1. Sarrera
Thank you for choosing the Caliber RMD120DAB-BT-B Car Radio. This 1-DIN car radio combines modern audio features with a classic retro design, making it a versatile addition to your vehicle. It offers a wide range of connectivity options including Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming and hands-free calling, DAB+ for superior digital radio quality, and traditional FM/AM radio. Additionally, it supports media playback via USB, SD card, and AUX input.
This manual provides detailed instructions for installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure you get the most out of your new car radio. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the product and keep it for future reference.
2. Segurtasun informazioa
Funtzionamendu segurua bermatzeko eta kalteak saihesteko, jarraitu segurtasun-jarraibide hauek:
- Instalazio profesionala gomendatzen da: Due to the complexity of car electrical systems, professional installation is highly recommended. Incorrect wiring can cause damage to the unit or your vehicle.
- Elikatze-iturria: Connect the unit only to a 12V DC car battery with a negative ground.
- Saihestu hezetasuna: Ez jarri unitatea euripean edo hezetasunean, suteak edo deskarga elektrikoak saihesteko.
- Aireztapena: Ziurtatu unitatearen inguruan aireztapen egokia dagoela gehiegi berotzea saihesteko.
- Bolumen kontrola: Keep the volume at a level that allows you to hear outside traffic sounds. Excessive volume can impair your ability to drive safely.
- Garbiketa: Erabili zapi leun eta lehor bat garbitzeko. Ez erabili garbitzaile edo disolbatzaile urratzailerik.
3. Produktua amaitu daview
The Caliber RMD120DAB-BT-B is designed for ease of use and integration into various vehicle dashboards, particularly those with a retro aesthetic. Key features include:
- Bluetooth for audio streaming (A2DP) and hands-free calling.
- DAB+ digital radio tuner for high-quality audio reception.
- FM/AM radio with RDS EON function for traffic information.
- USB port and SD card slot for media playback.
- Front AUX input for external audio devices.
- 4 x 75 Watt maximum power output.
- Standard 1-DIN size for easy replacement of existing car radios.

1. irudia: Aurrealdea view of the Caliber RMD120DAB-BT-B Car Radio, showing the display, control knobs, and buttons.

Figure 2: The Caliber RMD120DAB-BT-B Car Radio seamlessly integrated into a classic car's dashboard, highlighting its retro design.
4. Konfigurazioa eta instalazioa
This section provides general guidelines for installing your car radio. For specific wiring diagrams, please refer to the separate installation guide or consult a professional installer.
4.1 Instalazioaren aurreko kontrol zerrenda
- Ensure your vehicle has a 1-DIN opening.
- Gather necessary tools (screwdrivers, wire strippers, crimpers, electrical tape).
- Deskonektatu ibilgailuaren bateriaren terminal negatiboa edozein lan elektriko hasi aurretik.
4.2 Kableatutako konexioak
Standard wiring connections typically include:
- Hari Horia (12V konstantea): Connect to a constant 12V power source (battery) to retain memory settings.
- Red Wire (Switched 12V): Connect to an ignition-switched 12V power source.
- Kable beltza (lurra): Konektatu xasisaren lurrerako puntu garbi batera.
- Hari urdina (antena/Amplifier Remote): Connect to your power antenna or external amplifier urrutiko pizteko beruna.
- Bozgorailu hariak: Connect to your vehicle's speakers, ensuring correct polarity for each speaker (e.g., white/white-black for front left, grey/grey-black for front right, etc.).
- DAB+ Antenna: A dedicated DAB+ antenna (not always included) is required for DAB+ reception. Connect it to the appropriate input on the rear of the unit.
- FM/AM antena: Connect your vehicle's standard FM/AM antenna.
4.3 Unitatea muntatzea
Slide the metal mounting sleeve into the dashboard opening. Bend the tabs to secure it. Insert the car radio into the sleeve until it clicks into place.
5. Funtzionamendu-argibideak
5.1 Piztea/Itzaltzea eta Bolumena
- Piztu: Sakatu MODUA/POTENTZIA button (usually the right-most knob) to turn the unit on.
- Itzali: Eduki sakatuta MODUA/POTENTZIA botoia.
- Bolumen kontrola: Biratu BOLUMENA knob (usually the left-most knob or the main power knob) clockwise to increase volume, counter-clockwise to decrease.
5.2 Iturria hautatzea
Sakatu MODUA button repeatedly to cycle through available sources: DAB+, FM, AM, Bluetooth, USB, SD, AUX.
5.3 Irratiaren funtzionamendua (DAB+/FM/AM)
- Bandaren hautaketa: Irrati moduan, sakatu BANDA button to switch between DAB1, DAB2, DAB3 (for DAB+), FM1, FM2, FM3 (for FM), and AM1, AM2 (for AM).
- Sintonizazio automatikoa: Eduki sakatuta BILATU buttons (usually >> | or |<) hurrengo irrati sendoa automatikoki bilatzeko.
- Eskuzko sintonizazioa: Sakatu labur BILATU buttons to manually adjust the frequency step by step.
- Aurrezarpenak gordetzea: Tune to your desired station. Press and hold one of the preset buttons (1-6) until you hear a beep, indicating the station is saved.
- Aurrezarpenak gogoratzen: Briefly press the corresponding preset button (1-6) to recall a saved station.
- RDS EON: The radio supports RDS EON, providing traffic announcements and other information on FM stations where available.
Note: Some users have reported that only 6 DAB presets are available, despite the manual potentially indicating more. This may vary by firmware version.
5.4 Bluetooth funtzionamendua
- Parekatzea:
- Select Bluetooth mode on the car radio. The display will show "PAIRING" or "BT PAIR".
- Zure telefonoan, gaitu Bluetooth-a eta bilatu eskuragarri dauden gailuak.
- Select "Caliber RMD120DAB-BT-B" (or similar name) from the list.
- If prompted, enter the PIN code (usually "0000").
- Once paired, the display will show "CONNECTED" or "BT MUSIC".
- Audio erreprodukzioa (A2DP): Play music on your paired smartphone, and it will stream wirelessly to the car radio. Use the radio's controls (play/pause, next/previous track) or your phone's controls.
- Esku libreko deiak:
- Dei bati erantzutea: Dei bat jasotzen denean, sakatu DEITU button (often a green phone icon) on the radio.
- Dei bat amaitzea: Sakatu DEITU button again (often a red phone icon).
- Markatzea: Use your phone to dial, and the audio will route through the car radio.
5.5 USB / SD Card / AUX Playback

Figure 3: The car radio showing the USB port and SD card slot, with a USB stick and SD card for illustration.
- USB/SD txartela:
- Sartu USB flash unitate bat USB atakan edo SD txartel bat SD txartelaren zirrikituan.
- Unitatea automatikoki USB/SD modura aldatuko da eta erreprodukzioa hasiko da. Bestela, sakatu botoia MODUA botoia iturri zuzena hautatzeko.
- Erabili JOLASTU/PAUSTU, HURRENGO PISTA, eta AURREKO PISTA erreprodukzioa kontrolatzeko botoiak.
- Onartutako audio formatuen artean normalean MP3 eta WMA daude.
- AUX sarrera:
- Connect an external audio device (e.g., MP3 player, smartphone) to the front AUX input using a 3.5mm audio cable.
- Sakatu MODUA button to select AUX source.
- Control playback from the connected external device.
5.6 Audio ezarpenak
Sakatu MENUA or DSP button (if available) to access audio settings such as Bass, Treble, Balance, Fader, and Equalizer presets. Rotate the volume knob or use the seek buttons to adjust values.
6. Mantentzea
- Unitatea garbitzea: Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the front panel and display. For stubborn dirt, slightly dampen the cloth with water. Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents (e.g., alcohol, benzene, thinners) as they can damage the finish or display.
- Removable Faceplate (if applicable): If your model has a removable faceplate, handle it carefully. Store it in a protective case when removed to prevent scratches or damage.
- Firmware eguneraketak: Check the Caliber webZure modeloarentzako firmware eguneratzeak ikusteko, bisitatu webgunea aldian-aldian. Jarraitu argibideei arretaz eguneratze bat egiten ari bazara.
7. Arazoak
If you encounter issues with your Caliber RMD120DAB-BT-B, refer to the following common problems and solutions:
| Arazoa | Kausa posiblea | Irtenbidea |
|---|---|---|
| Argindarrik ez / Unitatea ez da pizten. | Kableatu okerra; Fusible erreta; Ibilgailuaren bateriaren arazoa. | Check power and ground connections. Inspect the fuse (usually located on the rear of the unit or in the vehicle's fuse box). Ensure the car battery is charged. |
| Soinurik ez. | Bolumena baxuegia; Isilarazi aktibatuta; Bozgorailuen kableatu okerra; Hautatutako iturri okerra. | Increase volume. Check if mute is active. Verify speaker connections. Ensure the correct audio source (Radio, BT, USB, AUX) is selected. |
| Poor radio reception (FM/AM/DAB+). | Antenna not connected or damaged; Weak signal area; DAB+ antenna not installed or faulty. | Check antenna connection. Ensure DAB+ antenna is properly installed and connected. Try tuning in a different location. |
| Bluetooth not connecting or poor audio. | Device not paired; Bluetooth interference; Device too far. | Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your phone and the radio is in pairing mode. Re-pair the device. Move the phone closer to the radio. |
| USB/SD card not recognized or playback issues. | Onartu gabe file formatua; hondatuta files; USB/SD card not properly inserted; Incompatible storage device. | Ziurtatu files are in supported formats (MP3, WMA). Reinsert the USB/SD card. Try a different USB/SD card. Format the card if necessary (FAT32). |
| Mikrofonoa ez dabil deietan zehar. | Microphone not connected (if external); Microphone faulty; Volume too low. | Ensure the microphone is properly connected. Check microphone settings on the unit. Increase call volume. |
If the problem persists after trying these solutions, please contact Caliber customer support or your dealer for assistance.
8. Zehaztapenak
| Ezaugarri | Zehaztapena |
|---|---|
| Marka | Kalibrea |
| Modelo zenbakia | RMD120DAB-BT-B |
| Kolorea | Beltza |
| Konektibitate Teknologia | Bluetootha, laguntzailea |
| Konektore mota | USB A mota |
| Ezaugarri bereziak | DAB, RDS |
| Gailu bateragarriak | Smartphone |
| Gehienezko potentzia irteera | 4 x 75 watt |
| Audio irteera modua | RCA |
| Inguruko soinu-kanalaren konfigurazioa | 4.0 |
| Forma-faktorea | 1-DIN |
9. Bermea eta Laguntza
Caliber products are designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards. In the unlikely event of a defect, Caliber offers a warranty on this product. Please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase or visit the official Caliber webzure eskualdeko berme-baldintza zehatzak ikusteko, bisitatu webgunea.
For technical support, troubleshooting assistance, or inquiries about spare parts, please contact your authorized Caliber dealer or visit the Caliber Europe BV website for contact information. When contacting support, please have your product model number (RMD120DAB-BT-B) and proof of purchase readily available.
Fabrikatzailea: Calibre Europe BV