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Audiovox MEDIABRIDGE Installation Manual

Multimedia integration kit for select audi and volkswagen vehicles in sat emulation
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  • Page 1 for select Audi and Volkswagen vehicles in SAT emulation Installation Guide/User manual...
  • Page 2 Copyrights and Trademarks Copyright 2012 Audiovox Electronics Corporation The Audiovox and Audiovox Driven by DICE Electronics logos are trademarks of Audiovox Electronics Corporation iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc. All Trademarks and Logos are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Controlling the MediaBridge iPod source ..........23 Warning and safety ..............4 Controlling the MediaBridge USB memory source ......24 Product registration ..............5 Controlling the MediaBridge SIRIUS source ........25 MediaBridge kit contents ............6 Bluetooth & MAT ..................26 Dip switch configuration ............7...

  • Page 4: Warning And Safety

    Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding. Failure to follow instructions may result in improper operation or injury. Neither Audiovox 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

    Product registration We recommend registering your Audiovox product so you can receive news about important firmware updates and have unlimited access to our online support system.

  • Page 6: Mediabridge Kit Contents

    MediaBridge kit contents for select Audi and Volkswagen vehicles Installation Guide/User manual user manual microphone USB extension A-MBR-1503-AVW MediaBridge connector module Optional accessories (sold separately): AUX connector IR Receiver & Remote Cradle (A-ACC-106-AUX) (A-DCR-150-USB) (A-ACC-613-RCK) For more accessories, visit www.audiovoxproducts.com...

  • Page 7: Dip Switch Configuration

    DIP switch setting for your vehicle’s specific radio. The configuration switches located on the MediaBridge module are used to set functionality for various radio models. Refer to pages 18-22 for correct DIP switch settings. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the interface to not work properly or to not operate at all.

  • Page 8: 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 5.1 iPod classic 1.1.2 iPhone 4 iOS 5.1 3G nano 1.1.3...

  • Page 9: Note To Installer

    Attention installer! Please read the following! Audiovox 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 10: Connection Diagram

    Connection diagram iPhone/iPod USB thumb drive Sirius SC-C1 SAT tuner MediaBridge module (not included) Microphone MENU To radio/vehicle AUX audio device Vehicle BUS connector IR receiver or AUX connector AUX connector Sirius SC-C1 USB cable or iPhone/iPod docking cable (optional)

  • Page 11: Installation

    *The radio needs to be removed only to connect the MUTE/TEL Audio connections. ** When you are installing the MediaBridge module near the factory SAT tuner (to allow SAT retention) be ready to run the MediaBridge MUTE/ Phone+/Phone- lines to the back of the radio.
  • Page 12 4B. Please use a scotch lock connector (not included) to connect wires listed below to complete MediaBridge Bluetooth integration: • MediaBride Mute to TEL MUTE • MediaBridge Left Audio to TEL+ • MediaBridge Audio Ground to TEL- A couple of typical Audi/VW radio pinouts are listed. Most Audi/VW radios will have a diagram of their pinout posted on the radio chasis, if not please refer to the radio user manual.
  • Page 13 5. Route kit to glove box or other accessible location 6. Connect battery & test 7. Complete install by re-installing radio (if radio was uninstalled) Some radios will enter an anti-theft security mode and will lock requiring the radio’s security code to be entered to unlock it.

  • Page 14: A-Mbr-1503-Avw Connector

    *Connect SAT Tuner only if the SAT subscription is activated or will be activated in the near future. If vehicle did not come with a factory satellite tuner, two connections inside the front passenger-side kick panel may have to be mated together for the MediaBridge to recognize as an audio...

  • Page 15: Ipod Content Browsing And Charging

    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 16: Ipod Locked/Unlocked Settings

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

  • Page 17: Basic Operation And Settings

    Accessing the MediaBridge as the audio source: Much like the radio’s AM/FM tuner, satellite radio or CD audio sources, the MediaBridge is integrated to be part of the vehicle’s audio system. To access the MediaBridge source, press the SAT button on the radio.

  • Page 18: Overview Of Audi Symphony Radio

    Operating MediaBridge as an audio source on various radio systems - Audi symphony SONG SAT 01:52 ALBUM SONG*ARTIST PLAYLIST SOURCE ARTIST SETTINGS Set DIP switch: Radio source selector (SAT / MediaBridge) Preset buttons - press to enter: Song / Playlist / Artist /...

  • Page 19: Overview Of Vw Radio

    Operating MediaBridge as an audio source on various radio systems - VW with SAT button Radio source selector (SAT / MediaBridge) LOAD EJECT Preset buttons - press to enter: Song / Playlist XM 1 001 Club Mix FLDR / Artist / Album / Podcast / Audiobook modes...

  • Page 20: Overview Of Audi Concert Radio

    Operating MediaBridge as an audio source on various radio systems - Audi concert SEEK Audi concer t SONG * ARTIST Set DIP switch: Radio source selector (SAT / MediaBridge) Preset buttons - press to enter: Song / Playlist / Artist /...

  • Page 21: Overview Of Audio Navigation Plus Radio

    Operating MediaBridge as an audio source on various radio systems - Audi Navigation Plus Rotate the knob to select Song / Playlist / Artist / Album / Podcast / Audiobook on Memory Radio Sirius Band <<PREV<< the screen. Press the knob to confirm the selected mode.

  • Page 22: Overview Of Vw Navigation Radio

    Operating MediaBridge as an audio source on various radio systems - VW NAV w/ SAT Jog dial used to select Song / Playlist / Artist / Album / Source / Setting on the screen. Press CH 001 CH 001 the knob to confirm the selected mode.

  • Page 23: Controlling The Mediabridge Ipod Source

    TUNE TRACK Press and hold button Turn dial CHANGE PLAYLIST PRESET 2 TUNE TRACK Controlling the MediaBridge iPod source CHANGE ARTIST PRESET 3 TUNE TRACK Use PRESET 1-6 to enter browsing modes (Song, Playlist, Artist, Album, Podcast, Audiobook). CHANGE ALBUM...

  • Page 24: Controlling The Mediabridge Usb Memory Source

    TUNE TRACK buttons to navigate through the folders on your USB flash drive. CHANGE FOLDER • The MediaBridge unit will recognize the first 8 levels of folders, with up to PRESET 3 TUNE TRACK 200 accessible folders within each folder. Only the first 1000 files will be read in each folder, the rest will be ignored.

  • Page 25: Controlling The Mediabridge Sirius Source

    Controlling the MediaBridge SIRIUS source • Stations can be saved to PRESET 1-6 by holding the desired PRESET button, while listening to the station. to store PRESET 1-6 recall PRESET 1-6 stations PRESET 1-6 store current station to PRESET 1-6...

  • Page 26: Bluetooth & Mat

    • PRESET 1, 2 or 3 should be selected if you want to control Bluetooth audio streaming playback. • PRESET 4 controls the Autoconnect feature. Available options are Enable and Disable. This controls whether or not the MediaBridge will reconnect automatically when phone becomes disconnected. Only the most recently paired device will be reconnected automatically.

  • Page 27: Paring Mediabridge With 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. This is indicated with a “DISCOVRABL” message on the radio display. Please perform pairing while the vehicle is parked.

  • Page 28: Auxiliary Audio Source

    Auxiliary audio source (only with optional AUX connector) The AUX cable (A-ACC-106-AUX) can be used to connect an auxiliary device, such as an MP3 player, DVD player or other audio source. To access AUX audio source: - Plug the mini DIN connector of the AUX adapter cable into the SIRIUS receptacle and connect the 1/8” mini stereo jack to the sound output of your audio device.

  • Page 29: Internet Radio Applications

    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 30 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 31 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 32 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 33: Optional Remote Kit For Ipod/App/Usb

    Optional Remote Kit: Functions for iPod/App/USB Toggle the audio sources between iPod/ SOURCE USB, Bluetooth and SIRIUS/AUX iPod: Shuffle Song (within a Playlist) / Play / Pause Shuffle Album/Shuffle off USB: Shuffle all/Shuffle Folder/Shuffle off iPod: Repeat one/Repeat all/Repeat off USB: Repeat one/Repeat Folder/Repeat iPod: Skip to the next Album USB: Skip to next Folder...

  • Page 34: Optional Remote Kit For Sirius

    Optional Remote Kit: Wireless Remote Function for SIRIUS Toggle the audio sources between iPod/USB, Bluetooth and SIRIUS/AUX Next Category Previous Category Next Channel Recall preset SIRIUS channel Previous Channel Save the current SIRIUS channel in the corresponding preset. Note: To display SIRIUS ID, go to channel 000. Note: Saving presets with the remote will be different from the presets saved by the radio.

  • Page 35: Firmware Update

    Updating firmware (Mac OS illustrated) Audiovox Firmware Updater v3.0.0 Audiovox Firmware Updater v3.0.0 MediaBridge Audiovox MBR 1500 ABP 2.01 Audiovox Electronics Audiovox Electronics, Connect module via mini USB Device specifications and update selection License Agreement (click Agree to proceed) http://secure.audiovox.net/audiovox/register/...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Solution Text is not displaying in selected Identify your audio system first and set switches accordingly on MediaBridge emulation. module. Check all connections. See if iPod charges while connected to computer or iPod does not charge. wall charger. You may need to reset the iPod.
  • Page 37 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 iPod’s hold button is set before connecting it to MediaBridge.

  • Page 38: Warranty

    12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORP. (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.
  • Page 39 Installation notes:...
  • Page 40 Audi and Volkswagen compatible integration for iPhone, Internet Radio, Bluetooth, AUX and SIRIUS. www.audiovoxproducts.com OMA-MBR-1503-AVW...

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