Royal P3159 - Car radio Multilaser - Free user manual and instructions

Type	Car Stereo
Brand	Multilaser
Model	Royal P3159
Power Output	45W x 4 (quadriphony)
Power Supply	12V DC car battery (negative ground)
Current Consumption	Max 15A
FM Frequency Range	87.5 - 108 MHz
FM Sensitivity	3 µV (usable)
FM Signal-to-Noise Ratio	> 50 dB
MP3 Signal-to-Noise Ratio	> 60 dB
Media Playback	USB, SD/MMC card, AUX IN
Supported Audio Formats	MP3
Preset Stations	18 FM (automatic memory)
Equalizer	DSP tone (EQ off, EQ1, EQ2, EQ3)
Audio Controls	Volume, Bass, Treble, Balance, Fader
Additional Functions	Mute, Clock (24h), Loudness, Auto scan
Installation Size	1 DIN (standard)
Weight	Approx. 0.8 kg
Operating Temperature	-10°C to 55°C
Fuse Rating	12V/15A tube fuse (yellow wire)
Included Accessories	Mounting sleeve, trim ring, wiring harness

Frequently Asked Questions - Royal P3159 Multilaser

How do I set the clock on the Royal P3159?

In standby mode (unit off), press the CH+ button to enter time-setting. Press CH+ repeatedly to toggle between hour and minute, then use the SEL knob to adjust. After 3 seconds, the display returns to normal.

Why is there no power to my car stereo?

Check that the car ignition is on (ACC position). Ensure the yellow (memory) and red (ACC) wires are properly connected. If the fuse is blown, replace it with a 12V/15A tube fuse (same rating).

How can I improve FM radio reception?

Make sure the antenna is fully inserted into the antenna jack. If the signal is weak, try manual tuning. The unit has a MONE mode (maybe EQ) to enhance reception. Also, check that the antenna cable is not damaged.

How do I switch between radio, USB, and AUX modes?

Press the MODE button repeatedly to cycle through FM radio, AUX IN, and MP3 (USB/SD) modes. If both USB and SD are inserted, press MODE briefly to toggle between them.

What should I do if there is no sound?

Check that the volume is not set to minimum (adjust with SEL knob). Ensure speaker wires are correctly connected and not touching ground. If playing from USB/SD, verify the files are MP3 format and not corrupted. The mute button (MUTE) may be active.

How do I store radio stations automatically?

In radio mode, press and hold the AMS button for a few seconds. The unit will scan and store up to 18 FM stations. After scanning, it will play the first stored station. Use CH+/CH- or number keys to select presets.

Can I play music from an SD card or USB drive?

Yes. Insert an SD/MMC card or USB flash drive into the respective slot. The unit will automatically start playing MP3 files. If both are inserted, it will play the last inserted one. Use MODE to switch between them.

What is the correct way to adjust bass and treble?

Press the SEL button repeatedly until the display shows BASS or TRE. Then rotate the SEL knob clockwise to increase, counterclockwise to decrease. The setting will automatically save after 5 seconds.

How do I remove the stereo from the dashboard?

First, remove the front panel frame. Insert two removal keys (supplied) into the holes on the front of the unit until they click. Pull the keys outward to slide the unit out of the mounting sleeve. Refer to the disassembly drawing in the manual.

What should I do if the display shows 'No File'?

Ensure that your USB or SD card contains MP3 files and is properly formatted (FAT32). The unit may not read other formats. Try reformatting the device or using a different card. Also, check that the files are not in subfolders deeper than the unit supports.

USER MANUAL Royal P3159 Multilaser

About the Operating Instructions .... 13

Major Features .... 13

Attentions 13

Function & Operation .... 13

Volume Control 13

Bass Control 13

Treble Control 14

Balance Control BAL for Front Left/Right Loudspeakers 14

Balance Control FAD for Rear Left/Right Loudspeakers 14

Manual & Automatic Tuning and Fast Forward and Rewind .... 14

Radio Mode by Band Switch Button 14

EQ: Control Button 14

Power Switch(POWER) 14

Mute Key (MUTE) 15

Mode Switch Button (MODE) 15

MMC/SD Compartment & USB Jack and the Relevant Operation 15

Clock Function 15

Equal-loudness Control Button (LOUD) 15

USB/SD Card Switch Button 15

Major Indexes 15

FM information 15

Explanation for Installation 16

Power Supply and Polarity 16

The Installation of Metallic Sheath 16

The Connection of Power Supply 16

The Connection of Loudspeaker 16

The Installation of Host Machine 16

Disassembly 16

Replacement of Fuse 16

Explanation for Common Faults 17

Solutions of Problems 17

INDICE (español)

About the Operating Instructions

The product is featured with a series of important integrated functions to guarantee high-standard reception and operation. All the designs aim at the possibility of easy operation. However, many of the functions need to be explained. For the purpose, the

Operating Instructions will enable you to be favored by the following significant features and share the best audio effect as much as possible. Before using the car, we advise you to have some acquaintance with the functions and operations through the Operating Instructions. In the Operating Instructions, all the basic operations are summarized, including some simple operations.

Major Features

Ability to play any USB disk, SD card/ MP3 files in MMC cards, Automatic memory function for 18 FM stations/ LED display/stereo control/ mute control/ (fullelectronic volume/ menu control)/equal-loudness compensation AUX IN/clock, function (24-hour system).

Attentions

• Any operation affecting your safe drive cannot be made but after parking safely.
• No working in the extremely high-temperature or low-temperature environment, e.g. the starting temperature in the car is in the extent from -10 to 55.
• To avoid any short circuit or other accidents, do not fall any metal (screw, coin or tools) into the device.
• Do not touch the automatic antenna with an earthing conductor for the avoidance of any short circuit.
• Because of the momentary high voltage caused by startup of the car, please turn on the player after the full startup of the car and turn off it if the car is to be stopped.
• While playing USB, please avoid any collision to break the player and withdraw the USB if stop playing.
• While inserting any USB or SD card, please avoid any hair or impurity entering the cassette of USB or SD card.

Function & Operation

1. SEL buttons (Big rotating knob) are volume control and menu buttons (+) (-) Bass/Tred/ Bal/ Fad/ EQ
   a) Click the big rotating round SEL button to start up the following circular selection modes of
   electronic audio: -> Bass (BASS) -> Treble (TRED);
   b) Balance of left/right loudspeakers (BAL) -> Balance of front/rear loudspeakers (FAD) ->Eq
   During any mode, the standby time surpasses 5 seconds, the system will return to the former functional mode automatically.

Volume Control

1. When the audio mode is set in the default of volume control mode, revolve SEL button clockwise/ anticlockwise to adjust the volume at will by your requirement;
2. When the audio mode is not set in the default of volume control mode, you can press SEL button repeatedly until the LED displays "VOL"; then revolve rotating volume button SEL. In this way, you can adjust the volume according to your requirement.

Bass Control

1. Press SEL button repeatedly until the LED displays "BASS";
2. A clockwise rotation can turn up the volume and an anticlockwise rotation can turn down the volume and adjust the bass effect.

Treble Control

1. Press SEL button repeatedly until the LED displays "TRE";
2. Revolve rotating volume button VOL to adjust the treble effect.

Balance Control BAL for Front Left/Right Loudspeakers

1. Press SEL button repeatedly until the LED displays "BAI";
2. Revolve SEL button clockwise/ anticlockwise to adjust the audio balance of front left/right loudspeakers.

Balance Control FAD for Rear Left/Right Loudspeakers

1. Press SEL button repeatedly until the LED displays "FAD";
2. Revolve SEL button clockwise/ anticlockwise to adjust the audio balance of front/rear loudspeakers.

Manual & Automatic Tuning and Fast Forward and Rewind

Buttons for Selecting Forwards or Backwards

a) During the reception of a radio:

Press transitorily CH+ or CH- The buttons can be operated to receive your desired broadcasting station by manual incremental tuning forward or backward. Press longtime CH+ or CH- will automatically tune to the stronger-signal broadcasting station backwards;

b) During playing a MMC/SD card or USB:

Press transitorily .The button will enter the next song; Press transitorily . The button will enter the prior song.

BAND/AMS Button (Automatic Memory for Stations and Automatic Scan for the Memory of Preset Stations)

1. Auto Scan: Hold AMS button for a few seconds, radio then automatically scan and save the received radio stations (save up to 30 stations), the radio will play the first saved chanel after the completion of automatic searching.
2. Automatic selection: Press the CH +, CH-, or the number keys to select radio stations which have been stored already. It supports the selection by the key combination (for example: press the key 1 and then press the key 2 to select the stored radio station No. 12)
3. The frequency adjustment, Automatic Tuning: press the up or down key to adjust the radio frequency in 0.1MHZ steps, hold the UP or DOWN button with long press to automatically select a radio station, it will paly the current station after it is received.

Radio Mode by Band Switch Button

Click AMS button to select your desired band.

EQ: Control Button

DSP tone (EQ off/EQ1/EQ2/EQ3)

Power Switch(POWER)

Switch on the unit by pressing the POWER, then the button light will be on. It stays the mode of FM radio before inserting the SD card and USB flash disk. Or it keeps the mode as the lastest shutdown. Press the POWER key in any mode, it will display the time, and then short press or press for 3 seconds without keying action to return to the currently displayed mode.

Mute Key (MUTE)

The button is used for controlling the mute switch: Click MUTE button to restrain sound temporally, in this way, you'll get the mute effect. If you click the button again, the normal sound will be resumed.

Mode Switch Button (MODE)

Click MODE button to switch modes among radio, AUX and MP3 playing modes.

MMC/SD Compartment & USB Jack and the Relevant Operation

During the reception of a radio, if you want to play MMC/SD or USB, you can insert MMC/SD card or USB into the corresponding hole and the player will play the songs in MMC/SD or USB automatically. Meanwhile, the relevant information will appear on the display (if MMC/SD and USB are inserted in the same time, the later inserted one will be played) and then the music will be played.

Clock Function

During standby status, click CH+ button to start time-setting status. Press button, the time can be switched between Hour and Minute modes and the relevant information will appear on the display. After 3 seconds, the display will return to the former status.

USB/SD Card Switch Button

Press MODE transitorily (when a MMC/SD card and a USB are inserted at the same time) to switch between SD and USB playing modes.

Major Indexes

• Power output: 45W 4x
• MP3 crosstalk: > 55 dB
• MP3 SNR S/N: > 60 dB
• FM crosstalk: >35 dB
• FM signal-to-Noise S/N: > 50 dB
• FM sensitivity: 30 dB S/N < 9dB
• Voltage: 12V DC car battery (the cathode is earthed))
- Current sinking: maximum - 15A (12V)
• Maximum output: 45W 4x
• Number of tracks: quadriphony

FM information

• Frequency coverage: 87,5 MHz \~108 MHz
- Usable sensitivity: 3uV
• IF (intermediate frequency): 10,7 MHz
• RCA Line Output (option)
• Output 1200 Mv (MAX)
- Playing MMC/SD and USB
- MP3 Sound System
• Frequency: 20 Hz \~ 20 kHz
• Signal to noise (MMC/SD and USB): 50dB (1 kHz)

1. A tube fuse is installed the red wire (Power) and 12V/15A tube fuse is installed in yellow wire (Battery). Therefore, replace tube fuses according to the requirements.

Explanation for Installation

Please refer to Installation Drawing.

Power Supply and Polarity:

The anode should be connected with the anode of car battery and the cathode should be earthed (the cathode of battery or body frame).

Note: To avoid any short, please connect the cathode of battery after finishing installation.

The Installation of Metallic Sheath

• Install metallic sheathes on the instrument panel (see Installation Drawing I).

- Fasten a metallic sheath on the instrument panel and remove the card on the metallic sheath with a driver to fasten the metallic sheath.

The Connection of Power Supply

- Red (ACC wire): Connect it with the anode in 12V constant voltage (it is controlled by ignition device of the car);

- Yellow (Power cable): Connect it with the 12V power switch (the power is for the player's memory).

The Connection of Loudspeaker

- The device can be adopted the loudspeaker with load impedance of 4-8. Before connecting a loudspeaker, please cut off the power to avoid any short.;

- Note: Do not contact the loudspeaker cable with the car's ground wire; especially, avoid any contact between the loudspeaker cable and power cable; otherwise, the loudspeaker will be damaged seriously.

The Installation of Host Machine

- Insert the aerial plug into the antenna pedestal (adjust the antenna for a good effect);

- Push the machine into the metallic sheath until it is locked (see Drawing II).

Disassembly:

- Remove the panel's frames and then insert two brackets into the hole until they are locked; then pull the machine out (See Drawing III, IV and V).

Replacement of Fuse

Pull out the invalid fuse and insert a new fuse with the same specification into the blank socket.

Installation Drawing

Diassembly Drawing

Simple line drawing of a fish silhouette with a rectangular object inside, no text or symbols present

Explanation for Common Faults

During using the player, common faults can be solved as the following table. If any unmentioned fault is found, please contact with the nearby franchiser immediately.

Solutions of Problems

Lack of Power Supply

The car is not ignited/ if any power supply has been installed in the car's accessory, you can turn the ignition switch to ACC/ if the fuse has broken, you can replace a new fuse/ the player cannot work normally/ if the temperature in the car is too high, you can enable the temperature to be normal and then try again.

Soundless:

If the volume is set as the minimum, you can adjust it to a proper level. Improper wiring, unsuitable or broken format of memorizer's (SD/USB) file may cause the soundless effect.

Failure of Reception of a Radio

If the antenna is not connected well or the signal is too weak, you can insert the antenna into the antenna hole firmly; if the searched broadcasting station cannot be locked in the automatic search, the station's signal may be too weak, you can select the station manually; besides, if you start MONE mode, you'll obtain a better effect.

Versión en Español

Panel de control

Installation Drawing

Diassembly Drawing

Simple line drawing of a hand holding a rectangular object with a dot and label 'drawing 3' (no other text or symbols)

Simple line drawing of a fish-like shape with two legs and a central dot, no text or symbols present