AudioControl OVERDRIVE PLUS Owner'S Manual Download Page 1

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Line Driver / Volume Control 

Owner’s Enjoyment Manual 

Congratulations! 

You have just purchased a high-performance autosound product, the 

AudioControl OVERDRIVE PLUS Line Driver. The OVERDRIVE PLUS 

will allow you to utilize every last bit of performance and sound quality 

that you’ve always strived for from your vehicle’s sound system. In addi-

tion, your new OVERDRIVE PLUS provides you with an input to accept 

an 

optional

 dash mounted remote level control. The OVERDRIVE PLUS 

can now be both a line driver and a remote volume/bass control. Find a 

nice dry spot well away from the rainforest drizzle, and take in the clean 

air along with this Enjoyment Manual for the OVERDRIVE PLUS Line 

Driver.

 

Key Features of the OVERDRIVE PLUS:  

  • High signal voltage capability: 9.5 volts RMS output 
  • 24 dB of gain 
  • Input for 

optional 

Dash Control for remote level 

  • Ultra-low distortion, ultra-quiet operation 
  • Low noise, high current output circuitry 
  • High-headroom PWM switching power supply 
  • Selectable ground isolation 
  • Voltage indicator LEDs

Summary of Contents for OVERDRIVE PLUS

Page 1: ...ut to accept an optional dash mounted remote level control The OVERDRIVE PLUS can now be both a line driver and a remote volume bass control Find a nice dry spot well away from the rainforest drizzle and take in the clean air along with this Enjoyment Manual for the OVERDRIVE PLUS Line Driver Key Features of the OVERDRIVE PLUS High signal voltage capability 9 5 volts RMS output 24 dB of gain Input...

Page 2: ...mp volume control Low Noise High Current Output Circuitry Driving long lengths of cable can present a nasty capacitive load to the source that has to drive them The OVERDRIVE PLUS s low impedance high current output circuitry can easily handle long cable runs without their associated problems Output Voltage Indicators Setting voltage levels for best signal to noise performance can be a real pain e...

Page 3: ... Keep in mind that if you or your friends are good with electronics and you choose to install it yourselves your OVERDRIVE PLUS still has a 1 year parts and labor warranty To activate your warranty simply go on line to www audiocon trol com Click Mobile Audio then Warranty Registration and fill in the blanks Or you can go directly to http audiocontrolregistration com to register Also save your inv...

Page 4: ... amplifier Many can t handle more than about 2 volts input without clipping AudioControl units can take the full output of the OVERDRIVE PLUS If in doubt check with the manufacturer 3 Outputs Next to the inputs are the outputs which should be con nected to the next component in your system This could be an equalizer crossover amplifier or virtually any other electronic gadget you may have in your ...

Page 5: ...nents can handle it Any AudioControl component that you connect after the OVERDRIVE PLUS won t mind the 8 volt RMS light flickering Go ahead Light it up 6 Remote Level Control sold separately The port allows you to plug an optional dash mounted remote level control Now you can have a separate system volume control or if the OVERDRIVE PLUS is driving just your bass amp you can have a separate bass ...

Page 6: ...will be damaged the OVERDRIVE Plus just will not power up The Inside 8 Ground Isolation Jumpers OK we all know there are installation rules to follow for best results Power and signal wires should be on oppo site sides of the car All units should be tied to a single ground Yes that includes the head unit you know the factory ground sucks it s tied to the headlight dimmer But even when we follow al...

Page 7: ...s the basic idea behind setting levels in your car s system And that s why AudioControl provides gain in its signal processors Level Matching is about making sure you run just the right amount of signal into an electronic component If you send too much you ll experi ence the not so joyous sound of clipping At the same time you want the highest possible signal levels for best signal to noise ratio ...

Page 8: ... Installation Examples and Hookup Diagrams Basic 2 channel system with maximum dynamic range ...

Page 9: ... 2 Channel equalized system with active crossover equalizer Maximum bass system with The Epicenter Plus and active crossover ...

Page 10: ...ting position mark the two mount ing holes drill pilot holes and secure with two screws Custom Installation For that custom finished look the dash control can be flush mounted directly on the dash board or anywhere else Referencing the figure above disassemble the dash control from the mounting bracket Start by pushing the LED from its holder followed by removing the circuit board and rotary contr...

Page 11: ...p Review the Level Matching section on page 7 of this manual Level matching is what will allow you to get all the performance your OVER DRIVE PLUS is capable of Turn down your amp gains to their minimum setting as well as the gains of any other components coming after the OVERDRIVE PLUS Then you can run a higher signal better signal to noise into the amplifi ers Don t worry your amps will still go...

Page 12: ...unks rarely make good speaker boxes AudioControl Perfor mance Match products like the Concert Series 2XS and 6XS cross overs the Concert Series analog and digital equalizers and The Epicenter bass maximizer will help you overcome those barriers AudioControl components make it easy to adjust or voice components to the specific acoustics and hostile elements of your stereo system whether it s a slee...

Page 13: ... they ll honor the warranty If you honor these conditions we will warrant all materials and workmanship on your OVERDRIVE PLUS for five years from the date you bought it if installed by an authorized AudioControl dealer and will fix or replace it at our op tion during that time Here are the conditions that make this warranty conditional 1 We need to know that you bought your product from an author...

Page 14: ... 6 If an authorized United States AudioControl dealer installs your OVERDRIVE PLUS the warranty is five years otherwise the warranty is one year 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 Validate your warranty Visit http audiocontrolregistration com to register your OVERDRIVE PLUS Legalese Se...

Page 15: ...pply transformer isolated PWM DC DC converter Power draw 150mA Recommended fuse rating 1 Amp Size 5 00 x 4 25 x 1 25 Weight 2 lbs Input Ground Isolation Jumpers Yes Country of origin USA 2010 AudioControl a division of Electronic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc All rights reserved AudioControl Making Good Sound Better Performance Match The Epicenter and OVER DRIVE PLUS are all trademarks of Elec...

Page 16: ... 16 P N 913 104 0 22410 70th Avenue West Mountlake Terrace WA 98043 USA 425 775 8461 Fax 425 778 3166 www audiocontrol com ...

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