Dual MXD378SXM

Preparation

Before You Start

• Disconnect negative battery terminal. Consult a qualified technician for instructions.
• Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperatures (e.g., direct sunlight), dust, dirt, or excessive vibration.

Mounting the Head Unit: Typical DIN Mounting

Step 1: Insert the mounting sleeve into the installation kit or dashboard.

Step 2: Bend multiple mounting tabs around the mounting sleeve until it is secure.

Step 3: Connect all wiring harnesses and slide the head unit into the mounting sleeve until it clicks into place.

Mounting the Head Unit: ISO Mounting

Using the existing brackets or the brackets supplied with the installation kit, mount the brackets to the sides of the head unit with the screws supplied with the head unit.

Wiring Diagram

SXM IN: Includes SiriusXM Connect Tuner and Antenna.

BLUE: Remote Turn-On. Connect to amplifier or power antenna. Insulate wire if not used.

BLACK: Ground. Connect to vehicle chassis ground.

RED: Accessory. Connect to existing ignition circuit or switched 12-volt source.

YELLOW: Memory. Connect to battery circuit or constant 12-volt source.

Speaker Outputs:

• Right Front: Gray (+) / Gray/Black (-)
• Right Rear: Violet (+) / Violet/Black (-)
• Left Front: White (+) / White/Black (-)
• Left Rear: Green (+) / Green/Black (-)

FUSE

When replacing the fuse, ensure it is the correct type and amperage. Using an incorrect fuse could damage the radio. The unit uses one 10-amp ATM fuse located beside the heat sink.

For more information on installing the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle tuner, consult the installation guide included with the tuner.

Control Locations

Head Unit Controls

• 1. BAND / DISP
• 2. Talk
• 3. Volume up/down ?
• 4. Tune / Track up ⏩
• 5. Power / Mode ?
• 6. USB port ?
• 7. Release panel
• 8. Auxiliary Input ?
• 9. Preset 6 / Folder up ⬆️
• 10. Preset 5 / Folder down ⬇️
• 11. Preset 4 / Random
• 12. Preset 3 / Repeat
• 13. Preset 2 / Intro
• 14. Preset 1 / Play / Pause ▶️
• 15. IR Sensor
• 16. Tune / Track down ⏪
• 17. Mute / AS ?

Remote Control Functions

• 1. Mode
• 2. Volume Up ?
• 3. Power ?
• 4. Audio
• 5. Tune Up ⏩
• 6. Volume Down ?
• 7. Band
• 8. Preset 3 / Repeat
• 9. Preset 2 / Intro
• 10. Preset 6 / Folder Up ⬆️
• 11. Mute ?
• 12. AS/PS
• 13. Preset 5 / Folder Down ⬇️
• 14. Preset 4 / Random
• 15. Preset 1 / Play / Pause ▶️
• 16. Bluetooth Talk ?
• 17. Tune Down ⏪

General Operation

• Power On/Off: Press the ? button to turn the unit on. Press again to turn the unit off.
• Changing Modes: Press MODE to select between Radio, USB, SiriusXM®, Auxiliary Input, and Bluetooth.
• Volume: Adjust volume using the volume knob (00-40).
• Mute: Press ? to silence the audio. Press again to resume listening at the previously selected volume.
• Auxiliary Inputs: Insert a 3.5mm cable into the unit's front AUX port ?.
• Reset: Press the RESET button ? to reset the unit to factory settings if abnormal operation occurs. The reset button is located on the front panel.
• Setting the Clock: Press the volume knob to select clock setting mode. Rotate the volume knob right to adjust hours and left to adjust minutes.
• Display: Press DISP to toggle display between various information.
• Audio / Menu: Press volume knob momentarily to select between Audio/Menu functions. Rotate the volume knob left/right to adjust or activate the desired function/audio.

AM/FM Tuner Operation

• Seek Tuning: Press TUNE ⏩ or ⏪ to seek the previous or next strong station.
• Manual Tuning: Press and hold TUNE ⏩ or ⏪ to enter manual tuning mode, then press TUNE ⏩ or ⏪ momentarily to change frequency up or down one step at a time. Press and hold TUNE ⏩ or ⏪ to advance quickly.
• Band: Press BAND to select between FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1, and AM2 bands. Up to six presets can be programmed for each band, enabling up to 18 FM stations and 12 AM stations to be stored.
• Storing Presets: Up to 18 FM and 12 AM stations can be stored. To store a station, select the desired band and station. Press and hold the desired preset button (1-6) for more than two seconds. The preset number will appear on the display.
• Recalling Presets: Preset stations can be recalled any time by pressing the corresponding preset button.
• Automatically Store: Press and hold MUTE/AS for more than 2 seconds to automatically store 18 FM stations and 12 AM stations.

USB Operation

• Playing MP3 Files: Insert a USB device ? containing MP3 files.
• Track Select: Press TUNE ⏩ to skip to the beginning of the next track. Press TUNE ⏪ to skip to the beginning of the previous track.
• Pause: Press ⏸️ to temporarily stop USB playback. Press ▶️ again to resume playback.
• Folder Access: Folders can be accessed by pressing Folder Up ⬆️ or Folder Down ⬇️. After the folder name is displayed for about one second, the first file under the selected folder will be displayed and playback will begin.
• Repeat: Press RPT to toggle between RPT ALL, RPT FLR, and RPT ONE.
  • RPT ALL: Plays all tracks on the USB device.
  • RPT ONE: Continuously repeats the selected track.
  • RPT FLR: Continuously repeats all files in the current folder.
• Random: Press RDM to play tracks in random order; press again to cancel the RDM function.
• Intro: Press INT to play the first 10 seconds of each track; press again to cancel the INT function.

Bluetooth® Operation

Preparation

Before using a Bluetooth device ?, it must be paired and connected. Ensure Bluetooth is activated on your device before beginning the pairing process.

Pairing a New Device

The head unit broadcasts the pairing signal constantly when no devices are connected. Complete the pairing sequence from your Bluetooth device. Refer to your device's owner's manual for more details.

Device Name: "MXD378SXM"

Bluetooth Passcode: "1234"

Note: The head unit can be in any mode of operation when pairing is performed.

Streaming Audio

The head unit supports A2DP wireless streaming audio from a Bluetooth mobile device directly to your head unit. The following functions can be used to control the music:

• Press ⏩ to skip to the next available audio track.
• Press ⏪ to skip to the previous audio track.
• Press ⏸️ to toggle between play and pause during playback.

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio Operation

SiriusXM® Radio brings you over 140 channels, including commercial-free music, sports, news, talk, comedy, and entertainment. A SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are required. For more information, visit www.siriusxm.com.

Activating SiriusXM® Radio

After installing your SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and antenna, power on your radio and select SiriusXM mode ?. You should hear the SiriusXM preview channel on Channel 1. Tune to Channel 0 to find the Radio ID of your tuner (located on the tuner and its packaging). Note: The Radio ID does not include the letters I, O, S, or F.

USA Activation: Visit www.siriusxm.com/activatenow or call SiriusXM Listener Care at 1-866-635-2349.

Canadian Subscriptions: Visit www.siriusxm.ca/activatexm or call XM Customer Care at 1-877-438-9677.

Activation typically takes 10-15 minutes, but may take up to one hour. Your radio needs to be powered on and receiving the SiriusXM signal to receive the activation message 'UPDATED'.

Accessing SiriusXM® Radio

Press the Mode button to access SiriusXM mode and begin operation.

Operation of SiriusXM® Radio: Refer to MXD378SXM SXM Manual.

Troubleshooting

SiriusXM® Radio Advisory Messages

Limited One Year Warranty

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Dual Electronics Corp. warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase.

Dual Electronics Corp. agrees, at its option, during the warranty period, to repair any defect or furnish an equal new, renewed, or comparable product (whichever is deemed necessary) in exchange without charges, subject to verification of the defect and proof of purchase. Subsequent replacement products are warranted for the balance of the original warranty period.

Who is covered?

This warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser for products purchased from an authorized Dual dealer and used in the U.S.A.

What is covered?

This warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship. The following are NOT covered: software, installation/removal costs, damage from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, product modification, improper installation, incorrect line voltage, unauthorized repair, or failure to follow instructions. Damage occurring during return shipment is also not covered. Specific license conditions and copyright notices for the software can be found via www.dualav.com.

What to do?

1. Before calling for service, check the troubleshooting guide in this manual. An adjustment of custom controls may save a service call.
2. If service is required during the warranty period, carefully pack the product (preferably in original packaging) and ship it by prepaid transportation with a copy of the original receipt from the retailer to an authorized service center.
3. Describe your problem in writing, including your name, a return UPS shipping address (P.O. Box not acceptable), and a daytime phone number with your shipment.
4. For more information and the location of the nearest authorized service center, contact Dual Electronics Corp.:
   • Call toll-free: 1-866-382-5476
   • E-mail: cs@dualav.com

Exclusion of Certain Damages:

This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. No person is authorized to assume any other liability in connection with the sale of this product. In no event shall the company be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject 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.

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Specifications

FM Tuner

• Tuning range: 87.5MHz-107.9MHz
• Usable sensitivity: 8.5dBf
• 50dB quieting sensitivity: 10dBf
• Stereo separation @ 1kHz: >30dB
• Frequency response: 30Hz-13kHz

AM Tuner

• Tuning range: 530kHz-1710kHz
• Usable sensitivity: <42dBu
• Frequency response: 30Hz-2.2kHz

General

• Speaker output impedance: 4~8 ohms
• Line output voltage: 2 Volts RMS
• Dimensions: 7" x 3.8" x 2" (178 x 97 x 50 mm)

Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications

(reference: 14.4VDC +/- 0.2V, 20Hz~20kHz)

• Power Output: 16 Watts RMS x 4 channels at 4 ohms and < 1% THD+N
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 75dBA (reference: 1 watt into 4 ohms)