Vais Technology iVIC-5D User manual

Owner’s Manual
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• LEXUS • TOYOTA •
Copyright (C) 2003-2012 VAIS Technology Published August 24, 2012
for 5 Generation of Toyota/Lexus Navigation System
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DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER
Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.
Do not block your view
Do not mount product or any added audio and/or video equipment where it can block your view through the windshield or
your view of dashboard indicators and displays.
Do not block the airbag
Do not mount product or any added audio and/or video equipment where it can obstruct the operation of the safety device
such as the airbag.
Distraction warning
Do not let product or any added audio and/or video equipment to distract you while you are driving.
BEFORE WIRING, DISCONNECT THE CABLE FROM THE NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
DO NOT SPLICE INTO ELECTRICAL CABLES
Never cut away cable insulation to supply power to other equipment. Doing so will exceed the current carrying capacity of
the wire and result in fire or electric shock .
DO NOT ALLOW CABLES TO BECOME ENTANGLED IN SURROUNDING OBJECTS
Cables or wiring that obstruct or get caught on places such as the steering wheel, shift lever, brake pedals, etc. can be
extremely hazardous.
DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WITH HIGH MOISTURE OR DUST
Moisture or dust may result in product failure.
HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS
The wiring and installation of this product requires special technical skills and experience.
USE ONLY SPECIFIED ACCESSORY PARTS
Use of other than specified parts may damage product internally.
FOLLOW THE OPERATIONAL AND INSTALLATION MANUALS.
YOU SHOULD READ AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF THOROUGHLY WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PRIOR
TO INSTALLING AND USING THIS UNIT. IN ADDITION, YOU MUST CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW THE
INSTALLATION SCHEMATICS/INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PRODUCT AND THE VEHICLE IN WHICH IT IS BEING
INSTALLED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY DAMAGE THE PRODUCT AND THE
VEHICLE, WILL VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY, AND MAY VOID THE VEHICLE WARRANTY
CHECK YOUR LOCAL LAWS
Some States/Provinces or other governmental jurisdictions (such as cities) may have laws that prohibit the operation of a
video screen within the sight of the Driver. If you have purchased such a product, you should use the product only in
locations where it is legal to do so, and if you do use the product, set up the screen so it is only visible to passengers.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Should this product fail to operate properly, please contact your Dealer or our Customer Service Department at
[email protected].
Before starting any installation work , you must wait 90 seconds after turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position and disconnecting the negative (-) terminal
from the battery. The supplemental restraint system (airbag) is equipped with a backup power source. If installation work is started less 90 seconds after
disconnection of the negative (-)battery terminal, the SRS may deploy. When the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery the clock and audio
systems memory will be erased. Before starting installation work make a record of the clock and audio systems memory settings. When installation is complete,
reset the clock and audio systems to their previous settings . Power tilt, power telescopic steering column, front power seats, power mirrors, and power shoulder
belt anchorage are equipped with a memory function .The rear power seat is not equipped with a memory function. e and they can make a record of the memory
contents, rear power seat is not equipped with the memory function. When installation is complete, it is necessary to readjust the features to their previous settings
Never use a backup power supply (such as another battery) during installation work to avoid losing these memory settings.
WARNING
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CAUTION
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Before You Start 2

VAIS TECHNOLOGY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR DAMAGES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF
THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, OR FOR ANY LOSS OF BUSINESS OR PROFITS, EVEN IF VAIS
TECHNOLOGY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. VAIS
TECHNOLOGY'S LIABILITY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE
PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT, NOTWITHSTANDING ANY FAILURE OF THE
ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY LIMITED REMEDY.
DRIVERS OF THE VEHICLE ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SAFE OPERATION OF
THE VEHICLE AND THE SAFETY OF YOU AND YOUR PASSENGERS. FOR SAFETY
PURPOSES, THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE USED WHILE THE
VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN. SUCH USE COULD BE A DISTRACTION TO THE DRIVER,
WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT LEADING TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
SOME STATES/PROVINCES OR OTHER GOVERNMENTAL JURISDICTIONS (SUCH AS
CITIES) MAY HAVE LAWS THAT PROHIBIT THE OPERATION OF A VIDEO SCREEN WITHIN
THE SIGHT OF THE DRIVER. YOU SHOULD USE THE PRODUCT ONLY IN LOCATIONS
WHERE IT IS LEGAL TO DO SO. ALTHOUGH VAIS TECHNOLOGY STRONGLY
RECOMMENDS THAT THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THIS PRODUCT NOT BE USED AT ANY
TIME WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO DETERMINE
WHETHER THE PRODUCT CAN BE LEGALLY USED IN ANY GIVEN LOCATION. ANY USE
OF THE PRODUCT IN ANY LOCATION WHERE IT IS ILLEGAL TO DO SO MAY PROHIBIT
YOU FROM RECOVERING DAMAGES IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT OR MAY BE
USEABLE AGAINST YOU AS EVIDENCE OF NEGLIGENCE.
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IMPORTANT PLEASE READ!
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WARNING
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WARNING
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Keep in mind, vehicle's navigation touch screen differs from your Android Device touch
screen. Do NOT expect the same touch sensitivity, swipe option, or multi-touch capability
(zoom in, zoom out, and etc).
Swipe option is NOT available for all compatible vehicle's models, use control arrow
buttons to make your selections.
This product mirrors Android Device onto the vehicle's navigation screen. Features,
options, and applications varies by Android Device manufacturers.
DRIVE SAFELY AND FOLLOW TRAFFIC RULES.
VAIS TECHNOLOGY AND/OR ITS OWNERS/EMPLOYEES/SHAREHOLDERS/SUPPLIERS
SHALL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ANY DIRECT
AND INDIRECT CONSEQUENCES THEREOF. WATCHING THIS SCREEN AND MAKING
SELECTIONS WHILE DRIVING CAN CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT, DAMAGE, OR BREAK
THE LAW.
IF YOU USE THIS PRODUCT IN YOUR VEHICLE, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE
YOUR PASSENGERS AWARE OF THE ABOVE WARNING.
WARNING
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IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS

Connections 4
Connecting iVIC
Used for iVIC
Mode programming
Power and Audio
wiring harness Service
Port
USB 2.0 Host
A/V 2
Port
A/V 1
Port / iPod interface
(if available)
Video 3/Camera Port
(if equipped)
Digital Video
harness
!
This is not Firewire port!
Do not use this connector for any Firewire Devices or
for connection to Firewire port on your computer.
By doing so can permanently damage iVIC.
USB extension cable
(included)
To iVIC
USB Port
Install in easy accessible place
for quick switch between
USB devices
1 2
ON
HDMI
USB
Charging
Port
Vehicle signals port
(if equipped)
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Bluetooth Module
(if equipped) LED
indicators
!
Warning!
Extension cable installation/usage may prevent iPad,
latest iPod/iPhone devices from charging.

Power and Audio
wiring harness
Bluetooth Module
(if equipped)
VGPU Heatsink
(DO NOT COVER IT!)
Allow free airflow
Digital Video
Harness
(MUST BE CONNECTED)
HDMI Cable
A/V1 Video Harness
or
iPod Interface Harness
USB Cable
(Android device charging ONLY
if applicable)
USB 2.0
Extension Cable
or
iPod Interface harness
A/V2 Video
Harness
(if available**)
Camera + Power
Harness
(if equipped*)
Vehicle Signals
Harness
(if equipped*)
Connections 5
Connecting iVIC
!
USB 2.0 Host connector is used for updates, mass
storage devices, and iPod/iPhone/iPad connection
(if applicable).
Warning!
Extension cable installation/usage may prevent iPad,
latest iPod/iPhone devices from charging.
Wire Harness
Support Bracket
Zip ties

Connections 6
Connecting iVIC
To iVIC
Digital Video
Connector
To Factory
Multi-Display Unit
To Factory
harness
from Navigation ECU
(if present)
Digital Video Harness
(included)
+12V Camera Power Supply
Camera Power Supply Ground
+12V Camera Power Supply
Camera Power Supply Ground
A/V 2
(Audio/Video)
Harness
(NOT INCLUDED)
Video 3 / Camera
Harness
(NOT INCLUDED)
A/V1
(Component Video )
Harness
(NOT INCLUDED)
If Composite is selected in A/V1 source
as Input Signal Type, then you must
use Green connector for Composite Video
Digital Video Cable MUST BE CONNECTED to Factory Multi-Display Unit,
and to iVIC for proper operation of iVIC and factory components.
Navigation ECU (if present),
To iVIC AV2 Port
To iVIC Camera Port
(if equipped)
To iVIC
AV1 Port / iPod interface
Port

Connections 7
Head Unit (Radio Receiver)
Connection diagram used for most 2006-2009 Lexus/Toyota vehicles
Connecting iVIC to head unit (for Lexus/Toyota vehicles)
AA
Factory Audio
harness
(if present)
Plug into
Head Unit
(connector “B”)
12-pin connector
Lexus GX 470 Radio Receiver shown.
Locate connector “A” (12-pin connector) on your Radio.
Connector location on the Radio may be
different from shown above.
To iVIC
Audio Harness (36”)
12 Pin Y-harness
Connecting iVIC to Vehicle GVIF Display Port
To Un-plug any connector do NOT pull it by the wires.
WARNING
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FACTORY MULTI-DISPLAY ECU
To iVIC GVIF
Display Port
Disconnect Factory Digital Video Cable
(if present) from “Display Port”
and reconnect to iVIC Digital
Video Y-harness.
If Navigation System
and Multi-Display ECU is one piece
then Factory Digital Video Cable
is not present.
iVIC
Digital Video Harness
Digital Video Harness MUST NOT be bended
with less than 1 inch radius.
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ATTENTION

Installation
We strongly recommend that you install the unit in an easily accessible location, so you can later upgrade
the unit or re-program it in case of incorrect programming.
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IVIC-5D Programming (MODE 1)
iVIC-5D programming steps:
@Properly install iVIC-5D unit.
@Put the “Left” programming switch in the “DOWN” position.
@Put ignition switch into the “ACC” position.
@Wait for a long beep followed by a few short beeps. This may take up to one minute.
@Return programming switches to their default position (both switches “UP”).
Wait up to 30 seconds until confirmation beep.
@Put ignition switch into the “OFF” position.
@Wait at least 10 seconds.
@Put ignition switch into “ACC” or “ON” position.
@Check iVIC for functionality
iVIC-5D-PA Programming (MODE 3)
iVIC-5D-PA programming steps:
@Properly install iVIC-5D-PA unit.
@Put both programming switches in the “DOWN” position.
@Put ignition switch into the “ACC” position.
@Wait for a long beep followed by a few short beeps. This may take up to one minute.
@Return programming switches to their default position (both switches “UP”).
Wait up to 30 seconds until confirmation beep.
@Put ignition switch into the “OFF” position.
@Wait at least 10 seconds.
@Put ignition switch into “ACC” or “ON” position.
@Check iVIC for functionality
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ON
Left switch
“DOWN”
Ignition into
“ACC” or “ON”
position
Confirmation beep
(Yellow LED blinks)
Both switches
“UP”
ON
1 2
up to 30 sec Confirmation beep
(Yellow LED blinks)
Ignition into
“OFF” position
up to 10 sec
Yellow LED
1 2
ON
Both switches
“DOWN”
Ignition into
“ACC” or “ON”
position
Confirmation beep
(Yellow LED blinks)
Both switches
“UP”
ON
1 2
up to 30 sec Confirmation beep
(Yellow LED blinks)
Ignition into
“OFF” position
up to 10 sec
Yellow LED

!Velcro Fasteners are not included
!VAIS Technology strongly recommends grounding the unit to the car chassis for best results.
NOTE WARNING
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We strongly recommend to Ground iVIC to the vehicle’s chassis
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Mounting unit using Velcro fasteners
Carpet or car chassis
“Soft” Velcro Fastener
“Hard” Velcro Fastener
Installation 9
iVIC
Requires free flow of air
over heat sink area!
Keep away from external
heat source.

About iVIC 10
iVIC
Video Graphics
Mode
CD-MP3 Emulation
Mode
Video Graphics mode is used for Android phone integration,
iOS app integration, or HDMI/ analog video input.
CD-MP3 emulation is used for mass storage device integration or for
selected iPod/iPhone models integration (used for devices which do not support Video Graphics mode).
iVIC update can only be done in CD-MP3 mode.
To select CD-MP3 mode from Graphics mode press CD-MP3 Emulation button in
Home screen.
To select Video Graphics mode from CD-MP3 emulation mode, press and hold the
SCAN button.

Video Graphics Mode 11
VAIS Technology safety message is displayed for 5 seconds.
After 5 seconds you can touch the screen to go to Video
Graphics menu.
After 5 more seconds safety message will go off.
Touch the screen to get to the iVIC side “Source Menu”.
iVIC screen will be displayed when you start the car. If you turn your car off with iVIC Video Graphics Mode active,
turning the car on will resume iVIC display.
Exception: If reverse gear was activated shortly after the vehicle start up, switching gear to DRIVE will activate MAP
screen.
To activate Video Graphics Screen push [AUDIO] button.
Switch to CD-MP3 emulation mode. To return back to iVIC
Video Graphics mode (VG mode), select iVIC CD-MP3 source
and press and hold SCAN button.
Touch [SETUP MODE] icon to enable or disable Sources.
Source Selection (Home Screen)
Checkmark indicates current source
Touch the icon to select desired source.
How to check iVIC Software/Firmware version
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Push and hold for 1sec to display
software/firmware versions of iVIC.
Push the same button to bring the
Home screen back.

Video Graphics Mode 12
“Factory Backup Camera” source activates factory backup camera. Available only if backup camera was previously
activated at least once using “Reverse gear” after vehicle startup. This functionality may not be available for all vehicle
models.
Source “SETUP MODE”
This message will be displayed if Video Signal is not
present and/or communication with device is not established.
Touching screen outside of the menu
will cancel changes.
Touching screen at menu
button will apply changes.
Source “SETTINGS”
Checkmark sources to be displayed on
the Home Screen. Icons will be displayed
in an order they were selected.
Touch the screen to activate “Source Menu” on the right.
Touching screen again outside of the menu will hide it.
Applicable for universal sources only.

Video Graphics Mode 13
Input Alias - Choose from the following
(Audio/Video 1, AV Player, DVD, Game Console)
Input Source - S
Video Signal Type - Composite (can not be changed)
elect Input Source for Audio/Video 2.
Can be chosen as <Video> - Audio/Video Universal
composite source, or <Camera>.
Universal Audio/Video source operation depends on
the parking brake. With parking brake not engaged
Code request will come up, see page 17 for details.
With parking brake engaged iVIC will switch
to video source.
Camera operation does not depend on the parking
brake. With Camera Input Source selected, Audio
is disabled.
If camera selected as input source iVIC provides
12V DC as the power supply for the camera (if equipped).
Audio/Video 2 Source Setup
Input Alias - Choose from the following
(Audio/Video 1, AV Player, DVD, Game Console)
Input Source - is a Component A/V Source. It can be
used for either iPod (iPod App Mode) or
as a Universal Component Audio/Video Source.
Video Signal Type - Component is standard
Audio/Video 1 Source Setup
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ATTENTION
In order to use iPod App Mode functionality you need
to have iPod Interface cable from VAIS Technology
(Sold Separately)
A/V2 harness required for video playback
(sold separately)

Video Graphics Mode 14
With parking brake not engaged, Code request will come up, see screen below.
With parking brake engaged, iVIC will display selected video source.
About “Video Unlock” Function (operable while in motion)
In order to unlock video playback while in motion feature you need to enter Code 2486.
DRIVE SAFELY AND FOLLOW TRAFFIC RULES.
VAIS TECHNOLOGY AND/OR ITS OWNERS/EMPLOYEES/SHAREHOLDERS/SUPPLIERS
SHALL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ANY DIRECT
AND INDIRECT CONSEQUENCES THEREOF. WATCHING THIS SCREEN AND MAKING
SELECTIONS WHILE DRIVING CAN CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT, DAMAGE, OR BREAK
THE LAW.
IF YOU USE THIS PRODUCT IN YOUR VEHICLE, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE
YOUR PASSENGERS AWARE OF THE ABOVE WARNING.
IMPORTANT
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IMPORTANT PLEASE READ!
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(1) After a delay of five seconds, this product will automatically bypass the automobile
manufacturer's on-screen warnings concerning use of the onboard navigation system.
These warnings are: ”Caution, Drive safely and obey traffic rules. Watching this screen while
vehicle is in motion can lead to a serious accident. Make selections only while stopped.
Some map data may be incorrect. Read safety instructions in Navigation Manual.”
(2) PLEASE PRE-NOTIFY EVERY DRIVER OF THIS VEHICLE OF THE
CONTENT OF THE AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURER'S WARNING.
(3) IF YOU PREFER THAT THIS PRODUCT NOT ELIMINATE THE
FOREGOING WARNINGS, YOU MAY DISABLE THIS FEATURE BY
FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER'S MANUAL, OR REFER
TO INSTRUCTIONS AVAILABLE ON THE MANUFACTURER'S WEBSITE
.WWW.VAISTECH.COM
Important Please Read!
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CD-MP3 changer emulation
Control of iVIC player is done through your head unit or the steering wheel controls (explained below).
Functionality Description
Head Unit:
To switch between the unit sources you need to use “DISC” or “CD” button on the radio
(Diagram below assumes factory CD changer is present).
Steering Wheel control:
To switch between the unit and radio you need to use the “MODE” button on the steering wheel control.
(Diagram below assumes following sources are present).
CD CDC1 CD CDC1
iVIC
CDC1 CDC2 CDC1 CDC2
iVIC
OR
AM FM1 FM2 TAPE CD CD1
Select desired source by pressing the DISC button or CD-MP3 emulation button in Video Graphics mode on the head unit
or MODE on the steering wheel control.
(See diagram below)
Source Selection
iVIC iVIC
iVIC
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CD-MP3 Emulation Mode
List Of Folders (Playlists) List Of Files (List of songs in selected Playlist)
Please also see “Activate / Deactivate ‘Disc Switching Fix’ Function”
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TRACK+ TRACK-
and
Select the desired track
(Maximum number of tracks is 999 for CD-MP3 changer Emulation mode).
You can fast switch through tracks by repeatedly pressing the [TRACK+] / [TRACK-] button.
The track will change after a brief pause when you stop pressing the button.
NOTE: If a playlist only contains one track, the [TRACK+] / [TRACK-] buttons will not function.
FOLDER+ FOLDER-
and
Select the desired playlist (Maximum number of playlists is 999).
You can fast switch through playlists by repeatedly pressing the [FOLDER+] / [FOLDER-] button.
The new playlist will start after a brief pause when you stop pressing the button.
NOTE: If there are no songs in a playlist the unit will jump to the next playlist.
RPT
Activates “Repeat One” function
RAND
The RAND button activates the playlist randomizer function. All tracks in the current playlist will be placed into a new,
random order. The currently selected track will be renumbered to Track 1, and all subsequent tracks will be random
selections from the playlist. After activating the playlist randomizer, the displayed track number does not map to the
physical track number in the playlist, but rather to the new, randomized order.
NOTE: Shuffles all songs in the active playlist. iVIC player starts playing songs from your entire playlist in random order.
FOLDER RPT
Press and hold the RPT button to activate playlist repeat. This mode will cause the current playlist to start over with
the first track after the last track has been played, instead of moving on to the next playlist.
NOTE: Repeats all songs in active playlist.
SCROLL UP SCROLL DOWN
and
Fast Forward/Rewind the song
NOTE: For vehicle not equipped with [DISC+] and [DISC-] buttons, if “SCAN” function is active use
[SCROLL UP] and [SCROLL DOWN] as [DISC+] and [DISC-] to select the desired playlist (in this case [DISC+] and
[DISC-] will work as a [FOLDER+] and [FOLDER-])
DETAIL
Pressing the DETAIL button will bring up details on the current track. It will display Album Title, Track Title, and Artist.
Genre is not supported and will always be blank.
NOTE: You can switch tracks while in DETAIL view, but it will not display the current track number.
FOLDER LIST
The FOLDER button will bring up a new display that allows you to scroll through the playlists and tracks on your iVIC player.
[Folder Up] or [Folder Down] will scroll through playlists, while [File Up] or [File Down] will scroll through tracks.
If a playlist contains a large number of songs, it may take some time for the data to be transferred to the head unit.
This can cause the scroll buttons to become unresponsive during rapid scrolling, until data has been loaded from the iVIC
player.
NOTE: Some vehicles' head units do not support the Folder/File display function. In this case when you press FOLDER
you will see a blank display in the Folder and File lists.
FOLDER SCAN
Press and hold the SCAN button to go back to Video Graphics Mode
CD-MP3 Emulation Mode

FOLDER+ FOLDER-
and
Select the desired browsing category Playlist, Artist or Album ().
NOTE: If selected browsing category has playable files/songs in it, iVIC will start playing selected category. Otherwise
iVIC will look for next available category. If no category is available to be selected, iVIC will continue to play current song.
NOTE: If any functions such as “REPEAT”, “FOLDER REPEAT”, “SCAN”, “FOLDER SCAN” or “RANDOM” (if this function
does not use the same button as a “FOLDER RANDOM”) were active before you select “FOLDER RANDOM” iVIC will
remember status of all these buttons, deactivate all of them for the time when “FOLDER RANDOM” is active. After “FOLDER
RANDOM” is deactivated, all these functions will be restored automatically.
FLD. RAND +DISC+ DISC-
and
FLD. RAND + OR
NOTE: For your convenience iVIC will automatically deactivate “FOLDER RANDOM” 15 seconds after you make
selection for desired category. You can make selection for next available category during this 15 seconds and timeout
timer will be reset to new 15 seconds.
Category (Playlist, Artist, Album) Selection
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CD-MP3 Emulation Mode

Enable/Disable “Settings mode”- press the [SCAN] button 8 times (MUST BE DONE within 1-2 seconds).
You will hear a short beep.
The unit will not keep this mode in memory, after vehicle ignition is turned OFF and back ON, unit will return to normal
mode.
Settings Mode
Activate / Deactivate “Disc Switching Fix” Function
@Put your device in Settings Mode by rapidly pressing the [SCAN] button 8 times (MUST BE DONE within 1-2
seconds).
@Push the DISC RANDOM button to hear a long beep to toggle the “Disc Switching Fix” Function ON and OFF.
(For vehicles not equipped with DISC RANDOM as a physical button, push and hold the RANDOM button until you hear a
long beep to toggle the “Disc Switching Fix” Function ON and OFF.
Activate / Deactivate “I Agree” Automatic Bypass Function
@Put your device in Settings Mode by rapidly pressing the [SCAN] button 8 times (MUST BE DONE within 1-2
seconds).
@Push the DISC REPEAT button to hear a long beep to toggle the “I Agree” Automatic Bypass Function ON and OFF.
(For vehicles not equipped with DISC REPEAT as a physical button, push and hold the REPEAT button until you hear a
long beep to toggle the “I Agree” Automatic Bypass Function ON and OFF.
IMPORTANT
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(1) After a delay of five seconds, this product will automatically bypass the automobile
manufacturer's on-screen warnings concerning use of the onboard navigation system.
These warnings are: ”Caution, Drive safely and obey traffic rules. Watching this screen while
vehicle is in motion can lead to a serious accident. Make selections only while stopped. Some
map data may be incorrect. Read safety instructions in Navigation Manual.”
(2) PLEASE PRE-NOTIFY EVERY DRIVER OF THIS VEHICLE OF THE
CONTENT OF THE AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURER'S WARNING.
(3) IF YOU PREFER THAT THIS PRODUCT NOT ELIMINATE THE FOREGOING
WARNINGS, YOU MAY DISABLE THIS FEATURE BY FOLLOWING THE
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER'S MANUAL, OR REFER TO INSTRUCTIONS
AVAILABLE ON THE MANUFACTURER'S WEBSITE .WWW.VAISTECH.COM
Important Please Read!
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“Disc switching Fix” has been designed to avoid a Radio malfunctioning in some vehicles while navigating through disc
selection. iVIC comes with this feature activated by default, and it can causes screen to go black for 0.5 sec -1.5 sec in
between disc selection. It doesn't have to be ON for all vehicles. Users are welcome to turn this feature OFF to determine
whether or not it actually needs to be ON or OFF for their vehicles.
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CD-MP3 Emulation Mode

MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) is a digital audio encoding format using a form of lossy data compression.
“MPEG Layer 3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.”
“Supply of this product only conveys a license for private, non-commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply
any right to use this product in any commercial (i.e. revenue-generating) real time broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable
and/or any other media), broadcasting/streaming via internet, intranets and/or other networks or in other electronic content
distribution systems, such as pay-audio or audio-on-demand applications. An independent license for such use is required.
For details,please visit http://www.mp3licensing.com.”
General Requirments
The iVIC Audio Player supports playback of MP3,WAV, FLAC (some limitation apply) files from a USB Mass Storage Device.
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What is MP3?
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MP3
! Bit rate: 8 kbps to 320 kbps
! Sampling frequency: 16 kHz to 48 kHz
! Compatible ID3 tag version: 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 (ID3 tag Version 2.x is given priority over Version 1.x.)
! M3u playlist: Supported
! MP3 PRO: Not supported
WAV
!Compatible format: Linear PCM (LPCM)
!Quantization bits: 8, 16, 24 and 32 (LPCM)
!Sampling frequency: 16 kHz to 48 kHz (LPCM)
FLAC
Subset with max 2 channels and max block size 4608, up to 24-bit per sample
Up to 96 kHz sample rate (8kHz, 16kHz, 22.05kHz, 24kHz, 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)
Audio Format Compatibility
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!This unit can playback files in USB memory and USB Portable Audio Players that support the USB Mass Storage
Class (MSC) protocol.
!You cannot connect a USB memory or USB Portable Audio Player to this unit via a USB hub.
!Partitioned USB memory is compatible with this unit.(Can not be managed by Windows XP and Windows Vista).
!Depending on the kind of USB memory or USB Portable Audio Player, this unit may not recognize the USB memory or
USB Audio Player and/or audio files may not be played back properly.
!USB memory devices with security functions can not be played (for example Flash drive with Hardware encryption).
!USB memory or USB Audio Player may not function correctly at high or low temperature.
!Do not leave the USB memory or USB Audio Player in direct sunlight for extended amounts of time. It can result in
USB memory or USB Audio Player malfunction.
!USB memory or USB Audio Player may take time to playback. Depending on amount of files and specific file location in
the memory, it may take considerable time before the file is played back.
!Never remove USB memory or USB Audio Player device while playback or file transfers are in progress, to prevent
possible damage to its memory (see “How to eject a USB device”).
!Never insert/remove USB memory or USB Audio Player while vehicle is in motion for safety.
!USB memory or USB Portable Audio Player must be formatted as FAT16 or FAT32 (most Flash Drives come formatted
in FAT32 and do not need additional re-formatting).
!Unit can playback up to 999 playlists and up to 999 files in each playlist (per partition). Large amount of playlists and
files can result in slow navigation and playback.
!For USB memory or USB Portable Audio Player iVIC player supports MPEG-1 Layer 1 (file extension .MP1), MPEG-1
Layer 2 (file extension .MP2) and the MPEG-2 audio extension to Lower Sampling Frequencies.
!File extensions must be used properly (non-audio data will not be recognized). Playback of non-audio data may
generate a noise that can cause damage of amplifier and/or speakers.
!You must maintain “Free Space” on USB memory or USB Portable Audio Player necessary for unit operation
(approximately 1% of partition capacity).
!Touching the connector terminals may transmit static electricity to the inner circuits of unit or USB memory/USB
Portable Audio Player and may lead to malfunctions. Use precautions to prevent damage to the system by
electrostatic discharge (ESD).
!If iPod connected to iVIC player, supports USB Audio, iVIC player will switch to dedicated iPod control mode.
USB Memory/Portable Audio Player Handling
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- iVIC can playback up to 999 playlists in CD-MP3 emulation mode and up to 99 playlist in CD changer or MD changer emulation mode.

IMPORTANT
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(1) After a delay of five seconds, this product will automatically bypass the automobile manufacturer's
on-screen warnings concerning use of the onboard navigation system.
These warnings are: ”Caution, Drive safely and obey traffic rules. Watching this screen while vehicle is
in motion can lead to a serious accident. Make selections only while stopped. Some map data may be
incorrect. Read safety instructions in Navigation Manual.”
(2) PLEASE PRE-NOTIFY EVERY DRIVER OF THIS VEHICLE OF THE CONTENT OF
THE AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURER'S WARNING.
(3) IF YOU PREFER THAT THIS PRODUCT NOT ELIMINATE THE FOREGOING
WARNINGS, YOU MAY DISABLE THIS FEATURE BY FOLLOWING THE
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER'S MANUAL, OR REFER TO INSTRUCTIONS
AVAILABLE ON THE MANUFACTURER'S WEBSITE .WWW.VAISTECH.COM
Important Please Read!
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!To prevent the accidental loss of data, we are strongly recommend always backing up important data on your
computer.
!VAIS Technology accepts no responsibility for any loss of data on USB memory/USB Portable Audio Player
even if data is lost while using this unit.
!This unit does not support connections to a computer.
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General Requirments