Dual MCP420BT, MCP420GH, MCP1055, MCP1054B, MCP105 Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide

For Mechless and CD Receivers

Not all features listed in this QSG are available on all models.

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Installation

Before You Start

•Consult a qualified technician for instructions. Dual always recommends professional installation.

•Disconnect negative battery terminal.

•Remove trim ring from unit (if installed).

•Remove 2 transit screws located on top of the unit (if applicable).

•Insert the removal keys, and remove the mounting sleeve from the head unit.

Note: Most vehicles require an installation kit, wiring harness and/or antenna adapter (all sold separately) to properly install the head unit in the vehicle.

Installation Process

1.Carefully remove the existing head unit.

2.Connect wiring harness. Consult a qualified technician if you are unsure.

3.Mount the head unit using the mounting sleeve or ISO brackets (depending on your vehicle’s dashboard).

4.Connect wiring harness and antenna. Test the head unit for correct operation.

5.Slide into mounting sleeve to secure, or mount the ISO brackets to the vehicle.

6.Snap trim ring into place.

Wiring Connections

The chart below the connection for each wire in the wiring harness.

	Color	Connection
	Red	12V Ignition / Accessory
				Tip:
	Yellow	12V Battery / Memory
				When a suitable ground wire is
	Black	Ground
				not present in the vehicle wiring
	Blue	Power Antenna / Amp Turn-on		harness, connect the black ground
	Grey	Right Front (+)		wire to the vehicle chassis.
	Grey/Black	Right Front (-)
	White	Left Front (+)		Fuse:
	White/Black	Left Front (-)		When replacing the fuse, make
	Violet	Right Rear (+)		sure new fuse is the correct type
				and amperage. Using an incorrect
	Violet/Black	Right Rear (-)
				fuse could damage the radio.
	Green	Left Rear (+)
	Green/Black	Left Rear (-)

Installation

Dashboard or Installation Kit

Mounting the Head Unit: Typical DIN mounting

Step 1:
Insert the mounting sleeve into the
installation kit or dashboard.	Mounting Sleeve

	Dashboard or Installation Kit
Step 2:
Bend multiple mounting tabs around		Mounting Sleeve
the mounting sleeve until the
mounting sleeve is secure.
	Mounting Tabs
	Dashboard or Installation Kit
Step 3:		Mounting Sleeve
Connect all wiring harnesses and
	Head Unit
slide the head unit into the mounting
sleeve until it clicks into place.
Mounting the Head Unit:
ISO mounting
Using the existing brackets or the		Existing
		Brackets
brackets supplied with the installation	Decorative	New
	Bezel	Radio

kit, mount the brackets to the sides of the head unit with the screws supplied with the head unit.

General Operation

Power On/Off	Press the	button to turn the unit on. Press again to
	turn unit off.
Faceplate Removal	Press RELEASE and pull away from the left side to
	remove. To re-install, insert right side of faceplate
	first then push left side to secure.
Changing Modes	Press MODE to select between AM/FM, CD player,
	auxiliary front/rear, USB and operation of iPod/iPhone.
	Modes of operation are shown in the
	display.
Volume	Adjust volume using volume knob.
Mute	Press	to silence the audio. Press	again to resume
	listening at the previously selected volume.
Auxiliary Inputs	Insert a 3.5mm cable in the units front AUX port, or RCA
	cables into the rear AUX-IN connectors.
Reset	Press the RESET button to reset the unit back to the
	factory settings if abnormal operation occurs. The reset
	button is located behind the front panel.
Setting the Clock	With the unit on, press and hold DISP until the clock
	begins to flash, then release. Press TUNE nnto adjust
	the hours and TUNE llto adjust the minutes. Press
	DISP momentarily to save the selected time.
Display	Press DISP to toggle display between various displayed
	information.
Audio / Menu	Press and hold AUDIO/MENU for more than three
	seconds to access the setup menu. Press AUDIO/MENU
	momentarily to select between the menu functions and
	rotate the volume knob left/right to adjust or activiate the
	desired function.

To download the complete Owner’s Manual for your radio, please visit www.dualav.com/support/manuals.php.

AM/FM Tuner Operation

Seek Tuning Press TUNE nn or TUNE llfor more than one second to seek to the next strong station.

Manual Tuning Press TUNE nn or TUNE llmomentarily to move radio frequency up or down one step at a time. Press and hold to advance quickly.

Band Press BAND to select between FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 and AM2 bands. Up to six presets can be programmed for each band, enabling up to 18 FM stations and 12 AM stations to be stored in memory.

Storing Presets Up to 18 FM and 12 AM stations can be stored. To store a station, select the desired band and station. Press and hold the desired preset button (1-6) for more than two seconds. When stored, the preset number will appear in the display.

Recalling Presets Preset stations can be recalled any time by pressing the corresponding preset button.

To download the complete Owner’s Manual for your radio, please visit www.dualav.com/support/manuals.php.

CD Operation*

Insert CD

Eject CD

Track Select

Fast Forward/

Reverse

Pause

Intro

Repeat

Random

CD-R/CD-RW

Compatibility

With the label facing up, insert a standard size CD into the CD slot. Playback will begin automatically.

Press EJECT (located behind the front panel) to eject the CD. The unit will change to previous mode of operation.

Press TUNE ll to skip to the beginning of the next track. Press TUNE nnto return to the beginning of the

current track. Pressing TUNE nnagain skips to the beginning of the previous track.

Press and hold TUNE llor TUNE nnto fast forward or reverse a track.

Press l/ II to temporarily stop CD playback. Press l/ II again to resume playback.

Press INT to access the Intro menu, then turn the volume knob to select one of the following:

•OFF - Cancels the INT function.

•ALL - Plays the first 10 seconds of each track.

Press RPT to access the Repeat menu, then turn the volume knob to select one of the following:

•ALL - Plays all tracks on CD.

•TRACK - Continuously repeats selected track.

Press RDM to access the Random menu, then turn the volume knob to select one of the following:

•OFF - Cancels the RDM function.

•ALL - Plays all tracks in random order.

Some CD-Rs and CD-RWs may be incompatible with this unit, depending on media type and recording method. Refer to the online owner’s manual for details.

* Not available on all models.

To download the complete Owner’s Manual for your radio, please visit www.dualav.com/support/manuals.php.

MP3 / WMA Operation *

Playing MP3/WMA To play MP3/WMA files, insert a data CD, SD card or USB Files device containing MP3/WMA files.

Track Select Press TUNE llto skip to the beginning of the next song. Press TUNE nnto return to the beginning of the current song. Pressing TUNE nnagain skips to the beginning of the previous song.

Fast Forward and Press and hold TUNE llor TUNE nnto fast forward Reverse or reverse a track.

Pause Press l/ II to temporarily stop playback. Press l/ II again to resume playback.

Folder Access Press to select the next folder. Press to select the previous folder. Folder access is only available on discs or devices with more than one folder.

Repeat Press RPT to enter the Repeat menu, then turn the volume knob to select one of the following options:

•ALL - Plays all tracks on disc or device.

•TRACK - Continuously repeats selected track.

•FOLDER - Continuously repeats all files in folder.

Random Press RDM to enter the Random menu, then turn the volume knob to select one of the following options:

•OFF - Cancels RDM function.

•ALL - Plays all tracks in random order.

•FOLDER - Plays all tracks in folder in random order.

Intro Press INT to enter the Intro menu, then turn the volume knob to select one of the following options:

•OFF - Cancels the INT function.

•ALL - Plays first 10 seconds of each track.

•FOLDER - Plays first 10 seconds of each track in the selected folder.

* Not available on all models.

To download the complete Owner’s Manual for your radio, please visit www.dualav.com/support/manuals.php.

Operation of iPod/iPhone*

Connect an iPod/	To play music from an iPod/iPhone device, connect the USB
iPhone Device (sold	cable (included with your iPod/iPhone device) to the unit’s USB
separately)	port. Playback will begin automatically.
Song Select	Press ll to skip to the next song. Press nnto return to
	the beginning of the current song. Pressing nnagain skips
	to the beginning of the previous song.
Forward/Reverse	Press and hold llor nnto fast forward or reverse.
Pause	Press	l/ II to temporarily stop playback.
	Press	l/ II again to resume playback.
Repeat	Press RPT to enter the Repeat menu, then turn the volume
	knob to select one of the following options:
	• ALL - Repeats all tracks.
	• SONG - Continuously repeats selected track.
Random	Press RDM to enter the Random menu, then turn the volume
	knob to select one of the following options:
	• OFFCancels the RDM function.
	• ALL - Plays all tracks in random order.
	• ALBUM - Plays all tracks in album in random order.
Intro	Press INT to enter the Intro menu, then turn the volume knob
	to select one of the following options:
	• OFF - Cancels the INT function.
	• ON - Plays first 10 seconds of each track.
Music Search	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.
Manual Control	When “MANUAL” control is selected from the Setup Menu,
for iPod	the iPod or iPhone device can be controlled directly from the
	device’s interface. All functions except for volume can be used
	from the iPod or i Phone device.
	Note: The firmware of the iPod/iPhone must be up dated to the
	latest version to be compatible with manual control model. Not
	all devices are compatible with manual control mode.

* Not available on all models.

To download the complete Owner’s Manual for your radio, please visit www.dualav.com/support/manuals.php.

Bluetooth® Operation*

Preparation Before using a Bluetooth device, it must be paired and connected. Ensure that Bluetooth is activated on your device before beginning the pairing process.

Pairing a New The head unit broadcasts the pairing signal constantly Device when no devices are connected. Complete the pairing

sequence from your Bluetooth device. Refer to the owner’s manual for your device for more details.

The device name is “DUAL BT”

The Bluetooth passcode “1234”

Note: The head unit can be in any mode of operation when pairing is performed.

Pairing If a device is currently connected, press and hold Additional to disconnect the current device before a new device

Devices can be paired. Then begin the pairing sequence from the new Bluetooth device.

Disconnecting a Press and holdfor 3 seconds to disconnect a Device connected device. The device will remain paired and

appear in the SEARCH menu, but not be connected.

Streaming Audio The head unit supports A2DP wireless streaming audio Troubleshooting from a Bluetooth mobile device directly to your head unit.

The following functions can be used to control the music:

•Press llto skip to the next available audio track.

•Press nnto skip to the previous audio track.

•Press l/ II to toggle between play and pause during playback.

*Not available on all models.

To download the complete Owner’s Manual for your radio, please visit www.dualav.com/support/manuals.php.

Pandora® Operation*

Requirements

USB Connection

Changing Stations

Shuffle

Skip Track

Play/Pause

Thumbs Up

Thumbs Down

Device

Compatibility

Troubleshooting

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 (www.pandora.com).

• The USB sync cable included with iPod/iPhone device.

Connect an iPod touch or iPhone device (required, sold separtely) to the USB port, using the USB sync cable included with your iPhone device.

Press SELECT to display the stations menu. Turn the volume knob to cycle through the list of stations, then press SELECT when the desired station is highlighted.

Note: Stations must be created on your account prior to connecting your iPod/iPhone device to the head unit.

Press SELECT to display the stations menu. Choose “Shuffle” from the stations menu to shuffle songs from all of your stations.

Press ll to skip the current song.

Press	l/ II to temporarily stop playback.
Press	l/ II again to resume playback.
Press	to customize the station to play more songs like
the currently playing song.
Press	to customize the station to play songs that are

different from the currently playing song.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for a complete list of devices compatible with this head unit. Refer to www.pandora. com/everywhere/mobile for devices compatible with the Pandora mobile application.

Note: Pandora is an internet service, carrier and data charges may apply.

* Not available on all models.

To download the complete Owner’s Manual for your radio, please visit www.dualav.com/support/manuals.php.

Limited One-Year Warranty

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Dual Electronics Corp. warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase. (Note that select marine products carry a 2-year warranty. Please visit www.dualav.com for details.) Dual Electronics Corp. agrees, at our option, during the warranty period, to repair any defect in material or workmanship or to furnish an equal new, renewed or comparable product (whichever is deemed necessary) in exchange without charges, subject

to verification of the defect or malfunction and proof of the date of purchase. Subsequent replacement products are warranted for the balance of the original warranty period.

Who is covered? This warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser for products purchased and used in the U.S.A.

What is covered? This warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship in this product. The following are not covered: installation/removal costs, damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, product modification, improper installation, incorrect line voltage, unauthorized repair or failure to follow

instructions supplied with the product, or damage occurring during return shipment of the product.

What to do?

1.Before you call for service, check the troubleshooting guide in your owner’s manual. A slight adjustment of any custom controls may save you a service call.

2.If you require service during the warranty period, you must carefully pack the product (preferably in the original package) and ship it by prepaid transportation with a copy of the original receipt from the retailer to an authorized service center.

3.Please describe your problem in writing and include your name, a return UPS shipping address (P.O. Box not acceptable), and a daytime phone number with your shipment.

4.For more information and for the location of the nearest authorized service center please contact us toll-free at 1-866-382-5476 or by email at [e-mail].

Exclusion of Certain Damages: This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of any and all other warranties, expressed or implied, including without limitation the

implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and any obligation, liability, right, claim or remedy in contract or tort, whether or not arising from the company’s negligence, actual or imputed. No person or representative is authorized to assume for the company any other liability in connection with the sale of this product. In no event shall the company be liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages.

FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Dual Electronics Corp.

Toll Free: 1-866-382-5476

Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM

www.dualav.com

©2014 Dual Electronics Corp. All rights reserved.

The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.

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. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Namsung is under license.

Pandora, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., used with permission.

Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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