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Model:
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Contents
Contents ... ..............................................2 CarPlay Display
... ................................................17 Media Player Source Switching
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Notes............................. ... .. ..... ...............................4 Disable Apps.......................................................17 Media ..................................................
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Cautions.............................................................5-7
Android Auto ..................................... .. 18
Warnings. .. .................... ..... .......... ..... .................22
About this Manual...............................................7
California Prop. 65...............................................7
Warn ings.............................................................18
USB Playback............... .... . .. ... ............ ..... . ... .......22
Using Android Auto ........................ ... ................ 18
Navigating Menu .. ... .......... .. ... .. ......... ..... .. ......... 22
Basic Product Operation ................... 8
What comes in the box ... . .. . .. ................... ... ......8
Bluetooth® . ..... . ........ ...........................19 Photos.........
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Remote Control.................... .... .................. .... .. .9
Ca utions...............................................................19
DVD Playback.......... .. ..... ... ... .. ....... .. . .. ........ .. .....23
Product Basics. .. ................................. .... ........10-15 Setup & Connections ..... .................. .. ................ 19
Radio ..... . ........... . ..... . ...... ....................... 24
Using/Caring for the Touchscreen..................13 Phonebook..........................................................19 Display Overview................................................24
Product Setup..................................................... 14
Device Status............................................. .. .......19 Controls...............................................................24
Navigating the Menus.............. ..... ....................15
Cal ling............. ... ..................................................20 Tuning.....................
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Apple CarPlay ...... . ............................... 16 History
.. ...............................................................20 Bands...................................................................24
Warnings....................... .... .. .. ....... .. .....................16 Private
Mode .......................... ... ......................... 20
Presets.............................................. .. .................24
Using CarPlay ... ...................................................16 Audio....................................................................21 Favorites.............................................................24
Track Control.......................................................21
Gestures & Contro l. ........................................... 16
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AV IN ................ .. ....................... .. ...... .. . 25
Playback...............................................................25
Camera .......................... .... ... . .. .. .. .. ..... .. 25
Warnings.............................................................25
Reverse View.....................................................25
General Settings ..................................26
Cautions...............................................................26
System Language.......... .. . ... .. ... . .. ........................26
Time Zone...........................................................26
Date & Time................. .. .....................................26
Auto Adjust Daylight Saving............................26
System Tone......................................................26
Power Off Delay..................................................26
Parental Disc Lock...........................................26
Audio .. . .............. . .. . .... ... . ....... . .... ... .. . .. . .. 27
EQ .............................................................. ........... 27
Balance/Fader.....................................................27
Subwoofer.................................................... .. . .. .. 27
Loudness..............................................................27
Internal Amp .......................................................27
Volume.............. ... ...............................................27
Source level........................................................27
Display Settings .... ..... .. ... .. ... .... .. .. ... .. ...28
Connections .. ... . .. ..... ... .. .. . .. . ... . ............. 30
Illumination Control..........................................28 Cautions & Warnings................................... 30-35
Gamma...............................................................28 Power/SWC/MIC ..................
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LED Touch Buttons............................................28 Speaker................................................................31
LED Brightness...................................................28 Audio Pre-amp/AV
IN/ Rad io............................32
LED Animation...................................................28
User lnterface................................................. .. 28 Camera/USB.........................................................33
Bluetoothe Settings .... . .. ..... . ........ .. .. .... 29 Parking Brake.......................................................34
Device Name.......................................................29 Hands-free
Mic ..................................................35
Camera......................................... 29
Troubleshooting .. ...... . .. . ............. . .. .. .. .. 36
Rear Camera input............................................29
Specifications ... .... .. ......... . ....... . ...... ...... 39
Rear View pelay.................................................29
Rad io Settings . .................. . ............ .. . .. .29
Region..................................................................29
RBDS .....................................................................29
Alternative Frequency (AF) ...............................29
Traffic Announcement (TA)...............................29
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Important
This symbol with "WARNING" is intended to
alert the user to the presence of critical
instructions/procedures. Failure to observe
the instructions/procedures can result in
injury, death, damage to the product and/or
property.
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This symbol with "CAUTION" is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important
instructions/procedures. Failure to observe
the instructions/procedures can result in
injury or damage to the product and/or
property.
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Apple CarPlay
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Use of the Apple CarPlay logo means that a
vehicle user interface meets Apple
performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of
this vehicle or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards. Please note that the use
of this product with iPhone or iPod mayaffect
wireless performance.
ipone is trademark of Apple lnc.,registered in the
U.S.and other countries.
Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc.
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.
Othertrademarks and trade names are tho se
of their respective owners

Caution .
Precautions
BE SURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES: Do not turn up the volume so high that you can't hear what's around you.
Use caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Do not operate mobile video equipment while drivinga motorized vehicle -safe driving and safety consideration of others should always be your highest
priority.
Set your volume control at a low setting, then slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably without distortion, or ear discomfort.
In the event you should notice smoke, strange noises or odor from this product, or any other abnormal signs, immediatelyturn off the power and consult your
dealer or the nearest authorized BOSS AUDIO SYSTEMS Service Center.
Using this product in this condition may result in permanent damage to the system.
Boss Audio Systems does not recommend to install the product yourself.
We recommend to have it professionally installed by a certified professional.
Always consult with 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
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Caution
Before Installing
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 ELECTRICL SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVERS.
NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE PROFESSIONAL
Product Safety
It is against Federal and Local laws for video to be viewed by the driver while the vehicle is in motion. This video product was intended to be used with the
parking brake safety feature. Video cannot be seen without the proper parking brake powered connection. Tampering or disabling this feature will void any
and all warranty. Please check with a professional installer to have your product installed properly .
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Important Note
Due to ongoing enhancements, example images on screens may slightly differfrom actual product.
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Images and Video
Watching video while driving is against Federal, State, and Local laws.
Drive safely, know and obey traffic rules. Watching this screen and making selections while drivingcan lead to a serious accident.
Check surroundings for safety while camera images are displayed.
Do not use features of this product while driving ifit cannot be operated safely and legally in your location. Before operation of smartphone Apps accessible
from this device, read safety instructions in your Owner's Manual. When using navigation Apps stay alert to observe real world conditions.
Aboutthis manual
To entirely understand how to properly use yournew Boss product, it is recommended to read this entire user's manual, and keep it in a safe place for future
reference.
-Read the entire manual
-Keep the manual
-Follow all instructions
-C lean with a dry cloth only
-Do not use or operate near water
-Do not defeat any safetyfeatures
California Residents (Proposition 65)
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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Basic Product Operation
What comes in the box
Hardware
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Trim Ring
Mounting Hardware Set
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Connections
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Remote Control Operation
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@ . EJECT Key
@) . CLK Key
@ .MODE Key
@ .MENU Key
(D.Audio KEY
@.SUBTITLE Changing Key
@ .Direction and OK Key
@.MUTE Key
@.REPEAT Key
I.Play/Pause
.ROOT Key
.TITLE Key
@.Under Disc/music/video
mode,press to choose
previous/next song.
(!§).VOLUME UP/DOWN Key
@.Receiving calls/call out;
hang up.
@.STOP/C/BAND
@.Number Key

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Basic Product Operation
Product Basics
Eject
1. Touch to eject the disc
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Siri
-Touch to command
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CarPlay must be active
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Power On /Standby
1. Touch once to Power ON
2. Touch and Hold for Standby
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In Standby Mode, the LED will slowly
pulse on and off.
Volume
1. Touch once on either"+ " /" -"
2. Touch and Hold for quicker
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Use:
This head unit utilizes a Capacitive Touchscreen, the same type that is used on high-end mobile devices. It should be used for and cared for like that type of
device. As with all capacitive type technology, if your fingers are wet or sweaty, it will not function properly.
Do not allow any sharp objects to come in contact with the screen glass.
Care and Cleaning:
To clean the screen, use a dry microfibertype 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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Basic Product Operation
Setup Option A: CarPlay Method
Connect your Apple ®device using a Light-
ning®cable*.The CarPlay USB port must be
used.
This will automatically setup the time and
date.
User must set Time Zone manually.
Default is PacificTime Zone
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Additional Setup
General> Language
Audio> EQ, Other Audio Settings
Display> Illumination, Brightness, LED

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Apple CarPlay
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Apple CarPlay usage is limited while driving.
Functions, contents, and usability is
determined by the App provider(s).
Controls will vary with each App that is
available for CarPlay.
For more details visit:
http://www.apple.com/ios/carplay
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Familiarize yourself with your Local and State
laws regarding mobile devices.
Certain functions of an iPhone might be
prohibited and or illegal while driving in your
location.
When in doubt, park the vehicle and engage
the parking brake first before performing the
function(s).
Connecting to CarPlay USB Port
1. Connect the CarPlay compatible device
via LIGHTING 11D cable (not included).
2. The iPhone will load the CarPlay
function.
3. On the display, the CarPlay will
illuminategreen, touch it to enter the
CarPlay menu.
4. To return to the product Home menu,
Touch
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The product's Bluetooth will turn OFF
automatically when CarPlay is in use.
Hands-free phoning will function through the
CarPlay feature.
When using CarPlay, there is no need to pair
your iPhone, the USB cable connected
through the USB Port (1) will enable this
feature.
If other devices are connected via Bluetooth,
they will be disconnected for the duration of
CarPlay use.
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Gestures & Control
Basic controls, but not limited to:
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Other gestures and controls mi ght differ on
each App.
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Volume control is handled exclusively by the
product.

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Using CarPlay .
CarPlay Display Setup
1. Using your iPhone:
Settings >General >CarPlay
2. Touch and Hold each App icon to move .
To remove an App, Touch -
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If your car supports wireless CarPlay. pressand hold the
voicecontrol button on yoursteering wheel to start CarPlay
setup.
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Only Apps with the icon can be
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Only Apps with the icon can be added
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How to Disable Apps
1. Using yo ur iPhone:
Settings >Notifications > App to Disable
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Notrti cat i on Grouping Automatic
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Android Auto
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Android Auto usage is limited while driving.
Functions, contents, and usability is
determined by the App provider(s).
Controls will vary with each App that is
available for Android Auto.
For more details visit:
https://www.android.com/auto/
&WARNING
Familiarize yourself with your Local and State
laws regarding mobile devices.
Certain functions of the mobile device might
be prohibited and or illegal while driving in
your location.
When in doubt, park the vehicle and engage
the parking brake fir st before performing the
function(s).
CD NOTE
To complete the setup properly, the
Parking Brake status wire must be
connected.
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For your safety, the setup process MUST be
accomplished while the vehicle is Parked and
Parking Brake Engaged.
Android Auto App
1. Using your Android device, download the
Android Auto app on Google Play.
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Minimum Requirements:
Android 5.0 Lollipop
For a list of compatible devices:
https://www.android.com/auto/
Updating Related Apps
1. During the first start up and setup of the
Android Auto app, the Maps, Music, Google
apps will install/update automatically.
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Connecting to Android Auto
USB Port
1. Connect the Android compatible device
via the appropriate USB cable
(not included).
2. The Android device will load the Android
Auto function.
3. Bluetooth will connect automatically
when the setup is completed.
Android Auto Permissions
Permissions
Several features can be allowed or denied
access to customize
your usability of the product.
The access can always be modified in
Settings on the Android device.

Bluetooth®
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Touch
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Car Play must not be active. If being used,
disconnect the iPhone to start Bluetooth.
Compatibility with all mobile devices is not
guaranteed. Please read through the user's
guide of the mobiledevice.
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For your safety, the setup process should be
accomplished whi le the vehicle is parked and
parking brake engaged.
First time Pairing
Using your phone,media or ot h er Bluetooth device,
try to connect to this headunit.
Mobile Device:
Search for BOSS AUDIO BV900A CP
iOS Devices: Settings > Bluetooth
Android Devices: Setting s> Connectio ns>
Bl uetooth
A passcode is generated and will display on
both the head unit and mobile device for
secure pairing.
To ud ■ •oconfirm
Every time the product is powered ON, the
mobile device will automaticallyconnect if
within range.
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Once paired and connected, the device list will
display the available Bluetooth profiles.
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Phonebook and History
To Download Phonebook:
1. Touch Contact > Download
To Download History
1. Touch History> Download
Device Status
Battery and Cellular Strength is displayed on
the top right of the Home menu.
GATT Profile support is required on the mobile
device.
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