Denver CAD-473 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Car Stereo CD/CDR/CDRW/MP3/WMA Player
with PLL FM Stereo Radio
RDS
USB / MMC / SD Card Input
Bluetooth Function in Mobile Phone
Flip Down and Detachable Front Panel System
Recording to USB/MMC/SD Card
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LOCATION OF PARTS AND CONTROLS
1. POWER ON/OFF ( )
2. FUNCTION SELECT BUTTON: CONTROLS FOR BASS/TREBLE/BALANCE/FADER /
INITIAL VOLUME / CT / TA VOL / EON / REC MODE / DSP
3. VOL UP/VOL DOWN BUTTON: CONTROLS FOR BASS/TREBLE/BALANCE/FADER /
INITIAL VOLUME / CT / TA VOL / EON / REC MODE / DSP
4. PRESET STATIONS (1,2,3,4,5,6)
5. ‘AF’ function (ALTERNATIVE FREQUENCIES)
6. ‘TA’ function (TRAFFIC ANNOUNCEMENT) / END A CALL ( )
7. ‘PTY’ function (PROGRAM TYPE)
8. DISPLAY BUTTON (DISP)
9. MODE/LOUDNESS BUTTON (LD/MD)
10. BAND/ENTER BUTTON (BD/ENT)
11. AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TUNING
(FREQ UP OR FREQ DOWN )
CD TRACK/SEARCH BUTTON
12. AUTO SEEK SEARCH TUNING (A/PS)
13. ‘SCAN’ AUTOMATIC TUNING CONTROL /
RECORD (SCN/REC•)
14. MUTE BUTTON (MUTE) / ANSWER A CALL ( )
15. LCD DISPLAY
16. OPEN PANEL BUTTON ( )
17. CD SLOT
18. CD EJECT BUTTON ( )
19. PAUSE BUTTON
20. REPEAT BUTTON
21. INTRO BUTTON (Preview all Tracks)
22. RANDOM BUTTON
23, 24. FOLDER DOWN/UP (MP3/WMA Files only)
25. USB PORT
26. MULTI-MEDIA CARD (MMC) / SD CARD SLOT
27. RESET BUTTON
28. POWER INDICATOR LED
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1. POWER ON / OFF
2. ANSWER A CALL
3. VOLUME +
4. END A CALL
5. BAND
6. SEL MENU
7. VOLUME -
8. MODE
9. PHONE NUMBER /
BUTTON 1-6: STATION PRESETS
10. DISPLAY BUTTON
11. TUNE / SEEK
12. CD PLAY / PAUSE
13. CD REPEAT
14. CD INTRO
15. CD RANDOM
16. FOLDER DOWN/UP (MP3/WMA Files only)
BUTTON 5: FOLDER DOWN,
BUTTON 6: FOLDER UP
17. ALTERNATIVE FREQUENCIES
18. TRAFFIC ANNOUNCEMENT
19. PROGRAM TYPE
REMOTE CONTROLS FUNCTIONS
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ANTENNA
CONNECTOR
L(WHITE) R(RED)
L(WHITE) R(RED)
LINE OUT
LINE IN
ISO CONNECTOR
BLUETOOTH ANTENNA
CONNECT TO
EXTERNAL MICROPHONE
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182mm
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INSTALLATION
PRECAUTIONS
• Choose the mounting location carefully so that the unit will not interfere with the normal
driving functions of the driver.
• Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperatures, such as from direct
sunlight or hot air from the heater, or where it would be subject to dust, dirt or excessive
vibration.
• Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a safe and secure installation.
• Be sure to remove the front panel before installing the unit.
NOTE : Inclination angle for car radio installation must not
exceed 30˚ otherwise the front panel will not open.
Note: Keep the release key in a safe place as you may need it in the future to remove the
unit from the car.
Bend these
claws, if necessary
release screw and
bracket
WIRE CONNECTION
CONNECTOR A
4. MEMORY +12V
5. AUTO ANTENNA OUTPUT
7. +12V (TO IGNITION KEY)
8. GROUND
Note: (connector A no. 7) must be connected by car ignition key in order to avoid that car
battery being drained when the car will be not used for long period.
CONNECTOR B
1. REAR RIGHT SPEAKER (+)
2. REAR RIGHT SPEAKER (-)
3. FRONT RIGHT SPEAKER (+)
4. FRONT RIGHT SPEAKER (-)
5. FRONT LEFT SPEAKER (+)
6. FRONT LEFT SPEAKER (-)
7. REAR LEFT SPEAKER (+)
8. REAR LEFT SPEAKER (-)
Maintenance
FUSE REPLACEMENT
If the fuse blows, check the power connection and replace the fuse. If the fuse blows again after the
replacement, there may be an internal malfunction. In this case, consult your nearest repair center.
Warning
Use the specied amperage fuse for each lead. Use of a higher amperage fuse may cause serious damage.

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Detaching and attaching the front panel
The front panel of this unit can be detached in order to prevent the unit from being stolen.
FOLDING DOWN AND DETACHING/ATTACHING THE FRONT PANEL
Before detaching the front panel, be sure to press the button (1) OFF rst.
Then press the button (16), let the Front Panel arrive in horizontal position and detach the
panel by pulling it towards you as illustrated.
Notes:
•Do not press the front panel hard against the unit when attaching it. It can be easily at-
tached by pressing it lightly against the unit.
•When you carry the front panel with you, put it in the supplied front panel case.
•Do not press hard or give excessive pressure to the display window of the front panel when
attaching it to the unit.
1. UNIT
2. RELEASE CASE
3. DASH BOARD
4. HEX NUT
5. LOCK WASHER
6. PLAIN WASHER
7. CAR BODY
8. REAR SUPPORT STRAP
9. TAPPING SCREW
10. M5 X 15 HEX BOLT
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1. POWER ON/OFF ( )
By pressing this key, the unit is turned on or off.
This unit is turned on by pressing any key.
2. FUNCTION SELECT BUTTON: BASS/TREBLE/BALANCE/FADER /
INITIAL VOLUME / CT / TA VOL / EON / REC MODE / DSP)
3. VOLUME UP/DOWN
Turning VOL knob (right/left) to adjust VOL/BAS/TRE/BAL/FAD. To select other functions, press
the VOL knob shortly until the desired functions are shown on the display. Figure 1 shows how
to control functions that are selected using the VOL knob.
Fig. 1 Selection of sound control functions
1. VOL 2. SEL 3. BASS 4. TRE 5. BAL 6. FAD
Increase or decrease the volume by turning VOL knob (right/left). These buttons can be used
to adjust the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and FADER.
Press and hold VOL knob to adjust INIT VOL /CT/TA VOL/EON ON/REC MODE/DSP
IN VOL: Can adjust Initial Volume level using this mode.
ADJ: Can adjust clock time. Turn VOL knob clockwise to set hours and counter clockwise to
set minutes.
TA VOL: Can adjust TA Volume (The volume level when Trafc announcement is transmitted).
EON: Can selected EON condition, ON or OFF.
REC MP3: Can select REC mode (MP3 or WMA)
DSP: Can select DSP mode (Classic, POP, Rock, Flat)
4. PRESET STATIONS (1,2,3,4,5,6)
When pressed momentarily, these keys select a preset station directly. When pressed longer
than 1 sec., current station is stored in preset memory bank.
USING THE RDS FUNCTION
What is RDS?
The RDS (Radio Data System) is a digital information system developed by the EBU (European
Broadcast Union). Piggy-backed on normal FM broadcasts, RDS offers a variety of information
services and automatic retuning functions for RDS-compatible car stereos.
In 1988, RDS became available in the United Kingdom, France, West Germany, Ireland and Sweden.
Test transmissions are being conducted in many other European countries. It is expected that RDS
will be available in most western European countries in the near future.
5. ‘AF/REG’ function (ALTERNATIVE FREQUENCIES)
When pressed momentarily, AF/REG switching mode is selected.
When AF/REG switching mode is selected, the radio checks the signal strength of the AF all
the time. When pressed long, it is activated as regional mode ON/OFF.
– Regional mode ON:
AF switching or PI SEEK is implemented to the station which have all PI codes same as current
station. REG segment is turned on in LCD display.
– Regional mode OFF
The regional code in the format of PI code is ignored when AF switching or PI SEEK is imple-
mented.
IN VOL
SEL
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6. ‘TA’ function (TRAFFIC ANNOUNCEMENT)
When pressed momentarily, it is activated as TA mode on or off
When TA mode is on and trafc announcement is transmitted
– When the unit is in CD/MP3 mode, it will switch to radio mode temporarily.
– If the volume level was under the threshold point, it will be raised to the threshold point.
– When TP station is received, TP segment is turned on in LCD display.
7. ‘PTY’ function (PROGRAM TYPE)
When pressed momentarily, it is activated as TPY ON/OFF function and start to search cor-
responding PTY information then stops if the corresponding PTY information is detected.
By pressing this key longer than 2 sec., you can select PTY mode by turning Volume knob as
below.
NEWS--AFFAIRS--INFO--SPORT--EDUCATE--DRAMA--CULTURE--SCIENCE--VARIED--
POP--ROCK--EASY M--LIGHT M--CLASSIC--OTHER M--WEATHER--FINANCE--CHILDREN-
-SOCIAL--RELIGION--PHONE IN--TRAVEL--LEISURE--JAZZ--COUNTRY--NATION. M--OLD-
IES--FOLK M--DOCUMENT--TEST--ALARM.
8. DISPLAY (DISP)
Press DISP button to switch between display informations such as radio frequencies, clock,
track and other informations depending on the playing MODE.
9. MODE/LOUDNESS BUTTON (LD/MD)
By pressing this key, user can select. AUX/TUNER/CD-MP3/USB/SD/MMC/AD2P mode.
LOUDNESS: By pressing this key longer than 2 sec., you can select LOUDNESS mode.
10. BAND BUTTON (BD)
Each band is toggled cyclically by pressing this key FM1---FM2---FM3.
11. AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TUNING (FREQ UP OR FREQ DOWN )
(A) RADIO MODE
When pressed momentarily, these keys are operated as SEEK tuning mode.
When pressed longer than 1 sec., they are operated as MANUAL tuning mode.
(B) CD/MP3 PLAYER MODE
When pressed momentarily, they are operated as TRACK UP or TRACK DOWN mode.
When pressed longer than 1 sec., they are operated as CUE or REVIEW mode.
12. AUTO SEEK SEARCH TUNING (A/PS)
By pressing shortly, the radio searches for each preset station.
When eld strength level is bigger than the threshold level of stop level, the radio is holding at
that preset number for 5 sec. with releasing mute, and then searches again.
By pressing longer than 1 sec, and then 6 strongest stations are preset to the corresponding
preset number. When AS operation is nished, the radio executes the preset scan.
13. ‘SCAN’ AUTOMATIC TUNING CONTROL (SCN)
This key is operated as RADIO SCAN. The operation is similar as normal search but different
thing is holding 5 seconds on every station detected in RADIO SCAN mode.
14. MUTE BUTTON (MU)
Press and hold this button to mute the sound at once. Press again to return to previous volume
level.
15. LCD DISPLAY
The Liquid Crystal Display will display the current state of the unit.
16. OPEN THE FRONT PANEL
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CD/MP3/WMA CONTROL LOCATION OF PARTS
17. CD SLOT
Carefully insert the CD into the disc slot with the label side uppermost. The CD starts automati-
cally play.
18. CD EJECT BUTTON
Press the button to remove the CD.
19. PAUSE BUTTON
During “PLAY”, press PAU button to “PAUSE”. Press it again to resume play.
TRACK/SEARCH BUTTON (11)
FORWARD AND REVERSE TRACK SEARCH (or changing songs)
Press the SKIP button ( or ) during play to go to the desired track(song).
....REVERSE ....FORWARD
Press and hold the SKIP button ( or ) during play to scan the disc at high speed. When the
desired music section of the disc is found, release the button. Normal play will resume.
20. REPEAT BUTTON
When this button is pressed, “RPT ON” indication is displayed and play of the selected track
will be continually repeated until the Track repeat mode is cancelled by pressing ‘RPT’ button
again.
21. INTRO BUTTON (Preview all Tracks)
When this button is pressed, “INT ON” indication is displayed and the rst several seconds of
each track of the disc is played. Press again to stop intro and listen to track.
22. RANDOM BUTTON
When this button is pressed, “RDM ON” indication is displayed and each track of the disc is
played in random instead of normal progression. To cancel RANDOM mode, press ‘RDM’ button
again.
23, 24. FOLDER DOWN/UP (In case of MP3/WMA les)
M5: Folder down / M6: Folder up
HOW TO SELECT MP3/WMA FILES
1. Searching by Track:
• Press “A/PS”, then search track is activated.
• Turn “VOL” knob to left or right, select rst digit desired.
• Press “VOL” knob, then the rst digit is xed and second digit will ash.
• Turn “VOL” knob to left or right, select 2’nd 3’rd respectively.
• Press “BD/ENT”, the song selected will start.
2. Searching by Character:
• Press “A/PS” twice, then character search mode is activated.
• Turn “VOL” knob to left or right, you can select the desired letter.
• Press “VOL” knob, repeat steps above for 2’nd 3’rd character.
• The songs with the same character that you selected is displayed.
• Turn “VOL” knob to left or right, you can select the desired song.
• Press “BD/ENT”, then the song selected will start.
3. Searching by File Name:
• Press “A/PS” 3 times, then folder search is activated.
• Turn “VOL” knob to left or right, you can select the desired folder.
• Press “BD/ENT”, then the folder is xed and the rst le will be played.

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Connecting it to Portable MP3 Player
25. USB Port
Using USB cable to connect Your Portable MP3 Player.
26. MULTI-MEDIA CARD (MMC) / SD CARD SLOT
Support MP3/WMA ID3 format music only.
* IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
BECAUSE OF THE GREAT VARIETY OF PRODUCTS WITH USB,SD AND MMC CARD PORTS
AND THEIR SOMETIMES QUITE MANUFACTURER-SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS WE CAN NEITHER
GUARANTEE THAT ALL DEVICES WILL BE RECOGNIZED NOR THAT ALL OPERATING OPTIONS
THAT ARE POSSIBLE IN THEORY WILL ACTUALLY WORK
27. RESET
Reset button is placed on the housing.
The reset button is to be activated for the following reason:
• Initial installation of the unit when all wiring is completed.
• All the function button do not operate.
• Error symbol on the display.
28. POWER INDICATOR LED
Flash LED when ignition is switched on.
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RECORDING OPERATION
Recording / Storing / Deleting on SD, MMC or a USB Memory Stick
You can store recordings from the tuner (radio) or an audio CD / MP3 / WMA CD on an SD, MMC or USB
memory stick. The recordings are made in the same order and end automatically when the memory is
completely full.
Note: (REC MMC), (COPY MMC), (MMC ALL) and (MMC ONE) functions are only possible if an SD or
MMC is used.
Note: (REC USB), (COPY USB), (USB ALL) and (USB ONE) functions are only possible if a USB memory
stick is used.
Recording from the Tuner
• Insert an SD or MMC into the SD and MMC port. or Insert a USB memory stick into the USB port.
• Use the LD/MD button select playback from the Band PLL tuner.
Starting Recording
• Press the SCN/REC• button and keep it pressed for two seconds. [REC MMC] appears in the display
(if an SD or MMC is used). or [REC USB] appears in the display (if a USB memory stick is used).
• Press the BD/ENT button [RECORD] appears in the display. Then [R] appears (ashing), followed by
information on the storage location (e.g. [01]) and the length of the recording (e.g. [19.58]).
Stopping Recording
• Press the BD/ENT button.
Recording from Audio CD
• Insert an audio CD into the CD compartment.
• Insert an SD or MMC into the SD and MMC port. or Insert a USB memory stick into the USB port.
• Use the LD/MD button to select CD mode.
• Select the track you wish to record.
Starting Recording
• Press the SCN/REC• button and keep it pressed for two seconds. [REC MMC] appears in the display
(an SD or MMC is used). or [REC USB] appears in the display (if a USB memory stick is used).
The following properties are possible by pressing the SCN/REC• button repeatedly (depending on whether
an SD / MMC or a USB stick is used)
• MMC ALL- all the tracks are recorded on SD / MMC.
• USB ALL- all the tracks are recorded on USB.
• MMC ONE - the current track is recorded on SD / MMC.
• USB ONE - the current track is recorded on USB.
• Press the BD/ENT button. [RECORD] appears in the display, followed by [R] (ashing), information on
the storage location (e.g. [01]) and the length of the recording (e.g. [19.58]).
Stopping Recording
• Press the BD/ENT button.
Recording from MP3 / WMA-CD
• Insert an MP3 / WMA CD into the CD compartment.
• Insert an SD or MMC into the SD and MMC port. or Insert a USB memory stick into the USB port.
• Use the LD/MD button to select CD mode.
• Select the track which you would like to record.
Starting Recording
• Press the SCN/REC• button and keep it pressed for two seconds. [COPY MMC] appears in the display
(if an SD or MMC is used). or [COPY USB] appears in the display (if a USB memory stick is used).
The following properties are only possible by repeatedly pressing the SCN/REC• button (depending on
whether an SD / MMC or USB stick is used)
• COPY MMC- the current track is recorded on SD / MMC.
• COPY USB- the current track is recorded on USB.
• Press the BD/ENT button [COPY] appears in the display. Then the percentage of the storage medium
that is used up is displayed.
Stopping Recording
• Press the BD/ENT button.
Starting Delete
• Use the LD/MD button to select the SD/MMC or USB mode. Track playback begins.
• Press the SCN/REC• button and keep it pressed for two seconds. [DELETE] appears in the display.
• Press the BD/ENT button. The current track is deleted automatically.

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HOW TO USE BLUETOOTH IN YOUR CAR AUDIO
How to Perform Pairing
Before you can dial out from the car stereo, you must rst perform PAIRING. Pairing is a procedure used
to connect 2 Bluetooth devices together.
1. This unit’s Bluetooth function is always on, perform the pairing starting from your cellular phone. Refer
to your cellular manual on proper pairing.
2. Perform the search for available Bluetooth devices, “CAR--BT ” will show. Enter ‘0000’ when asking
for code.
3. After successful pairing, connect to the head unit if it is not automatically connected.
How to call / receive calls using wired remote controller
• When there is incoming call, press TALK button once to answer.
• During conversation, press TALK button once to end call.
• To make calls using call history
1. Press and hold TALK button to display “REDIAL” history.
2. Using VOL knob on main unit, turn repeatedly to select the phone number
you want to make call to and press “ ” to dial out.
Note: Up to 20 phone numbers will be displayed including previous outgoing
and incoming calls.
How to call / receive calls using wireless remote controller
• To make calls, press “ ” button on the remote controller followed by press-
ing TEL NO using number keys.
• After entering TEL NO, press “ ” again to dial out.
• During conversation, press “ ” button to end call.
• When there is incoming call, press “ ” button to receive call.
• Press “ ” button to reject incoming calls.
How to make / receive calls using front panel
• To make calls using call history
1. Press and hold “ ” to display “REDIAL” history.
2. Using VOL knob on main unit, turn repeatedly to select the phone number you want to make call
to and press “ ” to dial out.
• During conversation, press “ ” button to end call.
• When there is incoming call, press “ ” button to receive call.
• Press “ ” button to reject incoming call.
Audio Streaming
1. If your phone is “A2DP” format is compatible, you can play music in your mobile and the music will
be transferred to car audio unit.
2. Make sure your mobile and the car radio unit is paired and connected.
3. Play the music in your mobile according to your mobile operating method.
4. Unit will display “A2DP” when receiving A2DP music automatically, but for some mobile your have to
press LD/MD button to change A2DP mode.
5. You can press or on head unit for previous or next tracks.
TALK BUTTON
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Instructions on environment protection
Do not dispose of this product in the usual household garbage at the end of its lifecycle; hand it over at a collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic appliances. The symbol on the product, the instructions for use or
the packing will inform about the methods for disposal.
The materials are recyclable as mentioned in this marking. By recycling, material recycling or other forms of re-utilization
of old appliances, you are making an important contribution to protect our environment.
Please inquire at the community administration for the authorized disposal location.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
COPY RIGHT DENVER ELECTRONICS A/S
www.denver-electronics.com
Note: Specication and the design are subject to possible modication without notice due to improvements.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CD/MP3/WMA PLAYER SECTION
Signal to Noise Ratio > 60 dB
Channel Separation > 50 dB (1kHz)
Frequency Response 20Hz - 20 kHz
TUNER (FM)
Frequency range 87.5-108 MHz
Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz
Sensitivity 2.8 µV
Stereo separation 30 dB
Signal to noise ratio 50 dB
Channel step 50 kHz
LINE-OUT
Output 350 mV
Impedance 10k Ohm
LINE-IN
Frequency Response 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity 775 mV
Impedance 20k Ohm
GENERAL
Power Supply 12V DC (10.8-15.6V) allowable)
Speaker impedance 4 or 8 Ohm
Output power 40W x 4CH
Fuse 10A
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