HELIX V EIGHT DSP User Manual

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area which has been cleaned of all paint res-
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6. Connecting the remote input
The remote input (REMKDVWREHFRQQHFWHGWR
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as signal inputs. We do not recommend con-
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If the Highlevel Input is used this input does not
need to be connected as long as the car radio
has BTL output stages.
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The V EIGHT DSP will be turned on automati-
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e.g. disturbing noises while switching on/off the
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lips and two allen screws.
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stroy your tweeters right away.
Information about connecting the V EIGHT DSP
to a computer can be found on page 24.
9. Connecting the loudspeaker outputs
The loudspeaker outputs can be connected di-
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connect any of the loudspeaker cables with the
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Ensure that the loudspeakers are correctly con-
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total loss of bass reproduction. The plus pole is
indicated on most speakers. The impedance of

HELIX V EIGHT DSP Specifications

General

Brand	HELIX
Model	V EIGHT DSP
Category	Amplifier
Language	English