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MARINE STEREO RECEIVER MCR-1
MCR-1
Marine Gauge Stereo Receiver
User Manual
MARINE STEREO RECEIVER MCR-1
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Mounting
Once a suitable location has been determined, drill the hole and secure the stereo using the metal
mounting bracket. If the bracket needs to be shortened, remove the appropriate number of
breakaway segments using a pair of pliers.
1. This unit should be installed by a professional technician.
2. Please read the equipment's operation manual carefully before installation.
3. Connect all other wires before connecting the power.
4. To avoid a short circuit, ensure all exposed wires are insulated.
5. Secure all wires after installation.
6. Connect the wires to the unit strictly according to this manual. Incorrect connections may
cause damage.
7. This unit is designed for 12V DC systems only. Please ensure your vehicle uses a negative
ground electrical system.
8. Connect the wires correctly. Incorrect wiring may cause malfunction or damage to the electri
cal system.
INSTALLATION
Break Lines
Mounting Bracket
Dashboard
WIRING
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10A (Fuse)
RE AR
AU X IN
US B
IR R EM OT E
FU SE
RA DIO AN TENNA
1. White (Z1 L+)
2. White
& Black (Z1 L-)
3. Green (Z2 L+)
4. Green & Black (Z2 L-)
1. Red (+12V DC)
2.Blue (REM OUT)
3.Orange (REM IN)
4.Black (Ground)
5. Purple (Z2 R+)
6. Purple & Black (Z2 R-)
7. Gray (Z1 R+)
8. Gray & Black (Z1 R-)
Green (Rear)
Black (Aux In)
USB
IR Remote
Radio Antenna
KEY FUNCTION
Track Down Button
Play/Pause Button
Band Button
Track Up Button
Source Button
Power/Mute/Volume Knob
Select Button
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MUTE
VOL- VOL+
SRC
SEL
OPERATION
1. Track Down Button
• In RADIO mode: Press briefly to seek down; press and hold to scan stations.
• In USB/BT mode: Press briefly for previous song/file; press and hold for fast rewind.
2. Play/Pause Button
• In USB/BT mode: Press to pause or resume playback.
3. Band Button
• Press to cycle through FM1/FM2/FM3/AM1/AM2 bands.
• Press and hold for 3 seconds to activate Auto Store.
4. Track Up Button
• In RADIO mode: Press briefly to seek up; press and hold to scan stations.
• In USB/BT mode: Press briefly for next song/file; press and hold for fast forward.
5. Source (SRC) Button
• Press to cycle through audio input modes (e.g., Radio, USB, BT, AUX).
6. Power/Mute/Volume Knob
• Press: Powers the unit on/off. When on, a brief press mutes/unmutes.
• Rotate: Adjusts volume.
7. Select (SEL) Button & Volume Knob (Settings Menu)
• Press briefly to enter settings menu (BAS/TRE/SUB/EQ/LOUD/AUTO/BEEP).
• Rotate the Volume knob to navigate and select options.
• BEEP Setting: Toggles keypress sound on/off.
• Clock Adjustment: Press and hold the SEL button to enter clock setting mode. Rotate the
Volume knob to adjust values.
8. Restart Playlist (USB Mode)
• During MP3/WMA playback, press and hold the SRC button to return to the first song in the
USB playlist.
9. AUX-IN Operation
• Connect an audio device to the R/L AUX-IN connectors on the rear of the unit. Press the Mode
(SRC) button to select “AUX” input mode.
10. Bluetooth Operation
• Pairing:
On your mobile device, enable Bluetooth and search for available devices. Select “MCR-1” from
the list. No password is required for pairing. Once successfully paired, the BT icon will appear on
the unit’s display.
Power Supply: 12 V DC, Negative Ground
Chassis Dimensions (W x D x H): 100 x 100 x 70 mm
Tone Controls: • Bass (at 100 Hz): +10 dB
• Treble (at 10 kHz): +10 dB
Maximum Output Power: 4 X 40 W
Current Drain: 10 A (Max.)
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SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency: FM (EUR): 87.5 - 108 MHz
AM/MW: 522 - 1620 kHz
Sensitivity: FM: 4 µV (for S/N = 30 dB)
AM: 36 dBµV (for S/N = 20 dB)
Intermediate Frequency: FM: 10.7 MHz
AM: 450 kHz
Stereo Separation: > 25 dB (FM)
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Before proceeding with the checklist, verify all wiring connections. If any problems persist after
following the checklist, please contact:
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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.
Symptom
No power
No sound
The controls
do not work
The radio does
not work
Auto station
search fails
Cause
The ignition switch is off.
The fuse is blown.
The volume is set to minimum.
The wiring is not properly
connected.
The built-in microcomputer
malfunctioned due to
electrical noise.
The antenna cable is
not connected.
The radio signals are
too weak.
Solution
lf the unit is connected to an
accessory circuit, turn the ignition
key to the"ACC"position.
Replace the fuse.
Adjust the volume to the desired level.
Check all wiring connections.
Press the Reset button.
Firmly insert the antenna cable.
Manually select a station.
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Radiation Exposure Statement
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement in portable exposure
condition without restriction.
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