RS4501 - Car radio Manta - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Car Stereo
Brand	Manta
Model	RS4501
Dimensions (approx.)	178 x 50 x 150 mm (1-DIN)
Weight	~1 kg
Power Supply	12V DC (negative ground)
Radio Bands	AM/FM
Disc Playback	CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Audio Input	USB, Aux (3.5mm)
Audio Output	4 x 50W (max power)
Remote Control	Included (wired or infrared)
Display	LCD with backlight
Equalizer	Preset EQ modes (Rock, Pop, Classic, etc.)
Clock	12/24 hour display
Bluetooth	Not confirmed (assume none)
Maintenance	Clean with a soft, dry cloth; avoid liquids
Safety	Designed for 12V vehicle electrical system only
Spare Parts	Contact Manta customer service for replacements
Repair	Refer to authorized service center; no user-serviceable parts inside
Manual	Free PDF download available at notice-facile.com

Frequently Asked Questions - RS4501 Manta

How do I install the Manta RS4501 car stereo?

First, disconnect the car battery. Then remove the old stereo, connect the wiring harness (ISO connectors), slide the unit into the dashboard, and secure it with the mounting sleeve. Reconnect battery and test.

Does the RS4501 have Bluetooth connectivity?

The RS4501 model likely does not include Bluetooth. It offers USB and Aux inputs for external devices. Check the manual for specific features.

How do I set the clock on the RS4501?

Press and hold the 'DISP' or 'CLK' button until the time flashes. Use the volume knob or preset buttons to adjust hours and minutes. Press 'DISP' again to confirm.

What disc formats are supported?

The RS4501 supports CD, CD-R, and CD-RW discs. It may also play MP3-encoded CD-Rs. Ensure discs are standard 12cm.

How can I connect my phone to play music?

You can connect your phone via the Aux input (3.5mm cable) or USB cable (if your phone supports mass storage mode). Select the appropriate source on the stereo.

Why is there no sound from the speakers?

Check that the speakers are properly connected, the volume is not muted, and the fader/balance settings are correct. Also verify the external amplifier (if any) is powered.

How do I reset the RS4501?

Locate the reset button (often a small hole) on the front panel. Use a paperclip to press it gently. This restores factory settings.

Can I use the RS4501 in a 24V vehicle?

No, the RS4501 is designed for 12V negative ground systems only. Using it in a 24V vehicle will damage the unit.

How do I clean the front panel?

Use a soft, dry microfiber cloth to wipe the panel. Avoid alcohol, ammonia, or abrasive cleaners. Do not spray liquid directly onto the stereo.

Where can I find the user manual?

The user manual is available for free download in PDF format at notice-facile.com. Search for Manta RS4501.

USER MANUAL RS4501 Manta

Obstuga SD/MMC/USB 4

Notes on installation....11

Wiring Diagram....11

Location of the Control....12

SD/MMC/USB operation....12

Basic Operation 13

Basic Operation....13

Radio Operation ....14

Remote Control Operation....16

Remote Control Operation....16

Specification 16

Installation 17

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Notes on installation

-The unit is designed for 12V DC, negative groud operation system only. Before installing the unit, make sure your vehicle is connected to DC 12V negative ground electrical system.

The negative battery terminal must be disconnected - before making Connectons, which can reduce damaging the unit due to short circuit.

- Be sure to connect the color coded leads correctly according to the diagram. Incorrect connections may cause the unit malfunction or damage the vehicle's electrical system.

-Be sure to connect the speaker (-) loads to the speaker (-) terminal. Never connect the left and right channel speaker cables each other or to the vehicle body.

-Do not block vents or radiator panels. Blocking them will cause heat to build up inside and may result in fire.

After the completion of the installation and begin to play the unit (including replacing the battery), please press the RESET button on the front panel with pointed objects (such as ball-point pen) to set the unit to initial status.

Wiring Diagram

Standard Connect (Identify by color)

1. Antenna Receptacle

2. Line Out (R)

3. Line Out (L)

4. Screw Holes

5. Output Socket (male)

6. Output Socket (famale)

7. Fuse Holder (15A)

8. Fuse Holder (0,5A)

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Location of the Control

1. Release Button
2. Power/Mute Switch
3. Volume Control
4. Setting the Sound Characteristics (SEL)
5. PTY
6. ST/MONO/AF Selector
7. TA
8. Tuning/Selecting Tracks
9. AUX IN
10. Band Selector
11. Mode Switch
12. Number buttons
13. USB port
14. LCD Display
15. Remote control Sender
16. Reset button
17. SD Card port

SD/MMC/USB operation

1. To enjoy music from SD/MMC/USB, please insert SD/MMC card and USB to SD/MMC,/USB port, the unit starts to play automatically.

Inserting card method

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Inserting USB method

1. Selecting tracks:

Press "AMS" button enter into selecting mode. Please see below picture:

Please refer to below example to select your desired track.

When want to choose the 452nd track.

Press AMS button enter into selecting mode. Please see below picture:

Then press SEL button enter into below mode.

Rotate VOLUME button until number 2 display on LCD.

Then press SEL button to confirm. Rotate VOLUME button until number 5 display on LCD.

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Then press SEL button to confirm. Rotate VOLUME button until number 4 display on LCD.

Basic Operation

Pause the playback

1. During playback press 12 „PAUSE” button to suspend the playback.

Note: You can also press 12 „” button to resume play-back during stop playing mode.

Scanning tracks automatically

1. During playback, press „2 INT" button, one of the number button 12 to play the first 10 seconds of each track from USB/SD MMC, the Display will show „INT, track number and elapsed time" (see the picture), which indicates INT functions already activated.

Press „2 INT“ button once more to revert normal playback.

Playing Tacks Repeatedly

1. Press 12 „3 RPT" button to perform repeat playing function when you need to repeat playing the track you like.

Press „3 RPT" button at the first time to repeat playing the same track. „RPT" appears, which indicates repeat playing one track starts.

Press „3 RPT" button again to stop repeat.

Basic Operation

Playing Tracks in random order

1. During playback, press 12 „4 RDM" button, and „RDM" appears on the display, which indicates RDM function is carried out. The unit plays any track at random. Press RDM once more to return to normal playback mode.

Selecting folder

1. During USB/ SD MMC playing mode, if there are folders, press 12 „5 FD-“ / „6 FD+“ to select folder downward/upward.

Turning the Unit On/Off

1. Press 2 „PWR” button to turn on the unit, and long press it until 3 seconds to turn off it.

Int turn on mode, press 2 „PWR” button to turn on MUTE function, and press it again to turn off MUTE function.

Vol/Bass/Tre/Bal (L-R)/Fad (F-R) Selector

1. Rotate 3 „VOLUME CONTROL” button to increase and decrease sound level.
2. Repeatedly press 4 „SEL“ button to select the desired mode in the following order:

graph LR
    A["→ VOL"] --> B["→ BAS"]
    B --> C["→ TRE"]
    C --> D["← BAL"]
    D --> E["← FAD"]

Note:

After selecting the desired mode, you can adjust the current level by rotating the 3 „VOL“ knob.

Mode Selector

1. Press 11 „MOD" button to select (radio mode) R - USB - SD - AUX - R mode.

Sensor

1. Receptor for the remote commander (for remote control version only.

Note: This windows is used for the unit with remote control function. Without this function, you should ignore the operation contents about remote control function.

Radio Operation

Band Selector

1. Press 10 „BND” button repeatedly to select bands in the following order”

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    A["→ FM1"] --> B["→ FM2"] --> C["→ FM3"]

Manual/Automatic Tuning

1. Manual Tuning: press 8 „I<< or >>I„ button continuously to select a station upward or downward respectively.

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Automatic Tuning: press and hold 8 „I<< or >>I“, button for more then 3 seconds, the radio automatically searches a station.

MO/ST/TA Selector

1. Press 6 „ST/AF" button to select MONO model or STEREO mode.

MONO is not displayed on LCD, which means it is in STEREO mode.

Long press 6 „ST/AF" button to turn ON/OFF AF function.

PTY

1. Press 5 „PTY” button to turn ON/OFF PTY function.

Scanning/Memorizing Stations Automatically

1. Press 8 „AMS" button to scan and listen each station 10 seconds which respectively stored in 15 (1-6) number buttons.

Press the corresponding number button or AMS button to play your desired station.

Press and hold 8 „AMS” button for more then 3 seconds to activate automatically memory storing function. The radio automatically selects a station and has it stored in any one of the number buttons 15 (1-6).

Note: The unit can be stored up to 6 stations for each band. Regarding the function of number buttons, refer to 15 number buttons for details.

Number Buttons

1. Number buttons can help you store your favorite station by pressing any one of the number buttons. You can follow the steps as below:

Press and hold any number button 12 (1-6) until „CH“ appears in the LCD display when receiving a station. And now the station is already stored in the corresponding number button.

You can store up to 18 FM stations.

TA

Remote Control Operation

1. Power/Mute Switch
2. TA Button
3. SCAN Button
4. Volume Control
5. RDM Playing
6. ST/AF Button
7. Folder-/Folder +
8. Tuning/Selecting Tracks
9. AMS/PSCAN/SEARCH
10. PTY Button
11. Band Switch
12. Pause/Play Button
13. SEL Button
14. Reapeat Playing
15. MOD Button
16. DSP Button
17. INTRO Button
18. LOUD Button

Remote Control Operation

Replacing the Battery

When the range of the operation of the card remote control becomes short or no functions while operating. Replace the battery with a new button cell. Make sure the battery polarity before replace.

1. Pull out the Battery Holder while pressing the stopper (1).

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1. Put the buton-type battery (+) mark upward into the Battery Holder..

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1. Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Control.

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Note: Some models are not equipped with remote control, you should ignore the contents about remote control.

Specification

General

Power Requirements: 14.1 V DC

Load Impedance: 4Ω

Max. Power Output: 4 x45W

Tone Controls: ±8 dB (low 100 Hz, high 10 kHz)

Dimensions: 132 x 178 x 50 (D x W x H)

Mounting Dimensions: 169x182x53 (D x W x H)

Weight: 0,75 kg

USB Play Section

Signal-to-noise Ratio: 65dB

Separation: 60dB (1kHz)

Distoration: 0,1%

FM Tuner Section

Tuning Range: 87,5-108 MHz

If Range: 10,7 MHz

Usable sensitivity (-30dB): 15dB

Signal-to-noise Ratio: 60dB

Stereo Separation: 30dB (1KHz)

Frequency Response: 30-15000Hz

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Installation

Parts List (the numbers in the list are keyed to those in instructions).

Mounting Example (1)

1Put in the mounting sleeve.	2Bend these claws outward for a tight fit, if necessary.
3	4Dismounting the unit,energize to pull out the unit after insert the key on both sides.

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Mounting Example

Put notch A (Shown as picture) onto shaft B. And then slightly press into the right side.

Detaching the Front Panel

Press REL button in the upper right corner, and then the front panel will be folded down.

When the front panel was turned down to a position of 45[], hold and slide the front panel to left, and then pull it out.

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Cleaning the Connector

If the connector between the main unit and the front panel is dirty, it may result the unit in abnormal working condition. To avoid such problem happening, please detach the front panel, and clean the connector with an alcohol swab. Gently clean and avoid damaging the connector.

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NOTE: For safekeeping, always shut down the generator and take out the key from the ignition before cleaning. And never keep your finger or any metal device in touch with the connector directly.

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