INSTALLATION Notes: • Choose the mounting location where the unit will not interfere with the normal driving function. • Before final installation, connect the wiring temporarily and make sure the unit and the system work properly. • Use only the parts included with the unit to ensure proper installation. The use of unauthorized parts can cause malfunctions.
(Fig. 2) Removing the unit DIN REAR-MOUNT (Method B) Installation using the screw holes on the sides of the unit. 1. Dashboard 2. Nut (5mm) 3. Spring washer 4. Screw (5 x 25mm) 5. Screw (5 x 28mm) 6. Backstrap Be sure to use the backstrap to secure the back of the unit in place.
USING THE DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL To Detach the Front Panel 1. Press the release button (REL), the front panel will drop down. 2. Remove the front panel by pulling it outward. 3. For safekeeping, store the front panel in the supplied protective case immediately after being removed.
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To Reinstall the Front Panel 1. Push the front panel into the main body. A ‘click’ sound should be heard. 2. Note that if the front panel fails to lock in position properly, control buttons may not function and the display may be missing some segments. Push the release button and reinstall the front panel again.
WIRING CONNECTION ANTENNA CONNECTOR IGNITION SWITCH (B+) YELLOW MEMORY BACK-UP BLACK GROUND (B–) POWER ANTENNA 2-SPEAKERS SYSTEM 4-SPEAKERS SYSTEM WHITE FRONT Lch SPK. SPK. REAR Lch SPK. GREEN/BLACK Note: 1. For 2-speakers system, green, violet, white/black and grey/black wire leads are unconnected and isolated.
OPERATION 7 17 GENERAL OPERATION • ON/OFF/ILLUMINATE Switch on the unit by pressing any button [except EJECT button (4) and REL button (7)]. When system is on, press ILL/PWR button (9) shortly to control the brightness of VFD. Hold it for several seconds to turn off the unit. •...
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The adjustment mode will change in the following order. Volume By pressing VOL button (11) or VOL desired level. • LOUDNESS Press BND/LOU button (13) for several seconds to reinforce the bass output. The display will show “LOUD”. Press it for several seconds again to defeat this function. •...
RADIO OPERATION • BAND SELECTION For tuner mode, press BND/LOU button (13) briefly to select the desired band. The reception band will change in the following order: • STATION SELECTION Press TUNE/TRACK automatic seek function. Press for several seconds until “MANUAL” appears on the display.
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CD OPERATION • SELECT TRACKS During CD operation, press TUNE/TRACK (17) to move to the previous track or the following track. Track number shows on the display. During CD operation, hold TUNE/TRACK (17) to fast reverse or fast forward. CD play starts from when you release the button.
SPECIFICATION GENERAL Power Supply Requirements Chassis Dimensions Tone Controls - Bass (at 100 Hz) - Treble (at 10 KHz) Maximum Output Power Current Consumption Weight CD PLAYER Signal to Noise Ratio Channel Separation Frequency Response RADIO Frequency Coverage Sensitivity (S/N = 30 dB) Stereo Separation Frequency Coverage Sensitivity (S/N = 20 dB)
TROUBLE SHOOTING Before going through the check list, check wiring connection. If any of the problems persist after check list has been made, consult your nearest service dealer. Symptom No power. The car ignition switch is not on. The fuse is blown. Disc cannot be Presence of disc already loaded or ejected.
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