Boss Audio Systems 640UI User Manual

CONTENTS LIST

PAGE CONTENTS

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2 NOTE OF DISCS

3 ACCESSORY INCLUDED

4 INSTALLATION

6 DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL

7 WIRING DIAGRAM

8 PANEL OPEN/CLOSE OPERATION

9 CONTROL PANEL FUNCTION

10 BASIC OPERATIONS

11 MENU OPERATION

12 AUDIO OPERATION

14 TUNER OPERATION

15 RDS OPERATION

16 CD /MP3/WMA OPERATION

20 USB OPERATION

21 MEMORY CARD OPERATION

22 RECORDING OPERATION

25 MUSIC FILES TRANSFERRING

27 MUSIC FILES ERASING

29 FILES MANAGER

30 iPod OPERATION

32 REMOTE FUNCTION

33 SPECIFICATIONS

34 TROUBLE SHOOTING

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1. NOTE OF DISCS

MOISTURE CONDENSATION

NOTES ON CDs

P. 5

P. 6

P. 7

NOTES ON DISCS

There are paste residue.
Ink is sticky (P.5).

Stickers that are beginning
to peel away, leaving a
sticky residue (P.6).

Labels are attached (P.7).

On a rainy day or in a very damp area, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the unit.
Should this occur, the unit will not operate properly. In such a case, remove the disc and wait for
about an hour until the moisture has evaporated.

If you use the discs explained below, the
sticky residue can cause the CD to stop
spinning and may cause malfunction or ruin
your discs.

Do not use second-hand or rental CDs that
have a sticky residue on the surface (for
example, from peeled-off stickers or from
ink, or glue leaking from under the stickers).

Do not use rental CDs with old labels that
are beginning to peel off.

Do not use your CDs with labels or stickers
attached.

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Do Not Use Special Shape CDs

Be sure to use round shape CDs only for
this unit and do not use any special shape
CDs. Use of special shape CDs may cause
the unit to malfunction.(P.8).

Be sure to use CDs with disc mark

Only for this unit.

RECORDABLE

REWRITABLE

P. 8

CD-Rs and CD-RWs which have not
undergone finalization processing cannot
be played. (For more information on
finalization processing, refer to the manual
for your CD-R/CD-RW writing software or
CD-R/CD-RW recorder.) Additionally,
depending on the recording status, it may
prove impossible to play certain CDs
record on CD-R or CD-RW.

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5.

A dirty or defective disc may cause sound
dropouts while playing. To enjoy optimum
sound, handle the disc as follows.
Handle the disc by its edge. To keep the
disc clean, do not touch the surface (P.1).

Do not stick paper or tape on the disc (P.2).

Before playing, clean the discs with an
optional cleaning cloth. Wipe each disc from
the centre out (P.4).

Do not use solvents such as benzene,
thinner,commercially available cleaners, or
antistatic spray intended for analog discs.

Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air-ducts, or leave
them in a car parked in direct sunlight where
there can be a considerable rise in
temperature inside the car (P.3).

2. ACCES SORY INCLUDED

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When first unpacking your new full detachable DVD head unit, please check first that the package
contains all of the items below. If something is missing, contact the store where you purchased
the player.

Remote control

Lithium Battery

3V

+

2

2

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5

C

Half Sheeve

Insert Key

1. Dashboard

2. Nut (5mm)

3. Spring washer

4. Screw (4X12mm)

5. Screw

6. Support Strap

7. Plain washer

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3. INSTALLATION

Before finally installing the unit, connect the wiring temporarily and make sure it is all
connected up properly and the unit and system work properly.
Use only the parts included with the unit to ensure proper installation. The use of
unauthorized parts can cause malfunctions.
Consult with your nearest dealer if installation requires the drilling of holes or other
modifications of the vehicle.
Install the unit where it does not get in the driver's way and cannot injure the passenger if
there is a sudden stop, like an emergency stop.
If installation angle exceeds 30° from horizontal, the unit might not give its optimum
performance.

DIN FRONT/REAR-MOUNT

This unit can be property installed either from “Front” (conventional DIN Front-mount) or “Rear”
(DIN Rear-mount installation, utilizing threaded screw holes at the sides of the unit chassis).
For details, refer to the following illustrated installation methods A and B.

DIN FRONT-MOUNT (Method A)

Installation the unit

1. Dashboard

2. Holder
After inserting the half sleeve into the
dashboard, select the appropriate tab
according to the thickness of the
dashboard material and bend them
inwards to secure the holder in place.

3. Screw

1

7

4

2

3

5

6

1. Dashboard

2. Nut (5mm)

3. Spring washer

4. Screw (4x12mm)

5. Screw

6. Support Strap

Be sure to use the support strap to secure

the back of the unit in place. The strap can
be bent by hand to the desired angle.

7. Plain washer

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2

3

Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperature, such as from direct
sunlight, or from hot air, from heater, or where it would be subject to dust dirt or excessive
vibration.
Be sure to remove the front panel before installing the unit.

DIN REAR-MOUNT (METHOD B)

Installation using the screw holes on the sides of the unit.
Fastening the unit to the factory radio mounting bracket.

1. Select a position where the screw
holes of the bracket and the screw
holes of the main unit become
aligned (are fitted) and tighten the
screws at 2 places on each side.

2. Screw

3. Factory radio mounting bracket.

4. Dashboard or Console

5. Hook (Remove this part)

Note: the mounting box, outer trim ring,
and half-sleeve are not used for method
B installation.

a. Frame
b. Insert fingers into the groove in the

front of frame and pull out to remove
the frame. (When re-attaching the
frame, point the side with a groove
down wards and attach it.)

c. Insert the levers supplied with the unit

into the grooves at both sides of the
unit as shown in figure until they
click. Pulling the levers makes it
possible to remove the unit from the
dashboard.

Trim Plate Installation:

Push the trim plate against the chassis until it is fitted.
You must do this before you install the front panel, otherwise it can't be attached.

Removing the unit

a

b

c

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4. DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL (D.C.P.)

Removing The Detachable Control Panel (D.C.P.).

1. Turn the power off

2. Press the D.C.P. release button

3. Remove the D.C.P.

PANEL RELEASE
BUTTON

B

A

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Attaching the DCP

CAUTION

1. Attach the panel at the right side first, with point B
on the main unit touching point A on the D.C.P. (As
shown on the diagram).

2. Then press the left side of D.C.P. onto the main unit
until a “click” sound is heard.

DO NOT insert the D.C.P from the left side. Doing so may damage it.
The D.C.P can easily be damaged by shocks. After removing it, place it in a protective case and be careful not
to drop it or subject it to strong shocks.
When the release button is pressed and the D.C.P is unlocked, the car's vibrations may cause it to fall. To
prevent damage to the D.C.P, always store it in a protective case after detaching it.
The rear connector that connects the main unit and the D.C.P is an extremely important part. Be careful not to
damage it by pressing on it with fingernails, pens, screwdrivers, etc.

Note:

If the D.C.P is dirty, wipe off the dirt with soft, dry
cloth only. And use a cotton swab soaked in
isopropyl alcohol to clean the socket on the back
of the D.C.P.

Socket

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RESETTING THE UNIT:

After releasing the front panel, use a pencil or any non-metalic object to press & hold the
reset button for five seconds to reset the unit.

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5. WIRING DIAGRAM (20 PIN + ISO PLUG)

FUSE

L-CH

R-CH

L-CH

R-CH

(See Figure 2)

ISO

CONNECTOR

20-PIN

AUDIO/POWER

HARNESS

(See Figure 1)

PIN(B8) GREEN/BLACK

PIN(B1) VIOLET

PIN(B4) GREY/BLACK

PIN(B2) VIOLET/BLACK

PIN(B3) GREY

PIN(A4) YELLOW

PIN(A7) RED

PIN(A5) BLUE

PIN(A8) BLACK

PIN(B7) GREEN

PIN(B6) WHITE/BLACK

PIN(B5) WHITE

ISO CONNECTOR 4PIN+8PIN

FEMALE WITH MALE TERMINAL

11 22

33 44

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55 66

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55

33

11

88

66

44

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Figure 2

CONNECTOR B

CONNECTOR A

FUNCTION/LABEL

LEFT REAR SPEAKER (+)

LEFT REAR SPEAKER (-)

RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (+)

RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (-)

RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (+)

LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (+)

LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (-)

RIGHT REAR PRE-AMP LINE OUT

REAR PRE-AMP LINE OUT COMMON

RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (-)

LEFT REAR PRE-AMP LINE OUT

FRONT PRE-AMP LINE OUT COMMON

RIGHT FRONT PRE-AMP LINE OUT

LEFT FRONT PRE-AMP LINE OUT

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RED

17

WHITE

16

BLACK

15

YELLOW

20

WHITE

19

BLACK

14

BLUE

CHASSIS GROUND

CONSTANT 12 VOLTS (+)

POWER ANTENNA

1

GREY/BLACK

7

GREEN/BLACK

4

VIOLET/BLACK

12

WHITE/BLACK

8

RED

6

GREEN

2

GREY

3

VIOLET

11

WHITE

10

RED

9

BLACK

5

13

IGNITION(ACC)

WIRE COLOR

PIN

RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (-)

B2

VIOLET/BLACK

GREEN/BLACK

GREY/BLACK

WHITE/BLACK

GREEN

GREY

WHITE

B3

B4

B5

B6

B7

B8

LEFT REAR SPEAKER (-)

RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (-)

LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (-)

LEFT REAR SPEAKER (+)

LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (+)

RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (+)

ISO CONNECTOR WIRING CHART

WIRE COLOR

RED

YELLOW

BLACK

VIOLET

PIN

A4

A5

A7

A8

B1

FUNCTION/LABEL

POWER ANTENNA

RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (+)

IGNITION(ACC)

CONSTANT 12 VOLTS (+)

GROUND

BLUE

R-CHR-CH

L-CHL-CH

RED

WHITE

YELLOW

AUX LINE IN

ANTENNA

JACK

ANTENNA

EXTENDER

CABLE

SUB WOOFER

RCA-TO-RCA CABLES

(not supplied)

WHITE

BLUE

SUB

WOOFER

AMP

RCA-TO-RCA CABLES

(not supplied)

GREY

REAR LINE OUT

BLACK

FRONT LINE OUT

WHITE

RED

WHITE

RED

iPod

iPod ready cable

WHITE

6. PANEL OPEN/CLOSE OPERATION

This unit is equipped with the most advanced full logic motorized slide down system. You can
enjoy this advance technology with just a single press of the “OPEN” button Please read
carefully the following operation instruction before operating the unit.

OPEN / CLOSE THE PANEL:

Press the Open button to slide down (open) a closed panel or to slide up (close) an opened
panel.

LOADING A CD

When the panel is in the slide down position, the disc slot becomes accessible.
Insert a CD through the disc slot, the CD will be automatically loaded and the panel will also
close automatically & playback will begin.
If no CD is inserted, press Open button again to slide up(close) the panel.

EJECTING A CD

Press Open button to slide down the panel, if a CD is loaded, it will be ejected automatically. No
further key press is needed.
If the ejected CD is not being removed, after 10 seconds it will be reloaded automatically. And
the panel will automatically slide up after disc has been reloaded.

Warning : If the ejected disc remains in the slot, the Open button will not function, so closing the
panel by using Open button is prevented unless the disc is removed or reloaded.

CAUTION:

A) Please always use the “OPEN” button to slide up/ down the front panel. Please never try to

slide up or down the front panel manually, this will cause serious & permanent damage to

the slide down mechanism, and this will void the warranty.

B) Please do not try to detach / remove the front panel ( by pressing the detach button ) or

attach the front panel when the panel is in the slide down position. This may cause serious &
permanent damage to the unit & panel. Only attach or detach the front panel when the panel
is in the slide up position.

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7. CONTROL PANEL FUNCTION(RDS+iPod)

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iPod

KEY

SYSTEM TUNER CD/MP3 /WMA

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OPERATIONS:

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Pre ss

Lon g
Pre ss

Pan el Open & C lose

Pow er

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Pan el rele ase but ton

Aud io Menu Ent er

Mod e

Enc oder Vol ume

Band

Fil e/Fol der

Sea rch

Sub- W AF

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Rec ord

Copy

ix- Bass

PS AS

ID3

iPo d

Sea rch

M1

M2

M3

M4

M5

M6

Mem ory 1

Mem ory 2

Mem ory 3

Mem ory 4

Mem ory 5

Mem ory 6

Pau se

/Pl ay

Pau se

/Pl ay

Int ro

Fol der

Int ro

Rep eat

Fol der
Rep eat

Rep eat

Alb um

Rep eat

Ran dom

Fol der

Rando m

Shu ffle

Alb um

Shu ffle

Fol der

Dow n

Fol der

Up

Dis play

Men u

See k Up

Trac k/Fil e
Up

Fas t

For ward

Tune U p

See k

Down

Tune

Dow n

Trac k/Fil e

Dow n

Fas t

Bac kward

USB Cover / Socket

Fil e

Era se

Ent er

Fas t

For ward

Fas t

Bac kward

Fil e Up

Fil e Down

iPod
inf ormati on

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5) MODE BUTTON (SOURCE)

Press MODE button to select a different mode of operation as indicated on the display panel.
Available modes include Tuner, CDP, USB Host, SD/MMC , iPod and Aux Line In .

Press this button to remove the control panel.

8. BASIC OPERATIONS

3) PANEL RELEASE BUTTON ( )

1) POWER ON/OFF BUTTON ( POWER )

Press POWER button or any other button on the front of the radio (except Open/Eject) to turn
the unit on. Press POWER button again to turn the unit off.

22) MUTE BUTTON (MUTE)

Press the mute button momentarily to mute the audio volume, and "Mute" will flash in the
display. Press the mute button again to restore volume to the previous setting.

6) ENCODER VOLUME BUTTON

To increase the volume, rotate the volume control decrease the volume, rotate
the volume control counter clockwise. When volume is adjusted, the volume level will be
shown on the display panel as a number ranging from 0 (lowest) to 46 (highest).

clockwise. To

AUX INPUT

Connect the external signal to the RCA line in jack located at the rear of the en press
Mode button to select Aux mode. Press Mode Button again to cancel Aux Mode and return to
previous mode.

unit, th

18) DISPLAY ( ) DISPLAY

Press DISPLAY/MENU momentarily to navigate through the following Display , and back to
the default display. The selected display mode will appear in the LCD when the unit is
turned on.

Default Display

EQ Animation

8) SUB-WOOFER (SUB-W)

Long press the SUB-W button to activate the Subwoofer function On, and “Subwoofer” will
appear on the LCD display for 3 seconds. press the SUB-W button again to turn off the
Subwoofer function.

Please refer to the related description in “Audio Operation of Subwoofer”
for details operation of the Subwoofer control !

The Subwoofer Level and Low Pass Filter control will only appear in the Audio Menu
only if the Subwoofer function is currently activated 'On”.

10) iX-BASS BUTTON (iX-Bass )

Long press the iX-Bass button to turn on the function, and “iX-Bass” will appear in the
LCD display for 3 seconds. Press the iX-Bass button again to turn off the function.

iX-Bass

iX-Bass

Please refer to the related description in “Audio Operation of iX-Bass” for details operation
of iX-Bass control !

The Boost Level control will only appear in the Audio Menu only if the iX-Bass
function is currently activated 'On”.

iX-Bass