Dension ICE>LINK LITE User manual

User Manual and Installation Guide
ice>Link Lite Car integration kit for iPod
Introduction
ice>Link Lite from Dension is a vehicle-specific kit that connects directly
to the back of the car radio (entertainment control box) or to pre-wired
factory harnesses. This hard-wired solution delivers CD-quality audio and
charging iPod battery. ice>Link Lite with dock cable supports all iPod
generations currently available at the time of writing . ice>Link Lite with
cradle supports iPod 3G, iPod 4G, iPod Photo, iPod Video 5G, iPod Nano
2G, -3G, iPod Touch 1G, iPhone 1G and iPod Classic.
Regarding the general use of iPod, iTunes and your car’s entertainment
system please consult the related operating manuals.
If you need any assistance in using this product, please contact your
supplier or visit www.dension.com, where you find comprehensive and up
to date Knowledge Base support on FAQs, Trouble Shooting, error
messages, etc.
Warning!
Do not allow the Apple iPod to distract you from driving! Only operate
the unit when stationary or ask passengers to operate it for you.
Neither Dension Audio Systems, nor Apple Computer, Inc, its regional
offices, distributors or resellers accept any responsibility for any damage
or injury as a result of using ice>Link with the iPod !
Exercise good judgment and keep your eyes on the road at all times!
General Operation
Connect iPod to the ice>Link by inserting it into the active cradle or via
the docking cable – depending on your choice at purchase.
Turn on the radio, and select AUX as the source.
Troubleshooting
You cannot hear music playing:
1. Make sure AUX is selected on your radio. Please study the
owner’s manual for your radio to learn the correct key.
2. Make sure that iPod is playing something by its own.
iPod does not turn on:
1. Verify that the iPod’s battery is not depleted by attempting to turn
it on without connecting it to the car.
2. Turn off both your car stereo, and the iPod before inserting it to
the cradle. Power on your radio and select the appropriate source.
iPod does not charge:
1. Check all connections.
2. Connect the iPod to a computer to see if it will charge from there.
Music is distorted or the sound level is too low:
1. Check and make sure all EQ and BASS boost options are turned
OFF on your iPod.
For more information visit Dension’s Online Support Center at
www.dension.com
Warranty
The Dension ice>Link Lite carries a one year limited warranty that
protects you from defects in material and workmanship of products
sold by Dension or its authorised agents, distributors and dealers.
We do not warrant any installation. If you experience any problem
or need help, please contact your local dealer or visit
www.dension.com and open an e-support ticket.
Proof of purchase is required.
Warranty does not cover normal tear and wear, damages due to
negligence, improper installation or operation.
BMW FORD SAAB
1) Remove the quadlock
connector from the back of
the car radio
2) Insert the orange, black,
and white audio cable
terminals to connector
housing attached to
ice>Link Lite car connection
harness.
3) Connect the prepared
plug into the car radio
connector frame.

4) Connect the red and
black cables of the ice>Link
Lite car harness to the radio
power wires.
Use the attached 3M
Schotchloc rapid wire
connectors (Pink coloured).
NOTE!
If you connect the cable directly to your
radio it will always charge the iPod’s
battery.
Connect the red and black wires to the
cigarette lighter power to stop charging at
ignition off. This installation is more
difficult!
5) Connect the cradle or
dock cable and the car
radio harness to ice>Link
Lite device.
iPod
Aux In
ICE>Link Lite Interface
12-pin
molex
9-pin mini DIN
Active Cradle:
iPod 3G
iPod 4G
iPod Photo
iPod Video 5G
iPod Nano 2G
iPod Nano 3G
iPhone 1G
iPod Touch 1G
iPod Classic
Dock Cable:
iPod generations
currently available
at the time of
writing
6) Connect the car radio connector to the back of radio.
Operation instruction • Operation of ice>Link Lite with BMW
head units depends on the installation;
pause and charging control via the ignition
switch requires cigarette lighter
connection.
• Insert an iPod into the Cradle
• Select AUX source on your radio (the install guide of your car can
help you)
• You can control the iPod by it’s own buttons
• When ignition is off iPod change PAUSE mode, your battery won’t
charge
• Turning ignition on iPod switch oves PLAY mode, and it start playing
music
Fix the cradle on dashboard
and trace the cable to the
back of the radio
Cradle Assembly
The active cradle comprise a circular mounting base. Simply screw this to the desired
location using the supplied screws. The cradle attaches to the base
and is secured by tightening the locking screw using the supplied hex
key.
NOTE: do not force the cradle onto the base. The pin is keyed and will only insert in one
orientation. The active cradle for 3rd generation iPods support both 10/15/20GB and 30/40GB
iPods. If using 10/15/20GB, stick the spacer plate onto the cradle with using the self adhesive pads on the rear of
the spacer plate. There are locating holes on the cradle to position the spacer plate correctly.
ILL-9201-2 /06.02.2009