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THREE.1 tm In-Dash Table Of Contents Introduction Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Congratulations on your purchase of a truly unique Features and Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 and versatile product, the AudioControl THREE.1(pronounced Three Point One), the latest addition to the growing family of A Guided Tour of the THREE.1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . .
® Features of the THREE.1 : QUICK INSTALLATION INFO • Stereo graphic equalization For those of you who are short on time and brimming • Para-BASS band low frequency contouring with confidence, or caffeine for that matter, refer to pages 9, 10 and 11 (Figures 6, 7, 8 and 9). As a matter of reference the • 24dB/Octave Linkwitz Riley crossover THREE.
THREE.1 tm In-Dash FEATURES AND HIGHLIGHTS The following section will tell you about all of the nifty features of your THREE.1. Knowing these features will help you maximize the performance of your THREE.1 in-dash equalizer/crossover. You will also score points with your fellow autosound buddies. Graphic Stereo Equalization: The THREE.1 turns the dashboard of your car into a mini-mixing board, just like that in a recording studio. The THREE.1 has three frequency controls set at 10KHz, 1.
® Balanced Inputs: The THREE.1 uses a unique balanced Fader Control: The THREE.1 has 4 output channels differential input circuit that helps cancel any noise that radiates into the signal path between the source unit and and a fader control to allow for easy balancing between the front and rear speakers. your THREE.1. The Most Important Feature Of All: Reliability. That’s right, your AudioControl THREE.
THREE.1 tm In-Dash A GUIDED TOUR OF THE THREE.1 1. Graphic Equalization Bands: Three stereo 4. Fader: When amplifier channels are connected to the front and rear outputs, the fader control will allow you controls centered at 125Hz, 1.25KHz, and 12.5 KHz with 12dB of cut or boost. These controls should be used to tweak your to fade the signal level back and forth. This also means you can have front and rear fading even though your source unit system, depending upon your mood.
® 6. Input Jacks: The THREE.1 has 2 sets of inputs, MAIN and SPEAKER LEVEL. Theses inputs should get their signals from the main source unit/head unit and should attach to either RCA jacks or speaker leads that are coming out of your 8 7 6 source unit. Connecting the RCA and speaker level inputs at the same time will cause a tear in the time space continuum. 7. Output Jacks: Next to the inputs are the outputs which should be connected to the front, rear and subwoofer amplifiers, if applicable. 8.
THREE.1 tm In-Dash 10. Input Gain Control: These potentiometers (aka 13. Ground Isolation Selector: This feature allows “pots”) are used to increase the amount of signal voltage to your power amplifiers. With these controls you can provide you to change the power supply ground for different systems. When the THREE.1 is shipped from the factory, the up to 13 volts(peak) to your amplifier’s inputs.
® INSTALLING YOUR THREE.1 IN-DASH EQUALIZER/CROSSOVER Having absorbed everything in the manual up to this point, then you probably know we endorse having a professional install your THREE.1 as it would be in your best interest. Above and beyond having all of the appropriate Figure 4: THREE.1 with mounting brackets technical know-how and experience, they have lots of cool tools. center console is the most logical.
THREE.1 tm In-Dash B. THREE.1 Power Wiring Ground Connection: Use the same gauge wire as you • ENLIGHTENING INFO • Disconnect the negative terminal of your car’s battery before working on any electrical connections. Failure to do so could lead to a dramatic spark in your life. Remote Turn-On: Connect a 22 to 18 gauge wire from the head-unit’s remote turn-on to the “Remote” connector on the THREE.1.
® Front, rear and subwoofer amplifier C. THREE.1 Audio Wiring Planning: As you may already have guessed, there are numerous ways to configure the THREE.1 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 possibilities. Figure 6: THREE.
THREE.1 tm In-Dash Four channel and subwoofer amplifier Figure 7: THREE.1 source unit, 4 channel amp and sub amplifier Using a factory installed source unit Figure 8: THREE.
® Simple 2-way system D. Level Matching Many manufacturers claim that their source units produce signal voltages in the area of 2 to 4 volts. However, what they neglect to mention is that you only achieve these incredible voltage levels when the volume is turned all the way up. Try listening to that all of the time. By following the level matching steps for the THREE.1 you will be able to take full advantage of the high voltage output of your head unit. 1.
THREE.1 tm In-Dash volume control on the THREE.1 will now be the master volume control. 3. Using a small screwdriver, adjust the “Input Gain” control on the top of the THREE.1 until the yellow “Overload” LED starts to flicker with the music (NOTE: If the OVERLOAD light does not come on, because of the low output of the source unit, turn the Input Gain pot to maximum). 4. Turn off the entire system and attach the output RCA’s from the THREE.1 to the next component in line.
® Para-BASS Controls: The Para-BASS system control works with any systems that can reproduce bass in the 4080Hz range. The bass response in a system is affected by four factors (1) the acoustics of the vehicle, (2) the location of the speakers, (3) the music on the tape, CD, or source unit and (4) the speakers used.
THREE.1 tm In-Dash If You Like The THREE.1, You’ll Love... G. Troubleshooting The EQL Concert Series is Problem Suggestions No Sound 1. Check “Power” and remote turn on for proper voltage. (Is power light on?) 2. Center the fader control. 3. Turn up “Input Gain” control. 4. Check ground connections. 5. Is the “Aux” button in the wrong position? Hiss Distorting Speakers Whine 1. Turn down amp gains 2. Turn down amp gains 3. Turn down amp gains 4.
® The WARRANTY 2. You must keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase People are scared of warranties. Lots of fine print. Months of waiting around. Well, fear no more, this warranty is designed to make you rave about us to your friends. It’s a warranty that looks out for you and helps you resist the showing when and from whom the unit was bought. We’re not the only ones who require this, so it’s a good habit to get into with any major purchase. 3. Your THREE.
THREE.1 tm In-Dash 6. If an authorized United States AudioControl dealer installs the THREE.1, the warranty is five years. Assuming you conform to 1 through 6, and it really isn’t all that hard to do, we get the option of fixing your old unit or replacing it with a new one. Legalese Section This is the only warranty given by AudioControl. This warranty gives you specific legal rights that vary from state to state. Promises of how well your THREE.1 will perform are not implied by this warranty.
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