BOSS AUDIO SYSTEM B82ABT Waketower Speaker System User Manual

AUDIO SYSTEM B82ABT Waketower Speaker System
User Manual
B82ABT
USER MANUAL
QUICK START GUIDE
8″ (203 mm) 2-WAY AMPLIFIED MARINE GRADE ROLL CAGE/WAKE TOWER SPEAKER PODS
FEATURING BLUETOOTH® CONTROLLER AND BUILT-IN AMPLIFIER

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B82ABT All-Terrain Sound System
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

2- B82ABT Marine Waketower Speaker System (1 Active + 1 Passive)|
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1- Bluetooth Multi-Function Controller|
1- Handlebar Mounting Kit for Bluetooth Controller|
 1- Mounting Bracket Kit| ![BOSS AUDIO SYSTEM B82ABT Waketower Speaker System

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   1- Power Wire Harness Kit|
   2- Security Rope|
  1- User Manual Quick Start Guide / Poster|
   1- Warranty Card|

INFORMATION TO THE USER

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.
INFORMATION TO THE USER
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 (MPE) evaluation. But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or more away from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles). Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate 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 de-signed 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.

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

BEFORE YOU START

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Do not operate mobile equipment while driving a motorized vehicle — safe driving and safety consideration of others should always be your highest priority.
• 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.
• Set your volume control at a low setting, then slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably without distortion, or ear discomfort.
• 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.

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

WARNING – Always consult 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 B82ABT can be powered from a vehicles cigarette lighter auxiliary power port, or underwater under any circumstances ‘
• Use only the installation parts provided with the B82ABT

CAUTION!! Using other mounting methods may void this warranty

GETTING STARTED

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR B82ABT MULTIFUNCTION CONTROLLER (MFC)

1. MFC – MULTIFUNCTION CONTROLLER
2. BLUETOOTH INDICATOR LED(BLUE) / AUX-IN STATUS INDICATOR(RED)
3. 3.5mm AUX-INPUT
4. PLAY/PAUSE / Press and hold for POWER ON or OFF
5. PREVIOUS TRACK / Press and hold for VOL
6. NEXT TRACK / Press and hold for VOL + / Warning tone while up to maximum volume in Bluetooth mode
7. Disconnect the currently connected Bluetooth device by pressing a button for 4 seconds
8. Clear any paired Bluetooth device in memory by pressing ****buttons for 8 seconds
9. Disconnect the currently connected Bluetooth device by turning off Bluetooth in your device setting menu
10. When powered on and no Bluetooth device is paired or connected, the blue-lit ****button flashes quickly for 10 minutes until powered off.
11. If the Bluetooth device is out of connection range, the Bluetooth pairing/ connection will be automatically disconnected and the blue-lit ****buttons will flash quickly for 10 minutes until powered off.
12. When operation voltage is lower than 9.5Volt, MFC gives a warning tone
13. MFC concludes tones of definition: Power On/Off, Bluetooth connection / Disconnection, Maximum volume, Lower voltage

BLUETOOTH OPERATION

PAIRING & DISCOVERING A NEW BLUETOOTH CONNECTION

1. Power on the B82ABT by pressing and holding down the Play/Pause multifunction button for 3 seconds. The **blue LEDs will start to flash, signaling that the B82ABT is now ready for Bluetooth pairing.
   NOTE:** You have 30 seconds before you must restart this procedure again. 2

2. Now that the B82ABT is in pairing mode:
   ANDROID users:
   a. Go into the Settings menu of your device
   b. Enter the Bluetooth Menu
   c. TURN ON Bluetooth and press SCAN
   d. “BOSS AUDIO B82ABT” will now be displayed under AVAILABLE DEVICES
   e. Press “BOSS AUDIO B82ABT” to get Bluetooth connected
   IOS users:
   a. Go into the Settings menu of your iOS device
   b. Enter the Bluetooth Menu
   c. TURN ON Bluetooth
   d. “BOSS AUDIO B82ABT” will now be displayed
   e. Press “BOSS AUDIO B82ABT” to get Bluetooth connected

3. If the BOSS AUDIO B82ABT is not seen, repeat the above steps to refresh the “Device List”

4. When the connection is successful, the ****blue LED will turn to solid blue from flashing. You are now ready to stream music from your favorite media player to the B82ABT.

BLUETOOTH /OPERATION

RECONNECTION

1. Power on the B82ABT and your last paired device Bluetooth.

2. The unit will now automatically reconnect. The **** blue LED will turn to solid blue.

3. If your device was previously paired with the B82ABT, 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. “BOSS AUDIO B82ABT” will display under AVAILABLE DEVICES
   d. Choose the “BOSS AUDIO B82ABT” to reconnect

4. If the device is out of range from the B82ABT, it will disconnect automatically and the blue LED will flash. If the device is back in range within 10 minutes, the B82ABT will reconnect to the device. Otherwise, the blue LED will keep flashing for 10 minutes until powered off.

Tips: To avoid battery exhaustion, be sure to occasionally run the Tips: vehicles engine while using this product. Using this product without running the engine can drain the battery.

STREAMING MUSIC

MULTIFUNCTION CONTROLLER BLUETOOTH OPERATION

1. Press the PLAY/PAUSE once to start playing music or press the PLAY button from your device touch screen

2. To skip songs or advance, press the NEXT TRACK button

3. To select the previous song, press the PREVIOUS TRACK button
   VOLUME CONTROL
   

4. To raise the volume, Press and Hold the VOL + button for 2 — 3 seconds

5. To lower the volume, Press and Hold the VOL – button for 2 — 3 seconds

TIPS   Make sure your device Bluetooth volume is set at 75% level Tiv3. before stowing in the carry pouch
AUX INPUT
B82ABT can play audio from any device that has a 3.5mm headphone audio jack.

1. Power on the B82ABT by pressing and holding down the PLAY/PAUSE multifunction button for 3 seconds

2. Disconnect any paired Bluetooth device by turning off Bluetooth in your devices Settings Menu

3. Using the supplied 3.5mm audio cable, connect the 3.5mm AUX jack of the multifunction controller to the headphone jack on your device.
   The **LED turns red to indicate it is in AUX mode.
   VOLUME CONTROL**

4. To raise the volume, Press and Hold the VOL+ button for 2 — 3 seconds

5.  To lower the volume, Press and Hold the VOL – button for 2 — 3 seconds
   The buttons on the multifunction controller cannot be used to select songs.

TIPS: Make sure your device headphone volume is set at 75% level I before stowing it into the carry pouch
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.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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 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, make sure to connect the ground wire first. Ensure that the ground wire 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 wire of this unit 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.

SPEAKER MOUNTING SUGGESTIONS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Hand Tools Required:
■ 3/16″ Hex Key and Bit Socket
■ 5/32″ Hex Key and Bit Socket
■ Torque Wrench (in/lbs or nM)
■ Thread Lock Compound

STEP 1 : Removing the top half of the clamp
Using the 3/16″ Hex key, remove the top clamp bolts, and note the Caution labels for correct torque settings later.
STEP 2: To adjust the speaker position
If the speaker position is not to be changed, remove the screws and apply the thread locker compound. Using the 5/32″ hex bit socket, torque swivel screws to 44 in/lbs (5nM). To change the speaker position, use the 5/32″ hex key and remove the screws. Note: the orientation of the screws must remain in the 12 and 6 o’clock positions after moving the bottom clamp to the desired position.
STEP 3: Swivel screws
Apply thread locker compound to the screws. Tighten the screws using the 5/32″ Hex bit socket and torque wrench to 44 in/lbs (5nM).
STEP 4: Securing clamp bolts
Using the correct rubber pads (labeled for 0.D.) install them on both the top and bottom half of the clamps. Apply thread locker compound to the bolts. Hand tightens the bolts evenly (both sides should have the same spacing between bolts). Using the 3/16″ Hex bit socket, set the torque wrench to 65 in/lbs (7nM).
STEP 5: Security rope
Loop the rope around the base of the clamp and bar securely with the supplied hardware.

WIRE DIAGRAM

SPECIFICATIONS

BLUETOOTH

• Version: 5.0 w/ EDR
• A2DP, AVRCP
• Range: 33f t/ 10m (line of sight)

SPEAKERS

• Impedance: 40
• Magnet: Ferrite
• Cone Type: Injected Polypropylene Cone with Butyl Rubber Surround
• Tweeter Size: PEI DOME

AMPLIFIER

• Input impedance: 10k0
• Frequency Response: 45Hz-20kHz
• Low Battery Shut Off
• Standby Current 0.5mA
  

GENERAL

• Swivel Metal Clamp System: 1-1!2″ — 3°
• Operational Power: 12VDC (10-16V allowable)
• MAX Current Draw: 7.8 A
• Replacement Fuse: 10AAGC TYPE
• Color: Black
• Weight: 19.4lbs! 8.8Kg
• Dimensions cm WxHxD: 24.88 x 32.3 x 29.4
• Dimensions Inches WxHxD: 9.8 x 12.72 x 11.57

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

BOSS Audio Systems 3451 Lunar Court

Oxnard, CA 93030www.bossaudio.com 805-751-4853
Customer Service Tech Support:www.bossaudio.com/support
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.

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