Magnadyne M9 10.2" Bluetooth Multi-Media Receiver
This document provides information on the operation of the Magnadyne M9 entertainment system.
Precautions
Thank you for your purchase of the M9 entertainment system. This owner's manual is a basic "Quick Start" style manual. It will provide basic information on the operation of all the features of your new M9. After you have finished reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place for ready reference.
For a more detailed description of certain features of the M9, please use the internet and navigate to www.magnadyne.com. Locate the M9 radio page and there you will find a "manuals" tab. Search the documents for the area of the M9 that you want more information on.
- Only connect the unit to a 12-volt power supply with proper negative grounding.
- Never expose this unit, amplifier or speakers to moisture or water to prevent electronic sparks or fires.
- Please don't change the fuse on the power cord without professional guidance, using an improper fuse may cause damage to this unit or even cause fire.
- Never install this unit where the operation and condition for driving safely is compromised.
- Never use the video display while the car is in motion. The use of video playback while driving is a violation of traffic laws and increases the risk of traffic accidents.
- To ensure safe driving, please adjust the volume to a safe & comfortable level in case of emergency situations.
Please power off this unit at once and send it back to the after-sales service center or the dealer /distributor you purchased from if one of the following symptoms is found:
- No audio output;
- No image output;
- Water or other obstacle enters the unit;
- Smoking;
- Peculiar smell.
For clear demonstration and easy understanding, graphic illustrations were used. These illustrations are not necessarily the actual images found on the unit.
Control Panel
Press the [ ? VOL/MUTE SELECT ] button to turn on the unit.
1. [ HOME ] Button: Show main menu (press), Show main options (long press).
2. [ BACK ] Button: Press to go back one step on any screen.
3. Volume Ring / Mute Button:
- When radio is off, press and release to turn radio on.
- When radio is on, press and hold to turn radio off.
- When sound is playing, press and release to mute the sound.
- When sound is muted, press and release to un-mute sound.
4. USB Socket: ?
5. AUX IN Socket: ?
6. Reset: Load factory settings.
7. Bluetooth Internal MIC: ?
8. SD card reader for media (Top): ?
9. Map Card Slot (Bottom): ?️
Basic Operations
Turn on/off the power
1. Press and release the [ ? VOL/MUTE SELECT ] button to turn the unit on.
2. Press and hold the [ ? VOL/MUTE SELECT ] button to turn the unit off.
Note: The unit will power on in the same state it was in when powered off.
Mute
Press the [ ? VOL/MUTE SELECT ] button to mute the sound.
Note: Pressing the [ ? VOL/MUTE SELECT ] button again or adjusting volume will unmute.
Adjust the Volume
Rotate the [ ? VOL/MUTE SELECT ] button to increase or decrease the volume level. The adjustable range of volume is 0 to 40.
Playing Source Selection
1. Press the [ ? HOME ] button on the panel to show the main source menu.
2. Touch the desired icon on the screen to enter the corresponding working mode, such as Navi, Radio, etc. Drag left/right to scroll.
Notes:
- When some devices are not ready, they cannot be selected.
- You should stop switching when the playing source you desired has been selected and wait for some seconds; the unit will auto-enter the playing source mode you have selected.
Video Safety System
The parking brake must be set ON before any video playback can be displayed on the radio's display. If the vehicle is in motion and the parking brake is Off, the unit will play the video from USB or SD card to an external monitor. The sound will still be provided by the unit and speakers connected to it.
When video is playing and the parking brake is Off, the unit's display will show the safety warning disclaimer screen: "As the driver, you may not use applications that will distract you from traffic. Please engage parking brake to watch video."
Customized
To change the icon theme and the wallpaper of the home screens, press the [ ? HOME ] button. Swipe through the icons to the "Settings" icon. Once in the setting screen, touch "General" then touch "Customized".
1. Choose theme: [Theme 1], [Theme 2]. (Theme 2 is the default theme)
2. Choose wallpaper from:
- [Live wallpapers]: to show wallpapers with animation stored in the unit. Drag up/down to scroll.
- [Photo]: to visit the photo of mobile storage.
- [Wallpapers]: to show wallpapers stored in the unit. Drag left/right to scroll.
Select desired picture to view, touch [Set wallpaper] to confirm selection.
Radio Operations
Select [Radio] on the main menu to enter radio mode.
Select Radio Band
Touch the [ Band ] button to select one radio band among FM and AM.
Manual Tuning
During manual tuning, the frequency will be changed in steps. Touch the [ ⏪ ] or [ ⏩ ] button on the operation bar to tune in a lower/higher station.
Auto Tuning
Hold the [ ⏪ ] or [ ⏩ ] button on the operation bar for more than 2 seconds to seek a lower/higher station. To stop searching, repeat the operation above or press other buttons having radio functions.
Note: When a station is received, searching stops and the station is played.
Auto Store
Only stations with sufficient signal strength will be detected and stored in the memory. To start automatic station search, touch the [ ? ] button on the operation bar. To stop auto store, repeat the operation above or press other buttons having radio functions.
Note: After auto store, the previous stored stations will be overwritten.
Manual store
1. When one expected radio station has been detected, touch [ ⭐ ] to show customized station store list.
2. Touch to select an item on the list to store the current station in the memory.
3. Touch top left of the screen to exit.
Recall the Stored Stations
Method 1:
- Touch [Discovery] button on the screen to show the preset stations.
- Select a band.
- On the middle of the screen, drag the list left/right to scroll, touch a station on the list to listen to.
Method 2:
- Touch [ ⭐ ] button on the screen to show the favorite stations.
- Select a band.
- On the middle of the screen, drag the list left/right to scroll, touch a station on the list to listen to.
- Touch top left of the screen to exit.
Local Seeking
When LOCAL seeking is on, only radio stations with strong radio signal will be received. To open LOCAL function, touch [ ... ] button on the operation bar, then touch the [ L ] button to select "Loc" or "DX".
Note: The number of radio stations that can be received will decrease after the Loc seeking mode is on.
Key Search
Touch [ #️⃣ ] button on the operation bar to show key search menu. Touch the keypad to input the frequency, touch [ OK ] to goto the station directly.
To cancel an input number, touch [ ❌ ].
RDS Basics
Radio Data System (RDS) enables traffic reports to be received and provides many facilities, including enabling the radio station name to be displayed on the radio display.
Adjust RDS Settings
1. In Radio menu, touch [ ⚙️ ]. The option menu is displayed.
2. Touch on the selected option to change the setting:
- [TA]: To turn on or off “TA” function.
- [AF]: To turn on or off “AF” function.
- [REG]: To turn on or off “REG” function.
- [CT]: To turn on or off “Clock Time” synchronization function.
- [PTY]: To show PTY list.
TA
Press the TA ON/OFF button to switch the priority for traffic announcements on or off.
AF
The receiver can automatically switch to an alternative frequency (AF) of the same station if the reception becomes poor. Press the OFF/ON touch-point to turn the automatic scanning for alternative frequencies of an RDS broadcast station off and on.
CT (Clock Time)
Some stations broadcast the time and date within the encoded RDS signal. The clock time is automatically adjusted when ‘CT' is set to 'ON'.
PTY Function
PTY is the abbreviation for Program Type, which is a code defining the type of program being broadcast (e.g., News or Rock). PTY options will display on the screen. To view more PTY options, touch the scroll bar and arrows on the screen. When one PTY option is touched (e.g., News), auto search for the next available PTY by increasing tuning frequency until the PTY of the next station matches the current. If no matched PTY has been found, the unit will return to the original radio frequency.
SD/USB Operations
Using a SD Card
1. Open the card slot cap, insert an SD card into the corresponding slot; the unit will load the files automatically.
2. To remove the card, you should first select another source, in order to avoid damaging the card. Press the card slightly, and take off the card after it pops out.
Using USB device
1. Connect your USB device to the USB cable. When connecting a USB device, the unit will read the files automatically.
2. To remove the USB device, you should first select another source, in order to avoid damaging the USB device.
Music Playback
Select [Music] on the applications menu; the unit will display all the music on the mobile storages.
- Return to home menu.
- Select file source.
- List the files by favorite.
- List the new files.
- List the files by song name. Touch a song to start play.
- List the files by artist. Drag up/down to scroll.
- List the files by album.
- Show the file list window. Drag up/down to scroll. Touch an item to select.
- Enter search menu.
Playback Controls:
- ⭐ Favorite
- Show list menu.
- ⏪ Previous track
- ▶️ Play/Pause
- ⏩ Next track
- Show more control buttons.
- Sequential play.
- Repeat play.
- Follow your heart.
- Hide the second line of control buttons.
Play/Pause
When playing, press the [ ⏸️ ] button to pause, and the sound will be mute. Press the [ ▶️ ] button to play.
Previous/Next Track
Press [ ⏪ ] or [ ⏩ ] button to go to previous or next track.
Select Music by Artist
1. Touch [Artists] on the left of the screen.
2. Touch an artist shown on the list.
3. Select a song to play.
Select Music by Album
1. Touch [Albums] on the left of the screen.
2. Touch an album shown on the list.
3. Select a song to play.
Select Music by Song Name
1. Touch [Songs] on the left of the screen.
2. Select a song to play.
Playlists
Add a song to favorite playlist:
1. Press a song and select [ ❤️ ].
2. Add it to a favorite playlist. If you choose [Favorite], you need to input a name of the playlist.
Delete a song from favorite playlist:
1. Touch [favorite], and select a playlist name on the screen.
2. Press [ ❤️ ] on the favorite playlist, then remove it from the playlist.
Video Playback
Select [Video] on the applications menu; the unit will display all the video files on the storages. During playback, touch the screen (except top left corner) to show control buttons.
Playback Controls:
- Show list menu.
- Previous chapter.
- Play/Pause.
- Next chapter.
- Enter preset EQ menu.
- Show more control buttons.
- Sequential play.
- Repeat play.
- Show previous page of control buttons.
Notes:
- Disconnect USB storage devices from the unit when not in use.
- Use an optional cable to connect the USB audio player/USB memory as any device connected directly to the unit will protrude out from the unit and may be dangerous.
- Do not use unauthorized products.
Gallery Operations
1. Select [Photo] on the APPS menu.
2. Select one gallery to show the picture list.
3. Touch to view it. Drag left/right to scroll. Touch top left corner to back.
Bluetooth Operations
The Bluetooth allows you to utilize your car's built-in audio system for handsfree wireless mobile phone or music communication. Some Bluetooth mobile phones have the audio features, and some portable audio players support Bluetooth feature. This system can play audio data stored in a Bluetooth audio device. The car stereo with Bluetooth will be able to retrieve phonebook contacts, received calls, dialed calls, missed calls, incoming calls, outgoing call and listen to music.
Notes:
- This system will not operate or may operate improperly with some Bluetooth audio players.
- The unit cannot guarantee the compatibility of all mobile phones together with the unit.
- Audio playback will be set to the same volume level as set during telephone call. This can cause problems, if extreme volume level is set during the telephone call.
Touch the [ ? ] on the main menu to enter Bluetooth Phone mode.
1. If the Bluetooth function of the unit is off, the unit will ask you to turn it on (Default setting is on).
2. Turn on Bluetooth function of your mobile phone.
3. Search for new Bluetooth devices on your phone. Select “MAG-M9" from the pairing list on the mobile phone, and enter password. Or touch [ ? Scan ] button on the screen to search mobile Bluetooth devices.
Making a Call
- Dial Number: Input numbers by digit-keys on the screen. Touch [ ❌ ] to clear the digits. Touch [ ? ] button to dial out. Touch [ ? ] button to terminate call.
- Answering a call: You can answer an incoming call by pressing the [ ? ] button. Touch [ ? ] button to reject an incoming call.
- Disconnect: To disconnect a paired device, touch [Disconnect] button.
Call from Phonebook
1. Touch [ Contacts ] button to show your phone book.
2. Select a number to select and touch [ ? ] button to dial out.
3. Touch [ ? ] to search a contact name.
Call History
Access Call History by touching [ Call log ] button. Then select a number from Dialled/Missed/Received calls.
Bluetooth Audio Streaming
What is audio streaming? Audio streaming is a technique for transferring audio data such that it can be processed as a steady and continuous stream. Users can stream music from their external audio player to their car stereo wirelessly and listen to the tracks through the car's speakers. Please consult your nearest dealer for more information on the product of wireless audio streaming transmitter offered.
CAUTION: Please avoid operating your connected mobile phone while audio streaming as this may cause noise or the sound to cut in and out on playback.
Bluetooth Settings
Touch [ ⚙️ Settings ] button to show Bluetooth setting menu.
iPod/iPhone Operations
This unit supports only the following iPod/iPhone models:
- iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5
- iPod touch (6th generation), iPod touch (5th generation)
Use of the "Made for Apple" badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple product(s) identified in the badge, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. iPhone and iPod are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Accessing iPod mode
Connect an iPod or iPhone to the USB connector via an iPod cable.
Touch [ ? iPod ] on the main menu to enter iPod menu. If [iPod] isn't on the current menu, slide the bottom bar left or right to find it.
Pausing play
1. Touch the [ ⏸️ ] button on the bottom of the screen to pause play. "PAUSE" appears in the display, and the [ ⏸️ ] button becomes [ ▶️ ].
2. Touch [ ▶️ ] button to resume play.
Selecting a track
- Track-up: Touch the [ ⏩ ] button to move to the beginning of the next track.
- Track-down: Touch the [ ⏪ ] button to move back to the beginning of the current track.
Fast forward/Fast reverse
- Fast forward: Touch and hold the [ ⏩ ] button.
- Fast reverse: Touch and hold the [ ⏪ ] button.
Repeat play
This function allows you to play the track repeatedly. Touch the [ ? ] button to select Repeat one or Repeat all.
Random play
This function allows you to play all tracks recorded in a random order. Touch the [ ? ] button to perform random play.
Search function
1. Touch the [ ? ] button to enter search menu.
2. Input number by touching buttons on the screen, then touch [ ✅ ] to begin searching. Touch [ ❌ ] button to delete inputted number.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
The device can be used for SiriusXM satellite radio play-back. For the SiriusXM satellite radio playback, an optional SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner must be connected.
SiriusXM brings you more of what you love to listen to, all in one place. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment. Welcome to the world of satellite radio. A SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are required. For more information, visit www.siriusxm.com.
Activating your SiriusXM Subscription
After installing your SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and antenna, power on your device and select SiriusXM mode. You should be able to hear the SiriusXM preview channel on Channel 1. If you cannot hear the preview channels, please check the installation instructions to make sure your SiriusXM Connect tuner is properly installed. After you can hear the Preview channel, tune to Channel 0 to find the Radio ID of your tuner. The Radio ID is located on the bottom of the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and its packaging. You will need this number to activate your subscription. Write the number down for reference.
Note: The SiriusXM Radio ID does not include the letters I, O, S or F.
In the USA, you can activate online or by calling SiriusXM Listener care:
- Visit www.siriusxm.com/activatenow
- Call SiriusXM Listener Care at 1-866-635-2349
For Canadian Subscriptions, please contact:
- Visit www.siriusxm.ca/activatexm
- Call XM Customer Care at 1-877-438-9677
As part of the activation process, the SiriusXM satellites will send an activation message to your tuner. When your radio detects that the tuner has received the activation message, your radio will display: “Subscription Updated". Once subscribed, you can tune to channels in your subscription plan. Note, the activation process usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, but may take up to an hour. Your radio will need to be powered on and receiving the SiriusXM signal to receive the activation message.
SiriusXM features
This device supports the following SiriusXM features:
- Parental Control: Allows you to limit access to SiriusXM channels with mature content. When enabled, requires a passcode to tune to locked channels.
- Replay: Allows you to pause, rewind, and replay live SiriusXM Satellite Radio programming.
- SmartFavorites: Allows you to rewind and replay any missed programming from your Preset Channels List.
- TuneStart™: When turned ON, you will hear the beginning of the song when you tune to one of your Preset channels.
Note: SmartFavorites and TuneStart are compatible with SXV200 and tuner models. SXV200 will limit the features to the first 6 Favorite Channels in your Preset list.
Starting SiriusXM playback
In the Car AV applications, select the SiriusXM app. The SiriusXM main display opens and playback starts.
SiriusXM main display
The SiriusXM main display features the following functions and displays:
- Changing to the main menu.
- Channel info area: Current channel number and preset number (if applicable), Current channel name, Current channel category, Current title information, SiriusXM field strength, Time.
- Changing to the replay display.
- Opens the preset list.
- Tune to the previous channel.
- Toggling between seek tuning through all categories and seek tuning in the current category only.
- Tune to the next channel.
- Go to SiriusXM® Menu Page 2.
Seek Tuning
- To tune to the next higher channel, touch the [ ⏩ ] icon and to scroll through the higher channels touch and hold the [ ⏩ ] icon.
- To tune to the next lower channel, touch the [ ⏪ ] icon and to scroll through the lower channels touch and hold the [ ⏪ ] icon.
Direct Tuning
To enter a SiriusXM® radio channel directly:
1. On the SiriusXM® menu, touch the [ #️⃣ ] icon to display the Direct Entry Menu.
2. Enter the desired SiriusXM® radio channel using the on-screen number pad then touch the [ OK ] icon. If you wish to delete an entry number, touch the [ ❌ ] icon.
3. To exit the screen without changing the channel, touch [ ◀️ ] icon.
Using Preset Channels
A preset is a channel name that is stored for instant access to that channel. Ten numbered preset buttons store and recall channels for each band.
Storing a Channel
1. On the SiriusXM® menu page 2, touch the [ ⭐ ] icon to access the Preset Channel Screen.
2. Touch the preset number (P1 through P18) in which you would like to store the current channel (or touch the [ ◀️ ] icon to cancel and close the menu).
The channel will be stored and displayed in that preset. Drag up/down to scroll.
3. Touch the [ ◀️ ] icon to return to the SXM Menu screen.
Recalling a Channel
1. Touch the Preset icon to access the Recall Preset Channel Screen.
2. Touch a channel on the preset channel list to select the corresponding stored channel. Drag up/down to scroll.
Set SmartFavorite Channel
SXV200 will limit the features to the first 6 Favorite Channels in your Preset list. The maximum number of SmartFavorites for SXV300G tuner supported is 20.
1. On the SiriusXM® menu page 2, touch the [ ⭐ ] icon to access the Preset Channel Screen.
2. Press the [ ⭐ ] button to mark the preset channel as SmartFavorite, and [ ⭐ ] becomes [ ⭐ ]. Press again to cancel it.
Searching for a Channel
Search by Channel
1. On the SiriusXM® menu, touch the [ ? ] icon (if needed) to select Channel.
2. Touch List to display the Channel Search Screen.
3. Touch a channel to tune to that channel. Drag up/down to scroll.
Search by Category
Categories group music by type such as jazz, rock, classical, etc. To search by category:
1. On the SiriusXM® menu, touch the [ ?️ ] icon (if needed) to select Category.
2. Touch List to display the Category Search Screen.
3. Touch a category item. A channel list screen appears.
4. Touch a channel to tune to that channel. Scroll up or down the list.
Locking Individual SXM Channels
A user can lock individual channels. When locked, a channel has the lock icon next to it on the channel list.
Locking a Channel
To lock an individual channel:
1. On the SiriusXM® menu page 2, touch the [ ? ] icon. The following screen appears:
2. Enter your 4-digit password and then press the OK icon.
Unlocking a Channel
To unlock an individual channel:
1. On the SiriusXM® menu page 2, touch the [ ? ] icon. The Enter Password Screen appears.
2. Enter your 4-digit password.
3. Touch a lock icon to unlock a channel. The icon is replaced by an unlocked icon. The channel is now unlocked.
Change Lock Password
The Change Lock Password option allows you to change the password from current custom password to another password.
To change a password:
1. Touch the [ ? ] icon.
2. Enter your 4-digit password and press the OK icon.
3. Enter the new 4-digit password and press the OK icon. The new password is set.
Sound Setting
Select [EQ] on the menu to enter sound setting mode.
Touch to select a preset EQ on the upper side of the screen from Flat, Pop, User, Rock, Techno, Classic, Jazz and Optimal.
[ Loud ]: When listening to music at low volumes, this feature will selectively boost certain bass and treble frequencies.
Touch [ ?️ ] to enter Fader/Balance/Subwoofer setting menu. Touch [ ↔️ ] or [ ↕️ ] to setup Balance, touch [ ⬆️ ] or [ ⬇️ ] to setup Fader.
Subwoofer Level: Touch [ ⬆️ ] or [ ⬇️ ] to adjust subwoofer Level.
Touch [ ? Speakers ] to enter the speaker setting menu.
(A): Touch to set A speakers On or Off.
(B): Touch to set B speakers On or Off.
(C): Touch to set C speakers On or Off.
Note 1: All three speakers sets can be On at the same time.
Note 2: C speakers are Off by default.
Other Mode
Navigation Operations
To navigate by the unit, simply select the desired navigation application on the app menu. Then navigate by the touch screen.
AUX Operations
Select [A/V In 1]/[A/V In 2] on the main menu to play an auxiliary device.
Blackout Mode Settings
Blackout Mode is used for two purposes:
- Provides a black screen to eliminate illumination issues during nighttime operation.
- Controls the default screen image for special applications such as Navigation or Rear Camera View.
From the “General” settings menu, touch the "Blackout" selection. Then select the type of screen you want displayed and the delay time for it to become active.
15 or 30 seconds after the last radio function, the screen will divert to your selection.
In Blackout Mode, any action or touch to the radio screen or controls will return the screen to the last view.
- In Navigation Mode, press the “Back” button to exit navigation or the “Home” button to select another playing source and Navigation will continue operation.
- In Rearview Camera Mode, you can touch the screen to select another camera you want to view (Default view is rear camera). To exit camera view, press the “Back” button or the “Home” button.
System settings
Steering Wheel Control:
Select [SWC] on the main menu to enter SWC setting menu.
1. Touch number button to select a SWC button.
2. Select a function.
3. Press each individual steering wheel control button for each corresponding function.
4. Touch [Study] to program.
5. Once the final steering wheel control button is programmed, the functions are saved and the programming will end.
6. Touch [Reset] to reset the programming.
Display System
1. Touch the upper left corner to display main menu.
2. Touch [ Settings ]. The settings menu is displayed.
3. Touch the upper left corner of the screen to exit.
Adjust General Settings
1. Touch [ General ].
2. Touch to select a setting.
3. Touch on the option to display/select an option.
General settings | Options | Description |
---|---|---|
Customized | See page 4 for reference. | |
Radio region | Select one that matches your location. | |
Microphone | Internal | Internal microphone for Bluetooth calls. |
External | External microphone for Bluetooth calls. | |
Blackout | Choose blackout screen mode and timing. | |
Fast boot | On | Choose fast boot off, 1 day, 3 days or 5 days. |
Beep | Off | Turn on the beep sound. Each time you press a button, the unit beeps. Turn off the beep sound. |
Navigation hardkey shortcut | ||
Quick gesture operations definition. |
Adjust Video Settings
1. Touch [Video].
2. Touch an option repeatedly to select.
Video settings | Opciones | Descripción |
---|---|---|
Video output | NTSC/PAL | Choose video output mode. |
Camera Settings | Choose rear/left/right camera display mode. |
Adjust Time Settings
1. Touch [ Time ].
2. To setup Date & time.
Adjust Volumes Settings
Choose input volume gain of each source.
1. Touch [Volumes]. The volume setting sub-menu is displayed.
2. Touch on a source, to assign value: 0 to 40. When switching to the source, the volume increases automatically.
Personal
To setup Location access, Security, Language & input, Factory data reset, All data erase, Accounts, etc.
Device
To setup Brightness, Storage, Apps.
System settings
Accessibility
To setup accessibility related applications. You need download a screen reader and establish an account.
Software version
To view software version information.
UUID QR code
To view UUID QR code information.
Device Connections
Notes of connection
- This unit is designed to be used in a vehicle with a 12-volt battery and negative grounding.
- Before installing this unit to a recreational vehicle, a bus, or a truck, make sure the battery voltage is appropriate for this unit to be used, otherwise, have a professionally installed transformer to convert the output voltage to 12V.
- To avoid short circuit in the electrical system, ensure that the negative battery cable is disconnected before installation.
- To prevent short circuit in the wiring and damaging to this unit, secure all wirings with cable clamp or adhesive tape. Route the wirings in a secured, out of heating place without touching any moving parts such as gear shift, handbrake, and seat rails to prevent the wiring insulation being melted / worn off.
- Never pass the yellow power cord through the installation hole into the engine compartment and connect to the car battery. Otherwise, a high possibility of serious short circuit to the electrical system may occur.
- If you need to replace the fuse, please replace with a 15A fuse. Using no fuse or a fuse with an improper rating may cause damage to the unit or a potential fire. If a proper fuse is installed and problems continue to occur, please contact your local retailer or installer.
- DO NOT connect other equipments with the car battery to avoid battery overheating.
- Please make sure all the wiring connections & the cables of the speakers are well-insulated. Otherwise, this unit may be damaged by short circuit.
- If there is no ACC available, please connect ACC lead to the power supply with a switch.
- If an external power amplifier is connected, please don't connect P.CONT lead to the power lead of the external power amplifier, otherwise, electric spark or other damage may result.
- Never ground the speaker output to prevent the damage to the built-in power amplifier.
Parking Brake Cable Connections
Diagram showing the parking brake lead connecting to the parking brake switch, brake light, battery, and car frame via a green/white wire.
Wiring Diagram
Diagram illustrating the connections for the Automotive AM/FM Antenna, GPS Antenna, BT ANT (Do Not Connect), Optical Audio Input, Safety Cameras (Optional), TV, SiriusXM Tuner Input (Optional), External Mic (Optional), and various speaker and power connections (e.g., ACC, BATT+, GND, speaker wires with color codes).
Troubleshooting
The following checklist can help you solve the problems which you may encounter when using the unit. Before consulting it, check the connections and follow the instructions in the user manual.
Problem | Possible cause | Solution |
---|---|---|
General | ||
The unit will not switch on. | Car ignition is not on. Cable is not properly connected. Fuse is burnt. |
Turn your car key in the ignition. Check cable connection. Replace fuse with a new fuse of the same capacity. |
No sound | Volume is set at minimum or the mute function is on. | Check the volume or switch the mute function off. |
The unit or screen does not function normally. | The unit system is unstable. | Press the RESET button. |
TUNER mode | ||
Unable to receive stations. | The antenna is not connected properly. | Connect the antenna properly. |
Poor quality reception of radio station. | The antenna is not fully extended or it is broken. | Fully extend the antenna and if broken, replace it with a new one. |
Preset stations are lost. | The battery cable is not properly connected. | Connect the permanent live on the unit to the permanent live on the vehicle. |
USB mode | ||
Unable to insert USB device. | The USB device has been inserted the wrong way round. | Insert USB the other way around. |
The USB device cannot be read. | NTFS format is not supported. | Check that the USB disk file system is in FAT or FAT32 format. Due to different formats, some models of USB storage devices or MP3 players may not be read. |
Specifications
General
- Reference Supply Voltage: 12V(DC)
- Operating Voltage Range: 10.5 - 15.8V(DC)
- Max Operating Current: 15A
- Grounding System: Car Battery Negative Pole
- Dimensions (WXHXD): 314.0 x 176.0 x 171.0mm
- Weight (main unit): 2.3kg
FM
- Signal Noise Ratio: ≥ 55dB
- Usable Sensitivity (S/N=30dB): ≤15dBμV
- Frequency Response (-3dB): 20Hz~7KHz
- Station Seeking Level: 20~28dBμV
- Distortion: ≤1.0%
- Stereo Separation (1KHz): ≥25dB
- Antenna Impedance: 75Ω
AM
- Usable Sensitivity (S/N=20dB): ≤30dBμV
- Frequency Response (-3dB): 50Hz~2KHz
LCD
- Screen size: 10.1 inches (16:9)
- Display resolution: 800X480dots
AUX IN
- Distortion: ≤0.8%
- Frequency Response (±3dB): 20Hz~20KHz
- Audio Input Level: 500mV
Audio
- Audio Output Impedance: 10KΩ
- Audio Output Level: 2Vrms(Max)
Video
- Normal Video Input Level (CVBS): 1.0±0.2V
- Video Input Impedance: 75Ω
- Video Output Impedance: 75Ω
- Video Output Level: 1.0±0.2V
Environment
- Operating Temperature: -10°C ~ +60°C
- Storing Temperature: -20°C ~ +70°C
- Operating Humidity: 45%~80%RH
- Storing Humidity: 30%~90%RH
Notice: When the unit is operated in extreme conditions, such as operated with maximum power output for a long time, or the temperature is over 70°C, it will enter heat protection mode, the volume will automatically be lowered. This is normal.
FCC Statement
1. 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.
- (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
2. Changes or modifications 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.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
Warranty
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agents will within one year from the date of sale to you, repair, replace or refund the retail sales price of said product or any part thereof, at the option of the Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agents, if said product or part is found defective in materials or workmanship, when properly connected and operating on the correct power requirements designated for the specific product. This warranty and Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agent's obligations hereunder do not apply where the product was; damaged while in the possession of the consumer, subjected to unreasonable or unintended use, not reasonably maintained, utilized in commercial or industrial operations, or serviced by anyone other than Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agents, or where the warning seal on the product is broken or the power and/or plugs are detached from the unit. Magnadyne Corporation or any of its authorized agents will not assume any labor costs for the removal and reinstallation of any product found to be defective, or the cost of transportation to Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agents. Such cost are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
This warranty does not cover the cabinet appearance items or accessories used in connection with this product, or any damage to recording or recording tape, or any damage to the products resulting from improper installation, alteration, accident, misuse, abuse or acts of nature.
MAGNADYNE CORPORATION OR ITS AUTHORIZED AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR CLAIMS EXCEPT THOSE ACCORDED BY LAW. NO EXPRESSED WARRANTY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY IS GIVEN EXCEPT THOSE SET FORTH HEREIN. NO IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL EXTEND BEYOND ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF SALE.
This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product and is not transferable. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the User's authority to operate the equipment.
Defective merchandise should be returned to the original point of purchase or secondly, to Magnadyne Corporation, 1111 W. Victoria Street, Compton CA 90220. Return Authorization must be obtained before sending, or merchandise may be refused.