BOSS AUDIO SYSTEMS BE920WCPA Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto Bluetooth User Manual

BE920WCPA USER MANUAL
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto™
AUDIO SYSTEMS
BLUETOOTH® | DOUBLE-DIN
MP3-COMPATIBLE AM/FM RECEIVER
FEATURING 7″ (178 mm) CAPACITIVE TOUCHSCREEN

BE920WCPA Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto Bluetooth

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IMPORTANT
Record the serial number of the product:
Model:
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
The serial number is located on the top part of the chassis.

Important
This symbol with “WARNING” is intended to alert the user to the presence of critical instructions/procedures. Failure to observe the instructions/procedures can result in injury, death, damage to the product and/or property.
WARNING
This symbol with “CAUTION” is intended to alert the user to the presence of important instructions/procedures. Failure to observe the instructions/procedures can result in injury or damage to the product and/or property.
CAUTION
Use of the Apple CarPlay logo means that this user interface meets Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this product with iPhone may affect wireless performance.
iPhone®is atrademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Android Autois atrademark of Google LLC.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by BOSS Audio Systems is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Caution
Precautions
BE SURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES: Do not tum up the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s around you.
Use caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Do not operate mobile video equipment while driving a motorized vehicle – safe driving and safety consideration of others should always be your highest priority.
Set your volume control at a low setting, then slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably without distortion, or ear discomfort.
In the event you should notice smoke, strange noises or odor from this product, or any other abnormal signs, immediately turn off the power and consult your dealer or the nearest authorized BOSS AUDIO SYSTEMS Service Center.
Using this product in this condition may result in permanent damage to the system.

Installation Precautions
BOSS AUDIO SYSTEMS does not recommend to install the product yourself.
We recommend to have it professionally installed by a certified professional.
Always consult with a professional installer .
Do not attempt to install or service this product by yourself. Installation or servicing of this product by persons without professional training and experience in electronic equipment and motorized vehicle accessories may be dangerous and could expose you to the risk of electric shock, injury or other hazards.
Refer any repairs to a qualified BOSS AUDIO SYSTEMS Service Center.
Caution
Before Installing
To avoid potential shorts in the electrical system, be sure to disconnect the (-) battery cable before installation.
Use this unit with a 12-volt battery and negative grounding only. Failure to do so may result in a fire or malfunction.

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVERS.
NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE PROFESSIONAL.

Product Safety
It is against Federal and Local laws for video to be viewed by the driver while the vehicle is in motion. This video product was intended to be used with the parking brake safety feature. Video cannot be seen without the proper parking brake powered connection. Tampering or disabling this feature will void any and all warranty. Please check with a professional installer to have your product installed properly.
Important Note
Due to ongoing enhancements, example images on screens may slightly differ from actual product.
Caution
Images and Video
Watching video while driving is against Federal, State, and Local laws.
Drive safely, know and obey traffic rules. Watching this screen and making selections while driving can lead to a serious accident.
Check surroundings for safety while camera images are displayed.
Do ot use features of this product while driving if it cannot be operated safely and legally in your location. Before operation of smartphone Apps accessible from this device, read safety instructions in your Owner’s Manual. When using navigation Apps stay alert to observe real world conditions.
About this manual
To entirely understand how to properly use your new BOSS Audio Systems product, it is recommended to read this user manual, and keep it in a safe place for future reference.

• Read the entire manual
• Keep the manual
• Follow all instructions
• Clean with a dry cloth only
• Do not use or operate near water
• Do not defeat any safety features

California Residents (Proposition 65)
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects o other reproductive harm.

Basic Product Operation

What comes in the box

Hardware

Qty1|  BE920WCPA
Qty1| Trim Ring
Qty1|  Mounting Hardware Set
-MS x6mm Bolts (8)
-Brackets (2)
Connections

Qty1| Wire Harness
Qty1| Hands-free Microphone
Qty1|  GPSantenna

Front Detail

1. Power/Mute Button
2. Volume Control
3. Voice Assistant
4. Micro SD Card Slot Cover
5. Reset Button

Rear Detail

Product Basics

Power On / Standby

1. Press briefly to turn the unit on.
2.  Pressand hold to switch the unit to standby.

Volume Control

1. Press briefly to adjust volume.
2. Press and hold for quick volume adjustment.

Voice Assistant

1. Press to activate voice assistant.

NOTE
Enable Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or Bluetooth connection to use voice assistant.
Mute

1. Press briefly to mute volume when powered on.

Using and Caring for the Touchscreen

Use:
This head unit utilizes a Capacitive Touchscreen, the same type that is used on high-end mobile devices. It should be used for and cared for like that type of device. As with all capacitive type technology, if your fingers are wet or sweaty, it will not function properly. Do not allow any sharp objects to come in contact with the screen glass.
Care and Cleaning:
To clean the screen, use a dry microfiber type cloth to clean. Do not use ammonia, window cleaner, or any other type of household chemicals to clean the screen. Abrasives should not be used at all.
Product Setup (Date & Time)
Setup Option A: CarPlay Method
Connect your iPhone to this unit through Apple CarPlay in a wired or wireless way. After CarPlay connection, date and time will automatically set.
Time zone must be set manually.
The default is Pacific Time zone.

Setup Option B: Date and Time

Additional Setup
General > Language
Audio > EQ, Other Audio Settings
Display > lllumination, Brightness

Navigating the Menus

Using CarPlay

Note
Apple CarPlay usage is limited while driving.
Functions, content, and usability is determined by the App provider(s).
Controls will vary with each App that is available for CarPlay.
For more details visit: https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay

WARNING
Familiarize yourself with your Local and State laws regarding mobile devices.
Certain functions of an iPhone might be prohibited and or illegal while driving in your location.
When in doubt, park the vehicle and engage the parking brake first before performing the function(s),

Wired Connection via USB Port
Connect your iPhone to the USB port (labeled “Apple CarPlay”) with a lightning cable (not included) to enable CarPlay connection. For the initial USB connection, you will be prompted to enable wireless CarPlay on your iPhone.

Wireless Connection
Enable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on your iPhone.
For first-time use of wireless CarPlay between your iPhone and this unit, you need to allow wireless CarPlay use via either of the pairing:

• Bluetooth pairing. On your iPhone, go to Settings > Bluetooth then select “BOSS AUDIO BES20WCPA” for pairing. Enable wireless CarPlay when prompted on your iPhone.
• Initial USB port connection for CarPlay.

To enable CarPlay connection
Bluetooth connection will disable wireless
CarPlay connection.
On the home screen, go to Handsfree > Device then touch the paired iPhone name to enable wireless CarPlay connection.
To enter CarPlay menu
Touch the “Apple CarPlay” icon on the home screen.
Note
If you do not allow wireless CarPlay use during first-time CarPlay connection, wireless CarPlay will be disabled on your iPhone. To use wireless CarPlay later, you need to enable CarPlay on your iPhone (g0 to Settings > General > CarPlay > paired device then enable its CarPlay).
When connecting to CarPlay, Bluetooth on this unit will be automatically disabled. In this case, you can make hands-free calls and stream music through CarPlay.
Gestures & Control
Basic controls, but not limited to:

Other gestures and controls might differ from apps.
Note
Volume control is handled exclusively by this unit.

Using CarPlay
CarPlay Display Setup
You can add, remove, or arrange the order of the apps on the CarPlay screen of the unit.

1. Onyour iPhone, go to Settings > General > CarPlay, select this head unit then select Customize.

2. Touch and drag an app to change the order the apps appear on the CarPlay screen.
   Touch or   to remove and add apps.
   Note
   Only apps with or can be removed from CarPlay or added in CarPlay.
   Disable Apps
   You can disable all CarPlay apps to restrict CarPlay use on this unit.
   On your iPhone, go to Settings > Screen Time > Contents & Privacy Restrictions

   Allowed Apps > CarPlay.

Android Auto

Using Android Auto
Note
Android Auto usage is limited while driving.
Functions, content, and usability is determined by the App provider(s).
Controk will vary with each App that is available for Android Auto.
For more details visit: https://www.android.com/auto/
WARNING
Familiarize yourself with your Local and State laws regarding mobile devices.
Certain functions of the mobile device might be prohibited and or illegal while driving in your location.
When in doubt, park the vehicle and engage the parking brake first before performing the function(s).
NOTE
To complete the setup properly, the parking brake status wire must be connected.

WARNING
For your safety, the setup process MUST be accomplished while the vehicle is Parked and Parking Brake Engaged.
Android Auto App
For Android 9.0 or earlier, download and install the Android Auto app from Google Play. For smartphone with Android 10.0 or later, plug in your phone and follow the prompts on your phone to accept the permissions that Android Auto requires.

Minimum System Requirements

• Wired connectio
• Wireless connection: Android 11.0

For a list of compatible devices:
https://www.android.com/auto/

Updating Related Apps
During the first start up and setup of the Android Auto app, the Maps, Music, Google apps will install/update automatically.
Wired Connection via USB Port
Connect your phone to the USB port (labeled “Android Auto”) with a USB cable (not included) to enable Android Auto connection.
For the initial USB connection, you will be prompted to connect wireless Android Auto on this unit.

Wireless Connection
Enable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on your Phone.
For first-time use of wireless Android Auto between your phone and this unit, you need to allow Android Auto use via either of the pairing:

• Bluetooth pairing. On your phone, go to Settings > Bluetooth then select “BOSS AUDIO BES20WCPA” for pairing.
• Initial USB port connection for Android Auto.

To enable Android Auto connection
Bluetooth connection wil disable wireless Android Auto connection.
On the home screen, go to Handsfree > Device then touch the paired phone name to enable wireless Android Auto connection.
To enter Android Auto menu
Touch the “Android Auto” icon on the home screen.
When connecting to Android Auto, Bluetooth on ‘this unit will be automatically disabled.

Bluetooth®

Setup & Connecttion

Hands-Free Menu

NOTE
Enabling CarPlay or Android Auto will disabling Bluetooth connection.
Compatibility with all mobile devices is not guaranteed. Please read through the user guide of the mobile device.
CAUTION
Foryour safety, the setup process should be accomplished while the vehicle is parked and parking brake engaged.
First time Pairing
Pair this product with your Bluetooth device before you can make hands-free calls or stream music through Bluetooth.
Bluetooth pairing can be made through initial connection to CarPlay or Android Auto. Or follow the instructions below to complete it.
On your mobile device, go to Settings > Bluetooth then select “BOSS AUDIO BES20WCPA for pairing.
Follow the prompts on your mobile device and this product to complete Bluetooth pairing.
Enable Bluetooth Connection
When CarPlay or Android Auto is connected to this product, Bluetooth connection will be disabled. In this case, you need to enable Bluetooth connection.
Onthe home screen, go to Handsfree > Device then touch . Tap the icon again to disconnect Bluetooth connection.

For wired CarPlay or Android Auto connection, unplug the connection cable for use of Bluetooth connection.
When Bluetooth is enabled, CarPlay or Android Auto will be disabled. You can now make hands-free calls or stream music through Bluetooth (on the home screen, touch the “Streaming” icon to access Bluetooth streaming).
Phonebook and History
To Download Phonebook:
1. Touch Contact > Download
To Download History
1. Touch History > Dewnload
Device Status
Battery and Cellular Strength is displayed on the top right of the Home menu.
GATT Profile support is required on the mobile device.

Hands-Free
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Calling
Making & Receiving Calls

1. Dialing from the dial pad
   Touch to make call

2. Contacts
   Touch the contact name

3. History
   Choose the name, then
   To End a call Touch °
   To Mute a call Touch
   Dial pad
   To use the dial pad while on a call
   Touch
   Searching History
   Swipe Up or Down to search

History

1. Outgoing Call
2. Incoming Call
3. Missed Call

Private Mode
When a call needs to be transferred to the mobile device:
Touch to switch the mobile device
Touch to retum to hands-free mode

Searching Contacts
Contacts must be downloaded to search.

1. Touch
2. Enter the Contact Name, then

From the home screen, go to (Settings) > Bluetooth to access the following options.
Connection: ON
Auto Connect: ON
Auto Answer: OFF
Device Name: BOSS AUDIO BE920WCPA
Clear Records

Voice Assistant (Push-To-Talk)
You can access smartphone voice assistant through the unit.

Before you start

• Enable Bluetooth connection between your smartphone and the unit, or enable Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
• Make sure the supplied hands-free microphone is connected to the Microphone Input of the unit for audio input.

Simply press on the front panel to activate voice assistant, then speak your command.

Audio Streaming
To play media through Bluetooth, the mobile device must be Paired and Connected to the BE920WCPA.
If CarPlay or Android Auto is connected, you need to enable Bluetooth on this product (on the home screen, go to Handsfree > Device thentap ).
For wired CarPlay or Android Auto connection, unplug the connection cable for use of Bluetooth connection.

1. Touch
   The music will play automatically.

Track Control

1. Play/Pause
2. Track Fwd / Rev 
3. Swipe to Fwd/Rev

Note
For best performance, your mobile device volume setting should be set to maximum.
Allvolume adjustments for the system should be controlled from the product.
The unit will recall the last volume setting on your mobile device every time Bluetooth connection is made.

Formats
Playback is supported from the mobile device with any format it can play.
Audio will only be played by the product.
Video cannot be viewed on the unit.

Switching Media
Touch
Available sources will display
(Bluetooth and USB)

Note
USB source will only be displayed if a USB drive is inserted and has playable media.

Display
Track info will be displayed when available.
Track, Album and Artist.
Album art is not supported via Bluetooth playback.

Media

USB/Micro SD

USB/Micro SD Playback

Touch

The music wil play automatically.

Audio Control

1. Play/Pause
2. Track Fwd/Rev
3. Repeat All
4. Repeat One
5. Random .

Note
Ifthere are other files in the USB/Micro SD card, music files will play first.

Video Control

1. Play/Pause
2. Track Forward/Backward
3. Repeat All
4. Repeat one
5. SETUP

Photo Control

1. Play /Pause
2. Track Forward/Backward
3. Repeat All
4. RepeatOne
5. Rotate

Navigating Menu

Touch

To browse contents, Swipe

To return to the current file playing,

Touch

WARNING
Watching videos or photos while driving is against Federal, State, and Local laws.
Do not use features of this product if it cannot be operated safely and legally in your location.

Note
Review the connections of this product, to properly integrate the parking brake wire to the vehicle.
Video and or photos cannot be viewed while driving. The vehicle must be stationary and the parking brake applied to enable viewing.

Radio

FM/AM

On the home screen, touch the Tuner icon to switch to radio.

Radio Home Screen

1. Access the list for stored FM, AM, or favorite stations.
2. Tune to a station, or select a stored station.
3. Switch between FM and AM.
4. Adjust radio frequency by step.
5. Switch between Stereo and Mono FM.
6. Set/remove the current station as favorite.
7. Switch FM reception between local (LOC) and distant (DX).
8. Access radio setting menu.
9. Search and store FM or AM stations.
10. Touch the station frequency to access the favorite stations list.
11. Return to the Home Menu screen.

Tune to a Radio Station
Touch and hold The unit automatically tunes to a station with strong reception.
To fine tune a station
Touch toadjust frequencies step by step.

Store Radio Stations Automatically
Touch to perform radio search. All available stations in FM or AM band are stored on the unit.

Select a Stored Station
Touch briefly to select a stored station.
Or touch   to access the station list for the stored FM and AM stations.

Set a Favorite Station
When listening to a station, touch   to set the current station as favorite. The gray star icon will tum to the red star icon.
To remove a favorite, touch
To access the set favorite stations, touch the radio frequency displayed. The favorite list appears.

Switch between Stereo and Mono FM
InFM, touch O to select Stereo or Mono FM.
Select Stereo to receive FM stereo broadcast.
When the signal is weak, select Mono to improve sound quality (stereo effect will be lost).

Switch between Local and Distant FM
InFM, touch to select local or distant reception.
“LOC” display indicates local reception, “DX” display for distant reception.
Select “DX” when most radio stations are weak (e.g. in the countryside). FM stations with strong and weak signals will be received.
Select “LOC” when most radio stations are strong enough (e.g. in urban areas). FM stations only with strong signals will be received.

AV In/Camera

External Source

Playback

Touch

Media must be controlled from the external device.
Track functions are not controlled from the product.

Note
Toadjust the volume level properly, the carry-in device volume should be set between 50% – 75%. The volume level should remain at that level for the remainder of the time it is connected to the product.

WARNING
Never rely solely on the rear view camera; always check your surroundings before proceeding.

Images may appear reversed
Do not use features of this product if it cannot be operated safely and legally in your location.

Rear View
The rear view camera can be displayed on demand.

Touch

If the user opens the SETTINGS interface and turn on both FRONT CAMERA and REAR CAMERA functions, you can choose REAR CAMERA and FRONT CAMERA casually.

To retum to the Home screen
Touch

Reverse View
When the vehicle is put into reverse gear, the camera will display the image on the screen.

Rear View Delay
Due to varying vehicle configurations, the rear view trigger can be delayed to best suit the vehicle.

Default setting: 0 Sec Delay
Note
The rear view camera wil sill function normally, if the product is in standby mode.

Settings

General

System Language
Touch to change
English (Default), Spanish

Note
CarPlay is independent of the system language setting.

Time Zone
Adjust to correctly display time
Default Setting: (GMT-08:00) Pacific Time
(US&Canada)

Date & Time
24H Mode

Auto Adjust Daylight Saving

Note
If using an CarPlay, the iPhone will automatically set date & time, Time Zone needs to be adjusted manually.

System Tone
Touch

Power Off Delay
Some vehicles during crank to start will interrupt the accessory power.
If the product re-boots during crank to start, Turn ON delay
The delay can select 1, 2 or 3 sec.
Default Setting: OFF

Note
Power Off Delay ON will also delay when the vehicle is turned OFF.
This might affect hands-free functionality during a call.

Factory Settings
To restore settings to default:

CAUTION
Will restore all settings to factory defaults.
Al settings and presets will be lost.

Audio

To access the EQ menu

Touch

Note
The EQ can also be directly accessed while changing the volume. The volume display will show the EQ icon, you can touch to access the Audio Settings.

Preset EQ
Jazz, HipHop, Pop, Rock, R&B

Balance/Fader
Left/Right Balance, Touch

Swipe for quick adjustment
Front/Rear Fader , Touch
Swipe for quick adjustment

Subwoofer
The level and filter can be adjusted for the Sub pre-amp output.
Level, 1-14 dB
Swipe

Filter: 50 Hz, 80 Hz, 120 Hz, 160 Hz
Touch + /- to select a cutoff frequency for your subwoofer.

Loudness
Enhances and gently boosts low and high freq.

Internal Amp
To reduce the possibility of noise entering the signal chain when utilizing the audio pre-amp outputs, the internal amp can be turned OFF

Default Volume
Adjust startup/initial volume for Main (Radio, Media), Hands-free (BT Ring, BT Talking), Apple CarPlay/Android Auto (Navi, Voice).
Startup/initial volume will be the set volume if the set volume is less than the last shutdown/ used volume.
Startup/initial volume will be the last shutdown/ used volume if the set volume is greater than the last shutdown/used volume.

Source Level
Adjust volume independently for each source (Radio, USB, BT Audio, AV Input, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto).

Display Settings

Illumination Control

When the vehicle lights are on, the products illumination can be customized for night use.

Gamma

Swipe

Gamma can be adjusted for both day and night settings.

Screen Brightness
Swipe

Ul settings
Wall paper
Touch to change
User can change the background picture by inserting a USB with photos.

Background Brightness
Swipe

Connection

Power On/Off Bluetooth
Default Setting: ON

Auto Connect

Auto connects to the device when the product is powered ON
Default Setting: ON

Auto Answer

Auto answers when there is an incoming call.
Default Setting: OFF

Note
Bluetooth will tum OFF automatically when CarPlay or Android Auto is connected. If other devices are connected via Bluetooth, they will be disconnected for CarPlay/Android connection.
To enable Bluetooth connection, on the home screen, go to Handsfree > Device then tap 3.
For wired CarPlay or Android Auto connection, unplug the connection cable for use of Bluetooth connection.

Bluetooth Settings

Device Name
BOSS AUDIO BE920WCPA
Rear Camera Input
Turn on i you have a rear view camera, turn offif you have not.

Front Camera Input
Turn on if you have a front view camera, turn off if you have not.
Parking Assist Guide
Turn off if your rear view camera have parking assist guide, turn on if you have not.

Camera Settings

Parking Assist Guide Adjust
If your rear view camera does not have parking guide lines, turn on the parking guide lines built inthis unit and adjust the guide lines if found necessary.

Touch and drag a square icon to reposition the related guide line. Repeatedly touch an arrow icon tofine tune positioning of the related guide line. Touch the OKicon to confirm the adjustment.
To reset to the default positioning of the guide lines, touch the Reset icon.

Radio Settings

Rear View Delay
0Sec (Default), 0.1 Sec, 0.5 Sec, 1 Sec, 2 Sec When switching from Park to Drive, o vice versa, the camera should not trigger on the display.
Sensitivity should be adjusted to trigger only on reverse gear selector.

Region

Default Setting: USA 2
US Tuner Spacing: FM (200 KHz), AM (10 KHz)
European Spacing: FM (50 KHz), AM (9 KHz)

Connections

Power/SWC

CAUTION
Itis recommended to have the product installed by a certified installation professional.

CAUTION
Before installation, or wiring connections, disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent damage to the product, and/or possible injury.

CAUTION
Remote Out is 500 mA max output rating.
If several amplifiers are to be used, it is recommended to use a relay for the Remote Out trigger.

Note
Unused input/output wires need be insulated with tape, heat shrink, or crimp connectors. Never use wire nuts.

Note
Aseparate interface might be needed for your vehicle application. It is recommended that you consult with a professional installer.

Note
When replacing the fuse, always do so with the same type and value (15 A).

Speaker

CAUTION
Do not chassis ground any speaker wire leads.
CAUTION
Only use 4-8 Q Speakers
Donot use 13 Q Speakers
CAUTION
Do ot bridge any of the channels, they are only to be wired in stereo mode.

Note
Unused speaker wires need be insulated with tape, heat shrink, or crimp connectors.
Never use wire nuts.
If the speaker outputs are not used, tum Off the internal amp to reduce the possibility of noise entering the signal chain.

Note
Observe speaker polarity when making connections.

Audio Pre-amp/AV IN/ Radio/GPS

Note for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antenna
This unit comes the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antenna which is attached to the rear of the unit.
The antennais designed for wireless reception between the unit and your smartphone when using wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
Verify the antenna is screw tightened for good signal reception.

Note for GPS Antenna
This unit has GPS positioning function which is only used as an auxiliary function of navigation used by wireless Android Auto / Apple CarPlay.
If the following icon is displayed on the top of the screen, this indicates no or improper GPS antenna installation. Check whether the supplied GPS antenna is correctly and securely installed on the rear of the unit.

Note
Subwoofer Pre-amp is a non-fading mono output.
Note
Always run signal wires away from power cables to to reduce the possibility of noise.

Note
If pre-amp outputs are being used exclusively, turn Off the interal amp of the product, to reduce the possibility of noise entering the signal chain.

Camera/USB/MIC

WARNING
Never rely solely on the rear view camera; always check your surroundings before proceeding.
Images may appear reversed
Do not use a feature of this product if it cannot be operated safely and legally in your location.

Parking Brake

WARNING
Improper connection or use of the parking brake status wire, (i.e. defeating the safety feature) violates Federal, State, and Local laws. This may lead to injury, property damage, and/or death.
WARNING
Watching videos or photos while driving is against Federal, State, and Local laws.

Note
For Android Auto setup, the parking brake status wire MUST be connected.
Note
Review the connections of this product, to properly integrate the parking brake wire to the vehicle.
Video and or photos cannot be viewed while driving. The vehicle must be stationary and the parking brake applied to enable viewing.

Note
The parking brake input needs to be connected to the parking brake wire.
Note
Every vehicle has a different type of parking brake connection; consult a certified professional installer.

Hands-free Mic

Placement
Every vehicle will perform differently due to layout, interior materials, etc.

The Red shaded areas are the recommended locations for best microphone performance.

Items to look for before placement:

1. Donot place in front of air vents.
2. If the vehicle has tweeters placed on sail panels, do NOT locate the mic on steering column area.
3. Front of mic must not be blocked.
4. Mic should be firmly attached to mounting location.
5. Do not cover the grille openings surrounding the mic.
6. Toavoid excessive wind noise, do not place near the sunroof opening

WARNING
Run microphone wire where it will NOT impede the operation of any safety items, i.e. Airbags, Knee Airbags, etc.

Steering Wheel Control Compatibility

SWC Introduction
Steering Wheel Control (SWC) function allows you to operate this unit via an external device (steering wheel control).
Athird-party adapter must be used in order for this unit to be compatible with your OEM steering wheel controls. We recommend PAC SWCseries.
This unit has a built-in 3.5mm SWCinterface that is compatible with many popular 3rd party SWC control modules, such as PAC, METRA, and others.
3.5mm SWC input (red socket) is located on the supplied wire harness which is connected to the rear of the unit.

Programmable Controls
The following radio / audio function controls are available to be programmed.
Source
Mute
Home
Seek +/ Next Track
Seek
– / Previous Track
Volume +
Volume –
Band
Phone Menu
Bluetooth Talk
Bluetooth End Call
Voice Assistant / PTT

Note
Not all OEM steering wheel functions may be supported.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

SWC Installation / Programming
Contact your local installation expert for the correct SWC adapter for your specific vehicle.

1. For most SWC adapters, select program using “Pioneer/Sony/Other” mapping order as described in “Programmable Control”.
2. When programming, if a function is not supported (or not desired), then the function MUST be skipped as per the SWC module instructions.
3. The SWC function MUST be programmed in the correct order as per the function mapping order instructions.

Note
For SWC programming technical assistance, call the number in your SWC instruction manual.

Troubleshooting

Product is muted
External amplifiers
Audio source| Go to Settings > Audio > Internal Amp ON.
Touch the volume.
Check the external amplifiers are on.
Check the remote output wire has voltage.
Change the audio source.
Media not supported| Media on the USB device/Micro SD card| Change the media format on the USB/Micro SD card. Or change the  USB/Micro SD card.
Poor radio reception| Radio area
Antenna| Change the station.
Antenna output wire is not connected.
Connect Antenna to product.
Apple CarPlay/Android Auto unable to start| Bad lightning®/USB cable Wi-Fior Bluetooth disabled
Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto connection  disabled| Replace the cable for wired connection.
Enable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on your phone.
Allow wireless CarPlay/Android Auto use when prompted during  first time connection/pairing.
For CarPlay use, make sure CarPlay is enabled on your iPhone  (Settings > General > CarPlay > Paired device > Open CarPlay).
Enable CarPlay/Android Auto connection (on the home screen, go to  Handsfree > Device then tap the paired phone name).
Bluetooth streaming/phone call not possible| Bluetooth connection disabled| Make sure your mobile device is within range.
Enable Bluetooth on your mobile device.
Bluetooth streaming/phone call not possible| Bluetooth connection disabled| Enable Bluetooth connection (on the home screen, g0 to Handsfree >  Device then tap ).
For wired CarPlay/Android Auto connection, unplug the connection cable.
Hands-free call quality| Mobile device
Microphone| Check cellular strength on mobile device.
End call and redial number.
Microphone placement needs to be relocated.
Microphone needs to be firmly attached to location it’s mounted on.
Check to see if microphone is properly.
plugged in.
Unit s unresponsive| Processor has frozen| Restore the factory settings. Use a small pin to press the reset  pinhole on the bottom of the display.

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Specifications

General

Power Input………….8.5 V—18 V DC
Nominial……………… 14.4 V DC
Current Consumption……….. 15A
Fuse Type……………….15A
Dimensions (H x W x D)……3.80” x 6.71” x 3.56”
Unit Weight………………1.73 Ibs.
Operational Temperature………………-4— 140° F

Display
Screen Size………………………7
Aspect Ratio…………………16:9
Resolution………………….1024 x 600
Screen Type…………………..TFT-LED Active Matrix

Audio
Max Power……………….85 W x4
Acceptable Speaker Load……………..4-8 Ω
Preset EQ………………5 JAZZ, HIPHOP, POP, ROCK, R&8B
EQ Bands, Adjustable………………10, 32,63, 125, 250Hz, 500Hz,1KHz, 2KHz, 4KHz, 8KHz, 16KHz
EQ Boost/Cut……………..± 6dB
Pre-amp Output………… 3 Pairs
Front………………4v, Full-Range
Rear………………..4v, Full-Range
Sub (Moro)……. AV, LPF
Sub LPF…………..50 Hz, 80 Hz, 120 Hz, 160 Hz
Sub Level……… +1-14d8

Radio Tuner
Freq. Range……………..87.9 MHz-108 MHz (FM)
Freq. Range………………..522 KHz-1710 kHz (AM)
USA 1 Range (FM)………………100 kHz Spacing
USA 2 Range (FM)………………..200 kHz Spacing
Europe Range (FM)…………………90 kHz Spacing

Apple CarPlay
iPhone Support………………../Phone 5 or Newer
IOS ……………………………iOS 7.1 or Newer

Android Auto
Wired……………………Android 6.0 or Newer
Wireless……………….Android 11.0 or Newer

USB/Micro SD
USB Spec………………………….USB 2.0 (High-Speed)
USB Port 1: CarPlay & Android Auto………..Current Output 1.54
USB Port 2: Media & 1.5A Charging …………Current Output 1.54
USB/Micro SD card……..max 32GB
File System………… FAT32
Audio Playback………… MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC (192kHz/24bit)
Video Playback………….AVI, MKV, WMV
Picture Playback………..PG, PNG, BMP

• Not all listed compressed files guaranteed to play due to different creation methods or file contents.

Bluetooth®

Version:……………v4.2+E.D.R
Audio Codec……………………S.B.C
Profiles……………HFP v1.6,A2DP v1.2, AVRCP V1.5, PBAP V1.1

Wi-Fi
Frequency Band……………….5 GHz
(Only used in wireless connection for CarPlay and Android Auto)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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iPhone” is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries, Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc. BOSS Audio Systems is not affiliated with Apple Inc.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc, and any use of such marks by BOSS Audio Systems is under license, Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Android Auto is a trademark of Google LLC.
Use of the Apple CarPlay logo means that this user interface meets Apple performance standards, Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards, Please note that the use of this product with iPhone  may affect wireless performance.

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