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JL Audio MBT-RX Marine-rated Bluetooth® adapter

Item # 13691126

JL Audio's MBT-RX adapter is the simplest way to add Bluetooth audio streaming capability to almost any stereo system.

JL Audio's MBT-RX adapter is the simplest way to add Bluetooth audio streaming capability to almost any stereo system.

Item # 13691126

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C$74.95

About the JL Audio MBT-RX

Jon Paul

Bluetooth® for the great outdoors

JL Audio's MBT-RX adapter is the simplest way to add Bluetooth audio streaming capability to almost any stereo system. Compact, tough, and weatherproof, it's ideal for boats, motorcycles, ATVs, golf carts, and more.

Bluetooth® for the great outdoors

JL Audio's MBT-RX adapter is the simplest way to add Bluetooth audio streaming capability to almost any stereo system. Compact, tough, and weatherproof, it's ideal for boats, motorcycles, ATVs, golf carts, and more.

Once you install this adapter, you'll be able to control audio directly from your Bluetooth device. Pairing is quick and easy, and after that initial pairing, the MBT-RX will automatically reconnect to your smartphone. It connects to any amplifier with line-level inputs or to any source unit with an auxiliary input, so it works with a wide variety of systems. A 5' RCA cable is included.

With a 35-foot operating range, this water-resistant adapter will add the convenience of Bluetooth audio streaming to your boat or powersports vehicle without a lot of muss or fuss.

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Product highlights:

  • marine-rated Bluetooth® adapter
  • add Bluetooth audio streaming capability to almost any audio system
  • IPX6 water-resistant
  • includes 5-foot RCA cable
  • ideal for boats and powersports vehicles
  • warranty: 2 years
  • MFR # 91126

What's in the box:

  • Marine Bluetooth audio receiver (attached 14" power/ground wires and 5' stereo RCA cable)
  • Instructions on packaging

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Features

Marine Bluetooth Receiver: Designed for marine and powersports applications, the JL Audio MBT-RX Bluetooth Receiver lets you wirelessly connect your Bluetooth equipped devices (like iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Blackberry, Windows Phone, and more) to your audio system.

Bluetooth Music Streaming: The JL Audio MBT-RX Bluetooth Receiver is Bluetooth version 4.0 certified and supports Bluetooth profile A2DP for wireless music streaming. With the MBT-RX Bluetooth Receiver you'll be able to stream stored music and music apps from your Bluetooth-enabled mobile device to your audio system. Music navigation and song/artist information will still be handled by your Bluetooth-enabled device.

Note: The JL Audio MBT-RX Bluetooth Audio Receiver does not support wireless hands-free phone communication.

aptX Compatible: In addition to support for the standard SBC Bluetooth audio codec, the JL Audio MBT-RX offers support of the aptX  codec for higher quality audio streaming from select Android devices. aptX audio coding technology provides even better sound quality with lossless, CD-quality streaming for compatible aptX-compatible smartphones, like many Android smartphones with OS 4.0+.

Multi-Device Pairing: Multiple devices can be paired with the MBT-RX Bluetooth Receiver, but only one can be used at a time. Not all Bluetooth devices will be compatible. 

IPX6 Water Resistance: With an IPX6 water resistance rating, the JL Audio MBT-RX Bluetooth Audio Receiver is engineered to be water resistance with an IPX6 rating.

Stereo RCA Outputs: Use the JL Audio MBT-RX Bluetooth Audio Receiver's stereo pair of RCA outputs to connect to any amplifier or source unit with line-level/auxiliary inputs.

Power/Ground: The MBT-RX Bluetooth Receiver will require a hard-wired power and ground connection.

Mounting: The MBT-RX Bluetooth Receiver includes a self-adhesive backing to mount the device or you can use two screws (not included) to mount the unit.

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49 questions already asked

Q
Does iPhone 14pro work aptx Bluetooth?
mario  Mar 13, 2024
1 answer
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Greetings Mario. At the moment, Apple does not support the aptX codec.
hogan  Mar 13, 2024 (Staff)
Q
What's that range for staying connected? If I'm dropping my boat into the water, then parking my trailer will I have to reconnect if I'm more than 300 feet away?
doner  Nov 10, 2023
1 answer
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Range is not listed specifically for the JL Audio MBT-RX Bluetooth adapter Jeff, but usually standard Bluetooth adapters will have a roughly 30-foot range. Pairing is quick and easy. After that initial pairing, the MBT-RX will automatically reconnect to your smartphone if you park and your device disconnects for a short time while you are out of range. I hope this helps!
bo  Nov 10, 2023 (Staff)
Q
Our boat stereo has a wired USB port where we currently plug in our iPhone using lightning cable. I was thinking we could get a Bluetooth receiver that plugs into existing USB port without having any additional wires that need to be connected (ie, similar to plugging in your wireless mouse receiver on a PC). I don't see any products like this. They all have additional wire connections necessary. Is there such a product? What purpose are the additional wires given the USB port receives all the needed input from our wired phone connection?
ed  Jun 21, 2023
1 answer
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Greetings Ed, and thank you for your question. Bluetooth receivers will terminate with analog outputs (RCAs, or 3.5mm headphone jack). Those would need to go into the stereos Aux input. Some marine (boat) stereos have RCAs in and some have the 3.5mm in. Some are on the back, some in the front, but thats where the Bluetooth receiver would need to connect, not the USB in.
hogan  Jun 21, 2023 (Staff)
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Can I wire the red and black cables into the 12V and ground connector located on the amp so that when I run my remote wire, it will shut off the amp and the Bluetooth adapter?
river  Jun 16, 2023
1 answer
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In this configuration, the remote wire would on turn off the amplifier. This adapter would still be connected to 12V power and ground, meaning it would still be on. The better option would be to simply connect this adapter to the remote wire itself for power. The adapter draws very little power.
zachary  Jun 16, 2023 (Staff)
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Is there a reason why this will not play audio from my Samsung Galaxy S21 (Android 13, ONE UI 5.1)? It works fine with every other iOS device.
hunter  Jun 10, 2023
1 answer
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Greetings Hunter, and thanks for your question. Well there has to be a reason, but what that is, Im not sure. If you purchased this adapter from Crutchfield, you can call into our tech like for assistance. Their direct number would be on your shipping confirmation email. If you purchased this elsewhere, you can always call JL Audio for assistance at 954-624-0113.
hogan  Jun 10, 2023 (Staff)
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Can I wire this directly into the amp ground and 12V? I want to use this for a motorcycle.
river  Jun 07, 2023
1 answer
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Greetings River, and thank you for your question. All this needs for power is a 12 volt connection, so you can wire it to the battery, and ground it. If your amp can take RCA in, then this is perfect for you.
hogan  Jun 07, 2023 (Staff)
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Is this an effective and inexpensive device to send a clean sound signal to an amplifier? The other source is a factory head unit with only line level outputs and I do not intend to replace it. Rather, I would like to hook both sources to the amplifier (and understand I may need to create a switch). What are other options short of replacing the head unit?
thortranquility  Oct 15, 2022
1 answer
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Bluetooth adapters like this one are the alternative to using a radio. Bluetooth does offer different audio quality levels with aptX HD being used for higher resolution audio streaming. This JL Audio does not support it but others do like the AudioControl ACX-BT1 shown here: www.crutchfield.com/p_161ACXBT1/item.html
jason  Oct 16, 2022 (Staff)
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How do you control bass, treble, etc?
adam  Oct 11, 2022
1 answer
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This device does not have controls for EQ. If EQ controls are desired, then either the Bluetooth source or the device that this adapter is plugged into will need to have the controls.
zachary  Oct 12, 2022 (Staff)
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I have 2 wired speakers that connect to an amplifier. Will this allow me to wirelessly connect the speakers to the amplifier?
dmobanks  Sep 11, 2022
1 answer
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No. Your speakers will still need to be connected to your amplifier. This device is designed to allow you to stream Bluetooth audio from a device like a smartphone or tablet.
zachary  Sep 11, 2022 (Staff)
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My phone is connecting to the Bluetooth device but the music is not playing from the speakers. I have not had this issue until recently. Is this a failure of the Bluetooth device?
matthew  Sep 03, 2022
1 answer
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If you have tried connecting different devices and you still don't get any sound from your speakers but you still get sound from other sources then it could very likely be the adapter.
arielle  Sep 03, 2022 (Staff)
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Currently running 2 channel want to add 2 more speakers (4 channels ) what to I need to make this work , receiver on has two aux inputs ?
mackproctor  Jul 10, 2022
1 answer
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Greetings Mack, and thank you for your question. Im going to need more information before answering. What stereo are you using, or none. What amplifier are you using, 2 channel, or 4? I need the model of the receiver, or amplifier. If its just the stereo it should have 4 channel speaker outputs, then you need nothing but 2 more speakers.
hogan  Jul 10, 2022 (Staff)
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Will it pair with multiple phones? If I add this to my car stereo, can my entire family each run their playlists in turn or will we have to choose one phone to rule them all?
sharon c  Apr 25, 2022
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The three answers conflict. Who is correct?
sharon c  Apr 26, 2022
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The unit can only pair with one device at a time.
thomas  Apr 25, 2022
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No it does not pair with multiple phones. Only one phone can be paired at a time.
frank  Apr 25, 2022
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It will run multiple phones. It will hook up to the first one it sees though so someone will have to turn off Bluetooth.
steve  Apr 25, 2022
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I want to pair a bose speaker is this doable?
black tiger  Mar 14, 2022
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I'm not sure I understand the question. I'm assuming your Bose speaker is a Bluetooth unit? The MTS unit is a Bluetooth receiver not a transmitter.
perry  Mar 15, 2022
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you will need to connect this an amp then to your speakers
kevin  Mar 14, 2022
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I currently have this hooked to a JL 4 channel amp and it's great. I'm wanting to add a mono amp for a sub. Is this possible?
zack  Dec 18, 2021
1 answer
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I would imagine you could buy a RCA splitter to split off the signal between your four channel amp and your mono subwoofer amp.
perry  Dec 23, 2021
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Does this increase the amperage of the signal somehow? I noticed on my friends that his music is dramatically louder when this receiver is his signal source compared to say a direct plug in head phone jack. And, he keeps blowing his speakers. 350 watt 2 channel 2ohm amp powering 2 175 watt RMS 2ohm 5x7 speakers with 91db sensitivity. They are ALWAYS hot to touch. I have almost same set up, but don't want to buy this if the "signal boost" or whatever is what's blowing the speakers. Any info?
david  Jun 09, 2021
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I hooked one of these in my rv and one on my motorcycle and never did i think these boost the power . I would say the 350 amp powering 175 watt speakers is probably the problem , or cranking them up to loud , bass adjust to high ? Maybe some bass blockers may help. Is the 175 watts peak or continous rating on the speaker ? All things to consider .
mark  Jan 04, 2022
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Can the power and negative be wired to a USB powered plug? I am wanting to install this in my 2011 Tundra and power it through a hidden USB port in the dash.
jason  Mar 01, 2021
3 answers
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Nope. USB is 5VDC. Auto voltage is 12VDC. This device runs on auto voltage.
clayton  Mar 01, 2021
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It "should" be hard wired to the battery but its only a 2 amp fuse they use so in theory it should work fine as long as it has a power and ground
cody  Mar 01, 2021
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No, because you need 12V DC. USB has only 5-6V DC
peter  Mar 01, 2021
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I have a 57 Chevy truck that doesn't have a radio. Can I just hook this to an amp with speakers and use my phone or will I need something else entirely?
trent  Oct 16, 2020
3 answers
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This is all you need. Plug it into the amp, hook to a switched power source. Connect with Bluetooth and you are ready to go.
david  Oct 16, 2020
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yes you can. You might need some rca splitters depending on your setup. Probably want to to put the controller on switched power tho. Hope this helps
richard  Oct 16, 2020
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I believe that the instructions stated you can I have had no problems with this product
robert  Oct 16, 2020
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Will this unit power on and off by itself or do I need to install a switch?
eric  Jul 22, 2020
4 answers
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Depends on your installation, I have MBT-RX installed on my motorcycle so that it initiates when the power switch goes on. It will make a sound through your system letting you know is active. I always wait until I hear the notification the turn on Pandora through my cellphone. I hope this was helpful, I have had it installed for over 2 years without issue. Great product!
barstow  Jul 22, 2020
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If you wire the power wire to a remote switch or a ignition switch it will. If you just run it on a constant power it will not. Hope this helps
norman  Jul 22, 2020
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Yes.. It powers on by itself as long as you attach a wire to an accessory port in the fuse box.
mike  Jul 22, 2020
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No switch needed, but you need to provide it with switched power. All vehicles have some wires that are always powered and some that are switched. The simplest way is a tap, I believe it comes with a crimp on there and I'm not a fan of those. I bought a fuse tap instead and used it. That way when you power on the vehicle, this will power on. If you don't use switched power it can drain your battery.
bud  Jul 22, 2020
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Will this work on a 2002 Lincoln LS factory stereo deck thank u?
michael  Jul 16, 2020
1 answer
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It will if you have RCA inputs behind your deck. So you'll have to find that out.
richard  Jul 17, 2020
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Does it come with the required fuse?
richard  Jun 08, 2020
2 answers
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Yes it does! I'm using this in my ski boat, put in a great Alpine stereo back in 2010 and it didn't have bluetooth. I hooked it up through an aux connection and it has worked great!
brian  Jun 08, 2020
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No it does not. It takes a standard automotive mini fuse available at any auto parts, or hardware store. I put a 5 amp in mine.
christopher  Jun 08, 2020
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I currently have this installed in my car. Is there a way to connect my car DVD player to it? Will it receive transmitters? I use my phone but if I connect the phone to the DVD player I don't get sound through the Bluetooth. Any advice?
brian  May 23, 2020
2 answers
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You're Bluetooth is only able to connect to one signal at a time, you would need to run them in series in order to make them work in unison. This would mean that in order to use the Bluetooth the DVD player would need to be on. Good luck.
jamie  May 23, 2020
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Is it a stand alone DVD player?
william  May 23, 2020
Q
What is the bluetooth connection name for this device? Can it be changed (i.e. boat name, etc.)?
tom  Apr 23, 2020
1 answer
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If you purchased the product from Crutchfield, feel free to contact our Tech Support team. Our toll-free Tech Support number is printed on your invoice, and is also available under the "My Orders" tab in the "My Account" section of our website. If you did not purchase the unit from Crutchfield, then you may want to contact the manufacturer.
kristina  May 05, 2020 (Staff)
Q
I'm installing using AUX input on an old marine stereo head unit but I'm not sure how to connect to the power so it will turn on and off. How do I find the right wire on back of stereo and then do I just splice it? Thanks!
seve99  Apr 08, 2020
1 answer
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If you purchased the product from Crutchfield, feel free to contact our Tech Support team. Our toll-free Tech Support number is printed on your invoice, and is also available under the "My Orders" tab in the "My Account" section of our website. If you did not purchase the unit from Crutchfield, then you may want to contact the manufacturer.
kristina  Apr 21, 2020 (Staff)
Q
Can I hook this up to an amp then run the amp to the speakers and play music from my phone without a radio?
randy  Jan 06, 2020
4 answers
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Yes. Mine was connected that way on my atv. Be aware however that any equalization must be provided by your phone.
jered  Feb 16, 2020
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I think you probably can. I hooked my up to the auxiliary input on my stereo and another one of my stereos is hooked to my tape input. Both work fine. You just have to set your stereo to the correct input to play. They say to NEVER hook it up to the phono input because you can damage your equipment.
hector  Feb 12, 2020
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Trevor is correct this can work as long as this part and the amp are installed correctly (or the amp has the correct technology). I recommend contacting an advisor on 1-800-324-9695 to get a personal recommendation on a setup that will work
jason  Feb 11, 2020 (Staff)
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Yes, your phone becomes the volume and controller.
trevor  Feb 11, 2020
Q
What is the amp / wattage requirement for the 12-Volt DC Adapter if connecting to a home stereo?
alan  Jan 01, 2020
6 answers
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Go to JL Audio's website, find their page for this product, and choose Specifications > General Specifications. It runs on 8-28 volts DC and uses 32 ma at full output. I think you'd have a hard time finding a 12-volt wall wart that couldn't power it.
james  Mar 08, 2021
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The fuse is rated for 2 Amps, so the amperage would not exceed that.
edward  Jan 31, 2020
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Use an one amp 12 adapter and you'll be fine.
joaquin  Jan 30, 2020
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I used this in my RV.worked great.for your home I would try something different.audio engine works great
john  Jan 30, 2020
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Not sure if this will help you. I hooked it up to the 12 V supply line on my boat. Works great. Neat device!
darren  Jan 30, 2020
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Not sure but I believe these are designed for car audio. I used it for my car stereo and it works great.
fernando  Jan 30, 2020
Q
I have a head unit that does not have Bluetooth, could I use this to effectively add Bluetooth to my head unit?
brandi  Aug 23, 2019
3 answers
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Yes, as long as your head unit has an aux rca input. This has been a very reliable Bluetooth source for me. It sounds great, music is loud and clear.
brian  Aug 23, 2019
A
Yes, I hook this unit to any old stereo receiver I had , in Garage, backyard, home theater system and have blue tooth to connect to my smartphone
paul  Aug 23, 2019
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Absolutely!! I used it for home use, but you can use it for you aftermarket radio as long as it has RCA input. If it doesn't have RCA audio input but it does have an AUX you could use an RCA to AUX cable and use the AUX input to make it work. It works really well and for a far range. It auto connects to your phone after it's been hooked up. Just make sure you fuse it to the proper fuse size and don't connect it to direct battery. Daisy chain the power off your ignition on wire so it doesn't draw power all the time and kill your battery slowly. Reply with any questions!
garrett  Aug 23, 2019
Q
What is the operating range?
steve  Dec 18, 2018
4 answers
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If I had to guess I would say the standard 30 ft. By the time I get in the car it has already connected. I use on the cars headunit. Works great except it doesn't have the capability to use it for hands free talk it only has media capabilities.
jenna  Dec 18, 2018
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I use in my boat and it works from a device on the dock. I can confirm at least fifteen foot range with it mounted in the dash.
michael  Dec 18, 2018
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50 ft., more or less
hector  Dec 18, 2018
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I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS BLUETOOTH ADAPTER AS IT DOESN'T WORK WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMP IS BELOW 32 DEGREES
keith  Dec 18, 2018
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I connected my mtbrx to a digital full range DS18 candy amp 4 channel and only one channel( speaker) played. Do you have any suggestions how to get all fir channels playing without spending a lot money?
rowan  May 05, 2018
1 answer
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If you purchased the product from Crutchfield, feel free to contact our Tech Support team. They can walk you through the settings on the product and see if there may be a fix. Our toll-free Tech Support number is printed on your invoice, and is also available under the "My Orders" tab in the "My Account" section of our website. If you did not purchase the unit from Crutchfield, then you may want to contact the manufacturer.
kristina  May 16, 2018 (Staff)
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Would i be downgrading much if at all using this instead of the HRT istreamer i'm currently using?
markous  Jan 19, 2018
1 answer
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It may be a downgrade in audio quality. I use mine to send the music signal from an iPad to the cars central located Equalizer. From there to the amplifiers. The Bluetooth 4.0 and aptx coding on the jl work nicely with devices of similar Bluetooth bandwidths (4.0, aptX) it important to note the main objective of this receiver is to be discreet and seamless while working with a decent Bluetooth bandwidth 4.0 as opposed to a lesser bandwidth of 3.0 or 2 version of Bluetooth.. for that task, this product works great
jeff  Jan 19, 2018
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Can you use this devise by wiring straight to speakers bypassing any head component or amplifier?
andrew  Dec 01, 2017
4 answers
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There is no power from this unit you will have to hook it to an amplifier or auxiliary input
randy  Dec 01, 2017
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No. The speakers need their own power supply (head unit or amp) to drive them. This will only send a signal to those processors from your Bluetooth source (phone or tablet)
jeff  Dec 01, 2017
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No. If the speaker you are trying to connect to is a passive speaker this wont work. Your idea will only work on a active speaker(amplifier built into the speaker cabinet) if the said speaker has an audio input. You will also need a 8-28 volt power supply to power this device.
manu joshua  Dec 01, 2017
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No you cannot. There is no power(volume) to the speakers from the bluetooth
kevin  Dec 01, 2017
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Will this work for my Sony home stereo system? Have problems with rca aux cords with them shorting out...would I have to open the stereo to hook it up?
cody  Nov 01, 2017
2 answers
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You could use the RCA cords on this to connect to your stereo. However, it's going to require some additional work & cost. The MBT-RX needs a 12V power source. So, you could buy a 12V Lithium Ion Battery pack with a built in switch and connect the red positive & black negative wires of the MBT-RX to the red positive and black negative wire of the battery pack. This would require some splicing and soldering (or just splice using black electrical tape vs soldering) but fairly simple to do. Once that's done, just connect the RCA's to your stereo & flip on the switch from the battery pack. The MBT-RX will then enter into pairing mode for whatever Bluetooth device you are using. The MBT-RX is a great Bluetooth receiver, I've used 5 of them in various suitcase boombox projects.
rick  Nov 01, 2017
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It would work if you have a 12 volt power supply. It requires 12 volts and will not work on 120v residential elelctric.!
derek  Nov 01, 2017
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Does this work to add a Bluetooth speaker to a Home stereo system? I have a Soundwall Bluetooth speaker mounted behind my couch, and want to add it to my current (wired) speakers to receive output from my home theater system. Will this allow me to connect a Bluetooth speaker and feed it into the mix?
richwoo  Sep 04, 2017
3 answers
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This is a Bluetooth receiver. Your Bluetooth speaker already has one built into it. What you need is a Bluetooth transmitter to send the signal from your home theater system to your Bluetooth speaker. If your home theater system already can transmit Bluetooth, then you already have everything you need.
james  Mar 08, 2021
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Quick answer is no. However, I'm not sure I totally understand your question so I'll give it a shot at explaining. If you're considering this for a home audio source, keep in mind it was designed for 12 volt systems. In other words, you would need a 12 volt power source such as a lithium ion battery pack with a switch on it. These battery packs normally come with a cable, but one end of that cable would need cut and hard wired to the red and black wires of the JL Audio Receiver as this is how you power the device. Even if you did go this route, and plugged the RCA cables to the back of your stereo, the JL Audio Receiver would just play through your existing "wired" speakers hooked up to your stereo. The Sound Wall appears to be a standalone Bluetooth Speaker with no way (outputs that is) to connect it as an "additional speaker" to your stereo. I'm not a Bluetooth expert but I don't think you can pair your phone to two separate Bluetooth receivers (JL Audio & Soundwall) at the same time either.
rick  Sep 05, 2017
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This is not a Bluetooth speaker. It provides a Bluetooth input signal via the RCA cables. Theoretically, you can add this to a home stereo, but you would need a 12V power source. Depending on your existing stereo, you might need to add a switch to the power (red) wire. Your stereo would also need RCA input.
doug  Sep 05, 2017
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Does it have a connection sound, and if so how loud is it? I tend to leave my stereo turned up and the current bluetooth receiver has a beep at nearly 100% volume upon connection. Can be very jarring.
joseph  Aug 25, 2017
3 answers
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It does have a sound and is relatively loud. I do not see it as a problem though.
doug  Sep 05, 2017
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It has no connection sound that I'm aware of
derek  Aug 27, 2017
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Yes it does have a beep, most if the time it's fairly soft but if you leave your volume cranked up it's gonna be annoying
eric  Aug 25, 2017
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does this work device with the Sony CDX-M60UI's BUS AUDIO IN RCA Inputs?
alan  Jul 04, 2017
3 answers
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Curious if you've actually tried this. I have the exact same head unit on my boat and would like to add Bluetooth.
doug  Sep 05, 2017
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Yes
darrel  Jul 06, 2017
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It should, assuming it's an audio in plug on the Sony. If not, you can buy an adapter that converts into a 3.5mm plug and use it that way.
john  Jul 04, 2017
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i want to use this without a head unit and wire directly to 4 channel amp. Will I get proper 4 speaker output from the single pair of rca outputs from this unit?
chuck  Apr 04, 2017
2 answers
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Well that all depends on if your 4)channel amp can be switched into using one pair of RCA's for both front and rear channels. If not you will have to use 2)male - 1)female y adaptors.
ryan  Apr 05, 2017
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mbt-rx will give you 1 pair of rca outputs. So, it depends on your amp. If it can except 1 rca in , and output 4 speakers, then yes.
robert  Apr 04, 2017
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WHAT IS THE DISTANCE RANGE FOR THIS? WANT TO USE IT FOR MY RV RADIO
harvey  Mar 06, 2017
3 answers
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65 feet max
john  Dec 06, 2019
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I have no idea of the ultimate range, I use mine in a 40 foot Trawler and have been as far as 50' from the boat and still connected (of course over water) the unit is mounted inside a cabinet near the head unit. Works great in a cruising boat so should work fine in an RV
scott  Mar 06, 2017
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I have mine on a 29 ft center console boat Works great on the boat and when out of the boat I have a range of about 25/30 ft.
stephen  Mar 06, 2017
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does it works for my marine clarion CMV1 stereo?
marco a de la  Feb 23, 2017
3 answers
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The JL Audio MBT-RX works with any radio that has a Aux-in. If your stereo has any kind of auxiliary input then it will work.
joey  Feb 25, 2017
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Worked for my Jensen marine radio, if you have the inputs on the back of your radio it should work!
fred  Feb 25, 2017
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Will work with any radio as long as you have RCA aux input
michael  Feb 25, 2017
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Can I use the power and inputs on my CD changer (2005 Yukon)?
paul  Dec 05, 2016
1 answer
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You will want to contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat to discuss compatibility with your factory system. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and see if this will integrate. If it does not, then they will also be able to discuss other options with you.
kenneth  Dec 06, 2016 (Staff)
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I am looking for a device to connect to an older stereo with only RCA jacks on it. I want it to broadcast Bluetooth so I can use Bluetooth speakers at a distance from the stereo. This device receives Bluetooth. I'm looking for a broadcast system. Any ideas?
bruce  Aug 26, 2016
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If using a home stereo unit try Logictech Blue Tooth Adapter. Best Buy for around $35. Works with my Kenwood Receiver via RCA Inputs.
john  Dec 06, 2019
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This is intended to go into rca inputs, not outputs
kevin  Aug 26, 2016
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Can I wire this to plug into a 3.5mm headphone jack? I want to be able to unplug it and use the aux input for a wired 3.5mm to 3.5mm connection for my old iPod. Thanks!
matthew  Aug 05, 2016
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Yes should not be a problem as long as it's done correctly
car audio of  Aug 06, 2016
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Sure can. I did exactly that in my Jetta. You will need an RCA to 3.5mm adapter which shouldn't be hard to find. Mine sits above the glove box with a cable running to the AUX input in the glove box. Enjoy, works very well for me.
william d.  Aug 06, 2016
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Sure, just get an adapter for stereo RCA to 3.5 MM headphone jack.
scott  Aug 05, 2016
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How do I access it on a 2005 Range Rover and get it to show up so I can play my music via Bluetooth?
mikal  Jul 23, 2016
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I installed mine on a boat, but it should be similar. Not familiar with your vehicle but you just need 12 volts for power and an audio input or aux input. I also installed a button under my dash to turn mine on and off.
jason  Jul 24, 2016
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Can i power this by wiring directly to the JL amplifier on a marine application? Also I have multiple JL amps powering 8 JL speakers and two subs. what RCA input is best for the audio to connect to so it plays the bluetooth on all speakers? does it matter? (I use a Clarion CMD8 headunit and lack additional RCA inputs.)
dominik  Jun 19, 2016
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I connected mine to an aux port in my alpine stereo that pre-dated bluetooth. I direct wired mine to the fuse block protecting all the amps and it has a disconnect button that breaks that pops the fuse arm (if that makes sense) up and breaks any electrical connection so that I never worry about drain on my batteries from the stereo system when I pop the breaker so to speak. This little buietooth device works great!
brian  Jun 08, 2020
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I would only use a switched power source, either the red power wore to the main radio harness or the blue remote turn on lead for the amplifiers. As for what I know that radio only has one aux in resource so you might have to get a set of marine grade y-adapters. To allow bout aux resources to be connected just not used at the same time. These are what I used for one of my customers they are JL Marine XMD-WHTAICY-1M2F
ryan  Jun 20, 2016
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Does this device enter some kind of low power mode once a device is not connected? I am worried about this device draining the car's battery.
yang  May 08, 2016
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Wire it to ignition or radio on power and there won't be any current draw when your vehicle is off. Don't wire directly to the battery...
hugo  May 09, 2016
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Yes it will drain your battery, it should be wired to the switch, your phone will remember everything you need, great product, hope this helps!
james m  May 09, 2016
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I am not sure. I installed a switch in line to power the device on and off. I just ran it to a discreet location. So I turn mine off when not in use. I love this device, I have it installed on my boat and it works great!
jason  May 09, 2016
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You should be wiring it to a power supply that turns off with the car.
jack  May 09, 2016
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This should be connected to switched power source, from the after market radio or the typical red wire in a after market harness.
ryan  May 09, 2016
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Has anyone tried making phone calls using this? I know this doesnt have a mic, Im just wondering if it turns into a nightmarish echo chamber or if it just doesnt work at all. I want to get rid of my head unit and right now it seems I may need to get an parrot product just to make hands free phone calls.
bryan  Apr 25, 2016
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The phone call audio will broadcast over the sound system unless you switch to the phone on your audio settings.
kevin  Jun 28, 2016
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It can't be used for the phone calls. It just mutes your music and you still talk on your phone as you normally would. It doesn't make it a hands free call.. It only works for music
michael  Apr 25, 2016
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anyone else have connectivity issues with IOS 9.3 iPhone?
thomas  Apr 02, 2016
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It works fine for me.
hugo  May 09, 2016
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Ok did some troubleshooting over the weekend- this will likely occur if you connect with a IO9.2 device, then upgrade the device to 9.3. Merely "forgetting" the MBT using the Iphone seemly does not remove the 9.2 profile from the MBT device. My workaround takes advantage of the fact that the MBT device only remembers 4 device profiles - get 4 other devices and connect each one in turn (be sure to disable blue tooth on your original IOS 9.3 device). The 4th device will displace your old "9.2 profile". Now re-enable BT on your IOS 9.3 device and connect to the MBT. Operation should be back to normal.
thomas  Apr 20, 2016
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I haven't had any problems. I have this installed in my 1972 corvette. Let me know if I can help in any way. Dean
dean  Apr 03, 2016
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Once paired with a bluetooth source does this automatically connect after every power on off cycle? Specifically I am planning to use this in my car to connect to my mobile and some of the other receivers i had don't auto-connect when you start up your car. You have to manually turn on the device for it to connect.
siva.p  Feb 11, 2016
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no, once you set-up your phone/device to see this Bluetooth device it will appear every time you are near it as long as the device has power on. (just the same as your wifi connection works, once set-up it's ready to use)
james m  Feb 12, 2016
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I use this in conjunction with an JL Marine amp in my 1982 Jeep CJ7. I use it with my cell phone and no head unit and it pairs every time I start it up. I put it on a switched power source so that I can turn it off to allow my daughter to pair and play her music.
ryan  Feb 12, 2016
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It auto connects to the last paired device when turned on.
jack  Feb 12, 2016
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I use it in my Cadillac Escalade. You must reconnect to Bluetooth every time you restart the car. It connects very fast and has not been an issue for my wife and kids! I'm getting another for my Nissan Murano!
robert  Feb 12, 2016
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Yes for me it did. I use it with an iPhone. However I think this is going to depend on your device you connect to...
hugo  Feb 12, 2016
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