Premier SCR-29MP3 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
Mobile Audio System
• PLL Synthesizer Stereo Radio
• Digital Compact Disc Player
• Automatically Memory Storing
•Preset Equalization
• Remote Control
• Multi-color LCD Display
JAPAN
®SCR-29MP3

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CONTENTS
Installation .....................................................................................................3
DIN Front-Mount (Method A) ..................................................................................3
Installing the unit ...............................................................................................3
Removing the unit .............................................................................................4
DIN Rear-Mount (Method B) ...................................................................................4
Using the Detachable Front Panel ..............................................................5
Wiring Connection ........................................................................................7
Operation .......................................................................................................8
Remote Control.............................................................................................9
Specification................................................................................................15
Trouble Shooting.........................................................................................16

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INSTALLATION
Notes:
• Choose the mounting location where the unit will not interfere with the normal
driving function of the driver.
• Before finally installing the unit, connect the wiring temporarily and make sure it is
all connected up properly and the unit and the system work properly.
• Use only the parts included with the unit to ensure proper installation. The use of
unauthorized parts can cause malfunctions.
• Consult with your nearest dealer if installation requires the drilling of holes or other
modifications of the vehicle.
• Install the unit where it does not get in the driver’s way and cannot injure the
passenger if there is a sudden stop, like an emergency stop.
•If installation angle exceeds 30˚ from horizontal, the unit might not give its optimum
performance.
•Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperature, such as from
direct sunlight, or from hot air, from the heater, or where it would be subject to dust,
dirt or excessive vibration.
DIN FRONT/REAR-MOUNT
This unit can be properly installed either from “Front” (conventional DIN Front-mount)
or “Rear” (DIN Rear-mount installation, utilizing threaded screw holes at the sides of
the unit chassis). For details, refer to the following illustrated installation methods.
DIN FRONT-MOUNT (Method A)
Installing the unit
1. Dashboard
2. Holder
After inserting the holder into the
dashboard, select the appropriate tab
according to the thickness of the
dashboard material and bend them
inwards to secure the holder in place.
3. Screw
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1. Dashboard
2. Nut (5mm)
3. Spring washer
4. Screw (5 x 25mm)
5. Screw
6. Strap
Be sure to use the strap to secure the
back of the unit in place. The strap can
be bent by hand to the desired angle.
7. Plain washer
Removing the unit
1. Frame
2. 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 with a groove downwards
and attach it.)
3. Lever
Insert the levers supplied with the unit
into the grooves at both sides of the unit
as shown in figure until they click.
Pulling the levers makes it possible to
remove the unit from the dashboard.
DIN REAR-MOUNT (Method B)
Installation using the screw holes on the sides of the unit.
Fastening the unit to the factory radio
mounting bracket.
1. Select a position where the screw holes
of the bracket and the screw holes of
the main unit become aligned (are fitted),
and tighten the screws at 2 places on
each side.
Use either truss screws (5 x 5mm) or
flush surface screws (4 x 5mm),
depending on the shape of the screw
holes in the bracket.
2. Screw
3. Factory radio mounting bracket
4. Dashboard or Console
5. Hook (Remove this part)
Note: The mounting box, outer trim ring,
and half-sleeve are not used for method B
installation.
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USING THE DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL
To Detach the Front Panel
1. Press the open button (OPEN), then the front panel will be folded down.
2. Remove the front panel by pulling its middle-hand side outward.
3. For safekeeping, store the front panel in the supplied protective case immediately
after being removed.
4. Push the front metal plate into the main body. A ‘click’ sound should be heard.
Front Panel
Protective Case
Front Panel
Open

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To Re-install the Front Panel
1. Push the front panel into the main body. A ‘click’ sound should be heard.
2. Note that if the front panel fails to lock in position properly, press control button
may not function and LCD display may be missing some segments. Pressing the
open button and then re-install the front panel again.
Precautions when Handling
1. Do not drop the front panel.
2. Do not put pressure on the display or control buttons when detaching or re-
installing the front panel.
3. Do not touch the contacts on the front panel or on the main unit body. It may result
in poor electrical contact.
4. If any dirt or foreign substances adhered on the contacts, they can be removed
with a clean and dry cloth.
5. Do not expose the front panel to high temperatures or direct sunlight in anywhere.
6. Keep away any volatile agents (e.g. benzene, thinner, or insecticides) from touching
the surface of the front panel.
7. Do not attempt to disassemble the front panel.

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WIRING CONNECTION
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
GREY
GREY/BLACK
VIOLET
VIOLET/BLACK
MAIN UNIT
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
FRONT Lch
SPEAKER
REAR Lch
SPEAKER
FRONT Rch
SPEAKER
REAR Rch
SPEAKER
Rch RED
Lch WHITE
ANTENNA CONNECTOR
RED
YELLOW
BLACK
CHOKE
BOX
BLUE
POWER
ANTENNA
GROUND (B–)
MEMORY
BACK-UP
IGNITION
SWITCH (B+)

OPERATION
GENERAL OPERATION
(1) ON/OFF
Press the PWR button (1) to turn the unit, press it again to turn it off.
Unit can also be turned on by pressing any one of the function key, except the eject
and reset keys)
(2) OPEN BUTTON
Press the OPEN button (2) to slide down the front panel, then to detach the removable
faceplate.
(3 & 4) SOUND ADJUSTMENT
Press SEL button (3) to move display through bass, treble, balance, fader and volume
functions. Rotate the (4) button to right or left to adjust the selected mode. When mode
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has not been adjusted for several seconds, display returns to normal radio or CD
display.
BAS TRE BAL FAD VOL
(Bass) (Treble) (Balance) (Fader) (Volume)
Bass
Press SEL button (3) for one time. Adjust bass level by using VOL (4) button.
Treble
Press SEL button (3) for two times. Adjust treble level by using VOL (4) button.
Balance
Press SEL button (3) for three times. Adjust sound balance between left and right
speakers by using VOL (4) button.
Fader
Press SEL button (3) for four times. Adjust sound balance between front and rear
speakers by using VOL (4) button.
(5) AUTOMATICALLY MEMORY STORING & PROGRAM SCANNING
-Automatic memory storing
Press AMS (MP3) button (5) for several seconds, the radio searches from the
current frequency and checks the signal strength until one cycle search is finished,
and then 6 strongest stations are stored into the corresponding preset number
button.
-Program scanning
Press AMS (MP3) button (5) shortly to scan preset station. When the field strength
level is more than the threshold level of stop level. The radio is holding at that
preset number for several seconds with releasing mute, and then searches again.
(6) MUTE
Press the MUT button (6) to cut down the sound output and LCD will flash. Press it
again to release the mode and recover the previous volume level.
(7) SCAN
Press the SCAN button (7) to set the function to scan mode, which scanning to higher
frequency station with receivable signal and keep on each station for several seconds.
(8) SET THE CLOCK
During radio operation, press the DSP button (8) to recall the time display. Press it
again or activating any tuning function, display will return to station frequency read
out.
Time Setting:
Press and hold DSP button (8), then press the TUN/SEEK/TRACK (11) to adjust
the hour, and press the TUN/SEEK/TRACK (11) to adjust the minute.
(9) LOUDNESS
Press the BND/LOU button (9) for several seconds to reinforce the bass especially
when listening at low volume level, and display will indicate “LOUD”. Press it again
for several seconds to release the mode.

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RADIO OPERATION
(9) BAND SELECTION
At tuner mode, press the BND button (9) shortly to select the desired band. The
reception band will change in the following order:
FM1 FM2 FM3 AM
(10) LOCAL/DISTANT
Press the LOC button (10) to switch to reception of the local station with strong signals
or distant station with weak signals. The unit is initially set to distance mode. Press
the button to switch into local mode and LCD will indicate “LOC”. Press it again to
release the mode.
Note: This function effect during AUTOSEEK or AMS is operating.
(11) STATION SELECTION
- Manual Tune Up/Down
Press and hold TUN/SEEK/TRACK (11) or TUN/SEEK/TRACK (11) for
several seconds for manual tuning frequency upward or downward to next station
with a strong signal.
- Seek Tune Up/Down
Repeatedly press TUN/SEEK/TRACK (11) or TUN/SEEK/TRACK (11) for
auto tuning frequency upward or downward in order to substitute the seek function
in the weakest reception stations.
(12) MONO/STEREO
At FM band, press the MO/ST button (12) to set the reception between mono mode
and stereo mode. In stereo mode, when stereo broadcasting station is received, the
“ST” indicator will appear upon the display.
(13) STATION STORING
Press any one of the Preset buttons (13) (M1~M6) to select a station which had been
stored in the memory. Press this button for several seconds, current station is stored
into the number button.