Russound MP3 Docking Station BGD1 User Guide

BGD1 iBridge Dock  
Instruction Manual  
 
Product Information  
The BGD1 also enables program information to  
display on the RNET system’s keypads and touch-  
screens. They show playlist, genre, artist, album,  
and song title information from the iPod.  
Product Overview  
The BGD1 iBridge Dock allows you to use an iPod  
as a remote source for a Russound RNET® or other  
multiroom system. Used with a Russound RNET A/V  
Decoder, it provides either RNET or infrared (IR) con-  
trol of the iPod, depending on the type of system.  
When used with a non-RNET system, the BGD1 only  
conveys IR commands from the system to the iPod.  
No program information feeds back to the system.  
With a Russound RNET system, the BGD1 treats the  
iPod as a fully functional RNET smart source. It  
gives the system’s keypads, touchscreens, and  
remotes full control of the iPod: Play, Pause, Next  
Song, Previous Song, Playlist Up, and Playlist Down.  
The UNO-TS2 touchscreen adds the ability to select  
music by playlist, genre, artist, album, and song.  
The BGD1 supports most iPod models. It connects  
via a single CAT-5 cable to an RNET A/V Decoder at  
the system controller.  
In addition, the BGD1 iBridge Dock provides power  
to the iPod to keep it charged while docked and  
connected to the system.  
Front and Rear Views  
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CONNECTOR WELL – Accepts most  
iPod models with supplied adapters  
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SOURCE/FUNCTION SELECTOR – 8-  
position switch for selecting source  
input or function  
OS UPDATE PORT – 4-pole  
connector for updating device  
firmware with programming cable,  
Russound part number 2500-  
521065  
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RNET A/V PORT – RJ-45 connector  
for RNET A/V Decoder  
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5
POWER JACK – Connector for  
included 12 VDC 1 A power adapter  
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The source/function selector allows using multiple units on one RNET system by assigning each a unique  
ID. It also supports a simple IR mode for non-RNET systems and a PRGM mode for firmware updates.  
 
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Typical Applications  
Connection to RNET system  
Connection for IR control  
Multi-Zone Controller CAS44  
Power Supply  
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Installation  
Connections  
Setup for RNET Control  
Note: The BGD1 iBridge Dock requires the use of  
an RAVD1 RNET A/V Decoder at the audio system,  
regardless of which system is used.  
1. Connect Decoder to RNET system. With the  
audio system turned off, use an RJ-45 patch cable  
to connect from either RNET Link jack on the De-  
coder to an RNET Link jack on the system or an  
RNET source component. Use an RCA patch cable  
to connect from the Decoder’s audio outputs to a  
source audio input on the RNET system controller.  
1. Locate devices. Place the iBridge Dock where  
the iPod will be located. Place the RNET A/V  
Decoder with the audio system controller.  
2. Run cable. Install CAT-5 or CAT-5e cable  
between the Dock and Decoder locations, up to  
300 feet (90 m). If desired, use modular wall plates  
and RJ-45 patch cables for a neater appearance.  
Note: The Decoder’s video output does not function  
in RNET mode.  
2. Select Dock source input. Set the source/  
function selector switch on the Dock to the number  
of the source input the Decoder is connected to on  
the RNET system.  
3. Connect iBridge Dock. Crimp an RJ-45 con-  
nector on the source end of the CAT-5 cable, fol-  
lowing the T568A standard as shown. Plug the con-  
nector into the RNET A/V jack on the Dock. (If  
using a wall plate, punch down the CAT-5 per the  
T568A standard and use a straight-through patch  
cable between the Dock and the wall plate.)  
3. Power Dock and Decoder. Plug the power  
adapters into AC power receptacles and connect  
their output leads to the device power jacks.  
4. Dock iPod. Put the iPod in the Dock with the  
appropriate iPod adapter.  
4. Connect RNET A/V Decoder. Crimp an RJ-45  
connector on the system end of the CAT-5 cable,  
following the T568A standard as shown. Plug the  
connector into the RNET A/V jack on the Decoder.  
(If using a wall plate, punch down the CAT-5 per the  
T568A standard and use a straight-through patch  
cable between the Decoder and the wall plate.)  
5. Turn on audio system. Power up the audio  
system and select the source input you’re using for  
the iPod. As long as the iPod is playing, you should  
hear it through the audio system.  
6. Program RNET system. Follow the RNET sys-  
tem’s programming instructions to configure the  
iPod source as a peripheral device. If the system  
includes UNO-TS2 touchscreens, also use the  
Screen Setup feature in the UNO-TS2 Options menu  
to configure the iPod as an “iPod (iBridge)” source  
type to assign the correct screen template.  
RJ-45 Using T568A  
Wiring Standard  
 
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Installation  
Setup for IR Control  
Firmware Update  
1. Connect Decoder to audio system. With the  
audio system turned off, use an RCA patch cable  
to connect from the Decoder’s outputs to a source  
input on the audio system. Use an IR link cable or  
mono patch cable with 18-inch (3.5 mm) TS connec-  
tors to connect from the system’s IR output to the  
Decoder’s IR input.  
From time to time Russound may offer updated  
firmware for the BGD1 iBridge Dock. You can  
download updated firmware from the Document  
1. Disconnect power. Unplug the power adapter  
from the Dock.  
2. Select program function. Set the source/  
2. Select IR function. Set the source/function  
selector switch on the Dock to IR for infrared con-  
trol of the iPod.  
function selector switch on the Dock to PRGM.  
3. Reconnect power. Plug the power adapter into  
the Dock’s power jack.  
3. Power Dock and Decoder. Plug the power  
adapters into AC power receptacles and connect  
their output leads to the device power jacks.  
4. Connect programming cable. Remove the  
rubber plug from the OS update port on the Dock.  
Connect an Advanced Programming Cable,  
Russound part number 2500-521065, between the  
OS update port and a serial port on a Windows-  
based personal computer.  
4. Dock iPod. Put the iPod in the Dock with the  
appropriate iPod adapter.  
5. Turn on audio system. Power up the audio  
system and select the source input you’re using for  
the iPod. As long as the iPod is playing, you should  
hear it through the audio system.  
5. Run update program. Run the update soft-  
ware on the computer to load the firmware into the  
Dock.  
6. Program audio system. Configure the audio  
system for IR control of the iPod.  
6. Disconnect power. Unplug the power adapter  
from the Dock.  
7. Restore source selection. Return the  
source/function selector switch on the Dock to the  
previous source setting.  
8. Reconnect power. Plug the power adapter into  
the Dock’s power jack.  
 
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Operation  
the display, or select the next or previous song  
UNO-TS2 Touchscreen Control  
with the > or < key. You can also press the Shuffle  
soft key to toggle through the iPod’s three shuffle  
mode options. Pressing the Music soft key calls up  
the following music request screen:  
An UNO-TS2 touchscreen with an RNET system  
provides the most complete control and feedback  
option for the iPod. The touchscreen allows naviga-  
tion through the iPod’s menus to select music by  
playlist, genre, artist, album, and song. It also dis-  
plays current selections. Note: UNO-TS2 screen  
version 2.00.01 is required for use with iBridge.  
The touchscreen controls and displays information  
from the iPod the same way it does for a music  
stream on Russound’s SMS3 Smart Media Server.  
When set up with the “iPod (iBridge)” source tem-  
plate (see touchscreen installation instructions), the  
UNO-TS2 displays the following main screen upon  
selecting the iPod source:  
From this screen you can access any of the five  
categories to make music selections.  
UNO-S2 Keypad Control  
The UNO-S2 keypad also provides convenient con-  
trol of the iPod through an RNET system. After  
selecting the iPod source, you can press the + and  
keys to select playlists and use the >| and |<  
keys to select songs. Pressing the Play key  
accesses NOW PLAYING, where you can use the >|  
and |< keys to cycle through artist, album, and  
song title. Pressing Play again accesses SHUFFLE  
MODE, where you can select random play of songs  
or albums or no random play (off).  
Whenever the name of the iPod appears in the  
Current Playlist field, the iPod is in All Songs mode.  
From this screen you can select a specific playlist  
by pressing the hard + and keys to the right of  
 
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Supported iPod Models  
Specifications  
• iPod mini 4GB 6GB  
• iPod 20GB  
• iPod 40GB  
• iPod with color 20GB 30GB Adapter #6  
• iPod with color 40GB 60GB Adapter #7  
• iPod nano (adapter included with iPod)  
• iPod with video (adapter included with iPod)  
Adapter #3  
Adapter #4  
Adapter #5  
Switch: 8-position source/function selector  
RNET A/V connector: 8-pole modular RJ-45 jack  
OS Update Port connector: 4-pole jack for Programming Cable,  
Russound part #2500-521065  
Power requirement: 12 VDC 1 A (adapter included)  
Dimensions: 4.72” W x 1.0” H x 2.5” D  
(12.0 x 2.5 x 6.4 cm)  
Weight: 5.4 oz (153 g)  
Warranty  
The Russound BGD1 iBridge Dock is fully guaranteed against all defects in materials and workmanship for two (2) years from the date  
of purchase. During this period, Russound will replace any defective parts and correct any defect in workmanship without charge for  
either parts or labor. For this warranty to apply, the unit must be installed and used according to its written instructions. If service is nec-  
essary, it must be performed by Russound. The unit must be returned to Russound at the owner's expense and with prior written per-  
mission. Accidental damage and shipping damage are not considered defects, nor is damage resulting from abuse or from servicing by  
an agency or person not specifically authorized in writing by Russound.  
This warranty does not cover: damage caused by abuse, accident, misuse, negligence, or improper installation or operation; power  
surges and lightning strikes; normal wear and maintenance; products that have been altered or modified; any product whose identifying  
number, decal, serial number, etc. has been altered, defaced or removed.  
Russound sells products only through authorized dealers and distributors to ensure that customers obtain proper support and service.  
Any Russound product purchased from an unauthorized dealer or other source, including retailers, mail order sellers and online sellers  
will not be honored or serviced under existing Russound warranty policy. Any sale of products by an unauthorized source or other man-  
ner not authorized by Russound shall void the warranty on the applicable product.  
Damage to or destruction of components due to application of excessive power voids the warranty on those parts. In these cases, repairs  
will be made on the basis or the retail value of the parts and labor. To return for repairs, the unit must be shipped to Russound at the  
owner's expense, along with a note explaining the nature of service required. Be sure to pack the unit in a corrugated container with at  
least three (3) inches of resilient material to protect the unit from damage in transit. Before returning a unit for repair, call Russound at  
603.659.5170 for a return authorization number. Write this number on the shipping label and ship to: Russound, 5 Forbes Road,  
Newmarket, NH 03857.  
iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the US and other countries.  
5 Forbes Road, Newmarket NH 03857 USA  
Tel 603.659.5170 • Fax 603.659.5388  
Copyright © 2006 Russound. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject  
to change without notice. Russound is not responsible for typographical errors or omissions.  
28-1224 04/06/06  
 

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