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IMPORTANT! Fill Out And Keep For Your Records.
Thank you for Choosing BOSS Audio Systems!
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Contents
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Notes…………………………………………………………….4
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About this Manual………………………………..……… 7
California Prop. 65…..…………………………………… 7
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What comes in the box……………………………… …. 8
Product Basics……………………..……..………….. 9-14
Prod
Naviga�ng the Menus
uct Setup……………………………………..………13
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Warnings……….…………………...……………………...15
Using CarPlay……………………...……………………...15
CarPlay Display…………………………………………... 16
Disable Apps………………………………………………. 16
Warnings……………..………………………………….…. 17
Using Android Auto……………………………….......
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Phonebook………………………………………………… 18
Device Status……………………………………………... 18
Calling..…………………………………………………….… 19
History……………………………………………………….. 19
Private Mode……………………………………………... 19
Audio…………………………………………………………..20
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Warnings……….…………………...……………………...21
Ph
Naviga�ng Menu
otos………………………………………………………...21
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Using and Caring for the Touchscreen………..12
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Voice Assistant (Push-To-Talk)........................19
Android Auto™...............................
Bluetooth®
Contents
Media
Radio
Apple CarPlay
Basic Product Opera�on
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Gestures & C
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ntrol……………………………………...15
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USB/Micro SD Playback
Media Player Source Switching……………….…..20
Track Control……………………………………………....20
Radio Home Screen.........................................22
Tune to a Radio Sta�on...................................22
Store Radio Sta�ons Automa�cally.................22
Select a Stored Radio Sta�on..........................22
Set a Favorite Sta�on......................................22
Stereo and Mono FM......................................22
Local and Distant FM.......................................22
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EQ.………………………………………………………….….. 25
Balance/Fader……………………………………………..25
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Contents
Loudness…………………………………………………….. 25
Subwoofer……………………………………………….…. 25
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Gamma……………..……………………………………….. 26
Device Name
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Rear Camera Input………………....…………….……27
Rear View Delay …………………………………….…
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Region……………………………….………………………..27
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Warnings….……………………………………………..…. 23
Reverse View…………………………………………….... 23
AV IN
General Se�ngs
Camera
Audio
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Playback…….…………………………………………….…. 23
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Date & Time…..………………………………………..…. 24
Auto Adjust Daylight Saving…..………...…….…. 24
System Tone…..……………………………………...….. 24
System Language.………………………………….…….24
Time Zone……………………………………………........24
Power O
Delay…………………………………………..24
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Power/SWC 28
Speaker…….………………………………………………....29
Audio Pre-amp/AV IN/Radio/GPS.………...….....30
Camera/USB/MIC………………………………………...31
Parking Brake…………………………………………….....32
H
SWC Compa�bility...........................34
ands-free Mic……………………...............………...33
Front Camera Input ……………………………….……27
Parking Assist Guide…………........…………………27
Parking Assist Guide Adjust……….....……………27
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Display Se�ngs
Bluetooth® Se�ngs
Camera
Radio Se�ngs
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Connec�ons
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Troubleshoo�ng..............................
Specifica�ons..................................37
Internal Amp…………………………………………….…25
Volume……………………………….....……………….….25
Source Level..…………………………...…………….….25
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Important
ARNING
This symbol with “WARNING” is intended to
injury, death, damage to the product and/or
property.
AUTION
This symbol with “CAUTION” is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important
injury or damage to the product and/or
property.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
Other trademarks and trade names are those
Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Use of the Apple CarPlay logo means that
this user interface meets Apple
performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the opera�on of
this device or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards. Please note that the use
of this product with iPhone may affect
wireless performance.
Android Auto is a trademark of Google LLC.
.
iPhone® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries.
BOSS Audio Systems is under license.
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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.
Do not operate mobile video equipment while driving a motorized vehicle –
always be your highest
priority.
, or ear discomfort.
o the power and consult your
dealer or the nearest authorized BOSS AUDIO SYSTEMS Service Center.
BOSS AUDIO SYSTEMS does not recommend to install the product yourself.
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.
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Product Safety
was intended to be used with the
g this feature will void any
and all warranty. Please check with a professional installer to have your product installed properly.
Important Note
Due to ongoing enhancements, example images on screens may slightly di r from actual product.
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.
Before Installing
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Use this unit with a 12-
i
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Images and Video
Watching video while driving is against Federal, State, and Local laws.
ident.
Check surroundings for safety while camera images are displayed.
n of smartphone Apps accessible
d c
About this manual
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-Keep the manual
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-Clean with a dry cloth only
-Do not use or operate near water
-Do not defeat any safety features
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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.
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What comes in the box
Qty 1 BVCP9800W
Qty 1
Qty 1
-M5 x 6mm Bolts (8)
-Brackets (2)
Trim Ring
Qty 1 Wire Harness
Qty 1 Hands-free Microphone
Qty 1 GPS Antenna
(for naviga�on used by wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto)
Hardware Connec�ons
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Front Detail
1
2
3
4
5
1
Power/Mute Bu�on
4
Volume Control
5
Micro SD Card slot
2
Voice Assistant
3
Reset Bu�on
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Rear Detail
USB1
USB2
Apple CarPlay Android Auto
USB Play/ Charging
Rear Camera Input
Front Camera Input
Microphone Input
Wire Harness Connector
Fuse (15A)
Pre-Amp Audio
Outputs
Audio/Video Inputs
FM/AM Antenna Jack
The attached Wi-Fi/
Bluetooth antenna
Verify the antenna is
screw tightened.
Connects to the supplied
GPS antenna
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Product Basics
1. Press briefly to turn the unit on.
2. Press and hold to switch the unit to standby.
Power On / Standby
1. Press briefly to adjust volume.
2. Press and hold for quick volume adjustment.
Volume Control
1. Press to ac�vate voice assistant.
Voice Assistant
NOTE
Enable Apple CarPlay, Android Auto,
or Bluetooth connec�on to use voice
assistant.
1. Press briefly to mute volume
when powered on.
Mute
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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. Abrasives should not be used at all.
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Product Setup (Date & Time)
General > Language
date.
User must set Time Zone manually.
Default is Paci
c Time Zone.
Connect your Apple ® device using a
lightning® cable. The CarPlay USB port must
be used.
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CarPlay
Camera
Hands-free
EQ
AV IN
Home
Android Auto
Tuner
Media
Handsfree
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Apple CarPlay
Using CarPlay
Note
A
If you do not allow wireless CarPlay use during
first-�me CarPlay connec�on, wireless CarPlay will
be disabled on your iPhone. To use wireless CarPlay
later, you need to enable CarPlay on your iPhone
(go to Se�ngs > General > CarPlay > paired device
then enable its CarPlay).
When connec�ng to CarPlay, Bluetooth on this
unit will be automa�cally disabled. In this case,
you can make hands-free calls and stream music
through CarPlay.
pple CarPlay usage is limited while driving.
determined by the App provider(s).
Controls will vary with each App that is
available for CarPlay.
For more details visit:
Note
Note
Familiarize yourself with your Local and State
laws regarding mobile devices.
prohibited and or illegal while driving in your
When in doubt, park the vehicle and engage
the parking brake
rst before performing the
ARNING
Gestures & Control
Basic controls, but not limited to:
Touch
Swipe
Dragging
Other gestures and controls might di er from apps.
Volume control is handled exclusively by this
unit.
Connect your iPhone to the USB port (labeled
“Apple CarPlay”) with a lightning cable (not
included) to enable CarPlay connec�on.
For the ini�al USB connec�on, you will be
prompted to enable wireless CarPlay on your
iPhone.
Wired Connec�on via USB Port
Wireless Connec�on
Enable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on your iPhone.
For first-�me use of wireless CarPlay between
your iPhone and this unit, you need to allow
wireless CarPlay use via either of the pairing:
● Bluetooth pairing. On your iPhone, go to
Se�ngs > Bluetooth then select
“BOSS AUDIO BVCP9800W" for pairing.
Enable wireless CarPlay when prompted
on your iPhone.
● Initial USB port connection for CarPlay.
To enable Wireless CarPlay connec�on
Bluetooth connec�on will disable wireless
CarPlay connec�on.
On the home screen, go to Handsfree > Device
then touch your iPhone name (grayed out) to
enable wireless CarPlay connec�on.
To enter CarPlay menu
Touch the “Apple CarPlay” icon on the home
screen.
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Apple CarPlay
Using CarPlay
CarPlay Display Setup
You can add, remove, or arrange the order of
the apps on the CarPlay screen of the unit.
1. On your iPhone, go to
> CarPlay, select this head unit then select
Customize.
BOSS AUDIO BVCP9800W
2. Touch and drag an app to change the order
the apps appear on the CarPlay screen.
Touch
or to remove and add apps.
Note
Only apps with
or can be removed
from CarPlay or added in CarPlay.
Disable Apps
You can disable all CarPlay apps to restrict
CarPlay use on this unit.
On your iPhone, go to
Apps > CarPlay.
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Android Auto
Using Android Auto
For your safety, the setup process MUST be
accomplished while the vehicle is Parked and
Parking Brake Engaged.
WARNING
Note
Android Auto usage is limited while driving.
determined by the App provider(s).
Controls will vary with each App that is
available for Android Auto.
For more details visit:
WARNING
Familiarize yourself with your Local and State
laws regarding mobile devices.
be prohibited and or illegal while driving in
When in doubt, park the vehicle and engage
the parking brake
rst before performing the
Android Auto App
Minimum System Requirements
● Wired connection: Android 6.0
● Wireless connection: Android 11.0
NOTE
During the rst start up and setup of the
Android Auto app, the Maps, Music, Google
For Android 9.0 or earlier, download and
install the Android Auto app from Google
Play. For smartphone with Android 10.0 or
later, plug in your phone and follow the
prompts on your phone to accept the
permissions that Android Auto requires.
To complete the setup properly, the parking
brake status wire must be connected.
Wired Connec�on via USB Port
Connect your phone to the USB port (labeled
“Android Auto”) with a USB cable (not included)
to enable Android Auto connec�on.
For the ini�al USB connec�on, you will be
prompted to connect wireless Android Auto on
this unit.
Wireless Connec�on
Enable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on your Phone.
For first-�me use of wireless Android Auto
between your phone and this unit, you need to
allow Android Auto use via either of the pairing:
● Bluetooth pairing. On your phone, go to
Se�ngs > Bluetooth then select
"BOSS AUDIO BVCP9800W" for pairing.
● Initial USB port connection for Android Auto.
To enable wireless Android Auto connec�on
Bluetooth connec�on will disable wireless
Android Auto connec�on.
On the home screen, go to Handsfree > Device
then touch your phone name (grayed out) to
enable wireless Android Auto connec�on.
To enter Android Auto menu
Touch the “Android Auto” icon on the home screen.
When connec�ng to Android Auto, Bluetooth on
this unit will be automa�cally disabled.
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Phonebook and History
To Download Phonebook:
1. Touch Contact > Download
To Download History
1. Touch History > Download
Bluetooth®
Pair this product with your Bluetooth device
before you can make hands-free calls or stream
music through Bluetooth.
Bluetooth pairing can be made through ini�al
connec�on to CarPlay or Android Auto. Or
follow the instruc�ons below to complete it.
On your mobile device, go to Se�ngs >
Bluetooth then select “BOSS AUDIO BVCP9800W
for pairing.
Follow the prompts on your mobile device and
this product to complete Bluetooth pairing.
Enable Bluetooth Connec�on
When CarPlay or Android Auto is connected to
this product, Bluetooth connec�on will be
disabled. In this case, you need to enable
Bluetooth connec�on.
On the home screen, go to Handsfree > Device
then touch (grayed out). Touch the icon again
to disconnect Bluetooth connec�on.
Hands-Free Menu
Touch
NOTE
Enabling CarPlay or Android Auto will
disabling Bluetooth connec�on.
guaranteed. Please read through the user
guide of the mobile device.
For your safety, the setup process should be
accomplished while the vehicle is parked and
parking brake engaged.
CAUTION
Device Status
the top right of the Home menu.
GATT Pro
le support is required on the mobile
device.
For wired CarPlay or Android Auto connec�on,
unplug the connec�on cable for use of Bluetooth
connec�on.
When Bluetooth is enabled, CarPlay or Android
Auto will be disabled. You can now make
hands-free calls or stream music through
Bluetooth (on the home screen, touch the
“Streaming” icon to access Bluetooth streaming).
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Bluetooth®
Hands-Free Voice Assistant (Push-To-Talk)
History
1. Outgoing Call
2. Incoming Call
3. Missed Call
Private Mode
When a call needs to be transferred to the
mobile device:
Touch
to switch the mobile device
Touch
to return to hands-free mode
Searching Contacts
Contacts must be downloaded to search.
1.
Touch
2. Enter the Contact Name, then
OK
Dial pad
T
Voice Assistant (Push-To-Talk)
This unit offers you direct access to smartphone
voice assistant feature for voice control of
smartphone opera�on.
Before you start
● Enable Bluetooth connec�on between your
smartphone and the unit, or enable Apple
CarPlay/Android Auto.
● Make sure the supplied hands-free
microphone is connected to the Microphone
Input of the unit for audio input.
Simply press on the front panel to ac�vate
voice assistant, then speak your command.
o use the dial pad while on a call
Touch
Searching History
Swipe Up or Down to search
Calling
Making & Receiving Calls
1.
ialing from the dial pad
Touch to make call
2.
Contacts
Touch the contact name
3.
History
Choose the name, then
To End a call Touch
To Mute a call Touch
D
BVCP9800W
From the home screen, go to (Se�ngs) >
Bluetooth to access the following op�ons.
Auto Connect: ON
Auto Answer: OFF
Device Name:
Clear Records
BOSS AUDIO
ON
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Bluetooth®
Audio
BVCP9800W.
Audio Streaming
T
If CarPlay or Android Auto is connected, you
need to enable Bluetooth on this product (on
the home screen, go to Handsfree > Device
then tap ).
For wired CarPlay or Android Auto connec�on,
unplug the connec�on cable for use of
Bluetooth connec�on.
o play media through Bluetooth, the mobile
device must be Paired and Connected to the
1. Touch
Track Control
1. Play Pause
2. Track
Rev
3. Swipe to Fwd
Rev
Note
For best performance, your mobile device
All volume adjustments for the system should
be controlled from the product.
Switching Media
Touch
Available sources will display
(Bluetooth and USB)
Note
USB source will only be displayed if a USB
drive is inserted and has playable media.
Display
Track info will be displayed when available.
Album art is not supported via Bluetooth
playback.
Formats
Playback is supported from the mobile device
with any format it can play.
Audio will only be played by the product.
Video cannot be viewed on the unit.
your mobile device every �me Bluetooth
connec�on is made.
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Media
Touch
Audio Control
1. Play/Pause
2. Track Fwd / Rev
3. Repeat ALL
4. Repeat One
5. Random
Note
If there are other les in the USB/Micro SD
Watching videos or photos while driving is
against Federal , State, and Local laws.
Do not use features of this product if it cannot
be operated safely and legally in your
WARNING
Note
properly integrate the parking brake wire to
the vehicle.
Video and or photos cannot be viewed while
the parking brake applied to enable viewing.
1. Play/Pause
2. Track Forward/Backward
3. Repeat All
4. Repeat one
5. SETUP
Video Control
Touch
To browse contents, Swipe
To return to the current
le playing,
Touch
1. Play/Pause
2. Track Forward/Backward
3. Repeat All
4. Repeat One
5. Rotate
Photo Control
all
all
all
1
1
1
USB/Micro SD
USB/Micro SD Playback
card, music files will play first.
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Radio
FM / AM
On the home screen, touch the Tuner icon to
switch to radio.
Radio Home Screen
Tune to a Radio Sta�on
Select a Stored Sta�on
Set a Favorite Sta�on
Switch between Local and Distant FM
Switch between Stereo and Mono FM
Store Radio Sta�ons Automa�cally
1. Access the list for stored FM, AM, or favorite
sta�ons.
2. Tune to a sta�on, or select a stored sta�on.
3. Switch between FM and AM.
4. Adjust radio frequency by step.
5. Switch between Stereo and Mono FM.
6. Set/remove the current sta�on as favorite.
7. Switch FM recep�on between local (LOC)
and distant (DX).
Touch to perform radio search. All available
In FM, touch to select local or distant
only with strong signals will be received.
In FM , touch to select Stereo or Mono FM.
Select Stereo to receive FM stereo broadcast.
Touch to adjust frequencies step by step.
AM
icon will turn to the red star icon.
To remove a favorite, touch .
radio frequency displayed. The favorite list
appears.
1
11 10
2 4 6 4 23 5 7 8 9
TUNER
8. Access radio se�ng menu.
9. Search and store FM or AM sta�ons.
10. Touch the sta�on frequency to access the
favorite sta�ons list.
11. Return to the Home Menu screen.
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AV In/Camera
External Source
Playback
Touch
Media must be controlled from the external
device.
product.
Note
To adjust the volume level properly, the
carry-in device volume should be set between
50 % - 75%. The volume level should remain at
connected to the product.
CHECK SURROUNDINGS BEFORE PROCEEDING
Never rely solely on the rear view camera;
always check your surroundings before
proceeding.
Images may appear reversed
Do not use features of this product if it cannot
be operated safely and legally in your
WARNING
Rear View
The rear view camera can be displayed on
demand.
Touch
To return to the Home screen
Touch
Reverse View
When the vehicle is put into reverse gear, the
camera will display the image on the screen.
Rear View Delay
view trigger can be delayed to best suit the
vehicle.
0 Sec Delay
Note
normally, if the product is in standby mode.
If the user opens the SETTINGS interface and turn on
both FRONT CAMERA and REAR CAMERA functions,
you can choose REAR CAMERA and FRONT CAMERA
casually.
General
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ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Power O Delay
ON
OFF
Touch
Some vehicles during crank to start will
interrupt the accessory power.
If the product re-boots during crank to start,
Turn ON delay
The delay can select 1, 2 or 3 sec.
OFF
Note
Power O Delay ON will also delay when the
vehicle is turned OFF.
This might a
ect hands-
during a call.
If using an CarPlay, the iPhone will
needs to be adjusted manually.
System Language
to change
English (Default), Spanish
CarPlay is independent of the system
CAUTION
Touch
Date & Time
Time Zone
(GMT-08:00) Paci Time
(US&Canada)
24H Mode
Auto Adjust Daylight Saving
System Tone
Touch
Note
Note
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Se gs
Audio
Note
The EQ can also be directly accessed while
changing the volume. The volume display will
show the EQ icon, you can touch to access the
Preset EQ
Jazz, HipHop, Pop, Rock, R&B
Balance/Fader
Touch
Swipe for quick adjustment
Front/Rear Fader, Touch
Swipe for quick adjustment
ON
OFF
Default Volume
ON
OFF
Internal Amp
To reduce the possibility of noise entering the
-amp
outputs, the internal amp can be turned OFF
Touch
Loudness
Enhances and gently boosts low and high freq.
Adjust startup/ini�al volume for Main (Radio,
Media), Hands-free (BT Ring, BT Talking), Apple
CarPlay/Android Auto (Navi, Voice).
Startup/ini�al volume will be the set volume if
the set volume is less than the last shutdown/
used volume.
Startup/ini�al volume will be the last shutdown/
used volume if the set volume is greater than the
last shutdown/used volume.
Touch
Subwoofer
The level and lter can be adjusted for the Sub
pre-amp output.
Level, 1-14 dB
Swipe
Filter: 50 Hz, 80 Hz, 120 Hz, 160 Hz
Touch
to select a cutoff frequency for
EQ
To access the EQ menu
Touch
Source Level
Adjust volume independently for each source
(Radio, USB, BT Audio, AV Input, Apple CarPlay,
Android Auto).,
your subwoofer.
Wall paper
Touch to change
User can change the background picture by
Back r Bri ht ess
Swipe
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Display
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Touch
When the vehicle lights are on, the products
Gamm
Swipe
Gamma can be adjusted for both day and
Scree Bri ht ess
Swipe
Bluetooth
ON
OFF
Touch
Power On/O
Bluetooth
ON
Note
ON
OFF
Auto Co ect
Touch
Auto connects to the device when the product
is powered ON
ON
Auto A swer
Touch
Auto answers when there is an incoming call.
OFF
Bluetooth will turn OFF
CarPlay or Android Auto is connected. If other
devices are connected via Bluetooth, they will
be disconnected for CarPlay/Android connec�on.
To enable Bluetooth connec�on, on the home
screen, go to Handsfree > Device then tap .
For wired CarPlay or Android Auto connec�on,
unplug the connec�on cable for use of
Bluetooth connec�on.
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Bluetooth
Device Name
BOSS AUDIO BVCP9800W
Radio
Region
Touch
USA 2
US Tuner Spacing: FM (200 KHz), AM (10 KHz)
European Spacing: FM (50 KHz), AM (9 KHz)
Camera
Rear Camera Input
Turn on if you have a rear view camera, turn
Rear View Delay
0 Sec (Default), 0.1 Sec, 0.5 Sec, 1 Sec, 2 Sec
When switching from Park to Drive, or vice
versa, the camera should not trigger on the
display.
on reverse gear selector.
Parking Assist Guide
assist guide, turn on if you have not.
Front Camera Input
if you have not.
Parking Assist Guide Adjust
If your rear view camera does not have parking
guide lines, turn on the parking guide lines built
in this unit and adjust the guide lines if found
necessary.
Touch and drag a square icon to reposition the
related guide line. Repeatedly touch an arrow
icon to fine tune positioning of the related guide
line. Touch the OK icon to confirm the adjustment.
To reset to the default positioning of the guide
lines, touch the Reset icon.
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UTION
Power/SWC
It is recommended to have the product
professional.
UTION
-
prevent damage to the product, and/or
possible injury.
te
When replacing the fuse, always do so with
the same type and value (15 A).
Note
Unused input/output wires need be
insulated with tape, heat shrink, or crimp
connectors. Never use wire nuts.
Red
SWC Input
, Accessory (+12V)
Yellow, Constant (+12V)
Blue/White
,
R
em. Output (+12V, 500 mA)
Orange
Blue, Antenna Output (+12V, 500 mA Max)
Purple/White,
Reverse Signal Input (+12V)
Black, Ground (-)
Note
A separate interface might be needed for your
consult with a professional installer.
CAUTION
If several ampli ers are to be used, it is
recommended to use a relay for the Remote
Out trigger.
Red/Violet,
(+12V, 500 mA)
Red/White, Rear Camera Power
Front Camera Power
(+12V, 500 mA)
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S akers
Do not chassis ground any speaker wire leads.
UTION
Only use 4-8 Speakers
Do not use 1-3
Speakers
UTION
UTION
Do not bridge any of the channels, they are
only to be wired in stereo mode.
Note
Unused speaker wires need be insulated with
tape, heat shrink, or crimp connectors.
Never use wire nuts.
If the speaker outputs are not used, turn O
the internal amp to reduce the possibility of
noise entering the signal chain.
Note
Observe speaker polarity when making
Front Right (Ch. 2)
Gray (+)
Gray/Black (-)
White (+)
White/Black (-)
Green (+)
Green/Black (-)
Rear Right (Ch. 4)
Purple (+)
P
urple/Black (-)
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Audio Pre-amp/AV IN/ Radio/GPS
Note
Subwoofer Pre-amp is a non-fading mono output.
Note
Always run signal wires away from power cables to
to reduce the possibility of noise.
Note for GPS Antenna
This unit has GPS positioning function which
Note for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antenna
This unit comes the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antenna
which is a�ached to the rear of the unit.
The antenna is designed for wireless recep�on
between the unit and your smartphone when
using wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
Verify the antenna is screw �ghtened for
good signal recep�on.
is only used as an auxiliary function of
navigation used by wireless Android Auto /
Apple CarPlay.
If the following icon is displayed on the top
of the screen, this indicates no or improper
GPS antenna installa�on. Check whether the
supplied GPS antenna is correctly and
securely installed on the rear of the unit.
Note
If pre-amp outputs are being used exclusively,
turn O
the internal amp of the product, to
reduce the possibility of noise entering the
signal chain.
FL
RL
SUB1 SUB2
RADIO
FR
RR
L-IN
R-IN
V-IN
GPS
Pre-Amp Audio Outputs
(Front/rear speaker outputs
and two subwoofer outputs)
Audio/video Inputs
FM/AM Antenna Jack
GPS Antenna
Jack
A�ached Wi-Fi/
Bluetooth Antenna
Camera/USB/MIC
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
ARNING
USB1
USB2
Apple CarPlay Android Auto
USB Play/ Charging
Rear Camera Input
Front Camera Input
Microphone Input
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Parking Brake
Lt. Green, Parking Brake Input
properly integrate the parking brake wire to
the vehicle.
Video and or photos cannot be viewed while
the parking brake applied to enable viewing.
WARNING
feature) violates Federal, State, and Local
laws. This may lead to injury, property
Watching videos or photos while driving is
against Federal , State, and Local laws.
WARNING
Note
For Android Auto setup, the parking brake
status wire MUST be connected.
Note
damage, and/or death.
Power/Speaker/SWC
Harness
Note
Every vehicle has a di erent type of parking
professional installer.
Note
The parking brake input needs to be connected to
the parking brake wire.
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Hands-free Mic
Placement
Every vehicle will perform di erently due to
layout, interior materials, etc.
The Red shaded areas are the recommended
Items to look for before placement:
1. Do not place in front of air vents.
2. If the vehicle has tweeters placed
on sail panels, do NOT locate the
mic on steering column area.
3. Front of mic must not be blocked.
4.
5. Do not cover the grille openings
surrounding the mic.
6. To avoid excessive wind noise, do
not place near the sunroof opening
Run the microphone wire where it will NOT
impede with the opera�on of any safety items,
i.e. airbags, knee airbags, etc.
WARNING
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Steering Wheel Control Compa�bility
Steering Wheel Control (SWC) func�on allows
you to operate this unit via an external device
(steering wheel control).
A third-party adapter must be used in order
for this unit to be compa�ble with your OEM
steering wheel controls. We recommend PAC
SWC series.
This unit has a built-in 3.5mm SWC interface
that is compa�ble with many popular 3rd party
SWC control modules, such as PAC, METRA,
and others.
POWER
MAXIMUM OUTPUT 500m
A
YELLOW
YELLOW
BLACK
3.5mm SWC input (red socket) is located on
the supplied wire harness which is connected
to the rear of the unit.
Wire Harness
SWC Input
Illustra�on for reference only
The following radio / audio func�on controls
are available to be programmed.
Source
Mute
Home
Seek + / Next Track
Seek - / Previous Track
Volume +
Volume -
Band
Phone Menu
Bluetooth Talk
Bluetooth End Call
Voice Assistant / PTT
SWC Installa�on / ProgrammingProgrammable ControlsSWC Introduc�on
Note
Not all OEM steering wheel func�ons may be
supported.
Specifica�ons are subject to change without
no�ce.
Note
For SWC programming technical assistance, call
the number in your SWC instruc�on manual.
Contact your local installa�on expert for the
correct SWC adapter for your specific vehicle.
1. For most SWC adapters, select program
using "Pioneer/Sony/Other" mapping order
as described in “Programmable Control”.
2. When programming, if a func�on is not
supported (or not desired), then the func�on
MUST be skipped as per the SWC module
instruc�ons.
3. The SWC func�on MUST be programmed in
the correct order as per the func�on mapping
order instruc�ons.
No sound
Media not supported
Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth streaming/phone call not possible Bluetooth connec�on disabled
Internal ampli
er is o
Product is muted
External ampli
ers
Audio source
Media on USB
ash drive
Radio area
Antenna
Bad lightning
SB cable
Wi-Fi or Bluetooth disabled
Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto
connec�on disabled
Touch the volume.
Check the external ampli
ers are on.
Check the remote output wire has voltage.
Change the audio source.
Change the media format on the USB device.
Change the USB device.
Antenna output wire is not connected.
Connect Antenna to product.
Replace the cable for wired connec�on.
Enable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on your phone.
Allow wireless CarPlay/Android Auto use when
prompted during first �me connec�on/pairing.
For CarPlay use, make sure CarPlay is enabled
on your iPhone (Se�ngs > General > CarPlay >
Paired device > Open CarPlay).
Enable CarPlay/Android Auto connec�on (on
the home screen, go to Handsfree > Device
then tap the paired phone name).
Make sure your mobile device is within range.
Enable Bluetooth on your mobile device.
.
Issues
Cause
ON
.
Poor radio recep�on
Android Auto unable to start
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Issues
Cause
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Hands-free call quality
Unit is unresponsive
Mobile device
Microphone
Processor has frozen
Check cellular strength on mobile device.
End call and redial number.
Microphone placement needs to be relocated.
Check to see if microphone is properly
plugged in.
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
Bluetooth streaming/phone call not possible Bluetooth connec�on disabled
Enable Bluetooth connec�on (on the home screen,
go to Handsfree > Device then tap ).
For wired CarPlay/Android Auto connec�on, unplug
the connec�on cable.
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General
Power Input…………………………...8.5 V—18 V DC
Nominal………………………...14.4 V DC
Fuse Type………………………………....................15A
Dimensions (H x W x D)…… 3.80” x 6.71” x 3.56”
Unit Weight..........................................
Opera�onal Temperature..................-4—140�F
1.73 lbs.
Display
Screen Size.....................................................7”
Aspect Ra�o...............................................16:9
Screen Type………………….TFT-
Audio
Max Power...........................................85 W x 4
Acceptable Speaker Load……………………….4-
Preset EQ………………………………………………….....5
EQ Bands, Adjustable..………………………………..10
JAZZ, HIPHOP, POP, ROCK, R&B
32, 63, 125, 250Hz, 500Hz
1KHz, 2KHz, 4KHz, 8KHz, 16KHz
EQ Boost/Cut………………………………………..± 6 dB
Audio Cont’d
Pre-amp Output…………………………………..3 Pairs
Front………………………4V, Full-Range
Rear………………………..4V, Full-Range
Sub (Mono)……………………….4V, LPF
Sub LPF……..........50 Hz, 80 Hz, 120 Hz, 160 Hz
Sub Level…………………………………………..+1-14dB
Radio Tuner
Freq. Range..…………...87.5 MHz-108 MHz (FM)
Freq. Range..……………..522 kHz-1710 kHz (AM)
USA 1 Range (FM)..……………...100 kH
z Spacing
USA 2 Range (FM)………......…..200 kHz Spacing
Europe Range (FM)..……………….50 kHz Spacing
Apple CarPlay
iPhone Support…………………iPhone 5 or Newer
iOS……………………………………….iOS 7.1 or Newer
Android Auto
............15A
Wired...…........................Android 6.0 or Newer
Wireless...…..................Android 11.0 or Newer
Bluetooth®
Version…………………………………………v4.2+E.D.R.
Wi-Fi
Audio Codec….……………………………………...S.B.C.
Pro
les…………………………………………………………..
HFP v1.6, A2DP v1.2, AVRCP v1.5, PBAP v1.1
0323
USB/Micro SD
USB Spec………….…………...USB 2.0 (High-Speed)
USB Port 1: CarPlay & Android Auto
Current Output 1.5A
USB Port 2: Media & 1.5A Charging
Current Output 1.5A
……..........
................
* Not all listed compressed les guaranteed to
contents.
USB/Micro SD card........................... max 32GB
File System……………………………………………FAT32
Video Playback…..................... AVI, MKV, WMV
Picture Playback........................JPG, PNG, BMP
Audio Playback......................MP3, WMA, WAV,
FLAC (192kHz/24bit)
Frequency Band.......................................5 GHz
(Only used in wireless connec�on for CarPlay
and Android Auto)
