I have one of these and had NO idea it had as many features! I was just thinking earlier today that I need a bass knob. I googled RCA knobs but come to find out I just need the Audio Control one. COOL!
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! By the way, the ACR-1 dash control knob is the correct one for the LC2i, in case you're curious. Thanks for supporting AudioControl and enjoy that sound system!
@AlbertoColomo-ng8dh4 ай бұрын
@@AudioControlCaridk if I’ll still get an answer but what if I run one that came meant for my subwoofers but not specifically for the lc2i?
@bumpylump92363 жыл бұрын
Go get 1 people. This little thingy is the truth. All the expensive stuff I bought for my system sounded like crap until I bought this lineout converter. It really helps the system separate what's needed. It works banging 4 12s maaaaaaan.
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! Enjoy those 4x 12's!!!
@adamdorris40813 жыл бұрын
Love the little lc1i too. It's like a little baby.
@mafosa85193 жыл бұрын
yup! not everyone needs that "accubass!"
@lucky2blatin4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video and great info to do my first custom install 🤟🏽
@keving17742 жыл бұрын
When it detects a signal it sends a big thump to the subwoofer and makes that pop sound. Using the remote out on the LC2i to the amp helps minimize it...
@jyoung4720 Жыл бұрын
So the more the main is turned up the less the gain on the amp we use?
@poorlivesmatter68822 жыл бұрын
Lc2i pro newer model is what I use. All on the pro model you can easily see and make changes on front, love it
@bellmeisterful2 жыл бұрын
It's so hard to find a damn video. Where someone explains. What speaker wires you really need to hook up? If you're just doing a subwoofer, I've read that you only need to hook up one pair because it's mono, but I always see four wires going into that the speaker input. No one explains that at all, ever, never.
@smgboatshouston2 жыл бұрын
Did you ever happen to figure that out?
@Robotescu3 ай бұрын
Bass is not always mono, even if it doesn't make sense. Some tracks will sometimes favor right channel, other songs will favor left channel, and i noticed this when i set stereo subs to my home audio system. When you connect both channels to lc2i, i suspect, you get a proper mono, so your bass will work the same no matter how the song is mastered.
@juniorzunior185 жыл бұрын
Hey been waiting and great video love your work keep the kitchen hot man
@ReWbd232 жыл бұрын
I wish you demonstrated how to adjust the accubass setpoint (small screwdriver) adjustment. Nice oscilloscope though.
@Mind694204 жыл бұрын
im still confused how to properly use the pinhole accubass threshold with the accubass level control :/
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
To properly dial in AccuBass, try this link: www.audiocontrol.com/knowledge-base/how-do-i-set-accubass/
@jamoyewilliams3033 Жыл бұрын
@@AudioControlCar 😂llxd
@PaPiSwinGTV3 ай бұрын
Hey i cant hear certain bass sounds and certain instruments on my system. Why is that happening??
@MischaGielen Жыл бұрын
Great video and explanation Mark, but I have one question: What alternatives would there be next to the LC2i from other brands ?
@michaelr16245 күн бұрын
Do I need to use the actual speaker wire or can I T-off the speaker wire and plug in the new wire to the LoC? Thus the speaker wire is still connected to the speaker and is playing.
@TJsVette2 ай бұрын
Would you use this for a aftermarket radio that only provides .8v to the sub rca on the back of the radio?
@ronniemakar480622 күн бұрын
I installed my system, JL 12” with built in amp, lc2i Sounds good and clean, however once I start driving, specially on low speed, I head bass lines, consistant or come n goes. This is even when music is off On n off.. can’t wrap my head around where this is coming from
@enriquerdz38362 жыл бұрын
I got bass on my door speakers help
@zacholtman7849Ай бұрын
Hope you respond! I need help. JD1000.1 pushing 15" Kicker CVX, with LC2i 1000 x 2 = 2000. sqrt2000 = ~44.7 = target voltage So I: -75% volume 50hz test tone -Set LC2i just a hair before 'maximized' light turns on. -Amp gain all the way down still reads about 56, higher than voltage. (ALSO - do I set inputs to low level when running from LC2i? - is this where my issue lies?) BUT, if I set gain to hit the clipping indicator light on the amp itself, the voltage reaches like 75. As of now, it sounds way underpowered. I had a 12" with 400 watts and that was louder. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong and what I'm missing. A little confused why these two numbers would be vastly different - target voltage v. clipping light voltage.
@lowridr2Ай бұрын
so do you just unplug you speaker wires from your amp into this and run the RCA to the amp from it?
@kmother193 ай бұрын
Mark, Do both speaker inputs need to be connected for the lc2i to turn on with the gto feature?? I only have access to one speaker at the moment to tap into.
@rangerryda82187 күн бұрын
I have a 2012 Lexus ES 350 with Nav but without Mark Levinson. The bass rolloff isn't a plateau. It seems like it selectively reduces bass at different levels throughout the song. If I used an LC2i pro, would the bass still be choppy since it amplifies the bass signal from the input?
@educated_guess26 күн бұрын
Does anyone know how long the LC2i will stay on after the vehicle is turned off if I am using GTO? I have another brand LOC and it keeps my amplifier on for 10 minutes after the factory stereo is turned off. I looked in the manual for the LC2i, but I find no information on time out when using GTO. thanks
@smash22232 жыл бұрын
hello and good day, I recently installed the LCi2 into my car but when I close my door I get a progressive loud noise that comes out the subwoofer! Any ideas what I might be having an issue with?
@gilbertrivera12933 жыл бұрын
Can I use this lc2i for 4 mid coaxial and use the digital epicenter for subs?
@raczyk3 ай бұрын
Can this be used to tap the speaker input for the 4 speakers in the car? I have a 2017 civic EX.
@Mr.Towboater875 ай бұрын
Where does the 1amp fuse need installed? Will I need an inline fuse tap?
@michaelmeiier37362 жыл бұрын
So I setup my lc2i changed nothing about the setup except vehicles, and now with my stereo volume at 0, my subs still hit. Why?
@Amilcar_Ortega Жыл бұрын
Excelente informacion, me has sacado de muchas dudas, tengo un radio pantalla android y la calidad de audio no es muy buena... pensando en comprar uno de estos
@mattl5601 Жыл бұрын
I have an Lc2i with an arc-1 remote. I made sure to adjust the device properly without the remote plugged in, The maximize light does not come on. So why do my subwoofers make a popping sound when I turn the knob up on my acr-1?
@murdertown693 жыл бұрын
Question? When hooking up speaker inputs, does it matter what stage you use to hook up the lc2i! Like does the product need to be hooked up to the front stage wiring or rear? Does it matter?
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Good question! It really depends on what you're using the LC2i for. If you are just adding a subwoofer amplifier/sub, then it really doesn't matter, so long as the signal you tie into has enough bass information present. If you are using the LC2i to add a full range 2ch or 4ch amplifier, the same applies. You would just want to be sure to tie into a signal that has the correct audio information present. Also, be aware that depending on what channels you use for signal, your fader may affect the output of your aftermarket amplifier/subwoofer.
@MrPaco1373 жыл бұрын
Can you ADD a Digital Bass Processor (epicenter) between the LC2i and the power amp for the subwoofer ? Hi from Fresnillo Mex. Thanks
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, you can. This is a common setup, and there are many users out there doing exactly what you described.
@zopound76885 жыл бұрын
Brought the lc2i for my challenger factory 8.4 inch factory radio. planning to install two 10’s while keeping the factory alpine speakers inside. Would I be ok ?
@richf28345 жыл бұрын
It will work perfect for your needs
@hillbilly2141tn4 жыл бұрын
How did you build turn out? If you dial down the bass from the head until to protect your "stock" speakers, does it also kill the bass coming out of the sub?
@Mani3878 Жыл бұрын
Does the AccuBASS restorer require a full range signal to work, or I can I just use the factory amp subwoofer speaker cables which would only have sub level frequencies?
@Jose-ew6hj10 ай бұрын
So you can hook up your subwoofer and for voice off of this ?
@grego10r4 жыл бұрын
can i use stock signal from my stock sub on my 13 ram 2500 to lc2i?? or it have to be from door speakers?
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
You could use either one, but many times the front door speakers have a more useable frequency range and your aftermarket system will often sound better using that front door signal rather than the ohm sub signal. You could certainly try it with either and compare though, it won't hurt anything.
@Mr260reppin2 жыл бұрын
I have my lc2i connected with a 2000 watt skar. My amp won't shut off. Is my remote wire wired wrong? Please help
@IzzYChannel Жыл бұрын
I just installed the LC2i(with the GTO enabled), tapped into the rear left and right speakers for signal, connected the 12v+ and ground to the power and ground cables on the aftermarket AMP but I don’t seem to get the power light on all the time when I’m playing music even if the main dial is set to max… the power light keeps flashing instead of staying on all the time. What do you think that would be the reason? Thank you in advance!
@josephbuckman4216 Жыл бұрын
How do you lower the voltage output for your amp I need to lower it to at least 2 volts
@lawrenceclark3925 Жыл бұрын
Say if i wanted to get all new speakers, would I have to tap into all the factory speaker wires in order to get them to sound good with the aftermarket amp? I know most people just use 1 for the subwoofer install. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
@MrRotery73 жыл бұрын
Love the vid! But do i have to hook up both speaker inputs or can i just use one?
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
You can use just one, if you need to, but you will then only get output from one of the RCAs. So, if you only have one channel of audio (one + and one -) to work with, we would recommend using short jumper wires to make sure that both the L and R inputs are populated. Check out this link where we explain this further in detail: www.audiocontrol.com/knowledge-base/factory-head-unit-mono-output-can-just-send-mono-signal-lc2i/
@edwardautrey36713 жыл бұрын
Good question, excellent answer, thank you
@ExcelsiorSpringsDrummer_ Жыл бұрын
Can I power a front stage and sub just from the input of my front speaker?
@kylosolo88154 жыл бұрын
Ok I'm looking yo buy the lc2i, I have nissian maxima 2011 with Bose total of 4 woofers factory using the lc2i what signal would I use? From the Bose woofers or the high or mid speakers....I know the bass rolls off on the bose woofers .....any help would be appreciated
@MidnightMarrow4 жыл бұрын
I also have a Bose system in a 2011 Impala. I connected the LC2i to my left rear speaker. Works perfectly! Amp and LC2i are next to each other and my 15" sub is hitting hard AF. The LC2i processes the audio and thus fixes any roll off.
@kylosolo88154 жыл бұрын
@@MidnightMarrow I ended up tapping both of the rear woofers to the lc2i and yes it hits hard.....I have a jl 500/1 on 2 jl w3 12s I was doing my w6s but need a re-cone on both. My box is tuned to 30hz I have to say I'm very satisfied with the results.....
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it- Enjoy that bass!
@kylosolo88153 жыл бұрын
@@AudioControlCar I am and I just recieved my new foam surround for my w612s so cant wait lol....
@jorgebadillo8755 Жыл бұрын
Do all speaker wires have full ramge signal or it depends im talking bout stoch headu it
@swallytrip2 жыл бұрын
Can you run 2 amps with this such as a small 4 channel for 6.5’s in doors and then one for a mono sub amp all with this LC2i?
@chrisclark9992 жыл бұрын
Hey there my friend, I'm in the process of hooking up a loc2i in my 09 bmw528xi powering 2 kicker s10 l5 and it keeps cutting of!! All of my connections are solid, any suggestions?? Thanks in advance! Chris
@jamesa.lowansiii3819 Жыл бұрын
Can I run an aftermarket Bass Knob that has RCA jacks to this? And if so, how???
@poxcr2 жыл бұрын
I installed a JBL BassPro SL2 powered subwoofer on my 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf (non Fender audio) by tapping the front speaker output wires and connecting them directly to the sub’s high level input. I noticed the head unit output now clips at a much lower volume and it gets unusually hot. It is almost impossible to set the sub amp gain as the levels are all over the place and slight changes to the amp gain cause the sub to cut in and out. I verified the polarity of all connections on both ends and everything seems alright. I would assume tapping into the speaker outputs effectively lowers the impedance seen by the head unit onboard amp causing it to go crazy. Wondering if using an Audiocontrol LC2i instead connecting directly to the sub’s high level input would make any difference.
@paulrg674 жыл бұрын
Why does the lc2i put out signal at power on with the volume all the way down? You can see it in the RTA in the video @ 2:52.I can hear it, through my woofers. it’s a low hum!
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Generally, this is due to most source units still putting out some signal, even with the volume all the way down. If you want to eliminate this, you can use a true turn on lead rather than using the signal sensing GTO turn on. Many times the hum heard in demo/training videos is produced by the 110v to 12vdc power supply, which wouldn't be an issue in an actual vehicle, of course.
@svitroful4 жыл бұрын
Great channel as you know, but you use really expensive equipment that many people can't reach, once in awhile it would be nice to install/review more affordable equipment.
@MrPapijesse7 ай бұрын
I have a gm kicker subwoofer installed from dealer. I want to add a soundstream bx-20z digital bass reconstruction processor. To controll the bass better for songs that dont hit as good. But I got it all connected a rememberd the kicker amp takes a high input from the left front speaker. And the output from the soundstream is a low line level output. Can the lc2 bring up the volume output enough for the kicker amp to work? The kicker amp has dip switches on the bottom do you know anything about the settings by chance?
@Dying_Breed.300 Жыл бұрын
Hello if I have a stock radio and after market amp 1 for door speakers and 1 for my sub can I use the matrix only? Or do I need a LC2i with the matrix. Thank u bro love ur videos
@flightmedic716910 ай бұрын
How do I hook up to the speakers on a 2015 f150? On the doors ?
@MrPaco1372 жыл бұрын
Hello, can you hook an epicenter after the LC2I ? If so it would go to the main or subwoofer ? Regards
@worldwar3tactical4943 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! What's the best gauge/ type of wires to use to connect speakers, power, ground and remote?
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words. For power/ground/remote/speaker level input wiring, we recommend 14-22g wire, depending on the length of the wire run. Typical car audio primary wire will be 14-16g, and will work just fine.
@chrisduncan24002 жыл бұрын
Lc2i has a built in high pass filter at 33hz. The pro does 20hz.
@xxah54nxx2 жыл бұрын
What do you mean by this? The lc2i won’t play under 33hz?
@chrisduncan24002 жыл бұрын
@@xxah54nxx it means it falls off rapidly under 33hz. I changed it out for the pro and the lows are much better.
@justinfeliciano2014 жыл бұрын
I bought the Lc2i and I like it a lot. Diagram on paper shows you can install another amp for highs. I’m looking for install directions on that because I have factory amp and I can’t find any info about it ... I’m using already both rear speaker wires to power the Lc2i from behind factory radio... I would like to install a smaller 4 channel because stock interior speakers are not loud enough even after swapping door speakers. Can you point me to the right direction ?
@soktheaseng69744 жыл бұрын
Same here I'm trying to figure that out too. I think we would have to look for the door speakers wire and connect to the high amp.
@jayjb83311 ай бұрын
So just subwoofer adjusted!! All the wire work and can’t even adjust door speakers !!
@Alpacalover_1233 жыл бұрын
Mark needed helped how to install LC2I for 2019 Dodge charger non amplifier...it's getting sounds cancellation...
@dustinfortier95002 жыл бұрын
Would this work if you have an aftermarket head unit with pre outs that are top low?
@jgarcia238ify2 жыл бұрын
Hello sir, great video! I do have a question were are you getting your power source from? Straight from the battery?
@heathcolwell91902 жыл бұрын
Run a jumper from your amp power lead
@sp00f34 Жыл бұрын
@@heathcolwell9190 what do you mean jumper? how do you do that?
@Rugyyyy2 ай бұрын
@@sp00f34 a wire from ur amp to lc2
@dionesito25 Жыл бұрын
Can the 12v constant lead be from a 12v charging port?
@soktheaseng69744 жыл бұрын
So if I hook up a high amp for the door speakers I would have to look for the doors speakers wire to cut to install to the high amp?
@jayholt21014 жыл бұрын
Yes just splice into the door speaker wires.
@Kyle_FoF Жыл бұрын
Can you use the Lc2i pro for 4 door speakers and an amp?
@PhatkatCollections3 жыл бұрын
I've had this for a few years and since day one the gain knob does absolutely nothing. No volume change at all. The optimize light never comes in no matter where the gain knob is set. I think this is a lemon , sounds no different then my 20 dollar pac loc
@RedBeardRebass3 жыл бұрын
sounds like it's not hooked up correctly
@PhatkatCollections3 жыл бұрын
@@RedBeardRebass nope hooked up correctly. I didn't realize that the bass adjustment was not actually a bass adjustment but s gain knob for the bass rca output. The gain adjustment is actually the gain for the main rca output. Kind of a confusing way of labeling the adjustments but I get it now. Once I went back and messed with it it I figured it out and optimized light started to come on. So far so good.
@idontcaresapo82333 жыл бұрын
I have the s6 1200 install in my 2020 ram 1500. Do I need this lc2i?
@michaelmuto44133 жыл бұрын
If I'm only hooking up my subwoofer (with amp) to the lc2i where do I get the speaker wire from?
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
You can grab signal from any speaker(s) in the vehicle that have enough bass in the signal presently going to them. Play a song with some bass in it, listen closely to each speaker (Put your ear up to it even?) and try to see if you can hear the speaker playing some bass. If you can, that speaker should be ok to grab your signal from. Remember, you don't have to disconnect the speaker either, you can just tap into the wires leading to it. If not, give our tech team a call at (425)775-8461, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm PST.
@lakermd4 жыл бұрын
If i want to run a mono amp for new sub only. Do I have to go through the factory deck, or does the hookup to the loc happen after the factory amp? I want to keep the factory amp running the stock speakers. I don't want to pull out my factory deck. Hoping it gets hooked up from the amp? Anyone know?
@luisaceves27284 жыл бұрын
lakermd before the factory amp, it’s going to amplify your amp with cleaner power
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
All of our products can accept signal from the outputs of an OEM amplifier. So if your vehicle has a factory amplifier, you can grab signal from it's outputs, feed that into our product's inputs, and end up with a nice clean RCA signal to send to your aftermarket subwoofer amplifier.
@debulldoza17783 жыл бұрын
so when you install this to the factory speakers, where do you hookup the RCA if there is the factory amp?
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Not sure I am clear on your question, can you clarify what you are wanting to do? Or if you'd rather, you always contact us directly at www.audiocontrol.com/contact/
@brianmonger34524 жыл бұрын
So I get that you pull signal from the existing speaker wire. But does it matter if it's before or after the factory amp and if the factory amp only powers the factory sub can I pull the signal from the inputs of the factory amp so I could remove it from the vehicle or should I get it from the rear speakers?
@SoDiezl3504 жыл бұрын
If you're only using the LC2I for an aftermarket sub, then the best place to tap into the speaker would be at the high level sub input.On my f30 bmw I was never able to get the lc2i to read the preamp signal coming from the head unit. On certain factory stereos, the head unit needs to see a load. The lc2i pro has an adjustable load feature, but the unit shown here does not.
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Generally speaking, in most all vehicles, you'll want to obtain your signal for the LC2i or LC2i PRO from the output side of the factory amplifier. A line output converter like these is taking a high level signal and converting it to a low level signal. So chances are, you won't want to use the low level signal going into your OEM amp for signal. You'd end up with little to no volume.
@josea.garcia39945 жыл бұрын
Great video and great in depth explanation Mark!!!! 👍👍👍 Can you do a video on the LC8i if you haven't already done so!!! I have seen your videos on the LC6i, LC7i, and now of course the LC2i, but I don't recall you doing one on the LC8i!!! I'm pretty sure it's the same concept as the other LCi products but just to be able to distinguish the difference between each one if theirs any it would be greatly appreciated!!! Also in case some of us car audio enthusist have to use one or another to complete our car audio installs!!! Keep those great videos coming they are very very helpful!!! 👌👌👌
@khayreejoseph333 Жыл бұрын
Good stuff brother. I've recently installed an lc2i with a crossover and a 4 channel Boss amp. My question is why are they staying powered on?
@ericthegeneric1611 Жыл бұрын
Check your remote wire is properly installed into an ignition wire or a fuse that turns on with the vehicle when the key turns and then back off when you turn off the car.
@raidersperez12783 жыл бұрын
Can I disconnect the stock sub, use those wires to the lc2i, set up the lc2i with the amp and run an after market sub JUST for bass ?
@Unfadeable212 жыл бұрын
Yes
@JULIANysuHOHNER2 жыл бұрын
Can the lc2 work if i get signal from one single speaker??
@hurleywilson7246 Жыл бұрын
Yes. Just parallel the plus and minus at the LC2I inputs.
@brianhudson45063 жыл бұрын
Why does my light say maximized and its not working
@donnelmoss7575 жыл бұрын
Do you recommend hooking up both rear speakers or can I us one?
@jorgeramos95254 жыл бұрын
Need to hook up both for stereo left and right 👍
@freshbutplain11442 жыл бұрын
I’m having an issue with power. I have a constant 12 power hooked up but it turns on the lc2i and stays on with car off. Is there a certain way to hook up?
@hurleywilson7246 Жыл бұрын
Sounds like your speaker wires are not hooked up properly. Fact: once there is any audio input into the LC2I, 12 volts is sent out of the 12 volts out.
@flightmedic71692 жыл бұрын
I have a question. I know this has a control knob but my amp has one too. Do I have to install both or how does that work? Thanks
@hurleywilson7246 Жыл бұрын
No. Just use your original bass control knob.
@robertrickerd61743 жыл бұрын
What settings is door Speakers
@kevinc60733 жыл бұрын
When adjusting the gain knob on the LC2i for my aftermarket sub, is it the bass knob or the main knob?. Also should I have the gain on my amp all the way down when adjusting the gain knob on the LC2i?
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Yes, start with the gain knob on your amplifier in it's lowest position. There are output controls on the top of the LC2i- MAIN and BASS. The MAIN knob controls the output level of the MAIN output RCAs and the BASS knob controls the output level of the BASS output RCAs. So the two knobs correspond to the two pairs of RCA outputs. Hopefully that makes sense- if not, give us a call sometime and we can help you through it.
@kevinc60733 жыл бұрын
@@AudioControlCar thanks that is exactly what I did. It is nice that my amp is getting a clean pre amp output signal. The gain on my amp is a 1/4" Turn away from being in the middle. It's good to know that I can always adjust the gain on the LC2i and amp some more if I want more bass
@kaisershaikh3 жыл бұрын
@@AudioControlCar Does that mean we can leave the gain all the way down on the amp and use just the lc2i to adjust gain?
@legittaco44403 жыл бұрын
I’m very confused I had this installed by a friend who is knowledgeable but here is my question. It says it only puts out 400W per channel. I am only using the subwoofer channel right now. I have it connected to an amp that can put out up to 1400W. But since the audiocontroller can only put out 400W isn’t that limiting my amp to 400W?
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
The AudioControl LC2i (and most other AC products) can handle 400 watts of INPUT to their speaker level inputs and convert it into up to 9.5 volts of RCA low level output. Basically, taking an unusable factory signal and converting it into a usable signal your aftermarket amplifier can handle. The LC2i will have no effect on the actual wattage produced by your amplifier. It will work with a 100w amplifier or a 10,000 watt amplifier, but it will handle the signals the same way. So thankfully, your 1400w amp is not being limited in any way. You're on the right track, just getting a little mixed up in the specs/terminology. Hope that helps!
@pedrorubio9503 жыл бұрын
Great video very informative. I have a question . My factory subwoofer is a dual voice coal. Should I tap into all 4 wires or just 2 ?
@pedrorubio9503 жыл бұрын
Also should I cut them or just tap into them ? 2011 Toyota 4Runner JBL subwoofer
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Generally, just one pair for signal will be fine, when only adding an aftermarket subwoofer. If you want the OEM woofer to remain active, then just tap in. If you'd like to eliminate the OEM woofer and only have the aftermarket sub playing (recommended) then disconnect the OEM woofer completely. Hope that helps!
@HOHOHOMOFOS Жыл бұрын
@@AudioControlCar so I would need to disconnect the oem subwoofer and run both speaker wires to get the full potential out of the aftermarket sub??? I'm running a apocalypse AAB-2900.1D and a apocalypse 270 15 d2 and I'm having the same problem at half the halfway point on the bass knob
@boubacartraore53732 ай бұрын
Great video, I love it. but what about if I want to connect only one single speaker cable with R+/L- to the LC2i speaker input, should I connect it to L+/L- or R+/R-?
@AudioControlCar2 ай бұрын
We generally recommend bringing in your single speaker wire in to the left input (where GTO Signal Sensing lives) then jump that signal (+ to + and - to -) to the right input.
@boubacartraore53732 ай бұрын
@@AudioControlCar If I understand you mean that I have to connect my single speaker wire positive pole to LC2i L+ input and the negative pole to LC2i L- input
@AudioControlCar2 ай бұрын
@@boubacartraore5373 Correct. Then jump that connection to the R+/- input.
@boubacartraore53732 ай бұрын
@@AudioControlCar Sorry to bother you, it’s my first time to do this kind of connection. So can you please show me how to jump that connection to the R+/- right input
Question...is the maximized light supposed to blink when bass is hitting?
@Soaringkiwi14 жыл бұрын
no
@jayholt21014 жыл бұрын
Only if you have the gain set too high.
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
A light blinking of the maximized light is ok at high volumes. Preferably, the light would not be illuminated at all, but if it needs to flash on certain songs in order for you to get the desired output, that's ok.
@13salinaspride Жыл бұрын
I only used the left rear speaker in my silverado, do I need to put left and right in? It's just to pull the signal right?
@TheSeabeeMan3 ай бұрын
My JL-HD1200 specifically says in the Owner's Manual that I need a Y-adapter for the one RCA jack leaving my LC2i because my mono-amp requires a signal going to both female RCA jack inputs.
@chansongassett37172 жыл бұрын
Stupid question but Does this work with two amps? I see it works with the amp for subwoofers. Can I add my other amp for my front and rear door speakers? 2019 Honda Accord sport.
@hurleywilson7246 Жыл бұрын
Yes. You can use a "Y" RCA cable to run 2 amp inputs.
@jsnowsucksatgolf4 жыл бұрын
Could I power the LC2i by using a distribution block and taking power from the power wire going to my amp? My car has a cheap crappy LOC now and I just picked one of these up used for a good price. I am just trying to figure out the best way to power it. I have seen people run power wire from the power connection on the amp to the LC2i. Would that be okay as long as I add a fuse?
@MidnightMarrow4 жыл бұрын
Mines been running perfectly fine connected directly to the power input of the amp itself without a fuse even.
@CaLiSnIpEr2 жыл бұрын
Would an LC7i work better for a premium bose system or would the LC2i I have be sufficient enough?
@matthewfortson Жыл бұрын
I have the premium Bose in my car currently with a passive kicker loc and today I will be installing the lc2i. It will work perfectly for it. I’ll get back with u and let u know more this afternoon after the install
@steelydan84213 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Can I run a Kicker 600.1 out of the bass rca’s and a Kicker Key 200.4 out of the other set? No issues with tuning the “Key”?
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Shouldn't be an issue, from what we understand of Kicker's Key technology. The LC2i's BASS outputs are set at 30hz-1khz, and the MAIN output is full-range, from 30hz-20khz. Of course, all of this will depend on the signal being fed to the inputs of the LC2i.
@tylergmorales173 жыл бұрын
@@AudioControlCar That seems inconsistent with the instruction in the video. At 6:45, the video says you get the full frequency range from both Main and Bass outputs. Is this incorrect?
@yangthao67023 жыл бұрын
I have a question regarding the lci2 not turning off once the motors off? Can you please help?
@yangthao67023 жыл бұрын
It power up right away after you plug your speaker wires to your main back speakers even though the motors off
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you're using GTO to turn the unit on. Try bypassing GTO (using the jumper on the side of the unit) and then use a remote turn on lead to turn the unit on. This remote turn on can come from any +12v power source that turns on and off with the vehicle's ignition.
@yangthao67023 жыл бұрын
Yes im trying to use the gto but i thought itll turn off once you turn the car off? How would u bypass i see the two little prongs on the side but how would you hook it up beiing so little? Thank you for answering
@luisCastillo-yr8rf4 жыл бұрын
My radio starts clipping at a little passed half way. Will intalling a LC2Ipro be better than using my amps high level inputs to get my amp to play at higher volume without blowing my sub?
@AudioControlCar4 жыл бұрын
Yes. The LC2i (or the LC2iPRO) will give you a cleaner, higher voltage signal to your amplifier(s), allowing you to get more from your amp/speakers with less distortion.
@kuanliu33833 жыл бұрын
@@AudioControlCar increasing the Bass level on LC2i is better than increasing the gains on the amp? Also, how do I tune LPF?
@danielpaniagua69072 жыл бұрын
@@kuanliu3383 That is my question as well!
@lawrencemcdonald62673 жыл бұрын
Can I just jump power off of the amplifier and jump ground to the ground on the amp??
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Many do this with fine results, but we generally do not recommend it.
@mrjonhdenn4 жыл бұрын
With lc2i can you add a epicenter?
@zowski6.24 жыл бұрын
Yes you can
@AudioControlCar4 жыл бұрын
You sure can. In case you're wondering, the order will be: source unit>LC2i>Epicenter>amplifier(s)
@mrjonhdenn4 жыл бұрын
Thanks 😊
@socademon3 жыл бұрын
Can the LC2i run both main and bass output at the same time?
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
It sure can! It is designed so that both sets of outputs are always functional. No need to switch them on/off or anything like that. Just plug in your RCA's front the LC2i to your amplifier(s) and go.
@jayholt21014 жыл бұрын
Question- If I use the bass knob on the LC2i do I still need to run a bass know for the subwoofer amp or can I just run a bass knob for the amp itself?
@JerseyPiney4 жыл бұрын
You can run on knob from either one that you want. You don’t need one on both. Either or do the same exact thing.
@MidnightMarrow4 жыл бұрын
In theory the LC2i is a cleaner source so boosting it before the amp might be more ideal, though I'm not 100% certain. But boosting a signal can add noise and with that could cause clipping and the like. So if the LC2i is indeed cleaning up and processing the audio, boosting it there might be where you'd want to do it while keeping the amp neutral.
@JerseyPiney4 жыл бұрын
MidnightMarrow the Bass knob for both are just attenuators. They don’t actually boost anything at all. Maxed out they just match whatever signal the output knob is set to. So the addition of one would just give you the option to lower output at the twist of a knob.
@TL-oy9cr2 жыл бұрын
What do I do if my LC2i isn’t shutting off?
@hurleywilson7246 Жыл бұрын
That means you have noise on your speaker lead inputs if I am understanding you correctly (not good). Most likely it is installed incorrectly.
@DanielFlores-wl5ik4 жыл бұрын
Can you link the 12v and ground from your amp?
@kaydenbriscoe1334 жыл бұрын
Yes
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
You can, although we recommend providing any AudioControl product with it's own power and ground. Occasionally, borrowing power and ground from the amplifier can result in noise or other issues.
@tonyzavala7869 Жыл бұрын
@@AudioControlCar what problems does it cause ?
@Rugyyyy2 ай бұрын
can i run a 12v wire from the amp to power this?
@MPC9642 ай бұрын
Yep thats how its done
@Rugyyyy2 ай бұрын
@@MPC964 word that’s so much easier the running a fuse tap throught my entire car
@SoDiezl3504 жыл бұрын
I was under the impression that the bass channels were not full through but rather had a 1000hz low pass filter on them.
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Correct. This is so that the LC2i can be used effectively with an Epicenter. It's such a popular combo, we wanted to make sure they played nice together.
@mattcossel293 жыл бұрын
Great video. I've been running a cheap passive line out converter in my Tundra with the factory jbl setup for a few years and I think I'm getting dirty signal from it. I think I'll pick one of these up and see if it helps me out
@OMGits_Hercules2 жыл бұрын
How is it after upgrading?
@mattcossel292 жыл бұрын
@@OMGits_Hercules funny you ask at the time you did. I bought a kicker passive loc and it sounds much better but my factory jbl signal is way too much for it so it sounds funny still. I have a lc2i pro in the mail arriving tomorrow, i will update you when I get it in and going.
@mattcossel292 жыл бұрын
@@OMGits_Hercules just got it in and set up. 100% worth every penny. I won't use anything else now
@decid34 жыл бұрын
Can you tell me, should the "fused 12 volt constant lead wire going into the LC2i be a separate, specific amperage from the fused power source for my amp? I thought I heard somewhere it should have a 1 amp fuse in-line. Is this right?
@MidnightMarrow4 жыл бұрын
I honestly have the power lead coming out of the amp itself without a fuse. Should anything happen the fuse nearest my battery should burn and disable all the audio equipment connected to it. Don't much see a reason to bother with a fuse to the LC2i itself.
@hurleywilson7246 Жыл бұрын
Yes.
@TimSmith-db1iu Жыл бұрын
Where did you end up connecting the 12 volt cable to? I'm going to install one of these soon. I bought a 1A inline fuse just incase.
@decid3 Жыл бұрын
@@TimSmith-db1iu I ran the 12 volt lead for the power source from the LC2i, with the suggested in-line 1 amp fuse, to my amp's incoming power cable port since it was the closest power source. Works great! But you can add it to any of the 12 volt connections. Good luck with yours!
@dusaintel3 жыл бұрын
Would it work on a mercedes vehicle?
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@dusaintel3 жыл бұрын
@@AudioControlCar im having issues. It wont power up. Im tapping into the rear oem harmon/kardon subwoofer. There is 4 wires. On the LC2i: I have - green into positive, grey into speaker negative, red - +12v, and black - ground. Then I switched black into rem. still nothing. Please advice how i should wire it?
@dusaintel3 жыл бұрын
@@AudioControlCar you meant Absolutely No right? Sorry I misunderstood
@AudioControlCar3 жыл бұрын
@@dusaintel No, we meant it WILL absolutely work in a Mercedes. There is no reason why it wouldn't. If you are not able to get it to power on, and currently trying to use GTO to turn it on, you may have to run a switched +12v lead to the remote input. If you continue to have questions, please call our tech team at (425)775-8461
@dusaintel3 жыл бұрын
@@AudioControlCar thank you so much. Im relieved now. I will try now. I hope i get it as it will help a lot of fellow mb owners at mbworld.org and I will post a DIY. Thank you so much.