Dension Ice Link Plus User Manual

User's Manual
Ice>Link Plus
V2.x
Car intergration kit for iPod
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Introduction
ice>Link Plus from Dension is a vehicle-specific kit that
enables iPod control by emulating an external CD changer
and connects directly to the back of the car radio (or
entertainment control box) or to pre-wired factory harnesses.
This hard-wired solution delivers CD-quality audio and safe
control of the iPod from the vehicle's entertainment system
controls.
ice>link Plus supports all iPod generations currently available
at time of writing. For latest information please visit
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www.dension.com. Classic (1 or 2 generation) iPod
variants are supported with a lower functionality feature set
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than the 3 & 4 generation, iPod Photo and iPod mini
models. For details see the Operating modes section and
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owners of 1 or 2 generation iPod models may disregard all
the references to ice-link Menu and other advanced features.
This manual assumes that ice>Link Plus is already installed
in your vehicle. For assistance with installation please refer to
the installation guide.
Regarding the general use of iPod, iTunes and your car's
entertainment system please consult the related operating
manuals.
If you need any assistance in using this product, please
contact your supplier or visit http://support.dension.com,
where you find comprehensive and up to date Knowledge
Base support on FAQs, Trouble Shooting, error messages,
etc.
In order to get the best technical support and keep you up to
date on latest Dension product information, please register
your ice>Link Plus at http://register.dension.com
Warning!
Do not allow the Apple iPod to distract you from driving! Only
operate the unit when stationary or ask passengers to operate
it for you.
Neither Dension Audio Systems, nor Apple Computer, Inc, its
regional offices, distributors or resellers accept any
responsibility for any damage or injury as a result of using
ice>Link with the iPod !
Exercise good judgment and keep your eyes
on the road at all times!
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Getting started
Is your iPod up-to-date?
Before you start, please check your iPod Firmware, and make
sure it is upgraded to the latest version available on
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod.
Dension only guarantees proper ice>Link functionality with the
latest version of iPod firmware.
We recommend setting up playlists on the iPod for easier
navigation of music with the car radio or steering wheel
controls.
Study your Radio Manual!
Please study the owner's manual for your radio. This guide
cannot provide detailed and specific support regarding the
various system specific features, like:
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Source selection (CD-changer mode)
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Disc selection
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Fast Forward and Rewind
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Repeat, Random (aka Shuffle or Mix), Scan
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Display and CD-text configuration options, automatic
scroll, etc.
Setup ice>Link Plus
To get maximum performance from your ice>Link installation it
is strongly recommended to set up key options during first
use. You can set the following features:
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Volume
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iPod charging mode
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Disc selection method on the car radio
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Language
Please consider your application and change factory settings
as necessary.
See details in ice>Link Plus Menu/Setup chapter on page 7.
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