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DICE MediaBridge MB-1500 Installation Manual

Multimedia integration kit for select toyota/lexus/scion vehicles
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  • Page 1 for select Toyota/Lexus/Scion vehicles Installation Guide/User manual...
  • Page 2 Copyrights and Trademarks Copyright 2012 DICE Electronics, LLC. The DICE Electronics logo is trademarks of DICE Electronics, LLC. iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc. All Trademarks and Logos are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Warning and safety ............4 Controlling the MediaBridge iPod source ......20 Product registration ............5 Controlling the MediaBridge USB memory source .....21 ...........6 ..........22 MediaBridge kit content Repeat and random settings Identify your audio system ..........7 Controlling the MediaBridge SIRIUS source ......23 DIP Switch overview ............8...

  • Page 4: 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.

  • Page 5: Product Registration

    5. 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. Prior to installation make sure the module’s firmware is up to date to ensure compatibility...

  • Page 6: Mediabridge Kit Content

    MediaBridge kit content for select Toyota/Lexus/Scion vehicles Installation Guide/User manual MediaBridge module MediaBridge User manual Microphone connector extension Optional accessories (sold separately): Cradle (DCR-150-USB) For more accessories, visit www.diceelectronics.com...

  • Page 7: Identify Your Audio System

    Identify your audio system Select the emulation that best suits your vehicle. The following chart identifies the recommended emulation for the listed radios. Note that your vehicle may support more than one type of emulation. 06-11 06-11 Note: Years and feature sets listed are shown as a guideline only and do not guarantee compatibility or limit applicability.

  • Page 8: Dip Switch Overview

    DIP switches overview The configuration switches located on the MediaBridge module are used to set various operation modes of the interface. Incorrect DIP switch settings may cause the interface to not work properly or to not operate at all. Disconnect the vehicle harness from the module and set the ignition to the off position for 60 seconds after changing the switches then reconnect the module! MediaBridge Module...

  • Page 9: Dip Switch Settings

    DIP switch settings The following DIP switch settings are used to configure the MediaBridge module to interface with the various vehicle radios. Before installation, set the DIP switch to the position shown for the corresponding radios. Car configuration switches CD changer (CDC) Satellite (SAT) Mini DISC (MD) Use with early model...

  • Page 10: Supported Ipod Models

    Supported iPod models and firmware version requirements Model Firmware / OS Version Model Firmware / OS Version 1G nano 1.3.1 160 GB classic 2.0.4 iPod 5G 5G nano 1.0.2 2G nano 1.1.3 3G touch iOS 5 iPod classic 1.1.2 iPhone 4 iOS 5 3G nano 1.1.3...

  • Page 11: Note To Installer

    Attention Installer! Please read the following! DICE strongly recommends that the unit be installed in an easily accessible place! DO NOT PLACE IT BEHIND THE RADIO AND DO NOT HIDE UNDER CARPET! Whether the unit is professionally or self installed, put the module where you, the end user can get to it easily in the future.

  • Page 12: Connection Diagram

    Connection diagram iPod USB thumb drive Toyota radio with small connector AUX audio device MediaBridge module Sirius SC-C1 SAT tuner MENU Microphone cable receptacle* MediaBridge vehicle connector AUX connector Sirius SC-C1 factory cable USB cable or iPod docking cable *If factory harness present, connect to receptacle. Do not connect an iPod dock cable under any circumstance to the SIRIUS module connector! Improper connection can cause permanent damage to iPod/SIRIUS module.

  • Page 13: Installation

    Installation 1. Verify compatibility. 5. Route kit to glovebox or other accessible location. 2. Disconnect battery. 3. Remove radio from car. 6. Connect battery and test. 4. Install MediaBridge cable. 7. Complete install by re-installing radio.

  • Page 14: Ipod Content Browsing

    iPod content browsing Playlist 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 Artist shown while browsing in Playlist mode. This Playlist contains all the songs on the iPod.

  • Page 15: Ipod Locked/Unlocked Settings And Features

    iPod locked/unlocked settings and features Radio control Limited iPod control Before connecting the iPod to the Before connecting the iPod to the MediaBridge module, turn the hold switch MediaBridge module, turn the hold switch ON to fully control and browse the songs OFF to fully control and browse the songs from the radio.

  • Page 16: Basic Operation

    5 seconds of accessing the MediaBridge as the audio source while in PRESET/DISC 1. *This source require additional parts/accessories/service from DICE and/or third parties. MediaBridge Interface settings: (within first 5 seconds of accessing the MediaBridge as the audio source) Select DISC/PRESET 1 to apply settings and resume audio playback.

  • Page 17: Operating The Mediabridge Unit From Select Radios

    Operating the MediaBridge from select Toyota, Lexus and Scion radios MP3 emulation CDC/MD emulation (without Navigation) DISC CD1 Album * Artist Radio source selector (CD/MediaBridge) Radio source selector (CD/AUX/MediaBridge) Press to change TRACK. Browse modes (iPod/USB), PRESETS (SIRIUS), Sound adjustments Press to change TRACK.
  • Page 18 CDC/MD emulation (with Navigation) Press TITLE to toggle between screens. 1' 24" 1' 24" DISC 1 TRACK 99 DISC 1 TRACK 99 CHANGER CHANGER Press DISC RPT to Repeat All. DISC DISC DISC Playlist Name Press RPT to Repeat One. TRACK PLAYLIST Press DISC RAND to shuffle Albums.
  • Page 19 SAT emulation (with Navigation) Radio source selector (AM/SAT/MediaBridge) Press to change TRACK. Browse modes (iPod/USB), PRESETS (SIRIUS), Sound SAT1 USB MEMORY CH001 ROOT DISPLAY MENU adjustments (AUX), Bluetooth & MAT configuration. 1 PRESET PRESET INFO Press to enable Random. DEST PRESET PRESET CLIMATE...

  • Page 20: Controlling The Mediabridge Ipod Source

    Icon legends CHANGE SONGS Press button repeatedly Press button PRESET/DISC 1 SEEK TRACK Press and hold button Turn dial CHANGE PLAYLIST SEEK TRACK PRESET/DISC 2 Controlling the MediaBridge iPod source CHANGE ARTIST SEEK TRACK PRESET/DISC 3 Use PRESET 1-6 (DISC 1-6) to enter browsing modes (SONG, PLAYLIST, ARTIST, ALBUM, PODCAST and AUDIO BOOK).

  • Page 21: Controlling The Mediabridge Usb Memory Source

    Controlling the MediaBridge USB memory source CHANGE SONGS • Select PRESET/DISC 1, then use the seek/track/tune buttons to change PRESET/DISC 1 SEEK TRACK from song to song. CHANGE FOLDER • Select PRESET/DISC 2-6 to access Folders and use the seek/track/tune SEEK TRACK PRESET/DISC 2 buttons to navigate through the folders on your USB flash drive.

  • Page 22: Repeat And Random Settings

    Repeat and random (shuffle) settings in USB iPod operation Random ALL Random ALBUMS Repeat ONE SONG Repeat ALL CDC/MP3/MD emulation Random SONG, Random ALBUMS, Random OFF TRACK UP SCAN SCAN SAT emulation Repeat ALL, Repeat SONG, Repeat OFF TRACK DOWN Enter Shuffle &...

  • Page 23: Controlling The Mediabridge Sirius Source

    Controlling the MediaBridge SIRIUS source (available in SAT emulation only) • Stations can be saved to PRESET 1-6 by holding the desired PRESET button, while listening to the station. • TEXT button will toggle between the text fields. to store PRESET 1-6 recall PRESET 1-6 stations PRESET 1-6...

  • Page 24: Bluetooth & Mat Configuration

    Bluetooth & MAT (Music Announcer Technology) configuration To alter voice announcement and Bluetooth pairing settings select Bluetooth as your audio source, press the preset button that corresponds to the feature you want to configure, and then use track or channel UP/DOWN to browse through configura- tion options: •...

  • Page 25: Pairing Mediabridge With Cell Phone Via Bt

    Pairing MediaBridge with your cell phone via Bluetooth 1. Turn on the Bluetooth feature on your cell phone. 2. Select MediaBridge as your audio source from your radio, then select Bluetooth mode. 3. Search device from your cell phone. 4. Select MediaBridge from device list and enter password “0000” to connect. Note: MediaBridge is only discoverable for Bluetooth pairing for the first 60 seconds after selecting Bluetooth mode within the MediaBridge.

  • Page 26: Accessing The Auxiliary Input

    Accessing the auxiliary input CHANGE VOLUME SETTING • An auxiliary audio device can be connected to the MediaBridge PRESET/DISC 1 SEEK TRACK unit through it’s 1/8” headphone jack. CHANGE BASS SETTING • In AUX mode, music is controlled only through the auxiliary SEEK TRACK PRESET/DISC 2 audio device.

  • Page 27: Internet Radio Application Support

    Internet Radio Application support (iPhone/iPod touch) This kit includes support for internet radio streaming apps available on the iTunes® Store. Thousands of stations can be streamed through data connections. Supported apps include Livio Car Internet Radio, Pandora, iHeart Radio and more. Supported features such as text display on screen, and next/previous track functions will vary by app.

  • Page 28: Controlling Internet Radio Apps

    Controlling Internet Radio Apps NOTE: The following features may not be supported by all apps. For demonstration purposes the following examples will show the features for the Livio Car Internet Radio app. The app must be active on the screen of the device. To do so, simply tap the app’s icon and it will load.

  • Page 29: Text Display From The Internet Radio App

    If your listening experience is interrupted by a call, under most conditions, the app will resume playback at the end of the call. Music playback apps running on your iPhone are sent to background automatically when the home button of the phone is pressed, but the music playback itself is not stopped.

  • Page 30: Terminating The Internet Radio App

    Terminate (kill) the App If you need to terminate (kill) the app please follow the steps below: 1. Double-tap on the home button of the iPhone to bring up the list of running apps. If you don’t see the app’s icon right away, swipe the screen left or right to locate it.

  • Page 31: Firmware Update

    Updating firmware (Mac OS illustrated) MediaBridge MBR 1500 ABP 2.01 Connect module via mini USB Device specifications and update selection License Agreement (click Agree to proceed) Product registration notification Firmware update progress Module updated successfully! The above screen shots are for illustration purposes only.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Solution Text is not displaying in selected Identify your audio system (refer to pg.7) first and set switches accordingly. Note that your vehicle may support more than one mode. Use the TEXT emulation. button on radio/display to toggle text fields. Make sure DIP switch settings are correctly set for text display (refer to page No text display on radio.
  • Page 33 Problem Solution Ensure the cable connecting SIRIUS tuner is securely connected to the Sirius tuner can’t be selected. correct receptacle on the MediaBridge module. Refer to page 15 for cycling through MediaBridge audio sources. Why does the radio display show The iPod has reached the end of a selection.
  • Page 34 Problem Solution When the MediaBridge is playing iPod music in UNLOCKED mode, browsing Why does the message “iPod mode information isn’t available so the “iPod UNLOCKED” notification is UNLOCKED” display on screen? shown. To view information associated with browsing modes, ensure the hold button of the iPod is set before connecting it to MediaBridge.
  • Page 35 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.

  • Page 36: Warranty

    Support and Warranty If you experience any problems or need help, please contact you local dealer or call DICE Electronics, LLC. At 888-342-3999 or visit us at http://diceelectronics.com/product-support. Products carry a 1 year limited warranty that protects you from defects in material and workmanship of products sold by DICE Electronics or its authorized agents, distributors and dealers.
  • Page 37 Installation notes:...
  • Page 40 Toyota/Lexus/Scion compatible integration for iPod/iPhone, Internet Apps, Bluetooth, SIRIUS and AUX. www.diceelectronics.com DICE-MB-TOY-0312...

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