Boss marine 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
715
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
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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.
Inkissticky(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
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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
2
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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-C H 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.

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8. RADIO OPERATIONS
7) LOCAL/DISTANT BUTTON (LOC)
During station tuning, this button allows you prior to access strong local station only (Local
mode), or to access a wider range of using distant mode (DX). When power up DX mode will
be selected automatically; Press LOC button briefly to select Local mode and “LOCAL” symbol
on the LCD will light up for a few seconds.
11) STATION PRESET BUTTONS (M1-M6)
1.Press these buttons briefly to recall the stored stations in the selected band.
2.Presetting stations manually, Press the BAND button to select the band for the station to be
preset. Use Tuning Up/Down to tune in the stations to be preset. Press the Preset button at
which you want to store the station for at least 2 second. The preset number will appear on
the display accompanied by a beep, this indicate that the station has been stored into
memory.
14) TUNING / SEEK UP AND TUNING / SEEK DOWN BUTTONS
1.Press these buttons briefly will operate AUTO SEARCH tuning mode, the radio will tune up
or down to the next station and remain on the frequency.
2.Press these buttons more than 2 seconds, operate as MANUAL SEARCH buttons, under this
mode the tuning frequency will advance up or down rapidly when the button is pressed. If
the buttons are not pressed within 3 seconds, they will return to auto search mode.
10) AUTO MEMORY STORE/PRESET SCAN BUTTON (AS/PS)
1.PRESET SCAN: Press AMS button briefly enter Preset Scan mode, it will scan all the preset
stations in the memories, you can hear that will stay on each station for about 5 seconds.
2.AUTO MEMORY STORE: Press AMS button long to enter Auto Store mode, this feature will
automatically scan the current band and enter up to 6 strongest stations into the 6 preset
memories. To stop Auto Store & Scan, press the AMS button again.
6) BAND BUTTON (BAND)
Press BAND button to change between FM1, FM2, FM3 & AM/MW bands.

9. CD OPERATIONS
M1) PAUSE BUTTON (PAUSE)
Press this button to pause CD play, press again to release pause.
M2) INTRO BUTTON (INTRO)
M3) REPEAT BUTTON (REPEAT)
Press this button, the current track will be played repeatedly until this button is pressed again.
M4) RANDOM BUTTON (RANDOM)
15 ) EJECT BUTTON ( )
Press this button to eject the CD from the unit. The receiver will switches to radio mode
automatically.
14) TRACK UP AND TRACK DOWN BUTTON
Press the Track Up Button to skip to the next track or previous track. Press the Track Down button
during play will return to the beginning of the current track, press it one more time to skip to
previous skip. Press and hold Track Up/Down Button to fast forward or fast reverse. CD player
starts when you release the button.
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Press RANDOM BUTTON (RANDOM) during file play to play all files in random, shuffled order.
Press RANDOM BUTTON (RANDOM) again to stop random play.
During file play, press INTRO SCAN BUTTON (INTRO) to play the first 10 seconds to each file
on the file. When the desired file is reached, press INTRO SCAN BUTTON (INTRO) again to
end the scan and play the selected file.

10. USB DRIVE OPERATIONS
START THE USB DEVICE MODE
2. Plug in the USB drive / device completely as indicated in picture 2(P.2)
and display will show “USB PLAY” to indicate that the USB drive /
device is being plugged in correctly & the download has begun.
3. It does not matter what mode the unit is in, (Tuner, CD, SD/MMC,
etc), once a USB drive / device is being plugged into the unit, the
unit will automatically switch to USB mode.
4. All the USB files playback functions are the same as normal CD or MP3
disc playback.(Please refer to section CD operations & MP3
operations)
1. Always unplugged the USB gently from the unit, excessive force used
will cause permanent & serious damage to the unit & the USB drive /
device.(P.3)
TO STOP USB PLAYBACK
1. When the USB drive / device is unplugged, the unit will
automatically switch to radio mode. The user can also use the
mode button to switch to other modes.
2.User can use the mode button to choose USB mode (only if USB drive /
device is inserted in the unit ) or any other modes, when they are in any
mode.
WARNING
COMPATIBILITY
Due to the fast changing technology world, this unit may or may not be
compatible to all the USB drive / device available with all the future
technology, especially those USB drive / device which require to install a
driver. Always choose a compatible USB drive / device which is
compatible with this unit.
1.The USB socket is covered by the USB plastic cover as indicated in
picture 1 (P.1). Flip open the USB plastic cover, and the USB socket
will become accessible.
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USB 1.1 > 320KBPS
FILE MANAGE: FAT12 / FAT16/ FAT 32
NOTE:
This unit is not compatible with portable Hard-Disk.
PLEASE READ THIS INSTRUCTION CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT
2. Never intentionally or accidentally hit on the USB drive / device when it
is plugged in. This will cause permanent & serious damage to the unit
& USB drive / device.(P4)
3. Never try to plug in any USB drive / device with excessive weight or
excessive size into the unit. Always use USB drive / device with
reasonable weight & size which will not overload the unit, which will
not make performing normal operation on the front panel impossible.
Excessive weight or size USB drive / device may cause permanent &
serious damage to the unit. And may cause access to the buttons /
knobs on the front panel impossible.
The unit may take a while to detect or download the USB files, detect &
download time may vary depends on the type of USB drive / device.
NOTE:
P. 1
P. 2
P. 3
P. 4

11. SD/MMC OPERATIONS
1.Press panel release button to release the front panel.(P.1)
2.The SD/MMC card slot is located on the unit as indicated in (P.2).
3. Insert the SD/MMC card into the card slot in the correct direction until a “CLICK” sound
is heard.(P.3)
4.Close the front panel.(P.4)
5. The display will show “SD PLAY” to indicate that the SD or MMC card is correctly inserted.
Once the SD or MMC card is inserted, the MP3 file will automatically play.
6. It does not matter what mode the unit is in, (Tuner, CD, USB,etc), once a SD or MMC card is
being inserted in the unit, the unit will automatically switch to SD / MMC mode.
7. All the SD / MMC files playback function is the same as normal CD or MP3 disc playback.
(Please refer to section CD operations & MP3 operations)
P. 1
1.Please make sure to insert the SD or MMC card in the correct direction / orientation as
indicated in picture (P.7). Wrong insert will cause permanent & serious damage to the unit &
the SD or MMC card.
TO STOP SD/MMC CARD PLAYBACK
1.Push on the end of the SD or MMC card to eject the sd or MMC card. Once the SD or MMC
card is taken out, the unit will automatically switch to previous mode.(P.5-P.6)
2.User can use the mode button to choose SD / MMC mode (only if SD or MMC is inserted in the
unit ) or any other modes, when they are in any mode.
P. 7
Back side
Front side
P. 2 P. 3
Click
P. 5
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WARNING
Click
Face
Up
Insert the SD/MMC Card
with Label up side
Detach the
Front Panel
Push til it clicks.
P. 4
Remove the Memory Card
Close the front Panel
P. 6
2. Always make sure the SD or MMC card is completely inserted before re-attaching the front panel.
Push til it clicks.

Notes :
LOADING DISC
NAVIGATING THROUGH DIRECTORIES AND TRACKS
Insert the CD as usual, if it is an MP3 CD, the display will show “MP3 T01” then the message “READING” will
appear, when disc scanning completed, the first track on the first directory will play.
- An MP3 directory is shown in this manual as “Directory”, and an MP3 file is shown as “Track”.
- Maximum length of file name : 28 characters.
- Maximum length of directory : 16 characters.
- Supports Multi-Session recording.
- Supports CD, CDR and CDRW.
- Disc written by Packet Write (UDF) is not supported.
NOTE: 1) ICON turns on when a MP3 disc is playing.
2) ICON is blinking when under directory/Files search mode.
NOTE: MP3 Directory / Track selection can be done by Encoder Volume Knob or Tune Up / Down Buttons
Both operations will be described. But Encoder Volume Knob is available on some models only.
Please skip this description if your model is not equipped with this feature.
THERE ARE FOUR WAYS TO SELECT YOUR FAVORITE TRACK / DIRECTORY
A) SEARCHING TRACK DIRECTLY
Under MP3 play mode, press MP3 MENU(AS/PS) BUTTON once, the display shows “MP3 T*”, enter
the desired track number directly, then press MP3 MENU(AS/PS) ENTER BUTTON to confirm.
12. MP3/WMA OPERATIONS(ENCODER VERSION)
MPEG1/2/2.5/ Layer 2/3
WMA Version 7/8/9
Sampling frequency
- MPEG1 : 32/44.1/48 KHz
- MPEG2 :16/22.05/24 KHz
- MPEG2.5 : 8/11.025/12KHz
- WMA : 22/32/44/48KHz
Sampling But rate
- MP3/WMA : 32~320Kbps & VBR
CDROM Mode 1 / 2
ISO9660 Level 1 / 2 & Joliet(unicode)
Max File/DIR. Count : 255
Max DIR. Depth : 255
Sorting Method : Tree sorting
Max File/DIR. Name : 64Byte
ID3 V1.0/1.1/2.0/2.3(Max 32Byte)
This unit support :
SEARCH TRACK NUMBER BY USING ENCODER VOLUME KNOB
Rotate the ENCODER VOLUME KNOB to scroll through the numbers, then press MP3 ENTER BUTTON
to confirm.
B) SEACRCHING BY DIRECTORY OR TRACK NAME
(1) SEARCH DIRECTORY / TRACK NAME BY USING TUNE UP / DOWN BUTTON
Under MP3 Play Mode, press MP3 MENU BUTTON twice, the display shows “ * “ , enter the character
directly. The unit searches files and directories which have the same character which is inputted by the
user. The unit shows these sorted files and directories by TUNE UP / DOWN Button (TUNE DOWN First). If
the selected name is directory, the user can go into the selected directory by press MP3
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(2) SEARCH DIRECTORY / TRACK NAME BY USING ENCODER VOLUME KNOB
Under MP3 Play Mode, press MP3 MENU BUTTON twice, the display shows “ * “. Rotate the ENCODER
VOLUME KNOB for selecting the character. In this Encoder Search mode, SELECT button use as move
cursor. Press BAND button use as MP3 CONFIRM BUTTON. The unit searches files and directories which
have the same character which is inputted by the user. The unit shows these sorted files and directories by
ENCODER VOLUME KNOB (ROTATE ANTI-CLOCKWISE First). If the selected name is directory, the user
can go into the selected directory by press MP3 CONFIRM BUTTON and continue to search the directory
or file name in the directory by ENCODER VOLUME KNOB (ROTATE ANTI-CLOCKWISE First ) The
selected file can be played by pressing MP3 ONFIRM BUTTON.
(C) SEARCHING FROM DIRECTORY
(1) SEARCH DIRECTORY BY USING TUNE UP / DOWN BUTTON.
Under MP3 play mode, press MP3 MENU BUTTON three times, Then the first Directory name is shown.
Press TUNE UP/DOWN (TUNE DOWN FIRST ) to navigate through the directory list, press MP3 ENTER
BUTTON to select the desired directory. The display will show “ \\ “. To select the tracks under the
selected directory, by pressing TUNE UP/DOWN Buttons (TUNE DOWN FIRST) then press MP3 ENTER
BUTTON to confirm when desired track is found.
(2) SEARCH DIRECTORY BY USING ENCODER VOLUME KNOB
Under MP3 play mode, press MP3 MENU BUTTON three times, Then the first Directory name is shown.
Rotate ENCODER VOLUME KNOB (ROTATE ANTI-CLOCKWISE First ) to navigate through the directory
list, press MP3 ENTER BUTTON to select the desired directory. The display will show “ \\ “. To select the
tracks under the selected directory, by Rotate ENCODER VOLUME KNOB (ROTATE ANTI-CLOCKWISE
First ) then press MP3 ENTER BUTTON to confirm when desired track is found.
ID3 TAG
Press DISPLAY button repeatedly to Display ID3 TAG information.
If the MP3 file is available with ID3 TAG, pressing the display button repeatedly will show information in the
following sequence:
SONG TITLE > ARTIST> ALBUM TITLE
If any of the ID3-TAG information is not available, pressing the DISPLAY button repeatedly will show
information in the following sequence:
UNKNOWN SONGNAME> UNKNOWN ARTIST> NO ALBUM TITLE
If the MP3 file is without ID3 TAG, pressing the DISPLAY button, & “NO ID3 TAG” will be displayed.
The file name & track number of the MP3 file will scroll repeatedly through the display during the playing of
the MP3 file.
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Press directory up (M6) or directory down (M5) buttons to skip the current directory forward or backward
by one position. In a multi-level directories disc, the movement will take place at the current level until the
last directory is reached. At this point press directory down (M5) again , it will move to the next level of
directory.
(D) NAVIGATING THROUGH DIRECTORY BY USING M5/M6 BUTTON
Character A,B,C D,E,F G,H,I J,K,L M,N,O P, Q , R S,T,U V, W , X Y,Z, Space _,-,+ Move Cursor Next/Previous Character
M1 M2 M3 M4 M5 M6 DISP SEL VOL UP/DN
MODE TUNE DN TUNE UP
Button
The distribution of alphabetical characters are listed as follow :
ENTER BUTTON and continue to search the directory or file name in the directory by
TUNE UP / DOWN Button (TUNE DOWN First). The selected file can be played by pressing MP3 Enter
Button

13. REMOTE CONTROL
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OPERATIONS:
2. Volume Up/Down
1. Power
9. Audio
Key
6. LOC
()
7. Scan
5. Tuning Up/Down
8. Mute
Radio Mode
Power On/Off
Select Vol, Bas,
CLK,P-VOL,BEEP ON/OFF
Tre, Fad, Bal
Adjust Vol,Bas,
Tre,Fad,Bal
Station Scan
Tuning/Seek Up/Down
Local/Distant
Mute
14. Numeric Key(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
Preset station 1
Preset station 2
Preset station 3
Preset station 4
Preset station 5
Preset station 6
Auto Store/Preset Scan
Preset EQ
3. ID3/DISP Display Clock
Stereo/FM Mono
4.Stereo/Mono
10. Source Change to CD/MP3 or
AUX IN
11. Band/Enter Band
12. AS/PS/Menu
13. EQ
MP3 Mode
Power On/Off
Adjust Vol,Bas,
Tre,Fad,Bal
Track Up/Down/ Numeric key 8*9*
No Function
No Function
Mute
CD Player Mode
Power On/Off
Adjust Vol,Bas,
Tre,Fad,Bal
Track Up/Down
No Function
Mute
No Function
Preset EQ
Folder Down
Folder Up
Pause
CD scan
Repeat
Shuffle
Pause
CD scan
Repeat
Shuffle
No Function
No Function
Preset EQ
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4
2
14
13
12
11
10
9
3
5
6
7
ID3 tag information
Display Clock,
Numeric key 0*
No Function No Function
Change to Radio or AUX IN Change to Radio or AUX IN/
Numeric key 7*
MP3 Enter
Menu function
Display Clock
No function
Select Vol, Bas,
CLK,P-VOL,BEEP ON/OFF
Tre, Fad, Bal Select Vol, Bas,
CLK,P-VOL,BEEP ON/OFF
Tre, Fa d, Ba l

14. SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Range
Intermediate Frequency
Usable Sensitivity
Stereo Separation
S/N Ratio
87.5-107.9MHz U.S.
87.5-108MHz EURO
10.7 MHz
Better than 15dB at S/N 30 dB
25 dB at 1KHz
50 dB
CD PLAYER
RADIO SECTION
FM
System
Usable disc
Sampling frequency
No of quantization bits
Frequency
Number of channels
S/N Ratio
Compact disc audio system
Compact disc
44.1KHz
1bit
5-20,000Hz
2 stereo
70dB
GENERAL
Power Supply
Polarity
Speaker impedance
Power Output
DC 11 -14V
Negative Ground
4 ohms
4x 80 Watts
REMARK :
Specifications subject to change without notice.
AM/MW
Frequency Range
Intermediate Frequency
Usable Sensitivity
S/N Ratio
530-1710KHz U.S.
522-1620KHz EURO
450KHz
Better than 45dB
40 dB
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15. TROUBLE SHOOTING
Before going through the check list, check wiring connection. If any of the problems persist after
check list has been made, consult your nearest service dealer.
Symptom Cause Solution
No power The car ignition is not on. If the power supply is properly connected
to the car accessory terminal, switch the
ignition key to “ACC”
Disc cannot be loaded
or ejected
The fuse is blown. Replace the fuse.
Presence of CD disc inside
the player.
Remove the disc in the player, then put a
new one.
Inserting the disc in reverse
direction.
Insert the compact disc with the label
facing upward.
Compact disc is extremely
dirty or defective disc.
Clean the disc or try to play a new one.
Temperature inside the car is
too high.
Cool off or until the ambient temperature
returns to normal.
Condensation. Leave the player to off for an hour or so,
then try again.
Volume is in minimum. Adjust volume to a desired level.
Wiring is not properly
connected.
Check wiring connection.
The operation keys do
not work
No sound
The built-in microcomputer is
not operating properly due to
noise.
Press the RESET button.
Front panel is not properly fixed into its
place
Sound skips. The installation angle is
more than 30 degrees.
Adjust the installation angle to less than
30 degrees.
The disc is extremely dirt or
defective disc. Clean the compact disc. Then try to play a
new one.
The antenna cable is not
connected. Insert the antenna cable firmly.
The signals are too weak. Select a station manually.
The radio does not
work.
The radio station
automatic selection
does not work.
ERROR 1 Mechanism Error Press the reset button if the error code
does not disappear, consult your nearest
service dealer.
ERROR 2 Servo Error Press the reset button if the error code
does not disappear, consult your nearest
service dealer.
If at any time in the future you should need to dispose of this product please note
that Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for
recycling advice.(Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive)
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