FXD-780RDS with CD Changer Control CDC - - DISC - + Full Panel Detachable High Power FM/AM Stereo Receiver Compact Disc Player with CD Changer Controller ISO Mounting with Removable Trim Ring OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .....................
CONTENTS COMPACT DISC CARE ........................................................................................................................... 2 DIGITAL DISPLAY .................................................................................................................................... 3 DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL ................................................................................................................ 4 GENERAL OPERATION ....................................................
COMPACT DISC CARE Dirt, dust, scratches and warpage can cause a deterioration in the sound or intermittent skipping some tracks during play. • This unit has been designed to play compact discs bearing the identification logo shown on the left. No other discs can be played. • Do not use non-conventional discs such as heart- shaped, octagonal discs, etc. The player could be damaged. • Fingerprints and dust should be carefully wiped off the signal surface of the disc (glossy side) with a soft cloth.
DIGITAL DISPLAY Audio Position REG TP Radio Frequency, Time, CD Track Number, Audio Control Selected Mode AF TA PTY CD running indicator Disc IN CD changer mode (Disc repeat/ shuffle/scan) BAS-X Mute Repeat Play Loudness Shuffle Play CD changer mode FM Stereo Scan Track No.
DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL The front panel is designed to be removable for antitheft purposes. It is recommended that you remove and carry the front panel with you when you leave your car. HOW TO ATTACH THE FRONT PANEL Align the right side of the panel with the stopper, and then push the left side of the panel into the unit until it clicks. HOW TO DETACH THE FRONT PANEL Press the release button (REL) to release the front panel. Pull the entire panel to remove it from the unit.
GENERAL OPERATION 6 5 2 REL ATP FM /AM CD RECEIVER AF VOL FXD-780RDS 50W x 4 TUN TRK CDC - - DISC - + BAS-X SCAN 1 2 3 SHF RPT 4 5 MUTE 6 AUDIO POWER 7 3 4 8 1 TURNING THE POWER ON ......................................1 Install the front panel and press the PWR MUTE button 1 when ACC is on. TURNING THE POWER OFF ............................................................. 1 Press the PWR MUTE button for more than 2 seconds. Display will revert to clock indication.
SWITCHING THE DISPLAY ........................................3 Each time you press the AUDIO button 3, the item changes as follows ; Initial set ↓ PS ➔ Frequency ➔ PTY ➔ Clock ➔ BAS ➔ TRE ➔ LOUD ➔ BAL ➔ FAD ➔ Mute level ➔ LO/DX DISPLAY PRIORITY SELECTOR ...................................................... 3 You can adjust with which priority items are to be displayed.
ENHANCING THE BASS SOUND (BAS-X) ....................................... 7 Press the BAS-X button 7 to display the BAS-X INDICATOR ( ) on the display window. Each time you press the BAS-X button 7, current mode appears on the display window and the mode change as follows.
ADJUSTING THE SOUND STAGE .............................4 You can adjust the position of sound stage to best serve a particular seat. TO MEMORY THE SOUND STAGE ................................................... 4 1. 2. Adjust the BALANCE & FADER. Press the appropriate Preset buttons 4 for more than 2 seconds. The balance & fader indicator blinks and adjusted sound stage is stored. TO CALL THE SOUND STAGE .........................................................
RADIO OPERATION 1 REL ATP FM /AM CD RECEIVER AF VOL FXD-780RDS 50W x 4 TUN TRK CDC - - DISC - + BAS-X SCAN 1 2 3 SHF RPT 4 5 MUTE 6 AUDIO POWER 3 4 2 SELECTING RADIO MODE Press the BAND ATP button 1 to switch from CD mode to the radio mode. Each time the BAND ATP button is pressed, the selected band changes as shown below. FM 1(F 1) ➔ FM 2(F 2) ➔ FM 3(F 3) ➔ AM 1(A 1) ➔ AM 2(A 2) RADIO TUNING ..................................................................................
ATP (AUTO TRAVEL PRESET) OPERATION ................................... 1 The Auto Travel Preset function searches for and memorizes the 6 strong stations in one of the two bands (FM 3, AM 2) in order of signal strength. This feature is useful when you are driving in an unfamiliar location and want to memorize local stations without changing the standard preset stations. A total of 12 stations (6 FM and 6 AM) can be programmed. • To set the stations .................... Select the desired band.
RDS OPERATION Radio Data System (RDS) is a digital information system that sends additional digital information along with the regular FM radio programme signal. As soon as a radio station has been identified, the station name, including a regional identifier if applicable, will appear in the display window, for example SWF4MZ (local radio station of Rhein hassen, Germany). This is also one of the RDS functions. Your car stereo offers you more convenience when receiving FM stations with RDS.
AUTOMATIC RE-TUNING ...................................1,3,5 The Alternative Frequencies (AF) function automatically selects and tune to the station with the strongest signal in a network. By using this function, you can continuously listen to the same programme during a long-distance drive without having to re-tune the station manually. 1. Press the BAND ATP button 3 to select the FM band. 2. Hold the TA AF button 1 for more than 2 seconds to display the “AF” indicator in the display window. 3.
LOCATING A STATION WITH PTY .............................2,4,5,6 You can locate the station you want to listen to by selecting one of the programmes from the following table.
CD OPERATION The compact disc player will accept 5” CD only. 1 2 REL ATP FM /AM CD RECEIVER AF VOL FXD-780RDS 50W x 4 TUN TRK CDC - - DISC - + BAS-X 3 SCAN 8 1 2 3 SHF RPT 4 5 6 7 6 5 MUTE AUDIO POWER 4 LOADING AND EJECTING THE CD Insert a disc into the CD slot 1 and the CD player will start. The system remains in CD mode and “ ” appears in the display window. Press the eject button 2 to eject a disc. SWITCHING TO CD MODE .......................................................
PLACING THE CD IN PAUSE MODE ................................................ 5 While playing a CD, press the Preset 6 button 5. To resume playing, press the Preset 6 button again. Notes • During playback of a CD, the CD running indicator spins. • The unit will turn-on automatically when a CD is inserted if the ignition switch is “ON”. REPEAT MODE .................................................................................. 6 Press the Preset 5 (RPT) button 6 to play the current track repeatedly.
CD CHANGER OPERATION The unit can be used tocontrol the functions of the CD Changer. Please check with your nearest dealer for recommendations of the models that will work with this unit. REL ATP FM /AM CD RECEIVER AF VOL FXD-780RDS 50W x 4 TUN TRK CDC - - DISC - + BAS-X 1 SCAN 1 2 8 4 3 3 SHF RPT 4 5 6 7 6 2 MUTE AUDIO POWER 5 SELECTING CD CHANGER MODE .........................1 Press the CD button 1 until the Disc No, Track No, and Track time appears on the display panel.
REPEAT MODE .................................................................................. 6 • Repeat tracks ; ................ Press the RPT button 6 to play the current track repeatedly. “RPT” indicator appears in the display window. • Repeat discs ; ................. Press the RPT button 6 for more than 2 seconds to play the current disc repeatedly. “RPT” and “ ” appears in the display window. To cancel the track repeat or disc repeat mode, press the RPT button 6 again.
ERROR SIGNS If a problem should occur while operating the CD player, one of the following error signs may be displayed. Refer to the table below to identify the problem, then take the suggested corrective action. If the error persists, contact your nearest dealer. Message Cause Dirty disc. Scratched disc. Up-side-down. Focus error. Remedy Clean the disc. Replace the disc. Check the disc. Try ejecting and re-inserting under normal temperature conditions.
HINTS FOR PROPER AND SAFE OPERATION • Condensation Moisture can condense on the optical lens of the CD player during humid or rainy days, or after the car heater is turned on. If this occurs the disc player may not function properly. To remedy the situation, remove the disc from the unit and wait approximately one hour. This should allow the moisture to evaporate and restore normal operation. • Temperature Consideration The unit may not operate correctly in extremely hot or cold temperatures.
TROUBLESHOOTING Sometimes a simple operational error or a mistake in the wiring can appear to be a problem with the unit. Before having the unit serviced, refer to the troubleshooting chart below. Symptom Cause Solution The compact disc does not play when inserted into the unit. The volume control is turned down. The power connections are not wired correctly. The vehicle ignition is switched off. The fuse is blown. Turn up the volume control. No power.
ACCESSORIES AND HARDWARE INSTALLATION Mounting Bracket (Half Sleeve) × 1 Mounting Strap and Screws × 1 Removable Trim Ring ×1 Locking Screw ×1 Unlock Levers ×2 INSTALLATION 1. BEFORE INSTALLATION When mounting the unit in a car, keep the unit as level as possible. If the unit must be mounted at an angle, due to the design of the vehicle, make sure the unit does not tilt by more than 30°. max.
2. INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FIRE WALL Mounting Strap DASH BOARD OR CONSOLE Mounting Bracket Removable Trim Ring When mounting the unit into a DIN–standard cutout (182 × 53 mm) in the dashboard or console, attach the provided Removable Trim Ring to the unit. 1. Insert the mounting bracket into the DIN-standard cutout (182 × 53 mm) in the dashboard or console. 2. Bend the mounting bracket stopper outward until the bracket fits snugly in the cutout. 3.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WIRING ANTENNA SOCKET ANTENNA PLUG In the case of a 2-speaker system, tape the ends of unconnected terminals to prevent short circuit 4-speaker System 2-speaker System (White) (White) Front Left Speaker (White/Black) (Gray) (Gray/Black) Front Right Speaker (Green) (Green/Black) Rear Left Speaker (Violet) (Violet/Black) Rear Right Speaker (White/Black) Left Speaker (Gray) (Gray/Black) Right Speaker (Green) (Green/Black) (Violet (Violet/Black) Do Not Connect Do Not Conne
Notes • When using a two-speaker installation, the Green, Green/Black, Violet, Violet/Black wires, which are used for a four-speaker installation, are not used. The ends of these wires must be covered with electrical tape to prevent them from shorting to the unit or the vehicle chassis. • When using a two-speaker installation, set the FADER control to the center position. REPLACING THE FUSE When fuse replacement is necessary remove the blown fuse by using pliers. Then install the new 10 amp. fuse.
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