Peripheral Electronics ISBM72 User Manual

Expand Your Factory Radio  
add  
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iPod  
BMW / MINI  
Owner’s Manual  
iPod Interface  
ISBM72  
Peripheral Electronics®,  
a division of AAMP of America™  
13160 56th Court Clearwater, Florida 33760  
Ph. 866-788-4237 or  
727-572-9255 ext. 262 (international)  
©2008 AAMP of Florida, Inc.  
rev.02-18-08  
1. Introduction  
Thank you for purchasing the iSimple ISBM72. This interface is designed to provide  
endless hours of listening pleasure from your factory radio. To ensure that your  
iPod performs correctly with your radio, we recommend that you read this entire  
manual before attempting installation of the ISBM72.  
The ISBM72 allows connectivity for iPod, enabling “CD style” control of the iPod  
from the factory installed radio.  
2. Precautions  
UPDATING iPod FIRMWARE  
For proper operation of the ISBM72, your iPod must be updated with the most recent  
version of firmware fromApple. This is done on your computer. To update the software  
Follow the directions on the website to complete the download. There is no charge for  
this update.  
PREVENTING DAMAGE TO YOUR VEHICLE OR IPOD.  
Some installations require you to make wiring connections. To eliminate the risk  
of an electrical short, we recommend disconnecting the vehicle’s battery prior to  
installation. If you do not feel comfortable making these connections, we suggest  
you seek professional installation. We recommend that the iPod be disconnected  
from the interface when the vehicle is not in use.  
PROPER MOUNTING LOCATION  
Securely install the interface in a location free from; heat, humidity, moving parts,  
sharp metal edges or direct sunlight. We recommend securing the interface to a  
suitable location using; double sided tape, VelcroTM or zip-ties.  
3. Compatibility  
Please visit www.peripheralelectronics.com to verify your vehicle’s  
compatibility.  
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4. Programming the ISBM72  
The ISBM72 may need to be programmed before installation. To program the  
interface you will need to set the dip switches located on the side of the interface  
(see Fig. 1 below) to the proper configuration listed below. Prior to installation the  
switches are in their default setting of “off” in the up position and are turned “on”  
when switched down. Refer to the chart below.  
Dip Switch Configuration Chart  
MAKE  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
off  
off  
off  
BMW / MINI COOPER  
off  
off  
ON  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
1 2  
DIP  
3
4
5
6
7
8
ON  
1 2  
DIP  
3
4
5
6
7
8
ON  
ON  
Fig. 1 Side view of interface with dip switches in correct position  
5. Installation  
1. When making electrical connections it is always recommended that the vehi-  
cle’s battery be disconnected from the electrical system before performing the  
installation.(see precautions in section 2)  
2. Locate the Factory CD changer (reference the owners manual of your vehicle  
for this specific location.) If your vehicle is equipped with a factory CD changer,  
it must be disconnected in order to connect the iSimple BMW interface. If your  
vehicle is not equipped with a Factory CD changer you will need to locate the fac-  
tory pre-run harness. This may involve the removal of the center console, glove  
box, or carpeted side panels in the trunk.  
3. Program the ISBM72 interface by setting the Dip switches to the configuration  
for your vehicle (see section 4). Connect the vehicle adaptor harness into the fac-  
tory pre-run CD changer cable(3-pin and 6-pin connectors.) Connect the 24-pin  
connector of the vehicle harness into the ISBM72.  
4. Connect the iPod docking cable into the 8-pin port on the side of the ISBM72.  
5. Before permanently routing the iPod docking cable through the vehicle to the  
desired mounting location, power on the factory radio and check for proper opera-  
tion of the ISBM72.  
6. The ISBM72 is designed to operate like a factory CD changer from your radio  
controls. Press the button that would access the factory CD changer, to select the  
iPod interface.  
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7. The first time the ISBM72 is accessed, it may take up to three minutes to fully  
initialize with the radio. Once the interface is recognized, and the radio enters CD  
changer mode, the iPod will be controllable using the radio’s track forward, and  
track back buttons.  
Note: it may be necessary to press the Play button on the iPod to begin playback.  
8. After confirming the functionality of the ISBM72, finish the installation by securing  
the components and wiring in a location away from sharp metal edges, or moving  
parts that could damage the ISBM72.  
9. Return all interior panels to their original configuration.  
6. iPod Operation  
To select the iPod from the radio, press the button that would normally activate  
the factory CD changer. Some radio models require pressing the “Seek >” button  
once, after pressing the CD button. Yet, it may also be necessary to press Play on  
the iPod itself to begin playback. In some cases, if it is the first time selecting the  
iPod from the radio it may take up to three minutes for the iSimple BMW interface  
to initialize.  
CONTROLLING THE IPOD FROM THE RADIO  
With the iSimple BMW interface, the radio will control the iPod as if it were a  
factory CD changer. Therefore, operation will be done by using the same buttons  
you would use to control a factory CD changer. For more details on your particular  
radio, consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual.  
The iSimple BMW interface allows you to skip songs forward and backwards and  
also to fast forward and rewind through a particular song. In general, most radios  
will utilize “seek” or “track” buttons to control these functions.  
CONTROLING THE IPOD FROM THE IPOD  
The iSimple BMW interface allows you to keep full control of the iPod from the click  
wheel. You can browse files and change Playlists on the iPod. You can also skip  
songs forward and backwards from the iPod. The iSimple BMW interface does not  
disable any functionality of the iPod!  
RADIO DISPLAY DURING IPOD OPERTION  
Some factory radio’s may show DISC and TRACK numbers on the display of the  
radio. The iSimple BMW interface does not send any information from the iPod to  
the radio. This means that the DISC and TRACK numbers shown on the display  
will not and can not reflect the song number on the iPod due to the complex nature  
of the music library. Some factory radio’s may flash zeros on the display of the  
radio, or toggle back and forth between 1:00 and 2:00. All these are normal behav-  
iors and do not represent a malfunction.  
CONTROLING THE IPOD FROM THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS  
If your vehicle’s steering wheel controls have the ability to select track and control  
the forward and rewind functions of your factory CD changer, then they will also  
control these same functions on the iPod.  
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7. Troubleshooting  
Symptom  
Cause  
Remedy  
No Power  
Blown fuse in vehicle Replace fuse with same amp  
fuse block.  
rating. If the fuse blows again,  
call tech support.  
No Power  
Bad connection  
Improper wiring  
Check cable and wiring  
connection.  
Alternator noise is  
Install a Ground loop isolator or  
seek professional service from a  
local car audio shop.  
heard (Changes with creates a ground  
Engine RPM)  
loop  
You can hear music  
The Firmware on  
Update the Firmware on the iPod.  
See section 2 of this manual.  
from the iPod but you the iPod may not be  
can’t control it from  
the radio.  
updated.  
Radio is not  
recognizing iSimple  
BMW interface  
Bad cables or cables Check connection and cables,  
are not connected  
properly between  
converter box and  
car radio  
push in firmly.  
Radio is not  
recognizing iSimple  
BMW interface  
Wrong configuration  
on the interface  
Select the right configuration for  
your car. (See section 4)  
For Best Performance Have It  
Professionally Installed.  
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8. Warranty  
One Year Limited Warranty  
The quality controls used in the manufacture of this product will ensure your  
satisfaction. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this prod-  
uct from an authorized Peripheral Electronics dealer. This warranty covers  
any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that, upon inspection by  
Peripheral Electronics authorized personnel, is found to have failed in normal  
use due to defects in material or workmanship. This warranty does not apply  
to installation expenses. Attempting to service or modify this unit, operating  
this unit under conditions other than the recommended voltage will render this  
WARRANTY VOID.  
Unless otherwise prescribed by law, Peripheral Electronics shall not be liable for  
any personal injury, property damage and or any incidental or consequential dam-  
ages of any kind (including water damage) resulting from malfunctions, defects,  
misuse, improper installation or alteration of this product. All parts of this Peripheral  
Electronics product are guaranteed for a period of 1 year as follows:  
Within the first 12 months from date of purchase, subject to the conditions above,  
Peripheral Electronics will repair or replace the product at their discretion, if it  
is defective in material or workmanship providing it is returned to an Authorized  
Peripheral Electronic’s dealer, with PROOF OF PURCHASE from an authorized  
Peripheral Electronics dealer.  
Warning:  
This equipment may be reset by unintentional electrostatic discharge during  
operation. Exposure to direct sunlight or extreme heat may cause damage or  
malfunction.  
FCC Class B Radio Frequency  
Interference Statement  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in  
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with  
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off  
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or  
more of the following measures:  
1. Re-orientate or relocate the receiving antenna.  
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differant from  
that of which the receiver is connected.  
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / television technical  
for help.  
Notice : The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible  
for compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment.  
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®
Peripheral Electronics ,  
a division of AAMP of America™  
13160 56th Court Clearwater, Florida 33760  
Ph. 866-788-4237 or 727-572-9255 ext. 262 (international)  
©2008 AAMP of Florida, Inc.  

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