VDO CD 139 User Manual

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1. Detachable front release button

2. Volume rotary/MP3 character selection
button

3. Power ON/OFF button

4. Display button

5. CD slot

6. LCD display

7. AST/P.SCAN/MODE button

8. LOUD/BAND/ENTER button

9. CD eject button

10. TUNE/TRACK up/forward button

11. TUNE/TRACK down/backward button

12. SOURCE/Illumination button

13. AF button

14. TA button

15. PTY button

16. Radio preset 6/MP3 10 steps advance
button

17. Radio preset 5/MP3 10 steps reverse
button

18. Radio preset 4/CD SHUFFLE button

19. Radio preset 3/CD REPEAT button

20. Radio preset 2/CD SCAN button

21. Radio preset 1/CD PAUSE button

22. SEL (to set Vol., Bass, Treble, Balance &
Fader)/MP3 O.K button

23. SOUND button (to select Flat, Classics,
Pop, Rock & DSP OFF)

24. Mute button

25. Blinking LED

26. Reset button

27. Detachable unit connector

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(B)

* For CD 139 model only

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For this accessory,
contact your dealer

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Thank you for purchasing this VDO product
which has been designed and manufactured
to the highest standards and subjected to
rigorous testing.

Kindly familiarise yourself with the product
by reading this user manual. Keep this
manual handy in your car for future
reference.

This manual covers the following models:
CD 139 MP3

The unit may not operate correctly in
extremely hot or cold temperatures.
The unit is equipped with a built in
self-protection circuit. When the
temperature reaches factory preset level,
the protection circuit halts all unit operation.
If this happen, let the unit settles to the car
ambient temperature before it get back to
normal operation.

BEFORE YOU START...

This device has been designed and
produced according to applicable Safety
Regulations. Please read carefully the
instruction manual and use the device as
intended.

IMPORTANT

Connection ................................................4

Hints for correct and safe operation..........5

Installation .................................................5

How to remove and install the front panel

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Security identification number ..................6

General operation......................................7

Radio operation .........................................7

RDS operation ...........................................8

Advanced RDS settings ............................9

CD operation .............................................9

MP3 operation .........................................10

Maintenance ............................................12

Specification............................................13

Trouble shooting......................................14

CONTENTS

This unit is designed to be operated only
+12 volt DC negative ground systems.
The unit cannot be used on +24 volt or
positive ground systems.

HINTS FOR CORRECT AND SAFE OPERATION

Notes:

• Choose the mounting location where the
unit will not interfere with the normal
driving function of the driver.

• Before finally installing the unit, connect
the wiring temporarily and make sure the
unit and the system work properly.

• Use only the parts included with the unit
to ensure proper installation. The use of
unauthorized parts can cause
malfunctions.

• Consult your nearest dealer if installation
requires drilling of holes or other
modifications of the vehicle.

• Install the unit where it does not get in the
driver’s way and cannot injure the
passenger if there is a sudden stop, like
an emergency stop.

• If the installation angle exceeds 30° from
horizontal, the unit might not give its
optimum performance.

• If for any reason, the fuse is blown, only
replace with an automotive blade fuse of
the same rating.

• Avoid installing the unit where it would be
subject to high temperature, such as from
direct sunlight, or from hot air, from the
heater, or where it would be subject to
dust, dirt or excessive vibration.

DIN FRONT/REAR-MOUNT
This unit can be properly installed either
from “Front” (conventional DIN Front-mount)
or “Rear” (JIN or Japanese) mounting.
For details, refer to the following illustrated
installation methods.

INSTALLATION

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DIN FRONT-MOUNT (Method A)

Installation of the unit

1. Metal Sleeve
Install the metal sleeve in the dashboard.
For optimal performance of the CD
player, the metal sleeve should be
positioned horizontally (between –10 and
+30). Fix metal sleeve into place by
pressing the metal tags outwards using
screwdriver.

2. Front Mounting
Slide the radio into the metal sleeve until
the springs at either side of the radio
snap into the openings of the sleeve.

3. Removing Radio
Insert the levers supplied with the unit
into the grooves at both sides of the unit
until they lock. Pull the levers toward
you makes it possible to remove the unit
from the dashboard.

JIN REAR-MOUNT (Method B)

Installation using the screw holes on the
sides of the unit.

Remove the outer rim around the front panel
and the side springs. Select a position
where the screw holes of the mounting
bracket and the screw holes of the radio
become aligned and tighten the screws at
2 places on each side.

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See details at the back of the cover page
for remove (figure A) and install (figure B)
the front panel.

1. Press the release button and pull-off the
front panel. Keep front panel into the
case.

2. To install the front panel, insert the panel
into the housing, slide in to the right hand
side and push in till locked.

3. Make sure the panel is properly installed.
Otherwise, abnormalities occurs on the
display or some keys will not function
properly.

HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE
FRONT PANEL

SECURITY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

• A security identification number is stated

on the “Security Card” . Show this card
as a proof of ownership, when the set is
stolen, when the detachable front is lost
or when requesting service.

• Do not keep the “Security Card” in your

car .