Owner's Manual

OEM Input Connections continued...
It is vital to observe the correct electrical polarity of each channel’s input
signal. Failure to do so can result in improper calibration, loss of signal and
poor performance.
Some factory audio amplifiers employ a load detection circuit that looks for
a low-impedance load (expecting a speaker) in order to enable audio output.
When a high-impedance load like the input section of the FiX™ 86 is connected
to these factory amplifiers, the audio outputs will mute.
After installing the FiX™ 86 and turning on the audio system, if there is no
output from the factory amplifier, a FiX-LSA-4 Load-Sensing Adaptor (sold
separately) will need to be inserted inline with the FiX™ 86’s inputs. The FiX-
LSA-4 presents a safe and appropriate load to the factory amplifier and corrects
the muting behavior. Refer to the FiX-LSA-4 manual for detailed instructions.
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Output Connections
The FiX™ 86 offers analog, 4-volt (RMS) line-level output jacks (RCA-type) to feed
audio signals to your aftermarket system. Analog outputs are compatible with
most types of aftermarket signal processors or amplifiers. The output jacks are
located below the “Power Connector” and are divided into three sets of output
jacks (Left and Right) as follows:
Label Description
Front Outputs Full-range, OEM fader-controlled, front outputs
Rear Outputs Full-range, OEM fader-controlled, rear outputs
Sub Outputs Full-range, non-fading, front + rear summed outputs
The level of these outputs is proportional to the level of the input signals fed into
the FiX™ 86, using the OEM volume, fader and balance controls. Output levels
may also be controlled using an optional remote controller (sold separately). See
section 7 for more info.
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Status LEDs
Located on top of the unit are two sets of LEDs used to report the status of the
FiX™ 86. Arranged in left (L) and right (R) pairs, the LEDs are divided by category
(Input Status and Calibration Status) and may be referenced during setup,
calibration and normal use. Refer to the markings above the LEDs for specific
behavior definitions.
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Turn-On Mode
The FiX™ 86 is designed to perform as a turn-on and turn-off controller for the
aftermarket components in your system. There are three options to control its
method of turn-on, which can be selected via the “Turn-on Mode” switch located
on the top of the FiX™ 86. Refer to the table on the next page for detailed info
and decide which option is best suited for your specific system.