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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areon(+)
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Violet/Black (.)
VIQI$I(+)
"''7'"-T Antenna Connector
--------
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.

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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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CD PLAVER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
@ Disc Slot
With the label surface facing up, gently insert
the disc into the slot until the soft-loading
mechanism engages
and disc play begins. "S-
COP" will appear momentarily. Once loaded,
the track number and elapsed time will appear
in the display.
NOTE: The unit is designed for play of
standard 5" (12 em.) compact discs only. Do
not attempt to use 3" (8 em.) CD singles in
this unit, either with or without an adaptor,
as damage to the player and/or the disc may
occur. Such damage will not be covered by
the warranty on this product.
@ Disc Play/Pause Select
Press the CD "'/11 button (13) to freeze disc
play. Press CD "/11 again to resume disc play.
Press and holdthe CD "/11 button (13) to
activate the First Track fUnction and
automatically play the first track on the disc.
@,@ Track Selector (TUNE/
TRACK)
The Track Select functions are used to quickly
access the beginning ofa particular track.
Each
time the track up (»1) button (15) is pressed,
the next higher track number
is selected, as
shown on the display panel. Each time the track
down
(1«) button (14) is pressed, the next
lower track number is selected, as shown on
the display panel.
@,@ Cue/Review Functions
Press and hold the track up (»1) button (15) to
advance rapidly forward or the track down
(1«)
button (14) to advance rapidly backward.
During eitherfunction, the elapsed time of each
track will
be shown on the display panel.
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@ Track Repeat Play Select
(REPEAT)
During disc play, press the REPEAT button (16)
to repeat play of the selected track ("RPT ON"
will appear on the display panel). Play ofthe
track will continue to repeat until REPEAT
is
pressed again and the "RPT ON" indication
disappears from the display panel. Repeat Play
mode can also be canceled by activating the
Random Play (17) function.

CD PLAVER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
@ Random Play Select
(RANDOM)
During disc play, press the RANDOM button
(17) to play
the tracks on the disc in a random,
shuffled order ("ROM ON" will
appear on the
display panel). In Random Play mode, you can
press the track
1« or »1 buttons (14 and 15) to
select tracks in a random order instead of the
normal progression. Press RANDOM again to
cancel Random Play mode. Random Play
mode can also be canceled by activating the
Repeat Play (16) function.
@ Disc Eject Button
When the disc eject ~ button (18) is pressed,
disc play is stopped, the disc is ejected, and the
unit will change to radio operation. If the disc is
not removed from the unit within 15 seconds,
the disc will be
re~loaded.
NOTE: To preventa disc from accidentally
being damaged, a/ways remove the disc
from the
unit when disc play is finished.
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MP3 PLAYER OPERATION
Instructions for Insert/Eject, Play/Pause, Track
Selection, Cue/Review, Repeat, and Random
are the
same for CD and MP3 operation.
Please see the CD PlayerOperation section for
information about these topics.
After inserting an MP3 disc, "MP3 DISC"
momentarily appears, followed by the track
number and elapsed playing time. After these
initial indications, the following information is
displayed repetitively:
Track number and elapsed time
Folder name
Track name
Song name (if available)
Album name (if available)
Artist name (if available)
Direct Track Search
1. Press and holdthe BAND (Search) button
(5) once to enable direct track searching
(TRK SCH).
2. Press the MENU (Enter) button (4) to con-
firm.
3. Use the VOL upldown buttons (3a and 3b)
to select the desired song/file.
4. If the track number is a single digit, press
and hold
the MENU button to play the
selected track.
If the track number is 2 or 3 digits, press the
MENU button to move to the second and then
first digits. Enter
the right-most digit first and
move to
the left. For example, if the track
number you want to play is 132, you would
enter2 first, followed by 3 and then 1, press·lng
the MENU button after each entry. If you make
a mistake, press
the BAND button to return to
the previous digit and correct your entry. After
entering two
or three digits, press and hold the
MENU button (4) to play
the selected songlfile.
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File Search
1. Press andholdthe BAND (Search) button
(5) to enter search mode. Press again to
enable file name searching (FILE SCH).
2. Press the MENU (Enter) button to confirm.
3. Use the VOL upldown buttons (3a and 3b)
to scroll through all available folders.
4. After locating the correct folder, do one of
the following:
Press andhold the MENU button to play
the first track in the selected folder.
Press the MENU button to display the
tracks
in the selected folder. Repeat this

procedure to navigate through up to 8
levels
of folders.
Character Search
1. Press and holdthe BAND (Search) button
(5)
to enter search mode. Price twice more
to enable directory or file name searching
(CHARSCH).
2. Press the MENU (Enter) button to confirm.
Character "A" will flash on the screen.
3. Use the VOL up/down buttons (3a and 3b)
to select the characters A-Z, *, and 0-9.
4. Press the MENU button (4) to confirm entry
of each character and move to the next
space, up to eight characters.
5. Press and hold the MENU button (4) to
begin the search. If not found, "NOT FND"
will be displayed.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your new radio/CD player does not require any
maintenance. However, proper understanding
ofits
use and handling will help you obtain
maximum enjoyment of
its capabilities. We
recommend that you keep this manual for
reference on the many features of this unit as
well as how to set the clock. The following
points should be observed:
When cleaning the interior of the vehicle, do
not get water or cleaning fluids on the unit.
The CD player is a precision instrument and
will not operate properly in extreme heat or
cold. If such conditions occur, wait until the
interior ofthe vehicle reaches a normal
temperature before using the player.
If the temperature inside the player gets too
hot, a protective circuit will automatically
stop play ofthe disc. In this case, allow the
unit
to cool before operating the player
again.
Never insert anything other than a
5" (12
cm) compact disc into the player as the
mechanism
can be damaged by foreign
objects.
Do not attempt to use 3" (8 cm) CD-Single
discs
in this unit, either with or without an
adaptor, as damage to the player and/or disc
may
occur. Such damage will not be covered
by the Warranty on this product.
When not using the disc player, always
remove the compact disc. Do not leave an
ejected discsitting in the disc slot as this can
expose it to sunlight and other causes of
damage.
Do not attempt to open the unit chassis.
There are
no user-serviceable parts or
adjustment points inside.
When the vehicle warms
up during cold
weather or under damp conditions,
condensation
may appear on the lens ofthe
disc
player. Should this occur, the player will
not operate properly until the moisture has
evaporated.
The unit is designed with a vibration
dampening
CD mechanism to minimize
interruption of disc play
due to normal
vibration. When driving
on rough roads,
however, occasional sound skips may occur.
This will not scratch or damage the disc and
normal play will resume when the rough
conditions cease.
Handling Compact Discs
Dirt, dust, scratches and warping can cause
skips in the playback and deterioration of sound
quality. Please follow these guidelines to take
care ofyour compact discs:
Carefully wipe fingerprints, dust
and dirt from
the disc's playing surface with a soft cloth.
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Wipe in a straight motion from the center to
the outside of the disc.
Never
use chemicals such as record sprays
or household cleaners
to clean CDs, as they
can irreparably damage the disc's surface.
Discs should be kept in their storage cases
when
not in use.
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight, high
temperatures or high humidity for long
periods.
Do not stick paper, tape or labels on disc
surfaces.
RESETBUTTON
A Reset button is located behind the
faceplate
on the left side (the front panel
must be removed to access thebutton). The
Reset function
should only be activated
underthe following circumstances as
it will
erase the time
and pre--set memories: Upon
initialinstallation after all wiring is
completed; If there is a malfunction of any
of the switches on the unit, pressing the
Reset
button may clearthe system and
return to normal operation.

SPECIFICATIONS
CD-R and CD-RW Capability
Depending on media type and method of
"recordinglburning", some
CD~R/RWs may be
incompatible with this unit. After "recording!
burning", the session must beclosed. Please
refer to your software's recommended
procedures for closing a disc/session. Review
your recording software to familiarize yourself
with
the correct "recording/burning" procedures.
We recommend using the latest versions of
ROXIO™ or NEROTM burning software.
This unit will only recognize
the CODA/CDC
and .MP3 formats "recorded I burned" onto a
CD-R/RW. This unit does not support ,WAV,
.WMA, .OGG or other formats.
Technical Specifications
CEA Power Ratings
Power Output: 7 watts RMS X 4 channels into
4-ohms @< 1%THD+N
Signal to Noise Ratio: 70dBA below reference.
(Reference: 1watt, 4-ohms)
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz, -3dB
Reference Supply Voltage: 14.4VDC
CD Player
Signal to Noise Ratio: >85dBA
Frequency Response: 20Hz
to 20kHz, -3d8
Channel Separation: > 55dB @ 1kHz
D/A converter: 1BiUCh
FM Tuner
Mono Sensitivity: 18dBf
50d8 Stereo QUieting Sensitivity: 20d8f
Stereo Separation@ 1kHz: >30dB
Frequency Response: 30Hz to 12kHz, -3dB
AM Tuner
Tuning Range: 530kHz -1710kHz
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Sensitivity @ 20dB Signal to Noise: 30uV
Frequency Response: 30Hz -2kHz, -3dB
General
Power Supply: 11 to 16VDC, negative ground
Fuses: 7 amp/AGC
Dimensions:
7" X 7" X 2" (178mm x 178mm x
51mm)
Specifications subject to change without
notice.