model 6500
© 2002 Directed Electronics, Inc
CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations for choosing a Directed Audio five-band parametric equalizer from Directed Electronics. Directed has been the industry leader in high-quality mobile audio and security since 1990, and with the introduction of the Directed Audio 6500 five-band parametric equalizer, Directed continues to set new standards of performance, reliability and affordability in the mobile electronics industry.
LIMITED TWO-YEAR CONSUMER WARRANTY Directed Electronics, Inc. promises to the original purchaser, to replace this product should it prove to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use, for a period of two years from the date of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the product PROVIDED the product was installed by an authorized Directed dealer.
FEATURES 18dB boost/cut filters with adjustable center frequencies. Three switched inputs for controlling multiple sources. Dual function controls pull out for easy system tuning. Selectable dual color illumination and backlit controls. Separately adjustable front and rear high-pass crossovers. Built-in remote output with turn-on delay for switching on amps. Dedicated subwoofer output with adjustable low-pass crossover. 30V MOSFET switching power supply.
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES 1. Read this manual carefully and in its entirety before installing this equalizer. ground and any moving parts that can tangle the wires such as heater controls or wiper motors. 2. Always disconnect the battery or remove the fuses for circuits you will be working on. 6. Route all power and signal cables as far as possible from other vehicle wiring harnesses. Loom when appropriate. 3.
CONTROL PANEL FEATURES balance of the high-pass output jacks. Adjustment Knobs The 6500 five-band parametric equalizer features dual-function control knobs that extend when needed for adjustments and retract when not in use, allowing full adjustability with minimum control panel clutter. When the knobs are extended for adjustment they have an in and out position that allows each knob to control multiple processor settings.
5. High-PPass Output Frequency Control IN/FRONT OUT FREQUENCY: When in this knob controls the high-pass crossover point for the front outputs between 30Hz and 400 Hz at 12dB/octave. OUT/REAR OUT FREQUENCY: When out this knob controls the high pass crossover point for the rear outputs between 30Hz and 400 Hz at 12dB/octave. NOTE: If rear panel switch #7 is in the full range position this knob has no function. 6.
REAR PANEL FEATURES Power Connector 1. Remote Turn On Output - This output is intended to be the remote turn on for the system amplifiers and has a built-in delay. Two to three seconds after the 6500 receives a (+)12V turn on signal it will send a (+)12V turn on signal to the amplifiers. This feature is designed into the 6500 to eliminate system turn-on pops that can occur when several components turn on at the same time. 2.
8. Front Amplifier Output - These are output jacks for sending the audio signal to the front amplifier. are output jacks for sending the audio signal to the subwoofer amplifier. 9. Rear Amplifier Output - These are output jacks for sending the audio signal to the rear amplifier. 11. Source 1 Input - This is the input for the main source unit. 10. Subwoofer Amplifier Output - These 12. Source 2 Input - This is the input for the secondary source unit.
CROSSOVER AND FILTER ADJUSTMENTS The crossover and filter gain adjustments can be performed two different ways, by using a piece of audio test equipment called an RTA (Real Time Analyzer) or by listening to a familiar piece of music. The RTA is most commonly used to achieve the flattest possible system response in preparation for a sound-off competition. Although an RTA may help in setting a flat system response, it does not allow for your personal listening preferences.
SYSTEM DIAGRAM ILLUMINATION SWITCH HIGH PASS OUTPUT SWITCH ATC 3A GROUND REMOTE IN (+)12V CONSTANT REMOTE OUT To Front Amp To Rear Amp To Sub Amp To Source 2 To Source 1 12 © 2002 Directed Electronics, Inc
SPECIFICATIONS Directed model 6500 Filter Parameters Sub 30-70Hz, Mid-bass 125-250Hz, Low-mid 400-800Hz. Hi-mid 1.55kHz Hi 8-20kHz Boost/Cut 18dB/octave maximum Filter Bandwidth Varies with center frequency Crossover/Range LP/HP, 12dB/octave, variable 30400Hz Signal-to-Noise Ratio 100dB @ 1 volt input Frequency Response 20Hz-30kHz, +/- 0.
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The company behind this system is Directed Electronics, Inc. Since its inception, Directed has had one purpose, to provide customers with the finest vehicle security, car stereo products, rear seat entertainment, and accessories available. The recipient of more than 20 patents in the field of advanced electronic Directed Electronics, Inc. Vista, California 92083 www.directed.com technology, Directed is ISO 9001 registered.
