BOSS AUDIO SYSTEM MGV550B Marine Gauge Digital Media AM-FM Receiver User Manual

June 4, 2024
Boss Audio System

MGV550B Marine Gauge Digital Media AM-FM Receiver

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MGV550B
USER’S MANUAL
QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE
BLUETOOTH® I (AUDIO STREAMING)
MARINE GAUGE DIGITAL MEDIA AM/FM RECEIVER
FEATURING BUILT-IN AMPLIFIER BOSS AUDIO SYSTEM MGV550B Marine Gauge
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Thank you for purchasing this MGV550B Bluetooth Marine Digital Media AM/FM Receiver your model properly.
Please read through these instructions carefully so you will know how to operate After you have finished reading the instructions, keep this document in a safe place for future reference. BOSS AUDIO SYSTEM MGV550B Marine Gauge
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INFORMATION TO THE USER

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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 interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device. This transmitter must not be co- located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The Bluetooth antenna cannot be removed (or replaced) by the user. This equipment complies with FCC/ IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it is deemed to comply with without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or more away from the person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet, and authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Relocate or reorient the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

!! WARNING !!
ADJUSTMENT OR ALTERATIONS OF THIS DEVICE MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

BEFORE YOU START

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BE SURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:

  • Do not turn 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 Service Center Using this product in this condition may result in permanent damage to the system.

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
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
  • The MGV550B should be wired directly to a vehicle’s battery
  • When wiring directly to the vehicle’s battery, be sure to disconnect
  • The MGV550B has an IPX6 the battery negative terminal wire before starting any wiring procedures, if extending the main power primary wire, it is suggested that an optional fuse and fuse holder (not included) with a minimum rating of 15 Amperes be in-line with the positive battery terminal
  • The ground cable length should be as short as possible, if extending from your battery, be sure to use a proper gauge rating for the length of the run, and use only high-quality copper primary type wire weather-resistant design, it should not be submerged in or under water under any circumstances
  • Do not use abrasive cleaning materials on the lens or bezel
  • Use only the installation parts provided with the MGV550B
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3 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

When replacing the fuse, be sure to only use avoid short-circuiting, cover any disconnected leads with insulating tape. It is especially important to insulate any unused wires,  which if left uncovered may cause a short circuit. When connecting other devices to this product, refer to the manual for the product to be connected. The black cable is ground, Ensure that the ground cable is properly connected to metal parts of the vehicle’s body frame or directly to the battery if your vehicle does not have a grounded chassis frame. The ground cable of this unit’s power amp and a second-powered system must be connected to the frame separately with different screws. If the screw for the ground wire

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

TROUBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
The unit will not turn on The fuse is blown Check/replace the fuse
Ignition not engaged Turn ignition to on position
No sound is heard Blown speaker Replace faulty speaker
Volume is low / muted Press the volume level up
The device is paused or muted Check your device playing/volume status
Cannot pair Bluetooth The Bluetooth function of the device is not enabled

Refer to the user manual of the device for how to enable the Bluetooth function
The MGV550B BT memory is full| Follow how to reconnect a device in section E
The audio quality is poor after connection with a Bluetooth-enabled device| The Bluetooth reception is poor| Move the device closer to the audio system or remove any obstacle between the device and the system’s antenna
The unit has become unresponsive| Power glitch or interference| Disconnect power for 10 seconds to reset
Low battery power| Charge the battery, run the engine to recharge the battery
Reset the main system| Follow steps in section B

TECHNICAL SUPPORT
1-805-751-4853
www.bossaudio.com/supportBOSS AUDIO
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SPECIFICATIONS

FM TUNER FREQUENCY RANGE

  • USA 87.5~107.9MHz
  • Europe 87.5~108MHz
  • Asia 87.5~108MHz
  • Australia 87.5~108MHz
  • Usable Sensitivity: 12dB (S/N=30dB)
  • Bands: 3

AM TUNER FREQUENCY RANGE

  • USA 530~1710KHz
  • Europe 522~1620KHz
  • Asia 522~1620KHz
  • Usable Sensitivity: 40dB (S/N=20dB)
  • Australia 522~1620KHz
  • Bands: 2

BLUETOOTH

  • BT: 4.1
  • BT Range: 33Ft
  • BT Profile:A2DP

USB DRIVE MEDIA SUPPORTED

  • MP3
  • WMA
  • 32GB
  • USB Output Voltage: 5VDC @ 1A

INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER

  • PEAK Power Rating: 60W / channel
  • Channels: 4
  • Frequency Response: 20-20kHz

CHASSIS

  • Button Backlight Illumination: BLUE LED
  • F/R/S RCA Preamp Output:2VRMS
  • RCA Input Impedance:10kQ

GENERAL

  • Power Source: 12VDC
    (12V ~ 16V allowable)

  • Maximum Current Consumption: 15A

  • Unit Weight: 2.29lbs/1.04kg

  • Storage Temperature:
    20℃ ~ 60℃

  • Operation Temperature:
    -20℃ ~ 60℃

  • Replacement Fuse: 15A

SUGGESTED MOUNTING METHODS

CAUTION!!
Using other mounting methods may void this warranty

  1. Make the mounting hole size as follows
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  2. Slip the unit through the hole cutoutBOSS AUDIO SYSTEM MGV550B Marine Gauge Digital Media AM FM Receiver - figure 6

  3. Firmly tighten the remaining four screws on the front panel.BOSS AUDIO SYSTEM MGV550B Marine Gauge Digital Media AM FM Receiver - figure 7

TOOLS NEEDED:

  • Measuring Tape / Ruler
  • Wrench and/or Pliers
  • Hole Saw
  • Crimp Tool

WIRE DIAGRAM

No Colour Function No Colour Function
1 Red Acc 7 Blue Remote
2 White/B FL- 8 Green/B RL-
3 White FL+ 9 Green RL+
4 Yellow Constant 10 Black Gnd
5 Grey/B FR- 11 Purple/B RR-
6 Grey FR+ 12 Purple RR+

Bullet Soket function

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CAUTION!!
Do not ground or short the speaker leads

GETTING STARTED

BOSS AUDIO SYSTEM MGV550B Marine Gauge Digital Media AM FM
Receiver

To avoid battery exhaustion be sure to run the vehicle’s engine while using this product. Tips: Using this product  without running the engine can drain the battery
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Button Control Fuctions

Button| working condition| operation| MGV550B functional description
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ROTARY KNOB| Power OFF| short press| POWER ON
Power ON| long press| POWER OFF
short press| EQ
Idle Mode| turn right| Volume increase
turn left| Volume decrease
MODE| Power ON| short press| Switch function: RADIO-USB-BT-AUX/AV
long press| no function
| RADIO| short press| Back to main menu
USB| short press| Back to main menu
| RADIO| short press| Video Input for rear view Camera
USB| short press| Video Input for rear view Camera
| RADIO| short press| Lighting power supply output
long press| no function
| RADIO| short press| no function
USB/BT| short press| play/stop
| RADIO| short press| Automatic up Search Radio
long press| 1. Long press into MANUAL MODE and appear “MANUAL SEEK” (The display is five seconds )Release the button and short press to step forward the station
2.Exit MANUAL MODE after entering MANUAL MODE for about 5S without adjusting the frequency
BT| short press| Choose the next song
long press| no function
USB| short press| Choose the next song
long press| Fast forward selections
| RADIO| short press| Automatic down Search Radio
long press| 1.Long press into MANUAL MODE and appear “MANUALSEEK” (The display is five seconds ) Release the button and shortp ress to step back the station
2.Exit MANUAL MODE after entering
MANUAL MODE for about five seconds without adj usting the frequency.
BT| short press| Choose the last song
long press| no function
USB| short press| Choose the last song
long press| Fast backward selections

AUDIO and SYSTEM SETUP

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RADIO OPERATION

  1. Press the MODE button to select RADIO
  2. Press MUTE to MUTE, press again to UNMUTE
  3. To advance stations press
  4. To skip previous stations press the 144 PRESET buttons to recall PRESETS 1 – 6
  5. Press and hold the desired PRESET to save the station

BLUETOOTH OPERATION

PAIRING & DISCOVERING A NEW BLUETOOTH CONNECTION
Note: The mobile device must be within 33ft (10m) of the MGV550B for Bluetooth to function properly.

  1. Press the MODE button to access Bluetooth Streaming.
    ANDROID users:
    a. Go into the Settings Menu of your ANDROID device
    b. Enter the Bluetooth Menu and press SCAN
    c. “Boss Audio MGV550B” will now be displayed under AVAILABLE DEVICES
    d. If prompted, enter passcode: “0000”
    iOS users:
    a. Go into the Settings Menu of your iOS device
    b. Enter the Bluetooth Menu
    c. “Boss Audio MGV550B” will now be displayed
    d. If prompted, enter passcode: “0000” 2)

  2. If the MGV550B is not seen, repeat the above steps to refresh the “Device List”

  3. When the BT connection is successful you will see the BT logo light up on the MGV550B display, you are now ready to stream music from your device’s favorite media player to the MGV550B

RECONNECTION

  1. Power on the MGV550B and your last paired device Bluetooth
  2. The unit will now automatically be reconnected
  3. If your device was previously paired with the MGV55013. but it wasn’t the last paired device: a. Ensure no other devices are currently paired
  4. If the device is out of range from the MGV550B. it will disconnect automatically

USB OPERATION

  1. Press the mode button to select BT AUDIO
  2. Press ►/II to start PLAY. Press again to PAUSE
  3. To skip songs or advance tracks press
  4. To select the previous track press the button E44
  5. Press the MODE button to select the
  6. Press p.m! to start PLAY, press again to PAUSE
  7. To skip songs or advance tracks press
  8. To select the previous track press

AUX-INPUT

  1. Press the MODE button to select AUX IN

Accessory

  1. The star button can serve two purposes, one press will turn on the aux power. Press again and it will turn off the aux power.
  2. The other function if the user decides to turn on favorite from the camera menu. press and hold to power on the camera. Press and hold again to turn off the camera.

Camera

  1. There are two cameras in the setting, when this button is pressed, it will display the rear camera image until it is pressed again.You can see the condition in the rear when you back a car, ATV.UTV.golf cart.
  2. Enable is to allow camera 1 or 2 to be the default,when disabled, the unit can not allow camera 2 to be the default.

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