Audiovox Rampage AV-455 User's Manual
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1. 3 Press the pre set button to be set and continue to hold it in for approximately 2 seconds The pre set number will appear on the display panel indicating that the station is now set into that pre set memory position The station can now be recalled at any time by pressing that button 4 Repeat the above procedure for the remaining 5 pre on that bard and for the other 4 bands en tbe unit LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY PANEL The Liquid Crystal Display LCD panel displays the frequency time and activated functions 1 characteristic of LCD panels that if subjected to cold temperatures for an extended period of time they may take langer to illuminate than under nomal conditions In addition the visibility of the nunbers on the ICD may slightly decrease The ICD ratat will retum to nmal when the temperature increases to a nomal range PECTRUM ANALYZER DISPLAY The Spectrum Analyzer Display feature incorporated in this unit breaks down the audio frequency spectrum into 5 bands and provides a visual indication of the amount of audio signal within each of these bands The number of illuminated bars 1 to 10 shows the instantaneous signal level in the band around the indicated frequencies 105Hz 340Hz IKHz ETT and 10 5KHz CASSETTE DOOR To access the e door press the Front Panel Release button that the panel drops to its lowered position Hold the cassette2. 128 5504 8 of 12 resume when the cassette is ejected NOTE Never leave a cassette engaged in the player when not in use Doing so can cause damage to cassette and or mechanism of the unit Always press the eject button and remove the cassette before moviy the detachable fot panel TAPE MODE SELECTOR TAPE During radio operation press this button to change to 1 Upm initial installation after all wiring is completed 2 If there is a malfunction of any of the switches the unit pressing the Re Set button may clear the and return to normal operation FRONT PANEL RELEASE BUTTON OPEN This button is used to release the mechanism that holds the front panel to the chassis To detach the front panel press the button so that the panel drops to thee play if a cassette is already loaded in the unit TAPE IN is shown on the display panel to indicate tape is 1 IT TIME FREQUENCY SELECTOR T F Press this button to call the time display cn the incorporated quartz clock The display will retum to the nomal indication radio frequency or after HEFT DETERRENT L E D located on the chassis behind the front panel a light emitting diode L E D will flash when the panel is removed The flashing light serves as a visual warning to the would be thief that the unit has been disabled by of the ront panel RE SET BUTTON A Re Set button is loca
3. retum to stereo reception mock press the button again so that the ST indication S on the display panel TTE SCAN PS AUTO STORE TUNING AS Press this button momentarily to scan the stations pre set into the memories of the band in use The unit will stop at each pre set station for 5 seconds before continuing to the next pre set station the pre set number on the display panel will flash during Pre Set Scan operation Press the button again momentarily to stop Pre Set Scan operation and remain on the selected frequency Pressing and holding the button for longer than 2 seconds will activate the Auto Store Tuning feature AIP will appear on the display panel which will autamatically scan and enter up to 6 stations into the pre set memories on the band in use After entering the stations into the memories the unit wi autamatically stop at each station for 5 seconds so each can be heard If you have already set the pre set memories to your favorite stations activating the Auto Store Tuning feature will erase those stations and enter the new ones This feature is most useful when travelling in a new area where you are nct familiar local stations STATION PRE SET MEMORIES To set any of the 6 pre set memories in each band use the following procedure 1 Turn the radio on and select the desired band 2 Select the first station to be pre set using the Up Down or Automatic Seek Tuning Controls
4. SIZE LONGER SCREWS MAY TOUCH AND DAMAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE THE CHASSIS 4 Wire the new radio to the vehicle as per step 4 above 5 Mount the new radio assembly to the dashboard or center console using the reverse procedure of step 1 128 5504 2 of 12 Toll FreeInstallationAssistance The installation and wiring connections for this unit are so simple we doubt you ll need our help but if you do we re here to help you Just call our toll free telechore assistance line at 1 800 645 4994 during the days and hours shown U S A and Canada only TIME ZONE DAY PACIFIC MOUNTAIN CENTRAL EASTERN MON FRI 5 30AM 4PM 6 30AM 5PM 7 30AM 6PM 8 30AM 7PM SATURDAY 6AM 2PM 3PM 5 UNIVERSAL INSTALLATION USING MOUNTING SLEEVE EXISTING DASH OPENING FILE EDGES TO FIT IF NECESSARY DO NOT OVERFILE NOTE IF DASH IS SOLID USE MOUNTING SLEEVE AS A TEMPLATE amp CUT OPENING PERFORATED STRAP a FASTEN THIS END TO SCREW STUD ON REAR OF CHASSIS BEND BOTTOM TABS DOWNWARD z H 5 a z E OQ H 5 Z MOUNTING SLEEVE FASTEN THIS END TO SECURE PART OF DASHBOARD DRILL HOLE IF NECESSARY A DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL REMOVE THE PLASTIC FRAME FROM THE FRONT OF THE CHASSIS BY CAREFULLY UN SNAPPINGIT UN SNAP AT 2 PLACES EACH ON TOP AND BOTTOM PLASTIC FRAME FACTORY MOUNTING BRACKETS 128
5. 5504 3 o 12 RADIO WIRING REFER TO PAGE 4 FOR SPEA ER WIRING AUTOMATIC ANTENNA ANTENNA BLUE IMPORTANT THE BLUE WIRE CAN BE USED TO REMOTELY ACTIVATE AN AUTO MATIC ANTENNA OR AN EXTER FUSEBLOCK NAL AMPLIFIER SEE ANTENNA OR AMPLIFIER MANUAL m 2 RADIO FUSE EXISTING 12V ACCESSORY ANTENNA CABLE _ SCREW CAR BATTERY lt gt METAL PART OF DASH lt DRILL HOLE IF NECESSARY A YELLOW IMPORTANT YELLOW WIRE MUST BE CONNECTED AS SHOWN OR RADIO WILL NOT OPERATE PROPERLY POSITIVE TERMINAL 4 PIN PLUGS 12V BATTERY 9 PIN PLUG ANTENNA LEAD ON SEE PAGE 4 FOR SPEAKER WIRING REAR OF RADIO 128 5504 4 of 12 SPEAKER WIRING WARNING 1 3 1 THE AMPLIFIERS IN THIS RADIO ARE ONLY DESIGNED FOR USE WITH 4 SPEAKERS NEVER COMBINE BRIDGE OUTPUTS FOR USE WITH 2 SPEAKERS FOR RADIO WIRING 1 NEVER GROUND NEGATIVE SPEAKER LEADS TO CHASSIS GROUND l FAILURE TO WIRE EXACTLY AS SHOWN BELOW MAY CAUSE ELECTRICAL DAMAGE TO THE RADIO RCAJACKS LINEOUT FORUSE WITH OPTIONAL Y H EXTERNAL AMPLIFIERS RED RIGHT WHITE LEFT ONTYIM 45 9 PIN PLUGS 4 PIN PLUGS LEFT FRONT SPEAKER SEE PAGE 3 FOR RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER RADIO WIRING H aa GRAY w BLACK STRIPE SSS VIOLET w BLACK STRIPE 1 800 645 4994 LEFT REAR SPEAKER RIGHT REAR SPEAKER Monday Friday 8 30am 7 00pm
6. B Y AUDIOVOX OWNER S MANUAL AND INSTALLATION GUIDE 455 DETACHABLE FRONT PANEL ELECTRONICALLY TUNED AM FM MPX RADIO WITH AUTO REVERSE CASSETTE PLAYER AND QUARTZ CLOCK 128 5504 Released 5 27 99 1 of 12 U H INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This unit is designed for installation in cars trucks and vans with an existing radio coming In many cases Special installation kit will be reguired to mount the radio to the dashboard These kits are available at electronics supply stores and car stereo specialist shops Always check the kit application before purchasing to make sure the kit works with your vehicle you need a kit but cmc find it available call our toll free lire at 1 800 645 4994 UNIVERSAL INSTALLATION PROCEDURE USING MOUNTING SLEEVE 1 Remove the detachable front panel if it is attached to the chassis by pushing the Release button Slice the mounting sleeve off of the chassis If it is locked into position use the removal tools supplied to disengage it 2 Check the dashboard opening size by sliding the mounting sleeve into it If the opening is not large enough carefully cut or file as necessary until the sleeve easily slides into the goening Do not force the sleeve into the opening or cause it to bend or bow Check that there will be sufficient space behind the dashboard for the radio chassis 3 Locate the series of bend tabs along the top bottam and sides of the mounting
7. Eastern Saturday 9 00am 5 00pmEastern 128 5504 5 of 12 A e H D H v OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ON OFF POWER BUTTON Press this button to tum the unit on P ON will ly appear on the display panel or off A VOLUME LEVEL CONTROL To increase the volume level tum the clockwise The volume will increase and the level will be shown on the display panel fram a minimum of VOL 00 to a maximum of VOL 63 decrease the volume BASS CONTROL To adjust the bass level first se the Bass mode by pressing the Select button so the VBAS indication appears on the display panel Within 5 seconds choosing the Bass mode turn the Level control counter clockwise to decrease the bass response or clockwise to increase it as desired Th level will be shown on the display panel from a minimum BAS 06 to a maximum of BAS 06 level turn the knob counter clockwise The display will automatically retum to the nmal indication 5 seconds after the last volume adjustment or when another function is activated This control i SO used in conjunction with the Select button to adjust O a fader levels as SELECT BUTTON This button is used to select the audio function BAS 00 indicates flat response The display will automatically return to the normal indication 5 seconds after the last adjustment or when another icn is activated TREBLE CONTROL To a
8. djust the treble level first the Treble mode by pressing the Select button so the TRE indication appears on the display panel Within 5 1 3 bass treble bal or fade to be adjusted using the Level omtrol Pressing the Select button once will set the unit for volume adjustment VOL will on the display panel Pressing the button additional times will select bass adjustment BAS on the display treble IRE balance or fader ER The display will automatically return to the normal indication 5 seconds after the last adjustment or when another function is activated seconds of choosing the Treble mode turn the Level control counter clockwise to decrease the treble response or clockwise to increase it as desired The level will be shown on the display panel fran a minimum TRE 06 to a maximum of TRE 06 TRE 00 indicates flat response The display will automatically return to the normal indication 5 seconds after the last adjustment or when another function is activated 128 5504 6 of 12 O LEFT RIGHT BALANCE CONTROL To adjust the left right speaker balance first sel the Balance mode by pressing the Select button so the BA indication appears on the display panel Within 5 seconds of choosing the Balance mode tum the Level counter clockwise to adjust the stereo balance to the left channel speakers or clockwi
9. ed to a live 127 memory battery source Blown fuse Check fuse in Yellow wire and at car s fuse block Check Black wire for proper groundin d di i Dirty or corroded battery posts Clean and tighten connection Problem also existed with previous J Consult your local garage mechanic car may radio you removed need tuneup or noise filter Noise on radio only Antenna Check that antenna base is grounded Test with antenna disconnected If noise goes away replace antenna BOOK PM reception ang Almost Antenna Replace antenna and antenna cable reception Poor FM reception and good AM Local Distant switch Check if unit has a Local Distant switch and set to Distant positian reception No sound on one speaker Wiring Check speaker wiring both radio and tape Speaker Test with good speaker Radio Operation Check balance and fader controls Poor sound on tape only after one Dirty tape mechanism Clean tape head and mechanism month or more of tape usage Poor sound new unit For radios with 40 watts or more Check rating of speakers for sufficient power output power capacity Check that speakers are in good condition Check that none of the speaker wires are grounded DS 128 5504 11 of 12 12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY AUDIOVOX CORPORATION the Company warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof under normal use and conditions be proven defective in
10. hassis and test radio by referring to the Operating Instructions for the unit INSTALLATION USING KITS 1 If your vehicle requires the use of an installation kit to mount this radio follow the instructions included with the installation kit to attach the radio to the mounting plate supgolied with the kit Wire and test the radio as described in Step 4 above Install the radio mounting plate asserbly to the sub dashboard according to the instructions of the installation kit Attach the support strap to the radio and dashboard as described in Step 6 above Replace the dashboard trim panel a O M ISO INSTALLATION PROCEDURE This unit has threaded holes in the chassis side panels which may be used with the original factory mounting brackets of same Toyota Nissan Mitsubishi Isuzu Hyundai and Honda vehicles to mount the radio to the dashboard Please consult with your local car stereo specialist shop for assistance this type of installation 1 Remove the existing factory radio from its dashboard or center console mounting Save all hardware and brackets as they will be used to mount the new radio Carefully un snap the plastic frame fram the front of the new radio chassis Remove and discard the frame 3 Remove the factory mounting brackets and hardware fram the existing radio and attach them to the new radio CAUTION DO NOT EXCEED M5 X 8 MM MAXIMUM SCREW
11. hile the time still appears on the display press and hold the Time Frequency Selector and the Down Tuning 44 button to adjust the hours or the Up Tuning button to adjust the minutes to the correct tine 4 When the correct time is set release the Time Frequency Selector After five seconds the display will retum to the nmal indication lt 6 FA Z z lt O a U Lr 128 5504 9 of 12 SPECIFICATIONS Size T W x 2 H x 6 D 178 mm x 50mm x 150 mm Operating Voltage 12 volts DC negative ground Output Power 100 watts maximum 25 watts x 4 channels Output Wiring Floating ground type designed for 4 speaker use Tre amplifiers in this unit are NOT designed for use with 2 speakers RCA pre amp level outputs Output Impedance Compatible with 4 8 ohm speakers Pre Amp Output 500 mv Tuning Range AM 530 1 710 KHz 10 KHz step 87 5 107 9 MHz 200 KHz step Sensitivity AM 20w FM 1 5uv Stereo Separation 30 dB Tape Frequency Response 50 10 000 Hz Tape S N Ratio 50 dB Wow amp Flutter 0 15 WRMS Specifications are subject to change without notice u 3 5 CARE AND MAINTENANCE The radio portion of your new sound system does not require any maintenance We recommend you keep this manual for future reference on how to set the clock and for general reference of the many features found in this
12. material or workmanship within 12 months fram the date of original purchase such defect s will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product at the Campany s option without charge for parts and repair labor dbtain repair or replacement within the tems of this Warranty the E is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage e g dated bill of sale specification of defect s transportation prepaid to the warranty center at the address shown below This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of car static or motor noise to correction of antenna prcblems to costs incurred for installation removal or reinstallation of the product or damage to tapes campact discs speakers accessories or vehicle electrical systems This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which in the opinion of the Campany has suffered or been damaged through alteration improper installation mishandling misuse neglect accident or by removal or defacement of the factory serial nurber bar code label s THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT This Warranty is in lieu of all other exp
13. nt rear speaker balance to the rear speakers or clockwise to adjust it to the front speakers The facer position will be shown on the display panel from FA R31 full rear to FAF31 full front When the level between the front and rear speakers is equal FA 00 will be shown on the display panel The display will automatically retum to the nomal indication 5 seconds after the last adjustment or another function is activated AUDIO EQUALIZER SELECTOR EQ The Audio Equalizer feature adjusts the frequency response allowing you to tailor the sound reproduction to 3 different acoustic settings Each press of the button will select a different effect ROCK CLAS a as shown by the indication on the display panel Pressing the button again will restore nomal stereo reproduction on the display panel LOUDNESS CONTOUR LOUD When listening to music at low volume levels this feature will boost the bass and treble ranges to compensate for the characteristics of human hearing Press the button mamentarily to activate this feature and the indication LOUD will appear on the display panel Pressing the button again momentarily will deactivate the feature the indication will disappear fram the display panel press the Up Tuning side of the butten to advance the unit one digit higher or the Down Tuning 44 side of the button to tune downwa
14. rd Pressing either side of the button for longer than 0 5 seconds will activate the Automatic Seek Tuning function radio will seek the next station in the selected direction and stop at that frequency The Seek function can be stopped by pressing the button yor activating any other tuning function LOCAL DISTANT SELECTOR LO DX This feature is used to select the strength of the signals at which the radio will stop during Automatic Seek Tuning Pressing the button will select the Local setting LOC will appear on the display panel and only strong local stations will be received Pressing the button again will select the Distant setting LOC will disappear from the display panel and the radio will stop at a wider range of signals including weaker distant stations FM MONO STEREO SELECTOR MONO During EM radio operation this button is used to select mono or stereo reception of the broadcast signal Under nomal reception conditions the unit should be left in the stereo mode as indicated by the ST on the display panel and the GD symbol when tuned to an FM stereo signal If the stereo signal is too noisy for comfortable listening press the FM Mono Stereo Selector button to switch to mono ratioa the 1 and QD indications will diseppear 128 5504 7 of 12 HJ Hd Z H O lt A e H D v z from the display panel
15. ress warranties or liabilities ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES CLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THI RATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY EREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT T HIN A PERIOD OF 30 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO CASE SHALL COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR EACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WHATSOEVER No rson or representative is authorized to assume for the Campany any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product Sane states do not allow limitations on how long implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary fram state to state U S A AUDIOVOX CORPORATION 150 MARCUS BLVD HAUPPAUGE NEW YORK 11788 1 1 800 645 4994 CANADA CALL 1 800 645 4994 FOR LOCATION OF WARRANTY STATION SERVING YOUR AREA 1999 Audiovox Corporation 1 Hapa NY 117 68 Printed in hima 128 5504 128 5504 12 of 12
16. se to adjust it to the right channel speakers The balance position will be shown on the display panel from 131 full left to EAR31 fill rigt When the volume level between the left and right Speakers is equal BA 00 will be shown the display panel The display will autaratically retum to the normal indication 5 seconds after the last BI or when another function is activated FRONT REAR FADER CONTROL To adjust the front rear speaker balance first the Fader mode by pressing the Select button s the indication appears on the display panel Monzo MUTE SELECTOR MUTE Press this button momentarily to mute the volume fran the system MUIE will flash on the display panel Pressi button again or adjusting the Volume control will m tum to volume level setting in use before the Mute function was mypted AM FM BAND SELECTOR BAND RADIO MODE SELECTOR Fach time this button is pressed the radio band is changed The indications AMI AMIT EMII or EMITI will appear in the display panel according to your selection During cassette play pressing this button will retum io operation MANUAL UP DOWN TUNING 1 44 AUTOMATIC SEEK TUNING SEEK To manually select a radio station momematrily Within 5 seconds choosing the Fader mode turn the Level control counter clockwise to adjust the fro
17. sleeve With the sleeve fully inserted into the dashboard opening bend as many of the tabs outward as necessary so that the sleeve is firmly secured to the dashboard 4 Place the radio in front of the dashboard opening so that the wiring can be brought through the mounting sleeve Follow the wiring diagram carefully and make certain all connections of the wiring harness are secure and insulated with wire nuts or electrical tape to insure proper operation of the unit After completing the wiring connections attach the front panel and tum the unit on to confim operation ignition switch must be Von If unit does not operate re check all wiring until problem is corrected Once proper operation is achieved tum off the ignition switch and proceed with final mounting of the chassis 5 Carefully slide the radio into the mounting sleeve making sure it is right side up until it is fully seated and the spring clips lock it into place 6 Attach one end of the perforated support strap supplied to the screw stud on the rear of the chassis using the hex nut provided Fasten the other end of the perforated strap to a secure part of the dashboard either above or below the radio using the screw and hex nut provided Bend the strap to position it as necessary CAUTION The rear of the radio must be supported with the strap to prevent damage to the dashboard from the weight of the radio or improper operation due to vibration 7 Re attach the front panel to the c
18. ted on the front of the chassis ront panel must be removed to access the button The re set circuitry is provided to protect the microprocessor circuitry and should only be activated under the following circumstances as it will erase the time and pre set memories the lowered position Grasp the panel at the and pullitoffofthedmssis After reroving the parel push the metal plate back up to the vertical position To re attach the panel press it straight onto the chassis until the mechanism locks it into place NOTES ON USE OF FRONT PANEL 1 Make sure the front panel is right side up when attaching it to the chassis as it cannot be attached when up side down 2 Do not press very hard on the front panel when attaching it to the chassis Nomore than light to moderate pressure should be needed When attaching the front panel make sure it is centered in the chassis frame and is pressed straight into positian 4 When taking the front panel with you please use the supplied carrying case to protect the panel frandirt and damage Make sure there is no dust or dirt cn the electrical terminals m the back of the panel as this could cause intermittent qoeration or other malfunctions SETTING THE CLOCK 1 Switch the vehicle ignition and radio on 2 Momentarily press the Time Frequency Selector button that the time is shown on the display panel 3 Within 5 seconds w
19. unit As with any cassette player the cassette section of this sound system does require a minimum of maintenance to keep it in good working condition The following simple care and maintenance suggestions should be followed to prevent malfunctions of the cassette system CassetteCare 1 Purchase a cassette cleaning kit fram your local retail store Use it At least every 20 to 30 hours of operation you must clean the cassette mechanism A dirty cassette player will have a poor sound 2 Do not use cassettes that exceed 45 minutes of play on each side 3 Do nct insert a cassette that appears to be broken twisted or dirty or with loose or tom labels it 4 Always keep your cassettes away fram direct sunlight or exposure to sub freezing conditions Ifa cassette is cold allow it to warm up before use 5 Do not keep a cassette in the player when not in use 6 Before inserting a cassette in the player check that the tape is tightly wound on the reels Take up any excess slack using a pencil to tum the drive hub in the cassette see diagram 128 5504 10 of 12 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CHECK FOLLOWING Unit campletely incperative no lights Incorrect power connection Red wire to 12 ACC and Yellow wire to no sound 12V battery Blow itus Check fuses in wires listed above and check car fuse block Unit will not keep time or radio station Incorrect power connection Yellow wire is not connect
20. with the exposed tape to the rigt and insert it fully into the cassette door until the cassette is engaged and begins playing TAPE will appear on the display panel When the cassette reaches the end on the side of the tape being played the unit will autaratically change direction of play as shown by the arrow indications on the display panel NOTE Observe cassette operation cautions in Care section of this manual AST FORWARD REWIND BUTTONS gt 44 These buttons cause the tape to move rapidly in the direction indicated by the arrows For example if the gt gt button is pushed when the tape is moving fran left toridt gt the display panel the tape will fast forward If the button is pressed while the tape is moving frm right to left 4 the display panel the tape will rewind To stop fast tape movement lightly push the agposite button If the tape is allowed to fast forward or rewind all the way to the erd play will tically begin again fram that point TE ss SELECTOR To manually reverse tape direction and play the other side program of the cassette Light Fast Forward and Rewind buttons the same time The change of direction will be shown by EIE on the display panel EJECT BUTTON Tape playback is stopped and the cassette is ejected by pressing this button located behind the front panel next to the tape door Radio operation will automatically
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