DICE fiber
optic iPod kit
for Porsche vehicles
i-MOST-Porsche
rev.01MFO
Copyright 2007 DICE Electronics, LLC. The DICE Electronics logo is a trademark of DICE Electronics, LLC.
User's Manual
HDL 2201
DICE fiber optic iPod interface specifications
Introduction
Factory radio compatible DICE fiber optic iPod integration is a direct iPod interface
developed for Porsche vehicles utilizing the fiber optic bus. Connect the iPod to your
vehicle's factory entertainment system and hear what an iPod should sound like.
CD quality sound* and controls from your radio, steering wheel or the iPod. The
DICE iPod integration keeps your iPod charged and ready to go. Radio will also
display text from your iPod, allowing you to view, select and browse Playlists,
Artists,Albums, Genres.
4"
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2
3
View from top/bottom
3 3/4"
Warning
Don't allow the Apple iPod or operating the kit to distract you from driving! Only
operate the unit when stationary or ask passengers to operate it for you. Keep your
eyes on the road at all times! Neither DICE Electronics, LLC., NAV-TV Corp., Apple
Computer, Inc., its regional offices, distributors or resellers accept any responsibility
for any damage or injury as a result of using the DICE iPod integration kit. The use of
this product constitutes toyour acceptance of our termsand conditions.
Height: 1 1/4"
1 - Power/AUX connector
ƒ"
2 - iPod input
Getting started - important information
3 - Fiber optic connector
Is Your iPod Up To Date?
Before you start, please check your iPod firmware version. Fora complete list of
Standby current consumption: ~ 22mA
Maximum current consumption: ~ 1A
Storage temperature: 0-150F
Supported iPods.
Operating ambient temperature: 30-120F
Assembled in the US
iPod Model
Required minimum FW version
4th Gen.
Photo
Must have FW version 3.1.1
Must have FW version 1.2.1
Must have FW version 1.1.1
Must have FW version 1.1.1
Must have FW version 1.4.1
Must have FW version 1.1.1
Icon legends
Video
mini
nano
2nd Gen. nano
Jog dial
Note that the iPod is locked when connected to the radio and a DICE Electronics
logo will be displayed in operation. You can select manual control in DISC 6 which
unlocks the iPod. If radio is turned off iPod becomes unlocked after 10-30 seconds
and eventually turns off.
Turn and then press jog dial
Press button
Charging
The interface automatically charges the iPod's battery when connected.
Press and hold button
Turn the dial left
Charging icon will appear on the upper
right corner of the iPod screen to indicate
charging
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4
DISC 2-5 - Browsing
Accessing and operating the MOST fiber optic iPod interface
Press the CD/CDC button to access the interface and its features. The following is
an example of the operation in DISC 3. The same steps are to be followed in DISC 2,
4 and 5.
General operation
CD/CDC
DICE iPod
AUDIO
Professional installation is required. Find a local car audio dealer. The iPod kit takes the
place of the factory CD changer.
Audio CD-Changer
Play selection
Playlists
Artists
Albums
Genres
<Extras...>
CD List
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Traffic Program
Mute
Easy access - Enjoy your iPod on the road.
Follow these steps to operate your iPod with the MOST fiber optic DICE kit.
CD/CDC
95 F
CD 1 Track 1
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to select Playlists/Artists/Albums/Genres/Extras
DICE iPod
AUDIO
Audio CD-Changer
CD List
CD List
Audio CD-Changer
Play selection
Playlists
Artists
Albums
Genres
<Extras...>
CD List
1 2 3 4 5 6
Artists
CD
2
to select Playlists
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Traffic Program
Mute
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Track 6...
of 15
01:32
Traffic Program
Mute
to select next/previous playlist
95 F
CD 3 Track 1
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95 F
CD 3 Track 1
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to go to Track List
to play selection
1
DISC 1 = Play selection
DISC 2 = Playlists
DISC 3 = Artists
DISC 4 = Albums
DISC 5 = Genres
DISC 6 = <Extras...>
1 2 3 4 5 6
CD
Play selection
Audio CD-Changer
Track List
CD List
Audio CD-Changer
Almost there
01:32 3/15
Oasis
Red Hot Chil
Prodigy
Tool
Evanescence
AC/DC
CD List
1 2 3 4 5 6
Artists
CD
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Traffic Program
Mute
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Traffic Program
Mute
Oasis
01:32
1/15
to select next/previous track
95 F
CD 3 Track 1
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95 F
CD 3 Track 1
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DISC 1 - Selecting
Press and hold the
details on page 6.
button for 3-5 seconds to choose your selection. See
1
Audio CD-Changer
Track List
Audio CD-Changer
Audio CD-Changer
Audio CD-Changer
Little by little
Wonderwall
Champaign sup
Hello
CD List
CD List
1 2 3 4 5 6
CD
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Traffic Program
Mute
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Traffic Program
Mute
Play selection
Playlists
Artists
CD List
CD List
1 2 3 4 5 6
CD
Play selection
Little by little
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Traffic Program
Mute
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Traffic Program
Mute
Play selection
Almost there
01:32
1/15
Roll with it
Albums
Morning glory
Genres
01:32
1/15
<Extras...>
95 F
CD 1 Track 4
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95 F
CD 1 Track 1
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95 F
CD 1 Track 1
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95 F
CD 1 Track 1
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to select a track
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6
A
B
DISC 6 - Extras
C
Instrument cluster
In DISC 6 you can change between radio control, manual control and Aux in.
Once selection is made, press and hold the 1 button to confirm selection.
CD x T 65536 is a confirmation that shows once the selected list is loaded. Use
the Next/Previous buttons to move in the list, then press and hold the 1 button
to choose your selection.
Audio CD-Changer
CD List
CD List
Audio CD-Changer
Play selection
CD List
CD 1 2 3 4 5 6
<Extras>
"Firmware version"
Playlists
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Traffic Program
Mute
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Traffic Program
Mute
Artists
Albums
Genres
<Extras...>
01:32
1/4
CD 2 T 665536
6
5 P
95 F
CD 6 Track 1
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95 F
CD 6 Track 1
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4 R
o Speed
3 N
to go to Track List
28mph
2 D
1
73 F
16914mls
mph 3:34
156.5mls
180
2/4
0
100
260
4/4
Audio CD-Changer
Audio CD-Changer
Track List
CD List
CD List
"Firmware version"
Radio Control
Manual Control
Aux In
CD 1 2 3 4 5 6
<Extras>
Manual Control
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
01:32
3/4
Traffic Program
Traffic Program
Mute
Mute
95 F
CD 6 Track 3
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95 F
CD 6 Track 3
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Track sequence selection
To adjust track sequence go to Track Seq. and select from "Repeat CD", "Repeat
Track" or "Normal" functions. Note that "Random" function is not available. See
illustration below.
to make selection
1
Radio Control - Select this option to control your iPod from the radio. This selection
locks your iPod.
Manual Control - Select this option and control music from your iPod. In this option
CD List
Normal
only next and previous
functions are available fromthe radio.
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Repeat CD
Repeat Track
Random
Aux In - Select this option tobe able tooperate any other audio device.
Traffic Program
Mute
About browsing
When browsing, the radio displays 30 items per screen. To view the next 30 items,
scroll down to [Next page]. Transition from one screen to the next takes a few
seconds. Update time depends on the amount of data stored on the iPod.
Audio CD-Changer
Track List
CD List
Oasis
Track List
Name CD
Track Seq.
Scan
Traffic Program
Mute
Red Hot Chil
Prodigy
Tool
Evanescence
[Next page]
95 F
CD 1 Track 30
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Important disclaimer, please read!
Driving could be dangerous and requires concentration. Do not allow the DICE iPod
integration to distract you from prevailing traffic conditions. If in doubt, operate the
unit only when stationary or ask a passenger tooperate it foryou.
Do not submerge or expose any part of the kit to water or other liquids. DICE
components are NOT water resistant and will be damaged by water. You must
properly insulate its casing if your installation environment may subject the unit to
water, such as a convertible vehicle.
Keep away from children!
Interface components may contain small parts, can be broken or disassembled and
components may become loose from vibration and heat. Small components and
packaging materials may be a chocking hazard when handled by children.
Unauthorized reproduction or reverse engineering is strictly prohibited! Intellectual
property included is distributed under specific license agreement with respective
owners. No warranty, explicit or implied, is stated. Neither DICE Electronics nor any
of itsagents, distributors, dealers or vendors shall be liable fordamages.
IN NO EVENT SHALL DICE ELECTRONICS' LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE
PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE
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