PhatNoise 000 057 110 User manual

Description Phat Noise
Digital Media Player
Installation Instructions
Part Number 000 057 110
Fitment
Supplier PhatNoise
Re ision 1
Published date: 06-23-03
Sections: Page 1 Installation
Page 6 Set up & Testing
Page 32 Appendix A Template
Page 9 Appendix B Troubleshooting guide
Page 12 Appendix C Quick Reference
Description Application
Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>

Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
Tools Required for Phat Noise Digital Music Player Installations
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Phillips
Screwdri er
Blade
Screwdri er
Scratch
Awl
1/8 ” P u n c h
3mm Allen Wrench
4mm Allen Wrench
10 m m
Socket
Socket
Wrench
#25 Torx
Socket

Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
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000 057 110 Phat Noise Digital Media Player Installation Kits
PHATNOISE DIGITAL MEDIA
PLAYER UNIT
000 057 111
INTERFACE WIRE LEAD
000 051 592
DMS CARTRIDGE
000 051 277
3mm Mount
Screws (6)
10 m m
Mount
Nuts (6)
Brackets (2)
4mm Bracket
Screws (4)
ZVW 269 300

Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
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PhatNoise Digital Media Player Installation Kit–Wiring
Step#03
Locate CD changer cable. Remo e protecti e
foam from CD changer connector. (Remo e
CD changer if so equipped. The Phatbox will
not operate in conjunction with a CD
changer).
Step#01
Carefully remo e trunk liner fasteners and
attachments along the dri er’s side. (Allow
enough room to punch holes and install bolts
behind the liner material).
Step#02
Remo e dri er’s side rear compartment cargo
hook (if applicable).
( iew looking into rear storage compartment
where CD changer units reside).
Step#04
Connect the interface wire lead to the
adapter. Loop excess.Secure the extra wire
length with zip tie straps (not included). Return
the rear compartment door to it’s original
position.
Interface lead

Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
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PhatNoise Digital Media Player Installation Kit–Wiring
Step#05
Route the interface wire lead behind the liner
to where the Phatbox will be installed. Loop
any extra wire and tie down with zip-ties (not
included.)
Step#06
Route the interface wire lead behind the liner-
back to where the Phatbox will be installed.
You may opt to cut out a slit so that the
harness clears the trunk mat.

Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
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PhatNoise Digital Media Player–Mounting.
Step#07
In Appendix A you will find a full sized template for use in locating the holes to attach the PhatNoise
brackets. Carefully position the template, aligning the template horizontally and ertically.
Attention! See Step #08 for template alignment considerations.
Template aligned on suspension raised liner area.
Template location example on suspension area.
(Visualization only).
Step#08
The Template must be positioned to allow 3”
clearance for the interface plug.
3” Clearance
Required
Illustration shows incorrect
mount example-plug is crimped
Step#09
Start pilot hole with template, then punch
through with a hole punch. Make sure the
holes are not too large.

Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
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PhatNoise Digital Media Player–Mounting.
Step#10
The installation brackets are installed on
the trunk liner material in the left rear
suspension area. Do not torque–material
may tear.
Step#11
Rear iew. Do not torque–material may tear.
3mm 10mm
Step#12
The DMS Cartridge MUST be installed in the
unit prior to direct ehicle hook-up. Careful
insertion of the DMS Cartridge is essential.
The cartridge pin assembly must contact the
player electronic feed.
Step#13
Plug interface cable to the back of Phatbox
unit and secure with thumb screws.
The green and red lights will come on
momentarily before going out.

Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
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PhatNoise Digital Media Player–Mounting.
Step#14
Install the four bracket screws. Replace the
liner, trunk carpeting, and access door.
4mm
Completed Wagon installation.
Completed sedan/hatchback installation.

Description Digital Media Player
Installation Instructions–
Set-up and testing
Part Number 000 057 110
Fitment
Supplier PhatNoise™ / Votex GmbH
Re ision 1
Published date: 06-23-03
Description Application
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New Beetle Sedan 98>03.5

1. You should see the red and green lights turn on when you connect the interface lead to the CD changer
harness.
2. About -10 seconds later, both lights should turn off and stay off. DO NOT pull the cartridge out
while the lights are blinking.
3. Tur n on yo ur c ar s t e r e o.
4. Switch to CD changer mode on your head unit.
5. Wait for a welcome track to begin playing. You may have to wait up to 1 seconds for the PhatBox to boot.
6. The PhatBox now needs to be configured to a specific Volkswagen stereo model. Turn on your radio,
find your stereo model in the table below, and follow the corresponding configuration instructions.
Stereo Model Confiquration instructions
Volkswagen Premium IV stereo 1. Press 6 to go to the feature menu.
Volkswagen Premium IV N.B. stereo 2. Press ‘track forward’ until you get to option in the
feature menu.
Volkswagen Premium V stereo 3. Press 'scan' at the prompt, "Select Volkswagen
Volkswagen Premium V N.B. stereo cassette only stereo."
Volkswagen Premium VI stereo 1. Press 6 to go to the feature menu.
w/ CD Player 2. Press ‘track forward’ until you get to option 6 in
the feature menu.
3. Press 'scan' at the prompt, "Select Volkswagen
CD and cassette stereo."
Even when the stereo is off and the key is out of the ignition, the PhatBox will remember the
configuration. You will only need to configure the PhatBox again if:
• The firmware is reprogrammed.
• The PhatBox loses power, e.g. PhatNoise interface cable becomes unplugged, or car battery loses
power.
7. Appendix B of this installation guide contains some troubleshooting tips. You may also consult the
“Appendix B” in the PhatNoise Owner’s Manual for additional troubleshooting information.
Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
PhatNoise Digital Media Player–Set-up and testing.
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Interface Wire Lead
000 051 592
Wire Harness

Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
Starting the PhatBox
The PhatBox is available through the CD mode of the radio. The unit powers on and off automatically,
and resumes where you last left playback.
To begin playback:
1. Insert the DMS cartridge into the cartridge slot of the PhatBox.
2. Turn on the radio and switch to the CD mode. This is labeled CD on the radio.
3. Playback will resume where the system last stopped.
Playback Modes
Mode 1 is "Track Mode". In this mode, the Track up/down buttons move playback to the next/previous track.
The possible active playback modes are playlist, album, artist or genre.
Mode 2 is "Playlist Mode". In this mode, the Track up/down buttons move playback to the next/previous
playlist. After the desired playlist is chosen, wait seconds and the PhatBox will re-enter Track Mode
playing the first track.
Mode 3 is "Album Mode".In this mode, the Track up/down buttons move playback to the next/previous
album. The PhatBox will announce the name of the album, and after seconds the PhatBox will re-enter
Track Mode playing the first track.
Mode 4 is "Artist Mode". In this mode, the Track up/down buttons move playback to the next/previous artist.
The PhatBox will announce the name of the artist, and after seconds the PhatBox will re-enter Track
Mode playing the first track.
Mode 5 is "Genre Playback Mode". In this mode, the Track up/down buttons move playback to the
next/previous genre. The PhatBox will announce the name of the genre, and after seconds the PhatBox
will re-enter Track Mode playing the first track.
Mode 6 is "Features Mode". In the Feature mode you can set special features and options of the PhatBox.
The Track up/down buttons change the feature to be selected. To make a selection, press the SCAN or
Fast Forward button. A voice will describe the features that can be activated.
PhatNoise Digital Media Player–Set-up and testing.
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Bracket Template
Media Player Front
Appendix A.–Bracket template.
8 1/2”
1 3/4”1 3/4”
1 3/4”1 3/4”
Printersettings arybycomputer.
Please check your measurements
before use.

Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
When Installing the PhatBox:
Problem Cause/Solution
No lights come on at all. The PhatBox connector cable and/or head unit wiring harness is
connected incorrectly. Reconnect the PhatBox connector cable
and/or head unit wiring harness correctly. Make sure each
connection is firmly connected.
OR
The DMS cartridge is not fully inserted. Fully insert the DMS cartridge.
OR
A fuse in the car has blown. After checking for short circuits in
the wires, replace the fuse with one with the same rating.
The green light blinks The DMS cartridge is not fully inserted. Fully insert the DMS cartridge.
for 1 seconds, then
turns off, then blinks
for 1 seconds, then
turns off...this cycle
repeats continuously. Or,
File(s) on your cartridge may be corrupt. Run the PhatNoise DMS Doctor on
your computer and follow the recommendations.
The green light blinks at You have updated the firmware on the DMS cartridge and the
a steady rate for longer PhatBox is reprogramming itself. DO NOT REMOVE THE DMS
than 20 seconds. CARTRIDGE. Allow the PhatBox to reprogram itself for up to 10
minutes. When reprogramming is complete, the lights will
turn off and stay off.
Using the PhatBox:
The radio displays NO The system is still booting. Please wait up to 1 seconds for the
MAGAZINE or system to boot, and switch back to CD mode.
CHK MAGAZINE. Or,
The DMS cartridge is not fully inserted. Fully insert the DMS
cartridge.
Or,
File(s) on your cartridge may be corrupt. Run the PhatNoise DMS
Doctor on your computer and follow the recommendations.
Appendix B–Troubleshooting
Note: Check “Appendix B” in PhatNoise Owner’s Manual for additional troubleshooting information.
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General Cases:
Problem Cause/Solution
No Sound. - Adjust the volume of the head unit.
- Make sure the PhatBox cable is correctly connected to the
head unit.
- Make sure the head unit has the CD changer as the active
source.
- Make sure the navigation or telephone mute is not activated.
The head unit does not - Make sure the PhatBox cable is correctly connected to the
recognize the PhatBox. head unit.
- Note that during firmware reprogramming (green light flashing),
your head unit will NOT recognize the PhatBox - for this reason,
it is often better to have the head unit off during programming.
No Sound. The head File(s) on your cartridge may be corrupt. Run the PhatNoise
unit cannot access the DMS Doctor on your computer and follow the recommendations.
PhatBox. Green light on
PhatBox blinksand does
not stop blinking. If you have just downloaded new firmware, this is normal. Wait
about 7 minutes until the green light stops blinking, then both
lights should go off.
Audio skipping occurs Many things can cause a 'skip', or any break in audio playback.
during playback.
If you are hearing breaks in playback, here are some things to
check:
1. When you hear a skip, restart the track (or seek backwards a
bit) to hear if the skip is actually in the music file.
2. Note that on some SSA radios, when the playback mode
changes a brief mute in sound may occur. This is normal and a
property of the radio.
3. Check to see if you are you using the latest firmware and
desktop software. This is very important, as software is updated
frequently.
4. Sometimes a heavily fragmented cartridge can skip due to
increased seek times. Defragment the cartridge for best
performance.
Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
Appendix B–Troubleshooting
Note: Check “Appendix B” in PhatNoise Owner’s Manual for more troubleshooting information.
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Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
Problem Cause/Solution
WMA files are not playing Some software such as Windows Media Player features copy
in the PhatBox protection in their WMA encoding tools. This prevents the
tracks from playing on any device other than your computer.
Disable any "Copy protect music" checkbox when encoding
music (consult your software's manual for more information).
PhatNoise Music Manager The PhatNoise Music Manager database files have been
software errors containing corrupted.
a "Codebase" message. To fix the database:
-Close the PhatNoise Music Manager software.
Or -Run the Database Doctor in the PhatNoise
Music Manager folder on the Start Menu.
The PhatNoise Music If this does not fix the problem, delete the folder
Manager playlists are "Data" in the PhatNoise Music Manager installation
missing or not working directory (usually C:\Program Files\PhatNoise Music
properly. Manager). Please note that this will erase the entire user's
database and playlist files. All the songs will need to be
reloaded and the playlists will need to be redefined.
When transferring files to The DMS has been mounted incorrectly, or improperly
the DMS a message formatted. Cancel the current copy operation, eject the
appears "Long File cartridge, close the PhatNoise Music Manager, restart
names not supported” the PhatNoise Music Manager, and try the operation again.
When a DMS cartridge is The external AC/DC power adapter is not connected.
inserted into the USB Make sure the connection is firmly connected.
cradle, neither the green
nor the red light turn on.
Or The DMS cartridge is not inserted all the way. Apply gentle
pressure with your hand to the top of the DMS cartridge to
see if this makes the lights come on. If the lights go off right
away after you remove your hand, the lever switch inside the
USB cradle may be out of alignment.
USB cradle is not - Make sure the computer is running Windows 98,
recognized properly. Windows ME, Windows 2000, or Windows XP.
WinNT 4.0 and Windows 9 do not have proper USB support.
- The USB interface has been disabled in the system
settings or in the motherboard BIOS.
Voice prompts are missing Check your voice prompt settings:
in the car 1. Insert the DMS.
2. Open the Device view and select the DMS.
3. Press the Hardware Options button.
4. Open the DMS Database Voice Prompts tab and click
Fix Voice Prompts.
Appendix B–Troubleshooting
Note: Check “Appendix B” in PhatNoise Owner’s Manual for additional troubleshooting information.
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Part Number: 000 057 110
Description: Digital Media Player
Supplier: PhatNoise
Fitments: Passat Sedan/Wagon 98>
Golf/GTI 99.5>
Jetta Wagon 01>
Appendix C–PhatBox user’s quick reference
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Current Mode Current Track/Item Random Start Digital Media Player
Current Mode Current Track/Item Start Digital Media Player
Current Mode Current Track/Item Random
Random
Tu r n K n o b t o
select track
Start Digital Media Player
Backward Seek Forward Seek Backward Track Forward Track
Press and hold Press once
Backward Track (Press once) Forward Track (Press once)
Backward Seek (Press and hold) Forward Seek (Press and hold)
Backward Track (Press once)
Backward Seek (Press and hold)
Forward Track (Press once)
Forward Seek (Press and hold)
Tr a c k P l a yl i s t A l b um A r t i s t G e n r e F e a t u r e
Mode Mode Mode Mode Mode Menu
Tr a c k P l a yl i s t A l b um A r t i s t G e n r e F e a t u r e
Mode Mode Mode Mode Mode Menu
Tr a c k P l a yl i s t A l bu m A r t i s t G e n r e F e a t u r e
Mode Mode Mode Mode Mode Menu
Premium 6
New Beetle
with
cassette
player
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