Boss Audio Systems MR1520UA User manual

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This radio is equipped with the most advanced "TOUCH SENSE PANEL", so that it is easy and
convenient to use while driving.
Here are some tips to show you how easy it is to use this touch sense panel:
Tips
Using a very light touch on the radio panel will activate that feature. You will not need to
"PRESS" hard on the panel to make this radio change features.
The power button along with some of the buttons that have dual functions, will need to be
"TOUCHED" from 2 to 3 seconds to make the change.
The best area to "TOUCH" on the panel to make it activate is the illuminated or lighted area. For
example, just touch for 2 to 3 seconds the illuminated power symbol and the unit will turn on or
off.
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1. BUTTONS LOCATION AND FUNCTIONS
2
Power
Button Preset Memory Button (M1~M6) USB Slot
Mute
Button
1
2
Panel
Release
Button
Menu
Button
3
Source
Button
Automatically
Store/Preset
Scan Button
4
10
5
Encoder
Volume
Knob
Local/
Distant
Button
CD
Eject
Button
Aux In
Jack
7 15
16
MP3 Menu
Button
11 13
MP3 Enter
Button
Band
Button
Preset
Equalizer
Button
iX-Bass
Button
68
9
Display
Button
Tuning Up/Down
Track Up/Down
Buttons
ID3
Information
Button
12
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2. HANDLING COMPACT DISCS
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
NOTES ON CDs
P. 2
P. 3
P. 4
P. 1 P. 5
P. 6
P. 7
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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
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.

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
4. Screw (4x12mm)
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
182
53
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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.
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4
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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
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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 digram).
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)
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GREY-BLACK RF-
VIOLET-BLACK RR-
RED
YELLOW
BLACK
BLUE
VIOLET RR+
GREY RF+
GREEN-BLACK LR-
WHITE-BLACK LF-
GREEN LR+
WHITE LF+
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LEFT REAR PRE-AMP LINE OUT
FRONT PRE-AMP LINE OUT COMMON
RIGHT FRONT PRE-AMP LINE OUT
LEFT FRONT PRE-AMP LINE OUT
LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (-)
LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (+)
FUNCTION/LABEL
FUNCTION/LABEL
RIGHT REAR
RIGHT FRONT
RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (+)
REAR PRE-AMP LINE OUT COMMON
RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (-)
RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (-)
LEFT REAR SPEAKER (-)
LEFT REAR SPEAKER (+)
RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (+)
RIGHT REAR PRE-AMP LINE OUT
LEFT REAR
8 RED
9 BLACK
2 GREY
3 VIOLET
6 GREEN
10 RED
WIRE COLOR
1 GREY/BLACK
4 VIOLET/BLACK
7 GREEN/BLACK
5
PIN
IGNITION(ACC)
LEFT FRONT
12
19 BLACK
16 BLACK
15 YELLOW
17 WHITE
14 BLUE
11 WHITE
WIRE COLOR
12 WHITE/BLACK
20 WHITE
18 RED
11
13
PIN
BATTERY(+)
CHASSIS GROUND
POWER ANTENNA
14 1513 16 17
21 4 53 6 7
BLACK
GREY
FUSE
REAR LINE OUT
WHITE
FRONT LINE OUT
RED
RED
R-CH L-CH R-CH
WHITE
L-CH
20
19
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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 sourse 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
20-PIN AUDIO/POWER HARNESS
Pin View
Figure 1
HARNESS
AUDIO/POWER
20-PIN
(See Figure 1)
ANTENNA
JACK
RCA-TO-RCA CABLE
(not supplied)
ANTENNA SHOCKET

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Press this button to remove the control panel.
6. BASIC OPERATIONS
2) PANEL RELEASE BUTTON (REL)
12) DISP BUTTON(DISP)
Press this button briefly, the LCD will display the clock for about 5 seconds, then return to
previous display mode.
1) POWER ON/OFF BUTTON ( )
Press the POWER button on the front of the unit to turn on the unit. Long press the POWER
button to turn Off the unit.
1) MUTE BUTTON (MUTE)
Short Press the MUTE button to mute the audio output, and “Mute” will appear on the display.
Press the mute button again to restore the audio output to the previous level.
4) SOURCE BUTTON (SRC)
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 press RESET button, the unit still cannot function normally, please use a cotton swab
soaked in isopropyl alcohol to clean the socket on the back of the control panel.
16) FRONT PANEL AUX-IN JACK
Connect the external signal to AUX in jack located at the front of the panel , then press
SOURCE button to select Aux mode. Press SOURCE Button again to cancel Aux Mode and
return to previous mode.
AUX IN FRONT CABINET
RIGHT TRACK
GROUND
AUX IN
LEFT TRACK
2
OPEN THE AUX-IN JACK DOOR/COVER
TO ACCESS TO THE AUX-IN JACK
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Press this button to select different mode , sequence as follow:
SOURCE PRIORITY
A) Tuner mode (Radio)
B) CDP / MP3 (only if a CD or MP3 disc is inserted)
C) USB (only if a USB drive is inserted)
D) SD / MMC (Only if a SD or MMC card is inserted)
E) AUX IN (only if this unit with this features)
Whenever a USB or SD/MMC is being inserted, unit will automatically switch to USB or
SD/MMC mode, does not matter the unit is currently in what mode.
When in USB or SD / MMC mode, if the USB or SD / MMC is being removed, unit will
automatically switch to radio mode.
3) ENCODER VOLUME KNOB
Turn this knob to adjust desired volume level.

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7. MENU OPERATIONS
TIME SET (CLK)
The time on the clock is set to “12:00” by default, Rotate the encoder volume knob to adjust the
minutes and hours.Press AUDIO/MENU button to select the hour or minute.
Note: Time format can not to set up, it should be follow the tunner area to change, when is in
U.S.A Latin then the time in 12H by default, when is in Europe Latin then the time in 24H by
default.
BEEP ON / OFF
Rotate the encoder volume knob to select Beep On / Off option.
Beep Off: disable audible beep tone when any function is accessed.
Beep On: enable audible deep tone.
8) PRESET EQUALIZER BUTTON (EQ)
Press this button to toggle the following EQ setting:
POP -> JAZZ -> CLAS -> BEAT -> ROCK
At DSP OFF mode, EQ will be controlled by Bass/Treble setting.
Programmable Turn-on Volume (P-VOL )
This option allows selection of the volume level the radio will automatically assume when first
turned on. " P - VOL 40 " is the default setting, which will turn the radio on at the volume level
selected when the unit was last turned off. To program a specific volume level for the radio to
turn on at, rotate the volume control to select "VOLUME LEVEL”. Within 5 seconds.
BASS ( Bass level )
Turn the encoder volume knob to adjust the desired Bass level range from -10 to +10, the
default is “0”.
TREBLE ( Treble level )
Turn the encoder volume knob to adjust the desired Treble level range from -10 to +10, the
default is “0”.
BALANCE
Rotate the encoder volume knob to adjust the Balance between the right and left speakers
from R10 to L10, the “C00” is default.
FADER
Rotate the encoder volume knob to adjust the Fader between the front and rear speakers from
F10 to R10, the “C00” is default.
To use this function keep press short AUDIO/MENU Button for few seconds, each time you press this
button the mode will move and the functions will shown on the display, turn the encoder volume knob
up/ down to set the desires functions ,the function states as following:
9) iX-BASS BUTTON
Press the iX-BASS button to switch the loudness on or off. When Loudness is on,display will
show ‘Loud On’ for a few seconds.