RFX8210
RFX8220
RFX8230
SOURCE UNITS
INSTALLATION & OPERATION
TABLE O F CO NTENTS
FM Tuner
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Accessory Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
“Quick Look” Features Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Source Unit Design Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
IR Remote Design Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Source Unit Mounting Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Wiring the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Basic Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Tuner Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
CD Player / CD Changer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
CD Changer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Auxilliary Audio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
IR Remote Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Warranty Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Tuning Range
Americas
Eur/Aus
87.5 ~ 107.9MHz (200kHz spacing)
87.5 ~ 108MHz (50kHz spacing)
Frequency Response
Usable Sensitivity
IF Rejection
30Hz – 12kHz
10dB (S/N 30dB)
90dB
Image Rejection
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Distortion
50dB
60dB
< 0.5%
Channel Separation
Suppression
≥ 25dB @ 1kHz
35dB
AM Tuner
Tuning Range
Americas
Eur/Aus
530 ~ 1710kHz (10kHz spacing)
522 ~ 1620kHz (9kHz spacing)
Sensitivity
20dBf max @ 10dB sensitivity
5kHz min – 12kHz max
-6dB Bandwidth
CD Player
Compatible Discs
Frequency Response
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
5" or 3"
20Hz – 20kHz (±3dB)
GETTING STARTED
>90dB (preamp output
w/ 22kHz LP filter)
Welcome to Rockford Fosgate! This manual is designed to provide
information for the owner, salesperson and installer. For those of you who
want quick information on how to install this product, please turn to the
Installation Section of this manual. Other information can be located by
using the Table of Contents. We, at Rockford Fosgate, have worked very
hard to make sure all the information in this manual is current. But, as we
are constantly finding new ways to improve our product, this information is
subject to change without notice.
Distortion
<0.5%
Channel Separation
86dB (preamp output
w/ 22kHz LP filter)
Dynamic Range
100dB
IR Remote
(optional with RFX8210)
Operation Voltage
Transmitting Range
Battery Replacement
Dimensions
+3V DC
NOTE: This manual uses abbreviations for the following terms:
20 ft (variable in sunlight)
(1) CR2025 +3V Lithium
TUNER = AM/FM Radio Tuner
CDP = In-Dash CD Player
CDX = CD Changer (optional)
AUX = External Auxiliary Input (RFX8230 only)
3-3/8"(H) x 2-1/8"(W) x 9/32"(D)
(85.6mm x 54mm x 7mm)
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INTRO DUCTIO N
PRECAUTIO NS
Rockford Fosgate optimizes vicious features in the RFX source units
for use in high performance car audio systems. A great tuner, a
high performance CD player, and controls pioneered by Rockford
Fosgate give you total control of your audio system!
Source Unit & O ptional CD Changer
Operating Temperature
The following sections contain information on the features, installa-
tion, and operation for the 8210, 8220, & 8230 source units. For
comparisons within the RFX line, refer to the “Quick Look” feature
chart in this manual. For long term reliability of your new
Rockford Fosgate source unit, please read the Precautions section
on the next page.
Be sure the temperature inside the vehicle is between
–10° C and +65° C (+14° F and +149°F). DO NOT
play a disc if the temperature is higher or lower than
the operating range.
Moisture Condensation
ACCESSO RY PACK
The CD playback may waver due to condensation.
If this occurs, remove the disc from the source unit
and wait approximately an hour for the moisture
to evaporate.
RFX8210
RFX8220
Installation & Operation Manual
(1) Mounting Sleeve
(1) Backstrap
Installation & Operation Manual
(1) Mounting Sleeve
(1) Backstrap
Environment Exposure
(2) Chassis Release Keys
(1) Hardware Package
(1) 8210/8220 16-pin Power
Harness
(2) Chassis Release Keys
(1) Hardware Package
(1) 8810/8220 16-pin Power
Harness
DO NOT expose the Source Unit or optional CD
Changer to any of the following: direct sun and heat,
high humidity, excessive dust, excessive vibration and
rain or water.
(1) Faceplate Case
(1) Faceplate Case
(1) IR Remote Control
Handling the Detachable Faceplate
RFX8230
DO NOT drop or cause shock to the faceplate as
serious damage may occur. Protect the faceplate by
storing it in the supplied carrying case.
Installation & Operation Manual
(1) Mounting Sleeve
(1) Backstrap
(2) Chassis Release Keys
(1) Hardware Package
(1) RFX8230 16-pin
Power/Aux-In Harness
(1) Faceplate Case
Avoid Mechanical Malfunction
DO NOT grab a disc while it is being automatically
loaded into the source unit. Doing this may cause
serious damage to the playback mechanism.
(1) IR Remote Control
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Compact Discs
QUICK LOOK FEATURES RFX8210 RFX8220 RFX8230 RFX8810
Control/Lighting/Appearance
Disc Handling and Care
Detachable Faceplate
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
-
ISO Din Mounting
w/ Removable Trim Panel
DO NOT touch the playing side (opposite of label
side) of the disc. When handling the disc, only the
outer edges or center hole of the disc should be
touched. DO NOT affix any sticker or label to the disc.
DO NOT apply vinyl record spray, anti-static agent,
acetone, or any other volatile chemicals to the disc.
Multi Function Volume Knob
Any Button Wake-Up
Time of Day Clock
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
X
X
Programmable Default Display
Negative Image LCD Display
IR Remote Compatible
Illumination “ON” w/ Ignition
Display Back Lighting
IR Remote Included
Tuner
X
X
X
Damaged Disc
X
Green
-
DO NOT play a cracked, warped or damaged disc.
Doing this may cause serious damage to the playback
mechanism.
Green/Amber Green/Amber
X
X
World Wide Tuning
AM mono/FM stereo
FM Noise Blanker
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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New Discs
The CD player will eject discs that have either been
inserted incorrectly or have irregular surfaces. If a new
disc is ejected after loading, feel around the outer edge
of the CD and its center hole. Any small burrs or irreg-
ularities could inhibit proper loading of the disc. To
remove the burrs, rub the inside edge of the hole and
outside edge of the disc with an object such as a ball
point pen.
Auto Blend / Roll Off
Multi-Path Interference Rejection
12 AM / 18 FM Presets
AM1/AM2/FM1/FM2/FM3
Preset Scan
Auto Store Non-Volatile Presets
AM/FM Seek
AM/FM Manual Tuning
AM/FM Scan
IR Remote (RFX8220/ RFX8230)
Pause (MUTE)
Environment Exposure
Programmable Station Titles
CD Player
DO NOT expose the IR Remote to any of the
following: direct sun and heat, high humidity
and rain or water.
Dual 1-bit D/A Converters
w/ 8 x oversampling
X
X
X
-
Ignition Off Disc Load/Eject
Repeat Mode
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
-
-
-
-
Handling the IR Remote
DO NOT drop or cause shock to the IR Remote as
serious damage may occur.
Random Play (CD)
Track Scan
Fast Forward/Reverse
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QUICK LOOK FEATURES RFX8210 RFX8220 RFX8230 RFX8810
Source Unit Design
Next/Previous Track
X
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
X
-
-
-
-
-
Programmable Eject Mute Off
Insert Disc Power Up/Play
Pause/Resume Play
Programmable Disc Titles
Pre Amp/Power
Source Tone Memory
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
-
-
-
Switchable Loudness
Electronic Volume, Tone, Balance
Internal Audio Amplifier
25 watts RMS 25 watts RMS 25 watts RMS
(40 max) x 4 (40 max) x 4 (40 max) x 4
1. BAND – Selects which bank of tuner presets (FM1/FM2/
Number of Preouts
4 RCA
-
6 RCA
X
6 RCA
X
-
FM3/AM1/AM2) should be active.
Front/Rear Sum Preout (#5 & #6)
Preout Voltage
-
2.4 volts RMS 2.4 volts RMS 2.4 volts RMS
-
2. PO WER – Turns the source unit on and off.
Low Source Impedance
External Audio Inputs (AUX-IN)
Remote Functions
< 100Ω
< 100Ω
< 100Ω
-
-
-
X
-
3. EJECT – Ejects the CD from the in-dash CD player.
IR optional
IR included
IR included
-
Tuner, CD and Changer Mode
Volume Up/Down
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
X
X
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4. DISP – Switches the source unit between the clock and the
currently selected mode (TUNER/CDP/CDX/AUX*).
Seek (Track) Up/Down
Fast Forward/Reverse
Tune (Disc) Up/Down
Pause/Resume Play
5. MO DE – Selects between TUNER/CDP/CDX/AUX* modes.
6. MENU – Selects between Volume/Bass/Treble/Balance/
Direct Preset Access
Direct Track Access
Fader/Sum** modes.
X
X
Direct Disc Access
7. SEEK/ TRACK – Selects the previous/next radio station in
TUNER mode and selects the previous/next track in
CDP/CDX mode.
CD Changer Control
Dual 1-bit D/A Converters
w/ 8 x oversampling
X
X
X
X
8. PRESET 1/ SCAN – Selects radio preset #1 in TUNER mode
CD Changer Controller
Changer Repeat Mode
Changer Random Play
Pause/Resume Play
Changer Track Scan
Changer Disc Scan
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
and scans each track on the disc in CDP/CDX mode.
X
X
X
X
X
9. PRESET 2/ RPT – Selects radio preset #2 in TUNER mode
and repeats the current track in CDP/CDX mode.
*Features available on RFX8230 only
**Features available on RFX8220 & RFX8230 only
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10. PRESET 3/ RDM – Selects radio preset #3 in TUNER mode
and selects tracks at random in CDP/CDX mode.
11. PRESET 4 – Selects radio preset #4 in TUNER mode.
12. PRESET 5 – Selects radio preset #5 in TUNER mode.
13. PRESET 6 – Selects radio preset #6 in TUNER mode.
19. Sum Preamp O utput** – These RCA jacks provide a low-
level SUMMED MO NO (L+R) output used to connect
amplifier(s) driving subwoofers.
14. TUNE/ DISC – Manually tunes the radio station in TUNER
mode and selects previous/next disc in CDX mode.
20. Front/ Rear Preamp O utput – These RCA jacks provide a
low-level STEREO output used connect amplifier(s) driving
front & rear speakers.
15. RELEASE – Detaches the faceplace from the source unit.
16. LO UD – Enables bass response to be boosted at low and
high levels
21. CD Changer Input – This 8-pin DIN is used to connect an
optional RFX CD Changer to the source unit.
17. AS/ PS – Press and hold to store the strongest radio stations
in each tuner bank in AUTO STO RE mode. Momentarily
press to scan each radio preset in PRESET SCAN mode.
22. Power Connector – The 16-pin molex is used for power,
speaker, and AUX* connections.
18. MUTE – Mutes the audio in TUNER/AUX* modes and
23. Antenna Input – Connects a standard male Motorola
pauses the disc in CDP/CDX mode.
coaxial radio antenna to the source unit.
IMPO RTANT: The communication BUS used in Rockford
Fosgate models RFX8210/8220/8230 is used only for CD
changer model RFX8810 and is not backward compatible
with older RFX models. Rockford Fosgate recommends
connecting only the appropriate RFX models together.
Rockford Fosgate does not assume responsibility when
using other manufacturers’ source units with Rockford
Fosgate CD changers (or vice versa).
*Feature available on RFX8230 only
*Feature available on RFX8230 only
**Feature available on RFX8220 & RFX8230 only
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9. DISP – Switches the source unit between the clock and the
IR REMO TE DESIGN FEATURES
currently selected mode (TUNER/CDP/CDX/AUX*).
(RFX8210 optional accessory)
10. DISC ACC – Directly accesses the desired CD in the
optional CD changer.
11. TRACK ACC – Directly accesses the desired track in the in-
dash CD player
12. AS/ PS – Press and hold to store the strongest radio stations
in each tuner bank in AUTO STO RE mode. Momentarily
press to scan each radio preset in PRESET SCAN mode.
13. SCAN – Scans each track on the disc in CDP/CDX mode.
14. RPT – Repeats the track in CD/CDX mode.
1. PO WER – Turns the source unit on and off.
15. RDM – Selects tracks at random in CDP/CDX mode.
2. MO DE – Selects between TUNER/CDP/CDX/AUX* modes.
16. 0-9 BUTTO NS – Selects presets 1-6 in TUNER mode,
selects tracks in CDP & CDX mode, and selects discs in
CDX mode.
3. MUTE – Mutes the audio in TUNER/AUX* modes and
pauses the disc in CDP/CDX mode.
4. VO L – Controls Volume/Bass/Treble/Balance/Fader/Sum**
5. SEEK/ TRACK – Selects the previous/next radio station in
TUNER mode and selects the previous/next track in
CDP/CDX mode.
6. TUNE/ DISC – Manually tunes the radio station in TUNER
mode and the previous/next disc in CDX mode.
7. SEL – Selects between Volume/Bass/Treble/Balance/Fader/
Sum** modes.
8. BAND – Selects which bank of tuner presets
*Features available on RFX8230 only
**Features available on RFX8220 & RFX8230 only
(FM1/FM2/FM3/AM1/AM2) should be active.
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INSTALLATIO N CO NSIDERATIO NS
SOURCE UNIT MOUNTING LOCATIONS
The following is a list of tools needed for installing the Source Unit:
The mounting position of your source unit will have a great
effect on the performance of your in-dash CD Player. The source
unit can be installed in a wide range of operating locations.
However, care should be taken to ensure optimum performance.
Volt/Ohm Meter
Wire strippers
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Battery post wrench
Soldering iron
Solder
Wire crimpers
Wire cutters
1/8" diameter heatshrink tubing
Heat gun
Engine Compartment
This section focuses on some of the vehicle considerations for
installing your new Source Unit. Pre-planning your system layout
and best wiring routes will save installation time. When deciding
on the layout of your new system, be sure that each component
will be easily accessible for making adjustments.
Mounting the source unit in the engine compartment will void
your warranty. Doing so will not only cause severe damage
to your new source unit...but will immediately promote you to
“customer of the month” in our technical support department.
Instrument Panel
Before beginning any installation, be sure to follow these simple rules:
Mounting the source unit in the instrument panel provides
optimum access. The source unit should be securely mounted
using the “Standard Mount” or “ISO Mount” method to ensure
optimum CD Player performance.
1. Be sure to carefully read and understand the instructions
before attempting to install the Source Unit.
2. For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior
to beginning the installation.
3. For easier assembly, we suggest you run all wires prior to
mounting your Source Unit in place.
4. Route all of the RCA cables close together and away from any
high current wires.
5. Use high quality connectors for a reliable installation and to
minimize signal or power loss.
Center Console
Mounting the source unit in the center console provides opti-
mum access. Be sure the installation does not interfere with the
operation of the gear shift or parking brake. The source unit
should have a mounting angle within ±20° from horizontal.
6. Think before you drill! Be careful not to cut or drill into gas
tanks, fuel lines, brake or hydraulic lines, vacuum lines or
electrical wiring when working on any vehicle.
7. Never run wires underneath the vehicle. Running the wires
inside the vehicle provides the best protection.
8. Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber
or plastic grommets to protect any wires routed through metal,
especially the firewall.
Glove Box
Mounting the source unit in the glove box is adequate, but
does not provide easy access. Glove box mounting should
only be done if “Instrument Panel” or ”Center Console,”
mounting is not acceptable (i.e., maintaining integrity of older
vehicles with metal dashboards.) The source unit should be
mounted within ±20° from horizontal.
9. ALWAYS protect the battery and electrical system from
damage with proper fusing. Install the appropriate fuseholder
and fuse on the +12V power wire within 18” (45.7 cm) of the
battery terminal.
10. When grounding to the chassis of the vehicle, scrape all paint
from the metal to ensure a good, clean ground connection.
Grounding connections should be as short as possible and
always be connected to metal that is welded to the main body,
or chassis, of the vehicle.
Under Dash
Mounting the source unit under the dash is adequate, but
does not provide easy access. Under dash mounting should
only be done if “Instrument Panel,” ”Center Console” or
”Glove Box” mounting is not acceptable. Mount the source
unit off to the side of the driver's area to reduce interference
with the parking brake, gear shift, or operating pedals. The
source unit should be mounted within ±20° from horizontal.
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WIRING THE SYSTEM
7. Connect the B+, GND and Remote Turn on Wires on the 16 pin
NOTICE: If you do not feel comfortable with wiring your new
source unit, please see your local Authorized Rockford Fosgate
Dealer for installation.
harness according to the Installation Reference Sheet.
8. Connect the AUX* to the external audio source (this inserts the
audio before the volume control on the source unit). The maxi-
mum un-clipped input voltage this circuit can accept is 2.4V
RMS.
• For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior to
beginning the installation.
1. Install the 16-Pin Power Harness by connecting the correspond-
ing wires to the electrical and audio system. Solder and heat
shrink all connections for a reliable installation. For each con-
nection, cut a 1" piece of heat shrink tubing and slide over one
of the wires. Strip each wire 3/8" then twist together and solder.
Slide the tubing over the connection and shrink the tubing with
a hot air gun until no bare wire is exposed.
Connect the Speaker Wires (if external amplifiers are not used)
to the corresponding speaker leads by soldering and heat shrink-
ing all connections for a reliable installation. If only one pair of
speakers is utilized in the system, use only the FRONT speaker
leads and heat shrink the unused REAR leads to prevent from
shorting out. Be sure to maintain speaker polarity. DO NOT
chassis ground any speaker leads as unstable operation may
result.
2. Connect the BLACK wire to chassis ground. Prepare the chassis
ground by scraping any paint from the metal surface and thor-
oughly clean the area of all dirt and grease. Strip the end of the
wire and attach a ring connector. Fasten the wire to the chassis
using a non-anodized screw and star washer.
9. Install the Preamp Output Harness (if external amplifiers will be
used) by plugging the RCA cables into the corresponding exten-
sion RCAs that feed the input of the amplifiers. Be sure to route
the signal cables away from any high current wires to prevent
coupling noise from radiated electrical fields into the audio sig-
nal.
3. Connect the YELLOW wire to a source of constant +12V (for
retaining memory on user-programmed functions). Connect the
Yellow wire to a constant +12 volt positive source. The source
should always have +12V, even when the ignition is off and the
car is not running.
The FRONT RCAs connect to the Front speaker's amplifier.
The REAR RCAs connect to the Rear speaker's amplifier.
The SUM** RCAs connect to the Subwoofer amplifier.
4. Connect the RED wire (Ignition) to a source of switched +12V
(is on only when ignition key is in “accessory” or “run”).
Connect the RED wire to a switched +12 volt positive source.
The switched signal is usually taken from the ACC (accessory)
position of the ignition. If the vehicle does not have an ACC
position, connect the wire to the switched ON position of the
ignition. The current consumption through this wire is negligible.
10. Connect the CD Changer (optional) by plugging the 8-pin DIN
cable into the connector located at the rear of the source unit.
11. Connect the Antenna by plugging the antenna cable into the
connector located at the rear of the source unit. Be sure the
antenna is securely grounded to the vehicle for proper radio
reception.
5. Connect the LT. BLUE wire to the “Remote Turn-On” leads of
the amplifier(s). This will turn-on the external amplifiers when
the source unit is powered on.
6. Connect the BLUE/RED wire to the “Power Antenna” lead. This
will raise a fully automatic antenna when the source unit is
powered on.
*Feature available on RFX8230 only
**Feature available on RFX8220 & RFX8230 only
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Installing the Source Unit – Standard Mount
SO URCE UNIT INSTALLATIO N
Source Unit Mounting Angle
• Mount the Source Unit as
close to horizontal as possible
for optimum CD Player
performance
• Mounting Angles up to ±20˚
from horizontal can be
accommodated
CAUTION: Installation sleeve should be installed using the
appropriate tabs (refer to previous page)
• Install Source Unit by sliding unit into installation sleeve until
it clicks into place
Using the Installation Sleeve - Standard Mount
• Mount Backstrap securely behind the instrument panel to
prevent source unit vibration
• Backstrap Screw should be 6mm max (use supplied screw)
• Connect Antenna to antenna jack on rear of source unit
• Antenna Ground should read less than 0.05Ω between
antenna and chassis ground
Installing the Source Unit – ISO-DIN Mount
• Remove Trim Piece and Installation Sleeve from source unit
• Mount the Installation Sleeve into a secure instrument panel
• Factory Bracket should align with two mounting holes on
• Bend Tabs on the installation sleeve which correspond to the
each side of source unit
chart above
• ISO Screws should be 6mm max (use supplied screws)
• Bend Appropriate Tabs on all sides of the mounting sleeve
• Connect Antenna to antenna jack on rear of source unit
(Top, Bottom, Left & Right)
• Antenna Ground should read less than 0.05Ω between
antenna and chassis ground
• Install Source Unit into instrument panel
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BASIC
O
PERATIO N
Un-Installing the Source Unit – Standard Mount
• Disconnect Backstrap from rear of radio (if used)
DETACHABLE FACEPLATE
• Insert Release Keys into left and right sides of source unit to
disengage locks
The faceplate is detachable as an anti-theft deterrent
system.
• Remove Source Unit from installation sleeve with release keys
Attach the Faceplate
1. Insert left side of faceplate into the housing.
2. Press faceplate into housing until it clicks.
Reset Button
Remove the Faceplate
1. Press the “^” button
2. Grasp the right side of the faceplate and remove
it from the housing
CAUTION: Store the faceplate in its carrying case to
prevent damage
• Remove Faceplate from source unit
• Press Reset Button if source unit gets jammed during
operation
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POWER
O
N/OFF
TONE CONTROLS
Operation
Operation
1. Press the power button to turn on the radio
1. Press the MENU knob to cycle through
BASS>TREBLE>BALANCE>FADER >SUM**>VOLUME
2. Press the power button to turn off the radio
2. Turn the MENU knob clockwise to increase the
selected function
Any Button Wake-Up
BAS
TRE
BAL
FAD
SUM**
VOL
Press any button on the faceplate (except EJECT,
DISP) to “wake-up” the radio from
sleep mode
3. Turn the MENU knob counter-clockwise to
decrease the selected function
Function
Volume
Bass
Display
VOL
BAS
Range
0 to 50
Default
LCD Display
12
0
When the radio is off (in sleep mode) the clock
will be displayed
-8 to +8
-8 to +8
L15 to R15
R15 to F15
0 to 50
Treble
TRE
0
Power-up Defaults
Balance
Fader
BAL
0
FAD
0
Mode
AS/PS
Default
Off
Sum Out
SUM**
50
Preset memory
Scan
Original memory band
Off
Source Tone Memory
Repeat
Off
Random
Off
Individual Bass & Treble settings are memorized for
TUNER / CD PLAYER / CD CHANGER / AUX*
Loudness
On
Illumination color
Default Display
CDP Loading
CDX Loading
Volume Level
Sum
Green
Clock
NOTE: If no adjustment is made after 5 seconds, the
STBY
MENU knob will revert to VOLUME mode.
Disc Start
12
50
Bass/Treble
Balance/Fader
Local/DX
0
0
DX
Station + Disc Titling
Clear Memory
*Features available on RFX8230 only
**Features available on RFX8220 & RFX8230 only
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CLOCK OPERATION
DEFAULT/RECALL DISPLAY
(press & hold)
Setting the Clock Hours
Display Recall temporarily displays the clock, radio sta-
tion, station title**, CD track/time or disc title* or aux on
the LCD for 5 seconds.
1. Press and hold the DISP button for 1 second
until the hour digits flash
2. Press the SEEK UP/DN button to set the hour (be
sure to select proper AM/PM setting)
Display Recall (TUNER)
1. While in TUNER mode, press the DISP button to
cycle through CLOCK>RADIO STATION>STATION
TITLE**
AM 12:00
F1 101.5
KZON
2. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to its default
(press again)
Setting the Clock Minutes
Display Recall (CDP/CDX)
1. Press and the DISP button a second time until
the minute digits flash
1. While in CDP/CDX mode, press the DISP button to
cycle through CLOCK>TRACK/TIME>DISC TITLE*
2. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to its default
AM 12:00
04 01:27
JANET J
2. Press the SEEK UP/DN button to set the minutes
Display Recall (AUX)
1. While in AUX mode, press the DISP button to switch
between CLOCK>AUX*
Considerations
1. The clock will be displayed when the radio
power button is turned off
2. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to its default
AM 12:00
AUX
Programming the Default Display
1. While in TUNER/CDP/CDX/AUX* mode, press and
hold the DISP button until display flashes (clock set
mode)
2. Pressing the DISP button will display the clock
for 5 seconds when an alternative default dis-
play is selected (see DEFAULT/RECALL DISPLAY
in this section for more information on program-
ming the default display).
2. Press the MODE button to cycle through the available
default displays
3. Release the MODE button for 1 second to lock-in the
selected display
4. Default displays can be programmed independently
for TUNER/CDP/CDX/AUX* modes
*Features available on RFX8230 only
**Features available on RFX8220 & RFX8230 only
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LOUDNESS CONTROL
ILLUMINATION COLOR*
The Loudness control enables the bass response of
the audio output to be boosted for low listening
levels
Operation
(press & hold)
1. Press and hold the LOUD button for 1 second to
change the illumination from Green to Amber
2. Press and hold the LOUD button again to revert
to the previous color
Operation
ON
OFF
1. Press the LOUD button to enable the Loudness
feature.
Considerations
2. Press the LOUD button a second time to disable
the Loudness feature
ON
OFF
On initial power-up, the illumination color will
be Green
Display
The LCD will display "LOUD" when the Loudness
feature is enabled
Considerations
On initial power-up, the Loudness feature will
default on
*Feature available on RFX8220 & RFX8230 only
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TUNER
O
PERATIO N
STATION/DISC TITLE MEMORY
Operation
T
UNER
ODE
M
The name of the radio station or CD can be stored
in memory using up to 8 characters as a title. A
maximum of 58 titles can be stored into memory.
(press & hold)
1. Press the MODE button to select TUNER MODE
Station/Disc Title Memory
2. Press the BAND button to select the appropriate
tuner bank: FM1>FM2>FM3>AM1>AM2
(press & hold)
1. Press and hold the BAND button for 1 second
2. Turn the MENU knob to select the proper
character
3. Press one of the tuner presets (1-2-3-4-5-6) to
recall the radio station stored in memory
Storing a Preset into Memory
3. Press the DISP button to change the character
type to one of the following:
1. Press the BAND button and select the tuner
bank where the preset will be saved
Type #1: ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
Type #2: abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
Type #3: 0123456789
2. Press the SEEK or TUNE button to select the
desired radio station
Type #4: /\ \ .+?!*’")
FM1 101.5
3. Press and hold the desired PRESET
BUTTON (1-2-3-4-5-6) for 1 second to store the
radio station in memory
4. Press the MENU knob to select the next space
5. Press and hold the MENU knob for 1 second to
store the title into memory
Seek
(turn to select characters)
1. Press the SEEK UP button to automatically jump
the tuner to the next strongest radio station
2. Press the SEEK DN button to automatically jump
the tuner to the last strongest radio station
Tune
(press & hold)
1. Press the TUNE UP button to manually tune the
radio station up the band
Station/Disc Title Erasing
2. Press the TUNE DN button to manually tune the
radio station down the band
1. Press and hold the MUTE button for 1 second
2. Turn the MENU knob to select the title for erasing
3. Press and hold the MENU knob for 1 second to
erase the title
NOTE: Press and hold the TUNE UP/DN button for
1 second to speed up the manual tune mode.
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TUNER OPTIONS
AUTO STORE / PRESET SCAN
(press & hold)
Auto Store
Operation
1. Press and hold the AS/PS button for 1 second to
automatically select the strongest radio stations
and store them in the tuner banks
1. Press and hold the MENU knob for 1 second to
enter TUNER OPTIONS mode
2. Continue to press the MENU knob to cycle
through TUNER OPTIONS #1>#2>#3
FM1
FM2
FM3
AM1
AM2
2. Auto Store will store radio stations indepen-
dently in the selected tuner bank
(FM1/FM2/FM3/ AM1/AM2)
3. Press the SEEK button to select MODE 1 or
MODE 2
P.PLAY
EJ MUTE
Tuner Option
#1
Mode
Function
P.PLAY Reverts the unit back to tuner
mode when ejecting a CD
Preset Scan
EJ MUTE Mutes the audio when
ejecting a CD
1. Press the AS/PS button to cycle through each
radio station stored in memory. Each preset
radio station will play for 5 seconds before
moving to the next preset
#2
#3
LOCAL Adjusts the sensitivity for city
conditions where there are
several strong radio stations
DX
Adjusts the sensitivity of the
tuner for rural conditions
where there are weak radio
stations
2. Press the AS/PS button again to stop Preset Scan
on the currently playing radio station
DX
LOCAL
AMERICAS Adjusts the tuner’s frequency
band for American country
codes
EUR/AUST Adjusts the tuner’s frequency
band for European/Australian
country codes
Frequency
Spacing
Country
Bandwidth
Americas
AM = 530 – 1710kHz
FM = 87.5 – 107.9MHz
10kHz
AMERICAS
EUR/AUST
200kHz
Eur/Aus
AM = 522 – 1620kHz
FM = 87.5 – 108.0MHz
9kHz
50kHz
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CD Player O peration
TUNER MUTE
CD PLAYER MODE
CD Player Mode
Operation
1. Press the MODE button until CDP PLAY is dis-
played
1. Press the MUTE button to reduce the volume
to minimum
2. The CD player will immediately begin playing
the disc
2. Press the MUTE button a second time to revert
the audio to the previous level
CDP Play
MUTE
LCD Display
1. The track # & elapsed time will be displayed for
5 seconds
LCD Display
The LCD will display MUTE until the function is
canceled
2. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to the
default display
NOTE: If no disc is loaded into the CD player
NO CD will be displayed and the source
unit will revert back to TUNER mode.
Insert CD and Play
1. Insert a disc to cancel the current mode
2. The disc will begin playing track #1 on the disc
Wake-Up Feature (when powered-off)
1. Insert a disc to power-on the source unit
2. The disc will begin playing track #1 on the disc
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CDP/CDX TRACK SELECTION*
CDP/CDX TRACK FORWARD/REVERSE*
Track Selection
Fast Forward/Reverse
(press & hold)
1. Press the SEEK UP button to select the next track
on the disc
1. Press and hold the SEEK UP button to fast
forward the track
2. Press the SEEK DN button to select the previous
2. Press and hold the SEEK DN button to fast
rewind the track
04
02:17
track on the disc
04
02:17
LCD Display
LCD Display
1. The track # and elapsed time will be displayed
for 5 seconds
The LCD will display the accelerated elapsed time
for as long as the SEEK UP/DN button is depressed
2. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to the
default display
Considerations
CDP MODE: When the last track # is played on
the disc, the player will start over and begin play-
ing track #1 again.
CDX MODE: When the last track # on the current
disc is reached, the next disc will load in the CD
changer and begin playing track #1
*NO TE: This function works identically in both CD Player and
CD Changer modes.
*NO TE: This function works identically in both CD Player and
CD Changer modes.
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CDP/CDX TRACK SCAN*
CDP/CDX TRACK REPEAT*
Track Scan plays the intro to each track for 10 sec-
onds before moving to the next track on the cur-
rently playing disc
Track repeat plays the currently playing track over
again
Track Repeat
RPT
Track Scan
SCAN
1. Press the RPT (Preset #2) button to begin track
repeat mode
1. Press the SCAN (Preset #1) button to begin track
scan mode
2. Track repeat will continue to repeat the current
2. Track scan will continue to scan until the mode
is cancelled
track until the mode is cancelled
04
04
04:59
00:01
04
05
06
00:10
00:10
00:10
Track Repeat Cancel
Track Scan Cancel
1. Press the RPT (Preset #2) button a second time
to cancel track repeat mode
1. Press the SCAN (Preset #1) button a second time
to cancel track scan mode
LCD Display
LCD Display
1. The LCD will display RPT until the function is
cancelled
1. The LCD will display SCAN until the function is
cancelled
2. The LCD will display the track # and elapsed
time for 5 seconds each time a new track begins
its intro scan
3. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to the
default display
*NO TE: This function works identically in both CD Player and
CD Changer modes.
*NO TE: This function works identically in both CD Player and
CD Changer modes.
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CDP/CDX TRACK RANDOM*
CDP/CDX PAUSE*
Track random selects and plays tracks at random
from the currently playing disc
Pause CD
1. Press the MUTE button to pause the CD and
reduce the volume to minimum
2. Press the MUTE button a second time to resume
playing the disc
Track Random
PAUS
RDM
1. Press the RDM (Preset #3) button to begin track
random mode
2. Track random will continue to select and play
tracks at random until the mode is cancelled
LCD Display
04
13
06
00:01
00:01
00:01
1. The LCD will display PAUS and the track # until
the function is canceled
Track Random Cancel
1. Press the RDM (Preset #3) button a second time
to cancel track random mode
LCD Display
1. The LCD will display RDM until the function is
cancelled
*NO TE: This function works identically in both CD Player and
CD Changer modes.
*NO TE: This function works identically in both CD Player and
CD Changer modes.
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CD Changer O peration
(O ptional Accessory)
DISC EJECT*
Disc Eject
LOADING THE CD CHANGER
1. Press the EJECT button to release the disc from
the CD player
Loading Disc to the Magazine
1. Pull out the desired disc tray number from the
magazine
2. The source unit will revert to P.PLAY or EJ MUTE
mode (see TUNER OPTIONS in this manual for
further information on programming the default
mode)
2. Place the disc into the magazine label side up
3. Push the disc tray back into the magazine
3. After ignition is turned off, it is possible to eject
disc. However, this function may only be
performed once with ignition off.
NOTE: Discs numbers are arranged from the top
down
LCD Display
1. The LCD will display EJECT for 5 seconds
2. After 5 seconds, the LCD will revert to the
previous display
Loading the Magazine to the CD Changer
Auto Reload
1. The INSERT IN THIS DIRECTION arrow indi-
cates the proper direction that the magazine
should be loaded into the CD changer
1. If the CD is left in the ejected position for more
than 10 seconds the disc will automatically
reload into the CD player
2. The auto reload operation will not restart play-
ing the disc or affect any other current mode
(Except EJ MUTE Mode)
CAUTION
Avoid installing or leaving the magazine where
it would be subject to high temperatures such
as from direct sunlight or from hot air from the
heater. Doing so will damage the unit.
*NO TE: This function works in CD Player mode only.
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CD CHANGER MODE
CDX DISC SELECTION
CD Changer Mode
Disc Selection
1. Press the MODE button until CDX PLAY is
displayed
1. Press the TUNE UP button to select the next disc
in the magazine
Disc 1
Disc 2
Disc 3
2. The CD changer will immediately begin playing
track #1 of the first available disc
2. Press the TUNE DN button to select the previous
disc in the magazine
CDX Play
3. If the changer was previously initialized, the
changer will resume playing the last track
initialized
LCD Display
1. The LCD will continuously flash the number of
the currently playing disc
LCD Display
2. When a disc begins playing, the track # &
elapsed time will be displayed for 5 seconds
1. The LCD will continuously flash the number of
the currently playing disc
3. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to the
default display
2. When a disc begins playing, the track # &
elapsed time will be displayed for 5 seconds
3. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to the
default display
Considerations
CDX MODE: When the last track # on the current
disc is reached, the next disc will be loaded in the
CD changer and begin playing track #1
NOTE: If no disc is loaded into the CD changer NO
CD will be displayed and the source unit will
revert back to TUNER mode.
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AUXILIARY
O
PERATIO N
CDX EJECT/RESET
AUX MODE*
Magazine Eject
AUX Mode
1. Press the EJECT button to release the magazine
disc from the CD changer
1. Press the MODE button until AUX is displayed
2. The AUX input will immediately "see" the
auxiliary audio input being fed into the AUX
RCA jacks
2. The source unit will revert to TUNER mode
TUNER
CDP
CDX
NOTE: A disc may be ejected during any mode or if
the radio power/ignition is off
AUX
LCD Display
1. AUX will be displayed for 5 seconds
LCD Display
2. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to the
default display
1. The LCD will display NO CD
NOTE: The input signal connected to the AUX
RCA jacks is fed into the source unit prior
to the volume control. If the AUX input
source has a constant (non-adjustable) out-
put level, the volume control on the face-
plate can properly adjust the amplitude.
The maximum signal the AUX circuit can
accept without clipping is 2.4V RMS.
CD Changer Reset
Press the RESET button if the changer gets jammed
during operation
•
RESET
More than 2.4V RMS input voltage can be
applied to the circuit, however the signal
will be clipped (producing gain overlap).
*Feature available on RFX8230 only
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IR REMO TE
O
PERATIO N
(RFX8210 O ptional Accessory)
VOLUME
UP/DOWN
POWER
O
N/OFF
Volume Up/Down
1. Press the VOL(+) button to increase the volume
2. Press the VOL(-) button to decrease the volume
1. Press the PWR button to turn on the radio
2. Press the PWR button a second time to turn off
the radio
NOTE: The VOL button is also used to increase or
decrease the Bass, Treble, Balance, Fader
& Sum*. See Tone Controls in this section
for further information.
On
Off
LCD Display
When the radio is off (in sleep mode) the clock
will be displayed
VOL 25
OPERATING MODE
1. Consecutively press the MODE button to cycle
through: TUNER>CDP>CDX>AUX* modes
2. Release the MODE button to select the
appropriate operating mode
TUNER
CDP
CDX
AUX
*This feature available on RFX8230 only
*This feature available on RFX8220 & RFX8230 only
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SEEK (TRACK
)
TUNE (DISC)
Seek (TUNER Mode)
Tune (TUNER Mode)
1. Press the SEEK UP button to automatically jump
the tuner to the next strongest radio station
1. Press the TUNE UP button to manually tune the
radio station up the band
2. Press the SEEK DN button to automatically jump
the tuner to the last strongest radio station
2. Press the TUNE DN button to manually tune the
radio station down the band
3. Press the SEEK UP/DN again to stop the tuner on
the current radio station
F1 101.5
F1 101.5
Disc Selection (CDX Mode)
Track Selection (CDP/CDX Mode)
1. Press the TUNE UP button to select the next disc
in the magazine
1. Press the SEEK UP button to select the next track
on the disc
2. Press the TUNE DN button to select the previous
disc in the magazine
2. Press the SEEK DN button to select the previous
track on the disc
Disc 04
Track 07
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MUTE/PAUSE*
TONE CONTROLS
Tuner Mute
1. Press the SEL button to cycle through BASS>
TREBLE>BALANCE>FADER>SUM**>VOLUME
2. Press the VOL+ button to increase function
3. Press the VOL+ button to decrease function
1. Press the MUTE button to reduce the volume to
minimum
BAS
TRE
2. Press the MUTE button a second time to revert
the audio to the previous level
MUTE
BAL
FAD
SUM**
VOL
Function
Volume
Bass
Display
VOL
BAS
Range
0 to 50
Default
12
0
LCD Display
-8 to +8
-8 to +8
L15 to R15
R15 to F15
0 to 50
Treble
TRE
0
The LCD will display MUTE until the function is
canceled
Balance
Fader
BAL
0
FAD
0
Sum Out
SUM**
50
Pause CD (CDP/CDX Mode)
1. Press the MUTE/PAUSE button to pause the CD
and reduce the volume to minimum
SOURCE TONE MEMORY
2. Press the MUTE/PAUSE button a second time to
resume playing the disc
Individual Bass & Treble settings are memorized for
TUNER / CDP / CDX / AUX* modes.
T01 PAUS
NOTE: If no adjustment is made after 5 seconds, the
LCD Display
MENU knob will revert to VOLUME mode.
The LCD will display PAUS and the track # until
the function is canceled
*NO TE: This function works identically in both CD Player and
CD Changer modes.
*Features available on RFX8230 only
**Features available on RFX8220 & RFX8230 only
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TUNER BAND
DISPLAY RECALL
Selecting the Tuner Band
Display Recall temporarily displays the clock,
radio station, station title**, CD track/time, disc
title*
1. Press the BAND button to cycle through the
tuner bank: FM1>FM2>FM3>AM1>AM2
or aux* on the LCD for 5 seconds.
2. Release the BAND button the select the desired
tuner bank
FM1
FM2
FM3
AM1
AM2
Display Recall (TUNER)
1. While in TUNER mode, press the DISP button to
cycle through CLOCK>RADIO STATION>
STATION TITLE**
PM 12:01
F1 101.5
2. After 5 seconds, the display will revert to the
default display
Display Recall (CDP/CDX)
1. While in CDP/CDX mode, press the DISP button
to cycle through CLOCK>TRACK/TIME>DISC
TITLE*
PM 12:01
T01 01:24
2. After 5 seconds, the display will revert to the
default display
Display Recall (AUX)*
1. While in AUX mode, press the DISP button to
switch between CLOCK>AUX*
PM 12:01
AUX*
2. After 5 seconds, the display will revert to the
default display
NOTE: See DEFAULT/RECALL DISPLAY in the
Basic Operation section of this manual for
more information on programming the
*Features available on RFX8230 only
**Features available on RFX8220 & RFX8230 only
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DIRECT
PRESET ACCESS
TRACK SCAN*
Direct Preset Access
Track scan plays the intro to each track for 10 sec-
onds before moving to the next track on the
currently playing disc
1. Press the number (1-2-3-4-5-6) to access the
desired tuner preset
Track Scan
2. The CD player or CD changer will immediately
load the selected track and begin playing
1. Press the SCAN (Preset #1) button to begin track
scan mode
F1
101.5
2. Track scan will continue to scan until the mode
is cancelled
LCD Display
04
05
06
00:10
00:10
00:10
1. The LCD will display the tuner bank and the
tuner frequency being accessed for 5 seconds
Track Scan Cancel
1. Press the SCAN (Preset #1) button a second time
to cancel track scan mode
2. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to the
default display
LCD Display
1. The LCD will display SCAN until the function is
cancelled
2. The LCD will display the track # and elapsed
time for 5 seconds each time a new track begins
its intro scan
3. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to the
default display
*NO TE: This function works identically in both CD Player and
CD Changer modes.
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TRACK REPEAT*
TRACK RANDOM*
Track Repeat plays the currently playing track over
again from the beginning
Track random selects and plays tracks at random
from the currently playing disc
Track Repeat
Track Random
1. Press the RPT (Preset #2) button to begin track
repeat mode
1. Press the RDM (Preset #3) button to begin track
random mode
2. Track repeat will continue to repeat the current
track until the mode is cancelled
2. Track random will continue to select and play
tracks at random until the mode is cancelled
04
12
07
00:01
00:01
00:01
04
04
04:59
00:01
Track Repeat Cancel
Track Random Cancel
1. Press the RPT (Preset #2) button a second time
to cancel track repeat mode
1. Press the RDM (Preset #3) button a second time
to cancel track random mode
LCD Display
LCD Display
The LCD will display RPT until the function is
cancelled
The LCD will display RDM until the function is
cancelled
*NO TE: This function works identically in both CD Player and
CD Changer modes.
*NO TE: This function works identically in both CD Player and
CD Changer modes.
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DIRECT DISC
ACCESS
DIRECT TRACK
ACCESS*
Direct Disc Access allows any disc in the maga-
zine to be immediately selected and played. This
method is faster than manually cycling through
each disc in the magazine.
Direct Track Access allows any track to be immedi-
ately selected and played. This method is faster
than manually cycling through each track on the
disc.
Direct Disc Access
Direct Track Access
1. While in CDX mode, press the DISC ACC but-
ton to select Direct Disc Access mode
1. While in CDP/CDX mode, press the TRACK
ACC button to select Direct Track Access mode
2. Press the number (1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-0) to
access the desired disc in the magazine
2. Press the number (1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-0) to access
the desired track on the disc
3. The CD changer will immediately load the
selected disc and begin playing track #1
3. The CD player or CD changer will immediately
load the selected track and begin playing
DISC 6
06
00:01
LCD Display
LCD Display
1. The LCD will display DISC and the disc # being
accessed for 5 seconds
1. The LCD will display TRACK and the track #
being accessed for 5 seconds
2. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to the
default display
2. After 5 seconds the LCD will revert to the
default display
*NO TE: This function works identically in both CD Player and
CD Changer modes.
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SO URCE UNIT TRO UBLESHO O TING
SYMPTOM
DIAGNOSIS
REMEDY
Source Unit does Voltage applied to Red Check battery, fuses and connec-
not turn on
and Yellow wires is not tions and repair or replace as
between 10.8 and 16
volts or there is no
voltage present
necessary. If voltage is above
+16 volts, have the electrical
system inspected by an autho-
rized car service center.
AUTO STORE
PRESET SCAN
/
Source unit is not
properly grounded
Check wiring and repair
as necessary
AUTO STORE
(press & hold)
1.Press and hold the AS/PS button to automatically
select the strongest radio stations and store them in
the tuner banks.
No backlight
illumination
Detachable faceplate
not properly
connected
Detach faceplate and reinstall
into chassis
Speakers pop
when turning
Source Unit
On/Off
Auto antenna and
remote B+ are not
configured properly
Check wiring and repair as
necessary. Refer to “Wiring the
System” section of this manual
for further information
2. Auto Store will store radio stations individually
in the desired tuner bank (FM1/FM2/FM3/AM1/
AM2).
FM1
FM2
FM3
AM1
AM2
Bad component in the Check connections and bypass
signal chain
additional components
(crossovers and equalizers)
PRESET SCAN
between the source unit and the
amplifier. Connect one compo-
nent at a time to determine the
culprit. Connect this component
to the Blue wire and check for
pops. If pops persist, repair or
replace component as necessary
1.Press the AS/PS button to cycle through each
radio station stored in memory. Each preset radio
station will play for 5 seconds before moving to the
next preset.
2.Press the AS/PS button again to stop Preset Scan
on the currently playing radio station.
Tuner cannot
“tune-in” any
radio stations
Antenna is
disconnected
Check connections and repair as
necessary
Tuner has poor
reception
Antenna is discon-
nected or not properly tion of antenna and repair or
grounded to vehicle replace as necessary
Check connections and installa-
Antenna cable is inter- Disconnect antenna and test
mittent or damaged
with known working antenna.
If tuner works, check installation
and repair antenna wiring as
necessary
Antenna is wrong type Consult your local Authorized
for AM/FM frequencies Rockford Fosgate Dealer for
proper antenna selection
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SYMPTOM
DIAGNOSIS
REMEDY
SYMPTOM
DIAGNOSIS
REMEDY
Disc will not load Voltage applied to Red Check battery, fuses and
ERROR 7
(Servo Error)
Excessive dirt or dust
on disc
Clean disc to remove dirt or dust
as necessary
into Source Unit
and Yellow wires is not connections and repair or replace
(also see error codes)
between 10.8 and 16
volts or there is no
voltage present
as necessary. If voltage is above
+16 volts, have the electrical
system inspected by an autho-
rized car service center
Disc is warped
cracked or severely
damaged
Put in a different disc!
Disc will not eject Voltage applied to
Check battery, fuses and
Excessive scratches
on disk
Put in a different disc!
Put in a different disc!
(also see error codes)
Yellow wire is not
between 10.8 and 16
volts or there is no
voltage present
connections and repair or replace
as necessary. If voltage is above
+16 volts, have the electrical
system inspected by an autho-
rized car service center
ERROR 9
(TOC Error)
Disc is warped
cracked or severely
damaged
ERROR 1
(Initialize Error)
No initialization
Press the reset button
The laser pickup is
defective
Have a service center
repair the laser pickup
Mechanism is jammed Repair the mechanism and
and loading motor (or
driving circuit) is
defective
loading motor (or driving circuit)
Servo unit in CDP
mechanism is not
operating properly
Check the servo circuit area and
repair as necessary
ERROR 3
(Loading Error)
Foreign objects are
preventing the disc
from loading
Check CDP mechanism load area
by removing faceplate and repair
as necessary
Radiated Noises
No RF suppression
of blower motors
Connect filter cap (Radio Shack
#272-1085) in-line on B+ as close
to blower motor as possible
Loading area in
Repair the mechanism and load-
ing motor (or driving circuit)
No RF suppression
of switches
Connect a .1µf – .01µf non-polarized
capacitor across switch contacts
mechanism and load-
ing motor (or driving
circuit) is defective
CD skips
excessively
Source unit mounted
at an incorrect angle
Check mounting angle of source
unit (mount within ±20˚ from hor-
izontal) and repair as necessary
ERROR 4
(Eject Error)
Foreign objects are
preventing the disc
from ejecting
Check CDP mechanism eject area
by removing faceplate and repair
as necessary
Source unit not
secured properly
(Standard Mount)
Check tightness of installation
sleeve and backstrap and repair or
replace as necessary
Ejecting area in mech- Repair the mechanism and load-
anism and ejecting
motor (or driving cir-
cuit) is defective
ing motor (or driving circuit)
Source unit not
secured properly
(ISO Mount)
Check tightness of mounting
screws and repair or replace as
necessary
ERROR 6
(Transverse Error)
Transverse motor or
switch is defective.
Traverse area
Check CD mechanism motor,
switch and transverse area.
damaged
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SYMPTOM
DIAGNOSIS
REMEDY
CD CHANGER TRO UBLESHO O TING
Engine Noise
Source unit is not
grounded properly
Check connections and repair
wiring as necessary
SYMPTOM
DIAGNOSIS
REMEDY
Noise is radiating into
RCA signal cable
Check connections, run the RCA
cables on a different route away
from sources of high current
Error 1
(Initialize Error)
Disc unit can’t detect
magazine
Press the eject button and pull out
the magazine. Press the reset
button
Bad component in the Check connections, bypass addi-
Magazine tray
Check tray load/unload area
signal chain
tional components (crossovers
and equalizers) between the
load/unload problem
Magazine sensor is
defective
Have a service center check the
magazine sensing switch
Source unit and the amplifier.
Connect one component at a time
to determine the culprit. Repair or
replace components as necessary
Error 2
(Magazine Eject Error)
Can’t eject magazine
Press the reset button
Magazine emitting
spring is damaged
Have a service center inspect and
repair as necessary
Noise is radiating into
the speaker cables
Disconnect existing speakers and
connect a test speaker to the out-
put terminals or the source unit. If
noise is gone, reroute the speaker
cables away from sources of high
current
Magazine tray is
jammed
Inspect and repair as necessary
Error 3
(Loading Error)
Tray loading has not
completed after
5 seconds
Press the eject button, pull out the
magazine and try again. Press the
reset button
Multiple grounds in
the audio system
Check ground connections and
connect amplifiers, signal proces-
sors, and other components to a
central location or try a different
grounding point on the chassis
Loading mechanism
and loading motor (or
driving circuit) is
defective
Repair mechanism and loading
motor (or driving circuit)
Error 4
Tray unloading has not Press the eject button, pullout the
(Unloading Error)
completed after
5 seconds
magazine and try again. Press the
reset button
Unloading mechanism Have a service center repair
and unloading motor
(or driving circuit) is
defective
mechanism and loading motor (or
driving circuit)
Error 5
(Elevator Error)
Magazine tray is
jammed
Repair the CD changer
mechanism. Press the reset
button.
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SYMPTOM
DIAGNOSIS
REMEDY
SYMPTOM
DIAGNOSIS
REMEDY
CD Changer does CDX cable is inter-
Check connections and repair or
replace CDX cable as necessary
Error 7
(Focus Error)
The laser pick-up is
defective
Repair the laser pick-up
not operate
mittent or severely
damaged
Disc is warped,
cracked or damaged
Put in a new disc
CDX cable is discon-
nected from the Source unit and CD Changer and repair
Check connections at the Source
Unit or CD Changer
wiring as necessary
Error 9
(TOC Error)
Disc is warped,
cracked or severely
damaged.
Eject damaged disc from source
unit and play only non-damaged
discs
Communication
problem
Press “Reset” button on CD
Changer
Have a service center repair the
laser pick-up
The laser pick-up is
defective
Disc is jammed in Disc load/unload
the CD Changer problem
Press “Reset” button on CD
Changer. If CD Changer still
does not operate, see your Local
Authorized Rockford Fosgate
Dealer
NO CD
(No Disc Error)
Magazine is empty or
Check the magazine and insert
not installed in the unit discs
NO CONN
8-pin DIN cable is Check the connection of 8-pin
(Communication Error) disconnected from the DIN cable between the CDX
CDX mechanism or
source unit
and unit
IR REMO TE TRO UBLESHO O TING
SYMPTOM
DIAGNOSIS
REMEDY
IR Remote has
poor range
Batteries are weak
Check battery condition and
replace as necessary with
(1) CR2025 (+3 volt) battery
Excessive dirt or dust
on IR Remote trans-
mitter lens
Clean transmitter lens with
Plexiglas solution and a non-
abrasive cloth as necessary
Excessive dirt or dust
Clean receiver lens (compact disc
on source unit receiver logo) with Plexiglas solution and a
lens non-abrasive cloth as necessary
IR remote is outside of Operate IR remote within approx-
optimum transmitting
range
imately 15 ft and ±45˚ from
horizontal of the Source unit’s
faceplate
High sunlight
conditions
Operate IR remote closer to
Source Unit
IR Remote does
not work
Batteries are dead
Check battery condition and
replace as necessary with
(1) CR2025 (+3 volt) battery
(LED does not
illuminate)
Battery is installed
incorrectly
Check battery installation and
repair as necessary (polarity is
indicated on pc board)
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LIMITED WARRANTY INFO RMATIO N
Rockford Corporation offers a limited warranty on Rockford Fosgate products
on the following terms:
Length of Warranty
1 year on source units
What is Covered
This warranty applies only to Rockford Fosgate products sold to consumers by
Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealers in the United States of America or its
possessions. Product purchased by consumers from an Authorized Rockford
Fosgate Dealer in another country are covered only by that country’s
Distributor and not by Rockford Corporation.
Who is Covered
This warranty covers only the original purchaser of Rockford product pur-
chased from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in the United States. In
order to receive service, the purchaser must provide Rockford with a copy of
the receipt stating the customer name, dealer name, product purchased and
date of purchase.
Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or
replaced (with a product deemed to be equivalent) at Rockford's discretion.
What is Not Covered
1. Damage caused by accident, abuse, improper operations, water, theft
2. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product
3. Service performed by anyone other than Rockford or an Authorized Rockford
Fosgate Service Center
4. Any product which has had the serial number defaced, altered, or removed
5. Subsequent damage to other components
6. Any product purchased outside the U.S.
7. Any product not purchased from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer
Limit on Implied Warranties
Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and
merchantability are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty
set forth above. Some states do not allow limitations on the length of an
implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No person is authorized
to assume for Rockford Fosgate any other liability in connection with the sale
of the product.
How to Obtain Service
Please call 1-800-669-9899 for Rockford Customer Service. You must obtain
an RA# (Return Authorization number) to return any product to Rockford
Fosgate. You are responsible for shipment of product to Rockford.
Ship to: Electronics
Ship to: Speakers
Rockford Corporation
Warranty Repair Department
2055 E. 5th Street
Rockford Acoustic Design
(Receiving-speakers)
609 Myrtle N.W.
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
RA#: ____________________
Tempe, AZ 85281
RA#:_________________________
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PRINTED IN KOREA
Rockford Fosgate
Rockford Corporation
546 South Rockford Drive
Tempe, Arizona 85281 U.S.A.
In U.S.A., (480) 967-3565
In Europe, Fax (49) 8503-934014
In Japan, Fax (81) 559-79-1265
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