The HD DICE relies on text to operate - it would not be compatible with your radio. The standard DICE kit will be fine in your case.

 

The iPod didn't drop the connection that time around, this is an iPod issue and not the DICE.

Try testing with another iPod or if you have a backup of your music - perform a restore.

 

Are the DIP switches both set to the OFF position? If you would like us to test the module, we would be happy to let you know if there were any problems.

 

Any word on that new antenna?

 

PCB boards are on the way - very shortly.

 

Any word? It was first mentioned as imminent in June...

Just curious.

BTW, I ve discovered that I can't "rewind" with my MFSW buttons...I can run something forwards, but nat backwards. Been that way for a while...ideas?

 

Still investigating a solution at the moment on the text display w/ NAV - we'll be able to dedicate more time as soon as SEMA is over.

I've seen the "rewind" issue before - usually a reboot fixes this:

1. Disconnect iPod from cable
2. Remove battery cables, negative first
3. Touch battery cable terminals together (away from battery) for +5 seconds, a small spark is normal as this is stored power draining from the system.
4. Allow cables to remain disconnected for about 5-7 minutes
5. Reconnect battery cables onto battery, negative last.
6. Reboot iPod by pressing on MENU and CENTER buttons for +5 seconds and then reconnecting to the DICE cable after the reboot process is completed.

Let me know if these steps correct the problem

 

"Still investigating a solution at the moment on the text display w/ NAV - we'll be able to dedicate more time as soon as SEMA is over. "

Gotta love hearing this!

-Scott

 

Stealth Antenna kits are completed and now shipping! Full details are in post #3 of this thread.

 

Tom, so this setup will work with the HK System on my 05? The stealth antenna is an "option" I take it? And it's compatible with the 3g Nano?

Glad to see this is ready!

Regards,
Lee

 

Nice, Tom!

Just curious - do you also sell the "regular" antenna separately?

 

Yes, standard HD DICE antenna kits are on our site:

DICE High Definition Radio Antenna
http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...roducts_id=926

 

Tom:

Where does this antenna install of a 2005 Mini with the HK Sound system? Do I need the extension cord or not? If so, what's the part#/URL?

Thanks,
Lee

 

This depends on where you have the HD DICE module. If it is located within 36" of the radio module, no extension cables are needed.

 

I don't have a HD Dice module yet. I want to get one with the new "stealth" antenna. So where would it be installed on an 2005 with the HK sound system? I.e. what are the parts I would need to order to do a full install?

Thanks!
Lee

 

Lee,

Here are the items you would need:

DICE High Definition Radio w/ iPod Integration (MINI)
http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...roducts_id=608

eas - Stealth Antenna kit for DICE High Definition Radio
http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...oducts_id=1566

These items will get you High Definition radio in the MINI without an exposed HD antenna on the windshield. Be sure to order the optional iPod cable if you would ike to integrate your iPod.

 

I've had the HD radio / iPod adapter installed for about a year, and wondered how the new stealth antenna installs. I've never been happy with the placement of the stick-on windshield antenna that came with the kit, though I otherwise love the setup.

Scott
90SM

 

bump for an unanswered question. How does the stealth antenna install? Does it just hook to the HD module, or does it also connect to the MINI radio?

Thanks.

Scott
90SM

 

The Stealth Antenna module connects to bot hthe MINI radio and HD DICE module, using the stock antenna instead of the external HD DICE antenna.

 

Thanks!

Scott
90SM

 

Had to reset the stupid unit again with the battery-disconnect process. I'll let you know how it goes but at the moment I'm not pleased.

Biggest issue is the inability of the unit to simply pick up playing the iPod where it left off. I have multiple 1hr+ podcasts that I listen to as I go to and from work. The trip is short and takes multiples to complete the podcast. Problem is, almost every time the unit either plays the first song on the unit I (which I am getting sick of), or it may actually remember the podcast directory but starts with the first episode rather than the one I was listening to (they list in reverse order...newest first...I like to listen in order, which is bottom first). Then I have to pull over...find the right podcast, and then search for the point at which I left off. Needless to say this is agravating...I'm usually at work by the time I find it. I've flat given up using the unit for anything but long (1+hr) drives 'cause it ain't worth the hassle.

The iPod always remembers where it left off...why does the DICE have to get in the way?

 

Why should there be bookmarks? The iPod always remembers where it left off...not sure the DICE has to get in the way of that.

Nope. Sorry.

 

The iPod simply cuts off communication to the dock connector in hibernation mode - breaking the handshake between the DICE or any other device.

 

Still doesn't make sense...way too hard and way to unreliable

 

Not understanding doesn't make a kit "unreliable", but feel free to contact me by phone if you would need an explanation in real-time.