CAR689 INFORMATION Copyright and Trademark Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc. / Use of the Apple CarPlay logo means that a vehicle user interface meets Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this vehicle or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
The SAFETY NOTICE is reminder to drive responsibly and safely while using your mobile phone device, or any APP’s that are compatible with this unit. it is highly recommended that your JENSEN CAR689 is installed by a professional installer or an authorized dealer.
CAR689 INSTALLATION Preparation Please read and understand entire manual before installation. Consult a qualified technician for detailed instructions or installation assistance. Before You Start • Disconnect negative battery terminal. • 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.
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(1) 15 amp ATO blade-type fuse located on the back of the unit. Wiring Notes: Front / Rear camera inputs Up to two cameras (not included) can be used. We recommend optional JENSEN Backup Camera Part # BUCAM200J for FRONT CAMERA and BUCAM300AJ or BUCAM400AJ for REAR CAMERA 5V 1A...
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CAR689 OPERATION Getting Started - First Time Setup Wizard The first time the unit is powered ON, the SETUP WIZARD will help guide you through the main radio system settings and connect to your Bluetooth Device. STEP 1 STEP 2...
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CAR689 OPERATION Main Control Locations Press any button to turn the unit on. Press Power On/Off and hold to turn the unit off Press volume + to increase the volume level Volume Up Press to silence the audio. Momentarily press again Mute to return to the previously selected volume.
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CAR689 OPERATION Source Menu Operation Full Screen Clock Home Source Menu Press for Top 3 Sources in use Quick Select Sources Radio Tuner Direct Access Radio Main Media Player Direct Access Media Player Apple CarPlay or Android Auto Direct Access Carplay | Android Auto Press for full screen Clock ->...
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CAR689 OPERATION Gesture Source Ribbon Operation While in any MAIN SOURCE - RADIO | BLUETOOTH HANDSFREE | MEDIA PLAYER (other than Apple CarPlay or Android Auto) you can quickly and safely SWIPE select the most common SOURCE from simple LEFT | RIGHT | UP | DOWN SWIPE GESTURE controls.
CAR689 OPERATION AM/FM Tuner Operation Full Screen Clock Loc/Dx Home Source Menu Press for Top 3 Sources in use Quick Select Sources Press for AM | FM | SXM Radio BAND Selector (Optional SXM Tuner required) To store Channel Presets - Press and HOLD 3 seconds...
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CAR689 OPERATION Media Player - USB / BT Music / AV AUX Input Full Screen Clock Home Source Menu Media Player - BT Music Media Player - AV AUX Input Press to MUTE Audio...
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CAR689 OPERATION SiriusXM Satellite Radio Activation ® Only SiriusXM Satellite Radio brings you more of what you love SiriusXM Radio ® ® to listen to, all in one place. Get over 140 channels, including Activating commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment.
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CAR689 OPERATION SiriusXM Satellite Radio Operation - Part 1 ® Full Screen Clock Home Source Menu Band Selector Press for SXM Band 1 | Band 2 | Band 3 Satellite Strength Satellite Signal Strength Indicator BAND Presets 1~6 To store Channel Presets - Press and HOLD 3 seconds...
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CAR689 OPERATION SiriusXM Radio Operation - Part 2 ® Channel Manager Home Source Menu Press for any of Top 3 Sources in use Quick Select Sources Channel Information Channel List Press to return to SXM mode Media Player Channel | Artist | Song | Info...
CAR689 OPERATION SiriusXM Radio Operation - Part 3 ® Favorite Selection Press here to select Alert is active when a Favorite Song or Artist is available Favorites Manager Home Source Menu Press for any of Top 3 Sources in use...
CAR689 OPERATION SiriusXM Parental Control ® Settings Menu 1. On the SirusXM menu touch Parental Control. The Enter password Screen appears. 2. Enter your 4-digit password. The following screen appears: Lock / Unlock Screen 3. Touch to Station lock, touch lock icon to unlock, the icon will disappear.
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CAR689 OPERATION SiriusXM Radio Advisory Messages ® SiriusXM Recommendation Advisory Message The radio has detected a fault with the SiriusXM antenna. The antenna cable may be either disconnected or damage. Verify that the antenna cable is connected to the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner.
Tips CAR689 OPERATION Bluetooth - Handsfree Operation 5V 1A USB CHARGE Nyne ADS15 Home Source Menu Top Used Sources Press for Direct Access to Top Sources Signal Strength Carrier Signal Strength Indicator Keypad Press to Dial the Call Contacts Press to see Contact List...
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CAR689 OPERATION Media Player - USB Top 3 Sources Home Source Media Player Menu USB Playback Press desired option to select between audio sources for Source Selector the media player: USB, Auxiliary Input or Bluetooth Music. Press to display all files/folders on the device (Music or File/Folder List Pictures).
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CAR689 OPERATION Media Player - BT Music / AV AUX Input Media Player - Bluetooth Music Media Player - Auxiliary Input Press desired option to select between audio sources for Source Selector the media player: USB, Auxiliary Input or Bluetooth Music.
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CAR689 OPERATION Bluetooth - Handsfree Operation Top 3 Sources Home Source Menu Before you can use a Bluetooth device, it must be Preparation paired and connected. Make sure that Bluetooth is activated on your device before you begin the pairing process.
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CAR689 OPERATION Bluetooth - Handsfree Operation Press to display a list of paired devices, and Device Manager select desired device to connect. Use the keypad to dial a number. Keypad Press to connect a call to the number entered. Talk Press to backspace when using the keypad.
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CAR689 OPERATION Connected Mobile Devices - Apple CarPlay Apple CarPlay. The ultimate copilot. CarPlay is a smarter, safer way to use your iPhone in the car. CarPlay takes the things you want to do with your iPhone while driving and puts them right on your display.
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CAR689 OPERATION OPERATION CarPlay - Operation Starting CarPlay Connect an iPhone to the receiver’s USB port using a Apple Certified Lightning cable (not included). Apple CarPlay will launch automatically. Familiar applications will appear on the on screen. Note: For safety reasons, CarPlay features are limited while driving and will vary with each CarPlay-enabled app.
CAR689 OPERATION Connected Mobile Devices - Android Auto Android Auto brings the most useful apps to your phone screen or units display, in a format that makes it easy for you to keep your main focus on driving. You can control things like navigation and maps, calls and text messages, and music.
CAR689 OPERATION Starting Android Auto Connect an Android Auto compatible device to the unit via USB cable. Android Auto will launch automatically, or it can be accessed at any time from the main menu. Note: When the device for Android Auto is connected to this unit, the device is also connected via Bluetooth at the same time.
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CAR689 OPERATION Cameras & Auxiliary Input Rear Camera Connect an optional rear camera to the Rear Camera inputs (Yellow RCA connector for video and Black RCA connector for audio). Refer to the wiring diagram for details. Manual selection - Touch the REAR CAMERA icon from the Main Menu or from any operational mode (when enabled) to select camera mode.
CAR689 OPERATION Settings Menu From the Main Menu, press the gear icon to access the Setup menu and adjust the following: General, Audio, Display, Radio and Bluetooth. Swipe down for more settings General: • Time me - Pres set the time.
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CAR689 OPERATION Settings Menu Radio: • Radio Region - Select North America, Europe or Latin America. • RDS/RBDS - Enable or disable this feature. • Traffic Announcements - Enable or disable this feature. • Alternate Frequencies - Enable or disable this feature.
CAR689 OPTIONS Steering Wheel Controls A third-party adapter must be used in order for the CAR689 to be compatible with any OEM steering wheel controls. The CAR689 has a built-in 3.5mm SWC interface that compatible with many popular 3rd party SWC control modules, such as PAC, METRA, and others.
CAR689 WARRANTY Limited One Year Warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Namsung America Inc. warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase.
Please keep your original sales receipt and be prepared to provide this receipt in the event you require service, as your original receipt is considered the best proof of purchase and indicates the date you purchased your JENSEN product. Dealer Info Dealer Name:...
CAR689 GENERAL Specifications FM Tuner US Tuning Range: 87.5MHz-107.9MHz EU Tuning Range: 87.50MHz-108.00MHz Usable Sensitivity: 8.5dBf 50dB Quieting Sensitivity: 10dBf Stereo Separation@ 1kHz: 30dB Frequency Response: 30Hz-13kHz AM Tuner Tuning Range: 530kHz-1710kHz Usable Sensitivity: <42dBu Frequency Response: 30Hz-2.2kHz Bluetooth Version: 4.1 + EDR...
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CAR689 INSTALLATION & OWNER’S MANUAL Customer Support 1-888-921-4088 (Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM EST) Visit https://www.jensenmobile.com Designed and Engineered in USA All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of NAMSUNG AMERICA INC.
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