MST660 I.M.-2 21/12/99 1:26 PM Page 3 FEATURES • Detachable face panel: Guards against theft by allowing you to remove the face panel, rendering the stereo unusable. A carry case for the detachable face panel is included. • All Electronic Controls: The Bass, Treble, Volume, Balance and Fader functions are all controlled by touch buttons for greater long term reliability.
Page 4 PRECAUTIONS • If you are connecting your MST660 for the first time or have just reconnected your boat battery and you are experiencing problems with the MST660’s operation, we suggest you try resetting the unit. The reset button is located under the removable face panel (see page 5 for instructions on removing and refitting the face panel).
Page 5 Moisture Condensation Your MST660 uses optical laser technology. Occasionally, damp or humid conditions may cause condensation to appear on the lenses inside the unit. Should this occur, the unit may not operate correctly. Simply eject the CD and leave the unit turned on for a while until the moisture evaporates.
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6 strongest local stations from the selected band into the preset station memories. 16. Press the PWR button to turn the MST660 ON or OFF. 17. Press the M/S button to select Mono or Stereo reception on the FM band.
MST660 I.M.-2 21/12/99 1:26 PM Page 7 automatically reverts back to the previous display after 5 seconds. Press and hold the DSP (Display) button for 2 seconds to enter the clock setting mode. 22. Insert the CD into this slot with the label facing upwards.
INSTALLATION Location The MST660 is designed to be mounted in several different ways to enable it to be installed in the most convenient position. Although the unit is water resistant when the front cover is closed, care should be taken to locate it where it will not be subjected to spray or rain.
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Page 9 Flush Mounting The MST660 can be neatly flush mounted into a panel or bulkhead so that just the controls and the protective cover are visible. There are two flush mounting options available. The best option for you will depend on your particular situation.
Temporarily hold with tape if necessary. 6. With the escutcheon firmly glued in place, slide the MST660 through the slot from the front and push it all the way in, while leaving a clearance for the front cover to hang in the open position.
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1. Connect the Red wire labelled ‘BATTERY B+’ directly to the positive terminal of the vessel’s battery, or to a point which has +12 Volts available at all times. This lead maintains the memories within the MST660 and is the main power source for the unit.
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The use of speakers with an impedance of less that 4 Ohms is not recommended, as they will cause excessive loading of the MST660’s output circuit. Caution: The MST660 is a four speaker system that requires 2 separate wires for each speaker. •...
(see PRECAUTIONS on page 2). This will ensure the MST660 is ready to be switched on for the first time. If at any time the controls do not seem to work (after replacing the vessels battery for example), press the Reset button to reset the microcomputer inside the MST660.
MST660 I.M.-2 21/12/99 1:26 PM Page 14 OPERATION GENERAL FUNCTIONS Power ON/OFF To turn the unit ON, press the PWR button. The unit will resume the mode that was selected when it was last turned off. To turn the unit off, press the PWR button again. Note that when the unit is turned OFF, the clock is not displayed.
MST660 I.M.-2 21/12/99 1:26 PM Page 15 • Mute Button: Press the MUT button to temporarily reduce the volume. ‘MUTE’ appears on the display. You can use this feature when making or receiving phone calls or talking on your marine radio. Press MUT again (or the volume + or –...
MST660 I.M.-2 21/12/99 1:26 PM Page 16 Programming the Pre-set Station Memories Manual Programming To manually program a station memory: 1. Select the required Band (FMI, FMII, FMIII, AMI or AMII). 2. Press the buttons to select the required station.
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The symbol will simulate rotation whenever the CD is playing. The MST660 will not allow you to insert a second CD while there is already one in the player. If you find you are unable to insert a CD, check to see if the disc symbol is displayed.
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MST660 I.M.-2 21/12/99 1:26 PM Page 18 Intro-Scan The Intro-Scan feature plays the first 10 seconds of each track allowing you to identify songs on the CD. To select Intro-Scan, press the SCN button. ‘SCN’ will be displayed. Press the SCN button again to cancel Intro-Scan and stay on the current track.
Note: If the button is pressed when there is no CD in the mechanism, the MST660 will simply ignore the command and will continue to play the radio. Ejecting the CD To eject the CD press the button. ‘EJT’ will be displayed and the CD will appear in the slot.
MST660 I.M.-2 21/12/99 1:26 PM Page 20 ACCESSORIES AS101..............6-inch Flush-Mount Speakers (available in black or white) AS201..............7-inch Flush-Mount Speakers (white only) CMB60..................Flush-Mount Kit (white only) CMB60 AS101 AS201 REPLACEMENT PARTS PART HORIZON PART NUMBER Detachable Face Panel..............063005008A Dust Cover..................053003027A Flush Mount Escutcheon..............063001002A...
If the error codes E1, E2 or E3 appear on the display at any time, remove the front panel and press the Reset button. In most instances, this will fix the problem. If the error persists, return your MST660 to your dealer for repair.
MST660 I.M.-2 21/12/99 1:26 PM Page 22 SPECIFICATIONS FM Radio Frequency range:..............87.5 - 107.9 MHz Frequency Step:..................200 kHz Intermediate Frequency:................10.7 MHz Sensitivity (30dB S/N):................... 3 uV AM Suppression:..................50 dB Image Rejection:..................55 dB Channel Separation:............35 dB @ 22.5 kHz Dev.
Products shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at its option, of the Product or part(s) therein which, upon examination by Standard Horizon, shall appear to be defective or not up to factory specifications. Standard Horizon may, at its option, repair or replace parts of subassemblies with new or reconditioned parts and subassemblies.
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