Roadmaster VR100IA User Manual
VR100IA
iPOD SD
MP3 WMA ID3OGG
USB
AUX In
AM/FM Stereo
IPOD/AUDIO/MP3/WMA/OGG PLAYER
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WATTS*
Welcome
Dear Customer,
CONGRATULATIONS. The VR100IA when used as described, will give you years of
dependable service in your car, truck, RV, or mini-van. We have taken exacting 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 VR100IA is missing an item, contains a damaged part, does
not perform as specied, 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 to
customerservice@vr-3.com and a member of our technical service team will respond by
email 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.
Table Of Contents
Precautions .......................................................................................................3
Memory & iPod Types ......................................................................................4
Before You Install .............................................................................................5
Tools Needed to Install .....................................................................................5
Parts Included ..................................................................................................5
Installation (DIN Front Mount) ..........................................................................6
Installation (Vehicle’s Brackets) ........................................................................7
Wiring Diagram .................................................................................................8
Position of Controls ..........................................................................................9
Description of Control .....................................................................................10
Operation ................................................................................................... 11-12
Remote Control .........................................................................................13-16
Radio Operation ........................................................................................14-15
File Management ....................................................................................... 17-18
iPod Operation ................................................................................................19
Specications .................................................................................................20
Warranty .........................................................................................................21
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PRECAUTIONS
Please read these impor tant precautions BEFORE
attempting to install this unit. Driving a vehicle while
operating this head unit may violate motor vehicle laws,
and may result in serious injury, property damage, or
death!
• Disconnect the vehicle’s 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 system only.
Before installing the unit, make
sure your vehicle is a 12 Volt
DC negative ground system.
•
Mark the polarity of the exist-
ing speaker wires before disconnecting the old head unit.
• Be sure to connect the color coded
leads according to the wiring diagram. Incorrect connections may
damage the unit or cause the unit
to malfunction or cause damage
the vehicle's electrical system.
• Make sure all the connections are
completely correct before final indash installation of your unit.
• When extending the ignition, memory
backup or the ground cable, use 1.02mm
diameter (AWG18) or heavier automo
tive 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
4 speakers and a sub-woofer. Do not
combine speaker output wires for use
with 2 speakers. Do not ground negative
speaker leads to the chassis ground.
• Do not open the top or bottom cover.
Modifying the unit will void the warranty
and may damage the unit or cause
the unit to malfunction or cause damage to the vehicle's electrical system.
• Parking in direct sunlight for several
hours will cause higher temperatures
inside the vehicle. 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. Cool down
the vehicle before operating the unit
• 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 this unit’s vents or heater
panels. Blocking them will cause
excessive heat to build up inside
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the unit and may result in fire.
• After completing the installation and
before operating the unit, reconnect the
battery according to the manufacturer’s
instructions. Turn the unit ON, then
press the reset (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 contact customerservice@
vr-3.com or Call 1-800-445-1797
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Memory Types
The following table contains information on the different types of media used by this unit.
File Type Icon Content Size Playtime
MP3 Varies Audio Varies Depends on size of les
WMA Varies Audio Varies Depends on size of les
OGG Varies Audio Varies Depends on size of le
Memory Type Icon Content Size Playtime
USB Flash Memory Audio up to 2GB Varies
SD Card Audio up to 2GB Varies
MMC Varies Audio up to 2GB Varies
Compatible iPods
Model Software Version
iPod 4G ........................................................................................................................ 3.1.1
iPod 4G Photo/Color .................................................................................................... 1.2.1
iPod 5G ...........................................................................................................................1.3
Classic .......................................................................................................................... 1.1.2
Classic 2G .................................................................................................................... 2.0.1
Mini 1G ......................................................................................................................... 1.4.1
Mini 2G ......................................................................................................................... 1.4.1
Nano 1G ....................................................................................................................... 1.3.1
Nano 2G ....................................................................................................................... 1.1.3
Nano 3G ....................................................................................................................... 1.1.3
Nano 4G ....................................................................................................................... 1.0.3
iPod touch 1G ...............................................................................................................2.2.1
iPod touch 2G ...............................................................................................................2.2.1
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Before You Install
Automotive audio equipment installations can be challenging at times, even to the most
experienced of installation technicians. If you are not condent 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 man-
ufacturer for vehicle specic instructions, or consider having the VR100IA professionally
installed.
Tools Needed to Install
Below are the basic tools needed for most installations. Depending on the vehicle you may
need other tools to complete the installation. Tools Not Included.
Parts Included
Package will include the following parts & accessories for installation and operation the unit.
1 - Faceplate Case
1 - Faceplate
1- Mounting Sleeve
1 - Remote Control
2 - Removal Keys
1 - Metal Mounting Strap
1 - Rubber Cap
1 - Sheet Metal Screw(B5x20)
4 - Screws (M5x6)
1 - Washer
1 - Lock Washer
1 - Hex Nut
1 - Power Wiring Harness
1 - Speaker Wiring Harness
3 - Foam Rubber Inserts for
different iPod models (not
shown)
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Installation
DIN FRONT-MOUNT (Method A)
IMPORTANT!
BEFORE THE FINAL INSTALLATION OF THE HEAD UNIT, CONNECT THE WIRING
TEMPORARILY, MAKING SURE THE UNIT AND THE SYSTEM WORK PROPERLY.
Insert ngers into the groove in the front
of frame to remove it.
Insert the keys supplied with the old unit
into the grooves on both sides of the old
unit. The unit can be installed or removed
from the dashboard using these keys.
(Fig. 1)
Fig. 1
After inserting the Mounting Sleeve
into the dashboard, select tabs on
top, bottom, and sides, then bend
them to secure the mounting sleeve
in the dash board.(Fig. 2)
Fig. 2
Follow the diagram in Fig. 3
for installing the rear mounting strap to the head unit.
The rear mounting strap will
help keep the head unit from
moving around inside the
dashboard.
1. Dashboard
2. Nut (5mm)
3. Spring washer
4. Screw (5 x 25mm)
5. Screw
6. Strap
7. Plain washer
Fig. 3
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Installation
DIN REAR-MOUNT (Method B)
Installation using the screw holes on both sides of the unit.
Note: The mounting sleeve, outer trim ring, and the mounting strap are not used
for this method of installation.
1. Screw holes on the side of the unit.
2. Screws. Use either truss screws (5 x 8mm) or ush surface screws (4 x 8mm),
depending on the shape of the screw holes in the bracket.
3. Vehicle’s Factory Mounting Bracket
4. Dashboard or Console
5. Hook (Remove this part)
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