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RCD 234DAB-BT
Manual
• ENGLISH •

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  • Page 1 RCD 234DAB-BT Manual • ENGLISH •...
  • Page 2: Specifications

    Specifications GENERAL Operating Power............12 Volts DC, Negative Ground Speaker output..................4 speakers RCA line out................low-level outputs - 1V Output Impedance................4 to 8 Ohms Fuses........................10 A Dimensions............178mm(W) x 178mm(D) x 51mm (H) Weight......................2.0 Kg CD PLAYER Signal / Noise Ratio..................>80dB Frequency Response.................20 Hz~20KHz Channel Separation..................>50dB D / A Converter....................16 Bit FM TUNER...
  • Page 3 Precautions • This unit will only play the following discs. Type of disc Label on the disc Recorded material Size of disc 12 cm CD, MP3, WMA Audio only DO NOT ATTEMP TO MODIFY THE UNIT, MODIFYING THE UNIT MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. STOP THE VEHICLE BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY OPERATION THAT COULD INTERFERE WITH YOUR DRIVING.
  • Page 4: Warnings Before Installation

    Warnings Before Installation Important Warnings to Take Note of BEFORE Com- mencing Installation Damage Caused By Incorrect Installation or Usage is NOT Covered By Warranty. PLEASE Take The Time To Read The Installation Notes Carefully. • To avoid shorts in your vehicles electrical system, be sure to disconnect the battery cable before beginning in- stallation.
  • Page 5 Warnings Before Installation • If this unit is installed in a vehicle that does not have an ACC (accessory) position on the ignition switch, the red lead of the unit should be connected to a terminal coupled with ignition switch ON/Off operations. If this is not done, the vehicle battery may be drained when you are away from the vehicle for several hours.
  • Page 6 Warnings Before Installation The area around the ground connection should be clean, bare metal without rust, paint, plastic or dirt for a good electrical connection. • If noise is still experienced when the motor of the vehicle acceler- ates, a choke should be placed in line with the power to the unit. The installation company will know what is required.
  • Page 7: Before You Install

    Before You Install Automotive audio equipment installations can be troublesome at times, even to the most experienced of installation technicians. If you are not confident working with electrical wiring, removing and reinstalling interior panels, carpeting, dashboards or other components of your vehicle, please call your dealer in order to have the unit professionally installed.
  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation WARNING! Disconnect negative battery terminal from battery before starting installation. Consult the vehicle’s owner’s manual for proper instructions. NOTE: Mark the polarity of the existing speaker wires before disconnecting battery. NOTE: Remove the two transport screws from the top of the unit before installing.
  • Page 9 Installation NOTE: Outer trim frame, hook, and mounting sleeve are not used for this installation. This is only intended as a general guide; contact the vehicle's manufacturer for specific instructions. This method of installation uses the screw holes at the sides of the unit and the holes of the existing vehicle mounting bracket.
  • Page 10: Wiring Connections

    Wiring Connections Make sure that you have a good chassis ground. Good ground connections will eliminate most electrical noise prob- lems. A good chassis ground requires a tight connection to the vehicle’s metal chassis. The area around the ground connection should be clean, bare metal without rust, paint, plastic, dust, or dirt for a good electrical connection.
  • Page 11 Wiring Connections White Panel Light Connect to lighting circuit of vehicle. This will illuminate the but- tons on the display for night time operation. This wire can also be connected to the Orange Remote wire to activate the but- tons when the unit is powered on. DO NOT JOIN THE WHITE WIRE TO THE LIGHTING CIRCUIT OF THE VEHICLE IF CONNECTED TO THE ORANGE REMOTE WIRE.
  • Page 12: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation 1. Tuning the unit On / Off 9. Clock Press PWR Button to turn the unit The time clock can be set anytime unit on, the display will show a message when the power is on. Press the PTY/ play WELCOME to indicate it is ready for CLK Button on the faceplate or re-...
  • Page 13 Radio Operation Radio Operation 1. Choose Radio Band ing to. Press the BND Button anytime to ac- B. Scan Saved Stations cess the radio function. Press the F/PS button once to per- The unit comes with five bands- three form the scanning functions. In FM FM Bands (FM1, FM2, and FM3) and mode, press the F/PS button and two AM Bands (AM1, and AM2).
  • Page 14: Rds Operation

    RDS Operation (Optional) RDS Function type of programme. Press and hold RDS ( Radio Data System) service the PTY button once to show the per- availability varies with areas. Please music type. Then press 1-6 button understand if RDS service is not to choose the different music types available in you area, the following available.
  • Page 15 “ ” button, to choose previous or next bluetooth search and connect func- song by pressing |<< and >>| button. tion in your cellphone. The car radio model no “RCD234DBT Caliber” will 6. Disconnecting be shown on the cellphone. Select Disconnect the paired phone by op- this car radio and connect to finish erating on the cellphone.
  • Page 16: Cd/Mp3/Wma/Usb/Sd Operation

    CD/MP3/WMA/USB/SD Operation 1. Insert / Eject CD and hold SEEK >>| to fast forward. Insert a disc into CD slot with label Press the SEEK |<< Button to go to a side up. The disc will be automatically previous track. Track numbers will be loaded into the unit, even when it is off shown on the display.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    CD/MP3/WMA/USB/SD Operation MAINTENANCE sen track will start to play. C. Folder Search Cleaning the Unit Press the F/PS Button twice and Do not use any liquids to clean this NAVIGATE will be shown on the dis- unit. play.Use the VOL +/- Button to select Do not use petroleum distillates to the folder name.
  • Page 18 Simple Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM CAUSE/SOLUTION Check and make sure that the fuses did No Power not blow. Errors are displayed on the screen Unplug your car radio then plug it again or no function is active Check the connection of the antenna. No radio reception Make sure the antenna is completely extended and that it is not broken...
  • Page 19: Antenna Installation

    ANTENNA INSTALLATION Place the antenna on the windshield near the 'A post' Remove the cover of the A-post Stick the transparant part of the antenna on the windshield and put the black part on the metal frame. Attach to the metal of the car frame.
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