Axxera AC536Bi Installation & Owner's Manual

Axxera AC536Bi Installation & Owner's Manual

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For Mechless and CD Receivers
Not all features listed in this QSG
are available on all models.
To download the complete,
model-specific manual, please visit
axxeraaudio/support/manuals.php
or call 1-866-382-5476,
9AM-5PM EST (Monday-Friday).
General Operation
Power On/Off
Press the
button to turn the unit on. Press
turn unit off.
Faceplate
Press RELEASE and pull away from the left side to
Removal
remove. To re-install, insert right side of faceplate
first then push left side to secure.
Changing Modes
Press MODE to select between AM/FM, CD player,
auxiliary front/rear, USB and operation of iPod/iPhone.
Modes of operation are shown in the
display.
Volume
Adjust volume using volume knob.
Mute
Press
to silence the audio. Press
listening at the previously selected volume.
Auxiliary Inputs
Insert a 3.5mm cable in the units front AUX port, or RCA
cables into the rear AUX-IN connectors.
Reset
Press the RESET button to reset the unit back to the
factory settings if abnormal operation occurs. The reset
button is located behind the front panel.
Setting the Clock
With the unit on, press and hold DISP until the clock
begins to flash, then release. Press TUNE
ll
the hours and TUNE
to adjust the minutes. Press
DISP momentarily to save the selected time.
Display
Press DISP to toggle display between various displayed
information.
Audio / Menu
Press and hold AUDIO/MENU for more than three
seconds to access the setup menu. Press AUDIO/MENU
momentarily to select between the menu functions and
rotate the volume knob left/right to adjust or activiate
the desired function.
To download the complete Owner's Manual for your radio,
please visit www.dualav.com/support/manuals.php.
Installation
Before You Start
• Consult a qualified technician for instructions. Dual always recommends
professional installation.
• Disconnect negative battery terminal.
• Remove trim ring from unit (if installed).
• Remove 2 transit screws located on top of the unit (if applicable).
• Insert the removal keys, and remove the mounting sleeve from the head unit.
Note: Most vehicles require an installation kit, wiring harness and/or antenna
adapter (all sold separately) to properly install the head unit in the vehicle.
Installation Process
1. Carefully remove the existing head unit.
2. Connect wiring harness. Consult a qualified technician if you are unsure.
3. Mount the head unit using the mounting sleeve or ISO brackets (depending
on your vehicle's dashboard).
4. Connect wiring harness and antenna. Test the head unit for correct operation.
5. Slide into mounting sleeve to secure, or mount the ISO brackets to the
vehicle.
6. Snap trim ring into place.
Wiring Connections
The chart below the connection for each wire in the wiring harness.
Color
Connection
Red
12V Ignition / Accessory
Yellow
12V Battery / Memory
Black
Ground
Blue
Power Antenna / Amp Turn-on
Grey
Right Front (+)
Grey/Black
Right Front (-)
White
Left Front (+)
White/Black
Left Front (-)
Violet
Right Rear (+)
Violet/Black
Right Rear (-)
Green
Left Rear (+)
Green/Black
Left Rear (-)
AM/FM Tuner Operation
again to
Seek Tuning
Press
TUNE
second to seek to the next strong station.
Manual Tuning
Press
TUNE
radio frequency up or down one step at a time. Press and
hold to advance quickly.
Band
Press BAND to select between FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1
and AM2 bands. Up to six presets can be programmed
for each band, enabling up to 18 FM stations and 12 AM
stations to be stored in memory.
again to resume
Storing Presets
Up to 18 FM and 12 AM stations can be stored. To store
a station, select the desired band and station. Press and
hold the desired preset button (1-6) for more than two
seconds. When stored, the preset number will appear in
the display.
Recalling
Preset stations can be recalled any time by pressing the
nn
Presets
corresponding preset button.
to adjust
To download the complete Owner's Manual for your radio,
please visit www.dualav.com/support/manuals.php.
Mounting the Head Unit:
Typical DIN mounting
Step 1:
Insert the mounting sleeve
into the installation kit or
dashboard.
Step 2:
Bend multiple
mounting tabs around
the mounting sleeve
until the mounting
sleeve is secure.
Step 3:
Connect all wiring
harnesses and slide
Tip:
When a suitable ground wire is
the head unit into the
not present in the vehicle wiring
mounting sleeve until it
harness, connect the black ground
wire to the vehicle chassis.
Mounting the Head Unit:
Fuse:
ISO mounting
When replacing the fuse, make
sure new fuse is the correct type
Using the existing brackets
and amperage. Using an incorrect
or the brackets supplied
fuse could damage the radio.
with the installation kit,
mount the brackets to the
sides of the head unit with
the screws supplied with
the head unit.
nn
ll
or
TUNE
for more than one
nn
ll
or
TUNE
momentarily to move
Fast Forward/
CD-R/CD-RW
Compatibility
Installation
Single DIN
Double DIN
Dashboard or
Installation Kit
Mounting Sleeve
Mounting Sleeve
Single DIN
Double DIN
Dashboard or Installation Kit
Dashboard or Installation Kit
Mounting Sleeve
Mounting Tabs
Mounting Tabs
Double DIN
Single DIN
Dashboard or Installation Kit
Dashboard or Installation Kit
Mounting Sleeve
Head Unit
Head Unit
Single DIN
Double DIN
Decorative
Existing
Bezel
Brackets
Decorative
New
Bezel
Radio
CD Operation*
Insert CD
With the label facing up, insert a standard size CD into
the CD slot. Playback will begin automatically.
Eject CD
Press EJECT (located behind the front panel) to eject the
CD. The unit will change to previous mode of operation.
ll
Track Select
Press TUNE
to skip to the beginning of the next
nn
track. Press TUNE
to return to the beginning of the
nn
current track. Pressing TUNE
again skips to the
beginning of the previous track.
ll
nn
Press and hold TUNE
or TUNE
forward or reverse a track.
Reverse
l
Pause
II
Press
l
/
to temporarily stop CD playback.
II
Press
/
again to resume playback.
Intro
Press INT to access the Intro menu, then turn the
volume knob to select one of the following:
• OFF - Cancels the INT function.
• ALL - Plays the first 10 seconds of each track.
Repeat
Press RPT to access the Repeat menu, then turn the
volume knob to select one of the following:
• ALL - Plays all tracks on CD.
• TRACK - Continuously repeats selected track.
Random
Press RDM to access the Random menu, then turn
the volume knob to select one of the following:
• OFF - Cancels the RDM function.
• ALL - Plays all tracks in random order.
Some CD-Rs and CD-RWs may be incompatible
with this unit, depending on media type and
recording method. Refer to the online owner's
manual for details.
* Not available on all models.
To download the complete Owner's Manual for your radio,
please visit www.dualav.com/support/manuals.php.
Dashboard or
Installation Kit
Mounting Sleeve
Mounting Sleeve
Existing
Brackets
New
Radio
to fast

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Summary of Contents for Axxera AC536Bi

  • Page 1 Installation Installation Before You Start Single DIN Double DIN Mounting the Head Unit: • Consult a qualified technician for instructions. Dual always recommends Typical DIN mounting professional installation. Dashboard or Dashboard or Installation Kit Installation Kit • Disconnect negative battery terminal. •...
  • Page 2 Thumbs Down Press to customize the station to play songs that are shipping address (P.O. Box not acceptable), and a daytime phone number with Axxera Electronics Corp. different from the currently playing song. Toll Free: 1-866-382-5476 your shipment. Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM 4.
  • Page 3 AC536Bi INSTALLATION/OWNER'S MANUAL CD Receiver Front Input...
  • Page 4: Before You Start

    AC536Bi 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.
  • Page 5 12 volt source. correct type and amperage. Using an incorrect fuse could damage the radio. Right Front Right Rear The AC536Bi uses one Gray/Black (-) Violet/Black (-) 10 amp ATM fuse located Gray (+) Violet (+) in-line.
  • Page 6: Control Locations - Receiver

    AC536Bi Control Locations - Receiver Auxiliary Input Open Tune / Track Down Source Bluetooth Talk Preset Down / Thumbs Down Play / Pause Display Mute Volume Knob/ Select (push) Preset Up / Thumbs Up Band / Go Back Tune / Track Up...
  • Page 7: Control Locations - Remote

    AC536Bi 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...
  • Page 8: General Operation

    AC536Bi General Operation Power On/Off Press or any other button to turn the unit on. Press again to turn the unit off. Source Press SOURCE to select between Radio, Disc, Auxiliary Input, Bluetooth, USB, iPod or Pandora modes. The radio frequency (tuner mode) or MP3 title/track Display information (USB mode) will be shown by default.
  • Page 9: Audio Setup Menu

    AC536Bi General Operation Setup Menu Press MENU to toggle through and select one of the following setup menus: Audio, General, Gain, Screen and Bluetooth. 1. Once the desired menu is displayed, rotate the volume knob to scroll through the list of menu features.
  • Page 10 AC536Bi 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).
  • Page 11: Screen Setup Menu

    AC536Bi 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.
  • Page 12: Am/Fm Tuner Operation

    AC536Bi 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. Seek Tuning Press TUNE or TUNE for more than two seconds (then release) to automatically seek and tune to the next strong station.
  • Page 13 AC536Bi 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 (located behind the faceplate) to eject the CD.
  • Page 14: Mp3/Wma Operation

    AC536Bi MP3/WMA Operation Playing MP3/WMA To play MP3/WMA files, insert a data CD or USB device Files 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 toggle between playback display and the clock display.
  • Page 15: File/Folder Search

    AC536Bi 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".
  • Page 16 AC536Bi 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 •...
  • Page 17 AC536Bi MP3/WMA Operation File/Folder Compatibility and Support - USB Type Specification Compatible File • MP3 data (.mp3) Types • WMA data (.wma) • DRM protected files • WMA lossless • Apple lossless Incompatible File • WMA Pro • MP3 Pro Types •...
  • Page 18: Ipod Operation

    Podcasts Full/Manual Control The AC536Bi 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.
  • Page 19 AC536Bi 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.
  • Page 20: Bluetooth Operation

    AC536Bi Bluetooth Operation Pairing a Device Preparation Before you can use a Bluetooth device, it must be paired and connected. Make sure that Bluetooth is activated on your device before you begin the pairing process. Pairing a New Device The unit broadcasts the pairing signal constantly when no devices are currently connected.
  • Page 21 AC536Bi 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. Manual Dialing Press once. “Enter Phone Number” appear on the display.
  • Page 22: Bluetooth Reset

    Bluetooth Operation Streaming Audio Operation The AC536Bi supports A2DP (advanced audio distribution profile) wireless streaming audio from your Bluetooth mobile device directly to your head unit. You can also control your music from the front panel of the head unit using AVRCP (audio video remote control profile).
  • Page 23: Pandora Operation

    AC536Bi 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.
  • Page 24: Limited One-Year Warranty

    AC536Bi Limited One-Year Warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights. What to do? You may also have other rights which vary 1. Before you call for service, check the from state to state. troubleshooting guide in your owner’s manual. A slight adjustment of any Dual Electronics Corp.
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    AC536Bi 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...
  • Page 26: Specifications

    AC536Bi Specifications CD Player Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz Channel separation @ 1kHz: >65dB D/A converter: 1 Bit Tuning range: 87.5MHz-107.9MHz FM Tuner Usable sensitivity: 8.5dBf 50dB quieting sensitivity: 10dBf Stereo separation @ 1kHz: >30dB Frequency response: 30Hz-13kHz AM Tuner Tuning range:...
  • Page 27: Fcc Compliance

    AC536Bi 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.
  • Page 28 Dual Electronics Corp. Toll Free: 1-866-382-5476 9AM-5PM EST, Monday-Friday www.axxeraaudio.com ©2016 Dual Electronics Corp. All rights reserved. iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

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