AXDSPX-A2B3 - DVD player AXESS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AXDSPX-A2B3 AXESS

Collection of various black and white automotive electrical connectors with colored wires, displayed against a white background (no text or symbols visible)

INTERFACE FEATURES

• Designed for Revel A2B amplifiers
• A2B data interface w/AXDSP-X (digital signal processor) built-in
• Includes an amplifier bypass harness
• Retains factory chimes including parking sensor chimes
• Retains voice prompts
• Chimes and voice prompts go through the aftermarket amplifier and/or cluster
• Selectable 31 Band graphic EQ or 5 Band Parametric EQ
  • 10 individually assignable outputs

Lincoln Select Models 2018-Up A2B Data Interface w/Amplifier Bypass Harness & DSP

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INTERFACE COMPONENTS

• AXDSPX-A2B3 interface
• AXDSPX-A2B3 harness
  • LD-DSP-A2B-3
• LD-DSP-A2B-4

• AXDSPX-A2B3 interface harness (male connectors: 12-pin, 16-pin)

• Amplifier bypass harness (female connectors: 12-pin black, 20-pin gray)

• AXBK-1
  • A2B-EXT

• Settings adjusted via Bluetooth® in a smart device application (tablet or mobile phone), compatible with both Android and Apple devices

• Independent equalization on each of the 10 outputs
• Independent high pass, low pass, and bandpass filters
  • Each channel can be delayed independently up to 10ms
• Clipping detection and limiting circuits
• Read, write, and store configurations for future recall
• Password protect feature available in the mobile app
• Micro-B USB updatable

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Connections....2

Installation 3

LED Feedback 4

TOOLS REQUIRED

• Crimping tool and connectors, or solder gun, solder, and heat shrink • Tape • Wire cutter
• Zip ties

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iOS 12.1 or higher

ATTENTION: With the key out of the ignition, disconnect the negative battery terminal before installing this product. Ensure that all installation connections, especially the air bag indicator lights, are plugged in before reconnecting the battery or cycling the ignition to test this product.

NOTE: Refer also to the instructions included with the aftermarket radio.

CONNECTIONS TO BE MADE AT THE FACTORY AMPLIFIER'S LOCATION

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    A["Factory Amp Harness"] --> B["2 Harness Options"]
    B --> C["Amp Bypass Harness"]
    C --> D["Please see Speaker Assignment QR Code located on the back page of instructions."]
    D --> E["AXDSP Input Harness"]
    E --> F["12-Pin"]
    F --> G["AXBX-1 Remote Bass Knob Level Control for Ch5 and Ch6"]
    G --> H["To Aftermarket Amplifiers"]
    H --> I["Channel Programming is done through the AXDSP-XL App"]
    I --> J["RCA Jacks (sold separately)"]
    J --> K["Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire"]
    K --> L["Red/White - Not Used"]
    L --> M["18-Pin"]
    M --> N["AXDSP-A2B3 Interface"]
    N --> O["NOT USED"]
    O --> P["A2B-EXT Extension Cable"]
    P --> Q["Factory Amp (must be removed)"]
    Q --> R["Factory Amplifier Locations"]
    R --> S["*Please see Speaker Assignment QR Code located on the back page of instructions."]

INSTALLATION

1. Locate the factory amp, unplug all connectors, then remove the amp.
2. Install the AXDSPX-A2B3 harness and make all necessary connections, but leave the amp turn-on wire disconnected.
   Note: Ensure the USB connector from the factory amp is connected to the AXDSPX-A2B3.
3. Plug the 12-pin and 16-pin connectors from the AXDSPX-A2B3 harness into the AXDSPX-A2B3 interface.
4. Download and install the AXDSP-XL app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
5. Open the app and follow the instructions on the Bluetooth Connection tab to pair the mobile device to the AXDSPX-A2B3. (Figure A)
6. Scroll to the Configuration tab then select the vehicle type. Press the Lock Down button to save the configuration. (Figure B)
7. Connect the amp turn-on wire from the AXDSPX-A2B3 harness.
8. Click the Identify button to confirm that the AXDSPX-A2B3 is connected properly. If so, a chime will be heard from the front left speaker or gauge cluster. Test all functions of the installation for proper operation.
9. Adjust the DSP settings in the app as desired. Refer to the instructions under the Setup Instructions tab, or online at Axxessinterfaces.com for an explanation of each tab in the app.

Not Connected SETUP INSTRUCTIONS BLUETOOTH CONNECTION CONFIGURATION INPUTS CROSSOVER ADJUST EQUALIZER ADJUST DELAY ADJUST LEVELS SCAN Available Devices To connect to the AX-DSP make sure the ignition is in the on position and the AX-DSP is powered up Hit the SCAN Button and select your AX-DSP from the available devices. Conformation that you are connected to the DSP will show in the top left corner of your screen. To disconnect from the AX-DSP hit the Disconnect button.

(Figure A)

Select Vehicle Type and OE Amp Option Make: LINCOLN Model: With OE Amp Without OE AMP APPLY CANCEL KEYTRY Click RESET Reset on on VEHICUT TYPE Select LOCK DOWN Stores the current configuration into the AX-DSP. SAVE CONFIG Saves the current configuration to your device RECALL COMPD Recalls a configuration from your device APPS OFF Applies the recalled configuration to the AX-DSP ABOUT Displays Information about this App and the AX-DSP

(Figure B)

A2B LED FEEDBACK

LED FEEDBACK	1 blink every 5 seconds = All good
	2 blinks every 5 seconds = No A2B signal
	3 blinks every 5 seconds = No CAN communication

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