Jackson Electronics iRoc User manual

iRoc®
The Ultimate Smartphone Accessory™
Mobile Multimedia Device
USER MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment
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TableofContents
USERS INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................1
Warnings ........................................................4
Precautions .....................................................6
GETTING STARTED WITH iRoc® .............................8
Components ....................................................9
Mounting Device ...............................................10
Adjusting Levels ................................................12
TECHNICAL DETAILS ...........................................14
In Case of Diculty .............................................15
Specications ..................................................16
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS .........................18
Installation Precautions .........................................19
Connections Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
iRoc®
The Ultimate Smartphone Accessory™
User
Instructions

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UserInstructions
WARNINGS
DO NOT OPERATE ANY FUNCTION THAT TAKES YOUR
ATTENTION AWAY FROM SAFELY DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE.
Any function that requires your prolonged attention should be
performed only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
Failure to do so may result in an accident.
DO NOT WATCH VIDEO WHILE DRIVING.
WATCHING VIDEO MAY HINDER YOUR ABILITY TO SAFELY
DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
AVOID EXCESSIVE VOLUME LEVELS WHILE DRIVING.
High volume levels can cause sounds such as emergency vehicle
sirens, train crossings, horns, etc. to be obscured and result in an
accident. EXCESSIVE VOLUME LEVELS IN AN ENCLOSED SPACE
MAY CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING DAMAGE.

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DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ALTER OR DISASSEMBLE PRODUCT.
Doing so may result in re, electric shock, or other unintended
operation.
FOR USE ONLY IN MOBILE APPLICATIONS WITH
A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND.
Using this product in a manner other than what was intended
may result in re, electric shock, or other type of injury.
USE ONLY THE EXACT AMPERE RATING
WHEN REPLACING FUSES.
Using incorrect fuses may result in damage to the product and/or
damage to your vehicle.
TERMINATE USE IMMEDIATELY IF PROBLEM ARISES.
Failure to do so may result in damage to the product or personal
injury. Return product to nearest authorized Jackson Electronics
dealer or Installation Company for repair or replacement.
PRECAUTIONS
PRODUCT CLEANING
Use a dry, soft cloth to clean the product. If necessary use a cloth
dampened only with water, as any other substance could damage
the plastic or nishes.
TEMPERATURE
Ensure the temperature inside your vehicle is within 0˚C (32˚F)
and 45˚C (113˚F) before using product.
MAINTENANCE
If you experience problems with your iRoc®, do not attempt
to repair the unit yourself. Please return the product to your
nearest authorized Jackson Electronics dealer or Installation
Company for repair or replacement.
WARNING
Opening or tampering with the unit will void all warranties.

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INSTALLATION LOCATION
Make sure the product is not installed in a location subject to any
of the following:
• Prolonged Direct Sunlight
• Excessive Vibration
• Excessive Dust
• High Humidity or Water iRoc®
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COMPONENTS
1. VOLUME / TONE CONTROL KNOB
Turn left and right to increase or decrease volume. When knob is
depressed, blue icons indicate Treble, Bass, and Subwoofer controls.
2. APPLE 30PIN CONNECTOR
Connects to bottom of the iPhone®.
3. SLIDING HEADPHONE JACK
Slides to the right to secure the iPhone in place.
MOUNTING DEVICE
1. POSITION DEVICE
With headphone jack in the open position, rmly slide iPhone onto
30-pin connector.
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Then insert headphone jack into top of device.
ADJUSTING LEVELS
ADJUSTING VOLUME
Turn knob right to increase main volume, left to decrease main
volume.
ADJUSTING TREBLE
Depress knob once to display Treble stylized icon, turn knob right
to increase Treble and left to decrease Treble.
ADJUSTING BASS
Depress knob again to display Bass stylized icon, turn knob right
to increase Bass and left to decrease Bass.
ADJUSTING SUBWOOFER
Depress knob a third time to display Subwoofer stylized icon, turn
knob right to increase Subwoofer and left to decrease Subwoofer.
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2. CONNECT HEADPHONE JACK

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iRoc®
The Ultimate Smartphone Accessory™
TechnicalDetails

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SPECIFICATIONS
POWER RATINGS
RMS Power Output: 18.5W x 4
Max Power Output: 37W x 4
SOUND TUNING
Treble Level Control Range: +/- 15dB
Bass Level Control Range: +/- 15dB
Subwoofer Level Control Range: 0-50dB
DIMENSIONS
“DIN” size: 1 or 2
Chassis Size DIN 1 (W x H x D): 178 mm x 50 mm x 156 mm
Chassis Size DIN 1 (W x H x D): 7” x 2” x 6-1/8”
Chassis Size DIN 2 (W x H x D): 178 mm x 100 mm x 156 mm
Chassis Size DIN 2 (W x H x D): 7” x 3-15/16” x 6-1/8”
GENERAL
Power Requirement: 14.4 (11-16) Volts DC
Pre Output Voltage (before clipping): 2 Volts RMS
Operating Temperature: 0˚C (32˚F) to 45˚C (113˚F)
Weight: x lbs. x oz. (x.x kg)
Due to continuous product improvement, specications and design are subject to change without notice.
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY
UNIT DOES NOT OPERATE
• Vehicle ignition is switched o –
If properly connected, the unit should not operate with vehicle’s
ignition switched o.
• Fuse is blown –
Check any fuses relevant to the unit’s operation and replace with
identical fuse.
• Improper power lead connections –
Ensure power and ground are correctly connected.
UNNATURAL OR NO SOUND
• Volume/treble/bass/subwoofer controls improperly adjusted –
Adjust accordingly.
• Headphone jack is not fully inserted –
Fully remove and insert again, you should feel a rm click
once inserted.
• Unit is not properly installed –
If your iRoc® continues to function improperly, please return
to your nearest authorized Jackson Electronics dealer for repair
or replacement.

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iRoc®
The Ultimate Smartphone Accessory™
Installation
and
Connections

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INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
HAVE INSTALLATION AND WIRING DONE
PROFESSIONALLY
Improper installation could result in product damage, re, or injury.
Please contact the dealer from which you purchased your iRoc®
for installation.
MAKE ONLY PROPER CONNECTIONS
Failure to do so may result in product damage or injury.
ONLY INSTALL PRODUCT IN VEHICLES
WITH 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND
Attempting to do otherwise may result in damage to the product
or vehicle.
DISCONNECT NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
BEFORE INSTALL
Leaving the battery terminal connected may result in injury due
to electric shock.
DO NOT SPLICE INTO OTHER ELECTRICAL WIRES
Cutting away cable insulation to supply power to other equipment
may result in a short circuit, and will exceed the intended current
capacity possibly resulting in re or electric shock.

CONNECTIONS DIAGRAM
L R
AMPLIFIERS
BATTERY
SWI*
Amp Turn-On (blue/black)
Video Out
IGNITION (red)
BATTERY (yellow)
GROUND (black)
L FRONT R
L REAR R
(white) (gray)
(white/black) (gray/black)
(green) (violet)
(green/black) (violet/black)
SUB Front Rear
SUB Front Rear
L R L R
*Steering Wheel Interface
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©2010 Jackson Electronics, Inc
All Rights Reserved
iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
“Made for iPhone” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect
specically to iPhone and has been certied by the developer to meet Apple
performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or
its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this
accessory with iPhone may aect wireless performance.

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P.O. Box 164151• Austin, Texas 78716
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