RetroSound MOTOR4 Manuel utilisateur

MODERN SOUND FOR YOUR CLASSIC

www.retromanufacturing.com

USER’S MANUAL

Version 1

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME 3

WHAT’S IN THE BOX 4

PRECAUTIONS 5

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 8

WIRING DIAGRAM 11

OPERATING YOUR RADIO

BASIC OPERATION 15

TONE CONTROLS 18

SYSTEM SETTINGS 20

USB DEVICE INSTRUCTIONS 25

BLUETOOTH®INSTRUCTIONS 28

SIRIUSXM INSTRUCTIONS 30

SIRIUSXM TROUBLESHOOTING 34

TROUBLESHOOTING 35

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 36

SPECIFICATIONS 39

LIMITED WARRANTY 40

REPLACEMENT PARTS 41

INSTALLATION NOTES 42

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LICENSING

For clarity in identifying your model of iPod, please see Apple’s document

“Identifying iPod®models” at http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1353.

“Made for iPod®” and “Made for iPhone®” mean that an electronics accessory has been

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developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible the operation of this

device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this

accessory with iPod®or iPhone®may affect wireless performance. Apple is not responsible for the

operation of the device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

iPod®and iPhone®are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Sirius, XM, SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.

Windows Media®and the windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth®SIG, Inc., and any use of such

marks by Retro Manufacturing, LLC are under license. Other trademarks and trade names are

those of their respective owners.

Made for iPod®

(Correct function of earlier versions

cannot be guaranteed.)

• iPod Touch (5th generation): Ver. 9.3.5

• iPod Touch (4th generation): Ver. 6.1.2

• iPod Touch (3rd generation): Ver. 5.1

• iPod Touch (2nd generation): Ver. 4.2.1

• iPod Nano (6th generation): Ver. 1.1

• iPod Nano (5th generation): Ver. 1.0.2

• iPod Nano (4th generation): Ver. 1.0.4

• iPod Nano (3rd generation): Ver. 1.1.3

• iPod Classic (160 GB) (Late 2009): Ver. 2.0.4

• iPod Classic (120 GB): Ver. 2.0.1

• iPod Classic (80 GB, 160 GB): Ver. 1.1.2

Made for iPhone®

(Correct function of earlier versions

cannot be guaranteed.)

• iPhone SE: Ver. 10.1.1

• iPhone 6s Plus: Ver. 10.1.1

• iPhone 6s: Ver. 10.1.1

• iPhone 6 Plus: Ver 10.1.1

• iPhone 6: Ver. 10.1.1

• iPhone 5s: Ver. 10.1.1

• iPhone 5: Ver. 10.1.1

• iPhone 4s: Ver. 9.3.5

• iPhone 4: Ver. 7.1.2

• iPhone 3Gs: Ver. 6.1.6

• iPhone 3G: Ver. 4.2.1

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WELCOME

Thank you for purchasing a RetroSound® SiriusXM-Ready™ radio.

Motor 4 has the advanced features you expect from a

modern car stereo. The RetroSound®radio consists of two

main parts: the radio face and the Motor 4 body.

General Features

• The only SiriusXM-ready™ classic car radio

(SiriusXM Connect vehicle tuner and subscription required)

• Made for iPod®/iPhone®

• Built-in Bluetooth®for hands-free calling and audio streaming (microphone included)

• Wireless Audio Browsing from your iPhone®or Android device

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• Selectable 32,000 color LCD illumination with user presets

• AM/FM tuner with 30 presets and RDS

• Selectable international tuner frequencies

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• 3 EQ presets plus user-controlled bass, mid-range,

treble, fader, and balance adjustment

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• Available with period-correct knobs and bezel for your vehicle

• Inputs: 2 rear-mounted standard USB ports and auxiliary inputs

• Outputs: 6-channel pre-amp outputs (front, rear, subwoofer)

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• 2 year warranty

The information enclosed in this user’s manual is to be used as a guide to assist

you with installation and operation of your radio. This guide does not cover

every installation possibility, vehicle, or every aspect of the installation process.

Retro Manufacturing, LLC, RetroSound®, or its subsidiaries, assume no

responsibility for any installation. This manual may be updated from time to time.

Visit our website for the latest updates: www.retromanufacturing.com.

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX

The items shown below are packaged with your Motor 4 box.

The items shown below are packaged with your radio face box.

Main Wiring Harness

(plugs into back of radio)

Power and Speaker

Wiring Harnesses

(both plug into

Main Wiring Harness)

Motor 4 Radio Body Bluetooth

Microphone

Vintage Radio Dial Screen Protectors

(select models only)

Radio Face Shaft Mounting Hardware

Radio Face

Mounting Screws

Shafts

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Metal Mounting Back Strap

and Hardware

Plastic Washer Kit Bracket Mounting Hardware

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PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE OBSERVE THESE PRECAUTIONS WHEN INSTALLING

AND USING THIS UNIT:

This user’s manual does not cover all possible installation scenarios.

If you feel you can’t install this unit yourself, take it to a local car

audio professional. If you have questions about installing your

radio, contact us at [email protected]

or by calling 888.325.1555.

• Do not disassemble or modify the unit or attempt to

repair the unit yourself. If the unit needs to be repaired,

consult your dealer or Retro Manufacturing, LLC.

• Do not use the unit when it is out of order. If the unit is out of

order or is in an abnormal state (has foreign objects in it, is

exposed to water, smokes or smells), turn it off immediately

and consult your dealer or Retro Manufacturing, LLC.

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When the fuse fails, eliminate the cause and have it

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prescribed for this unit. Incorrect replacement of the fuse

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Then check the fuse in your vehicle’s fuse panel and the

fuse at the unit’s wiring harness. Do not expose the unit to

direct sunlight or excessive heat. Excessive heat will raise the

interior temperature of the unit, which may damage it.

• Do not use the unit where it is exposed to moisture or

dust. Exposure of the unit to moisture or dust may lead

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your warranty. Make sure the unit does not get wet

in car washes or on rainy days. Exposure to moisture

will damage the unit and void your warranty.

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PRECAUTIONS

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Installation of this unit requires special skills and experience.

Retro Manufacturing, LLC is not liable for any problems resulting

from improper installation of the unit. Please be sure to follow

the instructions carefully while attempting installation.

• Follow the instructions to wire the unit. Failure to follow the

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• Be careful not to damage the leads. Prevent them from

being caught in the vehicle chassis or from being damaged

by screws or moving parts such as seat rails. Do not scratch,

pull, bend or twist the leads. Do not install them near heat

sources or place heavy objects on them. If the wiring must

be routed around sharp metal edges, protect them by

wrapping them with vinyl tape or similar protections.

NOTE: Cutting the main wiring harness, antenna lead,

USB or auxiliary cables will void the warranty of your radio.

• We recommend only using the designated parts and

tools when installing this unit. If mounting the radio face

or body remotely, use extreme caution not to damage

internal parts when choosing brackets and screws.

• Do not interfere with safety-related vehicle components.

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suspension, steering wheel, pedals, etc. Check for electric

wiring, piping and other items before installing the unit.

• Never install the unit in a location where it

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• Use the supplied metal backstrap to secure the rear

of the unit. Failure to secure the back of the unit will

damage the shafts and void your warranty.

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PRECAUTIONS

• Never splice into the power lead to supply

other equipment with power.

• After installation and wiring, always check the normal

operation of other electrical equipment.

• Make sure that no wires interfere with driving

or getting in and out of the vehicle.

• Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short-circuiting or electric shock.

• Do not operate the unit for prolonged periods

with the engine off. Prolonged operation with the

engine turned off will drain the battery.

• Keep the volume of your radio at a level that allows

you to hear outside noises such as emergency sirens

and train crossing warnings. Prolonged exposure to

high volume levels may also result in hearing loss.

• This unit requires 12 volts to both the red and yellow power leads.

The unit will not work without 12 volts to both of these leads.

• Always disconnect the negative (-) battery cable before

beginning installation. Verify the battery ground by checking

that one wire is connected to the vehicle’s starter mounting

bolt or engine block and the other to the vehicle’s chassis using

at least 8 gauge wire. Make sure the alternator or generator

connections are secure and free from corrosion, rust or dirt.

• This unit is designed for operation with a negative ground

12 volt DC battery system. Do not operate this unit with

other battery systems, especially an 18 or 24 volt DC or a

positive ground system. If you have a 6 volt system, you

need to either convert to 12 volt DC or purchase a separate

inverter that would increase the voltage to 12 volts.

NOTE: The inverter needs to be rated at 10 amps or higher

in order for the radio to operate properly.

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STEP 1: Install the Radio Face

Plug the ribbon cable included with the Motor 4 radio body

into the radio face. After plugging in the radio face, attach

it to the radio body (if it is not already attached) and tighten

with the four radio face mounting screws provided in the

radio face box (the screws are very small and are included

in the hardware kit included with your Motor 4 box).

The RetroSound®logo on the Motor 4 radio body should be facing

upwards. Take care to not install the face to the body upside down.

NOTE: Optionally, the radio face can be mounted remotely up to nine feet away

from the Motor 4 radio body using an optional Face to Body Extension Cable (sold

separately). In some installation applications, a bracket (not included) can be used

to mount the radio face to the radio body at an angle.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Figure 1 - Attach the Radio Face

Radio Face

Motor 4

Radio Body

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 2: Install InfiniMount Brackets

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body using the supplied screws (the brackets are marked with

a “L” for left and a “R” for right). Before tightening the screws,

you need to adjust the brackets up, down, forward or backward

(see Figure 2). You may also rotate, cut, or bend the brackets to

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screws tightened on each side.*

*In some installations the brackets must be moved far enough forward or backwards

or rotated so that only two screws will align with the threaded screw holes

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