Pyle PLRMR23BTW User manual

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Marine Grade In-Dash AM/FM Receiver
with MP3 Playback & USB/SD/AUX Inputs
USER’S MANUAL
Receiver Models:
PLRMR23BTW, PLRMR27BTB,
PLMRKT36WT, PLMRKT46BK,
PLMRKT38W, PLMRKT48BK

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COTENTS
COTENTS .......................................................................................................................................................1
PRECAUTIONS ..............................................................................................................................................2
Precautions & Warnings ........................................................................................................................2
Lithium Battery Cell Warnings................................................................................................................2
Drives and connections .........................................................................................................................2
Others Warnings ....................................................................................................................................2
INSTALLATION ...............................................................................................................................................3
Installation Procedures ..........................................................................................................................3
Installation Opening ...............................................................................................................................3
To Install the Receiver ...........................................................................................................................3
Wiring Connections................................................................................................................................4
Removal of the Main Unit ......................................................................................................................4
CONTROL PANEL BUTTONS ........................................................................................................................5
GENERAL OPERATION .................................................................................................................................6
Turn Unit On/Off.....................................................................................................................................6
Adjust Volume (VOL) .............................................................................................................................6
Adjust Menu Options (SEL) ...................................................................................................................6
Set the Clock (CLK) ...............................................................................................................................6
Change the Source (MODE)..................................................................................................................7
Mute on/off.............................................................................................................................................7
Loudness on/off .....................................................................................................................................7
Preset Equalizer(EQ).............................................................................................................................7
USB port, Micro SD Card Slot ...............................................................................................................7
Built-in Microphone ................................................................................................................................7
Aux input connector ...............................................................................................................................7
Reset System (RESET) .........................................................................................................................7
RADIO OPERATION .......................................................................................................................................8
Switch Between USA area and Europe area Frequency.......................................................................8
Change Bands (BAND)..........................................................................................................................8
Manual Tuning ( / ) ....................................................................................................................8
Auto Seek Tuning ( / )................................................................................................................8
To Store / Recall Preset Stations ...........................................................................................................8
Automatic Store station/ Preset station scan (AMS) ..............................................................................8
LOCAL/DX .............................................................................................................................................8
STEREO/MONO....................................................................................................................................8
USB / SD CARD OPERATION........................................................................................................................9
To insert USB / SD CARD......................................................................................................................9
Eject USB/SD ........................................................................................................................................9
Play/Pause.............................................................................................................................................9
Next/Previous Track...............................................................................................................................9
Fast Forward/Backward.........................................................................................................................9
Introduction Scan...................................................................................................................................9
Playing all tracks in random...................................................................................................................9
Track/Folder Navigation.........................................................................................................................9
Select the track or file for playback in MP3 format ................................................................................9
AUXILIARY INPUT OPERATION ....................................................................................................................9
BLUETOOTH OPERATION ..........................................................................................................................10
Pair and Connect .................................................................................................................................10
Make a Call..........................................................................................................................................10
Redial Last Dialed Number..................................................................................................................10
Answer a Call.......................................................................................................................................10
Reject a Call ........................................................................................................................................10
End a Call ............................................................................................................................................10
Switch Audio Between Ship/Car Audio and Mobile Phone ..................................................................10
Adjust Talk Volume ..............................................................................................................................10
Audio Streaming (A2DP)......................................................................................................................10
REMOTE CONTROL .................................................................................................................................... 11
SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................................................13

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PRECAUTIONS
Precautions & Warnings
yTo reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and interference, never attempt to repair this unit yourself.
Refer all service to an authorized service centre.
ySome MP3/WMA files may not be playable.
yKeep 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.
yIf the ship/car has been in direct sunlight for an extended period, you may need to reduce the
temperature inside the ship/car before turning on and using the unit.
yIf the battery is disconnected, discharged or changed, the preset memory of the unit will be lost and will
require re-programming.
yThe unit is designed to be installed in a level, horizontal position.
For optimal performance, avoid installing the unit at an angle.
yNever use excessive force when removing or attaching the faceplate.
Handle the display and the buttons gently so as to avoid damage.
Lithium Battery Cell Warnings
yCell leakage may cause damage to the remote control
yDo not throw cells into as this may cause an explosion.
yKeep battery cells out of reach of children.
Drives and connections
Never place foreign objects into the openings of the ship/car receiver (USB jack, card slot, AUX IN
connection) as this will damage the slots and the connections.
Others Warnings
Do not play the ship/car receiver for long periods of time when the motor is switched off as this will cause
the ship/car battery to discharge and the vehicle may not start.

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INSTALLATION
Installation Procedures
First complete the electrical connections and then check that all connections are correct.
Installation Opening
This unit can be installed in any dashboard that has an opening as illustrated as below figure.
To Install the Ship/Car Receiver
Be sure to first test all connections and then follow these steps to install this unit.
1. Make sure the ignition is turned off and then disconnect the cable from the vehicle battery’s negative (-)
terminal.
2. Disconnect the wire harness and the antenna.
3. Lift the left or right top corner of the plastic outer trim ring then pull it out to remove it.
4. Insert the two bracket keys into the left and right side of the chassis, as shown as below figure to
separate the chassis from the housing.
5. Insert the mounting sleeve into the dashboard and bend the mounting tabs out with a screwdriver.
Make sure that the lock lever is flush with the mounting sleeve and that it does not project beyond it.
6. Insert this receiver into the mounting sleeve.
7. Connect wires as illustrated in the “Wiring Diagram.”
8. Install the plastic outer trim ring.
182 mm
53 mm
Bracket key
Bracket key
Plastic outer trim ring

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Wiring Connections
WIRING
DIAGRAM
-Only use speakers with 4 ohms impedance.
-The maximum current of the auto antenna is 200mA.
Removal of the Main Unit
1. Remove the plastic trim from the main unit.
2. Insert a bracket key into the left and the right sides of the main unit and draw the unit out of the
mounting sleeve.
Rear Left Speaker
Purple / Black
Radio Antenna Socket
White: Front Left CH RCA Audio Output
Red: Front Right CH RCA Audio Output
White: Rear Left CH RCA Audio Output
Red: Rear Right CH RCA Audio Output
FUSE 15A
GND(Black)
ACC (Red)
Power B+(Yellow)
ANT(Blue) Rear Right Speaker
Front Right Speaker
Front Left Speaker
Purple
Gray
Gray / Black
White
White / Black
Green
Green / Black
CAUTION
+12V DC
NEGATIVE
GROUND

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CONTROL PANEL BUTTONS
1. (power)/MODE (source) button
2. SEL (select/menu) button and VOL (volume) knob
3. button, BAND(band) button
AMS (automatic store / preset station scan, automatic music search) button
4. (pause/play), Preset station 1 button
5. INT (intro), Preset station 2 button
6. RPT (repeat), Preset station 3 button
7. RDM (random), Preset station 4 button
8. -10(previous 10tracks), Preset station 5 button
9. +10(next 10tracks), Preset station 6 button
10. CLK (clock setting) button, button
11. (tune down, seek down, previous track, fast reverse) button
12. (tune up, seek up, next track, fast forward)button
13. MUTE button
14. IR remote control sensor
15. LCD Display
16. USB port & Micro SD Card Slot
17. MIC hole(built-in Microphone)
18. AUX IN (auxiliary input) jack
19. RESET button
USB
SD
BND CLK
IR
6 +10
5 -10
2 INT
3 RPT
4 RDM
1
/MD
MIC MUTE
AMS
RESET

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GENERAL OPERATION
Turn Unit On/Off
噝Press the power ( ) /MODE button on the front panel to turn on the unit, and long press it again to
turn off the unit.
噝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.
Adjust Menu Options (SEL)
噝Press the SEL button on the front panel or on the remote control repeatedly to cycle through the
following adjustable audio functions: BASS,TREBLE, BALANCE, FADER, EQ OFF/ CLASS/
ROCK/POP/FLAT/, LOUD ON/OFF, DX/LOC, STEREO/MONO, CLOCK 12/24 and AREA US/EU.
噝Rotate the VOL knob on the front panel or press the VOL+ /VOL- button on the remote
control to adjust the selected item.
-BASS:-07,-06, ~, -01,00,+01,~, +06,+07
-TREBLE:-07,-06, ~, -01,00,+01,~, +06,+07
-BALANCE:L07,L06,~, L01, 00, R01,~,R06,R07
-FADER:R07,R06~,R01,00,F01,~,F06,F07
-EQ(Equalizer) Setting: OFF, FLAT, POP, ROCK, CLASS
-Loudness: LOUD ON/OFF
-DX/LOCAL: Enables or disables the local broadcast mode (LOCAL).
-Stereo/Mono: Switches between MONO and STEREO reception mode for radio
frequencies.
-CLOCK 12/24: Select between 12 hours and 24 hours display.
Note: If 12 hour display is selected , AM= Morning; PM= Afternoon
-AREA US/EU: This receiver is equipped the USA / Europe frequency.
Rotate the volume knob to switch between USA and Europe frequency.
The system will change the frequency setting in about 3 seconds.
噝Rotate the VOL knob on the front panel or press the VOL+ /VOL- button on the remote
control to adjust the selected item.
Set the Clock (CLK)
1. To display clock time, press the CLK button.
2. To set clock time, press and hold the CLK button and the hour will flash.
3. Press the or button on the front panel or on the remote control to adjust the hour.
4. Press the CLK button and the minutes will flash.
5. Press the or button on the front panel or on the remote control to adjust the minute.

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Change the Source (MODE)
Press the MODE button to switch between RADIO, BT(Bluetooth), USB(with USB device inserted),
CARD(with SD card inserted) 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 Equalizer(EQ)
Press the EQ button on the remote control to toggle between EQ OFF, ROCK, POP, CLASS, FLAT.
USB port, Micro SD Card Slot
The USB port and Micro SD card slot of this receiver is designed for media playback from flash memory
devices and micro SD.
Built-in Microphone
To receive your voice when you calling by using this Bluetooth hands-free system.
Aux input connector
The 3.5mm auxiliary input stereo connection is designed for devices with 3.5mm line-out or headphone
output.
Reset System (RESET)
The RESET button is used to reset all parameters to factory default settings.
This function may be used when the LCD does not display normally or sound is distorted, or when any of
the controls are disabled. Use a thin object with a pointed end to depress the RESET button.

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RADIO OPERATION
Switch Between USA area and Europe area Frequency
In radio mode, press and hold the VOL/SEL button to enter switch state of the US(USA) and EU
(Europe) frequency, then rotate it to switch between US(USA) and EU(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 station/ Preset station scan (AMS)
Press and hold the AMS button for more than 2 seconds to select six strong stations and store them in
the current band. The radio will automatically scan the current frequency and enter the six strongest
stations into the preset memory positions for that band.
Briefly press the AMS button on the remote control to recall each preset station that saved 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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USB / SD CARD OPERATION
To insert USB / SD CARD
噝To play files on a USB device, open the USB port cover and insert the USB storage device into the
USB port. Playback will begin automatically.
噝Insert an micro SD card into the micro SD slot. Playback will begin automatically.
Eject USB/SD
噝To eject a USB device, press the button to stop playback, then remove the USB device.
噝To eject an SD card, press the button to stop playback, and puss the SD card in the slot, then
remove the micro SD card from the micro SD card slot.
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 10seconds of each track, press again to stop the introduction scan,
and play the current track.
Repeat The Same Track
Press the RPT button to repeat the current track. Press again to stop repeat playback and resume normal
playback.
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
噝In USB or SD card mode, press the 5/-10 button to go backward 10tracks.
Press the 6/+10 button to jump forward 10tracks.
噝In MP3, USB or SD card 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.
Repeat this function depending on the number and level of folders.
噝These buttons have no this function if the USB device or SD card has no folders.
Select the track or file for playback in MP3 format
Press and hold the AMS button to direct select a music file. The “TRK0000” will appear on the display.
Turn the volume control to select the “first number”. Then press the button to move the “first
number” to the left and enter the next number. When the desired track number appears, confirm your
selection by pressing SEL button.
AUXILIARY INPUT OPERATION
This receiver is equipped with an external auxiliary input jack (3.5mm) on the front panel which is
compatible with audio output from an MP3 music player.
Plug such a player into the AUX IN jack with a 3.5mm stereo audio cable and press the MODE button to
switch to AUX input mode. “AUX IN” appears in the display.Listen to music from an external device
through the speaker.
Note:
Adjust the volume of the external device to a comfortable level with the receiver volume control.

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BLUETOOTH OPERATION
Pair and Connect
Prior to using the Bluetooth device as a hands-free system for a Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone for the
first time, you must pair and connect the two devices as follows:
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 this ship/car audio system, the “PYLE” name will be displayed.
3. Choose the “PYLE” from the device list to pair and connect with this ship/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 ship/car audio
system whenever a call is made or received, or when the mobile phone plays music.
Make a Call
噝To make a call, dial the call directly from the paired mobile phone.
噝To make a call with this bluetooth hands free system:
a) When linking up the Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone to this bluetooth hands-free system, press the
button 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 or button to delete it.
c) Press the button to make outgoing call.
Redial Last Dialed Number
Press and hold the button on the control panel to redial the last dialed phone number.
Answer a Call
噝When the mobile phone is called, the incoming telephone number displays on the LCD.
噝To receive the call, press the button on the control panel.
Reject a Call
To reject the call, press the button on the control panel.
End a Call
To end an active call, press the button.
Switch Audio Between Bluetooth hands-free system and Mobile Phone
During a call, press the VOL knob/button to switch the audio source from this Bluetooth hands-free audio
system back to your mobile phone.
Adjust Talk Volume
噝During a call, use VOL knob or VOL+ /VOL- button to adjust the volume level.
噝Use the MUTE button to mute sound.
Audio Streaming (A2DP)
1. Press the /MODE button to enter BT mode and display pause in the LCD display.
2. When a mobile device is paired, music played through that device will automatically be heard through
this Bluetooth hands-free audio system.
3. Press the or button to play the next or previous song on the mobile phone.
4. Press the button to pause or resume music playback.

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REMOTE CONTROL
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.
7KHRSHUDWLRQ angle for front panel remote control reception is about 30 degrees.
7KHGLVWDQFHEHtween the emitting window of the remote control and the sensor window
of the unit should remain less 5 meters.
Button Names and Locations
1. (Power on/off) button
2. VOL+/VOL-(volume increase/decrease) button
3. Band button, (answer call) button
4. button: Tune down, seek down; Previous track, fast reverse
5. SEL(selection) button
6. button: Tune up, seek up; Next Track, 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. MODE 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 protective plastic tab from the battery
compartment found on the back of the remote control.
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SPECIFICATIONS
General
Chassis Dimensions..............................................................178(W) x 108(D) x 50(H) mm
Power Supply Requirement ...................................................................................DC 12V
Current Consumption .......................................................................................15A (max.)
Maximum Power Output ..................................................................................75W x 4CH
Radio
FM
USA/ Europe Frequency Range......................................87.5 -1 07.9 MHz (200KHz/Step)
87.5 -1 08.0MHz(50KHz/Step)
Usable Sensitivity ...................................................................................................30dBu
I.F. Frequency ....................................................................................................10.7 MHz
AM
USA/ Europe Frequency Range...........................................530-1710KHz (10KHz/Step)
522 -1620KHz (9KHz/Step)
Usable Sensitivity .................................................................................................20dBu
I.F. Frequency .....................................................................................................450KHz
USB/Card
Usable Audio Formats ......................................................................................MP3/WMA
Pre-amp Output .........................................................................................Front and Rear
Frequency Response .................................................................................20Hz -2 0KHz
S/N Ratio ...................................................................................................................60dB
BT
BT Profile supports ....................................................................A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP
Range of frequency ................................................................................2.4GHz spectrum

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TROUBLESHOOTING
If you suspect something is wrong, immediately switch power off. Do not use the unit in abnormal
condition, for example without sound, or with smoke or foul smell, can cause fire or electric shock.
Immediately stop using it and call the store where you purchased it. Never try to repair the unit by yourself
because it is dangerous to do so.
General
1) Ship’s/Car’s engine switch is not on.
-Turn your Ship’s/car’s key to ACC or ON.
2) Cable is not correctly connected.
-Check the connection.
3) Fuse is burnt.
-Replace fuse.
4) Volume is in mute or minimum.
-Check volume or mute on/off, adjust volume to a desired level.
5) Sound skips.
-The installation angle is more than 30°. Adjust the installation angle less than 30°.
6) The operation keys do not work.
-The built-in micro-computer is not operating properly due to noise. Press the RESET button to restore
the program to zero.
.
Radio
1) Much noise in broadcasts.
-Station or signal is too weak. Select other stations of stronger signal level.
2) The antenna cable is not connected.
-Insert the antenna cable firmly into the antenna socket of this receiver.
3) Preset station is reset.
-Battery cable is not correctly connected. Connect the battery cable to the terminal that is always live.
USB/SD
USB or SD card is connecting but no sound
-USB or SD card connection is not good. Take it out and insert again.
-USB or SD card is damaged or no music file inside. Change to another USB or SD card, or record music
inside it.