Dual MGH17BT

Marine Features
Variety Of Sources
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Marine Features

Marine Certified: The Dual MGH17BT marine receiver is specifically designed and built to last in harsh marine environments and is ASTM B117 and ASTM D4329 compliant.

• IP66 Waterproof: Designed to meet IP66 waterproof standards, the receiver will not fail or allow water seepage when exposed to heavy splashing or rain.
• Conformal Coating: A transparent protective film is applied to surfaces of all interior printed circuit boards. This additional layer of defense guards against dust, condensation, and corrosion; ensuring maximum longevity in demanding marine installations.
• UV Resistant Construction: The faceplate and other exposed elements of the receiver are carefully injection-molded using high-temperature ultra-violet resistant resins, preventing them from breaking down in the sun and give you peace of mind to enjoy your music on the water.

LCD Screen: The Dual MGH17BT features a front-panel, 10-character LCD screen with a bluish white backlight.

Gauge Hole Installation: The Dual MGH17BT is designed to perfectly fit in your boat's console gauge opening or requires a round cutout in the bulkhead for inserting the chassis. The integrated protective gasket, supplied U-bracket, and included hardware secure the unit in place against the mounting surface.

• Cutout Dimensions: 3.015" (diameter) x 4.395" (depth)
• Front-Panel Dimensions: 4.065" (diameter) x 0.865" (depth)

Note: The receiver is round and does not include a mounting sleeve or ISO-mount screw holes to accommodate standard automotive installation.

Zero Current Draw: This receiver has a zero current draw, with memory backup to save your boat's battery while still backing up your presets and keeping time.

Remote Control: The Dual MGH17BT comes with an IR remote and features a 3.5mm wired remote input.

• Remote Control: The Dual marine receiver comes supplied with an 17-button IR wireless remote control which provides complete control of the Dual marine receiver.
• Wired Remote Input: The MGH17BT is outfitted with a 3.5mm wired remote input for connecting Dual's MRF40 RF remote receiver and controller (sold separately).

Variety Of Sources

Bluetooth Audio Streaming: The Dual MGH17BT features built-in Bluetooth version 2.1 with support for Bluetooth audio streaming (A2DP) and music control (AVRCP). The MGH17BT allows you to play back stored music and streamed music from your Bluetooth enabled smartphone, tablet, or personal music player using a Bluetooth connection. You can control (Play/Pause/Skip) the music stored on your Bluetooth audio player from the MGH17BT. Advanced music navigation and song/artist/album information is still done from your Bluetooth source device. The unit can only be paired and connected to one device at a time.

Note: This unit does not support Bluetooth hands-free communication for making and answering phone calls.

USB Input: The Dual marine receiver is equipped with a rear-panel USB (type-A) which enables connection of a portable USB mass-storage class (MSC) device, such as a USB thumbdrive. The head unit supports playback of MP3 music files stored on a compatible USB mass storage device. You can operate File/Folder Search, Play/Pause, Previous/Next Track, Random/Repeat, and Intro (10-sec) functions from the head unit's front-panel controls. The unit will also display song/artist information (no album art). The unit's USB port will also charge (max. 5V/1A) a USB devices during connection.

Note: The USB port does not support Apple iOS devices, Android OS devices, USB-hubs, or USB card-readers.

AM/FM Tuner: The Dual marine head unit features a built-in AM/FM tuner with manual, seek, and preset tuning. You can store up to 18 FM station presets and 12 AM station presets. You can choose between USA or European tuning.

Weatherband Tuner: The MGH17BT is equipped with a built-in Weatherband tuner. Use the weatherband tuner to stay one steop ahead of storms while out on the water.

Aux Input: The marine receiver features a rear-panel stereo RCA auxiliary input for connecting an external marine audio device.

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MOSFET Amplifier: The Dual marine receiver is equipped with a MOSFET amplifier. Compared to conventional power supplies, the MOSFET amplification circuit is smaller and more efficient, and it delivers increased power with less distortion and absolutely zero on/off switching noise. More power means louder and cleaner music at higher volumes because you're not pushing the limits of the amplification circuit. The power output specs for the head unit are as follows:

• CTA2006 Specs: 16 watts RMS x 4 channels (at 4 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, 1% THD-N)
• Maximum Power Output: 60 watts x 4 channels (240 watts total)

Note: The power specifications for this head unit are compliant with the CTA2006 Mobile Amplifier Power Testing and Measurement standards from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). These standards were developed as a way to equitably compare power specs from model to model and between manufacturers.

2V/2Ch Preamp Outputs: The MGH17BT features a pair of 2-volt preamp outputs to connect an external amplifier. The preamp outputs fade with the front speaker outputs and cannot be set to non-fading.

Equalizer: The receiver features the following preset EQ curves (Rock, Beat, Classic, Pop, Jazz, & Off) to customize your music listening. The Off mode lets you manually adjust Bass & Treble to your preference.

Loudness: Activating the Loudness feature will enhance the bass and treble frequencies when listening to music at low volumes.

Programmable Turn-On Volume: You can program the unit to always turn on at a specific volume level (1-30).

Beep Confirmation: Each time a button is pressed on the unit's front-panel a beep confirmation will be heard through your connected speakers. This feature can be turned or off.