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AM505BT INSTALLATION/OWNER'S MANUAL Marine Receiver with Built-In Digital Amp...
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AM505BT Preparation Please read entire manual before installation. Before You Start • Disconnect negative battery terminal. Consult a qualified technician for instructions. • Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperatures, such as from direct sunlight, or where it would be subject to dust, dirt or excessive vibration.
(Violet/Black) (Violet) (White) (White/Black) (Gray/Black) (Gray) ANTØ3(BLACK) FUSE When replacing the fuse, make sure new fuse is the correct type and amperage. Using an incorrect fuse could damage the radio. The AM505BT uses one 30 amp ATM fuse located in-line.
AM505BT Control Locations - Receiver Open Tune / Track Down Source Preset Down / Thumbs Down Camera / Loudness Display Mute Play / Pause Band / Go Back Volume Knob/ Select (push) Power Preset Up / Thumbs Up Menu Tune / Track Up...
AM505BT Control Locations - Remote 15 5 Source Preset Up / Thumbs Up Volume Up Preset Down / Thumbs Down Power Key 5 / Folder Down Select Key 4 / Play / Pause Tune / Track Up Key 1 / Repeat Volume Down...
Auxiliary Input, USB, iPod, Bluetooth and Pandora modes. Modes of operation are shown in the display. Auxiliary Input The AM505BT uses the IP35USB adapter on the back of the unit for connecting an audio device, MP3 player, etc. Refer to the wiring diagram for connection instructions. Once connected, press SOURCE to select auxiliary input mode.
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AM505BT General Operation Setup Menu Press MENU to toggle through and select one of the following setup menus: Audio, General, Gain and Screen. 1. Once the desired menu is displayed, rotate the volume knob to scroll through the list of menu features.
AM505BT General Operation General Setup Menu Menu Function Options Action Rotate the volume knob to adjust the hours, then press Set the Clock Clock SELECT to confirm. Repeat to adjust the minutes, and repeat again to adjust AM/PM setting. Programs the unit to display 12-hour AM/PM time (example:...
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AM505BT General Operation Gain Setup Menu Menu Function Options Rotate the volume knob to adjust the tuner gain. Tuner Gain (-6 minimum / +6 maximum) Rotate the volume knob to adjust the gain for the front auxiliary input. Aux Gain (-6 minimum / +6 maximum) Rotate the volume knob to adjust the gain for the rear auxiliary input.
AM505BT AM/FM Tuner Operation Press TUNE or TUNE momentarily to change Manual Tuning radio frequency up or down one step at a time. Press and hold to advance quickly. Press TUNE or TUNE for more than two seconds Seek Tuning (then release) to automatically seek and tune to the next strong station.
AM505BT MP3/WMA Operation Playing MP3/WMA Files To play MP3/WMA files, connect a USB device containing MP3/WMA files. “Loading" will flash in the display. Depending on the number of files and folders, this may take several seconds. Displaying Information Press DISP to cycle between track information and file/ folder information.
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AM505BT MP3/WMA Operation File/Folder Search Begin Searching Press SELECT to enter the file/folder search mode. A list of all the folders from the device will be displayed. Note: Any files located in the root directory will be located in the folder named "ROOT". Choose a Song Turn the volume knob to cycle through all the folders on the device, and press SELECT to choose the desired folder.
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AM505BT MP3/WMA Operation File/Folder Compatibility and Support Type Specification • MP3 data (.mp3) Compatible File Types • WMA data (.wma) • DRM protected files • WMA lossless • Apple lossless Incompatible File • WMA Pro Types • MP3 Pro • MP3 playlists • M4A/AAC data • WAV lossless Sampling Frequency ...
Podcasts Full/Manual Control The AM505BT features both full and manual control modes for iPod/iPhone devices. See page 8 for details to toggle the control between full and manual modes. Important: To support manual control for iPod/iPhone, the iPod device must be updated to the newest firmware.
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AM505BT iPod Operation Song Select Press to skip to the beginning of next song. Press to return to the beginning of current song. Pressing again skips to the beginning of previous song. Fast Forward and Press and hold to fast forward or reverse a Reverse song.
Connecting a Paired Device Most Bluetooth devices support the auto-connect feature, and will connect automatically if the device is in range when the AM505BT is powered-on. If your device was previously paired but does not connect, use these instructions below. • If your most recently connected Bluetooth device becomes disconnected or does not reconnect, press BAND from Bluetooth mode to reconnect your mobile device.
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AM505BT Bluetooth Operation Disconnecting a Press and hold for 3 seconds to disconnect a connected Device device. The device will remain paired and appear in the SEARCH menu, but not be connected. Manual Dialing Press once. “Enter Phone Number” appear on the display. Using the remote control, enter the phone number using the 0-9 buttons.
2) Press and hold MENU for 3 seconds to reset Bluetooth settings back to factory default. Compatibility Note: Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some mobile devices may be incompatible, function improperly or may not support all features when used with the AM505BT. Bluetooth Setup Menu Options Function...
AM505BT Pandora Operation Requirements Control for Pandora requires: • An iPhone device with a reliable data connection, or an iPod touch that is connected to wireless internet. • The Pandora App installed on the iPhone/iPod device. • An active account with Pandora. Sign up at www.pandora.
2. If you require service during the original purchase. warranty period, you must carefully pack the product (preferably in the Dual Electronics Corp. agrees, at our original package) and ship it by prepaid option, during the warranty period, transportation with a copy of the original...
AM505BT Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action Yellow wire not connected or incorrect Check connections for proper voltage Red wire not connected or Unit will not turn on voltage (11-16VDC) incorrect voltage (no power) Black wire not connected Check connection to ground Fuse blown Replace fuse Speaker wires not connected Check connections at speakers Unit has power ...
AM505BT FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.