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Dual DC535Bi CD receiver

Item # 070DC535BI

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Item # 070DC535BI

About the Dual DC535Bi

Ken Nail

The display's the difference

I've seen some impressive car stereo displays over the years, but Dual's DC535Bi CD receiver sets a standard that's pretty hard to top. The slim chassis of this receiver boasts a bright 3" color LCD screen for a unique look that really pops when it's installed in your dash. Artist and track info, Pandora® stations, phone numbers, and more are on display and easy to read when you're behind the wheel.

The display's the difference

I've seen some impressive car stereo displays over the years, but Dual's DC535Bi CD receiver sets a standard that's pretty hard to top. The slim chassis of this receiver boasts a bright 3" color LCD screen for a unique look that really pops when it's installed in your dash. Artist and track info, Pandora® stations, phone numbers, and more are on display and easy to read when you're behind the wheel.

Bluetooth® offers more

The DC535Bi really kicks into gear when you pair your mobile device with it. When a call comes in, press the talk button and chat away without fumbling for your phone. The receiver's built-in microphone ensures easy installation — no running a wire to a remote location. And if you're like me, you'll appreciate how easy it is to listen to your favorite podcasts or Internet radio with wireless Bluetooth audio streaming.

Media mastery

When you're not streaming audio from your iPhone, plug it into the front-panel USB input, and take charge of your playlists and Pandora from the receiver's controls. And if you prefer discs, just slide your CDs in and rock down the highway. The DC535Bi plays your regular CDs, plus one's you've loaded with MP3 or WMA files too. You can shape the tone with the 3-band parametric EQ, or just punch in one of the seven preset tone curves.

Want to keep your car's steering wheel audio controls?

In most cars, you'll need an adapter to retain those controls with this car stereo. Connect a few wires, then program the adapter for your particular car and radio, and you'll retain the convenience of your steering wheel controls. You'll see the adapters that work with your vehicle when you add this receiver to your cart.

Bluetooth note: Use of this receiver's Bluetooth features will depend upon your phone's Bluetooth capabilities. Learn more in our article explaining Bluetooth profiles.

iPod/smartphone note: If you're going to use your iPod or smartphone with this receiver, be sure to check "Details" for compatibility information.

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Product highlights:

    General Features:
    • CD receiver with AM/FM tuner
    • built-in amplifier (18 watts RMS CEA-2006/60 peak x 4 channels)
    • built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling and audio streaming
    • manual fold-down detachable face with 3" color TFT LCD display
    • remote control
    Smartphone Features (see Details for info on compatibility with specific smartphones and apps):
    • built in iPod and iPhone controls
    • Pandora control with iPhone
    Audio Features:
    • plays CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs, and USB memory devices (see Details for full capabilities)
    • 3-band parametric equalizer with seven preset tone settings
    • low-pass filter
    • subwoofer level control
    Expandability:
    • inputs: front panel auxiliary and USB inputs
    • outputs: 6-channel preamp outputs (2-volt front, rear, and subwoofer)
    Other Info:
    • compatible with most factory steering wheel audio controls (adapter required)
    • CEA-2006 compliant
    • warranty: 1 year
    • MFR # DC535Bi

    What's in the box:

    • CD receiver (10A fuse)
    • Sleeve (installed)
    • Trim-ring (installed)
    • Wiring harness
    • Remote control (CR2025 battery installed)
    • 8 ISO screws
    • Rear-support bolt
    • Lock washer
    • Hex nut
    • Quick Start Guide
    • "Attention" note

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    Features & specs

    Expandability
    AUX Input Front
    Audio/video Input ---
    USB Input Front
    USB Port Power ---
    Backup Camera Input No
    Second Camera Input No
    CarPlay No
    Android Auto No
    Siri Control No
    Alexa Voice Control
    Android Control No
    Memory Card Slot USB
    Bluetooth Compatible Built-in
    Satellite Radio Ready No
    HD Radio No
    Navigation ---
    iPod Compatibility
    Full size Classic, 5th gen
    Nano 7/6/5/4/3/2/1
    Touch 6/5/4/3/2/1
    iPhone 7+/7/6S+/6S/6+/6/5S/5C/5/4S/4/
    General
    RMS Power (CTA-2006) 18 watts
    RMS Power (Manufacturer) ---
    Peak Output 60 watts
    RMS Power Bandwidth 20-20kHz
    Preamp Outputs 6-channel
    Sub Preamp Outputs No
    Switchable Rear Preamp Outputs No
    Video Screen No
    Navigation App Compatible (iOS)
    Navigation App Compatible (Android)
    Preamp Voltage 2 volts
    Screen Size ---
    Screen Type ---
    Display Color Multi-color
    Key Button Color Blue
    EQ Bands 3
    Wireless Remote Yes
    Steering Wheel Control Compatible Adapter required
    Parts Warranty 1 Year
    Labor Warranty 1 Year
    Tuner
    FM Sensitivity 8.5 dBf
    European Tuning Yes
    Seek/Scan Seek
    Radio Data System No
    File Playback
    Music File Playback MP3, WMA
    High-res Playback N
    The Dual DC535Bi replaces these items:

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    Built-in Bluetooth
    iPod/Aux Integration
    AM/FM + Pandora Radio
    CD & USB Playback
    Audio Section
    Display & Remote Features

    Built-in Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Technology: The Dual DC535Bi is equipped with built-in Bluetooth allowing you to make and receive phone calls wirelessly through the receiver; as well as stream music wirelessly from your smartphone to the head unit. In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology, your phone must also be Bluetooth compatible and be able to interpret certain profiles. This unit is compatible with the following Bluetooth Profiles:

    • Hands-Free Communication: HFP 1.5 (Hands Free Profile)
    • Audio Streaming: A2DP 1.2 (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), AVRCP 1.3 (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile).

    Pairing: Before using your Bluetooth enabled device, it must be paired to the DC535Bi. You can only pair one device at a time with this unit. Once paired, when your Bluetooth device is in close proximity to the Dual receiver, the auto connection function automatically connects the two units. The Dual DC535Bi is compatible with most Bluetooth enabled mobile phones, including the Apple iPhone, Blackberry, Windows, and Android smartphones.

    Note: Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some Bluetooth enabled devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or may not support all features when used with the Dual DC535Bi.

    Hands-Free Communication w/ Integrated Mic: The Dual DC535Bi allows for wireless communication between the head unit and your Bluetooth enabled smartphone. Use the integrated front-panel microphone to speak into during your phone conversation, while the other party will be heard through your vehicle's speakers. Your car audio speakers will mute automatically during a call.

    • Answering A Call: You can answer an incoming call from the head unit's front-panel control or included remote; or you can set the head unit to auto answer all incoming calls. Incoming phone call information will be displayed on the unit's front-panel LCD. 
    • Making A Call: You can manually dial a phone number from the head unit's front-panel controls, as well as quickly redial the last number from the head unit. You can also choose a phone number from a list of recently dialed, received, or missed calls using the head unit's front-panel controls. This head unit does not offer phonebook transfer.

    Bluetooth Audio (A2DP/AVRCP): The Dual DC535Bi also allows you to play back stored music and streamed music apps from your Bluetooth enabled smartphone, tablet, or personal music player using a Bluetooth connection. Playback controls included Play/Pause & Next/Previous Track. This unit does not display song/artist information from Bluetooth audio devices.

    iPod/Aux Integration

    USB 1-Wire iPod/iPhone Control: The Dual DC535Bi's front-panel USB port allows you to connect your iPod/iPhone via the included Dock- or Lightning-to-USB cable that comes with your iPod/iPhone (not included with the head unit). This USB 1-Wire for iPod/iPhone connection provides audio playback (for both stored music & music apps), metadata display, control, and charging of select iPod/iPhones through the Dual CD receiver.

    • Music Browsing: The DC535Bi allows you to browse your iPod/iPhone's stored music by Artist, Album, Song, Playlist, Podcast from the head unit's front-panel controls. The unit also provides Fast Forward/Reverse, Previous/Next Track, Repeat/Random, and Intro Scan for your connected iPod/iPhone. Newer iPod/iPhones with iOS 6.0+ allow you to continue to access your Apple device's touchscreen in this mode in order to access other applications; older iPod/iPhone devices will be locked during connection. You can also choose manual mode to control your iPod/iPhone device from its touchscreen or clickwheel.
    • Information Display: The head unit will display your iPod/iPhone's music file information; including Track #, Elapsed playing time, Song title, Artist name, and Album title.
    • Charging: While connected and the ignition switch is set to ACC or ON, the head unit's USB connection will power and charge (0.5A max) your iPod/iPhone. If your iPod/iPhone has no initial battery charge, then this unit will not recognize it.

    Apple Device Compatibility Chart: The Dual DC535Bi is "Made for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone model features (as of 1/31/2016):

    Apple Device Generation Tested Version Media Type Control Type Display Type Bluetooth Charge
    Audio Video Head Unit iPod/iPhone Pandora Artist/Song Text Track Info Phone Audio
    iPhone
    2G 3.1.3 Y N Y N N Y Y Y N Y
    3G 4.2.1 Y N Y N N Y Y Y Y Y
    3GS 6.1.6 Y N Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y
    4 7.1.2 Y N Y Y N Y Y Y Y Y
    4S 9.3.5 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
    SE 10.2.1 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
    5/5C/5S 10.2.1 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
    6//6+/6S/6S+ 10.2.1 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
    7/7+ 10.2.1 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
    touch
    1st 2.2.1 Y N Y N N Y Y N N Y
    2nd 4.2.1 Y N Y N N Y Y N Y Y
    3rd 5.1.1 Y N Y N N Y Y N Y Y
    4th 6.1.6 Y N Y Y N Y Y N Y Y
    5th 9.3.5 Y N Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y
    6th 10.2.1 Y N Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y
    nano
    1st 1.3.1 Y N Y N N Y Y N N Y
    2nd 1.1.3 Y N Y N N Y Y N N Y
    3rd 1.1.3 Y N Y N N Y Y N N Y
    4th 1.0.4 Y N Y N N Y Y N N Y
    5th 1.0.2 Y N Y N N Y Y N N Y
    6th 1.2 PC Y N Y N N Y Y N N Y
    7th 1.02 PC Y N Y N N Y Y N Y Y
    classic 80GB 1.1.2 Y N Y N N Y Y N N Y
    120GB 2.0.1 Y N Y N N Y Y N N Y
    160GB 2.0.4 Y N Y N N Y Y N N Y
    video 5th 1.3 Y N Y N N Y Y N N Y
    Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset the head unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is available.

    AUX Input: There is a front-panel 3.5mm auxiliary input for connecting a temporary external portable audio device, such as a portable MP3 player.

    AM/FM + Pandora Radio

    AM/FM Tuner: The Dual DC535Bi features a built-in AM/FM tuner with manual, seek, and preset tuning. You can store up to 18 FM station presets and 12 AM station presets (manually or automatically). The Local function allows only strong radio stations to be received, blocking stations with weaker signals. You can even switch the tuner between USA or European tuning.

    Pandora App: The Pandora App (free) lets you play music from the Pandora music service through the Dual DC535Bi using your USB-connected Apple iPhone (iOS 9.0+), via the cable that came with your iPhone device or a 3rd party Apple certified cable (sold separately). Your iPhone will need an active Data Plan account with connection to the Internet via 3G, EDGE, or WiFi. You will also need a Pandora music service account.

    • Music Control: The receiver provides control over the Pandora music service. You can select Pandora stations from your station list and sort them by date or alphabetically (A-Z). New stations can be created based on the current songs or artists playing. You can also skip song tracks within a station. You can even give songs a thumbs up or thumbs down.
    • Song/Artist Display: The Dual in-dash receiver will also display your Pandora station's song/artist information such as artist name, song title, and album title.
    Note: Access to the Pandora  service will depend on the availability of a cellular and/or WiFi network for purposes of allowing your iPhone to connect to the Internet. Pandora is not supported in Canada and only available in the United States.
    CD & USB Playback

    CD Compatibility: The Dual DC535Bi head unit supports CD-Audio, CD-Text, CD-R, and CD-RW disc playback. The head unit supports playback of MP3/WMA music files recorded onto CD-R and CD-RW discs.

    • Off Insert/Eject: A CD disc can be inserted or ejected with the power off. When a disc is inserted with the power off, the unit will automatically power up and begin playback.
    • Auto Reload: If a disc is ejected and not removed within 10 seconds, the unit will reload the disc.

    USB Port: The Dual DC535Bi is equipped with front-panel USB (type-A) which enables connection of a portable USB mass-storage class (MSC) device; such as USB thumbdrive (up to 64GB) or portable digital music player. The head unit supports playback of MP3/WMA  music files stored on a compatible USB mass storage device. The unit's USB port will also charge (max. 1A) your USB devices during connection.

    Note: This head unit's USB port is not compatible with Android devices

    Compatible Compressed Music Files: The DC535Bi supports the following types of MP3/WMA music files recorded onto CD-R/RW disc or loaded onto a USB mass storage class device.

    Media Type CD-R/RW USB Storage Device
    File System ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Yellow Book Mode 1/2, Multi-Session FAT 32
    Playable File Types  MP3: bit rate of 32-320 kbps w/ sampling rate of 8-48 kHz
    WMA:
    bit rate of 32-192 kbps w/ sampling rate of 32-48 kHz
    Maximum # of Folders/Files 500 Folders/999 Files
    Tags ID3 tags (ver. 1.0-2.4), WMA tags

    Playback & Search Functions: The DC535Bi offers a variety of playback and search functions so you can find and enjoy your music better.

    • File/Folder Search: This search function allows navigation through compressed music files' folders to find a specific file or for playback.
    • Repeat: You can repeat a single track, a specific folder, or an entire disc.
    • Random: You can shuffle the playback order of all your songs or only the songs in a specific folder.
    • Intro Scan: You can scan the first 10 seconds of each track or the first 10 seconds of each track in a folder.
    Audio Section

    MOSFET Amplifier: The Dual DC535Bi is equipped with a MOSFET amplifier. Compared to conventional power supplies, the MOSFET amplification circuit is smaller and more efficient, and it delivers increased power with less distortion and absolutely zero on/off switching noise. More power means louder and cleaner music at higher volumes because you're not pushing the limits of the amplification circuit. The power output specs for the DC535Bi are as follows:

    • CEA2006 Specs: 18 watts RMS x 4 channels (at 4 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, 1% THD-N)
    • Maximum Power Output: 60 watts x 4 channels (240 watts total)
    Note: The power specifications for the DC535Bi are compliant with the CEA2006 Mobile Amplifier Power Testing and Measurement standards from the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA). These standards were developed as a way to equitably compare power specs from model to model and between manufacturers.

    2V/6Ch RCA Outputs: The DC535Bi features front, rear and subwoofer 2-volt RCA outputs. The front and rear speaker RCA outputs are balance and fade adjustable. The subwoofer RCA output is non-fading.

    Subwoofer Control: When the subwoofer preamp output is active, you can adjust the output level (0-12) of the sub preamp output. You can also set the low-pass crossover to 80, 120, 160Hz, or Through (full-range).

    Equalizer: The Dual CD Receiver features the following preset EQ curves (Flat, Pop, Jazz, Classic, Beat, Rock, or User) to customize your music listening. The User mode activates a 3-Band EQ which lets you adjust Bass, Midrange, & Treble manually. EQ settings are stored for each source. 

    3-Band EQ
    Frequency Level
    Bass 60, 80, 100, 200 Hz -6 to +6
    Midrange 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.5 kHz  -6 to +6
    Treble 10.0, 12.5, 15.0, 17.5 kHz -6 to +6

    Loudness: Activating the Loudness feature will enhance the bass and treble frequencies when listening to music at low volumes.

    Source Volume Level: The Source Volume Level control allows a gain adjustment for each audio source (Tuner, CD, Aux, Bluetooth, USB, iPod, Pandora). You can set the source volume level (+/-6dB) for each mode, depending on the relative volume of each audio source.

    Program Volume: You can set the DC535Bi to power-on to the same volume level (0-30) every time.

    Key Beep: When this function is enabled, every button press will output a beep tone.

    Display & Remote Features

    Detachable Fold-Down Face: The Dual DC535Bi features a manual fold-down face-plate. The head unit's face-plate is detachable to deter theft. An optional soft face case (142DFC1X, sold separately) can also be purchased for this unit.

    Note: The head unit needs 2" of clearance in front of it for the face-plate to fold down.

    3" LCD Screen: The Dual DC535Bi features a 3" QVGA (320x24) TFT LCD screen with 3D-like background graphics. The 3" screen provides enough room to display song, artist, and album information at the same time. You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.

    Text Scroll: You can change the scrolling style used for displayed information on the LCD screen. Choose from Off (no scrolling), Once (scrolls once), 15 Secs (scrolls once per 15 seconds), and On (constantly scrolls).

    12/24 Hour Clock: The unit's built-in clock can be set to 12-hour or 24-hour mode.

    Power-On Message + Demo: This feature allows a "Good Morning/Afternoon/Evening" text message to be shown on the unit's LCD screen when it is powered on. You can enable or disable the unit's demonstration mode.

    Remote Control: The Dual DC535Bi comes with a wireless remote control and offers a steering wheel remote input (separate adapter required).

    • IR Remote: The DC535Bi comes supplied with a 21-button IR wireless remote control which provides complete control of the Dual CD Receiver.
    • Steering Wheel Remote Compatibility: The head unit features an OEM steering wheel remote control input on the rear of the unit that lets you keep your vehicle's factory radio steering wheel remote controls when used with an optional steering wheel audio control adapter (sold separately).

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    12 questions already asked

    Q
    Can you hook up an amp and subwoofer to this receiver?
    mark  Aug 19, 2017
    1 answer
    A
    Sorry, we don't remember. The answer should be in the product manual online.
    katherine  Aug 19, 2017
    Q
    Is there anyway to dim the buttons? They are really to bright for me at night.
    scott  Feb 13, 2017
    1 answer
    A
    I bought this for my husband 2 years ago and just yesterday he told me the bright buttons are the only thing he doesn't like about it. Now we're convinced someone must be listening to our conversations. He said he is going to try slipping an "L" shaped piece of paper in the slot above it to hang down and block the light. Let us know if you get a better answer. Cheers.
    katherine  Feb 13, 2017
    Q
    How do i save a station?
    lilnica  Nov 29, 2016
    1 answer
    A
    Press the F button. Scroll with large knob to desired number and press and hold large knob to save.
    roger  Dec 01, 2016
    Q
    What's the wire coming out the back above the antenna connect to?
    jason  Aug 10, 2016
    1 answer
    A
    If you purchased the product from Crutchfield, feel free to contact our Tech Support team. They can walk you through the settings on the product and see if there may be a fix. Our toll-free Tech Support number is printed on your invoice, and is also available under the "My Orders" tab in the "My Account" section of our website. If you did not purchase the unit from Crutchfield, then you may want to contact the manufacturer. You can also post your question in our forums: http://community.crutchfield.com. Or try our online support center: http://crutchfield.custhelp.com/app/answers/list/kw/.
    kristina  Aug 12, 2016 (Staff)
    Q
    How do I get a pic of my gf from my phone to show on the car stereo screen?
    becky  May 26, 2016
    4 answers
    A
    I wasn't even aware that it was possible, but my best guess would be to transfer the gif to a usb flash drive and try to add it from there. Hope that helps?
    carol  May 29, 2016
    A
    Hello, I read through the owners manual and didn't see anything on placing a picture/jgp file in the Dual deck. You might not be able to do it. But you could always write to Dual.
    jody  May 29, 2016
    A
    I'm sorry, but you can't.
    blair  May 29, 2016
    A
    Unfortunately this isn't an option out of the box. This is a fully featured unit but a basic unit none the less. The only screen options you have are Demo (on and off) and Back-lit (brightness). You could change it if you could get into the OS of the Radio, but unless you are a programmer you are probably going to void the warranty and damage the unit. That is not a reason to avoid this Head Unit. You get many features that would cost a lot more from other manufacturers and are not even an option in similarly priced units.
    matthew  May 28, 2016
    Q
    How do I get a pic of my gf from my phone to show on the car stereo screen?
    becky  May 26, 2016
    1 answer
    A
    That is not possible on this deck. It does not support it.
    wayne  May 27, 2016
    Q
    How do you get your contacts to show up when they call? Mine only shows the number.
    david  May 06, 2016
    2 answers
    A
    This does not have an address book, so it only pulls the number.
    matthew  May 28, 2016
    A
    Im not 100 percent sure but i dont think it will show you the contact just the number
    ron  May 08, 2016
    Q
    Can I change the demo video to something else?
    sam  Jan 03, 2016
    3 answers
    A
    You cannot change the video demo to anything other than the factory video.
    matthew  May 28, 2016
    A
    Are you asking can it be turned off, because yes the demo video can be turned off. But to his change the demo video From the race car one I don't know but I'd say it's not possible
    aaron  Jan 04, 2016
    A
    Yes, select "demo off" in display menu.
    jason  Jan 04, 2016
    Q
    can you use external mic ?
    jon  Dec 29, 2015
    2 answers
    A
    Yes
    john  Dec 29, 2015
    A
    I don't think you can use an external mic, but you don't need a mic, it picks up your voice just fine
    nathan  Dec 29, 2015
    Q
    does this unit have SVC.......automatic volume adjustment according to cabin noise? Have any units that do have this feature?
    janet  Nov 29, 2015
    2 answers
    A
    This unit does not support that feature.
    wayne  Dec 10, 2016
    A
    Sorry, no. This model does not offer automatic volume adjustment based on ambient noise. None of the car stereo models we currently offer have this feature. While I know this isn't the answer you were looking for, I hope the information helps.
    ryan  Dec 02, 2015 (Staff)
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