Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of PowerBass Xtreme Marine Media Center. You now own a product of uncompromising design and engineering from a factory that truly believes in the relentless pursuit of perfection. Incorporating the highest quality parts and state-of-the-art materials.

The Powerbass MC-100 Digital Media Center is a versatile and feature-rich device designed to meet all your entertainment needs. This device is perfect for those who love to enjoy high-quality audio and video content, offering a wide range of features that make it stand out from the competition. The Powerbass MC-100 Digital Media Center is available for an estimated price of $200 to $300 and was launched in the market in the second quarter of 2022.

At PowerBass USA, Inc. we are confident you will have many years of outstanding enjoyment from this great investment. For maximum performance we recommend that you have your new PowerBass Xtreme product installed by an Authorized PowerBass Xtreme Dealer.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Supply Requirements: DC 12 Volts, Negative Ground
Chassis Dimensions: 115mm(W) x 115mm (D) x 75mm(H)
Tone Controls
Bass (at 100 Hz): ±10 dB
Treble (at 10 kHz): ±10 dB
Output Power
- 4 x 20 watts RMS
- 4 x 40 watts MAX
Current Drain: 10 Ampere (max.)
RADIO FM
- Frequency Coverage: 87.5 to 108 MHz IF: 10.7 MHz
- Sensitivity: 4μV (S/N=30dB)
- Stereo Separation: >25dB
RADIO AM
- Frequency Coverage: 520 to 1710 kHz IF: 450 KHz
- Sensitivity: 36dBuV (S/N=20dB)

KEY FUNCTION

BAND AM/FM/Weather Button
POWER/MENU Button
MODE/BACK Button
SEEK / TRACK UP Button
SEEK / TRACK DOWN Button
VOLUME+ Button
VOLUME- Button
CLOCK Button
PLAY/PAUSE Button
LCD Display

Powerbass MC-100 Digital Media Center Opeartion

TURNING ON THE UNIT: Press the POWER/MENU button to turn on the MC-100. To turn off the MC-100, press and hold for 2 seconds and the MC-100 will power off.
SOUND AND SETTING ADJUSTMENT: Shortly press the POWER/MENU button to enter the menu as shown below BAS - TRE - BAL _ FAD _ EQ - LOUD (on/off) - BEEP (on/off) - CLOCK (12/24) - P_VOL - CT (indep/sync) - AREA (USA/EUR) In each menu press the VOL+ / VOL- button to make your selection. Press MODE/BACK button to exit the settings menu.
Loud (on/off): Turns on/off the loudness function.
Clock (12/24): Sets the time to 12 hour or 24 hour format.
P-VOL (Preset VOLUME): With this setting the MC-100 will turn on at a desired volume level. When you have adjusted the listening volume to be higher than this setting and powered off the MC-100, it will then power back up at the set P-VOL level.
CT (Clock Time)
1. CT INDEP: The clock works independently. It is not synchronized to the station’s time.
2. CT SYNC: When receiving a RDS station. The clock will be synchronized to the station’s time.
  Note: When manually setting the time. The CT setting will revert back to INDEP mode automatically.
Area (USA/EUR): Choose America or Europe region.
Clock Setting: Press and hold CLK button for 2 seconds. The “HH” will flash. Press VOL+/- button to change the hour. Next, press CLK button the “MM” will flash. Press VOL+/- button to change the minutes. Finally, press CLK button to confirm.
Note: When manually setting the time, the CT setting will revert back to INDEP mode automatically.
Reset The Unit: In AUX mode press and hold SEEK/TRACK UP button for 5 seconds to perform a reset.
Reasons for a reset include
1. Some buttons do not operate properly.
2. Error symbol shown on the display.

Note: if the RESET function is activated, memory and user settings will be lost.

RADIO OPERATION

Press MODE button to select radio mode. Then press BAND button to select desired band. Shortly press SEEK UP/DOWN button to select the desired radio station. Press and hold SEEK UP/DOWN button to advance to the desired frequency.

Auto Store Stations: : Press BAND button for 2 seconds to auto store stations to band 1~3.
Manually store station & recall preset station: Press and hold the PLAY/PAUSE button. The display will show “SAVE CH1”. Press VOL+/- button to select channel then press POWER/MENU button. The station will be saved.
Listening to Saved Radio Presets: Pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button to scroll through the presets.

USB OPERATION

When inserting a USB drive, the MC-100 will play the MP3/WMA files automatically. If a USB drive is already inserted, press the MODE button shortly until the USB mode appears on the display.

Select File / Fast Forward & Rewind: Press TRACK UP/DOWN button to skip to next/previous file. Hold TRACK UP/DOWN button to fast forward or rewind.
Play/Pause: Press button to pause or play the file.
Search Song: Press BAND button to select song search mode. DIR SCH or NUM SCH.
1. Press BAND button one time. The display will show “DIR SCH”. Press VOL+ / VOL- button to select the folder then press POWER/MENU knob on the folder. To select a song, press the VOL+ / VOL- button to select song to play.
2. Press BAND button two times. The display will show “NUM SCH” Press the VOL+ / VOL- button to enter numbers. (Enter the hundreds digit first, wait 3 seconds -> Enter the tens digit, wait 3 seconds -> Enter the units digit -> press POWER/MENU button to confirm)

iPhone / MP3 Device USB Connection of Powerbass MC-100 Digital Media Center
Connect your iPhone or similar device to the USB port of the MC-100 via a USB cable. The operation and functions are the same as the above USB operations.

BLUETOOTH OPERATION

Pairing: On your mobile phone or Bluetooth enabled device, search for Bluetooth device. “MC-100” should appear in the list, select “MC-100” and then input the password “0000” if prompted for a password. When successfully paired, the BT icon will be displayed on the LCD display.
Bluetooth Audio
- Press the MODE button to switch to BT mode.
  Note: The MC-100 will begin playing media from your phone or device automatically.
- Press PLAY/PAUSE button to pause/play songs. Press the TRACK UP/DOWN button to select the next/previous song.
Disconnect / Re-Connect Bluetooth: When your mobile phone or device is paired with the MC-100, press and hold the MODE button for 2 seconds to disconnect/re-connect the Bluetooth.

For additional operation instructions please reference the Key Function page.

Installation of Powerbass MC-100 Digital Media Center

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PIN No.	Wire Color	Wire Spec	Description
1	Green	20# AWG	LEFT REAR SPEAKER (+)
2	Green/Black	20# AWG	LEFT REAR SPEAKER (-)
3	Red	20# AWG	ACC (+12V)
4	White	20# AWG	LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (+)
5	White/Black	20# AWG	LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (-)
6	Yellow	16# AWG UL	BATTERY (+)
7	Gray	20# AWG	RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (+)
8	Gray/Black	20# AWG	RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (-)
9	Blue	20# AWG	POWER AMP REMOTE ON
10	Violet	20# AWG	RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (+)
11	Violet/Black	20# AWG	RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (-)
12	Black	16# AWG UL	GROUND

The MC-100 can only be connected to a 12V DC cathode grounding electrical system.
Do not connect the terminals of the battery until the MC-100 installation is complete.
Please make sure to connect the yellow wire directly to the positive terminal at the battery(+).
When changing the fuse, please make sure to disconnect the battery terminals.

MOUNTING

Once a suitable location has been determined, Cut out the mounting hole and secure the MC-100 using the supplied metal mounting bracket. If the bracket needs to be shortened, remove the appropriate number of breakaway segments using a pair of pliers.

The MC-100 should be installed by professional technician.
Please read the instructions and operation of equipment carefully before installing.
Make sure to connect other wires before the power connection.
To avoid short circuit, please make sure all the exposed wires are insulated.
Please secure all wires for final installation.
Please make all connections to the MC-100 according to this instruction manual. Improper connection may cause damage to your vehicle’s electrical system or the MC-100.

Description

The Powerbass MC-100 Digital Media Center is a compact and sleek device that can fit into any space. It comes with a built-in 2.4" color TFT display, making it easy to navigate through menus and settings. The device supports various audio and video formats, including MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, MKV, MP4, and AVI, among others. It also features a built-in FM tuner, allowing you to listen to your favorite radio stations.

The Powerbass MC-100 Digital Media Center also comes with a built-in rechargeable battery, providing up to 8 hours of playtime. It also features a USB port, allowing you to connect external devices such as flash drives or hard drives. The device also supports Bluetooth connectivity, enabling you to connect your smartphone, tablet, or other Bluetooth-enabled devices to stream music and audio wirelessly.

Powerbass MC-100 Digital Media Center Troubleshooting

If you experience any issues with your Powerbass MC-100 Digital Media Center, here are some common problems and solutions to help you:

The device won't turn on: Ensure that the device is charged. If it is, try resetting the device by holding down the power button for a few seconds.
The sound is distorted or low: Check the volume settings and ensure that the audio cable is properly connected. If the issue persists, try resetting the device.
The device won't connect to Bluetooth: Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on your device and that the Powerbass MC-100 Digital Media Center is in pairing mode. If the issue persists, try resetting the device or checking for any software updates.

Before going through the checklist, check wiring connection. If any of the problems persist after checklist has been made, consult your nearest service dealer.

Symptom	Cause	Solution
No power	The car ignition switch is not on.	If the power supplyis connected to the car accessory circuits, but the engineis not moving,switch the ignition key to “ACC”.
No power	The fuse blown.	Replace the fuse.
No sound	Volume is in minimum	Adjust volume to a desired level.
No sound	Wiring is not properly connected.	Check wiring connection.
The operation keys do not work	The built-in microcomputer is not operating properly due to noise.	Press the reset button.
The radio does not work. The radio station automatic selection does not work	The antenna cable isnot connected.	Insert the antenna cable firmly.
	The signals are too weak.	Select a station manually.

WARRANTY POLICY

PowerBass Xtreme Electronics are to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year.

This warranty applies only to PowerBass products sold to consumers by Authorized PowerBass Dealers in the United States of America. Products purchased by consumers from a PowerBass dealer in another country are covered only by that country’s Distributor and not by PowerBass USA.
This warranty covers only the original purchaser of PowerBass product. In order to receive service, the purchaser must provide PowerBass with the receipt stating the consumer name, dealer, product and date of purchase.
Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced (with a product deemed to be equivalent) at PowerBass’s discretion and will not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. PowerBass will not warranty this product under the following situations:

Amplifiers received with apparent rust or corrosion
Any evidence of liquid damage or exposure to excessive heat
Attempted repairs or alterations of any nature

Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and merchantability are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty set forth above. Some states do not allow limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No person is authorized to assume for PowerBass any other liability in connection with the sale of this product.

Customer Reviews Powerbass MC-100 Digital Media Center

Customers love the Powerbass MC-100 Digital Media Center for its compact size, sleek design, and wide range of features. The device has received high praise for its high-quality audio and video playback, easy-to-use interface, and long battery life. However, some customers have reported issues with the device's Bluetooth connectivity and have expressed a desire for a longer battery life.

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