SOUNDMAX ELECTRONICS MOTOR4 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 LONG BEACH
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 (4th generation): Ver. 5.1.1
• 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 4s: Ver. 5.1.1
• iPhone 4: Ver. 5.1.1
• iPhone 3Gs: Ver. 5.1.1
• 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 specically to iPod
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
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.
All rights reserved.
Windows Media
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
The Bluetooth
marks by Retro Manufacturing, LLC are under license. Other trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
®
or iPhone® may affect wireless performance. Apple is not responsible for the
®
and the windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft
®
word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth® SIG, Inc., and any use of such
®
or iPhone® respectively, and has been certied by the
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WELCOME
Thank you for purchasing a RetroSound® Long Beach radio.
Long Beach combines classic styling with the advanced features
you expect from a modern car stereo. Long Beach consists of two
main parts: the Long Beach radio face and the Motor 4 body.
General Features
• The only SiriusXM-ready™ classic car radio
(SiriusXM Connect vehicle tuner and subscription required)
• The only classic car radio compatible with iPod® and iPhone
• Built-in Bluetooth® for hands-free calling and audio streaming (microphone included)
• Plays MP3 and WMA 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 amplier (25 watts RMS/45 watts peak x 4 channels)
• 3 EQ presets plus user-controlled bass, mid-range,
treble, fader, and balance adjustment
• Patented InniMount 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 amplier turn-on lead(s)
• 2 year parts and labor 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
®
Microphone
Hardware Kit
The items shown below are packaged with your Long Beach face box.
Long Beach Radio Face
Shafts
Bracket, Shaft and Face
Mounting Hardware
Vintage Radio Dial
Screen Protectors
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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 qualied service personnel.
When the fuse fails, eliminate the cause and have it
replaced by a qualied 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 qualied 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 afx 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 Long Beach Face
Plug the ribbon cable included with the Motor 4 radio body
into the Long Beach 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 Long Beach 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
Long Beach
Radio Face
Figure 1 - Attach the Long Beach Radio Face
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FCC Statemen
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 2: Install InfiniMount Brackets
Attach each InniMount 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 sufcient to hold the brackets in place.
R
Figure 2 - Attach InniMount 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 InniMount
system is designed to be modied. Modifying your brackets will NOT void your warranty.
FCC Statemen
FCC Compliance Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subje cted to the following two conditions:
(1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modificati ons not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
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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 difcult, 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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