GME GD9620W, GD9620B, GD9640W, GD9640B Instruction Manual

Marine Stereo System

GD9620W • GD9620B

GD9640W • GD9640B

I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L

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PAG E 2 I N ST R UC T ION M AN U AL G D 96 0 0 S ER I ES

CO N TENT S

fEaTu rES

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AM/FM radio, DVD/CD Player

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MP3 via CD/USB/SD card and auxiliary input

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4 x 45 Watt power output

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Conformally coated PCBs for harsh

marine environment.

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Rugged and waterproof case, made using high

impact UV protected plastics.

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Waterproof to IP56

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Backlit LCD screen

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Infrared remote control

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iPod* connectivity via optional

interconnect cable

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Portable MP3 player input

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Optional wired remote

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Available in black or white

*iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the U.S.
and other countries.

aCCE SSOr i ES S upp l iED

The GD9600 is supplied with the following
standard accessories:

• Main unit

• Remote control Handset (RCW9600)

• USB adaptor

• DC/speaker cable harness

• Flush mount support kit and template

• Spare flush mount screw caps (4)

• Owner’s manual

Please immediately contact your point of purchase if any of
these components are missing.

GME STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT YOU KEEP THIS MANUAL

IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Product Description and Model Designators . . . . . 3

CONTROL LOCATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Installation Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Handling Compact Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Moisture Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Flush Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Removing Clear Front Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Electrical Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

General Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Radio Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

CD/MP3/DVD Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

AUXILIARY INPUTS & OUTPUTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Front Panel Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Rear Outputs and Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

REMOTE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Remote Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

BATTERY REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

GD9600 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . back page

GME AFTER SALES SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . back page

G D 96 0 0 S ER I ES I N ST R UC T ION M AN U AL PA G E 3

iN T rODuC T i ON

Congratulations on the purchase of the GME GD9600
series Marine Stereo system, arguably the finest marine
audio product available today. Your GD9600 has been
designed with both the music buff and boat owner in mind.

The GD9600 series has been developed by utilising
a combination of the very latest in digital electronic
technology and the design expertise gained by GME
engineers over several decades of marine product
development. With all circuitry conformally coated, exposed
metalwork protected against the harsh marine environment
and contained in a UV stabilised water resistant
polycarbonate housing, the GD9600 will ensure many years
of reliable service.

Ever attentive to customer needs, GME offers the GD9600
in two discrete configurations. For the smaller vessel where
exposure to the elements is greater, the fully enclosed
GD9640 is ideal, for larger cruisers or yachts where
bulkhead installation is the preferred option, the GD9620
is the perfect solution.

The GD9600 has all the attributes expected in a superior
stereo system, furthermore, the industry first inclusions of
SD and USB inputs and iPod® compatibility, will ensure the
GD9600 is destined to become the standard by which all
marine stereo systems are measured.

Read this instruction booklet carefully, drop in your
favourite music selection, sit back and enjoy the
sounds that cannot fail to impress even the most
critical audiophile.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND MODEL DESIGNATORS

The GD9600 series is available in the following formats:

GD9620W (White) and GD9620B (Black)

Designed for flush mounting into bulkheads or dashboards
where the rear case of the product is not exposed to any
water ingress or moisture. The GD9620 has a semi open
rear case to permit heat dissipation generated by operating
the system at high volumes for extended periods of time.

GD9640W (White) and GD9640B (Black)

Designed with a fully enclosed waterproof marine housing
to enable installation on open boats or in areas where
occasional water exposure is possible. The GD9640 utilises
GME’s unique ‘Big Gun’ custom heat dissipater to avoid
any overheating or component damage in situations of
prolonged use at high volumes or in areas of high
ambient temperatures.

Type of disc Recorded material Size of disc

DVD

Sound and moving

pictures

12 cm

VCD

Sound and moving

pictures

12 cm

MP3/WMA

Sound only

12 cm

MPEG4*/DIVX*

Sound and moving

pictures

12 cm

CD

Sound and still pictures

12 cm

NOTE: The unit is compatible with DVD, DVD +/-R, VCD 1.0/2.0/3.0, SVCD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW and JPEG

PAG E 4 I N ST R UC T ION M AN U AL G D 96 0 0 S ER I ES

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Power On/Off

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Volume Control

3

Select

4

Loudness

5

Mute

6

Clock/Time Selector

7

Mode Switch

8

LOC/DX Selector

9

Stereo/Mono

10

Band Selector

11

Tuning/Selecting Tracks

12

Eject

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Auto Music Search

14

EQ settings (Flat, Classic, Rock + POP)

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Reset Button

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LCD Display

17

CD Slot

18

Auxiliary Input

19

USB Input

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Preset memory Keys and CD/MP3 functions.

21

SD Card Input

15

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INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

If you are connecting your GD9600 for the first time or have
just reconnected your boat battery and you are experiencing
problems with the unit’s operation, we suggest you try
resetting the unit. The reset button is located under the
volume face panel. Gently press the reset button with a
paper clip or similar object.

The preset station memories and clock time are retained
only while the yellow ‘Memory 12 V+’ lead is connected
(see Electrical Wiring section). If the battery is disconnected
or switched off at the master switch, or the unit is removed
from the vessel, the station memories will be lost and the
clock will need to be reset.

HANDLING COMPACT DISCS

• Handle the CD/DVD by it’s edge, avoid touching the
disc surface.

• Store your discs away from direct

sunlight or heat sources. Keeping
the disc in it’s original case will
help to avoid damage.

• Clean the disc with a soft cloth
from the centre to the outer edge,
(see diagram) rather than in a
circular motion. Do not use solvents.

MOISTURE CONDENSATION

Your GD9600 uses optical laser technology. Occasionally
damp or humid conditions may cause condensation to
appear on the lenses inside the unit. Should this occur, the
unit might not operate correctly. Simply eject the disc and
leave the unit turned on for a while until the
moisture evaporates.

LOCATION

The GD9600 is available in a range of mounting
configurations to enable it to be installed in the most
convenient position. GME recommends that the unit should
be mounted in a position that is free from direct sunlight
and excessive vibration.

Note. The GD9600 should not be mounted at angles
greater than 30° above or below the horizontal.

FLUSH MOUNTING - GD9620

The GD9620 can be neatly flush mounted into a panel or
bulkhead so that just the controls and the protective cover
are visible.

Using the template provided, select a suitable location on a
panel or bulkhead. Examine behind the panel to determine
the best method of support. If the thickness of the panel is
not sufficient to support the unit, it will be necessary to use
the strap supplied (see following diagrams).

GD9640 On-Dash Mounted

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GD9640 Overhead Mounted

GD9620 Flush Mounted

Reset Button