DS18 DDX7CP 7 Inch Touchscreen Mech Less Double Din Head Unit with Bluetooth Owner’s Manual
- June 9, 2024
- DS18
Table of Contents
- DDX7CP 7 Inch Touchscreen Mech Less Double Din Head Unit with Bluetooth
- FEATURES
- INSTALLATION
- WIRING CONNECTIONS
- MAIN UNIT OPERATIONS
- REMOTE HANDSET GENERAL OPERATIONS
- ON SCREEN – MAIN MENU OPERATIONS
- ON SCREEN – RADIO OPERATION
- ON SCREEN – BLUETOOTH OPERATION
- ON SCREEN – AUTOLINK OPERATION
- ON SCREEN – APPLE CARPLAY OPERATION
- ON SCREEN – USB CARD INPUT OPERATION
- ON SCREEN-SETTING OPERATION
- System Settings
- Display Settings
- Audio & EQ Settings
- Rear camera settings
- ON SCREEN-AUXILIARY INPUT OPERATION
- ON SCREEN-FRONT CAMERA INPUT OPERATION
- SPECIFICATIONS
- SIMPLE TROUBLE SHOOTING Problems, Causes & Solutions
- WARRANTY
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
7″ DOUBLE DIN MULTIMEDIA RECEIVER WITH APPLE
CARPLAY & MIRROR LINK FOR ANDROID BLUETOOTH/AUX/USB/AM/FM/RDS
DDX7CP 7 Inch Touchscreen Mech Less Double Din Head Unit with Bluetooth
IMPORTANT NOTICE & PRECAUTIONS
Thank you for purchasing DS18’s multimedia player!
To operate this unit correctly, please read the operation manual carefully
before use. Keep this operation manual handy for further reference.
This unit is designed for DC 12V negative ground operation system. Make sure
your vehicle is connected to DC 12V negative ground electrical systems. Be
sure to connect the speaker (-) leads to the speaker (-) terminal. NEVER
connect the left and right channel speaker wires together or to the vehicle’s
body.
The normal temperature for operation is between -20 and 60 degree Celsius. Do
not work in extreme high or low temperature and block vents or radiator panels
of the unit, blocking them will cause heat to build up inside the unit and
may cause damage or fire.
This unit can Play multimedia files: MP3, WMA, AVI, MP4, JPEG, BPM
WARNING
To ensure the safety of your car and those around you, please be sure to
follow these basic
requirements. Please read all instructions carefully before using this
receiver.
- To avoid violation of traffic regulations, do not watch any multimedia content on the receiver while driving.
- To avoid short circuiting, do not let the unit come into contact with water or be penetrated by any metallic objects.
- IF your receiver does not work properly, please call a professional repair station for maintenance.
- Do not use your receiver with the engine off for extended periods of time. Doing so will cause your cars battery power to be depleted.
- Do not insert objects into the ventilation slots or any other outlet of the device.
- Do not allow sharp objects to come into contact with the receiver’s screen.
FEATURES
GENERAL:
- Multimedia Mech-less Receiver
- Double DIN in Dash (Perfect Fit) Mounting
- AM/FM Radio with 30 Memory Stations and RDS
- USB Reader up to 64GB
- Media Files Supported: RMVB, MPG4, DivX, AVI, MP3, WMA, JPEG.
DISPLAY:
- 7” TFT Display with WSVGA (1024X600) Resolution
- Capacitive Touch Screen
- Support 1080P Video Display
- Dynamic Multi-Color LED Backlight
AUDIO:
- 40W x 4 Max Power Output
- 10 Bands Graphic Equalizer
- Volume/Bass/Treble/Balance/Fader Control
- Front/Rear/Sub-W Hi-Volt RCA Pre-Output
CONNECTIVITY:
- Apple CarPlay
- Mirror-Link for Android Phones
- App Remote to Control your Receiver with your Smartphone
- Long Distance 5.1v Bluetooth Audio Streaming and Hands Free for Cell Phones
- Wired Remote Input for Steering Wheel Control Interface
- USB Port in Front with 1.5 Amp Charger
- Front Audio Jack Input
- Video and Audio Input (RCA)
- Dual Video Output
- Rear and Front Camera Input
- Support for HD 720p Cameras
- External Mic and USB extension cord is included
INSTALLATION
- Installation varies on type of cars and supplied parts
- Store small articles in places not accessible to children
- Install only with the supplied screws
- Installation of unit by professional technician is strongly recommended
ATTENTION
Installation of mobile audio components require experience with a variety of
mechanical and electrical procedures. Although this manual provides general
installation and operation instructions, it does not show the exact
installation methods for your vehicle. If you do not have the required
knowledge and experience to successfully complete the installation, consult
an authorized dealer about professional installation service.
WIRING CONNECTIONS
- BACK OF MAIN UNIT
REMARKS
Mounting brackets and screws should be made available by your vehicle and are
not provided with this unit.
Due to the laws and regulations of certain countries, video playback is not
allowed when the vehicle is in motion. To allow video playback while in
motion, the brown (brake) wire should be connected to the ground location
(b-) of the car battery.
WE LIKE IT LOUD
| Portion | Colour | Connection |
|---|
Connecting Socket
Toma de conexiOn| Power
Poder| Red| Ignition switch (B+)
Black(Thick)| Ground (B-)
Yellow| Memory back up (B+)
White| Front Left speakers (+)
White/Black| Front Left speakers (-)
Grey| Front Right speakers (+)
Grey/Black| Front Right speakers (-)
Green| Rear Left speakers (+)
Green/Black| Rear Left speakers (-)
Purple| Rear Right speakers (+)
Purple/Black| Rear Right speakers (-)
Blue| Auto Antenna (B+)
Pink| Reverse Lamp (B+)
Pink/Black| Front Camera output (B+)
Black (3.5mm Connector)| Streering Wheel control (Ground)
Orange| Illumination detection input (B+)
Brown| Hand Brake detection (B-)
| Blue/White| Remote Out (B+)
USB| | USB wire Extension
MIC| | External MIC input
ANT| | Radio Antenna
Audio Output RCA
Salida de audio RCA| SW| Green| Sub-Woofer Pre-Output
RL| White| Rear Left Pre-Output
RR| Red| Rear Right Pre-Output
FL| White| Front Left Pre-Output
FR| Red| Front Right Pre-Output
Audio Input RCA Salida de audio RCA| L-In| White| Auxiliary Left audio input
R-In| Red| Auxiliary Right audio input
Video Output RCA Salida de video RCA| V1&V2| Yellow| Video Output
Video Input RCA Entrada de video RCA| R-CAM| Yellow| Reverse Camera input
| V-In| Yellow| Video Input
F-CAM| Yellow| Front Camera input
MAIN UNIT OPERATIONS
| NO. | function | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | RST | Press with a pointed object (such as a ball point) to reset the unit |
to its initial setting by the factory
(default stage).
2| MIC| For voice reception under Bluetooth operation.
3| IR| Remote control sensor for signal reception from remote handset.
4| +| Increase the volume level.
5| –| Decrement the volume level.
6| | Long press to power the unit on or off; while the unit is on, press to
mute or un-mute
7| | Press to return to the Main Menu
8| | When Apple CarPlay available,hold Siri button to start the voice control
function.
9| USB
(Type-C)| “Connect your iPhone for Apple CarPlay.”
“Connect your Android Phone for Autolink.”
10| TFT SCREEN| It shows the status of operation on the unit. This screen is
also a touch-screen display – tap the screen
softly for different operations of unit (refer to other parts of this manual
for operation details).
NOTE:
Symbols on the table above may vary from those on the main unit. Refer to the
main unit for exact functions and features that apply. It is highly
recommended that this unit is operated using the touch screen control.
REMOTE HANDSET GENERAL OPERATIONS
| NO. | function | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sound mute control. | |
| 2 | VOL+/VOL – | Adjust sound output level. |
| 3 | SRC | Press repeatedly to select the desired mode for operation. |
| 4 | Press to turn on the unit or turn off the unit. | |
| 5 | / | Radio Mode |
Press to tune the radio frequency upward or downward and stop for broadcasting
when a station’s signal is received.
USB / Bluetooth Mode
Press to shift track upward or downward for playback.
6| | Press to pause, resume or start playback.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Refer to the back of remote handset for details on how to replace the battery.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type of battery.
BATTERY DISPOSAL
Pay special attention to where you choose to dispose of your dead batteries.
Batteries should not be exposed to excessive amounts of heat through sunshine,
fire, or any similar circumstances. If batteries are disposed of or placed
incorrectly you put others and yourself at risk of explosion.
REMARKS
Depending on the connected device or format of playback media files, certain
features may not be available during operation
ON SCREEN – MAIN MENU OPERATIONS
| NO. | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|
| 1 | Touch to start mobile phone mirror linking operation (when the mobile phone |
connected to the front USB port).
2| Touch to start radio operation (when the radio antenna connected).
3| Touch to start Bluetooth operation (when mobile phone connected).
4| Touch to start USB input operation (when an USB device inserted).
5| Touch to activate SYSTEM SETUP MENU on screen to have various setup of the
unit.
6| Apple CarPlay: Touch to start Apple CarPlay operation (when the iphone
connected to the front USB port).
7| Bluetooth Music: Touch to start Bluetooth audio playback operation.
8| Touch to start viewing front camera (when connected to front camera and
pink/black wire).
9| Touch to start auxiliary input operation (when an auxiliary device
inserted).
ON SCREEN – RADIO OPERATION
At MAIN MENU touch to shift to radio mode
| NO. | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|
| 1 | Touch to select Band,FM1,FM2,FM3,AM1,AM2. |
| 2 | Touch to enter EQ settings. |
| 3 | Short touch to prescan searching, each scanned station will be played 10s. |
Long touch for auto searching.
4| Touch to switch LOCAL or DX.
5| Touch to input the desired frequency
6| Preset station, 6 preset store and recall station for each band.
7| Short touch to Seek-, long touch for Step-.
8| Short touch to Seek+, long touch for Step+.
ON SCREEN – BLUETOOTH OPERATION
At MAIN MENU touch to shift to Bluetooth mode
LINK UP WITH MOBILE PHONE
To connect your phone to this unit via Bluetooth, follow these steps:
- Make sure your phone can be discovered by other Bluetooth devices
- Search for a new device
- After searching, find this unit (DDX7CP), and confirm the connection
- Your phone will ask for a pairing code (the default code is either ‘0000’ or ‘8888’) in order to complete the connection
- The other connected bluetooth devices should appear on the screen indicating that the connection was successful
| NO. | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|
| 1 | Show the usable devices. |
| 2 | Search the available devices. |
| 3 | Manage the connected device. |
| 4 | Bluetooth Setup, tap to set auto answer and load phonebook. |
| 5 | Dial Pad. Tap it to enter call mode. |
| 6 | Call logs, to show the call record, missed, received and dialed calls. |
| 7 | Tap to show the phone book connected phone. |
At MAIN MENU, touch to shift to Bluetooth music mode.
| NO. | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|
| 1 | Press to skip previous/ next track. |
| 2 | Play or pause button. |
| 3 | Press to select Repeat All > Repeat 1 > Repeat Directory |
| 4 | Press to switch Random is On or Off. |
| 5 | Press to select Audio setting or set the prefer EQ of each band in custom |
mode.
ON SCREEN – AUTOLINK OPERATION
At MAIN MENU, touch to shift to AutoLink mode.
- The Auto Link function is used for android phones.
- The cable should be used to connect the android phone to the front USB slot of the head unit.
- When the android phone is connected at the first time, scan the QR code, follow the instruction of the connected phone and download “Autolink” application from Google play store.
- Open “Autolink” application after download, mirror linking appeared on screen and android phone, operation can be started and controlled by touching screen of the unit.
ON SCREEN – APPLE CARPLAY OPERATION
At MAIN MENU, touch to shift to Apple CarPlay mode
- The CarPlay function is used for iPhones.
- The cable should be used to connect the iPhone to the front USB slot of the head unit.
- When the iPhone is connected with the head unit, then will show below picture. You can make calls,play music, view maps, listen to podcasts, ets.
- In the Apple Carplay mode, you can talk to siri to control the CarPlay functions.
- Press on the head unit or your iPhone siri button to start the Siri function, Now you can talk to Siri for any command you want.
Note: For Siri function in the source unit, the Microphone has to be connected.
ON SCREEN – USB CARD INPUT OPERATION
At MAIN MENU touch to shift to multi-media playback
| NO. | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|
| 1 | Press to list Audio, Video, Picture files in USB. |
| 2 | Short press to skip previous/next track. Long press to fast reverse/foward. |
| 3 | Play or pause button. |
| 4 | Press to select Repeat All >Repeat 1>Repeat Directory |
| 5 | Press to switch Random is ON or OFF. |
| 6 | Touch to select the second page of the keypad. |
| NO. | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|
| 7 | Press to select Audio setting or set the prefer EQ of each band in custom |
mode.
8| Touch to input the track number directly
9| Touch to select the first page of the keypad.
10| Press to rotate the picture.
| NO. | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|
| 11 | Return to playing previous file. |
| 12 | Select Audio or Music files. |
| 13 | Select Movie or Video files. |
| 14 | Select Picture files. |
Press to Zoom Out the picture.
Press to Zoom In the picture.
Playback will start automatically. Depends on the input device and playback media, touch on screen (at music playback, touch repetedly on screen) to show various playback menus for operation.
ON SCREEN-SETTING OPERATION
At MAIN MENU, touch to shift to various setup selection of the unit.
| NO. | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|
| 1 | Touch to shift to System SETUP MENU for various system setting. |
| 2 | Touch to shift to Display SETUP MENU for various system setting. |
| 3 | Touch to shift to Audio and EQ SETUP MENU for various system setting. |
| 4 | Touch to shift to Bluetooth SETUP MENU for various system setting. |
| 5 | Touch to shift to Rear Camera SETUP MENU for various system setting. |
System Settings
| NO. | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|
| 6 | Touch to shift to language setup menu for various language setting. |
| 7 | Touch to shift to Time setup menu for calendar & clock setting. |
| 8 | Touch to Key Beep turn on / off. |
| 9 | Touch to SWC study setting. |
| 10 | Touch to select radio area,and turn on/off RDS. |
| 11 | Touch to reset to factory settings. |
| 12 | Touch to review the version information and to do upgrade. |
Display Settings
| NO. | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|
| 13 | Touch to turn on/off lighting detect. |
| 14 | Touch (-) or (+) to adjust the illumination level at daytime. |
| 15 | Touch (-) or (+) to adjust the illumination level at night. |
| 16 | Touch to select the LED light color. |
Audio & EQ Settings
| NO. | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|
| 18 | Touch to adjust the balance/fader settings. |
| 19 | Subwoofer output ON/OFF. |
| 20 | Touch (-) or (+) to adjust the subwoofer cut off frequency. |
| 21 | Touch (-) or (+) to adjust the subwoofer output frequency. |
| 22 | Touch to adjust the EQ settings. |
| 23 | Loud ON/OFF. |
Rear camera settings
| NO. | OPERATIONS & CONTROLS |
|---|---|
| 18 | Touch to select normal or reverse. |
| 19 | Turn on/off. |
| 20 | The Parking Assist Guide can be adjusted from here |
ON SCREEN-AUXILIARY INPUT OPERATION
Warning: Do not watch video while driving!
At MAIN MENU touch
ON SCREEN-FRONT CAMERA INPUT OPERATION
At MAIN MENU touch
To shift to front camera viewing (provided front camera and the pink/black wires connected). At front camera viewing mode, touch any portion of screen to activate FRONT CAMERA INPUT MENU for operation.
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL:
Rated power source:
Maximum Current Consumption:
Dimensions (W x H x D):| 14.4V DC (10.8V to 15V operation)
15 Amp
Chassis: 178mm x 100mm x 135mm
Bezel frame: 170mm x 96mm x 4mm
Weight: 1.86 Lb / 844 Grams
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DISPLAY:
Screen Size / Aspect Ratio:
Pixels:
Display Type:
Temperature Operation:| 6.9 inch / Wide 16:9
1024 x 600
TFT / WSVGA / Capacitive Touch Screen
-20°C to +60°C (14°F to 140°F)
AUDIO:
Maximum Power Output:
Continuous Power Output:
Pre-output Level:
Equalizer:
Gain:
Audio Control:
| 40W X 4 Ch / 4 ohm
15W x 4 Ch / 4 ohm
4.5 Volts (Front, Rear, Subwoofer)
10 bands (32Hz, 63Hz, 125Hz, 250Hz, 500Hz,
1KHz, 2KHz, 4KHz, 8Khz, 16Khz)
+/- 6dB
Volume / Balance / Fader /Loudness
TUNER:
Frequency Range:
Presets Memory:
Región:
Sensitivity Adjustment:
RDS:| FM: 87.5 ~ 107.9 KHz
AM: 530 ~ 1710 KHz
30 Stations (18 FM/12 AM)
Selectable (USA, Latin, Japan, Asia,
Europe, OIRT, Australia, Mid-East)
LOC (On/Off) / ST (On/Off)
Yes, (Radio Data System)
USB PLAYER:
Type / Class:
Format Files Supported:
Resolution Supported:
Memory Size Reader:
Max Current Supply:
Number of USB Ports:| V1.1 / V2.0 / MSC / MTP / FAT16 / FAT32 / NTFS
RMVB, MPG4, AVI, MP3, WMA, JPEG, DivX
1080P Video
up to 64 Gb
1.5 Amp (USB)
2 (1 x Front (Type-C), 1 x Rear)
CONNECTIVITY:
Bluetooth Version / Services:
Camera Input:
Video Output:
A/V Aux Input:
Microphone:
Remote Control:| V5.1 / Audio Streaming / Hands Free calls
RCA Analog Video up to HD 720p (Front/Rear)
Dual RCA (1 Volt/75 ohm)
Rear RCA Audio and Video / Front 3.5mm Jack
Stereo Audio
3.5mm Jack external MIC Input
Frontal IR Receptor / Wired (3.5mm jack) Input
SIMPLE TROUBLE SHOOTING Problems, Causes & Solutions
No power
– Check and make sure the connecting wires are connected correctly
– Check whether the fuse is blown. Replace with the proper value fuse if
necessary.
No sound
– Check and make sure the speaker wires are connected correctly.
No picture
– Check whether the video wire is connected to the video device.
Unit hang -up
– Press the RESET button to reset the unit to its default stage.
No function when pressing the buttons or TFT screen
– Press the RESET button to reset the unit to its default stage.
Poor effect or unable to receive radio
– Check whether the radio antenna is inserted or properly connected.
– Antenna may not be the proper length. Make sure the antenna is fully
extended.
– Antenna may be poorly grounded. Check and make sure the antenna is properly
grounded.
Stereo cannot be received under radio mode
– Tune the radio frequency accurately.
– The broadcasting signal is too weak, set the mode to MONO.
Remote handset does not work
– Replace new battery of the remote handset.
– Point the remote handset directly at the remote sensor of the main unit.
– Clean the surface of the remote sensor.
Bluetooth not operated
– check the devices are linked up correctly.
WARRANTY
Please visit our website DS18.com for moreinformation on our warranty policy.
We reserve the right to change products and specifications at any time without
notice. Images may or may not include optional equipment.
WARNING:
Cancer and Reproductive Harm.
www.P65Warning.ca.gov
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
class B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These equipment
generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
interference to radio of television reception,which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and then on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following.
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