Stereo/DVD: - Denison Gateway 500 - IPOD Interface

Gurj · Nov 13th, 2007, 14:04

I've been following a thread on a couple of other forums about installation of an Denison Gateway 500 modules into an XC90.

This module is able to interface with the MOST optical network that the Volvo stereo uses and in doing so provides an IPOD, USB memory Stick (MP3,WAV) and AUX (analogue audio) input.

I've been looking for a solution that didn't requiring opening up the power up or using an FM modulator for a while.

In the last few days a number of reports have confirmed it works. One kind chap has also produced these instructions:

http://forums.swedespeed.com/zerothread?id=88544

Perhaps it's worth finding a local supplier (UK) and negotiating a group purchase as the guys over in the states have done for this box.

Gurj

richsmif · Feb 29th, 2008, 14:18

Am i reading the guide correctly, you cut the optical cable? or are simply unplugging 1 side of the cable from the connector.

What concerns me is the cutting into the current optical cables, if it was a matter of a jumper type plug, then i'd be happier. Permanently cutting into my cables scares me. Copper fine, glass, humm.

I'm hoping its just a simple plug dismantle job. Can anyone confirm this?

GSMGuy · Feb 29th, 2008, 15:02

Some pics of an actual install?

Mike

GSMGuy · Feb 29th, 2008, 15:04

Ouch £279

http://densionice.co.uk/DensionGatew...FQtDMAodUx8-YA

Mike

GSMGuy · Feb 29th, 2008, 15:07

Installation manual

http://www.dension.com/fileok/IceLin...manual_web.pdf

User manual

http://www.dension.com/fileok/IceLin...manual_web.pdf

Mike

GSMGuy · Feb 29th, 2008, 17:30

Oh and it's DENSION, not DENISON, in case you are googleing it..

Mike

GSMGuy · Mar 4th, 2008, 12:46

Has anyone actually seen one of these working???

Even at that price, I am actually interested... AS LONG as the sound quality is as good as the std 6cd in mine. I have the premium pro logic sound system, and Ipod connectivity is one thing I really miss.. Also they reckon the Dension lets you use the steering wheel controls to change tracks, and still displays track names.....

Wonder if they suppliers will do me a demo?

Mike

Gurj · Mar 4th, 2008, 22:01

I ordered one over xmas but it got recalled by the manufaturer. They said there were issues with it working with European XC90's. Have they resolved the issues ? I'm still interested in buying one but want to know it will work without issues. The installation looks a little time consuming but OK.

emptyhead · Feb 9th, 2009, 14:27

Hi all

Have recently taken charge of a 07 XC90 SE D5 Geartronic and love it to bits, apart from the poor iPod integration - aux in 3.5 mm socket only. Does anyone know if the Denison Gateway 500 is now compatible with the Volvo factory fitted stereo - my stereo has the in dash 6 cd changer.

cheers

Mick

Dave© · Feb 16th, 2009, 16:38

I have just fitted one to my 2005 XC90 with cd Changer and the sound is excellent...their website does show compatibility with models 2002 - 2006.

HOWEVER: I cannot get track information to appear on my head unit.

Nov 13th, 2007, 14:04	#1
Gurj Junior Member Last Online: Oct 22nd, 2022 15:39 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Reading	Denison Gateway 500 - IPOD Interface I've been following a thread on a couple of other forums about installation of an Denison Gateway 500 modules into an XC90. This module is able to interface with the MOST optical network that the Volvo stereo uses and in doing so provides an IPOD, USB memory Stick (MP3,WAV) and AUX (analogue audio) input. I've been looking for a solution that didn't requiring opening up the power up or using an FM modulator for a while. In the last few days a number of reports have confirmed it works. One kind chap has also produced these instructions: http://forums.swedespeed.com/zerothread?id=88544 Perhaps it's worth finding a local supplier (UK) and negotiating a group purchase as the guys over in the states have done for this box. Gurj

Feb 29th, 2008, 14:18	#2
richsmif Junior Member Last Online: Feb 10th, 2012 10:42 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sunbury-On-Thames View Photos By: richsmif	Am i reading the guide correctly, you cut the optical cable? or are simply unplugging 1 side of the cable from the connector. What concerns me is the cutting into the current optical cables, if it was a matter of a jumper type plug, then i'd be happier. Permanently cutting into my cables scares me. Copper fine, glass, humm. I'm hoping its just a simple plug dismantle job. Can anyone confirm this? __________________ 2005 S40 2.0 Diesel Sport

Feb 9th, 2009, 14:27	#9
emptyhead New Member Last Online: Aug 13th, 2013 19:52 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: london	Denison Gateway 500 - IPOD Interface Hi all Have recently taken charge of a 07 XC90 SE D5 Geartronic and love it to bits, apart from the poor iPod integration - aux in 3.5 mm socket only. Does anyone know if the Denison Gateway 500 is now compatible with the Volvo factory fitted stereo - my stereo has the in dash 6 cd changer. cheers Mick

Feb 16th, 2009, 16:38	#10
Dave© Junior Member Last Online: May 7th, 2024 20:51 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: London	I have just fitted one to my 2005 XC90 with cd Changer and the sound is excellent...their website does show compatibility with models 2002 - 2006. HOWEVER: I cannot get track information to appear on my head unit. Any one with any ideas on this?? DAVE©

Feb 29th, 2008, 15:02	#3
GSMGuy Master Member Last Online: Apr 23rd, 2024 17:43 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: St Helens Merseyside View Photos By: GSMGuy	Some pics of an actual install? Mike

Feb 29th, 2008, 15:04	#4
GSMGuy Master Member Last Online: Apr 23rd, 2024 17:43 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: St Helens Merseyside View Photos By: GSMGuy	Ouch £279 http://densionice.co.uk/DensionGatew...FQtDMAodUx8-YA Mike

Feb 29th, 2008, 15:07	#5
GSMGuy Master Member Last Online: Apr 23rd, 2024 17:43 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: St Helens Merseyside View Photos By: GSMGuy	Installation manual http://www.dension.com/fileok/IceLin...manual_web.pdf User manual http://www.dension.com/fileok/IceLin...manual_web.pdf Mike

Feb 29th, 2008, 17:30	#6
GSMGuy Master Member Last Online: Apr 23rd, 2024 17:43 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: St Helens Merseyside View Photos By: GSMGuy	Oh and it's DENSION, not DENISON, in case you are googleing it.. Mike

Mar 4th, 2008, 12:46	#7
GSMGuy Master Member Last Online: Apr 23rd, 2024 17:43 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: St Helens Merseyside View Photos By: GSMGuy	Has anyone actually seen one of these working??? Even at that price, I am actually interested... AS LONG as the sound quality is as good as the std 6cd in mine. I have the premium pro logic sound system, and Ipod connectivity is one thing I really miss.. Also they reckon the Dension lets you use the steering wheel controls to change tracks, and still displays track names..... Wonder if they suppliers will do me a demo? Mike

Mar 4th, 2008, 22:01	#8
Gurj Junior Member Last Online: Oct 22nd, 2022 15:39 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Reading	I ordered one over xmas but it got recalled by the manufaturer. They said there were issues with it working with European XC90's. Have they resolved the issues ? I'm still interested in buying one but want to know it will work without issues. The installation looks a little time consuming but OK.

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