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CONCERT SERIES
Bass Maximizer, Patent #4,698,842
Owners Enjoyment Manual
C
ongratulations on your acquisition of the finest bass restoration processor
known to the autosound world. Whether this is your first AudioControl
product, or you are already a firm believer, you will definitely enjoy The
Epicenter Concert Series.
Now before we get too far along here, we need to give you a simplistic
explanation of bass and its multitude of applications. Regardless of your age
or musical preference, the addition of low frequency bass to your autosound
system is truly an enjoyable experience. Whether you listen to the kettle drums
of Beethoven’s fifth symphony or you prefer the tones of rap music, bass will
truly enhance the performance of your system. Of course, some people enjoy
more bass than others, and for that reason The Epicenter comes with a dash
mountable control knob which allows you to increase or decrease the level of
the bass restoration effect. No matter what your choice of music, you will
absolutely love The Epicenter.
Now before you start salivating too much just thinking about what The
Epicenter can add to your system, take a few minutes to sit back, have a latté,
decaffeinated if necessary, and read through this manual. It contains lots of
useful facts and information (and besides, we spent a lot of time writing it)!!
Features Of The Epicenter Concert Series
Here are some of the nifty features that are enclosed in your magical box:
• Patented Bass Maximizer
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• Dash mount control
• Bass restoration lighted display
• Parametric bass control
• PFM Subsonic Filter
• Balanced inputs
• Bass Output Control
What all this means is more bass. . . louder bass with speaker protection.
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22410 70th Avenue West • Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
Phone 425-775-8461 • Fax 425-778-3166 • www.audiocontrol.com
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Summary

Features Of The Epicenter Concert Series

Patented Bass Maximizer

Bass maximization circuit recreates and injects low frequency information back into the signal path.

Para-Bass

Unique equalization circuit contours restored bass to your speaker system.

Dash Mount Control

Control knob mounted anywhere with a dual-color LED indicator that adjusts brightness with bass level.

Bass Maximizer Indicator

Backlighted logo on chassis flashes when the bass maximization circuit is activated.

PFM Subsonic Filter

Filters out unwanted subsonic information to fine-tune bass response and protect speakers.

Bass Output Control

Maximizes bass output while restraining destructive bursts to protect your speakers.

Five Year Warranty

Warranty Conditions

Conditions for activating warranty: fill card, keep receipt, original purchase, authorized service, no misuse.

Quick Install Guidelines

Precautions for use: adjust equalizer bass, reduce other bass controls, use appropriate speakers/amplification.

Quick Install Information

Installation Path

Install in signal path between source and amplifier, before any crossover.

Factory Settings

Overview of factory settings for various parameters like Para-Bass and Bass Output.

A Guided Tour Of The Epicenter Concert Series

The Outside Connections

Details on inputs, outputs, dash control, power, Para-Bass controls, and display.

The Inside Connections

Input Grounding

Setting jumpers for BALANCED or UNBALANCED input signal.

Ground Isolation Jumpers

Alternative grounding connections to prevent alternator whine.

Bass Output Control Jumpers

Adjusting signal voltage for bass restoration to optimize output and speaker protection.

PFM Subsonic Filter

Utilizes PFM filter for speaker control and amplifier power management.

The Story Behind Epicenter

Bass Maximization Technology

Explains how the patented circuit reproduces low frequency information via musical harmonics.

Installing The Epicenter Concert Series

Placement & Mounting

Guidelines for positioning the unit and securing it with screws.

Electrical Connections

Instructions for connecting remote, power, and ground wires.

Dash Control Installation

Placement And Mounting

Mounting the dash control under the dash or through a custom hole.

Dash Bracket Installation

Securing the dash control using its bracket and screws.

Custom Installation

Flush mounting the dash control with custom dashboard modifications.

Dual-Color Dash Control LED

Information on the LED color changing capability.

Adjusting Controls

Adjusting the Para-Bass Controls

Setting the center frequency and width for bass restoration.

Setting The Bass Output Control

Recommended settings for Bass Output based on amplifier input voltage.

PFM Subsonic Filter

Guidance on selecting PFM module frequency for speaker protection.

Troubleshooting

No Power

Steps to check if the dash remote or unit is not receiving power.

No Restoration

Troubleshooting steps if no bass effect is heard, including signal chain placement.

Sounds Distorted

Adjustments for distorted sound, including bass restoration and PFM frequency.

Other AudioControl Products

EQL Concert Series

Description of the award-winning dual bandwidth equalizer.

3 XS Crossover

Details on the 4-channel, 2-way crossover with steep slopes.

Overdrive Line Drivers

Information on line drivers for increasing signal voltage.

Home Audio Products

Mention of home audio signal processors, including Phase Coupled Activator Series III.

The Warranty

Conditional Warranty Terms

Details on warranty conditions, coverage, and exclusions for AudioControl products.

Unwarranted Abuse

Examples of misuse that void the warranty, such as physical damage or improper connections.

The Epicenter Concert Series Specifications

Audio Control EPICENTER Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAudio Control
ModelEPICENTER
CategoryCar Stereo System
LanguageEnglish

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