• 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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XRM405BT 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 XRM405BT uses one
10 amp AGC fuse located
in-line.
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XRM405BT OPERATION
Control Locations - Receiver
12345
18
Release
110
Band / Go Back
211
Volume Knob
312
Power / Mute
413
131211109871617
1415
Preset 3 / Intro
Preset 2 / Random
Preset 1 / Repeat
Display
6
514
USB Port
Auxiliary Input
615
Preset 6 / Folder Up
716
Preset 5 / Folder Down
817
Preset 4 / Play / Pause
918
Tune Up
Tune Down
Mode
Audio / Menu
Bluetooth Talk
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XRM405BT OPERATION
Control Locations - Remote
17
16
15
14
13
12
Mode
1
Volume Up
2
Power
3
Select
4
Tune / Track Up
5
Volume Down
6
Band / Go Back
7
Preset 3 / Intro
8
Preset 2 / Random
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Preset 6 / Folder Up
10
Mute
11
Audio / Menu
12
Preset 5 / Folder Down
13
Preset 4 / Play / Pause
14
15
Preset 1 / Repeat
16
Bluetooth Talk
17
Tune / Track Down
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XRM405BT OPERATION
General Operation
Faceplate Removal
Power On/Off
Mute
Mode
Display
Reset
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.
Press
hold
When the unit is on, press
audio. Press
volume.
Press MODE to select between AM/FM, USB, Bluetooth or
auxiliary input modes. Modes of operation are indicated in
the display. USB mode will not appear unless a USB device
is connected.
The radio frequency (tuner mode) or MP3/WMA title/track
information (USB mode) will be shown by default. Press
DISP to display the clock. The default display will return
after five seconds.
When in USB mode, the display will alternate between
track number/elapsed time and available MP3/WMA
information, including file name, song title, artist name,
album name and folder name.
Press RESET upon initial installation or if abnormal
operation occurs. Reset button is located behind the front
panel.
or any other button to turn the unit on. Press and
again to turn the unit off.
momentarily to mute the
again to return to previously-selected
Set the Clock
Auxiliary Input
Volume
6
Press DISP to display the clock, then press and hold DISP
until the hours will flash. Press TUNE
minutes and TUNE
Insert a 3.5mm connector in the front panel AUX port.
Connect the other end of the 3.5mm connector to the
headphone output of an audio device, MP3 player, etc.
Adjust volume using the volume knob (00-40).
to adjust the hours.
ll
to adjust the
nn
XRM405BT OPERATION
General Operation
Audio / Menu
Bass
Treble
Balance
Fader
Loudness
EQ
Press the AUDIO/MENU to select between Bass, Treble,
Balance, Fader, Loudness, Distance and Stereo.
BASS
TREBLE
BALANCE
FADERLOUDNESS
EQSTEREO
Press AUDIO/MENU until BAS appears.
Rotate the volume knob left/right to adjust.
(-7 minimum / +7 maximum)
Press AUDIO/MENU until TRE appears.
Rotate the volume knob left/right to adjust.
(-7 minimum / +7 maximum)
Press AUDIO/MENU until BAL appears. Rotate the volume knob left/right to adjust from 10L (left) to 10R (right). "BAL
EVEN" represents equal balance.
Press AUDIO/MENU until FAD appears. Rotate the vol-ume knob left/right to adjust from 10R (rear) to 10F (front).
"FADER EVEN" represents equal balance.
Press AUDIO/MENU until LOUDON or LOUD OFF appears,
then rotate the volume knob to select desired option.
Activating this feature will enhance the bass and treble frequencies when listening to music at low volumes.
Press AUDIO/MENU until EQ appears, then rotate the volume knob to
FLAT, POP, JAZZ, ROCK and OFF.
select between the following preset equalization curves:
Stereo / Mono
Setup Menu
From tuner mode only, press AUDIO/MENU until STEREO
or MONO appears, then rotate the volume knob to select
desired option. Selecting MONO can improve listening in
areas with a weak FM signal.
Press and hold AUDIO/MENU for more than 3 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 activate the desired function.
Options are outlined on the following page.
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XRM405BT OPERATION
General Operation - Setup Menu
Menu FunctionOptionsAction
Auto Station
Store
Local/Distance
Tuning
Tuner
Frequency
Spacing
Subwoofer
Beep
Confirmation
LED Color
Bluetooth
Auto Answer
AUTO STORE
LOCAL OFFActivates distance tuning (Tuner mode only).
LOCAL ON
FREQ USA
FREQ EURO
SUBWFR ONEnables the subwoofer.
SUBWFR OFFDisables the subwoofer.
BEEP OFFDisables the confirmation beep.
BEEP ONEnables the confirmation beep.
LED AUTO
BLUE
GREEN
RED
YELLOW
PURPLE
CYAN
WHITE
LED ADJ
BT ONEnables Bluetooth functionality.
BT OFFDisables Bluetooth functionality.
ANSWER AUTO
ANSWER MANU
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 automatically rotate through all LED
colors.
Programs unit to use blue LED display.
Programs unit to use green LED display.
Programs unit to use red LED display.
Programs unit to use yellow LED display.
Programs unit to use purple LED display.
Programs unit to use cyan LED display.
Programs unit to use white LED display.
Press and rotate the volume knob to adjust each RGB color
level. After adjustment, that color will appear on the LCD.
Programs unit to automatically answer every incoming
phone call after 2-3 rings.
Programs unit to require the
manually to answer incoming phone calls.
button to be pressed
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XRM405BT OPERATION
AM/FM Tuner Operation
Seek Tuning
Manual Tuning
Band
Storing and Recalling
Station Presets
Press and hold TUNE
next strong station.
Press TUNE
up or down one step at a time. Press and hold to advance
quickly.
Press BAND to select between FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 and
AM2 bands.
Up to 18 FM stations 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
2 seconds. When stored, the preset number will appear in
the display. The station can be recalled anytime by pressing
the corresponding preset button.
or TUNE
nn
or TUNE
nn
ll
to change radio frequency
to seek to the
ll
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XRM405BT OPERATION
USB Operation
Connecting a USB Device
(sold separately)
To play MP3/WMA files from most USB mass storage
devices, line up the USB connector and insert the USB
device into the USB port.
Playing Music
Track Select
Fast Forward and
Reverse
Pause
Displaying Information
Repeat
Random
When a USB device is first connected, “LOAD” will appear in
the display and playback will begin momentarily. Depending
on the number of files and folders, it may take several
seconds for the device to begin playing. If no valid MP3/
WMA files are detected, “NO FILE” will be displayed and the
last mode will be resumed.
Press TRACK
track. Press TRACK
current track. Pressing TRACK
beginning of the previous track.
Press and hold TRACK
control to fast forward or reverse a track.
Press
Press
ID3 tag and file/folder information will be automatically
changed during playback. Press DISP to view the clock.
Default display will resume after five seconds.
Press RPT to choose between:
• Current Song - Continuously repeats selected track.
• Current Folder - Continuously repeats all files in folder.
Press RDM to choose between:
• Off - Cancels RDM function.
• All Songs - Plays all tracks in random order.
• Current Folder - Plays all tracks in folder in random
order.
/II to temporarily stop USB playback.
l
/II again to resume playback.
l
to skip to the beginning of the next
ll
to return to the beginning of the
nn
ll
or TRACK
again skips to the
nn
nn
on the remote
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XRM405BT OPERATION
USB Operation
Intro
Character Support
Media Compatibility
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 Songs - Plays first 10 seconds of each track.
• Current Folder - Plays first 10 seconds of each track in
folder.
Maximum character display information
• Track name – 64 character maximum
• Directory name – 64 character maximum
• *Song title – 64 character maximum
• *Artist name – 64 character maximum
• *Album name – 64 character maximum
*Song title, artist name and album name will only be
displayed if included with the MP3/WMA file.
The following types of files are compatible:
• MP3 data
• WMA data
The following types of files are not compatible:
• WMA files that are protected by DRM (Digital Rights
Management).
• WMA lossless format
• MP3 PRO format
• MP3 playlists
• WAV format
Playback Order
MP3/WMA playback sequence is based on order the files
are copied to the USB device and begins in the root folder.
Any empty folders or folders that do not include MP3/WMA
files are skipped. Depending on your software, the playback
order may vary.
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XRM405BT OPERATION
USB Operation
Playback Capacity
USB Device Compatibility
Additional MP3/WMA
Information
Sampling Frequency
Rates
MP3
WMA
Transfer Bit rates
MP3
• Maximum number of files: 1024
• Maximum number of folders: 512
• Maximum number of folder levels (sub folders): 8
Note: If the number of files/folders exceeds the maximum
outlined above, the additional files/folders will be ignored.
Note: Devices that exceed the maximum number of files or
folders may not function properly.
Due to the differences of USB devices, some devices may
not be compatible. USB devices must be ‘mass storage
class’ and formatted to the FAT or FAT32 file system in
order to ensure compatibility. USB devices must be 32GB or
smaller in capacity to be compatible.
Only MP3 files with filename extension (.mp3) can be played.
Only WMA files with filename extension (.wma) can be
played. Do not attempt to play non-MP3/WMA files with the
MP3/WMA extension.
8kHz ~ 48kHz
8kHz ~ 48kHz
8kbps ~ 320kbps constant
Variable bit rates
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WMA
MP3 Tag Display
8kbps ~ 384kbps constant
Variable bit rates
Note: Some files may not play or be displayed correctly,
depending on sampling rates and bit rates.
ID3 tags Version 1.0 to 2.0
Note: If an invalid ID3 tag version is detected, "NO
SUPPORT" will scroll on the display.
XRM405BT INSTALLATION
Bluetooth® Operation
Pairing a Device
Preparation
Pairing a New Device
Before you can use a Bluetooth device, it must be paired and
connected. Make sure that Bluetooth is activated on your
device before you begin the pairing process.
The XRM405BT broadcasts the pairing signal constantly
when no devices are currently 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 XRM405BT can be in any mode of operation when
pairing is performed.
Pairing Additional Devices
If a device is currently connected, press and hold to
disconnect the current device before a new device can be
paired. Then begin the pairing sequence from the new
Bluetooth device.
(Re)Connecting a Paired Device
Most Bluetooth devices support the auto-connect feature, and will connect automatically
if the device is in range when the XRM405BT is powered-on. If your device was previously
paired but does not connect, use these instructions below. Some devices require
authorization to allow the auto connect feature.
• If your most recently connected Bluetooth device becomes disconnected or does not
reconnect, press from Bluetooth mode to reconnect your mobile device.
• To connect a previously paired device that was not recently connected:
1) If applicable, press and hold to disconnect any connected mobile devices.
2) From Bluetooth mode, press SELECT. "Paired Devices" will appear on the LCD.
3) Turn the volume knob to cycle through the list of devices.
4) Press SELECT or to connect to the desired device. It must be in range to connect.
Note: If the Auto Connect setup menu setting is set to OFF, you must press to connect
you device after pairing, and each time the XRM405BT is powered-on.
Disconnecting a Device
Press and hold
paired and appear in the PAIRED DEVICES menu, but not be connected.
for 3 seconds to disconnect a connected device. The device will remain
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XRM405BT OPERATION
Bluetooth® Operation
Making a Phone Call
Manual Dialing
Recent Calls List
Redialing the last number
• Press once. "Enter Phone Number" will be shown, then
an "_" will appear on the display.
• Using the remote control, enter the phone number using
the 0-9 buttons. Press
XRM405BT front panel to begin dialing.
Note: Placing a phone call from your cell phone will also use
the Bluetooth function of the XRM405BT.
• Press SELECT from Bluetooth mode to view the 10 most
recent phone calls that were dialed, received or missed
while connected to the XRM405BT.
• Turn the volume knob to cycle through the recent phone
numbers. Press SELECT or
To redial the last phone number, press
Bluetooth mode. Press
Receiving and Ending Phone Calls
Receiving a Phone Call
Incoming phone calls will automatically appear on the
display and a ring tone will be heard.
Note: The volume of the ring tone depends on the volume
level of the XRM405BT. The incoming ring tone may not be
heard if the volume is set to a low level or mute is activated.
on the remote control or
to dial the phone number.
two times from
again to redial the phone number.
Ending a Phone Call
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• Press
• Press
Note: If Auto Answer is set to ON in the setup menu, all
phone calls will be received automatically.
During an active phone call, press
If the phone call was received when listening to music in
another mode, the XRM405BT will resume the previous
mode.
to receive the incoming phone call.
to refuse the incoming phone call.
to end a phone call.
XRM405BT OPERATION
Bluetooth® Operation
During a Phone Call
Volume
Microphone Mute
Audio Transfer
Call Hold
Turn the volume knob to adjust the volume level during a
phone call. Bluetooth mode has a separate volume level
from the main volume of other modes. The XRM405BT will
remember the volume level in Bluetooth mode and always
return to the last volume level for each phone call.
Press MUTE during a phone call to turn the XRM405BT's
external microphone off. Press MUTE again to resume
microphone operation.
Press DISP during a phone call to transfer the call from the
XRM405BT to the cell phone. Press DISP again to toggle the
audio back to the XRM405BT.
During a phone call, when there are no additional incoming
calls, press
resume the phone call.
Note: Audio transfer, call waiting and call hold must be
supported by the mobile phone and service provider to
function properly.
to place the call on hold. Press again to
Bluetooth Setup Menu Options
FunctionOptionsAction
Bluetooth
BT
(ON/OFF)
Enables/disables Bluetooth functionality.
Auto Answer
AANS
(OFF/ON)
When set to ON, every incoming phone call will automatically be
answered after 2-3 rings. When set to OFF, the
be pressed to answer incoming phone calls.
button must
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XRM405BT OPERATION
Bluetooth® Operation
Streaming Audio Operation
The XRM405BT supports A2DP (advanced audio distribution profile) wireless streaming
audio from your Bluetooth mobile device directly to your head unit. You can also control
your music from the front panel of the head unit using AVRCP (audio video remote control
profile).
Notes:
• To stream music to your head unit, your mobile device must support the A2DP and
AVRCP Bluetooth profiles. Check the owner's manual of your mobile device for details.
• Streaming audio must be enabled from your mobile device. This option will vary
depending on the device. Some devices allow streaming audio to be disabled.
After pairing, connecting and enabling streaming audio from a compatible mobile device,
begin playing music using the music player on your mobile device. Once the music is
playing, the following functions can be used to control the music:
• The
• The
• The
• The
Note: Some Bluetooth devices may not fully support these commands.
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button will skip to the next available audio track.
ll
button will skip to the previous audio track.
nn
/
II
button will toggle between play and pause during playback.
l
button will stop the audio playback.
XRM405BT OPERATION
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.
Tuning range: 530kHz-1710kHz
Usable sensitivity:<42dBu
Frequency response:30Hz-2.2kHz
Speaker output impedance:4~8 ohms
Line output voltage: 1.2 Volts RMS
Dimensions:7" x 6" x 2" (178 x 152 x 50 mm)
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications
(reference: 14.4VDC +/- 0.2V, 20Hz~20kHz)
Power Output: 18 Watts RMS x 4 channels at 4 ohms and < 1% THD+N
Signal to Noise Ratio: 70dBA (reference: 1 watt into 4 ohms)
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XRM405BT OPERATION
Troubleshooting
ProblemCauseAction
Unit will not turn on
(no power)
Unit has power
(but no sound)
Unit blows fuses
NO FILE appears
on display
NO SUPPORT appears
on display
Yellow wire not connected or incorrect
voltage Red wire not connected or
incorrect voltage
Black wire not connectedCheck connection to ground
Fuse blownReplace fuse
Speaker wires not connectedCheck connections at speakers
One or more speaker wires touching
each other or touching chassis ground
Yellow or red wire touching chassis
ground
Speaker wires touching chassis groundCheck for pinched wire
Incorrect fuse ratingUse fuse with correct rating
No playable MP3/WMA files found on
the device
An invalid ID3 tag version is present
Check connections for proper
Insulate all bare speaker wires
from each other and chassis
Check the device for valid
Version 1.0 to 2.0 ID3 tags are
voltage (11~16VDC)
ground
Check for pinched wire
MP3/WMA files
supported.
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XRM405BT OPERATION
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.
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 from an authorized Dual dealer
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:
software, 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. Specific
license conditions and copyright notices for
the software can be found via www.dualav.
com.
What to do?
1. Before you call for service, check the
2. If you require service during the
3. Please describe your problem in
4. For more information and for the
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.
troubleshooting guide in your owner’s
manual. A slight adjustment of any
custom controls may save you a service
call.
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.
writing and include your name, a
return UPS shipping address (P.O. Box
not acceptable), and a daytime phone
number with your shipment.
location of the nearest authorized
service center please contact us by one
of the following methods: