2003 FORD RANGER radio

19.AM/FM:Press to select a
frequency band in radio mode.
20.Bass:Press
/to
decrease/increase the bass output.
21.Treble:Press
/to
decrease/increase the treble output.
MP3 FUNCTIONS
Your audio system is equipped with MP3 capability which allows you to
listen to songs in MP3 flat file mode and MP3 directory mode.
To engage MP3 flat file mode, insert an MP3 disc. If an MP3 disc is
already present in the player, press the CD control. The MP3 icon will
display while the player is in MP3 mode.
While in MP3 flat file mode, press
the MP3 DIR control to enter into
MP3 directory mode. The MP3 icon
and the DIR icon will display while
the player is in directory mode.
Your MACHMP3 player is also equipped with an anti-shock buffer for
MP3 discs.
MP3 FILE DIRECTORY STRUCTURE
The MACHMP3 music system recognizes MP3 disc file and directory
(folder) structure as follows:
•There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 flat file
mode (default) and MP3 directory mode.
•MP3 flat file mode ignores any directory structure present on the MP3
disc. The player sequentially numbers each MP3 track on the disc
(denoted by the .mp3 file extension) from T001 to T255.
•MP3 directory mode represents a directory structure consisting of one
level of directories (folders). The CD player sequentially numbers all
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4.Cassette door:Insert the
cassette with the opening to the
right.
5.Eject:Press to eject the
cassette/CD. The radio will resume
playing.
6.Tape:Press to start tape play.
Press to stop tape during
rewind/fast forward.
CD:Press to start CD play. With the
dual media audio, press CD to
toggle between single CD and CD
changer play (if equipped).
7.Mute:Press to MUTE playing
media; press again return to playing
media.
8.Auto:Press to set first six
strongest stations (if available) into
AM, FM1 or FM2 memory buttons;
press again to return to normal
stations.
9.Clock:Press and hold to set the
clock. Press the
SEEK to
decrease hours or SEEK
to
increase hours. Press the
TUNE
to decrease minutes or TUNE
to
increase minutes. If your vehicle has a stand alone clock this control will
not function.
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18.Select (SEL):Use with Bass,
Treble, Balance and Fade controls.
19.Bass:Press BASS; then press
SEL
/to decrease/increase
the bass output.
Treble:Press TREB; then press
SEL
/to decrease/increase
the treble output.
20.Tune:Works in radio mode only.
Press TUNE
/to change
frequency down/up.
21.Seek:Press and release
SEEK
/for previous/next
strong station, selection or track.
22.AM/FM:Press to select
AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.
SEL
SEEKTUNE
SEEKTUNE
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4.TUNE:Works in radio mode.
Press to move down
or up
the frequency band.
5.SEEK:Turn to listen to the
previous (left) or next (right) radio
station, cassette selection, or CD
track.
SCAN:Press to hear a short
sampling of all listenable radio
stations, cassette selections or CD tracks. Press again to stop and remain
on a desired selection.
6.EJ (Eject):Press to eject a tape.
7.BAL (Balance):Press BAL, then
press SEL( Select) control to adjust
the sound between the left
or
right
speakers.
FADE:Press FADE, and then press SEL (Select) to adjust the sound
between the front
and rearspeakers.
8.COMP (Compression):Press to
bring soft and loud passages
together for a more consistent
listening level.
SHUF (Shuffle):Works in CD mode only. Press to randomly play all
tracks on the current disc. Press again to disengage random play.
9.
(Dolbynoise reduction):
Works in tape mode only. Reduces
tape noise and hiss; press to
activate/deactivate.
Side 1–2:Works in tape mode only. Press to change the playing side of
the tape.
10.SEL (Select):Allows you to
adjust various settings such as bass
levels, RDS information, the time,
etc.
TUNE
BAL FADE
SHUF
COMP56
SIDE 1-234
SEL
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11.REW (rewind)/FF (fast
forward):Press to play previous or
the next cassette selections or CD
tracks.
12.BASS:Press BASS and then
press SEL to decrease
or
increase
the bass levels.
TREB (treble):Press TREB and then press SEL to decrease
or
increase
the treble levels.
13.ON/Off/VOL (Volume):Press
to turn the system ON. Turn to
adjust the volume levels. Press again
to turn the system off.
14.AUTO:Press to set first six
strong stations into AM, FM1 or
FM2 memory controls; press again
to return to normal stations.
RDS:Press to engage Radio Data System and select:
•TRAFFIC—Interrupts playing media to play a traffic report. To
activate, press SCAN or SEEK when TRAFFIC ON is displayed.
•FIND program type—Press SEL to choose the desired program type:
Classic, Country, Info., Jazz/R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft or Top 40.
•SHOW—Displays station name, station type and/or radio text. Press
RDS until SHOW is displayed.
CLK (Clock):Press RDS until SET HOURS is displayed. Press SEL to
decrease
or increasethe hours.
Press RDS again until SET MIN is displayed. Press SEL to decrease
or increasethe minutes. If your vehicle has a stand alone clock this
control will not function.
15.AM/FM:Press to select AM or
FM frequency bands. Press to end
tape or CD play and begin radio
play.
REWFF12
BASS TREB
VOLPUSHON
AUTO RDSCLK
AM
FM
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16.EJ (Eject):Press to eject a CD.
RADIO FREQUENCIES
AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are:
AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz
FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz
RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS
There are three factors that can effect radio reception:
•Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the
weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.
•Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.
•Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal
may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency
is displayed.
CASSETTE/PLAYER CARE
Do:
•Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less.
•Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole
and turning the hub.
•Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.
•Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity or
cold to reach a moderate temperature before playing.
•Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after
10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation.
Don’t:
•Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold.
•Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being
played.
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CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
variety of console features. These
include:
•Utility compartment with
cassette/compact disc storage
•Cupholders
•Coin holder slots
•Flip up armrest
Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you
in a collision.
Cell phone use
The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,
driver’s must not compromise their own or other’s safety when using
such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety
and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency
situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.
Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications
systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.
A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to
avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to
operate Mobile Communications Equipment.
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•20 seconds elapse after all vehicle doors are closed and locked using
the remote entry transmitter, or the power door unlock control (while
the accompanying door is open).
The UNLOCK feature will work again after:
•a door has become ajar,
•the ignition is turned to the ON position, or
•using the UNLOCK
control on your remote entry transmitter, or
•using the keyless entry keypad to unlock the vehicle.
Deactivating/activating power door lock disable feature
This feature can be activated and deactivated by an authorized dealer.
Sounding a panic alarm
Press
to activate the alarm. The horn will sound for a maximum of
30 seconds and the parklamps will flash for a maximum of 3 minutes.
Press again or turn the ignition to ON to deactivate, or wait for the alarm
to timeout in 3 minutes.
Note:The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the OFF
or ACC position.
Replacing the battery
The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium
battery CR2032 or equivalent. The typical operating range for your
remote entry transmitter is approximately 10 meters (33 feet). A
decrease in the operating range could be caused by:
•weather conditions,
•nearby radio towers,
•structures around the vehicle and
•other vehicles parked next to the vehicle.
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