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DICE Silverline DUO Installation Manual & User Manual

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  • Page 1 for selected BMW/Mini Cooper vehicles Installation Guide/User manual...
  • Page 2 Copyrights and Trademarks Copyright 2011 DICE Electronics, LLC. The DICE Electronics logo is a trademark of DICE Electronics, LLC. iPod is trademark of Apple, Inc. Livio and Livio Car Internet Radio are registered trademarks of Livio Radio. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Controlling the DUO iPod source ........23 Product registration ............5 Controlling the DUO SIRIUS source ........24 ..........6 ........25 Silverline DUO kit contents The Livio Car Internet Radio app DIP switch overview ............7 Data connection requirements ...........25 DIP switch settings for BMW/Mini ........8 Controlling the Livio Car Internet Radio app ......26...

  • 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

    Congratulations on your purchase! Thank you for purchasing the DICE Silverline DUO Integration Kit. Please review our user manual and installation guide before operating or installing the unit. This interface was designed and manufactured to seamlessly integrate with your vehicle’s factory entertainment system.

  • Page 6: Silverline Duo Kit Contents

    Silverline DUO kit contents DICE interface for iPod for selected BMW/Mini Cooper vehicles Installation Guide/User Manual Silverline DUO module user manual iPod docking BMW Interface cable Harness Optional accessories (sold separately): IR Receiver & DICE DSP Kit AUX connector Remote controller...

  • Page 7: Dip Switch Overview

    DIP switches The configuration switches located on the Silverline DUO module are used to set various operation modes of the interface. Incorrect DIP switch settings may cause the DICE 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...

  • Page 8: Dip Switch Settings For Bmw/Mini

    DIP switch settings for BMW/Mini The following DIP switch settings are used to configure the Silverline DUO 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...

  • Page 9: 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 4.3 iPod classic 1.1.2 iPhone 4 iOS 4.3 3G nano 1.1.3...

  • Page 10: Note To Installer

    Attention installer! Please read the following! DICE Electronics strongly recommends that the unit be installed in an easily accessible place! DO NOT PLACE IT BEHIND THE RADIO! 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 11: Connection Diagram

    Connection diagram Auxiliary device iPod/iPhone Silverline DUO module SIRIUS SAT radio (not included) (not included) Silverline DUO module (back) (not included) BMW Interface (front) Cable SIRIUS connector* Update port iPod dock cable* AUX connector (USB to PC) IR receiver (optional)

  • Page 12: Connection Diagram For Dsp Option

    Connection diagram for DSP option BMW vehicles with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) must use the DICE DSP Kit (PN: ACC-BMW-DSP). To confirm if the vehicle has DSP, check for a bare metal coax cable and a 3-pin connector (for connector locations see page 13).

  • Page 13: Factory Cd Changer Cable Locations

    Factory pre-wired CD changer cable locations DSP Amp 3-pin/6-pin (or coax) connector location 3-Series and Z3 5-Series, 7-Series and X5 Mini...

  • Page 14: Installation

    Installation Note: Installation should only be performed by a qualified professional. Beware of sharp edges to avoid injury and exercise caution when removing trim pieces as they may break. The module should be placed in an accessible location, such as the glove box, consoles, under the front seats or in some cases in the trunk to allow iPod/SIRIUS/AUX cables to be connected.
  • Page 15 Connect both 3-pin and 6-pin cables to the DICE BMW Interface Harness. ATTENTION! There are two 3-pin connectors presented in the vehicle. During installation, make sure that the 3-pin connector from the vehicle DOES NOT have a brown wire in the middle! The 3-pin connector of the phone pre-wiring looks identical to the 3-pin connector of the CD changer pre-wiring.
  • Page 16 Route the interface cable to the front of the vehicle. Fold down rear seats (if applicable) and route the extension cable through the rear seat bottom cushion. Route the remainder of the interface cable (ie. under the door sill or under the driver’s seat) to a location where the module can be easliy accessed in the future.

  • Page 17: Ipod Content Heirarchy

    iPod content heirarchy 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 18: Ipod Locked/Unlocked Settings And Features

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

  • Page 19: Basic Operation

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

  • Page 20: Controlling The Duo From Select Radios

    Controlling the DUO from select BMW and Mini radios Illustration showing BMW Business CD Radio Press the MODE button to access the DUO as the audio source SC MODE Song * Artist *Album CDC 1 Selected source Press the TRACK buttons to go to the next/ indicator: AM/FM/CD/ previous song, playlist, artist or album (de- Use DISC buttons 1-6...
  • Page 21 Illustration showing BMW 16:9 Navigation radio Selected iPod Current source mode (Song, (iPod, Sirius, Use DISC buttons 1-6 Playlist, Artist, Song title Artist AUX) etc...) to change between DISC modes and to recall SIRIUS stations. Press and hold to INFO Press the TRACK buttons to go store SIRIUS stations Various Ar...
  • Page 22 Turn DIAL for next/previous track. Illustration showing Mini Navigation radio Press DIAL to store SIRIUS sta- tion presets (DUO SIRIUS source mode; see page 24). Song/Artist/Playlist displayed here On Mini navigation radios, the RND button is used to toggle be- tween Menu and Text modes.

  • Page 23: Controlling The Duo Ipod Source

    Controlling the DUO iPod source The Silverline DUO integration kit features content browsing. After connecting the iPod, select the desired browsing mode by selecting the appropriate DISC. Press the SEEK button or turn the TUNE dial repeatedly to browse contents. 1 second after releasing the button, your selection is executed. The browsing function below is illustrated in the “Track”...

  • Page 24: Controlling The Duo Sirius Source

    Controlling the DUO SIRIUS source The Silverline DUO integration kit features SIRIUS connectivity. Use the TRACK buttons or jog DIAL to browse between subscribed channels. To store a subscribed channel to memory: • Single line radio: Tune to desired station. Press RANDOM button and select which DISC button (preset 1-6) to save to.

  • Page 25: The Livio Car Internet Radio App

    The Livio Car Internet Radio application (iPhone/iPod touch) This DICE integration kit includes support for the Livio Car Internet Radio application. It’s available on the iTunes® Store, try the FREE app and listen to hundreds of Internet-based radio programming options streamed through the 3G/ Edge or Wi-Fi connection.

  • Page 26: Controlling The Livio Car Internet Radio App

    Controlling the Livio Car Internet Radio app The app must be active on the screen of the iPhone or iPod touch. To do so, users can simply tap the Livio icon on their device and it will load. For example, users can tap on the text area of the app to stop or play the selected stream.

  • Page 27: Text Display From The Livio Car Internet Radio App

    If your listening experience is interrupted by a call, under most conditions, the application will resume playback at the end of the call. Music playback applications 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. To resume playback of your iPod music library, stop Livio playback by tapping on the screen below the Livio Radio logo.

  • Page 28: Terminating The Livio Car Internet Radio App

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

  • Page 29: Optional Remote Kit: Ipod/Livio

    Optional Remote Kit: Functions for iPod/Livio Internet Radio app Toggle the auido sources between iPod SOURCE and SIRIUS/AUX iPod: Shuffle SONG (within a PLAYLIST) Play / Pause / Shuffle ALBUM / Shuffle off iPod: Repeat one / Repeat all / Repeat iPod: Next Track iPod: Skip to the next ALBUM Livio: Next station preset...

  • Page 30: Optional Remote Kit: Sirius

    Optional Remote Kit: Functions for SIRIUS Toggle the audio sources between iPod 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.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Solution Radio/NAV display only shows DISC Make sure DIP switch settings are correctly set for text display (refer to page and track number and there is no iPod 8 for DIP switch settings). control. Make sure DIP switch settings are correctly set for text display (refer to page No text display on radio.
  • Page 32 Problem Solution Ensure the cable connecting SIRIUS tuner is securely connected to the Sirius tuner can’t be selected. correct receptacle. Why does the radio display show The iPod has reached the end of a playlist. Please select a new Playlist. “EMPTY/STOP”...
  • Page 33 Why does the message “iPod browsing mode information isn’t available so the “iPod UNLOCKED” UNLOCKED” display on screen? notification is shown. To view information associated with browsing modes, ensure the iPod’s hold button is set before connecting it to Silverline DUO.

  • Page 34: Firmware Update

    STEP 1: Disconnect the Silverline DUO module from the vehicle. STEP 2: Download and install necessary software from www.diceelectronics.com STEP 3: Open software to follow instructions for updating Silverline DUO unit. STEP 4: Plug in Silverline DUO via mini USB cable and update.

  • Page 35: Disclaimer & Warranty

    ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. 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 36 Installation notes:...
  • Page 40 BMW/Mini compatible integration for iPod, iPhone, Internet Radio and SIRIUS. www.diceelectronics.com DUO-BMW-071211...

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