD IN

SR1

TRACK

Ver./Text Settings

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Browsing in Modes

Once a mode has been selected, use the Track/Seek button to select the next item within that mode. The example below shows how to browse Artists within the ARTIST mode.

NOTE:

If nothing is pressed for 30 seconds, browsing function returns to Track mode. To avoid

mode switching, please wait until the TITLE is shown before pressing next/previous again.

Press Track Up/Down

to select next/previous

Select ALBUM function

CD IN

1:46

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double clicked (press 2x within one

sec.), browsing function changes

to the next/previous mode

(i.e. Artist changes to Album)

Album name is displayed

and automaticaly scrolls

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Album

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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. 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.

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version and text settings

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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 the SOURCE function and press the next track to toggle between SEL:AUX and SEL: IPOD .

Tip (Left audio)

Ring (Right audio)

Sleeve (Ground)

1/8" AUX

1/8" mini stereo jack, not included

input

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. See illustration on page

30.

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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. 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. 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’s power source and not its own battery, you may have to use a GROUND-LOOP isolator to avoid grounding and engine noise.

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Volume

setting

2 3 4

Bass EQ

setting

Mid EQ setting

Treble EQ

setting

Troubleshooting

Problem Solution

Cannot select the interface.

No audio from iPod source.

Radio/ steering wheel controls do not operate iPod.

Check DIP switch settings (refer to p.11). 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.

Reset the iPod. Verify proper connection to iPod/interface.

Reset iPod and make sure most recent iPod firmware is installed. Check vehicle user manual on how steering wheel controls work.

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Troubleshooting

iPod does not charge.

Problem Solution

Check all connections. Reset iPod and make sure iPod charges while connected to computer or wall charger.

Music is distorted or sound level is too low.

No text display.

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Check and make sure all EQ and BASS boost options are turned off on your iPod. (Refer to AUX settings on p.30)

Make sure DIP switch settings are correctly set for text display. (Refer to pp.11, 20 for dip switch settings.)

Disclaimer and warranty

Important disclaimer, please read!

Unauthorized reproduction or reverse engineering is strictly prohibited! Intellectual property included is distributed under specific license agreement with respective owners and is licensed only, not sold. No warranty, explicit or implied, is stated. Neither DICE Electronics, LLC., nor any of its agents, distributors, dealers or vendors shall be liable for damages.

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 Electronics, or its authorized agents, distributors and dealers. a s be defective during th will be repaired or replaced by at no charge unless warranty is void. Unauthorized attempt of repair or alteration of the product in any way immediately voids this warranty. Warranty does not extend to cosmetics or finish. connected as described in the user manual and all related equipment is functioning properly. other incurred damages resulting from product defects. Any expenses in the removal and reinstallation of products are not covered by this warranty.

If experience any problems or need help, please contact your local dealer or call 888-342-3999 http://www.diceelectronics.com/support.

e warranty period either DICE Electronics

A DICE product specialist must determine that defect is present in the product and issue an RMA. Be sure that all wiring is

The warranty period begins the day product is purchased by the end user.Product found to

disclaims any liability for

DICE Electronics

, or visit our support site at

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Installation notes:

Installed by:

Install date:

Other notes:

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