looking for suggestions.</h1> <article> <h1>looking for suggestions.</h1> <p>jake91 — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:26:47 GMT</p> <p>alright i have a 2001 mazda tribute and trying to decide whether i want to buy either one or two 12' alpine type r subs for it. and after that i don't really know what kind of amp i should get??? as u can tell i don't really know a whole lot about these types of things, so any suggestions would help. thanks.</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Which type of enclosure?</h1> <p>thebeastZELLERS — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:43:45 GMT</p> <p>Ok guys which enclosure is the best? I know that there is sealed, ported, and bandpass but I don't know which one is best for what I'm wanting. Any opinions on the best bass sounding one?</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Aftermarket stereo 2004 Chrysler Voyager</h1> <p>Mathias — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:44:53 GMT</p> <p>Guys,</p> <p>I leave in the UK and drive a 2004 Chrysler Voyager but I can'r play mp3 on the factory car radio so got an aftermarket one but after fitting it there is no sound. I understand it is something to do with the AMP. On the driver side at the back I did see an AMP after taking off the Infinity speaker (there are four of them - two front and two at the back. I also see a couple of small ones at the back not sure if the front has the same. I was told there is no sound because the new aftermarket AMP is not powering the AMP. My problem is I am not sure what to do now. So any help is most welcomed. The part number for the factory car radio is P05091610AB.</p> <p>Thanks,</p> <p>Mathias</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Suggestions</h1> <p>Ty Petty — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:28:11 GMT</p> <p>I got a 07 chevy trailblazer finially got my Kenwood KDC 993 installed in it. gonna leave the factory speakers in it cuz they sound pretty good but for subs I was thinkin about 2 Rockford Fosgate Punch Stage 1 12" but my buddy told me they were about the same as buyin no name brand food. are they that bad?, he said i should get Alpine Type R's</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Which speakers should be playing?</h1> <p>SRSBOSE — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:28:58 GMT</p> <p>Just got a Samsung 40" HDTV, 2 Bose left/right and 1 Bose center speaker. My receiver is a Yamaha R-V503. Geek Squad connected the system today. All works well, except I'm not sure this is correct (2 items):</p> <p>1. By turning on (pushing) the Yamaha "Effect" button on the receiver the center Bose speakers plays. When I turn off the "Effect" button off the left/right speakers play. Shouldn't the purpose of a 3-way speaker set-up utilize all 3 speakers? From what I've read up on isn't the center speaker more for dialogue (ex: TV show) and the stereo speakers for more sound effects on the TV show or movie, etc? But, bottom line, shouldn't all 3 speakers play at once with more sound coming from the center speaker?</p> <p>2. Should I have the Samsung HDTV set to external speakers or TV speakers? How do I control the volume from the cable box remote OR the HDTV remote? Right now, to get the best effect from the 3 Bose speakers I have to turn up the volume on the Yamaha receiver. I would think there is a set-up (?) that allows me to bring in the sound from all 3 new Bose speakers (simultaneously) by using either the cable box or HDTV remote. Lastly, which piece of equipment's volume control (HDTV, cable signal or Yamaha receiver) should be set the lowest and which would be the main control to adjust the sound?</p> <p>I know there's alot of questions here, but I really appreciate (and need) some expertise and thoroughness.</p> <p>Thank you,</p> <p>SRSBOSE</p> <p> </p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>PLEASE HELP!!!!!</h1> <p>quake man — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:04:23 GMT</p> <p>I have a sony cdx-ca810x cd player for my truck. The owners manual says it plays cd-r and cd-rw. When i burn them i choose the (make a audio cd) option.but before i burn them they are mp3. When i play the cd in my truck they play good until i get to a certain song then there is a slight static sound . The sound gets worse as i play tracks above the one track where the sound started. It gets so bad i really cant even hear the song. But i can go back to the begining of the cd and it plays perfectly fine until i get to a higher track. The disc plays fine on my computer,on stock cd players,on my friends after market cd players but it does not play good on mine. Could someone plaese make sense of this?</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Car speakers to AV reciever?</h1> <p>homer52 — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:20:10 GMT</p> <p>So I have a pioneer VSX D810S AV reciever and I have some kenwood KFC-6982ie 6x9s that are in boxes. they have just been laying around for awhile now and i was wondering if it was safe to use these as bookshelf type surround speakers hooked up to my AV unit. Or will it cause damage to the amp or the speakers because the amp runs at 8ohms and the speakers are 4ohms?</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Rockford Fosgate "What's Your Volume Contest"</h1> <p>Jeff Kitchen — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:16:15 GMT</p> <p>I wanted to make sure you were all aware of the Rockford Contest going on now:</p> <p>Are you passionate bout car audio? Have you built a magazine worthy Rockford Fosgate system? Are you looking for your opportunity to grab a Rockford Fosgate sponsorship so you can build that dream system?</p> <p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.rockfordfosgate.com/contest/2009_whatsyourvolume.asp">http://www.rockfordfosgate.com/contest/2009_whatsyourvolume.asp</a></p> <p>You will also find info on that page on how to get a discount coupon for $50 off $199 or $100 off $399 on your next Rockford Fosgate Purchase with Crutchfield.</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>power acoustic sub?</h1> <p>shak — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:03:15 GMT</p> <p>i was wondering if this sub is worth going for? its a power acoustic 12 inch sub.. 500RMS here is the model number : PW212M</p> <p>seems to be good and ive heard good things about the company but is this specific sub good? and can it take 500RMS from an alpine mrp-m500? thanks alot :D also what price should i buy it for?</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>More Videos of HU</h1> <p>BuzzB — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:28:47 GMT</p> <p>Hello</p> <p>If there was one area I wish Crutchfield would work on is showing more videos of the HU's in action. Granted I know with the constant flow of models introduced you cannot cover every model. But when it comes to display car Head Units in action are a serious matter. </p> <p>We have 8 bit, OEL, motion display, variable color, dimmers, spectrum analyzers, graph indicators, text scrolling, to bright to dim. Granted also it's always good to check it out in person but you cannot always find the model you are looking at. Most of the time I try to find a video of a Hu in action via Google but it's limited and guess what...most hits come back to Crutchfield. Most videos like the JVC KD-S100 are a perfect example of what would be great to see. </p> <p> </p> <p>On the other hand I'm looking a the kenwood KDC-MP642 and it has a long list of all sort of display options and types and I have yet found any video or for tha matter images showing what it actually can display. The image on Crutchfield is basically the same as everywhere else. I think if we saw 2-3 minutes of a HU doing a simple run thru would not only help buyers but may even put Crutchfield one step more ahead of other retailers.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Kenny J</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Sub Enclosure</h1> <p>tonyrizz1 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:42:55 GMT</p> <p>I am getting ready to build an enclosure for 2 12DVCs. The manufacturer calls for 3 cu. ft. per sub. For porting, they call for 2 3 x11 round ports per sub. The outside box dimensions I plan to use are as follows: 40"w x 16 1/2"h x 22"d. I will be using 1' MDF for the box and a 2x3/4" MDF baffle. I will have a separation panel between the chambers. The internal chamber dimensions are as follows: 18.5"w x 14"h x 20"d. </p> <p>In the desing, the subs will be firing upward with the ports on the back panel. How will this affect the sound/performance of the subs?</p> <p>Also, if I were to use a slot vent, how would I calculate the area and length required for the vent?</p> <p>What would be the best material for porting?</p> <p>Finally, any suggestions on what glue and type of fasteners to use would be helpful. Thanks</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Which amp?</h1> <p>thebeastZELLERS — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:19:00 GMT</p> <p>Right now I am stuck from choosing between two amps. Theres the Alpine MRP M1000 and the Kicker 08ZX1000.1, now I know Kicker is known for their amps but its a $100 more than the Alpine and I don't just want to shell out that 100 if the Alpine will push my subs hard enough, they're 2 RF P3 2OHM 12". I don't know if the Alpine will fully be great like people say or if I should just go ahead and get the Kicker. Any opinions?</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>panasonic, do new models still have problem ???</h1> <p>concened — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 08:41:11 GMT</p> After months of research I see.. nice pic almost from every posters comment .I would recomend to a friend . all reports said more bang for the buck..720 p looks great on this why get 1080 ..etc. yet dependabilty is more important to me !!!!! I was about to order a TH-50px80u ...NOW I see the issues w/ power supplies and such causing shut downs and codes on this site. is it really that wide spread? .have they RECTIFIED this problem on current models? No pun intended .. should I be concerned ??? I saw a TH-M50HD18 ( I don't want it because it's probably spec'ed cheaper for Wally World) at walmart and I liked the pic and It seemed to have many of the same features does any one know the differance between the two models????. Jeff can you or your staff and or any one answer these questions??????/ HELP and THANX in advance .........."Concerned"<div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>problem with amp</h1> <p>flboy407 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:14:25 GMT</p> <p>My subs are working in the morning but around 3 or 4 o'clock my subs stop working and the volume on my mids and highs decrease. I am wondering if this sounds like the amps are over heating. Both amps are hooked up to a power cap. I am also wondering if that is an issue as well. I am going to sell my subs and amp and i need to figure out what is wrong with them before I sell them. If anyone can help that will be great.</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Harmony remote compatibility</h1> <p>chukker — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:01:22 GMT</p> <p>I have an older model Harmony remote to coordinate all the components of my audio/video experience. The one function that it doesn't seem to be able to control is the "sleep" function on the television set (Sony) or the receiver (also Sony). Does anybody else know how this issue can be addressed so that one remote really is enough?</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>looking for a wall mountable center channel that is thin</h1> <p>Puneet — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:39:13 GMT</p> <p>I already have built in surround sound in my house. I have wall mounted a 52 inch TV and there is already a cable coming out of the wall for the center channel speaker. The problem is I cannot find a thin enough speaker that can actually be mounted above the TV. Any ideas? One thought is to buy a sound bar but not sure if that would work. Would appreciate any suggestions.</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Setting the Gain</h1> <p>mbowen89 — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:58:04 GMT</p> <p>System Specs:</p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><b>Pioneer GM-X862</b></span><br /><b>Maximum power output</b> --- 250 W × 2 / 760 W × 1<br /><b>Continuous power output</b> ---<br />125 W × 2 (at 14.4 V, 4 Ω, 20 — 20,000 Hz, 0.08% THD)<br />380 W × 1 (at 14.4 V, 4 Ω, 20 — 20,000 Hz, 0.8% THD)<br />190 W × 2 (at 14.4 V, 2 Ω, 20 — 20,000 Hz, 0.8% THD)<br /><b>Load impedance</b> --- <br />4 Ω (2 — 8 Ω allowable)<br />(Bridge connection: 4 — 8 Ω allowable)</p> <p> <a href="http://www.crutchfield.com/p_1081252W/Infinity-Reference-1252w.html" target="_blank" title="http://www.crutchfield.com/p_1081252W/Infinity-Reference-1252w.html">Infinity Reference 1252w</a></p> <h4><a href="http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_951_Single+12-+Sealed+MDF+Enclosure+-12SQTC-.html">Single 12" Sealed MDF Enclosure</a></h4> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>I seem to only have a slight understanding of what the gain is actually doing on the amp.</p> <p>I just assumed that you would set the gain knob somewhere below where you could <b>hear</b> clipping... but this seems to not be the case...let me explain.</p> <p> </p> <p>I just bought a 12" Infinity Reference 1252W, as well as an older amp. The sub was 8ohm bridged across the 2 channels on the amp. The sub handles 60-300W...and my amp should be supply about 250W, so I am not overpowering the sub.</p> <p>The thing is, the sub just went out, and barely does anything, just a little rattling. I already have a replacement on the way, but I don't want to have a repeat of this. The tech support said that it was most likely my gain that had done this. I am assuming I messed up the coils or something.. because the cone and such were fine looking.</p> <p> </p> <p>So what did I do? How could I have had the gain too high if I tried to stay on the safe side and made sure I couldn't ever hear any clipping? I read that it CAN be clipping and you can't even hear it... could this have been happening. If I am understanding this right... when it is clipping, the cone is pushed out and held there, turning all the power into heat, etc now. This starts damaging your coils/sub then? If all this is true... then I need to get my gain set right.</p> <p> </p> <p>So, I have a line converter on both of my rear speaker wires with an adjustment knob for each channel. I would say I should max both of these correct, in order to send the most voltage into the amp input. Then I should set my head unit to about 75-80% full volume. Here is what I do now, I set my bass to about 0-30% on my head unit, because I don't want to be driving my rear 6x9s with too much bass since I have a sub now. I can adjust the bass then on the head unit to get more bass out of my sub.</p> <p>So now I should adjust the gain on my amp. Turning it left increases the voltage, which means it does what? It sets the voltage at where the amp will provide max power? Turning it right sets the voltage lower, so it will give max power sooner, and start clipping more, correct?</p> <p> </p> <p>Just for example sake, let me see if I understand this. If I have 2V on the RCA input of the amp from the line converter, and I set the gain at 7V on the amp, as soon as the voltage reaches 7V it will clip on the output? If I crank the volume on the HU the input voltage increases and I will start clipping more correct? So how do I balance all of this out??</p> <p>It sounds like the hardest part might be finding the actual clipping point for 90% of music since it seems it can be clipping and doing damage, yet I can't even tell that it is doing so!</p> <p> </p> <p>Lots of questions here... hopefully someone can explain the answers to me! Thanks :)</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Car Battery Question</h1> <p>Getchell — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:11:22 GMT</p> <p>I recently installed 2 12'' kicker cvr's in my vehicle powered by a Kicker zx750.1 amp. It's sounds amazing, no complaints there. </p> <p>But my amp is pushing out anywhere from 1,500-2,000 watts (kicker always under rates their products, so not sure on exact number), and when i turn it up, my lights start to dim and fade from all the power needed from my system.</p> <p>I don't want to upgrade to a better alternator, i want a cheap solution.</p> <p>At first i thought about investing in a capacitor, but the capacitor just uses power from my car battery, which will do nothing, i think? (anyone with better info please inform me on this topic)</p> <p>Then i thought about a complete second battery, such as the optima battery. If i used that, it would make my lights not dim and fade. But than it doesnt have anything to charge itself, so it will wear down quickly. (once again, anyone with better info on this lmk)</p> <p>So if someone, anyone can help me come up with the cheapest, easiest solution to making sure my lights don't dim when the bass hits, it would be greatly appreciated. All ideas welcome. </p> <p>Thanks.</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Searched but coulndt find the answer 2001 Ford head unit</h1> <p>sahrab — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:38:52 GMT</p> <p>Hi, </p> <p>I have a 2001 Ford F350 Lariat LE(4 captains chairs) Crew Cab with the factory stereo (CD and cassette) and speakers. I was interested in replacing the head unit, with future plans on adding an amp, changing out the speakers and add a sub. I wasnt to particular about the CD/DVD options, but like the media playing units with USB (non-IPOD MP3 player). </p> <p>Previosly i had replaced my head unit with a Ford MACH(Factory in dash 6 disc changer) unit (from e-bay lol) but did not realize it was a non-powered head unit and would need to install amps (the factory ones came with the deal) which was more work than i was willing to put in at the time.</p> <p>After recieving one of the recent Crutchfield catalogues, I browsed Crutchfield to see whats available but was really disapointed and confused when i was directed to single DIN units. I know there are install kits available (or included?) but they typically add a pocket for the excess space, my truck already has a storage pocket under the stereo and adding another doesnt apeal to me. The factory stereo is much larger than a single DIN, based on the dimensons listed for the DD (double DIN?) units it would seem these should fit. </p> <p>Can someone clarify this? Is it possible to put a Double DIN unit in place of the stocker?</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Kenwood DNX8120 Ipod not connecting</h1> <p>jasimps — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:01:55 GMT</p> <p>I have used my ipod classic 120GB with my DNX8120 in the past and it worked fine. Last time I tried to hook it up, the on screen controls would not come up...just said "disconncted". I could control the music on the ipod itself while it was connected to the receiver, and I can hear the audio. So, it is obviously connected....why have the on screen controls stopped working?</p> <p> </p> <p>thanks in advance,</p> <p>alden </p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Recommend BluRay player with DIVX ?</h1> <p>lhousesoccer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:47:35 GMT</p> <p>H</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Anti-theft suggestions for Pioneer AVH-P3100DVD Receiver</h1> <p>calexan1 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:02:10 GMT</p> <p>Hello. I replaced my factory head unit in my 2002 Saturn L200 with the Pioneer AVH-P3100DVD Receiver. I absolutely love the receiver, but am a little concerned that I mave have created more attention to my car with the nice flat screen sitting in the dash. Because this model does not have a detachable faceplate or flip-down face, does anyone know of any anti-theft covers or ideas / products to hide this unit from potential burglars? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance...</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Finding the right sub</h1> <p>dodge05ram — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:47:07 GMT</p> <p>I'd like to get a list of all the $200'ish 12" subs stocked by Crutchfield suitable for a 1.3 cu.ft. sealed box, but I'm having trouble finding any way to sort by box volume. Not willing to search the spec's of every mid-priced 12" sub in their catalog, is there a way to do an advanced search or parametric filtering? The search filers they provide always seem pretty useless.</p> <p>Short of that, does anyone know of another site that DOES allow one to sort subs by recommended box volume? It seems like a pretty basic requirement for anyone searching out a speaker to fit a particular box.</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>How to hook up 4 speakers and a sub to a 4 channel amp</h1> <p>EasyShareZ — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:31:10 GMT</p> <p>Hello all,</p> <p>And so glad I found this forum. A lot of very useful things here. Alrighty, here's my question.</p> <p>This is the stereo I am hooking into it ---> http://i50.tinypic.com/200698k.jpg</p> <p>I just bought a Amp, Here is a picture of it ---> http://i46.tinypic.com/1gjf42.jpg</p> <p>Here is the specs of the amp:</p> <p><b>4 CH 1800W Car Audio Amplifier, MP3 AMP. IPOD </b></p> <p><span></span></p> <div style="width:100%;"> <p align="left"><b><span style="font-family:Arial;color:#336699;">FEATURES</span></b></p> <ul> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">High Efficiency FET switching power supply.</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">0.05% THD</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">LED power ON indicator</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Built-in automatic short protection circuit</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Built-in automatic over-load protection circuit</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Built-in automatic thermal protection circuitry</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Built-in crossover</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Treble/Bass Controls</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Wide Range of input level</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Adjustable input levels</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Remote On/Off control</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Automotive Type fuses</span></div> </li> </ul> <p align="left"><b><span style="font-family:Arial;color:#336699;">SPECIFICATIONS</span></b></p> <ul> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Power supply voltage: 13.5 volt DC (allowable from 10.8 to 15.6V)</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Total harmonic distortion: less than 0.05%</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Output power: see following</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Output impedance: 10K ohm at the low-level input</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Input sensitivity: Adjustable from 100mV to 1V</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Frecuency response: 10Hz-30KHz +/- 1dB</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Signal to noise ratio: more than 80 dB</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Stereo separation: more than 50dB</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Fuse type: plug-in automotive type</span></div> </li> <li> <div align="left"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:x-small;">Dimensions: 9.5 X 10.75 X 2.5</span></div> </li> </ul> </div> <div style="width:100%;">Here is the connections view of it ---> http://i46.tinypic.com/2mzibzb.jpg</div> <div style="width:100%;"><br /></div> <div style="width:100%;">Here is the levels view of it ---> http://i50.tinypic.com/2eztdhl.jpg</div> <div style="width:100%;"><br /></div> <div style="width:100%;">I am wanting to hook up 4 speakers and a sub woofer to this. Can someone please let me know how and where to hook the sub?</div> <div style="width:100%;">If you need more information, please just let me know.</div> <div style="width:100%;"><br /></div> <div style="width:100%;">Thanks</div> <div style="width:100%;">Easy<br /></div><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> <article> <h1>Alpine NVE-P1 Update</h1> <p>bornonaf1 — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:56:02 GMT</p> <p>Anyone heard anything about an update/ replacement for the NVE-P1?</p><div style="clear:both;"></div> </article> </main></body></html>