Axxera AC216BI Instruction Manual

INSTALLATION/OWNER'S MANUAL
AM/FM/CD Receiver with Detachable Face
AC216Bi
Front and Rear Inputs
Front Input

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AC216Bi INSTALLATION
Preparation
Please read entire manual before installation.
Before You Start
•Disconnect negative battery terminal. Consult a qualified technician for instructions.
•Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperatures, such as from
direct sunlight, or where it would be subject to dust, dirt or excessive vibration.
Getting Started
• Remove trim ring from unit.
• Remove 2 transit screws located on top of the unit.
• Insert the supplied keys into the slots as shown, and slide the unit out of the mounting
sleeve.
• Install mounting sleeve into opening, bending tabs to secure.
• Connect wiring harness and antenna. Consult a qualified technician if you are unsure.
• Certain vehicles may require an installation kit and/or wiring
harness adapter (sold separately).
• Test for correct operation and slide into mounting sleeve to secure.
• Snap trim ring into place.
MOUNTING SLEEVE
INSTALLATION
MOUNTING KITS
OR DASHBOARD
HEAD UNIT
REMOV
AL KEYS
TYPICAL FRONT-LOAD DIN MOUNTING METHOD

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AC216Bi INSTALLATION
Wiring Diagram
FUSE
When replacing the
fuse, make sure new
fuse is the correct type
and amperage. Using
an incorrect fuse could
damage the radio.
The AC216Bi uses
one 10 amp AGC fuse
located beside the wiring
connector.
Antenna
Connector
10 AMP
AGC Fuse
SUBREARFRONT
L-CH
R-CH

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AC216Bi OPERATION
Control Locations
1. Release
2. Band / Go Back
3. Volume / Select
4. Power / Mute
5. USB Port
6. Eject
7. Auxiliary Input
8. Preset 6 / Folder Up
9. Preset 5 / Folder Down
10. Preset 4 / Play / Pause
11. Preset 3 / Intro
12. Preset 2 / Random
13. Preset 1 / Repeat
14. Display
15. Tune / Track Up
16. Tune / Track Down
17. Mode
18. Audio / Menu
19. Bluetooth Talk
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10
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5 6 7
14
17
123
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16
19
12
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3
5
6
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10
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16
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1. Mode
2. Volume Up
3. Power
4. Select
5. Tune / Track Up
6. Volume Down
7. Band / Go Back
8. Preset 3 / Intro
9. Preset 2 / Random
10. Preset 6 / Folder Up
11. Mute
12. Audio / Menu
13. Preset 5 / Folder Down
14. Preset 4 / Play / Pause
15. Preset 1 / Repeat
16. Bluetooth Talk
17. Tune / Track Down

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AC216Bi OPERATION
General Operation
Press or any other button to turn the unit on. Press and
hold to turn the unit off.
Press MODE to select between Tuner, Disc, Auxiliary
Input, USB, iPod, Bluetooth or Pandora modes. Modes of
operation are indicated in the display. USB, iPod, Bluetooth
and Pandora modes will only appear when connected.
The radio frequency (tuner mode) or MP3 title/track
information (USB mode) will be shown by default. Press
DISP to toggle back and forth between the default display
and clock display.
Press RESET upon initial installation or if abnormal
operation occurs. Reset button is located behind the face
plate.
Press OPEN to open the face plate, then pull away to
remove. To re-install, insert the right side of faceplate first
then push the left side in to secure.
Press DISP to display the clock, then press and hold DISP
until the time begins to flash. Press TUNE
ll
to adjust
the minutes or TUNE
nn
to adjust the hours.
Insert a 3.5mm connector in the front panel AUX port.
Connect the other end of the 3.5mm connector to the
headphone output of an audio device, MP3 player, etc.
Adjust volume using the volume knob (00-46).
While the unit is powered on, press to silence the audio.
Press again or rotate the volume knob to restore audio
volume.
Power On/Off
Mode
Display
Reset
Faceplate Removal
Setting the Clock
Auxiliary Input
Volume
Mute

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AC216Bi OPERATION
General Operation - Setup Menu
Press and hold AUDIO/MENU for more than 3 seconds to access
the setup menu. Press AUDIO/MENU momentarily to select
between the menu functions and rotate the volume knob left/right
to adjust or activate the desired function.
Setup Menu
Menu Function Options Action
Auto Station
Store AUTO STORE Press SELECT to seek and save 6 strong stations in the
current band. (Tuner mode only)
Local/Distance
Tuning
LOCAL OFF Activates distance tuning (Tuner mode only).
LOCAL ON Activates local tuning for strong station reception only (Tuner
mode only).
Tuner
Frequency
Spacing
FREQ USA Programs the unit to USA tuner spacing.
(200kHz for FM and 10kHz for AM). (Tuner mode only)
FREQ EURO Programs the unit to European tuner spacing.
(50kHz for FM and 9kHz for AM). (Tuner mode only)
Auxiliary
Input
AUX ON Enables the front panel 3.5mm auxiliary input.
AUX OFF Disables the front panel 3.5mm auxiliary input.
Beep
Confirmation
BEEP OFF Disables the confirmation beep.
BEEP ON Enables the confirmation beep.
Programmable
Turn On Volume PRO-VOL # Programs unit to always turn on at a specific volume
(default is OFF). Any volume level 1-30 can be selected.
Power on
Message
MSG OFF Disables power on message. (example: GOOD MORNING)
MSG ON Enables power on message to be displayed.
Scrolling
Option
SCROLL 15 S Programs unit to scroll information every 15 seconds (default).
SCROLL ONCE Programs unit to scroll once, then show the first 10
characters on display.
SCROLL ON Programs unit to scroll continuously.
SCROLL OFF Programs unit to show the first 10 characters on the display.
Demonstration
Mode
DEMO OFF Disables the demonstration mode.
DEMO ON Enables the demonstration message.
Bluetooth BT ON Enables Bluetooth functionality.
BT OFF Disables Bluetooth functionality.
Auto Answer
ANSWER ON Programs unit to automatically answer every incoming phone
call after 2-3 rings.
ANSWER OFF Programs unit to require the button must be pressed to
answer incoming phone calls.

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AC216Bi OPERATION
General Operation
Press the AUDIO/MENU to step through the following audio
adjutment options: Bass, Middle, Treble, Balance, Fader, EQ,
Loudness, Subwoofer and Source Level. Rotate the volume
knob left/right to adjust or activate the desired function.
Press AUDIO/MENU until BASS appears, then rotate
volume knob left/right to adjust ( -6 minimum / +6
maximum).
Press AUDIO/MENU until MIDDLE appears, then rotate
volume knob left/right to adjust ( -6 minimum / +6
maximum).
Press AUDIO/MENU until TREBLE appears, then rotate
volume knob left/right to adjust ( -6 minimum / +6
maximum).
Press AUDIO/MENU until BAL appears then rotate volume
knob left/right to adjust (BAL LEFT 12 - BAL RIGHT 12).
BAL EVEN represents equal balance
Press AUDIO/MENU until FADER appears, then rotate
volume knob left/right to adjust (FADER FRONT 12 - FADER
REAR 12). FADER EVEN represents equal fader
Press AUDIO/MENU until EQ appears, then rotate volume
knob left/right to cycle through the equalization curves:
FLAT (default), POP, JAZZ, CLASSIC, BEAT, ROCK and USER.
Any manual adjustment to the Bass or Treble settings are
automatically saved as USER.
Press AUDIO/MENU until LOUD ON or LOUD OFF appears,
then rotate the volume knob to select desired option.
Activating this feature will enhance the bass and treble
frequencies when listening to music at low volumes.
Press AUDIO/MENU until SUBWFR appears, then rotate
volume knob left/right to adjust the subwoofer level (0-12).
Press AUDIO/MENU until SUBW appears, then rotate
volume knob left/right to select on of the following subwoofer
frequencyy options: 80 Hz, 120 Hz, 160 Hz or Flat.
Press AUDIO/MENU until SRC LEVEL appears. After one
second, the current mode will appear on the display. Turn the
volume knob to adjust the audio level of the current source
(-6 minimum/+6 maximum).
Note: Only the current mode will be available for adjustment.
To adjust another mode of operation, press MODE until the
desired mode is selected, then set the source volume level
for that mode.
Audio / Menu
Bass
Middle
Treble
Balance
Fader
EQ
Loudness
Subwoofer Level
Subwoofer Frequency
Source Volume Level

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AC216Bi OPERATION
Seek Tuning
Manual Tuning
Band
Storing and Recalling
Station Presets
Automatically Store
Stations
Press TUNE
nn
or TUNE
ll
for more than one second
to seek to the next strong station.
Press TUNE
nn
or TUNE
ll
momentarily to change
radio frequency up or down one step at a time. Press and
hold to advance quickly.
Press BAND to select between FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 and
AM2 bands.
Up to 18 FM stations and 12 AM stations can be stored. To
store a station, select the desired band and station. Press
and hold the desired preset button (1-6) for more than
2 seconds. When stored, the preset number will appear in
the display. The station can be recalled anytime by pressing
the corresponding preset button.
Use AUDIO/MENU f to find auto store in the Setup Menu,
then press the volume knob to automatically store strong 6
stations in the current band.
AM/FM Tuner Operation

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AC216Bi OPERATION
Insert CD
Eject CD
Track Select
Fast Forward and
Reverse
Pause
Intro
Repeat
Random
CD-R/CD-RW
Compatibility
With the label facing up, insert a standard size CD into the
CD slot. The CD will automatically begin playback.
Press EJECT to eject the CD. The unit will change to
previous mode of operation. If the disc is not removed within
10 seconds, the unit will reload the disc. The unit does not
have to be turned on to eject CD.
Press TRACK
ll
to skip to the beginning of the next
track. Press TRACK
nn
to return to the beginning of the
current track. Pressing TRACK
nn
again skips to the
beginning of the previous track.
Press and hold TRACK
ll
or TRACK
nn
to fast
forward or reverse a track.
Press
l
/ II to temporarily stop CD playback.
Press
l
/ II again to resume playback.
Press INT to enter the Intro menu, then turn the volume
knob to select one of the following options:
• OFF - Cancels the INT function.
• ALL - Plays the first 10 seconds of each track.
Press RPT to enter the Repeat menu, then turn the volume
knob to select one of the following options:
• ALL - Plays all tracks on CD.
• SONG - Continuously repeats selected song.
Press RDM to enter the Random menu, then turn the
volume knob to select one of the following options:
• OFF - Cancels the RDM function.
• ALL- Plays all tracks in random order.
Some CD-Rs and CD-RWs may be incompatible with this
unit, depending on media type and recording method. In
addition, the following CDs may be incompatible with this
unit:
CDs exposed to extreme temperatures or direct sunlight for
extended periods of time, CDs recorded in which a recording
session failed or a re-recording was attempted and, or
encrypted or copy-protected CDs which do not conform to
the audio CD-DA red book recording standard.
CD Player Operation

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AC216Bi OPERATION
CD Player Operation - MP3/WMA Files
Playing an MP3/WMA
Disc
Displaying Information
Character Support
When an MP3/WMA encoded disc is first inserted,
“DISC READ” will appear in the display. Depending on the
number of files and folders, this may take several seconds.
Press DISP to step through available options for displaying
disc information.
“NO ARTIST” or "NO TITLE" will be displayed if the MP3/
WMA file contains no ID3 tag information.
“ROOT” will be displayed if the directory name of a root
folder is not labeled.
Maximum character display information
• Track name – 32 character maximum
• Directory name – 32 character maximum
• *Song title – 32 character maximum
• *Artist name – 32 character maximum
*Song title and Artist Name will only be displayed if included
with the MP3/WMA file.
When referring to MP3/WMA playback, the following
terms are synonymous:
• File name and track name
• Folder name and directory name

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AC216Bi OPERATION
CD Player Operation - MP3/WMA Files
Folder/File Search
Mode
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Folder Access
Repeat
Random
Intro
MP3/WMA CD mode features a file and folder search
mode. This search allows navigating through folders to find a
specific MP3 or WMA file for playback.
Press SELECT to enter the file/folder search mode. A list
of all the folders on the CD will be displayed.
Note: Any files located in the root directory will be located in
the folder named "ROOT". Press SELECT to view the files on
the root folder.
Turn the volume knob to cycle through all the folders on the
device and press SELECT to choose the desired folder. The
list of files in the selected folder will be displayed. Turn the
volume knob to cycle through the list of files.
Note: Pressing GO BACK when viewing the contents of a
folder will return to the list of folders on the CD. Press GO
BACK again to exit the search menu.
Once the desired song is displayed, press SELECT to begin
playback of the desired song.
Press to select the previous folder.
Press to select the next folder.
*Folder access is only available on MP3/WMA discs
recorded with more than one folder.
Press RPT to enter the Repeat menu, then turn the volume
knob to select one of the following options:
• ALL - Plays all tracks on CD.
• TRACK - Continuously repeats selected track.
• FOLDER - Continuously repeats all files in selected folder.
Press RDM to enter the Random menu, then turn the
volume knob to select one of the following options:
• OFF - Cancels the RDM function.
• ALL - Plays all tracks in random order.
• FOLDER - Plays all tracks in folder in random order.
Note: Random mode is retained in memory when selecting
between other modes and when the unit is turned on/off.
Press INT to enter the Intro menu, then turn the volume
knob to select one of the following options:
• OFF - Cancels the INT function.
• ALL - Plays first 10 seconds of each track.
• FOLDER - Plays first 10 seconds of each track in folder.
Note: Folder repeat, random and intro options only function
on MP3/WMA discs recorded with more than one folder.

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AC216Bi OPERATION
CD Player Operation - MP3/WMA Files
Media Compatibility
Playback Order
Compatible Recording
Formats
The following types of discs/files are compatible:
• CD-ROM (ISO), CD-R, CD-RW
• CD-DA
• MP3 data
• WMA data
The following types of discs/files are not compatible:
• WMA files that are protected by DRM (Digital Rights
Management).
• WMA lossless format
• Discs recorded with Track At Once or packet writing
• MP3 PRO format
• MP3 playlists
• WAV format
MP3/WMA playback sequence is based on recorded order of
files and begins in the root folder of the disc. Any empty folders
or folders that do not include MP3/WMA files are skipped.
This unit may not play files in the order they were recorded
in. Refer to your recording software’s user’s manual for more
information.
• ISO9660 level 1
• ISO9660 level 2
• Yellow Book MODE 1
• Yellow Book MODE 2 FORM 1
• Multi session
• Maximum files - 999
• Maximum folders - 255
• Maximum folder levels - 8
• MPEG-1/2/2.5 Audio Layer-3
ISO9660 standards:
• Maximum nested folder depth is 8 (including the root folder).
• Valid characters for folder/file names are letters A-Z
(all caps), numbers 0-9, and “_” (underscore). Some
characters may not be displayed correctly, depending on
the character type.
• This device can play back discs in Joliet, Romeo, and other
standards that conform to ISO9660. MP3/WMA written
in the formats other than the above may not play or their
file names or folder names may not be displayed properly.

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AC216Bi OPERATION
CD Player Operation - MP3/WMA Files
An internal buffer provides ESP (Electronic Skip Protection) to
virtually eliminate skipping.
When playing a disc recorded with regular audio files
(CD-DA or .WAV) and MP3/WMA files, the unit will play the
MP3/WMA files only.
Only MP3 files with filename extension (.mp3) can be played.
Only WMA files with filename extension (.wma) can be played.
Do not attempt to play discs which contain non-MP3/WMA
files with the MP3/WMA extension.
8kHz ~ 48kHz
32kHz ~ 48kHz
32kbps ~ 320kbps constant
Variable bit rates
32kbps ~ 192kbps constant
Variable bit rates
Note: Some files may not play or be displayed correctly,
depending on sampling rates and bit rates.
ID3 tags Version 1.0 to 2.4.
This model will not display ID3 Version 2.4 or greater tags.
For best results, use the following settings when burning an
MP3 disc:
128kbps or higher constant bit rate
44.1kHz or higher sampling frequency
For best results, use the following settings when burning a
WMA disc:
64kbps or higher constant bit rate
32kHz or higher sampling frequency
Additional MP3/WMA
Information
Sampling Frequency
Rates
MP3
WMA
Transfer Bit rates
MP3
WMA
MP3 Tag Display
Recommended Settings

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AC216Bi OPERATION
USB Operation
To play MP3/WMA files from most USB mass storage
devices, line up the USB connector and insert the USB
device into the unit's USB port.
When a USB device is first connected, “READ” will appear in
the display and playback will begin momentarily. Depending
on the number of files and folders, it may take several
seconds for the device to begin playing. If no valid MP3/
WMA files are detected, “NO FILE” will be displayed and the
last mode will be resumed.
Press TRACK
ll
to skip to the beginning of the next
track. Press TRACK
nn
to return to the beginning of the
current track. Pressing TRACK
nn
again skips to the
beginning of the previous track.
Press and hold TRACK
ll
or TRACK
nn
to fast
forward or reverse a track.
Press
l
/ II to temporarily stop USB playback.
Press
l
/ II again to resume playback.
Press RPT to enter the Repeat menu, then turn the volume
knob to select one of the following options:
• ALL - Plays all tracks on the device.
• TRACK - Continuously repeats selected track.
• FOLDER - Continuously repeats all files in selected folder.
Press RDM to enter the Random menu, then turn the
volume knob to select one of the following options:
• OFF - Cancels the RDM function.
• ALL - Plays all tracks in random order.
• FOLDER - Plays all tracks in folder in random order.
Note: Random mode is retained in memory when selecting
between other modes and when the unit is turned on/off.
Press INT to enter the Intro menu, then turn the volume
knob to select one of the following options:
• OFF - Cancels the INT function.
• ALL - Plays first 10 seconds of each track.
• FOLDER - Plays first 10 seconds of each track in folder.
Connecting a USB
Device
(sold separately)
Playing Music
Track Select
Fast Forward and
Reverse
Pause
Repeat
Random
Intro

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AC216Bi OPERATION
USB Operation
Press to select the previous folder.
Press to select the next folder.
Note: Folder access is only available on devices with more
than one folder.
Press the volume knob to enter the file/folder search
mode. A list of all the folders from the USB device will be
displayed. Any files located in the root directory will be
located in the folder named "ROOT". Press the volume knob
to view the files on the root folder.
Turn the volume knob to cycle through all the folders on the
device and press the volume knob to choose the desired
folder. The list of files in the selected folder will be displayed.
Turn the volume knob to cycle through the list of files.
Note: Pressing GO BACK when viewing the contents of a
folder will return to the list of folders on the USB device.
Press GO BACK again to exit the search menu.
Once the desired song is displayed, press the volume knob
to begin playback of the desired song.
Note: Due to differences in USB device transfer speeds, it is
recommended to limit each folder to less than 30 songs.
Press DISP to step through different MP3 display options.
Folder Access
File Search
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Displaying Information

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AC216Bi OPERATION
USB Operation
Maximum character display information
• Track name – 32 character maximum
• Directory name – 32 character maximum
• *Song title – 32 character maximum
• *Artist name – 32 character maximum
*Song title and artist name will only be displayed if included
with the MP3/WMA file.
The following types of files are compatible:
• MP3 data
• WMA data
The following types of files are not compatible:
• WMA files that are protected by DRM (Digital Rights
Management).
• WMA lossless format
• MP3 PRO format
• MP3 playlists
• WAV format
MP3/WMA playback sequence is based on order the files
are copied to the USB device and begins in the root folder.
Any empty folders or folders that do not include MP3/WMA
files are skipped. Depending on your software, the playback
order may vary.
• Maximum number of files: 999
• Maximum number of folders: 255 plus the root directory
• Maximum number of files in each folder and root: 999
Note: If the number of files/folders exceeds the maximum
outlined above, the additional files/folders will be ignored.
Note: Devices that exceed the maximum number of files or
folders may not function properly.
Due to the differences of USB devices, some devices may
not be compatible. USB devices must be ‘mass storage
class’ and formatted to the FAT or FAT32 file system in
order to ensure compatibility.
Character Support
Media Compatibility
Playback Order
Playback Capacity
USB Device
Compatibility

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AC216Bi OPERATION
USB Operation
Only MP3 files with filename extension (.mp3) can be played.
Only WMA files with filename extension (.wma) can be played.
Do not attempt to play non-MP3/WMA files with the MP3/
WMA extension.
8kHz ~ 48kHz
32kHz ~ 48kHz
32kbps ~ 320kbps constant
Variable bit rates
32kbps ~ 192kbps constant
Variable bit rates
Note: Some files may not play or be displayed correctly,
depending on sampling rates and bit rates.
ID3 tags Version 1.0 to 2.4
Note: If an invalid ID3 tag version is detected, "NO SUPPORT"
will scroll on the display.
Additional MP3/WMA
Information
Sampling Frequency
Rates
MP3
WMA
Transfer Bit rates
MP3
WMA
MP3 Tag Display

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AC216Bi OPERATION
iPod Operation
The unit features a direct USB control system for iPod.
To play music from an iPod device, connect the USB cable
(included with your iPod device) to the USB port on the front
panel.
Once connected, "READ" will flash in the display, then
playback will begin automatically. If a song is playing on the
iPod device before it is connected, it will continue to play.
Connect an iPod Device
(Not Included)
Press
ll
to skip to the beginning of next song. Press
nn
to return to the beginning of current song. Pressing
nn
again skips to the beginning of previous song.
Press and hold
ll
or
nn
to fast forward or reverse a
song.
Press
l
/ II to temporarily stop playback.
Press
l
/ II again to resume playback.
Press RPT to enter the Repeat menu, then turn the
volume knob to select one of the following options:
• ALL - Repeats all tracks.
• SONG - Repeats selected track.
Press RDM to enter the Random menu, then turn the
volume knob to select one of the following options:
• OFF - Cancels the RDM function.
• ALL - Plays all tracks in random order.
• ALBUM - Plays all tracks in the selected album in random
order.
Press INT to enter the Intro menu, then turn the volume
knob to select one of the following options:
• OFF - Cancels the INT function.
• ON - Plays first 10 seconds of each track.
Song Select
Fast Forward and
Reverse
Pause
Repeat
Random
Intro

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AC216Bi OPERATION
iPod Operation
Only alphanumeric characters can be displayed (ASCII
type). "NO SUPPORT" will be displayed if the file contains
characters that can not be displayed. "NO FILE" will be
displayed if there are no songs in the selected playlist.
Maximum character display information
• *Song title – 32 character maximum
• *Artist name – 32 character maximum
• *Album name – 32 character maximum
*Song Title, Artist Name and Album name will only be
displayed if included with the file.
Press the volume knob once to enter the search mode.
Rotate the volume knob to choose between playlist,
artists, albums, songs, audio books and podcasts. Press
SELECT to select the desired search type.
Navigate to the desired song and press SELECT to begin
playback of that song. Use the table below for reference
when navigating through the menu options.
Note: Press GO BACK to access the previous level (up one
level). Pressing GO BACK from the search main menu will
exit the search.
Character
Support
Search Menu Functions
(step 1)
(step 2)
(step 3)

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AC216Bi OPERATION
Bluetooth Operation
Before you can use a Bluetooth device, it must be paired and
connected. Make sure that Bluetooth is activated on your
device before you begin the pairing process.
The unit broadcasts the pairing signal constantly
when no devices are currently connected. Complete the
pairing sequence from your Bluetooth device. Refer to the
owner's manual for your device for more details.
The device name is "Dual BT"
The Bluetooth passcode "1234"
Note: The unit can be in any mode of operation
when pairing is performed.
If a device is currently connected, press and hold to
disconnect the current device before a new device can
be paired. Then begin the pairing sequence from the new
Bluetooth device.
Most Bluetooth devices support the auto-connect feature,
and will connect automatically if the device is in range when
the unit is powered-on. If your device was previously
paired but does not connect, use these instructions below.
• If your most recently connected Bluetooth device becomes
disconnected or does not reconnect, press and hold
from Bluetooth mode to reconnect your mobile device.
• To connect a previously paired device that was not
recently connected:
1) If applicable, press and hold to disconnect any
connected mobile devices.
2) From Bluetooth mode, press the volume knob "Paired
Devices" will appear on the LCD.
3) Turn the volume knob to cycle through the list of devices.
4) Press SELECT or to connect to the desired device. It
must be in range to connect.
Press and hold for 3 seconds to disconnect a connected
device. The device will remain paired and appear in the
SEARCH menu, but not be connected.
Pairing a New Device
Pairing Additional
Devices
Connecting a
Paired Device
Disconnecting
a Device