Aquatic Aq-bc-5ubt Manual

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USER / INSTALLATION MANUAL

PLEASE READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

BLUECUBE+AQ-BC-5UBT

‘HIDE-AWAY’ MEDIA PLAYER

for Bluetooth, USB, iPhone, iPod, MP3 devices and FM Radio

1 Getting Started...........................................................................................................

1.1 Contents...............................................................................................................

1.2Connections..........................................................................................................

1.3 12-pin Harness Connection..................................................................................

1.4 Mounting the BlueCube+ Media Player.................................................................

1.5 Power On..............................................................................................................

1.6 Remote Control Battery Install..............................................................................

1.7 Remote Control Synchronizing..............................................................................

2 Location of Controls...................................................................................................

2.1 Wireless Handheld Remote Control.......................................................................

2.2 Wired Remote Control...........................................................................................

3 Listening to Devices...................................................................................................

3.1 Listening via USB................................................................................................

3.1.1 iPhone & iPod Search.....................................................................................

3.1.2 Device Charging............................................................................................

3.1.3 iPhone & iPod Compatible Models.................................................................

3.2 Listening via Bluetooth.........................................................................................

3.2.1 Pair with Bluetooth Device.............................................................................

3.2.2 Listening via Bluetooth Device.......................................................................

3.3 Listening via Auxiliary Input.................................................................................

3.4 Adjust Volume Level..............................................................................................

4 Listening to FM Radio.................................................................................................

4.1 Enter FM Radio Mode...........................................................................................

4.2 Scan or Seek FM Radio Channels..........................................................................

4.3 Saving Radio Channel to Memory.........................................................................

4.4 Listening to Saved Radio Memory.........................................................................

4.5 Switch between US and European FM Modes........................................................

4.6 Adjust Volume Level..............................................................................................

5 Additional Features....................................................................................................

5.1 External 12V Trigger..............................................................................................

6 Speciﬁcations & Dimensions......................................................................................

6.1 Speciﬁcations.......................................................................................................

6.2Dimensions...........................................................................................................

7 Warranty Information.................................................................................................

Table of Contents BlueCube+ Media Player AQ-BC-5UBT

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• AQ-BC-5UBT BlueCube+ Media Player

• 2-Way RF Waterproof Remote Control (AQ-RFBC-5UBT)

• Wiring Harness (AQ-UNH-2)

• Four (4) Stainless Steel Mounting Screws

• One (1) CR2450 Battery

• Owner’s Manual

1.1 Contents

1. 12-pin Watertight Harness

The 12-pin harness supplies power and ground connections to the BlueCube+ Media Player

and four (4) speaker channel output connections from the BlueCube+ Media Player.

Do not cut or modify the 12-pin harness on the unit side or warranty will be void.

2. FM Radio Antenna Jack

Connect antenna (AQ-ANT-1 sold separately) to female antenna receptacle. For best FM

performance make sure the antenna is extended to the highest achievable position.

3. Auxiliary Outputs - Rear

Allows external amplifiers to be connected to power additional speakers.

4. Auxiliary Outputs - Front

Allows external amplifiers to be connected to power additional speakers.

5. Auxiliary Inputs

Connect to a portable audio player through the AUX IN cable on the back of the Digital

Media Box.

6. 12V DC External Trigger

Allows for an external light or relay to be triggered (350mA max load).

7. USB Connector

Connect a USB device play music.

8. Wired Remote 8-pin DIN Cable

Connect to wired Remote Control.

1.2 Connections

2FM Radio Antenna Jack

12-pin Watertight Harness

3Auxiliary Outputs (RCA)

External 12V DC Trigger wire (brown)

5Auxiliary Inputs (RCA)

4Auxiliary Outputs (RCA)

7USB Connector

8Wired Remote 8-pin DIN Cable

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The AQ-BC-5UBT includes the universal harness AQ-UNH-2 in order to connect the BlueCube+ to

power and speakers.

All open wire connections should be soldered and protected against water and dust for best long

term performance.

1.3 12-pin Harness Connection

1. Make sure the outside surface is clean and

clear of debris.

2. The BlueCube+ Media Player has four (4)

mounting screws. Drive the screws using a

screw driver. Make sure screws are snug and do

not over tighten.

1.4 Mounting the BlueCube+ Media Player

195mm

119mm

127mm

59mm46mm

+12V DC (4)

No lower than a 2 Ohm load should be used

or damage may occur to the BlueCube+

Media Player.

Make sure the polarity of speakers are

connected correctly.

Power Antenna (7)

Fuse Box

No lower than a 2 Ohm load should be used

or damage may occur to the BlueCube Media

Player.

Make sure the polarity of speakers are

connected correctly.

(White/strip)

(Yellow color)

(Red color)

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Remove the RF wireless remote control from the BlueCube+ Media Player box. Unscrew the

waterproof cap on the back of the remote control. Place the CR2450 battery in the RF remote

control and replace the water/dust proof cap.

When the battery is installed, the remote control LCD should be solid and bright without any

ickering.

1.6 Remote Control Battery Install

The AQ-BC-5UBT requires +12V DC to both the red and yellow wires. When both of these wires

have power the AQ-BC-5UBT is powered on and is indicated by a red LED on the harness grom-

met of the stereo.

In a spa application this requires the red and yellow wires to be jumped together and then con-

nected to the +12VDC output of the power source. In this set up the AQ-BC-5UBT will always be

on, with a very low current draw when idle.

In a boat, ATV or other application requiring power from a battery, the yellow wire (constant

power) should be connected to the battery, and the red wire connected to the ignition or a switch.

For detailed instructions you can check out our online video:

‘How to wire your Aquatic AV stereo system’

http://www.aquaticav.com/support/videos

1.5 Power On

The remote should already be paired from the factory, but if you need to re synchronize the

remote follow the steps below.

1. Press the POWER button on the remote control to turn on the remote.

2. The LCD will become illuminated and read ‘NO LINK’.

3. Press and hold the MODE button for 5 – 10 seconds.

4. Once the remote has been paired, the LCD will display one of the audio modes (FM, USB,

BT AUDIO).

1.7 Remote Control Synchronizing

For any additional remote controls, you will also need to activate/synchronize those remote con-

trols by following the steps above.

If the pairing process is not effective, check the battery voltage of the remote. If above 3V DC refer to section 1.5 above

top make sure the battery is installed correctly. If battery voltage is below 3V DC replace the battery.

If the LCD displays “NO LINK” in any mode, this means the remote is out of reception range or not paired correctly.

Move the remote closer to the unit and try again.

If you lose your remote control and buy a new remote control, please follow the above to pair remote control.

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Buttons Music Mode: iPhone, iPod, Bluetooth, USB

& MP3 FM Radio Mode

Power Press once: Toggle from Operation mode to Standby mode or vice-versa.

Mode Press once: Change the source.

Press and hold: Pair

Press once: Change the source.

Press and hold: Pair

Search/Audio

Press once: NAVI search function

Press and hold: Press and hold: Audio Menu

(BAS-TRE-BAL-FAD-EUR-DX-MONO-STEREO)

Press once: Audio Menu (BAS-TRE-BAL-FAD-EUR-DX-

MONO-STEREO)

Volume

Press once: Volume up

Press and hold: Fast volume up

Press once: Volume up

Press and hold: Fast volume up

Volume

Down

Press once: Volume down

Press and hold: Fast volume down

Press once: Volume down

Press and hold: Fast volume down

Fast

Rewind

Press once: Previous track

Press and hold: Fast rewind

Press once: Scan down

Press and hold: Toggle manual seeking

Fast

Forward

Press once: Next track

Press and hold: Fast forward

Press once: Scan up

Press and hold: Toggle to manual seeking

12V Trigger /

Random

Press once: Random playback

Press and hold: Toggle 12V on/off

Press once: No function

Press and hold: Toggle external 12V power on/off

Play/pause Press once: Play/Pause

Press and hold: no function

Press once: Toggle mute

Press and hold: no function

1 / DIR- Press once: Back to previous folder

Press and hold: No function

Press once: Listen to FM preset station 1

Press and hold: Set preset FM station 1

2 / REPEAT Press once: Repeat function

Press and hold: No function

Press once: Listen to FM preset station 2

Press and hold: Set preset FM station 2

3 / DIR+ Press once: Forward to next folder

Press and hold: No function

Press once: Listen to FM preset station 3

Press and hold: Set preset FM station 3

2.1 Wireless Handheld Remote Control AQ-RFBC-5UBT

AQ-RFBC-5UBT

2.2 Wired Remote Control AQ-WRBC-5UBTF (sold separately)

Buttons Music Mode: iPhone, iPod, Bluetooth, USB

& MP3 FM Radio Mode

Power Press once: Toggle from Operation mode to Standby mode or vice-versa.

Mode Press once: Change the source.

Press and hold: Pair

Press once: Change the source.

Press and hold: Pair

Search/Audio

Press once: NAVI search function

Press and hold: Press and hold: Audio Menu

(BAS-TRE-BAL-FAD-EUR-DX-MONO-STEREO)

Press once: Audio Menu (BAS-TRE-BAL-FAD-EUR-DX-

MONO-STEREO)

Volume

Press once: Volume up

Press and hold: Fast volume up

Press once: Volume up

Press and hold: Fast volume up

Volume

Down

Press once: Volume down

Press and hold: Fast volume down

Press once: Volume down

Press and hold: Fast volume down

Fast

Rewind

Press once: Previous track

Press and hold: Fast rewind

Press once: Scan down

Press and hold: Toggle manual seeking

Fast

Forward

Press once: Next track

Press and hold: Fast forward

Press once: Scan up

Press and hold: Toggle to manual seeking

Play/pause Press once: Play/Pause

Press and hold: no function

Press once: Toggle mute

Press and hold: no function

1 / DIR- Press once: Back to previous folder

Press and hold: No function

Press once: Listen to FM preset station 1

Press and hold: Set preset FM station 1

2 / REPEAT Press once: Repeat function

Press and hold: No function

Press once: Listen to FM preset station 2

Press and hold: Set preset FM station 2

3 / DIR+ Press once: Forward to next folder

Press and hold: No function

Press once: Listen to FM preset station 3

Press and hold: Set preset FM station 3

Please note Aquatic AV does not recommend wired remote controls are used for spa or hot tub applications as use in

such applications is not covered by warranty.

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Always ensure to connect and disconnect your media player with dry hands!

When specied USB devices are connected to the USB input the device battery will charge.

3.1.2 Device Charging

3.1.1 iPhone & iPod Search

1. When using an iPhone or iPod, press (SEARCH) to enter iPod searching mode.

2. Once in searching mode the remote will display ‘Playlist’. Continue to press (SEARCH)

to scroll through the search modes below:

1) Playlist 2) Artist 3) Album 4) Song 5) Genre 6) Composer 7) Audio Book

3. Press (PLAY/PAUSE) To select the desired search mode.

4. Use and (Volume UP/DOWN) to scroll through your media in the selected search

mode.

5. Once you nd the desired media press (PLAY/PAUSE) to make your selection. If your

section is a song it will begin to play, if you select a playlist, artist, album, genre, composer

or audio book, the songs in the selected folder will be visible. Press (PLAY/PAUSE) to

play the desired song within the folder.

3.1 Listening via USB

2. Attach your device to the female USB socket the BlueCube+ Media Player using the

appropriate USB adaptor. The AQ-USB-1 USB input socket/extension is available (sold

separately).

3. Press (MODE) on the remote control to select USB mode.

4. Press to Play/Pause.

5. Press / (FAST REWIND/FORWARD) to play previous/next song le.

6. Press (REPEAT) to active repeat playback function

7. Press (RANDOM) to active randon playback function

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1. Switch on your Bluetooth device.

2. Select ‘AQUATIC AV’ from the list of available devices to pair (no password is needed).

3.2.1 Pair with Bluetooth Device

Only one Bluetooth device can be paired with the BlueCube+ Media Player at any time.

IAP Bluetooth connectivity allows device information, such as song, playlist and album titles, to be

streamed wirelessly and viewable on the remote control.

3.2 Listening via Bluetooth

3.4 Adjust Volume Level

1. Press (VOLUME UP) once to increase the volume.

2. Press (VOLUME DOWN) once to reduce the volume.

3. Press and hold either or and the BlueCube+ Media Player will increase or decrease

audio volume continuously.

3.2.2 Listening via Bluetooth Device

1. Bluetooth mode will be activated once a Bluetooth device is paired.

2. Play the song from device and the sound will play through the BlueCube+ Media Player.

3. Press (PLAY/PAUSE) to play/pause the song.

4. Press / (FAST REWIND/FORWARD) buttons to play previous/next song le.

5. Track and volume can be controlled directly from your Bluetooth device, remote control or

door controls.

3.3 Listening via Auxiliary Input

1. Connect your MP3 device to the RCA inputs.

2. Press (MODE) on the remote control to select ‘AUX IN’ mode.

Only one Auxiliary input (RCA) can be used at any one time.

3.1.3 iPhone & iPod Compatible Models

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4.1 Enter FM Radio Mode

1. Press (MODE) on remote control to switch to FM radio mode.

If this is the ﬁrst time you listen to FM radio, the default frequency will be 87.5MHz, as shown on the remote LCD.

FM radio is only available when you are in the FM Radio mode.

4.2 Scan or Seek FM Radio Channels

1. Press (FAST REWIND) or (FAST FORWARD) to seek another station.

2. Press and hold either (FAST REWIND) or (FAST FORWARD) for manual tuning back

or forward.

4.3 Saving Radio Channel to Memory

To save the current frequency into memory, press and hold , or for more than 2 sec-

onds. The station will be stored into relevant button.

4.6 Adjust Volume Level

1. Press (VOLUME UP) once to increase the volume.

2. Press (VOLUME DOWN) once to reduce the volume.

3. Press and hold either or and the BlueCube+ Media Player will increase or decrease

audio volume continuously.

After using Seek mode the unit will automatically switch back into Scan mode after 20 seconds.

4.5 Switch between US and European FM Modes

1. Make sure the remote control is turned on and the BlueCube+ Media player is in ‘RADIO’

mode.

2. Press the AUDIO button 6 times in a row.

3. The remote will display ‘AREA USA’ or ‘AREA EUR’ depending on which tuning mode is

currently selected.

4. Use the and buttons to switch between US or European modes.

5. Press (PLAY/PAUSE) to select the desired tuning mode.

6. Once you switch modes it will default to the FM station stored in ‘PRESET’.

US mode will increase and decrease the FM frequency in steps of 0.1 MHz, e.g. 88.5, 88.6,88.7 MHz. EUR mode will

increase and decrease the FM frequency in steps of 0.05 MHz, e.g. 88.25, 88.30, 88.35 MHz.

When in Seek mode and European FM tuning mode, all frequency steps will be visible.

4.4 Listening to Saved Radio Memory

Press the , or preset button once to listen to the station stored in that button.

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In any operational mode, press the (12V TRIGGER) key to activate. Press again to deactivate.

Aquatic AV understands the need for more exible remote applications. With the BlueCube+ Me-

dia Player Aquatic AV has provided an independent 12V ‘accessory’ trigger, activated from the RF

wireless remote. This could activate any 12V based device like 12V lights or 12V motors.

5.1 External 12V Trigger

Load on External Trigger should not exceed 350mA.

Aquatic AV strongly recommend you speak to our technical service staff or your local Aquatic AV dealer if you are

considering using this feature.

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Media

Supported media....................................

Device charging......................................

Device control........................................

Inputs

USB......................................................

Auxiliary................................................

Outputs

Pre-Out..................................................

FM Radio

FM pre-sets............................................

US/Euro frequencies...............................

Power

Output voltage @ 2 Ohm.........................

Output voltage @ 4 Ohm.........................

Operation voltage....................................

Max current draw....................................

Standby current draw..............................

Multi-Environment Certiﬁcations

Waterproof / Dustproof............................

Conformal PCB coating...........................

UV protection.........................................

Salt/Fog protection.................................

Stainless Steel mountings.......................

A2DP & IAP Bluetooth/USB/iPod/iPhone/MP3/FM/AUX

via USB

via RF Remote Control or WIred Remote Control

USB 2.0

1x stereo pair RCA input

2x stereo pair RCA (4V)

Yes

4x 72W

4x 45W

9.6V - 14.4V DC (Chian has old specs??)

6mA

Yes IP65 (Remote Control rated IP66)

Yes

500 hours stable, ASTM D4329 compliant

500 hours stable, ASTM B117 compliant

Yes

6.1 Speciﬁcations

6.2 Dimensions

195mm

119mm

127mm

59mm46mm

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Aquatic AV offers a limited warranty of our products on the following terms:

Length of warranty

2 years on audio systems, electronics, speakers, and accessories (receipt required).

Coverage

This warranty covers only the original purchaser of a Aquatic AV product purchased from an

authorized Aquatic AV dealer in the United States. In order to receive service, the purchaser must

provide Aquatic AV with a copy of the receipt stating the customer name, dealer name, product

purchased and date of purchase.

Defective products

Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced (with a

product deemed to be equivalent) at Aquatic AV’s discretion.

What is not covered

Damage caused by accident, abuse, improper operations, theft. Any cost or expense related to

the removal or reinstallation of product. Service performed by anyone other than an authorized

Aquatic AV service center. Any product with the serial number or tamper labels defaced, altered,

or removed. Subsequent damage to other components. Any product not purchased from an au-

thorized Aquatic AV dealer.

Limit on implied warranties

Any implied warranties including warranties of tness for use and merchantability are limited in

duration to the period of the express warranty set forth above. Some states do not allow limita-

tions on the length of an implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No person is author-

ized to assume for Aquatic AV any other liability in connection with the sale of the product.

How to obtain service

You must obtain a return material authorization number (RMA) to return any product to Aquatic

AV. You are responsible for shipping charges of returned products to Aquatic AV.

Please record the model and serial number[s] of your equipment in the space provided below as

your permanent record and will assist us with your factory warranty coverage. These numbers can

be found on the rear of the BlueCube+ Media Player.

Model number[s]: Serial number[s]:

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FCC ID:

MADE IN CHINA

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following

two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device

must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

NOTE:

The 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 designed 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:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized

modications to this equipment. Such modications could void the user authority to operate

the equipment.

iPhone, iPod and iPod Touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Made for iPod and Made for iPhone mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect speciﬁcally to iPod or iPhone respectively, and has been

certiﬁed by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and