Planet Audio PC3.5B User manual

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CONTENTS
Precautions..................................................................................................................1
HowtoHandleDiscs...................................................................................................1
LithiumBatteryCell Warnings.....................................................................................1
Precautions and warnings...........................................................................................1
Installation..................................................................................................................2-3
Prepare Installation....................................................................................................2
To Mount theCarRadio...............................................................................................2
Wiring Connections........................................................................................................3
Removal of the Main Unit...............................................................................................3
ControlPanelButtonLocations.......................................................................................4
GeneralOperation......................................................................................................5-6
TurnUnitOn/Off.........................................................................................................5
Adjust Volume(VOL)..................................................................................................5
AdjustMenuOptions(SEL).........................................................................................5
SettheClock(CLK).................................................................................................5-6
ChangetheSource(SRC)...........................................................................................6
Muteon/off................................................................................................................6
Loudnesson/off.........................................................................................................6
PresetEQ(Equalizer).................................................................................................6
USBPort...................................................................................................................6
Hands-freeMicrophone..............................................................................................6
AUXAudio Input Jack.................................................................................................6
Reset the Unit............................................................................................................6
RadioOperation............................................................................................................7
ChangeBands(BAND)................................................................................................7
Manual Tuning(|<< / >>|)............................................................................................7
AutoSeek Tuning(|<< / >>|).......................................................................................7
To Store/RecallPresetStations (1-6)...........................................................................7
Disc/USB Operation......................................................................................................8
To InsertDisc/USB.....................................................................................................8
EjectDisc/USB...........................................................................................................8
Play/Pause.................................................................................................................8
Next/Previous Track....................................................................................................8
FastForward/Backward...............................................................................................8
IntroductionScan........................................................................................................8
Repeatingthesametrack...........................................................................................8
PlayingAll Tracks in Random.......................................................................................8
Track/Folde Navigation...............................................................................................8
RemoteControl...........................................................................................................11
Specifications................................................................................................13
SwitchBetweenUSAareaandEuropeareaFrequency...................................................7
AutomaticStoreStation/PresetStationScan(AMS).....................................................7
Local/DX....................................................................................................................7
Stereo/Mono...............................................................................................................7
PairandConnect.........................................................................................................9
Disconnect or reconnect the bluetooth connection......................................................10
RedialLastDialedNumber.........................................................................................10
SwitchAudioBetweenCaraudioandMoblePhone.......................................................10
To make a call with this bluetooth handsfree system...................................................10
AudioStreaming(A2DP)............................................................................................10
Push-To-Talk............................................................................................................10
Push-To-Talk.............................................................................................................5
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................12
Selectthetrackorfileforplayback in MP3format...........................................................9
Aux Audio Operation......................................................................................................9
BluetoothOperation.......................................................................................................9
AnsweraCall / Reject a Call / EndaCall......................................................................10

PRECAUTIONS
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Precautions & Warnings
•To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and interfer-ence, do not attempt to repair this
unit yourself. Refer all service to a qualified technician.
•Some MP3/WMA files may not be playable.
•Keep the volume at a reasonable level to avoid distracted driving. High volume levels
may make it difficult to concentrate on traffic and road conditions while driving.
•If the car has been in direct sunlight for an extended period, you may need to reduce the
temperature inside the car before turning on and using the unit.
•If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or changed, the preset memory of the unit will
be lost and require reprogramming.
•The unit is designed to be installed in a level,horizontal position.
For optimal performance, avoid installing the unit at an angle.
How to Handle Discs
• Handle a disc by its edges. Do not touch the playing side.
• Before inserting a disc, wipe the disc outward from the disc center with a
clean, soft, dry and lint-free cloth. Do not use solvents or thinners such a
petrol/benzene or cleaners.
• After removing a disc from the disc slot, place the disc in a sleeve or case
to keep it clean and prevent scratches.
• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc surface. If there is glue (or adhesive)
on the disc surface, remove it before using the disc.
Lithium Battery Cell Warnings
• Cell leakage may cause damage to the remote control.
• Do not throw cells into as this may cause an explosion.
• Keep battery cells out of reach of children.
, CAUTION
For coin/button battery used, please refer for further information to the user manual
Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
The batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
WARNING
Do not ingest the battery, Chemical Burn Hazard (The remote control supplied with)
This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can
cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children.
If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from
children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek
immediate medical attention.
• The use of apparatus in moderate climates.
• The symbol indicates DC voltage.

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INSTALLATION
Prepare Radio
1. Before you begin, disconnect the battery negative terminal.
2. Remove the transport screws.
3. Remove chassis from the mounting sleeve.
If you want to remove the chassis from the mounting sleeve, remove the plastic trim out
from both sides. Next, insert the two bracket keys into the left and right side of the chassis, as
illustrated, to separate the chassis from the housing.
Mount Radio
Refer to the “Installation Diagram” to install the unit.
1. Bend the tabs on the mounting sleeve, where necessary, to ensure than the front part of
the main unit will remain into the vehicle dash opening.
2. Insert radio into the mounting sleeve.
3. Use a metal strap to secure the rear part of the chassis using the hardware indicated.
4. Make wiring connections, as illustrated in the “Wiring Diagram.”
5. Install the plastic trim out.
BRACKET KEY
BRACKET KEY
PLASTIC TRIM OUT

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INSTALLATION (CONT.)
INSTALLATION
DIAGRAM
Wiring Connections
Removal of the Main Unit
1. Remove the metal strap from the main unit.
2. Remove the plastic trim out from the main unit.
3. Insert a bracket key into the left and right side of the main unit and draw the unit out of
the mounting sleeve.
HEX BOLT
SPRING WASHER
PLAIN WASHER
TAPPING SCREW
HEX NUT
DASH BOARD
METAL MOUNTING STRAP
CONSOLE
MOUNTING SLEEVE
- Only use speakers with 4 ohms impedance.
- The maximum current of the Amp Remote trigger is 200mA.
!
- The equipment shall be protected by the circuit with max. 10 Amperes of the
front end of DC source.
White
Front Left
Speaker
Rear Left
Speaker
Front Right
Speaker
Rear Right
Speaker
White/Black
ACC + (Red)
GND - (Black)
ANT + (Blue)
Power B+ (Yellow)
Gray/Black
Purple
Purple/Black
Green
Green/Black
Gray
1. AUX-L: AUX Input - Left CH (White)
2. AUX-R: AUX Input - Right CH (Red)
3. FL: Front Left PRE-AMP Output (White)
4. FR: Front Right PRE-AMP Output (Red)
5. RL: Rear Left PRE-AMP Output (White)
6. RR: Rear Right PRE-AMP Output (Red)
10A
ANT F-R R-R
F-L
AUX-R
AUX-L R-L

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CONTROL PANEL BUTTON LOCATIONS
1. (power),
2.
BAND(band) button
4. (pause/play), Preset station1 button
5. INT (intro) 2 button
6. RPT (repeat) 3 button
7. RDM (random) 4 button
8. -10(previous 10 tracks) 5 button
9. +10(next 10 tracks) 6 button
11. CLK (clock setting) butto
10.
n, (end call) button
12. (tune down, seek down,track down, fast reverse) button
13. (tune up, seek up, track up, fast forward)button
14. MUTE button
16. EQ (Equalizer)
15. LOUD (Loudness) button
17.
, (answer call) button
3. AMS (automatic store / preset station scan, automatic music search) button
, Preset station
, Preset station
, Preset station
, previous folder), Preset station
, next folder), Preset station
(eject) button
18. Disc slot
19. IR remote sensor
20.
LCD Display
21.
USB Port
22.
AUX IN (aux audio input) jack
23.
Hands-free Microphone
24. Reset button
SRC (source) button
Volume knob, (Push-To-Talk) button, SEL (select/menu) button

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GENERAL OPERATION
Turn Unit On/Off
• Press any button on the front panel or on the remote control to turn on the unit.
• Press and hold the power ( ) button on the front panel or briefly press the power ( ) button on the
remote control to turn the unit on or off.
Adjust Volume (VOL)
Rotate the VOL knob on the front panel or press the VOL /VOL button on the remote
control to increase or decrease the volume level.
Push-To-Talk
Press the button (VOL knob) to access to smartphones voice assistant capability via Bluetooth.
Adjust Menu Options (SEL)
• Press the and hold the SEL button on the front panel or on the remote control repeatedly to enter into
the setting menu, then press the SEL button repeatedly to select setting items, rotate the VOL knob to
change values: BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, FADER, LOUD ON/OFF, EQ OFF / FLAT / CLASSIC / POP
/ ROCK / JAZZ, DX / LOCAL, STEREO/MONO, VOL LAST / ADJ, AREA US/EU, CLOCK 12/24,
BEEP ON/OFF, VOLUME.
- BASS/TREBLE:-7, -6, ~, -1, 0, +1, ~, +6, +7
- BALANCE:L7, L6, ~, L1, 0, R1, ~, R6, R7
- FADER:R7, R6, ~, R1, 0, F1, ~ , F6, F7
- Loudness: LOUD ON/OFF
- EQ(Equalizer) Setting: OFF, FLAT, CLASSIC, POP, ROCK, JAZZ
- DX/LOCAL: Enables or disables the local broadcast mode (LOCAL).
- Stereo/Mono: Switches between MONO and STEREO reception mode for radio frequencies.
- VOL(LAS/ADJ):This option allows user to preset a volume level as the power-on memory volume
level.
- VOL LAST: In this mode,the unit switches on at the actual volume it had when it was last
switched off.
- VOL ADJ: In this mode, the unit power on at the actual volume that you preseted constant
switch-on volume level.
Press the SEL button to enter the constant switch-on volume adjusting mode and the “A-VOL XX”
will be shown on the LCD display.
Then you can adjust a constant switch-on volume level by rotating the VOL knob.
- AREA US/EU: This car radio is equipped the USA / Europe frequency.
Rotate the volume knob to switch between USA and europe frequency.
The system will change the frequecny setting in about 3 seconds.
- CLOCK 12/24:
This unit is equipped with two types of clock display formats, 12 and 24 hours.
Rotate the volume knob to choose 12 hours format or 24 hours format.
- BEEP ON/OFF:Enables or disables the “BEEP” signal to confirm use.
- VOLUME Level: 0~40
• Rotate the VOL knob on the front panel or press the VOL /VOL button on the remote control
to change values.
Set the Clock (CLK)
1. To display clock time, press and hold the CLK button on the front panel or press the CLK button
on the remote control.

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GENERAL OPERATION
2. To set clock time, press and hold the CLK button and the hour will flash.
3. Rotate the VOL knob to adjust the hour.
4. Press the CLK button on the front panel and the minutes will flash.
5. Rotate the VOL knob to adjust the minute.
Change the Source (SRC)
Press the SRC button to switch between RADIO, DISC(with a CD/MP3 disc inside the disc slot), USB(with
USB device inserted), BT(Bluetooth), and AUX-IN(auxiliary input) modes.
Mute on/off
In power on mode, briefly press the MUTE button to toggle mute on or off. The muted state will be also
released when the volume knob is used.
Loudness on/off
Press the LOUD button on the remote control to turn on the loudness to reinforce the output of bass
frequencies, press again to turn it off.
Preset EQ (Equalizer)
Press the EQ button on the remote control to toggle between EQ OFF, FLAT, CLASSIC, POP, ROCK,
JAZZ.
USB port
Connect to a USB storage device for audio play, or charging of a mobilephone.
Hands-free Microphone
To receive your voice when you calling by using this bluetooth handsfree system.
Aux Audio Input Jack
Connect to the headphone jack on an external device (e.g. a mobile phoneor MP3 player) for audio play.
Reset System (Reset)
Push the RESET button with a thin object with a pointed end to reset the unit.
This function may be used when the LCD does not display normally or soundis distorted, or when any
of controls are disabled.

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RADIO OPERATION
Switch Between USA area and Europe area Frequency
In radio mode, press and hold the volume knob to enter settingmenu, then press the volume knob
repeatedly to access the state of the USA and Europe frequency, then rotate the volume knob to switch
between USA and europe frequency. The system will change the frequency setting in about 3 seconds.
Change Bands (BAND)
Press the BAND button to switch between the FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 and AM2 bands.
Each band stores up to six preset stations.
Manual Tuning ( / )
Press and hold the or button on the front panel or on the remote control to enter manual
tuning mode. In manual tuning mode, press the or button to move the radio frequency
number up or down one step.
Auto Seek Tuning ( / )
In standby mode or while not in manual tuning mode, quickly press the or button to move to
the next/previous available station automatically.
To Store / Recall Preset Stations
The radio can be stored 6 preset stations for each band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 and AM2) for a
total of 30 preset stations.
- To memorize a station:
- Turn the radio on and select the desired band and station.
- Select a station by or button.
- Press and hold the desired preset button (numbered 1-6 on the face of the radio) for more than 2
seconds to save the station to that preset number.
- To recall a preset station:
- Select the desired band.
- Briefly press a preset button (numbered 1-6) to recall the corresponding preset station.
Automatic Store Preset station (AMS)
Press and hold the AMS button to store 18 FM stations and 12 AM stations automatically.
Automatic Preset Scan
Briefly press the AMS button to recall each preset station that stored in the memories in each band.
LOCAL/DX
In urban areas, most stations are strong enough and “LOCAL ON” mode should be selected.
Switch to LOCAL OFF mode to search for stations with weaker signals.
Press the LOC button on the remote control to choose local or distant reception mode.
STEREO/MONO
FM station is received in stereo mode. However, if the signal is weak or reception is not as
good as you would like, switching to MONO mode usually improves the overall sound quality.
Press the ST button on the remote control to choose FM STEREO or MONO audio effect.
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Label Surface Up
DISC/USB OPERATION
To insert DISC / USB
• To play files on a disc, insert a disc with the label surface facing upward
into the disc slot. Playback will begin automatically.
• To play files in a USB device, open the USB port cover, then insert a USB device into the USB port.
Playback will begin automatically.
Eject Disc/USB
• To eject a disc, press the (eject) button to eject the disc and then remove it.
• Remove the USB device to eject a USB device.
Play/Pause
Press the (play/pause) button to pause or resume playback.
Next/Previous Track
To play the next track, press the button; To play the previous track, press the button.
Fast Forward/Backward
To fast forward, press and hold the button; To fast backward, press and hold the button.
Introduction Scan
Press the INT button to play the first 10 seconds of each track, press again to stop the introduction scan,
and play the current track.
Repeating the same track
Press the RPT button to toggle between RPT 1 (Continuously repeats current track), RPT DIR
(Continuously repeats all tracks in current folder), RPT ALL (Play all track),and RPT OFF.
Playing all tracks in random
Press the RDM button to play all tracks in random order, press again to cancel this function.
Track/Folder Navigation
• During a disc, USB mode, press the 5/-10 button to go backward 10 tracks.
Press the 6/+10 button to jump forward 10 tracks.
• During an MP3 disc, USB mode, press and hold the 5/-10 button to go back the previous folder.
Press and hold the 6/+10 button to go to the next folder.
You can repeat this function depending on the number and level of folders.
• These buttons have no this function if the USB device has no folders.
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BLUETOOTH OPERATION
AUX AUDIO OPERATION
DISC/USB OPERATION
Select the track or file for playback in MP3 format
During CD, USB playback, press and hold the AMS button to enter the track search modes:
a) Press the AMS button to enter track search mode.
b) Rotate the VOL knob to select the number of your favorite track with high speed.
You can also press the numerical keys on the remote control to select a specific track by its serial
number.
c) When the desired track number appears, confirm your selection by pressing the SEL button.
This car radio is equipped an external auxiliary input jack (3.5mm) on the front panel, and a pair audio
auxiliary input RCA connector at the rear cabinet of the head unit, it is compatible with audio output
from an MP3 music player.
If you have plugged such a player into the AUX IN jack with a audio cable. Or connect other audio
device to the audio auxiliary input RCA connector on the rear cabinet of the head unit with a audio input
cable. Press the SRC button to switch to the AUX input mode, then you can listen to music from external
devices.
Note:
Do not use the AUX IN jack and the audio auxiliary input RCA connector at the same time,
otherwise, it will cause the audio auxiliary function unusable.
Pair and Connect
Pair the mobile phone with the device before using it.
1. In any mode, prior to pairing and connecting, the BT logo in the LCD indicating that no device is
connected. To begin pairing, enable BT mode on your mobile phone.
2. When the phone finds the car audio system, the “PLANET AUDIO PC35B” name will be displayed.
3. Choose the “PLANET AUDIO PC35B” from the device list to pair and connect with the car audio
system. Upon confirming, the BT logo will stop flashing.
4. When pairing is complete, the mobile phone audio will automatically transfer to the car
audio system whenever a call is made or received, or when the mobile phone plays music.

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BLUETOOTH OPERATION
Disconnect or reconnect the bluetooth connection
Press and hold the button to disconnect or reconnect the bluetooth connection.
Answer a Call
• When the mobile phone is called, the incoming telephone number displays on the LCD display.
• To receive the call, press the button on the front panel.
Reject or End a Call
To reject or end the call, press the button.
Redial Last Dialed Number
Press the button to redial the last dialed phone number.
Switch Audio Between Car Audio and mobile Phone
During a call, press the VOL knob/button to switch the audio source from the car audio system back to
your mobile phone.
To make a call with this bluetooth handsfree system:
a) When linking up the Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone to this bluetooth handsfree system, press the
#button on remote control to access the dial telephone number mode, then press the “0~9”, * and #
button on remote control to input the telephone number, and the entered number will be shown on
the LCD display.
b) If a number has been incorrectly inputted, press the DEL button on the remote control to delete it.
c) Press the button to make outgoing call.
Audio Streaming (A2DP)
The unit supports A2DP (advanced audio distribution profile) wireless streaming audio from your
Bluetooth mobile device directly to your head unit.
You can also control your music from the front panel of the head unit using AVRCP (audio video remote
control profile).
1. After pairing, connecting and enabling streaming audio from a compatible mobile device,
press the SRC button to enter BT mode and the “BT AUDIO” will be shown on the LCD display.
2. When a mobile device is paired, music played through that device will automatically be heard through
the car audio system.
3. Press the or button to play the next or previous on the mobile phone.
4. Press the button to pause or resume music playback.
Push-To-Talk
This Push-To-Talk feature allows direct access to Android and IOS smartphones voice assistant
capability when user establish the bluetooth connection between user’s smartphone and this receiver.
Simply connect directly from this receiver via Bluetooth with button (VOL knob).
Note:
Before using the Push-To-Talk, user must enable the mobile data on user’s smartphone.
To use the navigation feature, switch to the BT Audio source to hear voice commands over your
vehicles speakers.

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REMOTE CONTROL (CONT.)
Button Names and Locations
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Remove Insulating Sheet
The remote control comes with an insulating sheet
attached to the underside of the remote control, as
illustrated on the right. The remote control will not
work until the insulating sheet is removed.
Replace Lithium Battery Cell
1. When the lithium cell battery becomes weak,
replace it as illustrated on the right.
2. Press and hold the movable block in the direction
indicated by arrow 1. At the same time, pull the cell
holder out of the remote control in the direction
indicated by arrow 2.
3. Replace the old cell with a new one, making sure the
(+) polarity is facing upward.
4. Re-insert the cell holder into the remote control.
- Cell leakage may cause damage to the remote control.
- Do not throw cells into as this may cause an explosion.
- Keep battery cells out of reach of children.
Remote Control Operation
Position the emitting window of the remote control toward the sensor window of the unit.
• The operation angle for front panel remote control reception is about 30 degrees.
• The distance between the emitting window of the remote control and the sensor window
of the unit should remain less 5 meters.
1. (Power on/off) button
2. VOL+/VOL-(volume increase/decrease) button
3. Band button, (answer call) button
4. PREV: tune down, seek down; Track down, fast reverse
5. SEL(selection) button
6. NEXT: tune up, seek up; Track up, fast forward
7. Mute button, DEL(Delete) button
8. CLK(clock setting) button, (end call) button
9. button, preset station 1 button, keypad 1
10. INT(intro) button, preset station 2 button,keypad 2
11. RPT(repeat) button, preset station 3 button, keypad 3
12. RDM (random), preset station 4 button, keypad 4
13. -10(previous 10 tracks), preset station 5 button, keypad 5
14. +10(next 10 tracks), preset station 6 button, keypad 6
15. ST(stereo) button, keypad 7
16. LOUD(loudness) button, keypad 8
17. AMS(automatic music search) button, keypad 9
18. SRC(Source) button, keypad *
19. EQ(Equalizer) button, keypad 0
20. LOC(local)/DX button, keypad #
Note: When using the remote control for the first time, you
must pull out the portective plastic tab from the battery compartment
found on the back of the remote control.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Cause Solution
No Power Car ignition not on Switch ignition key to “ACC”
Fuse blown Replace fuse
Disc cannot be loaded Another disc is already in the
player
Eject disc and insert new
one
Disc cannot be read Disc was inserted upside
down
Insert disc with label facing
upward
Disc is dirty or scratched Clean the disc or try to play
a new one
Temperature inside the car
is too high
Allow vehicle to cool before
using player
No sound Volume turned down Adjust volume to desired
level
Wiring not properly
connected
Check and repair wiring
connection
Operation keys not working Front panel not properly
into place
Reinstall the front panel
Car interior is too hot Allow vehicle to cool before
using player
Sound skips Installation angle is more
than 30 degrees
Adjust installation angle to
less than 30 degrees
Disc is dirty or scratched Clean disc or try to play a
new one
Radio does not work Antenna cable not
connected
Insert antenna cable
Automatic radio station
selection does not work
Signals are too weak Select a station manually

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SPECIFICATIONS
General
Chassis Dimensions....................................................................7.0(W) x 6.3(D) x 2.0(H) inches
Power Supply Requirement .............................................................................................DC 12V
Current Consumption ..................................................................................................10A (max.)
Maximum Power Output .............................................................................................50W x 4CH
Radio
FM
USA/ Europe Frequency Range................................................87.5 - 107.9 MHz (200KHz/Step)
87.5 - 108.0 MHz (50KHz/Step)
Usable Sensitivity .............................................................................................................30 dBu
I.F. Frequency ..............................................................................................................10.7 MHz
AM
USA/ Europe Frequency Range....................................................530 - 1710KHz (10KHz/Step)
522 - 1620 KHz (9KHz/Step)
Usable Sensitivity ............................................................................................................20 dBu
I.F. Frequency ...............................................................................................................450 KHz
CD/USB
Usable Audio Formats .........................................................................................CD/MP3/WMA
USB Port Type........................................................................................................................2.0
USB Charging....................................................................................................................5V/1A
Pre-amp Output ..................................................................................................Front and Rear
Frequency Response .........................................................................................20 Hz - 20 KHz
S/N Ratio ............................................................................................................................60dB
BT
BT Profile supports ....................................................................................A2DP, AVRCP, HFP
Range of frequency ........................................................................................................2.4GHz