Car audio help needed?

Saturday, November 5th, 2011 at 12:45 pm

Question by Snake.
I have an old front-loader/head unit (going to upgrade soon) but i want to use it till i get new one so my question is.the head unit is 4ohm(so i think) and i recently bought an amp(i’m new at this but wiring and everything is sorted) that is 2ohm stable and subwoofer is 2ohm and 4ohm.when i plug my rca from my head unit to my amp there’s no sound.but when i connect my setup to my friends head unit.it plays.so is it the head unit not being able to play 2ohm or can both rca(front and rear) outputs be blown?tried diff rca cables on 2ohm amp and no sound and when i try a diff amp it that is 2ohm and 4ohm theres sound

Panasonic CQ-C3300U
XTC Bubbles B2500 mono amp
KFC-W3012 (but mine is 2ohm and 4ohm)
could you email me.i would like to discuss some more?

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Things to remember while selecting your Car Audio Equipment

Article by Melina Menny

Almost everyone loves to listen to tunes in their car. Whether it’s the oldies or the latest hits, music can convert a hard lonely stretch of tarmac into sheer bliss. That’s the reason why so many people upgrade the audio systems in their car or go for fresh systems in case the car does not come pre-installed with car audio equipment. But when you do go shopping, it is important to buy the right car audio equipment for you and your car. When buying your car audio equipment, the first thing you need to get is the head unit. In truth, this is just a fancy name for a CD player. There are many options to choose from. CD players can play audio CDs to DVD formats depending on the kind of CD player you choose. These players are available at your local stores, audio equipment shops and even online shops. Make sure that you buy units that can play all the audio formats that you have in mind. Some CD players also come with radios. After choosing a head unit, the next thing you must consider getting is a decent set of speakers. Generally, there are two main speakers one positioned at the front of the car and one at the back. Each speaker is divided into two parts, one works for the highs and one for the bass. The speakers you buy should be able to produce a crisp sound instead of the airy notes that are often produced by preinstalled car speakers. Sound test your speakers before you settle for them. The entire speaker set is also called a channel.If you want to enhance your channel, you should consider purchasing a good set of amplifiers. Amplifiers are added to the system to provide extra strength to the sounds produced by your speakers. If you still want to enhance your car audio equipment, then you should add subwoofers. They provide a much deeper bass than what other speakers with in-built woofers can produce. Once you have these in place, you are ready to rock!There are a multitude of brands that offer excellent car audio equipment. Sony, Kenwood, JVC, Panasonic, Pioneer, Alpine and Clarion are the most popular brands. But, don’t go by brand names alone; buy pieces of equipment in keeping with your budget. Remember that you are going in for a luxury item, and that it is more practical to get the best equipment that your budget will allow. Before purchasing a set of car audio equipment, it is always good to do some research. Consult with people who are using a product or visit websites that carry reviews of products you want to buy. Make an informed decision rather than purchasing on a whim. If you spend a considerable amount on your car audio equipment, it is only natural that you should invest some amount of money and time in the proper care of these. A security system is a must, and since you can easily find a nifty security system at a low budget, there is no reason why you should not protect your investment. Also, as far as possible, select audio equipment that is camouflaged so that it does not attract thieves. If the cost of your unit is high, you may even consider getting a comprehensive insurance cover on your car audio equipment. A little precaution will keep you and your car audio equipment singing and in sync for many years!

Pioneer AVIC-X920BT 6.1-Inch In-Dash Double-Din Navigation A/V Receiver
AM/FM radio, DVD, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, and MP3/WMA/AAC/DivX receiver with GPS navigation
6.1-inch fixed widescreen TFT LCD touchscreen with new 3D interface and customizable home menu
Easy-to-use navigation featuring turn-by-turn guidance, detailed maps, and voice-activated navigation
MusicSphere technology creates unique mood-based playlists via iTunes for your iPod, iPod touch, or iPhone
Take incoming calls with built-in Bluetooth, and dial contacts via voice commands
AVIC-X920BT main unit, installation hardware, and user’s manual.
Built-in Bluetooth,USB and iPod/iPhone connectivity,microSD card slot,and back-up camera input
6.1-inch fixed widescreen TFT LCD touchscreen with 3D interface
4 GB of Flash memory,6.1-inch WVGA touchscreen display,3D graphics accelerator, DVD playback
Pioneer’s double-DIN AVIC-X920BT features a 3D touch slide interface, Pioneer MusicSphere and ECO Graph. In addition, the AVIC-X920BT features a 4 GB of Flash memory, a large 6.1-inch WVGA touchscreen display, a 3D graphics accelerator, DVD playback, built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling and music streaming, USB and iPod/iPhone connectivity, a microSD card slot, and back-up camera input.Pioneer’s double-DIN AVIC-X920BT integrates sophisticated navigation capabilities with groundbreaking features, including a revolutionary 3D touch slide interface, Pioneer MusicSphere and ECO Graph. In addition, the AVIC-X920BT features 4 GB of Flash memory, a large 6.1-inch WVGA touchscreen display, a 3D graphics accelerator, DVD playback, built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling and music streaming, USB and iPod/iPhone connectivity, a microSD card slot, back-up camera input, and more.
A double-DIN navigation receiver with a wealth of groundbreaking features. Click to enlarge.
ECO Graph offers a visual representation of your vehicle’s environmental impact.
Complete iPod control, including voice control and the unique new MusicSphere feature.
Access Pandora stations through your iPhone.
Enjoy All Kinds of Media
The AVIC-X920BT offers audio and video playback from the most popular formats. Whether you’re enjoying DivX files on DVD, MP3 audio on SD card, or iTunes AAC files on CD, there are dozens of playback options for your favorite media.
You can also access your favorite Pandora stations through your iPhone.
Ditch the Headset with Built-in Bluetooth
Take incoming calls through the AVIC-X920BT and be heard clearly without a headset, courtesy of Bluetooth technology. Connecting your compatible phone is easy and gives you instant touchscreen access to your contacts. You can also dial a contact with the sound of your voice by simply saying, “Call Jack Smith.”
Audio User Interface Revolution with 3D
A new user interface features dynamic shortcuts for all built-in or connected media sources, more prominent album art display (when applicable), and improved display of audio track data. The intuitive touch slide control is utilized for audio/video source selection and for searching through new media, such as iPod/iPhone content, with a new and improved ABC Search and dual-speed scroll for List Searches. 3D animation makes the user interface a completely new, easy-to-use, and intuitive in-car experience. The AVIC-X920BT also features a customizable home menu, which allows users to drag and drop up to 15 function icons into the home page display for easy one-touch access.
MusicSphere
Pioneer’s new MusicSphere for the AVIC-X920BT allows you to easily create instant playlists from the music in your iTunes library. MusicSphere uses an advanced plug-in that works with iTunes to intelligently construct playlists from your massive music collection by analyzing attributes such as feeling (bright, energetic, gloomy, relaxing calm), rhythm pattern, beats per minute (BPM), and more. Playlists are stored on your iPod or iPhone and accessed through the AVIC-X920BT’s MusicSphere interface.
Navigation at Its Best
The AVIC-X920BT offers a comprehensive map database from Tele Atlas, covering the entire United States and Canada, enabling users to route to millions of destinations, including more than 12 million points of interest (POIs). Additionally, the unit features enhanced voice recognition, including the capability to input destination addresses by voice–you can simply input an address by voice or find a place to re-fuel by saying, “Find the nearest gas station” or “Find the nearest McDonalds,” and so on.
ECO Features
For consumers, the system also features the second generation ECO Driving function with new features that provide driving status reports and the driver’s impact on the environment with visual images on-screen. Through Pioneer’s proprietary AVIC FEEDS PC software, the unit can estimate the fuel cost of trip routes as well as the vehicle’s CO2 emissions through detailed Drive Reports. Through a proprietary fuel consumption algorithm, AVIC FEEDS can also log and archive driving data and analyze driving habits to generate various reports with suggestions to improve fuel efficiency.
ECO Graph
New to this generation of eco-conscious features, the ECO Graph feature provides a view in addition to 2D and 3D, which divides the map view screen with a new graph to provide drivers with a visual representation of their environmental impact. Additionally, when a route is set, the unit will calculate a Drive Score based on driving efficiency, which factors abrupt stops, accelerations, and idle time.
Your iPod (and iPhone) Will Thank You
On top of being an exceptional navigator, the AVIC-X series delivers an iPod experience that blows away FM transmitters or cassette adapters. Even at the first glance, you will fall in love with the easy-to-use touchscreen controls for your music and brilliant 6.1-inch display for your videos. Album art is also beautifully displayed.
With the optional cable (CD-IU230V) connected to your iPod, you will notice how easily you can find songs, videos, artists, or playlists with a few simple taps of your finger. The AVIC-X920BT also features voice-activated control of your iPod. Simply say the name of an artist, album, playlist, or genre to bring up the next song.
HD/SAT Radio Ready
The AVIC-X920BT gives you plenty of room to expand your broadcast options. With optional tuners, experience the vast channel selection of XM Sirius Satellite Radio and HD Radio.
What’s in the Box
AVIC-X920BT main unit, installation hardware, and user’s manual.
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List Price: $ 1,200.00