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Jensen VR185 User Manual

Jensen VR185
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BND MOD
SAT
WB
AUX
MUT
AMS
EQ T/F
AUTO
REVERSE
6
5 PAUSE
4 SHUF
3 SCAN
1 ENTER
2 RPT
TUNE
DISC
CH CAT
SATELLITE
VOLUME
PUSH AUDIO
VR185
IR
CDC CONTROL
VR185
Thank You!
Thank you for choosing a Jensen product. We hope you will find the instructions in this owner’s
manual clear and easy to follow. If you take a few minutes to look through it, you’ll learn how to
use all the features of your new Jensen receiver for maximum enjoyment.
System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Basic Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
CD Player Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
CD Changer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cassette Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Sirius Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Ignition and Interference Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
System Features
Features of the Jensen VR185 mobile audio system include:
PLL Synthesizer Stereo Radio
Sirius-Ready Satellite Radio Function
Automatic Memory Storing
Fixed Front Panel
Preset Equalization
Electronic Shockproof (ESP) Function
Digital Compact Disc Player
Auto-Reverse Cassette Player
CD Changer Control
Auxiliary Input Function
Remote Control
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Jensen VR185 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Resolution800 x 480 pixels
BluetoothYes
USB PortYes
Radio TunerAM/FM
Supported Audio FormatsMP3, WMA
SD Card SlotYes
DVD PlayerYes
Backup Camera InputYes
Steering Wheel Control CompatibleYes
AUX InputYes
Video PlaybackYes
GPS NavigationNo
Display TypeLCD
Supported Video FormatsAVI
Screen Size6.2 inch
Preamp Outputs3 (Front, Rear, Sub)

Summary

Preparation

Tools and Supplies

Lists the necessary tools and supplies for installation.

Choosing a Mounting Location

Provides tips for determining the best location for unit installation.

Disconnect Battery

Instruction to turn off ignition and disconnect the battery before proceeding.

Preparing the Opening

Details the required opening size for unit installation.

Installation Procedures

Mounting the Sleeve

Steps to insert and secure the mounting sleeve into the dashboard.

Installing the Unit

Guide for connecting wiring and sliding the unit into the sleeve.

Reconnect Battery

Final step to reconnect the battery negative terminal.

Removing the Unit

Instructions on how to safely remove the unit from the vehicle.

Wiring and Connections

Wiring Diagram

Illustrates all necessary wiring connections for unit operation.

Wiring Charts

Provides detailed wiring charts in English, Spanish, and French.

Basic Operation

Power On/Off

How to turn the unit on and off using the power button.

Mode Selection

Switching between different operation modes like Radio, CD, CDC, Cassette.

Audio Mute Function

Temporarily muting the audio volume.

Volume Control

Instructions for increasing or decreasing the audio volume.

Sound Adjustment

Adjusting bass, treble, balance, and fader settings.

Equalizer Selector

Applying preset sound effects to the audio output.

Display Priority / Clock Setting

Changing displayed information and setting the clock.

Auxiliary Input

Connecting and accessing audio from a portable device.

Reset Function

How to reset the unit in case of issues.

Restore Factory Settings

Reverting all settings to their original factory configuration.

Radio Operation

Band Selection

Switching between FM and AM radio bands.

Tuning Methods

Using manual and seek tuning to find radio stations.

Preset Station Management

Storing and recalling favorite radio stations.

Automatic Station Storage

Automatically storing the six strongest stations in the current band.

Weather Band Operation

Accessing NOAA weather broadcasts on seven frequencies.

CD Player Operation

CD Insertion and Ejection

Instructions for inserting and ejecting CDs.

Playback Control

Using pause, track select, and repeat functions for CD playback.

Scan and Shuffle Modes

Utilizing Intro Scan and Random Shuffle playback modes.

CD Changer Operation

Disc Selection

Selecting specific discs from a CD changer.

Other Features

Details on other CD changer operation features.

Notes on Discs

Important guidelines regarding disc compatibility and handling.

Cassette Player Operation

Cassette Insertion and Ejection

How to insert and eject cassette tapes.

Playback Direction Control

Changing the direction of cassette tape playback.

Fast Forward and Rewind

Controlling the speed of cassette tape playback.

Sirius Satellite Radio

Select Sirius Mode

Accessing the Sirius satellite radio functions.

User Preset Channel Selection

Navigating and selecting user-defined preset channels.

Channel Selection

Advancing to the next or previous channel.

Category and Channel Search

Searching for music categories and specific channels.

Preset Channels

Storing favorite channels for quick access.

Sirius Mode Selection

Choosing between Normal, Direct Tune, and Skip Channel modes.

Troubleshooting Guide

Ignition and Interference Noise

Diagnosing and resolving issues related to ignition and interference noise.

System Maintenance Tips

General maintenance advice to extend unit life and optimize performance.

Product Specifications

General Specifications

Details on power supply, dimensions, and impedance.

Tuner Specifications

Performance metrics for FM and AM tuners.

Player Specifications

Performance data for CD and Cassette players.

Amplifier Output

Information on the total system power output.

Limited Warranty Information

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