Contents
1. CONTROLS .................................................................................................................................... 2
2. PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................................................................. 3
Handling Compact Discs ................................................................................................................. 3
LCD Screen ..................................................................................................................................... 3
3. DCP ................................................................................................................................................. 4
4. NOMENCLATURE .......................................................................................................................... 5
Names of the Buttons and their Functions ...................................................................................... 5
5. OPERATIONS ................................................................................................................................. 6
Basic Operations ............................................................................................................................. 6
Radio Operations ............................................................................................................................. 7
RDS Operations .............................................................................................................................. 7
CD Operations ................................................................................................................................. 9
6. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................... 10
7. IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY ............................................................................................................ 10
8. ERROR DISPLAYS ........................................................................................................................11
2. PRECAUTIONS
English
1. This unit is applicable for on-road 4 wheel
vehicle purpose only. Use for tractor, fork
truck, bulldozer, off road vehicle, 2 or 3
wheel motor bicycle, marine boat or other
special purpose vehicle is not appropriate.
2. When the inside of the car is very cold and
the player is used soon after switching on the
heater moisture may form on the disc or the
optical parts of the player and proper
playback may not be possible. If moisture
forms on the disc, wipe it off with a soft cloth.
If moisture forms on the optical parts of the
player, do not use the player for about one
hour. The condensation will disappear
naturally allowing normal operation.
3. Driving on extremely bumpy roads which
cause severe vibration may cause the sound
to skip.
INFORMATION FOR USERS:.
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
PRODUCT NOT APPROVED BY THE
MANUFACTURER WILL VOID THE
WARRANTY.
Handling Compact Discs
Use only compact discs bearing the
mark.
Do not play heart-shaped, octagonal, or other
specially shaped compact discs.
Handling
• Compared to ordinary music CDs, CD-R and
CD-RW discs are both easily affected by high
temperature and humidity and some of CD-R
and CD-RW discs may not be played.
Therefore, do not leave them for a long time in
the car.
• Never stick labels on the surface of the
compact disc or mark the surface with a pencil
or pen.
LCD Screen
In extreme cold, the screen movement may
slow down and the screen may darken, but this
is normal. The screen will recover when it
returns to normal temperature.
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3. DCP
The control panel can be detached to prevent
theft. When detaching the control panel, store it
in the DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL)
case to prevent scratches.
We recommend taking the DCP with you when
leaving the car.
Removing the DCP
1. Press the [SRC] button for 1 second or
longer to switch off the power.
2. Press in the [RELEASE] button.
[RELEASE] button
∗ The DCP is unlocked
3. Remove the DCP.
Storing the DCP in the DCP Case
Hold the DCP, in the orientation as shown in the
figure below, and put it into the supplied DCP
case. (Ensure the DCP is in the correct
orientation.)
DCP
DCP case
CAUTION
• The DCP can easily be damaged by
shocks. After removing it, be careful not to
drop it or subject it to strong shocks.
• When the Release button is pressed and
the DCP is unlocked, the car’s vibrations
may cause it to fall. To prevent damage to
the DCP, always store it in its case after
detaching it. (See figure below.)
• The connector connecting the main unit
and the DCP is an extremely important
part. Be careful not to damage it by
pressing on it with fingernails, pens,
screwdrivers, etc.
DCP
Attaching the DCP
1. Insert the right side of the DCP into the main
unit.
2. Insert the left side of the DCP into the main
unit.
2.
DCP
1.
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DCP Rear Panel Main Unit Front
DCP
connector
Note:
• If the DCP is dirty, wipe off the dirt with a soft, dry
cloth only.
Main unit connector
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4. NOMENCLATURE
Note:
• Be sure to read this chapter referring to the front diagrams of chapter “1. CONTROLS” on page 2.
Names of the Buttons and their Functions
English
[RELEASE] button
• Press the [RELEASE] button to unlock the
DCP.
[ROTARY] knob
• Adjust the volume by turning the knob
clockwise or counterclockwise.
• Use the knob to perform various settings.
[CD SLOT]
• CD insertion slot.
[PTY] button
• Use the button to set the PTY (Programme
Type) standby mode or PTY items.
[Q] button
• Ejects a CD when it is loaded into the unit.
[DIRECT] button
• Stores a station into memory or recall it
directly while in the radio mode.
[RPT] button
• Plays repeatedly while in the CD mode.
[RDM] button
• Performs random play while in the CD mode.
[SCN] button
• Performs scan play for 10 seconds for each
track while in the CD mode.
[SS] button
• Press the [SS] button while keeping the [BND]
button pressed, to turn the screen saver
function on or off.
[ ] button
• Plays or pauses a CD while in the CD mode.
[TA] button
• Use the button to set the TA (Traffic
Announcement) standby mode.
[AF] button
• Press the button to turn on or off the AF
(Alternative Frequency) function.
• When the button is pressed and held,
Regional function can select ON or OFF.
[BND] button
• Switches the band, or seek tuning or manual
tuning while in the radio mode.
• Plays a first track while in the CD mode.
[SRC] button
• Press the button to turn on the power.
Press and hold the button for 1 second or
longer to turn off the power.
• Switches the operation mode among the radio
mode, etc.
[A-M] button
• Press and hold the button for 1 second or
longer to switch the MAGNA BASS EXTEND
on/off.
• Use the button to switch to the audio mode
(bass/treble, balance/fader).
[Z] button
• Use the button to select one of the three types
of sound characteristics already stored in
memory. (Z-Enhancer)
[a], [d] button
• Selects a station while in the radio mode or
selects a track when listening to a CD.
• Press and hold the button for 1 second or
longer to switches the fast-forward/fastbackward.
[P/A] button
• Performs preset scan while in the radio mode.
When the button is pressed and held, auto
store is performed.
[DISP] button
• Press the [DISP] button while keeping the
[BND] button pressed, to switch the display
indication (Main display, clock display).
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