JBL MR-17.3 User manual

Revised 10 / January / 08
This product is sold and serviced exclusively by Prospec Electronics Inc. and must be returned
to Prospec for in and out of warranty repairs. It can not be serviced under warranty by other JBL
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MARINE
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
Operation Manual
Model No.: MR-17.3
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Contents
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Contents
Wiring
Installing and Removing the Detachable Face
Important Notes
Installation
Supporting the Unit
Identification of Controls and Functions
Controls
Station Tuning
Operating the CD & CD Changer
Precautions and Maintenance
Trouble Shooting Guide & Specifications
Quick Reference Guide for SIRIUS
Identification
PLEASE NOTE: In order to receive Sirius Satellite radio broadcast, you must install
JBL SIR as well as a satellite antenna (both sold separately).
What is SIRIUS Satellite Radio?
SIRIUS, headquartered in New York, offers over 120 channels of digital quality radio
transmitted across the continental US from three high-tech satellites. Along with offering
a full spectrum of music genres, users can also listen to popular news, entertainment
and sports channels. SIRIUS currently offers 65 music channels, 24 news channels
(including traffic and weather), 7 sports channels (including two dedicated play-by-play
channels) and 24 talk / entertainment channels.
For more information on SIRIUS, visit siriusradio.com.
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Quick Reference Guide for Sirius
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1. To Access Satellite Radio
-Press MODE button until SIRIUS appears on the LCD.
- While in any mode other than SIRIUS, simply press SH.SR to enter SIRIUS mode.
2. For Direct Channel Entry
While in SIRIUS mode, press MODE button for over 1.5 seconds to enter Direct Mode. At that
point, the display will show Channel_ _ _ Simply enter the desired number to go directly to
the channel (example: 123).
3. To Access SIRIUS ID number
In SIRIUS mode, press MODE button for over 1.5 seconds, Channel_ _ _ will display on LCD,
enter 000 to display your SIRIUS ID number. SID followed by 12 digits will appear on the
LCD. To exit the display with the SIRIUS ID, press any button other than the PWR button.
4. To Enter Category Mode
While in SIRIUS mode, press BD/FN button for over 1.5 seconds to enter Category mode.
The Category icon will appear on the LCD. Momentarily press Tune up/down button to switch
between category group. To change categories, press and hold Tune up/down button for 1.5
seconds. To return to Direct mode, press and hold BD/FN button until the display says DIRECT.
5. To Preset Channels (up to 20 presets):
You can save up to 20 channels in the memory for direct mode and up to 10 channels in
category mode. There are two possible ways to preset:
- Press MODE button for over 1.5 seconds until Channel_ _ _ displays on LCD. Then use
the numeral key to directly enter what ever channel you would like to store (example:104).
Press the preset button where you would like to store the channel for over 1.5 seconds to
save it to memory.
2. Use TUNE UP/DN button to find a channel you would like to store. Press the preset button
where you would like to store the channel for over 1.5 seconds to save it to memory.
6. To Display Song Title or Artist
In SIRIUS mode, repeatedly press and hold SH.SR button for 1.5 seconds to switch between
song title, artist and composer on the display.
7. For Parental Lock Out Programming
- In SIRIUS mode, select the channel that you want to lock out. Press SH.SR to show SHIFT
icon, then simply press numeral 5 button. It has been locked when Locked Channel appears
on the display.
- To temporarily unlock a channel, manually tune to the channel. When prompted, the display
will read CHANNEL LOCKED, then it will display CODE. Enter your password and the channel
will be unlocked until you change to another channel.
- To permanently unlock a channel, after temporarily unlocking the channel press SH.SR
button to show SHIFT icon on LCD, then simply press numeral 5 button. Then enter your
password again, the channel becomes totally unlocked when LOCK RELEASE displays.
8. To Change the Password (CODE)
In SIRIUS mode, press and hold SEL button, then momentarily press SEL repeatedly until
CODE displays on LCD. Enter your current password first, once you see NEW CODE displays,
enter your new 4-digit password. Now display will show UPDATE which means the system
accepted your new password.
Note: If power is completely removed from stereo, the password will revert back to 0000.

Poor atmospheric conditions - Try again later in the day
Antenna / lead broken or damaged
INTERFERENCE ON RADIO
Power Output : 4 x 45 watts
Power Supply : DC + 12V
Negative Ground
Speaker Impedance: 4 ohm
Tuning Range : 530 ~ 1710KHz(USA)
522 ~ 1620KHz(EUR)
Sensitivity : 35dB / uV
Tuning Range : 87.5 ~ 107.9MHz(USA)
87.5 ~ 108MHz(EUR)
Sensitivity : 10dB / uV
Separation : 30dB
FM TUNER AM TUNER (OPTION)
COMPACT DISC AUDIO AMP & GENERAL
Freq. Response : 20 Hz-20 KHz
Total Harmonic Distortion : 0.8%
Signal - Noise Ratio : 65 dB
Dynamic Range : 90 dB
DISTORTED AUDIO
Trouble shooting guide
Specifications
Check loudspeaker wiring
This product contains a biamp. It is important not to connect the front
loudspeaker ground to the rear speaker ground.
Faulty loudspeaker
Distortion at highest volume levels may be normal, as amplifier has reached
maximum power output. Otherwise the power and ground wire might be too
small of a gauge. Use 10amp cable or more.
Reduce the bass effect or switch off the loudness mode
Boat battery and or charging circuit may be faulty
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Installation Notes
Applicable to both 2 and 4-speaker connection:
A. Connections
B. Din cable connection for remote control
C. Din cable connection for SIRIUS control
D. AUX-IN
E. CD changer socket
F. Antenna socket
This radio contains four separate power amplifiers. To prevent possible damage to
these amplifiers please ensure the following:
i) The boat chassis is not used as a loudspeaker ground(-).
ii) Front and rear loudspeaker connecting wires are not joined together.
iii) Any wires not used when completing a two speaker installation are fully insulated.
iv) The memory wire (yellow) is connected to a permanent + 12V supply.
v) The power wire (red) is connected via the ignition switch of the boat.
Wiring identification
CONNECTOR
(AUTO ANT)
( BACK-UP B+ )
FUSE
1A
( GROUND )
FUSE
( IGNITION B+ )
Blue
Yellow
Black
Red
Gray
Gray/Black
Violet
Violet/Black
( Front Right )
( Rear Right )
Green
Green/Black
White
White/Black
( Front Left )
( Rear Left )
10A
Red
White
Black
White
A
Red
Gray
Rear Line out
Front Line out
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(ANT. socket)
E(CD changer socket)
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(AUX-IN)
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(SIRIUS control) B(Remote control)

Precautions and maintenance
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1. Reset function
A microprocessor reset button has been provided to facilitate manual resetting of
the internal microprocessor. In the unlikely event that the player fails to operate
correctly refer to step 2 below.
Note: It will be necessary to re-enter the radio preset memories as these will have
been erased when the microprocessor is reset. After resetting the player,
ensure all functions are operating correctly.
2. Caution
RESET :
- Simply press the reset button.
- Pressing BD/FN and MODE buttons at the same time for about 3 seconds will also
reset the unit.
CONNECTOR PINS : Always keep connector pin clean.
If the PIN connector looks dirty, use cotton tips to clean it, so as to avoid any
unexpected malfunction caused by dirt.
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CD DISC SLOT
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FRONT PANEL
CD Eject button EJ
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Carrying Case
Front Panel
4. Keep the detachable front panel in the protective case provided.
2. Grip the release section and pull the front panel forward.
- Be careful not to grip the front panel display too tightly or to drop the panel.
3. Close the inner cover.
- After removing the front panel, be sure to close the inner cover to prevent dirt,
dust or other foreign matter from entering the CD slot.
Installing and Removing the Detachable Face
Inner Cover
Release section
Front Panel
To Install / attach the faceplate:
Place the detachable face plate on the
radio one side at a time so that the
grooved edge of the face plate lines up
directly with the connecting piece on
the radio. The face plate should fit easily
inside the plastic trim. When the face
plate is securely in place, a distinct
“click”will be heard, indicating that it is
locked correctly in place.
To remove the face plate:
1.Press Release button, then the front panel will open (fold down).
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Operating the CD & CD changer
1. Loading a CD
Open the door by pushing button (14).
Insert a CD label side up into the slot opening, then close the door.
The CD will begin playing automatically after it is loaded.
2. Select the CD->CDC by pressing the "MODE" button (3) .
3. Press preset button (10) or (11) to choose the DISC that you would like to play.
(This button works when you install the CD changer to the radio unit. CDC is optional.)
4. Play / Pause (6)
Push to pause and push again to resume play.
5. Intro Scan (7)
Press this button to hear the first 10 seconds of each track on the disc.
Press this button again to restore the player to its normal play mode.
6. Repeat play button (8)
While playing a desired track, press RPT button to play the track repeatedly.
Press RPT button again to return to normal play mode.
7. Random play button (9)
Press RDM button to play all tracks on a CD in random sequence.
Press RDM button again to return the player to normal mode.
8. Track Tuning (15)
Search the tracks on the DISC with the and buttons. If you press and hold
the or button continuously, the track goes fast - forward or rewinds .
Notes:
NEVER insert foreign objects into the CD slot opening.
If a CD is difficult to insert, there may already be a CD loaded in the unit.
Some recorded CD-Rs or CD-RWs may not be usable with this CD player.
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Important notes
Prior to the final installation, carry out a sound check. If high distortion or intermittent
sound is experienced, it is possible that the wiring from the CD receiver to the boat's
electrical system is poor or that the battery needs recharging.
If the battery and its charging circuit are OK, then rewire the yellow fused wire of the
CD player directly to the positive terminal (+) of the boat battery.
Marine accessory shops stock the connector blocks and the 10 Amp cable that may
be necessary for extending the fuse wire connection.
Grounding
Make sure that the black wire on the wiring harness is connected to a good ground
point on the boat. If the chassis of the boat is used as a grounding point, make sure
that the surface is scraped clean of paint before attaching the wire to it.
It is preferable to connect the black ground wire directly to negative terminal (-) of
the boat battery.
Warning: polarity...
This model is only suitable for use in boats which have a Negative ground system,
e. g. : the negative terminal of the boat battery is connected to the chassis.
Connecting the Speakers and Power Cables
Before you wire your system, disconnect your boat battery's positive (+) cable.
This helps prevent damage in case of a short. When you complete the wiring,
reconnect the battery cable and test your marine stereo. When connecting your
marine stereo's black ground wire, be sure to connect the wire to a metal part of
your boat or preferably to the negative (-) terminal of the boat battery.
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CHASSIS
NEGATIVE
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1. Manual/Seek tuning buttons (15): Press this button quickly to activate the Seek
mode. The Seek mode will automatically seek and stop at the next station of sufficient
signal strength. Press and hold tuning buttons for 2 seconds to enter manual tuning
mode. The unit will revert back to Seek mode after 10 seconds without use.
2. Manual Station store: Select the desired band and tune to a radio station to be
memorized. Choose the preset button memory location span 1-6 into which the station
is to be stored and press and hold that preset button for 2 seconds.
The station will now be entered into the preset memory. 6 stations can be memorized
on each of the FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1, AM2.
3. A.PS - Auto store function (18)
Press and hold button (18) for approximately 2 seconds until you hear a beep which
confirms the memory function is engaged. The unit will "SEARCH" for six strong
stations and automatically store them on buttons 1 - 6.
You can override the preset station on any button by manually setting a new frequency.
4. Scan (16)
In Radio mode, press the SCAN (16) button to scan strong stations for previewing.
At the desired station press the "SCAN (16)" button again to stop scanning.
5. Program Memory Scan
Momentarily press A.PS and the unit will scan for stored stations.
Momentarily press it again to stop scanning.
Station Tuning
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1. Precautions
Choose the mounting location carefully so that the unit will not interfere with the
normal driving functions of the boat.
Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperature, such as from
direct sunlight or hot air, 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.
2. Mounting angle adjustment
Adjust the mounting angle to less than 20 degrees from horizontal.
3. Mounting example
<< Installation in the cabinet >>
Note: Keep the release key in a safe place as you may need it in future to remove
the unit from the boat.
Installation
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Release Key Half Cabinet
Tap
Bend these claws, if necessary.
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4. Attaching the Trim Ring
- Attach the Trim Ring to the Radio after installing.
- Be sure to insert the Trim Ring in the correct direction.
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c. Area Selection
By pressing SEL(2) button again, the unit will be in Area Selection mode, then turn the
knob right or left to choose USA or EUR. Press and hold BD/FN for 2 seconds to confirm
selection.
d. DSP
Choose from flat, classic, pop or rock by pressing the SEL(2) button again. Adjust with
spindle knob.
e. CODE
See page 14 section 8 “To Change the Password”.
3.Volume control
Turn the spindle knob (2) left or right to decrease or increase the volume level.
The radio will automatically default to volume mode when powered on.
- Bass control
Turn left to decrease the bass.
Turn right to increase the bass.
- Treble control
Turn left to decrease the treble.
Turn right to increase the treble.
-Balance control
Turn left to decrease the right speaker volume.
Turn right to decrease the left speaker volume.
-Fader control
Turn left to decrease the volume level of any speakers connected to the front channel.
Turn right to decrease the volume level of any speakers connected to the rear channel.
4."MODE" button (3)
Press this button to select Radio, CD, CDC, SIRIUS or AUX-IN.
5. BD/FN button (5)
Press the BD/FN(5) button shortly to select the desired band:FM1,FM2,FM3, AM1
and AM2.
6. SHIFT / SCROLL button (4)
SIRIUS function button only.
7. How to adjust the clock / time (17)
Press DIS(17) button once to display the time.
a. Press and hold the DIS (17) button until the time flashes on the display.
b. Turn spindle knob(2) clockwise to set hour.
c. Turn spindle knob(2) counter clockwise to set minutes.
d. Press the DIS button again quickly to accept the adjusted time.
If no button is pressed within 5 seconds, then it automatically accepts the adjusted
time without further intervention from the user.
8. Loudness function (13)
In order to emphasize the bass and the treble at low volume, press the LD (13) button.
To turn off loudness, press the LD button again.
Controls
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1. UNIT
2. RELEASE CASE
3. HEX NUT
4. LOCK WASHER
5. PLAIN WASHER
6. BODY
7. REAR SUPPORT STRAP
8. TAPPING SCREW
9. M5 X 20 HEX BOLT
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HEX
Lock Washer
Plain Washer
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Accessories subject to change without notice.
1. 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 dealer.
2. Warning
Use the specified amperage fuse for each lead.
Use of a higher amperage fuse may cause serious damage.
Supporting the unit
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VOLUME Select BASS Select TREBLE
Select FADER Select BALANCE Select
Controls
1. POWER ON/OFF button (1)
Push the PWR button (1) to turn on the unit. Push the button again to turn off the unit.
2. SEL and VOL button (2)
1) Audio control ( VOLUME / BASS / TREBLE / BALANCE / FADER )
Short pressing the SEL (2) button you can select which of the below features to set:
-VOL display - volume control > press button (2)>
-BAS display - bass tone control >press button (2)>
-TRB display - treble tone control > press button (2)>
-BAL display - balance control > press button (2)>
-FAD display - fader control > press button (2)>
Then use the spindle knob(2) to adjust. In each mode, the waiting time is about 5 seconds.
If the waiting time is over, it returns to the last display mode of Radio, CD, or CDC mode.
These settings are indicated on the display window.
2) Beep 2nd , I-Vol , Area and DSP Selection
When the SEL button (2) is pressed over 2 seconds, the unit will be operated as below:
a. Beep 2nd
In the Beep 2nd mode, you can control Beep on or Beep 2nd by turning the spindle knob.
-Beep on : You can hear "beep" sound when you press any buttons.
-Beep 2nd :You can hear "beep" sound when you press a button over 1.5 seconds.
b. I-Vol
By pressing the SEL button again, the unit will be in I-VOL mode (Initial Volume Level
Adjustment). You can adjust the I-Vol to the setting you want by turning the spindle knob.
After setting the initial level, when the unit is power on/off, detach on/off, and ACC on/off,
if the present level is lower than Initial level, it will keep the present level; and if the
present level is higher than initial level, it will keep the preset level.
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Identification of controls and functions
1. POWER ON / OFF button
2. Electronic Function SELECT button, Volume decrease or increase button
3. MODE button <Radio CD CDC SIRIUS AUX-IN>
4. SH. SR (SHIFT / SCROLL) button (SIRIUS only)
5. BD / FN button
6. CD play / pause button, radio preset 1 button
7. CD intro scan button, radio preset 2 button
8. CD repeat track button, radio preset 3 button
9. CD random play button, radio preset 4 button
10. DISC DOWN (CD changer) button, radio preset 5 button
11. DISC UP (CD changer), radio preset 6 button
12. MUTE button
13. LOUD (loudness) button (#0 SIRIUS only)
14. Front panel release button
15. Radio tune UP / DOWN button, CD track UP / DOWN button
16. SCAN button (#7 SIRIUS only)
17. DISP (display) button (#8 SIRIUS only)
18. A.PS - Auto Preset Scan button (#9 SIRIUS only)
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Beep 2nd I-Vol Area
(FM/AM only)
Press Press Press DSP Press
CODE
(Sirius only)