Caliber RCD 238DAB-BT Quickstart Guide
This guide provides essential information for the safe and effective use of your Caliber RCD 238DAB-BT car stereo.
Product Overview
The Caliber RCD 238DAB-BT is a car stereo system featuring DAB+, CD, Bluetooth, FM radio, and USB/SD card compatibility.
Specifications
General:
- Power Supply: 12V DC, negative ground
- Max Power Output: 75W x 4 channels
- RMS Power Output: 25W x 4 channels (@ 10% T.H.D.)
- Speaker Impedance: 4-8 ohm
- Fuse: 10A
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 178 x 178 x 51mm
USB/SD:
- Audio compatible system: MP3/WAV
- Bit/Sample Rate: 24bit/96KHz
Radio:
- FM Stereo Radio Frequency Range: 87.5-108.0 MHz (Europe)
- FM Sensitivity: 12dBu
- Stereo Separation: 35dB (1 KHz)
DAB+ Tuner:
- Frequency Range: 174~240MHz
- Antenna Type: Screen mount Male SMA connector (Active, with 5V phantom power supply)
CD Player:
- Signal / Noise Ratio: >80dB
- Frequency Response: 20Hz~20KHz
- Channel Separation: >50dB
- D/A Converter: 16Bit
Bluetooth Streaming Function:
- Supports: A2DP and AVRCP profiles
- Bluetooth Range: up to 10 meters (without barrier)
- Transmission Frequency Range: 2402-2480 Mhz
- Max e.r.p: <100mW/20dBm
Connection Diagram
The unit features:
- Antenna input (DIN)
- DAB antenna input
- Stereo RCA output (White: Left / Red: Right)
- Sub output (White: Left / Red: Right)
- Microphone IN (3.5mm jack)
ISO Connector A:
- A1: --
- A2: --
- A3: --
- A4: Battery 12V (+) > Yellow
- A5: Remote / Antenna > Blue-White (+12V)
- A6: --
- A7: ACC+ / Ignition > Red
- A8: Ground > Black
ISO Connector B:
- B1: Rear right speaker(+) > Purple
- B2: Rear right speaker(-) > Purple-Black
- B3: Front right speaker(+) > Grey
- B4: Front right speaker(-) > Grey-Black
- B5: Front left speaker(+) > White
- B6: Front left speaker(-) > White-Black
- B7: Rear left speaker(+) > Green
- B8: Rear left speaker(-) > Green-Black
DAB Antenna Installation
The DAB antenna should be placed on the windshield near the 'A post'.
Installation Steps:
- Remove the cover of the A-post.
- Stick the transparent part of the antenna on the windshield and place the black part on the metal frame.
- Attach the antenna to the metal of the car frame. No paint removal is necessary.
The active DAB+ antenna is powered through the antenna wire (+5V), requiring no separate power source.
DAB Settings and Playback
To use DAB radio:
- Connect the DAB antenna correctly as per the wiring diagram.
- Press the [MODE] button to switch to DAB mode. The system will automatically search and store stations on first use. To re-scan, press the [SCAN] button.
- After a full scan, the 18 strongest stations are stored in three DAB bands (six presets per band).
- Switch between DAB bands (DAB1, DAB2, DAB3) using the [BND] button.
- Use the preset buttons (16-21) or the [ / ] buttons (12/13) to select stations 1-6.
Important Safety Precautions
WARNING:
- Read the manual carefully before use.
- Do not operate any function that distracts from safe driving. Perform such functions only when the vehicle is stopped.
- Keep volume at a level that allows you to hear outside noises.
- Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
- Use only in vehicles with a 12V negative ground system.
- Keep small objects like screws out of reach of children.
- Replace fuses only with the correct ampere rating.
- Do not block vents or radiator panels.
- Do not insert hands, fingers, or foreign objects into slots or gaps.
- Stop use immediately if a problem occurs.
Product Cleaning: Use a soft, dry cloth. For stubborn stains, dampen the cloth with water only.
Temperature: Ensure the vehicle temperature is between 0°C and +45°C before turning on the unit.
Disc Handling:
- Do not drop discs. Avoid touching the playing surface.
- Do not write on discs or affix labels.
- Clean discs by wiping from the center outwards with a soft cloth.
- Use only round discs. Irregularly shaped discs can damage the mechanism.
- If a new disc is ejected, check for irregularities around the center hole and edge.
Installation Location: Avoid direct sunlight, heat, high humidity, water, excessive dust, and vibrations.
Maintenance: Do not attempt to repair the unit yourself. Contact an authorized Caliber dealer.
Disposal Information
Old appliances and batteries must be disposed of separately from household waste at designated collection points.
Compliance Information
Caliber declares that the RCD238DAB-BT complies with essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU (RED) and 2011/65/EU (ROHS).
Further information can be found at: https://calibereurope.com/nlmedia/forms/DeclarationRCD238DAB-BT.pdf
