DC535Bi 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.
12 volt source. Using an incorrect fuse could damage the radio. Right Front Right Rear The DC535Bi uses one Gray/Black (-) Violet/Black (-) 10 amp ATM fuse located Gray (+) Violet (+) in-line.
DC535Bi Control Locations - Receiver Auxiliary Input Open Source Tune / Track Down Bluetooth Talk Preset Down / Thumbs Down Play / Pause Display Mute Volume Knob/ Select (push) Preset Up / Thumbs Up Band / Go Back Tune / Track Up...
DC535Bi Control Locations - Remote Source Preset Up / Thumbs Up Volume Up Key 0 / Key + Power Preset Down / Thumbs Down Select Key 7 / Key * Tune / Track Up Key 5 / Folder Down Volume Down...
Disc, Auxiliary Input, USB, iPod, Bluetooth and Pandora modes. Modes of operation are shown in the display. Auxiliary Input The DC535Bi offers an auxiliary input ports for connecting an audio device, MP3 player, etc. Press SOURCE to select auxiliary input mode.
DC535Bi 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.
DC535Bi General Operation General Setup Menu Menu Function Options Action Programs the unit to USA tuner spacing. (200kHz for FM and 10kHz for AM). Tuner Programs the unit to South American tuner spacing. Frequency S-America (100kHz for FM and 10kHz for AM).
DC535Bi 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 disc playback. Disc Gain (-6 minimum / +6 maximum) Rotate the volume knob to adjust the gain for the front auxiliary input.
DC535Bi AM/FM Tuner Operation Manual Tuning Press TUNE or TUNE momentarily to change radio frequency up or down one step at a time. Press and hold to advance quickly. Press TUNE or TUNE Seek Tuning for more than two seconds (then release) to automatically seek and tune to the next strong station.
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DC535Bi CD Operation Insert CD Press OPEN to fold down the front panel and expose the CD slot. With the label facing up, insert a standard size CD into the CD slot. The CD will automatically begin playback. Eject CD With the front panel open, press EJECT to eject the CD.
DC535Bi MP3/WMA Operation Playing MP3/WMA Files To play MP3/WMA files, insert a data CD or 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.
DC535Bi 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 disc or device will be displayed. Note: Any files located in the root directory will be located in the folder named "ROOT".
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DC535Bi MP3/WMA Operation File/Folder Compatibility and Support - CD Type Specification • CD-ROM (ISO), CD-R, CD-RW Compatible File • CD-DA (digital audio) Types • MP3 data (.mp3) • WMA data (.wma) • DRM protected files • WMA lossless • Apple lossless Incompatible File •...
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DC535Bi MP3/WMA Operation File/Folder Compatibility and Support - USB 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 •...
Podcasts Full/Manual Control The DC535Bi 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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DC535Bi 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 DC535Bi is powered-on. If your device was previously paired but does not connect, use these instructions below.
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DC535Bi Bluetooth Operation Disconnecting a Press and hold for 3 seconds to disconnect a Device connected device. The device will remain paired and appear in the SEARCH menu, but not be connected. Press once. “Enter Phone Number” appear on the Manual Dialing display.
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 DC535Bi. Bluetooth Setup Menu Options Function...
DC535Bi 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...
DC535Bi 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...
DC535Bi 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.
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