REI ECVR-1500D User Manual

ECVR-1500D AM/FM/WB/CD/DVD/USB/BT Motor Coach Radio User’s Guide

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Table of Contents

1 Introduction 6

Features 6

2 Controls and Indicators 11

2.1 Reset Switch 11

2.2 Rear Inputs 12

3 Cable Connection Points 12

3.1 Rear Driver’s USB Jack 12

3.2 Driver’s AUX Input Jack 12

3.3 P.A. Inputs 1-3 12

3.4 External Amplifier Audio Output 12

3.5 External Audio Input 12

3.6 External IR Input 13

3.7 RS485 Communication 13

3.8 Antenna Input 13

3.9 Type E HDMI Output 13

3.10 Aux 2 Composite Video Input BNC 13

3.11 Composite Video Output BNC 13

3.12 Rear Passenger’s USB Jack 13

3.13 CAN BUS 13

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3.14 Dimmer Trigger 13

3.15 Video Disable 13

3.16 Aux Trigger 13

3.17 MUTE 13

4 Drivers Operation/Functions 14

4.1 Service Menu 14

4.2 Setup Menu 17

4.3 Clock 21

4.4 Power and Mute Function 21

5 Driver’s Section 22

5.1 Driver’s VOL/SEL Selection 22

5.2 Driver’s BASS/TREBLE/BALANCE Selection 22

5.3 RAD button 22

Auto Program/Scan 23

Preset Memory/Recall Operation 23

TUNE/SEEK DOWN 24

TUNE/SEEK UP 24

5.4 Weather Band 24

5.5 SRC Button 25

5.6 USB Playback 25

5.7 AUX Button 26

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5.8 Public Address system (P.A.) 26

5.9 Bluetooth Connection 27

5.10 Using a Bluetooth Device as an Audio Source 27

6 Passenger’s Section 28

6.1 Passenger’s VOL/SEL Selection 28

6.2 SETTING THE TIME 29

Passenger’s RAD button 29

6.3 Preset Memory/Recall Operation 30

6.4 TUNE/SEEK DOWN 30

6.5 TUNE/SEEK UP 30

6.6 Auto Program/Scan 30

6.7 Passenger’s SRC button 31

6.8 USB iPod®/iPhone® Operation 33

6.9 Passenger’s VID button 36

6.10 TRACK UP/TRACK DOWN 36

6.11 STOP 36

6.12 PLAY/PAUSE 37

6.13 DVD OPERATION: 37

6.14 CHAPTER UP/ CHAPTER DOWN 37

6.15 PLAY/PAUSE 37

6.16 STOP 38

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6.17 MENU 38

6.18 SEARCH/BACK 38

6.19 Ejecting the disc 38

6.20 Changing the Splash screen output file 38

6.21 VERIFYING THE APP FIRMWARE OF THE UNIT 39

6.22 Bluetooth Connection 41

6.23 Using a Bluetooth Device as an Audio Source 41

6.24 Front IR input for Remote control 42

7 Remote Control 43

7.1 Remote Control Functionality 44

7.2 Remote Control Setup Display 46

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1 Introduction

This document outlines the full step-by-step process for using the ECVR-1500D. The REI ECVR-1500D is an SAEJ1939-compliant, double din, electronically-tuned radio designed for use with commercial road vehicles.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please call the Service Hot Line: 1-877-726-4617 Toll

Free USA & CANADA.

IF ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION COMPONENTS ARE NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR

REI SALES REP FOR:

** OEM /FACTORY WIRING HARNESS ADAPTERS ** ANTENNAS & ANTENNA ADAPTERS ** SPEAKERS & GRILLS

Radio Engineering Industries, Inc.

6534 “L” Street

Omaha, Nebraska 68117

(800)228-9275

www.radioeng.com

Features:

• All in one Automotive DVD player supports playback of CD, DVD, MPEG, and compressed audio/video files with HD 1080p upscaling via Type-E HDMI connection.

• Locking BNC Composite video Output for non-HD systems

• Drivers Analog Auxiliary audio input & Passengers A/V input

• Independent AM/FM Digital tuners for Driver and Passenger Zones

• Presets for up to 30 Radio Stations (18 FM, 12 AM)

• Passenger subwoofer level and LPF controls

• Built-in Drivers/Passengers audio amplifier with 2V RMS Passengers line output

• Dual Zone USB inputs supports 1.5A Charging

• Apple iPod®, iPhone®, and iPad® compatibility and control from Passengers USB input

• Independent Bluetooth® modules, supports HFP (Drivers only), AVRCP, and A2DP Profiles

• Built in front panel microphone and optional External input

• SAE J1939 CAN Bus interface

• Serial RS-485 Communication with external REI devices

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RADIO DIMENSIONS

RADIO INSTALLATION

ISO INSTALLATION: For installations that do NOT require the use of the DIN collar. The radio has threaded holes in the chassis side panels for ISO mount applications. If necessary, four M5x10mm screws are included with the hardware pack to assist you.

COLLAR INSTALLATION:

RECOMMENDED CUTOUT DIMENSIONS

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Place the DIN collar into the dash opening. Bend the tabs outward as shown on the drawing below to lock into place.

Pass the harnesses and antenna cable through the DIN collar, and connect to the back of the radio. Verify clearance; then gently insert the radio into the DIN Collar until both spring clips are locked into place. A Trim plate is provided to improve the appearance if necessary.

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For installations requiring additional support, install a rear support bracket as shown below:

RADIO REMOVAL

To remove the radio when installed using the DIN collar, remove the Face Plate is installed. Then insert the removal keys in both sides to release the lock clips.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

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2 Controls and Indicators

Radio Control Layout

1. Power/Mute 2. Driver’s Radio 3. Driver’s SRC 4. Driver’s AUX 5. Driver’s Select Knob

6. Disc EJECT 7. Passenger’s Radio 8. Passenger’s SCR 9. Passenger’s VID 10. Passenger’s Select Knob 11. Preset Memory/Recall, Media Control Buttons 12. Tune /Seek Down 13. Tune /Seek Up

14. Media Stop 15. Media Play/Pause 16. Media Menu Button (Display Button) 17. Media Search/Back

18. Reset 19. Bluetooth Microphone (internal) 20. IR input

2.1 Reset Switch

If the Control head is not operating correctly, press the RESET button to restart the operating system. The RESET button must also eject a disc if inserted, or simply cycle eject without a disc inserted.

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2.2 Rear Inputs

Radio Cable Connections

21. Rear Driver’s USB 2.0 (Type A) Input 22. Rear Driver’s AUX1 Input Jacks 23. Microphone inputs

24. Audio Amplifier line output 25. HDMI Switcher/external DVD line input

26. External IR Input 27.RS485 communication port 28. Rear antenna input (Motorola style, 6” pigtail)

29. HDMI Video output (automotive HDMI Type E Receptacle) 30. Aux 2 composite video input

31. Composite Video Output (BNC, 6” pigtail) 32. Rear USB input (2.0 Type A Jack, 6” pigtail)

3 Cable Connection Points

3.1

Rear Driver’s USB Jack

Access to compressed audio files and device charging for the DRIVER’S USB.

3.2 Driver’s AUX Input Jack

Access to the driver’s stereo RCA analog inputs.

3.3 P.A. Inputs 1-3

Public Address Microphone inputs for Passenger announcements.

3.4 External Amplifier Audio Output

Line output for connection to REI amplifier.

3.5 External Audio Input

Input for audio from either the external REI HDMI switcher or separate external REI DVD player.

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3.6 External IR Input

External wireless remote control input for control head, works with front IR.

3.7 RS485 Communication

Input for communication of external REI devices using an RS485 link.

3.8 Antenna Input

Antenna input for both Driver and Passenger tuner modules.

3.9 Type E HDMI Output

Provides 1080P HD video output from the digital Media.

3.10 Aux 2 Composite Video Input BNC

Allows connection for an external composite video source.

3.11 Composite Video Output BNC

Outputs composite video from digital media sources or Aux 2 Input source.

3.12 Rear Passenger’s USB Jack

Access to compressed audio/video files and device charging for the Passenger’s USB.

3.13 CAN BUS

Optional SAEJ1939 CAN bus connections, CAN H/L/GND (Reserved for Future USE)

3.14 Dimmer Trigger

Optional LCD dimmer option, when connected to +12V the LCD display invers to reduce output intensity

3.15 Video Disable

When Connected to Chassis Ground, this input disables the PLAY/STOP/FF/REW/MENU button operation from the front of the unit. The remote must then be used for DVD playback operation

3.16 Aux Trigger

When Connected to Chassis Ground, the unit will default to the passengers AUX 2 input source

3.17 MUTE

When Connected to Chassis Ground, the unit will MUTER the passengers source

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4 Drivers Operation/Functions

4.1

Service Menu

From the Driver’s radio mode, press and hold “1”, “3”, and the VOL/SEL knob in sequence for three second search to access the Service mode menu.

From the Service menu the USA or EURO frequency can be selected, Passengers AUX 1 can be turned on or off, the Passenger’s AUX 2 can be turned on or off, CD HDMI can be turned on or off, select Reset to Default, and the Driver’s and Passenger’s Blue Tooth can be turned on or off.

USA or EURO

Rotate the VOL/SEL knob to select either USA or EURO for frequency steps and time. Press VOL/SEL to apply.

FM (USA) 87.5 – 107.9 MHz

(EUR) 87.50 – 108.00 MHz

AM (USA) 530 – 1,710 kHz

(EUR) 522 – 1,620 kHz

USA (12-hour clock) EURO (24-hour clock)

Passenger’s AUX 1 ON/OFF

Once SERVICE is displayed on the radio screen, rotate the VOL/SEL knob until PASSENGERS AUX 1 ON appears on the radio screen. Push VOL/SEL knob to turn PASSENGERS AUX 1 ON or OFF. Press and rotate the VOL/SEL knob to continue on reviewing the options on the Service menu. A few moments of inactivity will close the menu and return the user to the previous radio setting.

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Passenger’s AUX 2 ON/OFF

Once SERVICE is displayed on the radio screen, rotate the VOL/SEL knob until PASSENGERS AUX 2 ON appears on the radio screen. Push VOL/SEL knob to turn PASSENGERS AUX 2 ON or OFF. Press and rotate the VOL/SEL knob to continue on reviewing the options on the Service menu. A few moments of inactivity will close the menu and return the user to the previous radio setting.

CD HDMI ON/OFF

Once SERVICE is displayed on the radio screen, rotate the VOL/SEL knob until CD HDMI ON appears on the radio screen. Push VOL/SEL knob to turn CD HDMI ON or OFF. Press and rotate the VOL/SEL knob to continue reviewing the options on the Service menu. A few moments of inactivity will close the menu and return the user to the previous radio setting.

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Note: With CD HDMI set to ON, the following will be displayed on the LCD monitors during CD playback:

Reset to Default

Once SERVICE is displayed on the radio screen, rotate the VOL/SEL knob until RESET TO DEFAULT appears on the radio screen. Push VOL/SEL knob to reset the Bluetooth module to its default setting. Press and rotate the VOL/SEL knob to continue on reviewing the options on the Service menu. A few moments of inactivity will close the menu and return the user to the previous radio setting.

Driver’s Bluetooth Phone

Once SERVICE is displayed on the radio screen, rotate the VOL/SEL knob until DRIVERS BT PHONE ON appears on the radio screen. Push VOL/SEL knob to turn DRIVERS BT PHONE ON or OFF. Press and rotate the VOL/SEL knob to continue on reviewing the options on the Service menu. A few moments of inactivity will close the menu and return the user to the previous radio setting.

REI ECVR-1500D User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1 Introduction

2 Controls and Indicators

2.1 Reset Switch

2.2 Rear Inputs

3 Cable Connection Points

Rear Driver’s USB Jack

3.2 Driver’s AUX Input Jack

3.3 P.A. Inputs 1-3

3.4 External Amplifier Audio Output

3.5 External Audio Input

3.6 External IR Input

3.7 RS485 Communication

3.8 Antenna Input

3.9 Type E HDMI Output

3.10 Aux 2 Composite Video Input BNC

3.11 Composite Video Output BNC

3.12 Rear Passenger’s USB Jack

3.13 CAN BUS

3.14 Dimmer Trigger

3.15 Video Disable

3.16 Aux Trigger

3.17 MUTE

4 Drivers Operation/Functions

Service Menu