iPod Interface for BMW - Nexxia Designs Limited
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1. 2 DISC 2 DISC 2 Volume Bass EQ Mid EQ Treble EQ setting setting setting setting PAGE 17 LAD 22 cme ABMIPODO10 Troubl esho oting Problem Solution Cannot select CD chang er source Check DIP switch settings refer to p 9 With the ignition OFF disconnect vehicle harness from module for 50 seconds Radi o NAV display only shows DISC and track number but there is no iPod control Select DISC 5 and make sure itis set to Track 01 Radi o steering wheel controls do not oper ate iPod Reset iPod and make sure most recent iPod firmware is installde No text display Make sure DIP switch settings are corretly set for text display Note that early model Mini Cooper vehicles do not supp ort Text PAGE 18 7 LAD 22 em ABMIPODO10 Troubl esho oting Problem Solution No audio from iPod source Reset the iPod iPod does not charge Check all connections Seeif iPod charges while connectedto computer or wall charger Music is distorted or sound level is too low Check and make sure all EQ and BASS boost options are turned off on your iPod Correct DIP Switch settings but still no text display Select DISC 6 to set text output to the correcet location PAGE 19 connecting to the aftermarket www connects2 com2. with a 1 8 AUX jack connection to connect an auxiliary device such as an MP3 player DVD player or other audio source To access the AUX audio source select DISC 5 Track 2 or Preset 5 Channel 2 ip Left audio Ring Right audio Sleeve Ground T dock AUX cable input 1 8 mini stereo jack not included input Making the adjustments While listening to the auxiliary device adjust the volume gain bass mid and treble by turning the Tune dial or pressing the Seek button DISC Preset 1 4 modes select what adjustment the Tune Seek buttons perform PAGE 16 7 Opp connecting to the aftermarket AB M PO D 0 1 0 AUX audio source setting The auxiliary input has settings for gain bass mid and treble in order to optimize sound Volume Gain should be adjusted if the audio level from the auxiliary device is too low or to high If you hear distorted audio while playing the auxiliary device You need to reduce the gain If you notice that the audio is too quiet then the gain setting should be increased Default settings are 50 68 for gain and values may be adjusted in increments between 01 99 Bass Mid and Treble should be adjusted to compensate for the acoustic presets of the radio Note If you are using an AUX device that is using the vehicle s power source and not its own battery you may have to use a GROUND LOOP isolator to avoid grounding and engine noise DISC 1 DISC
3. your vehicle has Digital Signal Processing DSP the purchase of a DSP kit may be necessary To see if your vehicle has DSP look for a bare metal coax cable and a 3 pin connector If you don t find a coax cable and find a 6 pin connector along with a 3 pin connector your vehicle doesnt need this DSP kit Connector location 3 pin connector DSP amplifier a BMW 5 series and X5 BMW Z4 PAGE 10 7 AC Opp cme ABMIPODO10 IPOD audio source Text display setting Make sure to select the appropriate test display setting during the initial set up of thekit To configure text display on BMW radios press DISC 6 then select a Track number that corresponds to the designated display Track Text Displayed On Application Characters 99 No Text All 01 Radio 3 Series Z 3 24 X3 04 K1200 12 02 Navigation All with nav 15 03 20 04 MID Alternate for 5 Series 7 Series X 5 11 05 Alternate Location All with nav 06 Alt Locat large font All with nav 07 Resume Text Use if text does not resume after phone call 08 Motorcycle 05 K1200 12 09 No Text All PAGE 11 l Zea aarne ABMIPODO10 iPod hierarchy By default the interface creates a Playlist having a name that is the same as the name of the iPod This Playlist is the very first on the list of Playlists shown while browsing in Playlist mode This Playlist contains all the songs on the iPod On
4. ABMIPOD010 iPod Interface for BMW connecting to the aftermarket Installation Guide User Manual Copyrights and Trademarks iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc All rights reserved connecting to the aftermarket Table of contents X Copyrights and trademarks am conlegends _ Icon legends Warning and safety Integration kit contents aw 2 E Supported ipod models cal Ow Turn jog dial repeatedly _ amp C DIP switch setting Y Turn jog dial Installation ea Press button C DSP installation Gg IPOD audio source Gul iS Press button repeatedly Text display settings Ca C iPod hierarchy SA coms scroll X Charging Ge AA Operating the interface G3 _ Browsing function _ AB connecting to the aftermarket Auxiliary audio source ae PAGE 01 AC Opp em ABMIPODO10 Warning and safety Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding Failure to follow instructions may result in improper operation or injury Do not open disassemble or alter the interface in anyway Do not insert anything into the casing i Do not cut or try to alter cables in any way and always use the correct connections Only operate unit when stationary or ask passengers to operate it for you YK Do not allow the Apple iPod to distract you from driving Exercise good judgement and keep your eyes on t
5. ce a Playlist is active an Artist may be selected within that Playlist using the Artist Mode Albums by the selected Artist and within the selected Playlist may be selected in Album Mode ALL ARTIST and ALL ALBUM designate all available content in those categories Charging The interface automatically charges the battery of the iPod when connected and the key is in the ACC ON position PAGE 12 Charging icon will appear on the upper right corner of the iPod screen to indicate charging OE 22 connecting to the aftermarket AB M PO D 0 1 0 Operating the interface Press the MODE button to access the interface for iPod and its features Pressing this button repeatedly will cycle through sources present in your vehicle When the iPod audio source is active DISC 5 track 1 use the Track button to select next previous Song Press the MODE button to access the interface SC MODE RND TP BMW business CD radio Source indicator Press and hold the Track Use buton 1 6 Use Random buttons to RW or FFW On some to change to enable Shuffle older BMW radios the ml button between DISC Songs must be engaged perform the numbers same action PAGE 13 A OYE i ABMIPOD010 connecting to the aftermarket BMW radio with Navigation KS CDC 2 01 PLAYLIST NAME Use button 1 6 to Charmaker chan
6. ct dip switch settings may cause theinterface 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 gt E ON Charmlink Module gt OFF Z O P ON OFF Switch Positions og 00 IPod Config Car Config Switch Switch PAGE 05 connecting to the aftermarket ABMIPODO010 Dip switch settings CD changer 1 Dip switch3 Dip switch4 Dip switch3 Dip switch4 Car configuration switches Selected emulation CD changer 2 Ipod configuration switches Selected emulation Dip switch3 Advance mode Dip switch 4 OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF Business CD Recommended for late model moc This setting is to be used on early and Navigation model Business CD and Business Radio systems Cassette head units Itis best selected when text display is supported by the radio After connecting the ipod you will see the BMW logo on the screen After the initialization the ipod will be locked for an increased interface functionality OFF OFF mag OFF PAGE 06 7 Default Horr Default OFF Opp connecting to the aftermarket AB M PO D 0 1 0 Installation Installat
7. e 3pin connector that has a brown wire in the middle but locate the one that has the brown wire on the side Incorrect connection will result in permanent damage to the unit and will not be covered by warranty 6 Locate both the 3 pin amp 6 pin connectors in the trunk If the CD Changer is present disconnect the cables and set aside If no CD Changer is present the cables will be bundled and tucked away in the rear trunk area Some vehicles will have the CD Changer wiring in a protective sheath which may make it more difficult to locate 7 Connect both 3 pin and 6 pin cables to the BMW specific harness Vehicle specific harness PAGE 08 7 Opp connecting to the aftermarket AB M PO D 0 1 0 8 Fold down rear seats if applicable and route the 5m extension cable to the rear seat bottom cushion 9 Remove bottom seat cushion by lifting up and route wiring underneath 10 Route the remainder of the interface cable in the best possible location e g under the door sill or under the drivers seat 11 Connect the vehicle specific connector and the iPod docking cable to the module Apply cable ties to secure the cables So LIE an OO OO 1 8 AUS Vehicle oc ge specific cable input connector IPod docking cable Vehicle specific connector input PAGE 09 Cd Opp cme ABMIPODO10 DSP integration If
8. ge between DISC numbers Press this button to change Track Press the MODE press and hold it button to access the to RW or FFW interf ace 01 02 2008 Z Turn the jog dial to change Track Note that a 9 second timeout is engaged once any of the alternate display buttons are pressed If exiting from anyof these sub screens without waiting for then normal timeout you MUST wait for 9 seconds before being able to use the jog dial again to navigate content PAGE 14 7 LAD 22 ema ABMIPODO10 browsing function The integration kits features content browsing After connecting the iPod select the desired browsing mode by pressing the appropriate DISC button Press on turn the Track button repeatedly to browse contents 1 second after releasing the button your selection is executed Vw 1 CDC 1 Song 1 Artist Alb y or O CDC 1 Song 25 Artist Alb i C3 ECN Vw 2 gt CDC 2 Playlist 1 name 3 O CDC 2 Playlist 15 name 3 CDC 3 Artist 1 name Y ef Oo CDC 3 Artist 8 name Vw 4 gt CDC 4 Album 1 name V or O CDC 4 Album 20 name In DISC 5 you can select the audio source ipod AUX1 in DISC 6 you can set Text display and view firmware version information PAGE 15 Cd Opp awk ABMIPODO10 Auxiliary audio source Connections The interface is equipped
9. he road at all times Do not expose unit to extreme temperatures humidity or shock Keep the unit and iPod away from fluids 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 PAGE 02 Ofte ABMIPODO010 necting to the aftermarket Integration Kit contents 1 Vehicle specific interface unit 2 Vehicle specific Harness 3 iPod docking cable 4 User manual BMW Specific Harness 40pin cable PAGE 03 LAD 22 cme ABMIPODO10 Supported ipod models and firmware version requirements FW 3 1 1 ipod 4th generation 20GB 40GB ipod 5th generation video Q 30GB 60GB 80GB ipod nano 1st generation 1GB 2GB 4GB FW 1 2 1 FW 1 0 3 iPod ipod classic 4th generation color display S 80GB 160GB 20GB 30GB 40GB 60GB FW 1 4 1 FW 1 0 3 i ipod nano ipod mini 6 AGB 6GB 3th generation video 4GB 8GB FW 1 1 3 FW 3 0 0 ipod nano ipod touch 2nd generation aluminum 8GB 16GB 32GB 2GB 4GB 8GB For the latest fireware versions and models not listed please contact your authorized dealer PAGE 04 7 pH Opp connecting to the aftermarket AB M PO D 0 1 0 Dip switches The configuration switches located on the module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer Incorre
10. ion 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 consoles under the front seat or in the trunk 1 pull vehicle into service bay 2 Open trunk and access trunk area 3 Disconnect both battery terminals These cables must be disconnected during installation to ensure proper initialization of the charmlink module when it is connected 4 CD changer cable will be on left hand side on most model in trunk Some models are different X3 CD Changer cable is located underneath carpeting under the center console Z4 CD changer interface is located between seats underneath subwoofer Mini cooper Cooper S CD Changer interface is located on right hand side of vehicle trunk area If you car model don t have pre wired CD changer cable in trunk please use BMW Specific harness 17 pin and 40 pin cable 5 Remove carpet and side cover to gain access to CD Changer BUS harness If CD Changer is present it will need to be disconnected and or removed PAGE 07 Cd Opp cme ABMIPODO10 During installation make sure that the 3 pin connector from the vehicle does not have a brown wire in the middle The 3 pin Connector of the phone pre wiring is identical looking to the 3 pin connector of the CD changer pre wiring Do not use th
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