Jensen BT1613 User Manual

Wiring Diagram

IMPORTANT: Incorrect wiring connections can damage the unit. Follow the wiring instructions carefully, or have the installation handled by an experienced technician.

Need Help? For technical assistance, call the Jensen customer support line at 1-800-323-4815.

Antenna

What’s in the Box

BT1613 Head Unit

• Cosmetic Trim Ring

• Wiring Harness Power/Speaker

• Mounting Hardware

• Remote Control

• jLink iPod Cable

•

3.5mm Media Cable

• Owners Manual

• Installation Guide

•

Tools and Supplies

You will need these tools and supplies to install your BT1613:

Torx type, ﬂ at-head and Philips screwdrivers

• Wire cutters and strippers

• Tools to remove existing radio (screwdriver,

• socket wrench set or other tools) Electrical tape

• Crimping tool

• Volt meter/test light

• Crimp connections

• 18 gauge wire for power connections

• 16 – 18 gauge speaker wire

•

15 Amp Fuse

NOTE: When replacing a fuse, make sure the new fuse is the correct type and amperage. Using an incorrect fuse could damage the radio. This head unit uses one 15 amp fuse located below the wiring connector (15 amp fast blow ATO).

Grey

RCA Outputs to Ampliﬁ er

15A

Dark Blue

Black

Yellow

Subwoofer Output

iPod/jLink connector Use this 8-pin DIN socket to connect your jLink iPod cable.

Power Antenna (dark blue wire) Connect to the power antenna or an ampliﬁ er. If not used, tape the bare end of wire.

Ground (black wire) Connect to the ground terminal or a clean, unpainted part of the chassis.

Memory/Battery (yellow wire) Connect to the battery or to a 12 volt power source that is always live. The radio will not work if this wire is not connected.

WARNING! Never install this unit where operation and viewing could interfere with safe driving conditions.

SERIES

Left Front Speaker

White/Black (-)

White (+)

Left Rear Speaker

Green/Black (-)

Green (+)

Red

Grey/Black (-)

Grey (+)

Violet/Black (-)

Violet (+)

Accessory/Ignition (red wire)

Connect to the existing radio wire or radio fuse.

Right Front Speaker

Right Rear Speaker

iPod

jLink iPod Cable

BT1613

Installation Guide

BT1613

PS/AS

Speaker Requirements

Mounting Sleeve Installation

Step 1

Only connect speakers rated with a load impedance of 4 ohms. Speakers with a load impedance of less than 4 ohms could damage the unit.

Preparation

This unit is designed for installation in cars, trucks and vans with an existing radio opening. In many cases, a special installation kit will be required to mount the radio to the dashboard. These kits are available at electronics supply stores and car stereo specialty shops. Always check the kit application before purchasing to make sure the kit works with your vehicle. If you need a kit but cannot locate one, call our customer support line at 1-800-323-

4815. (U.S.A. and Canada only.) To prevent a short circuit, be sure to turn off the ignition and

remove the negative (-) battery cable prior to installation.

NOTE: If this unit is to be installed in a car equipped with an on-board drive or navigation computer, do not disconnect the battery cable. If the cable is disconnected, the computer memory may be lost. Under these conditions, use extra caution during installation to avoid causing a short circuit.

Remove transport screws.

ISO-DIN Installation

This unit has threaded holes in the chassis side panels which may be used with the original factory mounting brackets of some vehicles to mount the radio to the dashboard. Please consult with your local car stereo shop for assistance on this type of installation.

Remove the existing factory radio from the dashboard or

center console mounting. Save all hardware and brackets as they will be used to mount the new radio.

Carefully unsnap the plastic frame from the front of the

new radio chassis. Remove and discard the frame.

Remove the factory mounting brackets and hardware from

the existing radio and attach them to the new radio.

CAUTION: Do not exceed M5 X 9MM screw size. Longer screws may damage components inside the chassis.

Wire the new radio to the vehicle as outlined in the Mounting

Sleeve Installation instructions.

Mount the new radio assembly to the dashboard or center console

using the reverse procedure in step 1.

CAUTION! Be careful not to damage the car wiring.

Push the REL button and remove the detachable front panel

from the chassis.

Remove the trim ring by lifting in the center and pulling it off

from either side.

Remove the mounting sleeve.

Install the mounting sleeve in the dashboard.

Place the radio in front of the dashboard opening so the

wiring can be brought through the mounting sleeve.

Follow the wiring diagram carefully and make certain all

After completing the wiring connections, attach the front panel

Carefully slide the radio into the half-sleeve, making sure it is

Attach one end of the perforated support strap (supplied) to

Re-attach the decorative trim ring.

Insert the removal keys straight back until they lock. If

removal keys are inserted at an angle, they will not lock properly to release the unit. Slide the mounting sleeve off the chassis.

Check the dashboard opening size by sliding the mounting

sleeve into it. If the opening is not large enough, carefully cut or ﬁ le as necessary until the sleeve easily slides into the opening. Do not force the sleeve into the opening or cause it to bend or bow. Locate the series of bend tabs along the top, bottom and

sides of the mounting sleeve. With the sleeve fully inserted into the dashboard opening, bend as many of the tabs outward as necessary to ﬁ rmly secure the sleeve to the dashboard.

connections are secure and insulated with crimp connectors or electrical tape to ensure proper operation.

WARNING! Only connect the unit to a 12-volt power supply with proper grounding.

and turn the unit on to conﬁ rm operation (vehicle ignition switch must be on). If the unit does not operate, recheck all wiring until the problem is corrected. Once proper operation is achieved, turn the ignition switch off and proceed with ﬁ nal mounting of the chassis.

right-side-up until it is fully seated and the spring clips lock it into place.

the screw stud on the rear of the chassis using the hex nut provided. Fasten the other end of the perforated strap to a secure part of the dashboard, either above or below the radio, using the screw and hex nut provided. Bend the strap, as necessary, to position it.

CAUTION: The rear of the radio must be supported with the strap to prevent damage to the dashboard from the weight of the radio or improper operation due to vibration.

Step 3

Removal Key

Step 4b

TAB

DASHBOARD

Steps 8-9

Re-attach the front panel to the chassis and test radio operation by referring to the operating instructions

for the unit.

NOTE: For proper operation of the CD/MP3 player, the chassis must be mounted within 20° of horizontal. Make sure the unit is mounted within this limitation.

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