Fusion Apollo MS-RA800 Installation Guide
Important Safety Information
Failure to follow these warnings and precautions may result in personal injury, damage to the vessel, or product performance degradation.
Refer to the Important Safety and Product Information Guide included in the product box for product warnings and other important information.
This unit must be installed according to the following instructions:
- Disconnect the DC power supply on the vessel before performing any changes to the DC power supply.
- Before powering this product, ensure the ground is properly connected according to the instructions in this guide.
Caution
To prevent injury, always wear safety glasses, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding.
When drilling or cutting holes, always check the opposite side of the surface to prevent damage to the vessel.
Drilling mounting holes using the stereo as a template may cause the glass screen to break and void your warranty. Use the supplied template to drill the mounting holes correctly.
Read all installation instructions before beginning installation. If you encounter any difficulties during installation, contact Garmin® product support.
Box Contents
- Mounting gasket
- 4 x 8-gauge screws, tapping screws
- 2 x Screw covers
- Power and speaker wiring harness
- Auxiliary input, line out, subwoofer out wiring harness
- 2m (6ft) NMEA 2000® drop cable
- Dust cover
Required Tools
- Phillips screwdriver
- Power drill
- Drill bits (size varies depending on the surface material and screws used)
- Rotary cutting tool and jigsaw
- 25 A circuit breaker or inline fuse for the main power cable
- 1A inline fuse for the ignition cable
- Silicone-based marine sealant (optional)
- Wire for extending power and ground cables (gauge depends on extension length and connected power source, see page 9)
- 22AWG (0.33mm²) wire for extending the ignition cable
Mounting Considerations
Caution
The rear of the unit may become hot when used for extended periods in high ambient temperatures. To prevent potential injury, install the unit in a location where only the front of the unit is accessible, and the rear is not touched during operation.
Caution
This unit must be mounted in a location that is not exposed to extreme temperatures or conditions. The temperature range for this unit is listed in the product specifications. Extended exposure to temperatures above the specified temperature range, either in storage or during operation, can cause the unit to malfunction. Damage due to extreme temperatures and the resulting consequences are not covered by the warranty.
- The stereo must be mounted on a flat surface.
- The unit must be installed in a location that allows for adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup.
- Proper installation with optional marine sealant makes the front of the stereo water resistant. The connectors on the rear are not water resistant, so do not install the stereo in a location where the rear may be submerged or regularly exposed to water.
- If installing the stereo in a location that may be exposed to occasional water splashes, it must be mounted at an angle below horizontal by 45 degrees or above horizontal by 15 degrees.
- If installing the stereo in a location that may be exposed to occasional water splashes, add a drip loop to the cables to prevent water from running into the stereo and causing damage.
- If mounting the stereo on the exterior of the boat, mount it above the waterline in a location where it will not be damaged by docks, pilings, or other equipment.
- Mount the unit at least 40cm (15.75in) away from the compass to avoid magnetic interference.
Mounting the Stereo
Caution
Drilling mounting holes using the stereo as a template may cause the screen to break and void your warranty. Use the supplied template to drill the mounting holes correctly.
Be careful not to enlarge the mounting holes when cutting the holes for the stereo. The clearance between the unit and the mounting hole is minimal, so if the hole is too large, the stereo may not be stable after installation.
Do not apply grease or lubricant to the screws when fastening the stereo to the mounting surface. Grease and lubricants can damage the stereo housing.
Before mounting the stereo to a new location on the mounting surface, select a location that takes into account the mounting considerations.
- Attach the template to the mounting surface.
- Drill pilot holes inside the dotted lines on the template.
- Cut the mounting surface along the inside of the dotted lines on the template.
- Align the mounting holes on the stereo with the pilot holes and template.
- Drill pilot holes using a drill bit sized appropriately for the mounting surface and screw type.
- Remove the template from the mounting surface.
- Complete the installation as follows:
- If installing the stereo in a dry location, install the supplied mounting gasket on the rear of the stereo.
- If installing the stereo in a location exposed to water, apply marine sealant around the cut edge on the mounting surface.
If you apply sealant to the mounting surface, do not install the supplied mounting gasket. Using both the sealant and the mounting gasket may reduce water resistance.
- If you will not have access to the rear of the stereo after installation, connect the necessary wiring.
- Secure the unit to the mounting surface using the screws supplied with the stereo.
- Hand-tighten the screws when securing the stereo to the mounting surface to prevent over-tightening.
- Snap the screw covers into place.
Connection Considerations
For the stereo to operate correctly, it must be connected to power, speakers, and audio sources. Before connecting, carefully plan the layout of the stereo, speakers, and any optional NMEA 2000 networks, Fusion PartyBus™ networks, Garmin BlueNet™ networks, or existing Garmin marine networks.
Port Identification
- 1: ANTENNA 1
- 2: NMEA 2000
- 3: USB
Item Description
- ANTENNA OR ANTENNA 1: Connects the stereo to an AM/FM antenna using a standard DIN plug (not included). On a European model, you can connect the stereo to a compatible Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) antenna using a standard DIN plug (not included) to receive DAB stations in regions where available. If you are installing the stereo on a boat with a metal hull, you must use a ground-dependent antenna. If you are installing the stereo on a boat with a non-metal hull, you must use a ground-independent antenna. See the installation instructions provided with your antenna for more information.
- ANTENNA 2: This port is present only on European models. Connects to a compatible DAB antenna with a male FAKRA connector (not included) to receive DAB stations in regions where available. Connects to an FM antenna using a male FAKRA connector (not included). When using this port, you must configure it for the type of antenna you are using (see page 15).
- NMEA 2000: Connects the stereo to a NMEA 2000 network (see page 14 for NMEA 2000 system wiring diagram).
- NETWORK: Garmin BlueNet network connector. Connects the stereo to a Garmin chartplotter or to another Fusion PartyBus stereo, zone stereo, or network (see page 15 for Fusion PartyBus networking).
- USB: Connects the stereo to a USB-C® device or USB-C extension cable (not included).
- HDMI: Connects the stereo to a digital audio source, such as a TV or DVD player, using the Audio Return Channel (ARC) over HDMI® (see page 15 for ARC (Audio Return Channel)).
- FUSE: Contains an internal 25 A fuse for the device. NOTE: This fuse is in addition to the 25 A circuit breaker or fuse needed when connecting the power cable (see page 8 for power connection).
- 1: Connects the stereo to the wiring harness for auxiliary input 2, and for the line and subwoofer outputs for zones 3 and 4.
- 2: Connects the stereo to the wiring harness for auxiliary input 1, and for the line and subwoofer outputs for zones 1 and 2.
- 3: Connects the stereo to the power and speaker wiring harness.
Wiring Harness Wire and Connector Identification
Wire or RCA Connector Function
Wire or RCA Connector | Name | Wire Color or RCA Label | Function |
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Ground (-) | Black | Connects to power (see page 8 for power connection). | |
Power (+) | Yellow | Connects to power (see page 8 for power connection). | |
Ignition | Red | Connects to power (see page 8 for power connection). | |
Amplifier Turn-On | Blue | Connects to an optional external amplifier to turn on the power when the stereo is turned on. | |
Remote Mute | Brown | Caution This signal wire must use the same ground (-) as the stereo for proper operation. | |
Dimmer | Orange | Connects to the boat's lighting wire to dim the stereo display when the lights are on. The gauge of the lighting wire must be appropriate for the fuse supplying the circuit. Caution For the Dim wire to function correctly, the stereo and the vessel must be connected to the same ground (-). | |
Speaker Zone 1 Left (+) | White | ||
Speaker Zone 1 Left (-) | White/Black | ||
Speaker Zone 1 Right (+) | Gray | ||
Speaker Zone 1 Right (-) | Gray/Black | ||
Speaker Zone 2 Left (+) | Green | ||
Speaker Zone 2 Left (-) | Green/Black | ||
Speaker Zone 2 Right (+) | Purple | ||
Speaker Zone 2 Right (-) | Purple/Black | ||
Zone 1 Line Out (Left) | ZONE 1 | Provides output to an external amplifier and is associated with the volume control for Zone 1. | |
Zone 1 Line Out (Right) | ZONE 1 SUB OUT | Each subwoofer cable provides a single mono output to a subwoofer or subwoofer amplifier. | |
Zone 1 Subwoofer Out | |||
Zone 2 Line Out (Left) | ZONE 2 | Provides output to an external amplifier and is associated with the volume control for Zone 2. | |
Zone 2 Line Out (Right) | ZONE 2 SUB OUT | Each subwoofer cable provides a single mono output to a subwoofer or subwoofer amplifier. | |
Zone 2 Subwoofer Out | |||
Left Auxiliary Input 1 | AUX IN 1 | Provides RCA stereo line input for audio sources such as a CD or MP3 player. | |
Right Auxiliary Input 1 | |||
Zone 3 Line Out (Left) | ZONE 3 | Provides output to an external amplifier and is associated with the volume control for Zone 3. | |
Zone 3 Line Out (Right) | |||
Zone 3 Subwoofer Out | ZONE 3 SUB OUT | Each subwoofer cable provides a single mono output to a subwoofer or subwoofer amplifier. | |
Zone 4 Line Out (Left) | ZONE 4 | Provides output to an external amplifier and is associated with the volume control for Zone 4. | |
Zone 4 Line Out (Right) | ZONE 4 SUB OUT | Each subwoofer cable provides a single mono output to a subwoofer or subwoofer amplifier. | |
Zone 4 Subwoofer Out | |||
Left Auxiliary Input 2 | AUX IN 2 | Provides RCA stereo line input for audio sources such as a CD or MP3 player. | |
Right Auxiliary Input 2 |
Power Connection
When connecting the stereo to power, you must connect the yellow, red, and black wires to the power source. The yellow and red wires have different functions and the method of connecting them to the power source depends on how you use the stereo on your vessel.
- Yellow Wire: This wire supplies power to the stereo. This wire must be connected through a 25 A circuit breaker or a 25 A fuse (not included) if a vessel circuit breaker is not available. Connecting this wire to the power source without a circuit breaker or fuse can cause a short circuit, leading to overheating and fire. This wire supplies power to the stereo at all times, even when the stereo is not in use. You can switch to a standby mode that allows the stereo to start up faster than when powering off using the power button. If you switch to standby mode, the stereo uses up to 350 mA and you must turn off the stereo power using the circuit breaker or a manual switch when the vessel is not in use to prevent battery drain.
- Red Wire: You can connect this wire to the same power source as the yellow wire using an ignition switch or a manual switch. This allows the stereo to turn on and off automatically when you turn the vessel's power on or off, or when you activate the switch. Turning the stereo on and off using this switch functions the same as turning it on and off using the stereo's power button. If you switch power using the power button or a connected chartplotter or remote control, you do not need to connect this wire to an ignition switch or manual switch and can instead connect it with the yellow wire. This wire must be connected for the stereo to turn on. If you turn off the stereo using this switch or the power button, it enters a standby mode that allows the stereo to start up faster than when powering off using the yellow wire. In standby mode, the stereo uses up to 350 mA, and you must turn off the stereo power using the circuit breaker or a manual switch when the vessel is not in use to prevent battery drain. Warning
This wire must be connected through a 1A fuse (not included), regardless of whether it is connected to an ignition switch or a manual switch. Connecting this wire to the power source without a fuse can cause a short circuit, leading to overheating and fire.
If you need to extend this wire, use 22AWG (0.33mm²) wire. - Black Wire: This wire is the ground wire and must be connected to the negative (-) terminal of the power source or a common ground. If you need to extend this wire, use the appropriate gauge wire for the extension length and power source (see page 9 for power cable gauge guide).
Power Cable Gauge Guide
The wire gauge needed to connect the stereo to power and ground depends on the length of the cable running from the power source to the stereo. Refer to this table to determine the appropriate wire gauge for your installation. This table describes the terminal connection resistance.
NOTE: If using aluminum wire, you must use a wire gauge that is two gauges larger than that listed below to compensate for voltage drop due to wire material.
Power | Up to 1m (3.5ft.) | 1m to 5m (3.5ft. to 16ft.) | Over 5m (16ft.) |
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24VDC | 14AWG (2~3mm²) | 12AWG (3~4mm²) | 8AWG (8~10mm²) |
12Vdc | 12AWG (3~4mm²) | 8AWG (8~10mm²) | 4AWG (21~25mm²) |
Connecting to Power Without Ignition Switch
This connection method is most often used on larger vessels and vessels with multiple stereos and other marine equipment connected to the network. For these installations, the need for quick standby and quick start-up is less important, and it is more effective to turn the stereo off using a breaker or dedicated switch on the electrical panel.
- Refer to this diagram to plan your wire connections.
- Item Description
- 1 Yellow Wire: Before connecting this wire and the red wire to a switch or circuit breaker, you must connect this wire to the red wire.
- 2 Red Wire: This wire should be connected to the yellow wire to prevent it from acting as a physical standby switch.
- 3 1A Fuse (not included): Install this fuse in the red wire before connecting the red wire to the yellow wire.
- 4 Manual Switch (optional): This switch is needed if a circuit breaker cannot be used or if you prefer a more convenient way to turn off the stereo power.
- 5 Black Wire: Ground (-). Connect this wire to the same ground or common ground as the power source.
- 6 25A Fuse (not included): This fuse is required if you cannot connect to power through a 25A circuit breaker 7.
- 7 25 A Circuit Breaker or Manual Switch: If a circuit breaker is not available, connect a 25A fuse 6 to the yellow wire. You must also connect the yellow wire to power using a manual switch to remove power to the stereo when the vessel is not in use.
- Wire all wires as needed to the stereo wiring harness, circuit breaker or switch, and power source. Do not connect the wiring harness to the stereo until all wire connections are complete.
- Install all necessary fuses in the red and yellow wires.
- Connect the wiring harness to the stereo.
Caution
If the vessel is not in use, you must disconnect the stereo power using a circuit breaker or manual switch to prevent battery drain.
Connecting to Power via Ignition Switch
This connection method is primarily used on ski boats, wake boats, and similar recreational vessels where the power supplied to the engine is switched on and off frequently. For these installations, quick standby and quick start-up times allow you to resume playing music as soon as possible after restarting the engine. In standby mode, the stereo uses up to 350 mA, and the power wire must be connected through a circuit breaker or manual switch to prevent battery drain when the boat is not in use.
- Refer to this diagram to plan your wire connections.
- Item Description
- 1 Yellow Wire: This wire must be connected to the same power source as the ignition or ACC switch.
- 2 Red Wire: This wire must be connected to the ignition or ACC switch, and then connected to the same power source as the yellow wire.
- 3 1A Fuse (not included): You must install this fuse in the red wire before connecting the red wire to the ignition or ACC switch.
- 4 Ignition or ACC Switch: Connecting this wire to the ignition or ACC switch puts the stereo into a low-power standby mode when the engine is turned off, allowing for a faster start-up when the engine is turned back on.
- 5 Black Wire: Ground (-).
- 6 25 A Fuse (not included): This fuse is required if you cannot connect to power through a 25 A circuit breaker 7.
- 7 25 A Circuit Breaker or Manual Switch: If a circuit breaker is not available, you must connect a 25A fuse to the yellow wire. You must also connect the yellow wire to power using a manual switch to remove power to the stereo when the boat is not in use.
- Wire all wires as needed to the stereo wiring harness, ignition or ACC switch, circuit breaker, and power source. Do not connect the wiring harness to the stereo until all wire connections are complete.
- Install all necessary fuses in the red and yellow wires.
- Connect the wiring harness to the stereo.
Caution
If the vessel is not in use for an extended period, you must disconnect the stereo power using a circuit breaker or other manual switch on the yellow wire to prevent battery drain.
Speaker Zones
You can group speakers in a zone to control the audio level in each zone independently. For example, you can have quieter audio in the cabin and louder audio on the deck.
The speaker wires in the wiring harness for Zone 1 and Zone 2 supply power to the onboard amplifier. If you want to use the RCA line outputs and RCA subwoofer outputs for Zone 1 and Zone 2, you must connect an external amplifier.
Zone 3 and Zone 4 are only available as line-level outputs. If you want to use the RCA line outputs and RCA subwoofer outputs for Zone 3 and Zone 4, you must connect an external amplifier.
You can set the balance, volume limit, tone, subwoofer frequency, and name for each zone, and configure other zone-specific settings.
NOTE: You cannot adjust the subwoofer frequency if it is managed by the DSP.
Example of a Single Zone System Wiring
- Speakers
- Waterproof connection
Speaker System Wiring Using Line Outputs
This diagram shows a system installation with an external amplifier and subwoofer connected using line outputs for two zones on the stereo. You can connect amplifiers and subwoofers to all available zones on the stereo. NOTE: For Zone 1 and Zone 2, you can connect speakers to the internal stereo amplifier while using the line outputs. However, adjusting the volume will affect both the internal amplifier and the speakers connected to the line outputs. This may result in uneven volume levels.
- Zone 1 Speaker
- Waterproof connection
- Zone 2 Speaker
- Amplifier Turn-On Signal Wire: You must connect this wiring to each amplifier connected to the line outputs. This signal wire must use the same ground (-) as the amplifier it is connected to for proper operation.
- Zone 2 Line Out to Powered Amplifier
- Zone 2 Line Out and Subwoofer Output: Each subwoofer cable provides a single mono output to a subwoofer or subwoofer amplifier. You may need to use an RCA splitter to connect these cables to the amplifier.
- Subwoofer
NMEA 2000 System Wiring Diagram
- Stereo
- Supported chartplotter MFD or compatible Fusion® NMEA 2000 remote control
- NMEA 2000 GPS antenna, speed sensor, or transducer. If your stereo is connected to the same NMEA 2000 network as a GPS antenna, a chartplotter with a built-in GPS antenna, a transducer, or a speed sensor, you can configure it to automatically adjust the volume based on engine RPM, ground speed, wind speed, or water speed. For more information, refer to the stereo owner's manual.
- Inline switch
- NMEA 2000 power cable
- NMEA 2000 drop cable, up to 6m (20ft.)
- 9–16Vdc power supply
- NMEA 2000 terminators or backbone cable
- NMEA 2000 T-connector
- NMEA 2000 terminators or backbone cable
ARC (Audio Return Channel)
ARC (Audio Return Channel) allows you to play digital audio from a TV or other source with HDMI technology through the stereo system speakers. HDMI version 1.4 or higher cables support ARC. When planning your stereo installation, verify that the devices and cables support ARC. Most devices that support ARC have an ARC or eARC label on the HDMI connector that supports ARC. You may need to configure your TV or other source to output audio via ARC. This stereo supports ARC (excluding eARC), CEC 1.4, and PCM stereo audio. Refer to your source device's manual for configuration instructions, if necessary.
NOTE: There are limitations on HDMI cable length when using ARC functionality. If your source is more than 5m (16ft.) away from the stereo, check with the cable manufacturer to ensure ARC is supported for that length.
TIP: On compatible TVs, you can control the stereo volume using the TV remote when using an ARC source.
Configuring Antenna Ports for DAB and FM Antennas
NOTE: These instructions apply only to European models. DAB stations are broadcast only in certain European regions, so some models do not support this feature.
The stereo has two antenna ports, and you can connect either a DAB antenna or an FM antenna to one of them, depending on the type of connector on the antenna. After connecting the antenna, you must configure the stereo to use the antenna correctly.
- Select Setup > Source > DAB.
- Select an option as follows:
- To configure the antenna port for a DAB antenna, select DAB Antenna:.
- To configure the antenna port for an FM antenna, select FM Antenna.
- Select the antenna port to which you connected the antenna.
- Repeat these steps for any other antennas as needed.
- If the stereo needs to power the connected antenna, select Setup > Source > DAB and then select Antenna 1 Power or Antenna 2 Power, depending on which port you connected the antenna to (optional).
Fusion PartyBus Networking
The Fusion PartyBus networking feature allows you to connect multiple compatible stereos together on a network, utilizing both wired and wireless connections. NOTE: When connecting Fusion stereos to a Garmin BlueNet network or a Garmin marine network, only Garmin and Fusion devices can be used. Third-party routers, storage devices, or other network products may not be directly compatible with this stereo. TIP: If your stereo is connected to a Garmin BlueNet network or a Garmin marine network, you can connect your mobile device to the wireless access point of the connected Garmin chartplotter and control the stereo using the Fusion Audio app. Wi-Fi networking is not available when the stereo is connected to a Garmin network. You can group compatible stereos, such as the Fusion Apollo RA800 stereo, with other compatible stereos on the Fusion PartyBus network. Grouped stereos can share available sources and control media playback across all stereos in the group, allowing you to synchronize the audio experience throughout your vessel. You can quickly create, edit, and ungroup groups from compatible stereos or remotes on the network as needed. NOTE: Zone stereos, such as the Fusion Apollo SRX400, can create or join groups to control and play sources from other stereos, but they cannot share their sources with the group. Refer to the owner's manual for additional considerations regarding source sharing. You can adjust the volume for available speaker zones on all stereos on the network, regardless of whether they are grouped, using compatible stereos and remotes. You can wirelessly connect up to eight Fusion PartyBus stereos to the network.
Wired Network Considerations
When preparing for a network installation, pay attention to the following considerations for all wired connections:
- This unit uses Garmin BlueNet technology for wired network connections. For more information on Garmin BlueNet technology (including best practices for establishing a network that includes Garmin BlueNet devices and existing Garmin marine network devices), refer to garmin.com/manuals/bluenet.
- If you are connecting this stereo to another stereo or device with a Garmin BlueNet network port, you can use a standard Garmin BlueNet cable (sold separately).
- If you are connecting this stereo to another device with an existing Garmin marine network cable, you must use a Garmin marine network to Garmin BlueNet network adapter cable (010-12531-11 or 010-13094-00, sold separately).
- If you are connecting this stereo to another stereo or device with a standard Ethernet port, you must use an RJ45 Garmin BlueNet network adapter cable (010-12531-02, sold separately) to connect Cat5e or Cat6 cables to this stereo.
- If you are mixing Garmin BlueNet networks and existing Garmin marine networks with multiple chartplotters, connect this unit to a Garmin BlueNet chartplotter or switch for best performance.
- For more information on Garmin BlueNet technology, refer to garmin.com/manuals/bluenet.
- You can connect the stereo directly to a compatible device using a single network cable.
- If you are connecting more than two compatible devices to the network, you must use a wired network switch and a wired or wireless router.
- If you install a router on the network, it must be configured as a DHCP server by default. Refer to your router's instructions for more information.
- If you do not install a router and there is no other DHCP server on the network, you must configure one Fusion PartyBus stereo as the DHCP server (see page 20 for configuring a Fusion PartyBus device as a DHCP server).
Example of a Direct Wired Network Connection
When connecting two devices directly, you do not need to change network settings, but you must configure one device as the DHCP server for best results (see page 20 for configuring a Fusion PartyBus device as a DHCP server).
- Fusion PartyBus stereo
- Fusion PartyBus zone stereo or remote control
Example of a Wired Network with a Switch or Router
To connect three or more devices, you may need to connect both a wired network switch and a wired network router. If you have three or more devices using Garmin BlueNet network technology, you can connect them using a Garmin BlueNet 20 switch.
If you do not install a router and there is no other DHCP server on the network, you must configure one Fusion PartyBus stereo as the DHCP server (see page 20 for configuring a Fusion PartyBus device as a DHCP server). If you install a router, you may need to configure it as the DHCP server. Refer to your router's instructions for more information.
- Fusion PartyBus stereo
- Wired network switch, wired network router, or Garmin BlueNet 20 switch
- Fusion PartyBus zone stereo or remote control
Wireless Network Considerations
When preparing for a network installation, pay attention to the following considerations for all wireless connections:
- Wired connections are more stable than wireless connections. You should prepare your network for network cable use, but if that is not possible, many Fusion PartyBus devices are Wi-Fi compatible. You can connect these devices to a wireless router or access point.
- If you install a wireless router on the network, it must be configured as a DHCP server by default. Refer to your wireless router's instructions for more information.
- If you do not use a wireless router, you can configure this unit as a wireless access point to connect other devices within wireless range. NOTE: Do not configure this unit as a wireless access point if a router is already installed on the network. This may cause DHCP conflicts and degrade network performance.
- If you connect Fusion PartyBus devices as Wi-Fi clients to the network, you cannot connect additional wired Fusion PartyBus devices to that unit.
- If you connect your smartphone to the wireless network and use the Fusion Audio app, you can control all stereos on the network.
- If you connect an Apple® device to the wireless network, you can stream media to multiple stereos on the network using Apple AirPlay® 2.
- Connecting a Bluetooth® device to the stereo may interfere with some Wi-Fi connections.
- Wi-Fi signals can interfere with Bluetooth device connections. If you are not using the stereo to provide a wireless network or wireless access point, you should turn off the stereo's Wi-Fi settings.
Example of a Wireless Access Point
- Fusion PartyBus stereo
- Fusion PartyBus zone stereo
- Mobile device using the Fusion Audio app
Example of a Wireless Network with a Wireless Switch or Router
- Fusion PartyBus stereo
- Wired network switch or wired network router
- Fusion PartyBus zone stereo or remote control
- Fusion PartyBus zone stereo
- Mobile device using the Fusion Audio app
Example of a Wireless Network with a Router or Access Point
- Fusion PartyBus stereo
- Wireless network router or wireless access point
- Fusion PartyBus zone stereo or remote control
- Fusion PartyBus zone stereo
- Mobile device using the Fusion Audio app
Connecting a Fusion PartyBus Device to a Wireless Access Point
You can connect this unit to a router or a compatible Fusion PartyBus device's wireless access point. This unit can connect using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) if supported by the access point. You can connect using Apple Accessory Configuration (WAC) through a supported Apple device.
- Select Setup > Network > Wi-Fi Client > SSID. A list of wireless access points within range appears.
- Select the Fusion PartyBus wireless access point.
- If necessary, select the password and enter the password, then select ✓.
- Select Save. NOTE: After connecting the stereo to a wireless access point, you cannot use a wired network connection.
Resetting Network Settings
You can reset all network settings on this stereo to the factory default values.
- Select Setup.
- Select Network > Advanced > Reset > Yes.
Advanced Network Configuration
You can perform advanced networking tasks, such as defining the DHCP range and setting static IP addresses for your Fusion PartyBus device. For more information, refer to the owner's manual.
NOTE: If connected to a Garmin marine network via Ethernet and configured as a DHCP client, the stereo automatically detects and connects to the Garmin marine network.
Troubleshooting Network Issues
If your Fusion Apollo device does not appear on the network or cannot connect, follow these steps:
- Ensure all Fusion Apollo stereos, remotes, network switches, routers, and wireless access points are connected to the network and powered on.
- Ensure that your wireless Fusion Apollo device is connected to the wireless router or wireless access point on the network. NOTE: Wired connections are more stable than wireless connections. You should connect devices to the network using Ethernet cables whenever possible.
- Ensure that only one device, either the stereo or the router, is configured as the DHCP server. If you connect to a Garmin chartplotter using a wired Garmin or Garmin BlueNet marine network connection, the stereo acts as the DHCP server on the network, so you should not configure the connected stereo as a DHCP server.
- Test and correct for interference by changing the channel on your router or wireless access point. Wireless interference may occur if there are many wireless access points nearby.
- Test and correct for interference by disconnecting Bluetooth devices. Connecting a Bluetooth device to a stereo configured as a wireless access point or wireless client may degrade wireless performance.
- If you have configured static IP addresses, ensure that all devices have unique IP addresses, that the first three digits of the IP addresses match, and that the subnet mask is the same for all devices.
- If you have made configuration changes that may be causing network issues, reset all network settings to the factory default values.
- If you connected a Garmin BlueNet device to a Garmin chartplotter using a wired Fusion Apollo or Garmin marine network connection, the device's network settings are automatically changed to the Garmin marine network. If the network settings do not change as expected, reset the device's network settings (see page 22 for resetting network settings).
Stereo Specifications
Specification | Details |
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General | |
Weight | 750g (26.5 oz) |
Water Resistance | IEC 60529 IPX7 (front of stereo only, when properly installed) IEC 60529 IPX2 (rear of stereo only, when properly installed) |
Operating Temperature Range | 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F) |
Storage Temperature Range | -20° to 70°C (-4° to 158°F) |
Input Voltage | 10.8–32 Vdc |
Current (Maximum) | 25 A |
Current (Mute) | Less than 900 mA |
Current (Off) | Less than 350 mA |
Fuse | 25 A Mini-blade type |
NMEA 2000 LEN @ 9Vdc | 2 (100mA) |
Bluetooth Wireless Range | Up to 10m (30ft.) |
ANT® Wireless Range | Up to 3m (10ft.) |
Wireless Frequency and Protocol | Wi-Fi 2.4GHz @ +19.49dBm Bluetooth 2.4GHz @ +15.11dBm ANT 2.4GHz @ 3.22dBm |
Compass Safe Distance | 40cm (15.75in.) |
Internal Class D Amplifier | |
Power Output per Channel | 4 x 80W into 4 ohm |
Total Output Maximum Power | 320W |
Power Output per Channel | 4 x 40W RMS with 1% THD+N, 4 ohm (CTA-2006-D) |
Line Output Level (Maximum) | 5.6V (maximum) |
Aux Input Level (Typical) | 1V RMS typical, 2V RMS maximum |
Tuner Frequency | |
Tuner | |
FM Radio Frequency Range | Europe & Australasia: 87.5–108MHz USA: 87.5–107.9MHz Japan: 76–95MHz |
FM Frequency Step | 50kHz |
AM Radio Frequency Range | 522–1620kHz |
AM Frequency Step | 9kHz |
DAB Frequency | 174–240MHz (Band III) |
1 The stereo may limit output to prevent amplifier overheating and maintain audio dynamics.
Stereo Dimension Drawings
Side Dimensions
- 20.4mm (0.8in.)
- 99mm (3.9in.)
- 50mm (1.97in.)
Top Dimensions
- 164mm (6.5in.)
- 20.4mm (0.8in.)
- 10mm (0.39in.)
- 192mm (7.56in.)
Software Update
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