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Table of contents
Compatible iPod & iPhone
MediaBridge kit contents
Dip switch setting
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Connection diagram
Installation
Basic operation
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Selecting MediaBridge as an
audio source
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USB memory operation
USB iPod operation
AUX operation
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Sirius ConnectTM operation (on
Satellite radio)
Troubleshooting
Firmware update
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Disclaimer and warranty
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Basic operation
SAT XM
Press / (for SAT emulation) or
AUX
/ (for CDC emulation) to select MediaBridge.
Audio Source Selection*:
Use the / / within the first 5
seconds to cycle between USB iPod/USB Memory
> AUX > Sirius while in PRESET/DISC 1
*USB is only selectable if a USB flash drive or iPod is
attached. SIRIUS is only selectable if a SIRIUS tuner is
attached, not available in CDC emulation.
MediaBridge Interface Settings (within first 5
seconds of entering MediaBridge Emulation):
Select PRESET / DISC 2 to set charge time after
ignition off (for iPod).
Select PRESET / DISC 3 to change base volume.
Select PRESET / DISC 4 to set up scrolling text option.
Select PRESET / DISC 5 to set up radio line display
type.
Select PRESET / DISC 6 to view MediaBridge firmware
version.
(Select PRESET / DISC 1 to apply settings and resume audio
playback.)
SEEK TRACK TUNE
Compatible iPod & iPhone
iPod
5th generation (video)*
30GB 60GB 80GB
iPod classic
80GB, 120 GB, 160GB
iPod nano
2nd generation (aluminum)
2GB 4GB 8GB
iPod nano
3rd generation (video)
4GB 8GB
iPod nano
4th generation (video)
8GB 16GB
* Must be used in locked mode.
CD
Before connecting the iPod to the MediaBridge
module, turn the hold switch ON to fully control and
browse the songs from factory radio. The iPod is
locked in this state.
Before connecting the iPod to the MediaBridge module,
turn the hold switch OFF to fully control and browse the
songs from iPod. The factory radio control and browsing
capablities are limited.
Note: Changing the hold switch on iPod to ON/OFF
must be done prior to connecting the dock cable.
iPod hold ON
Lock
iPod hold OFF
Lock
iPod nano
5th gen. (video camera)
8GB 16GB 32GB
iPod touch
1st gen
8GB 16GB 32GB
2nd gen
8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB
3rd gen
8GB 32GB 64GB
iPhone & iPhone 3G
4GB 8GB 16GB
iPhone 3GS
16GB 32GB
iPhone 4
16GB 32GB
Radio control iPod control
Radio control iPod control
limited
MB-1000-Honda integration solution
for Honda/Acura vehicles
Installation Guide/User Manual
DICE logo is a trademark of DICE Electronics, LLC. SiriusConnect, Sirius and XM logos are trademark of SiriusXM. The Made for iPod logo is a trademark of Apple Inc. Apple iPod is not included in the package. For our detailed
terms and conditions please visit our website at www.diceelectronics.com.
1. VERIFY COMPATIBILITY
2. DISCONNECT BATTERY
3. REMOVE RADIO FROM CAR
4. INSTALL MediaBridge CABLE
5. ROUTE KIT TO GLOVEBOX OR OTHER
ACCESSIBLE LOCATION
6. CONNECT BATTERY & TEST
7. COMPLETE INSTALL BY RE-INSTALLING
RADIO
REV. 080410
MediaBridge kit
contents
DICE interface for iPod
Installation Guide/User Manual
user manual
MediaBridge Module
MediaBridge Connector
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Connection diagramInstallation
AUX audio device
Sirius SC1 SAT Tuner
Sirius SC1 factory cable
emulation modes
AUX connector
ON ON
SAT
OFF OFF
CDC
MediaBridge module
Dip switch setting
Car configuration switches
Use on radios with SAT button for best experience. Must be
selected to support external SiriusConnect tuner. Available on
North American radios.
Use to retain factory Sirius/XM module, or on radios with integrated
satellite tuner. Also for radios that do not support SAT mode.
External CDC (trunk, or glove box) must be disconnected. There is
no text display in this emulation.
iPod
MENU
Honda radio with small connector
MediaBridge vehicle connector
USB cable or iPod docking cable
USB
thumb drives
cable receptacle
(R4 only)
* If factory harness present, connect to receptacle
Selecting MediaBridge as an audio source
1
2
3
Radio source selector (CD / Tape / Media Bridge)
1
Press to change tracks, press and hold
2
to RW or FFW.
Browse modes (iPod / USB), Presets (SIRIUS),
3
Sound adjustments (AUX)
Press to set repeat song feature
4
Press to randomize song list
5
4
5
1
5
Radio source selector (CD / AUX
1
/ Media Bridge)
Browse modes (iPod / USB), Sound
2
adjustments (AUX).
3
4
2
Press to set repeat feature
3
Press to engage FFW or RW
4
Press to change tracks
5
Press to set Random feature
6
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SAT emulationCDC emulation (text display is not supported in CDC emulation)
SAT emulation with navigation system
3
1
6
2
4
5
Radio source selector (CD / AUX / SAT / Media Bridge)
1
Browse modes (iPod / USB), Presets (SIRIUS), Sound
2
adjustments (AUX)
Toggle between available text fields with “DISP”
3
button.
Press to change tracks / channels.
4
Press to enter random / repeat selection.
5
Press to engage FFW or RW within a track. Press
6
again to disengage (iPod / USB only). Press to
change category (SIRIUS).
Radio source selector (SAT / Media Bridge)
1
Browse modes (iPod / USB), Presets
or
2
2
6
(SIRIUS), Sound adjustments (AUX)
Press to engage FFW / RW (iPod / USB).
3
Press to change category (SIRIUS).
Turn to change tracks / channels.
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5
3
4
4
Press to enter random / repeat selection.
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6
See back for more

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USB memory operation
Icon Legend
press button
press button
repeatedly
• Select PRESET/DISC 1, then use the seek/track/tune buttons to change
from song to song.
• Select PRESET/DISC 2-6 to access Folders and use the seek/track/tune
buttons to navigate through the folders on your USB flash drive.
• The MediaBridge unit will recognize the first 8 levels of folders, with up to
200 accessible folders within each folder. Only the first 1000 files will be read
in each folder, the rest will be ignored.
• Songs play in order of when they were added to the flash drive.
• To change random & repeat settings:
SAT emulation
Enter shuffle & repeat
selection menu
Random Song, Random Folder, Random OFF
SCAN
Repeat ALL, Repeat Song, Repeat Folder
TRACK UP
or
TRACK DOWN
Problem
No audio from iPod source.
Why does the radio display show
“EMPTY/STOP” and no music plays?
Cannot select the interface.
Radio/ steering wheel controls do not
operate iPod.
Why does category read
“PRESELCTD”?
What size of USB flash drive
should I use?
press & hold
button
Exit shuffle & repeat
selection menu
SCAN
Solution
Reset the iPod. Verify proper connection to iPod/interface. Check
for compatibility. Older iPod models don’t support USB audio.
The iPod or USB stick has no playable audio files. See page
10 for limitations of USB memory. Or end of a playlist or folder
is reached. Please select a new Playlist or Folder using Preset
2/DISC 2.
Check DIP switch settings. 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.
Reset iPod and make sure the most recent iPod firmware is
installed. Check vehicle user manual on how steering wheel
controls work, long presses may toggle alternate function.
Playback of content selected on the iPod before connected to
the interface continues until new content is selected.
Large capacities are supported, however up to 4GB is
recommended for optimal user experience.
USB memory mode
PRESET/DISC1
PRESET/DISC2
PRESET/DISC3
PRESET/DISC4
PRESET/DISC5
PRESET/DISC6
change songs
TUNE•TRACK
change folder
TUNE•TRACK
change folder
TUNE•TRACK
change folder
TUNE•TRACK
change folder
TUNE•TRACK
change folder
TUNE•TRACK
USB iPod operation AUX operation
• Use PRESET 1-6 (DISC 1-6) to enter browsing modes (SONG, PLAYLIST,
ARTIST, ALBUM, PODCAST and AUDIO BOOK).
• Within each mode, use the seek/track/tune buttons to browse the items
available
• To change random & repeat settings:
SAT emulation
Enter shuffle & repeat
selection menu
Random Song, Random Albums, Random OFF
SCAN
Repeat Song, Repeat All, Repeat OFF
TRACK UP
or
TRACK DOWN
Exit shuffle & repeat
selection menu
SCAN
Note: If the iPod is unlocked, radio control will be limited to Songs, Playlists,
and Albums. Text display will also be limited to show only current song information.
TIP: In CDC emulation, selecting DISCS is done by using the DISC +/- buttons.
USB iPod mode
PRESET/DISC1
PRESET/DISC2
PRESET/DISC3
PRESET/DISC4
PRESET/DISC5
PRESET/DISC6
change songs
TUNE•TRACK
change playlist
TUNE•TRACK
change artist
TUNE•TRACK
change album
TUNE•TRACK
change podcast
TUNE•TRACK
change audio book
TUNE•TRACK
• An auxiliary audio device can be connected to the MediaBridge
unit through it’s 1/8” headphone jack.
• In AUX mode, music is controlled only through the auxiliary audio
device.
• Audio equalizer settings can be adjusted while in auxiliary mode
by selecting PRESET 1-4 (DISC 1-4) and using seek/track/tune
buttons to increase or decrease levels. DISC/PRESET numbers
and corresponding settings are shown on the chart to the right.
TIP: In CDC emulation, selecting DISCS is done by using the DISC
+/- buttons.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Text is not displaying in selected
emulation.
iPod does not charge.
Music is distorted or sound level
is too low with iPod connected.
Why is the interface not controlling
the iPod/USB drive?
Sirius tuner can’t be selected.
Why does the message “iPod
UNLOCKED” display on screen?
Solution
Identify your audio system first and set switches accordingly on
MediaBridge module. Use the DISP button on radio/display to toggle
text fields. CD emulation has no text display.
Check all connections. See if iPod charges while connected to
computer or wall charger. You may need to reset the iPod.
Make sure all EQ and BASS boost options are turned off on your iPod.
Please make sure that the USB connection is not loose. Make sure
that an iPod case is not preventing the dock connector from being fully
seated. Disconnect and reconnect the device. If iPod is not responding
please try resetting it. USB device must also be FAT16/32 format and
contain supported MP3, WMA or AAC content.
Unit must be in SAT emulation. Check for proper connection to the
mini DIN 8 receptacle.
When the MediaBridge is playing iPod music in UNLOCKED mode,
browsing mode information isn’t available so the “iPod UNLOCKED”
notification is shown. To view information associated with browsing
modes, ensure the iPod’s hold button is set before connecting it to
MediaBridge.
Sirius ConnectTM operation (available in SAT emulation mode only)
• Stations can be saved to PRESET 1-6 by holding the desired PRESET button, while listening to the
station.
• DISP button will toggle between the text fields.
Sirius mode in SAT radio
PRESET 1-6
Common Control
TUNE•TRACK
• If a Sirius Connect compatible tuner is not detected, then either a “No Tuner” vehicle message is
displayed, or the SIRIUS option will not be selectable. Please refer to the factory manual of your radio
system about operating the Satellite mode.
• Go to Channel 000 to view the Sirius Tuner ID for activation. The 12 digit SID display format is in two
halves as SID “123456-” followed by “-789ABC”.
recall PRESET 1-6 stations
change channel
1/8” mini stereo jack (not included)
to store
station
SCAN
Ring (Right audio)
Sleeve (Ground)
PRESET 1-6
scan channels
Tip (Left audio)
store current station to PRESET 1-6
FOLDER/CAT/TYPE
AUX mode
PRESET/DISC1
PRESET/DISC2
PRESET/DISC3
PRESET/DISC4
change satellite category
change volume setting
TUNE•TRACK
change bass setting
TUNE•TRACK
change mid EQ setting
TUNE•TRACK
change treble EQ setting
TUNE•TRACK
Firmware update
STEP 1:
STEP 2:
STEP 3:
STEP 4:
STEP 5:
Disconnect the MediaBridge module from the vehicle.
Download and install necessary software from www.diceelectronics.com
Open software to follow instructions for updating MediaBridge unit.
Plug in MediaBridge via mini USB cable and update.
Disconnect and reinstall the unit into the vehicle.
Mini USB port for software update
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sold by DICE Electronics, or its authorized agents, distributors and dealers. The warranty period begins the day a
product is purchased by the end user. Products found to be defective during the warranty period will either be
repaired or replaced by DICE Electronics 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. A DICE product specialist must determine that defect is present in the product and issue an RMA. Be sure
that all wiring is connected as described in the user manual and all related equipment is functioning properly.
DICE Electronics disclaims any liability for 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, or visit our
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