1. Selelekela
Kea leboha ha u rekileasing the Caliber RMD 068-2 Car Radio USB/SD Player. This manual provides detailed instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your new car radio. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the product to ensure proper functionality and safety. Keep this manual for future reference.
2. Boitsebiso ba Tšireletseho
- Kemiso: Ensure the unit is installed by a qualified technician to prevent damage to the vehicle's electrical system. Incorrect wiring can cause fire or electrical shock.
- Phepelo ea motlakase: Connect the unit only to a 12V DC car battery with a negative ground.
- Li-fuse: Always replace fuses with new ones of the specified rating. Using an incorrect fuse can cause damage to the unit or vehicle.
- Boemo ba Bolumo: Do not operate the unit at excessively high volume levels, as this may impair your ability to hear external traffic sounds and could be dangerous.
- Ho hloekisa: Sebelisa lesela le bonolo, le omeletseng ho hloekisa. Se ke oa sebelisa li-abrasive cleaners kapa solvents.
- Mongobo: U se ke ua pepesa yuniti ho mongobo kapa metsi.
3. Likahare tsa Sephutheloana
Ka kopo netefatsa hore lintho tsohle li teng:
- Caliber RMD 068-2 Car Radio Unit
- "Detachable Front Panel".
- ISO Wiring marapo
- Sekhahla sa Mounting
- Disassembly Keys (2 pcs)
- Bukana ea mosebelisi (tokomane ena)
4. Sehlahisoa Overview
Setšoantšo sa 1: Pele view of the Caliber RMD 068-2 Car Radio. This image shows the main unit with its detachable front panel, including the display, control buttons, USB port, and SD card slot.
4.1 Front Panel Controls
- POWER/MODE Button: Press to turn on/off. Short press to switch between Radio, USB, SD, AUX modes.
- VOLUME Kotola: Rotate to adjust volume. Press to access audio settings (Bass, Treble, Balance, Fader).
- Bontša: Shows current time, radio frequency, track information, etc.
- Boema-kepe ba USB: Hokela di-flash drive tsa USB bakeng sa ho bapala mecha ea phatlalatso.
- Sebaka sa Karete ea SD: Kenya likarete tsa SD bakeng sa ho bapala mecha ea litaba.
- Ho Kenngwa ha AUX (Jack ea 3.5mm): Hokela lisebelisoa tsa audio tsa kantle.
- BAND/AMS Button: In radio mode, press to select radio band (FM1, FM2, FM3). Long press for Automatic Memory Store.
- PRESET Buttons (1-6): Store and recall radio stations. In USB/SD mode, use for direct track selection.
- PLAY/PUUSE Konopo: Play or pause media playback.
- FORWARD/BACKWARD Buttons: Skip tracks or tune radio frequency.
- EJECT Button: Release the detachable front panel.
4.2 Lihokelo tse ka morao
The rear of the unit features standard ISO connectors for power and speakers, along with an antenna input.
- ISO Power Connector: For connecting to the vehicle's power supply (constant 12V, ignition 12V, ground).
- ISO Speaker Connector: For connecting to the vehicle's speakers (Front Left, Front Right, Rear Left, Rear Right).
- Kenyo ea Antenna: For connecting the car's radio antenna.
5. Seta
5.1 Ho kenngwa
- Hakolla Betri: Before starting, disconnect the negative terminal of your car battery to prevent short circuits.
- Tlosa Yuniti ea Khale: Carefully remove your existing car radio from the dashboard.
- Install Mounting Frame: Insert the supplied mounting frame into the dashboard opening and bend the tabs to secure it.
- Hokela Wiring: Refer to the wiring diagram in section 5.2. Connect the ISO wiring harness to the car's wiring and then to the Caliber RMD 068-2 unit. Connect the antenna cable.
- Slide Unit In: Carefully slide the Caliber RMD 068-2 unit into the mounting frame until it clicks into place.
- Kopanya Battery hape: Reconnect the negative terminal of your car battery.
- Hokela Phanele e ka Pele: Attach the detachable front panel to the main unit.
5.2 Setšoantšo sa Wiring
The Caliber RMD 068-2 uses standard ISO connectors. Ensure correct connections as shown below. If your vehicle does not have ISO connectors, an adapter may be required.
| Pin No. | Wire Color (Typical) | Mosebetsi |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Bosehla | 12V e sa fetoheng (Betri) |
| 7 | Khubedu | Fetola 12V (Ignition) |
| 8 | Ntsho | Fatše |
| 5 | Boputsoa | Antenna Remote Out |
| Pin No. | Wire Color (Typical) | Mosebetsi |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bopherese | Ka morao ka ho le letona (+) |
| 2 | Bopherese/ Botsho | Ka morao ka ho le letona (-) |
| 3 | Botala | Ka morao Le letšehali (+) |
| 4 | Botala/Botsho | Ka morao Le letšehali (-) |
| 5 | Hlooho | Ka pele Ka ho le letona (+) |
| 6 | Boputsoa/Botsho | Ka pele ka ho le letona (-) |
| 7 | Bosoeu | Ka pele ka ho le letšehali (+) |
| 8 | Bosoeu/Botsho | Ka pele Le letšehali (-) |
Note: Wire colors may vary depending on vehicle manufacturer. Always consult your vehicle's wiring diagram.
6. Litaelo tsa Ts'ebetso
6.1 Mesebetsi ea Motheo
- Tlosa/Tima: Tobetsa ea MATLA / MOTHO konopo ho bulela kapa ho tima yuniti.
- Taolo ea Bolumo: Rotate the BOLUMO ho ya ka konopo ya oache ho eketsa modumo, ho ya ka lehlakoreng le leng ho ya ka wache ho fokotsa.
- Khetho ea Mokhoa: Tobetsa nakoana ea MATLA / MOTHO button to cycle through available modes: Radio (FM), USB, SD, AUX.
- Litlhophiso tsa molumo: Tobetsa ea BOLUMO knob to enter audio settings. Rotate the knob to select settings like BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, FADER. Press the knob again to confirm or move to the next setting.
6.2 Ts'ebetso ea seea-le-moea
- Khetho ea sehlopha: In Radio mode, press the BAND / AMS button to switch between FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands.
- Tokiso ea letsoho: Tobetsa nakoana ea PELE/ MORAKO dikonopo ho lokisa maqhubu.
- Patlisiso e Ikemetseng: Tobetsa nako e telele PELE/ MORAKO likonopo ho batla ka bo eona seteishene se matla se latelang.
- Store Presets: Tune to your desired station. Long press one of the PRESET (1-6) buttons until you hear a beep. The station is now stored.
- Hopola li-Presets: Short press one of the PRESET (1-6) buttons to recall a stored station.
- Automatic Memory Store (AMS): Tobetsa nako e telele BAND / AMS konopo ho skena le ho boloka liteishene tse matla ka ho fetisisa ka bohona ho li-presets tsa sehlopha sa hajoale.
6.3 USB/SD Playback
- Kenya Media: Kenya drive ea flash ea USB ka har'a koung ea USB kapa karete ea SD ka har'a sekotjana sa karete ea SD. Yuniti e tla fetohela ka bo eona ho USB/SD ebe e qala ho bapala.
- Bapala/Emisa: Tobetsa ea BAPALA/ KHUTSA konopo ea ho khefutsa kapa ho qala ho bapala hape.
- Tlohela Pina: Tobetsa nakoana ea PELE/ MORAKO likonopo ho tlolela pina e latelang kapa e fetileng.
- Fetisetsa Pele / Khutlela morao: Tobetsa nako e telele PELE/ MORAKO buttons to fast forward or rewind within a track.
- Ho Tsamaisa Sephutheli: Sebelisa le TSOELA PELE 5 le TSOELA PELE 6 buttons to navigate between folders on your USB/SD media.
6.4 AUX Kenyeletso
- Hokela Sesebelisoa: Connect your external audio device (e.g., smartphone, MP3 player) to the 3.5mm AUX input jack on the front panel using an audio cable.
- Khetha Mokhoa oa AUX: Tobetsa ea MATLA / MOTHO button repeatedly until "AUX" is displayed.
- Laola ho Bapala Control playback (play, pause, skip) directly from your connected external device. The car radio will control the volume.
7. Tlhokomelo
- Ho hloekisa Yuniti: Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the front panel and display. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning sprays, or abrasive cloths, as these can damage the surface.
- Phanele e ka Harolang ka Pele: When detaching the front panel, handle it carefully. Store it in a protective case (if supplied) to prevent scratches or damage.
- USB/SD Ports: Keep the USB port and SD card slot free from dust and debris.
8. Ho rarolla mathata
| Bothata | Lebaka le ka khonehang | Tharollo |
|---|---|---|
| Ha ho matla | Blown fuse; Incorrect wiring; Loose connection | Check and replace fuse; Verify wiring connections (Yellow to constant 12V, Red to ignition 12V, Black to ground); Ensure front panel is securely attached. |
| Ha ho molumo | Volume too low; Mute activated; Incorrect speaker wiring; Damaged speakers | Increase volume; Check if mute is active; Verify speaker connections; Test with known good speakers. |
| Kamohelo ea seea-le-moea e futsanehile | Antenna not connected; Damaged antenna; Weak signal area | Ensure antenna is securely connected; Check antenna for damage; Try tuning to a stronger station or move to a different location. |
| USB/SD ha e bapale | Ha e tshehetsoe file format; Corrupted media; Incorrectly inserted media; Max capacity exceeded | Netefatsa files are MP3/WMA format; Try a different USB/SD card; Reinsert media correctly; Check media capacity (max 32GB recommended). |
| Front panel cannot be detached | Eject button not fully pressed; Mechanism jammed | Press the EJECT button firmly; Do not force the panel. |
If the problem persists after trying these solutions, please contact your dealer or a qualified service center.
9. Litlhaloso
- Mohlala: Caliber RMD 068-2
- Motlakase: 4 x 75 Watts Max
- Phepelo ea motlakase: 12V DC (10.8V-15.6V), Negative Ground
- Tsoaka: 10A
- Liforomo tsa Molumo tse Tšehetsoeng: MP3, WMA (via USB/SD)
- USB/SD Compatibility: Ho fihla ho 32GB (fomate ea FAT32)
- FM sefotoli: RDS, 18 Presets
- Kenyo ea AUX: 3.5mm Stereo Jack
- Phanele e ka Harolang ka Pele: Ee
- Boima ba 'mele: Hoo e ka bang 0.95 kg (2.09 lbs)
10. Tiisetso le Tšehetso
This Caliber product is covered by a warranty in accordance with applicable European laws. For detailed warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Caliber website. For technical support, troubleshooting assistance, or service inquiries, please contact your authorized Caliber dealer or the customer service department in your region. Please have your product model number (RMD 068-2) and proof of purchase ready when contacting support.
Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice for improvement.