MCD237BT
INSTALLATION/OWNER'S MANUAL
AM/FM/CD Marine Receiver
MCD237BT INSTALLATION
FUSE
When replacing the
fuse, make sure new
fuse is the correct type
and amperage. Using
an incorrect fuse could
damage the radio.
The
10 amp AGC fuse
located beside the wiring
connector.
10 AMP
AGC Fuse
unit uses one
Antenna
Connector
Preparation
Please read entire manual before installation.
Before You Start
• Disconnect negative battery terminal. Consult a qualified technician for instructions.
• Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperatures, such as from
direct sunlight, or where it would be subject to dust, dirt or excessive vibration.
Getting Started
• Remove trim ring from unit.
• Remove 2 transit screws located on top of the unit.
• Insert the supplied keys into the slots as shown, and slide the unit out of the mounting
sleeve.
• Install mounting sleeve into opening, bending tabs to secure.
• Connect wiring harness and antenna. Consult a qualified technician if you are unsure.
• Certain vehicles may require an installation kit and/or wiring
harness adapter (sold separately).
• Test for correct operation and slide into mounting sleeve to secure.
• Snap trim ring into place.
TYPICAL FRONT-LOAD DIN MOUNTING METHOD
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MCD237BT INSTALLATION
Wiring Diagram
Antenna
Connector
10 AMP
AGC Fuse
FUSE
When replacing the
fuse, make sure new
fuse is the correct type
and amperage. Using
an incorrect fuse could
damage the radio.
The
unit uses one
10 amp AGC fuse
located beside the wiring
connector.
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MCD237BT OPERATION
General Operation
Power On/Off
Mode
Auxiliary Input
Volume
Display
Reset
Set the Clock
12/24-hour Clock
Setup Menu
Press or any other button (except EJECT) to turn the unit
on. Press to turn the unit off.
Press MODE to select between AM/FM, CD player, Bluetooth,
auxiliary and USB. Modes of operation are shown in the
display.
NOTE: CD and USB modes will not appear unless a CD is
inserted or USB device is connected.
The MCD237BT offers a 3.5 mm auxiliary input port on the
front panel of the unit for connecting an audio device, MP3
player, etc. Press MODE to select auxiliary input mode.
Adjust volume using volume knob (00-46).
Press DISP to show the clock. During playback of MP3/files,
ID3 tag information, elapsed time, track number and file/
folder names will automatically rotate on the display.
Press RESET upon initial installation or if abnormal
operation occurs.
With the unit on, press and hold DISP until the clock begins
to flash, then release. Turn the volume knob to the right to
adjust the hours or to the left to adjust the minutes.
The clock will display 12-hour AM/PM time in USA frequency
spacing mode (PM 10:00). In European frequency spacing
mode, the clock will display 24-hour time (22:00).
Press and hold AUDIO for more than 3 seconds to access the
setup menu. Press AUDIO momentarily to select between
the menu functions and rotate the volume knob left/right to
adjust or activate the desired function.
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MCD237BT OPERATION
General Operation - Setup Menu
Menu Function Options Action
Auto Station
Store
Local/Distance
Tuning
Tuner
Frequency
Spacing
Auxiliary Input
Beep
Confirmation
Programmable
Turn On Volume
Power On
Message
Scrolling
Option
Demonstration
Mode
Bluetooth
Auto Answer
AUTO STORE
LOCAL OFF Activates distance tuning (Tuner mode only).
LOCAL ON
FREQ USA
FREQ EURO
AUX ON Enables the front panel 3.5mm auxiliary input.
AUX OFF Disables the front panel 3.5mm auxiliary input.
BEEP OFF Disables the confirmation beep.
BEEP ON Enables the confirmation beep.
PRO-VOL #
MSG OFF Disables power on message. (Example: GOOD MORNING)
MSG ON Enables power on message to be displayed.
SCROLL 15 SP Programs unit to scroll information every 15 seconds (default).
SCROLL ONCE
SCROLL ON
SCROLL OFF Programs the unit to show the first 10 characters on display.
DEMO OFF Disables the demonstration mode.
DEMO ON Enables the demonstration mode.
BT ON Enables Bluetooth functionality.
BT OFF Disables Bluetooth functionality.
ANSWER
Auto
ANSWER
Manual
Press the volume knob to seek and save 6 strong stations in
the current band. (Tuner mode only)
Activates local tuning for strong station reception only (Tuner
mode only).
Programs the unit to USA tuner spacing.
(200kHz for FM and 10kHz for AM). (Tuner mode only)
Programs the unit to European tuner spacing.
(50kHz for FM and 9kHz for AM). (Tuner mode only)
Programs unit to always turn on at a specific volume (default is
OFF). Any volume level 1-30 can be selected.
Programs unit to scroll once then show the first 10 characters
on display
Programs unit to scroll continuously.
Programs unit to automatically answer every incoming phone
call after 2-3 rings.
Programs unit to require the
answer incoming phone calls (default).
button must be pressed to
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MCD237BT OPERATION
General Operation
Audio
Bass
Treble
Balance
Fader
Press AUDIO momentarily to select between Bass, Treble,
Balance and Fader.
BASS TREBLE BALANCE FADER EQ LOUD SOURCE LEVEL
Press AUDIO until BASS appears then rotate volume knob
left/right to adjust ( -6 minimum / +6 maximum).
Press AUDIO until TREBLE appears then rotate volume knob
left/right to adjust ( -6 minimum / +6 maximum).
Press AUDIO until BAL appears then rotate volume knob
left/right to adjust
BAL EVEN represents equal balance
Press AUDIO until FAD appears then rotate volume knob
left/right to adjust (FAD 12R - FAD 12F).
FAD EVEN represents equal fader
(BAL 12L - BAL 12R).
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