Wet Sounds WS-MC-1 4 Zone Marine Media Center Owner’s Manual

Wet Sounds WS-MC-1 4 Zone Marine Media Center

Product Information

Congratulations on choosing the Wet SoundsTM WS-MC-1 Media Center System! This marine audio system is designed to deliver high performance in the rigorous marine environment. The system consists of two units: the MC-MD (Main Display) and MC-BB (Black Box). It is a two-piece marine grade multi-channel, multi- zone, source unit. The MC-1 is personally customizable, allowing you to store your favorite sources and audio pre-sets for all 4 zones. You can set multiple volume levels for different lifestyle environments and label those presets for easy access while on the water. Please read the instruction manual before installation to understand the benefits of the technologies developed by Wet Sounds and to ensure the correct installation and usage of this product. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact a certified WetSounds dealer or technical support at 1-877-WET-SPKR (1-877-938-7757).

Congratulations!

Thank you for choosing this Wet Sounds™ product! Wet Sounds professional marine audio products represent the ultimate in high-performance marine audio. Wet Sounds speakers are specifically engineered to withstand the rigorous marine environment. Wet Sounds MC-1 Marine Media Center is a two-piece marine grade multi-channel, multi-zone, source unit. This package includes two units, the MC-MD (Main Display) and MC-BB (Black Box). The MC-1 is personally customizable to store your favorite sources & favorite audio pre-sets for all 4 zones. Users can set multiple volume levels for a variety of lifestyle environments, then custom label those presets for fingertip access while on the water. Please take a moment to read the instruction manual before starting your installation. This guide will explain the benefits of the technologies developed by Wet Sounds and will help you understand the correct installation methods and use of this product. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact a certified Wet Sounds dealer. You may also contact Wet Sounds technical support by dialing 1-877-WET-SPKR (1-877-938-7757).

What’s in the Box

• Wiring Harness
• MC-BB Black Box
• Mounting Hardware
• MC-MD Main Display with Soft Plastic Protective Cover
• MC-MD EXT 8’ Extension Cable to Connect the MC-BB to the MC-MD

Product Dimensions

Features

• 5” Ultra Bright Full Color TFT Display
• Day/Night Illumination & Dimming
• Adjustable Input Gains for All Inputs
• AM/FM/Weather Band Tuner with RDS
• 4x50W @ 2Ω via Internal Power Amplifier
• 4-Zone Lighting Control (with Optional WS-4Z-RGB-BB)
• Bluetooth® Streaming, Auxiliary, USB, & Pandora
• Simple & Secure Bluetooth Pairing for Android & iOS (A2DP/AVRCP 1.4)
• Displays Album Art via Compatible Devices
• Playlist & Folder Browsing via BT or USB Connection (with compatible device)
• 4-Zones of Independently Controllable Audio Output with 4V Signal Output
• Fully Upgradeable Operating System Software via USB Port
• Accepts the Optional MC-TR Transom Remote

Basic Controls

1. Main Control Knob (MCK) This allows adjustment of Main Volume. When the MCK is pressed, all audio zones are displayed. To adjust a zone, select it by pressing either the MCK or the corresponding button below the display (6). The MCK will adjust the zone that is highlighted GREEN. Continue to press the MCK until all zones are highlighted BLUE, indicating that the MAIN volume is being adjusted. The proportions of the levels selected in the individual zones will be held when the MAIN volume is adjusted.
2. POWER/MUTE Press and hold this button for power on/off. Short press this button to MUTE/unmute the volume of all zones. The MC-MD will confirm the volume is muted in the display.
3. MENU Allows access to functions that are different on each source.
4. SETUP Allows access to controls that affect all functions of the MC-1, press the SETUP button until the options appear. Turn the MCK or press the ^ v buttons (6) below the display. When the desired option is highlighted, select it by either pressing the MCK, or the ENTER button below the display.

AUDIO Allows access to the following audio adjustments:
EQUALIZATION Allows adjustment of BASS/MID TREBLE for all audio zones of the MC-1.
BALANCE Allows adjustment between left and right of each zone individually.

Basic Controls

ZONES Allows access to the each audio zone:
The options are:

• RENAME: Allows a customized label (8 characters max) to be applied to each zone. To change the characters, rotate the MCK until the desired letter or number is displayed, then press the MCK to move to the next character and repeat the process. Once the zone label is changed, press the MCK repeatedly until all 8 characters have been changed (a blank space is available). Once the zone is renamed, the MC-1 will confirm the action via the display. All zones are capable of being renamed with a custom label.
• ENABLE/DISABLE When a zone is disabled, it will no longer appear on the screen.
• LIGHTING Allows access to the each lighting zone:
• RENAME: Allows a customized label (8 characters max) to be applied to each zone. To change the characters, rotate the MCK until the desired letter or number is displayed, then press the MCK to move to the next character and repeat the process. Once the zone label is changed, press the MCK repeatedly until all 8 characters have been changed (a blank space is available). Once the zone is renamed, the MC-1 will confirm the action via the display. All zones are capable of being renamed with a custom label.
• ENABLE/DISABLE When a zone is disabled, it will no longer appear on the screen.
• BLUETOOTH® Displays a list of Bluetooth® devices available for connection to the MC-1. To connect, disconnect, or delete a displayed device, rotate the MCK until the desired device is highlighted, then choose Connect, Disconnect, or Delete using the buttons (6) below the display. Make sure the Bluetooth® on the device is enabled (through the device’s settings). The MC-1 will confirm the action via the display.
• LABEL PRESETS Allows the 3 shortcut keys to have customized labels applied (up to 8 characters).
• SHORTCUT KEYS Allows any source to be assigned to the 3 shortcut keys. Once in the shortcut key mode, use the MCK to select from the available sources, then use the buttons below the display to assign the sources to SC1, SC2, or SC3. After the shortcut keys are set up, pressing these buttons will select the source set to that key.
• LCD BRIGHTNESS Allows adjustment of the brightness of the display. Adjustment is made by either rotating the MCK, or using the buttons (6) below the display.
• CLOCK Making this selection allows the clock to be set. Adjustment is made by either rotating the MCK, or using the buttons below the display.
• DAY NIGHT MODE Allows the ability to scroll through the display options of DAY (white screen/black characters) NIGHT (black screen/ white characters) or AUTO. In AUTO mode, the display is in DAY mode until the vessel’s lights are turned on, then the display goes into NIGHT mode.
• PLEASE NOTE: In order for the AUTO function to operate properly, the ORANGE wire in the MC-BB harness labeled DIM INPUT must be wired to a circuit in the vessel that gets +12V whenever the main lighting switch is turned on.
• AUTO DIMMER Allows two options: When ON is selected, the display on the MC-MD is controlled by the dimming switch on the vessel. PLEASE NOTE: In order for this function to operate properly, the ORANGE wire in the MC-BB harness labeled DIM INPUT must be wired to a circuit in the vessel that gets +12V whenever the main lighting switch is turned on. When OFF is selected, the dimming circuit of the vessel will not affect the display of the MC-MD.

SOFTWARE Allows access to the software menu of the MC-1:

• VERSION Displays what version of the operating software is currently running on the MC-1. Please visit www.wetsounds.com/downloads to see the most up to date MC-1 operating software.
• UPDATE Allows the operating software of the MC-1 to be updated while still installed in the vessel. For detailed software updating instructions, please visit www.wetsounds.com.
• SOURCE Allows access to seven different sources by pressing the buttons below the display (6):
• RADIO OPERATION Press SOURCE, then RADIO. Press the BAND button to toggle through each band. (FM1/FM2/AM/Weather Band)
• PRESETS Press PRESET to display what stations are set, then rotate the MCK to highlight a selection, then press the MCK to select that station. To manually set a preset, tune to the station, press PRESET, then press and hold either the MCK or the ENTER button. The MC-1 will confirm the selection.
• MANUAL TUNE Press and hold the BAND button until the Manual Tune displays, then tune using the multifunction buttons below the display.
• AUTO STORE Press MENU, then select Auto Store. The MC-1 will automatically tune to and store presets in the memory.
• LOCAL/DISTANT STATION Press MENU, then select Local Seek. Choose Off/On.
• RADIO BROADCAST DATA SYSTEM Press MENU, then select RBDS. Choose Off/On. Note: Not all FM Radio stations support RBDS, so availability of this feature may be limited.
• RADIO REGION The MC-1 is defaulted to receive broadcasts in the USA region, but Russia, Latin America, Asia, Japan, Middle East, Australia and Europe regions are also available through this setting.
• USB OPERATION Press SOURCE, then USB. Please note: if there is nothing plugged into the USB port on the MC-BB, this selection will not be possible. The USB port on the MC-BB is capable of both connecting and charging Apple devices and charging most Android devices.
• PLAY/PAUSE , Forward/Reverse Track, Shuffle, and Repeat features are all available via the buttons below the display (6). Press the MENU button to search for Playlists, Artists, Albums, Genres, Songs, Composers, Audiobooks, or Podcasts. The MC-1 can display either ALL or will search alphabetically. In addition to connectivity with iOS sources, the MC-1 also allows music files (MP3 format only) to be read directly from a USB/thumb drive.
• BLUETOOTH® AUDIO OPERATION Follow the instructions above to connect the desired Bluetooth® device to the MC-1. Press SOURCE, then BT AUDIO. PLAY/PAUSE, Forward/Reverse Track, Shuffle & Repeat are all available via the buttons below the display (6). Press the MENU button to search for Playlists, Artists, Albums, Genres, Songs, Composers, Audiobooks, or Podcasts. The MC-1 can display either ALL or will search alphabetically in each category.
• AUXILIARY INPUT OPERATION Press SOURCE, then AUX to allow access to the 3.5mm auxiliary input on the MC-BB. This option can be used to allow connection of a variety of audio sources.
• PANDORA® This feature allows the control of the Pandora® application from the MC-1 directly (Android users are limited to Bluetooth® connection only, while iOS users can use both USB and Bluetooth®). The Pandora® app will need to be started on your device first, then press
• SOURCE , then PANDORA® on the MC-1.
• FEATURES “Looking Glass“ Allows all the stations you have created on Pandora® to be displayed. Rotate the MCK to scroll through, then press to select. > II This button pauses the Pandora® stream. Pressing it again will restart the Pandora® stream. >> I This button forwards to the next song on the Pandora® Stream. **> Allows access to more features. The “Bookmark”, “Thumbs Up” and “Thumbs Down” buttons help you customize your Pandora® experience.
• LIGHTING The MC-1 allows the control of up to 4 Zones of RGB LED lighting when used with the optional WS-4Z-RGB-BB Controller. You must have this accessory to be able to control RGB LEDs with the MC-1. For more details on the WS-4Z-RGB-BB, visit www.wetsounds.com.
• OPERATION Press SOURCE (2X), then LIGHTING to access the lighting control screen. Select which zone you want to control by using the buttons below the display (6), then rotate the MCK to select the feature you want to adjust, then press the MCK to select it.
• POWER MODE Selecting this option enables access to the Power/Mode feature. This feature allows you to quickly turn on/off either the zone selected, or all zones.

The MODE feature allows the choice of a variety of LED effects:

• Solid: RGBs remain continuously lit at one selected color.
• Fade: RGBs fade from zero illumination to full illumination based on the rate chosen.
• Music: RGBs react to the beat of the music – Please make sure that the AUX out (3.5mm) on the MC-BB is connected to the music input of the WS-4Z-RGB-BB to make this feature function.
• Strobe: RGBs flash continuously.
• Change: RGBs alternate colors

Each zone will display the Power & Mode status on the main Lighting Display screen. For instance, if Zone 1 is showing “ON/Change” that indicates that Zone 1 is turned on and will be alternating RGB colors.

• COLOR Selecting this option enables the color selection screen for one zone. Rotate the MCK to highlight the desired RGB color and press the MCK to select it. The color chosen will be displayed for each zone on the main lighting control screen.
• Fade Rate Selecting this button enables control of the rate of fade when the fade effect is chosen.
• Intensity Level Allows the adjustment of the output (or brightness) of that zone’s RGBs.

Wiring Harness Diagram

Limited Warranty

What This Warranty Covers This is a “limited” warranty. This warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty only covers the original purchaser and is not transferable. This warranty is also only valid if the original purchase was made from an authorized Wet Sounds™ dealer.
How Long Coverage Lasts This warranty extends for 2 years from the date of purchase. It is recommended to REGISTER your warranty online within 45 days of purchase at www.wetsounds.com – click on “warranty registration”.
What Is Not Covered This warranty does not cover fading or discoloration caused by exposure to sunlight or chemicals such as ammonia, household bleach, or any cleaning material that contains abrasive substances. Wet Sounds, Inc. does not cover the expense for removal or re-installation. Additionally, shipping TO Wet Sounds, Inc. must be paid for by the purchaser. This warranty is void and inapplicable if Wet Sounds deems that the product was abused or misused; including but not limited to damage caused by accident, mishandling, improper installation, removing the inline fuse on the power connection, negligence, normal; wear and tear, excessive water or heat damage, freight/shipping damage, or products that have been disassembled by anyone other than Wet Sounds technical staff. Wet Sounds will not be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages, except to the extent provided (or prohibited) by applicable law. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
What Wet Sounds, Inc. Will Do Wet Sounds, Inc. will repair any part of your product that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship. In the event repair is not possible, Wet Sounds will replace the product in question. If it is deemed necessary Wet Sounds, Inc. will either replace the entire product with a refurbished unit or it will be replaced with a model that is similar in price if that model is no longer available. Labor costs and materials needed to complete this service will be at No Charge to the purchaser. Additionally, return shipping FROM Wet Sounds, Inc. to the purchaser will be paid for by Wet Sounds.

DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT WITHOUT THE PROPER RETURN AUTHORIZATION (RMA)!

How To Get Service
Contact Wet Sounds, Inc. either by phone (877-938-7757) or by email (warranty@wetsounds.com). A service representative will assist you in confirming that the problem you are experiencing is caused by a defective product and if that product is covered under warranty. The service representative will issue you a Return Manufacturer’s Authorization (RMA) and other details to obtain service for your product.
Internet Warning
Wet Sounds, Inc. products sold on any non-authorized website or internet auction site are void of any and all manufacturer’s warranty. Please contact Wet Sounds (877-938-7757) to find an authorized installing retailer near you.

FCC

FCC ID VUD-WS-MC1 FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation

CONTACT

• Wet Sounds, Inc.
• 877-938-7757
• www.wetsounds.com.
• 2975 Louise Street
• Rosenberg, Texas 77471 USA
• © 2023 Wet Sounds, Inc. All Rights Reserved. WET SOUNDS and associated logos where applicable are registered trademarks of Wet Sounds Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
• Wet Sounds WS-MC-1 Media Center System Operations / Installation Manual
• 1-877-WET-SPKR (1-877-938-7757)
• www.wetsounds.com.

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