JENSEN AWM968 Mobile Audio System

Installation and Operation Manual

Guide d'installation et d'opération

Introduction

Thank you for choosing a Jensen product. This manual provides clear and easy-to-follow instructions for using all the features of your new Jensen receiver for maximum enjoyment.

Features of the Jensen AWM968 mobile audio system:

Digital AM/FM Tuner with 30 Preset stations (12 AM/18 FM).
Bluetooth Ready with A2DP/AVRCP Streaming Audio.
Skip Protected Disc Mechanism.
Compatible with CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, DVD+R, DVD RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-Video, MPEG-4, VCD, JPEG, and MP3/WMA formats.
Last Track Memory.
Time/Alarm Clock.
LCD Backlight Controls.
1/8" Front Auxiliary Audio/Video Input.
Rear Audio/Video RCA Inputs/Outputs.
USB Input.
3 Zone / 8 Speaker Output.
Wireless Remote Control Included.

Precautions:

Power Supply: Use only a 12-volt DC, negative ground battery system.
Disc Mechanism: Avoid inserting foreign objects into the disc slot to prevent malfunction.
Service: Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust. Contact a professional for assistance.
Moisture: Do not expose to rain or moisture to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock.
Cleaning: Clean the front with a slightly damp cloth. Do not use cleansers.
Accessories: Use only recommended accessories to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock.

Caution: This mobile DVD player is a Class I laser product. Operate as instructed. Do not open covers or attempt self-repair.

Packing List:

The packing list includes the AWM968 unit, a remote control with battery, a 20-pin power/A-B speaker mating pigtail, and an AUX audio/video cable.

Diagram Description: The unit is shown from the front, highlighting its control panel and display. The remote control is shown separately. Wiring harnesses and cables are also depicted.

Installation

Read all instructions before installation. Professional installation by a reputable RV dealership is recommended.

Tools and Supplies Needed:

Phillips screwdriver
Wire cutters and strippers
Tools to remove existing radio (e.g., screwdriver, socket wrench)
Electrical tape
Crimping tool
Volt meter/test light
16 gauge wire for power connections
16-18 gauge speaker wire

Disconnecting the Battery:

Turn off the ignition and remove the negative (-) battery cable before installation to prevent a short circuit. Note: If the vehicle has an on-board computer, do not disconnect the battery cable to avoid losing computer memory. Exercise extra caution in such cases.

Selecting the Mounting Location:

Avoid locations exposed to heat, adjacent to heat-radiating equipment, poorly-ventilated, dusty, moist, or humid areas.

Preparing the Opening:

Use the provided mounting hole diagram to measure and cut the opening. Mount the unit using four M3x20mm screws. Ensure the area behind the mounting location is clear of wires, fuel, and brake lines.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the dimensions for the mounting hole, including screw placement.

Mounting the Radio:

Route power, speaker, and antenna cables through the hole and connect them to the unit as per the wiring diagram. Test operation after ensuring correct connections.

Wiring

The wiring diagram details all necessary connections for proper operation.

Wiring Harness Connector (Detail A):

PIN NO.	WIRE COLOR	DESCRIPTION
1	PINK/BLACK	RIGHT (C) SPEAKER (-)
2	PINK	RIGHT (C) SPEAKER (+)
3	GREEN	LEFT (C) SPEAKER (+)
4	GREEN/BLACK	LEFT (C) SPEAKER (-)
5	BROWN/BLACK	LEFT (B) SPEAKER (-)
6	GRAY	FRONT RIGHT (A) SPEAKER (+)
7	GRAY/BLACK	FRONT RIGHT (A) SPEAKER (-)
8	RED	ACCESSORY/IGNITION (+)
9	WHITE/BLACK	FRONT LEFT (A) SPEAKER (-)
10	WHITE	FRONT LEFT (A) SPEAKER (+)
11	ORANGE	RIGHT (B) SPEAKER (+)
12	ORANGE/BLACK	RIGHT (B) SPEAKER (-)
13	BROWN	LEFT (B) SPEAKER (+)
14	BLUE	POWER ANTENNA
15	YELLOW	MEMORY/BATTERY (+)
16	BLACK	GROUND
17	VIOLET	RIGHT REAR (A) SPEAKER (+)
18	VIOLET/BLACK	RIGHT REAR (A) SPEAKER (-)
19	LIGHT GREEN/BLACK	LEFT REAR (A) SPEAKER (-)
20	LIGHT GREEN	LEFT REAR (A) SPEAKER (+)

Diagram Description: A detailed wiring diagram shows the pinout of the main connector, including wire colors and their functions (speaker connections, power, ground, antenna). It also shows the rear connections for Audio/Video In and Out. A 10 AMP FUSE is indicated.

Basic Operation

Power ?: Press the POWER button (3) to turn the unit on or enter standby mode.
Volume Control/Audio Adjustment/Menu: Rotate the VOL/PUSH/ENTER control (24) to adjust volume. Press the AUDIO button (23) to cycle through Bass (BAS), Treble (TRE), Balance (BAL), and Fade (FAD) adjustments.
Mute/Loudness: Press MUTE/LOUD (18) to silence audio. Press again to restore. Press and hold to toggle Loudness on/off.
Audible Beep Confirmation: Press and hold AUDIO (23), then rotate VOL/PUSH/ENTER (24) to turn audible beeps ON or OFF.
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD): The LCD panel (1) shows frequency, time, and functions. Adjust brightness using BRIGHT +/- buttons (2).
Auxiliary Input Function: Press AUX (7) to access AUX 1 IN (rear) or AUX 2 IN (front). Connect portable audio devices using a 3.5mm cable.
Auxiliary Input Connector: The front panel has an AUX A/V IN connector (21) for connecting external audio/video sources like game players or cameras using a 3.5mm A/V cable adapter.

Diagram Description: The front panel of the unit is shown with numbered controls corresponding to the operations described. A separate diagram illustrates the auxiliary input connectors.

USB Interface Connector

Connect USB devices to the USB interface (20) for playback. Press DVD/USB (8) to switch to USB mode. Note: USB does not support Apple device playback or charging.

Clock Display

Press T/F (25) to switch between clock time and playback time.

Clock Setup

Press and hold CLOCK HR (11) to set the hour, and CLOCK MIN (12) to set the minutes. Time saves automatically after five seconds.

Setting the Sleep Time

Press ALARM SET (17) and then press ALARM SET repeatedly to set sleep time (15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes).

Setting the Alarm

Press and hold ALARM SET (17). Clock digits will flash. Use HR (11) and MIN (12) buttons to set the alarm time. Press ALARM SET (17) to save. Press ALARM ON/OFF (16) to enable/disable the alarm.

Speaker Output

Use the A SPEAKER, B SPEAKER, and C SPEAKER buttons (22) to control speaker output for each zone.

Reset

Use a ballpoint pen or similar object to press the reset button (4) for initial installation, if buttons malfunction, or if an error symbol appears.

AM/FM Tuner Operation

Selecting a Band: Press FM/AM (6) to switch between AM1, AM2, FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands.
Tuning/Preset Stations:
- Manual Tuning: Use TUNE/SEEK/TRACK >>| (13) to tune up, and |<< (14) to tune down.
- Seek Tuning: Press and hold TUNE/SEEK/TRACK >>| or |<< (13, 14) to automatically seek the next/previous strong station.
- Preset Stations: Store a station by pressing and holding a numbered preset button (1-6) for three seconds. Recall a station by pressing the desired preset button.
- Automatic Store/Preset Scan (AS/PS): Press and hold AS/PS (26) to automatically scan and store the six strongest stations. Briefly press AS/PS to scan through preset stations, playing each for five seconds.

Diagram Description: The front panel controls are shown, with specific buttons highlighted for tuner operations.

CD Operation

Inserting a CD: Insert label-side up into the disc slot (10).
Ejecting a CD: Press EJECT (19) to stop play and eject.
Pausing Playback: Press 2/|| (28) to pause or resume.
Stopping Playback: Press 5/ (31) to stop. Press 2/|| (28) to resume. Press 5/ twice for full stop.
Track Select: Use TUNE/SEEK/TRACK >>| (13) or |<< (14) to advance tracks. Press and hold for fast forward/reverse.
Repeat (RPT): Press 6/RPT (32) to cycle through REP ONE, REP ALL, or REP OFF.
Random Shuffle (RDM): Press 4/RDM (30) to play tracks in random order (RDM ON/OFF).
Programmed Playback: Use the PROG button (8) on the remote to access the programming screen. Use cursor buttons (16) and number buttons to select tracks. Press >/|| (18) or highlight PLAY and press ENTER (5) to start. Use CLEAR to delete the list.
Remote Control Direct Track Entry: Use the remote's number pad (10) to enter track numbers. For two-digit tracks, use 10+ followed by the second digit.
GOTO Direct Track/Chapter Access: Use GOTO (26) on the remote, enter a 3-digit track number, and press ENTER (5).

Diagram Description: The front panel controls are shown with numbered buttons. A diagram illustrates the programmed playback screen.

CD Playback Information:

The display shows track number (e.g., TRK 1/18), repeat status (X, 1, A), and playback time (elapsed/remaining).

DVD/VCD Operation

Inserting a Disc: Insert label-side up into the disc slot (10). Press DVD/USB (8) to switch sources.
Ejecting a DVD: Press EJECT (19).
Pausing Playback: Press 2/|| (28).
Stopping Playback: Press 5/ (31) for STOP.
Track Select: Use TUNE/SEEK/TRACK >>| (13) or |<< (14).
Enter/Select: Use VOL/PUSH/ENTER (24) to select menu options.
Language Selection: Press 6/RPT (32) to change DVD audio language.
Fast Forward/Reverse: Press and hold TUNE/SEEK/TRACK >>| or |<< (13, 14) or use remote buttons >>/<< (17). Press 2/|| (28) to resume.
Repeat Chapter/Title: Press 6/RPT (32) or RPT (21) on remote to select REP 1, REP ALL, or REP OFF for VCD/DVD.
Programmed Playback: Use PROG (8) on remote, cursor (16), and number buttons to program playback order. Press >/|| (18) or PLAY to start.
DVD Playback Features: Remote buttons LANG, SUBTITLE, ANGLE, ZOOM allow selection of alternate audio/subtitle languages, viewing angles, and zoom levels.

Diagram Description: The front panel controls are shown. A diagram illustrates the programmed playback screen for DVDs.

DVD Playback Information:

The display shows title/chapter progress (e.g., TT 5/8, CH 2/16), audio language (e.g., 1/5 ENG, 5.1 CH), subtitle language (e.g., 1/4 ENG), and angle information. Playback time (elapsed/remaining) is also shown.

MP3/USB Operation

MP3 Monitor Display: Shows file list and playback information.
Insert/Eject Disc: Insert CD label-side up into slot (10). Press EJECT (19) to eject.
Insert/Remove USB Device: Connect USB device to connector (20). Press DVD/USB (8) to access USB mode. To remove, change mode first.
Play/Pause: Press 2/|| (28).
Track Select: Use TUNE/SEEK/TRACK >>| (13) or |<< (14) to select previous/next file.
Folder Up/Down: Press and hold 6/RPT (32) for FOLDER UP. Press and hold 5/ (31) for FOLDER DN.
Repeat (RPT): Press 6/RPT (32) to select REP 1, REP DIR, REP ALL, or OFF.
Random Shuffle (RDM): Press 4/RDM (30) for random playback (RDM ON/OFF).
Fast Forward/Reverse: Press and hold TUNE/SEEK/TRACK >>| or |<< (13, 14) or remote buttons >>/<< (17). Press 2/|| (28) to resume.
Programmed Playback: Use PROG (8) on remote, cursor (16), and number buttons to program playback order. Press >/|| (18) or PLAY to start.
Remote Control Direct Track Entry: Use remote number pad (10). For two-digit files, use 10+ then the digit.
GOTO Direct Track/Chapter Access: Use GOTO (26) on remote, enter 3-digit file number, press ENTER (5).

Diagram Description: The front panel controls are shown with numbered buttons. Icons for Audio, Photos, and Video are depicted.

MP3 Playback Information:

The display shows track progress (e.g., CDrom TRK 9/150), repeat status (X, 1, D), and playback time.

Bluetooth Operation

Bluetooth Menu Options: Press 5/ (Bluetooth button) to enter Bluetooth mode. Press again to view paired devices. Rotate VOL/PUSH/ENTER (24) to select options like connect/disconnect, lock/unlock, or delete.
Pairing a Bluetooth Device: Ensure the device is on and ready. Press and hold 5/ (Bluetooth button) to initiate pairing. The AWM968 becomes discoverable. On your phone, select AWM968 and enter password (0000) if prompted. "PAIR OK" will display upon success.
About Bluetooth Technology: Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology for device connectivity.
Answering a Call: BT AUDIO pauses when a call is answered. It may resume automatically or require pressing play.
BT Audio (A2DP): Press 5/ (Bluetooth button) to access BT Audio for streaming music from a connected phone.
Selecting Tracks: Use TUNE/SEEK/TRACK >>| (13) or |<< (14), or 1|<< (27) and 3>>| (29) buttons to select tracks.

Diagram Description: The front panel controls are shown with numbered buttons, highlighting the Bluetooth button (5).

Pausing Playback:

Press 2/|| (28) to pause BT AUDIO playback. Press again to resume. If another mode is selected, press 5/ to return to BT mode.

Note: If a Bluetooth device disconnects, the unit will search for it when power is restored.

Remote Control Operation

The remote control provides access to all functions of the AWM968.

REF	DESCRIPTION	TUNER	CD/MP3/USB	DVD	Bluetooth
1	Power	Turn radio on/standby	Turn radio on/standby	Turn radio on/standby	Turn radio on/standby
2	VOL +/-	Adjust volume; Press for Audio Control Setup	Adjust volume; Press for Audio Control Setup	Adjust volume; Press for Audio Control Setup	Adjust volume; Press for Audio Control Setup
3	TUNE +	Search higher station	Stopping State: UP - Search in current folder. Playing State: UP - Next Track.	Stopping State: UP: Next Item. Playing State: UP: Next Track.	Select next track
4	TUNE -	Search lower station	Stopping State: DN - Search in current folder. Playing State: DN - Prev Track.	Stopping State: DN: Previous Item. Playing State: DN: Previous Track.	Select previous track
5	ENTER	Confirm menu selection	Confirm menu selection	Confirm menu selection	Confirm menu selection
6	MENU	Access main menu	Access main menu	Access main DVD menu	Access main menu
7	T/F	Toggle clock time/playing time; Hold to set clock	Toggle clock time/playing time; Hold to set clock	Toggle clock time/playing time; Hold to set clock	Toggle clock time/playing time; Hold to set clock
8	PROG	Display Setup Program	Display Setup Program	Display Setup Program	Display Setup Program
9	LANG	Display MONO/L, MONO/R, or STEREO	Select alternate audio language, if available.	Select alternate audio language, if available.	N/A
10	Numeric Keypad	Use 1-6 to access preset stations	Enter track number to access track directly. For track number > 10, use 10+ followed by second digit.	Enter track number to access track directly. For track number > 10, use 10+ followed by second digit.	Enter track number to access track directly. For track number > 10, use 10+ followed by second digit.
11	Setup	View SETUP menu	View SETUP menu	View SETUP menu	View SETUP menu
12	Subtitle	N/A	Choose subtitle language, if available.	Choose subtitle language, if available.	N/A
13	Mute/LOUD	Silence Audio output; Press and hold to turn LOUDNESS feature on/off	Silence Audio output; Press and hold to turn LOUDNESS feature on/off	Silence Audio output; Press and hold to turn LOUDNESS feature on/off	Silence Audio output; Press and hold to turn LOUDNESS feature on/off
14	Eject	Eject Disc	Eject Disc	Eject Disc	N/A
15	Previous/Next	Next Track	Select next/previous track	Select next/previous chapter	Select next/previous track
16	Directional Buttons	Move to desired menu item and then press ENTER to confirm	Move to desired menu item and then press ENTER to confirm	Move to desired menu item and then press ENTER to confirm	Move to desired menu item and then press ENTER to confirm
17	Fast Reverse/Forward	Fast Forward 2X, 4X, 8X, 20X. Fast Reverse 2X, 4X, 8X, 20X.	Fast Forward 2X, 4X, 8X, 20X. Fast Reverse 2X, 4X, 8X, 20X.	Fast Forward 2X, 4X, 8X, 20X. Fast Reverse 2X, 4X, 8X, 20X.	Fast Forward 2X, 4X, 8X, 20X. Fast Reverse 2X, 4X, 8X, 20X.
18	Play/Pause	Pause/resume playback	Pause/resume playback	Pause/resume playback	Pause/resume playback
19	Stop	Stop playback	Stop playback	Stop playback	Stop playback
20	TITLE	N/A	Repeat track	Repeat chapter. Press to view title menu. Use directional arrows and play button to play selected title. May not be supported by all discs.	N/A
21	RPT	N/A	Repeat track	Repeat chapter	N/A
22	SOURCE	Select source for playback	Select source for playback	Select source for playback	Select source for playback
23	ZOOM	N/A	N/A	Zoom picture or press repeatedly to change magnification level.	N/A
24	ANGLE	N/A	N/A	Select alternate viewing angle, if available.	N/A
25	AUD	Access Audio Menu options	N/A	N/A	N/A
26	GOTO	Select exact time, track or chapter for playback	Select exact time, track or chapter for playback	Select exact time, track or chapter for playback	N/A
27	BT	Access BT mode	N/A	N/A	Access BT mode
28	Display	Display current playback information on the screen	Display current playback information on the screen	Display current playback information on the screen	Display current playback information on the screen

Diagram Description: A detailed illustration of the remote control, with each button numbered for reference.

Setup Menu

Press the SETUP button (11) on the remote control to access the SETUP menu and adjust system settings.

System Setup:

Controls TV System (AUTO, NTSC, PAL), Screen Saver, TV Type (4:3, 16:9), Password, Rating (parental control), and Default settings.

Language Setup:

Allows selection of OSD Language, Audio Language, Subtitle Language, and Menu Language from various options including English, French, German, Spanish, etc.

Audio Setup:

Controls Audio Out format (SPDIF/OFF, SPDIF/RAW, SPDIF/PCM) and Audio Key.

Diagram Description: Screenshots of the System Setup, Language Setup, and Audio Setup menus are shown, illustrating the available options.

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