Optimus 120-2154 User Manual

High-power in-dash am/fm stereo cd player

Advertisement

Quick Links

High-Power In-Dash AM/FM Stereo CD Player
(120-2154/55)
This document contains instructions for both Cat. No. 120-2154 and
120-2155 stereos.
of the stereo.)
button.
Unless otherwise noted, these are the primary differences
between the two units listed.
Your Optimus High-Power In-Dash AM/FM Stereo CD Player has many practical,
easy-to-use features, and you can install it in almost any vehicle.
stereo's anti-theft control panel lets you quickly remove it, making the
stereo inoperative.
strong local stations into a separate travel memory.
Memory tuning, seek and scan tuning, and FM optimizer circuitry all help
make your stereo's operation simple and quick to help you drive safely.
CAUTION:
Use common sense.
traffic or during hazardous driving conditions.
CD PLAYER
Audible Search - lets you rapidly play a CD in either direction to locate
Intro Scan - scans and plays the first 10 seconds of each track, so
Shuffle Play - randomly selects and plays tracks from the loaded CD.
Repeat Play - automatically repeats the current track.
AM/FM STEREO TUNER
Band Button - lets you easily select one of the stereo's AM or
Memory Scan Tuning - scans all stations stored in memory, playing for
Memory Tuning - lets you quickly store and tune up to 18 of your
Auto Travel - lets you automatically store the first 6 strong
Features
(You can find the Cat. No. of your model on the top
120-2154 has a LOUD button while 120-2155 has an FSM
The auto travel programming feature lets you store
Do not change your stereo's settings in heavy
a desired section of a track.
you can find a specific track.
FM bands.
5 seconds on each.
favorite stations (6 AM and 12 FM).
Faxback Doc. # 48528
The

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for Optimus 120-2154

  • Page 1 High-Power In-Dash AM/FM Stereo CD Player (120-2154/55) This document contains instructions for both Cat. No. 120-2154 and 120-2155 stereos. of the stereo.) 120-2154 has a LOUD button while 120-2155 has an FSM button. Unless otherwise noted, these are the primary differences between the two units listed.
  • Page 2 Programming Seek Tuning - searching forward or backward to the next strong Digital Synthesized - gives you precise tuning and drift-free reception. Circuitry Advanced FM Optimizer - automatically adjusts the tuner's stereo Circuitry GENERAL Electronic Bass, Treble, - let you easily adjust high and low sounds Fader, and Balance Controls Anti-Theft Control Panel - lets you quickly remove and store the Lighted On/Off Button - makes it easy to turn on your stereo, even...
  • Page 3 The CD player in this stereo system is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service. WARNINGS: This system employs a laser light beam. service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, due to possible eye injury.
  • Page 4: Before You Begin The Installation

    High-Power In-Dash AM/FM Stereo CD Player (120-2154/55) This document contains instructions for both Cat. No. 120-2154 and 120-2155 stereos. of the stereo.) 120-2154 has a LOUD button while 120-2155 has an FSM button. Unless otherwise noted, these are the primary differences between the two units listed.
  • Page 5: Making The Connections

    it is mounted. Be sure to avoid obstructions behind the mounting surface. Routing Speaker Wires If you install speakers, avoid routing the speaker wires near moving parts or sharp edges. You can usually route them along the wiring channel beneath the vehicle's door facings by carefully removing the molding that holds the carpet in place.
  • Page 6 4 Ohms. Your local RadioShack store carries a full line of speakers. You must connect the GROUND, +12V TO IGNITION, and +12V TO BATTERY wires first, then make all other connections as described in the following sections before you plug the harness with the 14-pin connector into the stereo.
  • Page 7 (Black) - Ground (Red) - + 12V to Ignition (Yellow) - + 12V to Battery (Blue/White) - AMP Remote Turn on 500 mA MAX Disconnect the cable from your vehicle's negative (-) battery terminal. Connect the black ground wire to a chassis ground, such as a metal screw attached to a metal part of the vehicle's frame.
  • Page 8 Connecting Two Pairs of Speakers If you are using both front and rear speakers, follow these steps to connect the harness with the 14-pin connector to the speakers. 12-2154 Only: Before connecting the speakers, remove the tape that holds the mounting sleeve in place and slide the sleeve off of the stereo.
  • Page 9 (White/Black) - Left Speaker (Gray/Black) - Right Speaker (-) (Green/Black) - |\\___ Do Not Connect (Violet) - |// (Violet/Black) - |/ For 12-2154: If you are using only one pair of speakers, remove the tape that holds the mounting sleeve in place and slide the sleeve off of the stereo.
  • Page 10: Testing The Connections

    Make sure you have securely made all other connections, then plug the harness' connector into the stereo's 14-pin wiring socket. cable to the vehicle's negative (-) battery terminal. TESTING THE CONNECTIONS Turn on your vehicle's ignition and install your stereo's control panel (see "Installing the Control Panel"...
  • Page 11: Removing The Stereo From The Dash

    Reconnect the wire harness and the antenna. Slide the stereo into the sleeve until it locks into place. If you are securing the stereo in an existing mounting hole in the dash, push the supplied rubber mounting grommet onto the mounting bolt.
  • Page 12 Note: The keys are labeled to show their top edges. Remove the keys from the slots. Disconnect the wire harness and the antenna. If you are mailing or shipping the stereo, use a Phillips screwdriver to reinstall the shipping screw in the top of the stereo. Reconnect the cable to the vehicle battery's negative (-) terminal.
  • Page 13: Using The Control Panel

    High-Power In-Dash AM/FM Stereo CD Player (120-2154/55) This document contains instructions for both Cat. No. 120-2154 and 120-2155 stereos. of the stereo.) 120-2154 has a LOUD button while 120-2155 has an FSM button. Unless otherwise noted, these are the primary differences between the two units listed.
  • Page 14: Basic Operation

    High-Power In-Dash AM/FM Stereo CD Player (120-2154/55) This document contains instructions for both Cat. No. 120-2154 and 120-2155 stereos. of the stereo.) 120-2154 has a LOUD button while 120-2155 has an FSM button. Unless otherwise noted, these are the primary differences between the two units listed.
  • Page 15 WARNING: To protect your hearing, do not listen at high volume levels. Slowly increase the volume to a comfortable listening level. AUDIO CONTROL SEL - Repeatedly press until bAS, TRE, bAL, or FAd and a number appear on the display, then repeatedly press or hold down + or - within 5 second to change the stereo's bass, treble, balance, or fader settings.
  • Page 16: Displaying The Clock

    Repeatedly press FSM until FSM I or FSM II appears. Adjust the volume, bass, treble, balance and fader using the information in "Adjusting the Sound" above. Note: FSM I or FSM II blinks while you adjust the controls. When you finish adjusting the stereo's settings, hold down FSM until the stereo beeps twice.
  • Page 17: Memory Tuning

    Seek Tuning: Hold down TUNE/SEEK TRACK - or + for about 1 second to tune to the next lower or higher station. Press AUDIO CONTROL SEL + or - to increase or decrease the volume as desired. Notes: ST appears when an FM signal is received in stereo. See "Adjusting the Sound"...
  • Page 18 memory. Note: If the stereo could not find any stations, P - 1 - - - appears on the display. to the radio. Repeatedly press BND until ATP disappears to get out of automatic travel programming. Selecting a Stored Station To select a station you manually stored in AM, FMI, or FMII, repeatedly press BND to select the desired memory group, then press the desired memory channel button.
  • Page 19: Cd Player Operation

    As the radio scans each memory channel, P- and the channel number flash and the frequency is displayed. stereo returns to the original station. To stop scanning when the radio pauses at a station you want to listen to, press BND again during the pause. CD PLAYER OPERATION CAUTIONS: Play only CDs that have this mark on them:...
  • Page 20: Selecting A Track

    resume play, press CD again. Note: If you pause a CD for more then 5 minutes, the stereo turns off. To remove a CD from the CD player, press (symbol). Notes: If you eject a CD while it is playing and do not remove it from the CD player, the stereo automatically draws the CD back in and starts playing again after about 5 seconds.
  • Page 21: Scanning The Tracks

    To repeat a track, press RPT/2 during play. play. When the track ends, it automatically repeats. To stop repeating the track and resume normal play, press RPT/2. disappears. SCANNING THE TRACKS You can set the stereo to play the first 10 seconds of each track on the loaded CD, so you can find the track you want to listen to.
  • Page 22: Resetting The Stereo

    High-Power In-Dash AM/FM Stereo CD Player (120-2154/55) This document contains instructions for both Cat. No. 120-2154 and 120-2155 stereos. of the stereo.) 120-2154 has a LOUD button while 120-2155 has an FSM button. Unless otherwise noted, these are the primary differences between the two units listed.
  • Page 23: The Fcc Wants You To Know

    Unless otherwise noted, these are the primary differences between the two units listed. Your Optimus High-Power In-Dash AM/FM Stereo CD Player is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. you care for your stereo so you can enjoy it for years.
  • Page 24: Cd Care Tips

    CD CARE TIPS Even though a CD is very durable, you should handle it with care. recommend the following precautions. Keep the CD in its protective case or sleeve when you are not playing Handle a CD by its edges to avoid fingerprints which can prevent the CD player's laser beam from accurately reading the CD.
  • Page 25 If the fuse is brown, replace it. fuse or a replacement fuse with the proper rating (such as Cat. No. 270-1005). The fuse must be 1 amp. Reassemble the fuse holder by inserting the fuse into the longer of the fuse holder's ends, and pushing together and twisting the two parts until they latch together.
  • Page 26: Signal Format

    High-Power In-Dash AM/FM Stereo CD Player (120-2154/55) This document contains instructions for both Cat. No. 120-2154 and 120-2155 stereos. of the stereo.) 120-2154 has a LOUD button while 120-2155 has an FSM button. Unless otherwise noted, these are the primary differences between the two units listed.
  • Page 27 Sampling Frequency: ... 8 times Pick-Up System: ... Optional Pick-Up Optical Source: ... Laser Wavelength: ... 785 nm Rotation Speed: ... 200-500 rpm Error Correction: ... CIRC Number of Channels: ... 2-channel stereo GENERAL: Power Source: ... 12V DC Negative Ground Speaker Output Impedance: ...

This manual is also suitable for:

120-2155

Table of Contents