VDO CD 2100 User Manual

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* Depending on version
• Blue lead A5 (Electronic/Motor Aerial) :
This radio can provide a 12V signal for the
control of an automatic motor aerial or the
supply of an electronic aerial by connection.
Do not use this connection for the supply lead
of the aerial motor!
• Orange lead A6 (Pilot light) : Connect to
the dashboard illumination wiring of the car.
When the car headlights are switched on, the
backlight to the power key remains illuminated
(even when the radio is switched off). When
the set is on with this connection , the
brightness of the display is reduced.
CONNECTOR B (fig.2)
Loudspeakers (use 4 ohm loudspeakers
only)
• Do not connect any of the loudspeaker leads
to earth or directly to a booster/amplifier or via
an external fader!
• Connecting 4 loudspeakers
Front Rear
Left+ Green [B5] White [B7]
Left- Green/black [B6] White/black [B8]
Right+ Grey [B3] Blue [B1]
Right- Grey/black [B4] Blue/black [B2]
– To check the loudspeaker connections keep
the 'SCAN' key pressed and switch on the set.
To cancel switch off the set.
BLUE CONNECTOR C * for a Digital CD
changer (available separately) (fig. 3)
• You can only connect the following CD changer
with a digital output to this set :
- CH0400 or CH0600 or CH1000
Useful tips
Recommended connection instructions between
the CD changer and headunit :
1. Ensure that the Connector A (power supply) is
removed from the headunit.
2. Finish all connections between the CD changer
(see mounting instructions for the CD changer)
and the headunit.
3. Reconnect the Connector A (power supply) to
the headunit.
INSTALLATION
If your car is equipped with ISO connectors,
simply insert them in connectors of the car radio.
If not, you can use an adaptor cable (Refer to the
table on the separate installation card). Ensure all
cables are installed so that they cannot be
damaged by sharp edges or moving parts.
PREPARATION
Voltage and polarity: The set must be connected
to a 12V car battery with negative terminal to
earth (car chassis). Installation in vehicles not
fulfilling these requirements could result in
malfunction, damage or fire.
Warning: To prevent short-circuiting, disconnect
the negative car battery terminal until the set has
been mounted and connected (fig.1 See separate
installation card).
CONNECTOR A (fig.2)
POWER SUPPLY CONNECTIONS
• Red lead A7 : Connect to a permanent 12V
supply. This is the main power supply. Ensure
this connection can handle a current of 10A.
• Yellow/red lead A4 : Connect to a switched
12V supply (switched on/off by car ignition).
• Brown lead A8: Connect to earth (car
chassis).
This connection set up will enable you to make
full use of the ON/OFF LOGIC function of this set
limiting the use of the set to 1 hour after removal
of the ignition key. If this feature does not appear
to be functioning as expected you may require
an adapter cable (EA6259). See reverse of
installation card.
OPTIONAL CONNECTIONS (fig. 2)
• Pink lead A1 * (SDVC AND SPEED
WARNING) :
Speed Dependent Volume Control
automatically increases and decreases the
volume as a result of the car's speed.
Speed Warning can be used to inform you that
you are exceeding a certain speed.
• Connect pin A1 to a signal from the
speedometer of your car. Some cars are
already prepared for it (e.g. certain VW &
Vauxhall/Opel cars), please consult your dealer.
If not, you may need a more detailed
installation requiring extra equipment to
enable your car to become compatible.
This can only be accomplished by persons
familiar with automotive electrical and
mechanical systems. After connection see
‘SPECIAL FUNCTIONS’.
Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10

VDO CD 2100 Specifications

General

DIN Size	1 DIN
CD Player	Yes
Display	LCD
MP3 Playback	Yes
USB Port	No
Bluetooth	No
Playback Media	CD
Radio Tuner	FM, AM

Summary

Car Audio Installation Guide

Preparation for Installation

Essential steps before connecting the car audio set, covering voltage, polarity, and battery disconnection.

Connector A Wiring

Details power supply connections (permanent, switched, earth) and optional speed-dependent volume control.

Connector B Speaker Wiring

Guide to connecting loudspeakers, specifying impedance and wiring for front and rear speakers.

Mounting the Car Audio System

Radio Unit Mounting

Guidance on installing the radio unit into the dashboard, covering front and rear mounting methods.

Front Mounting Procedure

Security Features

Detachable Front Security Feature

Information on the detachable front panel for theft protection and proper handling.

Removing the Detachable Front

Reattaching the Detachable Front

Initial Settings Configuration

Special Functions: Clock and Speed Settings

Setting the Clock

Instructions for manually setting the clock or enabling automatic updates via RDS signal.

Speed Dependent Volume & Warning

Explanation of Speed Dependent Volume Control (SDVC) and Speed Warning features.

Speed Dependent Volume Control (SDVC)

Setting Up Speed Warnings

Special Functions: Speed Warning and Temperature Features

Storing a Speed for Warning

Audio Settings and Adjustments

Power On/Off Control

How to switch the audio set on or off, including operation independent of car ignition.

Volume Adjustment

Instructions on how to adjust the audio volume, ensuring audibility of traffic sounds.

Sound Style Selection

Guide to selecting pre-defined sound styles like Bass/Treble, Flat, Jazz, Vocal, Pop, Classic, Rock.

Audio Mode Selection

How to select and adjust audio modes such as Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader.

Radio Operation

Radio Waveband Selection

Radio Search Tuning

Instructions for using search tuning to automatically find radio stations by frequency.

Manual Radio Tuning

Switching to Manual Tuning

Tuning to a Specific Frequency

How to manually tune into a specific radio station frequency.

Automatic Station Storage (Auto-Store)

Manual Station Storage to Presets

Instructions for manually storing FM, MW, and LW stations into preset memory slots.

Recalling Preset Stations

How to recall and listen to previously stored preset radio stations.

Radio Data System (RDS) Features

Traffic & News Announcements

Information on activating Traffic Announcement and News/Weather announcement features.

Activating/Deactivating TA/News Modes

Steps to activate or deactivate Traffic Announcement (TA) and News/Weather modes.

Cassette Player Operation

Cassette Playback

Instructions for inserting a cassette and starting playback on the player.

Fast Rewind/Forward Cassette

Functionality for fast rewinding or fast forwarding through cassette tapes.

Activating/Deactivating Fast Forward

Cassette Previous/Next Track

Using the Music Search System to skip tracks forward or backward on a cassette.

Selecting Previous Cassette Tracks

Selecting Next Cassette Tracks

CD Player and Changer Operation

CD Player Disc Playback

Instructions for inserting and playing a 12cm disc on the CD player.

CD Changer Disc Playback

How to play discs using a compatible CD changer connected to the set.

CD Previous/Next Track Selection

How to select previous or next tracks on a CD during playback.

Fast Forward/Backward CD Search

Function to quickly move through a CD disc during playback.

Remote Control Operation

Remote Audio Controls

Remote Source Selection

Remote Radio Functions

Operating radio functions like waveband selection, search tuning, and preset recall via remote.

Remote Cassette Controls

Operating cassette functions like track selection, rewind/forward, and direction change via remote.

Remote CD Player/Changer Controls

Display Options and Modes

Radio Mode Display Options