Custom Autosound Slidebar User Manual

User's Manual

THE ORIGINATOR OF CLASSIC

VEHICLE OEM FIT RADIOS

SINCE 1977

SLIDEBAR

RADIO

LIMITED WARRANTY

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in material or work­manship, Custom Autosound Mfg.,Inc. (the Company) will for the length of the
period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original pur­chase (“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with
new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or refurbished product. The
decision to repair or replace will be made by the company.

During the “Labor” Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor.
During the “Parts” Limited Warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This
Limited Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and only covers
product purchased as new. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original pur­chase date is required for Limited Warranty service.

To obtain repairs or replacement within the terms of this warranty, the product
should be delivered, transportation prepaid, to the Company at the address
shown below.
This warranty does not extend to the elimination of car static or motor noise cor­rection, antenna problems, costs incurred for removal or reinstallation of product,
or damage of tapes, speakers accessories or car electrical systems.

This warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which has been
damaged through alteration, mishandling, misuse, neglect, or accident.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRIT­TEN WARRANTY. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL THE COMPANY BE
LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARIS­ING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT: No person or
representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than
expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.

Some states do not allow limitations on the length of an implied warranty or the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage to the above limita­tions or exclusion may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.

1030 W. Williamson Ave. Fullerton CA. 92833

800-888-8637 714-773-1423 FAX [phone]

Product or Part Name PARTS LABOR

All In-dash car radios, radio/tape
player combinations.

Two (2) Years One (1) Year

◆ HIGH POWER 300 WATTS

◆ AM/FM with RDS & 25 Pre-sets

◆ 7 LCD Color Choices (selectable)

◆ iPod doc Charge and Control

◆ CD Changer Controller

◆ Auxiliary In

◆ Subwoofer Line out w/ x-over

◆ Front/ Rear Fader

◆ Left/Right Balance

◆ Bass / Mid / Treble Control

◆ DSP EQ

◆ Clock

◆ Direct Fit to OEM Dash Opening

◆ USB MP3/WMA Player

◆ Loudness Function

◆ Last Volume Memory

◆ RCA Pre-out (2 Pair)

◆ Auto Antenna lead

AM/FM WITH RDS TUNER AND EXCLUSIVE HIDEAWAY DISPLAY

READY TO INSTALL IN YOUR ORIGINAL DASH

NO ASSEMBLY REQUIRED!

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Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

General Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Radio Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Low Level Output Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Wiring Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Controls and Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Receiver Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9

Volume / Function Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Mode / Source Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Band Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7/9

CD Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7/15

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

USB Flash Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7/14

iPOD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9/14

Adjusting Sound Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-12

DSP EQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Bass/Mid/Treble Tone Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Balance/Fader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10/11

LCD Color / Dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Tuner Area USA/EUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

RDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Noise Suppression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

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Problem Possible Cause Solution

Radio Will Not Turn On
NO Lights, NO Sound

Power Lead: Red Wire
(switched) not connected or
Power not getting to radio

Check all connections for
proper voltage. Voltage range
12-14.7 Volt

Power Lead:Yellow Wire (con­stant) not Connected or 12 volt
not getting to radio

Check all connections for
proper voltage. Voltage range
12-14.7 Volt

Ground wire not connected Check for good ground con-

nection on Black wire.

Fuse on the back of the radio
blown

Replace blown fuse

Lights Displayed but No
Sound

Problem with a speaker or
speaker wire

Verify all speakers used are 4
to 8 ohm. Verify that none of
the speakers are going to
ground.
Verify that none of the speak­er wires are shorting to them­selves or ground.

Sound only heard on one
side

Speaker wires disconnected
Balance control set to one side

Check all connections
Adjust balance and fader
control to center position

Bad Speaker Reverse speaker leads at

radio. If still no sound on the
same speaker the speaker is
bad. If no sound on other
check wiring and fader control
on radio.

Lights Dim and Radio
Distorts at High Volume

Poor Ground Connection Reconnect Ground wire to a

solid chassis ground

Noise with Radio
Reception

Antenna not fully extended
Car underneath Fluorescent
lights

Extend antenna to full length.
Back vehicle out of garage
and test again

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System Reset:

Remove all power from the radio for 2 minutes, reconnect power and all settings
will be at factory default.

This radio is for 12volt negative ground vehicles only

. If your electrical system
is 6volts and or positive ground Custom Autosound has power inverters #PGPI­HC (positive ground power inverter) and voltage boosters #NGVB-HC (negative
ground voltage booster) for use with this radio.

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Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of a Custom Autosound radio.
This AM/FM receiver is specifically designed and manufactured for your classic vehicle.

It is a reflection of over 36 years of customer feedback regarding preferred features,
vehicle compatibility, cosmetics and quality components.

The quality of the components and various parts that are used in our radios were devel­oped in a California audio research laboratory. The laboratory researched and assem­bled the finest affordable CD controller radio tuner and amplifier sections.

Custom Autosound and its staff own over 16 classic special interest cars and trucks.
These vehicles are used for research and development, car shows meets and much
personal pleasure. We find that our custom radios only sound as good as the speakers
they are matched with and a quality installation.

We also manufacture a full line of rear, dual front and dual voice coil speaker assem­blies to fit in the original speaker areas. Also available are replacement kick panels with
built in speakers and a custom 2.1 amplified system with satellite speakers that look
like AC vents. All of these speaker assemblies are made to be mounted without perma­nent vehicle modifications. Check out our web site!

Your Custom Autosound authorized dealer has information regarding our speakers and
special speaker assemblies, as well as information regarding custom radios for vehicles
other than yours. We offer over 300 different ‘conversions’ for various makes, year
groups, all radios are ready to install, no assembly required.

Again, we thank you for your purchase! You have increased the value and "Driving
Pleasure" of your classic without compromising originality.

Regards, Carl Sprague
President
Custom Autosound Mfg.

It Is advised that you do NOT return defective units to your dealer. There is generally no
"exchange" e.g.(as is standard Electronics Industry Policy). Also, most dealers do not
have radio technicians, test benches, etc and a return to factory through a dealer can

extend turn-around times by weeks!

Please call Custom Autosound, requesting technical assistance if a problem occurs. We
will gladly trouble shoot/advise, step by step.

After calling if your unit is in need of repair/return, Please ship to us, UPS preferably.
We will repair or replace and return ASAP! Normal turn around time is 7 business days
plus shipping time.

Custom Autosound Mfg, Inc. 800-888-8637 (8:00AM-4:00PM PST)
1030 West Williamson Ave Fax [phone]
Fullerton, CA 92833 www.custom-autosound.com

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Antenna Noise cont.
Elimination

1. Test or have tested the antenna lead for any breaks or shorts.Signs of crimping, .

. kinking, fraying or rust usually indicates damage to the cable.Replace the

antenna or cable if necessary.

Ignition Noise

A popping or crackling noise heard through the speakers. The noise will vary as the
engine rpm varies,The noise will Only be present with the engine running

Elimination

1. Install an L.C. Filter Network in the power lead of the radio. The filter should
be rated at minimum 3 amps.

2. Inspect spark plug and distributor cable for signs of wear or damage. Replace as

. necessary using resistor cable only. Metal conductor ignition cables increase
. static interference.

NOTE: Do not use spark plug or distributor noise filters as these can create more
problems than they can solve. They decrease the quality of the spark generated by
the spark plugs and they may create more static than they eliminate.

Accessory Noise

A popping heard when the lights, turn indicators, windshield wipers, cigarette lighter,
etc. are switched on indicate a vehicle wiring deficiency. Most occurrences are
minor and preset no risk to the stereo system other than the annoyance to the lis­tener. However, severe cases may damage the speakers, minor occurrences can be
remedied. A professional must attend to severe occurrences, as they present a
threat to not only the stereo system but to the vehicle wiring itself.

Elimination

1. Install an L.C. Filter Network in the power leads of the Slidebar radio. The filter

should be rated at a minimum of 3 amps.

2. If the noise persists, consult a professional automotive service technician.

Radio Specifications

FM Section

Tuner Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PLL

Frequency Range . . . . . . . . . .87.5-107.9 MHz

Usable Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.5dBf

Quieting Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4uV

T.H.D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.8%

AM Section

Frequency Range . . . . . . . . . . . .530-1710KHz

S/N Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50dB

Selectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25dB

Audio Section

Output Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 X 4

Output Impedance . . . . . . . .4ohm per speaker

Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Hz-I8KHz

General

Power Supply . . . . . .12VDC Negative Ground

Speaker impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8 ohm

Stand-By Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.03A

Chassis .... 190mm(7

3

/8”)(w) X 62mm (2 -1/4")

. X 155mm (6")(D)

IF Frequency.......................10.7MHz

Sensitivity ...............................2.6V

S/N Ratio ...............................67dB

Capture Ratio........................1.5dB

Separation..............................35dB

IF Frequency......................450KHz

Sensitivity............................. 2OuV

System Power.........Max 300 Watts

THD ..........................................1%

Note: All specifications are subject
to change without notice.

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