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Before You Start
INSTALLATION GUIDE
See the enclosed installation guide for more details.
Screen angle can pivot side to side
Screen height adjusts up to 1.5" down
Screen depth can be adjusted from 0" to 0.5" to 1" forward
Screen tilts forward and back
Note:
When replacing a fuse, make sure to use the correct type and amperage. Using an incorrect fuse could cause damage. The unit uses (1) 15 amp ATC mini style fuse located on the power connector.
Wiring Notes:
Subwoofer output
The Subwoofer preamp audio output (Blue jacket with Black RCA) is active in all audio modes.
Rear camera input
A rear view camera (not included) can be used with the Camera input.
SiriusXM
For more information on how to install the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle tuner, consult the installation guide included with the tuner(SiriusXM connect tuner and subscription sold separely).
The radio display features the following functions and displays:
Power On/Off | Momentarily press ![]() |
Volume | Rotate the volume knob to increase or decrease the volume level. |
Mute | Momentarily press MUTE to silence the audio. Momentarily press MUTE again to return to the previously selected volume. Rotating the volume knob while the volume is muted will also cancel the mute function. |
Mode | Press Note: Modes of operation can also be accessed by selecting the corresponding icon from the main menu. |
Main Menu | ![]() Operation Mode Selection: Press the ![]() |
A/V In | Connect external audio/video devices to the rear RCA Type A/V Input |
USB | Insert a USB flash drive to play MP3/FLAC files. |
Reset | To resolve abnormal operation or if the unit is inoperable, Press the RESET button located behind the front panel directly under USB port. The unit will reset the main processor to the default settings. Note: Use the tip of a pen to access the reset button. To restore the factory default software settings. |
Setup Menu |
General:
Audio:
Display:
Others:
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Equalizer Menu | ![]() From the Main Menu screen, Press the Equalizer icon on the main menu screen to adjust Fader and Balance controls, Equalizer (8-Band Tone Control and 8 Presets EQ Settings). |
Time Alignment Menu |
Adjustments: |
Radio Operation | From the main menu, touch Radio icon on the screen to select AM/ FM tuner mode. |
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| Display status of various tuning functions including Auto. |
| To store a station as a preset in the current band, tune to the desired station, then press the desired preset number from the list. Press any preset in the list to recall and begin playback of that station. (Hold this button down for a few seconds and it will switch between AS and PS) |
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| Press DX/LOC text to turn on the local or distance. |
| Auto Store Presets: Press and hold AS/PS to automatically program the FM(18)/AM(12) available into the presets in the current Band. Preset Scan: Press AS/PS to scan through all tunable presets in the current band and play them for 3 seconds each. |
| Direct Search Keypad. |
| Press the icon to adjust Equalizer setting. |
| Press to automatically tune to a higher frequency. |
| Press to automatically tune to a lower frequency. |
| Press to toggle between AM1 and AM2. |
| Press to toggle between FM1, FM2 and FM3. |
USB | From the main menu, touch the USB icon on the main screen. |
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| Displays source currently playing. |
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File Type | MP3 | ||
File System | FAT | FAT 12 | X |
FAT 16/FAT 32 | ![]() | ||
File Extension | .mp3/.MP3/.Mp3/.mP3/.flac/ogg | ![]() | |
.rmp/.m4a | X | ||
MPEG Format | MPEG 1 | ![]() | |
MPEG 2 | ![]() | ||
MPEG 2.5 | ![]() | ||
Sampling Frequency | MPEG 1 | 32/44.1/48kHz | |
MPEG 2 | 12/16/22.05/24kHz | ||
MPEG 2.5 | 8/11.025/12kHz | ||
Bitrate | MPEG 1 | 32 ~ 320kbps | |
MPEG 2 | 8 ~ 160kbps | ||
MPEG 2.5 | 8 ~ 160kbps | ||
Other Information | Directory Depth | Unlimited | |
File Name Length | 32 bytes | ||
Total File Number | 2000 files | ||
Total Folder Number | 200 folders | ||
File Number via Folder | 2000 files | ||
MP3 ID3 TAG | ver.1.x | ![]() | |
ver.2.x | ![]() | ||
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Notes:
Media Compatibility | The following types of files are not compatible:
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Playback Order | MP3 playback sequence begins in the root folder of the USB device. Any empty folders or folders that do not include MP3 files are skipped. |
Compatible Recording Formats | ISO9660 standards:
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Notes | Some files may not play or be displayed correctly, depending on sampling rates and bit rates. For best results, use the following settings when ripping MP3 files: 128kbps or higher constant bit rate 44.1kHz or higher sampling frequency |
Before using Bluetooth | Before you can use a Bluetooth device to make hands-free calls or stream audio. it must be authenticated. This is also referred to as "pairing" a device. |
Pairing a New Device | The unit broadcasts the pairing signal constantly when no devices are currently connected. Complete the pairing sequence from your Bluetooth device. Refer to the owner's manual for your device for more details. The device name is "CAR910W". The unit can be in any mode of operation when pairing is performed. On certain phones, pairing may need to be done more than once. |
Connect | The head unit will automatically connect to the last connected device when the connect feature is set to Auto connect On. If the connect feature is set to Auto Connect Off, the head unit will not automatically connect to any device. |
Bluetooth Phone | From the main menu. touch the Bluetooth on the screen. Bluetooth icon will appear anytime a Bluetooth device is connected. |
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| Displays current mode of operation. |
| When Bluetooth is On and a Bluetooth device is being paired. the indicator will flash. When Bluetooth is On and a phone is connected to the unit. the indicator will illuminate steady. |
| Press "CONTACTS" to access phone book menu. |
| Press the "CALL LOGS" to show( Dialed, Missed and Received Calls ). |
| Press "MUSIC" to initiate the Bluetooth music playback via A2DP. |
| Press "SETUP" to access Bluetooth settings. |
| Dial a number and touch the Phone icon to call. |
| Use the keypad to dial a phone number. |
| Press the "DEVICES" to show the pairing device list. To connect to a previously connected device. press the current device name. Any previously connected devices that are in rang will be listed by their device name. Press the desired device name to disconnect from the current device and connect to the new device. |
| Turn the Microphone voice On or Off. |
| Press to transfer audio between the unit and mobile phone. |
| Press to return to the Keypad screen. |
| Press the End icon on screen or the End button on the front Panel to end a call in progress or o reject an incoming call. |
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SiriusXM Radio | Only SiriusXM Satellite Radio brings you more of what you love to listen to, all in one place. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment. Welcome to the world of satellite radio. A SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are required. For more information, visit www.siriusxm.com. |
Activating SiriusXM Radio | After installing your SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and antenna, power on your radio and select SiriusXM mode. You should be able to hear the SiriusXM preview channel on Channel 1. After you can hear the Preview channel, tune to Channel 0 to find the Radio ID of your tuner. The In addition. Radio ID is located on the bottom of the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and its packaging. Note: SiriusXM Radio ID does not include the letters I, O, S or F. In the USA, activate online or by calling SiriusXM Listener care:
Once activated, you can tune to channels in your subscription plan. |
Accessing SiriusXM Radio | From the Main Menu, touch the SiriusXM icon to access SiriusXM mode and begin operation. |
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| Touch to select a band of preset channels. Three bands are available: SXM1, SXM2, and SXM3. Each band can store up to six preset channels. (Preset channels are accessed from the List icon.) |
| Displays current mode of operation. |
| Displays program information such as channel name, artist name and song title. |
| ![]() Press to enter search mode, then press Channel to choose between the following search options: Channel, Artist, Song Title or Info. Use the up/down arrows on the left side to navigate categories, and use the up/down arrows on the right side to navigate channels, artists, song titles or info. |
| ![]() Press to display a list of preset channels in the current band. |
| Press to display/adjust the options Mode, Tune Scan and Go to Live: Mode - Press to access and adjust the following options:
TuneScan Go to Live- Press to resume play of live broadcast while in Replay mode. |
| Press and hold any preset button (1-6) to save the current station as a preset. Press the desired preset button to begin playback of the corresponding preset channel. |
| Press to display screen for direct channel access. Press the desired channel number, then press Enter. Playback of desired channel will begin. |
| Press to go back to the previous channel. |
| Press to advance to the next channel. |
| Press to enter Replay mode. Once in Replay mode, press to skip to the previous track or press and hold to fast reverse. |
| Press to pause and replay contect from the active channel. |
| Press to skip to the next track. Press and hold to fast forward. Press repeatedly to "catch up" and resume live play. Selecting Go to Live under Additional Options will also resume live play. |
SiriusXM Advisory Message | Recommendation |
Check Antenna |
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Subscription Updated | The radio has detected a change in your SiriusXM subscription status. Press << ![]() |
Channel Unavailable | The channel that you have requested is not a valid SiriusXM channel or the channel that you were listening to is no longer available. You may also see this message briefly when first connecting a new SiriusXM Connect Vehicle tuner. Visit www.siriusxm.com for more information about the SiriusXM channel lineup. |
Channel Unsubscribed | The channel that you have requested is not included in your SiriusXM subscription package or is no longer included in your SiriusXM subscription package. In the USA, visit www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349 if you have questions about your subscription. In Canada, visit www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 if you have questions about your subscription. |
Channel Locked | The channel that you have requested is locked by the radio's Parental Control feature. Refer to the SiriusXM Satellite Radio Operation section for more information on the Parental Control feature and how to access locked channels. |
No Content | TuneScan is not available. Please allow the tuner some time to buffer new songs to scan. |
Invalid Lock code | If "Invalid Lock code" message displayed on the screen, it will disappears automatically after three seconds. And then user can insert the passwordb again. |
To enhance the driving experience, the CAR910W allows the user to configure Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for either Left Hand Drive (LHD) or Right Hand Drive (RHD) vehicles.
To select desired configuration, select either LHD or RHD from the Settings menu:
* Note: If you change the setting for Right Hand Drive mode or Left Hand Drive mode while the phone is connected to the receiver, disconnect the phone from the receiver and re-connect it again.
The resulting configuration options are shown below:
Apple CarPlay is a smart interface for iPhone, allowing you to voice-control (via Siri) music, navigation, phone and messaging apps - significantly reducing driver distraction.
![]() | Phone - Use Siri to make calls, return missed calls, listen to voicemail messages, and view the caller ID on the receiver's screen. |
![]() | Messages - Ask Siri to send, read, and reply to text messages. This hands free operation minimizes distraction and allows you to keep hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. |
![]() | Music - Access music by artist, song, playlist, and more through the receiver's touchscreen or via Siri. The receiver will mirror the iPhone screen with artist and track information. |
![]() | Maps - Use Siri to request turn-by-turn directions – search by address or points of interest. Apple Maps will be mirrored on the screen, including traffic information and estimated time to destination. |
Made for iPhone models:
iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Plus, iPhone 11, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6S
Wireless CarPlay Connection Description.
Note: For safety reasons, CarPlay features are limited while driving and will vary with each CarPlay-enabled app. Available functions are determined by each individual app provider. For more information, visit www.apple.com/ios/carplay.
Note: Certain iPhone functions may be illegal while driving in your location. Be sure to familiarize yourself with local and state laws regarding mobile devices. When in doubt, stop and park your vehicle before using any devices.
When the CarPlay menu is displayed, the home button in the lower left corner work just like the home button on your iPhone.
Press and hold it to summon Siri and begin your voice commands.
At any time during CarPlay operation, you can press this button momentarily to return to the main CarPlay menu screen.
Press any Application button on the main CarPlay menu to access that operation directly. The toolbar on the left side of the screen displays the time, signal strength and shortcuts to the most popular applications - Phone, Music and Navigation - so they can be accessed quickly and easily without returning to the main menu.
The following basic controls will operate many standard CarPlay features.
![]() | Touch - Briefly press the desired option. |
![]() | Swipe - Briefly swipe in the desired direction. |
![]() | Drag - Press, hold and drag to the desired location. |
Disconnecting your iPhone will automatically exit CarPlay mode. To exit CarPlay mode while your phone is still connected, press the Power/Volume knob momentarily, and the unit's main menu will be displayed.
Android Auto brings the most useful apps to your phone screen or your compatible car 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.
Google Assistant
With your Google Assistant on Android Auto, you can keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel while using your voice to help you with your day. Simply say, "Ok Google," or in compatible cars, long press the voice control button on your steering wheel.
Navigation
Get real-time traffic alerts to avoid hazards, speed traps, and find the fastest route. Or take a break and find a bite along the way.
Calls & Messages
Your Google Assistant lets you stay connected while you're driving. Your Assistant can help you call phone numbers from your contacts, chat with your favorite apps, read your messages aloud and text back, keeping your hands on the wheel.
Android Auto requires the Android Auto app from Google Play installed on an Android smartphone running Android Lollipop 5.0 or higher.
Certain uses of the smartphone may not be legal while driving in your jurisdiction, so you must be aware of and obey any such restrictions. If in doubt as to a particular function, only perform it while the car is parked. No feature should be used unless it is safe to do so under the driving conditions you are experiencing.
Wireless Android Auto Connection Description.
Note: When the device for Android Auto is connected to this unit, the device is also connected via Bluetooth at the same time. If five devices are already paired, the message confirming whether to delete the registered device is displayed. If you want to delete the device, touch [Agree]. If you want to delete other device, touch [BT Settings] and delete the devices manually.
Note: If Android Auto is turned on during a call on a cellular phone other than the Android Auto compatible device, the Bluetooth connection will switch to the Android Auto compatible device after the call.
The Android Auto home screen displays personalized information, like time to your destination, reminders, recent calls incoming messages, the song you're listening to, and Google Now cards.
When the Android Auto menu is displayed, you can say "OK Google" or select the microphone in the upper right corner to talk to Google.
To exit Android Auto, press the Exit button. Disconnecting your Android phone will automatically exit Android Auto mode.
A/V Input
Connect an optional audio/video source into the RCA (rear) input.
Adjust volume on the external audio source as needed (if connected to the headphone output of the device).
(Optional)
Rear Camera Input | Connect an optional rear camera to the Camera Input (Black RCA connector). Refer to the camera's wiring diagram for installation details. |
Auto Selection | The unit will automatically select camera mode when connected to the reverse lamp circuitry. Note: The external video output is not active when using the rear camera input. |
The built-in SWC Interface is compatible with 3rd party steering wheel control modules. Either the PAC SWI series or Axxess ASWC-1 are recommended. These adapters must be used in order for the CAR910W to be compatible with any steering wheel controls. The following controls are available for most vehicles.
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Note: Not all OE steering wheel functions may be supported by the CAR910W.
3.5mm SWC port located on the rear of the unit, on the MAIN POWER I/O Harness.
AXXESS Installation Hints
The ASWC-1 is auto programing for most vehicles. For full details, follow the AXXESS vehicle info and programing from their website at: https://axxessinterfaces.com/product/ASWC-1#vehicle-specific.
Function Order | Function Mapping | SWI-RC (3.3VDC Reference) | |
Center Pin (Ring) Voltage (Function Select) | Tip Pin Voltage | ||
1 | Reset | ||
2 | Mode | ||
3 | Seek + / Track + | H 3.3v | 0.6 |
4 | Seek - / Track - | H 3.3v | 1.81 |
5 | Mute | H 3.3v | 1.01 |
6 | Volume + | H 3.3v | 2.07 |
7 | Volume - | H 3.3v | 2.32 |
8 | Band | H 3.3v | 2.73 |
9 | BT Talk | L 0.0V | 0.60 |
10 | BT End | L 0.0V | 1.01 |
General | ||
Problem | Cause | Action |
Unit will not turn on/no power | Yellow wire not connected or incorrect voltage Red wire not connected or incorrect voltage | Check connections for proper voltage (11~16VDC) |
Black wire not connected | Check connection to ground | |
Fuse blown | Replace fuse(s) | |
Unit has power but no sound | Speaker wires not connected | Check connections at speakers |
One or more speaker wires touching each other or touching chassis ground | Insulate all bare speaker wires from each other and chassis ground | |
Unit blows fuse | Yellow or red wire touching chassis ground | Check for pinched wire |
Speaker wires touching chassis ground | Check for pinched wire | |
Incorrect fuse rating | Use fuses with correct rating | |
Unit has audio but no video | Parking brake safety circuit not connected Parking brake not applied | Check connections at parking brake Apply parking brake |
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FM Tuner | Tuning range: 87.5MHz-107.9MHz Usable sensitivity: 10dBf 50dB quieting sensitivity: 20dBf Stereo separation @ 1kHz: 38dB Frequency response: 30Hz-13kHz |
AM Tuner | Tuning range: 530kHz-1710kHz Usable sensitivity: 24uV Frequency response: 30Hz-2.3kHz |
Front USB | Compatibility: High Speed USB 2.0 USB Class: Mass storage class |
Monitor | Panel size: 10.1" diagonal measurement View angle (up/down/left/right): 50/70/70/70 Resolution: 1024 (H) x 600 (V) Brightness (cd/m 2 ): 500 NITS Contrast ratio: 500:1 Pixels: 1,152,000 |
General | Speaker output impedance: 4 ohms Line output voltage: 4 volt RMS Line output impedance: 200 ohms Chassis dimensions: 7" x 7" x 2" (W x D x H) |
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications
(reference: 14.4VDC +/- 0.2V, 20Hz~20kHz)
Power Output: 16 Watts RMS x 4 channels at 4 ohms and < 1% THD+N
Signal to Noise Ratio: 80dBA (reference: 1 watt into 4 ohms)
Video playback will not operate while the vehicle is moving.
This is a safety feature to prevent driver distraction. In-dash video functions will only operate when vehicle is in Park and the parking brake is engaged. It is illegal in most jurisdictions for the driver to view video while the vehicle is in motion.
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 CAR910W is installed by a professional installer or an authorized dealer.
This product is only for use in vehicles with 12VDC negative ground only.
To prevent damage or injury:
Upon installation of this monitor/media player ("unit") into a vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must not operate this unit by watching videos or playing video games while driving. Failure to follow this instruction could lead to driver distraction which could result in serious injury or death to the vehicle's occupants or persons outside the vehicle and/or property damage.
Several states prohibit the installation of monitors/media players if the screen is visible from the driver's seat. If you reside in a jurisdiction which has enacted such a law, this unit must not be installed so that the screen is visible from the driver's seat. When installing this unit in the front console/dashboard, the unit must be positioned so that it is facing the front passenger seat only. Failure to follow this instruction could lead to driver distraction which could result in serious injury or death to the vehicle's occupants or persons outside the vehicle and/or property damage.
This unit is designed so that it may be operated only when the vehicle is in "Park" and the parking brake is fully engaged. To this end, this unit includes a parking brake lock-out feature which prohibits the unit from operating if the vehicle is not in "Park" and/or the parking brake is not fully engaged. When installing this unit, the installer must connect the parking brake detect wire to the parking brake mechanism in order to make the parking brake lock-out feature operable. DO NOT simply ground the parking brake detect wire to a metal portion of the vehicle. Failure to properly install the parking brake lockout feature could lead to driver distraction which could result in serious injury or death to the driver's occupants or persons outside the vehicle and/or property damage.
Once the parking brake lock-out feature is installed, the owner/user must not attempt to disrupt/neutralize the parking brake lock-out feature by
Failure to follow these instructions could lead to driver distraction which could result in serious injury or death to the driver's occupants or persons outside the vehicle and/or property damage.
When operating this unit, keep the unit's volume level low enough so that the vehicle's occupants can hear traffic-related sounds such as police and emergency vehicles. Failure to follow this instruction could lead to driver distraction which could result in serious injury or death to the vehicle's occupants or persons outside the vehicle and/or property damage.
For more information and for the location of the nearest authorized service center please contact us by one of the following methods:
Customer Support
1-888-921-4088
(Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM EST)
Visit https://www.jensenmobile.com
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