Audiovox Car Stereo System P MC3 User Manual

P-MC3  
FM MODULATOR / WIRED COMMANDER  
FOR CD CHANGER SYSTEM  
OWNER'S  
MANUAL  
by  
AUDIOVOX  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
SETTING UP FOR OPERATION  
The P-MC3 FM Modulator/Wired Commander is designed to  
permitoperationofcompatibleAudiovoxCDchangersthroughthe  
FM section of any car stereo system. Please check with your  
Prestige car stereo specialist for recommendations of the CD  
changer models that will work with the P-MC3. The specific details  
on the handling of discs and the use of the CD magazine (loading,  
removal, etc.) will be found within the Owner’s Manual of the  
compatible changer.  
Following the instructions in the owner’s manual of the compatible  
CD changer, load the desired number of discs into the CD  
magazine and insert the magazine into the changer.  
Turn on the car stereo and select FM band operation. Tune the  
radio to either 88.7 or 89.1 MHz. (depending on the frequency to  
which the installer has set the unit) or push the pre-set memory  
pushbutton that has been set as per the above description.  
Since the P-MC3/CD changer system will operate through the FM  
stereo section of your existing sound system, adjustment of the  
audio functions (volume, tone, balance etc.) is made by using the  
controls on the car stereo. Control of disc play is by the wired  
commander of the P-MC3 which can be conveniently mounted to  
the dashboard. The output from the FM modulator of the P-MC3  
is at 88.7 or 89.1 MHz. (set by the installer) on the FM band. To  
simplify operation of the system, it is recommended that a pre-set  
memory pushbutton on the radio be set to the selected output  
frequency of the modulator. Consult the operating instructions of  
the car stereo for directions on setting the memory pushbuttons.  
Turn on the changer system by pressing the Play/Pause button 2  
on the commander. The display panel on the commander will  
illuminate and play of the first disc in the magazine will begin.  
Adjust the volume, tone, and balance to your taste by using the  
controls on the car stereo.  
When the last track on a disc has played, the unit will automatically  
advance to and begin play of the next disc in the magazine. When  
the last track on the last disc in the magazine has been played, the  
unit will automatically return to the first disc and begin play again.  
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POWER OFF SWITCH (OFF)  
Press this switch to turn the CD changer off and return to normal  
FM reception.  
WIRED COMMANDER OPERATION  
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DISC SELECT ( - + )  
The Disc Select function is used to select the desired disc for play  
as shown on the LCD panel. The unit will automatically load the  
selected disc and begin play. To advance to a higher number disc,  
press the + side of the button. To return to a lower number, press  
the - side.  
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TRACK SELECT (  
)
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The Track Select function is used to quickly access the beginning  
ofaparticulartrack. PressForwardTrackSelect( )orBackward  
Track Select ( ) to locate the desired track as shown by the track  
number indication on the LCD panel.  
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LCD DISPLAY  
The LCD Display Panel will illuminate when the CD changer is  
operating. Differentsymbolswillappeardependingonthefunction  
and operation in use. Each display is explained in the applicable  
function explanation below.  
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TRACK SEARCH (  
High-speed audible search to any section of the disc can be made  
by the search functions. Press and hold the button to advance  
quickly in the forward direction or press and hold the button  
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PLAY / PAUSE (  
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Pressing this button turns on the CD changer, illuminates the LCD  
panel and begins play of disc #1 if a new CD magazine has been  
loaded into the changer. If a magazine was already in the changer,  
play will resume from the track on the disc previously in play. Play  
of the disc is shown by the indication  
symbol on the LCD panel. Pressing the button again will tempo-  
rarily stop play of the disc. The pause indication will be shown  
to advance rapidly in the backward direction. During search  
operation, the rotating disc symbol will turn faster and the appro-  
priate symbol (  
the forward search (  
last track is reached, or the backward search (  
) or (  
) will flash on the LCD panel. When  
) button is held down and the end of the  
and the rotating disc  
) is held down  
and the unit reaches the beginning of the first track on the disc, the  
unit will enter the Pause mode until the button is released.  
on the LCD panel and the disc symbol will stop rotating and flash  
instead. Press the button again to resume play of the disc.  
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TRACK / DISC SHUFFLE (SFL)  
NOTE: If left in the PAUSE mode for 5 minutes, the unit will When the Shuffle button is pressed, the SHUF indication will  
automatically shut off.  
appear on the LCD panel and the tracks on the disc will be played  
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in a random, shuffled order. The Track Select  
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function will also on the LCD panel and the first 10 seconds of each track on the disc  
select tracks in the shuffled order instead of the normal progression. will be played in order. When a desired track is reached, press the  
Scan button again and play of that track will continue ( SCN will  
button  
functions.  
The Tra7ck Shuffle mode can be cancelled by pressing the Shuffle  
again, or by activating the Scan  
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or Repeat  
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disappearfromthedisplay). TrackScanmodewillbecancelledby  
activating any other function (Repeat, Shuffle, Disc Select, Track  
Select, or Track Search).  
When the Shuffle button is pressed and held longer than 2  
seconds, the SHUF and DISC indications will appear on the LCD  
panel and the discs in the magazine will be played in a random  
shuffled order, as well as the tracks on each disc. When all the  
tracks on the selected disc have been played, the next disc will be  
selected in shuffled order and its tracks will be played in shuffled  
When the Scan button is pressed and held for longer than 2  
seconds, the SCN and DISC indications will appear on the LCD  
panel and the first 10 seconds of the first track of each disc in the  
magazine will be played. When the desired disc is reached, press  
the Scan button again and play of that disc will continue ( SCN and  
DISC will disappear from the display). Disc Scan mode will also  
becancelledbyactivatinganyotherfunction(Repeat,Shuffle,Disc  
Select, Track Select, or Track Search).  
Shuffle button again, or by activating the Scan  
functions.  
order. The Disc Shuffle mode can be cancelled9by pressing the  
or Repeat  
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TRACK / DISC REPEAT (RPT)  
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RESET BUTTON  
When the Repeat button is pressed, the RPT indication will  
appear on the LCD panel and play of the selected track will be  
continuouslyrepeateduntiltheTrackRepeatmodeiscancelledby  
Aresetbuttonislocatedonthefrontpanelofthewiredcommander  
which must be activated with a pen or other thin object as it is  
recessed to prevent accidental engagement. The reset circuitry is  
provided to protect the unit's microprocessor and laser pick-up  
system and should only be activated under the following  
circumstances:  
pressing the Repeat button again or by activating the Scan  
Shuffle functions.  
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or  
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When the Repeat button is pressed and held longer than 2  
seconds, the RPT and DISC indications will appear on the LCD  
panel and play of the selected disc will be continuously repeated  
1. Initial installation after all wiring is completed.  
2. If abnormal disc operation is encountered, the reset button may  
be pressed to clear the system and return to normal operation.  
button again or by activating the Scan  
TRACK / DISC SCAN (SCN)  
When the Scan button is pressed, the indication SCN will appear  
until the Disc Repeat mode is cancelle9d by pressing the Repeat  
or Shuffle  
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functions.  
CAUTION : Avoid use of the Reset button after initial use unless  
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you have a definite abnormal disc operation.  
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ERROR SIGNS  
If a problem should develop while operating the CD changer, the following error signs may be displayed on the LCD panel:  
E - 01 : Indicates abnormal disc change function. Contact the place of purchase for further service advise.  
E - 30 : Indicates excessive temperature conditions. The error sign will go off and play will resume when  
the changer temperature returns to normal range.  
- - - - : Magazine is not loaded in the changer.  
0 - 0 0 : No discs are loaded in the magazine.  
1 - - - : No disc is loaded in magazine slot #1. (2--- indication for slot #2, etc.)  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
An error made in operation or during installation of this product may be mistaken for a system malfunction. Please perform  
the checks described below before contacting your dealer or service facility.  
Symptom  
Possible Cause  
Remedy  
Blown fuse  
Check fuses in vehicle fuse box and changer system.  
Replace as necessary with fuse of same type and rating as  
original. If fuse blows again, consult with service facility.  
No power  
Incorrect connection  
Check all wiring and correct as necessary.  
Insert magazine in proper direction.  
Magazine is inserted in wrong  
direction  
Magazine cannot be  
installed  
Disc is loaded incorrectly in magazine  
Scratches on disc or warped disc  
Load disc correctly in the magazine.  
CD is not played  
Check sound on another disc. If sound from second disc is  
OK, first disc is defective.  
Noise, skipping, or  
intermittent sound  
during playback.  
Extremely dirty disc  
Clean disc  
Mounting angle adjustment on the CD  
changer is not correct  
Set the mounting angle adjustment to the correct position as  
per the installation instructions of the CD changer.  
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36 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY  
Applies to automotive CD changers  
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 material or workmanship within 36 months from the date of original purchase, such  
defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.  
To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated  
bill of sale), specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to an approved warranty station or the Company at the address shown below.  
This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to correction of antenna problems, to costs incurred  
for installation, removal or reinstallation of the product, or to damage to tapes, compact discs, speakers, accessories, or vehicle electrical  
systems.  
This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of the Company, has suffered or been damaged through  
alteration, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number/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 express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY  
OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY  
WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF  
48 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR  
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. No person or  
representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an 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 from state to state.  
U.S.A. : AUDIOVOX CORPORATION, 150 MARCUS BLVD., HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK 11788  
1-800-645-4994  
CANADA : CALL 1-800-645-4994 FOR LOCATION OF WARRANTY STATION SERVING YOUR AREA  
128-5531  
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Form. No. 128-5118A  
© 1999 AUDIOVOX CORP., HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.  

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