Becker USB-BKR Instruction Manual

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USB-BKR
QuickStartInstallationGuideforBeckerAUXReadyRadios
WorksonBeckerradioswith AUXmenu optiononly!
Revised: January 30, 2020

Introduction:
Just because you drive an older car does not mean you have to settle for old
technology. From a single USB terminal on or near the dash, the user can
connect, play and charge all Apple Lightning devices without sacrificing the
look and feel of the dashboard components. (Non-Lightning devices will charge
but not play audio). The USB-BKR works on all Becker AUX ready radios (Aux
setting within radio menu) and requires sacrificing the CD changer (if
present).
Control of Apple device from its built-in controls and display, or optional
wireless remote. With the storage capacity of most portable devices sacrificing
the CD changer should be an easy decision.
Installation:
We recommend disconnecting car battery, but before
anything locate and record the radio safe code. Don’t
disconnect battery if radio code is not available, otherwise
radio will cease to operate.
1. Remove radio from dash to gain access to connectors. A pair of radio
removal tools (See Fig. 1) required to release radio from dash.
Fig. 1
Radio removal Tools
Fig. 2
2. Slide tools into slots (51) on Radio. (Straight edge facing away).
Withdraw radio by pulling outwards. To release keys simply press
retaining springs. See Fig. 2. For detailed radio removal click here.
3. If vehicle has optional CD changer, it must be disconnected.
Both blue (C-3) and green (C-2) plugs must be disconnected (See
Fig. 3)
Revision! Green plug is no longer part of the harness. Power is now
taken directly from vehicles +12V Accessory supply using wire harness in
Fig. 5 which connects to radio on chamber A as seen in Fig.3 below.
Note: The adapter by default works (play & charge) only when ignition is
“ON” however the option to charge at all times is available by switching
installation harness red over to yellow wire (pin 4)

Fig. 3
Becker radio connectors
4. Connect blue plug from Adapter (See. Fig. 4) to C-3 chamber on Radio
(See Fig. 3)
Fig. 4
plug & usb terminal
Special installation for Ferrari Cascade radios (BE6111, BE6112 etc)
with factory Hands- Free option:
In order to retain cluster display (see Fig. 4a) and/or factory hands-free
calling option, you must purchase our ISO8-HAR harness which allows
the USB-BKR to work in these applications. (See Fig. 4b).
To install the ISO8-HAR, you must connect adapter harness blue plug to
radio chamber C-3 and factory blue ISO plug to ISO8-HAR 8-pin black
connector. Vehicles without cluster display and/or factory Bluetooth
hands-free option do not require this harness.
Fig. 4a
Fig. 4b

5. Disconnect radio’s A chamber (See Fig. 3) 8-pin plug and connect to
power supply harness 8-pin connector (See Fig. 5)
6. Connect power supply harness 8-pin plug to radio chamber A (vacated
in step 5)
Fig. 5
Power harness
7. Decide where and how to mount the USB terminal.
A. Flush mount requires drilling a ¾” hole in the dash
B. Mounting with Support bracket (use to mount the USB terminal
wherever your installation demands without drilling)
C. No Mount-free standing usb terminal(default)
A. Flush with Dash or Panel (requires drilling)
1. Drill a ¾” hole in the dash or panel using a step drill bit or equivalent
(See Fig. 6)
Fig. 6
Step drill bit
2. Insert male end of 4 ft. USB cable (See Fig. 7) through ¾” hole created
in step 1 and mate with Female USB terminal on Adapter (See Fig. 8)
Fig. 7
Flush mount USB cable
Fig. 8
USB Male (left), Female (Right)

3. Slide USB head (See Fig. 9) through hole created in step 1 until it snaps
in place and flush with mounting surface (See Fig. 10)
Fig. 9
Flush mount USB Terminal
Fig. 10
Flush mounted to dash
4. Tuck and secure any extra wire from moving parts and test operation
(See Enabling the AUX section below)
B. With Support Bracket (No drilling)
1. Locate a flat surface at location of choice within 6 ft. of radio to mount
the USB support bracket using adhesive/tape or screws. (See Fig. 14)
Fig. 14
mounting bracket
2. Follow steps 1-3 from “Flush mount to dash”
3. Tuck and secure any extra wire from moving parts and test operation
( See Enabling the AUX section )
C. Free Standing (Un-Mounted)
Bring your own apple Lightning cable and connect to USB terminal.
Fig. 14
USB Terminal

Operation:
The most important step in this process is enabling the AUX function from
within the radio menu. Most Becker radios are pre-programmed to recognize a
CD Changer connection and because of that you must perform the following
steps and change the setting to “AUX” otherwise the radio will not recognize the
adapter.
Enabling AUX function
Radios with TP button: (i.e. CDR-220)
1. Turn radio "ON"
2. Press and hold the "TP" button for about 8 seconds until Becker 1 is
displayed.
3. Turn the Tuning Knob until AUX OFF is displayed.
4. Press either button located directly under the Arrows on the display to
change the present setting from OFF to ON.
Turn radio OFF.
5. Turn Radio back ON, Press “S”(Source) button to enter AUX Mode. This
is the mode to use whenever you want to listen to the device connected
to the adapter.
Radios with ☼button: (i.e. BE6104)
1. Turn Radio “ON”
2. Press and hold the ☼button for about 8 seconds.
3. Select AUX “ON/OFF”option.
4. Press either button located directly under the Arrows on the display to
change the setting to ON.
5. Turn radio OFF.
6. Turn Radio back ON press the “☼”button until “AUX”is displayed.
Other Radios with ☼button (i.e. BE4602)
1. Turn radio ON.
2. Press and hold the ☼button for 8 seconds, until Becker 1 is displayed.
3. Turn the Tuning Knob until AUX OFF is displayed.
4. Press either button located directly under the Arrows on the display to
change the present setting from OFF to ON
5. Turn Radio back “ON” Press “CD” button to enter AUX Mode

Radios with 3 Function buttons (e.g. Mexico Pro cc BE4527)
1. Turn radio ON.
2. Press and hold Function button #2 (center) for more than 4 seconds.
3. The accompanying menu appears on the display.
4. Press the multifunction button located directly under “AUX” on the
display to change the present setting from OFF to ON.
5. The Setting is stored automatically. Press “CD” button to enter AUX
Mode
Nav Traffic Radios
1. Press the "Radio" button to enter Radio mode.
2. Press the "Navi" and "F10" simultaneously
3. Press "Next" until the AUX input, Changer Res screen
4. Press AUX to enable/disable.
Becker 4775 (Land Rover Traffic Pro)
1. With the Radio "ON" press and hold the Tone button until the sub-menu
comes up.
2. Press the soft-key labeled “Aux” until the screen displays “AUX Mode
on”.
3. Press the Tone button to exit the menu.
4. To enter "AUX" mode, press the "CD" button and select the "AUX" soft-
key.
Sound 5 (BE7077 Sprinter Van)
1. Turn radio ON.
2. Press the dp repeatedly until EXT menu appear.
3. Turn Rotary control knob clockwise and select EXT AUX.
4. Press the CD button repeatedly until “AUX” is displayed
Cascade Pro (i.e. BE7941, BE611, BE6112)
To activate the External Device mode
1. Turn radio ON.
2. Press the Ci) button on Radio
3. Turn the rotary control/push (OK) button counterclockwise until
System Settings appears at the top right of the display
4. Press the rotary control/push (OK) button
5. Turn the rotary control /push (OK) button to select External Device
6. Confirm selection by pressing the rotary control/push (OK) button
7. Select “AUX” from list and turn it “ON”.
8. Exit menu
9. To listen to the “AUX” device, press the MEDIA button
10. Turn the rotary control /push (OK) button to “AUX” and press the
rotary control/push (OK) button

Becker DTM /High speed (i.e. BE-7892, BE7910)
1. Press the Sound button for more than 2 seconds
2. Press multifunction button “AUX”
3. Select Aux Mode on
4. The setting is stored automatically
In CD Operation, the multifunction button AUX must be pressed to select
AUX operation
Test Operation
1. Turn ignition to “ON” or “ACC”
2. Turn radio “ON”
3. Connect audio device (iPod, iPhone, iPad) to USB Terminal with
authentic Apple charging cable (See warning below)
4. Audio device will begin charging
5. Press button on radio to enter AUX mode. If radio does not enter AUX
mode please follow steps in “Enabling AUX function” above.
6. Initiate music playback on audio device.
Warning! Playlist and Track selection is *NOT* possible from the radio.
You must use the iPod built-in controls to access music files .
7. Use radio volume control to set playback level
8. If successful go ahead and Reinstall radio
Alert! Authentic Apple charging cable required for proper operation.
Knock –off Lightning cable may intermittently. If suddenly music plays
from Apple device built-in controls, it is very likely due to charging
cable not being an authentic apple charging cable.
Frequent asked questions
1. Does the USB-BKR play older Apple and Android devices?
NO, this adapter charges all devices but playback is only possible from
Apple Lightning devices (older 30-pin devices will charge but not play).
2. Music stops playing on car speakers and plays through phone. Why is
that?
this is very likely due to faulty or no-authentic Apple charging cable. Please
use Apple authentic cable for this adapter to perform as intended.
3. Does the USB-BKR work on all Becker radios?
NO; the USB-BKR only works on Becker radios with “AUX” input
capabilities. Becker radios with no AUX menu option (e.g. CR-210, CDR-210,
CR-1 etc.), are NOT compatible.
4. Do you offer an adapter that works on Becker radios without “AUX”
input capabilities?
YES; Our iL-BKRCD works but only if vehicle has a CD Changer. The CD
Changer remains connected but will no longer function. You may also
purchase our IS-7705 FM Modulated adapter which work on any FM Radio.
5. Can I control my Apple device from the radio buttons?
NO; you must use Apple built-in controls and display to operate the
device. Volume button on radio is used to set playback level.
Disclaimer
• This product has no affiliation with Porsche, Becker or Apple
• We’re not liable for misuse of this product.
•We recommend professional installation.
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