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- Page 2 Thank you for Choosing BOSS Audio Systems! IMPORTANT! Fill Out And Keep For Your Records.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents … …………………………………..… Media ………………………………………….. CarPlay Display…………………………………………... 18 Notes…………………………………………………………….4 Disable Apps………………………………………………. 18 Warnings……….…………………...……………………...23 USB Playback……………………...……………………... 23 Android Auto™ ……………………………..About this Manual………………………………..……… 7 Naviga�ng Menu Warnings……………..………………………………….…. 19 California Prop. 65…..…………………………………… 7 otos………………………………………………………...23 Using Android Auto………………………………..Basic Product Opera�on.. ………………... - Page 4 Contents Connec�ons........AV IN..........25 Volume………………………………..……………….….27 Source Level … …………………………...…………….….27 Playback…….…………………………………………….…. 25 30-35 Camera..........25 Display Se�ngs......Power/SWC …… …… ………………....………... Warnings….……………………………………………..…. 25 Speaker…….………………………………………………..31 Reverse View……………………………………………..25 Audio Pre-amp/AV IN/Radio/GPS.………...…..32 Gamma……………..……………………………………….. 28 General Se�ngs......26 Camera/USB/MIC………………………………………...33 LED Anima�on.. Parking Brake……………………………………………..34 System Language.………………………………….…….26 Hands-Free Mic..........35 Bluetooth®...
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Page 5: Notes
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are property. registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by AUTION BOSS Audio Systems is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those... - Page 6 Always consult with a professional installer . 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 quali ed BOSS AUDIO SYSTEMS Service Center.
- Page 7 Before Installing – Use this unit with a 12- 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 was intended to be used with the g this feature will void any...
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Page 8: About This Manual
Apps accessible About this manual To en�rely 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. -Keep the manual... -
Page 9: Basic Product Opera�On
What comes in the box Hardware Qty 2 Moun�ng Brackets Qty 1 BCPA8W Qty 1 Tapping Screw 5X18 B/A Qty 1 Qty 1 Spring Washer Rubber Grommet Connections Qty 2 Plain Washer Hex Bolt Qty 1 Qty 1 Wire Harness Qty 2 Extrac�on Key... -
Page 10: Product Basics
Front Detail 1. Menu Bu�on Touch to switch between the home menu and the last selected source. 2. Voice Assistant Touch to ac�vate voice assistant. Enable Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or Bluetooth connec�on to use voice assistant. 3. Power/Volume Knob •... - Page 11 Rear Detail The fixed Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna Verify the antenna is screw tightened. Connects to the supplied GPS antenna L-IN R-IN V-IN SUB1 SUB2 RADIO Fuse (15A) Pre-Amp Audio Audio/Video Inputs Outputs Wire Harness Connector USB2 FM/AM Antenna Jack USB1...
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Page 12: Unit Installa�On
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Page 13: Opera�On Instruc�On
Opera�on instruc�on The display screen can be freely The display screen can be freely adjusted 25 degrees back or forth adjusted 15 degrees right or le� The up and down posi�on of the display screen can be freely adjusted... -
Page 14: Display Screen Disassembly Instruc�On
CAUTION! Display screen removal 2.Gently pulling the display panel forward... -
Page 15: Using And Caring For The Touchscreen
Using and Caring for the Touchscreen Use: -end mobile devices. It should be used for and cared for like that type of Do not allow any sharp objects to come in contact with the screen glass. Care and Cleaning: To clean the screen, use a dry micro ber type cloth to clean. Do not use ammonia, window cleaner, or any other type of household chemicals to clean the screen. -
Page 16: Prod Uct Setup
Product Setup (Date & Time) Connect your Apple ® device using a General > Language lightning® cable. The CarPlay USB port must be used. date. User must set Time Zone manually. Default is Paci c Time Zone. -
Page 17: Naviga�Ng The Menus
Android Auto Media Camera Home CarPlay Handsfree Tuner Hands-free AV IN... -
Page 18: Apple Carplay
Gestures & Control Se�ngs > Bluetooth then select prohibited and or illegal while driving in your “BOSS AUDIO BCPA8W" for pairing. Basic controls, but not limited to: Enable wireless CarPlay when prompted When in doubt, park the vehicle and engage on your iPhone. -
Page 19: Carplay Display
On your iPhone, go to Note > CarPlay, select this unit's name from the device list (shown below). Then select Apps > CarPlay. Only apps with can be removed Customize to access CarPlay apps. from CarPlay or added in CarPlay. BOSS AUDIO BCPA8W... -
Page 20: Android Auto
Familiarize yourself with your Local and State Se�ngs > Bluetooth then select laws regarding mobile devices. "BOSS AUDIO BCPA8W" for pairing. ● Initial USB port connection for Android Auto. be prohibited and or illegal while driving in Minimum System Requirements To enable Android Auto connec�on... -
Page 21: Bluetooth
Touch 1. Touch Contact > Download On your mobile device, go to Se�ngs > To Download History Bluetooth then select “BOSS AUDIO BCPA8W for pairing. 1. Touch History > Download Follow the prompts on your mobile device and NOTE this product to complete Bluetooth pairing. -
Page 22: Calling
Auto Connect: ON Touch to make call 2. Incoming Call Auto Answer: OFF 2. Contacts Device Name: BOSS AUDIO BCPA8W Touch the contact name 3. Missed Call Clear Records 3. History Private Mode Choose the name, then Voice Assistant (Push-To-Talk) -
Page 23: Audio
Bluetooth, the mobile For best performance, your mobile device device must be Paired and Connected to the Touch BCPA8W. All volume adjustments for the system should If CarPlay or Android Auto is connected, you Available sources will display be controlled from the product. -
Page 24: Media
Media USB Playback Video Control 1. Play/Pause Touch Touch Track Forward/Backward 3. Repeat All To browse contents, Swipe 4. Repeat one To return to the current le playing, Audio Control 5. SETUP Touch Play/Pause Photo Control Track Fwd / Rev WARNING Play/Pause Watching videos or photos while driving is... -
Page 25: Radio
Radio FM / AM Set a Favorite Sta�on On the home screen, touch the Tuner icon to 8. Access radio se�ng menu. switch to radio. 9. Search and store FM or AM sta�ons. 10. Touch the sta�on frequency to access the icon will turn to the red star icon. -
Page 26: Av In
AV In/Camera External Source Playback Reverse View Images may appear reversed Do not use features of this product if it cannot When the vehicle is put into reverse gear, the be operated safely and legally in your camera will display the image on the screen. Touch CHECK SURROUNDINGS BEFORE PROCEEDING Rear View... -
Page 27: General Se�Ngs
General System Language System Tone Touch to change Touch English (Default), Spanish Touch Note Power O Delay CarPlay is independent of the system Some vehicles during crank to start will CAUTION interrupt the accessory power. Time Zone If the product re-boots during crank to start, Turn ON delay The delay can select 1, 2 or 3 sec. -
Page 28: Audio
Audio Preset EQ Loudness Enhances and gently boosts low and high freq. To access the EQ menu Jazz, HipHop, Pop, Rock, R&B Touch Balance/Fader Touch Touch Internal Amp To reduce the possibility of noise entering the Swipe for quick adjustment -amp outputs, the internal amp can be turned OFF Front/Rear Fader, Touch... -
Page 29: Gamma
Display Bluetooth LED Anima�on Note Touch Touch Bluetooth will turn OFF CarPlay or Android Auto is connected. If other devices are connected via Bluetooth, they will When the vehicle lights are on, the products Will cycle through all colors on LED touch be disconnected for CarPlay/Android connec�on. -
Page 30: Bluetooth® Se�Ngs
Parking Assist guide Adjust Device Name Rear View Delay BOSS AUDIO BCPA8W If your rear view camera does not have parking 0 Sec (Default), 0.1 Sec, 0.5 Sec, 1 Sec, 2 Sec guide lines, turn on the parking guide lines built... -
Page 31: Connec�Ons
Power/SWC UTION Note It is recommended to have the product Unused input/output wires need be insulated with tape, heat shrink, or crimp professional. connectors. Never use wire nuts. UTION prevent damage to the product, and/or possible injury. Red/White, Rear Camera Power (+12V, 500 mA) Front Camera Power Red/Violet,... -
Page 32: Speaker
S akers UTION Do not chassis ground any speaker wire leads. UTION Only use 4-8 Speakers Do not use 1-3 Speakers UTION Do not bridge any of the channels, they are Rear Right (Ch. 4) only to be wired in stereo mode. Purple (+) Green (+) Purple/Black (-) -
Page 33: Audio Pre-Amp/Av In/Radio/Gps
Audio Pre-amp/AV IN/ Radio/GPS Note for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antenna Note This unit comes the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antenna If pre-amp outputs are being used exclusively, which is a�ached to the rear of the unit. turn O the internal amp of the product, to L-IN The antenna is designed for wireless recep�on reduce the possibility of noise entering the... -
Page 34: Camera/Usb/Mic
Camera/USB/MIC ARNING 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 USB2 USB1... -
Page 35: Parking Brake
Parking Brake WARNING feature) violates Federal, State, and Local laws. This may lead to injury, property damage, and/or death. WARNING Power/Speaker/SWC/ Harness Watching videos or photos while driving is against Federal , State, and Local laws. Note Note For Android Auto setup, the parking brake status wire MUST be connected. -
Page 36: Hands-Free Mic
Hands-free Mic Placement Every vehicle will perform di erently due to layout, interior materials, etc. shaded areas are the recommended Items to look for before placement: Do not place in front of air vents. If the vehicle has tweeters placed on sail panels, do NOT locate the mic on steering column area. -
Page 37: Swc Compatibility
Steering Wheel Control Compa�bility SWC Introduc�on Programmable Controls SWC Installa�on / Programming Steering Wheel Control (SWC) func�on allows The following radio / audio func�on controls Contact your local installa�on expert for the you to operate this unit via an external device are available to be programmed. -
Page 38: Troubleshoo�Ng
Issues Cause No sound Internal ampli er is o Touch the volume. Product is muted Check the external ampli ers are on. External ampli ers Check the remote output wire has voltage. Change the audio source. Audio source Media not supported Change the media format on the USB device. - Page 39 Unit is unresponsive Processor has frozen Restore the factory se�ngs. Use a small pin to press the reset pinhole on the bo�om of the display. Customer Service 805-751-4853 M-F 8:30a-5:00p (PST) Tech Support: www.bossaudio.com/support/technical-support © 2023 BOSS Audio Systems...
- Page 40 General Audio Cont’d Power Input…………………………...8.5 V—18 V DC Pre-amp Output…………………………………..3 Pairs USB Spec………….…………...USB 2.0 (High-Speed) Nominal………………………...14.4 V DC Front………………………4V, Full-Range USB Port 1: CarPlay & Android Auto ……..Current Output 1.5A ....15A Rear………………………..4V, Full-Range USB Port 2: Media & 1.5A Charging Fuse Type………………………………....15A ....
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