Roadmaster RMCD100M, VRCD100M User Manual

VRCD100M/RMCD100M

CD Player and AM/FM Stereo Receiver

with Auxilary Input jack

Welcome!

Dear Customer,
CONGRATULATIONS. The VRCD100M/RMCD100M Compact Disc Player
and AM/FM Stereo Receiver with AUX Input Jack, when used as described,
will give you years of dependable service in your car, truck, RV, or mini-van.
We have taken numerous measures in quality control to ensure that your
product arrives in top condition and will perform to your satisfaction. In
the rare event that your VRCD100M/RMCD100M Compact Disc Player and
AM/FM Stereo Receiver with AUX Input Jack contains a damaged or missing
item, does not perform as specified, requires warranty service, or you have
an installation problem, DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.

PLEASE CALL OUR TOLL FREE NUMBER FROM THE U.S.A. AND CANADA
1-800-445-1797 and ask to speak with a member of our technical service

team; or submit your questions by e-mail to [e-mail] and
a member of our technical service team will respond by e-mail to your ques­tions. Our in-house technical service team will expedite delivery of your part,
advise you on installation, or help troubleshoot a problem with you. If your
product needs warranty service, our technical service team representative
will help you obtain the fastest remedy possible under the warranty.

Contents

Precautions ..................................................................................................... 2

Notes on Installation ....................................................................................... 3

Before You Install ............................................................................................ 4

Installation (DIN Front Mount) ......................................................................... 5

Installation (Vehicle’s Brackets) ...................................................................... 6

Wiring Connections ......................................................................................... 7

Location of Controls........................................................................................ 8

Basic Operation .............................................................................................. 9

Radio Operation .............................................................................................10

CD Operation .................................................................................................10

AUX IN, RCA, & Subwoofer Control ..............................................................11

Maintenance ...................................................................................................11

Simple Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................................12

Specications .................................................................................................12

Warranty .........................................................................................................13

Precautions

This unit will only play the following discs.

Type of disc

CD

• Do not attempt to modify the unit.

• Modifying the unit will void the warranty.

• Stop the vehicle before carrying out any
operation that could interfere with your driv­ing.

Label on the disc Recorded material

Care of Discs

• Handle the disc by its edge to keep the disc
clean. Do not touch the disc’s surface.

Size of disc

Audio only

• Do not operate in extremely high or low tem­peratures. The temperature inside the vehicle
should be between 32º F (0º C) and 100º F
(37º C) before turning on your unit.

• Do not use CDs with labels or stickers
attached. The label may leave a sticky resi­due when it begins to peel.

12 cm

• Do not use a CD with paste or ink residue
on it.

• Clean the discs with an optional cleaning
cloth. Wipe each disc from the center out.

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Notes on Installation

• Disconnect negative battery terminal before starting installation. Consult the vehicle’s
owner’s manual for proper instruction.

• The unit is designed for a 12 Volt DC negative ground operation system only. Before
installing the unit, make sure your vehicle is a 12 Volt DC negative ground system.

• Mark the polarity of the existing speaker wires before disconnecting the old unit.

• Be sure to connect the color coded leads according to the diagram. Incorrect connec­tions may cause the unit to malfunction or damage the vehicle's electrical system.

• Make sure all the connections are completely correct before turning on your unit.

• When extending the ignition, memory backup or ground cable, use diameter of 0.75mm
(AWG18) or more automotive grade cable to avoid wire deterioration or damage to the
wire coating.

• To prevent short circuit, never put or leave any metallic object inside the unit. If you
smell or see smoke, turn off the power immediately and consult your dealer.

• Insert the unit until it is firmly locked into mounting sleeve, otherwise it may fall out.

•

Be careful not to drop or shock the unit, it may break or crack because it contains glass

parts.

• The unit is only designed for use with 2 speakers. Do not ground negative speaker
leads to the chassis ground.

• Do not open the top or bottom cover and do not install the unit in a place where it
is exposed to direct sunlight (including faceplate), high heat, humidity, moisture, or
dust.

• The faceplate is a precision piece of equipment that contains sensitive electronic com­ponents. Do not subject it to excessive shock.

• When replacing the fuse(s), the replacement must be of the same amperage as shown
on the fuse holder.

• Do not block vents or heater panels. Blocking them will cause heat to build up inside
and may result in fire.

• After completing the installation and before operating the unit, reconnect the battery.
Then press the (RES) button with a pointed object, such as a ball-point pen to set the
unit to its initial status.

• Do not touch the terminals of the faceplate or of the unit.

• If you have difficulty installing this unit in your vehicle. Please contact your dealer.

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Before You Install

Automotive audio equipment installations can be troublesome at times, even to the most

experienced of installation technicians. If you are not condent working with electrical

wiring, removing and reinstalling interior panels, carpeting, dashboards or other compo­nents of your vehicle, please call our toll-free help line 1-800-445-1797 and our in-house
technical service team will answer your installation questions. Contact the vehicle's

manufacturer for vehicle specic instructions, or consider having the VRCD100M/

RMCD100M professionally installed.

IMPORTANT:

Remove the two transport screws from the top of the unit before installing.

1. Remove the Old Unit from the Dashboard

A. Remove the outer trim frame.

DIN Front Mount

B. Insert the keys supplied with the old unit

into both sides of the unit as shown in
figure below until they click. Pull to re­move the old unit from the dashboard.

DO NOT DISCONNECT WIRES AT THIS TIME!

2. Mark Polarity of the Speaker Wires

Marking the polarity of the
speaker wires will make it easi­er to connect the existing speak­ers to the VRCD100M/RMCD100M.
Consult wiring diagram of existing head
unit before disconnecting any wires. If a
wiring diagram is not available contact
the manufacturer.

1.

While the old unit is playing, discon-

nect the wires from one speaker.

2. Take a length of masking tape and
fold it around the wire so it forms a
flag.

3. On the masking tape mark the polar-

ity of the speaker wires (+ & - ), as
well as left or right, and front or rear.

4. Double check that you marked the
first speaker correctly by checking
that the speaker wires are the same
at the head unit.

5. Repeat this procedure for all of the
speakers.

6. Mark the power, ground, and any
other wires also

.

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