INSTALLATION

AND USER MANUAL

FOR

GATEWAY PRO BT
1. INTRODUCTION Apple devices
► All Apple devices with 30-pin connector through optional 30-pin
The Dension Gateway Pro BT lets you connect your iPod or USB storage iPod Dock cable
(stick, hard drive or mass storage capable mp3 player) to your original ► All Apple devices with Lighting connector through the USB port
car radio, providing music playback, menu based control and charging. or with LIA1GW0 adapter
The device offers Bluetooth connectivity for music streaming (via A2DP)
and hands free feature via the original buttons and screens of your
vehicle. The Gateway Pro BT is the perfect integration for cars with
factory head unit. 3. GETTING STARTED
Make sure that the vehicle compatibility is correct: The Gateway Pro BT
Package contents is available in specific versions for different vehicle types, therefore the
► Gateway Pro BT device exact operation and installation may differ in each case.
► Car side harness (PC1)
Before you start
► Microphone
Make sure the ignition key is removed from the car, the radio is switched
► Zip ties off and you have the security code of the head unit (radio) ready
(if applicable).

2. SUPPORTED AUDIO DEVICES Please note: In case of Peugeot it is necessary to remove the factory
USB option completely from the car system. Please make sure that all
of the connectors of the CD changer are disconnected.
USB
Removing the head unit
► USB stick and external hard drive with one partition
First, carefully remove your
► File system: FAT32
vehicle’s existing factory
► Storage capacity: up to 320 GB music content head unit as per the factory
► Music format: MP3, WAV and WMA (except for DRM protected, instructions and by using the
WMA-lossless, WMA-Pro) correct tools.
In some cases removing the head
unit will require panel removal.
Contact your vehicle’s dealer or
installation supplier / installer
for more information.
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4. FITTING THE GATEWAY
HARNESS
Once the head unit is removed, disconnect the antenna cable (1), and then
unclip the main wiring connector from the head unit (2). iPod Dock cable or Connector port USB device Microphone
With the main radio cable removed, connect the Dension supplied cable cradle or DAB+G (optional)
connector
between the original factory cable harness and the head unit.

Connector port (optional accessory)

The Connector port allows easier access to the USB and AUX connections
of the Gateway, and provides a bypass switch and an easy reset option.
The iPod connection and charging is possible directly through the iPod
dock cable or an iPod cradle (not included).
Please fix the Connector port in a position where the user can access the
inputs, and leave sufficient room for attaching USB storage devices.

5. INSTALLATION (PART 1)
The below diagram depicts how the different modules connect to the
Gateway Pro BT.
6. INSTALLATION (PART 2)
► Connect the 18 way Micro-Fit to the car side of the Gateway Pro BT There are DIP switches on the bottom of the Gateway Pro BT. You can
module. activate / deactivate the hands free functionality with DIP switch 5. Change
the default settings only if you want to use the factory fitted phone options.
► Connect the round iPod connector (optional) and Connector port
(optional) to the module and feed them through the dashboard to For example: If you want to use the factory phone option instead of the
an appropriate location. Pro BT, set DIP switch 5 ON and change the 4-pin molex (phone audio)
position as it can be seen below (as it can be seen on the picture next page).
The other DIP switches between 1 - 4 are non-functional.
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 ► Please do not mount the module near heat or damp surfaces.
► Refit is the reversal of the removal process for your specific vehicle,
as per your manufacturer’s instructions.

8. ENABLING
In case of Peugeot enabling certain head unit options is necessary.
This enabling process is done by the Gateway device, the first time
Please note: You have to remove the factory phone module (if available) it connects to the car.
to be able to access to the Gateway’s phone option. If you experience that you cannot reach the new sources on the display,
then please turn the 4th DIP switch of the Gateway ON and start the car.
Fitting the microphone The moment you started the car, an “Initialization is in progress” message
should appear on the car display.
The microphone works best when it is kept away from all noise sources
(open windows or speakers) but is located close to the driver: installing it
at the central interior light or the rear view mirror, so to the centre of the
windscreen are two options that can produce high sound quality. There 9. FIRST STEPS
is also a clip to help you mount the microphone. The optimal place for
Switch on your car radio and select ‘CD Changer’ mode by pressing the
the mic depends on several things, so it is recommended to try different
‘Source’ button on the radio.
places before finalizing the installation.
Connect your iPod or USB storage to the Gateway. It will start playing
the first song on the device. In case the Gateway was in use earlier, the
7. TESTING AND REFITTING music will continue playing from your iPod or USB from where it stopped
previously.
Before you refit the head unit, test the Gateway Pro BT with your car When switching off the radio the playback will stop and the source device
audio. Make sure all connections are correct and that you have full will go on standby.
functionality.
You can pair the Gateway Pro BT with a Bluetooth capable mobile phone
Please note: If during testing you notice any changes or inconsistencies for music streaming (requires an A2DP capable phone) or hands free (if
in the way the car’s electrical system operates, disconnect the Gateway that option is active in the Gateway). Pairing is controlled from the mobile
product immediately and consult your dealer. phone, the same way as connecting to other Bluetooth accessories.
When you are done testing everything, refit your head unit. The pin code to the Gateway Pro BT is 0000.
► Do not trap the cables or leave them in a position where they may
become trapped after refitting the head unit. We supply cable ties
to mount the Gateway Pro BT module.

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Accessing the menu 1. Default screen: Only track numbers (Track 1,2..etc.), elapsed time
and the default car and date information appear on the screen.
The menu of the Gateway Pro BT is displayed on the main screen of the car. You can enter this view if you select ‘Disc 1’.
The music playback and settings are controlled from the radio, but it is
also possible to select the next (>>) or the previous track (<< ) from the
stalk controller.
Next
2. Gateway screen: You can see full ID3 tag information including
Title, Author, Album name (if the file’s song info is properly filled)
You can enter this view if you select ‘Disc 5’.

Previous
MEMO – Menu Control

10. OPERATION Selecting the music source

You can enter the Gateway Pro BT main menu by pressing ‘Disc 6’ on the
radio or by rolling the ‘MEMO’ wheel down on the stalk controller. Toggling
between different menu options is possible with the next (>>)
or the previous track (<<) buttons.

You can select the music source for playback in the ‘Source’ menu. This can be:

Previous ► GW AUX*: The analogue Aux input of the Gateway. No control function
is available. AUX can be used if Connector port (EXT1CP2) or AUX cable
Next (CABL-AUX) is connected.
► Bluetooth audio: From a paired A2DP streaming capable phone.
The playback is controlled via phone or with the Next / Previous buttons
No text Text Menu of your car (phone dependent).
In order to select a menu, press and hold (for about 3 sec) the next track Please note: This feature may be disabled by default but can be enabled
(>>) button. You can get back to the previous menu level if you do the same from the ‘Settings’ menu of the Gateway device.
procedure with previous track (<<) button.
In case of Peugeot you can select between two available display types.

* additional accessory is required (CABL-AUX or EXT1CP2)

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► iPod UI: The playback is controlled via iPod. Listening and managing DAB (Optional DAB+G
► iPod GW: The playback is controlled from the Gateway device accessory is required)
(in this case the iPod controls get disabled).
After the DAB radio source is selected, you will see the ‘DAB Stations’ menu
► USB: The playback is controlled from the Gateway. in the main menu of the Gateway. Here you can find the following options:
► DAB radio**: After selecting this source you will be able to listen and ► All stations: Here you can find all the available stations based on the
manage digital radio through DAB+G. previous scan.
► Favourites: Your favourite DAB stations. By pressing and holding the
Browsing and selecting music (iPod or USB) fast forward button for 3 seconds while listening to a station, you can
You can use certain menu items to browse the content of the iPod/iPhone add it as a favourite. To remove it from the favourite list, press the fast
or USB device: rewind button. You can also select the ’Delete favourites’ option in the
► For USB devices Source, Files, Music, Album, Artist, Songs, Bookmarks ‘Favourite stations’ menu, with this method you will remove all the
and Settings make browsing and selecting music files easier. stations from the list.

► For iPod devices the following submenus will help you with browsing ► DAB scan: If you select this option the device will do a full DAB scan
and selection: Source, Music, Playlist, Artists, Albums, Songs, Genres, and then start playing the first available station (in alphabetical order).
Composers, Audiobooks, Album Play and Settings. Please note: When travelling frequently between different locations it is
recommended to rescan all the stations since the items in the previously
saved list might not be available anymore. After the scanning only the
‘All stations’ list will be refreshed. The existing favourites list remains
unchanged.
► Service following: The device has service following support so the
When an artist gets selected the ‘Play all’ menu item plays all the songs currently played station might be available even after moving from the area
from the given artist. where the station was originally broadcasted on a different frequency.
When an album is selected, the ‘Play all’ menu item starts the playback of
the album and the particular songs get listed afterwards for selection. Settings menu
The following menu items provide specific functions for music playback: Volume
► Album play: Plays the full album of the current song, typically used This menu allows you to set different volumes in the system:
when in random play mode.
► iPod, USB, AUX, Bluetooth volumes for music playback
► Random play: Random option can be accessed by pressing the ‘MENU’
► Phone and microphone volume for hands free calls
button on the radio then select Audio functions and afterwards Audio
CD preferences from the menu. Press ‘OK’ to select the random play Phonebook
or ‘ESC’ to get back to the previous menu. Here you can switch off the automatic download of the phonebook,
which is needed is case of certain phone models.
** DAB+G is required in addition (DBG1GEN)
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Paired phone Mode selection Previous menu
Previously paired phone names (ID) will be listed here, but only the last
four. You can perform pairing from this menu too by selecting the phone Up
from the list.
Menu
Hotkeys selection
You can assign the CD selector buttons (between 2-5) to the desired folder Down
e.g. album, song or menu position. To do so, please follow the below steps:
► Select the ‘Set CD’ option in the ‘Hotkey’ menu. In the menu, you will see the following menu items:

► Navigate to the desired menu or music item you want to set as hotkey. ► Phonebook: You can select a phone number from your address book
to initiate a call. Contacts are shown in alphabetical groups, followed
► Press and hold for 3 seconds any of the buttons from CD2-CD5 you want by all contacts in alphabetical order.
to assign as hotkey. You will see the ‘Stored’ message on your display.
► Received / Missed / Dialled calls: Provides access to the respective
Bluetooth audio call logs.
In case you want to play music via A2DP from your mobile phone, turn the ► Disconnect: Disconnects the paired phone.
Bluetooth audio option on.
Please note: For consistency reasons the Gateway Pro BT does not store
Please note: After changing the setting options you need to turn the the phone numbers, therefore your phone resynchronizes all the time
Gateway off completely in order to load the system with the new settings. when it connects to the Gateway. Synchronization is possible up to 1000
There are two main screens that can be shown on the central display phone numbers (entries with multiple phone numbers synchronize as
(cluster): the audio and the phone screens. Selecting these screens is multiple entries).
possible with the ‘Menu’ button on the steering wheel (if available).
The music playback and settings are controlled from the steering wheel
Receiving and making phone calls
or stalk control, but it is also possible to select the next or the previous When receiving an incoming call, the caller number (if provided) or the
track from radio. The phone menu can be controlled also from the corresponding contact name in your phonebook is displayed. You can
steering wheel or stalk control answer the call by pressing the ‘OK’ button on the radio.
In this moment the music or radio gets muted and the audio of the call
is directed to the speakers.
11. USING THE PHONE MENU
First go to the default screen, then find the phone function on the display
by pressing the ‘MODE’ button, then press the ‘OK’ button on the radio
twice to get into the phone menu. Toggling between different options is
possible with the up (p) and down (q) navigation buttons. To enter the
menu option, press ‘OK’. In order to get back, press ‘ESC’.
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 13. WARRANTY
You can reject an incoming call by selecting ’No’ and then press the ‘OK’
button.

Dension devices carry a one-year limited warranty that protects you

from defects in material and workmanship of products sold by Dension
or its authorized distributors and retailers. Dension does not warrant
any installation work or assume liability for any damage caused by
To initiate a call, please select the phone number or contact from the negligence, improper installation or operation. For warranty claims,
Phonebook or call logs in the Phone menu and press the ‘OK’ button. proof of purchase is required.
You can hang up an ongoing call if you press the ‘OK’ button and select
the ‘Hang up’ and press ‘OK’.
14. UPDATE AND SUPPORT
If you need further assistance in using your Dension product, please
contact your local supplier or visit our website www.dension.com
For technical support please contact us through the listed possibilities
on www.dension.com/automotive/support

12. DISCLAIMER Please also check the download section for the latest firmware version
and product documentation, as these may provide additional features
All photos / illustrations are for representative purposes only and may or easier product usage.
differ visually from the equipment in your vehicle. If your Dension product
begins to behave in an unpredictable way, please immediately disconnect
it physically and have it checked by a qualified electronics technician.
Dension and its authorized distributors, as well as retailers are not liable
for any incidental, consequential or indirect damages or loss and do not
assume liability for any diagnostic fees. Using handheld devices while
driving may be subject to government legislations. Please make sure that
using a Dension device is in line with the applicable traffic laws.
Dension does not assume liability for events resulting from any illegal
or irresponsible usage of these handheld devices.
Dension reserves the right to modify its products or specifications
without prior notice.

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