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M OD ERN S OU ND FOR YOUR CLASSIC

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  • Page 1 USER’S MANUAL M OD ERN S OU ND FOR YOUR CLASSIC...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME WHAT’S IN THE BOX PRECAUTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WIRING DIAGRAM OPERATING YOUR RADIO SYSTEM SETTINGS TONE CONTROLS TROUBLESHOOTING FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS SPECIFICATIONS LIMITED WARRANTY REPLACEMENT PARTS Copyright 2015 Retro Manufacturing, LLC...

  • Page 3: Welcome

    WELCOME Retro Classic combines classic styling with the advanced features you expect from a modern car stereo. General Features • AM/FM tuner with 30 presets (12 AM and 18 FM) • Selectable USA/EU/JAP/AUS/RUS tuner frequencies • • Three EQ presets plus user-controlled bass, treble, fader, and balance adjustments •...

  • Page 4: What's In The Box

    WHAT’S IN THE BOX Wiring Main Wiring Harness (both plug into Main Wiring Harness) Hardware Plastic Washer Kit and Hardware Mounting Hardware System Shaft Covers Copyright 2015 Retro Manufacturing, LLC...
  • Page 5 These may be placed on the display face of the radio to mimic a vintage radio dial, providing an added level ® of authenticity for your RetroSound radio. These screen protectors apply without adhesive, so they are simple to apply and easy to remove.

  • Page 6: Precautions

    This user’s manual does not cover all possible installation scenarios. car audio professional. If you have questions about installing your radio, contact us at support@retrosound.com or call us at 702.483.2222. • Do not disassemble or modify the unit or attempt to repair the unit yourself.
  • Page 7 PRECAUTIONS • service professional. Retro Manufacturing is not liable for any problems resulting from installation of the unit. Please be sure to follow the instructions carefully before attempting installation. • Follow instructions to wire the unit. Failure to follow the instructions could damage the unit, cause injury, •...
  • Page 8 PRECAUTIONS • Never splice into the power lead to supply other equipment with power. • normal operation of other electrical equipment. • or getting into and out of the vehicle. • Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short-circuiting. • Do not operate the unit for prolonged periods with the engine off.

  • Page 9: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS contact us at support@retrosound.com or call us at 702-483-2222. adjustable shaft system offers almost unlimited installation options to accommodate your needs. mounting screws (see “What’s in the Box” on page 3). STEP 1: INSTALL INFINIMOUNT BRACKETS the radio using the supplied screws. Before tightening the screws, with two or four screws tightened on each side.
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 2: MOUNT SHAFTS TO BRACKETS between your existing shaft holes from center to center. (see Figure 2). Use supplied washers and nuts to place shafts onto IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. NOT void your warranty. The system is designed to accommodate most installation scenarios. Once sure of the proper width, tighten (DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN) the main unit to activate the shaft-control functions (see Figure 3).

  • Page 11: Wiring Diagram

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 3: COMPLETE WIRING CONNECTIONS Figure 4 - Wiring Diagram NOTE: Cutting the wiring harness, antenna lead or auxiliary cable will void the warranty of your radio. Copyright 2015 Retro Manufacturing, LLC...
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: This unit requires +12V to both the red and yellow wires, otherwise it will not operate. If you have questions visit our website at www.retrosound.com or email us at support@retrosound.com. Locate the three wire harnesses: Main Wire Harness, Power Wire After doing this, connect the bare wire ends of your power and your vehicle (see Figure 4, “Wiring Diagram”...
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 4: FINISH THE INSTALLATION ® The RetroSound Retro Classic is a universal radio solution designed to 3.5 inches wide by 1.5 inches high, which will be smaller than the ® original radio opening in most vehicles. RetroSound manufactures opening.
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 5 Figure 6 Faceplate STEP 5: INSTALL KNOBS Once your radio is installed, follow the steps below to ensure a The included shaft covers may be used to cover up excess shaft metal during your installation. They can be cut to any length to (see Figure 7).

  • Page 15: Operating Your Radio

    OPERATING YOUR RADIO Front Panel Controls Figure 9 - Front Panel Controls 1. Front Left Knob 2. Rear Left Knob 3. AM/FM Pre-Sets 4. AM/FM Pre-Sets 5. AM/FM Pre-Sets 6. AM/FM Pre-Sets Figure 10 - Left Shaft with Knobs 7. AM/FM Pre-Sets 8.
  • Page 16 OPERATING YOUR RADIO Power On/Off RETROSOUND will appear on the screen. GOODBYE Volume 0-46 (minimum-maximum). Mode RADIO listening sources: . The auxiliary input ( ) is located at play music from any portable device with a standard headphone ® ®...

  • Page 17: System Settings

    To recall pre-set six, turn the right rear Mute SYSTEM SETTINGS The System Settings sub-menu system enables access to the ® numerous additional features of your RetroSound Retro Classic access the sub-menu system. Then repeatedly press the right front Auto Seek Manual...
  • Page 18 OPERATING YOUR RADIO 2) A Store bands of six pre-sets each (eighteen total pre-sets) with the strongest stations. To activate this feature, press and hold the right A STORE appears on the screen, then press the 3) Local/Distant This sub-menu changes the sensitivity of the FM tuner. When LOCAL DISTANT listening to the FM tuner, selecting between...
  • Page 19 ) and low ( 9) Area USA/EUR/AUS/JAP/RUS The RetroSound ® Retro Classic has the capability to receive radio broadcasts from around the world. This sub-menu allows you to adjust to broadcasts in your county. Factory default setting is United States (...

  • Page 20: Tone Controls

    OPERATING YOUR RADIO TONE CONTROLS This sub-menu enables adjustments to bass and treble tone controls, balance and fader controls and the three pre-set the available options. To adjust within the sub-menu, turn the left 1) Digital Signal Processor (DSP) This sub-menu allows you to turn the Digital Signal Processor (DSP) DSP OFF DSP ON on and off.
  • Page 21 OPERATING YOUR RADIO 4) Balance This sub-menu ( ) allows adjustment of stereo sound to left or right. This may be helpful in compensating for the position of the 5) Fader fader This sub-menu ( ) allows you to adjust the sound between the Copyright 2015 Retro Manufacturing, LLC...

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Action to Solve Problem Radio will not turn 12 volt Batt+ wire on (no lights, not connected proper voltage with a volt no sound) or incorrect voltage meter. Voltage range: 12-15 volts +12 volt accessory wire not accessory wire connected or incorrect voltage...

  • Page 23: Frequently Asked Questions

    8 amps of continuous output. I’m having problems getting the radio to turn on. RetroSound ® radios require 12 volts to both power leads. The red lead (+12V accessory) goes to a switched power source, and the yellow to a constant 12 volt (+12V) power source.
  • Page 24 No. The RetroSound ® contact us at support@retrosound.com or call us at 702.483.2222. How much should I tighten the shaft nuts when installing the DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN the shaft nuts. The shaft nuts are NOT the shafts due to overtightening the shaft nuts.
  • Page 25 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS I have your radio with an amp connected, but hear a on the accelerator. pitched noise that varies with the engine’s RPM, there are many possible solutions: • • • • On rare occasions, noise can be introduced through the noise go away, you need to replace or repair the antenna plug where it goes into the radio.

  • Page 26: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Tuning Range (US, EU, AU, JA, RU tuning capable) Antenna Terminal External Antenna Connector Usable Sensitivity 12.5 dBf Selectivity Signal to Noise Ratio 62 dB (Stereo), 67 dB (Mono) 0.8% (Stereo), 0.5% (Mono) Separation Frequency Response Tuning Range (US, EU, AU, JA, RU tuning capable) Antenna Terminal External Antenna Connector GENERAL...

  • Page 27: Limited Warranty

    “as is.” A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service. To handle a warranty issue, contact us at support@retrosound.com or 702.483.2222 for a Return LIMITED WARRANTY-LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage.

  • Page 28: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS If you need replacement parts, contact us at support@retrosound.com part(s) needed). Please email support@retrosound.com for more information. NOTE: If you return a radio to us for credit, any missing parts will be debited. Items • Main Wiring Harness •...
  • Page 29 INSTALLATION NOTES Copyright 2015 Retro Manufacturing, LLC...
  • Page 30 MODERN SOUND FOR YOUR CLASSIC Retro Manufacturing, LLC, 7390 Eastgate Road, Suite 140 Henderson, NV 89011 p) 702.483.2222 | f) 702.483.2229 | www.retrosound.com Copyright 2015 Retro Manufacturing, LLC...

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