AudioControl Digital Equalizer - Manual (Page 8)

Owner’s Enjoyment Manual
AudioControl
A GUIDED TOUR OF THE DQT
1) Inputs: The DQT has two RCA inputs that
need to get their audio signals from your source
unit. If your source unit has multiple outputs (like
a front, rear, and/or subwoofer) you only need to
connect the front or rear outputs to your DQT.
2) Input Level: This knob allows you to
maximize the signal level from your source unit
that goes into your DQT to achieve maximum
signal to noise. Keep in mind, that despite what
the literature says, most aftermarket source units
produce a relatively low voltage signal when it
comes to playing music at normal levels.
3) Input Maximized Indicator: This nifty
LED light indicates that you are supplying the
DQT its maximum amount of signal voltage. If
the LED indicator never comes on, don’t assume
that you it is not working (since LED’s rarely
break) but you might consider adding a line driver
to your system.
4) Output Level Control: Although your
DQT has the ability to increase your signal voltage
18 dB, your amplifiers may not necessarily accept
that much signal. These controls allow you to
regulate the proper amount of pre-amp signal
from the DQT to the amplifiers.
5) Equalization Overload Indicator: This
convienient LED indicates when the DSP (digital
signal processor) of your DQT is clipping or
distorting. The usual cause of this is having the
“Input Level” turned up too high or you have
boosted too many frequencies on your equalizer.
6) Select: This allows you to scroll through the
various equalization or memory modes of your
DQT.
7) Navigation Arrows: These multi-func-
tion buttons let you navigate within each of the
various modes and utilize the features of your
DQT.
8) Output Voltage Indicators: These
brightly colored LED’s indicate the level of signal
voltage at the outputs of your DQT. You will be
happy to know that they dance up and down
with your music.
9) Outputs: These RCA connectors should be
connected to the next component after the DQT,
such as a crossover or amplifier. Do not connect
any speakers directly to your DQT or connect
your DQT to any home appliances, like your
toaster.
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