MRF40

Marine RF Remote Control

Installation and Owner·s Manual

MRF40

Installation

Installing the MRF40 receiver

1. Connect the 3.5mm cable to the REMOTE IN input on the back of the radio

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2 . Connect the black wire from the MRF40 receiver to a good ground (-) source. Typically. the ground wire connection from the radio wiring harness can be used.

3 . Connect the red wire from the MRF40 receiver to a 12 volt accessory switched power source. This may be connected to the red accessory power wire at the radio wiring harness.

Note: The wiring can be extended up to 20 feet if required. A standard 3 .

5mm extension cable can be used to extend the REMOTE IN 3.5mm connector . but depending on the quality of the wiring. performance may be affected. Always test any wiring extensions to ensure proper performance from the RF remote control before performing the installation .

See illustration below for connection details.

Red Wire(+)

Connect to a switc!Md .ccessory

12-volt power aource

Black Wire (-)

Connect to a chassis or battery ground aource

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5mm Cable

Connect to the RF REMOTE IN at the back of the radio

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Installation

Initial setup

1. Turn on the power to the radio and MRF40 receiver. A blue LED should be visible through the top of the receiver.

2. Link the MRF40 remote to the receiver by pressing and holding the MUTE button on the MRF40 remote for 5 seconds. while the remote is within

3 feet of the receiver. The LED on the receiver will flash to confirm the connection. Note: this step must be repeated if the battery is removed from the MRF40 remote.

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Mounting the MRF40 receiver

1. Locate a mounting location that is away from hot or moving parts. and a location that is protected from splashing water.

2. Mounting the receiver in a higher location will ensure maximum RF signal range.

3. Mount the receiver using screws or cable ties.

Note: RF Remote vs. IR Remote

The RF remote signal has the ability to penetrate bulkheads and obstacles. while the IR remote requires a direct line of sight to the receiver to function.

The RF remote is effective when in other cabins or around the vessel.

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Button Functions

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Mute

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Volume Up

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Track/Tune Down

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Volume Down

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Track/Tune Up

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Mode

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Replacing the Battery

Opening the MRF40 Remote

Using a small screwdriver or pick tool. carefully remove the 3 rubber plugs on the backside of the MRF40 remote control. exposing the screws.

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Using a small Phillips screwdriver. remove the 3 screws. saving the screws and rubber plugs for reassembly. Carefully remove the back cover and set aside.

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Changing the Battery

Remove the installed battery by sliding the battery out of the its slot to the left.

Install a new CR2032 battery by sliding it into the battery slot. Ensure the positive (+) side of the battery is facing outward.

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Replacing the Battery

Replacing the Back Cover

Carefully place the back cover on the MRF40 remote. Ensure the edges of the back cover fit inside the groove in the rubber seal.

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Reinstalling the Screws and

Rubber Plugs

While holding the back cover in place. insert the 3 screws back in the holes using a small Phillips screwdriver. Do not overtighten the screws. or the waterproof seal may be damaged. Replace the rubber plugs securely.

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FCC Compliance

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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.

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit 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 8 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.

Only shielded interface cable should be used.

Finally. any changes or modifications to the equipment by the user not expressly approved by the grantee or manufacturer could void the users authority to operate such equipment.

ICC Compliance

This Class [8] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

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Warranty

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Dual Electronics Corp. warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase.

Dual Electronics Corp. agrees. at our option. during the warranty period. to repair any defect in material or workmanship or to furnish an equal new. renewed or comparable product (whichever is deemed necessary) in exchange without charges. subject to verification of the defect or malfunction and proof of the date of purchase.

Subsequent replacement products are warranted for the balance of the original warranty period.

Who is covered? This warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser for products purchased from an authorized Dual dealer and used in the U.S.A.

What is covered? This warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship in this product. The following are not covered : software. installation/removal costs. damage resulting from accident. misuse. abuse. neglect. product modification. improper installation. incorrect line voltage. unauthorized repair or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product. or damage occurring during return shipment of the product. Specific license conditions and copyright notices for the software can be found via www .

dualav.com.

What to do?

1. Before you call for service. check the troubleshooting guide in your owner's manual. A slight adjustment of any custom controls may save you a service call.

2. If you require service during the warranty period. you must carefully pack the product (preferably in the original package) and ship it by prepaid transportation with a copy of the original receipt from the retailer to an authorized service center.

3. Please describe your problem in writing and include your name. a return UPS shipping address (P .

O. Box not acceptable). and a daytime phone number with your shipment.

4. For more information and for the location of the nearest authorized service center please contact us by one of the following methods:

• Call us toll-free at 1-866.,.82-5476

• E-mail us at [email protected]

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Exclusion of Certain Damages: This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of any and all other warranties. expressed or implied. including without limitation the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and any obligation. liability. right. claim or remedy in contract or tort. whether or not arising from the company's negligence . actual or imputed. No person or representative is authorized to assume for the company any other liability in connection with the sale of . this product. In no event shall the company be liable for indirect. incidental or consequential damages .

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