INSTALLATION INFORMATION
1. The DXE needs to be installed in the signal path between your source unit and your
external amplifier(s).
2. Physically mount the DXE in a location that keeps it clean, cool, and dry. Don’t mount it
under a cup holder or in a storage box were it will be covered with the stuff that always
seems to collect in our cars.
3. Hook up +12 volt power, ground, and remote turn-on. Make sure the ground is perfectly
clean and tight. Remove all the paint and under coat before you screw it down.
4. Install the Crossover controller. This is optional. It can be temporarily installed for tuning
and then remove it when you’re complete.
5. Install the EQ Section into the dashboard or some other convenient location. Don’t fix it
permanently into place until your gains have been set.
6. Adjust the “Input Level” control on your DXE to match the source unit’s output. With the
head unit volume at about 75% of max, move the gain switch from 0dB to +6 dB. Look at
the input clip light on the front of the EQ. It should NOT be on. It may flash occasionally. If
it doesn’t flash, move the gains to +12dB. Unless you have a very low output head unit
the clip light will surely be flashing now. If it is move back to +6dB or +0dB.
7. Adjust the “Output Level” controls in the gain menu to match with your amplifier inputs.
The system may already be very loud. It is not uncommon to use more gain on some
amps. This is to compensate for the differences in speaker efficiency. Note: You will want
to turn the gains on your amplifiers DOWN to maximize your systems performance .
8. Complete the “System Design Worksheet” This will be you greatest asset during system
tuning
9. Enter your system setting from the worksheet. These are just a starting point. For
convenience the example systems shown in this manual have been pre-loaded into the
crossover. If you find one that suits your needs simply load the required preset and begin
final tuning.
10. Now the fun begins with the display close by start tweaking. It’s amazing how much a tiny
adjustment to your crossover frequency can change your system.
11. If at some point you feel you’re going nuts or can’t hear any difference you have become
fatigued. Just stop, your setting will automatically be saved to memory.
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