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INTERFACE COMPONENTS
• AXDSPL-BM1 interface
• AXDSPL-BM1 interface harness
• AXDSPL-BM1 vehicle T-harness
• Bass knob
APPLICATIONS
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BMW/MINI DSPL Interface for Non-Amplified
Vehicles with Pre-Wired Harness 2008-2016
INTERFACE FEATURES
• Includes a DSP (Digital Signal Processor)
• Selectable 15 Band Graphic EQ or 5 Band Parametric EQ
• 4 inputs and 6 individually assignable outputs
• Independent equalization for front, rear, and sub
• Selectable low pass, band pass, and high pass filters
• Selectable crossover slopes; 12db, 24db, 36db, 48db
• Each channel can be delayed independently up to 10ms
• Clipping detection and limiting circuits
• Designed for non-amplified models
• Easy behind the radio installation with pre-wired harness
• Internal header port for adding interface modules
• Bass knob included for level control of subwoofer amp
• 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
• USB Micro-B updatable
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AXDSPL-BM1
I N S T A L L A T I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Installation Options ...............................................2
Installation .............................................................2
Connections ........................................................ 3-4
AXDSPL-BT Installation...........................................5
AXDSPL-SP Installation...........................................6
Mobile App .........................................................7-15
Specifications ....................................................... 16
TOOLS & INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES REQUIRED
• Crimping tool and connectors, or solder gun,
solder, and heat shrink • Tape • Wire cutter
• Zip-ties • Multimeter
Apple App Store
Google Play Store
iOS 12.1 or higher
REV. 10/27/21 INSTAXDSPL-BM1
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Summary of Contents for Axxess AXDSPL-BM1
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
• AXDSPL-BM1 interface Google Play Store iOS 12.1 or higher • Bass knob included for level control of subwoofer amp • AXDSPL-BM1 interface harness • AXDSPL-BM1 vehicle T-harness • Settings adjusted via Bluetooth in a smart device application (tablet ®... -
Page 2: Installation Options
1. Disassemble the dash, unplug all connectors, and then remove the factory radio. † The diagram on Page 3 shows the connections that need to be made to add a subwoofer to the 2. Install the AXDSPL-BM1 vehicle T-harness to the vehicle and make all necessary factory system. -
Page 3: Connections
CONNECTIONS: ADDING A SUB TO A FACTORY SYSTEM Factory Radio Bass Knob Black - Ground Orange - Control Any remaining wires tape off and disregard Factory Radio Harness These outputs can be used for additional sub amps, or for adding onto the system at a later date Vehicle T-Harness Interface... - Page 4 CONNECTIONS: ADDING A FULL-RANGE AMP & SUB TO A FACTORY SYSTEM Factory Radio Bass Knob An SPDT relay, Metra part number Black - Ground Any remaining wires E-123, is required if the amp turn-on Orange - Control current of all amps exceeds 1-amp. tape off and disregard RCA Jacks (sold separately)
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Page 5: Axdspl-Bt Installation
16-pin Header AXBK-1 (sold separately) can be used to control the volume. AX-DSPL-BT Note: The bass knob included with the AXDSPL-BM1 can be used if it will not be used to control a subwoofer. 1. Important! Unplug the interface from the vehicle. -
Page 6: Axdspl-Sp Installation
TOSLINK DIGITAL OUTPUT • The AXDSPL-SP Toslink digital output can be used for adding a digital output to the interface. 1. Important! Unplug the interface from the vehicle. AX-DSPL-SP 16-pin Header 2. Remove (4) Phillips screws securing the interface, then remove the top cover, exposing 16-pin Header the circuit board within. -
Page 7: Mobile App
MOBILE APP Setup Instructions Bluetooth Connection • General information tab for installing the interface. • Scan - Press this button to start the Bluetooth pairing process, then select the Available Device once it is found. “Connected” will appear in the top left corner of the app once paired. Note: The ignition must be cycled on during this process. - Page 8 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Configuration RESET TO DEFAULTS: Resets the interface to factory settings. During the reset process the IDENTIFY: Click this button to confirm that the interface is connected properly. If it is, a chime will amplifiers will shut off for 5-10 seconds. be heard from the front left speaker.* VEHICLE TYPE: Select the vehicle type from the drop down box, select EITHER * Only installations where the interface is connected to a front left speaker.
- Page 9 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Outputs Output Channels • Location - Location of speaker. • Invert - Will invert the phase of the speaker. • Group - Used to join channels together for simple equalization. Example, left front • Mute - Will mute desired channel(s) for tuning individual channels. woofer/midrange and left front tweeter will be considered simply left front.
- Page 10 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Crossover Adjust • Selecting High Pass and Low Pass will provide one crossover frequency adjustment. Selecting Note: The front and rear channels default to a 100Hz high pass filter to keep the low frequency Band Pass will provide two crossover frequency adjustments: one for low pass, and one for signals out.
- Page 11 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Equalizer Adjust Graphic EQ • All channels can be adjusted independently within this tab with 15 bands of available equalization. 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 REV.
- Page 12 MOBILE APP Parametric EQ Each output has a 5 Band parametric EQ per channel. Each band will give the user the ability to adjust: Q Factor Frequency Gain The FLAT button above Filter #1 will reset all curves back to flat. Continued on the next page...
- Page 13 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Delay Adjust • Allows a delay of each channel. If a delay is desired, first measure the distance (in inches) from each speaker to the listening position, then enter those values to the corresponding speaker. Add (in inches) to the desired speaker to delay it. Continued on the next page REV.
- Page 14 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Inputs/Levels • Chime Volume - Not applicable in this application. • Amp Turn On • Signal Sense - Will turn the amp(s) on when an audio signal is detected, and keep on for (10) • Clipping Level - Use this feature to protect sensitive speakers like tweeters from being seconds after the last signal.
- Page 15 MOBILE APP (CONT.) Locking Down Data Last and the most important. You must lock down your configuration and cycle the key!!! REV. 10/27/21 INSTAXDSPL-BM1...
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Page 16: Specifications
AXDSPL-BM1 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. Input Impedance 1M Ohm Crossover Filter Low pass, band pass, high pass...
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