Tom or some Dice expert:

Initially things worked (yesterday) but today when I go to IPOD mode I can not move from one song to another with my steering wheel controls in any mode on my IPOD. The volume works. I can switch songs from my IPOD also. Any ideas?

 

UPDATE: I placed my HU on CDC 1 and all is well now. I guess I am wondering what CDC 2 etc. is? What about playlists that are on the IPOD? How to play them through the DICE & my HU?

Thanks

 

CDC 1 cycles through individual songs; CDC 3 cycles through albums. I think 2 is for playlists. 4 appears to be for ebook chapters. Took me awhile to figure that out too. I wish there was one for artists.

 

Thanks PPW. I gotta figure out what the rest of them mean. I bet Tom will jump in at some point. I sure like the XM & IPOD in my GP though!!! Real slick.

 

actually , I ordered it without having an Ipod , 2night iam going to buy an Ipod , Iam looking forward in buying the 60 GB , are all Ipod devices works well with the adapter? or shall I get a specific design , I believe the nano wont work maybe?

 

The DICE could be picking up interference from other devices in the vehicle. You can try relocating the wire to see if the noise is diminished or if you cannot find the source of the noise - a ground loop isolator must be used.

Some MINIs are more sensitive to engine noise than others. Here is a link to the version we offer on the website:

12 Amp Power Noise Filter
http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...roducts_id=309

Let me know if you have any further questions!

 

Tim,

Glad MINI was able to get you back up and running. Here's the rundown:

CD1 = Songs within a Playlist
CD2 = Playlist Selection
CD3 = Albums within a Playlist
CD4 = Chapter search in Audiobooks
CD5 = iPod/AUX modes
CD6 = not used in MINI

Did you get an instruction manual with the kit? This will explain the features in more detail.

 

Tom,

Any updates on the issues with text display with NAV?

Thanks,
Dave

 

Unfortunately the MINI that was scheduled to show up last week never made it. Hopefully we can get him rescheduled soon so we can get to the bottom of this on NAV vehicles.

 

I realize this thread gets jumbled with everyones questions, so I thought I would repost. You said that I may need a new unit if the 2amp fuse was fine, which it was. Do you have any other suggestions? Do you think I need a new unit?

Thanks,
James

 

Is this pertaining to alternator whine? A fuse would not help in this case.

The DICE could be picking up interference from other devices in the vehicle. You can try relocating the wire to see if the noise is diminished or if you cannot find the source of the noise - a ground loop isolator must be used

 

The fuse you told me to check because I couldn't get the unit to go into DICE mode. You said in an earlier post that I may need a new unit. The alternator whine question was just a side question to the main one. to recap: My DICE unit I bought from you will only allow the iPod to control the input. No matter what the orientation of the dip switches. I reset my iPod (with proper firmware), disconnected everything, reconnected, and still could not get it in DICE mode. You said to check the fuse, which was in good condition. I don't know what to do at this point, any other ideas would be welcomed.

Thanks,
James

 

James, what Generation iPod and firmware are you running? Have you tried another ipod with the system to see if it is iPod-related?

 

Your MY04 MINI is not capable of displaying text - this is a radio limitation and not the DICE itself. However all other options will still be present like your ice>Link one was - with the addition of an integrated AUX port and allowing the iPod's Clickwheel to remain unlocked.

We have an upgrade plan for existing ice>Link users. This will allow you to retain your existing wiring and just swap the module to get you back up and running:

DICE iPod Integration Kit for Mini Cooper - *UPGRADE*
http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...roducts_id=316

Let me know if you have any further questions.

 

Thank you!

So, I don't know if I had an IceLink _plus_ ... your webpage says: "assumes you have the trunk interface wiring". REALLY dumb question, but do you mean the wiring harness that goes from the back of the radio to the unit?

Also, since mine stopped working, is it OK to assume that the wires are all fine?

Again, many thanks for your help.

I don't know if it helps, but here's the original email exchange I had with the Denison support people -- as you can see I got the "integrated" dock holder icelink right after it was released:

> -----Original Message-----
> From: info@densionusa.com [mailto:info@densionusa.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2004 7:32 PM
> To: Norman, Gina [NC3:5332:EXCH]
> Subject: [RE #BFL-27371-382]: question re: ICELINK
>
> Hi,
>
> Yes, it will work.
> Please wait about 2 weeks until we release the dock version
> of the kit - you'll like that a lot more.
>
> Best Regards
>
> Support.
>
> > gina.norman@nortelnetworks.com wrote:
> > I am buying a MINI cooper with the Harmon Kardon audio
> system upgrade...
> > will the ICELINK still work? Is this the one I would order:
> > <http://densionusa.com/merchant/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=I_BMW_ABMS00 9MK2&Category_Code=IA_BMW>> > Also, how long are these backordered?
> >
> > Thanks in advance,
> >
> > Gina

 

This will simply replace the ice>Link module you already have. The wiring harness and docking cable/cradle are fine.

 

Sorry -- one more:

How do we know it's not the wiring harness or the cradle that's the problem? (Or are those just not breakable?)

Thanks very much for your help!
-gina

 

While possible, more than likely these are not the problem.

 

Ok, I skimmed (very quickly) through the postings and didn't see this answered so hopefully Tom or someone can help me.

My details:

• 2006 Cooper S with Harmon/Kardon
• 3rd gen. iPod (40Gb, 4 buttons below the screen), firmware is up to date

Just installed the Dice (radio) integration kit. Everything went smoothly with the install and had no troubles getting my iPod to play. Here is what I'm having troubles and questions with:

• Controls on the iPod do absolutely nothing. The only exception is when the backlight on the iPod goes out I can touch one of the buttons to make it come back on.
• Will the iPod stop playing (or pause) when I turn the car off? It seems to keep playing right now (obviously not through the speakers).
• If the iPod does stop/pause when I turn the car off, will it begin playing at that point when I start my car again?

Thanks in advance for any and all help.

 

Check the LOCK slider button on the iPod to see if it is on, more than likely this is what is happening. The iPod will pause/resume as the vehicle is turned on or off.

 

I should have mentioned... that was the first thing I tried. The lock icon will appear and not appear based on the position of the slider.

 

I also forgot to mention that my iPod displays the 'check mark' and says "Okay to disconnect" the entire time. I don't know if this is correct or not.

 

Try rebooting the iPod by pressing the MENU & PLAY/PAUSE buttons on the iPod until the screen blanks out and an apple logo is seen. The iPod should not be connected to the DICE when this is performed.

 

Is there one for XM Direct? I hate the XM antenna on my roof (after other locations were tried).

 

Was there a answer from Tom on this one? I have the same problem. I am not sure what my dealer did with 30" of my cable that attaches to the ipod because I have about 6 coming out of the glove box??

Is there even an extension available; @ Apple OR?