CRYSTAL CR1801 Digital Media Receiver Bluetooth/USB/AUX User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- CRYSTAL
Table of Contents
DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER
BLUETOOTH / USB / AUX
CR1801 User Manual
Supplier Reference Model Number: RM1801
Front Panel Layout
Item
| Button Name|
Comments
---|---|---
1| Mute / Select (Centre switch)|
2| Volume Control / Rotary browse|
3| Menu| Audio and System Menus
4| Up >> I Next|
5| Down >> I Previous|
6| Source / Power| Radio / BT / USB / AUX /
7| INFO (information) / Clock| Select info to view or display clock
8| Band / Browse| FM & AM(MW/LW) band select or Browse function
9| Call Pick Up| Transfer or last number re-dial
10| Call Hang Up| Return from menu or selection
11| Reset|
12| Preset 1 (Play / Pause)| Play / Pause Media Control
13| Preset 2 (Intro)|
14| Preset 3 (RPT – Repeat)|
15| Preset 4 (RDM – Random Play)|
16| Preset 5 (Folder – Next)|
17| Preset 6 (Folder – Previous)|
18| USB|
19| Aux-In| 3.5mm Stereo Socket
20| Built-in Mic|
General Operation
Buttons to navigate through Menus
In the menu system, certain controls have some common functions to help you
move through the menus:
- Volume control centre switch = select
- Volume control rotary = “choose”
- Hang-Up = return or move back up a menu level
TURN for
Volume adjustment / PRESS to MUTE
Powering On/Off
To switch the unit on press the power button, To turn the unit off, press and
hold the power button for 2 seconds. In a similar manner many of the buttons
on the front panel have two modes of activation: Short press” and Long press”
to directly select different functions.
The ‘Volume’ Knob
Audio volume is adjusted when the rotary knob is turned, and MUTE is toggled
on/off when the knob is pressed briefly – short press. In the SYSTEM or AUDIO
menus volume adjustment is temporarily disabled, and the rotation of the knob
adjusts the value of the menu item, In this mode pressing the volume knob will
select the item you have chosen, The menu list may also be cycled through with
the >>]and ]«< buttons.
Example: short press (push and let go) the MENU button to access the AUDIO menu – EO, loudness, bass, treble, balance, and fader.
TURN to choose PRESS to select
REGIONS AVAILABLE
EUROPE / ASIA / MID-EAST AUST /USA / LATIN (America) JAPAN / RUSSIA
Radio Operating Region
When the radio is first powered up or after a reset, it will ask you to select
the geographical radio operating region, use the rotary control to choose your
region and press the knob to select. This can also be set using the Radio Mode
menu – all menus are context-sensitive i.e. Radio Only functions can only be
accessed in radio mode.
Button Functions
The function of some controls depends on context. For example, the 1 button is
used to recall (short press)
or store (long press) radio station preset 1, However, when playing media (USB
or BT), pressing this button will toggle play/pause.
Bluetooth Operation
General Operation
When paired to a mobile phone Bluetooth-enabled radio models, allow the user
to perform hands-free calling via the radio. The radio has Answered” and
“Hang-Up” buttons to accept or reject an incoming call.
When no call is active the Answer” button can be used to re-dial the last number – pressing once asks if you want to re-dial, pressing again dials the number, pressing the Hang-Up” button cancels the request.
Bluetooth Profiles
Bluetooth enabled units can wirelessly link to Bluetooth devices such as
mobile phones
The modes of Bluetooth connection are referred to as profiles” Tis radio
supports the following profiles:
1)A2pp ; Advanced Audio Distribution Profile – Playing (Streaming) music
using Bluetooth. Devices that have A2DP functionality can stream music into
the radio to be played through the vehicles loudspeaker system.
2) AVRCP : In addition, if supported by the device, the AVRCP profile
(Remote Control Profile), allowing functions like ‘next track’ and ‘previous
track to be controlled from the radio.
3) HFP ; Handsfree Profile – Making or receiving telephone calls using
Bluetooth.
4) SSP : Secure Simple Pairing – this method is based on a random number
generator and the user does not need to enter g PIN number on the phone
Pairing
To use the Bluetooth hands-free function a mobile phone needs to be paired” to
the radio. To “pair the mobile
phone with the radio ensure that the radio is turned on. On the mobile phone
search for Bluetooth devices and select the supplier’s reference model number
RM1801. Check for a successful pairing notification on the mobile phone.
Once paired it is the mobile phone that determines automatic reconnection to
the radio. (e.g. on re-entry to the vehicle with the ignition on). To
disconnect a Bluetooth device temporarily use the DISCONN” (disconnect) menu
function. To permanently
Radio FM & AM(MW/LW)
Searching for Radio Stations
Use the >>] and [<< buttons to search for radio stations: short press to
automatically seek the next available
frequency (ump to the next to seek to stop).
Manual Tuning
Long-press either the >>] or ]<< button to change to manual-seek mode. In this
mode, a short press of one of these seek buttons changes frequency one step at
a time whereas a long press will scroll until the button is
released. The radio will revert to auto-seek mode if either button is not
operated for 3 seconds.
AutoStore Radio Stations
Long press the BAND button will start an “auto store” sequence to scan the
whole band and store the strongest stations found.
Searching for Radio Stations
When listening to a radio station a long press on one of the radio preset
buttons will store it permanently. The current station will be saved. A stored
radio station can be recalled by a short press of one of these buttons. The
stored radio station can be updated by tuning to a different station and
performing a long press.
Long press : Store your favourite radio stations using radio station
presets.
Short press : Recall the stored station.
FM Radio
Radio Data System (RDS) is available in many countries. If an RDS broadcast is
present, RDS functions such as AF and TA can be enabled or disabled. RDS is
only available in the FM bands.
Radio RDS Notes
When RDS (Radio Data System) is operating the radio will show the station name
e.g. “BBC R1” rather than the frequency. RDS is only available on the FM band.
If RDS service is not available, the radio operates in conventional FM radio
mode.
AF
Alternative Frequencies. When this feature is enabled, the radio can stay
tuned to BBC R1 by automatically returning the reception frequency when the
first signal becomes weak such as when the vehicle has moved out of range,
providing that a stronger signal on the alternative frequency is available.
Channel switching to the same radio station is performed automatically. In
infringing the reception areas the user may switch off AF if silent frequency
seek is experienced frequently. Choose the AF menu item and select OFF.
TA
Traffic Announcement. When switched on, if a traffic announcement is available
the radio will automatically switch to the station broadcasting the
announcement until it is complete. The TA menu item toggles between TA ON and
TA OFF.
TP
Traffic Program — An indicator is displayed if the currently tuned station is
a traffic announcement capable station.
PTY
Program type. RDS broadcasting services categorize the type of programs for
the listener. Examples are NEWS, AFFAIRS, INFO, SPORT, EDUCATION, DRAMA,
CULTURE, SCIENCE, POP M, ROCK.
Radio Preset Notes
FM has 3 bands, FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands each band has 6 radio presets. In
total there are 18 FM radio presets for the user to store pre-tuned radio
stations. MW has one band with 6 radio presets, as does LW. There are 12 AM
(MW & LW) radio pre-sets. In total there are 5 x 6 = 30 radio presets. The
radio stores these permanently on an EEPROM memory device, that does not
require external power to retain the radio station preset memory.
Media USB
One single media device can easily fit thousands of songs (audio tracks).
These tracks are often referred to as
MP3 and WMA. Without any specific metadata, the radio uses the track filename
as the title. Tracks can be put into folders and sub-folders.
For media carriers such as US sticks, the unit can play files inside sub-
folders
Avoid having too many levels of depth in the sub-folders.
Do not carry too many audio files on a media to avoid difficulty in finding
the desired song/track.
Media software and hardware are updated at a fast pace, so although the radio
is shipped with the latest media compatibility; newer US8 sticks and/or new
file formats may not be compatible.
Listed below are the alternative functions of various keys on the front panel
for media play-back.
| Next track (short press), Fast forward (press and hold down)
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| Previous Track (short press), rewind (press and hold down)
| Play and Pause playback
Repeat play mode, ppr 1pK repeats the current track when it has reached the
end, pT ELD repeats playing
of all the tracks in the current folder. PT ALL repeats all the tracks in the
entire media library.
INTRO Intro-play INT indicator will be shown on the LCD display. When in this mode the radio will play the first 10 seconds of each track (intro) then skip to the next track. When at the desired track, press the INTO button again to cancel the intro-play and listen to the whole track.
RDM Random-play, RDM ALL randomly plays from all tracks, RDM FLD plays tracks randomly from the current folder. RDM OFF plays tracks in the order they appear in the folder
FLN/FL Previous folder and next folder
There is a BROWSE feature that allows the user to cycle through the available media by folders and files to select a track. Press the BAND button to select this mode. Rotate the volume knob to scroll through the folder/filename/tracklist. Press the volume knob to select
Reset – Software / Hardware
Soft Reset – MENU – RESET: If the user is not sure if settings on the radio
have been altered inadvertently, restoring the factory default settings may
help. On reset factory settings will be reloaded, overwriting the current data
selections with their default values. This includes such items as BT pairing,
station presets tone settings, etc.
Hard Reset – A hardware reset button is located on the front panel (see “Front Panel Layout”) and can be activated by a paper clip or pen. This is only necessary if the radio refuses to react to any button input.
Power Off Timer
This radio has a power-off-timer enhancement feature. The setting for this is
accessed by a long press on the
MENU button (system menu), in any mode, and using the >>I or ]<< buttons to
select the timer menu. Settings are OFF AUTO, 30 min, 60 min, and 90 min. OFF
is the factory default value where the radio powers
off immediately when the ignition key is switched off. This is the same as
conventional radios.
AUTO mode will switch off the radio with the ignition, but you can turn the radio back on (or off) for a 30-minute period.
30, 60, or 90 minutes will keep the radio playing for this time after the ignition is switched off. Turning the radio off manually will cancel the timer and the radio will not switch on until the ignition is also turned on. This countdown timer is shown on the display using the small secondary line of characters. In the last 5minutes of the countdown timer, the main display will warn the user that the radio is about to shut down.
This feature extends listening time and allows the ignition key to be removed for safety reasons. It also prevents the battery from being drained if the radio is left turned on for an extended period. The exact availability of this feature depends on the type of the vehicle since both a switched ignition “ACC” wire and a permanent battery “B+” wire are used to control this function and must be connected to the radio.
Menu Reference
SYSTEM MENU
DIS-CON| Disconnect current BT device
UNPAIR| Forget current BT device
CLK (SET)| Set – Hours (down) Minutes (up)
CLK (12/24H)| Select 12/24 hour display
BEEP| Audible feedback (on/off)
RESET| Reset radio to default settings
MANUAL| Auto-play USB media on/off
TIMER| Off timer setting (off / AUTO / 30/60/90min)
AUDIO MENU
EQ| Equalisation presets
LOUD| Equal loudness contour on/off
BASS| Bass tone control
TREBLE| Treble tone control
BALANCE| Left/Right balance
FADER| Front/Rear fader
Menu Reference – Context Sensitive
RADIO (context case sensitive items)
LOC| Local or DX seek setting
AREA| Operating region
RDS| Radio Data System
PTY| Select and choose available
AF| Alternative Frequencies
TA| Traffic Announcement
CT| Clock, Time & Date
SOFT| Soft mute on/off (*)
(*) Soft mute is a noise reduction technique used in FM receivers to lower the volume when the signal to noise ratio decreases. If you are in a weak signal area we recommend that you keep this function OFF to get the maximum received signal even if more background noise or “hiss” is heard.
Wiring Notes
Connections are to be made at the rear of the unit during installation.
Connector A Pins:
A4 B+ or BATT +12V
When the radio is turned on electrical power is supplied to the internal
electronics of the unit through this pin.
Main consuming blocks such as audio power amplifiers and backlights draw power
from this pin. Ensure the
connecting wire has a minimum AWG14 wire gauge to carry the current.
A5 AUTO ANTENNA OUTPUT +12v
The voltage state on this output pin is a direct indicator of whether this
unit is powered on or off. It can be used to control ancillary equipment such
as an automatic electric antenna or an audio power amplifier. When connected
properly such ancillary equipment will power on and off automatically in sync
with the radio.
A7 ACCESSORY {ACC) or IGNITION +12V (key position)
Normally connects to the ignition or accessory circuit. By sensing the voltage
on this pin, the unit is able to
automatically power on and off when the ignition key switch is turned on or
off.
A8 CHASSIS GROUND {EARTH)
All electrical current from this pin is combined to complete the power supply
circuit. Ensure the connecting wire has a minimum AWG14 wire gauge to carry
the current. The metal enclosure of this unit is grounded to this pin. The
unit is only suitable for “negative earth” vehicles.
PINS A4 and A7 B+ (BATT) and ACC (IGNITION) CAN BE SWAPPED BY CHANGING THE
POSITION OF THE FUSE – (SEE DIAGRAM BELOW)
Connector B pins (loudspeakers pins):
| B1. | EAR RIGHT (+) |
|---|---|
| 82 | REAR RIGHT(-) |
| B3. | FRONT RIGHT () |
| 84 | FRONT RIGHT{-) |
| 85 | FRONT LEFT(+) |
| 86 | FRONT LEFT(-) |
| 87 | REAR LEFT(+) |
| B8. | REAR LEFT(-) |
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Always replace the fuse with the same type and rating.
A blown fuse usually indicates a problem in the circuit.
Do not rely completely on replacing the fuse to fix a problem. An over-rated
fuse will compromise protection
against over-current.
Under-rated fuses can blow even if a fault condition does not exist.
Mounting Notes
Fitting the Radio
Fit the mounting cage (sleeve) into the vehicles’ ISO / DIN slot and bend the
fixing tangs to lock it in place
Connect the wiring to the rear of the radio.
Slide the radio into the cage until it “clicks” into place on the locking
clips.
Fit the bezel (trim ring) on the front of the radio
Check correct operation of the radio.
Removing the Radio
Slide the Release Keys centrally along the two sides of the radio to release
the locking clips.
Slide the radio out, keeping the Release Keys in place.
Once the radio is out disconnect all the wiring and removes the radio
completely.
If necessary bend the fixing tangs inward to remove the mounting cage as well.
Technical Information
TUNER (FM)
Frequency range
Channel step
Sensitivity
Stereo separation
SNR
Auto Stop Sens. LOC on
Auto Stop Sens. LOC off| See World Bands below
See World Bands below
<= 10 dBµV
= 30 dB
= 50 dB
38 dBV +/- 6dB (LO)
18 dBV +/- 6dB (DX)
---|---
MEDIA (USB)
Stereo separation
SNR
Media Codecs| <= 50dB
<= 65dB
WAV, FLAG, MP3, WMA
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TUNER (FM)
Frequency range
Channel step
Sensitivity
SNR
Auto Stop Sens. LOC on
Stop Sens. LOC off| See World Bands below
See World Bands below
<= 40 dBµV
= 40 dB
55 dBV +/- 6dB (LO) Auto
33 dBV +/- 6dB (DX)
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AUDIO
Audio Power
Speaker Impedance
Line Output Level
Line Output SNR| 40W max I Chanel
4 Ohms@ 10% THO
4to 8 Ohm
1.7V nominal
=70dB
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GENERAL
Power Supply
Fuse Rating
Permanent Memory
Mounting| 12V DC (9 to 18V)
15A
EEPROM
DIN / ISO Cage
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World Bands
| FM Frequency (MHz)| AM MW Frequency (kHz)| AM LW Frequency
(kHz)
---|---|---|---
Start| End| Step (kHz)| Start| End| Step (kHz)| Start| End| Step (kHz)
EUROPE| 87.5| 108.0| 50| 522| 1620| 9| 144| 288| 1
USA| 87.5| 107.9| 200| 530| 1710| 10| —| —| —
LATIN| 87.5| 108.0| 100| 530| 1710| 10| —| —| —
M-EAST| 87.5| 108.0| 100| 522| 1620| 9| 144| 288| 1
AUSTRALIA| 87.5| 108.0| 100| 522| 1710| 9| 144| 288| 1
ASIA| 87.5| 108.0| 100| 522| 1620| 9| 144| 288| 1
JAPAN| 76.0| 90.00| 100| 522| 1629| 9| —| —| —
RUSSIA| 87.5| 108.0| 50| 522| 1620| 9| 144| 288| 1
FCC Statement
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
a) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
b) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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 communications. 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 receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Industry Canada (IC) Warning
This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt
RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause interference, and
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies 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
Bluetooth Models
Bluetooth Frequency: 2.402 – 2.480 GHz
Output Power : +4dBm (max.), 0dBm (Ave.), Power Class?
Instructions on Disposal ad Environmental Protection
Do not dispose of this product in the usual household garbage at the end of
the otitis lifecycle hand#t over at a collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic appliances. The symbol on the product, the
instructions for use or the packing wt inform about the methods for disposal
The materials are recyclable as mentioned in this marling. By recycling,
material recycling, or other forms of re-utilization of old appliances, you
are making an important contribution to protecting our environment le. as
inquire at the community administration for the authorized disposal location
Technical Assistance
For Australasian support
If you need assistance setting-up or using your CrystalM product now or in the
future, call CrystalM Support.
Australia
TEL: 03 – 8587 8898
FAX: 03 – 8587 8866
Mon-Fri 9am – 5pm AEST
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