About the MB Quart GMR-3
Round rockin'
Round rockin'
MB Quart's GMR-3 marine digital media receiver isn't big (it fits in a standard gauge opening), but it gives you big-time performance and tons of connectivity options. This rugged multimedia receiver packs a ton of features into a compact design that's made for the outdoors. Built-in Bluetooth makes music streaming easy and awesome.
Apple® control and more
You can tune in to AM/FM radio, of course, but the big deal is built-in Bluetooth® that lets you stream music from your smartphone or other Bluetooth-enabled device. The GMR-3 is Apple-ready too, so you can access the iTunes collection on your iPhone®, iPod®, or iPad®. You can also use the rear aux input for your music player, or plug a thumb drive into the rear USB port to enjoy your favorite music.
Expand your system
The GMR-3 also includes a pair of rear-mounted preamp outputs, making it easier to add on an MB Quart marine amp. The LED display gives you the info you need, while the watertight, UV-resistant face and big, easy-to-use buttons will stand up to the rigors of marine use. The carbon fiber-look face will bring some extra style to your boat, too. You can also add up to two MB Quart wired marine remotes and control your music from anywhere.
Bluetooth note: Use of this receiver's Bluetooth features will depend upon your phone's Bluetooth capabilities. Learn more in our article explaining Bluetooth profiles.
iPod/smartphone note: If you're going to use your iPod or smartphone with this receiver, be sure to check "Details" for compatibility information.
Product highlights:
- AM/FM marine digital media receiver (does not play CDs)
- built-in amp (20 watts x 4 RMS/40 peak x 4 channels)
- built-in Bluetooth® for music streaming
- marine-rated watertight face
- large, easy-to-use buttons
- backlit LCD display
- inputs: rear USB input, rear aux input
- outputs: 2-channel preamp outputs
- fits into a standard tachometer opening
- large, backlit control buttons
- waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof
- required cutout: 3" (diameter) x 3-3/4" (depth)
- works with MB Quart wired remotes (sold separately)
- warranty: 1 year
- Our 60-day money-back guarantee
- MFR # GMR-3
What's in the box:
- Marine digital media receiver
- Wiring harness
- Mounting bracket
- 2 Screws
- 2 Nuts
- 2 Lock-washers
- Operators Guide
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Features & specs
| Expandability | ||
|---|---|---|
| AUX Input | RCA (rear) | |
| Audio/video Input | --- | |
| USB Input | Rear | |
| USB Port Power | 0.5A | |
| Backup Camera Input | No | |
| Second Camera Input | No | |
| CarPlay | No | |
| Android Auto | No | |
| Siri Control | No | |
| Alexa Voice Control | N | |
| Android Control | Yes | |
| Memory Card Slot | USB memory | |
| Bluetooth Compatible | Built-in | |
| Satellite Radio Ready | No | |
| HD Radio | No | |
| Navigation | --- | |
| iPod Compatibility | ||
| Full size | Classic | |
| Nano | 5Gen and newer | |
| Touch | 3Gen and newer | |
| iPhone | 3GS and newer | |
| General | ||
| RMS Power (CTA-2006) | N/A | |
| RMS Power (Manufacturer) | 20 watts | |
| Peak Output | 40 watts | |
| RMS Power Bandwidth | Not givenHz | |
| Preamp Outputs | 4-channel | |
| Sub Preamp Outputs | No | |
| Switchable Rear Preamp Outputs | No | |
| Video Screen | No | |
| Navigation App Compatible (iOS) | ||
| Navigation App Compatible (Android) | ||
| Preamp Voltage | 4 volts | |
| Screen Size | 0 | |
| Screen Type | N/A | |
| Display Color | Bluish white | |
| Key Button Color | Bluish white | |
| EQ Bands | None | |
| Wireless Remote | No | |
| Steering Wheel Control Compatible | No | |
| Parts Warranty | 1 Year | |
| Labor Warranty | 1 Year | |
| Tuner | ||
| FM Sensitivity | --- | |
| European Tuning | Yes | |
| Seek/Scan | Seek | |
| Radio Data System | No | |
| File Playback | ||
| Music File Playback | MP3 | |
| High-res Playback | N | |
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Features
Marine Grade Protection: The MB Quart Nautic GMR-3 meets or exceeds the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) marine electronics standards and the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). It has been designed and tested against the elements and built to handle the outdoors. Its waterproof, dust proof, snow proof, and shock proof.
Splash Proof LCD & Large Buttons: The marine source unit's splash proof LCD features a bluish white backlight. The front-panel LCD indicates Source input, AM/FM station, and Volume level (it does not display song/artist information). Large waterproof buttons provide Play/Pause, Tracks Forward/Back, Volume Up/Down and Power On/Off functions. Their size and space also makes them easy to operate with gloves on.
Audio Section: The marine source unit is equipped with a 20W (RMS)/40W (Peak) x 4ch amplifier. The marine source unit is also fitted with two pair of 4V RCA outputs to connect an external amplifier or powered subwoofer. The GMR-3 offers 5 preset EQ modes - Flat, Classic, Pop, Rock, or Off. The source unit also offers independent Bass & Treble control; plus Balance & Fade adjustment. When listening to music at low volume levels, the Loudness feature will boost the bass & treble response. Every time a button is pressed the unit output a beep tone (this can be turned off).
AM/FM Tuner: The MB Quart Nautic GMR-3 features a built-in AM/FM tuner with manual & seek tuning. You can select either US or European tuning. The unit does not offer preset tuning.
Bluetooth Audio Streaming: The MB Quart Nautic GMR-3 supports wireless audio playback (AD2P) and control (AVRCP) of a Bluetooth-enabled device. The GMR-3 supports playback of stored music and music apps on your Bluetooth device. The unit will be able to control basic playback functions, such as Play/Pause & Skip Next/Previous. Advanced music control of your music apps will still need be done via your Bluetooth-enabled smartphone. The unit offers quick and easy wireless connection to your Bluetooth enabled device. When the unit powers up, it immediately connects to the last device connected.
Note: This unit does not display song/artist information. This unit does not support Bluetooth hands-free communication for making and answering phone calls.
USB Port: The MB Quart Nautic GMR-3 is equipped with a rear-panel USB (type-A) port attached to the chassis by a 7" pigtail and comes with a 40" USB extension cable. The USB port allows you to connect a USB MSC (mass storage class) device, like a USB thumbdrive or portable digital audio player. The unit supports audio playback & control of MP3 audio files stored on a compatible USB thumbdrive or MSC device. The unit offers Play/Pause & Previous/Next Track playback functions. This unit does not display song/artist information. The unit also charges your connected USB device (up to 0.5A).
Note: The unit's USB port does not support Android smartphones or tablets.
iPhone Direct Connect: The unit's rear-panel USB port can be used to connect your Lightning-connector or 30-pin dock connector iPod/iPhone with the cable that came with your Apple device. The GMR-3 supports audio playback, basic control (Play/Pause & Previous Next Track), and charging of your compatible Apple device. You will continue to use your iPod/iPhone for advanced music browsing and to view song/artist information. The GMR-3 is "Made for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone model features (as of 4/25/2019:
| Apple Device | Generation | Tested Version | Media Type | Control Type | Display Type | Bluetooth | Charge | ||||
| Audio | Video | Head Unit | iPod/iPhone | Artist/Song Text | Track Info | Phone | Audio | ||||
| iPhone | |||||||||||
| 3GS | 6.1.6 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| 4 | 7.1.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| 4S | 9.3.5 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| 5/5C | 10.3.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| 5S/SE | 12.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| 6+/6/6S/6S+ | 12.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| 7/7+/8/8+ | 12.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| XS-Max/XS/XR/X | 12.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| touch | |||||||||||
| 3rd | 5.1.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| 4th | 6.1.6 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| 5th | 9.3.5 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| 6th | 12.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| nano | |||||||||||
| 5th | 1.0.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | Y | |
| 6th | 1.2 PC | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | Y | |
| 7th | 1.02PC | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y | Y | |
| classic | 80GB | 1.1.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | Y |
| 120GB | 2.0.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | Y | |
| 160GB | 2.0.4 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | Y | |
Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset the unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is available.
Aux Input: This unit features a rear mounted, stereo RCA auxiliary input on a 5" pigtail so you can connect an external audio source. An RCA-to-Minijack cable (sold separately) will be required for the connection of a portable audio player with a headphone jack output.
Optional Wired Remote: The Nautic GMR-3 supports MB Quart's GMRWREM marine wired remote control (049GMRWREM, sold separately). The MB Quart Nautic GMRWREM comes with a 19.5' DIN-cable to connect the wired remote to the GMR-3 source unit. Up to two GMRWREM wired remotes can be used to control one GMR-3 source unit.
Mounting Options: The marine source unit requires a round cutout in the bulkhead or dash for inserting the chassis. The integrated protective gasket, supplied U-bracket, and included hardware secure the unit in place against the mounting surface.
- Chassis: 2.9375" (diameter) x 2.875" (depth)
- Face-Plate: 4.125" (diameter x 0.875" (depth)
- Cutout: 3.0" (diameter) x 3.25" (depth)
Note: The GMR-3 features a round design and does not include a mounting sleeve or ISO-mount screw holes to accommodate standard automotive installation.
The MB Quart GMR-3 replaces these items
- built-in Bluetooth® for music streaming
- inputs: rear USB input, rear aux input
- fits into a standard tachometer opening
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Works great. Has an annoying beeping sound every time you push a button but after reading the manual you can turn that off. Works perfect in the RZR! Didn't have enough power for the MB Quart 8 inch tower speakers but the RCA inputs allowed me to use an amplifier. Sounds great!
Dustin from Tucson, AZ