RetroSound Motor 1A User manual

MODERN SOUND FOR YOUR CLASSIC
For Models:
Motor 1A, Motor 2A, Motor 1DAB, Motor 2DAB, & Motor 4HD
User
Manual

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General Features
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Features ....................................2
Precautions .........................................3
Accessories .........................................4
Radio Operation Instructions ........................5
System Settings .....................................7
USB Device Instructions .............................16
Bluetooth® Device Instructions ......................17
SiriusXM® Instructions ..............................18
SiriusXM® Troubleshooting ...........................22
Apache Radio Instructions ...........................23
Troubleshooting .....................................24
Frequently Asked Questions ..........................25
Specifications ......................................27
Warranty............................................28
•General Features (available features vary by model)
• AM/FM tuner with 30 presets and RDS (Radio Data System)
• HD Radio® Tuner (Motor 4HD Only)
•Selectable international tuner frequencies
• Built-in MOSFET amplifier
•Patented InfiniMount Bracket System for maximum installation
flexibility
• Available with period-correct knobs and bezel for your vehicle
• Separate power antenna and amplifier turn-on leads
•Rear-mounted auxiliary inputs
•3 EQ presets plus user-controlled bass, mid-range, treble, fader,
and balance adjustments
• Selectable 32,000 color LCD illumination with user presets
(Motor 2A, Motor 2DAB and Motor 4HD Only)
• Rear-mounted USB ports plays MP3, WMA and FLAC files
(Motor 2A, Motor 2DAB and Motor 4HD Only)
•Built-in Bluetooth®for hands-free calling and audio streaming
(microphone included)(Motor 2A, Motor 2DAB and Motor 4HD Only)
• Multi-channel pre-amp outputs (front, rear, subwoofer)
(Motor 2A, Motor 2DAB and Motor 4HD Only)
• The only SiriusXM®-ready™ classic car radio
(SiriusXM® Connect vehicle tuner and subscription required)
(Motor 4HD Only)
• Made for iPod®/iPhone®(Motor 4HD Only)
•Wireless audio browsing from your iPhone®or Android device
(Motor 4HD Only)
•Manufacturer warranty (see page 28)

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The information enclosed in this user manual is a universal guide to assist
you in your radio’s operation. Some features covered in this manual are
not available in every model. This manual may be updated from time to
time.
Please check our website for the latest updates:
www.retromanufacturing.com
PLEASE OBSERVE THESE PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING
THIS UN IT:
This user’s manual does not cover the installation process. Please review
the Installation and Assembly Manual included in your Radio Motor box
carefully before attempting installation.
Retro Manufacturing, LLC is not liable for any problems resulting
from improper installation of the unit.
If you have questions about installing your radio, visit our support website
at help.retromanufacturing.com, contact us via email at tech@
retromanufacturing.com or chat with us online.
• This unit is designed for operation with a negative ground 12-volt
DC battery system. Do not operate this unit with other battery
systems, especially an 18-volt or 24-volt DC or a positive ground
system. If you have a 6-volt system, you need to either convert to
12-volt DC or purchase a separate inverter that will increase the
voltage to 12-volts. NOTE: The inverter needs to be rated at 10
amps or higher for the radio to operate properly.
• This unit is not designed for a marine environment. Please do not
use the unit where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive dust.
Exposure to moisture will damage the unit and void your warranty.
• Keep the volume of your radio at a level that allows you to hear
outside noises, such as emergency sirens and train crossing
warnings. Prolonged exposure to high volume levels may also
result in hearing loss.
PRECAUTIONS Accessories
Speakers
RetroSound®started in the speaker business and de-
veloped its radio line to be perfectly matched with Retro-
Sound®speakers. Together RetroSound®Radios and
Speakers produce the most accurate audio available for
your classic car.
Amps & Subs
RetroSound®amplifiers and subwoofers are designed
to work seamlessly with RetroSound®radios to fill in the
low frequencies usually missing from a classic vehicle’s
sound system.
Speaker Pods
RetroPod®speaker modules are great for classics that
have no factory speaker locations. They mount to any
flat surface and direct sound towards the listener for a
balanced mix. Paint or wrap them for a perfect match to
the interior of your classic vehicle.
USB/AUX Extension Cable
The RetroSound®USB/Auxiliary extension cable is
available in black or chrome and features a 53” extension
of both a USB input and a standard 3.5mm auxiliary
input.
Antennas
RetroSound®offers OE-quality replacement anten-
nas featuring chrome plated brass masts that are al-
most impervious to the elements and provide an im-
proved ground plane for enhanced AM/FM reception.
RetroMat®
RetroMat®sound dampening makes a considerable dif-
ference in the audio quality you can achieve in your clas-
sic car. Installing proper sound dampening eliminates
road noise and vibrations, enhancing the tonal quality of
your favorite music.

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(Vintage Dial Screen sold separately)
1 Left-Front Knob
5 Preset Buttons
Right-Front Knob 32 Left-Rear Knob
Right-Rear Knob 4
Radio Operation Instructions Radio Operation Instructions
Front Panel Controls
Power On/Off
Press the Left-Front Knob(1) to turn the unit on. RETROSOUND will appear
on the screen. Press and hold the Left-Front Knob(1) to turn the unit off.
GOODBYE will appear on the screen to confirm that it has turned off.
Volume
Rotate the Left-Front Knob(1) to adjust the volume between 0-46
(minimum-maximum).
Mode
Rotate the Left-Rear Knob(2) clockwise to select from available listening
sources*: RADIO(AM/FM/HD), DAB, AUX 1, AUX 2, USB 1, USB 2, BT
Audio, or SiriusXM®. (*Available sources vary by model).
NOTE: The USB mode will not appear unless a USB device is plugged in.
The USB and auxiliary inputs are located at the back of the Radio Motor.
The auxiliary input(s) may be used to play music from any portable device
with a standard headphone output, such as an MP3 player, iPod®/iPhone®,
portable CD player, or portable satellite radio receiver. The USB inputs
allow you to control your iPod®/iPhone® (on Motor 4 Only) or play music
from a flash drive. The USB cables must be routed to an accessible area
during installation to use the USB inputs. A USB/AUX extension cable may
be required for your vehicle.
Radio Tuning
Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) to tune to the next or previous AM/FM
frequency, HD Radio® station (when available), or DAB/DAB+ channel.
With HD set to "On," the radio will tune to the HD station automatically if
available and display an H next to the frequency. (Motor 4HD only)
NOTE: When the radio is tuned to a strong FM station, the stereo indicator
will appear in the LCD’s upper right corner (two oval circles).
Radio Bands
Rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) counter-clockwise to cycle through the five
radio bands (two AM and three FM).
Storing Radio Presets (For all Radio Faces, except Apache)
There are six radio presets for each radio band. For presets one through
five, tune to the desired radio station and then press and hold the desired
Preset Button(5) to store the station into memory. To set the sixth preset,
rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) clockwise and hold for 3 seconds to store.
Storing Radio Presets for an Apache Radio Face
To store a preset on an Apache Radio Face, rotate the Right-Front
Knob(3) to tune to the desired station, then rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4)
clockwise to select the desired preset(1-6). Once selected, press the
Right-Front Knob(3) to store.
Recalling Radio Presets (for all Radio Faces, except Apache)
To recall radio presets, press the appropriate Preset Button(5) in the
selected radio band. To recall preset six, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4)
clockwise and release it.
Recalling Radio Presets for an Apache Radio Face
To recall a radio preset, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) clockwise and
release it. Repeat to move through the presets.
Mute/Pause
Press the Right-Front Knob(3) to mute/unmute or pause/play depending
on the source mode.

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System Settings
System Settings
The System Settings sub-menu enables access to the numerous additional
features of your RetroSound®radio. Press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3)
for three seconds to access the sub-menu. Then rotate the Right-Front
Knob(3) to cycle through the available sub-menu options. Once in a specific
sub-menu, press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to change the options.
Auto Seek/Manual
This sub-menu toggles between Auto Seek or Manual tuning. In Auto
Seek mode, the radio will tune to the next available station when tuning.
To access the AUTO SEEK/MANUAL sub-menu, press and hold the
Right-Front Knob(3) for three seconds, AUTO SEEK will be displayed.
Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select between AUTO SEEK
or MANUAL. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
A Store
This sub-menu activates A STORE which will automatically fill FM presets
on all three FM bands, six presets each (eighteen total presets) with the
strongest radio stations available in your area.
To access the A STORE sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front
Knob(3) for three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until A STORE
appears on the screen. Press the Right-Front Knob(3) to activate. This
process can take up to one minute to complete.
HD On/Off (Motor 4HD Only)
This sub-menu activates HD Radio® which will automatically tune to an
HD Radio® station when available. HD Radio® is set to "On" by default.
To access the HD sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for
three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until HD appears on the
screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select the desired
option. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
HD Store (Motor 4HD Only)
This sub-menu activates HD STORE which will automatically fill FM
presets on all three FM bands, six presets each (eighteen total presets)
with the strongest HD Radio® stations available in your area.
To access the HD STORE sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front
Knob(3) for three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until HD
STORE appears on the screen. Press the Right-Front Knob(3) to activate.
This process can take up to one minute to complete.
Local/Distant
This sub-menu adjusts the sensitivity of the FM tuner. When listening to the
FM tuner, selecting LOCAL will focus the tuner in the local area, making the
signal stronger. Selecting DISTANT will broaden the signal and allow your
local stations to be listened to at a greater distance when traveling.
To access the LOCAL/DISTANT sub-menu, press and hold the Right-
Front Knob(3) for three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until
LOCAL/DISTANT appears on the screen. Press and release the Right-
Front Knob(3) to select the desired option. Once the desired setting is
shown, let the unit time out to set.
Clock
This sub-menu sets the clock.
To access the CLK sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for
three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until CLK appears on the
screen, then press the Right-Front Knob(3) to select. To adjust the hours,
rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) clockwise or counter-clockwise.
Adjusting past 12 will change between AM and PM. Once the hour is set,
press the Right-Front Knob(3) to adjust the minutes, rotate the Right-Front
Knob(3) to adjust. Once the desired time is shown, let the unit time out to
set.
Clock 12/24
This sub-menu changes the clock from a twelve-hour clock to a twenty-
four-hour clock. The default setting is for a twelve-hour clock (CLK 12).
To access the CLK 12/24 sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3)
for three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until CLK 12 appears on
the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select the desired
option. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Display Frequency/Clock
This sub-menu sets the screen to display either the radio station you’re
listening to, (DISP FREQ), or the current time (CLK).
To access the DISP sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for
three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until DISP FREQ appears
on the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select either
DSIP FREQ or DISP CLK. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit
time out to set.
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System Settings
Clock ON/OFF
This sub-menu sets the radio to display or hide the current time when the radio
is off. The default setting displays the time when the radio is off (CLK ON).
To access the CLK ON/OFF sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front
Knob(3) for three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until CLK ON
appears on the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to
select the desired option. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit
time out to set.
Beep On/Off
This sub-menu sets the audible beep confirmation that sounds during the
operation of the radio on or off. Select BEEP ON to hear the audible beep
or BEEP OFF to disable it.
To access the BEEP sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3)
for three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until BEEP appears on
the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select the desired
option. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Display Color (Motor 2A, Motor 2DAB, and Motor 4HD only)
This sub-menu changes the display color. The default setting is SCAN,
which will cycle through all of the available colors.
To access the display color sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3)
for three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until SCAN appears on the
screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select the desired color
preset. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
To create a custom color, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for three
seconds to access the sub-menu system. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3)
until SCAN (or current color) appears on the screen. Press and release the
Right-Front Knob(3) until you see USER. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3)
clockwise to access the RGB settings and press the Right-Front Knob(3)
to select. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) to set a color value for RED, then
press the Right-Front Knob(3) to move to the next color. Repeat the steps
to adjust the values for each color. Once the desired color is set, press the
Right-Front Knob(3) to accept the settings and let the unit time out to set.
WARNING: Setting all RGB values to "00" will make the display
unreadable. Resetting your radio will NOT reset the display.
Dimmer High/Low
This sub-menu sets the radio’s display brightness to high (DIMM HIGH),
medium (DIMM MEDIUM), or low (DIMM LOW).
System Settings
To access the DIMMER sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3)
for three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until DIMMER appears on
the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select the desired
option. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
RDS (Radio Data System)
This sub-menu turns the RDS function on or off. RDS tuners can
automatically tune in stations according to the music style (or talk) they
broadcast. With the RDS function ON, and if the FM station you are
listening to is broadcasting RDS information, the radio station call letters,
song info, artist info, and other messages will appear on the display. Not
all FM stations use RDS, nor will all RDS functions work in every location.
To access the RDS sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for
three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until RDS appears on the
screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to toggle RDS ON or
RDS OFF. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Program Type
This sub-menu allows you to select from 31 predefined program types (i.e.
News, Info, Sports). Once set, you will be able to use PTY SEEK to find
similar stations to your selected program type.
To access the PTY sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3)
for three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until PTY appears on
the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to enter the list
of program types. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) to select between the
available options. Once the desired program type is shown, press the
Right-Front Knob(3) to accept. PTY SEEK will appear on the screen, in-
dicating that the radio is searching the FM band for stations with your
selected program type. If none are found, the radio will revert to the last
station selected.
Alternative Frequency
This sub-menu enables the radio to automatically search for another fre-
quency that provides the same station when the signal gets weak.
To access the AF sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for
three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until AF ON/OFF appears on
the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select the desired
option. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.

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System Settings
Traffic Announcements
This sub-menu toggles the traffic announcements function on or off.
The traffic announcements function is part of the RDS and allows FM
stations to broadcast traffic announcements that scroll across the screen
or audible traffic alerts to your radio.
To access the TA sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for
three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until TA ON/OFF appears on
the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select the desired
option. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Clock Time
This sub-menu toggles the clock time feature on or off. If the radio station
supports clock time, your radio will synchronize its clock with the radio
station’s clock.
To access the CT sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for
three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until CT ON/OFF appears on
the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select the desired
option. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Bluetooth®On/Off (Motor 2A, Motor 2DAB, and Motor 4HD only)
This sub-menu toggles Bluetooth®on or off. Bluetooth®must be enabled
before you can connect a Bluetooth® device.
To access the BT sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for
three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until BT ON/OFF appears on
the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select the desired
option. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Bluetooth®Connect/Disconnect (BT must be "ON")
This sub-menu enables the radio to be discoverable on your Bluetooth®
device. Choose BT CONNEC to allow your device to connect, and BT
DISCON to disconnect Bluetooth® devices.
To access the BT CONNEC/DISCON sub-menu, press and hold the
Right-Front Knob(3) for three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3)
until BT CONNEC/DISCON appears on the screen. To connect a device,
press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select BT CONNEC, then
search for “RETROSOUND” in your phone’s Bluetooth®device list. Enter
password “0000” if prompted. To disconnect a device, press and release
the Right-Front Knob(3) to select BT DISCON, then let the unit time out to
disconnect the current device.
System Settings
Area USA/EUR/AUS/JAP/RUS
This sub-menu allows you to set your area to receive the appropriate
broadcasts for your region. The default setting is the United States (USA).
To access the AREA sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for
three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until AREA USA appears
on the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select the
desired region (USA/EUR/AUS/JAP/RUS). Once the desired region is
shown, let the unit time out to set.
Volume Last/Adjust
This sub-menu adjusts the volume level at which the radio will turn on. The
default setting is VOL LAST, which means the radio turns on at the volume
level at which the radio was turned off. VOL ADJUS allows you to preset
the volume level at which the radio turns on from 0-46, regardless of the
volume level at which the radio was turned off (see “Volume” on page 5).
To access the VOL sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for
three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until VOL appears on the
screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select the desired
option. If VOL ADJUS is selected, rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) clockwise
(AD VAL is shown) and press the Right-Front Knob(3) to accept. Rotate
the Right-Front Knob(3) again to adjust the level between 0-46. Once the
desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
SEL Panel (Motor 1A, Motor 2A, Motor 1DAB, and Motor 2DAB only)
This sub-menu changes the operating mode between Normal (with push-
buttons) and Apache (without push-buttons).
To access the SEL PANEL sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front
Knob(3) for three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until SEL PANEL
appears on the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to enter
the panel choices. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) to select the desired op-
tion. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Software Info
This sub-menu displays the unit’s software version.
To access the sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for
three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until the software version
appears on the screen (there are no adjustable settings in this menu).

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System Settings
System Reset
This sub-menu resets the unit to factory settings.
To access the RESET sub-menu, press and hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for
three seconds. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) until RESET appears on the
screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to reset the unit to factory
settings. The unit will reset and turn off.
Digital Signal Processor
This sub-menu sets the Digital Signal Processor (DSP) Setting. The
default setting is off (DSP OFF). When activated, you are able to select
one of three preset equalization settings:
• CLASSIC: This setting offers subtle sonic adjustments that lend
themselves to classical music.
• POP: This setting accentuates bass and treble frequencies and is
suitable for popular music.
• ROCK: This setting accentuates treble frequencies and is suitable
for rock music.
To access the DSP sub-menu, press the Left-Front Knob(1) once, DSP
OFF will be displayed. Rotate the Left-Front Knob(1) clockwise to select
from the available presets. Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit
time out to set.
NOTE: If using one of the preset DSP settings, any manual adjustments
to Mid, Bass, or Treble will not save when the radio is powered off.
Bass
This sub-menu adjusts the radio’s bass levels.
To access the BASS sub-menu, press and release the Left-Front Knob(1)
until BASS appears on the screen. Rotate the Left-Front Knob(1) clockwise
or counter-clockwise to select the desired level. Once the desired setting
is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Mid
This sub-menu adjusts the radio’s mid levels.
To access the MID sub-menu, press and release the Left-Front Knob(1)
until MID appears on the screen. Rotate the Left-Front Knob(1) clockwise
or counter-clockwise to select the desired level. Once the desired setting
is shown, let the unit time out to set.
System Settings
Treble
This sub-menu adjusts the radio’s treble levels.
To access the TREBLE sub-menu, press and release the Left-Front
Knob(1) until TREBLE appears on the screen. Rotate the Left-Front
Knob(1) clockwise or counter-clockwise to select the desired level. Once
the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Balance
This sub-menu adjusts the radio’s balance from left to right.
To access the BAL sub-menu, press and release the Left-Front Knob(1)
until BAL appears on the screen. Rotate the Left-Front Knob(1) clockwise
or counter-clockwise to select the desired level. Once the desired setting
is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Fader
This sub-menu adjusts the radio’s fader from front to back.
To access the FADER sub-menu, press and release the Left-Front
Knob(1) until FADER appears on the screen. Rotate the Left-Front
Knob(1) clockwise or counter-clockwise to select the desired level. Once
the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
XBASS
This sub-menu enables or disables the XBAS function. XBAS boosts the
low frequencies resulting in enhanced bass tones.
To access the XBAS sub-menu, press and release the Left-Front Knob(1)
until XBAS appears on the screen. Rotate the Left-Front Knob(1) clockwise
or counter-clockwise to select the desired option. Once the desired setting
is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Subwoofer (Motor 4HD only)
This sub-menu toggles the subwoofer RCA output on or off.
To access the SUB sub-menu, press and release the Left-Front Knob(1)
until SUB appears on the screen. Rotate the Left-Front Knob(1) clock-
wise or counter-clockwise to select the desired option. Once the desired
setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Subwoofer Volume (Motor 4HD only)
This sub-menu adjusts the subwoofer volume between 0-12 and will only
appear as an option when SUB ON is selected in the Subwoofer menu.

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USB Device Instructions
RETROSOUND
5 Preset Buttons
Play/Pause Intro Shuffle Pre Folder Next Folder
1 Left-Front Knob Right-Front Knob 3
2 Left-Rear Knob Right-Rear Knob 4
USB Playback
System Settings
To access the SUB VOL sub-menu, press and release the Left-Front
Knob(1) until SUB VOL appears on the screen. Rotate the Left-Front
Knob(1) clockwise or counter-clockwise to select the desired setting.
Once the desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Subwoofer Frequency (Motor 4HD only)
This sub-menu adjusts the frequency crossover point of the subwoofer
between 80Hz, 120Hz, or 160Hz.
To access the SUB sub-menu, press and release the Left-Front Knob(1)
until SUB 120H appears on the screen. Rotate the Left-Front Knob(1)
clockwise or counter-clockwise to select the desired setting. Once the
desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Bass Frequency
This sub-menu adjusts the bass tones’ frequency crossover point be-
tween 60Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, or 200Hz.
To access the BAS sub-menu, press and release the Left-Front Knob(1)
until BAS 80H appears on the screen. Rotate the Left-Front Knob(1)
clockwise or counter-clockwise to select the desired setting. Once the
desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Mid Frequency (Motor 2A, Motor 2DAB, and Motor 4HD only)
This sub-menu adjusts the mid-tones’ frequency crossover point between
0.5KHz, 1.0KHz, 1.5KHz, or 2.5KHz.
To access the MID sub-menu, press and release the Left-Front Knob(1)
until MID 1.0K appears on the screen. Rotate the Left-Front Knob(1)
clockwise or counter-clockwise to select the desired setting. Once the
desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
Treble Frequency
This sub-menu adjusts the treble tones’ frequency crossover point
between 0.5KHz, 10.0KHz, 12.5KHz, 15.0KHz, or 17.5KHz.
To access the TRE sub-menu, press and release the Left-Front Knob(1)
until TRE 10.0K appears on the screen. Rotate the Left-Front Knob(1)
clockwise or counter-clockwise to select the desired setting. Once the
desired setting is shown, let the unit time out to set.
USB Inputs
USB inputs (Motor 2A, Motor 2DAB, and Motor 4HD only) are located
at the rear of the Radio Motor. The USB cables must be routed during
installation to a convenient and accessible location for connecting USB
devices.
NOTE: The USB Mode will not appear in the menu unless a USB de-
vice is plugged in.
USB Device Connection
Connect your USB Flash Drive, iPod®/iPhone®, or other supported USB
devices to one of the USB inputs. The radio will display USB1 or USB2
for three seconds indicating the device has been connected successfully.
After connecting a USB device, the radio will display the USB icon
on the screen and automatically find your songs and begin playback.
USB Device Operation (Apache users see page 23)
The Preset Buttons(5) will enable you to play/pause, listen to 10 seconds of
each song (INTRO), randomly shuffle all songs (RDM), and navigate folders.
To play or pause a song, press the First Preset Button.
To activate/deactivate intro mode, press the Second Preset Button.
To activate/deactivate shuffle mode, press the Third Preset Button.
To navigate to the previous folder, press the Fourth Preset Button.
To navigate to the next folder, press the Fifth Preset Button.
To switch to the next song, rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) clockwise.
To switch to the previous song, rotate the Right-Front Knob(3)
counterclockwise.
To activate/deactivate repeat, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) clockwise.

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Bluetooth® Device Instructions
Talk 00:01
Bluetooth Controls
1 Left-Front Knob Right-Front Knob 3
2 Left-Rear Knob Right-Rear Knob 4
SiriusXM® Instructions
Bluetooth®(Motor 2A, Motor 2DAB, and Motor 4HD only)
When using a Bluetooth®device for the first time, you must enable
Bluetooth® and pair the device with the unit. (see pages 11)
Making a Call
To make a call, dial the desired number on the paired cell phone. Once
dialing is in progress; CALLING will appear on the screen. When a call is
in progress, TALK will appear on the screen along with the elapsed call
time (TALK 00:00).
During a call, the radio music source will be muted, and the call audio will
broadcast through your car’s speaker system.
Answering a Call
When a call is incoming, any audio playback from the current source will
either be muted or paused (depending on the source). PHONE IN will be
shown on the screen along with the caller ID if it is enabled by the phone/
carrier. To accept the call, rotate the Left-Rear Knob(2) counterclockwise.
To end the call, rotate the Left-Rear Knob(2) again counterclockwise.
Streaming Music
With a device paired, rotate the Left-Rear Knob(2) clockwise to select BT
AUDIO. Next, select your desired playback source on your device (Apple
Music®, Spotify®, Pandora®, YouTube Music®, etc.) and play the music
as you normally would.
Browsing Music (not available on all devices)
Some devices will allow you to browse folders and skip songs using the
Right-Front Knob(3) and the Right-Rear Knob(4). To skip songs, rotate
the Right-Front Knob(3). To browse music, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4)
counterclockwise to access the browsing sub-menu, then rotate the Right-
Front Knob(3) to cycle through the options (artist, album, song, folder) and
press the Right-Front Knob(3) to make your selection.
SiriusXM®Satellite Radio (Motor 4HD only)
A SiriusXM®Connect Vehicle Tuner, antenna, and SiriusXM®subscrip-
tion are required to use the satellite radio functionality. For more informa-
tion on SiriusXM®, please visit www.SiriusXM.com.
Installation Check
After installing your SiriusXM®Connect Vehicle Tuner and antenna,
check that your installation was successful by tuning to the preview chan-
nel. Rotate the Left-Rear Knob(2) clockwise until SiriusXM®appears on
the screen, then rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) to tune to channel 1. You
should be able to hear the SiriusXM®preview on this channel. If you can-
not hear the preview channel, check your tuner’s installation instructions
to ensure your SiriusXM® Connect Vehicle Tuner is installed correctly.
SiriusXM®Activation
To activate your SiriusXM®account, you’ll need the Radio ID of your tun-
er. To display your Radio ID, set the radio source to SiriusXM®by rotating
the Left-Rear Knob(2) clockwise until SiriusXM®appears on the screen.
Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) to tune to channel 0. The Radio ID will ap-
pear on the screen. You can also find your Radio ID on the bottom of the
SiriusXM®Connect Vehicle Tuner and in its packaging. It’s a good idea to
write this number down and store it in a safe place for reference.
NOTE: The SiriusXM®Radio ID does not include the letters I, O, S, or F.
In the USA, you can activate your account at www.SiriusXM.com/activate-now
or by calling SiriusXM®Listener Care at 866.635.2349
In Canada, you can activate your account at www.SiriusXM®.ca/activatexm or
by calling XM Customer Care at 877.438.9677
As part of the activation process, the SiriusXM®satellites will send an ac-
tivation message to your tuner. When your radio detects that the tuner has
received the activation message, your radio will display a message to confirm
that the subscription updated. Once subscribed, you can tune to channels
available in your subscription plan. The activation process usually takes 10 to
15 minutes but may take up to an hour. Your radio will need to be powered on
and receiving the SiriusXM®signal to receive the activation message.
SiriusXM®Tuner Operation
To access the SiriusXM®Connect Vehicle Tuner, set the radio source to Siri-
usXM®by rotating the Left-Rear Knob(2) clockwise until SiriusXM®appears
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RETROSOUND
5 Preset Buttons
1 Left-Front Knob Right-Front Knob 3
2 Left-Rear Knob Right-Rear Knob 4
Replay™ Controls
SiriusXM® Instructions
Exit Replay
SiriusXM® Instructions
SiriusXM®Tuning
Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) to change channels up or down.
SiriusXM®Preset Bands
You can store five SiriusXM®channels in three bands for a total of 15 presets.
To cycle between the SiriusXM®bands, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) count-
er-clockwise.
Storing/Recalling SiriusXM®Presets
There are five presets for each SiriusXM®band. To set a preset, tune to the
desired station, then press and hold the appropriate Preset Button(5) to store
the station into memory. To recall a SiriusXM®preset, press the appropriate
Preset Button(5) in the selected radio band.
Replay™ Mode
The Replay™ mode allows you to play, pause, skip, fast-forward, and rewind.
Pause/Resume
To pause SiriusXM®playback and enter Replay™ mode, press the Right-
Front Knob(3). The screen will display IR PAUSED to indicate you are in
Replay™ mode. To resume playback, press the Right-Front Knob(3) again.
During playback in Replay™ mode, the channel audio will continue to be
stored until Replay™ mode is exited.
Playback Controls in Replay™ Mode
To rewind, press and hold the Fourth Preset Button. To fast forward, press
and hold the Fifth Preset Button. To skip to previous track/marker, press and
release the Fourth Preset Button. To skip to the next track/marker, press and
release the Fifth Preset Button. To exit Replay™ mode and return to the live
satellite radio broadcast, press and release the First Preset Button.
Display Settings
Each SiriusXM®channel will broadcast text information such as the
channel name, artist, song title, and content. To cycle through the display
information, rotate the Left-Rear Knob(2) counter-clockwise. Each time
the knob is rotated, the display will change as follows: Channel>Artist>Ti-
tle>Info>Category>Time>Station.
SiriusXM®Sub-Menu System
The SiriusXM®sub-menu system can only be accessed while in the Sir-
iusXM®source mode. To access the sub-menu, rotate the Right-Rear
Knob(4) clockwise once.
While in the sub-menu system, rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) clockwise
to cycle to the next sub-menu selection.
• Category (specific music/news/sports channels)
• Direct (direct tuning to a specific station)
• Mature OFF (toggles Mature Channel Lock on or off)
• Mature Code (changes the Mature Channel Lock passcode)
• Signal (SiriusXM®signal strength)
To select a specific sub-menu, press the Right-Front Knob(3). To exit the
sub-menu, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) clockwise.
Category
This feature enables the ability to search for channels based upon their
specific category.
To access the sub-menu system, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) clockwise
once. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) clockwise until you see CATEGORY
on the screen. Press the Right-Front Knob(3) to enter the category selec-
tions. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) to cycle through the available op-
tions. Once the desired category is shown, press the Right-Front Knob(3)
to accept your selection. Rotating the Right-Front Knob(3) will now cycle
through every channel within the selected category.
Direct Channel Tuning
This feature enables the ability to tune to any channel by entering the
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SiriusXM® Instructions
For more information on SiriusXM®, please visit www.SiriusXM.com
SiriusXM® Troubleshooting
To access the sub-menu system, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) clockwise
once. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) clockwise until you see DIRECT on
the screen. Press the Right-Front Knob(3) to enter the first channel num-
ber. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) to set the value of the first number,
then press the Right-Front Knob(3) to accept and move to the next num-
ber. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) once more to set the second number
and press the Right-Front Knob(3) to confirm the selection.
Setting the Mature Channel Lock
This feature enables the ability to limit access to SiriusXM®channels with
mature content. When enabled, the Mature Channel Lock feature requires
you to enter a passcode to tune to the locked channels. The default pass-
code is 1111.
To access the sub-menu system, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) once. Ro-
tate the Right-Front Knob(3) clockwise until you see MATURE OFF on
the screen. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to set a channel
lock code. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) to set the first number, then
press the Right-Front Knob(3) to accept and move on to the next number.
Repeat this process for the remaining numbers and press the Right-Front
Knob(3) to accept the final number and turn the mature lock on.
Changing the Mature Channel Lock Passcode
The Mature Channel Lock passcode can be changed by entering the cur-
rent code and setting a new one.
To access the sub-menu system, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) once. Ro-
tate the Right-Front Knob(3) until you see MATU CODE on the screen.
Press the Right-Front Knob(3) to enter the current passcode (default is
1111). Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) to set the first number, press the
Right-Front Knob(3) to accept, and move on to the next number. Repeat this
process for the remaining numbers and press the Right-Front Knob(3) to
accept and enter a new code. Repeat the process above to set a new code.
Signal Strength
This Sub-Menu displays the current SiriusXM®signal strength on the
screen.
To access the sub-menu system, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) once. Ro-
tate the Right-Front Knob(3) clockwise until you see SIGNAL. The signal
strength will be displayed on the screen.
SiriusXM®Troubleshooting
If your SiriusXM®Connect Vehicle Tuner does not appear to be functioning
properly, and one of these advisory messages appears on the display, try
some of these troubleshooting tips.
CHK TNR (check tuner)
This message indicates an issue with your SiriusXM®Connect Vehicle Tuner.
• Check that your tuner is securely plugged into the back of the
Radio Motor.
• Check the wires between your unit and the SiriusXM®tuner for
damage.
• Check the tuner to ensure that it is not damaged.
CHK ANT (check antenna)
This message indicates an issue with your SiriusXM®antenna connection.
• Check that your SiriusXM®antenna is plugged into the tuner and
that the connection is secure.
• Check that the SiriusXM® antenna is not damaged.
• If the antenna connections are secure and the advisory message
is still displayed, turn the radio off and back on to reset the
advisory message.
BUSY (no signal)
This message indicates that your SiriusXM®tuner isn't acquiring the
audio or program information from the satellite. If this message does
not go away after a few seconds, the satellite signal is too weak at your
current location. To solve this issue:
• Make sure the antenna is mounted away from metal objects.
• Move the vehicle to a new location – especially if your vehicle is
parked underground or in a parking garage.
CH UNAVL (channel unavailable)
This message indicates that the current channel is unavailable. This error
can happen for several reasons:
• The channel may no longer be available on SiriusXM®.
• The channel may not be available with your current SiriusXM®
subscription package.
CH LOCKED (mature channel locked)
This message indicates that the Mature Channel Lock has locked the channel.
• Enter the Mature Channel Lock code.
• Tune to a channel that is not locked by the Mature Channel Lock.
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RETROSOUND
1 Left-Front Knob Right-Front Knob 3
2 Left-Rear Knob Right-Rear Knob 4
Apache Radio Controls
Apache Radio Face
Apache Mode (operation without push-buttons)
To set up your radio to function with the Apache Radio Face, press and
hold the Right-Front Knob(3) for three seconds to access the sub-menu
system. Rotate the Right-Front Knob(3) to cycle through the choices until
SEL PANEL appears. Press and release the Right-Front Knob(3) to select
between APACHE and NORMAL. With APACHE displayed on the screen,
let the unit time out to set.
Storing Radio Presets
To store a preset on the Apache Radio Face, rotate the Right-Front
Knob(3) to tune to the desired station, then rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4)
clockwise to select the desired preset (1-6). Once selected, press the
Right-Front Knob(3) to store.
Recalling Radio Presets
To recall a preset, turn the Right-Rear Knob(4) clockwise and release.
Repeat to move through the saved presets.
USB Device Playback (Motor 2A, Motor 2DAB, and Motor 4HD only)
After connecting a USB device, the radio will display the USB icon
on the screen and automatically find your songs and begin playback.
The Left-Front Knob(1) will enable you to listen to 10 seconds of each
song (INTRO), randomly shuffle all songs (SHUFFLE), and turn on repeat
(REP ALL/REP ONE).
To activate/deactivate INTRO, press and release the Left-Front Knob(1)
until INTRO appears on the screen, rotate Left-Front Knob(1) to toggle
INTRO ON or INTRO OFF. Let the unit time out to set.
To activate/deactivate SHUFFLE/REP, press and release the Left-Front
Knob(1) until SHUFFLE appears on the screen, rotate Left-Front Knob(1)
to select REP ALL/SHUFFLE/REP ONE. Let the unit time out to set.
To go to the next folder, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) clockwise.
To go to a previous folder, rotate the Right-Rear Knob(4) counter-clockwise.
Apache Radio Instructions Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Action to Solve Problem
Radio will
not turn on
(no lights,
no sound)
Constant +12V
(yellow) wire not
connected or incor-
rect voltage
Check all connections for
proper voltage with a volt
meter. Voltage range: 12-
15 volts
+12V ignition/ac-
cessory (red) wire
not connected or
incorrect voltage
Check +12V
accessory (red) wire
connection and test
voltage
Ground (black) wire
not connected
Check ground
connection
Fuse on constant
+12V (yellow) wire
is blown
Replace blown fuse
No sound
heard from
unit but unit
lights up
Volume turned
all the way down Increase radio volume
Internal amp in
protection mode
Check speaker leads
for any grounded or
shorted wires or reset sys-
tem to factory defaults*
Wrong source mode
selected
Make sure the unit is in
the desired source mode
(RADIO,AUX)
Unit blows
fuses
Possible short in
wiring or incorrect
fuse used
Make sure only fuses with
correct 15 amp ratings are
used and check all wiring
connections for possible
short
Battery hooked up
backwards
Make sure battery is prop-
erly connected
*System Reset
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do your radios work on 6 volt systems or on positive ground sys-
tems?
No. Our radios are 12 volt, negative ground only. After-market converters
and inverters are available but must provide at least 10 amps of continuous
output.
I’m having problems getting the radio to turn on.
RetroSound®radios require 12 volts to both power leads. The red lead
(+12 volt accessory) goes to a switched power source, and the yellow to
a constant +12 volt power source. Using a volt meter, check the voltage
when the key is turned from “off” to “on”. If there is a significant drop in
the voltage, the circuit to which you have the yellow lead attached cannot
handle the additional draw of the radio. You will need to find another
circuit that can handle the additional draw of the radio, or you will need to
go directly to the battery.
What speaker wire do you recommend I use?
We recommend using 16 gauge wire for our speakers.
I have all 4 speakers connected to your radio and the display is lit up
like it is working, but there’s no sound coming out.
This usually indicates one of two things:
• Speaker wires touching each other or the vehicle chassis at some
point. Check each speaker lead from radio to speaker.
• Speaker impedance below 4 ohms. Older speakers are usually
not compatible with modern electronics.
My car originally came with a switch to control my automatic
antenna. Can I use the RetroSound®radio’s remote antenna wire to
control my antenna?
No, you cannot. Your factory antenna is known as “semi-automatic.” It
requires a switch to either extend or retract the antenna. You must retain
this switch to control your antenna; the RetroSound®radio’s power
antenna wire is for more modern “fully-automatic” antennas not requiring
a separate switch.
Frequently Asked Questions
The sound output is all mid-range, with very little bass and a
strangled-sounding upper range. What is wrong?
One of your speaker wires is connected backwards. This is called being
“out of phase.” Check to make sure positive is wired to positive and
negative to negative on all your speakers.
Will cutting or bending the InfiniMount Brackets void the warranty
or harm the unit?
No. The RetroSound®patented InfiniMount Bracket system has been
designed specifically to be bent, cut and modified to simplify radio
installation. Modifying the radio’s brackets is actually encouraged to
ensure proper fit.
If you have questions about modifying the brackets, contact us via email at
[e-mail] or visit help.retromanufacturing.com.
How much should I tighten the shaft nuts when installing the
brackets and mounting the radio to the dash?
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN the shaft nuts. The shaft nuts are NOT the
only means of securing the radio to the dash. There is a backstrap
included which works with the shaft nuts to secure the radio to the dash.
Please note that overtightening the shaft nuts could break the shafts.
Retro Manufacturing, LLC will not be responsible for broken shafts due to
overtightening the shaft nuts.
I have your radio with an amplifier connected, but hear a whining/
buzzing sound through the speakers when I step on the accelerator.
If you have an external amplifier installed and experience a high-pitched
noise that varies with the engine’s RPM, there are many possible solu-
tions:
• Make sure the amplifier’s gain controls are not turned all the way
up. Amplifiers amplify everything, including noise.
• Try grounding the amplifier near where it is installed.
• Try a filter on the amplifier’s 12 volt power lead. Make sure to use
a filter that includes a ground wire.
• On rare occasions, noise can be introduced through the antenna lead.
If disconnecting the antenna makes the noise go away, you need to
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Specifications
FM
Tuning Range (USA, EUR, AUS, JAP, RUS tuning capable) .........87. 5 -10 7.9 M H z
Antenna Terminal ......................................................External Antenna Connector
Usable Sensitivity........................................................................................12.5dBf
Selectivity ..................................................................................... 75 dB @400kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio..................................................62dB (Stereo), 67dB (Mono)
Harmonic Distortion @ 1 kHz ....................................0.8% (Stereo), 0.5% (Mono)
Separation..........................................................................................32dB @1kHz
Frequency Response .........................................................................30-16,000Hz
AM
Tuning Range (USA, EUR, AUS, JAP, RUS tuning capable) ........... 530-1710kHz
Antenna Terminal ......................................................External Antenna Connector
General
Dimensions (Radio Face)...................................................3.5”W x 1.5”H x 1.05”D
(dimensions will vary depending on product purchased)
Dimensions (Radio Motor) ............................................3.96”W x 1.98”H x 4.30”D
Power Requirements..............................................................................11. 5 -14.4V
Current Consumption (during operation) ................................................ Max. 15A
Current Consumption (car off) .................................................................. <3.5 mA
Output Power (@14.4volts @4ohm @1% THD).................18x4w RMS 40x4 Max
Output Impedance...................................................................................... 4-8ohm
AUX Input (aux cable length, 8”) ....................................................>300 mV / 6 kΩ
NOTE: All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Warranty
Your unit comes with a manufacturer’s warranty covering any defects in materials and
workmanship. Retro Manufacturing, LLC (collectively referred to as “the warranter”) at its
option will either (a) repair your unit with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a
new or refurbished unit. The warranty period starts from the original purchase date and is
valid for the length of time indicated in the chart below. The decision to repair or replace
will be made by the warranter.
ITEMITEM WARRANTYWARRANTY
Motor 1A, Motor 2A, Motor 1DAB,
Motor 2DAB
One (1) Year
Motor 4HD Two (2) Years
During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must
mail in your unit during the warranty period. This warranty only applies to products
purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is
extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is.”
A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty
service.
To handle a warranty issue, contact us at [e-mail] or
888.325.1555 for a Return Authorization (RA) number. All returns and warranty issues
must be accompanied by a RA number. Any product received without a RA number will
be refused.
LIMITED WARRANTY-LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials and workmanship, and
DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO
DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred during shipment, failures which are caused
by products not supplied by the warranter, failures which result from accident, misuse,
abuse, neglect, bug infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation,
set-up adjustment, maladjustment of consumer control, improper maintenance, improper
antenna, inadequate signal reception or pickup, power line surge, improper voltage supply,
lightning, modification, commercial use (such as use in hotels, offices, restaurants, or
other business uses) or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than Retro
Manufacturing, LLC, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED
WARRANTY”. THE WARRANTER IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS UNIT OR
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes
damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if
applicable, travel to and from the servicer, and loss of media, data or other memory
contents. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS
AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY,
ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this unit develops during or after the
warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Retro Manufacturing, LLC.

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