Marine Audio MA300 User manual

MA300

MARINE AUDIO SYSTEM

Installation and Operation Manual

MA300

CONTENTS

Warnings and Compliance........................................................................................................ 1

Introduction............................................................................................................................... 2

Installation................................................................................................................................ 3

Wiring....................................................................................................................................... 4

Basic Operation........................................................................................................................ 5

Tuner Operation........................................................................................................................ 7

Weather Band Operation.......................................................................................................... 8

MP3/USB Operation................................................................................................................. 9

iPod®Operation...................................................................................................................... 10

Bluetooth Operation.................................................................................................................11

APP Operation........................................................................................................................ 12

Care and Maintenance ........................................................................................................... 13

Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 13

Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 14

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Copyrights and Trademarks

iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc.,

registered in the U.S. and other countries.

“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to

connect specifically to iPod or iPhone respectively, and has been certified by the developer to

meet Apple performance standards.Apple is not responsible for 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..

MA300

WARNINGS AND COMPLIANCE

Important Safety Instructions

NOTE: Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of your surroundings.

NOTE: USE THE PROPER POWER SUPPLY! This product is designed to operate with a 12

volt DC negative ground battery system.

FCC Notes

WARNING! Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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.

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INTRODUCTION

System Features

Features of the Marine Audio MA300 include:

White LED Backlit LCD

iPx6 Waterproof

Low Battery Alarm

AM/FM US/EURO Tuner with 30 Presets (12 AM, 18 FM)

Weatherband with Weather Alert

Bluetooth (Supports A2DP and AVRCP)

APP Ready

USB Playback of MP3/WMA Files

Made for iPod/iPhone (USB Input)

Mute

Pre-set Equalizer - 5 settings (User > Flat > Pop > Classical > Rock)

Electronic Bass, Treble, Balance and Fader Controls

Output Power 22W x 4

Wired Remote Control Ready (only supports MARC100)

2-Channel Pre-amp Line Level Outputs

Auxiliary Audio Input (Rear RCA)

Content List

Marine Audio MA300 Radio

Installation Opening Cutout Template

M4 x 0.7 Screws (x4)

MA300

INSTALLATION

Before you Begin

Before you begin, always disconnect the negative battery terminal.

Important Notes

Before final installation, test the wiring connections to make sure the unit is connected

properly and the system works.

Consult with your nearest dealer if installation requires the drilling of holes or other

modifications to your vehicle.

Install the unit where it does not interfere with diving and cannot injure passengers if there

is a sudden or emergency stop.

Front Mount

1. Use the included template to cut the installation opening.

2. Check the dashboard opening size by sliding the radio into it. If the opening is not large

enough, carefully cut or file as necessary until the radio slides into the opening. Check that

there will be sufficient space behind the dashboard for the radio chassis.

3. Place the radio in front of the dashboard opening so the wiring can be brought through the

opening.

4. Follow the wiring diagram carefully and make certain all connections are secure to ensure

proper operation.

5. After completing the wiring connections, temporarily reconnect the battery terminal and

turn the unit on to confirm operation (vehicle accessory switch must be on). If the unit does

not operate, recheck all wiring until the problem is corrected. Once proper operation is

achieved, turn the accessory switch off and proceed with final mounting of the chassis.

6. Carefully slide the radio into the opening, making sure it is right-side-up.

7. Secure the radio to the dashboard using #6 stainless steel pan head screws (not

provided).

8. Replace the covers on either side of the radio.

9. Test radio operation by referring to the operating instructions for the unit.

Removing the Unit

To remove the radio after front mount installation, remove the covers, unscrew the installation

screws and pull the radio out.

Reconnect Battery

When wiring is complete, reconnect the battery negative terminal.

Bracket Mount

The VOSHD4MNT (sold separately) is a versatile mounting base/bracket for easy installation on

most flat surfaces. Please use the included M4 screws to attach the radio to the bracket, as

shown in the diagram below.

NOTE: Use only the M4 x 7-10mm length screws, included.

MA300

WIRING

WIRE COLOR

DESCRIPTION

BLUE

AMP REMOTE (+12VDC 500MA)

RED

+12V SWITCHED

GRAY

FRONT RIGHT SPEAKER (+)

WHITE

FRONT LEFT SPEAKER (+)

PURPLE

REAR RIGHT SPEAKER (+)

GREEN

REAR LEFT SPEAKER (+)

BLACK

GROUND

PURPLE/BLACK

REAR RIGHT SPEAKER (-)

WHITE/BLACK

FRONT LEFT SPEAKER (-)

GRAY/BLACK

FRONT RIGHT SPEAKER (-)

GREEN/BLACK

REAR LEFT SPEAKER (-)

MA300

BASIC OPERATION

Power On/Off

Press the power button (1) on the front panel to turn the unit on or off.

Volume Control

To increase the volume, press the ▲button (2a). To decrease the volume, press the

▼button (2b).

Mute

Press the MUTE button (17) on the control panel to mute the audio output. Press MUTE again to

restore the audio output to the previous level.

Mode

Press the MODE button (4) on the control panel to select a different mode of operation, as

indicated on the display panel. Available modes includeAM/FM Tuner, Weatherband, iPod, USB,

AUX In (optionalAuxiliary Input), and Bluetooth Audio.

Reset

The reset button (19) should be activated for the following reasons:

initial installation of the unit when all wiring is completed

function buttons do not operate

error symbol on the display

Use a ball point pen or similar object to press the RESET button (19). This may be necessary

should the unit display an error code.

You can recover factory default settings using the RESET function located in the system menu.

With “Reset to Defaults?” flashing, press the INFO/ENTER button (18) to activate.

Audio Menu

Press the AUDIO/MENU button (3) on the control panel to access the audio menu. You can

navigate through the audio menu items by pressing the AUDIO/MENU button repeatedly. Once

the desired menu item appears on the display, adjust that option by pressing the ▲/▼buttons

(2) within 5 seconds. The unit will automatically exit the audio menu after five seconds of

inactivity. The following menu items can be adjusted.

Bass

Use the ▲▼ buttons to adjust the bass level range from “-6” to “+6”.

Treble

Use the ▲▼ buttons to adjust the treble level range from “-6” to “+6”.

Balance

Use the ▲▼ buttons to adjust the balance between the left and right speakers from “L12” (full

left) to “R12” (full right).

Fade

Use the ▲▼ buttons to adjust the fader between the rear and front speakers from “R12” (full

rear) to “F12” (full front).

System Menu

1. Press and hold the AUDIO/MENU button (3) for more than 2 seconds to enter the system

menu.

2. Press the ▲/▼buttons (2) repeatedly to navigate the system menu and select the

desired item.

3. Press the INFO/ENTER or ◄◄/►►button (18 ) to adjust the selected menu item.

4. Press the AS/PS button (15) to return to the previous operation.

The following items can be adjusted:

Key Beep (On/Off): Turn the audible beep On/Off (heard when functions/buttons are

selected). NOTE: Beep tone off will not affect BatteryAlarm audible tone.

LCD Backlight (1/10 –10/10): Adjust LCD brightness.

LCD Contrast (1/10 –10/10): Set LCD contrast.

Tuning Region (USA/Europe/China/Latin/Aus/Russia/Japan): Set frequency spacing for

various regions.

WeatherAlert Configure: Press the INFO/ENTER button (18) to see weather alert options.

WeatherAlert (On/Off): Determines if the weather band alert feature is activated.

Alert Volume (1/40 –40/40): Set default volume for weather alert broadcasts.

Battery Alarm (On/Off): Monitor voltage onACC line and send alert when voltage is low.

Battery Auto-Off (On/Off): Automatically turn off power to radio when battery voltage is low.

Bluetooth Device (Lock/Unlock, Disconnect/Connect, Delete): View, lock and delete from

a list of previously paired mobile phone device models.

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Bluetooth Pair (On/Off): Choose “INFO/ENTER” to automatically pair a device.

Bluetooth (On/Off): Choose “Bluetooth On” or “Bluetooth Off”.

Volume Preset (1/40 –40/40): Select an automatic turn-on volume.

Reset to Defaults <ENTER>: Return the EEPROM to factory default set up values. Press

the INFO/ENTER button (18) to select.

NOTE: BT Pair and BT Device menu options are only available while the Bluetooth feature

is ON and the radio is in Bluetooth Audio mode.

NOTE: A locked Bluetooth device will not be overwritten from the list.

Battery Alarm Operation

If Battery Alarm is set to “On”, an alarm will sound (8 beeps every 30 sec) when the voltage

drops to 10.5V (+/- 0.3V).A visual warning (Low Battery) will appear flashing (8 flashes every 30

sec) in the LCD display.

NOTE: “Off” is the default setting for Battery Alarm. If the audio is muted or the volume is

set to 0, the audible beep will not be heard.

Equalizer

Press the EQ/LOUD button (11) to turn on the equalization function and select between five

pre-defined bass and treble curves: User > Flat > Pop > Classical > Rock.

Loudness

Press and hold the EQ/LOUD button (11) to toggle true loudness on/off. When listening to music

at low volumes, this feature will boost the bass ranges to compensate for the characteristics of

human hearing.

Auxiliary Input

To access an auxiliary device:

1. Connect the portable audio player to theAUX IN cables routed from the rear of the radio.

2. Press the MODE button (4) to selectAux In mode.

3. Press MODE again to cancelAux In mode and switch to the next mode.

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

The current frequency and activated functions are shown on the LCD panel (20).

NOTE: LCD panels may take longer to respond when subjected to cold temperatures for

an extended period of time. In addition, the visibility of the numbers on the LCD may

decrease slightly. The LCD display will return to normal when the temperature increases

to a normal range.

Quick Exit Hot Key

In the following modes and conditions, press the AS/PS button (15) < 5 seconds to quickly

exit the current operation without waiting for the system default time out:

System menu operation

Searching mode

Audio menu operation

MA300

TUNER OPERATION

Select a Band

Press the BAND/SEARCH button (16) to change between three FM bands and two AM (MW)

bands.

Manual Tuning

Press the ◄◄or ►► buttons (13, 14) to seek stations up/down step by step.

Auto Seek Tuning

Press and hold the ◄◄or ►► buttons (13, 14) to automatically seek the next or previous

strong station.

Preset Stations

Six numbered preset buttons store and recall stations for each band.

Store a Station

Select a band (if needed), then select a station. Press and hold a preset button (5-10) for two

seconds. The preset number will appear in the display.

Recall a Station

Select a band (if needed). Press a preset button (5-10) to select the corresponding stored

station.

Automatically Store / Preset Scan (AS/PS )

Automatically Store

Select anAM or FM band. Press and hold the AS/PS button (15) for more than two seconds

to automatically select strong stations and store them in all bands. The new stations replace any

stations already stored in that band.

Preset Scan

Select a band (if needed). Press the AS/PS button (15) to scan stations stored in all bands.

The unit will pause for ten seconds at each preset station. Press AS/PS again to stop

scanning when the desired station is reached.

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WEATHER BAND OPERATION

Accessing the Weather Band

Press the MODE button (4) to access the weather band mode.

What is the NOAA Weather Radio?

NOAA is a nationwide system that broadcasts local weather emergency information 24 hours a

day. The U.S. network has more than 530 stations covering the 50 states, as well as the

adjacent coastal waters, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and the U.S. Pacific Territories.

Each local area has its own transmitting station and there are a total of seven broadcasting

frequencies used: 162.400MHz (CH2), 162.425MHz (CH4), 162.450MHz (CH5), 162.475MHz

(CH3), 162.500MHz (CH6), 162.525MHz (CH7) and 162.550MHz (CH1).

How many stations can I expect to receive?

Since the broadcasts pertain to local weather and information, the transmission power is usually

very low (much less thanAM or FM stations) which means you will usually receive only one

station unless you are on the edge of two or more broadcast signals. The most you will receive

is two or three, and that is rare.

Is it possible I won't receive any stations?

Depending on location, it’s possible to receive a very weak signal or none at all. Also, similar to

AM and FM signals, weather band signals are subject to surrounding conditions, weather,

obstructions of the signal by hills or mountains, etc. If no NOAA signals are found, the tuner will

scan all seven NOAA frequencies every 30 seconds.

How will I know I am tuned to the weather band?

When you select the weather band, the “WB” icon will appear on the display panel, along with

the current channel indication. Press the ◄◄or ►► buttons (13, 14) to tune to each of the

seven channels until you find the weather band station broadcasting in your area.

NOAA Weather Alert

The WeatherAlert function adds an additional level of user safety by automatically switching

from the current function mode to weather band mode for a minimum of 60 seconds if a NOAA

warning tone (1050 Hz) is received. If no additional warning tone is received for 60 seconds, the

unit will switch back to the last known function mode.

The Weather Alert function can be turned “on” or “off” by the INFO/ENTER button (18), as

described on page 5. When set to “ON”, the weather tuner remains active in the background,

even when the radio is turned off (as long as the power is still applied to the radio). If a weather

alert is issued, the radio will turn on and play the announcement, then turn back off and revert to

weather alert monitor mode.

The radio will not respond to any weather alerts when it is off and will not automatically switch to

the weather band if an alert is issued.

NOTE: If the unit is programmed for European operation, the WB function will be

disabled.

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