Six Channel Electronic Crossover Owners Enjoyment Manual C ongratulations on your purchase of the 6XS, the world’s first six channel, 24 dB/octave crossover with subwoofer level control. Whether this is your first product from the rainforest dwellers of AudioControl or you are already a firm believer, you will definitely enjoy the 6XS, as it quite honestly may be the last electronic crossover you will ever need to buy.
FEATURES AND HIGHLIGHTS OF 6XS Here are some of the cool features that make your 6XS crossover so special: AutoModetm Inputs: Whether your source unit has two, four, or six outputs, the 6XS will automatically switch the inputs to match. 24 dB/Octave Linkwitz-Riley Alignment Crossover: The programmable 24 dB/Octave audiophile caliber crossover in the 6XS is the same topology as in many other award winning AudioControl components.
We also highly recommend that you allow your authorized AudioControl dealer to perform the installation of your 6XS to maximize the performance of this nifty device. Not only do they have all the right knowledge and tools, but in the unlikely chance your 6XS should stop working, we will back it with a limited five years parts and labor warranty. Should you choose to install it yourself, we will still give you one-year parts and labor warranty.
Important Note: If any of the previous QUICK INSTALLATION information does not make sense, than immediately STOP what you are doing and read the rest of this manual. If it still does not make sense, you will want to run to your nearest authorized AudioControl dealer to have them install your 6XS. Heck, if you don’t think you need to know more, you should still read on, because you can never know too much.
GUIDED TOUR OF 6XS The Top View Ì Í Ê Ë Figure 3: Top View Of The 6XS 1) Inputs: The 6XS has three pairs of inputs; FRONT, REAR, AND SUBWOOFER. These inputs should get their signals from the main source unit/head unit. If your source unit has front, rear, and subwoofer outputs (aka “six channel”), connect them to the identical inputs on your 6XS.
2) Outputs: These RCA connectors should be connected to the amplifier(s) that are in your system. Depending upon your system configuration, you may or may not need to use all of the outputs. 3) Power Connectors: This nifty connector is a godsend to anyone who has tried to wire up their gear with their head crammed in a trunk. You can wire up the power, ground, and remote turn-on while conveniently standing outside your car and then casually plug it in the back of your 6XS.
WIRING THE AUDIO (without coffee) As you may already have guessed, there are numerous ways to configure the 6XS in your audio system. Spend a little quality time planning out your system and even sketching it out on paper if you can. The following diagrams are just a few of the system options: Figure 5: 6XS with EQS Figure 6: 6XS with FOUR.
AutoMode Inputs: If your source unit has front, rear, and subwoofer outputs (aka “six channel”), connect them to the identical inputs on your 6XS. However, if you are only using front and rear signals (four channel) or just two channels, the Auto Mode circuitry in your 6XS will automatically feed your subwoofer channel with signal from your front inputs. INSTALLING THE CHASSIS Up to this point everything you have read has served to educate you on the operations of 6XS.
Ground Connection: Use the same gauge wire as you did for the positive connector and run it from the “Ground” connector on the 6XS to the negative terminal of the battery, a ground bus, or a verified ground location. The factory head unit ground is not a good ground! When the electrical connections are complete, you may reconnect the negative terminal to your battery.
SETTING THE CROSSOVER MODULES Selecting the Crossover Frequencies: Your 6XS comes “preloaded” with crossover modules that will allow it to work in a number of system configurations.
If your system design calls out for crossover frequencies that your dealers does not stock, you can create custom modules by using the following formula: = Resistor Value In Kilohms __7200___ Frequency (Hz) Example: For a 2500Hz module - 7200/2500=2.88K ohms The 24 dB crossover module requires eight resistors of this value. Note: Use 1⁄4 watt carbon or metal film resistors of a 5% tolerance or better.
TROUBLESHOOTING No Power: If the Power LED on your 6XS will not turn on, check to make sure that the power wire and remote turn on wires are connected or a fuse has not blown. Sounds Distorted: Should your system sound distorted or your speakers are moving way too much, you should first decrease the remote level control and output levels on your 6XS.
And now a word from the legal department... THE WARRANTY People are scared of warranties. Lots of fine print. Months of waiting around. Well fear no more as this warranty is designed to allow you to fully enjoy your 6XS while raving about us to your friends. It’s a warranty that looks out for you and helps you resist the temptation to have your friend, “...who’s good with electronics”, try to repair your AudioControl product.
Unwarranted abuse is: (A) physical damage (don’t use the 6XS for a jack stand); (B) improper connections (120 volts into the power jack can fry the poor thing); (C) sadistic things. This is the best mobile product we know how to build, but if you mount it to the front bumper of your car, something will go wrong. 6. If an authorized United States AudioControl dealer installs the 6XS, the warranty is five years.
6XS SPECIFICATIONS All specifications are measured at 14.4 VDC (standard automotive voltage). As technology advances, AudioControl reserves the right to continuously change our specifications, like our weather, although we are working on it. Maximum output level ......................................... 9.5 Vrms/13.5 Vpeak Input/output channels......................... Selectable: 2, 4 or 6 channels Signal gain ..................................................... 0 to +12 dB front/rear ...................
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