User manual CLARION EQS560 INSTALLATION MANUAL

[. . . ] Built into the EQS560 is an auxiliary input that allows use with portable devices (such as an MP3 player) or a video system. 2 1. 60/90Hz CONTROL GLOSSARY · Volume Control - This is the master volume control for the system. · Fader Control - This is used to balance the sound between the front and rear speakers. · Aux Switch - This allows you to select between the main input and an auxiliary source. [. . . ] This unit operates on an automotive 12V negative ground power source and requires additional mobile audio components for proper operation. Disconnect the negative (-) lead of the battery before making any power connections. A good chassis ground connection is critical to the performance of your Clarion equalizer. Use the shortest ground wire possible and securely connect to the car chassis along with the source unit ground to minimize resistance and avoid noise problems. Extra cable can cause signal loss and act as an "antenna" for noise. Use only high-quality RCA cables that are no longer than necessary to make a direct connection with the source unit and amplifiers. If you are using a source unit, without a remote turn-on lead, the EQS560 can be turned on with a switched accessory lead. You can find this accessory power source in the factory harness at the back of the radio. It is the lead that turns on and off with the key. 5 SYSTEM SET-UP Setting System Volume After completing the system wiring, follow the steps below to properly adjust the EQS560. Turn the master volume control on the EQS560 and the amplifier gain controls to their minimum setting. Turn the source unit on and increase the volume until distortion is heard, then reduce volume just below this point. * Once the source unit volume has been set, it will no longer be used. Always use the volume control on the EQS560 as the master (main) volume control. It has better electronics, higher S/N ratio and is more linear than any source unit volume available. *This is the maximum usable musical signal forthis source unit. turning the volume beyond this point will increase noise and distortion without an increase in musical signal. Setting Equalizer Controls The EQS560 provides a graphic adjustment band for each of five frequency ranges: sub, low, mid, mid-high and high frequency. The center frequency of each band is adjustable to allow fine tuning of the acoustical response of the vehicle. Begin by setting the SUB/LO/MID/MID-HIGH/HIGH frequencies at the center position. Play a favorite music track and adjust individual EQ controls to a desired taste. Avoid extreme settings which can distort musical peaks. Increase or decrease the Equalizer Gain Controls as necessary. If your system includes a subwoofer, slowly increase the Subwoofer control until you hear solid bass. [. . . ] Check battery and ground wiring at unit; check battery connections. Solution · Source unit volume is set too high. Turn EQ controls to the center position and listen for distortion again. If problem still occurs, see your authorized Clarion dealer. [. . . ]