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Audiovox Mediabridge Installation Manual & User Manual

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  • Page 1 for select Honda and Acura vehicles 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 .....20 Warning and safety ............4 Controlling the MediaBridge USB memory source Product registration ............5 Repeat and random settings ..........21 MediaBridge kit contents ..........6 Controlling the MediaBridge SIRIUS source ......22 DIP switch overview ............7 Bluetooth & MAT ..............23 DIP switch settings ............8...

  • Page 4: Warning And Safety

    Warning and safety! Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding. Failure to follow instructions may result in any responsibility for any damage or injury as a result of using the integration kit. - Do not open, disassemble or alter the interface in any way. - Do not insert anything into the casing.

  • Page 5: Product Registration

    2. Look up and save the serial number of the product. 3. Complete the product registration form. 4. Submit the form. 5. Save the registration sheet in a safe place for future reference. If you are unable to complete the registration via internet, please call Audiovox at 1-800-645-4994.

  • Page 6: Mediabridge Kit Contents

    MediaBridge kit contents for select Honda and Acura vehicles Installation Guide/User manual MediaBridge module user manual Microphone MediaBridge connector extension Optional accessories (sold separately): Cradle (A-DCR-150-USB) For more accessories, visit www.audiovoxproducts.com...

  • Page 7: Dip Switch Overview

    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 8: Dip Switch Settings

    DIP switch settings the various vehicle radios. Before installation, set the DIP switch to the position shown for the corresponding radios. Satellite (SAT) CD changer (CDC) Use for radios that have integrated Use on radios with SAT or XM satellite radio or do not support SAT button for best experience.

  • Page 9: Supported Ipod Models

    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 iPhone 4S iOS 5 iPod touch iOS 3.1.3...

  • Page 10: 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 11: Connection Diagram

    MENU Sirius SC1 SAT Tuner MediaBridge module cable receptacle (R4 only) MediaBridge vehicle connector AUX connector Sirius SC1 factory cable USB cable or iPod docking cable *Do not connect the iPod dock cable under any circumstance to the SIRIUS module...

  • Page 12: Installation

    Installation 5. Route kit to glove box or other accessible location 1. Verify compatibility 2. Disconnect battery 6. Connect battery & test 3. Remove radio from car 7. Complete install by re-installing radio 4. Install vehicle interface harness 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 13: Ipod Content Browsing

    iPod content browsing Playlist By default, the interface creates a Playlist having a name that is the same Artist shown while browsing in Playlist mode. This Playlist contains all the songs on the iPod. Once a Playlist is selected an Artist may be selected within Album that Playlist using the Artist Mode.

  • Page 14: Ipod Locked/Unlocked Settings And Features

    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 15: Basic Operation

    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/XM button (if SAT emulation is set) or DISC button (if CDC emulation is set) on the radio. Pressing this button repeatedly will cycle through sources present in the vehicle (CD >...

  • Page 16: Operating Mediabridge In Cdc Emulation

    Operating the MediaBridge in CDC emulation mode (no text display) Radio source selector (CD/AUX/MediaBridge) Press to change tracks. Browse modes (iPod/USB), PRESETS (SIRIUS), Sound adjustments (AUX), Bluetooth & MAT Press to set Repeat feature. Press to set Random feature. Press to engage FFW or RW.

  • Page 17: Operating Mediabridge In Sat Emulation

    Operating the MediaBridge in SAT emulation mode (non-NAV radio) Radio source selector (CD/AUX/SAT/MediaBridge) Press to change tracks/channels. Browse modes (iPod/USB), PRESETS (SIRIUS), Sound adjustments (AUX), Bluetooth & MAT Press to enter Random/Repeat selection. Press to engage FFW or RW within a track. Press again to disengage (iPod / USB only).
  • Page 18 Operating the MediaBridge in SAT emulation mode (NAV radio) Radio source selector (CD/AUX/MediaBridge) Audiovox Browse modes (iPod/USB), presets Audiovox (SIRIUS), Sound adjustments (AUX), Bluetooth Press to engage FFW / RW (iPod / USB). Press to change category (SIRIUS). Press to FFW / RW (Bluetooth streaming).

  • Page 19: Controlling The Mediabridge Ipod Source

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

  • Page 20: Controlling The Mediabridge Usb Memory Source

    Controlling the MediaBridge USB memory source CHANGE SONGS Select PRESET/DISC 1, then use the TUNE/TRACK buttons to change PRESET/DISC 1 TUNE TRACK from song to song. CHANGE FOLDER Select PRESET/DISC 2-6 to access Folders and use the TUNE/TRACK TUNE TRACK...

  • Page 21: Repeat And Random Settings

    Random ALL Random ALBUMS Repeat ONE SONG Repeat ALL CDC emulation Random SONG, Random ALBUMS, Random OFF TRACK UP SCAN SCAN SAT emulation Repeat ALL, Repeat SONG, Repeat OFF TRACK DOWN selection menu. selection menu. Random ALL Random FOLDER Repeat ONE SONG Repeat FOLDER CDC emulation Random SONG, Random FOLDER, Random OFF...

  • Page 22: 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. PRESET 1-6 to store PRESET 1-6 recall PRESET 1-6 stations store current station to PRESET 1-6...

  • Page 23: Bluetooth & Mat

    PRESET/DISC 1, 2 or 3 should be selected if you want to control Bluetooth audio streaming playback. PRESET/DISC 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 24: Paring Mediabridge With Your Cell Phone

    4. Select MediaBridge from device list and enter password “0000” to connect. the MediaBridge. This is indicated with a “DISCOVRABL” message on the radio display. Please perform pairing while the vehicle is parked. Bluetooth devices remain paired 30 seconds after exiting MediaBridge mode, within this time active audio streams and phone calls aren’t audible on the phone but can be resumed by re-entering MediaBridge mode.

  • Page 25: Accessing The Auxiliary Input

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

  • Page 26: 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 27: 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 28: Text Display From The Internet Rradio 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 29: 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 30: Firmware Update

    (Mac OS illustrated) Audiovox Firmware Updater v3.0.0 Audiovox Firmware Updater v3.0.0 MediaBridge Audiovox ABP 2.01 Audiovox Electronics Audiovox Electronics, Connect module via mini USB License Agreement (click Agree to proceed) http://secure.audiovox.net/audiovox/register/ Firmware update progress Module updated successfully! The above screen shots are for illustration purposes only.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Solution Text is not displaying in selected emulation. emulation has no text display. 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. Make sure all EQ and BASS boost options are turned off on your iPod.
  • Page 32 Problem Solution Why does the message “iPod When the MediaBridge is playing iPod music in UNLOCKED mode, browsing 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 33: 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 34 Installation notes:...
  • Page 35 Honda and Acura compatible integration for iPhone, Internet Radio, Bluetooth, AUX and SIRIUS. www.audiovoxproducts.com OMA-MBR-1500-HON-012012...

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