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- Page 1 DC525Bi INSTALLATION/OWNER'S MANUAL AM/FM/CD Receiver with Detachable Face Front Input Front and Rear Inputs...
- Page 2 DC525Bi INSTALLATION Preparation Please read entire manual before installation. Before You Start • Disconnect negative battery terminal. Consult a qualified technician for instructions. • Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperatures, such as from direct sunlight, or where it would be subject to dust, dirt or excessive vibration.
- Page 3 10 AMP AGC Fuse FUSE When replacing the fuse, make sure new fuse is the correct type and amperage. Using an incorrect fuse could damage the radio. The DC525Bi uses one 10 amp ATM fuse located beside the wiring connector.
- Page 4 DC525Bi OPERATION Control Locations - Receiver 10. Bluetooth Talk 1. Preset 1 / Repeat 11. Auxiliary Input 2. Preset 2 / Random 12. Audio / Menu 3. Preset 3 / Intro 13. USB Input 4. Power / Mute 14. Display 5. Tune / Track Down 15.
- Page 5 NOTE: CD, USB and operation of iPod modes will not appear unless a CD is inserted or USB/iPod devices are connected. The DC525Bi offers a 3.5 mm port on the front panel to Auxiliary Input connect audio device, MP3 player, etc. Press MODE to select AUX mode.
- Page 6 DC525Bi OPERATION General Operation - Setup Menu Menu Function Options Action Press SELECT to seek and save 6 strong stations in the Auto Station AUTO STORE current band. (Tuner mode only) Store LOCAL OFF Activates distance tuning (Tuner mode only). Local/Distance Activates local tuning for strong station reception only (Tuner ...
- Page 7 DC525Bi OPERATION General Operation Press AUDIO/MENU momentarily to select between Bass, Audio Treble, Balance, Fader, Subwoofer and Source Volume Level. BASS MIDDLE TREBLE BALANCE FADER LOUD SOURCE LEVEL Bass Press AUDIO/MENU until BASS appears then rotate volume knob left/right to adjust ( -6 minimum / +6 maximum).
- Page 8 DC525Bi OPERATION AM/FM Tuner Operation Seek Tuning Press TUNE or TUNE for more than one second to seek to the next strong station. Manual Tuning Press TUNE or TUNE momentarily to change radio frequency up or down one step at a time. Press and hold to advance quickly.
- Page 9 DC525Bi OPERATION CD Player Operation Insert CD With the label facing up, insert a standard size CD into the CD slot. The CD will automatically begin playback. Eject CD Press EJECT to eject the CD. The unit will change to previous mode of operation. If the disc is not removed within 10 seconds, the unit will reload the disc.
- Page 10 DC525Bi OPERATION CD Player Operation - MP3/WMA Files Playing an MP3/WMA Disc When an MP3/WMA encoded disc is first inserted, “DISC READ” will appear in the display. Depending on the number of files and folders, this may take several seconds. Displaying Information Press DISP to select between song title, artist, file name, folder name, track number, and clock/elapsed time.
- Page 11 DC525Bi OPERATION CD Player Operation - MP3/WMA Files Folder/File Search Mode MP3/WMA CD mode features a file and folder search mode. This search allows navigating through folders to find a specific MP3 or WMA file for playback. Step 1 Press SELECT to enter the file/folder search mode. A list of all the folders on the CD will be displayed.
- Page 12 DC525Bi OPERATION CD Player Operation - MP3/WMA Files Media Compatibility The following types of discs/files are compatible: • CD-ROM (ISO), CD-R, CD-RW • CD-DA • MP3 data • WMA data The following types of discs/files are not compatible: • WMA files that are protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management).
- Page 13 DC525Bi OPERATION CD Player Operation - MP3/WMA Files Additional MP3/WMA An internal buffer provides ESP (Electronic Skip Protection) to Information virtually eliminate skipping. When playing a disc recorded with regular audio files (CD-DA or .WAV) and MP3/WMA files, the unit will play the MP3/WMA files only.
- Page 14 To play MP3/WMA files from most USB mass storage (sold separately) devices, line up the USB connector and insert the USB device into the DC525Bi's USB port. Playing Music When a USB device is first connected, “USB READ” will appear in the display and playback will begin momentarily.
- Page 15 DC525Bi OPERATION USB Operation Displaying Information When a file is accessed, the clock and elapsed time will be displayed. Press DISP momentarily to select beween song title, artist, file name, folder name, track number and clock/ elapsed time. "NO TITLE" will be displayed if no song title information is available.
- Page 16 DC525Bi OPERATION USB Operation Character Support Maximum character display information • Track name – 32 character maximum • Directory name – 32 character maximum • *Song title – 32 character maximum • *Artist name – 32 character maximum *Song title and artist name will only be displayed if included with the MP3/WMA file.
- Page 17 DC525Bi OPERATION USB Operation Additional MP3/WMA Only MP3 files with filename extension (.mp3) can be played. Information Only WMA files with filename extension (.wma) can be played. Do not attempt to play non-MP3/WMA files with the MP3/WMA extension. Sampling Frequency Rates 8kHz ~ 48kHz 32kHz ~ 48kHz Transfer Bit rates...
- Page 18 OPERATION Operation of iPod/iPhone Connecting an iPod/iPhone Device USB Connection Using the "dock connector to USB" sync cable (provided with the iPod/iPhone device), plug the USB cable into the DC525Bi's USB port. Once connected, playback will begin automatically. Controlling a Device Use the following functions to control the device: Song Select Press to skip to the beginning of the next song. Press to return to the beginning of the current song.
- Page 19 DC525Bi OPERATION Operation of iPod/iPhone Music Search Menu The DC525Bi features a powerful music search that simplifies the searching process. Follow the steps below to find the desired song: Begin Searching Press SELECT to begin the search. The main search menu will appear. Select a Category Turn the volume knob to select between artists, albums, songs, playlists, podcasts and audiobooks. Press SELECT to select the desired search category. Most search categories have subcategories to navigate through.
- Page 20 DC525Bi OPERATION Operation of iPod/iPhone Displayed Information Displaying Information Press DISP momentarily to select file/folder name (default), song title/artist, track number/clock & elapsed time. SONG TITLE ARTIST ALBUM TRACK NUMBER/TOTAL TRACKS CURRENT TRACK NUMBER ELAPSED TIME/CLOCK Character Support Maximum character display information • *Song Title – 32 character maximum •...
- Page 21 DC525Bi OPERATION Operation of iPod/iPhone Device Compatibility • iPod touch (6th generation) Made for • iPod nano (6th generation) • iPod touch (5th generation) • iPod nano (5th generation) • iPod touch (4th generation) • iPod nano (4th generation) • iPod touch (3rd generation) •...
- Page 22 (Re)Connecting a Paired Device Most Bluetooth devices support the auto-connect feature, and will connect automatically if the device is in range when the DC525Bi is powered-on. If your device was previously paired but does not connect, use these instructions below. Some devices require authorization to allow the auto connect feature.
- Page 23 Note: The volume of the ring tone depends on the volume level of the DC525Bi. The incoming ring tone may not be heard if the volume is set to a low level or mute is activated.
- Page 24 Audio Transfer Press DISP during a phone call to transfer the call from the DC525Bi to the cell phone. Press DISP again to toggle the audio back to the DC525Bi. Call Waiting During a phone call, if there is a second incoming call, press to place the first call on hold and switch to the second phone call.
- Page 25 ® Streaming Audio Operation The DC525Bi supports A2DP (advanced audio distribution profile) wireless streaming audio from your Bluetooth mobile device directly to your head unit. You can also control your music from the front panel of the head unit using AVRCP (audio video remote control profile).
- Page 26 DC525Bi OPERATION Pandora Operation Requirements Control for Pandora requires: • An iPhone device with a reliable data connection, or an iPod touch that is connected to wireless internet. • The Pandora App installed on the iPhone/iPod device. • An active account with Pandora. Sign up at www.pandora.
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Page 27: Specifications
DC525Bi OPERATION Specifications CD Player Frequency response: 10Hz-20kHz Channel separation @ 1kHz: >65dB D/A converter: 1 Bit FM Tuner Tuning range: 87.5MHz-107.9MHz Usable sensitivity: 8.5dBf 50dB quieting sensitivity: 10dBf Stereo separation @ 1kHz: 40dB Frequency response: 30Hz-13kHz AM Tuner Tuning range: 530kHz-1710kHz Usable sensitivity:... - Page 28 2. If you require service during the the original purchase. warranty period, you must carefully pack the product (preferably in the Dual Electronics Corp. agrees, at our original package) and ship it by prepaid option, during the warranty period, transportation with a copy of the original...
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Page 29: Troubleshooting
DC525Bi OPERATION Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action Yellow wire not connected or incorrect Check connections for proper voltage Red wire not connected or Unit will not turn on voltage (11~16VDC) incorrect voltage (no power) Black wire not connected Check connection to ground Fuse blown Replace fuse... - Page 30 9AM-5PM EST, Monday-Friday www.dualav.com ©2015 Dual Electronics Corp. All rights reserved. iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
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