Phase Linear PMP181 User manual

AM/FM/CD/MP3 Receiver
Receptor AM/FM/CD/MP3
AM/FM/CD/MP3
Ampli~Syntoniseur

PREPARATION
Getting Started
It's a good idea to read all of the instructions
before beginning
the installation.
Contents
Installation Instructions............................ 3
Wiring................................... ....... 5
Installing the Removable Faceplate ......... 6
Operating Instructions.......... ....... 7
CD Player Operating Instructions... ..11
MP3 Player Operation....... 13
Care and Maintenance..... .............. 15
Specifications ......... . ... 16
Installation Requirements
This unit is designed for installation in cars,
trucks and vans with an existing radio opening.
In many cases, a special installation kit will be
requ'lred to mount the radio to the dashboard.
These kits are available at electronics supply
stores and car stereo specialty shops. Always
check the kit application before purchasing to
make sure the kit works with
your vehicle. If you
need a kit but cannot locate one, call
our
customer support line at 1-800-323-4815.
(U.S.A. and Canada only.)
Tools and Supplies
The following tools and supplies are needed to
install the radlo.
Torx type, flathead and Philips screwdrivers
Wire cutters and strippers
Tools to remove existing radio (screwdriver,
socket wrench set
or other tools)
Electrical tape
Crimping tool
Volt meter/test light
Crimp connections
18 gauge wire
for power connections
16-18 gauge speaker wire
Speaker Requirements
Only connect speakers rated with a load
impedance
of 4 ohms. Speakers with a load
impedance
of less than 4 ohms could damage
the unit.
Disconnect Battery
Before you begin, disconnect the battery
negative terminal.
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Toll-Free Installation Assistance
If you require assistance, contact Technical
Support at 1-800-323-4815 from 8:30 a.m. to
7:00 p.m. EST Monday through Friday and from
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST on Saturday.
(U.S.A. and Canada only.)

PMP181
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Using a Mounting
Sleeve
1. Slide the mounting sleeve off the chassis. If
it is locked into position, use the removal
tools (supplied) to disengage
it.
2. Check the dashboard opening size by slid-
ing the mounting sleeve into it. Ifthe opening
is too small, carefully cut or file as necessary
until the sleeve easily slides into the open-
ing. Do not force the sleeve into the opening
or cause it to bend or bow. Check for suffi-
cient space behind the dashboard for the
radio chassis.
3. Locate the series ofbend tabs along the top,
bottom,
and sides of the mounting sleeve.
With the sleeve fully inserted into the dash-
board opening, bend as many ofthe tabs
outward as necessary to firmly secure the
sleeve to the dashboard.
4. Place the radio in front ofthe dashboard
opening
sothe wiring can be brought
through
the mounting sleeve. Follow the wir-
ing diagram carefully
and make certain all
connections are secure and insulated with
wire
nuts or electrical tape. After completing
the wiring connections, turn the unit
on to
confirm operation (vehicle ignition must
be
"on"). If the unit does not operate, re~check
all wiring until the problem is corrected.
5. Make sure the radio is right-side up, then
carefully slide the radio into the mounting
sleeve until it
is fully seated and the spring
clips lock it into place.
6. Attach one end of the perforated support
strap (supplied) to the screw
stud on the rear
ofthe chassis using the hex nut provided.
Fasten the other end ofthe perforated strap
to a secure part ofthe dashboard either
above or below the radio using the screw
provided.
Bend the strap to position it as
necessary.
7. Test the radio using the Operating Instruc-
tions that follow.
CAUTION: The support strap
must be used to prevent
damage to the dashboard from
the weight
of the radio or
improperoperation due to
vibration.
CAUTION: For proper operation
of the CD player, the chassis
must bemounted within 20° of
horizontal. Make surethe unit is
mounted within this limitation.
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INSTALLATION
BEND TABS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Using a Kit
If your vehicle requires the use of an installation
kit to mount this radio, follow the instructions
included with the installation kit to attach the
radio to the mounting plate supplied with the kit.
1. Wire and test the radio as described in step
4 ofUlnstallation Using a Mounting Sleeve",
2. Install the radio mounting plate assembly to
the sub~dashboard according to the installa-
tion kit instructions.
3. Attach the support strap to the radio and
dashboard as described in step 6 of"Instal-
lation Using a Mounting Sleeve",
4. Replace the dashboard trim panel.
ISO Installation
This unit has threaded holes in the chassis side
panels which may be used with the original
factory mounting brackets
of some Toyota,
Nissan, Mitsubishi, Isuzu, Hyundai and Honda
vehicles to mount the radio to the dashboard.
Please consult with your local car stereo
specialty shop for assistance
on this type of
installation.
1. Remove the existing factory radio from the
dashboard or center console mounting.
Save all hardware and brackets as they will
be used to mount the new radio.
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2. Carefully unsnap the plastic frame from the
front of the new radio chassis. Remove
and
discard the frame.
3. Remove the factory mounting brackets and
hardware from the existing radio and attach
them to the new radio.
CAUTION: Do not exceed M5 X 6 MM screw
size. Longerscrews
may touch and damage
components inside the chassis.
4. Wire the new radio to the vehicle as
described in step 4 of "Installation Using a
Mounting Sleeve".
5. Mount the new radio assembly to the dash~
board or center console using the reverse
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procedure in step 1 of"Installation Using a
Mounting Sleeve".
Removing the Radio
To remove the radio after installation:
1. Insert fingers into the groove in the front of
frame
and pull out to remove the frame.
(When re-attaching the frame, point the side
wUh a groove downwards and re~attach.)
2. Insert the removal keys straight back until
they click, and then pull the radio out. If
removal keys are inserted at an angle, they
will not lock properly to release the unit.
REMOVING THE RADIO
Removal Key

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WIRING
Amplifier Wiring
Connect line out for optional
external amplifiers. The red
connector is for the right and the
white connector is for the left.
WARNING/ Nevercombine (bridge) outputs
for use with 1 speaker.
WARNING! Never ground negative speaker
leads to chassis ground.
CAUTION: Failure to wire exactly as shown
may cause electricaldamage to the radio.
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Violet/Black (.)
VIQI$I(+)
"''7'"-T Antenna Connector
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Power Antenna!
Amplifier Remote
Connect to power antenna
or amplifier. If
not used, tape
bare end of wire.
Ground
Connect to ground tennina!.
Memory/Battery
Connect to battery or 12 volt
power source that is always
live. The radio will not work
if this wire is n01 connected.
Accessoryllgnition
Connect to existing radio
wire or radio fuse.
Fuses
When replacing a ruse, make
sure the new fuse is the correct
type and amperage. Using an
incorrect fuse could damage
the radio.

INSTALLING THE REMOVABLE FACEPLATE
Faceplate Installation
To install the faceplate:
1. Slide the left edge ofthe front panel into the
radio.
2. Gently press the right side into place.
STEP 1
STEP 2
PUSH
Faceplate Detachment
To remove the faceplate:
1. Press the release ( ~ )button.
2. Pull gently on the right side of the front panel
to remove it.
STEP 1 STEP 2
3. For safekeeping, store the front panel in the
protective case provided.
Handling Precautions
Make sure the front panel is right~side~up
when attaching it to the chassis, as it cannot
be attached when up-side down.
Do not press very hard on the front panel
when attaching it to the chassis. No more
than light to moderate pressure is needed.
When attaching the front panel, make sure it
is centered in the chassis frame and is
pressed straight into position.
Do not drop the front panel.
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Do not put pressure on the display or control
buttons
when handling the front panel.
Do not touch the electrical terminals on the
front panel or main unit.
Remove dirt or foreign substances with a
clean, dry cloth only.
Do not expose the front panel to extreme
temperatures or direct sunlight.
Keep volatile agents such as benzene,
thinner or insecflcides away from the front
panel.
Do not disassemble the front panel.
When taking the front panel with you, please
use the supplied carrying case to protect the
panel from dirt and damage.
Make sure there is no dust or dirt on the
electrical terminals on the back of the panel
as this could cause intermittent operation or
other malfunctions.

PMP181
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CD Power On/Off Button (PWR)
Press the PWR button (1) to turn the unit on.
Press and hold the PWR button to turn the unit
off.
® Liquid Crystal Display Panel
The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) panel displays
the frequency, time and all activated functions.
Table 1: LCD Display Indicators
1ST!
STEREO
Radio stereo indicator
ad
ARTIST Artist name indicator
! DlJ I
ALBUM Album title indicator
0 TRACK
MP3 file indicator
!-!
FOLDER
MP3 folder/directory
indicator
!ffl3!
MP3 MP3 disc playing
indicator
00 MUSIC
Song title indicator
IEQ!
EQ4 Preset equalizer
indicator
NOTE: It is a characteristic of LCD panels
that, if subjected to cold temperatures for an
extended period of time, they may take
longer to illuminate than under normal
conditions. In addition, the visibility of the
numbers on the LCD may slightly decrease.
TheLCD read-out willreturn to normalwhen
the temperature inside the vehicleincreases
to a normal range.
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® Volume Control (VOL)
To increase the volume level, press the VOL (1\)
up button (3a). To decrease the volume level,
press the VOL (V) down button (3b). The
volume will increase/decrease and the level will
be shown on display panel from a minimum of
"VOL 00" to a maximum of "VOL 4T. The
display will automatically return to the normal
indication 5 seconds after the last volume
adjustment or when another function is
activated.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
@ MENU Button
Press the MENU button repeatedly to access
audio functions (volume, bass, treble, balance
or fade).
Press and holdIhe MENU bullon (4) for more
than 2 seconds to display the system menu.
You can then press the MENU button
repeatedly to access System Menu functions.
Use the VOL up/down buttons (38 and 3b) to
adjust the settings for a selected function. The
display will return
to the normal indication 5
seconds after the last adjustment or when
another function
is activated.
@ Bass Control
To adjust the bass level, first select the Bass
mode by pressing the MENU button (4) until
"BAS" appears on the display panel. Within five
seconds, press
the VOL up/down buttons (3a
and 3b) to adjust the bass response from a
minimum ofuBAS -7" to a maximum of"BAS 7".
"BAS 0" represents a flat response.
@ Treble Control
To adjust the treble level, press the MENU
button (4) until ''IRE'' appears on the display
panel. Within five seconds, press the VOL up!
down bullons
(3a and 3b) 10 adjusllheIreble
from a minimum of ''IRE -7" to a maximum of
"TRE 7". "TRB 00" represents aflat response.
@ Left/Right Balance Control
To adjust the left-right speaker balance, press
and release Ihe MENU bullon (4) unlillhe
"SAL" indication appears on the display panel.
Within five seconds, press the VOL up/down
buttons
(3a and 3b) to adjust the balance
between the left and right speakers from "SAL
10L" (full left)
10 "SAL 10R" (full righl). "SAL 0"
represents an equal balance level between the
left
and right speakers.
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@ Front/Rear Fader Control
To adjust the fronUrear speaker balance, press
Ihe MENU bullon (4) unlil "FAD" appears on Ihe
display panel. Within five seconds, press the
VOL up/down bullons (3a and 3b) 10 adjusllhe
balance between the front
and rear speakers
from
"FAD 10F" (full fronl) 10 "FAD 10R" (full
rear). "FAD 0" represents an equal balance
level between the front
and rear speakers.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
@ Preset Equalizer (DSP)
To adjust the preset equalizer (DSP mode),
press and holdthe MENU button to access the
System Menu and then press the MENU button
repeatedly to navigate to the DSP option. The
preset equalizer applies preset sound effects to
the unit's audio output signal. Within five
seconds, press the VOL up/down buttons
(3a
and 3b) to choose between the following
modes: "POP", "ROCK", "CLASSIC", "FLAT" or
"DSP OFF".
@ Electronic Anti-Skip
Protection (ESP)
To adjust the ESP function, press and holdthe
MENU button to access the System Menu and
then press the MENU button repeatedly to
navigate to the ESP option. Within five
seconds, press the VOL up/down buttons (3a
and 3b) to choose between the following
modes:
ESP 12: Normal road conditions
• ESP 45: Rough, uneven road conditions
@ Audible Beep
To turn on/off the audible beep heard when a
function is selected, press and hold the MENU
button to access the System Menu and
then
press the MENU button repeatedly to navigate
to the Beep option. Within five seconds, press
the VOL up/down buttons
(3a and 3b) to
choose between the following modes: "BEEP
ON" or "BEEP OFF".
® AM/FM Band Selector (BAND)
During radio play, each time the BAND button
(5) is pressed, the radio band changes. The
indications "AM" or
"FM" will appear on the
display panel according to your selection.
® Tuning Control
Rotate the TUNING control (6) clockwise to
tune the radio station higher or counterM
clockwise to tune the station lower.
(]) FM Mono Select (MONO)
During FM radio operation, the MONO button
(7) is used to select monaural or stereo
reception ofthe broadcastsignal. Under normal
reception conditions, the unit should
be left in
the stereo mode (indicated by the stereo icon
when tuned to
an FM stereo signal). Ifthe
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signal is too noisy for comfortable listening,
press the MONO button; the "STEREO"
indication will disappear from the display panel
and "MONO" will appear. To return to stereo
reception
mode, press the button again.
® Loudness Control (LOUD)
When listening to music at low volume levels,
this feature will boost the bass
and treble
ranges
to compensate for the characteristics of
human hearing. Press the LOUD button
(8) to
activate this feature. "LOUD ON" appears on
the display panel. Press the LOUD button (8)
again to turn the LOUD function off.
® Aux In Jack
Use the Aux Injackto connect a portable media
device for playback through the vehicle sound
system.
@ Mode Selector (MODE)
Press this MODE button (10) to select TUNER,
S-CDP, MP3 orAux.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
@ Local/Stereo Reception
Selector (REPEAT, LO/OX)
During radio operation, received signals are
usually in stereo mode as indicated by the "ST"
icon. However, when the signals are weak or
intermittent, you
can activate the Local (LOC)
mode by pressing the REPEAT (LO/OX) button
(16). This mode favors access to local stations
whose signals are much stronger; thereby
improving radio reception. Press the REPEAT
(LO/DX) button again to terminate Local
receive mode.
® Display Selector (OISP)
This unit can display either the clock time or
radio frequency/CD player functions. Press the
OISP bulton (11) to display Ihe time for
approximately 5 seconds. The correct time-of-
day
can be set by pressing and holding the
OISP bulton.
Setting the Clock
To set the clock, perform the following steps:
1. Press the OISP bulton (11) to display Ihe
clock.
2. Press and hold the DlSP button (11) until the
time display flashes.
3. Within 5seconds, press the VOL down but~
ton (3b) to adjust the minutes to the desired
setting.
4. Press the VOL up button (3a) 10 adjust the
hour.
5. Press the DISP button again to return to
radio frequency or disc play or wait five sec~
onds and normal operation will resume auto~
matically.
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