Aquatic AQ-MP-5UBT-H
#21
07-26-2015, 02:04 PM
#22
07-26-2015, 05:07 PM
Advanced
I'd be interested in the functionality and the readability of the display in sunlight. Also, if you have an iPhone 6 Plus, I'm DEFINITELY interested in knowing how well (if at all) it fits internally!
BTW: Dragonfly Cycle is running a special on this deck through 7/21/15- also $499 (see this FB post)
BTW: Dragonfly Cycle is running a special on this deck through 7/21/15- also $499 (see this FB post)
JIM
#23
07-26-2015, 05:08 PM
Advanced
louder
Recd. and installed mine today......
Install was a breeze, the search function did not work as described with my usb flash drive (must be a formatting issue) but it worked as described with the iPhone via Bluetooth so I'm just going to use it that way until I can figure it out, I actually prefer the bluetooth since you get album artwork on the color screen instead of a usb icon
Install was a breeze, the search function did not work as described with my usb flash drive (must be a formatting issue) but it worked as described with the iPhone via Bluetooth so I'm just going to use it that way until I can figure it out, I actually prefer the bluetooth since you get album artwork on the color screen instead of a usb icon
So do you think its louder then the Harley 160 watt under tour pak amp ?
JIM
#24
07-26-2015, 06:37 PM
Cruiser
#25
07-28-2015, 02:38 AM
Cruiser
Wonder how it would sound behind a BT 2180 with some 7.1's?????
I have beed lookin for a Differant radio also one with out a flip face they just seem to have issue's
My Sony radio's just don't seem to hold up in my bike,they just stop working,I think the Hopped up motors send more Vib's out or something
I have beed lookin for a Differant radio also one with out a flip face they just seem to have issue's
My Sony radio's just don't seem to hold up in my bike,they just stop working,I think the Hopped up motors send more Vib's out or something
Last edited by 131IRONMIKE; 07-28-2015 at 02:42 AM.
#26
08-01-2015, 02:19 PM
Got everything buttoned up last night. Radio plays as advertised. Bluetooth works very well. Connected an ipad mini from the saddlebag and sound quality was good. Can scroll through the songs on the play list. I haven't played with it enough to see if scrolling through various playlists is doable through the handlebars.
As far as tray size, Aquatic states it will take an iphone 6+. I have a Droid Maxx and it fits nicely even with the protective case. If you have a Nano or other small ipod device, the side arms for the tray do not close enough to hold them in place. I had to tyewrap the Nano in place.
Ended up with JL Audio 6.5 speakers. I didn't get the end results I had hoped for. Was looking for something that would out do the stock setup. It does, but not as much gain as I thought I would get. There is an amp in my future definitely. I don't think this unit puts out the claimed 45W @ 4 Ohm except in a perfect world.
For those asking about the screen, "fugetaboutit". Screen is completely useless with any sun hitting it. Should be able to get a good tan on the face though
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Gonna play with it some more over the weekend. Will report back. Overall, I'm happy but not ecstatic. There are still improvements to be had. Add an amp, and I think this unit would be a winner.
EDIT: I have been playing around with volumes. I discovered that the ipad via bluetooth doesn't play as loud as the radio by itself. With Bluetooth, the volume could be cranked to setting 32 before distortion started. With just the radio, I got up to only 21-23 before distortion started and it seemed much louder than the Bluetooth configuration also.
As far as tray size, Aquatic states it will take an iphone 6+. I have a Droid Maxx and it fits nicely even with the protective case. If you have a Nano or other small ipod device, the side arms for the tray do not close enough to hold them in place. I had to tyewrap the Nano in place.
Ended up with JL Audio 6.5 speakers. I didn't get the end results I had hoped for. Was looking for something that would out do the stock setup. It does, but not as much gain as I thought I would get. There is an amp in my future definitely. I don't think this unit puts out the claimed 45W @ 4 Ohm except in a perfect world.
For those asking about the screen, "fugetaboutit". Screen is completely useless with any sun hitting it. Should be able to get a good tan on the face though
.Gonna play with it some more over the weekend. Will report back. Overall, I'm happy but not ecstatic. There are still improvements to be had. Add an amp, and I think this unit would be a winner.
EDIT: I have been playing around with volumes. I discovered that the ipad via bluetooth doesn't play as loud as the radio by itself. With Bluetooth, the volume could be cranked to setting 32 before distortion started. With just the radio, I got up to only 21-23 before distortion started and it seemed much louder than the Bluetooth configuration also.
Last edited by gja; 08-01-2015 at 03:12 PM. Reason: more info
#27
08-02-2015, 06:26 AM
Advanced
loudness
Got everything buttoned up last night. Radio plays as advertised. Bluetooth works very well. Connected an ipad mini from the saddlebag and sound quality was good. Can scroll through the songs on the play list. I haven't played with it enough to see if scrolling through various playlists is doable through the handlebars.
As far as tray size, Aquatic states it will take an iphone 6+. I have a Droid Maxx and it fits nicely even with the protective case. If you have a Nano or other small ipod device, the side arms for the tray do not close enough to hold them in place. I had to tyewrap the Nano in place.
Ended up with JL Audio 6.5 speakers. I didn't get the end results I had hoped for. Was looking for something that would out do the stock setup. It does, but not as much gain as I thought I would get. There is an amp in my future definitely. I don't think this unit puts out the claimed 45W @ 4 Ohm except in a perfect world.
For those asking about the screen, "fugetaboutit". Screen is completely useless with any sun hitting it. Should be able to get a good tan on the face though.
Gonna play with it some more over the weekend. Will report back. Overall, I'm happy but not ecstatic. There are still improvements to be had. Add an amp, and I think this unit would be a winner.
EDIT: I have been playing around with volumes. I discovered that the ipad via bluetooth doesn't play as loud as the radio by itself. With Bluetooth, the volume could be cranked to setting 32 before distortion started. With just the radio, I got up to only 21-23 before distortion started and it seemed much louder than the Bluetooth configuration also.
As far as tray size, Aquatic states it will take an iphone 6+. I have a Droid Maxx and it fits nicely even with the protective case. If you have a Nano or other small ipod device, the side arms for the tray do not close enough to hold them in place. I had to tyewrap the Nano in place.
Ended up with JL Audio 6.5 speakers. I didn't get the end results I had hoped for. Was looking for something that would out do the stock setup. It does, but not as much gain as I thought I would get. There is an amp in my future definitely. I don't think this unit puts out the claimed 45W @ 4 Ohm except in a perfect world.
For those asking about the screen, "fugetaboutit". Screen is completely useless with any sun hitting it. Should be able to get a good tan on the face though
.Gonna play with it some more over the weekend. Will report back. Overall, I'm happy but not ecstatic. There are still improvements to be had. Add an amp, and I think this unit would be a winner.
EDIT: I have been playing around with volumes. I discovered that the ipad via bluetooth doesn't play as loud as the radio by itself. With Bluetooth, the volume could be cranked to setting 32 before distortion started. With just the radio, I got up to only 21-23 before distortion started and it seemed much louder than the Bluetooth configuration also.
loudness in order 1 radio 2 cd 3 aux 4 Bluetooth
JIM
Last edited by InTheWinda1; 08-02-2015 at 06:26 AM. Reason: change
#28
08-02-2015, 06:31 AM
Advanced
#29
08-04-2015, 11:22 AM
Cruiser
Has anyone tried a USB flash drive yet?
I have a 32GB drive connected to the head unit with a ton of music on it. The files themselves are in nested folders:
ARTIST\ALBUM\SONG
They will play just fine but the search function doesn't seem to work. When I press the search button, the current album that was in play shows up but none of the others. I'm guessing the problem is either related to the nested folders or something in the MP3 tag?
The song title shows up just fine, minus the album art of course. Anyone tried something similar and got this to work?
TIA,
Ken
I have a 32GB drive connected to the head unit with a ton of music on it. The files themselves are in nested folders:
ARTIST\ALBUM\SONG
They will play just fine but the search function doesn't seem to work. When I press the search button, the current album that was in play shows up but none of the others. I'm guessing the problem is either related to the nested folders or something in the MP3 tag?
The song title shows up just fine, minus the album art of course. Anyone tried something similar and got this to work?
TIA,
Ken
#30
08-07-2015, 09:06 PM
Advanced
Remove
Recd. and installed mine today......
Install was a breeze, the search function did not work as described with my usb flash drive (must be a formatting issue) but it worked as described with the iPhone via Bluetooth so I'm just going to use it that way until I can figure it out, I actually prefer the bluetooth since you get album artwork on the color screen instead of a usb icon
Install was a breeze, the search function did not work as described with my usb flash drive (must be a formatting issue) but it worked as described with the iPhone via Bluetooth so I'm just going to use it that way until I can figure it out, I actually prefer the bluetooth since you get album artwork on the color screen instead of a usb icon
Did you have to remove your chrome trim around radio , to be able to remove radio face to utilize compartment behind it ?
thanx
JIM