Boss BV6860BH User Manual

Boss BV6860BH User Manual

Bluetooth mp3-compatible digital media am/fm receiver

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read the instructions carefully, so you will know how to operate your product properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, keep this document in a safe place for future reference. Table of Contents Introduction ........................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction The product is designed to be installed in an RV, Motorhome, or any panel that can accommodate the mounting hole (W x H): 3.86” x 3.98” (98 x 101 mm), and the mounting depth: 2.64” (67 mm). The product has an integrated four-channel amplifier. You can stream audio from a mobile phone to this product via Bluetooth.
  • Page 4 • Start volume at a low setting then gradually increase the volume until you can hear it comfortably, without sound distortion or ear discomfort. • In the event of smoke, strange noise or odor emitted from the product or any other abnormal operational signs appearing on the product, disconnect the product from the power supply.
  • Page 5: Control Panel

    Control Panel • Press briefly to power the unit on; press and hold to power the unit off. • When powered on, press briefly to mute or restore volume. • Select a source: Radio, Bluetooth, USB, AUX IN 1 and AUX IN 2 AUX IN 1 for the front 3.5 mm audio input, AUX IN 2 for the rear RCA audio input.
  • Page 6 • Press to switch between clock and current status display. • Press and hold to select screen brightness options: High or Low. USB Port • Audio input from a USB flash drive. • Charge a USB device (e.g. a mobile phone). AUX Input (3.5 mm) •...
  • Page 7: Mounting On Dashboard

    Mounting on Dashboard See the section “Installation Precautions”. (P.3) Use only installation parts provided with the product. Using other mounting methods may void the warranty. Before you drill or cut any holes, investigate your vehicle’s layout very carefully. Take special care when you work near the fuel tank, fuel lines, hydraulic lines and electrical wiring.
  • Page 8 Fuse (10A) Pre-amp audio outputs Connect the following audio outputs to the audio inputs on an amplifier. : front right speaker output • FR-OUT : front left speaker output • FL-OUT : rear right speaker output • RR-OUT : rear left speaker output •...
  • Page 9: Power On/Off

    Power on/off • To power the unit on, press briefly - When powered on, the unit switches to the last selected source and the function knob backlight is illuminated. • To power the unit off, press and hold - When powered off, clock is displayed and the function knob backlight is off. The screen will be kept on if the LED is set on through the preference settings.
  • Page 10: Adjust Screen Brightness

    Adjust volume simultaneously Simply rotate the function knob to adjust two ZONEs (if neither ZONE is muted). Adjust volume independently Press briefly ZONE A or ZONE B. “ZONE A” or “ZONE B” flashes on the display. Rotate the function knob to adjust ZONE A or ZONE B volume. Mute volume •...
  • Page 11: Listen To Radio

    Listen to Radio You can listen to FM and AM radio, and preset the radio stations. The preset radio stations will be retained if the unit is disconnected from the vehicle’s battery. Select a Radio Band • Press BND repeatedly to select FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2. Tune to a Radio Station Select an FM or AM radio band.
  • Page 12: Bluetooth Streaming

    - “BT MUSIC” is displayed briefly. Then “UNPAIRED” is displayed, and this indicates that the unit is in pairing mode. On your mobile device, enable Bluetooth and select “BOSS AUDIO BV6860BH” to pair the unit with your mobile device. If prompted for password, input “0000” on your mobile device.
  • Page 13: Play Audio From Usb

    Playback Control through Bluetooth When the unit connects to your mobile device, you can then play audio files from your mobile device. Music will be streamed to the unit. - Music title will scroll on the display. - For best sound performance, set the volume of your mobile device to maximum, then adjust the volume through control on the unit.
  • Page 14 Select Play Mode • Press RPT repeatedly to select a play mode. The display shows the following play mode options. - RPT ONE: play the current track repeatedly. is displayed. - RPT FOLD: play the current music folder repeatedly. is displayed. - RPT ALL: play all the audio files repeatedly.
  • Page 15: Set An Alarm Timer

    Set an Alarm Timer This unit features an alarm function. Make sure the clock is correctly set. (P.8) When powered on, press and hold the function knob to access the preference setting options. When “ALARM ON” is displayed, press the function knob to enter alarm setting mode (if “ALARM OFF”...
  • Page 16: Sound Settings

    When a setting option is displayed, press the function knob until “SLEEP ON” is displayed (if “SLEEP OFF” is displayed, rotate the function knob to select “SLEEP ON”). When “SLEEP ON” is displayed, press the function knob to enter sleep setting mode. Two digits are displayed and flashed.
  • Page 17: Preference Settings

    Preference Settings This section helps you change the preference settings of this unit. When powered on, press and hold the function knob to access the preference setting options. Then press the function knob briefly and repeatedly to select setting options. When an option is displayed, rotate the function knob to adjust values or settings.
  • Page 18: Audio Input

    Audio Input You can input audio from a playback device (e.g. a mobile phone, MP3 player, or CD/DVD player) through the 3.5 mm audio input or RCA audio inputs. Using 3.5 mm Audio Connector Connect the AUX input (3.5 mm) on the front panel to the headphone jack on your mobile phone (or MP3 player), using the following cable.
  • Page 19: Pass-Through Connection

    Pass-through Connection For your cable routing convenience, the unit has HDMI and RCA video input and output connectors which allow HDMI and RCA signals to pass through the unit without being processed. Using HDMI Connectors Using a high quality HDMI cable (not included), connect the HDMI output on your DVD player (or game console) to the HDMI input on the unit’s front panel.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you have problems using this product, check the following points before you request service. If you still have a problem, contact our technical support. Problem Solution No power Check that the power cables (battery/ignition/ground) are properly connected. (P.6) Check that the vehicle ignition power is switched on.
  • Page 21: Specifications

    Specifications Audio Max output power ........40 W x 4 Speaker impedance ........4 - 8 Ω Frequency response .........20 Hz-20 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio ........>65 dB AUX input sensitivity .........1000 mV RCA input sensitivity .........1000 mV Pre-amp outputs......... Full range for front, rear, and subwoofer (mono) FM Tuner Frequency range ........
  • Page 22 Compatibility ..........Type A, USB 2.0 (High-Speed) File system ..........FAT32 USB charging ........... 5VDC, 1A (not for mobile phone playback) Audio playback ......... MP3, WMA General Power supply ..........12VDC Current consumption ........ max 10A Fuse ............ATO type, 10A Screen ............

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