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  • Page 1 integration guide DRIVE LIVE ACCESSORIZE www.diceelectronics.com | 888.342.3999...
  • Page 2 WELCOME to the world of DICE nvesting into new emerg- ICE Electronics has been ing technologies through an industry leader in in-house engineering, OEM vehicle integration technology licensing, and partner- for years. Our commitment to ships has contributed to our quality drives us to continuously success over the years.
  • Page 3 volving into a new era of oming to your home is our manufacturing, we value the new line of home audio concept of maintaining our products. Due to their surroundings and pride ourselves success, we continue to develop in using eco-friendly designs in and add new and unique features packaging and component selec- to the units.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    No warranty, express or implied, and no liability in connection with the use of the information contained in this catalogue shall be assumed by DICE. You further agree that DICE is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages arising out of the use of this catalogue or any DICE products.
  • Page 5 Digital In Car Entertainment The vehicle-specific car integration kit for iPod connects the iPod to the vehicle's factory entertainment system. The interface provides CD-quality sound and creates a seamless interconnection between iPod and the entertainment system of the vehicle.
  • Page 6 Features CD-Quality Audio iPod-like Browsing Delivers high-fidelity CD-quality audio output from Browse through all the available content like you your iPod to your factory car stereo. would on your iPod Integrated Controls Charges iPod Allows you to control music from your iPod, or radio Always keeps your iPod charged and ready to go.
  • Page 7 (both 5 volt & 12 Volt) separately Optional iPod holder/cradle • Comparison data based on products avaiable as of Summer, 2008. Information listed is as-is. DICE Electronics is not responsible for any misprints or the accuracy of the data.
  • Page 8 Can I keep the iPod controls active? Yes, the iPod can be controlled directly if the What does the “works with iPhone” logo DICE unit is set up in iPod mode. In this mode, mean? text display may not be supported.

  • Page 9: Acura

    ACURA Integration for iPod...
  • Page 10 ACURA vehicle specific integration for iPod...
  • Page 11 2004 - 2008 FMRDS Note: • The DICE i-Honda-R series supports both Honda and Acura vehicles, therefore the part numbers are shared (i-Honda-R2, i-Honda-R3/R4). • Text display not available in CDC mode. 1. Navigation-equipped vehicles or factory satellite retention requires i-Honda-R4 kit.
  • Page 12 About Dip Switch Settings The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all.
  • Page 13 If Satellite (XM) is radio. After connecting the by the radio. Track numbers equipped it must be iPod you will see the DICE and times are not disconnected to operate logo on the screen. After the synchronized between the flawlessly in this mode.
  • Page 14 If the radio does not have a SAT or XM button, then it will not support SAT emulation of Cannot find SAT mode. the DICE module. Have the DICE module configured for CDC emulation. Sound of factory installed satellite radio is The factory XM module must be disconnected.

  • Page 15: Audi

    AUDI Integration for iPod...
  • Page 16 AUDI vehicle specific integration for iPod...
  • Page 17 COMPATIBILITY chart Vehicle Vehicle Specific Integration Kits Universal Kit Audi iPod CDC Kit CDC Note iPod SAT Kit SAT Note iPod FM Kit 2008 - 2009 i-VW-R 2, 3 i-Audi/VW-SAT 4, 5 FMRDS 2006 - 2007 i-Audi-R 1, 2 i-Audi/VW-SAT 4, 5 FMRDS A4/S4/RS4...
  • Page 18 About Dip Switch Settings The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all.
  • Page 19 (About Dip Switch Settings continued) for i-Audi/VW-SAT kit: Car configuration switches iPod configuration switches Multi-line display Single-line display “Locked” “iPod” Default Default This is the recommended This setting is This is best selected when This is best selected when setting for radios that have recommended for radios text display is supported by text display is NOT...
  • Page 20 Operation Overview CDC emulation SAT emulation LOAD EJECT XM 1 001 Club Mix FLDR 1 CD EXT CD 01:52 CD EXT 4 TRACK 12 ARTIST * ALBUM 2 CD EXT CD EXT 5 SEEK 3 CD EXT CD EXT 6 TRACK SCAN BASS...

  • Page 21: Bmw/Mini Cooper

    BMW/MINI COOPER Integration for iPod...
  • Page 22 BMW/MINI COOPER vehicle specific integration for iPod...
  • Page 23 chart Vehicle Vehicle Specific Integration Kits Universal Kit iPod CDC Kit CDC Note iPod FM Kit 3-series/M3 2007 - 2009 please call FMRDS 2006 (coupe & convertible) i-BMW-T FMRDS 1998 - 2005 i-BMW-T FMRDS 5-Series/M5 2004 - 2009 please call FMRDS 1997 - 2003 i-BMW-T...
  • Page 24 About Dip Switch Settings The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all.
  • Page 25 When routing the vehicle specific harness to the front of the vehicle, some BMW models have a panel below the glovebox where the DICE module can be stored for easy access. When installing a DSP kit, you can temporarily attach it to the battery for constant power for testing purposes, but it should NOT be installed this way.
  • Page 26 Text display settings Make sure to select the appropriate text display setting during the initial setup of the DICE kit. You must configure the text option by pressing DISC 6 then selecting a Track number that corresponds to the designated display:...

  • Page 27: Honda

    HONDA Integration for iPod...
  • Page 28 HONDA vehicle specific integration for iPod...
  • Page 29 COMPATIBILITY chart Vehicle Vehicle Specific Integration Kits Universal Kit Honda iPod CDC Kit CDC Note iPod SAT Kit SAT Note iPod FM Kit Accord 2003 - 2009 i-Honda-R3/R4 FMRDS i-Honda-R3/R4 1998 - 2002 i-Honda-R2 FMRDS Civic i-Honda-R3/R4 2006 - 2009 FMRDS i-Honda-R3/R4 1998 - 2005...
  • Page 30 About Dip Switch Settings The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all.
  • Page 31 If Satellite (XM) is radio. After connecting the by the radio. Track numbers equipped it must be iPod you will see the DICE and times are not disconnected to operate logo on the screen. After the synchronized between the flawlessly in this mode.
  • Page 32 If the radio does not have a SAT or XM button, then it will not support SAT emulation of Cannot find SAT mode. the DICE module. Have the DICE module configured for CDC emulation. Cannot fit i-Honda-R2 kit into any of the ports Various vehicle trim models (EX, LX, DX, etc.) can have different radios for a specific...

  • Page 33: Lexus

    LEXUS Integration for iPod...
  • Page 34 LEXUS vehicle specific integration for iPod...
  • Page 35 COMPATIBILITY chart Vehicle Vehicle Specific Integration Kits Universal Kit Lexus iPod (CDC, MD, SAT, MP3) Kit Note iPod FM Kit IS250/300/350 2005 - 2009 FMRDS i-Toyota-R 1, 2 ES300/330/350 2005 - 2009 i-Toyota-R 1, 2 FMRDS GS300/350/430/450h 2006 - 2009 i-Toyota-R 1, 2 FMRDS...
  • Page 36 About Dip Switch Settings The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all.
  • Page 37 * Not all radios support MD mode. If an external MD changer is present, it must be disconnected. Set the DICE unit to SAT mode for a slightly more intuitive interface. For 2004-2009 Lexus RX models, after removing the panel in front of the shifter there are four bolts (10mm) to be removed for the radio to slide out.
  • Page 38 Operation Overview MP3 emulation CDC/MD emulation (without Navigation) DISC CD1 Album * Artist Press RAND short to Shuffle Songs, long to Shuffle Albums. Source indicator Press RPT short to repeat one, long to repeat all. Press to change Track. Press to change Track. Press to select PRESET numbers 1 - 6.

  • Page 39: Mazda

    MAZDA Integration for iPod...
  • Page 40 MAZDA vehicle specific integration for iPod...
  • Page 41 COMPATIBILITY chart Vehicle Vehicle Specific Integration Kits Universal Kit Mazda iPod CDC Kit CDC Note iPod SAT Kit SAT Note iPod FM Kit 2004 - 2007 i-Mazda-R FMRDS i-Mazda-R2 1, 2 i-Mazda-R i-Mazda-R2 1, 2 2005 - 2007 FMRDS 2003 - 2008 i-Mazda-R 1, 3 i-Mazda-R2...
  • Page 42 About Dip Switch Settings The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all.
  • Page 43 (About Dip Switch Settings continued) for i-Mazda-R2 (SAT) kit: Car configuration switches iPod configuration switches Selected emulation Single text fields Dual text fields “Locked” “iPod” (recommended for non-navi radios) (recommended for navi radios) (recommended in SAT emulation) (recommended in CDC emulation) Default Default This is the recommended...
  • Page 44 Operation Overview CDC emulation SAT emulation PUSH PUSH Source selector Source selector 2 Press to change Track 2 Next / Previous track. Double-click to change modes. 3 Press to change modes. 3 Press to toggle between available Press to RW or FFW. text fields.

  • Page 45: Mercedes

    MERCEDES Integration for iPod...
  • Page 46 MERCEDES vehicle specific integration for iPod...
  • Page 47 chart Vehicle Vehicle Specific Integration Kits Universal Kit Mercedes iPod D2B Kit D2B Note iPod MOST Kit MOST Note iPod FM Kit C-Class 2005 - 2008 FMRDS i-Mercedes-MOST 2, 3 1999 - 2004 i-Mercedes-D2B 1, 2 FMRDS CL-Class 2004 - 2006 i-Mercedes-MOST 2, 3 FMRDS...
  • Page 48 About Dip Switch Settings The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all.
  • Page 49 Connection Diagram Note: further instruction in the installation tips/check list radio location for D2B kit: iPod head unit module interface MENU Abilit. RX TX 12Vdc for MOST kit: iPod interface module MENU to navigation system AUX cables 12Vdc ground to car side Installation Tips / Check List For D2B kit, if the CD changer is present in the vehicle, please follow the steps below: Head Unit...
  • Page 50 This may be because the fiber-optic in and out cables are put in backwards. Just swap the regular menu, it just stays on the the two fiber optic cables in the connector from the DICE kit and the flow of light should “Mercedes” display and will not operate be back to normal.

  • Page 51: Porsche

    PORSCHE Integration for iPod...
  • Page 52 PORSCHE vehicle specific integration for iPod...
  • Page 53 COMPATIBILITY chart Vehicle Vehicle Specific Integration Kits Universal Kit Porsche iPod MOST Kit MOST Note iPod FM Kit 2007 - 2009 i-Porsche-MOST 1, 2, 3 FMRDS Boxster i-Porsche-MOST 1, 2, 3 FMRDS 2003 - 2008 Carrera i-Porsche-MOST 1, 2, 3 FMRDS 2003 - 2008 Cayenne...
  • Page 54 This can be done at your local CD-changer location. Porsche dealership. Content Identifier DICE interface for iPod Installation Guide/User Manual user manual fiber optic power/AUX cable iPod...
  • Page 55 This may be because the fiber-optic in and out cables are put in backwards. the regular menu, it just stays on the “Porsche” Just swap the two fiber optic cables in the connector from the DICE kit and the display and will not operate.
  • Page 56 Acura • Audi • Bentley • Buick • BMW • Cadillac • Chevrolet • GMC • Honda • Hummer Lexus • Mazda • Mercedes • MINI • Pontiac • Porsche • Scion • Toyota • Volkswagen See things the way they should be...

  • Page 57: Scion

    SCION Integration for iPod...
  • Page 58 SCION vehicle specific integration for iPod V. No. 1008...
  • Page 59 COMPATIBILITY chart Vehicle Vehicle Specific Integration Kits Universal Kit Scion iPod (CDC, MD, SAT, MP3) Kit Note iPod FM Kit 2004 - 2009 FMRDS i-Toyota-R 1, 2 2004 - 2009 i-Toyota-R 1, 2 FMRDS 2007 - 2009 i-Toyota-R 1, 2 FMRDS 2004 - 2009 FMRDS...
  • Page 60 About Dip Switch Settings The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all.
  • Page 61 * Not all radios support MD mode. If an external MD changer is present, it must be disconnected. Setting the DICE unit to SAT mode for a slightly more intuitive interface. Toyota/Lexus/Scion radios are generally held in with 10mm bolts.
  • Page 62 Operation Overview MP3 emulation POWER DISC CD1 Album * Artist SCAN TEXT TUNE/TRK/FILE FOLDER/TYPE DISC FM1/2 MUTE AM SAT Source selector Source indicator Press to change Track. Press to change Track. Press to change modes. Press to select PRESET numbers 1 - 6. Press RAND short to Shuffle Songs, long to Shuffle Albums.

  • Page 63: Toyota

    TOYOTA Integration for iPod...
  • Page 64 TOYOTA vehicle specific integration for iPod...
  • Page 65 COMPATIBILITY chart Vehicle Vehicle Specific Integration Kits Universal Kit Toyota iPod Kit Note iPod FM Kit 4-Runner 2002 - 2009 FMRDS i-Toyota-R 1, 2, 3 Camry 2003 - 2009 i-Toyota-R 1, 3 FMRDS Celica 2003 - 2005 i-Toyota-R 1, 3 FMRDS Corolla 2003 - 2009...
  • Page 66 About Dip Switch Settings The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all.
  • Page 67 Connection Diagram radio location iPod new style radio with small connector older style radio with large connector module MENU cable receptacle Toyota03 BUS connector Toyota01 BUS connector Toyota01 BUS iPod docking cable receptacle extension connector cable receptacle Toyota01 BUS connector Note: Plug the factory connection to the cable receptacle if it was removed from the radio.
  • Page 68 Operation Overview MP3 emulation CDC/MD emulation (without Navigation) DISC CD1 Album * Artist Source selector Source selector Press to change Track. Press to change Track. Press to change modes. Press to RW or FFW. Turn to change Track. Press RAND short to Shuffle Songs, long to Shuffle Albums. Press to select PRESET numbers 1 - 6.

  • Page 69: Volkswagen

    VOLKSWAGEN Integration for iPod...
  • Page 70 VOLKSWAGEN vehicle specific integration for iPod...
  • Page 71 chart Vehicle Vehicle Specific Integration Kits Universal Kit Volkswagen iPod CDC Kit CDC Note iPod SAT Kit SAT Note iPod FM Kit Beetle 2004 - 2008 i-VW-R 1, 2, 5 i-Audi/VW-SAT 3, 4 FMRDS 2006 - 2008 i-VW-R 1, 2, 5 i-Audi/VW-SAT 3, 4 FMRDS...
  • Page 72 About Dip Switch Settings The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all.
  • Page 73 (About Dip Switch Settings continued) for i-Audi-SAT kit: Car configuration switches iPod configuration switches Multi-line display Single-line display “Locked” “iPod” Default Default This is the recommended This setting is It is best selected when text It is best selected when text setting for radios that have recommended for radios display is supported by the...
  • Page 74 (Installation Tips/Check List continued) Cable modification (only for i-VW-R): • If vehicle is equipped with factory Satellite radio and desired to be retained, a harness modification is required • 2008 Touareg does not accept this modification, satellite radio must be disabled. Disconnect main radio harness and Slide out the inner part of the Remove the SAT wires from the...

  • Page 75: Aux Universal Integration

    The perfect solution for aftermarket head units. DICE AUX kits target specialty installers who want to have a high quality audio output from an iPod and need an additional AUX input. This product offers an easy upgrade path to customers who use third party vehicle interfaces for SAT radio integration and now want an iPod without losing the existing SAT integration.
  • Page 76 Is there any control offered from the radio? car’s factory AUX jack? Volume control must be adjusted from the The DICE kit offers 5 volt (USB) charge of the radio/steering wheel. Other controls are done iPod, allows for audio level matching / directly through the iPod.

  • Page 77: Fm-Rds Universal Integration

    • Connect any other audio device to AUX input • When the iPod is disconnected, an automatic switch initiates the auxiliary input on the DICE module • Dual potentiometers are integrated into the DICE module for setting desired iPod and AUX audio levels...
  • Page 79 We are proud to be the first to introduce universal integration solutions using FM RDS technology that features both wireless and wired connectivity. The DICE FM-RDS kit for iPod features a fully digital FM transmitter which delivers deeper base and sharper highs.
  • Page 80 The DICE FM-RDS kit is the first to offer static free, hard-wired integration for iPod creating unparalleled audio quality in the market. The FM-RDS kit is compatible with all iPod models and provides text display on RDS capable radios.
  • Page 81 Content Identifier for Pro Install kit: for Self Install kit: DICE interface for iPod Installation Guide/User Manual user manual iPod docking cable pro-install antenna/power cable plug and play antenna/ power adapter vehicle specific (Not available outside US/Canada markets) interface module...
  • Page 82 FM-RDS Universal Integration Specific Technical Notes Problem Solution The vehicle’s ignition may need to be started to supply power to the DICE unit. With the pro-install kit, I get static on any of the If there is still static, try another 12V power source.

  • Page 83: Integration Accessories For Ipod

    DICE cradle for a more convenient and safer ride. The DICE Cradle for iPod unites all the features that a holder can possible have. This docking Cradle with its sleek design blends like it is part of your car. The cradle can be mounted almost anywhere thanks to its unique ball-and-cup mount solution, allowing it to be angled and rotated.
  • Page 84 360 . Featuring a universal iPod dock connector and 1/8” video out jact for use with the 5th gen. iPod. An iPod compatible video cable can be used to connect the DICE video cradle to a TV screen. 1-888-342-3999 www.diceelectronics.com...

  • Page 85: Home Audio

    HOME audio From the road to your home After several successful years in the automotive industry, we are proud to present our home audio products: the iTR-100, tabletop HD Radio receiver and the iTPA-220 vacuum tube amplifier system. The iTR-100 fills the space with crystal clear digital HD Radio while its HD multicast capability allows listeners to enjoy more content broadcasted simultaneously from their local radio stations.
  • Page 86 www.diceelectronics.com 888.342.3999 How does music move you? iTPA-220 iTPA-220 Vacuum Tube Amplifier System for iPod Vacuum Tube Amplifier System for iPod 2x20 2x20 REMOTE VACUUM WATTS WATTS INPUT INPUT TUBES...

  • Page 87: Itr-100 Desktop Hd Radio Receiver

    10 presets for AM, FM and HD1, 2, 3 Tuner type AM / FM / HD Radio tuner DICE is introducing the DICE iTR-100 tabletop HD Radio receiver. Thanks to the solid construction of the acoustic wood structure, you can enjoy the enhanced sound quality of HD Radio at home or in your office.
  • Page 88 FAQs Before Purchasing the iTR-100 What does HD Radio have to offer? What is Multicasting? Your favorite local station in the same place on HD Radio technology enables an FM broadcaster • the radio dial, but provides dramatically higher to offer more than one program stream on its audio quality through digital reception of AM and existing frequency.

  • Page 89: Itpa-200 Vacuum Tube Amplifier System For Ipod

    a classic sound IN THE DIGITAL AGE Specification list Amplifier 2x20 Watts solidstate Preamp vacuum tube equipped 2 x 6N3 Drivers 4” composite mid/bass, 1” tweeter Impedance 4Ohms Frequency response 40 HZ -18kHz Inputs iPod dock, 1/8” auxiliary Outputs 1/8” stereo Speaker enclosure 1/2”...
  • Page 90 FAQs Before Purchasing the iTPA-220 Other than playing my iPod’s music library, Are the vacuum tubes just for display on the does the iTPA-220 system offer any other preamplifier, or are they actually functional? cool features? The dual 6N3 vacuum tubes are functional and the The preamplifier has an 1/8”...
  • Page 91 Cheers to a richer, warmer sound of tomorrow. The iTPA-220 fills your home with great audiophile sound and its classic retro design accents any décor. This vacuum tube amplifier system takes you back in time while using today’s and tomorrow’s digital technology. iTPA-220 Vacuum Tube Amplifier System for iPod www.diceelectronics.com...
  • Page 92 Although every effort is made to insure compatibility, this guide/catalog is not guarantee for suitability in all applications. Please consult your dealer for information on additional accessories and product specifications. DICE Electronics, LLC. believes the information in this document to be correct at the time of printing. However, availability, pricing, specifications, features and appearance are subject to change without notice.

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