Integration kit contents
1 Vehicle specific interface unit 1 Vehicle specific harness (R2) 1 iPod docking cable
1 User manual
DICE interface for iPod
for selected Mazda vehicles
Installation Guide/User Manual
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Dip switches
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. Disconnect the vehicle harness from module and cycle ignition off for 50 seconds after changing the
switches!
DICE Module
ON 1 2
"iPod Config. Switch"
OFF
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ON/OFF Switch Positions
ON
ON 1 2
"Car Config. Switch"
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Dip switch settings
Car configuration switches
Settings
Single text fields Dual text fields
(recommended for Non-Nav radios) (recommended for Nav radios)
Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2
OFF OFF ON OFF
This setting is recommended for
This is the recommended setting for Non-Nav radios.
Navigation radios or for Non-Nav radios when manual scroll feature
In this setting the Name and Title text fields displays identical song is preferred.
information.
(Song name*Album*Artist) In this setting, the Title text field will display "Album * Artist" and the
Name text field will display "Song name".
Only Short Scrolling can be selected in Preset 6.
Both Short scrolling and Long Static can be selected in Preset 6.
Single text fields Dual text fields
(recommended for Non-Nav radios) (recommended for Nav radios)
Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2
OFF OFF ON OFF
This setting is recommended for
This is the recommended setting for Non-Nav radios.
Navigation radios or for Non-Nav radios when manual scroll feature
In this setting the Name and Title text fields displays identical song is preferred.
information.
(Song name*Album*Artist) In this setting, the Title text field will display "Album * Artist" and the
Name text field will display "Song name".
Only Short Scrolling can be selected in Preset 6.
Both Short scrolling and Long Static can be selected in Preset 6.
iPod configuration switches
Settings
"Locked" "iPod"
(recommended in SAT emulation) (recommended in CDC emulation)
Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2
OFF OFF ON ON
It is best selected when Text display is NOT supported by the radio.
It is best selected when controls from the radio are preffered. Use
Track numbers and times are not synchronized between the iPod and
this mode to browse within the contents of the iPod by category as
radio. Because there is less data transfer between the iPod and radio, this
described on pp. 24-28.
mode has the fastest response time. Content is selected on the iPod.
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Default Default
OFF OFF
OFF ON
OFF OFF
ON ON
Installation
Installation should only be performed by a qualified professional. Beware of sharp edges to avoid injury and
exercise caution when removing trims as they may break. The module should be placed at an accessible
location to allow AUX cable to be connected, such as in the glove box, the center console or under the front
seat.
. 1 Pull vehicle into service bay and access radio/center console.
. 2
Disconnectbothbatteryterminals.Thesecablesmustbedisconnectedduringinstallationtoensureproperini
tialization
of the module when it is connected.
. 3
Beforepullingouttheradio,removingsurroundingtrimsandscrews.Mosttrimscanberemovedbycarefully
pullingon the piece or using trim removal tools. Trim is usually held in place by snap-in clips.
. 4
Theradioisheldinplacebyafewbolts.Toremovethesea10mmsocketisusuallyneeded.Consultyourdealers
hipif additional information is needed on removing the radio.
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5 - Connect vehicle specific harness -You can access the CD changer/SAT port located on the back of the
radio. Unplug the factory connection if present and plug the Mazda-R2 connector into the receptacle. Plug
the factory connection to the cable receptacle if it was removed from the radio. The connector should
securely lock.
factory radio harness connection
NOTE: factory SAT tuner must be disconnected if present.
CDC/SAT port
connect to interface unit
Mazda-R2 connector
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6 Connect the vehicle specific connector and the iPod docking cable to the DICE module. Apply cable ties to
secure the cables.
receptacle
receptacle
1/8" iPod AUX dock input cable input
vehicle
specific
connector iPod docking cable
vehicle specific connector
7 Verify that all connections have been properly made.
8 Reconnect the car's battery. Test the unit before seating the cables and reinstalling the panels/trim.
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Controls in SAT emulation
PresstheSATbuttontoaccesstheinterfaceanditsfeatures. WhentheiPodintegrationisaccessedforthefirsttime,the
radio will display "UPDATING" for about one minute. The audio source should be set to iPod.
2:14 SR1 artist *
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NOTE: if radio continues to display "UPDATING" for more than one minute, turn the radio OFF and then ON again.
CLOCK SET
FM/AM SAT CD
TAPE/MD
di s c C OMP ACT
LOAD
IGIT
L AU
DIO
TRACK SEEK APC
TEXT
SCAN
RPT
Next/Previous track
PROG
PUSH 4 RDM PWR VOL
Multi Function Audio System
3 DISC
6 DISC
Source selector
PRESS to toggle between available text fields
TURN to scroll text
D
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Viewing the text fields
TheTextfieldontheradio'sdisplayiscapableofdisplayingChannelnumber, Channelname,
CATname,TitleandName:
