INSTALLATION DIFFICULTY: 3/5
Intermediate Difficulty - Most People Can Do This With Common Household Tools
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The #1 iPod integration kit on the market just got even better. If you have an iPod and enjoy music in the car - you MUST have this kit.
Connect your iPod to your car's factory sound system and hear what an iPod should sound like in the car, with some fantastic functionality. CD-quality sound and steering wheel controls without any need for messy adapters or FM transmitters. The DICE SILVERLINE iPod integration kit keeps your iPod integrated, charged and ready for use in or out of your car. The kit will also display information from your iPod on your car's Radio/Navigation display, allowing you to view Artist, Song Title and Album name while your hands are safe on the steering wheel or shifter.
A neat and OEM-looking installation is made simple with the iPod docking cable, which is included, allowing flawless connectivity for all iPods with a dock connector - including all iPhone and iPod touch models.
The DICE SILVERLINE iPod integration kit connects directly to the factory cd changer or radio connector (depending on your car's configuration). The DICE SILVERLINE unit sends information between the iPod and head unit through an included cable, as if it were an original accessory from your car's manufacturer.
New features of DICE Electronics' SILVERLINE iPod Integration system include:
- Directly integrated connection, without any need for FM transmitters or cassette adapters
- Complete Text Display of titles, artists, and albums (for CD43 users only)
- Complete control of your iPod via the radio and steering wheel buttons
- Ability to browse by Song
- Ability to browse by Playlist
- Ability to browse by Albums
- Source Selector w/ Integrated auxiliary input
- Easy Album Selection
- Charging mode for iPods through supplied dock connector
Compatible with the iPod models shown in the photos above.
If your vehicle has DSP (digital signal processing) you will require an adaptor to fit this kit into your vehicle. If you have Navigation, you have DSP. If not, you can tell if you have a DSP button.
Please note that this product is only compatible with 1998+ vehicle models.
DICE MediaBridge Multimedia Hub for BMW
MediaBridge for BMW - Key Features:
Connect your iPod, USB stick, SIRIUS, Satellite radio, Auxiliary device, or Bluetooth component.
This kit is LOADED with features:
* Balanced Audio Output
* Digital USB Audio provides high quality
* User Downloadable Firmware Updates
* Integrated Controls are easy to use
* Text Display (for most models)
* iPod-inspired Media Browsing for iPod or USB Flash Drive
* Charges your iPod or iPhone
* AUX Input allows you to hook up just about anything!
* SIRIUS Satellite Radio Connectivity
MediaBridge enables Bluetooth hands-free phone calling AND music streaming, as well as a direct connection for an iPod or iPhone, USB media, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, and any audio sources like CD/DVD players/MP3 players. MediaBridge is offered in two versions; the 1500 series with Bluetooth and HF microphone, and the 1000 series without Bluetooth.
The MediaBridge product is "Made for iPod" (MFi) and "Works with iPhone" (WWi) compliant, charges iPod/iPhone (5V) and is end-user firmware upgradeable as features are added.
iPod/iPhone Use Made Easy
* Operates right through your BMW's factory radio
* No special cables required, uses existing iPod USB docking cable (not included)
* Navigate the iPod/iPhone using the radio and/or steering wheel controls and an easy to use interface
* Browse your music by song, playlist, album or artist
* See song title and artist information on the radio's display
* Uses a wired connection for no loss of audio quality
* All Digital audio path (USB) for a noise free experience
* Charges all iPods/iPhone while connected
* Supports unlimited Playlists
* Upgradeable via USB
USB Media Enjoyed on-the-fly
* Supports thumbdrives, card readers and simple storage devices with USB connection
* Navigate folders and songs using your radio or steering wheel controls
* Artist and song title on the radio's display
* Playback of MP3, WMA, WAV & AAC formats
* Playback of cellphones with USB connection
Sirius Satellite Radio for More Great Music
* Ready to connect to any Sirius SC-C1 device (available separately)
* Add factory Sirius satellite radio functionality to compatible BMWs
* View station, song and artist on the factory radio display
* Enjoy category selection
* Memorize favorites to radio's presets
Auxiliary Input for Unlimited Possibilities
* 3.5mm jack
* Hear audio from any device
* Adjustable levels, and gains
Bluetooth for Safer Driving (MB1500 only)
* Fully integrated hands-free cell phone kit for your BMW
* A fraction of the cost of OEM
* Hear calls through your car's speakers
* Talk back through the included microphone
* Caller ID is announced and displayed on the screen of your radio
* Stream music from A2DP capable Bluetooth devices (such as iPhone and BlackBerry)
* Artist and song are displayed on the radio and the songs can be browsed using the buttons on the car's radio
The Trunk interface harness of the DICE MediaBridge Multimedia Hub allows you to make the necessary connections at the CD Changer cables in the trunk area, and allows 15 feet of cable length to allow placement of your iPod anywhere in the vehicle you like. A clean factory looking installation is possible, allowing full connectivity for all iPods utilizing a dock connector - including the iPhone & iPod Touch. The DICE MediaBridge kit connects right to the CD changer connectors already present in your BMW.
Models Supported:
* All E36
* All E37
* All E46
* All E39
* 1999-2001 E38
* All E53
* 2004-2009 X3
* All Mini
Note: Text supported on all text-capable radios, external CD Changer must be disconnected. If your BMW is equipped with DSP amplifier then Digital DSP Adapter option is required. Sorry, discount codes may not be used to further discount this item.
