The TN0040A is a Car Audio system designed for vehicle installation, manufactured by ISUZU. Its primary function is a broadcast radio receiver, supporting AM, FM, RDS, and DAB. Beyond radio, it offers Bluetooth for Hands-Free communication and audio streaming, Wi-Fi for Wireless CarPlay and AndroidAuto, and GNSS capabilities including GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, and QZSS.
Technical Specifications:
- Model Name: TN0040A
- Brand: ISUZU
- FCC ID: BABTN0040A
- Rated Voltage: 12.0V (operating range 10.5V to 16.0V) - ground
- Load Impedance: 4Ω
- Back Up Current: 1mA or less
- Rated Current: 1.98A or less (at Vcc=13.2V, 0.5W output)
- AM Tuning Range: 522 – 1710 kHz (9kHz step)
- FM Tuning Range: 87.5 – 108 MHz (100kHz step)
- DAB Tuning Range: 174.928 – 239.200 MHz
- Operating Temperature: -30 to +65 °C (Performance assured temperature range)
- Dimensions (D x W x H): 178.15mm x 253.89mm x 174.49mm
- Weight: 2050g
Usage Features:
The device features a user-friendly interface with both physical buttons and a touchscreen display.
Physical Controls:
- TUNE/MODE Knob:
- Push: Transitions to the Mode selection screen.
- Rotate: Jumps between preset channels.
- NAVI Button: Transitions to the MAP screen.
- TALK Button:
- Short Push: Transitions to the Dial screen.
- Long Push: Transitions to the Bluetooth pairing screen.
- HOME Button: Transitions to the home screen.
- BACK Button: Transitions to the previous screen.
- VEHICLE Button: Transitions to the vehicle information screen.
- VOLUME/POWER Knob:
- Push: Toggles Audio ON/OFF.
- Rotate Right: Increases volume by +1.
- Rotate Left: Decreases volume by -1.
Operation Procedure (Radio):
- Power On (ACC-ON): Upon ACC-ON, the ISUZU screen is displayed.
- Caution Screen: After a few seconds, a "CAUTION" screen appears. Note that the initial ACC-ON may take slightly longer.
- Continue to Menu: Press the "Continue" button on the face panel to proceed to the MENU screen.
- Access Radio: Press the POWER button. Alternatively, tap the Radio Mode Window on the screen to display the "FM1" screen.
- Seek Channels: On the radio screen, press the "<" or ">" buttons to initiate a SEEK function. This procedure is identical for AM and DAB modes.
Operation Procedure (Bluetooth/Handsfree):
- Power On (ACC-ON): The ISUZU screen is displayed.
- Caution Screen: The "CAUTION" screen appears.
- Continue to Menu: Press "Continue" to reach the MENU screen.
- Access Settings: Press the "Setting" button on the face panel or tap the "Setting" icon on the screen.
- Bluetooth Settings: In the Settings menu, select "Bluetooth."
- Add Device: Press the "Add Device" button.
- Search Device: Press the "Search Device" button.
- Pairing: Select your iPhone or iPod from the list of available Bluetooth devices to pair. The system can display more than one pairing equipment.
- Connection Confirmation: Once connected, "Connection Completed" will be displayed.
Maintenance Features:
The manual does not explicitly detail specific maintenance features. However, it provides instructions for basic operation and troubleshooting, which are essential for maintaining the device's functionality. The "CAUTION" screens emphasize safe operation, advising users to make selections only when the vehicle is stopped and to drive safely, obeying traffic rules. It also recommends consulting the Owner's Manual for complete operating instructions, implying that further maintenance or troubleshooting information would be found there.
FCC Compliance:
The device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits for uncontrolled equipment and meets RF Exposure Guidelines. It must be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm from a person's body. It is not permitted to be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The device adheres to part 15 of the FCC Rules, meaning it will not cause harmful interference and must accept any interference received. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the responsible party could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.