Boss Audio Systems MP3-3195R User manual

Size: 139 x 216mm

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1. BUTTONS LOCATION AND FUNCTIONING
PANEL
RELEASE
BUTTON
1
MUTE
BUTTON
2
LOCAL/DX
BUTTON
(LOC)
3
PANEL
OPEN/EJECT
BUTTON
4
AUDIO
BUTTON
5
6
9
DISPLAY
BUTTON
PRESET MEMORY BUTTONS (M1~M6)
7
PRESET
EQUALIZER
BUTTON
1712
MONO/
STEREO
BUTTON
8
SCAN
BUTTON
ENCODER
VOLUME
BUTTON
10
11
BAND/LOUDNESS
BUTTON
TUNING UP / DOWN
TRACK UP / DOWN
BUTTONS
14
REMOTE
CONTROL
RECEIVER
15
SOURCE
BUTTON /
SUB-WOOFER
16
13
ID3 TAG
INFORMATION
BUTTON
MP3 MENU
BUTTON
FOLDER DOWN
/UP BUTTONS
18
AUTOMATICALLY
STORE / PRESET
SCAN BUTTON
POWER
BUTTON
(ILL)
MP3 ENTER
BUTTON

2. HANDLING COMPACT DISCS
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
NOTES ON CDs
P. 2
P. 3
P. 4
P. 1 P. 5
P. 6
P. 7
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
NOTES ON DISCS
There are paste residue.
Ink is sticky (P.5).
Stickers that are beginning
to peel away, leaving a
sticky residue (P.6).
Labels are attached (P.7).
On a rainy day or in a very damp area, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the unit. Should this
occur, the unit will not operate properly. In such a case, remove the disc and wait for about an hour until
the moisture has evaporated.
A dirty or defective disc may cause sound
dropouts while playing. To enjoy optimum
sound, handle the disc as follows.
Handle the disc by its edge. To keep the disc
clean, do not touch the surface (P.1).
If you use the discs explained below, the sticky
residue can cause the CD to stop spinning and
may cause malfunction or ruin your discs.
Do not use second-hand or rental CDs that have a
sticky residue on the surface (for example, from
peeled-off stickers or from ink, or glue leaking
from under the stickers).
Do not stick paper or tape on the disc (P.2).
Before playing, clean the discs with an
optional cleaning cloth. Wipe each disc from
the centre out (P.4).
Do not use solvents such as benzine,
thinner,commercially available cleaners, or
antistatic spray intended for analog discs.
Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air-ducts, or leave
them in a car parked in direct sunlight where
there can be a considerable rise in
temperature inside the car (P.3).
Do not use rental CDs with old labels that are
beginning to peel off.
Do not use your CDs with labels or stickers
attached.
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Do Not Use Special Shape CDs
Be sure to use round shape CDs only for this
unit and do not use any special shape CDs.
Use of special shape CDs may cause the unit
to malfunction.(P.8).
Be sure to use CDs with disc mark
Only for this unit.
RECORDABLE
REWRITABLE
P. 8
CD-Rs and CD-RWs which have not undergone
finalization processing cannot be played. (For
more information on finalization processing,
refer to the manual for your CD-R/CD-RW
writing software or CD-R/CD-RW recorder.)
Additionally, depending on the recording status,
it may prove impossible to play certain CDs
record on CD-R or CD-RW.
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3. INSTALLATION
Before finally installing the unit, connect the wiring temporarily and make sure it is all connected up
properly and the unit and system work properly.
Use only the parts included with the unit to ensure proper installation. The use of unauthorized parts
can cause malfunctions.
Consult with your nearest dealer if installation requires the drilling of holes or other modifications of the
vehicle.
Install the unit where it does not get in the driver's way and cannot injure the passenger if there is a
sudden stop, like an emergency stop.
If installation angle exceeds 30° from horizontal, the unit might not give its optimum performance.
Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperature, such as from direct sunlight, or
from hot air, from heater, or where it would be subject to dust dirt or excessive vibration.
Be sure to remove the front panel before installing the unit.
DIN FRONT/REAR-MOUNT
This unit can be property installed either from “Front” (conventional DIN Front-mount) or “Rear”(DIN
Rear-mount installation, utilizing threaded screw holes at the sides of the unit chassis). For details,
refer to the following illustrated installation methods A and B.
DIN FRONT-MOUNT (Method A)
Installation the unit
1. Dashboard
2. Holder
After inserting the half sleeve into the
dashboard, select the appropriate tab according
to the thickness of the dashboard material and
bend them inwards to secure the holder in
place.
3. Screw
30°
1
7
4
23
5
61. Dashboard
2. Nut (5mm)
3. Spring washer
5. Screw
6. Support Strap
Be sure to use the support strap to secure the
back of the unit in place. The strap can be bent
by hand to the desired angle.
7. Plain washer
4. Screw (5x15mm)
182
53
12
3
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DIN REAR-MOUNT (METHOD B)
Installation using the screw holes on the sides of the unit.
Fastening the unit to the factory radio mounting bracket.
1. Select a position where the screw
holes of the bracket and the screw
holes of the main unit become
aligned (are fitted) and tighten the
screws at 2 places on each side.
2. Screw
3. Factory radio mounting bracket.
4. Dashboard or Console
5. Hook (Remove this part)
Note: the mounting box, outer trim ring,
and half-sleeve are not used for method
B installation.
5
2
4
3
2
5
a. Frame
b. Insert fingers into the groove in the front
of frame and pull out to remove the
frame. (When re-attaching the frame,
point the side with a groove down wards
and attach it.)
c. Insert the levers supplied with the unit
into the grooves at both sides of the unit
as shown in figure until they click. Pulling
the levers makes it possible to remove
the unit from the dashboard.
Trim Plate Installation:
Push the trim plate against the chassis until it is fitted.
You must do this before you install the front panel, otherwise it can't be attached.
Removing the unit
a
b
c
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4. DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL (D.C.P.)
Removing The Detachable Control Panel (D.C.P.).
1. Turn the power off
2. Press the D.C.P. release button
3. Remove the D.C.P.
PANEL RELEASE
BUTTON
B
A
2
Attaching the DCP
CAUTION
1. Attach the panel at the right side first, with
point B on the main unit touching point A on the
D.C.P. (As shown on the diagram).
2. Then press the left side of D.C.P. onto the main
unit until a “click” sound is heard.
DO NOT insert the D.C.P from the left side. Doing so may damage it.
The D.C.P can easily be damaged by shocks. After removing it, place it in a protective case and be careful not to drop
it or subject it to strong shocks.
When the release button is pressed and the D.C.P is unlocked, the car's vibrations may cause it to fall. To prevent
damage to the D.C.P, always store it in a protective case after detaching it.
The rear connector that connects the main unit and the D.C.P is an extremely important part. Be careful not to
damage it by pressing on it with fingernails, pens, screwdrivers, etc.
Note:
If the D.C.P is dirty, wipe off the dirt with soft,
dry cloth only. And use a cotton swab soaked
in isopropyl alcohol to clean the socket on the
back of the D.C.P.
Socket
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5. WIRING DIAGRAM (20 PIN HARNESS PLUG)
FUNCTION/LABEL
RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (+)
RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (-)
LEFT REAR SPEAKER (-)
LEFT REAR SPEAKER (+)
RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (+)
RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (-)
RIGHT REAR PRE-AMP LINE OUT
REAR PRE-AMP LINE OUT COMMON
5
PIN
1 GREY/BLACK
4 VIOLET/BLACK
7 GREEN/BLACK
6 GREEN
9 BLACK
3 VIOLET
8 RED
10 RED
2 GREY
IGNITION(ACC)
WIRE COLOR FUNCTION/LABEL
LEFT REAR PRE-AMP LINE OUT
FRONT PRE-AMP LINE OUT COMMON
RIGHT FRONT PRE-AMP LINE OUT
LEFT FRONT PRE-AMP LINE OUT
CHASSIS GROUND
POWER ANTENNA
LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (-)
LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (+)
13
18
PIN
12
16
15
17
14
19
11
20
BATTERY(+)
RED
WHITE/BLACK
BLACK
YELLOW
WHITE
BLUE
BLACK
WHITE
WHITE
WIRE COLOR
Power Antenna Connect to power antenna or amplifier, If
not used,Tape bare end of wire.
Memory/Battery
Connect to battery or 12 volt power source that is always live.
The radio will not work if this wire is not connected
Accessory/Ignition Connect to existing radio wire or radio fuse.
Ground Connect to ground terminal or
Clean unpainted metal part of chassis
AMP
RED
BLUE
BLACK
YELLOW
GREY RF+
GREY-BLACK RF-
VIOLET RR+
VIOLET-BLACK RR-
GREEN-BLACK LR
WHITE-BLACK LF-
GREEN LR+
WHITE LF+
LEFT REAR
LEFT FRONT
RIGHT REAR
RIGHT FRONT
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20-PIN AUDIO/POWER HARNESS
Pin View
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141311 12 15 16
7 98 10
201817 19
Figure 1
HARNESS
AUDIO/POWER
20-PIN
(See Figure 1)
L-CH
GREY
BLACK
FRONT LINE OUT
RED
WHITE
RED
REAR LINE OUT WHITE
L-CH
R-CH
R-CH L-CH
R-CH
ANTENNA
ANTENNA
JACK
RCA-TO-RCA CABLES
(not supplied)
RCA-TO-RCA CABLES
(not supplied)
FUSE
SUB WOOFER
BLUE
AUX IN
WHITE
RED
YELLOW
WHITE
SUB-WOOFER

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6.PANEL OPEN/CLOSE OPERATION
(MOTORIZED SLIDE DOWN VERSION)
This unit is equipped with the most advanced full logic motorized slide down system. You can enjoy
this advance technology with just a single press of the “OPEN” button Please read the following
instructions carefully before operating the unit.
OPEN / CLOSE THE PANEL:
LOADING A CD
EJECTING A CD
Press and hold Open button for more than 3 seconds to slide down the panel, if a CD is loaded, it will
be ejected automatically. No further key press is needed.
If the ejected CD is not being removed, after 10 seconds it will be reloaded automatically. And then
press the Open button again to slide up(close) the panel.
Warning : If the ejected disc remains in the slot, the Open button will not function, so closing the
panel by using Open button is prevented unless the disc is removed or reloaded.
CAUTION:
A) Please always use the “OPEN” button to slide up/ down the front panel. Please never try to
slide up or down the front panel manually, this will cause serious & permanent damage to the
slide down mechanism, and this will void the warranty.
B) Please do not try to detach / remove the front panel ( by pressing the detach button ) or attach the
front panel when the panel is in the slide down position. This may cause serious & permanent
damage to the unit & panel. Only attach or detach the front panel when the panel is in the slide up
position.
Press the Open button to open a closed panel, or to close an opened panel.
When the panel is in the slide down position, the disc slot becomes accessible.
Insert a CD through the disc slot, the CD will be automatically loaded and the panel will also close
automatically & playback will begin.
If no CD is inserted, press Open button again to close the panel.

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16) SOURCE BUTTON (SOURCE)
Press this button to select Radio , CDP or AUX modes.
The available selections depends on version:
Radio CD Player
Radio > CDP > AUX in
The RESET button is located on the main unit (as shown on the diagram). To press it vertically with a ballpoint pen
or metal object will activate it. The reset button is to be activated for the following reasons:
Initial installation of the unit when all wiring is completed.
All the function buttons do not operate.
Error symbol on the display.
RESET BUTTON
Note: If the unit cannot function normally after reseting, please use a cotton swab soaked in isopropyl
alcohol to clean the socket on the back of the control panel.
RESET
Sub-woofer On/Off
Press SOURCE button for more than 3 seconds to activate or turn off the Sub-woofer output.
Press this button to remove the control panel.
7. BASIC OPERATIONS
1) PANEL RELEASE BUTTON (REL)
12)POWER ON/OFF BUTTON
6) DISPLAY BUTTON (DISP)
Aux Input
Connect the external signal to the auxiliary line in jack located at the rear of the unit , then press
Source button to select Aux mode. Press Source Button again to cancel Aux Mode and return to
previous mode.
Press this button briefly, the VFD will display the clock for about 2 seconds, then return to previous display
mode.
Clock Adjustment
Under clock display mode, press DISP button until the VFD flashes, press Tuning Up Button to adjust hour
and Tuning Down Button to adjust minute.
Press this button long to turn on or off the power.
In VFD button short press this button to toggle dimmer function. This will change the brightness of
VFD and there are three levels of brightness can be selected.

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8. AUDIO OPERATIONS
5) AUDIO BUTTON
Press this button to select desired audio function.
While the selected function is displayed, turn Volume Knob to adjust the level within 5 seconds,
otherwise the unit will return to volume adjustment mode.
2) MUTE BUTTON (MUTE)
Press this button to mute the sound. Press it again to resume listening.
17) PRESET EQUALIZER BUTTON (EQ)
Press this button to toggle the following EQ settings:
At DSP OFF mode, EQ will be controlled by Bass/Treble setting.
13) BAND/LOUDNESS BUTTON (BAND/LOUD)
Press the Band/Loudness Button for couple of seconds to switch the loudness on or off. When Loudness is
on, display will show 'Loud On' for a few seconds.
ORDER OF FUNCTION:
VOLUME(VOL) -> BASS(BAS) -> TREBLE(TRE) ->BALANCE(BAL) ->FADER(FAD)
FLAT->CLASSICS->POP M->ROCK M->DSP OFF
10)ENCODER VOLUME BUTTON
Turn this knob to adjust desired volume level.