OWNER'S MANUAL
AND INSTALLATION GUIDE
SUB
CAR COMPACT DISC PLAYER/RECEIVER
ACD-28
AM/FM/MPX RADIO
WITH DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL
COMPACT DISC PLAYER,
CD CHANGER CONTROLS AND QUARTZ CLOCK
Released 1-31-03.
TOLL-FREE INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE
The installation and wiring connections for this unit are so simple, we doubt you'll need our help, but, if you
do, we're here to help you. Just call our toll-free telephone assistance line at 1-800-645-4994 during the days
and hours shown (U.S.A. and Canada only).
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DAY
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MOUNTAIN
CENTRAL
EASTERN
8:30AM - 7PM
9AM - 5PM
MON.-FRI.
SATURDAY
7:30AM - 6PM
8AM - 4PM
5:30AM - 4PM
6AM - 2PM
6:30AM - 5PM
7AM - 3PM
UNIVERSAL INSTALLATION USING MOUNTING SLEEVE
NUT (5MM)
PERFORATED STRAP
EXISTING DASH OPENING
FILE EDGES TO FIT IF NECESSARY - DO NOT OVERFILE
NOTE:IFDASHISSOLID, USEREARSIDE(WITHOUTTHELIP)OF
MOUNTING SLEEVE AS A TEMPLATE & CUT OPENING
FASTEN THIS END TO SCREW
STUD ON REAR OF CHASSIS
BEND TOP
TABS UPWARD
SCREW
(5MM)
BEND BOTTOM
TABS DOWNWARD
RADIO
SCREW STUD
NUT (5MM)
MOUNTING SLEEVE
FASTEN THIS END TO SECURE PART OF DASHBOARD.
DRILL HOLE IF NECESSARY.
REMOVALTOOLS
CAUTION:
FOR PROPER OPERATION OF THE CD PLAYER, THE CHASSIS
MUST BE MOUNTED WITHIN 20° OF HORIZONTAL. MAKE SURE
THE UNIT IS MOUNTED WITHIN THIS LIMITATION.
FOLD-DOWN
DETACHABLE
FRONT PANEL
20° MAX.
SIDE VIEW
OF
FRONT PANEL
CHASSIS
ISO INSTALLATION
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
REMOVE THE PLASTIC FRAME FROM THE FRONT OF
THE CHASSIS BY CAREFULLY UNSNAPPING IT.
MAXIMUM
SCREW SIZE
M5 x 8
UNSNAP AT 2 PLACES
EACH ON TOP AND BOTTOM
MAXIMUM
SCREW SIZE
M5 x 8
PLASTIC FRAME
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FACTORY MOUNTING
BRACKETS
RADIO WIRING
REFER TO PAGE 5 FOR SPEAKER WIRING
AUTOMATIC
ANTENNA
ANTENNA
BLUE
FUSEBLOCK
EXISTING
ANTENNA
CABLE
“RADIO” FUSE
+ 12V ACCESSORY
RED
1-AMP FUSE
SCREW
METAL PART OF DASH
BLACK
CAR BATTERY
(DRILL HOLE IF NECES-
SARY)
YELLOW
IMPORTANT
YELLOW WIRE MUST BE
CONNECTEDASSHOWNOR
RADIOWILLNOTOPERATE
PROPERLY
FILTER/FUSE
BOX
15-AMP FUSE
POSITIVE (+)
TERMINAL 12V
BATTERY
4 PIN PLUGS
ANTENNA
PLUG
9 PIN PLUG
(SEE PAGE 5 FOR SPEAKER
WIRING)
ANTENNA
CONNECTOR
RADIO
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SPEAKER WIRING
REFER TO PAGE 4
FOR RADIO WIRING
WARNING!
! THE AMPLIFIERS IN THIS RADIO ARE ONLY DESIGNED FOR USE WITH 4 SPEAKERS.
! NEVER COMBINE (BRIDGE) OUTPUTS FOR USE WITH 2 SPEAKERS.
! NEVER GROUND NEGATIVE SPEAKER LEADS TO CHASSIS GROUND.
! FAILURE TO WIRE EXACTLY AS SHOWN BELOW MAY CAUSE ELECTRICAL
DAMAGE TO THE RADIO.
RCA LINE IN
JACKS
RCA LINE OUT
FOR USE WITH
AUXILIARY INPUT
DEVICES (CD
NOTE:
JACKS
FOR USE WITH
OPTIONAL
EXTERNAL
AMPLIFIERS
CALL 1-800-645-4994 FOR RECOMMENDATIONS
OF MODEL CHANGERS THAT WILL WORK WITH
YOURRADIO.
PLAYER, ETC.)
RADIO
DINCABLE(SUPPLIED
WITH CD CHANGER).
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OMPACT
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WHITE = LEFT
RED = RIGHT
8-PIN DIN SOCKET FOR CONNECTION TO
OPTIONAL CD CHANGER
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9-PINPLUGS
4-PINPLUGS
LEFTFRONTSPEAKER
SEE PAGE 4 FOR
RADIOWIRING
RIGHTFRONTSPEAKER
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WHITEw/BLACKSTRIPE
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Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm Eastern
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RIGHTREARSPEAKER
LEFTREARSPEAKER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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ON-OFFPOWERBUTTON
Press this button to turn the unit on and off
when the ignition switch is on. When the unit
is off, the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) panel
will normally display the time-of-day. If the
radio is off when the ignition switch is turned
off, the POWER button must be pressed to
turn on the radio after the ignition switch is
turned on. If the ignition switch is turned off
while the radio is on, the radio will come on
automatically when the ignition switch is
again turned on.
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PUSHSELECTBUTTON(SEL)
This button is used to select the audio function
(bass, treble, balance, or fade2) to be adjusted
using the Volume Level control
. Pressing the
Select button once will set the unit for volume
adjustment (VOL will appear on the display panel).
Pressing the button additional times will select
bass adjustment (BAS on display), treble (TRB),
balance (BAL), or fader (FAD). The display will
automatically return to the normal indication 5
seconds after the last adjustment or when another
function is activated.
2
VOLUMELEVELCONTROL
NOTE: If the BAS or TRB functions are set while
the Equalizer function (EQ) is active, the
Equalizerfunctionwillautomaticallyrevert
to the FLAT setting.
To increase the volume level, rotate the
PUSHSELECT-VOLcontrolclockwise(CW).
The volume will increase and the level will be
shown on the display panel from a minimum
of 00 to a maximum of 100. To decrease the
volumelevel,rotatethePUSHSELECT-VOL
control counterclockwise (CCW). The vol-
ume will decrease as shown on the display
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BASS CONTROL
To adjust the bass level, first select the Bass
mode by pressing the PUSH SELECT button
3
so the BAS indication appears on the display
panel. Within 5 seconds of choosing the Bass
mode, rotate the Volume Level control
panel. This contro3l also includes the inte-
for adjustment of the
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gral Select button
2
CCW or
bass, treble, balance and fader levels as
CW to adjust the bass response as desired. The 10F (full front). When the level between the
level will be shown on the display panel from a frontandrearspeakersisequal, FAD F=R will
minimum --10 to a maximum of 10 (00 indicates be shown on the display panel. The display
flat response). The display will automatically return will automatically return to the normal
to the normal indication 5 seconds after the last indication 5 seconds after the last adjustment
or when another function is activated.
adjustment or when another function is activated.
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LOUDNESS CONTOUR (BAND/LOUD)
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TREBLECONTROL
To adjust the treble level, first select the Treble
mode by pressing the PUSH SELECT button so
the TRB indication appears on the display panel.
When listening to music at low volume levels,
this feature will boost the bass and treble
ranges to compensate for the characteristics
of human hearing. Press the BAND/LOUD
button for 2 seconds to activate this feature
andtheindication LOUDONwillappearonthe
display panel for 5 seconds. Pressing the
button again for 2 seconds will deactivate the
feature, and LOUD OFF will appear on the
display panel for 5 seconds.
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rotate the Volume Level control
Within 5 seconds of choosing 2the Treble mode,
CCW or CW to
adjust the treble response as desired. The level
will be shown on the display panel from a minimum
of --10 to a maximum of 10 (00 indicates flat
response). The display will automatically return to
the normal indication 5 seconds after the last
adjustment or when another function is activated.
9AUDIOMUTESELECTOR(MUT)
Press this button momentarily to mute the
volume from the system (MUTE will appear
flashing on the display panel). Pressing this
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LEFT/RIGHTBALANCECONTROL
To adjust the left-right speaker balance, first select
the Balance mode by pressing the PUSH SELECT
button 2again, adjusting the Volume Level
, or pressing any other button, will
button
display panel. Within 5 seconds of choosing the
Balance mode, rotate the Volume Level control
3
so the BAL indication appears on the
control
return to the volume level setting in use before
2
the Mute function was activated.
CCWtoadjustthestereobalancetotheleftchannel
speakers, or CW to adjust it to the right channel
speakers. The balance position will be shown on
thedisplaypanelfromBAL10L(fullleft)toBAL10R
(full right). When the volume level between the left
and right speakers is equal, BAL L=R will be
shown on the display panel. The display will
automatically return to the normal indication 5
seconds after the last adjustment or when another
function is activated.
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AM/FMBANDSELECTOR(BAND/LOUD)
Each time the BAND/LOUD button is pressed,
the radio band is changed. The indications
F1, F2, F3 or AM will appear in the display
panel according to your selection.
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AUTOMATICUP/DOWNTUNING
(
/
)
To select a radio station in the automatic mode,
momentarily press the Up Tuning (
button to advance the unit to the next available
station, or the Down Tuning ( ) button to
)
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FRONT/REARFADERCONTROL
Toadjustthefront-rearspeakerbalance, firstselect
the Fader mode by pressing the PUSH SELECT
tune downward to the next available station.
The radio will automatically seek the next
strongest station. If the Local mode (LOCAL)
is active, the radio will seek the next strongest
local station when either button is pressed.
button
display panel. Within 5 seconds of choosing the
Fader mode, rotate the Volume Level control
CCWorCWtoadjustthefront-rearspeakerbalance
as desired. The fader position will be shown on
the display panel from FAD 10R (full rear) to FAD
3
so the FAD indication appears on the
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MANUALSEEKTUNING
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AUTOSTORE/PRESETSCAN(AS/PS)
Thisfunctionisusedtosearchrapidlyupward
ordownwardforadesiredstation.Bypressing
either tune button for more than 2 seconds,
the radio will enter the MANUAL seek mode
asdisplayedmomentarilyonthepanel.When
either button is pressed and held in this
mode, the radio will tune rapidly up or down
and will stop at the station of choice when the
button is released. A momentary press of
either button in this mode will cause the radio
to tune upward or downward two digits at a
time.If tuningisnotactivatedwithin5seconds
of entering the MANUAL mode, the radio will
automaticallyreverttothedefaultAUTOmode
as indicated momentarily on the panel.
Pressthisbuttonmomentarilytoscanthestations
pre-setintothememoryonthe3FMbandsorthe
AM band. The unit will stop at each pre-set
station for 5 seconds before continuing to the
next pre-set station (the pre-set number on the
display panel will flash during Pre-Set Scan
operation). Press the button again momentarily
to stop Pre-Set Scan operation and remain on
the selected frequency.
Pressing and holding the button for longer than
2 seconds will activate the Auto-Store Tuning
feature which will automatically scan and enter
up to 6 stations into the 6 pre-set memories on
eachoftheFMbands,ortheAMbandinuse. After
entering the stations into the memories, the unit
will automatically stop at each station for 5
seconds so each can be heard. If you have
already set the pre-set memories to your favorite
stations,activatingtheAuto-StoreTuningfeature
will erase those stations and enter the new
ones. This feature is most useful when travelling
in a new area where you are not familiar with the
local stations.
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LOCAL/DISTANTSELECTOR(LOC)
This feature is used to select the strength of
the signals at which the radio will stop during
Automatic Up/Down Tuning. Pressing the
button will select the Local setting (LOCAL
willappearonthedisplaypanelfor5seconds)
and tuning will select only strong (local)
stations for reception. Pressing the button
again will select the Distant setting (DX will
appear on the display panel for 5 seconds)
and the tuning will stop at a wider range of
signals, including weaker (more distant)
stations.
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STATION PRE-SET MEMORIES
To set any of the 6 pre-set memories in each
band, use the following procedure:
1. Turn the radio on and select the desired
band.
2. Select the first station to be pre-set using the
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FM MONO SELECTOR (MONO)
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During FM radio operation, this button is
used to select mono or stereo reception of
the broadcast signal. Under normal reception
conditions, the unit should be left in the
stereo mode as indicated by ST and the
associated signal strength indicator on the
display panel when tuned to an FM stereo
signal. If the stereo signal is too noisy for
comfortablelistening,presstheMONObutton
toswitchtomonoreception(the STindication
will disappear from the display panel). To
return to stereo reception mode, press the
button again; the ST indication is displayed.
Tuning Controls.
3. Press the pre-set button to be set and
continue to hold it in for approximately 2
seconds. The pre-set number will appear
on the display panel indicating that the
station is now set into that pre-set memory
position. The station can now be recalled at
any time by pressing that button.
4. Repeat the above procedure for the
remaining 5 pre-sets on that band and for
the other 3 bands on the unit.
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EQUALIZER (EQ) BUTTON
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DISC SLOT
The EQ button applies preset sound effects to
the unit’s audio output signal.The EQ button,
when pressed, will activate one of the following
operatingmodes(CLASSICS,POPM,ROCKM,
DSP OFF or FLAT). If the Equalizer function is
active, as displayed on the panel, and the bass
and/or treble level is set, the Equalizer function
reverts to the FLAT setting. On the other hand, if
the Equalizer function is activated, the bass/
treble setting(s) are ignored. Conversely, when
theEqualizerfunctionisnotactive,theunitreturns
to the user set bass and treble levels.
Gentlyinsertthediscintotheslot(labelsurface
facing up) until the soft-loading mechanism
engages and pulls the disc in. The S--CDP
indication will appear on the display panel for
5 seconds, the center of the disc (
)
indication illuminates and becomes animated,
and the track number and elapsed time appear
on the display panel.
CAUTION: This unit is designed for play of
standard 5" (12cm) compact
discs ONLY. Do not attempt to
use 3" (8cm) CD-Singles in this
unit, either with or without an
adapter, as damage to the player
and/or disc can occur. Such
damagewillnotbecoveredbythe
Warranty on this product.
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STATION SCAN (SCN) BUTTON
When this button is pressed during radio
operation, each station in the current band will be
scanned in the upward direction; each displayed
station will flash for 5 seconds before moving on
to the next station. If the local mode is active, only
the stronger, nearby stations in the current band
will be scanned. When the desired station
appears, press the SCN button again to remain
on that frequency.
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TRACK SELECT (
/
)
The Track Select function of the Tune/Seek/
Track buttons is used to quickly access the
beginning of a particular track when a disc is
in play. Each time the Forward Track Select
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LIQUIDCRYSTALDISPLAYPANEL
(
) button is pressed, the next higher track
The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) panel displays
the frequency, time and activated functions,
including a combination audio level/disc
number will be selected as shown on the
display panel. Similarly, each time the
Backward Track Select (
next lower track number will be selected as
shown on the display panel.
) is pressed, the
indicator in the form of dual disc icons (
)
with circular bar graphs depicting the the audio
signal. In addition, the display also contains a
receivesignal indicatorwhichdepictstherelative
strength of the incoming broadcast frequency.
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CUE/REVIEW FUNCTIONS (
/
)
High-speed audible search to any section of
the disc can be made by the Cue and Review
NOTE: It is a characteristic of LCD panels that,
if subjected to cold temperatures for an
extended period of time, they may take
longer to illuminate than under normal
conditions. In addition, the visibility of
the numbers on the LCD may slightly
decrease. The LCD read-out will return
to normal when the temperature
functions. PressandholdtheCue(
)button
to advance rapidly in the forward direction (the
advancing disc playing time will be shown on
the display panel, except for discs formatted
with MP3 audio), or the Review (
) button to
advance rapidly in the backward direction (the
decreasing disc playing time will be shown on
the display panel.
Increases to a normal range.
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disc play will be suspended; the center of the
disc icon ( ) will stop rotating, indicating disc
pause. When the button is pressed again,
S--PAUSE will disappear from the display and play
willresumefromthepointatwhichpauseoccurred.
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TRACK SCAN SELECTOR (SCN)
During disc play, press this button to play the
first 10 seconds of each track on the disc
(S--SCN will appear on the display panel).
When a desired track is reached, press the
SCN button again to cancel the function
(S--SCN will disappear from the display
panel) and play of the selected track will
continue. Scan mode will also be canceled
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DISC EJECT (
)
Disc play is stopped and the disc is ejected when
this button is pressed. Radio or CD changer
operation will automatically resume depending
on which mode was in operation prior to disc play.
If the disc is not removed from the unit within 15
seconds of being ejected, it will automatically be
re-loaded into the unit to prevent it from being
Play
by acctiqvating the Repeat Play
functions.
cpREPEATPLAYSELECTOR(RPT)
During disc play, press this button to repeat
the play of the selected track (S--RPT will
appearonthedisplaypanel). Playofthetrack
will continue to repeat until the button is
pressed again and the S--RPT indication
disappears from the display panel. Repeat
accidentally damaged (
will appear on the
display panel to indicate that a disc is loaded in the
the MODE button
function.
player). Play of thecduisc can be resumed by using
to choose the CD player
theTrackScan
SHUFFLEPLAYSELECTOR(SHF)
Play mode willcaolso be canceled by activating
orShufflePlaycqfunctions.
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MODESELECTOR(MODE)
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During radio or tape play, press this button to
select operation of the optional CD changer as
shown by CDC, the disc number and the track
number on the display panel. Refer to the CD
Changer Controls section for specific operating
instructions.
During disc play, press this button to play the
tracks on the disc in a random shuffled order
(S--SHF will appear on the display panel). In
Shuffle Play mode, the TRACK Select function
will also select tracks in random order instead
of the normal progression. The Shuffle Play
mode can be canceled by pressing the button
again (S--SHF indication will disappear from the
If the button is pressed when no CD changer is
connected to the unit, no CDC indications will
appear on the display panel. The unit will then
return to radio operation. To return to the disc play
operation (if a compact disc is loaded in the unit),
press the button again. During disc play, press this
buttontochangetoradiooperationwithoutejecting
the disc.
dcipsplay panel) or by caoctivating the Repeat Play
functions.
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DISC SELECT UP/DOWN (UP/DN)
These buttons are used to select the desired
disc for play during changer operation. To ad-
vance to a higher number disc, press the UP
button, and to return to a lower number disc,
press the DN button. The number of the disc in
play will be shown on the display panel.
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SUB-WOOFER SELECT
When the SUB-WOOFER button is pressed, the
sub-woofer audio output, via the single RCA
connector on the green wire, is made available to
an optional sub-woofer speaker, if installed in the
vehicle.
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DISC PAUSE (PAU)
When this button is pressed during disc play,
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S--PAUSE will appear on the display, and
NOTESONUSEOFFRONTPANEL
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TIME/FREQUENCY SELECTOR(T/F)
Pressing the Time/Frequency (T/F) button will
display the time of day for 5 seconds, after which
the display will automatically return to the radio,
tape or CD changer display, depending on which
one was currently active.
1. Make sure the front panel is right-side-
up when attaching it to the chassis as it
cannot be attached when up-side down.
2. Donotpressveryhardonthefrontpanel
whenattachingittothechassis.Nomore
than light to moderate pressure should
be needed.
Tosetthecorrecttimeofday,refertotheprocedure
for Setting the Clock.
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THEFT-DETERRENT LED
3. When attaching the front panel, make
sure the right side is correctly engaged
before pressing the left side to lock it
into position.
Located on the chassis behind the front panel,
a light-emitting diode (LED) will flash when the
panel is removed. The flashing light serves as
avisualwarningtothewould-bethiefthattheunit
has been disabled by removal of the front panel.
4. When taking the front panel with you,
please use the supplied carrying case
to protect the panel from dirt and
damage. Make sure there is no dust or
dirt on the electrical terminals on the
back of the panel as this could cause
intermittent operation or other
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RESET BUTTON
A RESET button is located on the front of the
chassis (front panel must be removed to access
the button). The reset circuitry is provided to
protect the microprocessor circuitry and should
only be activated under the following
circumstances as it will erase the time and pre-
set memories.
malfunctions.
DETACHING THE FRONT PANEL
1. Upon initial installation after all wiring is
completed.
3. Ifthereisamalfunctionofanyoftheswitches
on the unit, pressing the RESET button may
clear the system and return to normal
dpoperation.
FRONTPANELRELEASEBUTTON
Release
button
This button is used to release the mechanism
that holds the front panel to the chassis. To
detach the front panel, press the button so that
the left side of the panel is released. Grasp the
released side and pull it off of the chassis. To
re-attach the panel, position the right side of the
panel in place first and then press the left side
of the panel until the mechanism locks it into
place.
ATTACHING THE FRONT PANEL
Engage right
side first
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SETTING THE CLOCK
1. Switch the vehicle ignition and radio on.
2. Momentarily press the Time/Frequency (T/F) Select button
on the display panel.
3. Press and hold the Time/Frequency button until the time display begins flashing. While
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so that the time is shown
the display is still flashing, press the Up Tuning (
) button to adjust the hours and the
A or P indication, then the Down Tuning (
) button to adjust the minutes to the correct
time.
4. Five seconds after the last hour or minute adjustment is made, the time will be set in the
unit and the display will return to the normal indication.
CD PLAYER ERROR CODES
If a problem should develop while operating the CD player, an error code (ER-1, ER-2,
ER-3, etc.) may appear on the display panel. This can indicate a number of problems
with the unit, including a mechanical error or an error in the microprocessor control of the
player. If an error code should appear, try ejecting and re-loading the disc into the player.
While the disc is out of the unit, make sure it is clean, undamaged, and loaded correctly
(label surface up). You may also try activating the RESET button doon the unit, but this
will also erase the time and pre-set memories.
If the suggested measures do not solve the problem, contact an approved warranty
station near you for further assistance.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Size:
7” W
x
2” H
x
6” D
178 mm x 50 mm x 150 mm
Operating Voltage:
Output Power:
12 volts DC, negative ground
160 watts maximum (40 watts x 4 channels)
Output Wiring:
Floating-ground type designed for 4 speaker use.
The amplifiers in this unit are NOT designed for use with
2 speakers.
RCA pre-amp level outputs.
Output Impedance:
Pre-Amp Output:
Tuning Range:
Compatible with 4 - 8 ohm speakers
500 mv.
AM: 530 - 1,710 KHz. (10 KHz. step)
FM: 87.5 - 107.9 MHz. (200 KHz. step)
Sensitivity:
AM: >45 dB.
FM: >15 dB at a S/N of 30 dB
FM Stereo Separation:
25 dB at 1kHz
CD Frequency Response:
5 – 20 kHz. +0/-3 dB
CD Signal/Noise Ratio:
CD Channel Separation:
CD Distortion:
>70 dB
>60 dB
0.2%
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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NOTES ON DISCS:
Attempting to use non-standard shape discs (e.g.; square, star, heart) may damage the unit. Be
sure to use round-shape CDs only in this unit.
NOTESONCD-Rs(RecordableCDs)/CD-RWs(RewriteableCDs):
1. Be sure to use discs with the following marks only for play in this unit:
2. The unit cannot play a CD-R or CD-RW that is not finalized. (Please refer to the
manual of your CD-R/CD-RW software for more information on the finalization
process.)
3. Depending on the recording status, conditions of the disc and the equipment used
for the recording, some CD-Rs/CD-RWs may not be played on this unit.
RELIABLEPLAYBACK:
To ensure more reliable playback, please note the following recommendations:
1. Use CD-RWs with speed 1x to 4x.
2. Use CD-Rs with speed 1x to 8x, and write with speed 1x to 2x.
3. Do not play a CD-RW which has been written on more than 5 times.
NOTESONMULTI-SESSIONDISCS:
If the first track of the first session is audio CD data, then the unit will play only the audio CD
data.
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CD CHANGER CONTROLS
disc, press the UP button To return to a lower
number disc, press the DN button. The
number of the disc in play will be shown on the
display panel.
Built into this radio are controls to operate an
optional CD changer. Please check with your
Rampage/Audiovox car stereo specialist for
recommendations of the models that will work
with this radio.
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TRACK SELECT (
/
)
This button is used to quickly select the
beginning of a particular track. With each
momentary press of the Forward Track Select
Once the changer is installed and properly
connected, it may be necessary to press the
RESET button behind the radio front panel to
initialize the complete installation.
button(
), thenexthighertracknumberwill
be selected as shown on the display panel.
Similarly, with each momentary press of the
Adjustmentoftheaudiofunctions(volume, tone,
balance, and fader) for the CD changer operate
in the same manner as they do for radio play.
The following controls will operate the CD
changer when it is installed and connected to
this radio. Refer to the owner’s manual included
with the CD changer for instructions on the
installation and correct loading and use of the
CD magazine.
Backward Track Select button (
), the next
lower track number will be selected.
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FOWARD/REVERSE SEARCH (CUE/
REVIEW)
High-speed audible search to any forward or
reverse section of the disc can be made with
this feature. Press and hold the forward (cue)
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CDCHANGERPAUSE/PLAYSELECTOR
( PAU )
Duringcruadio, or tape play, press the MODE
button (
direction,orpressandholdthereverse(review)
button ( ) to advance rapidly in the reverse
) to advance rapidly in the forward
button
toselectoperationoftheCDchanger
as shown by CDC on the display. Disc play will
begin, the disc and track number will be shown
on the display panel, and the center of the disc
(backward) direction. In either case, the center
of the disc icon will rotate faster when search
is active.
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TRACK SCAN SELECTOR (SCN)
icon (
) will become animated. If a new
WhentheSCN buttonismomentarilypressed,
the SCN indication will appear on the display
panel, and the first 10 seconds of each track
on the disc will be played in order. When a
desired track is reached, press the SCN button
again and play of the selected track will
continue (SCN will disappear from the display
panel). The Track Scan mode will also be
canceled by activating any other disc function
(Track Select, Repeat or Random).
magazine has been loaded into the changer,
play will begin from the first track of the first disc
in the magazine. If a magazine was already in
the changer, play will resume from the track on
the disc previously in play.
During CD changer play, pressing the PAU
button once will stop changer play; PAUSE will
appear on the display and the center of the disc
icon will remain stationary. To resume disc
play, press the PAU button again and disc play
will resume from the point at which it was
interrupted.
When the SCN button is pressed and held for
more than 2 seconds, the disc scan mode is
activated; DSN will appear on the display and
the first 10 seconds of the first track on each
disc will be played in disc order. This mode is
canceled in the same manner as before.
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DISC SELECT (UP/DN)
These buttons are used to select the desired
disc for play. To advance to a higher number
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TRACK REPEAT PLAY SELECTOR
(RPT)
When the RPT button is momentarily
pressed, the RPT indication will appear on
thedisplaypanelandplayofthecurrenttrack
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SHUFFLEPLAYSELECTOR(SHF)
When the SHF button is momentarily pressed,
the SHF indication will appear on the display
panel and the tracks on the disc will be played in
will be continually repeated until the Track buttons
a randodms, shuffled order. The Track Select
will also select tracks in the shuffled
order instead of the normal progression. The
Track Shuffle mode can be canceled by pressing
the SHF button again or by activating the Track
Repeat mode is canceled by pressing the
RPT button again or by activating the Track
Select, Random Play or Scan functions.
When the RPT button is pressed and held for Select, Repeat Play or Scan functions.
more than 2 seconds, the disc repeat mode
is activated; DRT will appear on the display
and the play of the current disc will be
continuously repeated. This mode is
canceled in the same manner as before.
When the SHF button is pressed and held for
more than 2 seconds, the disc shuffle mode is
activated; DSF will appear on the display and the
play of the discs in the magazine will be played
inarandomshuffledorder. Thismodeiscanceled
in the same manner as before.
CD CHANGER ERROR CODES
If a problem should develop while operating the CD changer, the following error codes may
appear on the display panel.
ER-1: Indicates that there is no magazine loaded in the CD changer.
ER-2: Indicates a problem with the magazine eject function.
ER-3: Indicates an error in the disc loading function.
ER-4: Indicates an error in the disc un-loading function.
ER-5: Indicates an error in the magazine position.
ER-6: Indicates an error in the laser pick-up position.
ER-7: Indicates an error in the laser focus on the disc.
In any of the above situations, try ejecting the CD magazine from the changer and make sure
the discs are clean, undamaged, and loaded correctly (refer to the Owner’s Manual of the CD
the RESET button
changer). Re-load dthoe magazine and check for proper operation. You may also try activating
on the unit, but this will also erase the time and pre-set memories.
If the suggested measures do not solve the problem, contact an approved warranty station near
you for further assistance.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The radio section of your new sound system does not require any maintenance. We
recommend you keep this manual for reference on the many features found in this unit as well
as how to set the clock. The compact disc player section also requires no routine maintenance,
but proper understanding of its use and handling will help you obtain maximum enjoyment of
its capabilities. The following points should be observed:
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! Whencleaningtheinteriorofthevehicle, donotgetwaterorcleaningfluidsontheunit.
! The CD player is a precision instrument and will not operate properly in extreme hot or
cold. Incaseofsuchconditions,waituntiltheinteriortemperatureofthevehiclereaches
a normal temperature before using the player.
! If the temperature inside the player gets too hot, a protective circuit will automatically
stop play of the disc. In this case, allow the unit to cool off before operating the player
again.
! Never insert anything other than a 5" (12 cm) compact disc into the player as the
mechanism can be damaged by foreign objects.
! Do not attempt to use 3" (8 cm) CD-Single discs in this unit, either with or without an
adaptor, as damage to the player and/or disc may occur. Such damage will not be
covered by the Warranty on this product.
! When not using the disc player, always remove the compact disc.
! Whenthevehiclewarmsupduringcoldweatherorunderdampconditions,moisturemay
condense on the lens of the disc player. Should this occur, the player will not operate
properlyuntilthemoisturehasevaporated.
! TheunitisdesignedwithavibrationdampeningCDmechanismto minimize interruption
ofdiscplayduetonormalvibrationinamovingvehicle. Whendrivingonveryroughroads,
however, occasional sound skips may occur. This will not scratch or damage the disc
and normal play will resume when the rough conditions cease.
HANDLING COMPACT DISCS
Dirt, dust, scratches, and warpage can cause skips in the playback and deterioration of
sound quality. Please follow these guidelines to take care of your compact discs:
! Use only compact discs with the mark:
! Fingerprints,dust,anddirtshouldbecarefullywipedoffthedisc’splayingsurface(shiny
side) with a soft cloth. Wipe in a straight motion from the inside to the outside of the
disc.
! Never use chemicals such as record sprays, household cleaners or thinner to clean
compact discs. Such chemicals can irreparably damage the disc’s surface.
! Discs should be kept in their storage cases when not in use.
! Donotexposediscstodirectsunlight,hightemperaturesorhighhumidityforextended
periods.
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! Do not stick paper, tape, or labels on the disc surfaces nor write on them with any type
ofmarker.
12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY
AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original
retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal
use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months
from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new
or reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair
labor.
To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be
delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specification of
defect(s), transportation prepaid, to the warranty center at the address shown below.
This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of car static or motor noise, to correction
of antenna problems, to costs incurred for installation, removal, or reinstallation of the
product, or damage to tapes, compact discs, speakers, accessories, or vehicle electrical
systems.
This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of the
Company, has suffered or been damaged through alteration, improper installation,
mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial
number/bar code label(s). THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS
WARRANTYISLIMITEDTOTHEREPAIRORREPLACEMENTPROVIDEDABOVEAND,
INNOEVENT,SHALL THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE
PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES,INCLUDINGANYIMPLIEDWARRANTYOFMERCHANTABILITY,SHALL
BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR
BREACHOFANYWARRANTYHEREUNDERINCLUDINGANYIMPLIEDWARRANTYOF
MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 30 MONTHS FROM
DATEOFORIGINALPURCHASE. INNOCASESHALLTHECOMPANYBELIABLEFOR
ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY
OTHERWARRANTY,EXPRESSORIMPLIED,WHATSOEVER. Nopersonorrepresentative
is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in
connection with the sale of this product.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations
or 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.
USA.: AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, 150 MARCUS BLVD.,HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
1-800-645-4994
CANADA: CALL 1-800-645-4994 FOR LOCATION OF WARRANTY STATION SERVING YOUR AREA
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