RetroSound One B/C Quick start guide

®
Model One 8/C
Owner's & Installation Guide
Model One AM I FM Radio w/ USB/SO MP3 Playback
and lnfinimount Shaft/Bracket System
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may be copied without written permis s ion
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Retro Manufacturing
5785 Waco Street
Chino, California 91710
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.retrosoundusa.com
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Version 3.3
October 2011

2.
Table of Contents I
Page Number
Welcome, Warning & Precautions..................................1
Table of Contents........................................................... .. 2
Installation &Use Warnings............................................3
Location of Controls, Remote, Connectors, etc ...........4-8
What•s in the Box.............................................................9
Preparing to Install Your Unit..........................................10-16
Model One
Specifications & Dimensions......................17
Using
Your Unit ................................................................18-26
Setting the
Clock .....................................................18
Turning the
Unit On/Off...........................................18
Volume
Adjustment .................................................18
Selecting
Your Listening Source ...........................18
Adjusting the Sound Properties............................18
Special Modes
of Operation/Sub Menu.................19-21
About RDS/ Using RDS functions ..........................22-23
Selected
Source Mode: Radio................................24
Selected
Source Mode: USB..................................25-26
Selected
Source Mode: Auxiliary Input.................27
Limited Warranty..............................................................28

Ob
serv
e
th
e
fo
ll
ow
i
ng
warn
i
ngs
when
us
i
ng
this
unit
OThe
dri
ver
shou
ld
neither
watch
the
display
nor
op
e
rate
th
e
sy
stem
while
driv
i
ng
.
Wa
tching the displ
ay
or operating
th
e system will distract
the driverfr
om
driving safely and cancause
accidents.Always stop
th
e vehicle in a safe location
an
d use
the
pa
rki
ng
brake before
wa
tching the displayor operating
the system.
D
Use
th
e
proper
power
supply.
This product Is design
ed
for operation with a negative
groun
de.d
12
V DC
ba
tt
ery system. Neveroperate this product
with other
ba
ttery systems, especially a 24 V DC battery
system.
DKeep
batteries and
insulation
film
out
of
reach
of
infant
s.
Batte
ri
es
and
In
sula
ti
onfilm can be ingested,
so
keep them
o
ut
of the reach of infants. If
an
infantingests a battery
or
in
su
la
ti
on film, please seek immediate medical.
O
Protect
the
radio.
Do not in
se
rt any foreign objects into the slotof this unit.
DDo
not
disasse
mble
or
modify
the
unit.
Do notdisassembl
e,
modify the unitor attempt
to
repair
th
e
productyourse
lf
. If the productneedsto be repaired, consu
lt
your dealer
or
RetroManufacturing directly.
ODo
not
us
e
th
e
un
it when it is
out
of
order
.
Ifthe
unit
is
out
of order (nopower,
no
sound)
or
in an
abnormal state (hasforeign objects
in it,
is exposed
to
water,
is
smoking, or smel s), turn
it
offimmediately and
consu
lt
yourdealer.
OThe re
mote
c
ontrol
unit
s
hou
ld
be
loose
in
the
car
.
If
th
e remote control unitis loosein the car,
it
co
uldfall on the
floor while driving, get wedged under thebrake pedal,
an
d l
ead
to
atraffic accident.
DRe
fer
fu
se replacement
to
qualified
service
personnel.
When the fuse blows out, eliminate thecause and have it
replaced with
th
e fuse prescribed forthis unit
by
a qualified
service technician.
In
corre
ct
replacement ofthe fuse may lead
to
smoke,
fir
e, and
da
mage
to
the product.
Observe
the
following
cautions
when
using
this
unit.
DKeep
th
e
sound
volume
at
an
appropriate
level.
Keep the volume level low enough
to
be aware ofroad a
nd
tr
affic condltlons while driving.
D
Do
not
inse
rt
or
allow
your
hand
or
fingers
to
be
ca
ught
in
th
e unit.
To
prevent
In
jury, do not get your hand
or
fingers
cau
g
ht
in
movi
ng
parts or in the disc slot. Especially keep infants from
doing
so
.
Observe
th
e
follow
i
ng
caut
i
ons
when
installing.
ORe
fer
wirin
g and
installat
i
on
to
qua
li
fi
ed
service
pers
onn
el.
l
nstala
ti
on
of
this unitrequ
ir
es
special skills and experience.
F
or
maximum safety, have
it
instaled
by
your
dealer.
Retro Manufacturing is not
fiable
for
any
problems res
ult
ingfrom
your
ow
n Installation of the u
nit
Please
be
su
re to foll
ow
ou
r
instruc
ti
ons carefullybefore a
tt
emp
ti
ng
installation
OF
oil
ow
th
e I
nstru
c
tions
to
install
and
wire
the
product.
Not foll
ow
ing
th
eIns
tr
uctions to prope
rl
y
in
stall a
nd
w
ir
e the
product could cause an accide
nt
or fire.
OTake
car
e
not
to
damage
the
leads.
Wh
en wiring take care not to
da
mage the leads. Prevent
th
em
fr
om
ge
tting caug
ht
in
thevehicle chassis, screws, and
m
ov
ing pa
rt
s such
as
se
at
rails. Do notscratch, pull, bend
or
twist
th
e.
leads. Do not run them near heat sources orplace
hea
vy
objects on the
m.
If leads must be routed around sharp
metal edges, protectthe leads
by
winding them with vinyl
tape or similar protection.
OU
se
th
e designated parts and
tools
for
installation.
Use
th
e supp
li
ed
or designated parts
and
appropriate tools
to
insta
ll
the pr
od
uct.The u
se
of parts otherthan those supplied
ordesignat
ed
may r
esu
lt
in
internal damage
to
the
unit.
Fau
lt
y installa
ti
on may l
ead
to an accide
nt
, a malfunction or
fire.
ODi
sconn
e
ct
th
e
le
ad
from
the
negati
ve
(
-}
battery
terminal be
for
e i
ns
ta
ll
at
i
on
.
Wiring and Insta
ll
ationwith the negative
(-)
ba
tt
eryterminal
connected m
ay
cause elect
ri
cal shock and injurydue
to
a
short circuit.
Some cars equipped
wi
th
the electrical safety system have
specific procedur
es
for ba
tt
ery terminal disconnection.
FAILURE TO
FOLLOW
THIS PROCEDURE MAY LEAD
TO
THE
UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY
SYSTEM RESULTING
IN
DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE
AND
PERSONAL INJURY ORDEATH.
ONever
us
e s
af
e
ty
-related
components
for
installation,
grounding
, and
other
such
functions.
Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank,
brake, suspensio
n,
steering wheel, pedals, airbag, etc.)
for
wirin
gorfix
in
g
th
epro
duct
or
its
accessories.
Olnstalllng
th
e
product
on
the
air
bag
cover
or
in
a
location
wh
ere
It
Interferes
with
airbag operation is
prohibited
.
Oln
th
e case
of
Installation
to
an airbag-equipped car,
confirm
warnings a
nd
cautions
of
the
vehicle
manufacturer
befor
e
installation
.
DC
heck
for
piping
,
gasoline
tank
,
electric
wiring,
and
other
items be
for
e i
nstalling
the
product.
If you need to open a hole in thevehicle chassis to attach
or
wire the product, firstcheck where the wire harness, gasoline
tank, and electric wiring are located. Then open
the
ho
le
from outsi
de
if
possible.
ONever
in
sta
ll
t
h&
product
in a
location
where
it
interferes
with
y
our
fi
eld of v
isi
on
.
ONever
ha
ve
the
power
cord branched
to
supply
other
equipment
wi
th
power
.
DAfter
Installation
and w
iring
,
you
should
check
the
normal
op
eration of
other
electrical equipment.
The con
ti
nua
ti
on
of the
ir
use
in
ab
normal conditions may
cause fir
e,
elect
ri
cal sh
oc
k or a traffic acciden
t.
DMakes
ur
e
th
e le
ads
do
not
interfere
with
driving
or
getting
In
and
out
of
the
vehicle.
D
lnsulat
e all
exposed
wires
to
prevent
short
circuiting.
DThis
unit
Is d
es
igned
for
use
exclusively
in automobiles.
DDo
not
op
erate
the
unit
for
a
prolonged
period
with
the
engine
turn
ed off.
Operating
th
e audio systemfora long period
of
time with
th
e
eng
in
e turned offwill drain
th
e battery.
D
Do
not
expo
se
the
unit
to
direct
sunlight
or
excessive
heat.
O
th
erwi
se
th
esewill rai
se
the interiortemperature of
th
e
un
it
, and
it
m
ay
lead
to
smok
e,
fire, or o
th
er damage
to
the
unit.
D
Do
not
us
e
th
e
product
where
it
is
exposed
to
wat
er,
moistur
e,
or
dust.
Exposure
of
the
unit
to
water, moisture, or dustmay lead
to
smoke, fire, orotherdamage
to
the unit. Make especially
sure th
at
the unit does
no
t
get
wet
in
car
washes or on rainy
days.

Location of Controls Quick Start Guide
Please review this section for quick reference, as it contains information on the location of controls and
basic o erations. For s ecific details on the articularOReration, please refer to the table
of contents.
4.
0 POWER on/off: Press the left center knob to turn the unit on. Press and hold the left center knob
for
2 seconds to turn the unit off . Turning the center left shaft controls the volume attenuation up and
down. Note: Volume range is
0- 50(Min/Max).
~Pressing the left centershaft inward activates the SEL (Select) function. Press this repeatedly to
'fll'~ cycle through the DSP (Digital Signal Processing) EQ, Bass,Treble, Balance & Fader function(s).
~Pressing the "1" button allows for selection of a radio preset. When a digital file is played in SD/USB
~mode, this becomes the play/pause button.
A Pressing the "2" button allows for selection of a radio preset or when a digital file is played in SD /
~USB mode pressing this button, the radio will play 10 seconds of each track on the flash drive you
have inserted. Press again to cancel this function.
~Pressing the "3" button allows for selection of a radio preset. When a digital file is played in SD/USB
~mode, pressing this button will allow you to repeatedly play the current track.
~Pressing the "4" button allows for selection of a radio preset. When a digital file is played in SD/USB
W mode, pressing this button will allow you to randomly play all digital tracks on yourflash drive or SD
card.
ft Pressing the "5" button allows for selection of a radio preset. When a digital file is played in SD/USB
V mode, pressing this button this button allows you select folders on yourflash drive or SD Card.
~Pressing the "6" button allows for selection of a radio preset. When a digital file is played in SD/USB
W mode, pressing this button this button allows you select folders on yourflash drive or SD card.
~AUX lnput(s): Allows you to plug in any device with a headphone 1/8"(3.5mm) output, directly into
~the front face of the Model One (Example: Ipod, CD player, Satellite, Mp3 player, etc ). Use the
MODE button to select Aux 1 (Front Aux input)
or Aux 2 (Rear aux input). The rear mounted 3.5mm
Aux input allows you to plug in anothersource unit,
or plug the output of the included SD/USB
remote mountable box to this input
so you can enjoy remote operation of your rearAux input.
~Turning the right center knob to the right & left allows you to tune to the next or previousAm/Fm
frequency. When playing a digital file in SD/ USB mode, this right centershaft will allow you to
change tracks (nexUprevious) when listening
to Mp3I WMA files on an attached USB flash drive or
SD card.
~Pushing in the right center knob for 2 seconds, will allow you to access the sub menu system
where you can adjust: Auto/Manual tuning, RDS On/off, Clock
or Frequency Priority, loudness
on/off, beep on/off, US/EU tuning, stereo/mono, DX (distant)/local tuning volume on default leve
l.

Please review this section for quick reference, as it contains information on the location ofcontrols and
basic o erations. For s ecific details on the articular
OReration , please refer to the table of contents.
4f) T/F Button: Use this button to view the clock, and toggle through various modes. Press and hold to
set the clock in conjunction with the leftcontrol shaft.
fB} MODE Function: Press this button to switch between all modes of operation, Radio/USB/AUX-In
1/AUX-In
2. This button also can access theTA (TrafficAnnouncement function ofthe RDS tuner.)
~BAND Function: Press this button to switch between 3 FM BANDS (FM 1/FM 2/ FM 3) 2 AM
~BANDS (AM-1 AM-2); 30 PRESETS TOTAL. To save your preset, simply hold the pres et button
down, listen forthe confirming beep
or blinking of the preset. Your desired preset will be then
saved.
Q!) SD/USB Remote Mountable box: Rear mounted USB/SD reader allows you to connect any USB
flash/thumb drive
or SD card when the unit is in USB SD mode. In this mode, you can play Mp3 &
unprotected (no DRM) WMAfiles off of the USB drive or SD card! Note: this input is for flash drive
use
or SD use ONLY. This unit will notcontrol an ipod, however you may plug the headphone
output of your ipod
or iphone or any other device that has a headphone output into the aux inputs of
this radio.
~ Backlit LCD Display Window 0
__ WI...._ ____________ .. Press to turn on/off unit
Included RF Remote
Control Legend 8 Press
th is to MUTE volume
0 Press CLK to view c lo ck
A Press MODE to cycle through
V Radio, Aux-in 1 & 2, USB/ SD modes
A Press 1 to access preset in radio
~ mode. When in USB mode, use to
access Play/Pause
A Press 2 to access preset in radio
V mode. When in, use to access
10 second preview
of digital tracks
A Press 3 to access preset in radio
V mode. When in USB/ SD mode, use
to hearcurrent track again
A Press 4 to access preset in ra dio
'!I' mode. When in USB/ SD mode, use
to access RANDOM mode whe n
playing digital files
~ Press 5 to access preset in ra dio
U mode. When in USB/ SD mode, use
to select folders on your USB/ SD
drive/ ca rd
tr.\ Press 6 to access preset in ra dio
'1.!1 mode. When in USB/ SD mode, use
to select folders on your drive/card
~ Press +/ - to de cr ease I i ncr ea se
Q1 volume
i£\ Press ++t o ma nua ll y select Am /Fm
~frequen cie s. In US B/ SD mode us e thisto
se lect ne xt or prev ious digit al tracks Pr ess
and ho ld to fast f01w ard or re wi nd
~ Press SEL repeatedly to cycle
~ thro ug h the EQ, Bass, Treble,
Balance &
Fader function(s) Press
and ho
ld SE L to ac cess S ub menu
to adjust Loudness, B eep , Band, etc
~ Press BAND to c yc le th rough
~ AM /FM band (Fm-1-3, A m- 1- 2)

Please note that some remotes included
with our Model One radios may not come coded
to the radio from the factory. Follow the
procedure below to code the remote to the radio.
HOW TO CODEA NEW REMOTE INTO YOUR MODELONE RADIO
(FOR QUESTIONS
CALL 888-325-1555 OR SEND EMAIL TO [email protected])
6.
2. PRESS & HOLD
FOR 2 SECONDS
3. PRESS "1122" USING PRESET BUTTONS, WAIT FOR BEEP,
GO
TO STEP4
1. TURN ON RADIO BY PRESSING LEFT CENTER SHAFT BUTTON
2. PRESS AND HOLD THE RIGHT CENTER SHAFT BUTTON FOR 2 SECONDS,
THEN RELEASE BUTTON
3. PRESS THE FOLLOWING PRESET BUTTONS "1122" LISTEN FOR BEEP,
GO TO STEP4
4. PRESS ANY BUTTON ON THE REMOTE TO ALLOW THE RADIO
TO RECOGNIZE THE REMOTE.

7.
CONTINUED Location ofControls &Connectors
REAR View of Model One
Internal Amplifier
Heats ink
Threaded mount for metal backstrap
(included) used for rear support of
main body ••••••
External Antenna
Input
4 RCA outputs
for adding external
amplification
Female ISO wire harness connector
w/1 male power / ground harness
& 1 male speaker lead harness
Input for included SD/USB/ AUX
Remote Mountable box
3. 5mm
Auxiliary Input

8.
Remote Mountable SD/USB/Aux-ln Box
SO Card Input (Up to 32 gig)
can be plugged into this slot
SD/MMC/SDHC AND Mini & Micro SO Cards
can be used
with SO adapters.
3.5mm Aux input
Connect your lpod, satellite, or other portable
device's headphone jack to this port
NOTE:
3.5MM OUTPUT
(PLUGS INTO
AUX INPUT IN gM•..-
OF MODEL ONE/APACHE ~u•"'"'
Plug your flash memory drive
into this USB port (Up to 32 Gig)
The Model One
unit
can read .mp3 and .wma files
directly from your flash drive!
THIS USB INPUT IS NOT FOR USEWITH
IPOD!
-·
••
••
•
Plug your I pod or other portable •
Device
into the Aux port on the front
of the SO/USB Box

9.
What's in the Box accessories & arts
-- ""
1 2 3
...
4 5 6
What's in the box:
0 (1) Retro Sound Model One*
~ (1) 16-key remote control (includes Battery/already installed **)
NOTE: RETRO CLASSIC UNIT DOES NOT INCLUDE REMOTE (OPTIONAL)
C) (2) lnfinimount Brackets
9 (2) lnfinimount Shaft System
~ (1) Metal backstrap w/ hardware, used to secure main unit behind dash
(B (2) ISO Wiring harness to connect to Model One
fj (1) Remote Mountable 50/USB/Aux-ln Box
(#) (mise) Screws, washers & parts to mount lnfinimount shafts & brackets
*Note: Item # 1 is not shown above ,
but is included in the box
** Note: if batter not in remote , it
is packaged separately in the box

10.
Pre arin to Install Your Unit
,------------------------------,
:PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS UNIT REQUIRES +12V :
1 TO BOTH THE RED & YELLOW WIRES, 1
I OTHERWISE THE UNIT WILL NOT OPERATE. I
: CALL US OR EMAIL US IF YOU HAVE :
1 QUESTIONS! {[email protected]) 1
'------------------------------'
Familiarize yourself with the Model One wiring harness (Note: There are
2 plug connectors: Plug "A" which contain power/ground connections & "B"
which contains the speaker leads)
Model One Car Radio
Frequency Range: FM 87.5-107.9 MHZ
Wiring Diagram
ANTENNA INPUT
BLACK (GND)--- ..
RED
IGNmON I ACC (CONNECT TO +12V)
BLUE/WHITE ___ _.
(REMOTE/AMP TURN ON)
BLUE
(POWER ANTENNA)
+ WHITE(+)
FRONT
LEFT ..,u-........, ......... ___ ......
SPEAKERS - WHITE/BLACK(-)
4 OHM + GREEN (+)
REAR
-GREEN/BLACK (-)
AM 530-171 0 KHz
3.$nlm
AwrOvOM
SDIUSB Box
.....__D Input (Female)
......__......--, 3.5mm
Aux. Input
RCAUNEOUT
FRONT(BLACK)
RCA LINE OUT
GREY( REAR I
FRONT
~O~REY:~1B!"""!LA~CK~-'-I RIGHT .~---"""I
SPEAKER 'MIJ!:
PURPLE(+) + 4 OHM 'llllaWJEMi'tlsfartlle
REAR Rl' RIIIIOll Corlhi
PURPLE/BLACK - DollotCIIfor(IIRWid
Note: This radio is designed for use in vehicles with a 12 volt negative ground system
Installation Notes:
To prevent damage to the unit, do not connectthe power connector
until
you have completed thewiring process.
This
is a 12 Volt negative-ground ONLY radio. If you have a positive-
ground,
or a 6-volt system, you need to either convert to 12 volts or
purchase a separate inverterthatwould step up the voltage to 12 volts.
Please note thatthe inverter needs
to be rated at 5 amps or higher
in order
for the Apache to operate properly.

Find the lnfinimount shafts & brackets (2 of each enclosed)
X2
Assemble the Model One unit's lnfinimount bracket and shaft system
using the supplied screws and shaft nuts.
-- --
Note: you can mov e ou r bra ck ets fo rward
, backw a rd , and in an y dir ec ti on to
ac commod a te your fit nee ds !
You c
an even c ut , tr im or b en d th e
bra c ket for your particul ar needs . Also if
you have a challe ng ing in st all, yo u c an
ev en c reat e your o wn brac kets!
Due to the flexible installation variations this system offers, in order
to match the lnfinimount shaft & bracket system to the proper shaft width
of your vehicle, simply measure the distance between your existing shaft
holes center to center. Then mount the shaft system to the bracket using
suppled shaft nuts and shaft mounting guide, and finger tighten to prepare
for the final installation (see figure A below). Once you are sure of proper width,
then tighten
prior to final installation. Be sure to plug the shafts into the side of
the main unit to activate the shaft-control functions ee f ure B below).
A.
Mount Shaft
to Bracket
Plug Shaft into
Side of Main Unit
B.

12.
Prepare to set up your vehicle-specific kit
(Optional 67-72 GM Truck bezel shown as an installation example)
Once
shafts are lined up to the shaft openings on the vehicle-specific
faceplate adapter, use a nut and washer to hold the faceplate in place on the
shafts so the Model One's face is flush with the opening of the faceplate (see
photos below). NOTE: Modifying or cutting the radio's brackets will not void your
warranty, this is what our radio is designed for.
Use supplied nuts & washers
to align bezel onto shaft.
Adjust nut height to allow bezel/faceplate
to be flush in your dash. Note, with this bezel, the area around the
radio face (chrome or black) mounts from behind your dash.
Vehicle-specific adapter & Model One
radio face should be flush for professional appearance
Please
note that the rear knob
does not function,
only the front knobs of our
radio handle the menu
functions
Tighten shaft nuts and make sure that shaft depth works with
your dash configuration; the Retrosound lnfinimount bracket shaft and bracket system
are extremely adjustable and care should be taken to ensure proper final fit
for the perfect installation.

Below, The final result!:
67-72 GM Truck bezel shown installed in the vehicle's dash, note that the radio face is flush with the bezel in the
dash for a professional looking installation. Getting the unit to fit perfectly into your dash is probably the most
difficult portion of the install. Patience and persistence is the key . If you still have problems , please send us an
email at [email protected] or give us a call at: 909-364-1372.
If you still have difficulties during your installation , we strongly recommend that you take your vehicle to a high
quality car audio installation shop or classic car specialist.
Note: One of the biggest questions we get is "how can your radio fit my car" ? Since our radio is
essentially a universal solution, (one chassis for most vehicles) our radio's control face is a fixed
size (3.5" W x 1.5" H). Most American cars fit the OE radio from behind the dash and they require a
"bezel", meaning this bezel fits around our radio's control face to fill your original factory opening
for our radio.
Now the Control face of our radio is NOT referred to as a "faceplate" a faceplate is something that
overlays or covers the top or front of the dash.
A faceplate
is used in most European (German, British , Japanese) cars , and can also be used if
your dash has been modified to cover up any blemishes or poorly made modifications. Our flat
Euro style faceplates are perfect for covering those unsightly modifications to make them look
close to original . We also have a 3.5" H x 9"W Universal plate you can trim and cut to get the
desired appearance.
ll fl
..
••••• •
Retrosound Model One B w/ Black Control Face shown above
with Chrome dash bezel and Model One C
w/ Chrome Control Face

14.
The Retrosound Model One is available with an optional set of metal
knobs and a faceplate (for the front of the dash) or bezel (mounts from
behind the dash) that fits around the control face of your Model One/Apache
or Retro Classic radio(s). Please consult us at [email protected]
regarding a universal or vehicle specific faceplate/bezel & knob kit for your car.
Below is a Retro Model One shown with an optional 67-68 Camaro
faceplate &Chrome Metal knobs.
Optional:
67-68 Camaro Faceplate shown above
Below are examples of some of the available dash bezels and faceplate
adapters available:
~ Optional :
Optional:
68-85 VW/Porsche/Jaguar/BMW faceplate
(mounts on top of the dash) This solution
shown with our exclusive all metal chrome
70-72 Chevelle bezel. (mounts from
behind the dash) This solution shown
with our exclusive all metal GM style black
and chrome metal knobs euro style knobs
Optional:
59-67 Cadillac dash bezel , notice the shafts have been
placed on the left side of the radio , some t hing no other
radio can do out of the box. Your Retrosound
Radio is capable of so many amazing installation
possibilities , they're only limited by your
imagination!
Visit our website to see more vehicle specific solutions
www.retrosoundusa.com

NOTE: The following installation option is for advanced knowledgeable custom
installation specialists.
The Retrosound Model One faceplate is removable
to allow for unique angled installations, canted angles, upside-down mounting
and other unique configurations limited onlyto your installation skills. Below
is a photo illustrating what the unit looks like with the control face removed,
connected by a ribbon cable from the body
of the main unit to the radio's control
face. (There is about 3"
of cable length from the body to the radio control face).
Apache Radio w/
advanced removable
faceplate
for unique application
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After preparing for your installation and understanding your needs,
proceed
to install the unit and connect the wiring, and make sure
you use the metal back strap
to support the main body of the the unitfrom the
rear.
Install metal backstrap behind
unit for rear support of the main hnrtv...,..,.

Metal Knob Install Guide
Sometimes the Retrosound Shafts need to be adjusted to allow you to
mount our metal knobs to the shafts. Once your radio is installed
follow the steps below to ensure a proper knob fit.
16.
1. For the rear-knob, simply insert
a blade screwdriver diagonally to
slightly spread apart the secondary
back-knob position to allow the
rear knob to fit snugly.
2.
3.
For the front-knob, use a pair
of needle nose pliers and GENTLY
crimp the front-knob prongs closer
together. Please use caution not
to make these too tight, then mount
the front-knob, and you're done!
Final Result! Modern
Sound for your Classic!

TunerSection
FM
Tuning Range (Eu & US Tuning Capable) w/ RDS
Antenna Terminal
Usable Sensitivity
Selectivity
Signal to noise Ratio
Harmonic
Distortion@ 1 kHz
Separation
Frequency Response
AM (Eu & US Tuning Capable)
Tuning Range
Antenna Terminal
General
Dimensions (Radio face only)
Dimensions (Radio body)
Specs
87.5-107.9MHz
Extemal Antenna Connector
12.5
dBf
75 dB@ 400kHz
62 dB (Stereo), 67 dB (Mono)
0.8% (stereo), 0.5% (monaural)
32
dB@ 1kHz
30-16,000
Hz
530-1710 kHz
Extemal Antenna Connector
3.5"W X 1.5" H X 1.05" D
3.96"W X 1.98"H X 4.30"D
Power Requirements 10.5-1
4.4V
Current Consumption Max. 15A
Current Consumption <3.5 mA
Output
Power(@ 14.4 V@ 4 ohm @ 1% TH D) 50x4w RMS 100x4 Max power
Output Impedance 4-8ohm
Low Level Output (4 Channels) 2.85V
AUX input(Rear) 2 VI 6 kQ
AUX input(Front) 500 mV I 6 kQ
All Unit Specs Are Subject To Change without notice
Unit Dimensions
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1.5"H
(Radio Face}
(Radio Face}

18.
Setting the Clock:
Press the T/F Button on the face of the unit when the unit is turned on.
Press and hold the T/F button. When the clock is seen on-screen blinking, release the
T/F Button and use the left shaft center knob, and turn knob right or left to adjust hours
(note: AM & PM is adjusted by changing hours).
Press
the left shaft center knob to select minutes,
then turn left or right to adjust. PressT/F button to store the clock settings.
(Note: When
EU tuning mode selected, mllltary/24 hour time mode will be activated).
Once
the time is set, pressing the T/F button will activate the clock mode.
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clock setting mode
(release, when you see -
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Turning The UnitOn/off:
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Press the Left center knob to tum the uniton. Look for "RETROSOUMD" on power up.
Press and hold the leftcenter knob for2 seconds to
tum the unitoff. The LCD display
will show "GOODB~E" for your confirmation.
VolumeAdjustment:
Turning the center leftshaft left or right controls the volume attenuation upand down function.
Note: Volume
range Is 0-40, factory defaultIsset at 16. Use the Included remote to activate "mute"
function.
SelectYour Listening Source(s):
MODE Function, Press this button to switch between all modes of operation-
Radio
/USB/SD-MMC /Aux in 1I Aux in 2 (Note: USB/SD option will not appearunlessmedia
is plugged into the USB!SD slot)
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Adjusting the Sound Properties:
The Retrosound Model One has manysoundadjustmentmodes to helpyou tailor the radio to
your preference. To access these modes of adjustment, pressthe left knob (SEL) In and turn the
knob
to the right or left to adjust. Then press SEL again to cycle through the choices.
When you have completed
your adjustments, simply stop adjustingthe mode and It will revert
to your current setting. Beloware photos of the varioussoundadjustment modes available
in all playback modes, Radio, Aux1, Aux2, USB
or SD/MMC.
DSP OFF
When you flret access the SEL menu,
DSP Ia off. Turn the leftahaft knob right
to cyclethrough the preHts or press
SEL to move to the bus & treblesettings.
the bus and treble settings. This ia
suitable for ban heavy popular music.
TRE D
The treble adjustment function allows you to
boost orcut the high frequencies from ·7 to +7.
(Note: make sure DSP function Ia sat to OFF
In order for Bass & Treble to operate)
DSP OFF
The DSP OFF setting otfere
no bass ortreble adjustment.
(Note: DSP must be set to OFF
In offler for bellS &Treble to function)
The ROCK DSP setting accentuates
the treble
~ettlnga. Thia Ia auitable
for
Rock Music
The Balance adjustment function allows you to
adjust or pan the stereo sound from the leftor
right. This ia helpful to compensate for the
position of the driver In relation to the speaker
location. Adjustment rengela 0·10 leftorright
speakers.
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The CLASSIC DSP setting otfere
sonic
adJustments thatlendthemaelvu
to Classical Music.
The baas adjustmentfunction allows you to
boostorcut
the low frequenclea from -7 to +7 .
(Note: make sure DSP function Ia set to OFF
Inorderfor Bass & Treble to operata)
The Fader Control allows you to fade the sound
from the front pair of speakere to your rear
pair of speakers. Adjustment range is 0·10 front
or
rear speakers.

Special Modes of Operation (Sub-Menu System)
SUB-MENU FUNCTION: AUTO/MANUAL
To Activate the AUTO/MANUAL function from the Sub Menu, press the center right shaft "SEL" button and hold itfor
2
seconds, release button when you see the menu.
Then turn the shaft control right or left to toggle the AUTO/MANUAL (factory default Is AUTO).
This function allows you to select auto seek tuning or manual tuning when you turn the right shaft knob to the right
or left when llstanlngJo the radio.
SUB-MENU FUNCTION: RDS ON/OFF
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To Activate the RDS ON/OFF function from the Sub Manu, press the center right shaft "SEL" button and hold It for
2 seconds, release button when you see the menu. Then tum the shaft control right or left to toggle the RDS function
ON or OFF (factory default is ON) .
This function allows you to turn off the RDS function if you desire to not see the RDS information.
SUB-MENU FUNCTION: CLOCK/FREQUENCYPRIORITY
PRI-FREO
20.
To Activate the Clock/Frequency function from the Sub Menu, press the center right shaft "SEL" button and hold It for
2
seconds, release button when you see the menu. Then turn the shaft control right or left to toggle the Clock Priority
function or Frequency Priority (factory default Is Clock Priority). When Clock Priority (PRI..CLK) Is selected,
the clock function will remain on screen all the time when listening to the radio or USB. PRI·FREQ function.
SUB-MENU FUNCTION: US/EU RADIO TUNING
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RRER EUR
The Retrosound Model One has the capability to receive AM/FM broadcast frequencies in other
countries.
To modifythe defaultsetting (USA) to EUR (Europe), press and hold the SEL
(rightcentershaft knob). Repeatedly press the right centershaft button toscroll through the sub menu and turn
the knob to the right, on screen you will see "AREA USA". Turn the knob to the right to select
AREA USA or AREA EUR. To confirm the change, let the sub menu revertto your tuner. You will see
your selected mode, either AREA USA OR AREA EUR. Press SEL to move to the next function desired, or
don't
press anything and the manu will revert to the currentsource display.
IMPORTANT: When switching the tunerto BND EUR mode, your STORED radio presets will be erased
and the clock will change to military/24hour time. Also In EUR tuning mode, the "AF" RDS function
(as a default) will be active, and the unitwill search forthe nextstrongest station when the one you're listening
to gets weak (FM only).