1. Ro-ràdh
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. Fiosrachadh Sàbhailteachd
Gus dèanamh cinnteach à obrachadh sàbhailte agus gus casg a chur air milleadh, lean na stiùiridhean sàbhailteachd a leanas:
- Stàladh proifeiseanta air a mholadh: Due to the complexity of car electrical systems, professional installation is highly recommended. Incorrect wiring can cause damage to the unit or your vehicle.
- Solar cumhachd: Ceangail an aonad ri bataraidh càr 12V DC le talamh àicheil a-mhàin.
- Seachain Tais: Na cuir an aonad fosgailte do uisge no taiseachd gus casg a chur air teine no clisgeadh dealain.
- Fionnarachadh: Dèan cinnteach gu bheil fionnarachadh iomchaidh timcheall an aonaid gus casg a chur air cus teasachadh.
- Smachd tomhas-lìonaidh: Keep the volume at a level that allows you to hear outside traffic sounds. Excessive volume can impair your ability to drive safely.
- Glanadh: Cleachd clò bog, tioram airson glanadh. Na cleachd luchd-glanaidh sgudail no solventan.
3. Toradh thallview
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.

Figear 1: Aghaidh 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. Setup agus Stàladh
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 Liosta sgrùdaidh ro-stàlaidh
- Ensure your vehicle has a 1-DIN opening.
- Cruinnich na h-innealan riatanach (sgriùdairean, stiallan uèir, crimpers, teip dealain).
- Dì-cheangail ceann-uidhe àicheil bataraidh a’ charbaid mus tòisich thu air obair dealain sam bith.
4.2 Ceanglaichean Uèiridh
Standard wiring connections typically include:
- Uèir Bhuidhe (12V Cunbhalach): Connect to a constant 12V power source (battery) to retain memory settings.
- Red Wire (Switched 12V): Connect to an ignition-switched 12V power source.
- Uèir Dhubh (Talamh): Ceangail ri puing talmhainn glan air a’ chassis.
- Blue Wire (Antenna/AmpLifier Iomallach): Connect to your power antenna or external ampluaidhe tionndaidh iomallach liifier.
- Uèirichean Luchd-labhairt: 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.).
- Antenna DAB+: A dedicated DAB+ antenna (not always included) is required for DAB+ reception. Connect it to the appropriate input on the rear of the unit.
- Antenna FM/AM: Connect your vehicle's standard FM/AM antenna.
4.3 Cur suas an Aonaid
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. Stiùireadh Obrachaidh
5.1 Cumhachd Air/Dheth agus Meud-fhuaim
- Cumhachd air: Brùth an MODE/CUMHACHD button (usually the right-most knob) to turn the unit on.
- Cumhachd dheth: Brùth agus cùm an MODE/CUMHACHD putan.
- Smachd tomhas-lìonaidh: Rothaich an LUACHMHOR knob (usually the left-most knob or the main power knob) clockwise to increase volume, counter-clockwise to decrease.
5.2 Taghadh Stòr
Brùth an MODE button repeatedly to cycle through available sources: DAB+, FM, AM, Bluetooth, USB, SD, AUX.
5.3 Obrachadh Rèidio (DAB+/FM/AM)
- Taghadh Còmhlan: Ann am modh rèidio, brùth air an BANN button to switch between DAB1, DAB2, DAB3 (for DAB+), FM1, FM2, FM3 (for FM), and AM1, AM2 (for AM).
- Tuning fèin-ghluasadach: Brùth agus cùm an SEALLADH putanan (mar as trice >> | or |<) to automatically search for the next strong station.
- Tuning Stiùireadh: Brùth goirid air an SEALLADH putanan gus an tricead atharrachadh le làimh ceum air cheum.
- A ’stòradh presets: 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.
- A ’cuimhneachadh presets: 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 Gnìomh Bluetooth
- Càraid:
- Select Bluetooth mode on the car radio. The display will show "PAIRING" or "BT PAIR".
- Air an fhòn-smart agad, cuir Bluetooth an gnìomh agus rannsaich airson innealan a tha rim faighinn.
- 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".
- Sruthadh Fuaime (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.
- Gairm gun làmhan:
- A ’freagairt gairm: Nuair a thig fios a-steach, brùth air a’ phutan CALL button (often a green phone icon) on the radio.
- Cuir crìoch air Call: Brùth an CALL button again (often a red phone icon).
- Dial: 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.
- Cairt USB / SD:
- Cuir draibh USB flash a-steach don phort USB no cairt SD a-steach don t-slot cairt SD.
- The unit will automatically switch to USB/SD mode and begin playback. If not, press the MODE putan gus an stòr ceart a thaghadh.
- Cleachd an CLÀR/stad, CEANN AN ATH, agus TREAS GHAIDHEALACH putanan gus smachd a chumail air ath-chluich.
- Mar as trice bidh MP3 agus WMA nam measg nan cruthan claisneachd a tha a’ faighinn taic.
- Input AUX:
- Connect an external audio device (e.g., MP3 player, smartphone) to the front AUX input using a 3.5mm audio cable.
- Brùth an MODE button to select AUX source.
- Smachd air ath-chluich bhon inneal taobh a-muigh ceangailte.
5.6 Roghainnean claisneachd
Brùth an MENU 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. Cumail suas
- A 'glanadh an aonaid: Cleachd clò bog, tioram gus am pannal aghaidh agus an taisbeanadh a sguabadh. Airson salachar stòlda, beagan tiormaichte.ampen 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.
- Ùrachaidhean firmware: Check the Caliber website periodically for any available firmware updates for your model. Follow instructions carefully if performing an update.
7. A ’dèanamh trioblaid
If you encounter issues with your Caliber RMD120DAB-BT-B, refer to the following common problems and solutions:
| Trioblaid | Adhbhar a dh’fhaodadh a bhith ann | Fuasgladh |
|---|---|---|
| Gun chumhachd / Chan eil an aonad a’ tionndadh air. | Uèirleadh ceàrr; Fiùs sèidte; Cùis le bataraidh a’ charbaid. | 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. |
| Gun fhuaim. | Fuaim ro ìosal; Mothachadh air a ghnìomhachadh; Uèirleadh luchd-labhairt ceàrr; Stòr ceàrr air a thaghadh. | 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. | Gun taic file cruth; truaillte files; USB/SD card not properly inserted; Incompatible storage device. | Dèan cinnteach files are in supported formats (MP3, WMA). Reinsert the USB/SD card. Try a different USB/SD card. Format the card if necessary (FAT32). |
| Chan eil am micreofon ag obair rè ghairmean. | 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. Sònrachaidhean
| Feart | Sònrachadh |
|---|---|
| Brand | Calibre |
| Modail Àireamh | RMD120DAB-BT-B |
| Dath | Dubh |
| Teicneòlas ceangail | Bluetooth, neach-cuideachaidh |
| Seòrsa ceangail | USB seòrsa A |
| Feartan sònraichte | DAB, RDS |
| Innealan co-fhreagarrach | Fòn-smart |
| Toradh cumhachd as àirde | 4 x 75 watt |
| Modh Toraidh Fuaim | RCA |
| Rèiteachadh Sianal Fuaim timcheall | 4.0 |
| Factor foirm | 1- DIN |
9. Barantas agus Taic
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 weblàrach-lìn airson teirmichean is cumhaichean barantais mionaideach a tha sònraichte don roinn agad.
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.
Dèanadair: Calibre Europe BV