Helix DSP Setting Inputs, Outputs, and X-overs

[@rohanthelwell7454]

You guys are the real deal, my first time using the DSP, absolutley brilliant

[@Pabula]

Thanks for the great and easy to understand video for us mortals. Hope you continue to do tutorials, specially about the Helix DSP.

[@mxracer2323]

Huge Help, I can't thank you enough for making this, it answered all of my setup questions. Also appreciate you taking my call when you were closed.

[@hot99pas]

Great video, i couldnt get ch 3/4 activated, you saved my day.

[@jasonstanley1809]

Thank you! Simple, imformative guide. Easy to follow along. Keep ‘em coming.

[@hxllwich]

Perfect breakdown and how to. Thank you for taking the time to explain!

[@performingspecs7841]

I needed this video! I am installing a match amplifier and I really didn’t know where to start on the set up stage. Of coarse my set up will be different because I am upgrading a BMW OEM system but at least I know where to start now. Thanks!

[@toddhjermstad6193]

Amazingly helpful great work Josiah.

[@RickardsGarage]

Thanks for a easy understanding demo 👍🏻 Can't wait to try it out 😎

[@baflabies]

AHA!!! thx now i actely got it . Damn thx dude!

[@MrXispas]

About the filter section and characteristic, why do you choose linkwitz??? Nice vid's you got, THX!!!!

[@prtr2786]

Hello and really appreciating your helpful video I have an active 3 ways in the front Passive 2way in rear With an active woofer equipped with a built in digital amp. V 8 mk2 is feeding them all So in IO menu how should I define my output for my subwoofer digital amp? "I" and "J" are feeding woofer digital amp via RCA s Should I choose pass through or line out or subwoofer ? I prefer no processing for woofer built in D amp Which should I choose (Btw I have made L and R 50% each for I and J)

[@icmeinu2day]

Thanks Josiah, I'll make that change later today.

[@ssullinger916]

Thanks man! I was confused with how how to assign the input to corresponding outputs I too am just using a front left and front right full range input signal

[@randyrusk5843]

Man. That was refreshing. I installed for 11 years but left to go overseas. Haven't gotten this deep since 2002. I do have some questions and hopefully you can help.

[@JosiahBuwalda]

Randy Rusk shoot me an email. [e-mail]

[@randyrusk5843]

Josiah Buwalda emailed you

[@eduardocapamadjian6031]

super video did all to perfection PERFECT!!! but I have an important Question. when I did all this configuration only with the front RCAs all my speakers are in the front for sure like your video BUT BUT when I use on the Radio head unit the Balance Right Left Forward Rear its not working all its a mess... why is this happening?

[@randyrusk5843]

My questions are: I am about to install the following and need some direction: Kenwood 893s Matrix 3-way Components Active on Zapco 150.6 Helix e62c Passive on Zapco ST-4X P Helix DSP Pro MK2 with Director 2-JL12w3 on JL RD1000/1 My question is, the radio and amps have HPF/LPF and a lot of settings that can be adjusted. Where should I set my amps and radio if I'm using the DSP for all of the tuning? Thank you

[@richjohnson715]

Great tutorial, thank you for sharing!

[@grahamsmith1239]

Cheers buddy, I’m off to have a play with mine

[@whitty132]

Great video. I have only Apple computers. Can this software work with Mac ?

[@kennethsimbapuppyeyes6857]

Ordered the .2 helix. Everyone said this was best over jl. I have premium sound in 2018 ecosport what would you recommend to set this to fix bass rolloff?

[@kennethsimbapuppyeyes6857]

How would I know on a car this new what outputs have what range? I am guessing because it was said to be their most powerful stock system it has quite points set so I'm trying to undo that to run aftermarket mono block and full range for mids and highs. It's titanium so I think it has a center as well

[@frenchaccent540]

Excellent video ! Once you have finished the car sound configuration, how would you add a Digital input to the existing configuration ?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

FrenchAccent you would go to the IO page, digital routing, and assign everything the same way.

[@icmeinu2day]

Thanks for the video, i would have been lost without it! Just purchased the DSP.2. Quick question - right now my fronts consist of Cadence 6x9's in the door and Massive Audio 3 1/2" in the dash wired in parallel, rather than go full range, I set it up as mids. should I have set it up as full range instead? I haven't done any equalization yet everything is still flat. Thanks.

[@JosiahBuwalda]

Robert Williams your inputs need to be full range. Outputs are really only labels so when you set your crossovers on the main page you don't accidentally set the wrong crossover and blow a speaker.

[@TheDoozie43]

I’m assuming setup would be the same with my stock radio? 2014 Ford Edge….currently running an Audiocontrol lc7i.

[@JosiahBuwalda]

yea it should be assuming you are taking the summed channels out of the Lc7 and putting them into a Helix

[@TheDoozie43]

@@JosiahBuwalda yes, thanks man!

[@Josh-hr5mc]

Great video content. Well done

[@lampinlance]

Thank you so much for this!!!

[@TimOthy222]

Thank you. My car audio guy made some changes. It’s been difficult to get back in with him. Question is, so if I download the software, should all his presets show up on my Laptop. Also, do I have to mute anything within the dsp before making changes ? My setup, P one to subs, and the helix V 12 dsp. Last time he played with it, he added way to much tweeter. I’d like to revert to the original sound. If this is something stored on the DSP I’d love this. Personally do not want to attempt anything myself until I’m sure. I’ve got BLAM signature series and would hate to blow any of them. Thanks so much in advance.

[@JosiahBuwalda]

All the presets will show up but you need to save them one by one onto your laptop. No you don’t have to mute anything to make changes but keep the volume down just in case.

[@TimOthy222]

@@JosiahBuwalda thank you 🙏

[@TimOthy222]

@@JosiahBuwalda it didn’t go as planned. I saved everything, but when it updated it wiped everything on dos. I do have this folder, but it won’t allow me to load file

[@TimOthy222]

Got it. Still doesn’t have some of his old settings. He must have deleted them. Got my Tesla final to load. Thank you so much for your help

[@CarAudioInc]

Great tutorial.

[@fredrikrasmussen3597]

Great se if i can do my car now a friend helt me before but now de dorrs ar ready so cant wait 😊

[@Ed.Barajas]

Is there a reason why my right speakers play fine and left side very quiet that you can’t really hear until 10-20 minutes then starts play fine? My channels are set up like yours, 3 way active plus dual subs.

[@JosiahBuwalda]

I would say there is a problem elsewhere. A dsp wouldn’t usually do that

[@gonzoe123]

Can the 2 outputs from a V Eight DSP Mk2 be configured as separate mono outputs or do they have to be stereo left and right? I am trying to do an active 3way front, rear fill, center channel, and mono sub. The eight channels can power the doors, and the outputs I want to run to two other amps (one for center, one for sub).

[@JosiahBuwalda]

You can run it however you want. If you put both a Left and Right signal on an output that will make it “mono”. So do that and it will work

[@jessienunez5116]

Thank for grate video. Just had a ? I have a 2012 Audi A7 and I got jl audio amps but what's the best way to hook up my helix off my MMI, it has fiber cam bus

[@JosiahBuwalda]

That's something you need to research. Some companies like MoBridge have can bus conversion to rca or optical toslink so you can add amplifiers and processors. Other than actually having that signal converted or getting the high level speaker wires off the back of the oem amplifier you can't do it.

[@jessienunez5116]

can i use the fiber optic out of the OEM radio to my Helix Pro 10 ?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

Jessie Nunez no because it's not a toslink connection

[@JosiahBuwalda]

No

[@rsjaurr]

Very informative. I had been using Helix P DSP with HAT L1Pro R2, HAT L3Pro, exodus anarchy and Morel 12" sub. I also plan to add either window tablet or ipad as source via digital connection to Helix P Six DSP which I bought just few days back. How would I set IO section then? And do I need to set gains on amp (for sub) as well?

[@WrAith64]

Sir, which one takes less time for fine tuning among these processors - Audison Bit One Or Helix DSP MK 2 Pro ? TIA

[@JosiahBuwalda]

thats a personal opinion. I prefer the helix

[@WrAith64]

@@JosiahBuwalda Thank You

[@gunthermondelaers1394]

Do you have a video about reading the speaker datasheet how you know what the best crossovers are for the speakers.

[@JosiahBuwalda]

I don’t but Most companies give a suggested crossover point. Or you can use DATs to run a sweep and get your parameters as to what the speaker can play. Then use that information to make a decision on crossover points.

[@gunthermondelaers1394]

@@JosiahBuwalda thx I try to do my best on that . For example my tweeters can start off 800 hz that kind off specs I do have

[@randyrusk5843]

I'm running this DSP with FRONT: Brax 3-ways active on a Zapco 150.6 REAR: Helix 2-way E62c passive on Zapco STX4P FILL: 2-JL12W3 on JL RD1000/1 My question is, can I use these settings as a baseline for my system? Example: when I get everything connected, can I watch this video and setup my DSP to these settings exactly before I begin RTA tuning to be safe so that I don't destroy these Brax components? Are these safe MHz frequencies, xover points, and slopes?

[@luxtentronik9221]

Hello friend, could you help me with your experience in choosing a dsp? Zapco hdsp vs Helix dsp Ultra. Which is better in sound? And which is better in pc program

[@JosiahBuwalda]

Personal opinion: both have exceptional hardware for SQ. I currently own a HDSP, but the Helix I’ll always be the easiest to setup and their software l, if you find any issues, is fixed very quickly.

[@luxtentronik9221]

@@JosiahBuwalda which is better in sound?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

@@luxtentronik9221 that is a personal opinion. Everyone’s ears are different. I would say they are equal in SQ

[@grandpixel]

is this a 30-band eq or is it parametric? And can you set the crossover filters at a specific frequency (why 8032 hz / 249 hz and not 8000 / 250 hz)?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

GrandPixel both. It’s paragraphical like most DSPs nowadays. And at the time you couldn’t change the specific freq. now you can. This software is probably 20iterations old, but the GUI is the same.

[@nitrodreng]

If my tweeters frequency response is 2200hz at the lowest, the slope should not go beyond that frequency right?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

So usually a Freq Response is based at a very low wattage. So just because it says you can play them down to 2200, you don’t want to cross them over there. Usually with higher end brands there should be a “suggested” crossover point under the specifications of the speaker. I would say to start a tweeter crossover at 6500 at -24db slope. Then play with it from there

[@nitrodreng]

@@JosiahBuwalda i only have a 2 way component system, and my woofer goes to 6000hz. I’ve crossed them at 3500hz, and the slope doesn’t cross the frequency response on either speaker 😄

[@Neshra54]

Hey man thanks for the awesome review ! I installed all Image Dynamic system ( IDQ 65Cs front and rear, I5800 Amp, and two ID10 D2s as my woofers in my new Tundra keeping the original None JBL Entune head unit using JL Audio Fix 86 processor , and it doesn't sound good at all. Very disappointed at this point was told that if i use Helix C62cs front and rear, JL H900/5 Amp , Helix DSP2 processor matched with two JL audio 12W1s, guaranteed i would have an amazing sound quality and clarity even with original head unit !!! That would cost me a lot of $$$$$, so before pulling the trigger wanted have your verdict on it too since you seem very knowledge about Helix system or I'm open to hear any recommendations . I really appreciate it in advance !!! Thank you !

[@JosiahBuwalda]

neshra54 yea that should be a great system, having the dsp gives soooo much room for growth. You can call us at 770-888-8200, we are the distributor for the Audiotec Fischer product, so we can point you in the direction of an authorized dealer if needed. Also if you have any further questions give us a shout

[@Neshra54]

Thank you !

[@HinnantDesignFrederick]

Hey just did A 2016 tundra with the non jbl with Entune headunit. I removed the factory amp and replaced it with the Helix PSIX (6ch amp with built in DSP 8ch processing). Which is powering and processing the Hybrid Audio front stage 3 way active. The PSIX also handles processing of the JL Audio HD750/1 to power the JL Audio Stealth enclosure made for the Tundra. Customer loved the setup and was very happy with the results. The JL Audio Fix 86 is pretty much like the Audio Control LC6i ( supercharged line out converter) You need a processor like the helix to realize the full potential of your audio system.

[@myboy051]

Does the helix DSP ultra have toslink and coax input/output gain control?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

Yes. I’d suggest downloading the software and becoming familiar with it. Then you can look through all the options

[@abhishekkmbhagat9520]

Which DSP is better between Helix pro mk2 and Audison Bit Ten ?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

That’s a Personal opinion. I like the Helix better.

[@myboy051]

Helix pro is 💯 better. That boy Ten is a piece of shat. I had one back a while ago. I had the BIT 10D

[@TimOthy222]

Where are you located ? Might be worth a trip to have you get mine tuned up 😄

[@JosiahBuwalda]

Hybrid Audio is located in North Ga, but I don’t really tune speakers I don’t know, mainly because I don’t know them as well as Hybrid Audio speakers.

[@eazy69ful]

On the he'll is dsp mini what size power and ground wire should I use

[@JosiahBuwalda]

I would suggest looking at your manual. I believe the suggestion for power wire is in there. I assume it’s 18ga wire

[@danbuelna722]

I’m having to use high pass because I can’t use aftermarket head unit. I can’t get sub to come on? If I sum program outputs nothing. Any help would be great?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

If you have summed your inputs and don’t have sub output than you don’t have something setup correctly or wired correctly. You should be able to do exactly like this video and get output. Try to put a full range signal to your subs and see if they are working. Sounds like something isn’t wired correctly

[@danbuelna722]

Thank you. Do you have any other secret if I put loop harness in but now my turn signals and seat belt alarms are amplified.

[@JosiahBuwalda]

You would have to mix your rear left and front left input on the same channel. For output to the front left speaker.

[@ryanwooster4477]

I have my front speakers all playing in mono for some reason ....how am I able to get them playing in stereo.

[@JosiahBuwalda]

Not exactly sure what you mean. If you follow along the video there is no way to have them playing in mono. Mono would consist of having the Left and Right signal on one output on the IO page. If you set it up correctly than it’s not in your dsp is more than likely a wiring error.

[@ryanwooster4477]

System is on mono....algood will sort it out....has something to do with settings i had on io page

[@salsared1943]

Does this DSP have an option for Front center channel?

[@onebyside]

download the software and poke around..its free

[@raydossantos2356]

Como puedo agregar subwoofer 3 y 4?? Para que el urc3 mueva subwoofer 1 2 3 y4??

[@murdamechanik]

I’m guessing since I’m using the hec usb input there is no gain to set.

[@JosiahBuwalda]

Sorry didn’t see your comment. There is limited control on the input side. But on the output side to the amplifiers there is gain adjustment. I use the gain adjustment in the Helix to fine tune the speakers, most gain adjustment should be done via the amplifiers. That being said, the USB module only works from a device that has a volume control or it’s own power output, such as a Fiio player, that is where your “gain” aka volume adjustment would be. Gain and volume are the changing of voltage to the processor, then adjustment of voltage in the dsp to amplifiers and out to speakers. Hope this was t to confusing

[@SteveJ619]

I do my own installs ... some how I was tricked into buying this amp .. not realizing it has to be programmed .. so I'm trying to learn how to set this amp up without a sound shop ..

[@JosiahBuwalda]

If you own this and have never tuned a vehicle before I highly suggest you get a shop to tune for you. You can still install it yourself but at least have the setup done properly

[@SteveJ619]

@@JosiahBuwalda I do my own installs ...I have a distortion meter... multi meters... 2 years highschool electronics.. 4 years army wire systems installer for phones . and singard Radio repair... I did my own installs years ago and now... this is the first digital amp ive every bought .. I have a KZbin channel of PC building.. I have a KZbin channel for RC car building... I'm bar far of needing them to adjust this amp... and I build amazing PCs that don't over heat .. I over power then with the PSU ... I haven't seen the video all the way through... I'm just curious if I need a cable to hook it to my laptop?

[@SteveJ619]

@@JosiahBuwalda I live in Spokane Washington my shop is like 3 months to 6 months out for an appointment... and I paid $1700 for this amp not realizing it has no gains or knobs on it ... I didn't pay attention

[@SteveJ619]

@@JosiahBuwalda as long as I can get the program and learn how to connect .. I'm so OCD I will be fine and I'm a perfectionist... this is why I do my own installs... I solder and weld on my zero gauge ferrules with a torch ... and I have enough stuff to wire up about 10 cars with zero gauge .. I seen a few seconds of your video and I'm impressed

[@JosiahBuwalda]

@@SteveJ619 you need a usb cable. Everything can be found online, on the Audiotec Fischer website!

[@sageRJRJ]

You can only save two presets?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

If you don’t have the director yea only 2 presets

[@danbuelna722]

Do you recommend any specific type of Rta

[@JosiahBuwalda]

Dan buelna I typically use TrueRTA and a decent USB based pre mic amp and microphone

[@grandpixel]

Can REW be used with Helix DSP?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

GrandPixel yes. Check the audiotec Fischer website it should all be explained there

[@grandpixel]

@@JosiahBuwalda by the way, I don't know if it was you I spoke with earlier on the phone and had to go suddenly - sorry about that, but I did order a set of U3 and U69S from Tom at 12v Electronics for my 2019 Ram. I'm really looking forward to this. :)

[@eazy69ful]

I have the hellix dsp mini I'm trying to drag the left and right for the subs it's giving me a warning saying already in use I'm doing what you just done for the subs

[@JosiahBuwalda]

Well if it’s saying those channels are in use. Than they are in use elsewhere and you have to delete where they are being used. Most likely you are trying to put a left or right input where a left or right input already exists and you can’t do that

[@eazy69ful]

I'm doing the same thing as you on the Input side 3 left and 3 right on the output side o have front left high front right high front left low front right low and sub 1 sub 2 what am missing

[@eazy69ful]

Am I supposed to use rear left full and rear right full for sub 1 and sub 2

[@JosiahBuwalda]

Hard to tell without looking at the tune. I’d suggest finding a tuner to pay to have everything setup for you. Also if you’re using a director or anything make sure sun volume is up. To me it just sounds like a error in the setup, but just not sure.

[@eazy69ful]

@@JosiahBuwalda I'm using it in demo mode not in car yet I have the dsp mini with the new software dsp PC tool version 4.75a

[@lesgarten]

Do you sell the Helix gear?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

We are no longer the distributor for the US, call MSC America they will get you sorted out.

[@lesgarten]

@@JosiahBuwalda Thanx! Great videos!

[@eazy69ful]

there a reason why left and right is not left n right on the helix minidsp

[@scottmiller8749]

does the dsp show output clipping signals?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

the dsp will show output clipping per channel on the main page where is says "channel output gain" usually the bar will be blue when playing music at higher volumes.

[@badlilstang]

Think I found a bug with mine.. a setting that wont save no matter what I try.

[@JosiahBuwalda]

Ok.....?

[@salarugheorghe2211]

I am trying to conect my dsp to my laptop , he won't conect ? Why?

[@JosiahBuwalda]

there could be many reasons, but the one way to get it to connect everytime would be to hold the reset button on the helix for 5sec without the usb connected to the laptop, wait for the light to flash red steadily, then connect the usb, wait for the chime in the laptop, then fire up the software. if this doesnt work than there is something wrong on the laptop side. could be drivers, or bad usb cable. this is a factory reset so you will need to load your tune back in and "save and store". also make sure its the latest software

[@salarugheorghe2211]

@@JosiahBuwalda thank you so much for your reply, i will try to do what you said.

[@mikexc90]

your best to use at least 2 sets so you dont lose fader

[@JosiahBuwalda]

In this case there is no need as we are only running a front stage and subs. In the case where you are not necessarily in competitions and want rear speakers then yea.

[@DecAListaAL]

Funny i Lost my car with my new settings 😅