Firmware Version 2.05 has been released if you need it.

http://support.dension.com/support-c...root=12&id=110

 

Eric, does mine have to be updated, bought it last month. If so, how?

 

If you go to the link provided by Eric, it'll explain how to update yours. I typically find those updates to be really useful. I hear that the latest will actually allow me to use the CD changer!

 

Yes, update is good.

Read the link.

 

I did the update, but now it's acting a bit funny, should I try and re-do it or wait it out?

 

Can you clarify what you mean by "acting funny" because I haven't done mine yet.

 

Re-flash, then reset.

 

Well I did it in the prescribed technique, but it went into an auxilliary screen, no cd's, no songs etc. then I stopped and restarted it and all the songlist/playlist were there, thought it was ok. This am, same ****. Maybe I didn't complete the download?

 

Eric, you mean re-download from the site, or just try my flashloader again? Sorry computer challenged a bit.

 

re-download and do it again.

 

What updates should we see??

 

READ THE POST and hit the link! All details are there.

from the download:

v. 2.05
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Modifications:
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- Gateway 500 MOST from HW version V3R2 is compatible with Volvo XC90
- With V3R2 hardware GW 500 can retain the CDC in ALL the supported cars. The installation method has changed.
Download the NEW Install Guide from: http://www.dension.com/download_icelink.htm

Bug fixes:
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- Browser: Text display during quick browsing was not correct. Fixed.
- Mercedes Audio20: To turn random on was not possible. Fixed.

Known limitations:
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- On Audis, when switching from GW to CDC or FM the track position is not kept.
- In BMW E87/E90/E91 with Professional HU the browser handles a limited number of subdirectories only. Firmware
update of BMW system is recommended
- Aux source is selected after the installation either iPod or USB device is connected.

Known Bugs:
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- After iPod is disconnected then reconnected again, repeat and random settings are not kept.

Tech. Info:
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- Only GW51MO2 product supports Volvo XC 90, and gives the possibility of CDC retention in the whole supported
range!

 

Just got V2.05 installed so now my I-Pod interface works. My installer brought a switch out front from under the dash that lets me use the CDC. To do this I have to turn off the car, let it sit for a few minutes, flip the switch, and start the car. That's great. Now all I need is some sort of instruction manual on how to make the I-Pod interface to work. My installer said "play with it" (I think he meant the PCM). Well, it looks like I have two choices. 1. sit in the garage and fiddle with it while the battery runs down, or 2. fiddle with it while driving and hope I don't plow into something.

Is there an I-Pod manual for Dummies and Idiots? I'm extremely technically challenged. Like, I'm still having trouble dealing with the ignition key being on the left instead of the right hand side of the steering column.

 

Eric - You talk to the Dension guys, right?

Any chance you can ask if they can start showing the Artist name/Album title in the "Disc Name" field instead of your iPod's name? I know what my iPod's name is, and it doesnt change all that often, and sometimes I hear a song and go "who was this by again?" or "What album was this from?"

Thanks

 

Great idea!