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Audiovox ACC-56 manual

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    MODEL ACC-56 REMOTE-CONTROL RF MODULA TED 10-DISC CD CHANGER O WNER'S MANU AL AND INST ALLA TION GUIDE ACC-56[...]

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    INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the RAMPAGE ACC-56 REMOTE-CONTROL 10-DISC CD CHANGER . This system allows you to easily upgrade your vehicles existing audio system to include a quality CD entertainment function. Once installed, this system utilizes an unused FM frequency on the vehicles existing audio system to play audio through t[...]

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    CD Magazine (P/N ACC-56MAZ) 1 pc. Index label sheet 1 pc. Owner's Manual and Installation Guide 1 pc. Self-tapping screw (M5 x 12) 4 pcs. Seals (A) 1 pc. 5 Meter Din Cable 1 pc. Hexagonal bolt with washer (M5 x 10) 7 pcs. INST ALLA TION P ARTS OTHER ACCESSORIES MAIN UNIT P ACKING LIST Changer Bracket (L) 1 pc. Bracket (R) 1 pc. Seals (B) 1 pc.[...]

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    NOTE: If the changer is to be installed in a car that is equipped with an on-board drive or navigation computer, do not disconnect the battery cable. If the cable is disconnected, the computer memory may be lost. Under these conditions, use extra caution during installation not to cause a short circuit. Do not install the unit in the following loca[...]

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    5 MOUNT ON FLOOR OF TRUNK (HORIZONTAL OR 45 DEGREES) MOUNT ON SIDEWALL OF CARGO AREA MOUNT ON BULKHEAD BEHIND SEAT OF PICKUP TRUCKS MOUNT ON BACKWALL OF HATCH AREA MOUNT ON SIDE OF TRUNK SIDEWALL TRUNK MOUNTING (SEDANS) This is usually the easiest location to use as there is ample space available. Check that you do not interfere with the removal of[...]

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    6 INST ALLA TION The ACC-56 changer is designed for horizontal (flat), vertical (upright) or 45-degree mounting. It must never be mounted upside- down or on either one of it's sides as explained previously. The position of the built-in anti-vibration springs (left and right side), must correspond to the mounting position chosen. If the springs[...]

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    7 PROCEDURE FOR VERTICAL INST ALLA TION NOTE: If the anti-vibration spring position has been changed and verified for vertical mounting (as shown on page 6), start with step 2. Hexagonal bolt with washer base (M5 x 8) Bracket (R) Bracket (L) 4 2 Attach bracket (L) and bracket (R) to each side of the unit, using the hexagonal bolts with washer base [...]

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    8 PROCEDURE FOR 45° ANGLE INST ALLA TION NOTE: If the anti-vibration spring position has been changed and verified for 45° angle mounting (as shown on page 6), start with step 2. 4 2 Attach bracket (L) and bracket (R) to each side of the unit, using the hexagonal bolts with washer base (M5 x 8). Mount the unit in place, using four self-tapping sc[...]

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    9 OVERALL WIRING VIEW This page is provided to give you a quick look at the entire wiring of the ACC-56. Use it to plan your wire routing paths and possible connection points. Detailed wiring is explained in the following pages. NOTE: When routing wires and cables from the rear of the car to the dash- board, it is best to conceal the wires under ca[...]

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    10 WIRING THE FM MODULA TO R The FM modulator should be positioned near your existing car stereo and the 15 foot data cable should be connected to it. Make the following connections to the FM modulator: DA T A CABLE The 15 foot data cable connects the changer to the FM module. First connect the end of the data cable labelled "TO CD CHANGER&quo[...]

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    CAR ANTENNA INPUT Locate your existing car radio antenna cable. This is normally a black cable about as thick as a pencil and will be plugged into a socket on the rear of your car radio. Unplug this antenna lead and plug it into the mating female socket on the FM modulator. IMPORTANT - Some Import cars have a special dual antenna called “DIVERSIT[...]

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    12 MOUNTING THE REMOTE CONTROL On the back of the remote control you will find an adhesive backed “Velcro” pad. Select the desired mounting area on your car dashboard that will allow ease of use and full visibility of the LCD display. Peel off the protective paper on the adhesive pad. Make certain the dash area is clean of all wax, grease, etc.[...]

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    CONTROLS LCD Display Track/Disc Scan (SCN) Track/Disc Repeat (RPT) Track/Disc Shuffle (SFL) Reset Button Play/Pause ( / II) Power Off Switch (OFF) Track (TRK) Select ( ) Track (TRK) Search ( ) Disc Select ( +/- ) PREP ARING FOR OPERA TION 1. Load CD magazine bm and insert into changer as described on page 16. 2. Turn on your car ignition and your c[...]

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    14 USE OF CONTROLS is provided to protect the unit's microprocessor and laser pickup system and should only be activated under the following circumstances: 1. Initial installation after all wiring is completed (this must be done). 2. If abnormal disc operation is encountered, the reset button may be pressed to clear the system and return to no[...]

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    This CD Changer is designed to be operated only on 12 volt DC negative ground systems. The unit cannot be used on 24 volt or positive ground systems. TEMPERATURE The unit may not operate correctly in extremely hot or cold temperatures. It is equipped with a built-in thermal protection c i rcuit which will stop operation of the unit when the tempera[...]

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    LOADING DISCS INTO THE MAGAZINE This CD Changer uses a specially-designed magazine to hold up to 10 compact discs. To load discs into the magazine, grip the tab on the magazine tray into which you will be loading a disc and pull it out gently as shown in Figure 1. Pull out only one tray at a time. Insert a disc into the tray with the label side dow[...]

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    CD CHANGER OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS This CD Changer is designed to operate through a compatible Audiovox car stereo which incorporates the controls and display functions or through the FM section of any car stereo. P l ease check with your Audiovox stereo specialist for recommendations of the models that will work with this changer. The specific ope[...]

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    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. No power Magazine cannot be installed CD is not played Noise, skipping, or intermittent sound during playback. Possible Cause Remedy [...]

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    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 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product [...]

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    © 2002 Audiovox Electronics Corp., Hauppauge, NY 11788 Printed in China 128-6265[...]