Blaupunkt Casablanca MP56

Casablanca MP56 main features:

	RDS radio with single play CD / MP3 / WMA deck. Unit will handle CD-R and CD-R/W media. Front panel flips down to insert CD
	Radio has USB port for connecting MP3 players, hard drives or memory sticks
	Available as head unit on its own, head unit with 8GB memory stick (storage for up to 2,000 tracks)
	Integrated flash memory card reader for reading SD or MMC type memory cards
	Quality full-graphic display can be set to any of 4,096 different colours to match your car's interior. Motorised front panel is removable
	Powerful 4 x 50W amplifier with six channel digital parametric equaliser
	Speed dependant sound control can automatically increase volume with vehicle speed
	Easily upgradeable with connections for remote control, iPod, CD changer, external amplifiers, car telephone and personal hi-fi auxiliary input

Radio tuner features:
			LW / MW / FM waveband coverage. 36 stations can be preset
			SHARX system ensures that even radio station signals that are extremely close together are separated cleanly. SHARX is part of the DigiCeiver concept
			RDS-AF (alternate frequency) feature inaudibly retunes the receiver to the best available signal for the station that is currently set
			Travelstore automatically stores the six most powerful radio stations transmitting locally in the FM memory bank
			TA (traffic announcement) will switch station for the duration of a traffic report. The original station is restored at the end of the report. Tone, balance and volume of traffic announcements can be independently set
			PTY-EON (programme type) information displays and allows selection of similar types of programme (news, pop, classics, sport etc.). Program types can be assigned to preset station buttons
			Scrolling display of radio text information can switched on or off
			Preset scan will play all receivable stations for a period (can be adjusted between 5 and 30 seconds)
			Switchable (on / off / auto select) hi-cut filter improves reception of weak FM stations by reducing treble
			European region setting for radio reception can be altered to USA or Thailand if required

CD features:
			Will play standard audio CDs and CD-R&R/W discs
			Fast searching, random play, track scan, pause and track repeat functions
			Six lines of display can be set to show combinations of CD name / track number / track time / time during playback
			CD text information (if present on disc) can scroll across display if selected
			Compatible Blaupunkt aftermarket CD changers can be connected. Discs in changer can be assigned names (up to seven characters)

MP3 / WMA features:
			Up to 999 MP3 / WMA tracks can be handled on CD-R/RW disc. Tracks can be grouped into a maximum of 252 directories. Directories can be nested into an unlimited number of levels
			Support for variable bit rates. MP3 max bit rate 320kbit/s, WMA max bit rate 768kbit/s
			Will play tracks programmed by playlist manager such as WinAmp or Microsoft Media Player
			Six lines of display can be configured to show various combinations of directory / file / artist / track / album / time information
			Scan searching, random play, track scan, pause and track / directory repeat functions
			Playback of MP3 / WMA files from MMC or SD type flash memory cards (card inserted in slot behind the front panel)
			Card must be formatted to FAT16 or FAT32 standard

Amplifier features:
			4 x 50W max power amplifier (4 x 26W RMS). Separate adjustments for treble, bass, fader and balance
			Speed dependant sound adjustment automatically increases volume, by one of six profiles, to compensate for increased noise at higher speeds (requires provision of GALA speed pulse by installer)
			Source-specific sound adjustment. Bass, middle, treble and sub-out settings can be different for each sound input source.
			DEQ Max digital sound adjustment provides three (eg. driver only / front of car / front and rear of car) stored six-band equaliser profiles. These can be manually or automatically (by optional accessory microphone) calibrated
			X-BASS loudness sound enhancement for low level listening. Programmable in six stages at five frequencies, for a full sound at low volumes (each audio source can have its own level setting)
			Power on, muted, telephone call and navigation announcement volumes can be independently set
			Four channel (4.0V) preamp output for connecting external amplifiers (requires accessory cable)
			Internal amplifiers can be turned off if external amplifier is connected
			Separate preamp output for subwoofer with variable level and cut-off frequency settings (requires accessory cable)

Other features:
			USB connection allows MP3 players, memory sticks or compatible hard drives (max. current load 800mA) to be connected to radio for playback of MP3 or WMA files. Media must be specified as a mass storage device and formatted to FAT16 or FAT32 standard. (Very large file stores may result in slow file searches)
			Blaupunkt compatible infra-red remote controls can be added as an optional accessory. Unit can be linked to many makes of factory-fitted remote controls with an additional adaptor
			Removable motorised front panel with six lines of information display and 'softkey' contextual control buttons
			Telephone audio can be fed through radio's amplifier and listened to via vehicle speaker system (requires accessory lead)
			Two auxiliary inputs allow connection of external Walkman or iPod MP3 device etc. Inputs can be assigned names (requires accessory cable)
			Timer allows one hour of use with ignition switched off, to protect vehicle's battery
			Power-up message of up to 35 characters can be programmed and scrolled when radio is turned on
			Full graphic display illumination colour can be set to one of four preset colours, or manually adjusted to any one of 4,096 different shades
			Display brightness during day and nighttime can be adjusted to suit viewing conditions
			Display angle (contrast) can be adjusted to suit viewing angle
			Display can be switched to negative or positive appearance
			Clock display (12/24hour) can be selected. Clock can be manually or automatically set (by RDS signal)
			Red control button illumination
			TMC output for feeding compatible Blaupunkt navigation systems with traffic congestion data, when tuned to a station broadcasting TMC information

What's in the box?
			Casablanca MP56 radio CD receiver with mounting sleeve
			60cm USB connecting cable
			Black plastic carry case for front panel
			Radio removal keys
			Rubber rear support
			Front panel retaining screw
			Operating and installation instruction booklet
			Anti-theft insurance registration card

Security, warranty and insurance:
			Two year manufacturer's warranty
			Two years free theft insurance (requires online or postal registration within 14 days of purchase). Click here for further details
			Detachable front panel (with black carry case)

Models similar to the Casablanca MP56:

			Memphis MP66
			Similar unit but with high-resolution customisable colour display