Mobile audio system installation and operation manual model vr182 (17 pages)
Summary of Contents for Jensen MP1516BT
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MP1516BT Mobile Audio System Owner’s Manual watts peak 40W x 4...
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Thank you for choosing a Jensen product. We hope you will find the instructions in this owner’s manual clear and easy to follow. If you take a few minutes to look through it, you’ll learn how to use all the features of your new Jensen MP1516BT Mobile Audio System for maximum enjoyment.
MP1516BT WARNINGSBEFOREINSTALLATION Important warnings to take note of BEFORE installing the unit: Damage caused by incorrect installation or usage is NOT covered by the warranty. PLEASE take the time to read the installation in- structions carefully. To validate the warranty please ensure that the unit is installed by a professional, VAT registered car audio installation company.
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• If this unit is installed in a vehicle that does not have an ACC (accessory) position on the ignition switch, the red lead of the unit should be connected to a terminal coupled with ignition switch ON/Off operations. If this is not done, the vehicle battery may be drained when you are away from the vehicle for several hours.
MP1516BT • If noise is still experienced when the motor of the vehicle accelerates, a choke should be placed in line with the power to the unit. The installation company will know what is required. • When replacing the fuse(s) the replacement must be of the same amperage as shown on the fuse holder.
RemovetheOldUnitfromtheDashboard Remove the outer trim frame. DIN Front Mount 2. Insert the keys supplied with the old unit into both sides of the unit as shown in figure below until they click. Pull to remove the old unit from the dashboard.
INSTALLATION It’s a good idea to read all of the instructions before beginning the installation. We recommend having your Jensen MP1516 Mobile Audio System installed by a reputable installation shop. WARNING! Disconnect the negative battery terminal from the battery before starting installation.
Remove the Transport Screws Before Installation Remove the two transport screws from the top of the unit before installing the unit. Remove screws before installation. DINFrontMount(MethodA) Installation Opening This unit can be installed in any dashboard having an opening as shown below: Installing the Unit Be sure you test all connections first, and then follow these steps to install the unit After removing the old radio and mounting sleeve, insert the supplied...
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MP1516BT 2. Bend the tabs on the mounting sleeve to keep the mounting sleeve firmly in place. 3. Attach the wires from the unit to existing wires. See the wiring connections diagram. Insert the radio into the dashboard. Then apply the trim frame to the outside of radio.
DINRearMount(MethodB) This method of installation uses the screw holes at the sides of the unit and the holes of the existing vehicle mounting bracket. This is only intended as a general guide; contact the vehicle’s manufacturer for specific instructions. NOTE: Outer trim frame, hook, and mounting sleeve are not used for this installation.
MP1516BT USINGTHEDETACHABLEFACEPLATE RemovingtheFaceplate Press the (release) button on the faceplate and pull off the faceplate. Release Button Faceplate 2. Keep the faceplate in the protective case. Protective Case Faceplate...
InstallingtheFaceplate To install the faceplate, insert the faceplate into the housing and make sure it is properly installed. Otherwise, the display may appear to be abnormal or some buttons will not function properly. Handling Precautions Do not drop the faceplate. 2.
MP1516BT WIRINGCONNECTIONS External Microphone Jack ISO-connector Antenna RCA OUT socket left=white right=red Fuse 10 A Connector A Connector B 1. Rear right speaker (+) /Blue 1. No connection 2. Rear right speaker (-) /Blue-White 2. No connection 3. Front right speaker (+) / Grey 3.
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Black Ground Wire Connect the Black Ground wire to the vehicle body/chassis. Make sure that you have a good chassis ground. Good ground connections will eliminate most electrical noise from the motor and alternator. A good chassis ground requires a tight connection to the vehicle’s metal chassis. The area around the ground connection should be clean, bare metal without rust, paint, plastic, dust or dirt.
MP1516BT CONTROLSANDINDICATORS (NextTrack/FastForward)Button During disc play, this button is used to quickly select the end of a particular track in the forward direction. With each press of the button, the next higher track number will be selected as shown on the display panel. Press and hold the button to advance rapidly in the forward direction as indicated by the elapsed time display.
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6. ST(Stereo)Button In FM radio mode, press this button to switch between stereo and mono mode of reception. 7. DiscSlot With the label surface facing up, fully insert a compact disc into the slot until the load mechanism engages. Note: This unit is designed for play of standard 5” (12 cm) Compact Discs ONLY. Do not attempt to use 3”...
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MP1516BT 19. 2/INTRO(Introduction)Button Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. Press this button again to resume playback. 20. 1/ (Play/Pause)Button Press this button to pause playback. Press this button again to resume playback. 21. MuteButton Press this button to mute the audio.
REMOTECONTROLOPERATION BatteryInstallation The remote control comes with a battery already Remote Control Back View installed with a Pull Tab to prevent battery discharge. Remove the Pull Tab before attempting to use the remote control. Note: The remote control will only operate this device. It is not a universal remote control and will not control other equipment.
MP1516BT UsingtheRemoteControl Point the Remote Control at the remote control receiver on front panel of the unit. Make sure that the signal path is not obstructed. 2. Press the function keys on the handset to control the system. Note: The maximum distance at which signals can be received is about 6 feet.
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2. VOL Button Press this button to increase the volume. 3. SEL(SoundSelect)/MENUButton Press this button select the audio function (bass, treble, balance, fade or loudness) to be adjusted. VOL Button Press this button to decrease the volume. 4. 3/RPT(Repeat)Button Press this button to repeat the current track. Press this button again to cancel the repeat function.
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MP1516BT 12. F/PSButton In FM or AM mode, press and hold this button to activate the preset scan and save function. In USB/SD mode, press this button to access the folder or directory search function. (HangUp)/DISPButton In Bluetooth mode, press this button to hang up or reject an incoming call.
TurningtheUnitOnorOff Press the (Power On/Off ) button, or press and hold any button to turn the unit on. The message “JENSEN” appears on the display panel, indicating the unit is ready for use. When the unit is on, press the (Power On/Off ) button to turn the unit off.
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MP1516BT Sound Adjustment Mode The sound adjustment mode allows you to easily adjust your mobile audio system to meet the acoustical characteristics of your vehicle. Toadjustthebass: Press the volume knob or press the SEL button on the remote control repeatedly until "BAS" appears on the display panel.
Loudness Control Loudness automatically alters the frequency response curve of audio to make it sound more natural when played at a lower volume level. Press the volume knob or press the SEL button on the remote control until “LOUD OFF” appears on the display panel. This indicates that the loudness function is OFF.
MP1516BT RADIOOPERATION ChoosingaRadioBand Press the SRC button on the faceplate or the MOD button on the remote control to select radio mode. The radio frequency appears in the display panel together with the frequency memory band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).
SavingYourPresetStations There are six numbered preset buttons which can store and recall stations for each band. While listening to a radio station you would like to save as a pre-set, press and hold one of the buttons numbered 1-6 until you hear a beep. The button you pressed is now the preset button for that station.
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MP1516BT Selecting an FM Station by Program Type (PTY) This radio will allow you to select the type of program required, and will search for a station broadcasting that type of program. Press the CLK/PTY button until the program type and “PTY” appears on the display panel.
CD/MP3/WMAOPERATION LoadingaDisc Insert a disc into CD slot with label side up. The disc will be automatically loaded into the unit, even when it is off or in radio mode. The word “LOAD” will blink on the display panel and the CD will play automatically. EjectingaDisc Press the (Eject) button to eject the disc from the slot.
MP1516BT MP3/WMAPlayback While you are playing a disc with MP3 or WMA files, the first file in the root folder will be played. As the file is playing “MP3” or “WMA” will be displayed first, then if there is any ID3 information that will be displayed as the file is playing.
Multi-SessionCDReading This unit can read multi-session CDs. The multi-session reading will be activated automatically if the player detects a file that is written in multi-session format. ElectronicSkipProtection The unit is equipped with Electronic Skip Protection (ESP) circuits. Electronic Skip Protection is for driving on rough roads. The CD will play for 10 seconds on rough roads without skipping.
MP1516BT DiscNotes Notes on discs: • This unit will only play the following discs: Type of Disc Label on the disc Recorded Material Size of Disc CD, MP3, WMA Audio only 12 cm • This unit only reads 12 cm discs.
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Cleaning and Handling Discs To enjoy the best sound quality, handle discs as indicated below: • Clean the discs with a cleaning cloth. Clean each disc from the center to the outside edge. • Don’t use CDs with blobs of glue or ink on its surface. •...
MP1516BT USBOPERATION The unit contains a USB port. The USB port is located on the faceplate beneath the protective cover. You can connect an USB memory device using this port. 1. Locate the USB Input Cover on the faceplate. USB Input Cover 2.
MEMORYCARDOPERATION There is an SD Memory Card Slot on the housing of the unit. The housing is accessed by removing the faceplate. Press the release button on the faceplate. Release Button Release Button Faceplate 2. Pull off the faceplate to reveal the Memory Card slot. Faceplate 3.
MP1516BT MP3/WMAPlayback To play MP3/WMA files from a SD card, remove the faceplate and insert a SD card into the SD Memory Card Slot on the housing. The unit will start playing MP3/ WMA files on the SD card memory automatically when the faceplate is installed.
iPod®/iPhone®OPERATION An iPod or iPhone device can be connected to the unit via your iPod cable to the USB interface on the front panel. Once connected, “FLASH IPOD” appears on the display panel, then playback starts automatically. When the unit is in another mode of operation, press the SRC button on the front panel or the MOD button on the remote control to select iPod mode.
Bluetooth functions. Adhere to the following guidelines: • Before using Bluetooth functions, you must pair your mobile phone to the MP1516BT head unit. • The line-of-sight distance between this unit and your mobile phone must be 9 feet (3 meters) or less for sending and receiving voice and data via Bluetooth wireless technology.
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5. At this point a prompt stating that pairing is successful should appear. Another prompt should appear asking connect to the unit, Yes or No. Press Yes. The mobile phone and the unit should connect. The mobile phone should display a message similar to “Device Connected. ” The mobile phone and the unit are now connected.
MP1516BT • DIALED: Display the last 10 dialed numbers. Press the buttons to scan the numbers. Press the button to dial the number. • MISSED: Displays the call you have missed. Press the buttons to scan the numbers. Press the button to dial the number.
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TransferringaCall While talking, press the button to transfer the phone call between the mobile phone and the unit. 2. Press the button answer to transfer the phone call back to the head unit. Note: If you transfer a call to mobile phone, the mute function is cancelled and the unit will return to the mode it was in prior to the call.
MP1516BT SPECIFICATIONS CEAPowerRatings Power output: 13 watts RMS X 4 channels into 4-ohms @ < 1% THD+N Signal to noise ratio: 70dBA below reference. (Reference: 1 watt, 4-ohms) Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz (-3dB), Auxiliary input used as source reference Reference supply voltage: 14.4VDC...
TROUBLESHOOTING Before going through the checklist, the check wiring connections. If any of the problems persist after checking the list, contact your nearest service dealer. Problem Cause Solution No power. • The car ignition switch is • If the power supply is not on.
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MP1516BT Problem Cause Solution • Press the RESET button. • The built-in microcomputer operation is not operating properly • The faceplate is not properly keys do not due to noise. installed. work. The radio • The antenna cable is not •...
CAREANDMAINTENANCE Use only a clean silicon cloth and neutral detergent to clean the front panel. A rough cloth and non-neutral detergent (such as alcohol) may result in scratching or discoloration. 2. Do not get water or cleaning fluids on the unit. 3.