Caliber RMD 803DAB-BT Quickstart Guide

Model: RMD 803DAB-BT

Brand: Caliber

Introduction

This document provides a quick start guide for the Caliber RMD 803DAB-BT car stereo, covering its features, connections, operations, and safety precautions.

Front view of the Caliber RMD 803DAB-BT car stereo, featuring a 6.2" TFT-LCD touch screen displaying the "MOVIE in full color" logo. Buttons and ports are visible on the front panel.

Connections

The RMD 803DAB-BT offers various connection ports for audio, video, antenna, and power.

Rear Panel Connections

1 SUB-OUT: Subwoofer output
2 RIGHT-OUT: Right audio output
3 LEFT-OUT: Left audio output
4 VIDEO-OUT: Video output
5 AUX-AUDIO-R-IN: Right AUX audio input
6 AUX-AUDIO-L-IN: Left AUX audio input
7 N/A: Not applicable
8 REAR-CAM-IN: Rear camera input
9 AUX-VIDEO-IN: AUX video input
10 RADIO-Antenna: Antenna connection
11 USB 5VDC 1,5A: USB port (Charge output only)
12 DAB: DAB antenna input
13 MIC-IN: Microphone input

ISO Speaker Connection

Connector A	Connector B
1. BRAKING	1. REAR RIGHT SPEAKER (+)
2. REAR CAMERA	2. REAR RIGHT SPEAKER (-)
3. N/A	3. FRONT RIGHT SPEAKER (+)
4. BATTERY +	4. FRONT RIGHT SPEAKER (-)
5. AUTO ANT	5. FRONT LEFT SPEAKER (+)
6. ILL	6. FRONT LEFT SPEAKER (-)
7. ACC+12V	7. REAR LEFT SPEAKER (+)
8. GND	8. REAR LEFT SPEAKER (-)

Unit Buttons and Connections

The front panel of the RMD 803DAB-BT features several buttons and ports:

1. Display: 6.2" TFT-LCD touch screen.
2. Reset: Resets the unit to factory settings.
3. IR sensor: Infrared sensor for remote control.
4. Mic: Built-in microphone.
5. BND: Button to change the band (AM/FM/DAB+).
6. VOL/SEL: Rotate to adjust volume or settings; press to enter the audio menu. Pressing once when ON turns the display OFF (video output remains active); pressing again turns it back ON; pressing and holding turns the unit OFF.
7. HOME: Navigates to the "HOME" screen (main menu).
8. AUX: 3.5mm Jack-in for audio input.
9. SD: Micro SD card reader (max. 32GB).
10. USB: Standard USB port (max. 32GB).

Remote Control

The unit comes with a remote control for convenient operation.

Diagram of the remote control with numbered buttons.

1. ⏻ (Standby): Turns the unit on/off.
2. MUTE: Mutes or unmutes audio.
3. MODE: Selects between Radio, USB/SD, AUX, Bluetooth.
4. ◀: Moves cursor left.
5. USB/SD: Switches to USB or SD input (if available).
6. ◀◀: Auto search / Previous track.
7. BAND AMS: Switches radio bands; press and hold for auto search.
8. VOL -: Decreases volume.
9. No. 0-9: Numeric buttons for direct input or selection.
10. MENU: Accesses the main menu.
11. ▲: Moves cursor up.
12. ▶: Moves cursor right.
13. II ENTER: Play/Pause, Select, or Enter.
14. ▶▶: Auto search / Next track.
15. ▼: Moves cursor down.
16. VOL +: Increases volume.
17. SEL: Sound select key.
18. ?: Answers an incoming call.
19. ?: Hangs up or rejects a call.

Operations

Basic Operations

Home Screen: Press the [HOME] button to access the main menu. Select modes like RADIO, USB, SD, Bluetooth, or AUX, or enter SETUP/EQ.
Sound Control: Use the [VOL/SEL] knob to adjust volume. Access Audio Settings via the HOME button and EQ menu for equalizer and loudness adjustments.
Day/Night Display: Tap the sun/moon icon on the screen to adjust brightness.
Setup: Access the [SETUP] icon in the main menu to configure audio, date/time, language, and calibration.

Radio Operations

Band: Press [BND] to select FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1, or AM2. Up to 6 presets can be stored per band.
DAB+: Press [DAB] to select an available DAB+ station.
Radio Seek Function: In Radio Mode, press and hold the ◀ or ▶ buttons for automatic frequency seek, or tap them for manual step-by-step tuning.
Save Preset Stations: Tune to a station, then press and hold one of the numbered preset buttons (e.g., 87.50, 98.00) until a beep is heard. The station is saved.
RDS: Use the on-screen buttons for RDS functions (AF, TA, PTY). Note: RDS availability may vary by country.

DAB+ Operations

Tap the SEARCH button to find all available DAB stations.
A list of available DAB stations appears on the right side of the screen.
Tap ◀ or ▶ to select the previous or next available DAB station.
Tap BACK or HOME to return to the main interface.
Antenna installation instructions are provided separately.

Bluetooth Operations

Pairing: Enable Bluetooth on your mobile phone and search for devices. Select "RMD803DABBT_CAL" and use "0000" as the password. The connected device name will appear on screen upon successful connection.
Dial Pad: Use the dial pad to enter a number and press the green [CALL] button to dial.
Call List: Displays your phonebook if permission is granted. Use the 'refresh' button to load your phone's contacts.
A2DP: Press the [MUSIC ♫] button to control music playback from your phone via on-screen controls.
Incoming Calls: Use the green button to answer, or the red button to end/reject calls.

USB/SD Operations

Plug in a USB or SD card. The unit will automatically play the content.
Use on-screen buttons to control audio playback.

Mirror Link

Connect your phone via USB data cable. Your phone will prompt you to download the correct app. Note: Some phones may have compatibility issues.

Specifications

General

Power supply: 12V DC, negative ground.
Max power output: 75W x 4 channels.
RMS power output: 25W x 4 channels (at 10% T.H.D.).
Speaker impedance: 4-8 ohm.
Fuse: 10A.
Dimensions (WxHxD): 178 x 100 x 150mm.

TFT LCD

Display resolution: 800(W) x 480(H).
Screen size: 6.2" (Diagonal).

Video Output Level

Composite: 1.0 ± 0.2Vp-p.
Load impedance: 75 ohms.

USB/SD

Video Type: 16:9 and 4:3.
Compatible: MPEG1/MPEG2/MPEG4/DivX/WMA, PAL/NTSC.
System: N/A.

Audio

Compatible: MP3/WAV.
System: 24bit/96KHz.

Photo

Compatible: JPEG/BMP/GIF/PNG/TIFF.

Radio

FM Stereo Radio Frequency range: 87.5-108.0 MHz (Europe).
FM sensitivity: 12dBu.
Stereo separation: 35dB (1 KHz).
AM(MW) Radio Frequency range: 522-1620 KHz (Europe).

DAB+ TUNER

Frequency Range: 174~240MHz.
Antenna type: Screen mount, Male SMA connector. Active (requires separate 12V power supply).

Bluetooth®

Supports: A2DP and AVRCP profile.
Bluetooth® range: Up to 10 meters (without barrier).
Transmission: Freq range: 2402-2480 Mhz/Max e.r.p: <100mW/20dBm.

Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

DAB Antenna Installation

Follow these steps to install the DAB antenna:

Place the antenna on the windshield near the 'A' post.
Remove the cover of the A-post.
Stick the transparent part of the antenna onto the windshield and position the black part on the metal frame.
Attach the antenna to the metal of the car frame. No paint removal is necessary.
Power the DAB Antenna using the blue(/white) 12V Remote wire from the ISO Connector (3A). Ensure wires are stripped before connecting.

Safety Information

⚠️ WARNING: This symbol indicates important instructions. Failure to follow these can lead to injury or material damage.

Do not operate functions that distract from safe driving. Stop the vehicle in a safe place before using such functions.
Keep volume at a level that allows you to hear outside noises. Excessive volume can mask emergency sirens or warning signals and cause accidents or hearing damage.
Do not disassemble or modify the unit, as this may cause accidents, fire, or electric shock.
Use only with 12V DC negative ground vehicles.
Keep small objects like screws away from children.
Use the correct fuse rating when replacing fuses.
Do not block vents or radiator panels to prevent overheating and fire.
Use this product only for mobile 12V applications.
Stop use immediately if a problem occurs to prevent injury or damage. Return to an authorized Caliber dealer for repair.
Clean the product with a soft, dry cloth. Dampen with water only for stubborn stains.
Ensure the vehicle temperature is between 0°C and +45°C before operating the unit.
For maintenance, return the unit to an authorized Caliber dealer.

Disposal Information

Old appliances and batteries must not be disposed of with household waste. Users are legally obliged to dispose of them separately at designated collection points.

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