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The remote control allows access to be controlled through an optional wired remote control, MWR-20. The MWR-20 looks like a standard dash gauge and is designed to the most common functions on the MCD 9424JA such as Volume, Tune/Track selection, Power on/off, AM/FM bands, Weather Band and Play/Pause for CD Mode. The remote requires a standard 2 1/8" gauge hole cutout. 4 ® Optional Remote Control MCD 9424JA The MCD 9424JA can be installed in the dash panel of your vessel.
The remote control allows access to be controlled through an optional wired remote control, MWR-20. The MWR-20 looks like a standard dash gauge and is designed to the most common functions on the MCD 9424JA such as Volume, Tune/Track selection, Power on/off, AM/FM bands, Weather Band and Play/Pause for CD Mode. The remote requires a standard 2 1/8" gauge hole cutout. 4 ® Optional Remote Control MCD 9424JA The MCD 9424JA can be installed in the dash panel of your vessel.
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... return the unit for everyone. Most installations are straightforward and can be installed correctly. If you how to have the original dated receipt. For your Jensen stereo should ever require service, you will show you ever need to install your new stereo like a pro. Warranty Service If your... you 're holding in this book, consider turning the installation job over to someone better suited to Install the MCD 9424JA Marine AM/FM Stereo Radio/Compact Disc Player Final 3 Installation (page 8) 1 Install wiring 2 Connect and (pages 4 and 5) test...
... return the unit for everyone. Most installations are straightforward and can be installed correctly. If you how to have the original dated receipt. For your Jensen stereo should ever require service, you will show you ever need to install your new stereo like a pro. Warranty Service If your... you 're holding in this book, consider turning the installation job over to someone better suited to Install the MCD 9424JA Marine AM/FM Stereo Radio/Compact Disc Player Final 3 Installation (page 8) 1 Install wiring 2 Connect and (pages 4 and 5) test...
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... range of marine stereo products that can turn your boat into audio dynamite. INCREDIBLE Sound Jensen offers a full line of 4 to overheating. Better Sound Install a Jensen tape deck or CD player like you're doing now. Install the MCD 9424JA in a closed box. High power...or INCREDIBLE! Tools and Supplies Needed Professional Tip Basic Installation: • Flat and Phillips screwdrivers • Wire cutters • Wire strippers • Tools to remove existing radio (screwdriver, socket wrench set or other tools) • Electrical tape Speaker Requirements Only connect the MCD...
... range of marine stereo products that can turn your boat into audio dynamite. INCREDIBLE Sound Jensen offers a full line of 4 to overheating. Better Sound Install a Jensen tape deck or CD player like you're doing now. Install the MCD 9424JA in a closed box. High power...or INCREDIBLE! Tools and Supplies Needed Professional Tip Basic Installation: • Flat and Phillips screwdrivers • Wire cutters • Wire strippers • Tools to remove existing radio (screwdriver, socket wrench set or other tools) • Electrical tape Speaker Requirements Only connect the MCD...
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...not operate properly and it could be damaged. Professional Tip Fuse Adapters No convenient power wire? Wiring Color Codes Function LF+ Speaker LF- Match the wires according to the proper wire in the boat. Speaker RF+ Speaker RF- Follow the installation instructions carefully, or ...matching connector and attach: • Yellow wire-Fuse marked MAIN, BAT or PWR • Red wire-Fuse marked ACCY (accessory), or RADIO Disconnect Battery Before you begin, always disconnect the battery negative terminal. - + Connect Wires Splice, crimp or solder the wires from the receiver to the chart (...
...not operate properly and it could be damaged. Professional Tip Fuse Adapters No convenient power wire? Wiring Color Codes Function LF+ Speaker LF- Match the wires according to the proper wire in the boat. Speaker RF+ Speaker RF- Follow the installation instructions carefully, or ...matching connector and attach: • Yellow wire-Fuse marked MAIN, BAT or PWR • Red wire-Fuse marked ACCY (accessory), or RADIO Disconnect Battery Before you begin, always disconnect the battery negative terminal. - + Connect Wires Splice, crimp or solder the wires from the receiver to the chart (...
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... RF gray/black gray RF+ RR- white/black white LF+ LR- The radio will not work if this wire is always live. The MCD 9424JA uses two fuses with in-line fuse holders as part of wire. ® Wiring Diagram Antenna Jack Remote Plug MCD 9424JA RCA-to the amplifier. LF LF- ...Using an incorrect fuse could damage radio. If not used, tape bare end of rear wiring harness: • 10 amp fast blow AGC (red wire). • 0.5 amp fast blow AGC (yellow wire). Black Filter Box In-line Fuse (10-amp) Red Ground Connect to existing...
... RF gray/black gray RF+ RR- white/black white LF+ LR- The radio will not work if this wire is always live. The MCD 9424JA uses two fuses with in-line fuse holders as part of wire. ® Wiring Diagram Antenna Jack Remote Plug MCD 9424JA RCA-to the amplifier. LF LF- ...Using an incorrect fuse could damage radio. If not used, tape bare end of rear wiring harness: • 10 amp fast blow AGC (red wire). • 0.5 amp fast blow AGC (yellow wire). Black Filter Box In-line Fuse (10-amp) Red Ground Connect to existing...
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... to a nearby station. Within 3 seconds, press to change minutes, to the red and yellow wires. 4 W1 1 4. Press or . Reconnect Battery Test Memory Wiring When wiring is connected properly. Test Antenna Connection 1 1. The radio should return to make sure the yellow wire is complete, reconnect the battery negative terminal. - + 1 W1 1 1. ® MCD 9424JA Testing Before you...
... to a nearby station. Within 3 seconds, press to change minutes, to the red and yellow wires. 4 W1 1 4. Press or . Reconnect Battery Test Memory Wiring When wiring is connected properly. Test Antenna Connection 1 1. The radio should return to make sure the yellow wire is complete, reconnect the battery negative terminal. - + 1 W1 1 1. ® MCD 9424JA Testing Before you...
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...should be playing. Press SEL four times again. 4. Make sure you connected the wires just like the chart on page 6. 3 SEL/ 4 VOL 3. If not, check the wiring. Balance Fader 1 SEL/ 2 VOL 1. If not, check the wiring. Hold the VOL button until the display shows BAL.R 15. Once everything is ... the VOL button until the display shows BAL.L 15. Press SEL five times. 6. Make sure you connected the wires just like the chart on page 6. 7 SEL/ 8 VOL 7. Make sure you connected the wires just like the chart on page 6. 5 SEL/ 6 VOL 5. Hold the VOL button until the display shows...
...should be playing. Press SEL four times again. 4. Make sure you connected the wires just like the chart on page 6. 3 SEL/ 4 VOL 3. If not, check the wiring. Balance Fader 1 SEL/ 2 VOL 1. If not, check the wiring. Hold the VOL button until the display shows BAL.R 15. Once everything is ... the VOL button until the display shows BAL.L 15. Press SEL five times. 6. Make sure you connected the wires just like the chart on page 6. 7 SEL/ 8 VOL 7. Make sure you connected the wires just like the chart on page 6. 5 SEL/ 6 VOL 5. Hold the VOL button until the display shows...
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... lights normally) Not all bare wires Insulate wire Insulate wire Install fuse of correct rating Call Jensen Technical Assistance (1-800-323-0221) Professional Tip Securing Wires Be proud of problem Cause No power to red wire (12V with key on) Inline fuse blown Speaker wires not connected Incorrect splices or connections Speaker wires shorting to chassis ground or...
... lights normally) Not all bare wires Insulate wire Insulate wire Install fuse of correct rating Call Jensen Technical Assistance (1-800-323-0221) Professional Tip Securing Wires Be proud of problem Cause No power to red wire (12V with key on) Inline fuse blown Speaker wires not connected Incorrect splices or connections Speaker wires shorting to chassis ground or...