Boss Audio Systems MR1525UI 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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CDE VERSION
2
1. 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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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.

2. 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
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
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.
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2
4
3
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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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3. 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.
RESETTING THE UNIT:
After releasing the front panel, use a pencil or any non-metalic object to press & hold the reset
button for five seconds to reset the unit.
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Socket
RE ES T

4. WIRING DIAGRAM (BUILT-IN ISO)
6
CONNECTOR
ISO
1 2
12
3 4
7
5 6
87
5
3
8
6
4
CONNECTOR B
Figure 2
CONNECTOR A
ISO CONNECTOR WIRING CHART
YELLOW
WIRE COLOR
VIOLET/BLACK
GREY/BLACK
GREEN/BLACK
WHITE/BLACK
VIOLET
WHITE
GREY
B1
B5
B4
B3
B2
B8
GREEN
B7
B6
A5
A4
PIN
BLACK
A8
RED
A7
BLUE
LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (-)
LEFT REAR SPEAKER (+)
LEFT REAR SPEAKER (-)
RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (+)
RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (+)
LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (+)
RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (-)
RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (-)
FUNCTION/LABEL
POWER ANTENNA
BATTERY(+)
IGNITION(ACC)
GROUND
REAR LINE OUT R-CH
REAR LINE OUT L-CH
REAR
L
R
FUSE
iPod iPod READY CABLE
WHITE
AMP
BLACK
FRONT LINE OUT
R-CH L-CH
RED
WHITE
RCA-TO-RCA CABLE
(not supplied)
AMP
ANTENNA
JACK
ANTENNA
EXTENDER
CABLE

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5. CONTROL PANEL FUNCTION
OPERATIONS:
KEY
SYSTEM TUNER CD/MP3/WMA
1
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
3
Short
Press
Long
Press Short
Press
Long
Press Short
Press
Long
Press Short
Press
Long
Press
Power
Panel Release button
Audio
Menu
Enter
Mode
Encoder Volume
Band
TA
ix-Bass
M1
M2
M3
M4
M5
M6
Memory 1
Memory 2
Mem ory 3
Memor y 4
Memory 5
Memory 6
Pause
/Play
Intro Folder
Intro
Repeat Folder
Repeat
Ran dom
Folder
Random
Folde r
Down
Folde r
Up
ID3 Info
Seek Up
Trac k/Fil e
Up Fast
Forward
Tune Up
Seek
Down
Tune
Dow n
Trac k/Fil e
Down
Fast
Backward
USB Cover / Socket
Eject
Mute
System
Menu
ESC
Browser
RDS Info
File
Auto
Store
iPod
Enter
Pause
/Play
Repeat Album
Repeat
Ran dom
Album
Random
iPod Info
File Up Fast
Forward
File Down
Fast
Backward
Browser
iPod
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AUX IN JACK ON FRONT PANEL
1
9
3510
12 15
414
2
11
8
6
16 7
13
LO/DX
17
18
19
22
20
21

Press this button to remove the control panel.
6. BASIC OPERATIONS
3) PANEL RELEASE BUTTON ( )
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5) SOURCE BUTTON (SRC)
22) AUX IN JACK ON FRONT PANEL
8) iX-BASS BUTTON (XBS)
Press the XBS button to turn on the iX-Bass function, and the “X-BAS” icon will appear on the
LCD display. Press the XBS button again to turn off the iX-Bass function.
Press SOURCE button to select a different mode of operation as indicated on the display
panel. Available modes include TUNER, DISC, USB, AUX-IN , SD CARD & iPod.
6) ENCODER VOLUME BUTTON
2 ) EJECT BUTTON ( )
7) ESC BUTTON (ESC)
To increase the volume, rotate the Encoder Volume Knob clockwise. To decrease the volume,
rotate the Encoder Volume Knob counter clockwise. When volume is adjusted, the volume
level will be shown on the display panel as a number ranging from 0 (lowest) to 46 (highest).
Press this button to eject the CD from the unit. The receiver will switches to radio mode
automatically.
Press this button to quick return previous menu or mode.
4) POWER ON/OFF BUTTON ( POWER/MUTE )
Press POWER/MUTE button or any other button on the front of the radio (except Open/Eject)
to turn the unit on. And hold & press POWER /MUTE button again to turn the unit off.
4) MUTE BUTTON (POWER/MUTE)
Short press the POWER/MUTE button momentarily to mute the audio volume, and "MUTE" will
flash in the display. Press the POWER/MUTE button again to restore volume to the previous
setting.
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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1) MENU FUNCTION LIST (MENU)
Hold& Press MENU button to access into the System Menu setting mode. Will appear
in the display momentarily. Navigate the menu by pressing MENU momentarily to move to the
next option. Once the desired option appears in the display, adjust that option by rotating the
Encoder Volume Knob(press the volume up / down button ) within 5 seconds. The following
options are adjusted through this menu feature.
7. SYSTEM MENU SETTING
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AF ON/OFF (Alternate Frequencies)
User can rotate the Encoder Volume Knob to turn On / Off the AF ( Alternate Frequencies )
function. When AF in On mode, the unit will be searches for another station with stronger signal
but with the same program identification as the current station automatically.
REG ON/OFF (Regional Radio)
User can rotate the Encoder Volume Knob to turn On / Off the Regional function.
[ REG ON ]: Only stations in the current region can be tuned to automatically.
[REG OFF]: All stations can be tuned to automatically.
AREA (TUNER FREQUENCY SPACING)
This option allows the selection of the frequency spacing appropriate for your area. "AREA
U.S.A." is the default setting. Rotate the Encoder Volume Knob to select the U.S.A.,
EUR(Europe)
INFO SYS ( System Information )
Once into the System Information mode, press the Audio button to view the details system
software informations of this unit.
BEEP ON/OFF ( )
The beep tone feature allows the selection of an audible beep tone to be heard each time a
button is pressed on the face of the radio. "BEEP ON" is the default display. Rotate the Encoder
Volume Knob (Press the volume up/down button) to select the "BEEP OFF” option.
Beep Tone
PTY (Program Type)
Once into the PTY mode, you can be press Audio button to get into program type item, and
rotate Encoder Volume Konb to selected category.
Music Group Speech Group
POP M, ROCK M NEWS, AFFAIRS, INFO
CULTURE, SCIENCE, VARIED
JAZZ M, COUNTRY
EASY M, LIGHT M SPORT, EDUCATE, DRAMA
NATION M, OLDIES M SOCIAL, RELIGION, PHONE IN
FOLK M, A-TEXT, ALARM TRAVEL, LEISURE, DOCUMENT
WEATHER,FINANCE, CHILDREN
CLASSICS, OTHER M