3. Basic operations

3-1. Component names

(1)[1/6] button

When listening to the iPod, audio file, CD, or radio, press this button to enter the search mode.

In each of the selected modes, press the button to return to the previous item.

(2)[SRC] button

Press the button to select the source. Refer to <Source selection> (page 10).

(3)[Control] knob (Volume knob)

In the normal mode, turn the knob to adjust the volume or press the knob to enter the Function setting mode.

In the Function mode, turn the knob to select an item or press the knob to determine the selection.

(4)[R]/ [S] button

Press the button to select an audio file folder or broadcast band, or use it as a Likes/ Dislikes button on Aha etc.

(5)[G] button

Press the button to eject the disc.

(6)Disc slot cover

When this cover opens upward, the disc insertion slot appears

(7)USB terminal (inside of the cover) Connect an iPod or USB device.

(8)Auxiliary input (inside of the cover)

Connect the output of an external device using a stereo mini-jack.

(9)REAR USB indicator

When a USB device or iPod is connected to the USB terminal of the rear, this indicator stays lit. During

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playback of the connected device, this indicator blinks.

(10) [E]/ [F] button

Press the button to select a song or station.

(11) Release button

Press the button to detach the faceplate.

(12) [Ú] button

Press the button to make, answer, or disconnect a hands-free call.

3-2. Preparations

Cancel the Demonstration mode

Cancel the Demonstration mode when you use the unit for the first time after installation.

1Press [Control] knob to cancel the Demonstration mode when the message “To cancel DEMO Press the volume knob” appears (approx. 15 seconds).

2Turn [Control] knob to select the “YES”, and then press [Control] knob.

The Demonstration mode can also be canceled in the Function Setting mode. Refer to <12-4. Demonstration mode setting> (page 59).

Detaching/ Attaching the faceplate

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Remove the faceplate at once after pressing the Release button; otherwise it can fall down due to vibration.

The faceplate is a precision component of the unit and can be damaged by shocks or jolts.

Keep the faceplate in its case while detached.

Do not place the faceplate (and case) in areas exposed to direct sunlight, excessive heat or humidity. Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing.

3-3. How to select the item

For how to select setting items such as a function setting item, see the following example:

Example: Setting the Date format of the display

1Press [Control] knob.

“Function” appears and enters the Function setting mode.

2Select the Date Mode function item

Turn [Control] knob to select “Settings”, and then press [Control] knob.

Next, turn [Control] knob to select “Clock&Date”, and then press [Control] knob.

Finally, turn [Control] knob to select “Date Mode”, and then press [Control] knob.

To cancel and return to the previous item, press [1/6].

3Turn [Control] knob to select a format (7 types), and then press [Control] knob. Returns to the previous item.

4Press and hold [1/6].

Exits the Function setting mode.

About the description in this manual

In this manual, operations performed in steps 2 and 3 are described as follows:

2 Select “Settings” > “Clock&Date” > “Date Mode” using [Control] knob.

3 Select a format (7 types) using [Control] knob.

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