Power Acoustik CPAA-70M AV Center
2-Din Headunit
Owner's Manual
Key Features
- MP3/MP4/USB/SD/AUX support
- Built-in AM/FM & Bluetooth
- Supports Apple CarPlay
- Supports Android Auto
- 300 Watt 4CH Amplifier
The CPAA-70M is a versatile AV center designed for your vehicle, offering a wide range of entertainment and connectivity options.
Introduction and Safety
Safety Warning and Considerations:
- Clean only with a dry cloth.
- Install in a dry location, ensuring ventilation openings are not blocked.
- Do not mount in the engine compartment or on hot surfaces.
- Securely mount the product to prevent loosening due to collisions or vibrations.
- Exercise caution during installation to avoid damage to vehicle systems. Consult a dealer for complex installations.
- Route all wiring inside the vehicle.
- Take precautions when connecting to the vehicle's battery to avoid electric shock.
- Protect wires from sharp edges using rubber grommets.
- Secure wiring with cable ties or clamps.
- Refer servicing to qualified professionals for any damage, liquid spills, or operational issues.
- Replace fuses only with the correct type and value when the apparatus is powered off.
- Prolonged exposure to high sound pressure levels may cause hearing loss.
- This product is designed for 12V systems only.
Wiring Connection
The headunit utilizes an ISO connector for various connections including power, speakers, antenna, and accessories. Refer to the diagram for specific wire color and function mapping.
Key Connections:
- Power: BATT (Yellow), ACC (Red), GND (Black)
- Speakers: Front Left (White), Front Right (Red), Rear Left (White), Rear Right (Red)
- Antenna: Radio Antenna (Blue)
- Other: Parking (Pink), Reverse (Orange), External Microphone (Black), F-Camera +12V (Red), F-Camera-GND (Black), BT Antenna (Blue)
Fuse: Max. 15 Ampere. Voltage: 12V DC; Negative Ground.
Installation & Accessories
Installation Steps:
- Attach mounting brackets to the headunit using screws.
- Ensure the vehicle ignition is off and the battery is disconnected before installation.
- Disconnect the wire harness and antenna before installation.
- Attach brackets to the sides of the headunit.
- Consult a dealer if drilling or vehicle modification is required.
- Install the headunit into the dashboard.
- Connect the wire harness and antenna carefully.
- Install the plastic outer trim ring if necessary.
- Reconnect the battery and test all functions.
- Results may vary based on vehicle type; consult your car dealer if you have questions.
Included Accessories:
- Mounting Brackets (2)
- Mounting Screws (8)
- Remote Control (1)
- Trim Ring (1)
- User Manual (1)
- Power Harness (1)
- Warranty Card (1)
Parking & Speaker Connections
Parking Wire: Connect to the brake signal to enable video playback while the vehicle is parked. For safety, programs can be viewed on the touchscreen when connected.
Reverse Signal: Connect the reserve signal at the car's taillight (10V+ required) to display the rear-view camera image when in reverse gear.
Speaker Connection:
- Recommended speakers: Minimum 40 Watt potential.
- Impedance: Use 4Ω to 8Ω speakers only. Higher or lower impedance may damage the headunit.
- Speaker cables and external amplifiers should be kept at least 30cm away from the antenna.
- Do not connect speaker leads to the battery.
- Check speaker wiring in your car before connecting.
Panel Function Introduction
The headunit features several physical controls:
- Microphone: Built-in microphone for hands-free calls and voice commands.
- Remote Sensor: Receives signals from the remote control.
- Home Button: Returns to the main menu.
- Mute Button: Mutes or unmutes audio output.
- Rotary Knob: Powers the unit on/off, adjusts volume, and activates Siri/AA voice functions.
- NEXT Button: Skips to the next preset/track or performs an automatic seek (upward).
- Previous Button: Skips to the previous preset/track or performs an automatic seek (downward).
- Micro SD Slot: For music and video playback.
- Reset: Resets the unit to factory settings.
- USB Port: For music and video playback.
- AUX Input: 3.5mm jack for audio playback.
Remote Control Introduction
The included remote control provides access to various functions:
- Power On/Off: Turns the unit on or off; short press mutes/unmutes.
- Mode: Switches between different modes (Radio, USB, Bluetooth, etc.).
- Answer/Reject Button: Answers or rejects incoming calls.
- VOL+/-: Adjusts volume.
- NEXT/Previous: Navigates through tracks or radio presets.
- Play/Pause: Controls media playback.
- VOL-: Decreases volume.
- Siri/AA: Activates Siri or Android Auto voice assistant.
- CP/AA: Directly enters CarPlay or Android Auto interface.
- Number Keys: Used for radio presets, track selection, or dialing phone numbers.
Functions Application
Basic Operations:
- Main Menu: Access various functions like Radio, Phone, Android Auto/CarPlay, USB, and BT Music.
- Radio: Tune into AM/FM stations, switch between bands, access EQ settings, and use tuning features like LOCAL/DX and preset scanning.
- RDS Function: Displays traffic information, station names, and allows searching by program type.
- Phone: Enables hands-free calling via Bluetooth. Features include dialing, answering, call history, phonebook access, and music playback.
- Pair/Connect: Connect your smartphone via Bluetooth by searching for devices and pairing.
External Play Device & File List Browsing:
- Connect a USB device for music, video, or other media playback.
- Browse folders and files, select audio or video files.
- Playback controls include play/pause, next/previous track, fast forward/reverse, repeat modes, and random playback.
- EQ Settings: Adjust audio equalization for different music genres.
Video Playback:
- Magnify the display screen.
- Adjust display brightness.
Settings Operation:
- Time Setting: Set Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute.
- Sound Setting: Adjust Beep, Reverse Volume, EQ, Subwoofer, and Volume Control for different audio sources.
- EQ Settings: Choose from presets (Standard, Custom, Classic, Rock, Jazz, Electric, Pop, Soft) or adjust the 16-band equalizer manually.
- Surround Sound: Adjust surround sound settings.
- Subwoofer Settings: Control Subwoofer On/Off, Frequency, and Level.
- Volume Control: Set default volume levels for Main, BT Talking, Navi, and Voice.
- General Setting: Adjust screen brightness (1-10), contrast, and RDS On/Off.
- SWC (Steering Wheel Control): Configure steering wheel controls.
- Radio Area: Select the appropriate radio region for optimal reception.
- Serial/Version: View serial number and version information.
- Language: Select the desired language for the interface.
- Reset Factory Data: Reset the unit to factory default settings.
- MIC Switch: Select front or rear external microphone.
- Driver Position: Set driver position (Left/Right) for optimal CarPlay UI.
- Driver Forbidden Watch Video: Enable/disable video playback while driving.
- Seven Colour Light: Adjust LED panel lighting.
- LED Panel-Light: Select LED color.
Demo Mode: Cycle through display effects.
Wallpapers Setting: Choose custom wallpapers.
AV In: Connect video and audio sources via the AV input jack.
AUX In: Connect audio sources via the front panel AUX input jack.
Android Auto™/CarPlay™: Connect your smartphone to access navigation, music, calls, and more.
Common Trouble-shooting
| Problem | Cause | Correct Action |
|---|---|---|
| Cannot power on | Check fuse | Replace fuse |
| After ignition switch off, setting information are lost | Other factors causing MPU to malfunction | Press RES button on the panel using a sharp point then power on |
| Poor performance of radio station | Weak signal | Move the car to another place, then try again |
| No Picture/Image | Other factors causing MPU to malfunction | Press RES button on the panel by penpoint, then, power on |
| Cannot watch video during driving | Video viewing is not allowed during driving. | Park the car in, put the car in "P" position, pull up the hand brake, parking brake wire must be grounded. |
Specifications
General:
- Power Supply: DC10-16V
- Grounding System: Negative Ground
- Current Drain: 15A (Max.)
- Speaker Impedance: 4 ohm per channel
- Frequency Response: 20Hz~20kHz
- Operating Temperature: -20~+60°C
- Dimensions: 178mm(W)x125mm(D)x100mm(H)
TFT Display:
- Screen Size: 7 inch
- Resolution: 1024x600 Pixels
FM Radio:
- Frequency Range (USA): 87.5~107.9MHz
- Frequency Range (Europe): 87.5~108.0MHz
- Enable Sensitivity (S/N=30dB): ≤15dB
- SN Ratio: ≥55dB
- Stereo Separation: ≥30dB
AM Radio:
- Frequency Range (USA): 530~1710KHz
- Frequency Range (Europe): 522~1620KHz
- Enable Sensitivity (S/N=20dB): ≤40dB
- SN Ratio: ≥45dB
Line-out / Subwoofer Output:
- Maximum Output Level (10Kohms load): ≥4V rms
- Subwoofer Output Level: ≥4V rms
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