Connects2 ABMIPOD010 User manual

iPod Interface for BMW

ABMIPOD010

Copyrights and Trademarks

iPod is a trademark of Apple,Inc

Table of contents

Icon Iegends

Turn jog dial

Turn jog dial repeatedly

Press button

Press button repeatedly

scroll

Copyrights and trademarks

Icon legends

Warning and safety

Integration kit contents

Supported ipod models

DIP switch setting

Installation

DSP installation

IPOD audio source

Text display settings

iPod hierarchy

Charging

Operating the interface

Browsing function

Auxiliary audio source

Troubleshooting

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ABMIPOD010

Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding. Failure to follow instructions may result in improper operation or injury.

Warning and safety!

-Do not open,disassemble or alter the interface in anyway.

-Do not insert anything into the casing.

-Do not cut or try to alter cables in any way and always use the correct connections.

-Only operate unit when stationary or ask passengers to operate it for you.

-Do not allow the Apple iPod to distract you from driving.

-Exercise good judgement and keep your eyes on the road at all times.

-Do not expose unit to extreme temperatures,humidity or shock.

-Keep the unit and iPod away from fluids.

-Keep away from children!-Interface components may contain small parts,can be broken or disassembled and

components may become loose from vibration and heat.Small components and packaging materials may be a chocking

hazard when handled by children.

1: Vehicle specific interface unit

2: Vehicle specific Harness

3: iPod docking cable

4: User manual

Integration Kit contents

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BMW Specific

Harness 40pin cable

ABMIPOD010

FW:3.1.1 FW:1.2.1 FW:1.0.3

FW:1.2.1 FW:1.4.1 FW:1.0.3

FW:1.3.1 FW:1.1.3 FW:3.0.0

iPod

4th generation color display

20GB 30GB 40GB 60GB

ipod mini

4GB 6GB

ipod nano

2nd generation(aluminum)

2GB 4GB 8GB

ipod classic

80GB 160GB

ipod nano

3th generation(video)

4GB 8GB

ipod touch

8GB 16GB 32GB

ipod

4th generation

20GB 40GB

ipod

5th generation(video)

30GB 60GB 80GB

ipod nano

1st generation

1GB 2GB 4GB

Supported ipod models and firmware version requirements

For the latest fireware versions and models not listed, please contact your authorized dealer

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The configuration switches located on the module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer.

Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the interface not to work properly or not to operate at all. Disconnect

the vehicle harness from module and cycle ignition off for 50 seconds after changing the switches!

Dip switches

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OFF

1 2

ON/OFF Switch Posi tions

Charmlink Module

IPod Config

Switch

1 2 3 4

Car Config

Switch

ABMIPOD010

Dip switch settings

Selected emulation

Dip switch3

OFF

Dip switch 4

Ipod configuration switches

Advance mode

OFF

Selected emulation

Dip switch3

OFF

Dip switch4

OFF

Dip switch3Dip switch4

Car configuration switches

CD changer 1 CD changer 2

ON OFF

Default

OFF

Default

Recommended for late model

Business CD and Navigation

Radio systems.

This setting is to be used on early

model Business CD and Business

Cassette head units.

It is best selected when text display is supported by the radio. After

connecting the ipod you will see the BMW logo on the screen. After

the initialization the ipod will be locked for an increased interface

functionality

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1: pull vehicle into service bay.

2: Open trunk and access trunk area.

3: Disconnect both battery terminals. These cables must be disconnected during installation to ensure proper

initialization of the charmlink module when it is connected.

4: CD changer cable will be on left hand side on most model (in trunk).

Some models are different:

X3 CD Changer cable is located underneath carpeting under the center console.

Z4 CD changer interface is located between seats, underneath subwoofer.

Mini cooper/Cooper S CD Changer interface is located on right hand side of vehicle(trunk area)

If you car model don't have pre-wired CD changer cable in trunk, please use BMW Specific harness 17 pin and

40 pin cable

5 Remove carpet and side cover to gain access to CD Changer BUS harness. If CD Changer is present, it will

need to be disconnected and/or removed．

Inst al lation

Installation should only be performe d by a qualified professional. Bewa re of sharp edges to avoid injury and exercise caution

when remo ving trims as they ma y break. The mo dule should be placed at an accessible location to allow AUX cable to be

connected, such as in the glove box, the center consoles, under the front seat or in the trunk.

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Duri ng insta llati on，make su re th at the 3 pin connector fro m the vehicle does not have a

brown wire in the middle．The 3 pin Connector of the phone pre-wirin g is identic al looking to

the 3 pin connector of th e CD changer pre -wiri ng!Do not use th e 3pin connector that has a

bro wn wire in the middle,b ut locate th e one th at has th e bro wn wire on th e sid e!l ncorre ct

connecti on will result in perm anent damage to the unit and will not be covered by warra nty!

Some vehicles will have the CD Changer wiring in a protective sheath which may make it

more difficult to locate．

6 Locate both the 3-pin&6-pin connectors in the trun If the CD Changer is present，disconnect the cables

and set aside.If no CD Changer is present,the cables will be bundled and tucked away in the rear trunk area．

7 Connect both 3-pin and 6-pin cables to the BMW specific harness．

3-pinand 6-pin BMW cables Vehicle specific harness

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