MTX Thunder Sports AWMC3 User manual

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AWMC3
ALL-WEATHER MEDIA CONTROLLER WITH 3" DISPLAY
OWNER’S MANUAL
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
If you have any questions regarding wire routing in a vehicle, please contact MTX Technical Support
at 1-800-225-5689.
When connecting power and ground wires ensure that the red power wire is fused at the point
where it is connected to the vehicle’s battery. Failure to do so can result in damage to the vehicle if a
short circuit develops between the vehicle connection point and the product.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Model #
Serial #
Dealer’s Name
Date of Purchase
IN THE BOX
• All-Weather Media Controller
• Mounting Plate
• U-Shape Mounting Bracket
• (4) M3.5 x 30MM Machine Screws
• (4) M4 Hex Nuts
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this MTX Audio all-weather media controller that is designed to work with
most Bluetooth enabled devices including iPhone®and Android®smartphones and tablets. This easy
to install and use head unit is capable of transforming your Bluetooth enabled mobile device into the
center of your vehicle’s audio system. Congratulations and enjoy the ultimate audio experience with
MTX!
FEATURES
• 3" Full Color TFT Display
• SiriusXM-Ready™ (SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and Subscription Sold Separately)
• AM / FM / WB Tuner
• Bluetooth Audio Streaming
• Internal4x50WattPowerAmplier
• AUX Input
• USB Charging
• iPhone®- Unit Will Charge and Play Music Through USB
• Android®- Unit Will Charge, but Will Not Play Music Through USB
• Unit Will Play Music and Display Album Artwork Using a USB Memory Stick (.mp3)
• Weather Resistant (IP66)
• Selectable EQ
• 2 Sets of Preouts (Front / Rear)
• Backlit Control Buttons
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WIRE CONNECTION
POWER AND SPEAKER CONNECTION
10A 123
456
78
9
10
11
12
SXM
(SiriusXM Connect Tuner Sold Separately)
Black
AUX In
Grey
Line Out (Front)
Brown
Line Out (Rear)
Antenna
DIN
USB
Power / Speaker Connector
10A 123
456
78
9
10
11
12
SXM
(SiriusXM Connect Tuner Sold Separately)
Black
AUX In
Grey
Line Out (Front)
Brown
Line Out (Rear)
Antenna
DIN
USB
Power / Speaker Connector
Pin # Wire Color WireDenition
11
12
6
1
White / Black
White
Green / Black
Green
Front Left Speaker (-)
Front Left Speaker (+)
Rear Left Speaker (-)
Rear Left Speaker (+)
5
4
9
8
Grey
Grey / Black
Purple
Purple / Black
Front Right Speaker (+)
Front Right Speaker (-)
Rear Right Speaker (+)
Rear Right Speaker (-)
2 Blue Remote Output
7
10 Yellow Battery (Fuse 10A)
3 Black Ground
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INSTALLATION
Mounting (Using Mounting Plate)
Tomounttheunit,ndaatsurfacewithadequateclearancebehinditthatprovidesenoughroomfor
the unit and all it’s necessary wiring.
• Once a mounting location has been determined, cut a circular hole 3" (77mm) in diameter.
• After the hole is cut, slide the unit and wiring through the hole. A piece of self adhesive EVA foam
is supplied in order to create a water resistant seal. This may be placed on the back side of the
unit if desired.
• Slide the mounting plate over the backside of the unit and secure with the supplied screws.
• Press on the trim bezel to the front side of the unit.
• Plug in all wiring harnesses and cables. Refer to the wiring diagram for wire harness connection
types.
Mounting (Using U Shape Bracket)
Tomounttheunit,ndaatsurfacewithadequateclearancebehinditthatprovidesenoughroomfor
the unit and all it’s necessary wiring.
• Once a mounting location has been determined, cut a circular hole 3" (77mm) in diameter.
• After the hole is cut, slide the unit and wiring through the hole. A piece of self adhesive EVA foam
is supplied in order to create a water resistant seal. This may be placed on the back side of the
unit if desired.
• Slide the U bracket over the two studs on the back of the unit. Tighten down with supplied nuts.
• Press on the trim bezel to the front side of the unit.
• Plug in all wiring harnesses and cables. Refer to the wiring diagram for wire harness connection
types.
Trim Bezel
Panel
Nuts
U Shape Bracket
Source Unit
Mounting Plate
Source Unit
Trim Bezel
Mounting Screws
Panel
Trim Bezel
Panel
Nuts
U Shape Bracket
Source Unit
Mounting Plate
Source Unit
Trim Bezel
Mounting Screws
Panel
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INSTALLATION
Mounting (Using Optional Vehicle Specic Dash Mount Kit - Sold Separately)
Theunitwillbemountedtoeachvehicledifferently.Makesuretofollowingthevehiclespecic
directions that were included with the dash kit.
• Slide the two included speed clips onto the rear of the dash kit.
• The dash kit may include additional space to mount rocker panel switches for accessories. On
the rear of the dash kit, grooves will be provided to give proper location and size for mounting
additional switches.
• Before mounting the source unit to the dash kit, make sure that the trim bezel that is included with
the source unit is NOT attached. If it is attached, it will need to be removed. It will NOT be used.
• Attach the source unit to the rear of the dash kit using the included nuts.
Speed Clips
Dash Kit
Mounting Screws
Nuts
Nuts
Source Unit
Source Unit
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CONTROLS
1. Power Button ( ) - This push button (On / Off) supplies power to the head unit.
2. Volume / Function Control Knob - Rotate knob to set values and control volume. Press and hold
 knobfor3secondstoaccessEQmenuandconrmfunctionvalues.
3. Source Button - This push button switches between audio sources. Use the Function Control Knob
 (2)tochangeandconrmselections.
4. Mute Button - This push button mutes the audio.
5. Menu Button - This push button accesses the Radio / Bluetooth / Sirius XM settings. Hold the
Menu button to access the General settings. Tap the Menu button while in a menu to exit the
current menu.
6. Previous / Next Buttons ( / ) - These push buttons switch between the previous and next
tracks and radio stations.
7. Play / Pause Button ( ) - This push button will play and pause the audio. While in
FM / AM / Sirius XM mode, the push button will access the FM1 / FM2 / FM3 / AM1 / AM2 / SXM1 /
SXM2 / SXM3 bands.
8. LCD Display
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GENERAL OPERATIONS
Switching On and Off
Press Power Button ( ) to turn the device On. Hold Power Button ( ) to turn the device Off.
Operating Mode
Press Source Button to switch between radio reception (AM / FM / WB / SXM), audio input (AUX),
USB and Bluetooth audio streaming (BT MUSIC). Rotate the VOL knob to change selections and press
VOL knob to enter operating mode.
Volume
Rotate VOL knob to set the volume.
Sound Settings
Hold VOL knob for 3 seconds to enter EQ.
EQ options:
• Rotate VOL knob to select a between a variety of preset modes (Custom, Classic, Jazz, Rock, Pop,
Optimal). In Custom mode, press the VOL knob to select the frequency band (it will be highlighted).
Rotate the knob to adjust the level, to the desired amount. Too much boost will cause distortion.
• PressMenuButtontoconrm.
Mute
Press the Mute Button to mute the audio output. Press the mute button again to unmute the audio.
General Setting
• Hold Menu Button for 2 seconds to access the General Settings.
• Rotate VOL knob to the option to be selected. Press the VOL knob to enter.
1. ClockMode-RotateVOLknobtoswitchbetween12Hand24H.PressVOLknobtoconrm.
2. Clock Adjust - Hours and Minutes can be selected by rotating the VOL knob. Pressing the VOL
knob will select the HR or MIN and the value can then be changed by rotating the knob. Pressing
 theknobwillconrmthesetting.PresstheMenuButtontoexitfromclocksettings.
3. Back Light - Rotate VOL knob to Back Light. Press VOL knob to enter. Rotate VOL knob right to
switch between Low / Mid / High / Auto lighting.
4. FadeandBalance-RotateVOLknobtoFadeorBalanceandpresstoconrm.RotateVOLknobto
 adjust.PressingtheVOLknobasecondtimeconrmssettingandswitchestotheothersetting 
(fade/balance). Rotating the knob adjusts the second setting. Press the Menu Button to exit.
5. EQ - Press VOL knob. Rotate VOL knob to EQ Setup. Press VOL knob to enter. Rotate VOL knob to
 selectavarietyofpresetmodes.PressVOLknobtoconrm.PresstheMenuButtontoexittheEQ
setup.
6. Version - Rotate VOL knob to Version. Press VOL knob to view the current DVD Version and MCU
Version.
7. Factory Reset - Rotate VOL knob to Factory Reset. Press VOL knob to select. Rotate to YES or NO.
Press VOL knob on YES to reset to factory default.
• Press the Menu Button to exit General Menu.
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RADIO FUNCTIONS
Selecting Radio Band
• Press Source Button and rotate VOL knob.
• Press VOL knob to select radio band.
• Select FM or AM band.
Automatic or Manual Search Frequencies
• Press and hold the Previous / Next Buttons ( / ) to start automatic station search.
The search stops when a station is found.
• PressthePrevious/NextButtons(/)brieytochangethefrequencyuntilthedesired
frequency is set.
Storing Frequencies (6 Presets per FM/AM Band)
• Press Menu Button to enter FM Settings. Rotate VOL knob to select Save Presets. Press the
 VOLknobtoconrm.Alistofpresetswillbeshown.RotateVOLknobtothedesiredpreset.Press 
the VOL knob to enter the preset.
Note: Press Play / Pause Button ( ) to select FM1 / FM2 / FM3 or AM1 / AM2.
Recalling Frequencies
• Press Menu Button to enter FM Settings. Rotate VOL knob to select Presets.
• Press the VOL knob. A list of presets will be displayed.
• Rotate the VOL knob to the desired preset. Press the VOL knob to switch to the selected preset.
• FM Band - Press Menu Button, and rotate to FM band. Press VOL knob to select. FM1, FM2, FM3
or AM1, AM2 will be displayed. Rotate the VOL knob to the desired selection and press the
VOL knob to select.
• Auto Store - Press Menu Button and rotate to Auto Store. Press VOL knob to select. The radio will
scan and save the 6 strongest stations into the preset memory.
• Stereo - Press Menu Button and rotate to Stereo. Press VOL knob to select. On / Off will be
displayed to turn stereo tuning ON or OFF.
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RADIO FUNCTIONS
Local
• Press Menu Button to enter FM Settings.
• Press VOL knob and rotate to select Local.
• Press VOL knob and rotate to select Local ON / OFF.
Note: Only stations with good reception quality will be played under the Local setting.
Select USA / Europe Area Frequencies
• Press Menu Button to enter FM Settings.
• Press VOL knob and rotate to select Radio Region.
• Press VOL knob and rotate to select USA / Europe Frequencies.
SiriusXM®OPERATION
Only SiriusXM®brings you more of what you love to listen to, all in one place. Get over 140 channels,
including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment.
Welcome to the world of satellite radio. A SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are required. For
more information, visit www.siriusxm.com.
After installing your SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and antenna, power on your AWMC3 and select
SiriusXM mode. You should be able to hear the SiriusXM preview channel on Channel 1. If you cannot
hear the preview channel, please check the installation instructions to make sure your SiriusXM
Connect tuner is properly installed.
Afteryoucanhearthepreviewchannel,tunetoChannel0tondtheRadioIDofyourtuner.In
addition, the Radio ID is located on the bottom of the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and its
packaging. You will need this number to activate your subscription. Write the number down for
reference.
Note: the SiriusXM Radio ID does not include the letters I, O, S or F.
In the USA, you can activate online or by calling SiriusXM Listener care:
• Visit www.siriusxm.com/activatenow
• Call SiriusXM Listener Care at 1-866-635-2349
For Canadian Subscriptions, please contact:
• Visit www.siriusxm.ca/activatexm
• Call XM customer Care at 1-877-438-9677
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SiriusXM®OPERATION
Selecting SiriusXM
• Press the Source Button and rotate VOL knob.
• Press VOL knob to select SXM mode.
Note: If there is no SiriusXM Tuner connected this mode will be skipped. Please connect your
SiriusXM Tuner to the SiriusXM port located at the back of the unit.
Manual Channel Selection
PressthePrevious/NextButtons(/)brieytochangethechanneluntilthedesiredchannel
is set.
Rapid Channel Browsing
Press and hold the Previous / Next Buttons ( / ) buttons to enter Rapid Channel Browsing
mode. When the button is released, the LCD will show the information of the last channel. The current
channel will automatically play after 3 seconds.
Direct Tuning
Hold the Play / Pause Button ( ) for 3 seconds. Rotate the VOL knob to enter each station digit.
After all 3 digits are input, the radio will directly tune to the desired station.
Category List
To access the Category Selection mode, press the Menu Button to enter SXM Settings. Select
Category List. Rotate the VOL knob to select a desired category.
Band of Presets Selection
In SiriusXM mode, short press the Play / Pause Button ( ) to change the band of presets. The
current band of presets will change in the following order: SXM1 – SXM2 – SXM3. Each band can
hold up to six preset channels, for a total of eighteen preset channels.
User Reset
In SiriusXM mode, press the Menu Button and rotate the VOL knob to scroll down to SXM FACTORY
DEFAULT.PresstheVOLknobtoconrmintheSXMSetupmenu.Thiswillrestoretheproducttothe
factory default condition. This includes, but is not limited to Last Channel Tuned, Restore Presets/
Favorites to Factory Settings, etc. This will not affect any of the other AWMC3 settings, only the
Sirius XM settings and presets.
Add Preset Channel
In SiriusXM mode, press the Menu Button to enter SXM Setup menu. Rotate the VOL knob to SAVE
PRESETSandpresstheknobtoconrm.SixpresetchannelsperbandcanbestoredinthePreset
Menu, for a total of eighteen preset channels. Rotate the VOL knob to select the desired stored preset
number(1-6)andpresstheknobtoconrm.TheSXMmaininterfacewillreturnanddisplay1/2/3/
4 / 5 / 6 on the screen.
Recall Preset Channel
In SiriusXM mode, the preset channels can be stored. Press the Menu Button to enter SXM Settings
menu. Rotate the VOL knob to PRESETS and press the knob to recall the channel.
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