When you remove the key from the ignition, a car amplifier should turn off. If it continues to be powered on even when the engine and stereo are turned off, you will have a dead battery very soon. There are … Read more
From the stereo wire, there are two connections. The first is the P.CONT, and the second is the Ant. CONT. Many people are confused when they first hear these terminologies because there is not a whole lot of information available … Read more
Because wires come in a variety of shapes and colors, understanding the wiring in your car stereo can be difficult. Therefore, it is likely that you may confuse your car radio’s illumination (orange) wire with others. So, what is the … Read more
A common question that many car owners have is how long before the car battery dies with the radio on. Most car batteries can run the radio for several hours. It would, however, be dependent on the battery, the radio, … Read more
The most prevalent form of bad alternator noise is a loud, annoying noise that continues while the engine runs. The alternator whining noise will become louder as you accelerate. When the RMPs keep increasing, such as when you accelerate, the … Read more
Every vehicle has a fuse box, and some people find that the fuse blows immediately when they switch on the radio in their car. If you notice that the fuse in your car is frequently blowing, you must track down … Read more
The red wire connects to the ignition with a 12-volt rating, which can be connected to the stereo. The yellow wire is the 12-volt battery wire, and it should also be connected to the stereo for power. Once connected to … Read more
Subs are a huge value addition to any car audio system for reliable, loud bass once everything has been perfectly set up. Subs and bass management, however, can be difficult to manage at times. And people frequently ask, “Why is … Read more
If you’re contemplating improving your car’s stereo system, an HD radio is something you should think about. Adding a receiver that can catch HD radio signals will provide you with free AM and FM broadcasts that are clearer than traditional … Read more
