AudioControl DQ-61 - User Manual

®
Making Good Sound Great
™
Six-Channel Line Output Converter with
Signal Delay, Equalization, and AccuBASS
®
for interfacing with factory installed audio systems
The DQ-61 is your gateway to amazing sound from a factory head unit.
It is a compact six channel, high-performance, line level converter with
independent mul-channel equalizaon and signal delay to custom
tune the system. AudioControl’s patent pending AccuBASS
®
system
corrects for the factory bass roll-o present in so many of today’s cars.
In short; the DQ-61 can make every car sound its very best.
Whether this is your rst product from the rainforest dwellers of
AudioControl, or you are already a rm believer, you will denitely
enjoy how great the DQ-61 can make your performance system sound.

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Guidelines

Provides essential instructions for safe operation and installation of the apparatus.

Key Features

Product Features Overview

Lists the main capabilities and functionalities of the DQ-61 unit.

Quick Installation Information

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Outlines the process for installing the DQ-61 in a vehicle audio system.

Our Bulletproof Warranty

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Details the terms, conditions, and duration of the product warranty.

A Guided Tour of the DQ-61

Speaker-level and Input Level Controls

Explains the speaker-level inputs and input level adjustment controls.

AccuBASS Settings

Covers AccuBASS® settings for audio tuning.

Signal Delay Mode

Explains the signal delay modes and their operation.

Under the Covers - Internal Jumpers

Internal Jumper Configuration

Explains how to configure internal jumpers for specific applications and settings.

Typical DQ-61 Installation, using an AudioControl LC-4.800 4-channel amplifier and an LC-1.800 Subwoofer Amplifier

Using a DQ-61 and The Epicenter and amplifiers from AudioControl to achieve maximum sound quality and bass

Installation with a 6 XS 6-Channel Crossover and 2 LC-4.800 amplifiers

Great Features of the DQ-61

Signal Delay Operation

Guides on setting up the signal delay for acoustic alignment.

Equalization Optimization

Remote Level Control - ACR-3

ACR-3 Custom Installation

Covers mounting, custom installation, and operation of the ACR-3 remote.

AccuBASS

Setting AccuBASS For Optimum Bass Performance

Details the procedure for optimizing AccuBASS® settings for enhanced bass.

The WARRANTY

Warranty Registration and Conditions

Outlines the requirements and legal terms for product warranty coverage.

DQ-61 SPECIFICATIONS

Technical Specifications Summary

Lists all technical data, dimensions, power requirements, and ratings for the DQ-61.

AudioControl DQ-61 Specifications

Power

power draw	350 mA
recommended fuse rating	2 Amps
remote trigger max output current	1 Amp

Audio Specifications

maximum speaker-level input	400 watts per channel
maximum output level	7.5 Vrms
output gain	+/-12 dB

Frequency and Impedance

frequency response	10Hz-22kHz
input impedance	20 Kohms
output impedance	150 Ohms

Weight and Dimensions

size	8.6”W x 5”D x 1.25”
weight	3 lbs
left / right max delay	10 ms