Expand Your Factory Radio
Harness Connection
Port 1
Port 2
Dip Switches
(See Manual)
USB
add
iPod
GM
®
Owner’s Manual
Media Gateway
PXAMG
PGHGM1
iSimple®
A Division of AAMP of America™
13190 56th Court Clearwater, FL 33760
Ph. 866-788-4237
support@isimplesolutions.com
©2011 AAMP of Florida, Inc.
www.isimplesolutions.com
08-22-11
Table of Contents
Pages
1. Introduction 2
2. Precautions 2
3. Compatibility 3
4. Dipswitch Settings 3
5. Installation 4-5
Non-Navigation Radios
6. iPod
7. HD Radio
8. Sirius Operation
Selecting AUX Input
9.
10.
Operation 5-6
Operation (if equipped) 7
(if equipped) 8
Selecting Factory Satellite
(if equipped)
8
9
Navigation Radios
11. iPod
12. HD Radio
13. Sirius Operation
14. Selecting Aux Input
Operation 9-10
Operation (if equipped) 10 -11
(if equipped) 11-12
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15. Selecting Factory Satellite 12
(if equipped)
16. Troubleshooting 13
17. Warranty Info
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Harness Connection
Port 1
Port 2
Dip Switches
(See Manual)
USB
Media Gateway & Optional Add-ons
Factory Radio
Not Included
*The Media Gateway
will only support 2
inputs.
Media Gateway Harness
Part #: PGHGM1
Media Gateway
Part #: PXAMG
OR
HD Radio
OR
OR
Satellite Radio
ISBT21
iPod Input
OR
OR
AUX Input
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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the iSimple® Media Gateway. The Media Gateway is
designed to provide endless hours of listening pleasure from your factory radio.
To ensure that your iPod performs correctly with your radio, we recommend that
you read this entire manual before attempting installation of the Media Gateway.
The Media Gateway allows connectivity for iPod , Sirius Satellite Radio tuner
(SCC1 sold seperately) and the HD Radio tuner (HDRT sold separately),
enabling full control of these devices from the factory installed radio.
It also retains original system features such as satellite radio and rear seat
entertainment (if equipped).
2. Precautions
UPDATING iPod FIRMWARE
Updating the rmware prior to installation or future rmware updates for your iPod
may affect the features and functions described in this manual.
PREVENTING DAMAGE TO YOUR VEHICLE OR IPOD.
Some installations require you to make wiring connections. To eliminate the risk
of an electrical short, we recommend disconnecting the vehicle’s battery prior to
installation. If you do not feel comfortable making these connections, we suggest
you seek professional installation. We recommend that the iPod be disconnected
from the interface when the vehicle is not in use.
PROPER MOUNTING LOCATION
Securely install the interface in a location free from; heat, humidity, moving parts,
sharp metal edges or direct sunlight. We recommend securing the interface to a
suitable location using; double sided tape, VelcroTM or zip-ties.
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3. Compatibility
Your vehicle MUST either be equipped with, or have the ability to support
Satellite Radio. Please visit www.isimplesolutions.com for the most up to date
application information and to verify your vehicle’s compatibility.
4. Dipswitch Settings
ALL VEHICLES
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5. Installation
1. When making electrical connections it is always recommended that the vehicle’s
battery be disconnected from the electrical system before performing the
installation.
Please Note: If the radio is equipped with a built in CD
Changer, please remove ALL discs before proceeding to
prevent damage to the radio’s CD mechanism.
2. Carefully remove the trim panels covering the 7mm bolts that secure the radio into
the dash cavity. Remove these bolts, and carefully pull the radio from the dash of
the vehicle. This will provide access to the factory radio connectors where you will
connect the Media GateWay harness.
3. Disconnect the factory 16-Pin harness and 14-Pin harness from the back of the
radio. Disconnect the antenna from the radio.
4. Connect the 8-Pin iPod docking cable into the rst port on the Media GateWay
(farthest away from dipswitches). Carefully run the 11 foot iPod cable behind the
dash to the location where the iPod will be mounted or stored (for example the
glove box or center console). This location will vary based on the vehicle, and the
customer’s prefrence. When running this cable through the dash be sure to secure
it away from moving parts or sharp metal edges that may damage the cable.
5. Connect the 8-Pin auxiliary input cable to the second port (closest to the
dipswitches) on the Media GateWay if an additional auxiliary input is desired.
6. If connecting the HD Radio Tuner (HDRT sold separartely), make the folllowing
connections before connecting the PXAMG to the vehichle. Plug the 3 foot HD
Radio Cable (8-Pin mini-din to 8-Pin mini-din) cable into the second port (closest to
the dipswitches) on the Media GateWay. Connect the other end of this cable into
the HD Radio tuner. Connect the factory antenna cable into the antenna
connection on the HD Radio tuner (HDRT).
7. If connecting the Satellite Radio tuner (SCC1 sold separartely), make the folllowing
connections before connecting the PXAMG to the vehicle. Plug the black end
of the 3 foot ISSR11 (8-Pin mini-din to 8-Pin mini-din; sold seperately) into the
second port (closest to the dipswitches) on the Media GateWay. If you are installing
the Satellite Radio Tuner with the HDRT, connect the ISSR11 cable to the port
farthest from the dipswitches. Connect the gray end of this cable into the Satellite
Radio tuner.
8. If connecting the ISBT21 (sold separartely), make the folllowing
connections before connecting the PXAMG to the vehichle. Plug the 3 foot
ISBT21 Cable (8-Pin mini-din to 8-Pin mini-din) cable into the rst port (farthest
from the dipswitches) on the Media GateWay. Connect the other end of this cable
into the ISBT21. Connect the microphone cable into the 3.5 mm
connection on the ISBT21.
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9. Plug in the male connectors on the PGHGM1 harness into the 16-pin port and
14-pin port on the back of the radio. Next, connect the factory 16-pin and 14-pin
harness into the female connectors on the PGHGM1 harness. Be sure to make a
rm connection but do not force it. Plug the Black micro-t 24-pin connector on the
PGHGM1 harness into the PXAMG Media GateWay box.
10. To complete the installation secure the Media GateWay (PXAMG) and HD Radio
tuner (HDRT) or Satellite Radio tuner (SCC1) into the cavity in the dash behind
the radio. Be sure that the cables and interface modules are not near moving
parts or sharp metal edges as they may damage the cables. To prevent rattling
noises inside the dash, use zip ties, tape, or other fasteners to mount the
interfaces securely.
11. With all connections made, reconnect the vehicle’s battery, insert the key into the
ignition, and turn the vehicle on. Check for proper operation of the Media GateWay
and HD Radio tuner before reinstalling the factory dash panels.
12. Note: The rst time you access the GateWay, your radio may display “DEV INIT”
while the device is initializing. If this is displayed, please wait one minute then
cycle the ignition off and on. Then access SAT mode again to begin normal
GateWay operation.
Non-Navigation Radios
6. iPod Operation
Entering Mode Select Menu
Press the “BAND” button a few times until XM is displayed on the screen.
Immediately turn the rotary TUNE KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll
through
to select the displayed mode.
available sources. Once “IPOD” is displayed, press the “FWD>>” butto
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PLEASE NOTE: When entering the Mode Select menu for the rst
time the radio will display “Busy” until the TUNE KNOB is turned.
Next Track
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB clockwise one notch to advance to the next track.
Previous Track
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB counter-clockwise one notch to move back to the previous
track.
Fast Forward
Press “►I SEEK” to fast forward the song that is playing. Press “►I SEEK”
again to resume play.
Rewind
Press “I◄ SEEK” to rewind the song that is playing. Press “I◄ SEEK” again to
resume play.
Entering Browse Menu / Select
Press the “
the browse menu.
FWD>>
” button to enter the browse menu or to make a selection while in
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Menu UP
Press the “<<REV” button to move back one step in the browse menu.
Exit Browse menu
After 10 seconds on inactivity, the browse menu will exit automatically.
Steering Wheel Controls
Press the “▲” button to advance to the next track.
Press the “▼” button to return to the previous track.
Press the “►I” button to enter into the browse menu and to make a selection while in
the browse menu..
Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons while in the browse menu to scroll through the menus.
Browse by Artist
Please Note: Ipods with large amounts of music on them require time to
synchronize with the Media GateWay. While this process is taking place
neither the Browse Menu or Mode Select Menu will be available. This
process takes place every time you enter the iPod mode and can last up
to one minute.
Press “
FWD>>
” to enter the browse menu.
”PL:LIST” will appear on your display.
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB until
“AR:ARTIST” is displayed.
Press “
FWD>>
The list of Artists on your Pod will be displayed one at a time in alphabetical
order. “AR” will be displayed in front of the artist’s name to indicate that you are
searching
for an artist.
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB to cycle through the artists.
When the desired artist is displayed on the radio,
Press the “
The Albums from the selected Artist will be displayed one at a time in
alphabetical order. “AL” will be displayed in front of the name of the album to
indicate you are searching for an album.
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB to cycle through the albums.
Once the desired album is displayed,
Press the “
The rst song in the album will be displayed. “TR” will be displayed in front of the
song title to indicate that a “track” or song title is being displayed.
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB to cycle through the songs in the selected
album.
Songs are listed in the order in which they appear in the album, not alphabetically
Once the radio displays the name of the desired song
Press the “
The display will automatically update to display and scroll the title of the
chosen song.
” to select browse by Artist.
FWD>>
” button to select the artist and display the albums by that artist.
FWD>>
FWD>>
” button to select the desired Album.
” button to select and play the desired song.
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7. HD Radio Operation
Entering Mode Select Menu
Press the “BAND” button a few times until XM is displayed on the screen.
Immediately turn the rotary TUNE KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll
through
butto
Tune Up
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB clockwise to manually tune up.
Seek Up
Press the “►I SEEK” button to seek up to next available station.
Tune Down
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB counter-clockwise to manually tune down.
Seek Down
Press the “I◄SEEK” button to seek down to next available station.
Changing Bands
Press the “CAT” button until AM or FM is displayed on the screen. Press one of the
two buttons under the text to select the desired band.
Store Presets
Tune to the desired station. Press the “
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB to select the preset location (1-18) where you wish to
store the preset. Once the preset location is displayed (for example PRE1) press
“I◄SEEK” to store the preset into memory. The screen will display “PR SAVED” and
your preset has been stored into memory.
available sources. Once “HD RADIO” is displayed, press the “FWD>>”
n to select the displayed mode.
FWD>>
” button to enter the preset menu.
Recall Presets
Press the “
scroll through the stored preset stations. When the desired preset is displayed, press
the “►I SEEK” button to select it.
Exit menus
Press the “<<REV” button to exit the preset menu and continue playing the current
station. “EXIT” will be displayed when button is pressed. You can also wait the allotted
10 seconds and the menu will exit automatically.
Changing Display:
Press the “i” button to display artist and track information if the current HD Radio
station is transmitting that information.
FWD>>
” button to enter the preset menu. Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB to
Steering Wheel Controls
Press the “▲” button to cycle up through presets.
Press the “▼” button to cycle down through presets.
Press the “►I” button to seek up to the next available station.
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8. Sirius Satellite Radio Operation
Entering Mode Select Menu
Press the “BAND” button a few times until XM is displayed on the screen.
Immediately turn the rotary TUNE KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll
through
butto
Channel Up
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB clockwise to move up through the channels
Channel Down
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB counter-clockwise to move down through the channels
Category Selection
Press the “CAT” button then press the button that corresponds with the Category you
wish to select.
Store Presets
Press and hold the preset button on which you want to store the channel.
Please Note: If you are using the Media GateWay to add Sirius but
still have factory XM installed, it is important to keep the presets in
seperate banks.
Recall Presets
Press the preset button that corresponds with the channel you want to recall.
Changing Display:
Press the “i” button to display artist and track information
available sources. Once “SIRIUS” is displayed, press the “FWD>>”
n to select the displayed mode.
Steering Wheel Controls
Press the “▲” button to cycle up through the categories.
Press the “▼” button to cycle down through the categories.
Press the “►I” button to move up through the channels.
9. Selecting AUX Input
Entering Mode Select Menu
Press the “BAND” button a few times until “XM” is displayed on the screen.
Immediately turn the rotary TUNE KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll
through
“FWD>>” butto
available sources. Once “AUX 1” or “AUX 2” is displayed, press the
n to select the displayed mode.
10. Selecting Factory Installed Sat
(if equipped)
Entering Mode Select Menu
Press the “BAND” button a few times until “XM” is displayed on the screen.
Immediately turn the rotary TUNE KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll
through
select the displayed mode.
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available sources. Once “SAT” is displayed, press the “FWD>>” butto
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Factory Sat Operation
Refer to the owners’ manual that came with your vehicle.
Navigation Radios
11. iPod Operation
Entering Mode Select Menu
Press the “XM” icon on the navigation screen. Immediately turn the rotary TUNE
KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll through available sources. Once
“IPOD” is displayed, press the “►” icon on the screen to select the displayed
mode.
PLEASE NOTE: When entering the Mode Select menu for the rst
time the radio will display “Busy” until the TUNE KNOB is turned.
Next Track
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB clockwise one notch to advance to the next track.
Previous Track
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB counter-clockwise one notch to move back to the previous
track.
Fast Forward
Press “
►I SEEK
resume play.
Rewind
Press “I◄ SEEK” to rewind the song that is playing. Press “I◄ SEEK” again to
resume play.
” to fast forward the song that is playing. Press
“►I SEEK” again to
Entering the Browse Menu / Select
Press the “►” icon on the screen to enter the browse menu or to make a selection
while in the browse menu.
Menu Up
Press the “◄” icon on the screen to move back one step in the browse menu
Steering Wheel Controls
Press the “▲” button to advance to the next track.
Press the “▼” button to return to the previous track.
Press the “►I” button to enter the browse menu or to make a selection while in the
browse menu
Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons while in the browse menu to scroll through the menus.
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Browse by Artist
Please Note: Ipods with large amounts of music on them require time to
synchronize with the Media GateWay. While this process is taking place
neither the Browse Menu or Mode Select Menu will be available. This
process takes place every time you enter the iPod mode and can last up
to one minute.
Press “►” on the screen to enter the browse menu.
”PL:LIST” will appear on your display.
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB until AR: ARTIST is displayed.
Press “►” to select browse by Artist.
The list of Artists on your iPod will be displayed one at a time in alphabetical order.
“AR” will be displayed in front of the artist’s name to indicate that you are searching for
an artist.
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB to cycle through the artists.
When the desired artist is displayed on the radio,
Press “►” to select the artist and display the albums
by that artist.
The Albums from the selected Artist will be displayed one at a time in
alphabetical order. “AL” will be displayed in front of the name of the album to indicate
you are searching for an album.
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB to cycle through the albums.
Once the desired album is displayed,
Press “►” to select the desired Album.
The rst song in the album will be displayed. “TR” will be displayed in front of the song
title to indicate that a “track” or song title is being displayed.
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB to cycle through the songs in the selected album.
Songs are listed in the order in which they appear in the album, not alphabetically.
Once the radio displays the name of the desired song,
Press “►” to select and play the desired song.
The display will automatically change to display and scroll the title of the chosen song.
12. HD Radio Operation
Entering Mode Select Menu
Press the “XM” icon on the navigation screen. Immediately turn the rotary TUNE
KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll through available sources. Once “HD
RADIO” is displayed, press the “►” icon on the screen to select the displayed
mode.
Tune Up
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB clockwise to manually tune up.
Seek Up
Press the ►I SEEK button to advance to seek to next station.
Tune Down
Turn the rotary knob counter-clockwise to manually tune down.
Seek Down
Press the I◄ SEEK button to seek down to the next station.
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Changing Bands
Press and hold the “I◄ SEEK” button until a beep is heard.
Store Presets
Tune to the desired station. Press the “►” icon on the screen to enter the Preset
menu. Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB to select the preset location (1-18) where you
wish to store the preset. Once the preset location is displayed (for example PRE1)
press “I◄ SEEK” to store the preset into memory. The screen will display “PR
SAVED” and your preset has been stored into memory.
Recall Presets
Press the “►” icon on the screen to enter the Preset menu. Turn the rotary TUNE
KNOB until the desired station is displayed. Press the “►I” button to recall the preset.
Exit menus
Press the “◄” icon to exit the preset menu and continue playing the current
station. “EXIT” will be displayed when button is pressed. You can also wait the
allotted 10 seconds and the menu will exit automatically.
Steering Wheel Controls
Press the “▲” button to advance to cycle up through presets.
Press the “▼” button to return to cycle down through presets.
Press the “►I” button to seek up to the next available station.
13. Sirius Satellite Radio Operation
Entering Mode Select Menu
Press the “XM” icon on the navigation screen. Immediately turn the rotary TUNE
KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll through
“SIRIUS” is displayed, press the “
mode.
►” icon on the screen to select the displayed
available sources. Once
Channel Up
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB clockwise to move up through the channels.
Channel Down
Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB counter-clockwise to move down through the channels.
Category Selection
Press the “Browse” icon then press the icon that corresponds with the Category you
wish to select.
Store Presets
Press and hold the preset button on which you want to store the channel.
Please Note: If you are using the Media GateWay to add Sirius but
still have factory XM installed, it is important to keep the presets in
seperate banks.
Recall Presets
Press the preset button that corresponds with the channel you want to recall.
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Changing Display:
Press the “i” button to display artist and track information
Steering Wheel Controls
Press the “▲” button to cycle up through the categories.
Press the “▼” button to cycle down through the categories.
Press the “►I” button to move up to through the channels.
14. Selecting AUX Input
Entering Mode Select Menu
Press the “XM” icon on the navigation screen. Immediately turn the rotary TUNE
KNOB to scroll through available sources. Once “AUX 1” or “AUX 2” is displayed,
press the “►” icon on the screen to select the displayed mode.
15. Selecting Factory Installed Sat
(if equipped)
Entering Mode Select Menu
Press the “XM” icon on the navigation screen. Immediately turn the rotary TUNE
KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll through available sources. Once
“SAT” is displayed, press the “►” icon on the screen to select the displayed
mode.
Factory Sat Operation
Refer to the owners’ manual that came with your vehicle.
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16. Troubleshooting
Symptom Cause Remedy
Radio shows iPod
not connected
iPod cable is not
connected to iPod or
Gateway.
Verify the docking cable is connected
to the Media Gateway, and the iPod
I can not correctly
control the iPod
through the radio.
I have updated my
iPod’s rmware
and still have
control issues
I don’t see iPod
artist or song
information on the
screen
I can’t use my
iPod’s click wheel
to select music
The Media
Gateway does
not recognize the
HD Radio tuner
(HDRT)
Radio shows “DEV
INIT”
When I listen to
the factory AM or
FM radio there
is only static, no
audio.
No AM or FM
reception using the
HD Radio source
The iPod rmware
may be out of date.
Sometimes the
iPods needs to be
reset
The radio is
displaying a different
text eld
The iPod is in
external control
mode. This allows
text to be displayed
on the radio screen
The HD tuner
was not properly
connected when
the PXAMG was
rst connected and
initialized.
Gateway device is
initializing
Factory antenna
cable is connected
to the HD Radio
tuner.
Factory antenna
cable is not
connected to the HD
Radio tuner (HDRT)
Update iPod rmware for free at http://
www.apple.com/ipod/download
Press and hold the click wheel (center
button) and the menu button for 10
seconds. This will reboot the iPod.
YOU WILL NOT LOSE MUSIC on the
iPod by doing this reset
Press the Text / Scan button to see
text
Press the Aux / Sat button and select
AUX 2 source to control the iPod
manually using the click wheel
HDRT must be connected before the
PXAMG is powered on. Disconnect
the PXAMG from the vehicles harness
for 5 minutes. Verify the 8 pin DIN
HDRT cable is securely connected
at both ends before reconnecting the
vehicle harness.
This only occurs the rst time the
PXAMG is powered on. Wait a few
minutes, cycle ignition off and on then
enter SAT Mode.
Use Gateway to access HD Radio
source. This will provide all AM and
FM reception for your vehicle.
Remove from factory radio, connect
into HDRT module. Note* some
vehicles need to use the supplied
antenna adaptor to make this
connection.
HD Radio station
quality uctuates
or is lost randomly
The HD Tuner is
temporarily losing
reception of the
Digital HD Radio
broadcast signal
This is expected performance. The
Digital HD Radio playback will resume
in areas of higher broadcast signal
strength.
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17. Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty
The quality controls used in the manufacture of this product will ensure your
satisfaction. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product from an authorized iSimple® dealer. This warranty covers any supplied or
manufactured parts of this product that, upon inspection by iSimple® authorized personnel, is found to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or workmanship. This warranty does not apply to installation expenses.
Attempting to service or modify this unit, operating this unit under conditions
other than the recommended voltage will render this WARRANTY VOID.
Unless otherwise prescribed by law, iSimple® shall not be liable for any
personal injury, property damage and or any incidental or consequential
damages of any kind (including water damage) resulting from malfunctions, defects, misuse, improper installation or alteration of this product. All
parts of this iSimple® product are guaranteed for a period of 1 year as follows:
Within the rst 12 months from date of purchase, subject to the conditions
above, iSimple® will repair or replace the product at their discretion, if it is defective in material or workmanship providing it is returned to an Authorized iSimple®
dealer, with PROOF OF PURCHASE from an authorized iSimple
Warning:
This equipment may be reset by unintentional electrostatic discharge during
operation. Exposure to direct sunlight or extreme heat may cause damage or
malfunction.
FCC Class B Radio Frequency
Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 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:
1. Re-orientate or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that of which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / television technical
for help.
Notice : The changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
®
dealer.
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