Dual XDM280BT - AM/FM/CD Receiver Manual (2024)

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FUSE
When replacing the fuse, make sure new fuse is the correct type and amperage. Using an incorrect fuse could damage the radio. The XDM280BT uses one 10 amp AGC fuse located beside the wiring connector.

Playing an MP3 CD When an MP3 encoded disc is first inserted, "DISC READ" will appear in the display. Depending on the number of files and folders, this may take several seconds. Displaying Information

Press DISP to select between song title, artist, file name, folder name, track number, and clock/elapsed time.

"NO ARTIST" or "NO TITLE" will be displayed if the MP3 file contains no ID3 tag information.

"ROOT" will be displayed if the directory name of a root folder is not labeled.

Title Icon This icon will illuminate when the song title is displayed. Artist Icon This icon will illuminate when the artist name is displayed. Folder Icon This icon will illuminate when the folder name is displayed. File Icon This icon will illuminate when the file name is displayed. Character Support Maximum character display information
  • Track name – 32 character maximum
  • Directory name – 32 character maximum
  • *Song title – 32 character maximum
  • *Artist name – 32 character maximum

*Song title and Artist Name will only be displayed if included with the MP3 file.

When referring to MP3 playback, the following terms are synonymous:

  • File name and track name
  • Folder name and directory name
Media Compatibility The following types of discs/files are compatible:
  • CD-ROM (ISO), CD-R, CD-RW
  • CD-DA
  • MP3 data
The following types of discs/files are not compatible:
  • Discs recorded with Track At Once or packet writing
  • MP3 PRO format
  • MP3 playlists
  • WAV format
Playback Order MP3 playback sequence is based on recorded order of files and begins in the root folder of the disc. Any empty folders or folders that do not include MP3 files are skipped. This unit may not play files in the order they were recorded in. Refer to your recording software's user's manual for more information. Compatible Recording
Formats
  • ISO9660 level 1
  • ISO9660 level 2
  • Yellow Book MODE 1
  • Yellow Book MODE 2 FORM 1
  • Multi session
  • Maximum files - 999
  • Maximum folders - 255
  • Maximum folder levels - 8
  • MPEG-1/2/2.5 Audio Layer-3
ISO9660 standards:
  • Maximum nested folder depth is 8 (including the root folder).
  • Valid characters for folder/file names are letters A-Z (all caps), numbers 0-9, and "_" (underscore). Some characters may not be displayed correctly, depending on the character type.
  • This device can play back discs in Joliet, Romeo, and other standards that conform to ISO9660. MP3 written in the formats other than the above may not play and/or their file names or folder names may not be displayed properly.
Additional MP3Information

An internal buffer provides ESP (Electronic Skip Protection) to virtually eliminate skipping.

When playing a disc recorded with regular audio files (CD-DA or. WAV) and MP3 files, the unit will play the MP3 files only.

Only MP3 files with filename extension (.mp3) can be played.

Do not attempt to play discs which contain non-MP3 files with the MP3 extension.

Sampling Frequency
Rates
MP3
8kHz ~ 48kHz Transfer Bit rates
MP3

32kbps ~ 320kbps constant Variable bit rates

Note: Some files may not play or be displayed correctly, depending on sampling rates and bit rates.

MP3 Tag Display ID3 tags Version 1.0 to 2.4.
This model will not display ID3 Version 2.4 or greater tags. Recommended Settings For best results, use the following settings when burning an MP3 disc:
128kbps or higher constant bit rate
44.1kHz or higher sampling frequency
Connecting a USB Device (sold separately) To play MP3 files from most USB mass storage devices, line up the USB connector and insert the USB device into the unit's USB port. Playing Music When a USB device is first connected, "USB READ" will appear in the display and playback will begin momentarily. Depending on the number of files and folders, it may take several seconds for the device to begin playing. If no valid MP3 files are detected, "NO FILE" will be displayed and the last mode will be resumed. Track Select Press TRACK Dual XDM280BT - AM/FM/CD Receiver Manual (1) to skip to the beginning of the next track. Press TRACK Dual XDM280BT - AM/FM/CD Receiver Manual (2) to return to the beginning of the current track. Pressing TRACK beginning of the previous track. nn again skips to the Fast Forward and Reverse Press and hold TRACK Dual XDM280BT - AM/FM/CD Receiver Manual (3) or TRACK Dual XDM280BT - AM/FM/CD Receiver Manual (4) on the remote control to fast forward or reverse a track. Pause Press Dual XDM280BT - AM/FM/CD Receiver Manual (5) to temporarily stop USB playback. Press Dual XDM280BT - AM/FM/CD Receiver Manual (6) again to resume playback. File Search Step 1

Press SELECT to enter the file/folder search mode. A list of all the folders from the USB device will be displayed.

Note: Any files located in the root directory will be located in the folder named "ROOT". Press SELECT to view the files on the root folder.

Step 2

Turn the volume knob to cycle through all the folders on the device and press SELECT to choose the desired folder. The list of files in the selected folder will be displayed. Turn the volume knob to cycle through the list of files.

Note: Pressing GO BACK when viewing the contents of a folder will return to the list of folders on the USB device. Press GO BACK again to exit the search menu.

Step 3

Once the desired song is displayed, press SELECT to begin playback of the desired song.

Note: Due to differences in USB device transfer speeds, it is recommended to limit each folder to less than 30 songs.

Displaying Information

When a file is accessed, the clock and elapsed time will be displayed. Press DISP momentarily to select beween song title, artist, file name, folder name, track number and clock/ elapsed time.

"NO TITLE" will be displayed if no song title information is available.

"NO ARTIST" will be displayed if no artist information is available.

Song Title Icon This icon will illuminate when the song title is displayed. Artist Icon This icon will illuminate when the artist name is displayed. Folder Icon This icon will illuminate when the folder name is displayed. File Icon This icon will illuminate when the file name is displayed. Folder Access

Press Dual XDM280BT - AM/FM/CD Receiver Manual (7) to select the previous folder.
Press Dual XDM280BT - AM/FM/CD Receiver Manual (8) to select the next folder.

Note: Folder access is only available on devices with more than one folder.

Repeat Press RPT to enter the Repeat menu, then turn the volume knob to select one of the following options:
  • ALL - Plays all tracks on the device.
  • TRACK - Continuously repeats selected track.
  • FOLDER - Continuously repeats all files in selected folder.
Random Press RDM to enter the Random menu, then turn the volume knob to select one of the following options:
  • OFF - Cancels the RDM function.
  • ALL - Plays all tracks in random order.
  • FOLDER - Plays all tracks in folder in random order.
Note: Random mode is retained in memory when selecting between other modes and when the unit is turned on/off. Intro Press INT to enter the Intro menu, then turn the volume knob to select one of the following options:
  • OFF - Cancels the INT function.
  • ALL - Plays first 10 seconds of each track.
  • FOLDER - Plays first 10 seconds of each track in folder.
Character Support Maximum character display information
  • Track name – 32 character maximum
  • Directory name – 32 character maximum
  • *Song title – 32 character maximum
  • *Artist name – 32 character maximum
*Song title and artist name will only be displayed if included with the MP3 file. Media Compatibility The following types of files are compatible:
  • MP3 data
The following types of files are not compatible:
  • MP3 PRO format
  • MP3 playlists
  • WAV format
Playback Order MP3 playback sequence is based on order the files are copied to the USB device and begins in the root folder.
Any empty folders or folders that do not include MP3 files are skipped. Depending on your software, the playback order may vary. Playback Capacity
  • Maximum number of files: 999
  • Maximum number of folders: 255 plus the root directory
  • Maximum number of files in each folder and root: 999

Note: If the number of files/folders exceeds the maximum outlined above, the additional files/folders will be ignored.

Note: Devices that exceed the maximum number of files or folders may not function properly.

USB Device Compatibility Due to the differences of USB devices, some devices may not be compatible. USB devices must be 'mass storage class' and formatted to the FAT or FAT32 file system in order to ensure compatibility. Additional
MP3Information
Only MP3 files with filename extension (.mp3) can be played. Do not attempt to play non-MP3 files with the MP3 extension. Sampling Frequency
Rates
MP3
8kHz ~ 48kHz Transfer Bit rates
MP3

32kbps ~ 320kbps constant Variable bit rates

Note: Some files may not play or be displayed correctly, depending on sampling rates and bit rates.

MP3 Tag Display

ID3 tags Version 1.0 to 2.4

Note: If an invalid ID3 tag version is detected, "NO SUPPORT" will scroll on the display.

The unit supports A2DP (advanced audio distribution profile) wireless streaming audio from your Bluetooth mobile device directly to your head unit. You can also control your music from the front panel of the head unit using AVRCP (audio video remote control profile).

After pairing, connecting and enabling streaming audio from a compatible mobile device, begin playing music using the music player on your mobile device. Once the music is playing, the following functions can be used to control the music:

Note: Some Bluetooth devices may not fully support these commands.

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.

Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

Power Output: 16 Watts RMS x 4 channels at 4 ohms and < 1% THD+N
Signal to Noise Ratio: 80dBA (reference: 1 watt into 4 ohms)

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