Ammonium Posted September 3, 2011 Report Share Posted September 3, 2011 Hey guys. Long time reader. First time Poster. Well, today I got a "In line RCA Gain controller" Basically, I plug the RCA from my head unit, into this box, and out of this box back to the amp. I was wondering how you all would go about setting this up. Would you just leave my amp gains alone (Set by ear, I can't afford much more. ) at around 3/4ths max? Or would I turn the gain on the amp ALL THE WAY UP, and then control it up front, and set it about 3/4ths max up there? I figured I would leave it at 3/4ths in the back, so that way if any of my jackass friends play with it, they dont clip my subs! Just wondering if any of you had some input, or advice, for a newbie! THANKS! This is the EXACT model I have, Amazon Specs. I paid 22 out the door, with a small set of 1.5ft RCA's to add to my headunit. I don't think I did to bad, since he wanted 30 (local shop) and I bargained him down! Quote 1990 Cadillac Seville. 123,000 miles. AUTO-TEK 1000.1 Mono Bridged ||| -- 2 12" (2 OHM DVC) Hifonic Brutus Subs || 600RMS / 1500PEAK -- ||| Wired At 4 Ohms MONO I'm new to this, but I'm learning! ||| Anyone KNOW where I can get Term-labbed around Canton Ohio? ||| I'm aware that my amp is shitty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotdog Posted September 3, 2011 Report Share Posted September 3, 2011 (edited) What kind of head unit do you have Edited September 3, 2011 by Hotdog Quote (NEW) 2004 F-150 Build Log -->http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/192208-hotdogs-f-150-build-log/ 2003 Mercury Mountaineer Build Log --> http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/114380-hotdogs-2003-mountaineer-build-log-20-removed/page__gopid__1602379#entry1602379 2008 Equinox Build Log --> http://www.stevemead...g/#entry1475764 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ammonium Posted September 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2011 I believe this is my head unit. Head Unit Specs. It looks exactly, and I mean, EXACTLY like that. So Im assuming thats correct. I dont know the part number off the top of my head. I got it used for 30 dollars, and have had it for a little over 8 months? It has performed great. I use it mainly for the 3.5mm in, to use my IPOD on it. The only reason I wanted the inline, is because I listen to a lot of hip-hop, dubstep, and rock music. My box is slotport, and some of my rock gets a little... drowned out? I just want to turn it down sometimes for different music! Quote 1990 Cadillac Seville. 123,000 miles. AUTO-TEK 1000.1 Mono Bridged ||| -- 2 12" (2 OHM DVC) Hifonic Brutus Subs || 600RMS / 1500PEAK -- ||| Wired At 4 Ohms MONO I'm new to this, but I'm learning! ||| Anyone KNOW where I can get Term-labbed around Canton Ohio? ||| I'm aware that my amp is shitty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotdog Posted September 3, 2011 Report Share Posted September 3, 2011 Well with out an Oscilloscope or a SMD DD-1 you going to have to use this chart with a DMM . Quote (NEW) 2004 F-150 Build Log -->http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/192208-hotdogs-f-150-build-log/ 2003 Mercury Mountaineer Build Log --> http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/114380-hotdogs-2003-mountaineer-build-log-20-removed/page__gopid__1602379#entry1602379 2008 Equinox Build Log --> http://www.stevemead...g/#entry1475764 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ammonium Posted September 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2011 I didn't even KNOW charts like this EXISTED! I am very greatful that you showed that too me! Time to bust out the meter and see how close I actually was to setting this thing correctly! Also, if my amp is 1000 watts at 12V, and my car runs at 14V (I think its 14V when turned on? Does that sound right?) Does that mean it actually puts out a little more than 1000? Would 1,100 be safe to assume? Or is there a way I can see its MAX out with the meter? I am new to this, and well, electronics in general, so Im glad that chart has detailed instructions! I know the amp is rated at 12V, since the guy at Horizon told me, (And he seems to be pretty on top of stuff!) and thats why Im asking. I just really want to be able to do things right the first time! Or at least until I can afford a better amp! lol. ( Where would I look to order a SMD DD? I looked on the home page and saw nothing! D: I know theres a waiting list right now, but that just gives me time to save some money! Quote 1990 Cadillac Seville. 123,000 miles. AUTO-TEK 1000.1 Mono Bridged ||| -- 2 12" (2 OHM DVC) Hifonic Brutus Subs || 600RMS / 1500PEAK -- ||| Wired At 4 Ohms MONO I'm new to this, but I'm learning! ||| Anyone KNOW where I can get Term-labbed around Canton Ohio? ||| I'm aware that my amp is shitty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotdog Posted September 3, 2011 Report Share Posted September 3, 2011 Use the chart according to the amps ratings not what you think it can do. Distortion Detector link http://wccaraudio.com/distortion-detector.html Quote (NEW) 2004 F-150 Build Log -->http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/192208-hotdogs-f-150-build-log/ 2003 Mercury Mountaineer Build Log --> http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/114380-hotdogs-2003-mountaineer-build-log-20-removed/page__gopid__1602379#entry1602379 2008 Equinox Build Log --> http://www.stevemead...g/#entry1475764 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ammonium Posted September 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2011 You sir, have MADE my night. And thats not priced nearly what I expected... (In a good way, I expected like 300 lol.) But I am new to all this! I found some pretty nice prices thanks to this place, on things my local shop has WAY MARKED UP! Nothing against the guy, but hell, Im glad I bought a lot of things used locally, because I would have gotten jipped! But hey they have to make profit to stay open! Thank you for all your help, hotdog! I will be sure to set the amp accordingly, and then use my inline at 100% when I need it, and 0% when I dont! Hopefully this will stop my subs from making the amp PROTECT so much. Quote 1990 Cadillac Seville. 123,000 miles. AUTO-TEK 1000.1 Mono Bridged ||| -- 2 12" (2 OHM DVC) Hifonic Brutus Subs || 600RMS / 1500PEAK -- ||| Wired At 4 Ohms MONO I'm new to this, but I'm learning! ||| Anyone KNOW where I can get Term-labbed around Canton Ohio? ||| I'm aware that my amp is shitty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotdog Posted September 3, 2011 Report Share Posted September 3, 2011 Amp is probably protecting on you because your gain is set to high. on a side not since your in Canton Ohio have you ever been to the NFL Hall of Fame ? Quote (NEW) 2004 F-150 Build Log -->http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/192208-hotdogs-f-150-build-log/ 2003 Mercury Mountaineer Build Log --> http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/114380-hotdogs-2003-mountaineer-build-log-20-removed/page__gopid__1602379#entry1602379 2008 Equinox Build Log --> http://www.stevemead...g/#entry1475764 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ammonium Posted September 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2011 Yeah I have been there 2 or 3 times. I only live about 15 minutes from it actually. I'm not a huge sports fan, but I have gone with some of my pals and it was a neat place to see. Lots of history there! Quote 1990 Cadillac Seville. 123,000 miles. AUTO-TEK 1000.1 Mono Bridged ||| -- 2 12" (2 OHM DVC) Hifonic Brutus Subs || 600RMS / 1500PEAK -- ||| Wired At 4 Ohms MONO I'm new to this, but I'm learning! ||| Anyone KNOW where I can get Term-labbed around Canton Ohio? ||| I'm aware that my amp is shitty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotdog Posted September 3, 2011 Report Share Posted September 3, 2011 One day I am going to go there and check it out. Anyway welcome to the Forum.. Long time reader. First time Poster. Quote (NEW) 2004 F-150 Build Log -->http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/192208-hotdogs-f-150-build-log/ 2003 Mercury Mountaineer Build Log --> http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/114380-hotdogs-2003-mountaineer-build-log-20-removed/page__gopid__1602379#entry1602379 2008 Equinox Build Log --> http://www.stevemead...g/#entry1475764 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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