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Installation and Operation Manual MCD-9101-101-X Air Jukebox Document # 540360 7300 Industry Drive, North Little Rock, AR 72117 Phone: 501-955-2929 Fax: 501-955-2988 www.decraneaerospace.com...
DeCrane Aerospace Audio International’s. Neither this document nor the data contained herein shall be reproduced, used, or disclosed to anyone without the written authorization of DeCrane Aerospace Document # 540360, Rev IR, 03/2008...
DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual Table of Contents Section Description Page General Information ....... .
Also included are mechanical and electrical characteristics of the unit. Purpose of the Equipment The MCD-9101-101-x is a single compact disc player, with a serial digital interface and multi-disc audio file storage capabilities. It is specifically designed to meet the special requirements of aircraft use. This unit accepts and plays back standard audio CDs and also functions as a self- contained media CD playback device.
MCD-9101-101-x. Application Introduction The MCD-9101-101-x is an Air Jukebox that will accept a +5 VDC infrared digital input and DeCrane Aerospace Audio International’s proprietary RS-485 two-wire serial data bus input. MCD-9101-101-x is compatible with standard commercial audio CD. Note that since compact disc format standards are constantly evolving, some discs may not play properly or may cause the unit to malfunction.
DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual Typical Application 2.2.1 This system is fully compatible with DeCrane Aerospace Audio International’s proprietary RS-485 digital data bus system. It can be configured for IR remote control utilizing DeCrane Aerospace Audio International’s remote control unit and Infrared Receiver (IFR).
Note that since compact disc format standards are constantly evolving, some compact discs may not play properly or may cause the unit to malfunction. DeCrane Aerospace Audio International does not guarantee the MCD-9101-101-x is compatible with all media or formats. Capability to Read • CD-DA (Normal Digital Audio CDs) •...
• Access for service repair (if applicable) • Convenience for user interface (if applicable) 3.1.2 The MCD-9101-101-x shall be installed to conform to the standards designated by the customer, installing agency, and existing conditions as to the unit location and type of installation.
DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual Unpacking and Inspection 3.2.1 Carefully open the packaging and remove the MCD-9101-101-x. Verify that all components have been included in the package per the packing list. Inspect the unit for shipping damage.
DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual 3.3.7 ESD (Electro Static Discharge) guidelines shall be followed. 3.3.8 No scheduled maintenance is required to ensure continued airworthiness. Wiring Requirements 3.4.1 Introduction The installing agency shall supply and fabricate all external cables.
NEMA WC 27500. 3.4.5 DeCrane Aerospace Audio International’s Proprietary RS-485 Data Bus The MCD-9101-101-x is designed to interface with other DeCrane Aerospace Audio International equipment via DeCrane Aerospace Audio International’s proprietary RS-485 serial data bus. The data bus shall be implemented using a twisted shielded pair cable in accordance with NEMA WC 27500 or equivalent.
DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual 3.5.6 The cover bezel snaps easily on the MCD-9101-101-x faceplate without the need of special tools. The cover bezel does not require mounting bracket attachments. 3.5.7 Bonding between chassis mounting point and airframe installation to be <0.1 ohm resistance using <50 ohm impedance cable.
DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual allows up to eight (8) identical units to be individually controlled on a system. The RS-485 sub-address of each player is set by placing the appropriate ID pin to ID COMMON.
Verify all connections before supplying power to the unit. 3.9.2 Load the MCD-9101-101-x with a CD. Use the MCD-9101-101-x front panel controls or the handheld remote control unit to select PLAY. Verify audio can be heard through the speaker/headphone system.
CD, it will be labeled Track05.aac in the flash memory. General Operation Information 4.2.1 The MCD-9101-101-x can be operated via front panel buttons or optionally controlled by infrared remote or DeCrane Aerospace Audio International’s touch screen panel. Digital codes allow the unit to interface with an infrared handheld remote via an infrared receiver.
4.2.2 Playback options with front button controls, remote or touch screen include stop/eject, fast-forward, rewind, track repeat, and pause. 4.2.3 The MCD-9101-101-x shall automatically stop playback at the end of the disc. Once a CD is inserted, the device will begin playing the disc automatically (unless the unit is currently playing from flash memory).
DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual Front Panel OLED Screen and Menus For detailed instructions for using the navigation keys to make menu selections see Section 4.7. Screen Saver 0:01 1:15 Screen Saver is active after 30 seconds of inactivity. OLED goes blank after 1 minute of Screen Saver Mode.
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DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual Song number and total SONG 1/53 Song name, album name, Track01.aac and artist name (if available) DIR_0001 Play, pause, or stop status 0:01 1:15 Current song time Total song time The status of the current playing track will then appear on screen.
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DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual Select PLAY CD DIR_01 TrackXX to play a particular CD track. Playing from Flash Memory PLAY PLAY FLASH DIR > DIR_0001 > DIR_0002 > FLASH > DIR_0003 > DIR_0004 > From the Main Menu select PLAY FLASH ALL to start playing from the first directory and song in memory.
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DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual • Insert CD to record • From the Main Menu select RECORD ALL to start recording the entire CD to memory, or select RECORD TrackXX to start recording a particular track.
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DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual • From the Main Menu select DELETE DIR_XX TrackXX to delete a particular track and / or directory from memory. You will be prompted with “Are You Sure?” • To delete...
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DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual Setting Repeat modes MAIN MENU PLAY > RECORD > DELETE > SETUP > SETUP MENU PLAY RANGE > REPEAT > SHUFFLE > RECORD QUALITY > REPEAT TRACK DIRECTORY • From the Main Menu select SETUP REPEAT. Select from the following modes: o OFF (default) –...
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DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual • From the Main Menu select SETUP SHUFFLE. Select from the following modes: o OFF (default) – Shuffle Off o DIRECTORY – Shuffle all songs within a directory o DEVICE – Shuffle all songs within a device (CD or FLASH device) o ALL –...
STOP Button – Stops CD or CD playback Front Panel Navigation The MCD-9101-101-x also has arrow keys that can be used to navigate the on-screen menu for file maintenance and playback. The arrow keys will allow left, right, up, and down scrolling. The center checkmark key can be pushed-in to execute an “ENTER”...
CD and damage the unit. Playing a CD 4.9.1 Insert a CD into the CD slot. The MCD-9101-101-x will gently ‘pull’ the CD into the PLAY position. Power turns on automatically when the CD is inserted into the CD slot.
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Airworthiness Limitations No periodic scheduled maintenance or calibration is required for continued airworthiness of the MCD-9101-101-x. If the unit fails to perform to specifications, it must be removed and serviced by a qualified service facility. Cleaning Method 5.2.1 If the front panel gets dirty, turn off the power and wipe the panel...
DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual Troubleshooting Chart Problem Possible Cause Solution No sound Unit is improperly • Verify +28 VDC power and video installed input is present No CD in source unit. • Insert CD in source unit Audio system not •...
DeCrane Aerospace Audio International MCD-9101-101-x Installation & Operation Manual Reference Drawings The following diagrams show the unit dimensions, mounting locations, and connector locations for the MCD-9101-101-x. Measurements do not include cover bezel dimensions. Document # 540360, Rev IR, 03/2008 Page 27 of 28...
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