About the MTX AWMC3

Product highlights:
General Features:
- marine/powersports digital media receiver with AM/FM tuner (does not play CDs)
- built-in amplifier (20 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels)
- built-in Bluetooth for music streaming (will not make calls)
- 3" color TFT display
- fits into a standard 3" gauge opening
Audio Features:
- plays MP3/WMA/WAV files
- global AM/FM/Weather tuner
- selectable EQ
Expandability:
- compatible with SiriusXM's aftermarket satellite radio tuner (sold separately, subscription required)
- inputs: charging USB port, AUX input
- outputs: front and rear preamp outputs
- compatible with optional wired remotes
Other Features and Specs:
- designed for all-weather off-road use
- backlit LED buttons
- warranty: 1 year
- MFR # AWMC3
- Item # 236AWMC3
- California customers: Please click here for your Proposition 65 WARNING.
What's in the box:
- Digital media receiver
- Wiring harness
- Trim-ring
- Mounting plate
- Mounting bracket
- 4 Machine screws
- 4 Self-tapping screws
- Owner's Manual
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Features
All Weather Design (IP66 Rated): The MTX AWMC3 digital media receiver is designed to withstand anything you may encounter in nature along your ride - including wind, sand, rain, snow, sleet, and any other kind of bad weather you might find yourself riding in. The AWMC3 digital media receiver can be used in any environment and its large rubber buttons make it easy to operate under even the most adverse conditions.
3" Display w/ Large Buttons: The AWMC3 digital media receiver features a 3" full color TFT display with auto or manual dimming for better visibility. It also offers large backlit soft-touch buttons that are easy to use even while wearing gloves.
20W x 4Ch Amplifier: The digital media receiver features a built-in 20W (RMS)/50W (Peak) x 4Ch amplifier for connection of up to four speakers.
2V/4Ch Pre-Outs: The digital media receiver is outfitted with two sets of 2-volt pre-outs (front & rear) for adding external amplifiers for even bigger sound.
Customizable EQ: You can customize the receiver's sound through selectable EQ Presets (Classic, Jazz, Rock, Pop, Optimal, Custom). The Custom mode allows you to manually adjust the 8-band EQ (62, 125, 250, 500, 1k, 4k, 10k, 16k Hz). There is also balanced and fade control.
Bluetooth Audio Streaming: Thanks to built-in Bluetooth, you can stream stored music and music apps on your Bluetooth source device to the digital media receiver. You'll also get basic playback controls (like Play/Pause & Previous Next Track), along with song/artist info and album art display. If you have an Apple 5S and up device, you can even browse your Bluetooth music by song/artist/playlist from the receiver. Only one Bluetooth source device can be paired and connected at a time.
Note: This unit does not offer Bluetooth hands-free phone communication for answering and making phone calls.
USB MSC Playback: The unit's rear-panel USB (type-A) port allows playback of MP3 music files from a USB MSC (mass storage class) device, like a USB thumbdrive or portable digital audio player. You'll get basic playback control (Play/Pause & Previous/Next Track) and the display of song/artist info with album art on the receiver. The unit will also charge your connected portable digital audio player.
Note: The unit's USB port does not support Android devices.
iPod/iPhone Compatible: The receiver's USB port can also be used to connect your Apple iPod or iPhone with Lightning connector (not compatible with 30-pin devices). Simply use the cable that came with your Apple Lightning device or a 3rd party Apple certified Lightning-to-USB cable (sold separately). The unit supports audio playback of stored music and music apps, music navigation (song/artist/album/playlist), song/artist info with album art, and charging of your compatible Apple Lightning device.
Apple Device | Generation | Tested Version | Media Type | Control Type | Display Type | Bluetooth | Charge | |||||
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Audio | Video | Head Unit | iPod/iPhone | Album Art | Artist/Song Text | Track Info | Phone | Audio | ||||
iPhone | ||||||||||||
SE | 10.3.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | |
5/5C/5S | 10.3.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | |
6/6+/6S/6S+ | 10.3.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | |
7/7+ | 10.3.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | |
touch | ||||||||||||
5th | 9.3.5 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | |
6th | 10.3.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | |
nano | ||||||||||||
7th | 1.02 PC | Y | N | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y |
AM/FM/WB Tuner: The receiver features a built-in AM/FM tuner with manual, seek, and preset (12AM/18FM) tuning. You can choose between US or European tuning. A Local option tunes to only nearby radio stations with sufficiently strong signals for good reception. The unit is also equipped with a built-in weather band tuner. Select from weather band frequencies between 162.4 to 162.55.
SiriusXM Ready: The digital media receiver is SiriusXM-Ready and compatible with the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner (220SXV300 sold separately), so you can listen to over 140 SiriusXM channels. SiriusXM subscription required. The unit offers manual, seek, preset (up to 18), direct, and category tuning. It also provides parental control to block unsuitable content.
Aux Input: The MTX digital media receiver is fitted with a rear-panel stereo RCA AUX input to connect an external audio source.
Mounting Options: The MTX AWMC3 digital media receiver requires a 3" diameter cut-out. It can be secured into place using the included mounting plate and four screws, or using the included U-shaped bracket and two screws. The supplied trim-ring hides the mounting screws for a neat installation. Dimensions are as follows -
- Cut-Out: 3.0" (diameter) x 4.125" (depth)
- Front-Panel: 4.4375" (width) x 4.375" (height) x 1.25" (depth)
- Trim-Ring: 4.5625" (width) x 4.5625" (height) x 0.875" (depth)
Optional Polaris RZR Dash Kit: The MUDRZRDK custom-fit dash kit (236RZRDK, sold separately) is designed specifically to allow installation of the MTX AWMC3 digital media receiver in select Polaris RZR side-by-side vehicles. The MUDRZRDK fits in the space occupied by the factory pocket found in the dashboard allowing for easy installation and a stock look.
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