Sirius Connect
TM
operation (available in SAT emulation mode only)
Firmware update
USB memory operation
USB iPod operation
AUX operation
USB iPod mode
PRESET/DISC1
change songs
SEEK•TRACK
PRESET/DISC2
change playlist
SEEK•TRACK
PRESET/DISC3
change artist
SEEK•TRACK
PRESET/DISC4
change album
SEEK•TRACK
PRESET/DISC5
change podcast
SEEK•TRACK
PRESET/DISC6
change audio book
SEEK•TRACK
PRESET/DISC1
change songs
SEEK•TRACK
PRESET/DISC2
change folder
SEEK•TRACK
PRESET/DISC3
change folder
SEEK•TRACK
PRESET/DISC4
change folder
SEEK•TRACK
PRESET/DISC5
change folder
SEEK•TRACK
PRESET/DISC6
change folder
SEEK•TRACK
Icon Legend
USB memory mode
CDC/MP3/MD emulation
AUX mode
change volume setting
SEEK•TRACK
change bass setting
SEEK•TRACK
change mid EQ setting
SEEK•TRACK
change treble EQ setting
SEEK•TRACK
press button
press button
repeatedly
press & hold
button
• Select PRESET/DISC 1, then use the seek/track/tune buttons to change
from song to song.
• Select PRESET/DISC 2-6 to access Folders and use the seek/track/tune
buttons to navigate through the folders on your USB flash drive.
• The Media Bridge unit will recognize the first 8 levels of folders, with up to
200 accessible folders within each folder. Only the first 1000 files will be read
in each folder, the rest will be ignored.
• Songs play in order of when they were added to the flash drive.
• To change random & repeat settings:
• Use PRESET 1-6 (DISC 1-6) to enter browsing modes (SONG, PLAYLIST,
ARTIST, ALBUM, PODCAST and AUDIO BOOK).
• Within each mode, use the seek/track/tune buttons to browse the items
available
• To change random & repeat settings:
Note:
if the iPod is unlocked for direct control, radio control will be limited to
Songs, Playlists, and Albums. Text display will also be limited to show only
current song information.
TIP
: In CDC/MP3/MD emulation, selecting DISCS is done by using the DISC +/-
buttons.
Disconnect the Media Bridge module from the vehicle.
Download and install necessary software from www.diceelectronics.com
Open software to follow instructions for updating Media Bridge unit.
Plug in Media Bridge via mini USB cable and update.
Disconnect and reinstall the unit into the vehicle.
STEP 1:
STEP 2:
STEP 3:
STEP 4:
STEP 5:
• An auxiliary audio device can be connected to the Media Bridge
unit through it’s 1/8” headphone jack.
• In AUX mode, music is controlled only through the auxiliary audio
device.
• Audio equilizer setting can be adjusted while in auxiliary mode by
selecting PRESET 1-4 (DISC 1-4) and using seek/track/tune
buttons to increase or decrease levels. DISC/PRESET numbers
and corresponding setting are shown on the right chart.
TIP
: In CDC/MP3/MD emulation, selecting DISCS is done by using
the DISC +/- buttons.
• Stations can be saved to PRESET 1-6 by holding the desired PRESET button, while listening to the
station.
• TEXT button will toggle between the text fields.
• If a Sirius Connect compatible tuner is not detected, then either a “No Tuner” vehicle message is
displayed, or the SIRIUS option will not be selectable. Please refer to the factory manual of your radio
system about operating the Satellite mode.
• Go to Channel 000 to view the Sirius Tuner ID for activation. The 12 digit SID display format is in two
halves as SID “123456-” followed by “-789ABC”.
Sirius mode in SAT radio
recall PRESET 1-6 stations
store current station to PRESET 1-6
PRESET 1-6
PRESET 1-6
to store
station
Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Cannot select the interface.
Radio/ steering wheel controls do not
operate iPod.
Reset iPod and make sure the most recent iPod firmware is
installed. Check vehicle user manual on how steering wheel
controls work, long presses may toggle alternate function.
Why does the radio display show
“EMPTY/STOP” and no music plays?
End of a playlist or folder is reached. Please select a new
Playlist or Folder using Preset 2/DISC 2.
Check DIP switch settings. With the ignition OFF disconnect
vehicle harness from module for a few seconds and reconnect.
Verify that the correct button is used to access the interface.
On some cars the AM button is used to access SAT emulation.
Problem
Solution
No audio from iPod source.
Reset the iPod. Verify proper connection to iPod/interface. Check
for compatibility. Older iPod models don’t support USB audio.
Music is distorted or sound level
is too low with iPod connected.
Make sure all EQ and BASS boost options are turned off on your iPod.
Sirius tuner can’t be selected.
Unit must be in SAT emulation. Check for proper connection to the
mini DIN 8 receptacle.
iPod does not charge.
Check all connections. See if iPod charges while connected to
computer or wall charger. You may need to reset the iPod.
SCAN
scan channels
FOLDER/CAT/TYPE change satellite category
SEEK•TRACK
change channel
Common Control
PRESET/DISC1
PRESET/DISC2
PRESET/DISC3
PRESET/DISC4
Why does category read
“PRESELCTD”?
Playback of content selected on the iPod before connected to
the interface continues until new content is selected.
Mini USB port for software update
Why is the interface not controlling
the iPod/USB drive?
Please make sure that the USB connection is not loose. Make sure
that an iPod case is not preventing the dock connector from being fully
seated. Disconnect and reconnect the device. If iPod is not responding
please try resetting it. USB device must also be FAT16/32 format and
contain supported MP3, WMA or AAC content.
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Identify your audio system (refer to Installation tip section) first and set
switches accordingly. Note that your vehicle may support more than
one mode. Use the TEXT button on radio/display to toggle text fields.
Text is not displaying in selected
emulation.
Tip (Left audio)
Ring (Right audio)
Sleeve (Ground)
1/8” mini stereo jack (not included)
What size of USB flash drive
should I use?
Large capacities are supported, however up to 4GB is recommanded
for optimal user experience.
Pairing MediaBridge with your cell phone via Bluetooth
1. Turn on the Bluetooth feature on your cell phone
2. Select MediaBridge as your audio source from your radio, then select Bluetooth mode
3. Search device from your cell phone
4. Select MediaBridge from device list and enter password “0000” to connect
Note:
MediaBridge is only discoverable for first 60 seconds after selecting MediaBridge as your radio’s audio soure. Bluetooth devices remain paired
30 seconds after exiting MediaBridge mode, within this time active audio streams and phone calls aren't audible on the phone but can be resumed by
re-entering MediaBridge mode
Playing music from a cell phone through MediaBridge via Bluetooth
1. Enter Bluetooth mode on MediaBridge
2. Make sure your cell phone is paired with MediaBridge
3. Select and play a song from your cell phone’s music player
Note
: Some cell phones require you to manually select the option to play music via (A2DP) Bluetooth
Streaming. Song information is shown on the
radio display if your phone has AVRCP1.3.
4. Use Track UP/DOWN to skip tracks / FF / RW songs on the AVRCP compatible phone.
Bluetooth & MAT (Music Announcer Technology) configuration
To alter voice announcement and Bluetooth pairing settings select
Bluetooth
as your audio source, press
the preset button that corresponds to the feature you want to configure, and then use
track or channel
UP/DOWN
to browse through configuration options:
• PRESET/DISC 1, 2 or 3 should be selected if you want to control Bluetooth audio streaming playback.
• PRESET/DISC 4 controls the Autoconnect feature. Available options are Enable and Disable.
This controls whether or not the MediaBridge will reconnect automatically when phone becomes
disconnected. Only the most recently paired device will be reconnected automatically.
• PRESET/DISC 5 controls the paired devices memory. There is only one option. Tune or change
tracks to clear the listing of paired devices with the MediaBridge.
• PRESET/DISC 6 controls MAT setting. Available options are Default, Extended, Phone only, and Off
(refer to the chart below).
Answering / making a phone call
• To answer an incoming call, press the button that tunes to the next track or channel
• To reject an incoming call or terminate an active call, press the button that tunes to the previous track or
channel
• To make an outgoing call, dial on the phone like you would normally
Phone calls interrupt any music / audio that is currently playing on the radio
while MediaBridge is
the selected audio source
.
Options
Default
Extended
Phone only
Off
Function
Reset MAT back to factory default configuration
Turn on ALL MAT feature
Turn on the phone relative MAT only
Turn off MAT completely
Why does the message “iPod
UNLOCKED” display on screen?
When the MediaBridge is playing iPod music in UNLOCKED mode,
browsing mode information isn’t available so the “iPod UNLOCKED”
notification is shown. To view information associated with browsing
modes, ensure the iPod’s hold button is set before connecting it to
MediaBridge.
RND
Random ALL
RND
Random Folder
TRACK UP
Random Song, Random Folder, Random OFF
TRACK DOWN
Repeat ALL, Repeat Song, Repeat Folder
or
SAT emulation
SCAN
Enter shuffle & repeat
selection manual
SCAN
Exit shuffle & repeat
selection manual
or
RPT
Repeat one song
RPT
Repeat FOLDER
or
CDC/MP3/MD emulation
RND
Random ALL
RND
Random Albums
TRACK UP
Random Song, Random Albums, Random OFF
TRACK DOWN
Repeat Song, Repeat All, Repeat OFF
or
SAT emulation
SCAN
Enter shuffle & repeat
selection menu
SCAN
Exit shuffle & repeat
selection menu
or
RPT
Repeat one song
RPT
Repeat ALL
or
