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USER MANUAL XML8100 DUAL
INSTALLATION/OWNER'S MANUAL
In-Dash AM/FM/Bluetooth® Ready Docking Station

Made for
iPod
plug

Bluetooth®
READY

Preparation
Please read entire manual before installation.
Before You Start
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Disconnect negative battery terminal. Consult a qualified technician for instructions.
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Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperatures, such as from direct sunlight, or where it would be subject to dust, dirt or excessive vibration.
Getting Started
- Remove trim ring from unit.
- Insert the supplied keys into the slots as shown, and slide the unit out of the mounting sleeve.
Install mounting sleeve into opening, bending tabs to secure. - Connect wiring harness and antenna. Consult a qualified technician if you are unsure.
- Certain vehicles may require an installation kit and/or wiring harness adapter (sold separately).
- Test for correct operation and slide into mounting sleeve to secure.
- Snap trim ring into place.


TYPICAL FRONT-LOAD DIN MOUNTING METHOD
Wiring Diagram

FUSE
When replacing the fuse, make sure new fuse is the correct type and amperage. Using an incorrect fuse could damage the radio. The XML8100 uses one 10 amp ATM fuse located beside the wiring connector.
Control Locations - Receiver (Closed)

Volume
2 Power
③ Tune / Track Down
4 Mode
⑤ Audio / Menu
⑥ Talk
⑦ Preset 1
(8) Preset 2
9 Preset 3
(10) Preset 6
(11) Preset 5
(12) Preset 4
13 End Call / Mute
14 Display
15 Tune / Track Up
16 Band/Play/Pause
Control Locations - Receiver (Open)

① LCD Display
Dock for iPod®
(3) Expansion Slot
4 Tune/TrackUp
(5)Mode
⑥ Play / Pause / Band
⑦ Tune / Track Down
(8)Reset
(9) End Call / Mute
(10) Volume Down
(11) Volume Up
(12) Talk
Control Locations - Remote

1 Mode
② Power (B)/Select
Volume Up
(4)Audio / Menu
(5) Tune / Track Up
(6) Volume Down
⑦ Scan / PS / Key #
8 Preset 2 / Random
9 Preset 3 / Intro
(10) Preset 6 / Folder Up
(11) Preset 5 / Folder Down
12 Key 9
(13) Mute / End Call
⑭ Key 0 / Display
15 Talk
16 Key 8
(17) Key 7
(18) Preset 4 / Play / Pause
19 Preset 1 / Repeat
20 Band / ESC / Key *
21 Tune / Track Down
General Operation
| Power On/Off | Press the red power button or any other button to turn the unit on. Press and hold the red power button to turn the unit off. |
| Mode | Press MODE to select between AM/FM, Auxiliary input, Bluetooth and operation of iPod modes. Modes of operation are indicated in the display. |
| Note: Operation of iPod mode will not appear unless an iPod device has been connected using the in-dash dock for iPod located behind the front panel. Bluetooth mode will not appear unless the BTM60 Bluetooth module is connected. | |
| Steering Wheel Interface Input | The steering wheel interface input located on the back of the head unit allows connection to the PAC (Pacific Accessory Corporation) SWI-PS interface module (sold separately). Visit www.pac-audio.com for details. |
| To configure steering wheel controls, follow the instructions provided with the PAC SWI-PS interface module. After installing the interface module, insert the module's 3.5mm jack into the port on the back of the head unit. | |
| Volume | Adjust volume using volume knob (00-46). |
| Mute | Press to silence the audio. "MUTE" will flash in the display. Press again to cancel. |
| Reset | Press to RESET the unit upon initial installation or if abnormal operation occurs. The reset button is located to the right of the dock, when the front panel is open. |
| Display | Press DISP to toggle between items such as clock and radio frequency. |
| Set the Clock | With the unit on, press and hold DISP until the clock begins to flash, then release. Press TUNE to adjust the hours and TUNE to adjust the minutes. Press DISP momentarily to save the selected time. |
| 12/24-Hour Clock | The clock will display 12-hour AM/PM time in USA frequency spacing mode (PM 10:00). In European frequency spacing mode, the clock will display 24-hour time (22:00). |
| Expansion Slot | The expansion slot provides an easy way to upgrade the XML8100 with new features. Check www.dualav.com for more details. |
General Operation
Setup Menu
Press and hold AUDIO/MENU for more than 3 seconds to access the setup menu, then press AUDIO/MENU to cycle through menu options. When desired option appears in the display, rotate the volume knob left/right to adjust or activate the desired function.
Menu Exit
Press BAND to exit any menu or submenu.
Setup Menu
| Menu Function | Options | Action |
| Auto Station Store | Auto Store | Press the center SELECT to seek and save 6 strong stations in the current band. Note: This option only appears in Tuner mode. |
| Tuner Frequency Spacing | Frequency US | Programs unit to USA tuner spacing.(200kHz for FM and 10kHz for AM) |
| Frequency EU | Programs unit to European tuner spacing.(50kHz for FM and 9kHz for AM) | |
| Auxiliary Input | Auxiliary On | Enables the rear RCA auxiliary input. |
| Auxiliary Off | Disables the auxiliary input. | |
| Rear/Sub RCA output | Rear/Sub Sub | Programs the Rear/Sub RCA preamp output to rear. |
| Rear/Sub Rear | Programs the Rear/Sub RCA preamp output to subwoofer. | |
| Loudness Curve | Loud Off | Disables the loudness function. |
| Loud On | Enables the loudness function. Activating this feature will enhance the bass and treble frequencies when listening to music at low volumes. | |
| Clock Display | Clock Off | Programs unit to not display the clock when the power is off. |
| Clock On | Programs unit to display the clock when the power is off. | |
| Beep Confirmation | Beep Off | Disables the confirmation beep. |
| Beep On | Enables the confirmation beep. | |
| Programmable Turn On Volume | Prog-Vol # | Programs unit to turn on at a specific volume (default is OFF). |
| Local/Distance Tuning | Local Off | Activates distance tuning. |
| Local On | Activates local tuning for strong station reception only. | |
| Power on Message | Message Off | Disables power on message. |
| Message On | Enables power on message to be displayed. | |
| Scrolling Option | Scroll Once | Programs unit to scroll once, then show the first 10 characters on the display. |
| Scroll On | Programs unit to scroll continuously. | |
| Scroll Off | Programs unit to show the first 10 characters on the display. | |
| Illumination Dimmer | Dimmer High | Programs unit to the brightest illumination level. |
| Dimmer Med | Programs unit to the middle illumination level. | |
| Dimmer Low | Programs unit to the dimest illumination level. | |
| Demonstration Mode | Demo Off | Disables the demonstration message. |
| Demo On | Enables the demonstration message. |
General Operation
| Audio | Press AUDIO/MENU momentarily to select between Bass, Treble, Balance, Fader, EQ, Subwoofer* and Source Volume Level.→BASS→TREBLE→BALANCE→FADER→EQ→SUBWOOFER*→SOURCE LEVEL→ |
| Bass | Press AUDIO/MENU until Bass appears, then rotate the volume knob left/right to adjust (-6 minimum / +6 maximum). |
| Treble | Press AUDIO/MENU until Treble appears, then rotate the volume knob left/right to adjust (-6 minimum / +6 maximum).Note: Any adjustment to the Bass or Treble settings are automatically saved as the User EQ.Bass and Treble settings are retained for each mode individually. |
| Balance | Press AUDIO/MENU until Balance appears, then rotate the volume knob left/right to adjust L12 (left) to R12 (right). Balance L=R represents equal balance. |
| Fader | Press AUDIO/MENU until Fader appears, then rotate the volume knob left/right to adjust (F12 (front) to R12 (rear). Fader F=R represents equal fader.EQPress AUDIO/MENU until EQ appears, then rotate the volume knob left/right to select between Flat, Pop, Rock, Jazz, Classic, Beat or User equalization curves. Any adjustment to the Bass or Treble settings are automatically saved as the User preset EQ. |
| Source Volume Level | The source volume level control allows a gain adjustment for each audio source: AM, FM, Auxiliary input, operation of iPod and Bluetooth. Set the source volume level for each mode, depending on the relative volume of each audio source.To set the source volume level, press AUDIO/MENU until SRC LEVEL appears. After one second, the current mode will appear on the display. Turn the volume knob to adjust the audio level of the current source (-6 minimum/+6 maximum).Note: Only the current mode will be available for adjustment. To adjust another mode of operation, press MODE until the desired mode is selected, then set the source volume level for that mode.SubwooferPress AUDIO/MENU until Sub-W appears, then press SELECT to confirm. Rotate volume knob left/right to adjust (0-12). Adjusting levels to 0 turns the subwoofer off. |
AM/FM Tuner Operation
| Seek Tuning | Press TUNE ▲or TUNE ▷for more than one second to seek the next strong station. |
| Manual Tuning | Press TUNE ▲or TUNE ▷momentarily to move radio frequency up or down one step at a time. Press and hold to advance quickly. |
| Band | Press BAND to select between FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 and AM2 bands. Up to six presets can be saved for each band. |
| Storing and Recalling Station Presets | Up to 18 FM stations and 12 AM stations can be stored. To store a station, select the desired band and station. Press and hold the desired preset button (1-6) for more than two seconds. When stored, a box will appear around the corresponding preset number in the display. The station can be recalled anytime by pressing the corresponding preset button. |
| Auto Station Store | To automatically store the 6 strongest stations to preset buttons 1-6 in the current band, press and hold AUDIO/MENU from tuner mode to enter the setup menu. While "Auto Store" is flashing on the display, press the center select button to begin the automatic station storing process. |
Dock for iPod Operation

To open the XML8100 and use the dock, pull outward from the top of the front panel.

The front panel stops when it reaches the fully open position.

The front panel will rotate open. Continue rotating the front panel downward.
Dock for iPod Operation

Some iPod devices have a thinner design, and may require changing the rear rubber support at the back of the dock for the best fit.
To change the rear rubber support, pull upward on support to remove it. Then replace the support with the thicker rubber support that is included in the box.

For the 1st generation, 2nd generation and 4th generation iPod Nano devices, the left side dock support can be replaced with a larger rubber support, for the best fit.
To change the left side rubber support, pull outward on the rubber support to remove it. Then replace the support with the larger rubber support that is included in the box.

To dock an iPod device, first spread apart the side supports of the dock. Then line up the dock connector and insert the iPod device into the dock. Release the side supports to secure the device.
Operation of iPod
Using the In-Dash Dock for iPod
Control for iPod
Song Select
Pause
Volume
Insert the iPod device into the XML8100's Dock, following the instructions on pages 11 and 12.
The iPod device can be controlled directly from the iPod device's interface, or controlled using the inside panel buttons shown below:
Press to skip to the beginning of the next song. Press to return to the beginning of the current song. Pressing again skips to the beginning of the previous song.
Press to temporarily stop playback. Press again to resume playback.
When playing an iPod device, the volume is adjustable using the volume controls on inside panel. When connected, the volume controls in the iPod device's interface are not adjustable.
iPod Device Compatibility

iPod
4th generation
20GB

iPod
5th generation (video)
30GB

iPod touch
1st generation
8GB 16GB 32GB

iPod
4th generation
40GB

iPod
5th generation (video)
60GB 80GB

iPod classic
120GB

iPod
4th generation (color display)
20GB 30GB

iPod nano
2nd generation (aluminum)
2GB 4GB 8GB

iPod nano
4th generation (video)
8GB 16GB

iPod
4th generation (color display)
40GB 60GB

iPod classic
80GB 160GB

iPod touch
2nd generation
8GB 16GB 32GB

iPod nano
1st generation
1GB 2GB 4GB

iPod nano
3rd generation (video)
4GB 8GB
Bluetooth® Operation
Overview
Connecting a Bluetooth device requires first installing and connecting the Dual BTM60 Bluetooth interface module (sold separately). When connected to a Dual Bluetooth ready head unit, the BTM60 supports the HFP (hands-free profile), A2DP (advanced audio distribution profile) and AVRCP (audio video remote control profile).
Preparation
Before you can use a mobile device with this head unit, it must be paired and connected. Please make sure that Bluetooth is activated on your mobile device before you begin the pairing process. Refer to the owner's manual of your mobile device for more details.
Bluetooth Pairing
1) To pair a Bluetooth enabled mobile phone to your head unit, press on the head unit or BTM60, or press MODE until "DUAL_BTM60" is displayed.
2) Press and hold on the head unit or BTM60 for 5 seconds, until "PAIRING" is displayed, the Bluetooth icon will flash every second. The head unit will begin to broadcast the pairing signal for 90 seconds.
3) Complete the pairing from the Bluetooth menu of your mobile device by searching for new devices. Please refer to your mobile device instructions for further information on Bluetooth pairing and connections. The Bluetooth icon will illuminate solid when connected.
The BTM60 device name is "DUAL_BTM60." The password for the DUAL BTM60 is 1234.
Paired Devices List
The XML8100 will remember the last 8 devices that were paried. To access the list of previously paired devices, follow these instructions:
- Disconnect any mobile device that may be connected by pressing once.
- Press DISP momentarily to cycle through the list of 8 previously paired devices.
- When stopped on a device number 1-8, wait 5 seconds to see the name of the device.
- If the device is not in range of the BTM60, "Unknown" will be displayed.
- Once the desired device is displayed, press or the center select button to connect.
Connection Notes
- If AUTO-CON is set to OFF, you must press to connect after pairing, and every time the XML8100 is turned on.
- From Bluetooth standby mode, press to disconnect your mobile device from the BTM60. If disconnected, press to reconnect the mobile device that was connected last to the BTM60.
Compatibility
- Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some mobile devices may be incompatible or function improperly when used with the BTM60.
Bluetooth® Operation
| Function | Description |
| Making a Phone Call | Press once. "Enter Number" will be shown, then An " _ " will appear on the display. |
| Input the desired phone number using the 0-9, *, # buttons on the remote control. Press to begin dialing. | |
| A phone call may also be placed from your mobile device using the keypad, phone book or speed dial. When a call is placed from a mobile device, "DIALING" will appear on the head unit display. | |
| Receiving a Phone Call | If an incoming call is detected, the head unit will automatically switch to Bluetooth mode, muting any current audio. |
| The incoming phone number will scroll across the display, the phone icon will flash on the display, and a ring tone will be audible from the vehicle speakers. See Bluetooth Settings for speaker configurations. | |
| Note: The ring audio level will depend the mobile device and head unit ring volume and audio settings. If the ringer on the mobile device is off, you may not hear an incoming ring tone. | |
| Press to receive a call. The phone icon in the display will illuminate. | |
| During a Phone Call | The head unit will display the elapsed time of the phone call. |
| The volume knob will adjust the volume of the call. | |
| Press to mute the BTM60's microphone during a call. | |
| Refusing a Call | To refuse an incoming phone call, press and hold for 3 seconds. |
| Ending a Phone Call | Hold for 3 or more seconds to end a call. |
| If the phone call was received, the head unit will return to previous mode when call is ended. |
Bluetooth® Operation
| Function | Description |
| Recent Call List | To view the 10 most recent calls, press ↙, then press ↙ a second time. "Recent Calls" will be displayed. |
| A list of the most recent missed, dialed, or received calls will appear, sorted by time, beginning with the most recent call. | |
| Press ↙ or ↙ to cycle through the list of recent calls. When the desired number appears on the display, press the center select button or ↙ to dial the phone number. | |
| Audio Transfer | To transfer the phone call between the head unit and the mobile device, press and hold DISP for 3 seconds during a call. Tip: transfer audio to your mobile device before turning the head unit off. |
| Call Waiting | When a second call is incoming, press ↙ to activate call waiting. The current call will be placed on hold, and the second call will be active. Press ↙ again to return to the first call. |
| Call Hold | Press ↙ to place the current call on hold. To resume the phone call, press ↙ again. |
Bluetooth Setup Menu
| Menu Function | Options | Action |
| Bluetooth Mode | Bluetooth ON | Enables the BTM60 Bluetooth Interface Module (included). The Bluetooth icon will flash every 10 seconds when a device is not connected. |
| Bluetooth OFF | Disables Bluetooth support. | |
| Auto Connect | Auto-Con ON | Allows the BTM60 to automatically (re)connect to the most recently connected mobile device. Note: Some mobile devices do not support this feature. |
| Auto-Con OFF | Disables the auto connect feature. You must press ⌽ every time to connect a mobile device. | |
| Auto Answer | Auto-Ans OFF | Disables the auto answer feature. Press ⌽ to receive an incoming call. |
| Auto-Ans ON | All incoming calls will be answered automatically - without notification. | |
| Bluetooth Audio | Speaker 2-CH | Directs the Bluetooth audio to the front speakers. |
| Speaker 4-CH | Directs the Bluetooth audio to all 4 speakers. |
*See page 7 for Setup Menu navigation
Bluetooth® Operation
Bluetooth Streaming Audio Operation
The XML8100 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).
Notes:
- To stream music to your head unit, your mobile device must support A2DP and AVRCP Bluetooth profiles. Check the owner's manual of your mobile device
- Streaming audio must be enabled from your mobile device. This option will vary depending on the device. Some devices allow streaming audio to be disabled.
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 music:
XML8100 front panel:
- The button will skip to the next available audio track.
- The button will skip to the previous audio track.
- The BAND button will toggle between play and pause during playback.
- The button will stop the audio playback.
Remote control:
- The button will skip to the next available audio track.
- The button will skip to the previous audio track.
- The / button will toggle between play and pause during playback.
- The button will stop the audio playback.
Bluetooth Reset
Resetting the Bluetooth module will remove the list of paired phones and delete the list of recent dialed, received, and missed calls from memory.
To reset the BTM60 Bluetooth module, press MODE to enter Bluetooth standby mode. Press to disconnect your mobile device, if it is connected. Press and hold MODE for 3 seconds to reset the BTM60 module. The unit will display "Reset OK" as confirmation.
Limited One Year 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 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: 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.
What to do?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 1-866-382-5476
- E-mail us at cs@dualav.com
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.
Troubleshooting - General
| Problem | Cause | Action |
| Unit will not turn on (no power) | Yellow wire not connected or incorrect voltage Red wire not connected or incorrect voltage | Check connections for proper voltage (11~16VDC) |
| Black wire not connected | Check connection to ground | |
| Fuse blown | Replace fuse | |
| Unit has power (but no sound) | Speaker wires not connected | Check connections at speakers |
| One or more speaker wires touching each other or touching chassis ground | Insulate all bare speaker wires from each other and chassis ground | |
| Unit blows fuses | Yellow or red wire touching chassis ground | Check for pinched wire |
| Speaker wires touching chassis ground | Check for pinched wire | |
| Incorrect fuse rating | Use fuse with correct rating |
Specifications
FM Tuner
Tuning range: 87.5MHz-107.9MHz
Usable sensitivity: 8.5dBf
50dB quieting sensitivity: 10dBf
Stereo separation @ 1kHz: 40dB
Frequency response: 30Hz-13kHz
AM Tuner
Tuning range: 530kHz-1710kHz
Usable sensitivity: 22uV
Frequency response: 30Hz-2.2kHz
General
Operating voltage: 11-16 VDC, negative ground
Speaker output impedance: 4~8 ohms
Line output voltage: 2 Volts RMS
Dimensions: 7'' × 7'' × 2'' (178 × 178 × 51 mm)
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications
(reference: 14.4VDC +/- 0.2V, 20Hz~20kHz)
Power Output: 17 Watts RMS x 4 channels at 4 ohms and ≤ 1% THD+N
Signal to Noise Ratio: 80dBA (reference: 1 watt into 4 ohms)
FCC Compliance
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 B 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.
Notes

Dual Electronics Corp. Toll Free: 1-866-382-5476
www.dualav.com ©2010 Dual Electronics Corp. All rights reserved.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
"Made for iPod" means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
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