SOUNDMAX ELECTRONICS MOTOR User Manual

USER’S MANUAL

MODERN SOUND FOR YOUR CLASSIC

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Version 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME 3 WHAT’S IN THE BOX 4 PRECAUTIONS 5 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 8 WIRING DIAGRAM 11 OPERATING YOUR RADIO BASIC OPERATION 15 TONE CONTROLS 18 SYSTEM SETTINGS 20 USB DEVICE INSTRUCTIONS 25 BLUETOOTH® INSTRUCTIONS 28 SIRIUSXM INSTRUCTIONS 30 SIRIUSXM TROUBLESHOOTING 34 TROUBLESHOOTING 35 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 36 SPECIFICATIONS 39 LIMITED WARRANTY 40 REPLACEMENT PARTS 41 INSTALLATION NOTES 42

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LICENSING

Made for iPod

(Correct function of earlier versions cannot be guaranteed.)

• iPod Touch (5th generation): Ver. 9.3.5

• iPod Touch (4th generation): Ver. 6.1.2

• iPod Touch (3rd generation): Ver. 5.1

• iPod Touch (2nd generation): Ver. 4.2.1

• iPod Nano (6th generation): Ver. 1.1

• iPod Nano (5th generation): Ver. 1.0.2

• iPod Nano (4th generation): Ver. 1.0.4

• iPod Nano (3rd generation): Ver. 1.1.3

• iPod Classic (160 GB) (Late 2009): Ver. 2.0.4

• iPod Classic (120 GB): Ver. 2.0.1

• iPod Classic (80 GB, 160 GB): Ver. 1.1.2

Made for iPhone

(Correct function of earlier versions cannot be guaranteed.)

• iPhone SE: Ver. 10.1.1

• iPhone 6s Plus: Ver. 10.1.1

• iPhone 6s: Ver. 10.1.1

• iPhone 6 Plus: Ver 10.1.1

• iPhone 6: Ver. 10.1.1

• iPhone 5s: Ver. 10.1.1

• iPhone 5: Ver. 10.1.1

• iPhone 4s: Ver. 9.3.5

• iPhone 4: Ver. 7.1.2

• iPhone 3Gs: Ver. 6.1.6

• iPhone 3G: Ver. 4.2.1

For clarity in identifying your model of iPod, please see Apple’s document

“Identifying iPod

models” at http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1353.

“Made for iPod®” and “Made for iPhone®” mean that an electronics accessory has been

designed to connect specically to iPod

or iPhone

respectively, and has been certied by the

developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod

or iPhone® may affect wireless performance. Apple is not responsible for the

operation of the device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

iPod

and iPhone® are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Sirius, XM, SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.

Windows Media

and the windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

The Bluetooth

word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth® SIG, Inc., and any use of such

marks by Retro Manufacturing, LLC are under license. Other trademarks and trade names are

those of their respective owners.

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WELCOME

Thank you for purchasing a RetroSound® SiriusXM-Ready™ radio. Motor 4 has the advanced features you expect from a modern car stereo. The RetroSound® radio consists of two main parts: the radio face and the Motor 4 body.

General Features

• The only SiriusXM-ready™ classic car radio (SiriusXM Connect vehicle tuner and subscription required)

• Made for iPod®/iPhone

• Built-in Bluetooth® for hands-free calling and audio streaming (microphone included)

• Wireless Audio Browsing from your iPhone® or Android device

• Plays MP3, WMA and FLAC les via USB inputs

• Selectable 32,000 color LCD illumination with user presets

• AM/FM tuner with 30 presets and RDS

• Selectable international tuner frequencies

• Built-in MOSFET amplier (25 watts RMS/45 watts peak x 4 channels)

• 3 EQ presets plus user-controlled bass, mid-range, treble, fader, and balance adjustment

• Patented InniMount system for maximum installation exibility

• Available with period-correct knobs and bezel for your vehicle

• Inputs: 2 rear-mounted standard USB ports and auxiliary inputs

• Outputs: 6-channel pre-amp outputs (front, rear, subwoofer)

• Separate power antenna and amplier turn-on lead(s)

• 2 year warranty

The information enclosed in this user’s manual is to be used as a guide to assist you with installation and operation of your radio. This guide does not cover every installation possibility, vehicle, or every aspect of the installation process.

Retro Manufacturing, LLC, RetroSound responsibility for any installation. This manual may be updated from time to time.

Visit our website for the latest updates: www.retromanufacturing.com.

, or its subsidiaries, assume no

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX

The items shown below are packaged with your Motor 4 box.

Main Wiring Harness

(plugs into back of radio)

Metal Mounting Backstrap

and Hardware

Power and Speaker

Wiring Harnesses

(both plug into

Main Wiring Harness)

In niMount Brackets

Motor 4 Radio Body Bluetooth

Bracket Mounting Hardware

Microphone

The items shown below are packaged with your radio face box.

Radio Face

Shafts

Radio Face

Mounting Screws

Shaft Mounting Hardware

Vintage Radio Dial Screen Protectors

(select models only)

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PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE OBSERVE THESE PRECAUTIONS WHEN INSTALLING AND USING THIS UNIT:

This user’s manual does not cover all possible installation scenarios. If you feel you can’t install this unit yourself, take it to a local car audio professional. If you have questions about installing your radio, contact us at tech@retromanufacturing.com or by calling 888.325.1555.

• Do not disassemble or modify the unit or attempt to repair the unit yourself. If the unit needs to be repaired, consult your dealer or Retro Manufacturing, LLC.

• Do not use the unit when it is out of order. If the unit is out of order or is in an abnormal state (has foreign objects in it, is exposed to water, smokes or smells), turn it off immediately and consult your dealer or Retro Manufacturing, LLC.

• Refer fuse replacement to qualied service personnel. When the fuse fails, eliminate the cause and have it

replaced by a qualied service technician with the fuse

prescribed for this unit. Incorrect replacement of the fuse

may lead to smoke, re and damage to the unit.

• If the unit does not turn on, check the connections rst. Then check the fuse in your vehicle’s fuse panel and the fuse at the unit’s wiring harness. Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or excessive heat. Excessive heat will raise the interior temperature of the unit, which may damage it.

• Do not use the unit where it is exposed to moisture or dust. Exposure of the unit to moisture or dust may lead

to smoke, re or other damage to the unit and will void

your warranty. Make sure the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy days. Exposure to moisture will damage the unit and void your warranty.

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PRECAUTIONS

• Refer wiring and installation to qualied service personnel. Installation of this unit requires special skills and experience. Retro Manufacturing, LLC is not liable for any problems resulting from improper installation of the unit. Please be sure to follow the instructions carefully while attempting installation.

• Follow the instructions to wire the unit. Failure to follow the

instructions could cause damage to the unit, re, injury or death.

• Be careful not to damage the leads. Prevent them from being caught in the vehicle chassis or from being damaged by screws or moving parts such as seat rails. Do not scratch, pull, bend or twist the leads. Do not install them near heat sources or place heavy objects on them. If the wiring must be routed around sharp metal edges, protect them by wrapping them with vinyl tape or similar protections.

NOTE: Cutting the main wiring harness, antenna lead, USB or auxiliary cables will void the warranty of your radio.

• We recommend only using the designated parts and tools when installing this unit. If mounting the radio face or body remotely, use extreme caution not to damage internal parts when choosing brackets and screws.

• Do not interfere with safety-related vehicle components.

Do not wire or afx this unit to the fuel tank, brakes,

suspension, steering wheel, pedals, etc. Check for electric wiring, piping and other items before installing the unit.

• Never install the unit in a location where it

interferes with your eld of vision.

• Use the supplied metal backstrap to secure the rear of the unit. Failure to secure the back of the unit will damage the shafts and void your warranty.

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PRECAUTIONS

• Never splice into the power lead to supply other equipment with power.

• After installation and wiring, always check the normal operation of other electrical equipment.

• Make sure that no wires interfere with driving or getting in and out of the vehicle.

• Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short-circuiting or electric shock.

• Do not operate the unit for prolonged periods with the engine off. Prolonged operation with the engine turned off will drain the battery.

• Keep the volume of your radio at a level that allows you to hear outside noises such as emergency sirens and train crossing warnings. Prolonged exposure to high volume levels may also result in hearing loss.

• This unit requires 12 volts to both the red and yellow power leads. The unit will not work without 12 volts to both of these leads.

• Always disconnect the negative (-) battery cable before beginning installation. Verify the battery ground by checking that one wire is connected to the vehicle’s starter mounting bolt or engine block and the other to the vehicle’s chassis using at least 8 gauge wire. Make sure the alternator or generator connections are secure and free from corrosion, rust or dirt.

• This unit is designed for operation with a negative ground 12 volt DC battery system. Do not operate this unit with other battery systems, especially an 18 or 24 volt DC or a positive ground system. If you have a 6 volt system, you need to either convert to 12 volt DC or purchase a separate inverter that would increase the voltage to 12 volts.

NOTE: The inverter needs to be rated at 10 amps or higher in order for the radio to operate properly.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 1: Install the Radio Face

Plug the ribbon cable included with the Motor 4 radio body into the radio face. After plugging in the radio face, attach it to the radio body (if it is not already attached) and tighten with the four radio face mounting screws provided in the radio face box (the screws are very small and are included in the hardware kit included with your Motor 4 box).

The RetroSound® logo on the Motor 4 radio body should be facing upwards. Take care to not install the face to the body upside down.

NOTE: Optionally, the radio face can be mounted remotely up to nine feet away from the Motor 4 radio body using an optional Face to Body Extension Cable (sold separately). In some installation applications, a bracket (not included) can be used to mount the radio face to the radio body at an angle.

Motor 4

Radio Body

Radio Face

Figure 1 - Attach the Radio Face

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 2: Install InfiniMount Brackets

Attach each InniMount

bracket to the correct side of the radio body using the supplied screws (the brackets are marked with a “L” for left and a “R” for right). Before tightening the screws, you need to adjust the brackets up, down, forward or backward (see Figure 2). You may also rotate, cut, or bend the brackets to

achieve the perfect t. Complete the assembly with at least two

screws tightened on each side.*

*In some installations the brackets must be moved far enough forward or backwards or rotated so that only two screws will align with the threaded screw holes

on the radio. Two screws are sufcient to hold the brackets in place.

Figure 2 - Attach InniMount Brackets

NOTE: You may need to cut, trim or bend the brackets to achieve a perfect t. You

can even drill new mounting holes into the bracket if you need to. The InniMount system is designed to be modied. Modifying your brackets will NOT void your warranty.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 3: Mount Shafts to Brackets

To match the the location of your shafts to the proper width of your vehicle’s dash, measure the distance between your existing shaft holes from center to center.

Mount a shaft to each bracket using the supplied shaft nuts

and washers. Finger tighten the shaft nuts to prepare for the nal

installation (see Figure 3). Once you ensure the proper width, snug down the screws and nuts (DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN).

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. OVERTIGHTENING THE SHAFT NUTS WILL DAMAGE THE SHAFTS. DAMAGE FROM OVERTIGHTENING WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.

Finally, plug the shafts into each side of the main unit (see Figure 4).

Shaft Washers

Shaft Nuts

Figure 3 - Mount Shafts to Brackets

Figure 4 - Plug Shafts into the Body

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 4: Complete Wiring Connections

SIRIUSXM INPUT

Figure 5 - Wiring Diagram

NOTE: Cutting the wiring harness, antenna lead or auxiliary cable will void your warranty.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: This unit requires +12 volts to both the red and yellow wires to operate properly.

Locate the three wiring harnesses: main wiring harness, power wiring harness and speaker wiring harness (see “What’s in the Box” on page 4). First connect the main wiring harness to the back of the radio body. Then connect both the power and speaker wiring harnesses to the black female plug of the main wiring harness.

Next, connect the bare wire ends of your power and speaker wires to the appropriate power and speaker locations in your vehicle (see Figure 5). Have your radio installed by a professional if this part

of the install is too difcult, or contact us if you have questions.

Bluetooth® Microphone Your Bluetooth® microphone enables you to place hands-free

phone calls through your radio. The Bluetooth® microphone input is located at the rear of the Motor 3 radio body. To use your Bluetooth® microphone, you will need plug it into the plug at the rear of the radio body and route it to an accessible location such as the A-pillar or the steering column.

Rear Auxiliary (AUX) Inputs Two auxiliary inputs are located at the rear of the radio

body. These auxiliary inputs allow you to listen to any external source with a standard headphone output. An example of an external source would be a MP3 player, iPod® or iPhone®, portable CD player or portable satellite radio receiver.

NOTE:

If the auxiliary cables provided are not long enough, you may use our USB/AUX Extension Cable (sold separately) to extend the reach of one cable. This cable also allows the installation of one USB and auxiliary port into the factory location of the cigarette lighter for a factory look and easy access. A male to male 3.5mm auxiliary cable is required to connect your device to the auxiliary port on your radio.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Rear USB Inputs Two USB connector cables are located at the rear of the radio

body. During installation, you must route the cables to an accessible location.

NOTE:

If the USB cables provided are not long enough, you may use our USB/AUX Extension Cable (sold separately) to extend the reach of one cable. This cable also allows the installation of one USB and auxiliary port into the factory location of the cigarette lighter for a factory look and easy access.

SiriusXM Input The SiriusXM input is located at the rear of the radio body. Instructions

for wiring and installing your SiriusXM Connect vehicle tuner are included with your SiriusXM Connect vehicle tuner box.

STEP 5: Finish the Installation

IF USING A BEZEL, place the bezel on the face of the radio, then install the assembled radio from behind the dash until the bezel and radio

face are ush with the front of the dash and the radio shafts protrude

through the shaft openings in the dash. Using the supplied washers and shaft nuts (see “What’s In the Box” on page 4), secure the radio to the dash.

IF USING A FACEPLATE, slide the radio into the hole from behind the dash, then align the faceplate over the radio shafts from the front. Using the supplied washers and shaft nuts (see “What’s In the Box” on page 4), secure the faceplate to the dash and the radio.

DAMAGE RESULTING FROM OVERTIGHTENING THE SHAFT NUTS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.

Finally, you’ll need to secure the rear of the radio using the supplied backstrap and hardware (see “What’s in the Box” on page 4). The backstrap mounts using the threads in the rear of the radio body and can be bent and adjusted to align with the mounting point of the original factory radio behind the dash. Now you can install your knobs.

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