Audiovox ACD-18 User Manual

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ACD-18ACD-18

ACD-18

ACD-18ACD-18

DIGITAL AM/FM/MPX RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC PLAYER

RADIO AM/FM/MPX NUMÉRIQUE AVEC LECTEUR DE DISQUE CD

RADIO DIGITAL AM/FM/MPX CON TOCA CD

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

This unit is designed for installation in cars, trucks, and vans with an existing radio opening. In many cases, a

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special installation kit will be required to mount the radio to the dashboard. These kits are available at electronics

supply stores and car stereo specialist shops. Always check the kit application before purchasing to make sure the kit works with your vehicle. If you need a kit but cannot find it available, call our toll-free “HELP” line at 1-800-645-4994.

UNIVERSAL INSTALLATION PROCEDURE USING MOUNTING SLEEVE

1. Slide the mounting sleeve off of the chassis. If it is locked into position, use the removal tools (supplied) to disengage it.

2. Check the dashboard opening size by sliding the mounting sleeve into it. If the opening is not large enough, carefully cut or file as necessary until the sleeve easily slides into the opening. Do not force the sleeve into the opening or cause it to bend or bow. Check that there will be sufficient space behind the dashboard for the radio chassis.

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3. Locate the series of bend tabs along the top, bottom, and sides of the mounting sleeve. With the sleeve

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fully inserted into the dashboard opening, bend as many of the tabs outward as necessary so that the sleeve is firmly secured to the dashboard.

4. Place the radio in front of the dashboard opening so that the wiring can be brought through the mounting

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sleeve. Follow the wiring diagram carefully and make certain all connections of the wiring harness are secure and insulated with wire nuts or electrical tape to insure proper operation of the unit. After completing the wiring connections, turn the unit on to confirm operation (ignition switch must be “on”). If unit does not

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operate, re-check all wiring until problem is corrected. NOTE: Adjust AM antenna trimmer NOW. Refer to label on right side of chassis for adjustment instructions. Once proper operation is achieved, turn off the ignition switch and proceed with final mounting of the chassis.

5. Carefully slide the radio into the mounting sleeve making sure it is right-side-up until it is fully seated and the spring clips lock it into place.

6. Attach one end of the perforated support strap (supplied) to the screw stud on the rear of the chassis using the hex nut provided. Fasten the other end of the perforated strap to a secure part of the dashboard either above or below the radio using the screw provided. Bend the strap to position it as necessary.

CAUTION:The rear of the radio must be supported with the strap to prevent damage to the dashboard

7. Test radio operation by referring to the Operating Instructions.

INSTALLATION USING KITS

1. If your vehicle requires the use of an installation kit to mount this radio, follow the instructions included with the installation kit to attach the radio to the mounting plate supplied with the kit.

2. Wire and test the radio as described in Step 4 above.

3. Install the radio/mounting plate assembly to the sub-dashboard according to the instructions of the installation kit.

4. Attach the support strap to the radio and dashboard as described in Step 6 above.

5. Replace the dashboard trim panel.

ISO INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

This unit has threaded holes in the chassis side panels which may be used with the original factory mounting brackets of some Toyota, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Isuzu, Hyundai and Honda vehicles to mount the radio to the dashboard. Please consult with your local car stereo specialist shop for assistance on this type of installation.

1. Remove the existing factory radio from its dashboard or center console mounting. Save all hardware and brackets as they will be used to mount the new radio.

2. Carefully un-snap the plastic frame from the front of the new radio chassis. Remove and discard the frame.

3. Remove the factory mounting brackets and hardware from the existing radio and attach them to the new radio. CAUTION:DO NOT EXCEED M5 X 6 MM MAXIMUM SCREW SIZE.

4. Wire the new radio to the vehicle as per step 4 above.

5. Mount the new radio assembly to the dashboard or center console using the reverse procedure of step 1.

from the weight of the radio or improper operation due to vibration.

LONGER SCREWS MAY TOUCH AND DAMAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE THE CHASSIS.

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The installation and wiring connections for this unit are so simple, we doubt you'll need our help, but, if you do, we're here to help you. Just call our toll-free telephone assistance line at 1-800-645-4994 during the days and hours shown (U.S.A. and Canada only).

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NUT (5MM)

SCREW (5MM)

FASTEN THIS END TO SECURE PART OF DASHBOARD. DRILL HOLE IF NECESSARY.

NOTE: PLASTIC FRAME MUST BE REMOVED (UN-SNAP ON LEFT

AND RIGHT SIDES) TO USE REMOVAL TOOLS.

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PERFORATED STRAP

FASTEN THIS END TO SCREW STUD ON REAR OF CHASSIS

SCREW STUD

MOUNTING SLEEVE

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MOUNTAIN

6:30AM - 5PM

7AM - 3PM

EXISTING DASH OPENING FILE EDGES TO FIT IF NECESSARY - DO NOT OVERFILE NOTE: IF DASH IS SOLID, USE REAR SIDE (WITHOUT THE LIP) OF MOUNTING SLEEVE AS A TEMPLATE & CUT OPENING

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8AM - 4PM

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FOR PROPER OPERATION OF THE CD PLAYER, THE CHASSIS MUST BE MOUNTED WITHIN 20° OF HORIZONTAL. MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS MOUNTED WITHIN THIS LIMITATION.

REMOVE THE PLASTIC FRAME FROM THE FRONT OF THE CHASSIS BY CAREFULLY UN-SNAPPING IT.

CAUTION:

UN-SNAP ON LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES

PLASTIC FRAME

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MAXIMUM

SCREW SIZE

M5 x 6

FACTORY MOUNTING BRACKETS

SIDE VIEW

CHASSIS

20° MAX.

FRONT PANEL

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REFER TO PAGE 4 AND 5 FOR SPEAKER WIRING

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RADIO WIRING

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EXISTING ANTENNA CABLE

BLUE (0.5 AMP FUSE) IMPORTANT

THE BLUE WIRE CAN BE USED TO REMOTELY ACTIVATE AN AUTOMATIC ANTENNA OR AN EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER (SEE ANTENNA OR AMPLIFIER MANUAL)

RED (0.5 AMP FUSE)

SCREW

BLACK

YELLOW (5 AMP FUSE)

IMPORTANT

THIS WIRE MUST BE CONNECTED AS SHOWN OR RADIO WILL NOT OPERATE PROPERLY

SEE PAGES 4 AND 5 FOR SPEAKER WIRING

METAL PART OF DASH (DRILL HOLE IF NECESSARY)

CAR

FUSEBLOCK

"RADIO" OR "ACCESSORY" FUSE

CAR BATTERY

POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL 12 VOLT BATTERY

ANTENNA SOCKET ON REAR OF RADIO

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2 SPEAKER SYSTEMS

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lNEVER COMBINE (BRIDGE) OUTPUTS FOR USE WITH 1 SPEAKER.

NEVER GROUND NEGATIVE SPEAKER LEADS TO CHASSIS GROUND.

FAILURE TO WIRE EXACTLY AS SHOWN BELOW MAY CAUSE ELECTRICAL DAMAGE TO THE RADIO.

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NEVER GROUND NEGATIVE SPEAKER LEADS TO CHASSIS GROUND.

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NOTE: CONNECT ALL OTHER WIRES AS SHOWN ON PAGE 3.

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1 ON-OFF SWITCH / VOLUME CONTROL

Turn this knob clockwise to turn the unit on. Continue rotation until the desired volume level is obtained. Turn the knob fully counter-clockwise to turn the unit off.

2 TONE CONTROL

Turn this knob clockwise to emphasize treble response, counter-clockwise to emphasize bass response.

3 LEFT/RIGHT BALANCE CONTROL

To adjust the left-right speaker balance, first pull the knob outward until it locks into position. Turn the knob clockwise to adjust the balance toward the right speaker(s) or counter-clockwise to adjust it toward the left speaker(s). A detent click can be felt at the center of rotation. After adjusting the balance as desired, push the knob back in to return to the volume control position.

4 FUNCTION (MODE) SELECTOR

AM/FM BAND SELECTOR

This button is used to select the playback mode (radio, CD or auxiliary input) as well as the radio band (AM or FM).

With each press of the button, a different playback mode will be selected as indicated on the display panel as follows:

FM radio (FM on display) à AM radio (MW ) à CD ( ) à Auxiliary input ( AUX ) à FM radio.

5 MANUAL TUNING CONTROL

Turn this knob clockwise to tune upward in frequency on the band in use, counterclockwise to tune downward in frequency. The frequency to which you are tuned will be shown in digital form on the display panel. When tuning in a station, always adjust the control so that the correct broadcast

frequency is shown on the display and adjust the control so that you are receiving

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a clear signal. If the radio is tuned off-

frequency, you could experience distorted audio, noise and other reception problems.

6 FM STEREO/MONO SELECTOR

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During FM radio operation, this button is

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used to select mono or stereo reception of

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the broadcast signal. Under normal reception conditions, the unit should be left in the stereo mode as indicated by

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((STEREO)) on the display panel when tuned to an FM stereo signal. If the stereo signal is too noisy for comfortable listening, press the FM Stereo/Mono Selector button to switch to mono reception (MONO will appear on the display panel). To return to stereo reception mode, press the button again so that the ((STEREO)) indication appears on the display panel.

7 LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY PANEL

The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) panel displays the frequency and activated functions.

NOTE: It is a characteristic of LCD panels

that, if subjected to cold temperatures for an extended period of time, they may take longer to illuminate than under normal conditions. In addition, the visibility of the numbers on the LCD may slightly decrease. The LCD read-out will return to normal when the temperature increases to a normal range.

8 DISC SLOT

With the label surface facing up, fully insert a compact disc into the slot until the mechanism engages. If CD mode has been selected by the Function Selector 4, the indication as well as the number of tracks on the disc will appear on the display panel.

NOTE: This unit is designed for play of

standard 5" (12cm) Compact Discs ONLY. Do not attempt to use 3" (8cm) CD-Singles in this unit, either with or without an adapter, as damage to the player and/or disc can occur. Such damage will not be covered by the Warranty on this product.

9 CD PLAY/PAUSE SELECTOR

Press this button to begin play of the disc. Playback will begin from track 1 (01 on display panel) and continue until all tracks on the disc have been played, after which playback will automatically stop.

During disc play, pressing this button will temporarily stop play of the disc (the track number will flash on the display panel). Press the button again to resume play of the disc from the point at which it was stopped.

bl FORWARD TRACK SELECTOR ( )

This button is used to quickly select the beginning of a particular track in the forward direction. With each press of the button, the next higher track number will be selected as shown on the display panel.

bm BACKWARD TRACK SELECTOR ( )

This button is used to quickly select the beginning of a particular track in the backward direction. With each press of the button, the next lower track number will be selected as shown on the display panel.

bn REPEAT PLAY SELECTOR

During disc play, pressing this button will select the track or disc Repeat play mode.

To repeat the playback of the present track, press the button so that the indication appears on the display panel. Play of the selected track will continue to repeat until the Track Repeat function is canceled by pressing the button twice so that the indication disappears. To repeat the playback of the entire disc, press the button so that the ALL indication appears on the display panel. Play of the disc will continue to repeat until the Disc Repeat function is canceled by pressing the button again so that the ALL indication disappears.

bo CD STOP SELECTOR ( n )

To stop disc play at any point, press this button. Press the Play/Pause Selector 9 to begin disc play again from the first track.

bp DISC EJECT

Disc play is stopped and the disc is ejected by pressing this button (nocd will appear on the display panel). Remove the disc and insert another disc into the unit (press the Play/Pause Selector 9 to begin play of the new disc) or press the Function Selector 4 to choose radio or auxiliary input operation.

Discs may be ejected with the ignition switch on or off.

NOTE: To prevent an ejected disc from

accidentally being damaged, always remove the disc from the unit. Do not leave the disc extending from the disc slot.

bq AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (AUX)

An audio input jack for use with portable cassette players is located on the front control panel. Using an audio patch cable with standard 1/8” phono plugs (available at most radio supply stores), attach the audio output from the cassette player to the input jack on the unit. By selecting the auxiliary input mode ( AUX on display panel) with the Function Selector 4, the cassette player will now operate through the audio system of the radio using the volume, tone and balance controls of the radio for adjustment of the sound.

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appear on the display panel. This can indicate a number of problems with the unit, including a mechanical error or an error in the microprocessor control of the player. If the error code should appear, try ejecting and re-loading the disc into the player. Make sure the disc is clean, undamaged, and loaded correctly (label side up). If the problem remains, try another disc to make sure the one you are using is not damaged.

If the suggested measures do not solve the problem, contact an approved warranty station near you for further assistance.

SPECIFICATIONSSPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

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Size: 7" W x 2" H x 6-1/8" D

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Operating Voltage: 12 volts DC, negative ground Fuse Ratings: Constant (yellow) lead: 5 AMP.

Output Power: 50 watts maximum

Output Wiring: Floating-ground type designed for 2 speaker use.

Output Impedance: Compatible with 4-8 ohm speakers.

178 mm x 50 mm x 155 mm

Switched (red) lead: 0.5 AMP. Power Antenna (blue) lead: 0.5 AMP.

(25 watts x 2 channels)

May also be used with 4 speakers.

Tuning Range: AM: 530 – 1,720 KHz.

FM: 87.5 – 107.9 MHz.

Sensitivity: AM: 20 uv.

FM: 1.5 uv. FM Stereo Separation: 30 dB CD Frequency Response: 20 – 20,000 Hz. ±1 dB CD Signal/Noise Ratio: 70 dB CD Channel Separation: 60 dB CD Distortion: 0.2%

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

CARE AND MAINTENANCECARE AND MAINTENANCE

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

CARE AND MAINTENANCECARE AND MAINTENANCE

The radio section of your new sound system does not require any maintenance. We recommend that you keep this manual for reference on the many features found in this unit as well as how to set the clock.

The compact disc player section also requires no routine maintenance, but proper understanding of its use and handling will help you obtain maximum enjoyment of its capabilities. The following points should be observed:

l When cleaning the interior of the vehicle, do not get water or cleaning fluids on the unit. l The CD player is a precision instrument and will not operate properly in extreme heat or cold.

In case of such conditions, wait until the interior temperature of the vehicle reaches a normal temperature before using the player.

l If the temperature inside the player gets too hot, a protective circuit will automatically stop

play of the disc. In this case, allow the unit to cool off before operating the player again.

l Never insert anything other than a 5" (12 cm) compact disc into the player as the mechanism

can be damaged by foreign objects.

l Do not attempt to use 3" (8 cm) CD-Single discs in this unit, either with or without an adaptor,

as damage to the player and/or disc may occur. Such damage will not be covered by the Warranty on this product.

l When not using the disc player, always remove the compact disc. Do not leave an ejected

disc sitting in the disc slot as this can expose it to sunlight and other causes of damage.

l Do not attempt to open the unit chassis. There are no user serviceable parts or adjustments inside. l When the vehicle warms up during cold weather or under damp conditions, moisture may

condense on the lens of the disc player. Should this occur, the player will not operate properly until the moisture has evaporated.

l The unit is designed with a vibration dampening CD mechanism to minimize interruption of

disc play due to normal vibration in a moving vehicle. When driving on very rough roads, however, occasional sound skips may occur. This will not scratch or damage the disc and normal play will resume when the rough conditions cease.

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HANDLING COMPACT DISCS

Dirt, dust, scratches, and warpage can cause skips in the playback and deterioration of sound quality. Please follow these guidelines to take care of your compact discs:

l Use only compact discs with the mark . l Fingerprints, dust, and dirt should be carefully wiped off the disc’s playing surface (shiny side)

with a soft cloth. Wipe in a straight motion from the inside to the outside of the disc.

l Never use chemicals such as record sprays, household cleaners or thinner to clean compact

discs. Such chemicals can irreparably damage the disc’s surface.

l Discs should be kept in their storage cases when not in use. l Do not expose discs to direct sunlight, high temperatures or high humidity for extended periods. l Do not stick paper, tape, or labels on the disc surfaces nor write on them with any type of marker.

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