BOSS BV765B USER'S MANUAL
BLUETOOTH® | DVD/MP3/CD AM/FM RECEIVER
FEATURING 6.5" (165 mm) WIDESCREEN TOUCHSCREEN
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a Boss Audio Systems ELITE® Multimedia Receiver. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to bring you the highest level of performance and quality, and will offer you years of entertainment pleasure.
Contents
- Specifications: Page 1
- Safety Notice: Page 2
- Accessories: Page 3
- Unit Installation: Page 3
- Remote Control Operation: Page 4
- Wires Connection Description: Page 5
- Panel Introduction: Page 6
- Main Menu Operation Instruction: Page 7
- Access Setup Interface: Page 8
- General Settings: Page 7
- Camera Settings: Page 8
- Clock Settings: Page 8
- Audio Settings: Page 8
- Tuner Settings: Page 9
- Illumination Settings: Page 9
- About Settings: Page 10
- Tuner Operation: Page 10
- DISC/CD/USB/SD Playback: Page 11
- DVD Mode Operation: Page 11
- Media Playing - CD Audio: Page 12
- CD Source Menu: Page 12
- USB/SD Music/Video/Picture: Page 12
- Bluetooth Operation: Page 13
- Bluetooth Operation Menu: Page 13
- Bluetooth Dialing: Page 13
- Bluetooth Call: Page 13
- Bluetooth Phone Book: Page 14
- Bluetooth Phone Call History: Page 14
- Bluetooth Music Steaming-A2DP: Page 14
- Bluetooth Pair device: Page 14
- A-LINK(Screen Mirroring) Operation: Page 15
- Troubleshooting: Page 15
Specifications
Model No. | BV765B |
General features | Fixed front panel 6.5 inch TFT screen |
FM/AM Radio | |
RBDS | |
DVD fully compatible with DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/MPEG4/JPEG | |
Front USB&SD reader support | |
Built-in Bluetooth | |
AUX Input | |
AV Input | |
AV output | |
Front/Rear view camera | |
Front, Rear and Subwoofer Pre-Amp. Output | |
4*80W AMP power output maximum | |
Steering wheel control | |
TFT screen | 800*480pixel |
SD | 64G |
Working power | 12V |
Max Output | 4*80W |
Working Temperature | -20°C ~ 70°C / -4°F ~ 158°F |
Size | 178*160*100mm |
Weight | 1.57kg/3.46lbs |
Compatible Media | Picture: JPG/JPEG/BMP |
Disc: CD/CD-R/CD-RW/DVD/DVD±R/DVD±RW | |
Audio file: MP3/WAV/FLAC | |
Video file | Format: .MPEG1, .MPG | Video code: MPEG1, MPEG2 | Audio code: MP2, MP2 |
Safety Notice
Please read and understand the following safety information before operating this unit.
- ⚠️ The device is suitable for 12V power supply (requires grounding). Do not connect it to 24V power supply in trucks or buses, or else it will be damaged.
- ℹ️ Please use genuine discs instead of incompatible discs, or it will damage the device and/or shorten the service life.
- ℹ️ Without the guide of qualified personnel, do not replace the fuse, or else it may damage the device or cause fire.
- ? Please follow the traffic laws and regulations and do not watch programs or operate the device when you are driving, to avoid accidents (excluding passengers watching through rear monitor).
- ℹ️ To ensure safety and operate the device normally, please ask qualified personnel to install the device. Do not disassemble or repair the device without authorization, to avoid damage and accidents. Please contact a local car audio distributor for details.
- ? Do not put the device in a moist environment or water, to avoid electric shock, damage and/or fire due to a short circuit.
- ? The mechanical drive part of the monitor uses an automatic precision transmission component. Do not pull, push or rotate the device by force or impact the TFT screen to avoid damaging the device.
- ? Do not insert the audio plug of the vehicle into the master unit directly. Please convert with the dedicated end cable provided by the company.
- ⚡ When installing the unit, prevent metal objects from falling into the master unit from the vents to avoid a short circuit and damaging the device.
Safety Statement
- ? For the safety of yourself and others, do not watch programs or operate the device when you are driving. It is prohibited by law.
- ?️ The back up monitor function should be used as an auxiliary view only. The company is not responsible for any accidents occurred during backing.
Accessories
- Remote: Page 1
- Power Cable: Page 1
- Mounting Brackets: Page 2
- Screw: Page 8
- Trim Ring: Page 1
Unit Installation
Diagram Description: An illustration shows the car receiver unit with brackets being attached to its sides using screws. The brackets are labeled and screws are indicated.
- Put the 2 brackets to the left and right side of the unit.
- Use screws to fix the brackets to the unit.
- Once the screws are attached, the brackets can be adjusted forward or backward depending on the installation requirements.
Remote Control Operation
Diagram Description: A visual representation of the remote control with numbered buttons. The numbers correspond to the functions listed below.
Key Functions:
- 1. TURN ON/OFF
- 2. MODE Key
- 3. BAND Key
- 4, 5, 8, 26. Cursor Keys
- 6. ENTER, ▶️⏸️ (Play/Pause) Key
- 7. ⏹️ (STOP), ↩️ (Return) Key
- 9. AMS (Auto Store/Recall Preset Station), ? (Repeat) Key
- 10. ST (Stereo/mono) Key
- 11. LOC (LOC/DX), RDM (Random) Key
- 12. ◀️ (Tune/Seek Down, Skip to Previous song/video/Photo) Key
- 13. PBC (Playback Control), ? (Answer/Outgoing call/ Redial)
- 14. OSD (On Screen Display), ❌ (Reject or End a call) Key
- 15-20, 35-40. Numeric Keypad
- 20. PTY (Program Types)
- 21. MUTE Key
- 22. MENU Key
- 23. SETUP Key
- 24. Title Key
- 25. ZOOM (Zoom in/out) Key
- 27. SLOW Key
- 28. ANGLE Key
- 29. SUB-T (Subtitle language) Key
- 30, 34. VOL+ / VOL- Key
- 31. ▶️ (Tune/Seek Up, Skip to Next song/video/Photo) Key
- 32. SELECT (Audio Settings) Key
- 33. AUDIO (Audio Language)
- 39. AF (Alternative Frequencies)
- 40. TA (Traffic Announcement)
Wires Connection Description
Diagram Description: A diagram shows the rear panel of the unit with various input/output connectors labeled. These include AM/FM Antenna, Pre-Amp Output, Main Harness, and Fuse 10A. Below the diagram, a detailed list of Audio/Video Inputs & Outputs, Power connections, Speaker Outputs, and Camera Power connections is provided.
Audio/Video Inputs & Outputs
- R.CAM: Rear Camera Input (Yellow)
- SUB1: Subwoofer Output 1 (Green)
- SUB2: Subwoofer Output 2 (Green)
- F.CAM: Front Camera Input (Yellow)
- R L: Rear Left PRE-AMP Output (White)
- R R: Rear Right PRE-AMP Output (Red)
- V-IN: Video Input (Yellow)
- L-IN: Audio Input Left CH (White)
- R-IN: Audio Input Right CH (Red)
- V-OUT: Video Input (Yellow)
- F L: Front Left PRE-AMP Output (White)
- F R: Front Right PRE-AMP Output (Red)
Power
- Yellow: Constant (+12v)
- Red: Accessory (+12v)
- Black: Ground (-)
- Orange: Illumination Input (+12v)
- Violet/Wht: Reverse Input (+12v)
- Blue: Ant. Output (+12v, 500 mA)
- Blue/Wht: Rem. Output (+12v, 500mA)
- Lt.Green: Parking Brake Input
Speaker Outputs
- White: Left Front (+)
- White/Blk: Left Front (-)
- Gray: Right Front (+)
- Gray/Blk: Right Front (-)
- Green: Left Rear (+)
- Green/Blk: Left Rear (-)
- Purple: Right Rear(+)
- Purple/Blk: Right Rear (-)
Control
- 3.5mm: SWC Input
Camera Power
- Red/Blk: Front Output (+12v, 500 mA)
- Red/White: Rear Output (+12v, 500 mA)
Panel Introduction
Diagram Description: An illustration of the front panel of the receiver, with numbered buttons and ports indicated.
- Eject key: Press EJECT to remove the Disc.
- MENU key: Press to return to the home menu, or previous source.
- MODE key: Press to select system mode.
- TURN ON/OFF & VOLUME UP/DOWN: Long touch to turn ON/OFF the unit. Short touch to activate the MUTE function and silence the audio output. Touch again to restore sound. Rotate to adjust the output volume UP or DOWN.
- Open to see AUX IN jack, SD slot, USB port and reset key.
Main Menu Operation Instruction
MAIN MENU 1
- 1. Tuner Interface
- 2. Streaming Interface
- 3. DISC Interface
- 4. Phone Interface
- 5. USB Interface
- 6. SD Interface
- 7. Front/Rear Camera Interface
- 8. AV INPUT Interface
MAIN MENU 2
- 9. AUX IN Interface
- 10. Setting Interface
- 11. A-LINK (Autolink) Interface
There are seven Setting Menus.
GENERAL SETTINGS - Menu 1
Diagram Description: A screenshot of the General Settings menu, showing options like Wallpaper, Retain ACC Power, System Tone, System Language, and Parental Disc Lock.
- Touch to set wallpaper.
- Retain ACC Power: Select how many seconds to delay shut down after the vehicle powers down.
- When turned on, an audible beep tone confirms each function selection.
- Touch System Language to select Spanish/English.
- Touch to select parental control level, the default password is "0000".
Access Setup Interface
CAMERA SETTINGS - Menu 2
Diagram Description: Screenshots of Camera Settings menus showing options for Camera Trigger, Rear Camera, Rear Cam Pwr, Front Camera, and Front Cam Pwr, along with Rear Camera Delay settings.
- Camera Trigger: Touch to select Front/Rear/Off, select to display Front Camera, Rear Camera, or no response when reversing.
- Rear Camera: Touch to turn on or turn off the Rear Camera function.
- Rear Cam Pwr: Turn on to power Rear Camera.
- Front Camera: Touch to turn on or turn off the Front Camera function.
- Front Cam Pwr: Turn on to power Front Camera.
- Select the delay setting to define the refresh rate for the Rear Camera image when the vehicle is in reverse gear. Options are Off / 1 Sec / 2 Sec / 3 Sec. It can switch to front camera delay or Front Camera delay follow the Camera Trigger change.
CLOCK SETTINGS - Menu 3
a. Press to set clock mode: 12/24 hr
b. Press to set hour
c. Press to set minute
d. Press to set AM/PM at 12hr mode
AUDIO SETTINGS - Menu 4
Diagram Description: Screenshots of Audio Settings menus showing options for Internal AMP, Startup Volume, TUNER Level, DISC Level, USB Level, SD Level, Phone Level, STREAMING Level, AUX IN Level, and AV INPUT Level.
Access Setup Interface (Continued)
Audio Settings Details
Diagram Description: Visual representation of audio equalizer and balance controls.
- Touch to select whether to output sound from an external amplifier.
- Startup volume: default volume.
- If the volume at the last shutdown is less than this volume, the volume at the last shutdown will be used when rebooting.
- If the volume at the last shutdown is greater than this volume, this default volume will be used when rebooting.
- Press to set preset gain.
- Slide up or down to enter previous functions.
TUNER SETTINGS - Menu 5
- Touch to choose between America/EU regions.
- Perform radio auto preset (ps) functionality.
- Touch to choose Local or Distance.
- Touch to turn on or turn off RBDS; Touch Set to enter RBDS page.
- Touch to choose Stereo or Mono.
ILLUMINATION SETTINGS - Menu 6
- Touch to turn on the illumination detection function.
- Touch to set screen brightness.
- Touch to set gamma brightness.
About Settings - Menu 7
- Touch to enter the touch calibration interface.
- Touch to view the version number of the machine.
- Touch to restore the machine to factory status.
- Touch to select whether it is necessary to display a warning interface when booting up.
Tuner Operation
Diagram Description: A screenshot of the Tuner interface showing radio frequency and playback controls.
- Touch ? to go back to the home page.
- Show PS, PTY and RT messages from RDS.
- Short press to seek backwards, long press to enter manual mode.
- Short press to seek forward, long press to enter manual mode.
- Short press to select the preset station, long press to save current Freq.
RBDS:
Touch Setting > Tuner > RBDS > Set to enter the RBDS setup menu. You can choose what program type you'd like to listen to: news, sports, information, etc.
- a. CT (Clock Time): Turn on to automatically correct the current time every time the RBDS is opened.
- b. TA (Traffic Announcement): When this is turned on, the radio will automatically search for traffic stations. OFF: Turn off the TA function. In other modes, the traffic announcements will automatically switch to radio mode. Once the traffic announcements are complete, it will automatically switch to the previous mode.
- c. AF (Auto Frequency): When the AF function is turned on, the radio will automatically fine tune to other frequencies when the received stations become weak. A warning message will be displayed on the screen when receiving emergency announcements.
Disc/CD/USB/SD Playback
d. PTY (Programming Type)
Touch the button to display program types. Search for stations according to program type. NOTE: If RBDS is turned OFF, AF/TA/PTY will not function.
DVD MODE OPERATION
Diagram Description: A screenshot of the DVD playback interface showing video title, time, and playback controls.
- Touch to select title/chapter of DVD.
- Short press to move to the previous chapter, long press to rewind quickly.
- Touch to playback/pause.
- Short press to move to the next chapter, long press to fast forward quickly.
- Touch to enter DVD root menu.
- Go to the next page of the menu bar.
- Go to the previous page of the menu bar.
- Touch to change the repeat mode in the following sequence: DVD: repeat all, repeat off, repeat chapter, repeat title. VCD (PBC off): repeat all, repeat off, repeat single.
- Touch to change random play mode.
- Touch to enter video adjust page.
- Touch to enter DVD title menu.
- Touch to select the subtitle language if the disc is recorded in multiple languages.
- Go to the next page of menu bar.
- Touch to switch video between 4:3 and 16:9.
- Touch to select DVD video angle.
- Touch to select DVD audio language.
NOTE: When properly installed, a video cannot be displayed unless the parking brake is applied. If the parking brake wire is not installed correctly, the following message will appear: ⚠️ For safety, the vehicle must be parked in a safe location and parking brake engaged.
Disc/CD/USB/SD Playback (Continued)
MEDIA PLAYING - CD AUDIO
Diagram Description: A screenshot of CD audio playback showing album art, song title, artist, and playback progress.
- Show the music's ID3 information.
- Time bar: show the total time and playing time of the present song.
- Touch to change play mode: repeat all, repeat directory, repeat single, sequential play and shuffle play.
- Touch to return to previous song.
- Touch to playback/pause.
- Touch to go to the next song.
- Touch to enter file list page.
CD SOURCE MENU
Touch the SOURCE MENU (ICON 5) to access the CD track menu to view or change tracks manually. Touch again to return to playback.
USB/SD MUSIC/VIDEO/PICTURE
Press USB/SD in the main menu. The music menu is similar to the disc music menu except there is more ID3 information on it (such as song name & singer).
Diagram Description: Screenshots showing USB/SD playback interfaces for music and video, with playback controls and file lists.
- ? Keypad: Enter number to select file.
- ◀️ Previous Music/Video/Picture
- ▶️⏸️ Play/Pause
- ▶️ Next Previous Music/Video/Picture
- List: Press to enter file list.
- ➡️ Go to the next page of menu bar.
- ⬅️ Go to the previous page of menu bar.
- ? Select repeat mode.
- ? Random Play.
- ? Enter Video adjust.
- ↪️ Turn right 90 degree.
- ? Zoom In/Out.
Bluetooth Operation
BLUETOOTH OPERATION MENU
Click the phone icon to enter the Bluetooth function interface.
1. Bluetooth setting menu:
- a. Turn Bluetooth on and off. Turn on and the display loops between the gray Bluetooth icon, the white Bluetooth icon. The icon will turn blue when a phone is paired.
- b. Connect automatically.
- c. Answer automatically.
- d. PIN code: The default password is "0000" and can be changed by clicking "0000".
- e. Default Bluetooth name for this unit: BOSS AUDIO BV765B.
2. Function area:
- a. Click to see the dialing keypad. Users can dial phone numbers and make calls.
- b. Click to see the Bluetooth phonebook menu.
- c. Click to see the Bluetooth call history.
- d. Bluetooth pairing interface.
- e. Bluetooth setting menu.
BLUETOOTH DIALING
Diagram Description: A screenshot of the Bluetooth dialing keypad.
- Shows the number dialed in. Press ❌ to delete wrong numbers.
- Key area.
- Touch to call out.
BLUETOOTH CALL
Diagram Description: A screenshot of an incoming Bluetooth call showing contact name and call duration.
- Show contact name.
- Touch to select talk through phone or through Bluetooth.
- Keypad area.
- Press ? to hang up the phone call.
Bluetooth Operation (Continued)
BLUETOOTH PHONE BOOK
Diagram Description: A screenshot of the Bluetooth Phone Book displaying contact names and phone numbers.
- Touch to search for a name or phone number.
- Click to sync phonebook.
- Contact list.
BLUETOOTH PHONE CALL HISTORY
Diagram Description: A screenshot of the Bluetooth Call History showing recent calls.
- Click to sync phone call history.
- Touch to show missed calls.
- Touch to show the dialed phone number.
- Touch to show the received phone number.
BLUETOOTH MUSIC-A2DP
Diagram Description: A screenshot of Bluetooth music streaming interface showing song title, artist, and playback controls.
- Previous song.
- Play/pause.
- Next song.
- Enter EQ setting menu.
A-LINK (Screen Mirroring) Operation
A-LINK App allows users to mirror the screen of certain Android smartphones on the screen of this car DVD player. Please scan one of the QR codes to download the "A-LINK" App in Amazon App Store or Google Play Store and install it to your smartphone. Simply connect your smartphone to the USB port through the original cable of the smartphone, and the user will be able to see their favorite smartphone apps directly on the screen.
Note:
- Supports 2-way control for Android devices.
- Supports Android 8.0+ or higher; not all apps are supported.
Troubleshooting
Media displayed
Problem | Cause | Corrective Action |
---|---|---|
Loading | Disc is being read | Clean the disc |
No Disc/Bad Disc | Disc is dirty | Insert Disc in right way |
Unknown Disc Error | Disc is upside down Unsupported Disc type |
Check the disc and change Press EJECT for 5s to reset loading mechanism |
General Problems
Problem | Cause | Corrective Action |
---|---|---|
Unit will not power on | Radio fuse blown Car battery fuse blown |
Install new fuse with right rating Install new fuse with right rating |
Screen touch is insensitive | Illegal operation Place of touch screen is uncalibrated |
Press the RESET button Go to setup menu and set the calibration |
No audio output | Improper audio output connection | Check wiring and correct |
Low audio output | VOLUME 0 Heavily biased volume balance |
Turn up the volume Check and adjust the channel balance to the center position |
Poor sound quality or distortion | Speaker power rating not compatible with unit Speaker short circuit |
Connect proper speakers Check wiring |
Weak station searching | Auto antenna is not properly connected LOCAL function is activated |
Connect the auto antenna properly Turn LOCAL function OFF |
No image | Incorrect connection to parking wire | Check wiring and correct |
Flashing image or interference appears on screen | Parking brake is not engaged Improper video signal connections |
Stop vehicle in safe place and set parking brake ON Check wiring and correct |
Improper image, improper height/width radio display | Improper aspect ratio setup | Use correct aspect ratio setting |
Cannot insert Disc | Disc already inside unit | Eject the current Disc and insert the new one |
Lost of noise during play, and stop then | Disc is scratched or warped Disc is dirty or wet |
Use a new one in good condition Clean the Disc |
Contact Information
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www.bossaudio.com
805-751-4853 Customer Service
Tech Support: www.bossaudio.com/support
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