Rockford Fosgate PMX-8BB Punch Marine Hide-Away AM/FM/WP Multi-Zone Digital Media Receiver
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Why Choose Rockford Fosgate PMX-8BB Marine Receiver?
Hide-away Digital Media Receiver
Rockford Fosgate designed this hide-away PMX-8BB "black box” digital media receiver to work with their PMX-8DH controller. With this compact unit tucked away below and the PMX-8DH on your dash, you'll have a convenient, powerful system that will keep you and your crew entertained.
Easy to Pair
With built-in Bluetooth and simple, secure pairing, it's easy to make your smartphone the center of your marine media system. It works with your Apple or Android phone (see below) and lets you enjoy your stored music or listen to your favorite Pandora playlists. You can also tune in to terrestrial AM/FM or Weatherband radio channels.
Four Listening Zones
The PMX-8BB lets you control four separate zones on your vessel. Each zone includes selectable high-pass and low-pass filters, selectable (12 dB or 24 dB) crossover slopes, and dedicated DSP audio processors with independent 7-band EQs and Rockford Fosgate's Plus EQ. The built-in 4-channel amp delivers 25 watts RMS per channel.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Why does my PMX-8BB randomly lose audio while the system is running?
Some boat owners have reported intermittent audio or receiver-related problems that continued even after other components were replaced. In one documented case, replacing the PMX-8BB receiver itself resolved the issue.
- • Why does replacing the receiver sometimes seem to fix an intermittent problem?
A real-world boat-owner report described replacing the head unit, harness, and receiver without solving the issue until a brand-new PMX-8BB was installed. This suggests that a faulty receiver can sometimes mimic wiring or power problems.
- • Can I control the PMX-8BB without buying a Rockford remote?
This is a common compatibility concern because the PMX-8BB is a hide-away receiver. Crutchfield notes that the unit was designed to work with Rockford's PMX-8DH controller, while certain marine displays may require the PMX-CAN interface for integration.
- • Why doesn't my existing infrared remote work with the PMX-8BB?
Owners looking for an IR remote may be disappointed because Rockford does not offer a wireless/IR remote for this receiver. A compatible wired controller or supported marine integration is the safer route.
- • Why is installing the PMX-8BB more complicated than installing a normal stereo?
The receiver is designed to be hidden, so installation involves planning the receiver location, controller connections, power wiring, RCA cables, and other system components. Rockford recommends planning the wiring routes before mounting the unit.
- • What could cause the PMX-8BB to have power but no usable audio?
Incorrect grounding, loose connections, poor RCA routing, or an installation problem can create confusing symptoms. Rockford recommends quality connectors, proper grounding, and keeping RCA cables away from high-current wiring.
- • Why does the PMX-8BB need to be mounted vertically?
The receiver's mounting orientation matters in a marine environment. Rockford specifically recommends mounting it vertically with the wiring facing downward because this provides the best water-resistance protection.
- • Can I install the PMX-8BB in a location that may get wet?
It is designed for marine use, but that does not mean it should simply be left exposed to water. The installation manual recommends a secure location and vertical mounting to improve water resistance, so placing the receiver in a protected area is still important.
- • Why won't my PMX-8BB work correctly with a third-party marine display?
Compatibility depends on how the display communicates with the receiver. For example, Crutchfield notes that certain Raymarine Axiom systems can work with the PMX-8BB when the appropriate PMX-CAN interface is added; simply connecting an unrelated display should not be assumed to work.
- • Why does my PMX-8BB seem difficult to troubleshoot compared with a regular head unit?
Because the PMX-8BB is a hidden receiver, the controls and connections may be physically separated from the main unit. When something goes wrong, users may need to inspect the remote/controller, receiver, extension harness, power, ground, and audio connections instead of troubleshooting one visible stereo.
- Bluetooth : Yes
- Aux Input : Yes
- MP3 Playback : Yes
- WMA Playback : Yes
Features:
- utomotive grade AM/FM Radio, Weatherband Radio digital tuner. Supports Radio Data System (RDS) to receive and display broadcast information
- Bluetooth, A2DP only, AVRCP 1.4
- Made for iPhone apple certified
- Licensed Pandora control (apple direct USB or BT/ android via bluetooth)
- Simple secure pairing bluetooth profile for android & iOS
- Display album art from connected iPhones on the radios display
- 4 sets (Zones) RCA out; 4 active with 4 channels per zone (2 full range + 2 sub) 4V signal output
- Folder browsing via BT connected iPhones
- Internal power amplifier 4x50w 2 ohm stable
- Selectable crossover slopes of 12dB or 24 dB for each independant zone
- Selectable high pass and low pass crossover points for each independent zone
- Dedicated DSP audio processors for each zone with independent 7 Band EQ+Punch EQ
- Adjustable input gain for each source
- Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) is a type of non-volatile memory used in electronic devices to store data that must be saved when power is removed
- Integrated voltage gauge w/ low voltage alert
- Wired remote ready (up to 3 remotes)
- Rear aux-in (L/R)
- External steering wheel remote control interface compatible
- External trigger input to activate reverse camera mode
- Wired illumination control
- Optional CAN-BUS transceiver ready (PMX-CAN)
- Rear USB with 1a charging (supports album art on USB connected iPhones)
- Epoxy coated circuit board
- Upgradeable Firmware and Bluetooth Software via USB
- IPX5 Water Intrusion Rating: Water projected from nozzles from any direction shall have no harmful effects.
- CANbus (Controller Area Network) compatible. Requires PMX-CAN accessory
- Compatible with a Multi-Function Display using NMEA2K entertainment standard. See our MFD Compatibility Chart
- *Antenna not included
- 2-Year Warranty
Specifications:
- Device Type: Digital-Media Black Box
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Operating Voltage: 10.5V - 16V
- Remote Capacity: (see Compatibility Chart)
- Power Output:
- CEA-2006 Power Rating
- 25W x 4 @ 4? RMS
- ≤1.0% THD+N
- Speaker Impedance: 2-Ohms
- SPEAKER OUTPUTS: YES
- Dimensions (HxWxD):
- H 4.25" x W 8.3" x D 2.2" (108mm x 211mm x 56mm)
- Fuse Rating: 15A
- Clock (Yes/No): No
- Speaker Outputs (Yes/No): Yes
- Bluetooth® (Yes/No): Yes, 3.0+EDR, A2DP 1.3
- SiriusXM-Ready® (Yes/No): Yes / Requires SXV300
- Apple®/Android™ Compatible (Yes/No): Yes
- Steering Wheel Control Ready (Yes/No): Yes
- Pandora® Internet Radio (Yes/No): Yes
- Pandora® Internet Radio (Yes/No): Yes
- AUX Input (Yes/No): Yes
- USB Charging (Yes/No): Yes
- Frequency Range: 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
- Number Of Presets: 18 FM / 12 AM / 6 WB
- Frequency Range: 530 kHz - 1710 kHz
- Frequency Range: 162.40 - 162.55 (US & Canada)
- Audio Format Compatibility: MP3 / WMA / FLAC
- USB Version: 2.0
- USB Capacity:
- 32Gb max
- 999 Folders max
- 999 Songs max
- USB Output Current: 1A
- Made for iPod Models
- iPod Touch (5th generation)
- iPod Touch (4th generation)
- iPod Nano (7th generation)
- iPod Nano (6th generation)
- Android Compatibility: Bluetooth® Only
- Made for iPhone ModelsiPhone XS (pending)
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR (pending)
- iPhone X
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone 7
- iPhone 7 Plus
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6s Plus
- iPhone 6
- iPhone 6 Plus
- iPhone 5S
- iPhone 5C
- iPhone 5
- iPhone 4
- iPhone 4S
- Phone 3GS
- RCA Output Voltage: 4V
- RCA Output Impedance: 500 Ohms
- UPC: 780687344702
- Weight: 5
- Authorized Internet Dealer
Warranty: 2 Year(s) Warranty.
This item is accompanied by a manufacturer's warranty. If it is found to be defective, it may be returned to OnlineCarstereo.com for replacement within 2 Year(s) from the original date of purchase with proper return authorization.
