radio controls Mercury Villager 1997 Owner's Manuals

Electronic Sound Systems
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[AS00875(ALL)03/93]
Radio Controls
[AS00900(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: The antenna will be in the up position when the
radio is playing and in the down position when the
radio is off or if a cassette or CD (if equipped with
CD changer) is playing.
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[AS01500(ALL)03/96]
How to turn the radio on and off
[AS01600(ALL)05/96]
Press the ªVOL-PUSH ONº knob or the ªAM/FMº button to
turn on the radio. Press the ªVOL-PUSH ONº knob again to
turn it off.
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[AS01625(ALL)03/96]
How to adjust the volume
[AS01650(ALL)06/95]
Turn the ªVOL-PUSH ONº knob to increase/decrease volume.
Bars illuminate in the display to show the relative volume level.
[AS01675(ALL)07/95]
NOTE: If the volume level is set above a certain listening
level when the ignition switch is turned off, when the
ignition switch is turned back on, the volume will
come back to a ªnominalº listening level. However, if
the radio power is turned off, the volume will remain
in the position it was set at when radio power is
switched back on.
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[AS01700(ALL)03/96]
Selecting the AM or FM frequency band
[AS01800(ALL)06/95]
Push the ªAM/FMº button to select the desired frequency band.
When in the radio mode, pushing the button more than once
will alternate between AM, FM1 and FM2. These functions are
used with the station memory buttons described underHow to
tune radio stations.
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[AS01900(ALL)03/96]
How to tune radio stations
[AS02000(ALL)06/95]
There are four ways for you to tune in to a particular station on
the radio. You can manually locate the station by using the
ªTUNEº function, ªSEEKº to the station, ªSCANº to the station
or select the station by using the memory buttons, which you
can set to any desired frequency.
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[AS29880(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: In some instances, the radio may have CD changer
controls, even if there is no CD changer.
[AS29905(ALL)06/95]
The digital display on the radio shows the disc and track
number. Indicators for compression on (ªCOMPº) and shuffle
on (ªSHUFFLEº) are also in the display. These features are
described in more detail later in this chapter.
[AS29925(ALL)06/95]
Once a magazine is inserted, operation of the CD changer will
override that of the cassette player or radio.
[AS29940(ALL)07/95]
NOTE: The volume, bass, treble, balance, and fader controls
on the radio are also used with the CD changer.
[AS29960(ALL)06/95]
Slide the CD door all the way to the right. Insert the magazine
into the magazine opening. If a magazine is already loaded,
pressing ªCDº will start CD play. For the first three seconds
after a disc starts playing, the radio display shows the disc
number (CD-01 for disc 1). From seconds four through six, the
track number is shown (TR-02 for track 2). For the remainder of
the track, the display shows the disc and track number (01-02
for disc 1, track 2).
[AS30100(ALL)06/95]
When the disc reaches the end, the disc changer automatically
goes to the beginning of the next disc and resumes playing.
[AS30120(ALL)06/95]
How to eject the CD magazine
[AS30140(ALL)06/95]
Press the eject button on the lower left of the CD changer to
eject the magazine whether or not the audio system is on.
[AS30300(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: If the ignition key is turned OFF during play and
then is set to the ON or ACCESSORY position, the
CD changer will resume playing in the mode
(radio/tape/CD) it was in when ignition was turned
off.
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Electronic Sound Systems
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[AS32400(ALL)06/95]
Rear Seat Radio Control Operation
[AS32410(ALL)06/95]
13-1/2 pica
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Rear seat radio controls
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[AS32420(ALL)06/95]
How to turn the rear seat radio controls on and off
[AS32440(ALL)06/95]
Press memory preset buttons ª3º and ª5º simultaneously on the
face of your radio to turn the rear seat radio controls on. A
headphones symbol (j) will appear in the display when the
rear seat controls are on. Press ª3º and ª5º simultaneously
again to turn rear seat radio controls off.
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[AS32460(ALL)03/96]
How to adjust the volume
[AS32480(ALL)06/95]
Press the right (R) side of the ªVOLUMEº rocker switch to
increase volume, and push the left (s) side to decrease the
volume of the rear speakers.
[AS32500(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Rear seat control volume can be set no higher than
current radio setting.
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Using the ªPROGRAM ADVANCEº button
[AS32540(ALL)06/95]
This button has different functions depending on the audio
source. In radio mode, pressing this button will cycle through
the memory presets for the given frequency band (AM, FM1,
FM2). In the cassette mode, pressing this button will change
tape sides. During the CD operation, this button will cycle
through the discs (one button push, one disc advance).
[AS32560(ALL)06/95]
Using the ªSOURCE SELECTº button
[AS32580(ALL)05/96]
This button will cycle through all modes. The cycle order is as
follows: AM, FM1, FM2, tape, CD (if equipped).
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[AS32600(ALL)06/95]
How to turn the speakers on and off
[AS32620(ALL)06/95]
When the rear seat controls are on, push the ªSPKRS, ON-OFFº
button to turn all speakers off. Push again to turn all speakers
on.
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[AS32640(ALL)06/95]
Using headphones with the rear seat controls
[AS32660(ALL)03/96]
Two 3.5 mm headphone jacks have been provided on the rear
seat controls. Plug headphones into the provided jack(s) to
operate headphones. Note that the headphones can be used only
when the speakers are off.
[AS32680(ALL)06/95]
Using the ªSEEKº button
[AS32700(ALL)06/95]
This button has different functions for each source (mode). In
radio mode, pressing ªSEEKº proceeds to the previous or next
station. In cassette mode, this button is an Automatic Music
Search (AMS), moving to the next or previous selection on the
tape. In CD mode, this button moves to the beginning of the
next or previous track.
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[AS32720(ALL)06/95]
How to Use Your Steering Wheel Audio
Controls (If equipped)
[AS32740(ALL)06/95]
If your vehicle is equipped with steering wheel audio controls,
the controls are located on the inner right rim of the steering
wheel. These controls duplicate some of the audio functions.
[AS32760(ALL)06/95]
How to adjust volume
[AS32780(ALL)06/95]
Press the up arrow button (
c) to increase the volume.
[AS32800(ALL)06/95]
Press the down arrow button (
d) to decrease the volume.
[AS32820(ALL)06/95]
Using the ªNEXTº button
[AS32840(ALL)07/95]
This control has different functions for each source (mode). In
the radio mode, the radio will cycle through the memory
presets for the given frequency band. In cassette mode, the tape
advances to the next selection. In CD mode, the CD will move
to the next track on the given disc.
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[AS35200(ALL)04/96]
Common Radio Reception Conditions
[AS35300(ALL)03/93]
Several conditions affect FM reception and can result in noise or
interference in the reception. These are:
[AS35400(ALL)05/96]
Distance/Strength
[AS35500(ALL)05/94]
The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance
the signal must travel. The listenable range of an average FM
signal is approximately 25 miles (40 km). Beyond this distance,
the radio is operating in a ªfringeº area and the signal becomes
weaker.
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[CF00600(ALL)01/96]
The controls for the climate control systems, headlamps, clock,
radio, rear window washer and wiper, hazard flasher, power
switch, and speed control are all on the instrument panel.
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[CF00700(ALL)01/96]
Climate Control Systems
[CF00800(ALL)03/96]
13-1/2 pica
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Climate control system panel
[CF00900(ALL)01/96]
Function Selector Buttons
[CF00950(ALL)03/96]
There are six function selector buttons: OFF, Mix, Defrost, Panel,
Panel/Floor, and Floor. When you press a function selector
button, the indicator light on the button will illuminate. If your
vehicle is equipped with a rear passenger compartment climate
control system, the instrument panel will also include a rear seat
function selector.
[CF01000(ALL)01/96]
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The OFF button shuts off the air supply to all outlets and
stops all fan operations. Use this setting when driving
through an area where outside air is unpleasant or dusty.
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Automatic Temperature Control System
[CF08400(ALL)01/96]
The control for your Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) is
located at the center of the instrument panel above the radio.
The ATC operates only when the ignition key is turned to the
ON position and the vehicle is running.
[CF08500(ALL)05/96]
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To turn the ATC on, push the AUTOMATIC button or any of
the five airflow function selector buttons:P,V,Q,S,or
R.
[CF08700(ALL)01/96]
To turn the ATC off, press the OFF button.
[CF08800(ALL)01/96]
To change the temperature in the display window, select any
temperature between65ÊF (18ÊC) and 85ÊF (29ÊC)using the
d
TEMP
cbutton.
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[CF18300(ALL)01/96]
You can turn the map lamps on and off by pressing the
switches next to the lamps.
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[CF18400(ALL)01/96]
Radio
[CF18500(ALL)01/96]
For information about the radio in your vehicle, refer to the
Electronic Sound Systemschapter in this owner guide.
[CF18600(ALL)01/96]
Clock Controls on Electronic Radios
[CF18700(ALL)01/96]
The electronic radios have a built-in clock. For complete
operating instructions, refer to theElectronic Sound Systems
chapter in this owner guide.
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[CF18800(ALL)03/96]
Radio Antenna
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[CF18900(ALL)01/96]
The fixed radio antenna is mounted on the front fender on the
passenger's side of the vehicle.
[CF19000(ALL)04/96]
Power Antenna (If equipped)
[CF19100(ALL)01/96]
The power antenna is located on the front fender on the
passenger's side of the vehicle. It will automatically raise when
the radio is turned on and lower when the radio is turned off.
[CF19200(ALL)04/96]
NOTE: The radio must be turned off so that the antenna will
retract prior to entering a car wash. Failure to retract
the antenna could result in damage to the antenna,
antenna base, or vehicle.
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[CF19300(ALL)05/96]
The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to
give you easy access to the controls while you are driving.
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[CF19325(ALL)03/96]
Coin Tray
[CF19330(ALL)03/96]
The slide-out coin tray is located in the instrument panel for
your convenience. It is located below the radio controls.
[CF19340(ALL)03/96]
13-1/2 pica
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Coin tray
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Controls and Features
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[CF73600(ALL)05/96]
By pressing the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once, you
can unlock the driver's side door. Pressing the UNLOCK button
a second time within six (6) seconds of unlocking the driver's
door will unlock the other doors. The interior lamp will turn on
and stay on for thirty (30) seconds.
[CF73700(ALL)05/96]
By pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter once, all the
doors will lock, the parking lamps flash twice and the horn
chirps. When the LOCK button is pushed with all the doors
locked, the parking lamps flash twice and the horn chirps to
confirm that the doors are already locked.
[CF73800(ALL)01/96]
Using the Panic Alarm
[CF73900(ALL)01/96]
If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may
activate the alarm to call attention to it.
[CF74000(ALL)04/96]
To activate the PANIC alarm, push and hold the PANIC button
on the remote for longer than 1.5 seconds. The horn will sound
and the headlamps and tail lights will flash for thirty (30)
seconds. To turn off the alarm, press the LOCK or UNLOCK
buttons or hold the PANIC button down for longer than 1.5
seconds.
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[CF74100(ALL)03/96]
Replacing the Batteries
[CF74200(ALL)01/96]
The remote entry transmitter is powered by two coin type
Sanyo CR2016 3 volt batteries (included). If you notice a
significant decrease in operating range, the batteries should be
replaced. Replacement batteries can be purchased at most
pharmacies, watch stores or at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer.
[CF74300(ALL)01/96]
NOTE: The operating range of the remote entry system can
also be affected by weather conditions (such as very
cold temperatures) or structures around the vehicle
(buildings, other vehicles, radio and TV towers, etc.).
Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 49
feet (15 meters) away from your vehicle.
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