AWMC3 MTX Audio Thunder Sports Owner’s Manual

: June 17, 2024
: MTX Audio

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT NOTICE
PRODUCT INFORMATION
IN THE BOX
INTRODUCTION
FEATURES
WIRE CONNECTION
POWER AND SPEAKER CONNECTION
INSTALLATION
CONTROLS
GENERAL OPERATIONS
RADIO FUNCTIONS
BLUETOOTH® AUDIO STREAMING
SPECIFICATIONS
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**AWMC3 MTX Audio Thunder Sports Owner’s Manual

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

If you have any questions regarding wire routing in a vehicle, please contact MTX Technical Support at 1-800-225-5689.

When connecting power and ground wires ensure that the red power wire is fused at the point where it is connected to the vehicle’s battery. Failure to do so can result in damage to the vehicle if a short circuit develops between the vehicle connection point and the product.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Model #
Serial #
Dealer’s Name
Date of Purchase

IN THE BOX

All-Weather Media Controller
Mounting Plate
U-Shape Mounting Bracket
(4) M3.5 x 30MM Machine Screws
(4) M4 Hex Nuts

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this MTX Audio all-weather media controller that is designed to work with most Bluetooth® enabled devices including iPhone® and Android® smartphones and tablets. This easy to install and use head unit is capable of transforming your Bluetooth® enabled mobile device into the center of your vehicle’s audio system. Congratulations and enjoy the ultimate audio experience with MTX!

FEATURES

3″ Full Color TFT Display
SiriusXM-Ready™ (SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and Subscription Sold Separately)
AM / FM / WB Tuner
Bluetooth® Audio Streaming
Internal 4 x 50 Watt Power Amplifier
AUX Input
USB Charging
- iPhone® – Unit Will Charge and Play Music Through USB*
- Android® – Unit Will Charge, but Will Not Play Music Through USB
- Unit Will Play Music and Display Album Artwork Using a USB Memory Stick (.mp3)
Weather Resistant (IP66)
Selectable EQ
2 Sets of Precuts (Front / Rear)
Backlit Control Buttons

WIRE CONNECTION

POWER AND SPEAKER CONNECTION

D SPEAKER CONNECTION

Pin #	Wire Color	Wire Definition
111261	White / Black

INSTALLATION

Mounting (Using Mounting Plate)
To mount the unit, find a flat surface with adequate clearance behind it that provides enough room for the unit and all it’s necessary wiring

Once a mounting location has been determined, cut a circular hole 3″ (77mm) in diameter.
After the hole is cut, slide the unit and wiring through the hole. A piece of self adhesive EVA foam is supplied in order to create a water resistant seal. This may be placed on the back side of the unit if desired.
Slide the mounting plate over the backside of the unit and secure with the supplied screws.
Press on the trim bezel to the front side of the unit.
Plug in all wiring harnesses and cables. Refer to the wiring diagram for wire harness connection types.

Mounting (Using U Shape Bracket)
To mount the unit, find a flat surface with adequate clearance behind it that provides enough room for
the unit and all it’s necessary wiring.

Once a mounting location has been determined, cut a circular hole 3″ (77mm) in diameter.
After the hole is cut, slide the unit and wiring through the hole. A piece of self adhesive EVA foam is supplied in order to create a water resistant seal. This may be placed on the back side of the unit if desired.
Slide the U bracket over the two studs on the back of the unit. Tighten down with supplied nuts.
Press on the trim bezel to the front side of the unit.
Plug in all wiring harnesses and cables. Refer to the wiring diagram for wire harness connection types.

Mounting (Using Optional Vehicle Specific Dash Mount Kit – Sold Separately)
The unit will be mounted to each vehicle differently. Make sure to following the vehicle specific directions that were included with the dash kit.

Slide the two included speed clips onto the rear of the dash kit.
The dash kit may include additional space to mount rocker panel switches for accessories. On the rear of the dash kit, grooves will be provided to give proper location and size for mounting additional switches.
Before mounting the source unit to the dash kit, make sure that the trim bezel that is included with the source unit is NOT attached. If it is attached, it will need to be removed. It will NOT be used.
Attach the source unit to the rear of the dash kit using the included nuts.

CONTROLS

Power Button ()- This push button (On/Off) supplies power to the head unit.
Volume/Function Control Knob – Rotate knob to set values and control volume. Press and hold knob for 3 seconds to access EQ menu and confirm function values.
Source Button – This push button switches between audio sources. Use the Function Control Knob (2) to change and confirm selections.
Mute Button – This push button mutes the audio.
Menu Button – This push button accesses the Radio / Bluetooth® / Sirius XM settings. Hold the Menu button to access the General settings. Tap the Menu button while in a menu to exit the current menu.
Previous / Next Buttons (/)-These push buttons switch between the previous and next tracks and radio stations.
Play/Pause Button (1) This push button will play and pause the audio. While in FM/AM/ Sirius XM mode, the push button will access the FM1 / FM2/FM3/AM1/AM2/SXM1/ SXM2/SXM3 bands.
LCD Display

GENERAL OPERATIONS

Switching On and Off
Press Power Button ( ) to turn the device On. Hold Power Button ( ) to turn the device Off.

Operating Mode
Press Source Button to switch between radio reception (AM / FM / WB / SXM), audio input (AUX), USB and Bluetooth® audio streaming (BT MUSIC). Rotate the VOL knob to change selections and press VOL knob to enter operating mode.

Volume
Rotate VOL knob to set the volume.

Sound Settings
Hold VOL knob for 3 seconds to enter EQ.
EQ options

Rotate VOL knob to select a between a variety of preset modes (Custom, Classic, Jazz, Rock, Pop, Optimal). In Custom mode, press the VOL knob to select the frequency band (it will be highlighted). Rotate the knob to adjust the level, to the desired amount. Too much boost will cause distortion.
Press Menu Button to confirm.

Mute
Press the Mute Button to mute the audio output. Press the mute button again to unmute the audio

General Setting

Hold Menu Button for 2 seconds to access the General Settings.
Rotate VOL knob to the option to be selected. Press the VOL knob to enter.
1. Clock Mode – Rotate VOL knob to switch between 12H and 24H. Press VOL knob to confirm.
2. Clock Adjust – Hours and Minutes can be selected by rotating the VOL knob. Pressing the VOL knob will select the HR or MIN and the value can then be changed by rotating the knob. Pressing the knob will confirm the setting. Press the Menu Button to exit from clock settings.
3. Back Light – Rotate VOL knob to Back Light. Press VOL knob to enter. Rotate VOL knob right to switch between Low / Mid / High / Auto lighting.
4. Fade and Balance – Rotate VOL knob to Fade or Balance and press to confirm. Rotate VOL knob to adjust. Pressing the VOL knob a second time confirms setting and switches to the other setting (fade/balance). Rotating the knob adjusts the second setting. Press the Menu Button to exit.
5. EQ – Press VOL knob. Rotate VOL knob to EQ Setup. Press VOL knob to enter. Rotate VOL knob to select a variety of preset modes. Press VOL knob to confirm. Press the Menu Button to exit the EQ setup.
6. Version – Rotate VOL knob to Version. Press VOL knob to view the current DVD Version and MCU Version.
7. Factory Reset – Rotate VOL knob to Factory Reset. Press VOL knob to select. Rotate to YES or NO. Press VOL knob on YES to reset to factory default.
Press the Menu Button to exit General Menu.

RADIO FUNCTIONS

Selecting Radio Band

Press Source Button and rotate VOL knob.
Press VOL knob to select radio band.
Select FM or AM band

Automatic or Manual Search Frequencies

Press and hold the Previous / Next Buttons ( / ) to start automatic station search. The search stops when a station is found.
Press the Previous / Next Buttons ( / ) briefly to change the frequency until the desired frequency is set

Storing Frequencies (6 Presets per FM/AM Band)

Press Menu Button to enter FM Settings. Rotate VOL knob to select Save Presets. Press the VOL knob to confirm. A list of presets will be shown. Rotate VOL knob to the desired preset. Press the VOL knob to enter the preset.

Note : Press Play / Pause Button ( ) to select FM1 / FM2 / FM3 or AM1 / AM2
Storing Frequencies

Recalling Frequencies

Press Menu Button to enter FM Settings. Rotate VOL knob to select Presets.
Press the VOL knob. A list of presets will be displayed.
Rotate the VOL knob to the desired preset. Press the VOL knob to switch to the selected preset.
FM Band – Press Menu Button, and rotate to FM band. Press VOL knob to select. FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM1, AM2 will be displayed. Rotate the VOL knob to the desired selection and press the VOL knob to select.
Auto Store – Press Menu Button and rotate to Auto Store. Press VOL knob to select. The radio will scan and save the 6 strongest stations into the preset memory.
Stereo – Press Menu Button and rotate to Stereo. Press VOL knob to select. On / Off will be displayed to turn stereo tuning ON or OFF.

RADIO FUNCTIONS
Local

Press Menu Button to enter FM Settings.
Press VOL knob and rotate to select Local.
Press VOL knob and rotate to select Local ON / OFF.

Note : Only stations with good reception quality will be played under the Local setting.

Select USA / Europe Area Frequencies

Press Menu Button to enter FM Settings.
Press VOL knob and rotate to select Radio Region.
Press VOL knob and rotate to select USA / Europe Frequencies.

SiriusXM® OPERATION
Only Sirius® brings you more of what you love to listen to, all in one place. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedtertainment. Welcome to the world of satellite radio. A Sirius® Vehicle Tuner andubscription are required. For more information, visit www.siriusxm.com

After installing your Sirius® Connect Vehicle Tuner and antenna, power on your AWMC3 and select Sirius® mode. You should be able to hear the Sirius® preview channel on Channel 1. If you cannot hear the preview channel, please check the installation instructions to make sure your Sirius® Connect tuner is properly installed.

After you can hear the preview channel, tune to Channel 0 to find the Radio ID of your tuner. In
addition, the Radio ID is located on the bottom of the Sirius XM® Connect Vehicle Tuner and its
packaging. You will need this number to activate your subscription. Write the number down for
reference

Note : the Sirius® Radio ID does not include the letters I, O, S or F.

In the USA, you can activate online or by calling Sirius XM® Listener care:

Visit www.siriusxm.com/activatenow
Call Sirius XM® Listener Care at 1-866-635-2349

For Canadian Subscriptions, please contact:

Visit www.siriusxm.ca/activatexm
Call XM customer Care at 1-877-438-9677

Selecting Sirius XM

Press the Source Button and rotate VOL knob.
Press VOL knob to select SXM mode.

Note : If there is no Sirius® Tuner connected this mode will be skipped. Please connect your
Sirius® Tuner to the Sirius® port located at the back of the unit.

Manual Channel Selection
Press the Previous / Next Buttons ( / ) briefly to change the channel until the desired channel
is set.

Rapid Channel Browsing
Press and hold the Previous / Next Buttons ( / ) buttons to enter Rapid Channel Browsing
mode. When the button is released, the LCD will show the information of the last channel. The current channel will automatically play after 3 seconds.

Direct Tuning
Hold the Play / Pause Button ( ) for 3 seconds. Rotate the VOL knob to enter each station digit.
After all 3 digits are input, the radio will directly tune to the desired station.

Category List
To access the Category Selection mode, press the Menu Button to enter SXM Settings. Select
Category List. Rotate the VOL knob to select a desired category

Band of Presets Selection
In Sirius mode, short press the Play / Pause Button ( ) to change the band of presets. The current band of presets will change in the following order: SXM1 – SXM2 – SXM3. Each band can hold up to six preset channels, for a total of eighteen preset channels

User Reset
In Sirius XM mode, press the Menu Button and rotate the VOL knob to scroll down to SXM FACTORY DEFAULT. Press the VOL knob to confirm in the SXM Setup menu. This will restore the product to the factory default condition. This includes, but is not limited to Last Channel Tuned, Restore Presets/ Favorites to Factory Settings, etc. This will not affect any of the other AWMC3 settings, only the Sirius XM® settings and presets.

Add Preset Channel
In Sirius XM mode, press the Menu Button to enter SXM Setup menu. Rotate the VOL knob to SAVE PRESETS and press the knob to confirm. Six preset channels per band can be stored in the Preset Menu, for a total of eighteen preset channels. Rotate the VOL knob to select the desired stored preset number (1-6) and press the knob to confirm. The SXM main interface will return and display 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 on the screen

Recall Preset Channel
In Sirius XM mode, the preset channels can be stored. Press the Menu Button to enter SXM Settings menu. Rotate the VOL knob to PRESETS and press the knob to recall the channel.

Parental Control
Sirius XM® channels can be locked, and will need a pass code to access. The default code is “5220”.
If the pass code is forgotten, simply run the SXM Factory Default to reset the pass code. GUIDE ON HOW TO ENTER THE CODE USING THE VOLUME BUTTON:
When the first character is flashing, turn the rotary knob to select number 5 and press to enter. When the second character flashes, use the same operation to select the rest of the characters “2”,”2”,”0”. Press the rotary knob to confirm.

Temporary Unlock
A locked channel can be temporarily unlocked by entering the lock code. When tuning to a locked channel, a prompt will appear giving the option to enter the lock code. Entering the lock code will unlock all locked channels until the head unit is powered off. Once powered back on, all locked channels will return to their previous locked state.

To Change the Code
A custom lock code can be created by accessing Manage Lock Code in the SXM Settings menu.
Pressing the VOL knob will start this process. The current code will be requested to allow a new code to be created that will lock or unlock channels.

Troubleshooting

Advisory Name	Recommended Description
Check Antenna	The radio has detected a fault with the Sirius XM® antenna. The

antenna cable may be either disconnected or damaged. Verify that the antenna cable is connected to the Sirius XM® Connect Vehicle Tuner. Inspect the antenna cable for damage and kinks. Replace the antenna if the cable is damaged. Sirius XM® products are available at your local car audio retailer or online at www.shop.siriusxm.com.
Check Tuner| The radio is having difficulty communicating with the Sirius XM® Connect Vehicle Tuner. The tuner may be disconnected or damaged. Verify that the Sirius® Connect Vehicle Tuner cable is securely connected to the radio.
No Signal| The Sirius® Connect Vehicle Tuner is having difficulty receiving the Sirius® satellite signal. Verify that your vehicle is outdoors with a clear view of the sky. Verify that the Sirius® magnetic mount antenna is mounted on a metal surface on the outside of the vehicle. **** Move the Sirius® antenna away from any obstructions. Inspect the antenna cable for damage and kinks. Consult the Sirius XM® Connect Vehicle tuner installation manual for more information on antenna installation. Replace the antenna if the cable is damaged. Sirius XM® products are available at your local car audio retailer or online at www.shop.siriusxm.com.
Subscription Updated| The radio has detected a change in your Sirius XM® subscription status. Press any button to clear the message.
In the U.S.A., visit www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349 if you have questions about your subscription. In Canada, visit www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 if you have questions about your subscription.
Channel Unavailable| The channel that you have requested is not a valid Sirius XM® channel or the channel that you were listening to is no longer available. You may also see this message briefly when first connecting a new Sirius XM® Connect Vehicle tuner.
Visit www.siriusxm.com for more information about the Sirius XM channel lineup.
Channel Unsubscribed| The channel that you have requested is not included in your Sirius XM® subscription package or the channel that you were listening to is no longer included in your Sirius XM® subscription package.
In the U.S.A., visit www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349 if you have questions about your subscription package or would like to subscribe to this channel. In Canada, visit www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677.
Channel Locked| The channel that you have requested is Locked by the radio Parental Control feature. See the section on Parental Control, page 11 for more information on the Parental Control feature and how to access locked channels.
No Content| Tunes can is not available. Perform the operation with another preset channel.

BLUETOOTH® AUDIO STREAMING

This unit supports Bluetooth® for wireless music streaming from Bluetooth® enabled devices
including most iPhone® and Android® smartphones and tablets

Turn on the Bluetooth® feature of the mobile device. Scan for available Bluetooth® devices within range. Select “MTX-MC3” . (Please refer to the mobile device’s instruction manual for Bluetooth® Pairing).
After successfully pairing, connect the mobile device to the AWMC3 via Bluetooth®. A
Bluetooth® logo will appear on the phone menu screen and show “CONNECT” “BT MUSIC” on the device LCD display.
If the mobile device is “A2DP” format compatible, music playback can be controlled with the mobile device.

Play / Pause
Press Play / Pause Button ( ) to play music. Press Play / Pause Button ( ) to pause, and press
again to continue playback.

Skip Track
Press the Previous / Next Buttons ( / ) to play the previous / next song stored in mobile device.

Apple® Control
If an approved Apple® device, iPhone® 5S and up, is connected through Bluetooth®, the Menu Button will allow selection of the music / artist / playlists on the phone. Rotating the VOL knob will adjust the highlighted selection. pressing the VOL knob will confirm the selection.

USB Mode
When a USB memory stick or approved Apple® device is connected through USB, it will automatically change source and start playing the audio on the device. Pressing the Menu Button will allow control of the file browser on the USB memory stick or approved Apple® device. When using a USB memory stick, press the Menu Button a second time to access a full directory. Album art will display if included in the file. Repeat and Shuffle functions are also selectable by pressing the Menu Button.

SPECIFICATIONS

Tuner FM
Frequency Range 87.5 – 107.9 MHz (America) 87.5 – 108 MHz (Europe)
Channel Step 200 kHz (America) 50 kHz (Europe)
Sensitivity 2.8 μV
Stereo Separation 30dB
Signal to Noise Ratio 50dB

Tuner AM
Frequency Range 530 – 1710 KHz (America) 522 – 1620 KHz (Europe)
Usable Sensitivity 32dB

Tuner WB
Frequency Range 162.4 – 162.55 MHz

Line-Out
Output 2V
Impedance 10k Ohm

General
Power Supply 12V DC (10.8-15.6V allowable)
Speaker Impedance 2 – 8 ohm
Output Power 50W x 4CH
Fuse 20A

Note : Specification and the design are subject to possible modification without notice due to
improvements.

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 limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with tractions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications However, this is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the one to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by MiTek Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. 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

© 2017 Mitek Corporation. All rights reserved. MTX is a trademark of Mitek Corporation. Designed and Engineered in the U.S.A. Apple and iPhone are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio, Inc. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. All rights reserved. All other trademarks cited herein are the property of their respective owners.

Due to continual product development, all specifications are subject to change without notice.

MTX Audio, 4545 East Baseline Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85042 U.S.A. 1-800-225-5689

MTX005460 RevF 7/17 • 21A10617 • AW0015490