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Smartlink
MHL, Video, Bluetooth
MHL-9203-1
User guide for Smartlink
Universal Mirroring
Interface
1. INTRODUCTION
The Smartlink from Dension is a vehicle and head unit specifi c kit,
giving you a brand new user experience on your smartphone with
MHL connection. This cutting edge device allows you to see the exact
same content on the car display as you have on your phone and gives the
possibility to control, browse, run applications, watch videos or play music
from the connected phone.
Other devices like iPhone or iPod touch can also be connected to the
Smartlink (special adapter is required e.g. Lightning Digital AV adapter
for iPhone 5s / 5c /5) but without control option from the radio.
Smartlink has one additional video input where external video capable
device(s) can be connected like a DVD player, rearview camera or others
with external video output.
Supported MHL capable phones
For the latest compatibility please visit:
http://www.mhlconsortium.org/productlist/mobile-devices/
Please note: The MHL capable phones produced by SONY (e.g.: Xperia Z,
T etc.) video signal uses the NTSC standard which might be not supported
by all radio systems.
Important note for Samsung Galaxy S3/S4 users: Special adapter is
required for MHL functions - to be ordered separately (SML11SG).
Supported iPod / iPhone devices
1,2
iPod Touch (2nd , 3rd or 4th generation)
iPhone 5s / 5c / 5 / 4S / 4 / 3GS and 3G
1
control is possible from the device user interface only
2
additional Lightning or 30 pin Digital AV adapter is required
2. HOW TO CONTROL
The Smartlink adapter comes with a Remote Control Panel (RCP) what
you can use for browsing, running applications and to accept, hang up
or reject phone calls.
Joystick
Click wheel
SEND button
END button
Android menu
External
source
'Back' button
When the TV option is selected and the MHL capable cellphone is
connected without screen lock, the phone's picture appears (duplicated)
on the radio display. If the content on the phone display does not appear,
please check your phone and makes sure that it has MHL support, the
screen lock is not activated and the HDMI output is turned ON.
The following functions are available through the RCP controller:
Basic controls
Use the joystick or rotate the click
Browsing
wheel on the RCP
Enter / Select
Push the central (joystick) button
Previous menu
Press the 'Back' button
Android 'Menu'
Press the 'A' button on the RCP
External source
Press the 'B' button on the RCP
3. VIDEO FUNCTIONS:
With the Dension Smartlink Universal Mirroring Interface can play video
from other sources like portable DVD-player, rearview camera, etc.
There are 2 different video inputs available on the Smartlink interface:
one with video and audio-in on the connector port (recommended for
portable playback devices) and another one with video connection only
(recommended for rearview camera).
The video source on the Connector Port can be selected if there is no
device connected to the MHL/HDMI connector. You can toggle between
the MHL/HDMI and the video only input by pressing button 'B' on the
RCP.
Please note: Using this video input through the Connector Port requires
an optional video cable (EXT1ICO) which has to be connected to the
Connector Port's AV-in. The playback control is possible using the UI of
the connected device only.
4. PHONE FUNCTIONS
Turn ON the Bluetooth option on your mobile phone, search for available
devices and select 'Smartlink'.
The phone will be automatically
connected because no specifi c PIN authentication is required for the
Bluetooth connection. You can see the connection status on the phone's
screen if the phone is connected.
The phone option of the Smartlink is available only if TV function is active
– e.g. the system is in Smartlink mode. If you have an incoming call while
different source is selected (e.g. Radio, external video), switch to Smartlink
mode before accepting the call.
You can answer a call by pressing the 'SEND' button (music or running
application gets muted) on the Remote Control Panel. Press the 'END'
button to hang up or reject the incoming call.
5. Connector port
Connector port is a very useful extension port for Smartlink. This accessory
gives you the following functions:
• AV-input (additional RCA video cable required)
• USB extension for Firmware updates
• Status LED
• Reset switch
• Mode selector* (Active / Bypass)
*
Bypass mode function has not been implamented therefore the Mode selector switch
has no function at the moment
6. Tips and Tricks
Using the applications in landscape orientation on phone is highly
recommended, although that feature is not always available. Therefore
an additional application might be required to use the selected app in this
mode. There are certain apps for that e.g. Ultimate Rotation Control, Screen
Rotation and many more. Using these applications above can signifi cantly
improve the Smartlink browsing and user experience, however these
force the display to appear in landscape, therefore the displayed content
might not be optimized. Alternatively visit Google Play Store and try other
applications if your current application has no Landscape support.
Turn 'Smart stay' or 'Stay awake' option (the naming is phone dependent)
ON to disable the automatic screen lock option temporarily.
Deselect 'Split Screen' option and turn the ZOOM option ON in order to
get bigger display size on a CIC Professional System.
There are certain applications developed and created for in car use. Use
those app to achieve greater control and better visibility in your car. We
recommend the use of 'Car Dashdroid'. According to our experience
the most functions and features were accessible with this App, however
there are several very good and useful applications that work well with
the Smartlink.
7. Troubleshooting
Symptom
Cause
Solution
1. Disable screen lock
2. Disconnect and
reconnect the phone
1. Screen lock is
and the MHL / HDMI
Nothing is
active
cable
displayed –
2. HDMI output is
2. Turn HDMI output ON
the phone is
disabled on phone
in the settings menu of
connected
3. Phone is not MHL
the phone
capable
3. Try the system with
another phone that is
MHL capable
External AV
Disconnect the device
MHL / HDMI function
source is not
connected to the HDMI
has higher priority
visible
input
No Control is
Connect the RCP
RCP is not connected
possible over RCP
controller
No Control is
Update the OS on the
possible over
phone to a version
RCP when the
Phone limitation
that supports control
home screen is
over MHL
selected.
Phone
Turn the BT option ON
conversation
Bluetooth connection
and pair your phone to
is audible over
is not established
the Smartlink
the phone only
8. FIRMWARE UPDATE
We recommend to visit our website on a regular basis in order to
get continuous software updates for your product to enjoy the best
performance and features.
How to:
1. Take a USB stick formatted to FAT32
2. Copy the update fi le (MHLA_UPD.ROM) to the root of the USB
stick. You do not have to remove any content from the USB stick (e.g.
music, document fi les)
3. Connect the USB drive to the Smartlink device (or the Connector Port)
while the vehicle is powered up (ignition ON)
4. The update procedure will start automatically within a few seconds
and takes approximately 2 minutes. Do not disconnect the USB
device or turn the ignition OFF within this time since it might result
in malfunction. When it is fi nished the device will disappear as a TV
tuner and reboot
5. After a succesful update the fi rmware is deleted from the USB fl ash
drive and MHLA_NFO.NFO will appear with the new software version
6. Select the Smartlink device as source again from your radio
7. Test the Smartlink functionalities
9. DISCLAIMER AND WARRANTY
Disclaimer
If your car's electrical system begins to behave erratically, please
disconnect the Smartlink interface physically immediately and have
it checked by your installer. Dension and its authorized distributors
and retailers are not liable for any incidental, consequential or indirect
damages or loss and do not assume liability for any diagnostic fees.
The use of handheld devices while driving may be subject to government
legislation. Please ensure that your use of the Dension device complies
with applicable traffi c laws. Dension does not assume liability for any
events resulting from the illegal or irresponsible use of handheld devices
while driving.
Dension reserves the right to modify its products or specifi cations without
prior notice.
Warranty
Dension devices carry a one-year limited warranty that protects you
from defects in material and workmanship of products sold by Dension
or its authorized distributors and retailers. Dension does not warrant
any installation work or assume liability for any damage caused due to
negligence, improper installation or operation. For warranty claims, proof
of purchase is required.
Further assistance
If you need further assistance in using your Dension product, please
contact your local supplier or visit
www.dension.com
and click on
'Support'.
Please check the download section for the latest fi rmware version and
product documentation, as these may provide additional features or easier
use of the product.
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