9
8
BAND
LOUD
ILL
PWR
ENTER
MONO
AS/PS
MP3
P-953
PAU
1 2
P-953
SCN
RPT
CD-R/RW/MP3 PLAYER
POWER LEVEL METER
43
5
SHF
AF TA
D.DN
Sub. W
EON
TP
PTY
ME/CR
6
Tune
/Seek
/Track
7
D.UP MODE
OPEN
EQ
T/F
0
SEL
CLAS
POP
JAZZ
MONO
LOC
ST
REG
LOUD
MUTE SCAN LOC
AM/FM/MPX RADIO WITH FOLD-DOWN
DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL,
COMPACT DISC PLAYER,
AUXILIARY AUDIO INPUT, MP3 CD PLAYBACK,
CD CHANGER CONTROLS,
WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL
AND QUARTZ CLOCK
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INDEX
Operating Instructions ................................................................ 3 - 9
Setting the Clock ...........................................................................9
CD Player Error Codes..................................................................9
Specifications ...............................................................................10
CD Changer Controls...................................................................11
CD Changer Error Codes.............................................................12
Wireless Remote Control Operation ............................................13
Playing MP3 Music Files ..............................................................14
Notes on Discs .............................................................................17
Care and Maintenance.................................................................18
Warranty.......................................................................................19
Page
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
33
17
16
11, 20, 21, 37, 38
19, 27, 31, 32
(BEHIND PANEL)
34
PAU
1 2
22
23
39
P-953
SCN
EQ
T/F
OPEN
CLAS
POP
JAZZ
MONO
0
SEL
9214
LOC
ST
REG
LOUD
MUTE SCAN LOC
12
29
28
3, 4, 5, 6, 7
11
1 POWER ON-OFF/ILLUMINATION (PWR/ILL) BUTTON
11
Press this button to turn the unit on or off. If the ignition switch is “on”,
the unit will also turn on automatically when a compact disc is inserted,
or if any other switch is pressed.
When the unit is on, each time the button is momentarily pressed
and released, the VFD display panel back-lighting intensity will
change from low-to-medium-to-high, and then back to low, thereby
providing three different intensity settings. When the unit is turned
off, the time-of-day is continuously displayed.
22
2 AUDIO CONTROL ( / ) BUTTONS
22
To increase the volume level, press the
button. The volume will
increase and the level will be shown on the display panel from a
minimum of VOL 00 to a maximum of VOL 100. To decrease the
volume level, press the
button. The display will automatically return
to the normal indication 5 seconds after the last volume adjustment
or when another function is activated. These control buttons are also
9
8
BAND
LOUD
10
ILL
PWR
MONO
AS/PS
ENTER
8
MP3
1
13
30
3 to adjust the bass,
4, 5, 6 and 7.
CD-R/RW/MP3 PLAYER
24
40
RPT
15
POWER LEVEL METER
43
SHF
25
41
Sub. W
AF TA
TP
D.DN
5
26
36
EON
PTY
ME/CR
6
D.UP MODE
/Seek
/Track
Tune
7
18
35
used in conjunction with the Sele ct ( SEL) button
treble, balance and fader levels as described in
33
3 PUSH SELECT CONTROL BUTTON (SEL)
33
This button is used to select the audio function (volume, bass, treble,
balance, or fade) whose setting is adjusted using the AUDIO
CONTROL buttons
2. Pressing the SEL button once will set the
unit for volume adjustment (VOL on the display). Pressing the button
additional times will select bass adjustment (BAS on the display),
treble adjustment (TRB on the display), balance (BAL), or fader
(FAD). The display will automatically return to the normal indication
5 seconds after the last adjustment or when another function is
activated.
NOTE:If the BAS or TRB functions are set while the Equalizer
function
cu is active, the Equalizer function will automatically
revert to the FLAT setting.
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44
4
BASS CONTROL
44
To adjust the bass level (Equalizer function inactive), first select the
Bass mode by pressing the SEL button
appears on the display panel. Within 5 seconds of choosing the
Bass mode, press the
the bass response, or the
it as desired. The level will be shown on the display panel from a
minimum BAS --10 to a maximum of BAS 10 (BAS 00 indicates
flat response). The display will automatically return to the normal
indication 5 seconds after the last adjustment or when another
function is activated.
55
5 TREBLE CONTROL
55
To adjust the treble level (Equalizer function inactive), first select
the Treble mode by pressing the S EL button
indication appears on the display panel. Within 5 seconds of
choosing the Treble mode, press the
AUDIO CONTROL 2 button to decrease
AUDIO CONTROL button to increase
3 so the BAS indication
3 so the TRB
AUDIO CONTROL button
2 to decrease the treble response or the AUDIO CONTROL
button to increase it as desired. The level will be shown on the
display panel from a minimum TRB --10 to a maximum of TRB 10
(TRB 00 indicates flat response). The display will automatically return
to the normal indication 5 seconds after the last adjustment or when
another function is activated.
66
6 LEFT/RIGHT BALANCE CONTROL
66
T o adjust the left-right speaker balance, first select the Balance mode
by pressing the SEL button
the display panel. Within 5 seconds of choosing the Balance mode,
press the
balance to the left channel speakers or the
button to adjust it to the right channel speakers. The balance position
will be shown on the display panel from BAL 10L (full left) to BAL
AUDIO CONTROL button 2 to adjust the stereo
3 so the BAL indication appears on
AUDIO CONTROL
10R (full right). When the volume level between the left and right
speakers is equal, BAL L=R will be shown on the display panel.
The display will automatically return to the normal indication 5
seconds after the last adjustment or when another function is
activated.
77
7 FRONT/REAR FADER CONTROL
77
T o adjust the front-rear speaker balance, first select the Fader mode
by pressing the SEL button
display panel. Within 5 seconds of choosing the Fader mode, press
AUDIO CONTROL button 2 to adjust the front-rear speaker
the
balance to the front speakers or the
adjust it to the rear speakers. The fader position will be shown on
the display panel from FAD 10R (full rear) to FAD 10F (full front).
When the level between the front and rear speakers is equal,
FAD F=R will be shown on the display panel. The display will
automatically return to the normal indication 5 seconds after the last
adjustment or when another function is activated.
88
8 LOUDNESS CONTOUR (LOUD)
88
When listening to music at low volume levels, this feature will boost
the bass and treble ranges to compensate for the characteristics of
human hearing. Press and hold the BAND/LOUD button for 2
seconds to activate this feature; the unit will beep and LOUD ON will
appear on the display for 5 seconds. Pressing the button again for 2
seconds will deactivate the feature; the unit will beep and LOUD
OFF will appear on the display panel for 5 seconds.
99
9 AUDIO MUTE SELECTOR (MUTE)
99
Press this button momentarily to mute the volume from the system
(MUTE will appear blinking on the display panel). Pressing the button
again or activating any other button/function will return to the volume
level setting in use before the Mute function was activated. During
3 so the FAD indication appears on the
AUDIO CONTROL button to
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disc play, pressing this button will mute disc audio and disc play will
be paused. During this time, the
display panel to show that a disc is still loaded in the unit.
blbl
bl AM/FM BAND SELECTOR (BAND)
blbl
Each time the BAND/LOUD button is pressed momentarily , the radio
band is changed. The indication AM, F1, F2 or F3 will appear on the
display panel according to your selection.
bmbm
bm
UP/DOWN TUNE/SEEK/TRACK ( / ) BUTTONS
bmbm
To manually select a radio station, momentarily press the Up Tuning
) button to advance the unit higher , or the Down T uning ( )
(
button to tune lower within the selected band. The radio will
automatically tune to the next strong station and stop on this
frequency. If the LOCAL mode is in effect, the radio will seek the
next local station and stop at that frequency.
Pressing either button for longer than 2 seconds will cause MANUAL
to appear on the display, accompanied by a beep tone, thereby
entering the seek mode. Pressing a button in this mode will cause
the radio to rapidly tune in the up or down direction and stop when
the button is released. The radio will then remain at that frequency.
Five seconds after Manual tune is inactive, AUTO will momentarily
appear for 2 seconds, thereby reverting to the normal tuning mode.
bnbn
bn LOCAL (LOC) BUTTON
bnbn
This feature is used to select the strength of the signals at which the
radio will stop during Automatic Seek Tuning. Pressing and this
button will select the Local setting (LOCAL will appear on the display
panel) and only strong (local) stations will be received. Pressing the
button again will select the normal Distant setting (LOCAL will
disappear from the display panel, and Dx will be displayed instead)
and the radio will stop at a wider range of signals, including weaker
(more distant) stations.
indication will remain on the
bobo
bo FM MONO/STEREO BUTTON (MONO)
bobo
During FM radio operation, this button is used to select mono or
stereo reception of the broadcast signal. Under normal reception
conditions, the unit should be left in the stereo mode as indicated by
the ST indication on the display panel when tuned to an FM stereo
signal. If the stereo signal is too noisy for comfortable listening, press
the MONO button to switch to mono reception (the ST indication will
disappear from the display panel, and MONO will be displayed). To
return to stereo reception mode, press the button again so that the
ST indication reappears in the display.
bpbp
bp LOCAL STA TION SCAN (SCAN) BUTT ON
bpbp
Press this button momentarily to commence an scan of the nearby
local stations whose signal strengths are the strongest (the station
number will appear flashing on the display panel during station
search). Press the button again momentarily to stop the Scan
operation and remain on the current local frequency. To return to
one of the frequencies preset into the current band, press the desired
pre-set button.
bqbq
bq STATION PRE-SET MEMORIES
bqbq
T o set any of the 6 pre-set memories in each band, use the following
procedure:
1. Turn the radio on and select the desired band.
2. Select the first station to be pre-set using the Manual TUNE or
Automatic SEEK Controls
3. Press the pre-set button to be set and continue to hold it in
for approximately 2 seconds. The preset number will appear
on the display panel and a beep will sound, indicating that the
station is now set into that preset memory position. The station
can now be recalled at any time by pressing that button.
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4. Repeat the above procedure for the remaining 5 pre-sets on
that band and for the other 3 bands on the unit.
brbr
br VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY (VFD)
brbr
The V acuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) panel displays the frequency ,
time, and activated functions using one of three illumination levels
as selected by the PWR/ILL button
bs bs
bs POWER LEVEL METER DISPLAY
bs bs
This display consists of a left and right six-bar graph which provides
a visual representation of the audio signal level. As the signal
increases, the number of illuminated segments will increase and viceversa.
btbt
bt MODE SELECTOR (MODE)
btbt
This button is used to select the radio, CD player, auxiliary (AUX)
input or CD changer (if installed) playback mode. Each press of the
button will select a different mode as indicated on the display panel.
During CD player operation, this button may be used to change to
radio, CD player, AUX input (MP3 or external CD player) or CD
changer mode without ejecting the disc. The DISC indication will
remain on the display panel to show that the CD changer is operating.
Press the button again to return to return to the desired mode.
bubu
bu DISC SLOT
bubu
With the front panel in the fold-down position, gently insert the disc
into the slot (label surface facing up) until the soft-loading mechanism
engages and pulls the disc in. The S--CDP indication will appear on
the display panel for 5 seconds. The (
becomes animated, the
appears on the display panel.
symbol lights, and the track number
1.
) indication illuminates and
CAUTION: This unit is designed for play of standard 5" (12cm)
compact discs
CD-Singles in this unit, either with or without an adapter,
as damage to the player and/or disc can occur. Such
damage will not be covered by the Warranty on this
product.
clcl
cl TRACK SELECT ( / )
clcl
The Track Select function of the TUNE/SEEK/TRACK buttons are
used to quickly access the beginning of a particular track when a
disc is in play. Each time the Forward TRACK Select (
the button is pressed, the next higher track number will be selected
as shown on the display panel. Similarly, each time the Backward
TRACK Select (
track number will be selected as shown on the display panel.
cmcm
cm
CUE/REVIEW FUNCTIONS ( / )
cmcm
High-speed audible search to any section of the disc can be made
by the Cue and Review functions. Press and hold the Cue (
side of the button to advance rapidly in the forward direction (the
advancing disc playing time will be shown on the display panel, except
for discs formatted with MP3 audio), or the Review (
advance rapidly in the backward direction (the decreasing disc playing
time will be shown on the display panel, except for discs formatted
with MP3 audio).
ONLY. Do not attempt to use 3" (8cm)
) side of
) side of the button is pressed, the next lower
) button to
)
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cncn
cn PAUSE (PAU) BUTT ON
cncn
The Pause function is used to freeze disc play when the CD player
or optional CD changer is in use. S--P AUSE will appear on the display .
Press this button again to resume disc play from the point at which it
was stopped and S--PAUSE will disappear.
coco
co TRACK SCAN (SCN) SELECT
coco
During disc play, press this button to play the first 10 seconds of
each track on the disc (S--SCN) will appear on the display panel).
When a desired track is reached, press the SCN button again to
cancel the function (S--SCN will disappear from the display panel)
and play of the selected track will continue. Scan mode will also be
canceled by activating Repeat Play
cpcp
cp REPEAT PLAY (RPT) SELECT
cpcp
During disc play , press this button to repeat the play of the selected
track (S--RPT will appear on the display panel). Play of the track will
continue to repeat until the button is pressed again and the S--RPT
indication disappears from the display panel. Repeat Play mode will
also be canceled by activating the Track Scan
functions.
cqcq
cq SHUFFLE PLAY (SHF) SELECT
cqcq
During disc play , press this button to play the tracks on the disc in a random
shuffled order (S--SHF will appear on the display panel). In Shuffle Play
mode, the TRACK Select function
order instead of the normal progression. The Shuffle Play mode can be
canceled by pressing the button again (S--SHF indication will disappear
from the display panel) or by activating the Repeat Play
cp, or Shuffle Play cq.
co or Shuffle Play cq
cl will also select tracks in the random
cp or Track Scan
co functions.
crcr
cr DISC SELECT UP/DOWN (D.UP/D.DN)
crcr
These buttons are used to select the desired disc for play during
changer operation. To advance to a higher number disc, press the
D.UP button, and to re turn to a lower number disc, press the D.DN button. The number of the disc in play will be shown on the display panel.
cscs
cs DISC EJECT ( )
cscs
Disc play is stopped and the disc is ejected when the front panel is
folded down and this button on the rear of the panel is pressed.
Radio or CD changer operation will automatically resume depending on
which mode was in operation prior to disc play. If the disc is not
removed from the unit within 15 seconds of being ejected, it will
automatically be re-loaded into the unit to prevent it from being
accidentally damaged (
that a disc is loaded in the player). Play of the disc can be resumed
by using the MODE button
ctct
ct TIME/FREQUENCY (T/F) DISPLAY BUTTON
ctct
During radio operation, press this button to call the time display on
the incorporated quartz clock. The current time will appear together
with an A or P indication. The display will return to the radio frequency
indication after 5 seconds.
During disc play, press this button will call the time display. The
display will return to the disc indication after 5 seconds.
cucu
cu EQUALIZER BUTTON (EQ)
cucu
The EQ button applies preset sound effects to the unit’s audio output
signal. The EQ button, when pressed, will activate one of the following
operating modes: CLASSICS, POP M, JAZZ, DSP OFF or FLAT. Even
though the EQ function is active, as displayed on the panel, if the bass
and/or treble level is set, the EQ function automatically returns to the
FLAT mode. Conversely, when the Equalizer function is not active,
the unit returns to the user set bass and treble levels.
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will appear on the display panel to indicate
bt to choose the CD player function.
dl dl
dl PRE-SET SCAN (PS) /AUTO-STORE TUNING (AS)
dl dl
Press this button momentarily to scan the stations pre-set into the
six memories of the current band in use. The unit will stop at each preset station for 5 seconds before continuing to the next pre-set station
(the pre-set number on the display panel will flash during Pre-Set
Scan operation). Press the button again momentarily to stop PreSet Scan operation and remain on the selected frequency.
Pressing and holding the button for longer than 2 seconds will activate
the Auto-S tore T uning feature which will automatically scan and enter
up to 6 stations into the pre-set memories of each FM band and the
AM band. If you have already set the pre-set memories to your favorite
stations, activating the Auto-Store Tuning feature will erase those
stations and enter the new ones. This feature is most useful when
traveling in a new area where you are not familiar with the local
stations.
dmdm
dm THEFT-DETERRENT LED
dmdm
Located on the chassis behind the front panel, a light-emitting diode
(LED) will flash when the panel is physically removed. The flashing
light serves as a visual warning to the would-be thief that the unit has
been disabled by removal of the front panel.
dndn
dn RESET BUTTON
dndn
The RESET button is located to the right of the theft deterrent LED.
The reset circuitry should only be activated under the following
circumstances as it will erase the time and pre-set memories:
1. Upon initial installation after all wiring is completed.
2. If there is a malfunction of any of the switches on the unit,
pressing the RESET button may clear the system and return
to normal operation.
dodo
do
FRONT PANEL RELEASE BUTTON (OPEN)
dodo
This button is used to release the mechanism that holds the front
panel to the chassis. To detach the front panel, press the button so
that the panel drops to the lowered position. Grasp the panel at the
middle and pull it off of the chassis. To re-attach the panel, press it
straight onto the chassis until the mechanism locks it into place.
dpdp
dp REMOTE SENSOR
dpdp
The sensor to detect the infrared signal from the wireless remote
control is located behind the VFD display lens. For optimum
operation of the remote control, always aim the control at the VFD
display.
NOTES ON USE OF FRONT PANEL
1. Make sure the front panel is positioned correctly when sliding it into the front mounting plate, as it cannot be attached
when up-side down. Use moderate pressure to fully seat
the panel into position.
2. T o verify correct p anel installation, swing the panel as sembly up into position until it locks easily into place. If
any resistance is encountered, re-check panel orienta tion in chassis mounting plate.
3. When taking the front panel with you, please use the sup plied carrying case to protect the panel from dirt and
damage. Make sure ther e is no dust or dirt on the
electrical terminals on the back of the panel as this could
cause intermittent operation or other malfunctions.
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NOTES ON USE OF REMOTE INPUT JACK:
The remote input jack provides the user option of applying
DISC SLOT
(19)
THEFT DETERRENT
LED (31)
RESET BUTTON
(32)
an external audio source to the radio.The audio jack is
compatible with most "Walkman" CD and cassette
players, or an MP3 digital audio playback unit. When
the external source is connected, only that media is
played by the radio; no other input sources (radio or CD)
are operative.
MOUNTING PLATE
GUIDE (2 PLACES)
PANEL MOUNTING PLATE
CD EJECT
BUTTON (27)
FRONT PANEL
SETTING THE CLOCK
1. Switch the vehicle ignition and radio “on”.
2. Press the Display (T/F) button to call the time display; then press and hold the button until a beep tone occurs and the time
display flashes.
3. While the display is flashing, press the Up TUNE/SEEK/TRACK ( ) button to adjust the hours and A or P indication, or the
Down TUNE/SEEK/TRACK ( ) button to adjust the minutes to the correct time.
4. Five seconds after the last hour or minute adjustment is made, the time will be set in the unit and the display will return to the
normal indication.
CD PLAYER ERROR CODES
If a problem should develop while operating the CD player, an error code (ER-1, ER-2, ER-3, etc.) may appear on the display
panel. This can indicate a number of problems with the unit, including a mechanical error or an error in the microprocessor control
of the player. If an error code should appear, try ejecting and reloading the disc into the player. While the disc is out of the unit,
make sure it is clean, undamaged, and loaded correctly (label surface up). Y ou may also try activating the RESET button dn on the
unit, but this will also erase the time and pre-set memories.
If the suggested measures do not solve the problem, contact an approved warranty station near you for further assistance.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Size: 7" W x 2" H x 6-1/4"D
178 mm x 50 mm x 158 mm
Operating Voltage: 12 volts DC, negative ground
Fuse Ratings: Constant (Yellow wire): 15 AMP.
Switched (Red wire): 0.5 AMP.
Output Power: 160 watts maximum
(40 watts x 4 channels)
Output Impedance: Compatible with 4 – 8 ohm
speakers.
Low-Level Output: 0.7 Volt.
Tuning Range: AM: 520 – 1,710 kHz.
(10 kHz. step)
FM: 87.5 – 107.9 MHz.
(200 kHz. step)
Sensitivity: AM: 20 uV.
FM: 5.0mV.
FM Stereo Separation: 25 kHz
Output Wiring: Floating-ground type d esigned
for 4 speaker use.
Front and rear channels CANNOT
be combined (bridged) for use with
2 speakers.
RCA low-level outputs (front and
rear channels).
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
CD Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20 kHz. +0/-3dB
CD Signal/Noise Ratio: ≥ 60 dB
CD Channel Separation: ≥ 50 dB
CD Dynamic Range: ≥ 60 dB
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CD CHANGER CONTROLS
Built into this radio are controls to operate an optional CD changer.
Please check with your Prestige/Audiovox car stereo specialist
or call 1-800-645-4994 for recommendations of the models that
will work with this radio.
Adjustment of the audio functions (volume, tone, balance, and
fader) for the CD changer operate in the same manner as they
do for radio play. The following controls will operate the CD
changer when it is installed and connected to this radio. Refer to
the owner’s manual included with the CD changer for instructions
on the installation and correct loading and use of the CD
magazine.
dqdq
dq CD CHANGER MODE SELECTOR (MODE)
dqdq
During radio or CD play, press this button to select operation of
the CD changer as shown by CDC on the display panel. Disc
play will begin and the disc and track number will be shown on the
display panel. When the magazine is loaded into the changer,
play will begin from the first track of the first disc in the magazine.
drdr
dr DISC SELECT (D.UP/D.DN)
drdr
These buttons are used to select the desired disc for play. To
advance to a higher number disc, press the D.UP button. To return
to a lower number disc, press the D.DN button. The number of
the disc in play will be shown on the display panel.
dsds
ds TRACK SELECT ( / )
dsds
The Track Select functions are used to quickly access the
beginning of a particular track. Each time the Forward T rack Select
( ) button is pressed, the next higher track number will be
selected as shown on the display panel. Similarly , each time the
Backward Track Select ( ) button is pressed, the next lower
track number will be selected as shown on the display panel.
dtdt
dt CUE/REVIEW FUNCTIONS ( / )
dtdt
High-speed audible search to any section of the disc can be made
by the Cue and Review functions. Repeatedly press the Cue
( ) side of the button to advance rapidly in the forward direction
(disc play symbol rotation on the display panel will stop), or the
Review ( ) side of the button to advance rapidly in the backward
direction.
dudu
du TRACK/DISC SCAN SELECTOR (SCN)
dudu
When the SCN button is pressed, the SCN indication will appear
on the display panel, and the first 10 seconds of each track on the
disc will be played in order. When a desired track is reached,
press the SCN button again, and play of the selected track will
continue (SCN) will disappear from the display panel). The Track
Scan mode will also be canceled by activating the Repeat or
Shuffle Play functions.
When the SCN button is pressed and held, the DSN
indication will appear on the display panel and the first 10 seconds
of the first track on each disc in the magazine will be played. When
a desired disc is reached, press the SCN button again and play of
the selected disc will continue (DSN will disappear from the display
panel). The Disc Scan mode will also be canceled by activating
the Repeat Play or Shuffle Play functions.
elel
el DISC/TRACK REPEA T PLAY (RPT)
elel
When the RPT button is pressed, the RPT indication will appear on
the display panel and play of the selected track will be continually
repeated until the Track Repeat mode is canceled by pressing
the RPT button twice, or by activating the Scan or Shuffle Play
functions.
When the Repeat button is pressed and held, the DRT indication
will appear on the display panel and play of the selected disc
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will be continually repeated until the Disc Repeat mode is canceled
by pressing the RPT button again or by activating the Scan or
Shuffle Play functions.
emem
em DISC/TRACK SHUFFLE PLAY (SHF)
emem
When the SHF button is pressed, the SHF indication will appear
on the display panel and the tracks on the disc will be played in a
random, shuffled order . The Track Select button will also select
tracks in the shuffled order instead of the normal progression.
The Random Track mode can be canceled by pressing the SHF
button or by activating the Scan or Repeat Play functions.
When the SHF button is pressed and held, the DSF indication
will appear on the display panel and the discs in the magazine will
be played in a random, shuffled order, as well as the tracks on
each disc. After playing all tracks selected at random from a disc
in the magazine, the unit will select another disc at random and
play all the tracks on it in a random shuffled order. This will continue
from disc-to-disc until the Random Disc mode is canceled by
pressing the SHF button again or by activating the Scan or Repeat
Play functions.
CD CHANGER ERROR CODES
If a problem should develop while operating the CD changer, the following error codes may appear on the display panel.
ER-1: Indicates that there is no magazine loaded in the CD changer.
ER-2: Indicates a problem with the magazine eject function.
ER-3: Indicates an error in the disc loading function.
ER-4: Indicates an error in the disc unloading function.
ER-5: Indicates an error in the magazine position.
ER-6: Indicates an error in the laser pick-up position.
ER-7: Indicates an error in the laser focus on the disc.
In any of these error situations, try ejecting the CD magazine from the changer and make sure the discs are clean, undamaged,
and loaded correctly (refer to the Owner’s Manual of the CD changer). Re-load the magazine and check for proper operation. Y ou
may also try activating the RESET button dn on the unit, but this will also erase the time and pre-set memories. If the suggested
measures do not solve the problem, contact an approved warranty station near you for further assistance.
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WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL
OPERATION
The wireless remote control supplied with this model is capable of
operating most of the features of the unit from a remote location.
Each button on the remote control functions in the same way as
the referenced button on the main unit. For optimal operation of
the remote control, always aim it toward the Remote Sensor dp
on the front panel of the main unit.
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1 POWER - See Main Unit 1
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2 VOLUME (LEVEL) CONTROL- See Main Unit 2, 3 4,
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5, 6, and 7 except press VOL + to increase level, and
press VOL - to decrease level
CD TRACK SELECT – See Main Unit cl and ds except
press to select a higher track number, press to select a lower track number.
CD CUE/REVIEW – See Main Unit cm and dt except press
for Cue function, and press for Review function.
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7 RADIO PRE-SET MEMORY 1-6 - See Main Unit bq
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8 DISC UP SELECT (D.UP) - See Main Unit cr
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9 DISC DOWN SELECT (D.DN) - See Main Unit cr
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blbl
bl TRACK/DISC REPEAT (RPT) - See Main Unit cp and el
blbl
bmbm
bm TRACK/DISC SHUFFLE (SHF) - See Main Unit cq and em
bmbm
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3 SELECT BUTTON (S) - See Main Unit 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7
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4 PRE-SET SCAN-AUTO STORE TUNING- See Main Unit dl
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5 AM/FM BAND SELECTOR (BAND/ENTER) – See Main Unit
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bl
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6 UP/DOWN TUNE/SEEK/TRACK (9/8) – See Main Uni t bm
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MANUAL SEEK TUNING – See Main Unit bm, except press
to seek upward and press to seek downward.
bnbn
bn TRACK/DISC P AUSE (PAU) - See Main Unit cn
bnbn
bobo
bo TRACK/DISC SCAN (SCN) - See Main Unit co and du
bobo
bpbp
bp MODE SELECTOR (MODE/7) - See Main Unit bt and dq
bpbp
bqbq
bq TIME/FREQUENCY SELECT BUTTON (T/F)/0- See Main
bqbq
Unit ct
brbr
br INFRARED SENDER - Emits infrared signal to radio which
brbr
is detected by the sensor dp
bsbs
bs BATTERY COMPARTMENT - Holds two AAA batteries for
bsbs
remote wireless control operation.
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PLAYING MP3 MUSIC FILES
MP3 (Moving Picture Experts Group, Layer 3) are digital audio files that
are compressed to about 1/10th the size of a CD recording. As a result,
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SEL
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4
PAU
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SHF
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MODE
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T/F
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you can compress a CD song that has 50 megabytes of data into an
MP3 that has only 4 or 5 megabytes.
The P-953 can play MP3s directly from files contained on a CD-R/RW,
by using the MP3 buttons on the radio (or Remote Control).
MP3 CONTROLS
The following buttons represent control inputs, characters and/or numbers dedicated to the access of files on your MP3 CD.
1. AS/PS: The AS/PS button, also labeled MP3, is used to search
and/or access the Track Number and Directory/Album title; additional presses will momentarily access the disc serial number
(if applicable), and display the current Directory/Album title. By
using this button, you can quickly jump to a Directory/Album and
then navigate within that area to locate and play a specific
song/track.
2. BAND/LOUD: The BAND/LOUD button is also labeled ENTER
for MP3 CD playback purposes; its function permits entry to the
desired Directory/Album or Track af ter being accessed by the MP3
(AS/PS) button.
3. Preset 1: During MP3 disc play, pressing this button in conjunc-
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tion with the MP3 button, will select track number 1, or a track
number containing this numeral. When a Directory or song title
search is being made, this button also represents alphanumerical
INFRARED REMOTE
CONTROLLER
characters A, B, C, 1. Pressing the button consecutively scrolls
through the characters.
4. Preset 2: This button functions in the same manner as Preset 1,
except it represents alphanumeric characters D, E, F, 2.
5. Preset 3: This button functions in the same manner as Preset 1,
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except it represents alphanumeric characters G, H, I, 3.
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BAND
LOUD
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SHF
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D.DN
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EON
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PTY
ME/CR
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Tune
/Seek
/Track
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D.UP MODE
OPEN
EQ
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SEL
CLAS
POP
JAZZ
MONO
LOC
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REG
LOUD
MUTE SCAN LOC
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6. Preset 4: This button functions in the same manner as Preset 1,
except it represents alphanumeric characters J, K, L, 4.
7. Preset 5: This button functions in the same manner as Preset 1,
except it represents alphanumeric characters M, N, O, 5.
8. Preset 6: This button functions in the same manner as Preset 1,
except it represents alphanumeric characters P, Q, R, 6.
9. MODE: This button functions in the same manner as Preset 1,
except it represents alphanumeric characters S, T, U, 7.
10. MANU/SKIP (Down): This button functions in the same manner
as Preset 1, except it represents alphanumeric characters
V, W, X, 8.
11. MANU/SKIP (Up): This button functions in the same manner as
Preset 1, except it represents alphanumeric characters
Y, Z, Space, 9.
12. Select (SEL): This button is used in conjunction with the MP3
button and AUDIO CONTROL knob to confirm selection of the
alphanumeric character when choosing a specific Directory/
Album and/or song title.
13. Time/Frequency (T/F): This button functions in the same manner as Preset 1, except it represents symbol/numeric characters
_, -, +, 0.
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5
7
8
9
2
14. AUDIO CONTROL Up/Down: The AUDIO CONTROL buttons perform the same function as the other alphanumeric buttons when
choosing a specific Directory/Album and/or song title; it allows quick
selection and entry of sequential Alphanumeric characters when
used in conjunction with the SEL button which confirms each se
lected character before moving on to the next one.
NOTE: The D.DN (Preset 5) and D.UP (Preset 6) buttons also
enable track selection in 10-track steps during normal CD
play and when searching for files or directories.
LOADING AN MP3 DISC
As with a normal music CD, when an MP3 disc is initially loaded, S--
CDP appears on the display for 5 seconds. The (
nates and becomes animated, the
symbol lights; then MP3 T and
) indication illumi-
the track number momentarily appear, followed by the ID Tag, if supported, and READING on the display.
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ACCESSING THE ID TAG
To access the ID tag, when supported, proceed as follows:
1. Press the MP3 (AS/PS) button until the ID Tag, if supported, is
displayed.
NOTE: The ID TAG can specify the Songname, Artist, Album,
Year, and/or Comments.
2. If no ID T AG is available, --NO ID3 will appear on the display follow
ing Comments.
SEARCHING THE TRACK DIRECTLY
To search for a desired track directly, proceed as follows:
1. With the MP3 CD in the play mode, press the MP3 (AS/PS) button;
MP3 T appears on the display followed by a flashing character
position (
thereof, to access the appropriate track.
2. If the desired track number consists of two digits or less, the player
will wait a few seconds for the ENTER (BAND/LOUD) button to be
pressed; otherwise, the player will begin searching for the track
automatically.
3. When the track is accessed, the track number appears on the display, followed by the song name.
SEARCHING FOR A DIRECTORY OR FILE
To search for a desired directory or file on the MP3 CD, proceed as
follows:
1. With the MP3 CD in play mode, press the MP3 button until only a
blinking character position (
2. Then press the desired buttons, or use the AUDIO ADJUST control
with the SEL button, to enter characters of the directory or file name.
Up to 8 alpnanumeric characters can be entered for search.
3. Press the ENTER (BAND/LOUD) button to access the directory.
NOTE: If the Directory/File is entered incorrectly, or does not exist,
); then press the direct numeric key or combination
) appears.
NOT FOUND will be displayed momentarily.
4. Then continue the search within the directory for the song title by
using the
5. When the title is accessed, press the ENTER button again to
begin play of the selected song.
NAVIGATING FROM A ROOT DIRECTORY
To search for a desired song from a root directory on the MP3 CD, proceed as follows:
1. With the MP3 CD in play mode, press the MP3 button until the root
name is displayed for a secondand the first directory or file name
is displayed (selected).
2. If the selected name is in the directory, go into the selected direc
tory by pressing the ENTER (BAND/LOUD) button.
3. Then continue the search within the directory for the song title by
using the / buttons, but use the button first.
4. When the song title is accessed, press ENTER again to begin
play of the selected song.
NAVIGATING FROM A CURRENT DIRECTORY
To search for a desired song from the current directory on the MP3 CD,
proceed as follows:
1. With the MP3 CD in play mode, press the MP3 button until the root
name is displayed for a second and the currently playing file name
is displayed (selected).
2. If the displayed name is the desired directory or the file in the direc
tory, go into the selected directory and play the file by pressing the
ENTER (BAND/LOUD) button.
3. Otherwise, continue the search within the directory for the song title
by using the
4. When the song title is accessed, press ENTER again to begin
play of the selected song.
/ buttons, but use the button first.
/ buttons, but use the button first.
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NOTES ON DISCS:
Attempting to use non-standard shape discs (e.g.; square, start, heart) may damage the unit. Be sure to use round-shape CDs
only in this unit.
NOTES ON CD-Rs (Recordable CDs)/CD-RWs (Rewriteable CDs):
1. Be sure to use discs with the following marks only for play in this unit:
2. The unit cannot play a CD-R or CD-RW that is not finalized. (Please refer to the manual of your CD-R/CD-RW
software for more information on the finalization process.)
3. Depending on the recording status, conditions of the disc and the equipment used for the recording, some
CD-Rs/CD-RWs may not be played on this unit.
NOTES ON MULTI-SESSION DISCS:
1. If the first track of the first session is audio CD data, then the unit will play only the audio CD data.
2. When the first track of the first session in not audio CD data, but and MP3 file is included on the disc, then only the MP3
files will be played back and other data (including CD data) is skipped.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The radio section of your new sound system does not require any
maintenance. We recommend you keep this manual for reference
on the many features found in this unit as well as how to set the
clock.
The compact disc player section also requires no routine maintenance, but proper understanding of its use and handling will help
you obtain maximum enjoyment of its capabilities. The following
points should be observed:
! When cleaning the interior of the vehicle, do not get water or
cleaning fluids on the unit.
! The CD player is a precision instrument and will not operate
properly in extreme hot or cold. In case of such conditions, wait
until the interior temperature of the vehicle reaches a normal
temperature before using the player.
! If the temperature inside the player gets too hot, a protective
circuit will automatically stop play of the disc. In this case, allow
the unit to cool off before operating the player again.
! Never insert anything other than a 5" (12 cm) compact disc into
the player as the mechanism can be damaged by foreign
objects.
! Do not attempt to use 3" (8 cm) CD-Single discs in this unit, either
with or without an adaptor, as damage to the player and/or disc
may occur. Such damage will not be covered by the Warranty on
this product.
! When not using the disc player, always remove the compact
disc.
! When the vehicle warms up during cold weather or under damp
conditions, moisture may condense on the lens of the disc
player. Should this occur, the player will not operate properly until
the moisture has evaporated.
! The unit is designed with a vibration dampening CD mechanism to
minimize interruption of disc play due to normal vibration in a
moving vehicle. When driving on very rough roads,
however,occasional sound skips may occur. This will not scratch
or damage the disc and normal play will resume when the rough
conditions cease.
HANDLING COMPACT DISCS
Dirt, dust, scratches, and warpage can cause skips in the playback
and deterioration of sound quality. Please follow these guidelines
to take care of your compact discs:
! Use only compact discs with the mark .
! Fingerprints, dust, and dirt should be carefully wiped off the
disc’s playing surface (shiny side) with a soft cloth. Wipe in a
straight motion from the inside to the outside of the disc.
! Never use chemicals such as record sprays, household cleaners
or thinner to clean compact discs. Such chemicals can
irreparably damage the disc’s surface.
! Discs should be kept in their storage cases when not in use.
! Do not expose discs to direct sunlight, high temperatures or high
humidity for extended periods.
! Do not stick paper, tape, or labels on the disc surfaces nor write
on them with any type of marker.
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12 / 24 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY
Applies to automotive radios, radio/tape players, radio/CD players, CD changers,
power amplifiers, equalizers and accessories.
AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof,
under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such
defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.
To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill
of sale), specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to an approved warranty station or the Company at the address shown below.
The warranty period will be extended to 24 months from the date of original purchase if the product is installed by an authorized Prestige Audio
dealer. To claim warranty service during this extended period, the bill of sale must specify that the product was installed by an authorized Prestige
Audio dealer.
This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to correction of antenna problems, to costs incurred
for installation, removal or reinstallation of the product, or to damage to tapes, compact discs, speakers, accessories, or vehicle electrical
systems.
This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of the Company, has suffered or been damaged through
alteration, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number/bar code
label(s). THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER
FOR THE PRODUCT.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY
WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF
30 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. 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 how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage
so the above limitations or exclusions 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.
U.S.A. : AUDIOVOX CORPORATION, 150 MARCUS BLVD., HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK 11788 ! 1-800-645-4994
CANADA : CALL 1-800-645-4994 FOR LOCATION OF WARRANTY STATION SERVING YOUR AREA
128-5543
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© 2002 AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORP., HAUPPAUGE, NY Printed in China
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