velex VX508 Bluetooth Amplifier User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- velex
Table of Contents
- velex VX508 Bluetooth Amplifier
- THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS
- BEFORE YOU START
- WIRE DIAGRAM
- BEFORE INSTALLING THIS PRODUCT
- SUGGESTED MOUNTING METHODS
- GETTING STARTED
- BLUETOOTH OPERATION
- STREAMING MUSIC
- AUX-INPUT
- TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
- SPECIFICATIONS
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velex VX508 Bluetooth Amplifier
VX508 Bluetooth Amplifier
Please read through these instructions carefully so you will know how to
operate your model properly.
After you have finished reading the instructions, keep this document in a safe
place for future reference.
THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS
BEFORE YOU START
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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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.
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Set your volume control at a low setting, then slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably without distortion, or ear discomfort.
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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 technician.
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Using this product in this condition may result in permanent damage to the system.
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
WARNING 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.
- VX508 should be powered directly to a vehicle battery
- When wiring directly to vehicle battery, be sure to disconnect the batteries negative terminal wire before starting any wiring procedures, if extending the main power wire, it is suggested that an optional fuse and fuse holder (not included) with minimum rating of 20 Amperes be in-line with the positive battery terminal.
- The ground cable length should not exceed 18-inches (See wiring diagram PG 4) The VX508 has a weather resistant design, it should not be submerged in or under water under any circumstances
- Use only the installation parts provided with the VX508
CAUTIONS!! Using other mounting methods may void this warranty
WIRE DIAGRAM
CAUTION!! Do not ground or short the PINK antenna wire
BEFORE INSTALLING THIS PRODUCT
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.
When replacing the fuse, be sure to only use a fuse of the rating specified on this product.
To avoid short-circuiting, cover any disconnected lead 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, make sure to connect the ground wire first.
Ensure that the ground cable is properly connected to metal parts of the vehicles body frame or direct to the battery if your vehicle does not have a grounded chassis frame. The ground cable of this units power amp and a second powered system must be connected to the frame separately with different screws. If the screw for the ground wire loosens or falls out, it could result in fire or malfunction.
TOOLS NEEDED:
- Wrench and/or Pliers -#2 Philips screwdriver
- Crimp tool
- Electrical tape
SUGGESTED MOUNTING METHODS
The VX508 can mounted in three different configurations:
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Flush Mount
The flush mount quick mount bezel requires no screws Use cutout dimensions: 3-3/16” W x 1-11/16” H (82mm x 43mm) -
Surface Mount
The flush mount bezel has two recessed screw holes to facilitate the included two oval-head screws. -
HANDLEBAR MOUNT
Use provided pan-head screws and stainless steel clamp, there are three mounting variations to secure the stainless steel clamp, try the best one for your application, securely tighten the stainless clamp to fit your application.
Tips:
To release the VX508 controller from the mounting bezel, insert a small jewelers screwdriver into the left/right slots of the bezel.
GETTING STARTED
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VX508 MULTIFUNCTION CONTROLLER (MFC)
- MFC-MULTIFUNCTIONAL CONTORLLER
- SRC PURPLE = AUX IN / RED = USB MODE = BLUETOOTH
- VOLUME UP
- SHORT PRESS – NEXT TRACK / LONG PRESS – EQ SETTING
- PLAY / PAUSE
- VOLUME DOWN
- SHORT PRESS – PREVIOUS TRACK / LONG PRESS- EQ SETTING
BLUETOOTH OPERATION
PAIRING & DISCOVERING A NEW BLUETOOTH CONNECTION
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Power on the VX508 by short press the SRC 2 button, the Bluetooth blue2 LED will be switched on, a confirmation tone will be heard, signaling that VX508 is now ready for Bluetooth pairing.
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Now that the VX508 (VELEX) is in pairing mode:
Android users:
a. Go into the Setting Menu of your device.
b. Enter the Bluetooth Menu and press SCAN.
c. VX508 (VELEX) will now be display under AVAILABLE DEVICES.
d. If prompted, enter passcode: “0000″.
IOS users:
Go into the Setting Menu of your device.
Enter the Bluetooth Menu.
VX508 (VELEX) will now be display.
If prompted, enter passcode: “0000″. -
If the VX508 is not seen, repeat the above steps to refresh the “Device List”.
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When the connection is successful, you are now ready to steam music from your devices favorite media player to the VX508.
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Press and hold SRC button to power off VX508.
Tips:
To avoid battery exhaustion be sure to run the vehicles engine while using this product. Using this product without running the engine can drain the battery.
RECONNECTION
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Power on the VX508 and your last paired Bluetooth Device;
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The unit will now automatically reconnect;
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If your device was previous paired with VX508, but it wasn’t the last paired device:
a. Ensure no other devices are currently paired
b. Enter the Bluetooth Menu on your device being paired
c. VX508 will display under AVAILABLE DEVICES
d. Choose the VX508 to reconnect -
If the device is out of range from VX508, it will disconnect automatically:
a.To reconnect once device is back in range, press the Power 2 button once
b.The VX508 will now reconnect to the device, a confirmation tone will be heard from the speakers.
STREAMING MUSIC
MULTIFUNCTIONAL CONTROLLER BLUETOOTH OPERATION
- Press the 5 PLAY/PAUSE, once to start playing music or press the PLAY button from your device touch screen, pressing again to PAUSE
- To skip songs or advance, press the 4 NEXT TRACK button, press and hold to FAST FORWARD
- To select the previous song, press the PREVIOUS TRACK 7 button, press and hold to FAST REWIND
VOLUME CONTROL
1. To raise the VOLUME press 3 UP button
2. To lower the VOLUME press DOWN 6 button
EQ Settting
Press and hold >> or << button for 2 seconds, VX508 will switch between POP, JAZZ, CLASSIC, ROCK and EQ OFF, a confirmation tone will be heard when adjustment complete.
Turn the BLUETOOTH volume level on your device to its 100%Tips: level
AUX-INPUT
AUX-IN OPERATION
Vx508 can play audio from any device that has a pair of RCA output
- Power on the VX508 by short press SRC 2 button
- Short press the SRC 2 button again once, the controller LED lighting will change to RED, indicating the system is in AUX-IN mode.
- Bluetooth devices will remain paired even in AUX-IN MODE
- Connect the integrated RCA AUX-IN cable on the amplifier (if you have a 3.5mm jack device, please use the 3.5mm to RCA adaptor, 3.5mm to RCA adaptor is not included)
- Route the audio wires back to a convenient storage place, secure your device.
VOLUME CONTROL
- To raise the VOLUME press UP 3 button
- To lower the VOLUME press DOWN 6 button
- To MUTE / UN-MUTE the VOLUME press PLAY / PAUSE 5 button
Turn the HEADPHONE volume level on your device to its 100%Tips: level
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
TROUBLE | CAUSE | SOLUTION |
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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
Device is paused or muted
| Check your devices playing / volume status
Can not pair Bluetooth
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The Bluetooth function of the device is not enabled
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Refer to the user manual of the device for how to enable the Bluetooth function
The audio quality is poor after connection with a Bluetooth enabled device
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The Bluetooth reception is poor
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Move the device closer to the audio system or remove any obstacle between the device and the systems antenna
Unit has become unresponsive
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Power glitch or interference
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Disconnect power for 10 seconds to reset
SPECIFICATIONS
BLUETOOTH
- BT: 5.0
- BT Range: 33FT / 10 M (CLASS 2)
- BT Profiles: A2DP
AMPLIFIER
- Channels: 2 Class D
- MAX Continuous Output: 150W x 2 Peak @4ohm speaker
- PEAK Power Rating
- RMS Total Power Output: 150W x 2
- Class AB
- Bridgeable to 300W x 1 peak @ 8ohm speaker, only for professional Frequency response: 20-20KHz
- 4 Ohm stable
- Input impedance: 22K Ohm
CHASSIS
- Dimension: W x L x H
- 99 x 203 x 50 mm
- Controller Dimensions W x L x H 47 x 95 x 22 mm
- Controller cable length: 3m
- Quick connect Molex power harness
GENERNAL
- Power source: 14.4VDC (10.8 16V Allowable)
- Grounding System: Negative type
- Maximum Current Consumption: 20A
- 3-way protection circuitry (thermal, overload, and speaker short protection) USB output voltage: 5VDC @1A
- Unit weight: 2.08lbs / 0.94kgs
- Storage Temperature: 5 F to 113 F / – 15 to 45 degree
- Replacement Fuse: 10A
(Replace with ATO Fuse Type Only).
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