MEMPHIS SMC3 Multi-Zone Media Center User Manual

June 3, 2024
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MEMPHIS SMC3 Multi-Zone Media Center

READY TO TURN IT UP? READ THIS FIRST!
Memphis Audio built a 50+ year legacy in the audio industry engineering the highest quality products to produce the best possible listening experience for our fans and loyal supporters. To fully appreciate our products we recommend taking the time to read and follow the instructions in this manual. As always, we recommend all installation and service to be performed by an authorized Memphis Audio dealer.
For optimal performance, Memphis recommends using only Memphis Connection accessories. Outfitting your system with properly sized Memphis Connection wire and accessories will dramatically boost your listening experience and increase the durability of your Memphis Audio products.

FEATURES

  • Multi-zone with independent sub control
  • 4 pair RCA pre-outputs – Front/Rear/Sub/Zone 2
  • 5V Preout
  • 3” TFT wet bonded color LCD display
  • Video Input
  • Built in 4 x 50W amplifier
  • EEPROM memory
  • IP66 waterproof design
  • 18 FM Presets/ 12 AM Presets
  • Auto dimmer w/ day/night mode
  • Optional wired remote – MXA1MCR
  • AM/FM, USB, Bluetooth and AUX inputs

WARNING
For your safety, always inspect the mounting location carefully to ensure you are not drilling into any electrical, hydraulic, fuel or fluid lines. Always check your speaker load with a multi-meter before connecting the amplifier. Connecting any speaker load lower than the rated impedance of the amplifier will result in damage to the amplifier. Damage of this nature is NOT covered under warranty. Please pay close attention to what connections are made to the amplifier.
If you are uncertain or uncomfortable proceeding with your installation, please contact your local Authorized Memphis Audio Dealer

MOUNTING & INSTALLATION

  • Choose a mounting location that will not interfere with normal operation of the vehicle. Be certain the unit does not interfere with the driver’s ability to safely operation the vehicle.
  • Be certain the installation location will not cause any safety issues for drivers or passengers. Make sure there is adequate room for both the driver and passenger to avoid contacting the unit if the vehicle were to come to an abrupt stop.
  • Avoid installing the unit where it will be subject to high temperatures such as direct sunlight, hot air from the heater, or anywhere subject to excessive dust, dirt, water or vibration.
  • Check the installation location for any electric, fuel, hydraulic or any other potentially dangerous items.
  • Before installing the unit, connect the wiring temporarily and make certain the system works properly. If the system does not work, check the connections again. Do not begin the installation process if the unit does not function properly.
  • Do not begin drilling your vehicle unless the unit is working properly and the mounting location is safe.
  • Disconnect unit prior to installation and move unit away from installation area to avoid accidental damage.
  • Use only the parts included with this unit to complete the installation. The use of unauthorized parts can cause malfunctions and damage to the unit and your vehicle. Using unauthorized parts in the installation may void the warranty.
  • Consult your nearest Memphis Audio dealer if you have any concerns about cutting or drilling your vehicle, modification of a vehicle should be left to an authorized Memphis Audio dealer to avoid accidental damage to your vehicle.
  • Once a suitable location has been located you are ready to use the included mounting template to mark the location for your hole.
  • The hole size is 3 inches (76.2mm).
  • After marking and drilling the hole carefully, you will need to use the metal mounting bracket to secure the unit in the hole. If the bracket needs to be shortened, remove the appropriate number of breakaway segments using a pair of pliers.

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*Note: Mounting depth is 100mm but room is required for wires and connections.
Check available depth prior to mounting.
Measure before cutting and be certain you will not be drilling into any items that will damage your vehicle.

PAIRING DEVICES

In Bluetooth mode, device will be automatically discoverable. Open Bluetooth settings on your Bluetooth device and search for SMC3. Connect device to SMC3 on your Bluetooth device to pair.

CONNECTION

MEMPHIS-SMC3-Multi-Zone-Media-Center-fig-3POWER/SPEAKER OUTPUTS

POWER OUTPUTS :

  • Red// 12V+ Ignition
  • Black // Ground
  • Blue // Remote Turn On
  • Yellow // B+ Battery

SPEAKER OUTPUTS:

  • White & Black // Left Front Speaker (-) White // Left Front Speaker (+)
  • Grey & Black // Right Front Speaker (-) Grey // Right Front Speaker (+)
  • Green & Black // Left Rear Speaker (-) Green // Left Rear Speaker (+)
  • Purple & Black // Right Rear Speaker (-) Purple // Right Rear Speaker (+)

BUTTON FUNCTIONS

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TROUBLESHOOTING

NO POWER| IGNITION SWITCH NOT ON| SWITCH IGNITION KEY TO ACC
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FUSE IS BLOWN| REPLACE THE FUSE
NO SOUND| VOLUME IS TURNED DOWN| ADJUST VOLUME KNOB UP
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WIRING NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED

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CHECK WIRING CONNECTION

OPERATION KEYS DO NOT WORK| BUILT-IN MICRO COMPUTER NOT OPERATING PROPERLY DUE TO NOISE| __

PRESS RESET BUTTON

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RADIO DOES NOT WORK RADIO STATION AUTO-SELECT DOES NOT WORK

| ANTENNA CABLE NOT CONNECTED| RECONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
SIGNALS ARE TOO WEAK| SELECT A STATION MANUALLY

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SMC3 MOUNTING TEMPLATE

NOTE: Memphis Audio recommends using a 3” hole saw to perform this cut.

WARNING
If you are in any way uncomfortable or uncertain about cutting into your vehicle it is strongly recommended that you visit your local authorized Memphis Audio dealer to complete the installation.

WARRANTY

Electronics limited warranty (including Memphis accessories) When purchased from an Authorized Memphis Dealer, Memphis warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from date of original purchase (receipt required),THREE (3)YEARS years if installed by
an authorized Memphis dealer (receipt required). If this product is identified as “Refurbished” or “B Goods”, the warranty is limited to a period of THREE (3) MONTHS from date of original purchase. In all cases you must have the original receipt. Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect or malfunction during the warranty period, Memphis will repair or replace (at its discretion) the defective merchan-dise with equivalent merchandise. Warranty replacements may have cosmetic scratches and blemishes. Discontin-ued products may be replaced with more current equivalent products. Warranty is valid only for the original purchaser and is not extended to owners of the product subsequent to the original purchaser. Any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to a period of the express warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of the original purchase at retail, and no warranties, whether express or implied, shall apply to this product thereafter.
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 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 the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication s . However, there 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, the user is 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 the receiver.
  • Connect the equipment into an outlet or a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the part responsible for Compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complied with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

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