Dension GWL-9221-2 User manual

Gateway Lite
iPod, USB
Install Guide
v.1.2
GWL-9221-2
1. I NTR DUCTI N
The Dension Gateway Lite is an easy to use multime-
dia adapter that enables music playback on your
vehicle’s entertainment system from several sources.
Control playback using the buttons of the car stereo.
Gateway Lite is designed for cars without text display
(except for MW and some Toyota models), there-
fore the control feature set is limited (track skipping
and US folder browsing).
2. G ETTING STARTED
First please make sure that the vehicle compatibility
is correct. The Dension Gateway Lite is available in
several versions for different vehicle types, therefore
operation and installation may differ accordingly.
Warning!
During the installation always make sure that the
ignition key is removed from the car, the radio is
switched off and that you have the security code of
the head unit (radio) at hand (if applicable).
3. H W T REM VE THE HEAD UNIT
First, carefully remove your vehicle's existing factory
fit head unit as per the factory instructions and using
the correct tools.
In some cases, removing the head unit will require
removing panels so we recommend to contact your
vehicle's dealer or installation supplier for more
information.
3. F ITTING THE G ATEWAY H ARNESS
Once the head unit has been removed, disconnect
the antenna cable (1) and the main harness connect-
or from the head unit (2). This is manufacturer de-
pendent.
When the main harness is removed, connect the
Dension supplied cable to the original factory cable
harness.
In some cases there may be an add-in connector.
Remove the CD changer section and replace with the
loom supplied with the Gateway Lite. For further
details please go to section 6.
Please note: The free brown lead on the Gateway car
harness does not need to be connected.
Important installation note for Volkswagen and
Audi owners:
The free black lead on the Gateway harness must be
grounded/connected to the chassis. (You don’t need
to connect this lead on a MW.)
4. C NNECTI N
Sources to be connected to the Gateway Lite:
Connect the round iPod connector (requires an
optional iPod connection cable – IPDC1GW) and the
USB to the Gateway and feed them through the
dashboard to the desired place.
Warning! Do not trap the cables, or locate them in a
position where they may become trapped after
refitting the head unit.
Make sure that the device is correctly fitted before
running the cable. Then, reconnect the Dension
supplied harness to the rear of the head unit.
Connect the 12 way micro-fit (12 pin molex) to the
Car side of the Gateway Lite module.
5. T EST AND REFIT
efore you refit the head unit, test the Gateway Lite
with your car audio, making sure all connections are
correct and that you have full functionality.
Note: If during testing you notice any changes or
inconsistencies in the way the car's electrical system
operates, disconnect the Gateway product immedi-
ately and consult your dealer.
After having tested all functions, refit your head unit.
Take care not to trap any wires or the Dension
product. We supply cable ties to mount the Gateway.
Please mount the module away from heat or damp
surfaces.
6. C AR - SPECIFIC C NNECT RS
Cars with mini ISO connector
BMWs with 17-pin connector
Cars with Quadlock connector (not break-in
If the CDC connector has a separate housing
7. D ISCLAIMER
All photos/illustrations are for representation purpos-
es only and may differ from the equipment in your
vehicle. Information correct at time of going to print
E. & O. E. Dension Audio Systems Ltd. and its regis-
tered partners cannot be held liable for any damages
caused by the incorrect installation of any Dension
product.
8. F URTHER ASSISTANCE
If you need further assistance in using your Dension
Smartlink, please contact your local supplier or visit
www.dension.com and click on ‘Support’.
Please check the download section for the latest
firmware version and product documentation of your
Gateway device, as these may provide additional
features or easier use of the product.

Gateway Lite
iPod, USB
User Manual
v.1.2
GWL-9221-2
1. I NTR DUCTI N
The Dension Gateway Lite is an easy to use multime-
dia adapter that enables music playback on your
vehicle’s entertainment system from several sources.
Control playback using the buttons of the car stereo.
Gateway Lite is designed for cars without text display
(except for MW and some Toyota models), there-
fore the control feature set is limited (track skipping
and US folder browsing).
Supported Audio devices
USB: Flash Memory and Hard Disk Drive (US 1.1 or
higher)
File System: FAT16 or FAT32
Storage capacity: up to 64GB music content
Music Format: MP3, WMA (except for DRM protect-
ed, WMA-lossless, WMA-Pro) and WAV
iPods
1
:
iPod (4th generation)
iPod nano (1
st
, 2
nd
, 3
rd
, 4
th
, 5
th
and 6
th
generation)
iPod mini
iPod Photo 4G
iPod Video 5G
iPod Classic
iPod touch (1
st
, 2
nd
, 3
rd
and 4
th
generation)
iPhones
1
:
iPhone 4S, 4
iPhone 3GS, 3G
1
These require an optional iPod connection cable (IPDC1GW).
Devices supported using an optional Lightning
Adapter (LIA1GW0):
iPhone 5S, 5C, 5
iPod touch (5th generation)
iPod nano (7th generation)
These require an optional Lightning Cable (original
Apple or IPLC1GW) or 'iPhone 5 cradle' (IP5LCRU or
IP5LCRP). Also supported via a genuine ‘Lightning to
30-pin adapter’ and an iPod dock cable (IPDC1GW).
2. G ETTING STARTED
efore you start, please check that your iPod or
iPhone is up to date. You can get the latest firmware
updates via iTunes or the settings menu on your
device. If you use a US device, please check the
above requirements.
3. PERATI N
Switch ON your car radio and select the ‘CD changer’
source. This is usually done by pressing the CDC or CD
button, or pressing the CD button twice. If in doubt
consult the audio section of your car’s manual.
Connect your iPod or US drive to the Gateway. The
first file on the device starts to play. If the Gateway
has been used earlier, music will play from your iPod
or US from the point last played. If both are con-
nected, the last used source will continue to play.
Switching off the radio (or the ignition) will stop
playback and put the devices connected to standby.
If neither the iPod nor a US drive is connected
‘CD5/Track99’ is displayed with the counter running.
4. S URCES
a) iPod
Two operation modes are available:
iPod User Interface (iPod UI
iPod Gateway Interface (iPod GW
In iPod UI mode the original user interface of the
iPod remains active (i.e. the click wheel still works) so
you can use it for browsing normally.
During playback the Radio displays CD5. The shown
track numbers and time counter are not synchro-
nized with the iPod. We recommend the use of this
mode if you want original iPod functionality.
In iPod GW mode the click wheel or the touch screen
is disabled
2
, the iPod displays the currently played
song information. (On iPod touch and iPhone the
‘Accessory attached’ message will be displayed only.)
iPod playback control is possible only from the car
stereo (Head Unit or steering wheel). In this mode
the track number and the time is displayed on the
radio display (Radio dependent).
2Please note that on iPod touch and iPhone running iOS 6 or
newer the ‘GW mode’ does not disable U control or normal
display.
CD buttons have the following functions in different
iPod modes:
CD#
iPod
GW
iPod UI
CD1
1
st
playlist
-
CD2
2
nd
playlist
-
CD3
3
rd
playlist
-
CD4
4
th
playlist
-
CD5
Play All
parking disc
CD6
Set iPod UI mode
Set iPod GW mode
During Playback you can select next or previous
playlist by pressing the FF or REW ( / ) function
button on the Head Unit (device dependent).
Dension also offers an optional dash-mount cradle to
dock your iPod safely (not included).
The iPod is being charged while connected to Gate-
way Lite (including Lightning Adapter connection).
USB
If a US drive is connected, the Gateway will start
playing back in ‘Play All’ mode. If the Gateway has
been used earlier, music will play from your US
drive from the point last played.
You can choose Folders (assigned in alphabetically
order) stored in the root directory by using the CD
selection buttons.
CD#
Function
CD1
1st Folder
CD2
2nd Folder
CD3
3rd Folder
CD4
4th Folder
CD5
Play All
CD6
unused disc
During playback the Radio displays ‘CD’ and the track
number with the time elapsed of the current track
(Radio dependent). When CD1 through CD4 is select-
ed, you can jump to the next or previous subfolder
using the FF/REW ( / ) buttons. In ‘Play All’ mode
all Folders/Subfolders can be reached and selected
using the FF or REW function buttons.
Tips and Tricks:
You can easily define how the CD selection buttons
are assigned by naming the Folders as: 1-Rock, 2-
Blues, 3-Pop, etc. as shown below:
Depending on the capacity of the US drive building
the database may take some time. During this pro-
cess you may not have access to your music, so we
recommend the Gateway Indexer Software to speed
up the indexing procedure. It can be downloaded
from http://www.dension.com/sites/default/ files/windows-
utility/gatewayindexer.zip
When changing the music content on your US
drive, it is highly recommended to delete the index
files (GW_D x. IN) from the root folder.
5. E NABLING T EXT D ISPLAY
Gateway Lite is designed for cars without text display
– except for compatible MW and Toyota models.
When installing the device in a MW, the text (song
info) can be displayed on several screens (Radio, MID
or Navigation) and it has to be set after the Gateway
installation. In order to activate text display mode
you need to enter the Text selector mode:
•Turn the Radio N and select the Gateway (CD-
Changer)
•Disconnect all devices from the Gateway and
wait until ‘Disc 1/Track99’ appears
•Keep the FF (Fast Forward) button pressed for
at least 10 seconds, then release. The display
turns to ‘Disc 1/Track 01’ within 3 seconds (Text
selector mode)
•Press the Next track button ( ) to toggle Tracks
02 through 04 to set the screen mode
•Please note: Track 01 is the non-Text Mode
•After setting the appropriate mode, press FF
( – Fast Forward) to confirm. Pressing the
REW ( – Rewind) button will exit the Text se-
lector cancelling all changes
•If the text selection procedure was correct AUX
GW will appear on the display
Please note: Text display is possible on some Toyota
radios as well. Press “DISP”, “TXT” or “TEXT” button
on the radio to activate it.
6. D ISCLAIMER AND W ARRANTY
Disclaimer
If your car’s electrical system begins to behave errati-
cally, please disconnect the Gateway Lite device
physically immediately and have it checked by your
installer or an automotive electronics professional.
Dension and its authorized distributors and retailers
are not liable for any incidental consequential or
indirect damages or loss and do not assume liability
for any diagnostic fees.
The use of handheld devices while driving may be
subject to government legislation. Please ensure that
your use of the Dension device complies with appli-
cable traffic laws. Dension does not assume liability
for any events resulting from the illegal or irresponsi-
ble use of handheld devices while driving.
Dension reserves the right to modify its products or
specifications without prior notice.
Warranty
Dension devices carry a one-year limited warranty
that protects you from defects in material and work-
manship of products sold by Dension or its author-
ized distributors and retailers. Dension does not
warrant any installation work or assume liability for
any damage caused due to negligence, improper
installation or operation. For warranty claims, proof
of purchase is required
Update and Support
If you need further assistance in using your Dension
Smartlink, please contact your local supplier or visit
www.dension.com and click on ‘Support’.
Please check the download section for the latest
firmware version and product documentation of your
Gateway device, as these may provide additional
features or easier use of the product.