Jensen MP1524BT User manual

MP1524BT
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 MP1524BT
Mobile Audio System for maximum enjoyment.
General 2
Features 2
Installation 3
Rear Panel Connectors 7
Controls and Indicators 8
Remote Control 12
Remote Control Functions 13
Operation 16
Basic Operation 16
Radio Operation 18
CD/MP3/WMA Operation 20
USB Operation 22
Memory Card 22
Disc Notes 23
iPod®/iPhone® Operation 24
Bluetooth® Operation 25
Bluetooth® Audio (A2DP) Operation 29
Microphone 29
Troubleshooting 30
Specications 31
Notes 32

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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 MP1524BT Mobile Audio System.
It’s a good idea to read all of the instructions before beginning the installation. We
recommend having your Jensen MP1524BT installed by a reputable installation shop.
PLL Synthesizer Stereo Radio
RBDS Operation
Automatic Memory Storing
CD/MP3/WMA Player
Electronic Shockproof (ESP) Function
USB Interface
SD Memory Card Interface
Bluetooth Hands-Free Function
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Prole) Stereo Audio Transmission
Auxiliary Input Function
Remote Control
iPod®/iPhone® Ready Function
Features
CD / MP3 / WMA
• CD-Text Compatible
• ID3 Tag Compatible
• Directory Search (MP3 / WMA Only)
• Burn up to 255 MP3 and WMA Files onto 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
• 30 Station Presets (18 FM / 12 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.

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DIN Front Mount (Method A)
The unit can be installed in any dashboard having an opening as shown below:
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. Remove the outer trim ring from the unit
4. 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) Outer trim ring; (2) Sleeve; (3) L key; (4) R key
5. 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. Bend
open the appropriate tabs behind the dashboard to secure the sleeve in place.

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(1) Dashboard; (2) Tabs
6. Reconnect the wire harness and the antenna being careful not to pinch any
wires or cables.
7. Slide the unit into the sleeve until it locks into place.
8. 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 (M 5mm) 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
9. Reconnect the cable to the vehicle battery’s negative (-) terminal. Then replace
the outer trim ring and install the unit’s front panel.

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Removing the unit
1. Make sure the ignition is turned o, and then disconnect the cable from the
vehicle battery’s negative (-) terminal.
2. Remove the metal strap attached to 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.
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.

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REAR PANEL CONNECTORS
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)
ISO Sockets A and B

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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
1. Power On/O ( )/MUTE Button
Press to turn the unit ON. Press and hold to turn the unit OFF. When listening
to audio, press this button momentarily to mute the volume from the unit.
(MUTE will appear on the display). Pressing the button again or adjusting the
volume knob will return the audio to the volume level setting in use before
the mute function was activated.
2. Button
Press to answer an incoming call.
3. Liquid Crystal Display
The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) panel displays the radio band and radio
station frequency. If the station transmits music information this will also
be displayed. This information usually consists of song title and artist. PTY
categories such as news, sports, talk etc. will also be displayed.
4. BAND/LOUD Button
The Band/Loud button performs several functions. When in radio mode, press
to select or change the radio band (AM1, AM2 or FM1, FM2, or FM3). Also in
radio mode pressing and holding the button for several seconds will switch
loudness function ON and LOUD ON will appear on the LCD. Pressing the
button again for several seconds will switch the loudness function OFF and
LOUD OFF will appear. When in Bluetooth® mode press the button to end an
in coming call.