Audiobahn A3351 User Manual

Multi-functional

Source U nit

A 3351 /A 3451

Getting Started

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Warning

WARNING
CAUTION
PRECAUTION

Basic Operation

Detaching / Attaching the Front Panel
Initial System Start-up (Reset)
Turning Power On and Off
Selecting Source Adjustment: Ba s s / T r e b l e / B a l a n c e / F a d e r
Subwoofer Level / Subwoofer Freq / EQ Curve / Volume
Adjusting the Built-in A-Bass
Adjusting Source Level
Clock Display

CD

Opening and Closing the Movable Display
Playback
Usable disc

Ejecting CD
Track Up and Down
Fast Forward and Backward
Pause
Repeat Play
Random Play
Intro Scan Play
Direct Track Access

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6-7

8-14

15-19

Mode MENU for Additional Functions : Track Programming (Audio CD only)

Viewing Track Program
Editing Track Program
Playing Programmed Tracks
Setting ESP(Electrical Shock Protection)
Setting Compression Mode for ESP
Version Number

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Table of Contents

MP3 / (A3451 only)

Playing MP3 Files
Changing Display
Folder Selection
Order of Playing Tracks
File up and Down
Pause
File Repeat Play
Folder Repeat Play
Random Play
Intro Scan Play
Direct Track Access Mode
Direct Filer Access Mode
Wildcard Search Mode
About the Usable Discs
About MP3

Tuner

Changing Display
Manual Tuning
Auto Seek Tuning
Preset Tuning
Station Preset Memory
Automatic Seek and Preset Memory Mode (Auto Store)
Programmable Station Name Memory
Programming Station Title Memory
Erasing Station Name

20-25

26-27

RDS

28-29

Basic Functions
PS/AF/TP/TA/PTY
Program Service Name(PS)
Alternative Frequency (AF)
Traffic Programs (TP)
Traffic Anouncement (TA)
Profram Type (PTY) Mode

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Controls and Functions

Changer

CD Changer Control

Playback
Next/Previous Track
Fast Forward and Backward

Pause
Repeat Play
Random Play
Disc Selection
Disc Scan
Disc Repeat Play

DVD Changer Control

Disc Selection
Next/Previous Track
Fast Forward and Backward

Setup Operation

Beep Guide
Changing Lighting Color
Adjusting Display Brightness
Changing Source Type
Local/DX Seek
RDS Regional Setting
TA Volume Level
RDS Type
Changing Security Code

30-31

32-34

Installation

Procedure
Connection

Troubleshooting

Specifications

35-36

37-40

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Warning

WARNING

To prevent injury or fire, take the following precautions; Insert the unit
all the way in until it is fully locked in place, otherwise it may fall out of place
when jolted. When extending the ignition, battery, or ground wires, mak e s u r e
to use automotive-grade wires or other wires with a 0.75mm
2(AWG18) or more to prevent wire deterioration and damage to the wire
coating.

If the unit starts to emit smoke or strange smells, turn off the power
immediately and consult your Authorized Audiobahn Dealer. Make sure not to
get your fingers caught between the faceplate and the unit. Be careful not to
drop the unit or subject it to strong shock. Th e unit may break or crack becaus e
it contains glass parts.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the unit, take the following precautions;
Make sure to ground the unit to a negative 12V DC power supply. Do not open
the top or bottom covers of the unit. Do not install the unit in a lo ca tio n exposed
to direct sunlight, excessive heat or hum i d i t y . A l s o , av o i d places with too
much dust or the possibility of water exposure.

When replacing a fuse, only use a new one with the original rating.

Using a fuse with the wrong rating may cause your unit to malfunction.To
prevent a short circuit when replacing a fuse, first disconnect the wiring
harness. Do not place any object between the faceplate and the unit. D o no t
use your own screws. Use only the screws provided. If you use the wrong
screws, you could damage the unit.

PRECAUTION

The following are things that you should take into consideration.
If:
Your car was parked in direct sunlight resulting in a considerable rise in
temperature inside the car, allow the unit to cool off before operating it.
No power is being supplied to the unit, check the connections first.
Everything is in order, check the fuse.
Your car is equipped with a power antenna, it will extend automatically while the
unit is operating.
You have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered i n
this manual, please consult your nearest Authorized Audionbahn Dealer.

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Warning

Volume Level

For your driving safety, keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road
and traffic conditions and emergiency vehicles.

Car Washing

To avoid electrical shorts which may cause fire, or other damage, do not expose
this product (including the speakers and CDs) to water or excessive moisture.

Car Ventilation

If your car is parked for several hours in direct sunlight, the temperature inside
the car may become very high. It is advisable to drive the car and give the
interior a chance to cool down before switching the unit on.

Power Supply

This product is designed to be used in a car having a 12 Volt negative ground
battery system.

Disc Mechanism

Do not insert coins or any small objects into the unit. Keep screwdrivers and
other metallic objects away from the disc mechanism and disc.

Service

This product is made of precision parts. Do not attempt to disassemble or
adjust any parts. For repair, please consult your nearest Authorized Audiobahn
Dealer.

Note:

The preset memory is cleared and the original factory settings are
restored when the power connector or battery is disconnected.

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Basic Operation

Detaching the Front Panel

You can detach the front panel of this unit to help deter the unit from being
stolen.

1) Press and hold [Open] to cause the faceplate to slide down and forward.
“Remove Pa n el ” an d t h en “Go o d by e See y o u again!” will be displayed

[OPEN]

Unit will turn off

2) Press the release button on the bottom front edge of the faceplate and slide the
faceplate away from the unit.

3) The faceplate bracket will automatically close after 5 seconds.

Fig. 1.2 Detaching the Front Panel

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Basic Operation

Note The faceplate bracket will automatically close after 10 seconds even
though the faceplate is not detached.
When the faceplate slides down, the unit will turn on if the user presses any
button except [OPEN] or [EJECT].

Attaching the Front Panel

Make sure that the faceplate bracket is in the closed position.
Press the faceplate against the front of the unit until it clicks into place.

NOTE: To protect the front panel, place it in the supplied carrying case
when you leave the car

CAUTION

Do not:

Initial System Start-Up (Reset)

Attempt to attach the faceplate to the faceplate bracket when the
bracket is in the open position.
Manually force the faceplate or you may cause damage to the
mechanism that could result in voiding your warranty.
This faceplate is not waterproof.
Expose it to water or excessive moisture.
Remove the faceplate while driving your car.
Place the faceplate on the dashboard or nearby areas where the
temperature rises to high levels.
Touch the contacts on the face plate or on the main unit, since this
may result in poor electrical contacts. If dirt or other foreign
substances get on the contacts, wipe them off with a clean and dry
cloth.To avoid damaging the front panel, do not push it down or place
objects on it while it is open.

Be sure to press the RESET switch if a fatal problem occurs with the unit or during initial
installation. Remove the faceplate to push the reset switch.

Figure 1.3 Bracket & Position of Reset Switch

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Basic Operation

Use the following instructions (Fig.1.2)to detach the faceplate. Press the RESET button
(Fig. 1.3) with a ballpoint pen or a paper clip in the hole at the lower left corner of the unit
and gently press it in until the button clicks.“Audiobahn Car Audio System” appears on the
display and then “Security Code:” with a blinking cursor. Input the Security Code on
Product ID card by turning the Rotary Encoder to choose the number of the digit at the
cursor position. Press the [>>l] button to advance the cursor. Repeat the above
procedure. Once all digits are entered, press[Enter].

Power On

1) Turn your car’s ignition key to the ACC or ON position.2) Pre ss any butto n on the
faceplate (except [OPEN] or [EJECT]) to turn on the unit. 3) “ Aud iobahn Car Audio
System” appears on the display for a moment. If you were listening to a song on a CD,
the unit plays the song you were listening to the last time.

Note: Last Song / Le ve l Memor y The very first time the power is turned on,
the volume will be set to 35.Wh e n the unit is turned on, the unit goes to the
pre v i o us sett i n g y o u were listening to before the unit was turned off. All the
presets, settings and the mode are memorized when the unit is turned off.

Power Off

Press [OFF] button and hold for 1~2 seconds to turn off the unit.

Selecting Source

Press [SOURCE] to change the source.

[SOURCE]

[Rotary Encoder]

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[A-BASS]

Basic Operations

The source will be changed according to the following order:.

>TUNER > DISC > (CHANGER) > AUX

Tuner mode (See page 26)
CD mode (See page 14)
AUX mode

Note :

CHANGER mode is only available if a CD/DVD Changer is connected.
For Satellite Broadcasting, set to AUX mode.

Volume

Turn the Rotary Encoder to adjust the volume level.
Default : 35 Setting Range : 0 to 80 (1dB per step)

Note: “MUTE” is displayed if the volume is set to 0.

Selecting Adjustment modes

1) Press the [SEL] repeatedly to choose the desired adjustment mode.
Each press changes the mode as follows;

Bass > Treble > Balance >Fader > Sub woofer Level > Sub Woofer Freq >
EQ Curve >Volume

2) Turn the Rotary Encoder until the desired sound is obtained in each mode.
If the Rotary encoder is not turned within 5 seconds after

Note:

selecting a mod e , BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, FADER,
SUB WOOF ER LEVE L, SUB WOOFER FREQ, EQ
CURVE, VOLUME, the unit automatically sets to the

previous mode. When the subwoofer is set to OFF, the level of
the subwoofer cannot be adjusted.

Bass

Turn the bass level up / down
Default : 0 Setting Range : -7 to +7 (1.7dB per step)

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Basic Operation

Treble

Turn the treble level up / down
Default : 0 Setting Range : -7 to +7 (1.7dB per step)

Balance

You can adjust the sound balance between the right and left speakers.
Default : C00(Center)Setting Range : 15 Levels each(1dB per step)

Fader

You can adjust the sound balance between the front and rear speakers
Default : C00(Center)Setting Range : 15 levels each

Subwoofer Level

You can adjust the Subwoofer level from 0 dB to 20dB gain. Default :
0 Setting Range : 0 to +20 (5dB per step)

Subwoofer Frequency

You can adjust the highest frequency of Subwoofer Output(LPF).
Default: Flat Setting Range: >Flat ->120Hz ->80Hz ->50Hz<

EQ Curve

Change the Equalizer Curve for Rock, Pop, Classic and Jazz. Default:
Flat Setting Range : Flat > Rock > Pops > Classic > Jazz

About A-Bass

You can enjoy a clear and powerful bass sound with the A-Bass feature. The
A-Bass function boosts the low bass signal with a sharper curve than
conventional bass boosts, and it can be configured witha3stagebass
enhancement.

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