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Features
• Bass Maximizer circuitry
• Dual Knob Dash Mount Control
• ParaBASS®
• LMC™ Load Selection Input Stage
• Balanced Line Level Inputs
• PFM Subsonic Filter
• Speaker-Level Inputs for OEM integration
• Winter Fresh
• GTO™ Signal Sensing
• Compact Design
FOR COLOSSAL BASS ENHANCEMENT ONLY
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- Page 1 Features • Bass Maximizer circuitry • Dual Knob Dash Mount Control • ParaBASS® • LMC™ Load Selection Input Stage • Balanced Line Level Inputs • PFM Subsonic Filter • Speaker-Level Inputs for OEM integration • Winter Fresh • GTO™ Signal Sensing •...
- Page 2 • Wide and Sweep parametric bass control 808 or the deep punch that can only come from a 28” kick, The Epicenter Micro • LMC™ speaker level adaptive load input stage will make every low frequency better.
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions. 14. Fuses shall be replaced only with the correct type and fuse value, and only when the apparatus is powered off. Keep these instructions. 15. Exposure to high sound pressure levels may lead to permanent hearing Heed all warnings. - Page 4 Bass Output Control – The Epicenter circuitry has the ability to produce large ACR-4 Dual Dash Mount Control – The Epicenter Micro is designed to be amounts of deep, mind shattering bass without damaging your speakers.
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Page 5: Quick Start
Once this is done, you just need to hook up power, ground, trigger, run the The Epicenter Micro needs to be installed in the signal path between a source wire to the dash remote and tada!!! Instant bass. If you need to know more, and an external amplifier(s). - Page 6 The Guided Tour UNBAL 1. Inputs – The input stage of The Epicenter Micro gives you options! If you 3. LMC Load Select – The Epicenter Micro’s default 20 kΩ input setting is have line level inputs, then just hook up those RCAs and you’re all set. If designed to present NO load to the output of the factory amp, which you’re integrating into a factory system, you have the speaker level inputs...
- Page 7 9. Power Terminal Block – You’ll hook up your power, ground, and trigger in and outs here: Remote in – When set to this turn on mode, The Epicenter Micro will only Ground – You’re a pro, have great style, you know what you’re doing...
- Page 8 Third frequency ranges and detecting musical harmonics. These harmon- Harmonic ics then allow The Epicenter Micro to drop down a few octaves and Fourth reproduce the “missing” bass notes. Harmonic...
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Page 9: Installation
Johnny Utah, time to get going on the install details. installation of The Epicenter Micro can result in a warm tingly feeling. Like we said before, you’re a pro and have the skills to install this bad boy right (Pro Tip: You can remove this Power Terminal connector while wiring up) now. - Page 10 Installation continued ACR- 4 Dash Control Installation Placement and Mounting – The dash control may be mounted under the dash using its own bracket or through a custom hole in the dash. It should be within reach of the driver and in a spot where the LED is plainly visible.
- Page 11 Installation continued Adjusting the ParaBASS Controls The bass response in a system is affected by four factors; (1) the acoustics of the vehicle, (2) the location of the speakers, (3) the music or podcast from the source unit, and (4) speakers and speaker enclosures. Because of variations in the recording process, streaming algorithms and compression technologies, we developed The Epicenter circuit to help restore any low frequencies lost during capturing and playback.
- Page 12 Bass Output settings. devices like a DSP, analog EQ or amps may have some processing on those ultra low frequencies such that you don’t want The Epicenter Micro to filter, we are giving you the option to Bypass this filter. Save yourself...
- Page 13 System Examples System #1: Bass Enhancement for Aftermarket Systems Aftermarket head unit LC-1.800 High Power Mono Subwoofer Amplifier 2 Ohm Stable, Active Speaker Level Inputs, AccuBASS ® Bass Restoration, MILC Source Clip Detection, GTO Signal Sense, 24 dB / Octave Linkwitz-Riley Crossover, and Remote Level Control ACR-1 Subwoofer...
- Page 14 System Examples continued System #2: Bass Enhancement for Factory Systems Factory head unit LC-1.800 High Power Mono Subwoofer Amplifier 2 Ohm Stable, Active Speaker Level Inputs, AccuBASS ® Bass Restoration, MILC Source Clip Detection, GTO Signal Sense, 24 dB / Octave Linkwitz-Riley Crossover, and Remote Level Control ACR-1 Subwoofer...
- Page 15 System Examples continued System #3: Bass Enhancement for Sound Quality Systems Front High Speaker Level Factory Head Unit Front Low Speaker Level Rear Full Range Speaker Level Front Speakers Subwoofer Rear Speakers...
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Page 16: Troubleshooting
No Power – If the LED on your dash remote is not on, check the “Power” light on the chassis of The Epicenter Micro. If the “Power” light is on, you will want to check to make sure that the cable connecting the remote to the chassis is not pinched or disconnected. - Page 17 It’s a warranty that looks out for you and helps you resist the Micro. If anyone other than (A) or (B) messes with The Epicenter Micro, temptation to have your friend, “...who’s good with electronics”, try to repair that voids your warranty.
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Page 18: Specifications
Specifications All specifications are measured at 14.4 VDC (standard automotive voltage). As technology advances, AudioControl reserves the right to continuously change our specifica- tions, like our Pacific Northwest weather, although we are working on a surround-sound umbrella as well. The Epicenter Micro Inputs Maximum Input Line Level (RCA) .
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