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See Figure 26 and Figure 27. Some vehicles have a rider
headset connector on the fuel tank panel and a passenger
headset connector on the left speaker pod. The headsets are
used to operate the CB, intercom, voice recognition commands
and other features on equipped models.

Use the Harley-Davidson 7-pin DIN headset that is supplied
with equipped models or purchased from a Harley-Davidson
dealer. Other headset microphones are not compatible. See
the instructions that are included with the headset to install in
a helmet. Connect the headset by aligning the ridge on the
headset with the slot on the connector as shown in Figure 26.
The headset only works if the connector is properly installed.

When using headsets, set the volume to a level where traffic
and sounds from the surrounding environment can still be
heard.

The socket caps remain shut when not in use to prevent dirt
and water from entering the socket. Close both socket caps
before washing the motorcycle.

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Headset connector index

1.

Console index

2.

Figure 26. Rider Headset Connector (typical)

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Figure 27. Passenger Headset Connector

Microphone Positioning

NOTE

Poor or improper microphone placement may result in VOX
setting issues.

Full face helmets:

See Figure 28. Route the boom below the

helmet, with the microphone oriented upright inside the helmet,
so the boom does not touch the chin.

Open face or half helmets:

See Figure 28 and Figure 29.

Position the microphone lightly touching or directly to the left
of the mouth.

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Figure 28. Microphone Positioning

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Figure 29. Headset and Microphone Positioning

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MEDIA COMPARTMENT: USB PORT

See Figure 30 and Figure 31. The media compartment has a
USB port to connect with a phone, media device or USB drive.
An interface cable may be needed to connect with devices.
The USB port is powered and operational when the vehicle is
turned on or in accessory mode. Connected devices may be
used for the following purposes.

Phone:

Charges the phone and plays media files from the

phone. However, phone calling and text messaging features
are achieved only through Bluetooth connection.

Media device:

Charges the device and plays media files.

USB drive:

Plays media files, imports/exports navigation files,

loads software updates, and imports ring tones.

Memory card:

Some types of memory cards can be connected

to play media files. Connection requires an adapter or reader.

H-D App (DOM only):

Enables Rides and Points of Interest

(POIs) to be transferred from the phone to the radio navigation
system. USB cable is iOS only. Bluetooth works for both iOS
and Android.

NOTE

Do not use media players with hard drives. Vibration may cause
internal damage.

Devices can be added or removed while the radio is on.
However, when importing/exporting files or installing updates

to the radio, do not disconnect the USB device until the task
has completed.

Keep the compartment door closed while riding to prevent items
from falling out. Remove valuable items from the media
compartment before leaving the vehicle unattended.

Media Compartment: Fixed Fairing Vehicles

See Figure 30. Fixed fairing vehicles have a media
compartment in the right side of the fairing.

Open:

Pull up on the front of the compartment door to open

as shown.

Cleaning:

The rubber or fabric insert in the compartment is

attached with hook and loop fastening tape and can be removed
for cleaning.

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1

Storage/media compartment door

1.

USB port

2.

Figure 30. Storage/Media Compartment: Fixed Fairing

Models

Media Compartment: Fork Mounted Fairing
Vehicles

See Figure 31. Fork mounted fairing vehicles have a media
compartment on the right side of the radio as shown. Insert the
phone or media device into the foam cradle to secure the device
and isolate it from vibration.

Open:

Push lower portion of door and release to open.

Close:

Firmly push the door shut until the latch engages.

Reset door latch:

If compartment door was forced open or is

not latching properly, the door latch may need to be reset. Push
the door shut. Open the door. Close the door again to engage
the latch mechanism.

Cleaning:

The cradle can be removed for cleaning or to assist

with installing or removing a device from the compartment.

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Door recess

1.

USB port

2.

Cradle

3.

Figure 31. Media Compartment

SPEAKERS

The speaker types and arrangements are different across
models. All speakers are weatherproof and sealed for use in
all riding weather conditions. See Audio System Care (Page 111)

to properly care for speakers. See www.h-d.com/store for
available speaker options.

Fairing Speakers

Front speakers are designed into a ported enclosure in the
fairing for additional bass response and higher fidelity. Models
include different speaker specifications and arrangements
within the inner fairing.

Fairing Lower Speakers

Fairing lower speakers are equipped on some models to
provide more volume for the sound system. These are also
available as accessories for vehicles with air-cooled engines.

Saddlebag Speakers

Saddlebag speakers are equipped on some models to provide
additional surrounding volume for the sound system. These
speakers use the saddlebag enclosure to provide enhanced
bass response. A small amount of water may occasionally
collect in the speaker cavities while parked outdoors. The
saddlebag speakers are weatherproof, and the heat from
speaker operation would soon evaporate the water, but there
could be a temporary effect on sound quality. To promptly
empty the speaker cavities, lift the saddlebag lids. Saddlebag
speakers are also available as accessories.

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Tour-Pak Speakers

These forward-facing speakers direct sound to the rider and
passenger. The bass boost ports use the enclosed space in
the Tour-Pak to provide an enhanced bass response with
reduced distortion. The bass response of these ports may be
affected when items are stored in the Tour-Pak or when the
Tour-Pak lid is open.

AMPLIFIER

Some vehicles include an additional amplifier to drive greater
sound output to the speakers. Boom! audio amplifiers bypass
the internal amplifier in the radio to provide increased volume,
reduced clipping, lower Total Harmonic Distortion (THD),
optimized equalization and a fuller sound that cuts through
wind and road noise. The amplifier is also available as an
accessory.

Additional amplifiers may be needed when adding speakers
to a vehicle.

ANTENNAS AND RECEPTION

NOTICE

Operating the CB radio without an antenna or with a broken
antenna cable can result in damage to the transmitter
circuitry. (00176a)

Tuner and CB antennas:

See Figure 32. Antennas on the

rear of the vehicle may be removed during vehicle storage.

Make sure to install antennas before operating the radio. To
install, hand tighten the antennas to the mounts. Antennas for
the tuner and CB are different. For vehicles with a CB, always
install the CB antenna (marked with the letters "CB" at the base
of the mast) on the right side of the motorcycle. The antenna
marked "AM/FM" is for tuner reception. Installing the incorrect
antenna for the tuner or CB will result in degraded reception.

Hidden tuner antenna:

Some vehicles have an antenna

installed in the fairing for tuner reception (AM/FM/WB).

Satellite antennas:

SiriusXM and GPS antennas are mounted

within the fairing on equipped models. These antennas require
no maintenance. SiriusXM satellite radio and GPS reception
may be weaker when the vehicle is indoors.

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Tuner antenna: AM/FM

1.

CB antenna: equipped models

2.

Figure 32. Antennas

BLUETOOTH

The system has Bluetooth capability for accessing media files
and phone operation. See the Bluetooth (Page 106) section to
set up and connect devices.

TURNING MOTORCYCLE ON, OFF OR TO
ACCESSORY MODE

Turning on motorcycle:

When the motorcycle is turned on,

the radio returns to its previous state before shutdown. Features
such as CB, intercom, current station or media playing resume
as before the vehicle was turned off. A Bluetooth connection
to the phone will attempt to resume.

Starting the engine:

When starting the engine, the audio

mutes and the screen turns off momentarily.

Radio on/off:

If the radio is turned off before the vehicle is

shutdown, it will remain turned off when the vehicle is turned
back on.

Restart radio:

To reinitialize the radio, allow the vehicle to

remain turned off for up to 30 seconds before turning the vehicle
back on.

Accessory mode:

When the vehicle is in accessory mode,

operation of the radio will result in some battery drain. The
motorcycle will automatically turn off after two hours in
accessory mode. Keyed vehicles enter/exit accessory mode
by turning the ignition switch to the appropriate position.
Keyless vehicles enter/exit accessory mode by holding the
trigger switch on left control module.

Turning off motorcycle:

If turning off the motorcycle while in

an active phone call, the radio will prompt to transfer the call
back to the phone. If the prompt is not accepted, the radio will
continue to support the call for approximately five minutes

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before automatically transferring the call back to the phone and
shutting down. See Resuming Calls After Vehicle Shutdown
(Page 126).

DISCONNECTING THE VEHICLE BATTERY

The system retains user data and system settings when the
vehicle battery has been disconnected or main fuse is removed.
Features such as navigation routes, paired devices, phone
books, favorites, presets and system settings are retained in
memory. The radio returns to its previous functionality after the
battery is reconnected to the vehicle.

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HOME SCREEN

See Figure 33. The Home screen provides access to all the
features available for the system. The layout of items on this
screen may be different depending on radio type and installed
features.

According to the radio type, use the touchscreen or
Cursor/Select hand control switch to make selections and
operate the system.

During initialization and startup, some features may be
unavailable for a short time (such as navigation, SiriusXM,
media and voice recognition).

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Power/Mute

6.

Home

1.

Setup

7.

Audio

2.

Communications

8.

Navigation

3.

Favorites

9.

Phone

4.

Audio Settings

10.

Information (Vehicle Status)

5.

Figure 33. Faceplate Home Screen Selections

SETUP

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SCREEN MENU BAR

Many screens on have a menu bar at the top of the screen.
The menu bar and its components change according to the
screen being displayed.

Icons:

Some menu bars contain a selectable icon on the right,

left or both sides of the source field.

Title:

The title of the screen or function is located in the center

of the menu bar. Some of the screen titles are selectable, used
for typing in data or informational.

Figure 34 shows the media and menu icons along with the
source field selected to FM tuner. All of these items are located
in the Menu Bar.

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2

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Media icon

1.

Source field

2.

Tuner or media selection

3.

Menu icon

4.

Figure 34. Screen Menu

CHECKBOX AND MULTISELECT

See Figure 35. Some options are selected or enabled with a
checkbox (1).

For multiselect (2), repeatedly press the icon or Cursor/Select
switch until the desired selection is displayed.

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2

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Checkboxes

1.

Multiselect

2.

Figure 35. Checkboxes and Multiselect

SCROLL CONTROLS

See Figure 36, Figure 37 and Figure 38. Scroll controls are
displayed on the screen when there is more than one page of
available options. Using your finger on the touchscreen: Drag,
Swipe or Touch to navigate to available options. The
Cursor/Select switch may be used to scroll through multiple
pages of options. Press and hold the Drag or Touch scroll
controls to rapidly scroll through long lists.

Some screens have a center icon on the right side for functions
such as letter jump, information, editing or reordering of a list.

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Figure 36. Drag

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Figure 37. Swipe

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Figure 38. Touch

Table 25. List Function Buttons

DESCRIPTION

NAME

BUTTON

Opens a menu of additional options.
Select the button again to return to
the original screen.

Menu but-
ton

Opens a menu of additional settings.
Select the button again to return to
the original screen.

Set-
tings/Setup

Opens up search bar.

Search

Select this button to return to the
previous screen.

Return to
previous

Jumps to a selected location within
the list. For example, to jump to
entries starting with the letter 'S', se-
lect the letter jump button, then se-
lect 'S' from the keyboard.

Letter jump

Table 25. List Function Buttons

DESCRIPTION

NAME

BUTTON

Displays more information related to
the list contents.

Information

Select this button to view or edit in-
formation related to the screen con-
tents.

Edit

Deletes data associated with the list
(such as all recent destinations).

Delete

KEYBOARD

The keyboard is used for selecting navigation destinations,
searching media files, saving contact information or entering
other data into the radio when needed. The keyboard is
operated by touchscreen or by using the Cursor/Select hand
control switch to select letters.

The radio supports a full size keyboard or a large keyboard.

The large keyboard may be more suitable for use when wearing
riding gloves. When using the keyboard, some letters may be
blanked out. This is a feature of the smart speller, which only
enables valid strings of letters according to the entries in the
database.

Input is displayed in the title bar. Select the icons for numbers,
symbols or extended characters to display keypads with
additional characters as needed. When finished with a keyboard
entry, select OK.

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1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup.

2.

Select:

Keyboard multiselect icon to select the keyboard

type.

a.

Full Keyboard:

See Figure 39. When input is

required, the screen displays a full keyboard with
alphabetically arranged characters A-Z.

b.

Large Keyboard:

See Figure 40. When input is

required, the screen displays a keypad with larger
icons. Use the keypad selectors on the right side to
display different portions of the alphabet (A-I, J-R or
S-Z).

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Back

1.

Search

2.

Multiple search results (closest to farthest)

3.

Search results (top 3)

4.

Shift (upper/lower case)

5.

Settings

6.

Backspace/delete

7.

Space

8.

Extended characters

9.

Numeric keypad

10.

Global settings

11.

Keyboard

12.

Figure 39. Full Keyboard

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Back

1.

Search

2.

Multiple search results (closest to farthest)

3.

Search results (top 3)

4.

Backspace/delete

5.

Space

6.

Settings

7.

Keypad selectors (A-I, J-R, S-Z)

8.

Keypad

9.

Global settings

10.

Extended characters

11.

Numeric keypad

12.

Figure 40. Large Keyboard

SMART SPELLER

The smart speller assists you when entering information into
the radio. When entering information (such as a search for a
navigation address), the keyboard only enables strings of letters
that match the entries in the database.

After a number of letters have been entered, the system will
predict the word or location that you are trying to enter by
providing matching data from the database. For example,
entering "ROCH" could cause the system to suggest
"ROCHESTER".

The smart speller can also accept partial entries. If pressing
OK with only a partial string of text, the radio will provide a list
of items that begin with that text. For example, entering "SAN"
and pressing OK could provide a list including "SAN
FRANCISCO" and "SANTA ANA".

The smart speller can also assist when entering multiple words.
Entering the first few letters of each word, separated by a
space, will cause the system to respond with matching words.
For example, entering "N D" (including space) could cause the
system to respond with "NORTH DAKOTA".

VOLUME CONTROLS

A volume indicator is shown when the rider or passenger
presses the volume control switch.

Rider (controls on handlebar):

Adjusts the volume level for

the speakers and the rider headphones (if active).

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Passenger (on Tour-Pak equipped models):

Adjusts the

volume level for the passenger headphones only.

If the volume controls are pressed during a prompt or a specific
function (such as during voice recognition, navigation prompt,
CB or intercom activity), the volume for that particular function
will be changed and displayed on the screen.

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Figure 41. Adjusting Headset Volume

POPUP SCREENS

The radio displays popup screens to explain when a feature is
unavailable, display a low fuel message, indicate an incoming
phone call, and so on. These screens may interrupt normal
system operation. Some screens require a choice (Yes/No) or

require confirmation (OK). Select the icon to acknowledge the
message or activate the feature.

LOCKOUT SCREENS

Some screens, features or menu items may be locked out or
unavailable, such as when the vehicle is in motion.

To operate the features, follow the guidance that is provided
on the popup screen. If necessary, use hands-free voice
recognition commands or safely park the vehicle to perform
the task.

STATUS BAR

See Figure 42. The status bar is at the bottom of the screen.
It displays the clock and status icons in nine available slots.
The icons are informational and not selectable.

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Figure 42. Status Bar

Table 26. Status Bar Icons

FUNCTION

NAME

ICON

Music/media is playing through the speak-
ers.

Speakers not muted

Music/media is routed to the speakers.
Speakers are muted.

Speakers muted

Music/media is playing through the head-
sets.

Headsets not muted

Bluetooth device is connected. Music/media
is routed to the wireless headset speakers.

Headset is Bluetooth
connected

Music/media is routed to the headsets. The
rider headset is muted.

Headsets muted

The tuned RDS station is actively broadcast-
ing an audio traffic announcement (select
international markets only).

Traffic Announcement

Table 26. Status Bar Icons

FUNCTION

NAME

ICON

The tuner is set to an RDS station that reg-
ularly broadcasts traffic bulletins (select in-
ternational markets only).

Traffic Program

SiriusXM satellite signal strength (3 bars).

SiriusXM Signal Strength

Intercom is turned on, but not currently in
use.

Intercom microphone idle

Intercom is actively in use (PTT switch
pressed or VOX activated).

Intercom microphone act-
ive

Symbol is displayed on the left of the status
bar.

Harley-Davidson Bar &
Shield

CB is turned on. Not currently transmitting.
No CB signals are being received (squelch
not broken).

Citizen Band (CB) idle

CB is transmitting or incoming CB signal is
being received (squelch has been broken).

CB active

Bluetooth device is connected. Not dis-
played when Roaming, New Messages, Low
Battery or Phonebook icons are shown.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth-connected phone is in a roaming
area.

Roaming

Bluetooth-connected phone has received a
text message.

New Messages

Bluetooth-connected phone has a low bat-
tery.

Low Battery

Bluetooth-connected phone is downloading
phonebook data to the infotainment system.

Phonebook

Voice recognition switch has been pressed.
System is prompting or processing voice
commands.

Voice Recognition active

Voice recognition system is initializing.

Voice Recognition not
ready

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Table 26. Status Bar Icons

FUNCTION

NAME

ICON

Media is paused. Press POWER/MUTE
switch to resume audio.

Media paused

System is scanning up, briefly dwelling on
each active frequency or media file.

Scan up

System is scanning down, briefly dwelling
on each active frequency or media file.

Scan down

Tuner is seeking up for the next active fre-
quency.

Seek up

Tuner is seeking down for the next active
frequency.

Seek down

Bluetooth-connected phone signal strength
(3 bars).

Phone Signal Strength

Navigation system has determined the
vehicle is traveling north.

North (direction)

Navigation system has determined the
vehicle is traveling south.

South (direction)

Navigation system has determined the
vehicle is traveling south.

East (direction)

Navigation system has determined the
vehicle is traveling west.

West (direction)

Navigation system has determined the
vehicle is traveling northeast.

Northeast (direction)

Navigation system has determined the
vehicle is traveling northwest.

Northwest (direction)

Navigation system has determined the
vehicle is traveling southeast.

Southeast (direction)

Navigation system has determined the
vehicle is traveling southwest.

Southwest (direction)

SYSTEM SETUP

Configure the system settings before riding the motorcycle,
with the motorcycle stationary and set to accessory mode.
Adjust the options to match your personal riding style, and to
make best use of any features or devices that you may be
using. If there are problems with any features in the radio, first
check the relevant settings.

Most settings are similar for all radios. However, some features
or selections may be unique or unavailable on some vehicles.
Some settings may also be specific for particular countries or
regions. See Features and Specifications (Page 19) for more
information about the features available on your motorcycle
and in your region.

If audio accessories have been added to the motorcycle, see
the instruction sheets for proper configuration and operation
of those accessories.

SETUP MENU

See Figure 43. Some of the settings may be disabled or not
displayed, depending on the radio type and region. For a list
of all the categories that can be configured, refer to Table 27.

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Table 27. System Setup

Settings

Selections

Select:

Treble, Bass, Fade, Audio Routing, Volumes

1 [Audio Settings]

Audio Routing:

Select speaker or headset for directed audible output.

• Media/Tuner

• Phone/Com

• Prompts/Nav

Volumes

• Speaker (Media/Tuner, Prompt/Nav, Phone, Beep, CB)

• Rider Headset (Media/Tuner, Prompt/Nav, Phone, Intercom, CB)

• Passenger Headset (Media/Tuner, Prompt/Nav, Phone, Intercom, CB)

• AVC Speed (Off, Levels: 1, 2, 3, 4)

• Enable Nav prompts (on or off)

Options for:

Select:

Screen Brightness, Button Brightness, Colors

2 [Display]

Screen Brightness:

Manual or automatic

Button Brightness:

Plus or minus

Colors:

• Automatic, Day, Night

• Theme (Default, orange, blue, green, red, purple)

• High Contrast Colors

Options for:

Select:

Enabled or Disabled (select up to pages 4)

3 [Global Presets]

Select:

Full or Large

4 [Keyboard]

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Table 27. System Setup

Settings

Selections

Select:

Bluetooth (default is OFF), List Paired Devices, Ring Tones

5 [Bluetooth Setup]

Select:

Pair/Manage Rider Headset, Pair/Manage Passenger Headset, Enable/Disable

6 [Wireless Headset Setup]

Select:

English or Metric

7 [Units]

Select:

Daylight Savings Time (on or off), Clock Format (12 or 24 hour), Time Set (GPS or

manual), Time Zone

8 [Clock]

Select:

Enabled or Disabled

9 [Rear Controls]

Select:

Software, Hardware, EQ, Navigation, XM Subscription, Reset

10 [System Information]

Select:

English (US), English (UK), French (France), French (Canada), Spanish (Spain),

Spanish (Mexico), Portuguese (Portugal), Portuguese (Brazil), Italian, German, Russian,
Czech, Polish, Dutch, Turkish, Japanese

11 [Language]

Select:

On, Off

12 [Projection Mode]

LANGUAGE

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Language.

The system can be configured for any of the languages shown
in Table 27. The selected language affects the text displayed
on the screen, voice prompts from the system, and voice
recognition features. To make sure that the system works
properly for your use, select the proper language and dialect
as applicable.

SCREEN BRIGHTNESS

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Display > Screen Brightness.

2.

To switch between manual and automatic:

a.

Automatic:

Check the

Automatic

checkbox. The

screen brightness automatically adjusts according to
the ambient light measured by the sensor in the
speedometer.

b.

Manual:

Uncheck the

Automatic

checkbox. Adjust the

brightness level.

BUTTON BRIGHTNESS

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Display > Button Brightness.

2.

Adjust the brightness level.

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NOTE

• The brightness settings do not affect the brightness of

vehicle instruments, illuminated hand control switches (on
select models) or other accessories.

• The faceplate button lighting remains off when the radio is

in Day Colors mode.

COLORS

Colors

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Display > Colors.

2.

See Figure 44. Press the

Colors

multiselect icon until the

desired color mode is displayed.

a.

Day Colors:

Screen shows brighter colors.

b.

Night Colors:

Screen shows darker subdued colors.

Navigation map is also shown in night color scheme.
No other background colors can be selected while
in night color mode.

c.

Automatic Colors:

Screen automatically adjusts

day/night color modes according to ambient light
measured by the sensor in the speedometer.

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Figure 44. Colors

Theme

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Display > Colors > Theme

Color.

2.

Scroll through list until desired color is selected.

a.

Select:

Default, Orange, Blue, Green, Red, Purple.

High Contrast

High contrast day colors can be activated to enhance visibility
of the screen in bright sunlight.

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This feature is activated through the color settings or by holding
the

Back switch

for five seconds on the right hand control.

The feature cannot be activated while the display is showing
night colors.

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Display > Colors.

2.

With

Day Colors

or

Automatic Colors

selected, check

the

High Contrast Colors

checkbox.

ENGLISH UNITS/METRIC

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup.

NOTE

The English unit/metric selection also affects how units are
displayed in the odometer.

2.

Press the multiselect icon until the desired unit type is
displayed.

a.

English Units:

Measurements are displayed as miles,

yards, feet, mph, gallons, degrees F (Fahrenheit) and
PSI (pound per square inch).

b.

Metric:

Measurements are displayed as kilometers,

meters, km/h, liters, degrees C (Celsius) and kPa
(kilopascals).

CLOCK

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Clock.

2.

Manual Time Adjustment:

a.

Manual mode selected:

Manually adjust the clock

to the current time with the (+) and (-) controls.

b.

GPS mode selected:

An offset can be applied to

the GPS time. The offset is shown next to the time
setting.

3.

DST (Daylight Savings Time):

Does not automatically

account for daylight savings time when time set is in GPS
or Manual mode. Enable

DST

to advance the clock one

hour (during spring in the northern hemisphere) and disable
to return to the original time.

4.

12/24 Hour Format:

Press multiselect icon to choose

12-Hour or 24-Hour clock mode.

5.

Time Mode:

Press the multiselect icon to choose GPS or

Manual.

a.

GPS

Automatically synchronizes the clock with data

from incoming GPS signals. GPS time is only
available on radios with navigation.

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b.

Manual

Time is manually entered.

c.

RDS

Automatically synchronizes time with radio

stations broadcasting RDS data. RDS is only
available on radios within regions that support RDS
operation.

NOTE

Time zone will automatically default to

Zone (AUTO)

when

GPS is selected as a Time Mode.

6.

Time zone:

Select time zone. For GPS time, AUTO causes

the clock to adjust to the time zone for the vehicle location.
The clock updates as the motorcycle passes into other
time zones.

SPEAKER/HEADSET SELECTION

1.

See Figure 45.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Audio Settings

> Audio Routing.

2.

For each category shown, select whether the audio routes
through the headsets or speakers.

a.

Media/Tuner

Tuner stations, SiriusXM channels and

media files.

b.

Phone/Com

CB, intercom and phone.

c.

Prompts/Nav

Voice recognition, navigation prompts,

text-to-speech and other audio feedback from the
radio.

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Figure 45. Speaker or Headset

AUDIO SETTINGS: BASS/TREBLE

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Audio Settings.

2.

Adjust the Bass and Treble settings using the (+) and (-)
controls. The tone settings are applied for all audio output
through the speakers and headsets.

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FADE

NOTE

If the audio configuration is such that no front/back fading is
possible, then the vertical bar that slides left and right would
not be shown on-screen. Similarly, if no top or bottom fading
is possible, then the horizontal bar that slides up and down
would not be shown on-screen.

The fade crosshair moves to the pressed position and set
appropriate fade levels. Based on external amp configuration,
the horizontal or vertical axis may not exist.

The fade setting adjusts the balance of volume between the
front and rear speakers. By default, the fade is set at the center
with an equal balance of volume.

The fade setting does not affect headset or microphone audio
levels. Fade does not apply to models without rear speakers.

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Audio Settings > Fade.

2.

Adjust the front to rear fade.

a.

Fade adjustment (typical):

Press the R (rear) or F

(front) controls to adjust the balance of the speaker
volume between the front and rear speakers. The
center circle indicates an equal balance of volume
to both front and rear speakers.

b.

Graphical fade adjustment (select models):

Adjust

the front to rear sound balance by pushing left or
right cursor controls. The fade adjustment line
displays the balance of sound between the front and
rear speakers. The center dashed line represents
the equal balance of volume for front and rear
speakers. Vehicles with lower speakers will have a
horizontal line to adjust balance between the upper
and lower speakers.

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Equal balance point

1.

Fade adjustment line

2.

Figure 46. Graphical Fade Adjustment (Select Models)

NOTE

Fade will be removed when speaker configuration does not
support Fade settings.

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SPEED VOLUME

The speed volume setting adjusts the volume according to
vehicle speed. This function allows the volume to be set to a
comfortable level while the motorcycle is stopped or traveling
slowly. The volume automatically increases to compensate for
engine, wind and other ambient noise factors as vehicle speed
increases.

The speed volume setting affects the voice activation (VOX)
of the intercom. This prevents ambient noise from activating
VOX transmissions when at greater speeds. It also prevents
the need to continually adjust the VOX sensitivity setting.

Speed volume is also known as automatic volume control (AVC)
on previous Harley-Davidson sound systems.

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Audio Settings > Volumes >

Speed Volume.

2.

Adjust speed volume to one of four different levels. Each
level defines the amount of volume that is added as vehicle
speed increases.

a.

If not required, speed volume may be turned OFF.

NOTE

• Setting speed volume to the lowest level effectively turns

off this feature. The volume remains constant while riding.
However, the radio has equalizers with dynamic filters which
modify certain frequency bands depending on speed. So
there may still be a change in sound as the speed changes,
even with speed volume turned off.

• The effects of the speed volume will be less noticeable under

certain conditions, such as when the volume is already
turned up near its maximum setting and bass and treble
settings.

FEEDBACK PROMPTS

The prompt volume affects audible feedback, such as
navigation prompts, voice recognition prompts, text-to-speech
features and others. Prompt volume can be adjusted by the
volume hand controls while the prompt is playing.

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Audio Settings > Volumes >

Speaker Volumes.

2.

Select:

Media/Tuner, Prompt/Nav, Phone, CB, Beep.

3.

Adjust volume by pressing (-) to decrease sound or (+) to
increase sound.

REAR CONTROLS

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Rear Controls.

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2.

Select checkbox to enable audible.

a.

Checked:

All passenger controls on the side of the

Tour-Pak function normally.

b.

Unchecked:

The passenger volume and PTT

controls continue to operate normally. However, the
MODE/UP/DN switch is disabled. The passenger
cannot change audio sources or tune/seek to other
channels or songs.

GLOBAL PRESETS

The global preset feature shows a common set of presets for
all audio sources. Presets for all tuner band stations (AM, LW,
MW, FM, WB), media files and SiriusXM channels are
commonly displayed on all audio source screens. This allows
easier access to the most commonly used channels and media,
without having to manually change to different devices or audio
sources. When enabled, the system supports up to 20 global
presets.

NOTE

When global presets are used for media files those presets will
be grayed-out and unavailable without the media connected.

When global presets are not enabled, each tuner band or media
device will only display its own unique presets. The total number
of presets is different when global presets are not enabled. CB
channels, phone contacts and navigation destinations cannot

be stored as global presets. See AM-FM-WB Radio (Page 73)
for more information.

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > Global Presets.

2.

See Figure 47.

Select:

Enable checkbox.

3.

Adjust by pressing (-) to decrease or (+) to increase page
count. Select up to four pages.

4.

To set a global preset:

See Figure 48. Select the desired

audio source (tuner station, media file or SiriusXM
channel). Press and hold the desired preset icon to store
the new preset.

5.

To select a global preset:

While displaying any audio

source, select the desired preset. The system changes to
the necessary band or media device to play the selected
preset.

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Enabled global presets

1.

Number of pages (1-4)

2.

Figure 47. Global Presets

3

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SiriusXM Global Preset

3.

Figure 48. Setting Global Preset

BLUETOOTH

See the Bluetooth (Page 106) section and other applicable
sections for configuration and operation of Bluetooth devices.

RING TONES

See Ring Tone (Page 125) for setting up or installing a new ring
tone.

SIRIUSXM

See Satellite Radio (Page 90) for setting up and subscribing
to SiriusXM on equipped vehicles.

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TRAFFIC

See Traffic (Page 157) to set up and operate traffic features.

SYSTEM INFORMATION

Navigate:

Home > Setup > System Information.

Table 28. Software Update

Result

Selections

Select:

Software, Hardware, EQ, Navigation, SiriusXM Subscription, Reset

System Information

Shows the current software version installed on the radio. Software updates for Boom! Box are
available on www.Harley-Davidson.com.

Software

Shows the Harley-Davidson part number, supplier part number and a unique serial number for the
radio. Use the Harley-Davidson part number along with the information in 2019 HARLEY-DAVID-
SON® OWNER'S MANUAL: BOOM!™ BOX GTS (BOOMBOX_GTS_94000601) Specifications
to determine the features available on this radio.

Hardware

Shows the equalizer (EQ) file installed in the radio. This is based on the vehicle, fairing type and
speaker configuration. The EQ may be updated by the dealer when adding new accessory
speakers to the motorcycle.

EQ

Select:

Software, Map Database, Dealer Database, Export for Update

Navigation

Software:

Shows the current software version for the navigation software engine.

Map Database:

Shows the current map database version that is installed in the radio.

Dealer Database:

Shows the current dealer database version that is installed in the radio.

Export for Update:

Used when updating or purchasing new map sets. See 2019 HARLEY-DAV-

IDSON® OWNER'S MANUAL: BOOM!™ BOX GTS (BOOMBOX_GTS_94000601) Navigation
Database and Software to install or update maps.

Select:

Radio, Specialty Services

SiriusXM Subscription

Radio:

The Radio Services subscription status is displayed with an ESN number and SiriusXM

phone number for assistance or activation.

Specialty Services:

The subscription status for each service (traffic, fuel, weather and forecast

services) is displayed with an ESN number and SiriusXM phone number for assistance or activation.

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Table 28. Software Update

Result

Selections

Select:

Privacy Reset, Reset to Factory Defaults

Reset

Privacy Reset:

A privacy reset can be performed by the dealer to remove all personal information

from the radio memory. This can be useful when selling the motorcycle or when completely recon-
figuring the radio with new personal settings.

Reset to Factory Defaults:

A factory restore can be performed by the dealer to restore the radio

to its original factory settings. This removes all user settings in radio. See an authorized Harley-
Davidson dealer to have this service performed.

SOFTWARE UPDATES

Harley-Davidson periodically provides software updates for the
radio on www.Harley-Davidson.com. Check if you are using
the latest version of software and update the software when a
newer version is available. Updates can be done by using the
following procedure or by bringing the vehicle to an authorized
Harley-Davidson dealer.

1.

Navigate:

Home > Setup > System Information > Software.

2.

Compare the software version in the radio with the latest
version available on www.Harley-Davidson.com.

a.

Same Versions Number:

You have the latest

software available. There is no need to update.

b.

Higher Version Number:

Continue with procedure

to update your radio software.

NOTE

Downloading updates or software requires a computer platform
loaded with the Windows operating system and a minimum
resolution display. Do Not use Apple products for downloading
updates.

NOTE

Password encrypted drives are not compatible. Make sure
there are no other files on the USB drive.

3.

Download Requirements:

a.

16 GB (minimum) USB Drive.

b.

Format USB drive to NTFS. NTFS-formatted devices
are read-only and do not support GPX export.

c.

USB devices must be formatted to exFAT or FAT32
to support GPX data exports.

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NOTE

Do not interrupt the installation process. Leave the vehicle and
radio turned on, and keep the USB drive installed until the
installation process is complete.

4.

Download the latest software version from the website.

a.

Select update for radio (GTS or GTS (CVO)).

b.

Select

proper

region/vehicle

configuration,

if

applicable.

5.

Unzip the software package to a folder. The folder includes
an installation file with an .ISO extension (.txt files are not
needed).

6.

Copy the

.ISO

file to the root directory (the first or top

directory) of a USB drive.

7.

Set vehicle ignition:

a.

Keyed ignition motorcycle:

Turn the vehicle ignition

switch to ACCESSORY.

b.

Keyless ignition motorcycle:

With the OFF/RUN

switch turned off, press and hold the trigger switch
until the vehicle enters accessory mode.

8.

Turn on the radio.

NOTE

If the incorrect file is on the USB drive, the radio displays an
error message.

9.

Connect USB drive to vehicle USB port.

a.

The radio detects the new software and prompt for
the update.

b.

Select:

Yes.

c.

The software installation begins.

d.

The display prompts to remove the USB drive when
the update is complete.

PRIVACY RESET

A privacy reset can be performed by the dealer to remove all
personal information from the radio memory. This can be useful
when selling the motorcycle or when completely reconfiguring
the radio with new personal settings. The reset will remove
information and history from the radio such as phone pairing,
downloaded phone books, call history, navigation history,
favorites and presets. A privacy reset does not affect other
basic settings like the clock or audio configuration. See an

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AM-FM-WB RADIO

Tuner

The radio has a multi-band stereo receiver with tune and scan
functions. The tuner supports RDS/RBDS data display
(according to vehicle configuration). The tuner can be
configured to search for particular program types (such as
country music or news programming). In some radios, the
system can accumulate a list of stations within range, along
with current song or program being played.

See Figure 49 for a description of Tuner Screen components.

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4

5

6

7

8

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Categories icon

1.

Source field (selectable)

2.

Tuner or media selection

3.

Station name, song title, artist

4.

Menu icon

5.

Presets (1-5, up to 20)

6.

Frequency

7.

Artist

8.

Figure 49. Tuner Screen

Selecting a Band

Radios support different frequency bands according to region
and radio type.

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1.

Navigate:

Home > Audio.

2.

Select:

Source field.

3.

Select:

Desired band (AM, FM, WB or Sirius).

Selecting a Band: Voice Recognition

1.

Select:

Voice recognition switch.

2.

Speak the band into microphone "AM, FM, XM or weather
band". Media such as Bluetooth Paired device or USB is
also available if connected. See Voice Recognition
(Page 171).

Tune/Seek/Preset Stations

Tune and Seek are only available from left hand control switch.
See Left Hand Control (Page 34).

Preset selection can be made by right hand control switch or
touch screen. See Right Hand Control (Page 36).

When tuning or seeking, tuner continues to wrap around at the
beginning or end of frequency range.

1.

Navigate:

Home > Audio.

2.

Tune (left hand control switch):

a.

Tap:

Increase or decrease frequency by increments.

b.

Long press:

Accelerates up or down through the

frequency range until switch is released.

3.

Seek (left hand control switch):

Press for 1 second and

release. Seeks up or down frequency range to next station.

4.

Preset (right hand control switch):

Move switch left or

right to scroll though presets. Press switch in to select
preset.

Tuning a Station: Voice Recognition

1.

Select:

Voice recognition switch.

2.

Speak:

"Tune to" along with the frequency into microphone

(such as "Tune to ninety-seven point one"). The radio
automatically tunes to appropriate band (such as AM or
FM) according to frequency selected.

Seeking a Station: Voice Recognition

1.

Select:

Voice recognition switch.

2.

Speak:

"Seek Up" or "Seek Down" into microphone.

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Scanning Stations

Selecting Scan starts the radio scanning through frequencies.
The radio remains on each station for five seconds before
continuing scan. If the scan does not find any strong station
within two complete passes through band frequencies, the scan
automatically cancels.

1.

Navigate:

Home > Audio.

2.

Select:

Menu icon.

3.

Select:

Scan.

4.

To select a station, press the Cursor/Select switch on the
right hand controls.

Presets

Presets can store preferred radio stations for easy access. The
radio has 20 Satellite radio/media, 15 FM/DAB+, 5 AM, 5 LW,
5 MW, 5 WB presets. The radio can also be configured with
global presets. See Global Presets (Page 66).

1.

Tune to a station.

2.

Save station to a preset.

a.

Touchscreen:

Press and hold chosen preset until

a beep sounds.

b.

Cursor/Select Switch:

Highlight chosen preset.

Press and hold the Cursor/Select Switch in until a
beep sounds.

3.

To tune preset in the future, select preset with touchscreen
or Cursor/Select switch.

Categories

NOTE

If no categories are selected or recognized, the radio will not
stop scanning or seeking.

The FM band can scan for particular types of radio
programming (such as news, sports or classical music). When
categories are selected, the radio only scans for stations that
are broadcasting programs with selected category codes. Not
all stations broadcast these codes.

Selecting Categories

See Table 29 for categories available in North America.

See Table 30 for categories available in other regions.

1.

See Figure 49. While in FM band, select categories icon
(1) to access a list of all available categories.

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