The MB Quart GMR-5V1 is a 5 inch waterproof touchscreen marine CarPlay radio with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto for powersports, marine and RV use. It adds AM/FM/WB/Bluetooth, dual zone audio control, dual camera inputs, a built-in auxiliary switching system and an RGB lighting controller in one IP67 rated source unit.
In a UTV it works as a UTV radio and UTV stereo controller with CarPlay; on the water it is a marine radio and marine stereo, and in a pontoon it can replace an older boat stereo. Riders looking for a waterproof CarPlay radio, UTV CarPlay or a UTV Apple CarPlay radio with a 5 inch screen will find the details below.
Key Features
- 5 inch full color 1000 nit capacitive touchscreen
- Wireless / wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- AM/FM/WB/Bluetooth 5.0 with Quick-Pair
- Dual zone audio control between preamp outputs and built-in power
- Two video camera inputs and one video output (RCA, no audio)
- Built-in auxiliary switching system: 4 aux trigger outputs, 300mA max
- Built-in RGB lighting controller, 500mA max
- IP67 waterproof and dustproof (LIFE SHIELD)
Built To Solve: Phone Audio and Navigation in a UTV or Boat
- Phone mounts and Bluetooth speakers that cannot handle water and dust
- No CarPlay or Android Auto in an open-air machine
- Separate switches, light controllers and camera screens cluttering the dash
- No way to control cab and tower speakers independently
Best For: UTV, Boat and RV Owners Wanting Wireless CarPlay
- UTV and side-by-side owners with a dash or gauge location sized for the unit
- Boat owners adding a waterproof CarPlay head unit
- Builds with backup or aux cameras and RGB lighting
- Systems with tower speakers on a separate zone
Specifications
- Display: 5 inch full color 1000 nit LED capacitive touchscreen
- Built-in power: 4 x 17 watts at 4 ohms
- Preamp outputs: 3 pair (Zone 1, Zone 2, Subwoofer), 4.0V
- EQ: 10-band graphic; independent subwoofer level with selectable low pass
- Tuner: FM 87.5-107.9MHz, AM 530-1710kHz, NOAA weather band; RDS
- Bluetooth: version 5.0, 32 ft range
- Inputs: two USB, one pair RCA aux, external microphone (3.5mm), built-in front microphone
- Video: two camera inputs, one output (RCA, no audio)
- Mounting hole: 5.25 x 2.125 in; total mounting depth: 5 in
- IP rating: IP67
- Color: Black; warranty: 1 year
- Manufacturer Part Number: GMR-5V1
Fitment
MB Quart lists this product as universal: it is not specific to one machine. Check that your dash, panel or pod can take the 5.25 x 2.125 inch mounting hole and 5 inch depth. Fitment is not guaranteed for every mounting location; confirm space, mounting and wiring for your UTV, boat or RV before ordering.
FAQ
Does the GMR-5V1 have wireless Apple CarPlay?
Yes. MB Quart lists wireless and wired Apple CarPlay and wireless and wired Android Auto.
Is it waterproof?
MB Quart states it meets or exceeds IP67 requirements for water and dust proofing.
Can it power speakers on its own?
It has 4 x 17 watts of built-in power at 4 ohms and three pairs of preamp outputs (Zone 1, Zone 2 and Subwoofer) for amplifiers.
Will it fit my UTV dash?
MB Quart lists it as universal. It needs a 5.25 x 2.125 inch mounting hole and 5 inches of total depth; confirm space before ordering.
Can I connect cameras?
Yes. It has two camera inputs, each with its own ground trigger wire, and one video output via RCA.
Is there an install manual or firmware?
MB Quart publishes an installation manual and firmware updates for the GMR-5V1, including version 1.12, which MB Quart says addresses CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
Why MB Quart
MB Quart's Nautic and Discus lines are built for open-air use on boats, UTVs and RVs, where sun, spray, dust and vibration are part of every trip. MB Quart backs this product with a 1 year warranty.
Build a UTV or Boat Audio System Around the GMR-5V1
Confirm your mounting space before ordering this 5 inch CarPlay source unit, then plan amplifiers for the Zone 1, Zone 2 and Subwoofer outputs. Dunes 2 Dezert SXS carries MB Quart GMR accessories, Nautic amplifiers and tower speakers to complete the build.
