1. Introduzzjoni
This manual provides detailed instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your REI ST-5050 Short Chassis AM/FM/BT/USB/PA Radio. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the product to ensure proper operation and to prevent damage.
The REI ST-5050 is a versatile audio receiver designed for vehicle applications, featuring AM/FM/Weather Band radio, Bluetooth connectivity for audio streaming and hands-free calling, USB playback with charging capabilities, and an integrated Public Address (PA) system.
2. Informazzjoni dwar is-Sigurtà
- Installazzjoni: Professional installation is recommended to ensure correct wiring and prevent damage to the unit or vehicle's electrical system.
- Provvista tal-Enerġija: Ensure the unit is connected to a 12V DC power supply with proper grounding. Incorrect voltagjista' jikkawża ħsara.
- Operazzjoni: Tħaddimx l-unità b'mod li jtelliflek mis-sewqan. Dejjem agħti prijorità lis-sigurtà fit-triq.
- Tindif: Uża drapp artab u niexef għat-tindif. Evita prodotti tat-tindif jew solventi li joborxu.
- Temperatura: Evita li tesponi l-unità għal temperaturi estremi jew dawl tax-xemx dirett għal perjodi twal.
3. Prodott Aktarview
The following image illustrates the front panel controls and display of the REI ST-5050 radio.

Figura 3.1: Front Panel of the REI ST-5050 Radio. This image displays the radio's faceplate, featuring a central LCD screen, a large rotary volume/selection knob on the left, and various push buttons for functions such as power, mute, scan, seek, band, setup, call, source, and auxiliary input. The display shows 'FM1 CH6 RDS ST 105.9' and a clock '8:23'.
Kontrolli tal-Panew ta' Quddiem:
- Buttuna Enerġija/Mute: Press to turn the unit on/off. Press briefly to mute/unmute audio.
- VOL/SEL Knob: Rotate to adjust volume. Press to enter selection mode for menu options.
- SCN (Scan) Button: Scans through radio stations or tracks.
- SEEK Buttons (►►| / |◄◄): Used for seeking radio stations or navigating tracks.
- BND (Band) Button: Switches between AM, FM, and Weather Band radio frequencies.
- Buttuna SETUP: Jaċċessa l-menù tas-settings tas-sistema.
- Buttuni Predefiniti (1-6): Store and recall radio stations. Also used for specific functions in other modes (e.g., RPT, RDM, INT, FLD).
- CALL Button (☎): Initiates or answers a Bluetooth phone call.
- END/DIS Button (☎ with slash): Ends a Bluetooth phone call or disconnects Bluetooth.
- Buttuna SRC (Sors): Selects the audio source (AM/FM, Bluetooth, USB, AUX).
- Input AUX: Jack ta' 3.5mm għall-konnessjoni ta' apparati awdjo esterni.
4. Setup
4.1. Installazzjoni
The REI ST-5050 features a short chassis design and uses an ISO chassis connector for simplified installation. It is recommended to have the unit installed by a qualified technician to ensure proper wiring and functionality. Refer to the wiring diagram provided with the unit for specific connections.
- Konnessjoni tal-Enerġija: Connect the yellow wire to constant 12V power, the red wire to switched 12V power, and the black wire to ground.
- Konnessjonijiet tal-Ispeaker: Connect speaker wires to the appropriate outputs, ensuring correct polarity. The unit supports 50 Watts x 4 channels.
- Antenna: Connect the AM/FM antenna.
- PA System: Connect dynamic or carbon microphones to the dedicated PA inputs.
- Rear RCS Audio Input: For additional audio sources, connect to the rear RCA input jacks.
4.2. L-Ewwel Tixgħil
After installation, press the Power button (Ⓟ) to turn on the unit. The display will illuminate, and the unit will typically start in the last used audio source mode.
5. Istruzzjonijiet Operattivi
5.1. Operazzjoni Bażika
- Power On/Off: Agħfas il- Qawwa button (Ⓟ).
- Kontroll tal-Volum: Dawwar il- VOL/SEL Dawwar il-pum lejn l-arloġġ biex iżżid il-volum, kontra l-arloġġ biex tnaqqas.
- Siekta: Agħfas fil-qosor il- MUTE buttuna biex titfi jew tneħħi l-mute tal-awdjo.
- Għażla tas-Sors: Agħfas il- SRC button repeatedly to cycle through available audio sources: AM, FM, WB, Bluetooth, USB, AUX.
5.2. Radio Operation (AM/FM/WB)
- Għażla tal-Banda: Fil-modalità tar-radju, agħfas il-buttuna BND button to switch between FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1, AM2, and Weather Band (WB).
- Irfinar Manwali: Agħfas fil-qosor il- FITX buttons (►►| / |◄◄) to adjust the frequency step by step.
- Auto Seek: Agħfas u żomm il- FITX buttons (►►| / |◄◄) to automatically search for the next strong station.
- Stazzjonijiet issettjati minn qabel: To store a station, tune to the desired frequency, then press and hold one of the Buttuni Predefiniti (1-6) until you hear a beep. To recall a stored station, briefly press the corresponding Buttuna Preset. The unit stores 12 AM, 18 FM, and 7 WB presets.
- RDS (Sistema tad-Dejta tar-Radju): When available, RDS text information (station name, song title, etc.) will be displayed.
5.3. Operazzjoni Bluetooth
The unit supports Bluetooth for audio streaming and hands-free calling.
- Tqabbil:
- Select Bluetooth as the source using the SRC buttuna.
- Fuq it-tagħmir mobbli tiegħek, ippermetti l-Bluetooth u fittex tagħmir disponibbli.
- Select "REI ST-5050" from the list. If prompted for a passcode, enter "0000".
- Once paired, the unit will display a confirmation message.
- Sejħat mingħajr idejn:
- Irrispondi Sejħa: Agħfas il- SEJĦA button (☎).
- Tmiem Sejħa: Agħfas il- END/DIS button (☎ with slash).
- Agħmel Sejħa: Initiate the call from your paired phone. Audio will automatically transfer to the radio.
- Streaming tal-Awdjo: Once paired, audio from your mobile device will stream wirelessly to the radio. Use the FITX buttuni biex taqbeż il-binarji.
5.4. Operazzjoni USB
The unit features a rear Type-A USB input for MP3/WMA playback and cellphone charging.
- Connecting USB: Insert a USB flash drive into the rear USB port. The unit will automatically switch to USB mode or can be selected via the SRC buttuna.
- Daqq: The unit will automatically begin playing compatible MP3/WMA files. Uża l- FITX buttons to navigate tracks. Preset buttons 1-6 may offer functions like Repeat (RPT), Random (RDM), Intro (INT), and Folder navigation (FLD).
- Cellphone Charging: When a compatible device is connected via USB, it will charge in USB mode.
5.5. Input Awżiljarju (AUX)
Connect external audio devices (e.g., MP3 players, portable media players) to the 3.5mm AUX input on the front panel or the Rear RCS audio input jack using an appropriate cable. Select AUX as the source using the SRC buttuna.
5.6. Public Address (PA) System
The integrated PA system allows for announcements through connected speakers.
- Konnessjoni tal-mikrofonu: Connect a dynamic or carbon microphone to the designated PA input.
- Attivazzjoni: Refer to the unit's specific PA activation method, typically a dedicated button or menu option.
- Output taż-Żona: The PA system features adjustable zone output for both front and rear speakers. Adjust this setting in the SETUP menu.
5.7. Settings (SETUP)
Agħfas il- SETUP button to access the system settings menu. Use the VOL/SEL knob to navigate through options and adjust values. Settings may include:
- Audio adjustments (Bass, Treble, Balance, Fader)
- Issettjar tal-arloġġ
- PA zone output adjustment
- Il-luminożità tal-wiri
6. Manutenzjoni
- Tindif: Wipe the front panel with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or sprays.
- Backup tal-batterija: The unit includes a 10-year coin cell battery backup to retain clock and preset station memory during power loss. No user maintenance is typically required for this battery.
7 Issolvi l-problemi
| Problema | Kawża Possibbli | Soluzzjoni |
|---|---|---|
| Ebda qawwa | Wajers mhux korretti; Fjus maħruq; Problema bl-enerġija tal-vettura | Check power connections (yellow, red, black wires). Inspect vehicle fuses. Consult a technician. |
| L-ebda ħoss | Volume too low; Mute activated; Incorrect source; Speaker wiring issue | Increase volume. Deactivate mute. Select correct source. Check speaker connections. |
| Riċeviment ħażin tar-radju | Antenna mhux konnessa; Żona b'sinjal dgħajjef; Antenna bil-ħsara | Kun żgur li l-antenna hija konnessa sew. Ipprova sintonizza għal stazzjon aktar b'saħħtu. Spezzjona l-antenna għal ħsara. |
| Bluetooth mhux pairing | Bluetooth not enabled on device; Device too far; Incorrect pairing procedure | Ensure Bluetooth is on and discoverable on your device. Bring device closer. Follow pairing instructions in Section 5.3. |
| USB mhux qed jilgħab | Inkompatibbli file format; USB drive not recognized; Damaged USB drive | Tiżgura files are MP3/WMA. Try a different USB drive. Check USB port for damage. |
8. Speċifikazzjonijiet
- Mudell: REI ST-5050
- Tip tax-xażi: Chassis qasir
- Bands tar-Radju: AM/FM/Weather Band (WB)
- Daqq tal-awdjo: MP3/WMA
- Konnettività: Bluetooth (BT), USB (Rear Type-A), Auxiliary Input (Front 3.5mm, Rear RCS)
- Karatteristiċi tal-USB: MP3/WMA playback, Cellphone charge port
- Karatteristiċi tal-Bluetooth: Audio streaming, Hands-Free Calling
- PA System: Integrated, Dynamic and Carbon microphone PA inputs, Adjustable PA zone output (front/rear)
- Chassis Connector: ISO
- Stazzjonijiet issettjati minn qabel: 12 AM / 18 FM / 7 WB (stored during power loss)
- Wiri: Clock and backup, RDS text (where available)
- Backup tal-batterija: 10 Year Coin Cell Battery Backup for memory retention
- Klassifikazzjoni tal-Qawwa: 50 Watt x 4
- Radio Face Dimensions: 7.40" (Wisa') x 2.28" (Għoli)
9. Garanzija u Appoġġ
This product is covered by a manufacturer's warranty. Please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase for specific terms and conditions. For technical support, service, or warranty claims, please contact your authorized dealer or the manufacturer's customer service department.
Manifattur: RepairPart
Numru tal-Mudell: XS-11Y8Z396
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