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Making Good Sound Great

Six Channel Line Output Converter

for interfacing with factory installed audio systems

Greetings from the rainforests of the Pacific Northwest.  We would 

like to congratulate you on your purchase of the LC6i: a six-chan-

nel, high-performance, line-output converter. This unique product 

will accept two, four, or six channels of speaker-level signal from 

a factory-installed amplifier or source unit, and convert it to a 

high-quality, low-noise pre-amp signal. Therefore the LC6i is an ideal 

OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) interface component, as it 

will allow you to use your factory-installed source unit but give you the 

ability to add really good aftermarket amplifier(s) and processor(s). 

Whether this is your first product from the rainforest dwellers of Audio-

Control, or you are already a firm believer, you will definitely enjoy how 

great the LC6i can make your performance system sound.
 Now before you start salivating just thinking about the benefits and all 

of the nifty applications for your LC6i, please take a few minutes to sit 

back, have a cold beverage, and read through this manual. We always 

love to get calls from our customers, but we have tried to answer all of 

your questions in this manual. It contains lots of useful facts and infor-

mation - - and besides, we spent a lot of time writing it! 

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Страница 1: ...as it will allow you to use your factory installed source unit but give you the ability to add really good aftermarket amplifier s and processor s Whether this is your first product from the rainforest dwellers of Audio Control or you are already a firm believer you will definitely enjoy how great the LC6i can make your performance system sound Now before you start salivating just thinking about t...

Страница 2: ... Ground wiring of a suitable thickness gauge to ensure adequate current to the apparatus 11 Use rubber grommets to protect wiring whenever passing wires through metal openings or bulkheads 12 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 13 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as the power inpu...

Страница 3: ...rols There are no user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified personnel Recycling notice If the time comes and this apparatus has fulfilled its destiny do not throw it out into the trash It has to be carefully recy cled for the good of mankind by a facility specially equipped for the safe recycling of electronic apparatii Please contact your local or state recycling leaders for assi...

Страница 4: ... of a 400 watt amplifier GTO Signal Sensing Inputs We have equipped your LC6i with our unique GTO Great Turn On signal sensing inputs Once the GTO input of your LC6i detects a speak er level signal on the Main Inputs it powers up When the speaker lev el signal goes away your LC6i will automatically turn off Optionally your LC6i is also equipped with a standard 12 Volt trigger Remote In that will a...

Страница 5: ...rnal jumpers allow you to sum the channels 2 and 3 to the main outputs or keep them separate AutoMode Inputs Sometimes in life and car audio we need more outputs than inputs Therefore we have equipped your LC6i with AutoMode inputs that take the Channel 2 signal and automatically feeds it to the Channel 3 outputs provided there is no signal present on the Channel 3 inputs This means your LC6i will...

Страница 6: ...every effort to en sure that you will have many years of enjoyment out of your LC6i To ensure optimal performance we highly recommend that you allow your authorized AudioControl dealer to perform the installation Not only do they have all the right knowledge and tools but also in the unlikely chance your LC6i should stop working we will back it with a limited five years parts and labor warranty Sh...

Страница 7: ...rnal amplifier and or processor s Locate the speaker wires that are coming from your factory source unit and or amplifier and connect them to the speaker level inputs on your LC6i 3 Connect the Output RCA connectors to cables that run to your aftermarket external signal processors and or amplifiers If this is not obvious to you quickly pack up your LC6i and run to your nearest authorized AudioCont...

Страница 8: ... 8 Figure 1 Basic LC6i System LC 6 1200 ...

Страница 9: ...nd if you need to know more then read on Heck if you don t need to know more still read on because you can never know too much and as much as we would like to get your calls and e mails most of the answers to your questions are in this manual ...

Страница 10: ... 10 A Guided Tour of the LC6i 9 10 1 6 5 4 3 2 11 8 7 Figure 2 LC6i top cover ...

Страница 11: ...3 12 Volt Connect to a good source of power the battery comes to mind again 4 Remote In Allows your LC6i to be turned on remotely with a 12 Volt signal 5 Remote Out Outputs 12 Volts when the LC6i is powered up so you can turn on external devices like signal processors and exter nal amplifiers DO NOT USE FOR SYSTEM POWER 6 Maximized Indicator This brightly colored LED indicates when your signal lev...

Страница 12: ...ey are amplified most factory installed source units have relatively high signal voltage output which will require you to decrease the signal level 11 Channel Summed Indicators Under the cover of your LC6i are jumpers that will allow you to sum selected channels into the main channels This is especially useful for factory installed sys tems with actively crossed over speaker systems These handy in...

Страница 13: ...el 2 or 3 is Summed The factory setting is Separate Ground Isolation Selector In case alternator noise appears in your sys tem we have provided alternative grounding connections Make sure your system is turned OFF before you move these jumpers GTO Great Turn On Jumper Enable or Disable GTO AutoMode Jumper Enable or Disable AutoMode Factory Settings Internal Jumpers Jumper Factory Setting Options G...

Страница 14: ... 14 LC6i Block Diagram Figure 4 LC6i Block Diagram ...

Страница 15: ...n in the trunk boot Since you will be connecting to the speaker wires from the factory source unit or its amplifier s you should select a location that is convenient for wiring Once you have selected a permanent mounting location position the unit and mark the appropriate mounting holes with a felt tip pin or scratch awl Before doing anything else make sure you are not about to drill a hole in a g...

Страница 16: ...head unit ground is not a good ground Remote In Connect a 22 to 18 gauge wire from the source unit s re mote turn on or other trigger to the Remote connector on the LC6i As we previously mentioned your LC6i is equipped with GTO signal sens ing which allows it turn on when it detects a signal at the Main speak er level inputs so you may not need to use the Remote In feature Remote Out If you are go...

Страница 17: ...ifi ers and or any signal processors You may already have guessed there are numerous ways to configure the LC6i in your audio system so we recommend you spend a little quality time planning out your system and even sketching it out on paper The next 2 pages show some examples of using the LC6i with some of our multi channel amplifiers and subwoofer amplifiers ...

Страница 18: ... 18 Interfacing with a factory installed radio Figure 5 LC6i system using summing functions 2 way front plus subwoofer 45 150 100 70 85 ACR 1 LC 4 800 LC 1 800 ...

Страница 19: ... 19 Figure 6 Six channel system with LC6i and EQS LC 6 1200 ...

Страница 20: ... color of the speaker wire connected to the speakers and follow them back to the factory source or amplifier Connect the speaker wires to the Speaker Level Inputs on your LC6i Make sure to get your pluses and minuses connected properly Pre Amp Outputs Connect good quality RCA connectors from these outputs to the inputs of your amplifiers While we won t get into the discussion as to wheth er pluton...

Страница 21: ...oise CD and a real time audio analyzer AudioControl happens to make a great one Refer to the diagram on the next page 1 Perform all of the steps necessary to install your LC6i 2 Connect the Main Outputs from your LC6i to the audio input on your real time analyzer Yes your amplifiers will be disconnect ed from the LC6i at this time 3 Start playing pink noise on your CD player and raise the volume l...

Страница 22: ... 22 Figure 7 Using an RTA to measure the Summed Response ...

Страница 23: ...e RCA cables between your LC6i and the amplifi er s Otherwise get some earplugs 3 Start playing some dynamic music and set the volume on your source unit to about 3 4 of maximum You should not be hearing anything at this point as the amplifiers are unplugged If you are hearing music go back to step 2 if you are hearing voices go see a doctor 4 Adjust the output level controls until the Maximized l...

Страница 24: ... the driver and in a spot where the LED is plainly visible Dash Bracket Installation The dash control mounts with two screws which attach to the under side of the dashboard Slide under the dash and place the dash control in its mounting position mark the two mounting holes drill pilot holes and secure with two screws Custom Installation For that custom finished look the dash control can be flush m...

Страница 25: ... 25 Dash Control LED The LED on your dash control is a dashing amber and should brighten or dim when you turn the knob Figure 8 Dash Control Assembly ...

Страница 26: ...using the GTO signal sensing to turn on your LC6i yet your system is turning off this may be due to a cellular phone interface or navigation system built in to your factory installed source unit These are known to route the audio signal away from your source unit s outputs In these situations it is recommended that you connect a 12 Volt trigger wire from the Remote In on the LC6i Sounds Distorted ...

Страница 27: ... this LED is for it to only flicker at higher levels and remain OFF at lower levels It is only there to indicate when the pre amp signal level in your LC6i is approaching the maximum level a k a clipping If it comes on and stays on even without music then you can panic If you like the LC6i then you ll love The EQS six channel equalizer is the perfect trunk mount processor for those of you who want...

Страница 28: ... breathtakingly steep 24dB per octave slopes If performance is important to you then you will appreciate the 6XS Of course if you are just looking for deeper chest thumping bass then The Epicenter our patented U S patent 4 698 842 bass restoration processor is just the hot ticket It puts the woof back in your woofers ...

Страница 29: ...ditions have to be met before they ll honor the warranty If you meet all of these conditions we will warrant all materials and workmanship on your LC6i for one year from the date you bought it five years if it is installed by an authorized United States AudioControl dealer We will fix or replace it at our option during that time Here are the conditional conditions 1 You have to fill out the warran...

Страница 30: ...nt bumper of your car something will go wrong 6 If an authorized United States AudioControl dealer installs your LC6i 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 LEGALESE SECTION This is the only warranty given by AudioControl This w...

Страница 31: ...witching Power draw 200 mA Recommended fuse rating 1 Amp Size 5 8 W x 4 7 D x 1 2 H Weight 1 4 lbs Remote Trigger Output Current 1 Amp 2017 AudioControl All rights reserved AudioControl Making Good Sound Better LC6i The Epicenter EQS 6XS GTO and AutoMode are all trademarks of AudioControl Inc All other trademarks and registered trademarks are copyright of their respective owners and are hereby ack...

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