Axxess AXDSP-L Installation Instructions Manual

6-channel digital signal processor

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INTERFACE FEATURES

• 15 Band graphic EQ

• 4 inputs and 6 outputs, including front, rear, and subwoofer

• Independent equalization for front, rear, and sub

• Independent crossover for front, rear, and sub

• Selectable slope (12, 24, 36, or 48db per octave)

• Front and rear channels can be delayed independently up to 10ms

• Easy behind the radio installation in most applications

• Can be used with OE and aftermarket radios

• Chime control for GM/Chrysler vehicles

• Clipping detection and limiting circuits

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Axxess 6-Channel Digital Signal Processor

INTERFACE COMPONENTS

• AXDSP-L interface

• AXDSP-L harness (16-pin & 20-pin)

• Internal header port for adding interface modules

• Bass knob included

• Retains OE voice prompts (SYNC® and OnStar®)

• Retains factory chimes including parking sensor and cross path

detection alerts

• Settings adjusted via Bluetooth® in a smart device application (tablet

or mobile phone), compatible with both Android and Apple devices

• Read, write, and store configurations for future recall

• Password protect feature available in the mobile app

• Micro-B USB updatable

AXDSP-L

I N S T A L L A T I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S

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Preface ....................................................................2

Installation Options ...............................................3

Installation .............................................................3

Connections ........................................................ 4-7

AXDSPL-BT Installation ..........................................8

AXDSPL-SP Installation ..........................................9

Mobile App ...................................................... 10-19

Pinout ...................................................................20

Specifications ........................................................21

TOOLS & INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES REQUIRED

• Crimping tool and connectors, or solder gun,

solder, and heat shrink • Tape • Wire cutter

• Zip ties • Multimeter

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Google Play Store

iOS 12.1 or higher

REV. 3/2/20 INSTAXDSP-L

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Preface ..............2 Installation Options ..........3 Installation .............3 INTERFACE COMPONENTS Connections ............4-7 • AXDSP-L interface AXDSPL-BT Installation ..........8 • AXDSP-L harness (16-pin & 20-pin) AXDSPL-SP Installation ..........9 Mobile App ............10-19 Pinout ..............20 Specifications ............21 TOOLS & INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES REQUIRED INTERFACE FEATURES • Crimping tool and connectors, or solder gun, •...
Page 2: Preface
Use Metra part number E-123 (sold separately) for best results. If installing the AXDSP-L behind the radio to install a sub amp, the OEM amp can be retained for mids/highs. If installing the AXDSP-L at the OEM amp location, the OEM amp must be fully removed.
Page 3: Installation Options
Similar to adding a subwoofer as mentioned prior, except for one extra step required to configure All Systems the harness for a full-range setup. Also note, if only adding the AXDSP-L to just the front or rear 1. Plug the 20-pin AXDSP-L harness into the AXDSP-L.
Page 4 An SPDT relay, Metra part number Yellow - Battery Power E-123, must be used if more than RCA Jacks Red - Accessory Power one amplifier will be installed (sold separately) AXDSP-L (included) Any remaining wires tape off and disregard Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire...
Page 5: Connections
These outputs can be used for additional sub amps, or for adding onto the system at a later date AX-DSP-LITE pre-wired harness (sold separately) AXDSP-L (included) RCA Jacks Keep Connected (sold separately) Any remaining wires Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire tape off and disregard REV.
Page 6 An SPDT relay, Metra part number RCA Jacks E-123, must be used if more than (sold separately) one amplifier will be installed Factory Radio Harness AXDSP-L pre-wired harness (sold separately) AXDSP-L (included) White / Front Left + White/Black / Front Left - Cut the male...
Page 7 Yellow - Battery Power E-123, must be used if more than RCA Jacks Red - Accessory Power one amplifier will be installed (sold separately) AXDSP-L (included) Any remaining wires tape off and disregard Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire REV. 3/2/2020 INSTAXDSP-L...
Page 8: Axdspl-Bt Installation
16-pin Header AXBK-1 (sold separately) can be used to control the volume. AX-DSPL-BT Note: The AXBK-1 included with the AXDSP-L can also be used if it will not be used to control a subwoofer. 1. Important! Unplug the AXDSP-L from the vehicle.
Page 9: Axdspl-Sp Installation
DIGITAL OUT INTERFACE • The AXDSPL-BT will be used for adding a Toslink digital output to the AXDSP-L. AX-DSPL-SP 1. Important! Unplug the AXDSP-L from the vehicle. 16-pin Header 16-pin Header 2. Remove (4) Phillips screws securing the AXDSP-L interface, then remove the top cover, AX-DSPL-BT exposing the circuit board within.
Page 10: Mobile App
MOBILE APP Setup Instructions The AXDSP-L uses the same app as the AXDSP-X. Only items pertaining to the AXDSP-L will be shown. • General information tab for installing the AXDSP-L. Continued on the next page...
Page 11 Bluetooth Connection • Scan - Press this button to start the Bluetooth pairing process, then select AXDSP-L from the mobile device. Confirmation that you are connected will show in the top left corner of the app. • Disconnect - Disconnects the AXDSP-L from the app.
Page 12 (CONT.) Configuration • Identify - Click this button to confirm that the AXDSP-L is connected properly. If so, a chime will be heard from the front left speaker*. * Only installations where the AXDSP-L is connected to a front left speaker.
Page 13 • About - Displays information about the app, vehicle, AXDSP-L, and mobile device. • Set Password - Assign a 4-digit password to lock the AXDSP-L. If no password is desired, use “0000”. This will clear out any currently set password. It is not necessary to lock down the AXDSP-L when setting a password.
Page 14 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Outputs Output Channels • Location - Location of speaker. • Group - Used to join channels together for simple equalization. Example, left front woofer/midrange and left front tweeter will be considered simply left front. The letter M denotes the speaker assigned as the master speaker.
Page 15 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Crossover Adjust • If installing a subwoofer, the front and rear outputs will default to a 100Hz high pass filter to keep the low frequency signals out. If a subwoofer is not being installed, change the front and rear crossover points down to 20Hz for a full range signal, or to the lowest frequency the speakers will play down to.
Page 16 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Equalizer Adjust • The front, rear, and sub channels can be adjusted independently within this tab with 15 bands of equalization available. It is best to tune this by using an RTA (Real Time Analyzer). • The Gain slider on the far left is for the channel selected. Continued on the next page...
Page 17 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Delay Adjust • Allows a delay of each channel, up to 10 milliseconds. First measure the distance (in inches) from each speaker to the listening position, then enter those values. If a delay is desired, add to the desired channel(s), up to 99 inches.
Page 18 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Inputs/Levels • Chime Volume - Allows the chime volume to be adjusted up or down. Note: In newer Ford vehicles chimes will be heard through the gauge cluster if the OEM amplifier is removed Continued on the next page...
Page 19 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Locking Down Data Last and the most important. You must lock down your configuration!!! REV. 3/2/2020 INSTAXDSP-L...
Page 20: Pinout
PINOUT Input 6 - N/A Black - Chassis Ground Input 5 - N/A Pink - CAN-HI Purple RCA Jack - Rear Right Input * Blue/Pink - CAN-LO Blue/White - Amp Turn-On RCA Jack 1 - User Assignable Output Green RCA Jack - Rear Left Input * Brown - Control Wire for BT Volume Knob Red/White - Future Use RCA Jack 2 - User Assignable Output Gray RCA Jack - Front Right Input *...
Page 21: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Specifications General Input Impedance 1M Ohm Operating Voltage 10-16-volts DC Input Channels Standby Current Draw Input Options High-level or Low-level selectable Operation Current Draw 150mA Input Type Differential-Balanced Adjustments/Controls Application via Bluetooth Input Voltage Remote Output 12-volts DC (signal sense or with ignition) 0 - 28-volts (peak-to-peak) High Level Range Input Voltage...
Page 22 AXDSP-L I N S T A L L A T I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S Having difficulties? We’re here to help. Contact our Tech Support line at: 1-800-253-TECH Or via email at: techsupport@metra-autosound.com...

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