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Boss 506CA

In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA Car Stereo Receiver w/ Front Auxiliary Input, Detachable Faceplate & RCA Outputs

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• Single-Line Text Display
• 40W x 4 Chan. Max, 12W x 4 Chan. RMS
• 1 Set of 2V Preamp Outputs
• 2-Band Parametric Equalizer
• 1-bit Digital Analog Converter
• Front Auxiliary Input
• Blue Button Lighting

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Product Highlights


• Single-Line Text Display
• 40W x 4 Chan. Max, 12W x 4 Chan. RMS
• 1 Set of 2V Preamp Outputs
• 2-Band Parametric Equalizer
• 1-bit Digital Analog Converter
• Front Auxiliary Input
• Blue Button Lighting

Description


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General Features:

  • In-Dash AM/FM, CD, MP3 Receiver
  • Single-line Active Black Mask text display
  • Blue illuminated button lighting
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 40 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 12 watts x 4 channels
  • Theft-deterrent, detachable face plate
  • CD text information display
  • Digital 12/24 hour clock display
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • Playback of CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3 and WMA
  • AM/FM tuner with 18FM/12AM presets
  • Electronic Shock Protection (ESP) with 8x oversampling
  • 2-band parametric equalizer with preset tone curves
  • Balance and Fader adjustment with Loudness and Mute functions
  • 1-bit Digital Analog Converter (DAC) to enhance your MP3/WMA playback

Expandability Options:

  • 1 Set of 2V preamp outputs
  • Front Auxiliary Input: 3.5mm headphone jack allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players
Also Found As: 506-CA, 506 CA

Product history:

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(previous model, replaced by Boss 619UAB)

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Specifications & Details


In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver Size
Single DIN
Anti-Theft Security
Detachable Faceplate
Wireless Remote
No
Peak Power Output
40 watts x 4 channel
RMS Power Output
12 watts x 4 channel
Preamp RCA Outputs
1 Set (2-channel)
Dedicated Subwoofer Preamp RCA Output
No
Preamp Voltage
2 volts
Built-In Equalizer
2-band parametric equalizer
Display Type
LCD Text Display
Expandability Features
Inputs
Auxiliary (Front)
Auxiliary (Rear)
Steering Wheel Control Compatible
No
Tuner
AM/FM Tuner
Yes
FM Presets
18
AM Presets
12
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

506CA

Weight:

4.00lbs

Internal SKU:

506ca

Internal Product ID:

61426

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