Jensen MP1314 User manual

MP1314
OWNER’S MANUAL
Mobile Audio System
160
watts peak
40W x 4

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Thank you for choosing a Jensen product. We hope you will nd the instructions
in this owner’s manual clear and easy to follow. If you take a few minutes to look
through it, you’ll learn how to use all the features of your new Jensen MP1314
Mobile Audio System for maximum enjoyment.
General 3
Features 3
Installation 4
Using the Front Panel 8
Rear Panel Connectors 9
Controls and Indicators 10
Operation 14
Basic Operation 14
Radio Operation 16
CD/MP3/WMA Operation 18
Troubleshooting 22
Specications 23

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WARNING! Never disassemble or adjust the unit.
WARNING! To prevent injury from shock or re, never expose this unit to
moisture or water.
WARNING! Never use irregular discs.
GENERAL
Congratulations on your purchase of the Jensen MP1314 Mobile Audio System.
It’s a good idea to read all of the instructions before beginning the installation. We
recommend having your Jensen MP1314 installed by a reputable installation shop.
PLL Synthesizer Stereo Radio
RBDS Operation
CD/MP3/WMA Player
Automatic Memory Storing
Detachable Front Panel
Preset Equalization
Electronic Shockproof (ESP) Function
Memory Card Interface
USB Interface
Auxiliary Input Function
Features
CD / MP3 / WMA
• CD-Text Compatible
• ID3 Tag Compatible
• Directory Search (MP3 / WMA Only)
• Reads up to 255 MP3 and WMA Files on a CD+R / RW
• Audible Forward / Reverse Track Search (CD-DA Only)
• Random, Repeat and Intro
• Play, Pause, Stop, Next Track and Previous Track
AM-FM
• USA / Europe / Latin America Frequency Spacing
• 24 Station Presets (18 FM / 6 AM)
• Auto Store / Preview Scan

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INSTALLATION
Location
• Choose the mounting location where the unit will not interfere with the normal
driving function of the driver.
• Before nally installing the unit, connect the wiring temporarily and make sure
the unit and the 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 modications of the vehicle.
• Install the unit where it does not get in the driver’s way and cannot injure the
passenger if there is an emergency stop.
• If installation angle exceeds 30° from horizontal, the unit might not give its
optimum performance.
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• Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperature, such as
from direct sunlight, or hot air, from the heater, or where it would be subject to
dust, dirt or excessive vibration.
DIN Front/Rear-Mount
This unit can be properly installed either from the “Front” (conventional DIN Front-
mount) or the “Rear”(DIN Rear-mount), utilizing the threaded screw holes at the
sides of the unit chassis). For details, refer to the following illustrated installation
methods.
Take Out Transport Screws Before Installation
Before installing the unit, please remove the two screws.
Take out screw
before installation.

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Installing the unit
Be sure you test all connections rst, and then follow these steps to install the unit.
1. Make sure the ignition is turned o, and then disconnect the cable from the
vehicle battery’s negative (-) terminal.
2. Disconnect the wire harness and the antenna.
3. Press the release button on the front panel and remove the control panel
(refer to “removing the front panel”).
4. Lift the top of the outer trim ring then pull it out to remove it.
5. The two supplied keys release tabs inside the unit’s sleeve so you can remove
it. Insert the keys as far as they will go (with the notches facing up) into the
appropriate slots at the middle left and right sides of the unit. Then slide the
sleeve o the back of the unit.
(1) Front panel; (2) Outer trim ring; (3) Sleeve; (4) L key; (5) R key
6. Mount the sleeve by inserting it into the opening of the dashboard and bend
open the tabs located around the sleeve with a screwdriver. Not all tabs will be
able to make contact, so examine which ones will be most eective. Bending
open the appropriate tabs behind the dashboard to secure the sleeve in place.

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7. Reconnect the wire harness and the antenna being careful not to pinch any
wires or cables.
8. Slide the unit into the sleeve until it locks into place.
9. To further secure the unit, use the supplied metal strap to secure the back of
the unit in place. Use the supplied hardware (Hex Nut, M5mm) and Spring
Washer) to attach one end of the strap to the mounting bolt on the back of
the unit. If necessary, bend the metal strap to t your vehicle’s mounting area.
Then use the supplied hardware (Tapping Screw and Plain Washer) to attach
the other end of metal strap to a solid metal part of the vehicle under the
dashboard. This strap also helps ensure proper electrical grounding of the
unit.
Note: Install the short threading terminal of the mounting bolt to the back of the
unit and the other long threading terminal to the dashboard.
(1) Metal Strap; (2) Mounting Bolt; (3) Hex Nut; (4) Spring Washer;
(5) Tapping Screw; (6) Plain Washer
10. Reconnect the cable to the vehicle battery’s negative (-) terminal. Then replace
the outer trim ring and install the unit’s front panel (refer to “Installing the
front panel”).

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Removing the unit
1. Make sure the ignition is turned o, then disconnect the cable from the
vehicle battery’s negative (-) terminal.
2. Remove the metal strap attached the back of the unit (if attached).
3. Press the release button to remove the front panel.
4. Lift the top of the outer trim ring then pull it out to remove it.
5. Insert both of the supplied keys into the slots at the middle left and right sides
of the unit, then pull the unit out of the dashboard.
DIN Rear Mount (Method B)
If your vehicle is a Nissan or Toyota, follow these mounting instructions.
1. Use the screw holes marked T (Toyota), N (Nissan) located on both sides of the
unit to fasten the unit to the factory radio mounting brackets supplied with
your vehicle.
Dashboard or Console
Screw
Factory Radio
Mounting Bracket
Side View showing
Screw Holes marked
T, N
Screw

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2. To fasten the unit to the factory radio mounting brackets. Align the screw
holes on the bracket with the screw holes on the unit and then tighten the
screws (5x5mm) on each side.
Note: The outer trim ring, sleeve and the metal strap are not used for method B
installation.
USING THE FRONT PANEL
Removing the front panel
1. Press the release button on the front panel and remove the front panel.
2. When the panel is removed, store the panel in the protective case.
Installing the front panel
To install the front panel, insert the panel into the unit housing and make sure
the panel is properly aligned. If the panel is not installed correctly the unit may
malfunction or some keys may not function properly.

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Precautions when handling the font panel
1. Do not drop the front panel.
2. Do not put pressure on the display or control buttons when detaching or re-
installing the front panel.
3. Do not touch the contacts on the front panel or on the or the unit’s main
body. The contacts may be damaged which may result in a poor electrical
connection.
4. If any dirt or foreign substances adhere to the contacts, remove with a clean
and dry cloth.
5. Do not expose the front panel to high temperatures or direct sunlight.
6. Do not use volatile cleaning agents (e.g. benzene, or thinners) on the front
panel surface.
7. Do not attempt to disassemble the front panel.
REAR PANEL CONNECTORS
LEFT CHANNEL
WHITE
RIGHT CHANNEL
RED
RADIO
ANTENNA
CONNECTORS
A AND B
FUSE (15A)
LINE OUT JACKS
Connector A Connector B
1. No Connection 1. REAR RIGHT SPEAKER (+) (VIOLET)
2. No Connection 2. REAR RIGHT SPEAKER (-) (VIOLET/BLACK)
3. No Connection 3. FRONT RIGHT SPEAKER (+) (GRAY)
4. MEMORY +12V (YELLOW) 4. FRONT RIGHT SPEAKER (-) (GRAY/BLACK)
5. AUTO ANTENNA OUTPUT (BLUE) 5. FRONT LEFT SPEAKER (+) (WHITE)
6. No Connection 6. FRONT LEFT SPEAKER (-) (WHITE/BLACK)
7. +12V (TO IGNITION KEY) (RED) 7. REAR LEFT SPEAKER (+) (GREEN)
8. GROUND (BLACK) 8. REAR LEFT SPEAKER (-) (GREEN/BLACK)
Connectors A and B

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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
1. 2 (INT) Button
During disc play, press this button to hear the rst 10 seconds of each track
on the disc. INT ON appears on the display and each track is played in order.
By using this option, you can quickly choose the track(s) on the disc that you
prefer. When the desired track is reached, press the button again to cancel the
introductory mode.
2. Release Button
This button is used to release the mechanism that holds the front panel to the
chassis.
3. 1( ) Button
Press to pause playback. Touch the button again to resume playback.
4. DISC EJECT ( ) BUTTON
When pressed, disc play is stopped and the disc is automatically ejected. The
CD icon will disappear from the display panel and the unit will revert to
radio operation. If the disc is not removed from the unit, it will automatically
be reloaded within 10 seconds to prevent accidental disc damage. The CD
icon will remain displayed to indicate a disc is still loaded in the unit. If the
disc eject button is pressed during radio operation, the disc is automatically
ejected and radio play continues uninterrupted.
NOTE: Always remove the disc from the unit when the disc player is not to be used
for an extended period of time to prevent accidental disc damage and to preserve
disc life.