Audiovox ACD 32A User Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL  
AND INSTALLATION GUIDE  
ACD-32A  
ACD-32A  
DETACHABLEFRONTPANEL  
ELECTRONICALLY-TUNEDAM/FM/MPXRADIO  
WITHCOMPACTDISCPLAYER  
ANDQUARTZCLOCK  
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Released 1-28-98.  
(Output Power was 50 watts).  
KIT INFORMATION  
1. The years shown in the Kit Listing below are approximate. Always check the application chart at your  
retail store to find information on your specific make, model and year of vehicle. If a kit is required,  
read the description on the kit you intend to purchase to make sure it applies to your vehicle. If you  
have any doubts or questions, call our toll-free "HELP" line.  
2. The kits shown below are Audiovox kits. Your retailer may sell kits made by other manufacturers which  
may also be usable to install this radio. Always check the kit application before purchasing it to make  
sure it will work with your vehicle.  
3. If you believe you need a kit but cannot find a retail store where it is available, call our toll-free "HELP"  
line.  
KITLISTING  
VEHICLE TYPE  
KIT REQUIREMENT/NOTES  
Chevrolet-Oldsmobile-Buick-Pontiac-Cadillac-Saturn  
1981 and Older ............................................................  
1982 and Newer ...........................................................  
Installation Not Possible  
AX-93-FCGM  
Chevrolet-GMC Full Size Vans  
1988 and Newer ............................................................  
AX-88-CHV  
AX-88-CHT  
Chevrolet-GMC Full Size Pickups  
1988 and Newer ............................................................  
Chrysler-Dodge-Plymouth  
U.S. Built 1974 and Newer ............................................  
Imported .......................................................................  
AX-93-FCGM  
Refer to In-Store Chart  
Ford-Lincoln-Mercury  
1984 and Older .............................................................  
1985 and Newer ............................................................  
Installation Not Possible  
AX-93-FCGM  
Jeep-Eagle  
1984 and Newer ............................................................  
Filing of Dash Required  
IMPORT CARS  
Due to the wide variety of import cars and the different installations required, this manual does not show  
typical installations in these vehicles. However, this sound system can be installed in many import cars  
by following the "Universal Installation" section on pages 3 and 4. Check the application chart at your retail  
store or call our toll-free "HELP" line for specific information on your particular car.  
IMPORTS:  
Acura-Audi-BMW-Daihatsu-Fiat-Honda-Hyundai  
Mercedes-Peugeot-Porsche-Saab-Subaru  
Volkswagen-Volvo-Yugo.............................................. Will Fit Most Years; Some Require  
Filing of Dash  
Datsun-Nissan.............................................................. Refer to In-Store Chart  
Mazda.......................................................................... Professional Installation Recommended  
Toyota.......................................................................... Professional Installation Recommended  
For vehicles not listed or more specific information, refer to the in-store application chart or call our "HELP"  
line.  
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UNIVERSAL INSTALLATION AND IMPORT CAR INSTALLATION  
This installation is designed for cars, trucks, vans, and boats that have an existing radio opening that is  
no larger than the size shown on the template provided (182mm wide x 53mm high). If the opening is  
smaller than required, you can use a file to enlarge it to match the template, using the slots on the template  
as a guide. If you have no existing radio opening, use the template to accurately cut the required size  
as per the slots on the template.  
CAUTION: 1. DO NOT CUT OR FILE THE OPENING TO THE OUTER EDGES OF THE TEMPLATE!  
2. FOR PROPER OPERATION OF THE CD PLAYER, THE CHASSIS MUST BE WITHIN 20°  
OF HORIZONTAL. MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS MOUNTED WITHIN THIS LIMITATION.  
1. InspecttheExistingRadioOpening:  
A. Use the radio opening template (supplied) to make sure the dashboard opening is the proper size.  
If your vehicle does not have an existing opening of this size, it will be necessary to cut or file the  
opening to these dimensions.  
B. Check that there will be sufficient space behind the dashboard for the radio chassis.  
2. PreparetheRadioforinstallation:  
A. Carefully check the radio chassis for any shipping screws that are labeled "Remove Before  
Installation" and remove them as necessary.  
B. Remove the detachable front panel if it is attached to the chassis, as explained in the Operating  
Instructions section of this manual.  
C. Using the 2 removal tools (supplied), remove the mounting sleeve from the radio chassis as shown  
in the diagram below.  
3. MountingtheRadioSleeve:  
A. Check the dashboard opening size by sliding the mounting sleeve into it. If the opening is not large  
enough, carefully cut or file as necessary until the sleeve easily slides into the opening. Do not  
force the sleeve into the opening or cause it to bend or bow.  
B. Locate the series of bend tabs along the top, bottom, and sides of the mounting sleeve. With the  
sleeve fully inserted in the dashboard opening, bend as many of the tabs outward as necessary  
so that the sleeve is firmly secured to the dashboard.  
USETEMPLATETOCHECKOPENINGSIZE  
ORTOCUTOPENINGINSOLID  
DASHBOARDS  
HELP!  
1-800-645-7102  
Monday-Friday 8:30am-7:00pmEastern  
Saturday  
9:00am-5:00pmEastern  
RADIO  
REMOVALTOOLS  
MOUNTINGSLEEVE  
MOUNTINGANGLELIMITATION  
20°  
MAX.  
SIDEVIEW  
OF  
CHASSIS  
FRONT  
PANEL  
REMOVABLEFRONTPANEL  
(REFERTOOPERATING  
INSTRUCTIONSFORREMOVAL)  
20°  
MAX.  
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UNIVERSAL INSTALLATION AND IMPORT CAR INSTALLATION  
4. WiretheRadiototheVehicle'sWiring:  
A. Place radio in front of dashboard opening so that wiring can be brought through the mounting sleeve.  
B. Carefully follow the diagrams on pages 8 and 9 or 10 to wire the radio, making certain all connections  
are secure and insulated with wire nuts or electrical tape to insure proper operation of the unit.  
C. After completing the wiring, re-attach the front panel to the chassis and turn the unit on to confirm  
operation (ignition switch must be "on"). If unit does not operate, re-check all wiring until problem  
is corrected.  
D. Once proper operation is achieved, turn off ignition switch, remove front panel, and proceed with  
final mounting of the radio.  
5. InstallingtheRadiointheMountingSleeve:  
A. Carefully slide the radio into the mounting sleeve until it is fully seated and the side spring clips snap  
in place.  
B. Attach one end of the perforated strap (supplied) to the screw stud on the rear of the radio using  
the hex nut provided.  
C. Fasten the other end of the perforated strap to a secure part of the dashboard either above or below  
the radio using the screw and hex nut provided.  
CAUTION: The rear of the radio must be supported with the strap to prevent possible damage to the  
dashboard from the weight of the radio or improper operation of the radio due to vibration.  
D. Re-attach the front panel to the chassis and check operation of the unit by referring to the Operating  
Instructions section of this manual.  
6. Removing the Radio:  
A. Should it be necessary to remove the radio for servicing or other reasons, first remove the  
detachable front panel.  
B. Remove the rear support strap by taking off the hex nut securing it to the screw stud on the rear  
of the chassis.  
C. Use the 2 removal tools (supplied) to disengage the spring clips and pull the radio out of the mounting  
sleeve.  
HEXNUT  
PERFORATEDSTRAP  
BENDTOP  
TABSUPWARD  
BENDBOTTOM  
TABSDOWNWARD  
SCREWSTUD  
HEXNUT  
BENDTABSTOSECURE  
SLEEVETODASH  
SLIDERADIOINTOSLEEVE  
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CHRYSLER-DODGE-PLYMOUTH INSTALLATION  
AllU.S. MadeCars, Trucks, andVansBuiltSince1974  
Important-This radio cannot be installed in any U.S. made Chrysler, Dodge, or Plymouth without an  
installation kit. Refer to Kit Listings on page 2 for the required kit. Complete kit installation is explained  
in the instructions included with the kit.  
CAUTION: 1. DO NOT CUT OR FILE THE OPENING TO THE OUTER EDGES OF THE TEMPLATE!  
2. FOR PROPER OPERATION OF THE CD PLAYER, THE CHASSIS MUST BE WITHIN 20° OF  
HORIZONTAL. MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS MOUNTED WITHIN THIS LIMITATION.  
1. Remove Existing Radio:  
A. Remove existing radio dash trim panel surrounding the radio opening. This panel is usually secured  
by screws and/or snap-in clips.  
B. Remove the two large screws used to secure radio to the sub-dashboard.  
Helpful Hint: If you do not have an existing radio, you will find the radio opening is covered by a  
disposable cover plate.  
C. Pull the radio forward to access the wiring and antenna cables plugged into the rear of the chassis.  
D. Un-plug the wiring harness(es) and antenna cable and remove the radio.  
2. InstalltheNewRadio:  
A. Following the instructions included with the installation kit, secure the sleeve from the radio to the  
mounting plate from the kit as explained on page 3.  
B. Install the sleeve/mounting plate assembly to the sub-dashboard as per the instructions with the  
installation kit.  
C. Replace the dashboard trimpanel.  
D. Following the instructions of steps 4 and 5 on page 4, carefully wire the radio and complete  
installation into the mounting sleeve.  
MOUNTINGPLATEFROMKIT  
(NOTINCLUDEDWITHRADIO)  
SUB-DASHBOARD(RADIOAREA)  
HELP!  
1-800-645-7102  
8:30am-7:00pmEastern  
9:00am-5:00pmEastern  
Monday-Friday  
Saturday  
FACTORYDASHPANEL  
MOUNTINGSLEEVE  
INSTALLRADIOUSINGSAME  
PROCEDUREASEXPLAINED  
ONPAGES3AND4  
RADIO  
IMPORTANT  
AMOUNTINGKITISREQUIRED  
FORTHISINSTALLATION  
DETACHABLE  
FRONTPANEL  
REMOVALTOOLS  
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CHEVROLET-OLDSMOBILE-BUICK-PONTIAC-GMC-CADILLAC-SATURN INSTALLATION  
AllU.S. MadeCars, Trucks, andVansBuiltSince1982  
Important-This radio cannot be installed in any "GM" vehicle without an installation kit. Refer to Kit Listings  
on page 2 for the required kit. Complete kit installation is explained in the instructions included with kit. This  
radio cannot be installed in GM vehicles built before 1982.  
CAUTION: 1. DO NOT CUT OR FILE THE OPENING TO THE OUTER EDGES OF THE TEMPLATE!  
2. FOR PROPER OPERATION OF THE CD PLAYER, THE CHASSIS MUST BE WITHIN 20° OF  
HORIZONTAL. MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS MOUNTED WITHIN THIS LIMITATION.  
1. Remove Existing Radio:  
A. Remove existing radio dash trim panel surrounding the radio opening. This panel is usually secured  
by screws and/or snap-in clips.  
B. Remove the screws used to secure radio to the sub-dashboard.  
Helpful Hint: If you do not have an existing radio, you will find the radio opening is covered by a  
disposable cover plate.  
C. Pull the radio forward to access the wiring and antenna cables plugged into the rear of the chassis.  
D. Un-plug the wiring harness(es) and antenna cable and remove the radio.  
2. InstalltheNewRadio:  
A. Following the instructions included with the installation kit, secure the sleeve from the radio to the  
mounting plate from the kit as explained on page 3.  
B. Install the sleeve/mounting plate assembly to the sub-dashboard as per the instructions with the  
installation kit.  
C. Replace the dashboard trimpanel.  
D. Following the instructions of steps 4 and 5 on page 4, carefully wire the radio and complete installation  
into the mounting sleeve.  
INSTALLRADIOUSINGSAME  
SUB-DASHBOARD  
PROCEDUREASEXPLAINED  
(RADIOAREA)  
ONPAGES3AND4  
MOUNTINGPLATEFROMKIT  
(NOTINCLUDEDWITHRADIO)  
FACTORYDASHPANEL  
MOUNTINGSLEEVE  
REMOVALTOOLS  
R
IMPORTANT  
AMOUNTINGKITISREQUIRED  
FORTHISINSTALLATION  
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DETACHABLEFRONTPANEL  
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FORD-LINCOLN-MERCURY INSTALLATION  
AllU.S. MadeCars, Trucks, andVansBuiltSince1985  
Important-Measure the size of your existing radio opening. If it is no larger than the size shown on the  
template provided, you can install the radio as explained on pages 3 and 4. If the opening is larger, you  
must use a kit. See Kit Listing on page 2. This radio cannot be installed in Ford cars built prior to 1985.  
CAUTION: 1. DO NOT CUT OR FILE THE OPENING TO THE OUTER EDGES OF THE TEMPLATE!  
2. FOR PROPER OPERATION OF THE CD PLAYER, THE CHASSIS MUST BE WITHIN 20° OF  
HORIZONTAL. MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS MOUNTED WITHIN THIS LIMITATION.  
1. Remove Existing Radio:  
A. Remove existing radio dash trim panel surrounding the radio opening. This panel is usually  
secured by screws and/or snap-in clips.  
B. Remove the screws used to secure radio to the sub-dashboard.  
Helpful Hint: If you do not have an existing radio, you will find the radio opening is covered by  
a disposable cover plate.  
C. Pull the radio forward to access the wiring and antenna cables plugged into the rear of the chassis.  
D. Un-plug the wiring harness(es) and antenna cable and remove the radio.  
2. InstalltheNewRadio:  
A. If a kit is not required, follow the instructions on pages 3 and 4. If a kit is required, follow the  
instructions included with the kit and secure the sleeve from the radio to the mounting plate from  
the kit as explained on page 3.  
B. Install the sleeve/mounting plate assembly to the sub-dashboard as per the instructions with the  
installation kit.  
C. Replace the dashboard trimpanel.  
D. Following the instructions of steps 4 and 5 on page 4, carefully wire the radio and complete  
installation into the mounting sleeve.  
SUB-DASHBOARD  
(RADIOAREA)  
HELP!  
MOUNTINGPLATEFROMKIT  
(NOTINCLUDEDWITHRADIO)  
1-800-645-7102  
Monday-Friday  
Saturday  
8:30am-7:00pmEastern  
9:00am-5:00pmEastern  
FACTORYDASHPANEL  
MOUNTINGSLEEVE  
INSTALLRADIOUSINGSAME  
PROCEDUREASEXPLAINED  
ONPAGES3AND4  
R
REMOVALTOOLS  
IMPORTANT  
AMOUNTINGKITISREQUIRED  
FORTHISINSTALLATION  
DETACHABLE  
FRONTPANEL  
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RADIO WIRING  
REFERTOPAGE9OR10FORSPEAKERWIRING  
AUTOMATIC  
ANTENNA  
ANTENNA  
CAR  
PINK  
IMPORTANT  
FUSEBLOCK  
THEPINKWIRECANBEUSED  
TOREMOTELYACTIVATEAN  
AUTOMATICANTENNAORAN  
EXTERNALAMPLIFIER(SEE  
ANTENNAORAMPLIFIER  
MANUAL)  
"RADIO"OR  
"ACCESSORY"FUSE  
EXISTING  
ANTENNA  
CABLE  
ORANGEw/WHITESTRIPE  
BLACKw/WHITESTRIPE  
SCREW  
CARBATTERY  
METALPARTOFDASH  
(DRILLHOLEIFNECESSARY)  
GREENw/WHITESTRIPE  
IMPORTANT  
THISWIREMUSTBECONNECTEDASSHOWN  
ORRADIOWILLNOTOPERATEPROPERLY  
POSITIVE(+)TERMINAL  
12VOLTBATTERY  
SEEPAGES9AND10  
FORSPEAKERWIRING  
9PINPLUG  
ANTENNASOCKET  
ONREAROFRADIO  
MATING9PINSOCKET  
RADIO  
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SPEAKER WIRING  
REFERTOPAGE8  
FORRADIOWIRING  
2 OR 4 SPEAKER SYSTEMS  
WITHOUT EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER  
IMPORTANT  
WHENUNITISWIREDTOEITHERA2OR4  
SPEAKERSYSTEMASSHOWNBELOW,THE  
FADERCONTROLMUSTBESETTOTHEFULL  
FRONTPOSITION("L-R"ONDISPLAYPANEL)  
ANDNOTUSED.  
HELP!  
1-800-645-7102  
Monday-Friday  
8:30am-7:00pmEastern  
Saturday  
9:00am-5:00pmEastern  
RCAJACKS  
FORUSEWITHOPTIONAL  
EXTERNALAMPLIFIER  
RADIO  
MATING9-PINSOCKET  
9-PINPLUG  
SEEPAGE8FORRADIOWIRING  
(PINK,BLACKw/WHITE,  
ORANGEw/WHITE,  
ANDGREENw/WHITE)  
RIGHTFRONTSPEAKER  
LEFTFRONTSPEAKER  
SPLICE  
SPLICE  
BLUE  
WHITE  
LIGHT  
GREEN  
VIOLET  
SPLICE  
OPTIONALREARSPEAKERS  
WIREDINPARALLELTOFRONT  
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SPEAKER WIRING  
4 SPEAKER SYSTEMS WITH  
OPTIONAL EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER  
REFERTOPAGE8  
FORRADIOWIRING  
IMPORTANT  
WHENUNITISWIREDTOA4SPEAKERSYSTEMASSHOWNBELOW,  
THEFADERCONTROLONTHERADIOWILLBEOPERABLE.  
RADIO  
RCAJACKS  
WHITE:LEFTREARCHANNEL  
RED:RIGHTREARCHANNEL  
SEEPAGE8FOR RADIOWIRING  
(PINK,BLACKw/WHITE,  
ORANGEw/WHITE,  
ANDGREENw/WHITE)  
LEFTFRONTSPEAKER  
RIGHTFRONTSPEAKER  
WHITE  
BLUE  
VIOLET  
LIGHTGREEN  
RCAPATCHCABLE  
(NotSupplied)  
OPTIONALEXTERNALTWO-CHANNELAM-  
PLIFIERWITHLOW-LEVELINPUTCAPA-  
BILITY(WIREAMPLIFIERASEXPLAINEDIN  
AMPLIFIER'SINSTALLATIONGUIDE)  
LEFTREARSPEAKER  
RIGHTREARSPEAKER  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
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ACD-32A  
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pc  
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POWER OFF BUTTON  
Press this button to turn the unit off. Use the Radio  
On/Band Selector button or CD Mode Selector  
treble adjustment (“TRE” on display panel), balance  
(“BAL”), fader (“FAD”), and volume (“VOL”). The  
display will return to the normal indication 5 seconds  
after the last adjustment or when another function is  
activated.  
bl  
cl  
2
to turn the unit on.  
VOLUME / LEVEL CONTROLS  
To increase the volume level, press the + button.  
The volume will increase and the level will be  
shownbythebarsundertheVOLindicationonthe  
display panel. To increase the volume quickly,  
keep the button pressed. To decrease the volume  
level, press the - button. Keep the button pressed  
to decrease the volume quickly. The display will  
automatically return to the normal indication 5  
seconds after the last volume adjustment or when  
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BASS CONTROL  
To adjust the bass level, first select the Bass mode  
by pressing the Select button until the “BAS”  
indication appears on the display panel. Within 5  
3
- buttons of the Level Control  
seconds of choosing the Bass2mode, press the + or  
to adjust the bass  
response as desired. The bass level will be shown  
by the bars on the display panel from a minimum of  
----- to a maximum of ----- (a single bar in the center  
ofthedisplayrepresentsflatresponse). Thedisplay  
will automatically return to the normal indication 5  
seconds after the last adjustment or when another  
function is activated.  
also used in conjunction with the Select button  
another function is activated. These controls a3re  
as described in  
4
,
to adjust the treble, ba5ss, balance and fader levels  
,
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, and  
7
.
3
SELECT BUTTON (SEL)  
This button is used to select the audio function  
(volume, bass, treble, balance or fade) to be ad-  
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TREBLE CONTROL  
To adjust the treble level, first select the Treble  
mode by pressing the Select button until the  
justed using the Level Control  
2
. Pressing the  
3
Select button once will set the unit for bass adjust-  
ment (“BAS” will appear on the display panel).  
Pressing the button additional times will select  
“TRE” indication appears on the display panel.  
Within 5 seconds of choosing the Treble mode,  
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press the + or - buttons of the Level Control  
2
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adjust the treble response as desired. The treble  
level will be shown by the bars on the display panel  
from a minimum of ----- to a maximum of ----- (a  
single bar in the center of the display represents flat  
response). The display will automatically return to  
the normal indication 5 seconds after the last  
adjustment or when another function is activated.  
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LOUDNESS CONTOUR  
When listening to music at low volume levels, this  
feature will boost the bass and treble ranges to  
compensate for the characteristics of human hear-  
ing. Press the button to activate this feature as  
indicated by “LOUD” on the display panel. Pressing  
the button again will de-activate the function and  
“LOUD” will disappear from the display.  
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LEFT/RIGHT BALANCE CONTROL  
To adjust the left-right speaker balance, first select  
the Balance mode by pressing the Select button  
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AUDIO MUTE  
3
This button is used to mute the volume from the  
system. By pressing the button, the indication  
“MUTE” will appear on the display panel and the  
volume will be muted. When in the Mute mode, the  
until the “BAL” indication appears on the display  
panel. Within 5 seconds of choosing the Balance  
mode, press the - button of the Level Control  
2
to  
adjust the stereo balance to the left channel speak-  
ers or the + button of the control to adjust it to the  
right channel speakers. The balance position will  
be shown by the bars on the display panel from  
L----- (full left) to -----R (full right). When the  
volume level between the left and right speakers is  
Volume/Level Controls  
2
and Select button  
3
will be disabled. Press the Mute button again to  
return to the volume level setting in use before the  
Mute function was activated.  
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RADIOON  
AM/FM BAND SELECTOR  
equal, L  
-
R will be shown on the display panel.  
Press this button to turn the radio on.  
The display will automatically return to the normal  
indication 5 seconds after the last adjustment or  
when another function is activated.  
During radio play, each time the button is pressed,  
the radio band changes. The indications “AM1”,  
“AM2”, “FM1”, “FM2”, or “FM3” will appear on the  
display panel according to your selection.  
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FRONT/REAR FADER CONTROL  
Adjustment of the front-rear speaker balance in 4  
speaker installations can be made using this con-  
trol in systems using the internal amplifier of the  
radio for the front speakers and an optional exter-  
nal amplifier (via the pre-amp level output leads)  
for the rear speakers. To adjust the front-rear  
During CD play, pressing this button will change to  
radio operation without ejecting the disc.  
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MANUALUP/DOWNTUNING( / )  
To manually select a radio station, momentarily  
presstheUpTuning( )buttonbmtoadvancethe  
unit one digit higher or the Down Tuning ( ) button  
pressing the Select button  
indication appears on the display panel. Within 5  
speaker balance, first select t3he Fader mode by  
until the “FAD”  
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to tune downward. Continue to press either  
button to tune the radio rapidly in the selected  
direction.  
seconds of choosing the Fader mode, press the - or  
the + buttons of the Level Control  
2
to adjust the  
front-rear speaker levels as desired. The fader  
position will be shown by the bars on the display  
panel from R----- (full rear) to -----F (full front).  
When the volume level between the front and rear  
bo  
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bp AUTOMATIC UP SEEK TUNING (  
AUTOMATIC DOWN SEEK TUNING (  
)
Pressing either button will activate the Automatic  
Seek Tuning function in the selected direction. The  
radio will seek the next available station and stop at  
that frequency. The Seek function can also be  
stopped by pressing the button again or activating  
any other tuning function.  
speakers is equal, R  
-
F will be shown on the  
display panel. The display will automatically return  
to the normal indication 5 seconds after the last  
adjustment or when another function is activated.  
NOTE: In systems using only the internal amplifier  
of this unit, the fader control is not functional  
and must be left at the full front position  
(“ -----F ” on display panel).  
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AUTO-STORETUNING(AS)  
PRE-SET SCAN TUNING (PS)  
Press this button momentarily to scan the 6 sta-  
tions in the pre-set memories of the band in use.  
The unit will stop at each pre-set station for 5  
seconds before continuing to the next pre-set  
station (the pre-set number on the display panel  
will flash during Pre-Set Scan operation). Press  
the button again momentarily to stop Pre-Set Scan  
operation and remain on the selected frequency.  
will appear on the display panel) and only strong  
(local) stations will be received during Automatic  
Seek Tuning. Pressing the button again will select  
the Distant setting (“LOC” will disappear from the  
display panel) and the radio will stop at a wider  
range of signals, including weaker (more distant)  
stations.  
During FM radio operation, this button is used to  
select mono or stereo reception of the broadcast  
signal. Under normal reception conditions, the unit  
should be left in the stereo mode, as indicated by  
“ST” on the display panel when listening to an FM  
stereo signal. If the stereo signal is too weak for  
comfortable listening, press the button to switch to  
mono reception (the “ST” will disappear from the  
display panel and “MONO” will appear). To return  
to the stereo reception mode, press the button  
again so that the “MONO” indication disappears  
and the “ST” indication returns.  
Pressing the button for longer than 2 seconds will  
activate the Auto-Store Tuning feature. The radio  
will automatically scan the band in use and enter  
strong stations into the pre-set memory positions  
for that band. If you have already set the pre-set  
memories of that band to your favorite stations,  
activating the Auto-Store Tuning feature will erase  
those stations and enter the new strong stations.  
This feature is most useful when travelling in a new  
area where you are not familiar with the local  
stations.  
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STATIONPRE-SETMEMORIES  
To set any of the 6 pre-set memory buttons, use the  
following procedure:  
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LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY PANEL  
The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) panel displays  
the frequency, time, and activated functions.  
1. Turn the unit on and select the desired band.  
NOTE: It is a characteristic of LCD panels that, if  
subjected to cold temperatures for an ex-  
tended period of time, they may take longer  
to illuminate than under normal conditions.  
In addition, the visibility of the numbers on  
the LCD may slightly decrease. The LCD  
read-out will return to normal when the  
temperature increases to a normal range.  
ManualUp/Down  
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2. Select the first station to bbenpre-set using the  
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DownSeekTuningfunctionsboor&AbutopmaticUp/  
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3. Press the pre-set button to be set and continue  
to hold the button in. The volume will be  
momentarily muted and then return and the  
pre-setnumberwillappearonthedisplaypanel.  
The station is now set into the memory of that  
pre-set button and can be re-called at any time  
by momentarily pressing that button.  
4. Repeat the above procedure for the remaining  
5 pre-sets on the band in use and for the other  
4 bands of the unit.  
buDISCSLOT  
With the label surface facing up, gently insert the  
disc into the slot until the soft-loading mechanism  
engages and disc play begins. The DISC indica-  
tion, track number and elapsed time will appear on  
the display panel.  
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LOCAL/DISTANT-FMSTEREO/MONO  
SELECTOR (MO/LO)  
NOTE: This unit is designed for play of standard  
5" (12cm) Compact Discs ONLY. Do not  
attempt to use 3" (8cm) CD-Singles in this  
unit, either with or without an adaptor, as  
damage to the player and/or disc can  
occur. Such damage will not be covered  
by the Warranty on this product.  
This button is used to select the strength of the  
signals (Local or Distant) at which the radio will  
stop during Automatic Seek Tuning on the AM and  
FM bands as well as FM Stereo or Mono reception  
modes.  
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Press the button to select the Local setting (“LOC”  
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CD MODE SELECTOR (CD)  
Press this button to turn on the unit if a disc is  
already loaded in the player.  
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RANDOM PLAY SELECTOR (RDM)  
During disc play, press this button to play the tracks  
on the disc in a random shuffled order (“RANDM”  
When listening to radio with a disc loaded in the  
unit ( DISC on the display panel), press this button  
to return to disc play mode from the point at which  
play was stopped.  
mode,theForwardTrackSelect  
tracks in the random order instead of the normal  
progression. Backward Track Select will only  
go back to the beginning of the track in play. The  
Random Play mode can be cancelled by pressing  
the button again (“RANDM” indication will disap-  
will appear on the display panecl).mIn Random Play  
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FORWARDTRACKSELECT( )  
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BACKWARD TRACK SELECT (  
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Intro-Scan  
pear from tcheqdisplay panel) or by activating the  
or Repeat Play  
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functions.  
The Track Select functions are used to quickly  
access the beginning of a particular track. Each  
time the Forward Track Select (  
pressed, the next higher track number will be  
selected as shown on the display panel. Similarly,  
each time the Backward Track Select (  
is pressed, the next lower track number will be  
selected as shown on the display panel.  
) button is  
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DISC EJECT (  
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Disc play is stopped, the disc is ejected and the unit  
will change to radio operation by pressing this  
button. If the disc is not removed from the unit  
within 10 seconds of being ejected, it will automati-  
cally be re-loaded into the unit to prevent damage  
) button  
( DISC will appear on the displaycpalnel). Pressing  
again before  
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CUE/REVIEW FUNCTIONS ( / )  
the CD Mode Selector button  
removing the disc will also re-load the disc into the  
unit.  
High-speed audible search to any section of the  
disc can be made by the Cue and Review func-  
tions. Press and hold the Cue button (  
advance rapidly in the forward direction or the  
Review button ( ) to advance rapidly in the  
) to  
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TIME/FREQUENCYDISPLAYSELECTOR  
(DISP)  
backward direction. During either function, the  
elapsed time within each track will automatically  
be shown on the display panel.  
Press this button to call the time display on the  
incorporated quartz clock. Press the button again  
to return to radio frequency or disc display.  
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INTRO-SCANSELECTOR(INT)  
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THEFT-DETERRENT L.E.D.  
During disc play, press this button to play the first  
10 seconds of each track on the disc (“INTRO” will  
appear on the display panel). When a desired  
Located on the chassis behind the front panel, a  
light-emitting diode (L.E.D.) will flash when the  
panel is removed. The flashing light serves as a  
visual warning to the would-be thief that the unit  
has been disabled by removal of the front panel.  
track is reached, press the Intro-Scan button  
again to cancel the function and play of the se-  
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lected track will continue. Intro-Scan mode cwirll  
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alsobecancelledcbysactivatingtheRepeatPlay  
functions.  
A Re-Set button is located on the front of the  
chassis (front panel must be removed to access  
the button). The re-set circuitry is provided to  
protect the microprocessor circuitry and should  
onlybeactivatedunderthefollowingcircumstances  
as it will erase the time and radio station pre-set  
memories.  
or Random Play  
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REPEAT PLAY SELECTOR (RPT)  
During disc play, press this button to repeat the  
play of the selected track (“RPT” will appear on the  
display panel). Play of the track will continue to  
repeat until the button is pressed again and the  
“RPTindicationdisappearsfromthedisplaypanel.  
Repeat Play mode will also be cancelled by acti-  
1. Upon initial installation after all wiring is com-  
pleted.  
vating the Intro-Scan  
functions.  
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or Random Play  
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2. After the position of the frequency step switch on  
the bottom of the chassis has been changed.  
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3. If there is a malfunction of any of the switches  
on the unit or of the CD player, pressing the Re-  
Set button may clear the system and return to  
normal operation.  
NOTES ON USE OF FRONT PANEL  
1. Make sure the front panel is right-side-up when  
attaching it to the chassis as it cannot be  
attached when up-side down.  
2. Do not press very hard on the front panel when  
attaching it to the chassis. No more than light  
to moderate pressure should be needed.  
3. When attaching the front panel, make sure the  
right side is correctly engaged before pressing  
the left side to lock it into position.  
4. When taking the front panel with you, please use  
the supplied carrying case to protect the panel  
from dirt and damage.  
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FRONTPANELRELEASEKNOB  
This knob is used to release the mechanism that  
holds the front panel to the chassis. To detach the  
front panel, slide the button to the right so that the  
left side of the panel is released. Grasp the  
released side and pull it off of the chassis. To re-  
attach the panel, position the right side of the panel  
in place first and then press the left side of the  
panel until the mechanism locks it into place.  
DETACHING THE FRONT PANEL  
ATTACHING THE FRONT PANEL  
ReleaseButton  
Engage right  
side first  
SETTING THE CLOCK  
1. Turn the radio on so that the radio frequency or clock time is shown on the display panel.  
2. Press and hold the Time/Frequency Display Selector button  
time display begins flashing.  
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approximately 2 seconds until the  
button (  
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3. While continbuinpg to hold the Time/Frequency Display Selector button, press the Down Seek Tuning  
to adjust the hours and the “PM” indicator and the Up Seek Tuning button (  
)
bo  
to adjust the minutes to the correct time.  
4. When the correct time is shown on the display panel, release the Time/Frequency Selector button.  
ERROR CODES  
If a problem should develop while operating the CD player, the following error codes may be displayed  
on the display panel:  
ER 1:  
ER 2:  
ER 3:  
Indicates the disc is not loading or ejecting properly. Try re-loading or pressing the Eject  
button again. Check the condition of the disc in use or try another disc.  
Indicates an interface error between the disc mechanism and radio circuitry. Press the  
Re-Setbutton  
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andtryagain.  
Indicates an error in the laser reading the disc. Eject the disc, make sure it is clean,  
undamaged, and loaded correctly (label side up). Re-load the disc and check for proper  
operation or try another disc.  
RST:  
ROM:  
Indicates a system error. Press the Re-Set button  
Indicates that a computer CD-ROM has been loaded into the unit. Eject the disc and load  
an audio CD.  
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and try again.  
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If the suggested measures do not solve the problem, contact an approved warranty station near you for  
further assistance.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
7" W x 2" H  
x
6-1/4" D  
Size:  
178 mm x 50 mm x 160 mm  
12 volts DC, negative ground  
64 watts maximum  
Operating Voltage:  
Output Power:  
Floating-ground type designed for 2 speaker use.  
May also be used with 4 speakers.  
RCA low-level outputs.  
Output Wiring:  
Compatible with 4-8 ohm speakers.  
500 mv.  
Output Impedance:  
Low-Level Output:  
Tuning Range:  
AM: 530-1,720 KHz. (10 KHz. step)  
522-1,620 KHz. ( 9 KHz. step)  
FM: 87.5-107.9 MHz. (200 KHz. step)  
87.5-108.0 MHz. (50 KHz. step)  
AM: 20 uv.  
FM: 1.5 uv.  
Sensitivity:  
30 dB  
FM Stereo Separation:  
CD Frequency Response:  
CD Signal/Noise Ratio:  
CD Channel Separation:  
CD Dynamic Range:  
CD Distortion:  
20-20,000 Hz. ± 2dB  
>70 dB  
>60 dB  
>80 dB  
<0.1% T.H.D.  
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
FREQUENCY STEP SWITCH  
This unit is supplied pre-set at the factory for reception of North American radio  
stations (10 KHz. channel spacing on AM/200 KHz. spacing on FM). Use in other  
areas in the world may require different channel spacing. A switch on the bottom of  
the chassis allows selection of 9 KHz. AM/50 KHz. FM channel spacing. Slide the  
switch to the appropriate position using a small screwdriver blade. The Re-Set button  
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onthefrontofthechassismustthenbepressedtoactivatethechangeofchannel  
spacing.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
PROBLEM  
PROBABLE CAUSE  
CHECK FOLLOWING  
Unit completely inoperative no  
lights, no sound  
Orange/White stripe wire to +12V ACC.  
and Green/White stripe wire to +12V  
battery  
Incorrect power connection  
Check fuses in wires listed above and  
check car fuse block  
Blown fuse  
Green/White stripe wire is not connected  
to a "live" +12V battery source  
Incorrect power connection  
Unit will not keep time or radio  
station memory  
Blown fuse  
Check fuse in Green/White stripe wire  
and at car's fuse block  
Noise on both radio and CD  
Poor ground  
Check Black/White stripe wire for proper  
grounding  
Clean and tighten connection  
Dirty or corroded battery posts  
Consult your local garage mechanic-car  
may need tune-up or noise filter  
If problem also existed with pre-  
vious radio you removed  
Noise on radio only  
Antenna  
Check that antenna base is grounded.  
Test with antenna disconnected. If noise  
goes away, replace antenna  
Replace antenna and antenna cable  
Poor FM reception and almost no  
AM reception  
Antenna  
No sound on one speaker  
(both radio and CD)  
Wiring  
Check speaker wiring  
Speaker  
Test with good speaker  
Control Settings  
Check balance and fader controls  
Poor sound-new unit  
Speakers or speaker wiring  
Check rating of speakers for sufficient  
power capacity  
Check that speakers are in good  
condition  
Check that none of the speaker wires are  
grounded  
Check speaker wiring  
Installation angle is greater than  
20°  
CD sound skips  
Adjust the mounting angle to less than  
20°  
Disc player is not installed cor-  
rectly  
Make sure disc player is mounted se-  
curely  
Clean disc if dirty; replace if badly  
scratched or defective  
Dirty,scratched,ordefectivedisc  
Condensation on laser lens  
Allow condensation to dry, then try again  
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
The radio section of your new sound system does not require any maintenance. We recommend you  
keep this manual for reference on the many features found in this unit as well as how to set the clock.  
The compact disc player section also requires no routine maintenance, but proper understanding of  
its use and handling will help you obtain maximum enjoyment of its capabilities. The following points  
should be observed:  
When cleaning the interior of the vehicle, do not get water or cleaning fluids on the unit.  
The CD player is a precision instrument and will not operate properly in extreme hot or cold. In  
case of such conditions, wait until the interior temperature of the vehicle reaches a normal  
temperature before using the player.  
If the temperature inside the player gets too hot, a protective circuit will automatically stop play  
of the disc. In this case, allow the unit to cool off before operating the player again.  
Never insert anything other than a 5" (12 cm) compact disc into the player as the mechanism  
can be damaged by foreign objects.  
Do not attempt to use 3" (8 cm) CD-Single discs in this unit, either with or without an adaptor,  
as damage to the player and/or disc may occur. Such damage will not be covered by the  
Warranty on this product.  
When not using the disc player, always remove the compact disc. Do not leave an ejected disc  
sitting in the disc slot as this can expose it to sunlight and other causes of damage.  
Do not attempt to open the unit chassis. There are no user serviceable parts or adjustments  
inside.  
When the vehicle warms up during cold weather or under damp conditions, moisture may  
condense on the lens of the disc player. Should this occur, the player will not operate properly  
until the moisture has evaporated.  
The unit is designed with a vibration dampening CD mechanism to minimize interruption of disc  
play due to normal vibration in a moving vehicle. When driving on very rough roads, however,  
occasional sound skips may occur. This will not scratch or damage the disc and normal play  
will resume when the rough conditions cease.  
HANDLING COMPACT DISCS  
Dirt, dust, scratches, and warpage can cause skips in the playback and deterioration of sound quality.  
Please follow these guidelines to take care of your compact discs:  
Use only compact discs with the  
mark.  
Fingerprints, dust, and dirt should be carefully wiped off the disc’s playing surface (shiny side)  
with a soft cloth.  
Wipe in a straight motion from the inside to the outside of the disc.  
Never use chemicals such as record sprays, household cleaners or thinner to clean compact  
discs. Such chemicals can irreparably damage the disc’s surface.  
Discs should be kept in their storage cases when not in use.  
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight, high temperatures or high humidity for extended periods.  
Do not stick paper, tape, or labels on the disc surfaces nor write on them with any type of marker.  
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12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY  
Applies to In-dash radios, radio/tape player and radio/CD player combinations, and CD Changers.  
AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should  
this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship  
within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or  
reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.  
To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty  
coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to an approved warranty station.  
For the location of the nearest warranty station to you, call toll-free to our control office (U.S. and Canada):  
1-800-645-4994  
This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of car static or motor noise, to correction of antenna problems,  
to costs incurred for installation, removal, or reinstallation of the product, or damage to tapes, compact discs,  
speakers, accessories, or vehicle electrical systems.  
This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of the Company, has suffered  
or been damaged through alteration, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal  
or defacement of the factory serial number/bar code label(s). THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY  
UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO  
EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR  
THE PRODUCT.  
This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING  
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS  
WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY  
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 30 MONTHS FROM  
DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUEN-  
TIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR  
IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other  
than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental  
or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you  
specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
U.S.A. : AUDIOVOX CORPORATION, 150 MARCUS BLVD., HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK 11788  
CANADA: CALL 1-800-645-4994 FOR LOCATION OF WARRANTY STATION SERVING YOUR AREA  
AUSTRALIA: AUDIOVOX PACIFIC PTY LTD., DOYLE AVENUE, UNANDERRA, NSW 2526  
1-800-645-4994  
(042) 718-555  
NEW ZEALAND: AUDIOVOX PACIFIC PTY LTD., UNIT B, 6 HENDERSON PLACE, PENROSE, AUCKLAND (09) 645-720  
®
© 1998 Audiovox Corporation Hauppauge, NY 11788  
Printed in China  
Form No. 128-5272  
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