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Product Type Digital Signal Processor (DSP) Interface for GM Ethernet Amplifiers
Brand / Model Metra Axxess AXDSPX-ETH1
Input Channels 6 channels, high/low level selectable (differential-balanced)
Output Channels 10 individually assignable channels
Equalizer Type 31-Band Graphic EQ or 5-Band Parametric EQ, +/-10dB
Crossover Filters Independent high-pass, low-pass, and bandpass per channel; Linkwitz-Riley 24dB/octave slope
Delay Up to 10ms per channel, adjustable in 0.1ms steps
Clipping Detection Built-in clipping detection and limiting circuits
Bluetooth Control Via AX-DSP-XL app (Android & iOS)
App Features Read/write/store configurations, password protect, identify, lock down
Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.03%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 105dB @ 5V RMS
Output Voltage Up to 5V RMS
Input Impedance 1M Ohm
Operating Voltage 10 - 16VDC
Operating Current Draw ~150mA
Standby Current Draw ~7mA
Amplifier Turn-On 12VDC remote output, signal sense or ignition
Vehicle Compatibility GM 2019-up vehicles with Ethernet amplifiers (e.g., Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC)
Retained Features Factory chimes, parking sensor chimes, voice prompts (SYNC, OnStar)
Update Method Micro-B USB
Included Components Interface, harness, amplifier bypass harness, bass knob (AXBK-1), LD-ETH-ADAPT harness for Corvette
Mounting Detachable mount or flush mount with washer/locking nut for bass knob

Frequently Asked Questions - Axxess AXDSPX-ETH1 Metra

How do I connect the AXDSPX-ETH1 to my vehicle?
Locate the factory amplifier, unplug all connectors, and remove it. Install the AXDSPX-ETH1 harness and make necessary connections, leaving the amp turn-on wire disconnected. Plug the 8-pin and 16-pin connectors into the interface, then download and install the AX-DSP-XL app.
What does the LED blink pattern mean?
1 blink every 5 seconds indicates all good. 2 blinks means missing Ethernet frames. 3 blinks means missing CAN frames. If blinking 2 or 3 times, inspect connections and cycle the key.
How do I configure the DSP using the app?
After connecting via Bluetooth, go to the Configuration tab, select your vehicle make/model and OE amp option, then tap Apply. Press Lock Down to save. Use the other tabs to adjust crossover, EQ, delay, and levels.
Can I retain factory chimes and voice prompts?
Yes, the AXDSPX-ETH1 retains factory chimes including parking sensor chimes, and voice prompts from SYNC and OnStar. Chimes go through the aftermarket amplifier or gauge cluster.
What is the purpose of the bass knob (AXBK-1)?
The AXBK-1 allows quick independent control of subwoofer gain. Connect the Orange wire to the AX-DSP 20-pin harness and the Black wire to chassis ground. Two mounting options are provided.
How many outputs can I assign and how?
There are 10 individually assignable outputs. In the Outputs tab of the app, you can assign each channel to a location (e.g., Left Front, Right Rear) and group them (master/slave). You can also invert phase or mute channels.
What are the power requirements?
Operating voltage is 10-16VDC. Current draw is approximately 150mA during operation and 7mA in standby. The remote output provides 12VDC for amplifier turn-on.
How do I perform a factory reset?
In the Configuration tab of the app, tap 'Reset to Defaults'. This resets DSP customization settings but does not change the vehicle type. Amplifiers will shut off for 5-10 seconds during the process.
Is the AXDSPX-ETH1 compatible with aftermarket radios?
Yes, it can be used with aftermarket radios. Connect RCA inputs from the radio to the AX-DSP-X inputs. In the app, select 'General' as the vehicle type when using an aftermarket radio.
How do I update the firmware?
The AXDSPX-ETH1 is Micro-B USB updatable. Connect it to a computer and use the appropriate update tool from AxxessInterfaces.com. Ensure the interface is powered during the update.

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USER MANUAL Axxess AXDSPX-ETH1 Metra

This is an add-on accessory for the AX-DSP. If you are using the AX-DSP to install an aftermarket subwoofer and would like quick independent control of the subwoofer gain.

Installation is extremely easy.

  • Connect the Orange wire on the AX-BASSKÑOB to the Orange wire on the AX-DSP 20-pin harness or the vehicles specific harness that was purchased.
  • Connect the Black wire on the AX-BASSKNOB to a chassis ground in the vehicle.

We provide two mounting options for the AX-BASSKNOB, there is a detachable mount so the gain control knob can be mounted under a dash or in a pocket, also provided, a washer and locking nut so the gain control can be flush mounted.

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INTERFACE FEATURES

  • Designed for GM Ethernet amplifiers
  • Ethernet data interface w/AXDSP-X (digital signal processor) built-in
  • Includes an amplifier bypass harness
  • Retains factory chimes including parking sensor chimes
  • Retains vehicle's 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

GENERAL MOTORS 2019-UP ETHERNET DSPX PACKAGE

Visit AxxessInterfaces.com for more detailed information about the product and up-to-date vehicle specific applications

INTERFACE COMPONENTS

  • AXDSPX-ETH1 interface
  • AXDSPX-ETH1 harness
  • LD-DSP-ETH1
    • LD-DSP-ETH2
  • AXBK-1

  • LD-ETH-ADAPT harness

  • AXDSPX-ETH1 interface harness (male connectors: 8-pin, 16-pin)

  • Amplifier bypass harness (female connectors: 8-pin black, 20-pin green)

Visit axxessinterfaces.com for current application list.

  • 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
  • Settings adjusted via Bluetooth® in a smart device application (tablet or mobile phone), compatible with both Android and Apple devices
  • Read, write, and store configurations for future recall
  • Password protect feature available in the mobile app
  • Micro-B USB updatable

For Dash Disassembly Instructions, refer to metraonline.com. Enter the year, make, and model of the vehicle in the Vehicle Fit Guide for Radio Install kits.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Connections: Adding A Full-Range Amp & Sub To A Factory System 2-3
Installation 4
Speaker Wiring Charts: Connector Types ....5
Cadillac/XT4 2019-Up 6
Chevrolet/Blazer 2019-Up 7
Chevrolet/Camaro 2019-Up....7
Chevrolet/Cheyenne 2019-2021 8
Chevrolet/Colorado 2019-2021......8
Chevrolet/Corvette 2020-Up....9
Chevrolet/Equinox, Malibu, & Silverado .....10
Chevrolet/Volt 2019....11
GMC/Acadia & Canyon 2019-Up....12
GMC/Sierra 1500/2500/3500 & Terrain .....13
Quick Setup Steps: AX-DSP-XL App....14
Specifications 15
Troubleshooting....16
LED Feedback 16

TOOLS REQUIRED

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

- Zip ties

CONNECTIONS: ADDING A FULL-RANGE AMP & SUB TO A FACTORY SYSTEM
Metra Axxess AXDSPX-ETH1 - TOOLS REQUIRED - 1

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    A["Factory Amp Harness"] --> B["Factory Amp (must be removed)"]
    B --> C["ACX-BK-1"]
    C --> D["AXDSPX-ETH1 Interface"]
    D --> E["Refer To Pages 5-13 For SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS"]
    E --> F["Refer To Pages 5-13 For SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS"]
    F --> G["Refer To Pages 5-13 For SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS"]
    G --> H["Refer To Pages 5-13 For SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS"]
    H --> I["Assignable outputs labeled CH7-10 to be used for optional amps."]
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    AS --> AT["Refer To Pages 5-13 For SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS"]
    AT --> AU["Refer To Pages 5-13 For SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS"]
    AU --> AV["Refer To Pages 5-13 For SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS"]
    AV --> AW["Refer To Pages 5-13 For SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS"]
    AW --> AX["Refer To Pages 5-13 For SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS"]
    AX --> AY["Refer To Pages 5-13 For SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS"]

CONNECTIONS: LD-ETH-ADAPT
LD-ETH-ADAPT * Corvette Only Harnesses to be used in conjunction with the ETH2 in the following vehicles: 2021-Up RPO (UQP) YUKON, SUBURBAN, & TAHOE * RPO (UQH) CORVETTE

REV. 9/26/23 INSTAXDSPX-ETH1

INSTALLATION

  1. Locate the factory amp ( ^† ), unplug all connectors, then remove the amp.
  2. Install the AXDSPX-ETHI harness and make all necessary connections, but leave the amp turn-on wire disconnected.
  3. Plug the 8-pin and 16-pin connectors from the AXDSPX-ETH1 harness into the AXDSPX-ETH1 interface.
  4. Download and install the AX-DSP-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-ETH1. (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-ETH1 harness.
  8. Click the Identify button to confirm that the AXDSPX-ETH1 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)

Connected to AX-DSP 2.0000/13/04 SETUP INSTRUCTIONS SELECT VEHICLE ONIONAL ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS ITEMS: Select Vehicle Type and OE Amp Option Make: Chevrolet Model: Silverado - 2019 - 2020 Without OE Amp With OE Amp CANCEL APPLY OK ORANGE Stress the current configuration to your device SAVE CONTENTS Saves the current configuration to your device NEARL ITEMS Recalls a configuration from your device ABOUT Displays Information about this App and the AX-DSP SET PASORS Changes password for accessing the AX-DSP

(Figure B)

SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS: CONNECTOR TYPES

SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS

It is recommended to use the factory speaker wires when connecting to your aftermarket equipment.

Due to the variation from the factory speaker wire location and colors, it is critical that these Speaker Wire Charts be used when wiring your aftermarket equipment.

Important: The supplied T-harnesses will not follow the standard speaker wire colors.

We recommend that each speaker wire be double checked using a tone generator and polarity tester.

CONNECTOR A 8 1 16 9

CONNECTOR B 4 1 8 5

CONNECTOR C 8 1 16 9

SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS: CADILLAC / XT4 2019-UP W/UQG OR UQS

CADILLAC/XT4 2019-UP W/UQG
CONNECTOR/PIN WIRE COLOR/POLARITY ASSIGNMENT LABEL RPO
A-1 Pink (+)RIGHT REARSPK1 UQG
A-9 Pink/Black (-)
A-2 Blue (+)LEFT REARSPK2 UQG
A-10 Blue/Black (-)
A-3 Red/White (+)RIGHT FRONT MIDRANGESPK3 UQG
A-11 Red/Black (-)
A-4 Purple (+)CENTERSPK4 UQG
A-12 Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green (+)LEFT FRONT MIDRANGESPK5 UQG
A-13 Green/Black (-)
A-6 OrangeNASPK6 UQG
A-14 Orange/Black
A-7 OrangeNASPK7 UQG
A-15 Orange/Black
A-8YellowNASPK8 UQG
A-16 Yellow/Black
B-1Red (+)RIGHT FRONTSPK 09UQG
B-5Black (-)
B-2GrayNASPK 10UQG
B-6Gray/Black
B-3 White (+)LEFT FRONTSPK 11UQG
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4Yellow 12V
B-8BlackGROUND
CADILLAC/XT4 2019-UP W/UQS
CONNECTOR/PIN WIRE COLOR/POLARITY ASSIGNMENT LABEL RPO
A-1PinkNASPK1UQS
A-9Pink/Black
A-2BlueNASPK2 UQS
A-10Blue/Black
A-3Red/WhiteNASPK3 UQS
A-11Red/Black
A-4 Purple (+)RIGHT REARSPK4 UQS
A-12 Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green (+)LEFT REARSPK5 UQS
A-13 Green/Black (-)
A-6Orange (+)LEFT REARMIDRANGESPK6UQS
A-14Orange/Black (-)
A-7Orange (+)CENTERSPK7UQS
A-15Orange/Black (-)
A-8YellowNASPK8UQS
A-16 Yellow/Black
B-1Red (+)RIGHTFRONTSPK 09 UQS
B-5Black (-)
B-2GrayNASPK 10UQS
B-6Gray/Black
B-3 White (+)LEFTFRONTSPK 11UQS
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4Yellow 12V
B-8BlackGROUND

SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS: CHEVROLET / BLAZER 2019-UP & CAMARO 2019-UP

BLAZER 2019-UP W/IOT
CONNECTOR/PINWIRE COLOR/POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABELRPO
A-1 PinkNASPK1IOT
A-9 Pink/Black
A-2 BlueNA SPK2IOT
A-10 Blue/Black
A-3 Red/White (+)CENTER SPK3IOT
A-11 Red/Black (-)
A-4 Purple (+)RIGHT REARSPK4IOT
A-12Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green (+)LEFT REARSPK5IOT
A-13 Green/Black (-)
A-5 OrangeNA SPK6IOT
A-14Orange/Black
A-7OrangeNA SPK7IOT
A-15Orange/Black
A-8YellowNASPK8IOT
A-16Yellow/Black
B-1Red (+)RIGHT SUBWOOFERSPK9IOT
B-5Black (-)
B-2Gray (+)RIGHT FRONTSPK 10IOT
B-6Gray/Black (-)
B-3White (+)LEFT FRONTSPK 11IOT
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4Yellow12V
B-8BlackGROUND
CAMARO 2019-UP W/UQA & /UQA + CM8
CONNECTOR/PINWIRE COLOR/POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABEL RPO
A-1 PinkNASPK1UQA
A-9 Pink/Black
A-2 BlueNA SPK2UQA
A-10 Blue/Black
A-3 Red/White (+)LEFT FRONTTWEETSPK3UQA
A-11 Red/Black (-)
A-4 Purple (+)RIGHTREARSPK4UQA
A-12Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green (+)LEFTREARSPK5UQA
A-13 Green/Black (-)
A-5 OrangeNASPK6UQA
A-14Orange/Black
A-7Orange (+)CENTERSPK7UQA
A-15Orange/Black (-)
A-8Yellow (+)RIGHTSUBWOOFERSPK8UQA
A-16Yellow/Black (-)
B-1Red (+)RIGHTFRONTSPK9UQA+CM8
B-5Black (-)
B-2 GrayNASPK10UQA+CM8
B-6Gray/Black
B-3 White (+)LEFTFRONTSPK11UQA+CM8
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4Yellow12V
B-8BlackGROUND
CAMARO 2019-UP W/UQA - CM8
CONNECTOR/ PIMWIRE COLOR/ POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABELRPO
B-1 Red(+)RIGHT SUBWOOFERSPK9UQA -CM8
B-5Black (-)
B-2Gray (+)RIGHT FRONTSPK 10UQA -CM8
B-6 Gray/Black (-)
B-3White (+)FRONT LEFTSPK 11UQA -CM8
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4Yellow12V
B-8BlackGROUND

SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS: CHEVROLET / CHEYENNE & COLORADO 2019-2021

CHEYENNE 2019-2021 W/UQA
CONNECTOR/ PIMWIRE COLOR/ POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABEL RPO
A-1 PinkNASPK1UQA
A-9 Pink/Black
A-2 Blue (+)RIGHT FRONT MIDRANGESPK2UQA
A-10 Blue/Black (-)
A-3 Red/White (+)LEFT FRONT MIDRANGESPK3UQA
A-11 Red/Black (-)
A-4 Purple (+)RIGHT REARSPK4UQA
A-12Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green (+)LEFT REARSPK5UQA
A-13 Green/Black (-)
A-5 OrangeNASPK6UQA
A-14Orange/Black
A-7 OrangeNASPK7UQA
A-15Orange/Black
A-8 YellowNASPK8UQA
A-16 Yellow/Black
B-1 Red (+)SUB WOOFERSPK9
B-5 Black (-)
B-2GrayRIGHT FRONTSPK 10
B-6Gray/Black
B-3 White (+)LEFT FRONTSPK 11
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4 Yellow 12V
B-8BlackGROUND
COLORADO 2019-2021
CONNECTOR/PINWIRE COLOR/POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABEL RPO
A-1 PinkNASPK1
A-9 Pink/Black
A-2 Blue (-)RIGHT FRONTTWEETSPK2
A-10Blue/Black (+)
A-3 Red/White (+)LEFT FRONTTWEETSPK3
A-11 Red/Black (-)
A-4 Purple (+)RIGHTREARSPK4
A-12Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green (+)LEFTREARSPK5
A-13 Green/Black (-)
A-5 OrangeNASPK6
A-14Orange/Black
A-7Orange (+)CENTERSPK7
A-15Orange/Black (-)
A-8 YellowNASPK8
A-16 Yellow/Black
B-1 Red (+)RIGHTFRONTSPK9
B-5 Black (-)
B-2GrayNASPK10
B-6Gray/Black
B-3 White (+)LEFTFRONTSPK11
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4 Yellow 12V
B-8BlackGROUND

CONNECTOR A (X2) 8 1 16 9

CONNECTOR B (X1) 4 1 8 5

SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS: CHEVROLET / CORVETTE 2020-UP

CORVETTE 2020-UP
CONNECTOR/PINWIRE COLOR/POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABEL RPO
A-1 PinkNASPK1
A-9 Pink/Black
A-2 Blue (-)RIGHT FRONTTWEETSPK2
A-10 Blue/Black (+)
A-3 Red/White (+)LEFT FRONTTWEETSPK3
A-11 Red/Black (-)
A-4 Purple (+)RIGHTREARSPK4
A-12 Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green(+)LEFTREARSPK5
A-13 Green/Black (-)
A-5 OrangeNASPK6
A-14Orange/Black
A-7 Orange (+)CENTERSPK7
A-15Orange/Black (-)
A-8 YellowNASPK8
A-16 Yellow/Black
B-1 Red (+)RIGHTFRONTSPK9
B-5Black (-)
B-2GrayNASPK10
B-6 Gray/Black
B-3White (+)LEFTFRONTSPK11
B-7 White/Black (-)
B-4 Yellow12V
B-8BlackGROUND
CORVETTE 2020-UP cont.
CONNECTOR /PINWIRE COLOR/ POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABELRPO
C-1Red/White (+)LEFT REAR MIDRANGESPK 12UQH
C-9White/Blue (-)
C-2Red/Black(-)RIGHT REAR MIDRANGESPK 13UQH
C-10White/Purple (+)
C-3NANASPK 14NA
C-11NA
C-4NANASPK 15NA
C-12NA
C-5Green/White (-)RIGHT FRONT TWEETSPK 16UQH
Green/Black (+)
C-5Orange (+)LEFT FRONT TWEETSPK 17UQH
C-14Orange/Black (-)
C-7OrangeNASPK 18NA
C-15Orange/Black
C-8YellowNASPK 19NA
C-16Yellow/Black

CONNECTOR C (X3) 8 16 9

SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS: CHEVROLET / EQUINOX, MALIBU, & SILVERADO

CHEVROLET EQUINOX 2019-UP W/UQA
CONNECTOR/PINWIRE COLOR/POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABEL RPO
A-1 PlnkNASPK1
A-9 Plnk/Black
A-2 Blue (-)RIGHT FRONTTWEETSPK2UQA
A-10 Blue/Black (+)
A-3 Red/White (+)LEFT FRONTTWEETSPK3UQA
A-11 Red/Black (-)
A-4 Purple (+)RIGHTREARSPK4UQA
A-12Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green (+)LEFTREARSPK5UQA
A-13 Green/Black (-)
A-5 OrangeNA SPK6
A-14Orange/Black
A-7 Orange (+)CENTERSPK7UQA
A-15Orange/Black (-)
A-8YellowNASPK8
A-16Yellow/Black
B-1Red (+)RIGHTFRONTSPK9UQA
B-5Black (-)
B-2GrayNASPK10
B-6 Gray/Black
B-3 White (+)LEFTFRONTSPK11UQA
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4Yellow12V
B-8BlackGROUND
CHEVROLET MALIBU 2019-UP W/UQA
CONNECTOR/PINWIRE COLOR/POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABELRPO
A-1PinkNASPK1UQA
A-9 Pink/Black
A-2 BlueNASPK2UQA
A-10 Blue/Black
A-3 Red/White (+)CENTERSPK3UQA
A-11Red/Black (-)
A-4 Purple (+)RIGHT REARSPK4UQA
A-12Purple/Black (-)
A-5Green (+)LEFT REARSPK5UQA
A-13Green/Black (-)
A-5OrangeNASPK6UQA
A-14Orange/Black
A-7OrangeNASPK7UQA
A-15Orange/Black
A-8YellowSUBWOOFERSPK8UQA
A-16Yellow/Black
B-1Red (+)SUBWOOFERSPK9UQA
B-5Black (-)
B-2 Gray (+)RIGHT FRONTSPK 10UQA
B-6Gray/Black (-)
B-3White (+)LEFT FRONTSPK 11UQA
B-7 White/Black (-)
B-4Yellow12V
B-8BlackGROUND
CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500/2500/3500 2019-2021
CONNECTOR/PINWIRE COLOR/POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABELRPO
A-1PinkNASPK1UQA
A-9 Pink/Black
A-2Blue (-)RIGHT FRONTMIDRANGESPK2UQA
A-10 Blue/Black (+)
A-3 Red/White (+)LEFT FRONTMIDRANGESPK3UQA
A-11Red/Black (-)
A-4 Purple (+)RIGHT REARSPK4UQA
A-12Purple/Black (-)
A-5Green (+)LEFT REARSPK5UQA
A-13Green/Black (-)
A-5OrangeNASPK6UQA
A-14Orange/Black
A-7OrangeNASPK7UQA
A-15Orange/Black
A-8YellowNASPK8UQA
A-16Yellow/Black
B-1Red (+)SUBWOOFERSPK9UQA
B-5Black (-)
B-2 Gray (+)RIGHTFRONTSPK10UQA
B-6Gray/Black (-)
B-3White (+)LEFTFRONTSPK11UQA
B-7 White/Black (-)
B-4Yellow12V
B-8BlackGROUND

SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS: CHEVROLET / VOLT 2019

CHEVROLET VOLT 2019
CONNECTOR/PINWIRE COLOR/POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABEL RPO
A-1 PinkNASPK1
A-9 Pink/Black
A-2 BlueNASPK2
A-10 Blue/Black
A-3 Red/White (+)CENTERSPK3
A-11 Red/Black (-)
A-4 Purple (+)RIGHT REARSPK4
A-12 Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green (+)LEFT REARSPK5
A-13 Green/Black (-)
A-5 OrangeNASPK6
A-14Orange/Black
A-7 OrangeNASPK7
A-15Orange/Black
A-8YellowNASPK8
A-16Yellow/Black
B-1Red (+)SUBWOOFERSPK9
B-5Black (-)
B-2 GrayRIGHT FRONTSPK 10
B-6Gray/Black
B-3 White (+)LEFT FRONTSPK 11
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4Yellow 12V
B-8BlackGROUND

CONNECTOR A 8 1 16 9

CONNECTOR B 4 1 8 5

SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS: GMC / ACADIA 2019-UP & CANYON 2019-UP

GMC ACADIA 2019-UP
CONNECTOR/PINWIRE COLOR/POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABELRPO
A-1PinkNASPK1UQA
A-9Pink/Black
A-2BlueNASPK2UQA
A-10Blue/Black
A-3Red/White (+)CENTERSPK3UQA
A-11Red/Black (-)
A-4Purple (+)RIGHT REARSPK4UQA
A-12Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green (+)LEFT REARSPK5UQA
A-13Green/Black (-)
A-5OrangeNASPK6UQA
A-14Orange/Black
A-7OrangeNASPK7UQA
A-15Orange/Black
A-8YellowNASPK8UQA
A-16Yellow/Black
B-1Red (+)SUBWOOFERSPK9UQA
B-5 Black (-)
B-2Gray (+)RIGHT FRONTSPK 10UQA
B-6 Gray/Black (-)
B-3White (+)LEFT FRONTSPK 11UQA
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4Yellow 12V
B-8BlackGROUND
CANYON 2019-UP
CONNECTOR/PINWIRE COLOR/POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABEL RPO
A-1 PinkNASPK1
A-9 Pink/Black
A-2 Blue (-)RIGHT FRONTTWEETSPK2
A-10 Blue/Black (+)
A-3 Red/White (+)LEFT FRONTTWEETSPK3
A-11 Red/Black (-)
A-4 Purple (+)RIGHTREARSPK4
A-12 Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green (+)LEFTREARSPK5
A-13 Green/Black (-)
A-5 OrangeNASPK6
A-14Orange/Black
A-7 Orange (+)CENTERSPK7
A-15Orange/Black (-)
A-8 YellowNASPK8
A-16Yellow/Black
B-1Red (+)RIGHTFRONTSPK9
B-5Black (-)
B-2GrayNASPK 10
B-6 Gray/Black
B-3 White (+)LEFTFRONTSPK 11
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4 Yellow 12V
B-8BlackGROUND

SPEAKER WIRING CHARTS: GMC / SIERRA 1500/2500/3500 2019-2021 & TERRAIN 2019-UP

SIERRA 1500/2500/3500 2019-2021
CONNECTOR/PINWIRE COLOR/POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABELRPO
A-1PinkNASPK1UQA
A-9Pink/Black
A-2Blue (-)RIGHT FRONT MIDRANGESPK2UQA
A-10 BlueBlue/Black (+)
A-3Red/White (+)LEFT FRONT MIDRANGESPK3UQA
A-11Red/Black (-)
A-4Purple (+)RIGHT REARSPK4UQA
A-12Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green (+)LEFT REARSPK5UQA
A-13 Green/Black (-)
A-5OrangeNASPK6UQA
A-14Orange/Black
A-7OrangeNASPK7UQA
A-15Orange/Black
A-8YellowNASPK8UQA
A-16Yellow/Black
B-1Red (+)SUBWOOFERSPK9UQA
B-5 Black (-)
B-2Gray (+)RIGHT FRONTSPK 10UQA
B-6 Gray/Black (-)
B-3White (+)LEFT FRONTSPK 11UQA
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4Yellow 12V
B-8BlackGROUND
TERRAIN 2019-UP
CONNECTOR/PINWIRE COLOR/POLARITYASSIGNMENTLABEL RPO
A-1 PinkNASPK1
A-9 Pink/Black
A-2 Blue (-)RIGHT FRONT TWEETSPK2 UQA
A-10 Blue/Black (+)
A-3 Red/White (+)LEFT FRONT TWEETSPK3 UQA
A-11 Red/Black (-)
A-4 Purple (+)RIGHT REARSPK4 UQA
A-12 Purple/Black (-)
A-5 Green (+)LEFT REARSPK5 UQA
A-13 Green/Black (-)
A-5 OrangeNASPK6
A-14Orange/Black
A-7 Orange (+)CENTERSPK7 UQA
A-15Orange/Black (-)
A-8 YellowNASPK8
A-16Yellow/Black
B-1Red (+)RIGHT FRONTSPK9
B-5Black (-)
B-2GrayNASPK 10
B-6 Gray/Black
B-3 White (+)LEFT FRONTSPK 11
B-7White/Black (-)
B-4 Yellow 12V
B-8BlackGROUND

QUICK SETUP STEPS THROUGH AX-DSP-XL APP

Google Play Store

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Apple App Store

iOS 12.1 or higher
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  1. Download and install the AX-DSP-XL app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
  2. Turn Vehicle Ignition on. Make sure the Remote Turn on lead is disconnected.
  3. Open the app: Select Bluetooth Connections page.

- Select Scan, all available AXDSP devices within range will be displayed. Select your AXDSP and hit connect. (Figure A)

  1. Select the Configuration page.

  2. Select Vehicle Type Icon

  3. Select the Vehicle Make:
  4. Select the Vehicle's model:
  5. Select With OE Amp

  6. Hit Apply (Figure B)

  7. Make sure radio volume is all the way down.

  8. Connect the amp turn-on wire from the AXDSPX-ETHI harness to the aftermarket amplifiers.

AX Connect SELECT INSTINCTORS BLUTTOOTH CONNECTION CONFIGURATION DEFAULT ON FORUM ON BEET ON ON COMPOSITE ACCESS SCAN BIOCCORRECT 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) (Figure B)

Select Vehicle Type and OE Amp Option Make Make With OE Amp Without OE AMP ANY CANCEL

  1. From the Configuration page click the Identify button to confirm that the AXDSPX-ETH1 is connected properly. If so, a chime will be heard from the front left speaker.
  2. Press the Lock Down button to save the configuration. (Do not turn ignition off until this process is completed) (Figure C)
  3. Select the Bluetooth Configurations page and disconnect the DSPX.
  4. Turn ignition off, close all door then lock vehicle using the key fob. The vehicle will need to sit uninterrupted for 10 minutes while the vehicle goes to sleep. (Make sure Key fob is 15 feet away from the vehicle)
  5. Unlock Vehicle, turn ignition on and test radio's functions.
  6. 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.

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(Figure C)
Last and the most important:
You MUST lock down your configuration and cycle the key!!!

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

Input Impedance 1M Ohm

Input Channels 6 High/Low level Selectable

Input Options High Level or Low Level

Input Type Differential-Balanced

Input Voltage

High Level Range 0 - 28v Peak to Peak

Input Voltage

Low Level Range 0 - 4.9v Peak to Peak

Output Channels

Output Voltage Up to 5v RMS

Output Impedance 50 Ohms

Equalizer Type 31 Band Graphic EQ, +/- 10dB

THD <0.03%

Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz

Crossover 3-Way LPF, BPF, HPF THP per channel

Crossover Type Linkwitz-Riley 24DB Slope, Fixed

Sampling 48kHz

S/N Ratio 105dB @ 5V RMS

General

Operating Voltage 10 - 16VDC

Standby Current Draw -7mA

Operation Current Draw \~150mA

Adjustments/Controls Application via Bluetooth®

Remote Output 12VDC, Signal Sense or with Ignition

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AXDSPX-ETH1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

- If the Red light in the AXDSPX-ETH1 interface is blinking 2 or 3 times every 5 seconds, it is not communicating with the vehicle properly. Remove the key from the ignition, unplug the connectors from the interface, then inspect all connections made. If everything is proper, connect the harnesses back into the interface, cycle the key to ignition, then re-inspect. The Red light should blink once every 5 seconds.

LED FEEDBACK

BLINK RATE CONDITION/STATUS
1 Blink Every 5 SecondsALL GOOD
2 Blinks Every 5 SecondsMISSING ETHERNET FRAMES
3 Blinks Every 5 SecondsMISSING CAN FRAMES

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 accessory before installing this device.

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Contact our Tech Support line at:

386-257-1187

Or via email at:

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Tech Support Hours (Eastern Standard Time)

Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Axxess 10-Channel Digital Signal Processor

INTERFACE FEATURES

• 31 Band graphic EQ
• 6 Inputs, 10 individually assignable outputs
• 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
- Easy behind the radio installation in most applications
- Can be used with OE and aftermarket radios
• Chime control for GM/Chrysler vehicles
- Clipping detection and limiting circuits

  • Bass knob included
  • Retains OE voice prompts (SYNC® and OnStar®)
  • Retains factory chimes including parking sensor and cross path detection alerts
  • Settings adjusted via Bluetooth® in a smart device application (tablet or mobile phone), compatible with both Android and Apple devices
  • Read, write, and store configurations for future recall
  • Password protect feature available in the mobile app
  • Micro-B USB updatable

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Preface 2

Installation Options 3

Installation 3

Connections....4-7

AX-DSP-X app 8-17

Pinout 18

Specifications 19

INTERFACE COMPONENTS

  • AX-DSP-X interface
  • AX-DSP-X harness (16-pin & 20-pin)

TOOLS & INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES REQUIRED

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

Google Play Store
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Apple App Store iOS 12.1 or higher
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PREFACE

The AX-DSP-X can be used with an aftermarket system, OEM system, and also an OEM system that is amplified with either an analog or digitally controlled (fixed signal) OEM amplifier. The AX-DSP-X can also grow as your stereo system grows. Start off by adding a subwoofer to an OEM system, then add on from there. Simply reference the Installation Options page to change the AX-DSP-X to the new system. All 10 channels of the AX-DSP-X can be assigned however needed for the installation at hand. If 10 channels of a subwoofer signal is needed, the AX-DSP-X can do it.

In the following section, Installation Options, choose the installation type, then either click on the hyperlink, or reference the page number.

It is highly suggested to use an AX-DSP-X pre-wired harness (sold separately) unless you are installing it with an aftermarket radio. As such, the instructions are written in that manner. Certain connections to the vehicle are unique per vehicle and will require the pre-wired harness to reference to.

The AX-DSP-X provides a 12v 1-amp output to turn on an aftermarket amplifier. If installing multiple amplifiers, an SPDT automotive relay will be required if the current exceeds that amount. Use Metra part number E-123 (sold separately) for best results.

If installing the AX-DSP-X behind the radio to install a sub amp, the OEM amp can be retained for mids/highs. If installing the AX-DSP-X at the OEM amp location, the OEM amp must be fully removed.

In most cases the CAN Bus wires need to be connected in order for the AX-DSP-X to communicate with the vehicle to turn on and provide an amp turn-on output.

INSTALLATION OPTIONS INSTALLATION

Aftermarket radio system:

The AX-DSP-X can be used with an aftermarket radio to improve the overall listening experience for car audio enthusiasts. Installers will connect the RCA inputs from the AX-DSP-X to the outputs from the aftermarket radio; Front, Rear, Sub (sub is optional). When using an aftermarket radio with the AX-DSP-X, General must be chosen for the vehicle type. (refer to page 4)

Adding a subwoofer to an OEM System:

This feature offers the Installer the ability to add an aftermarket subwoofer to an OEM system, whether the OEM system is non-amplified, or amplified with an analog or digitally controlled (fixed signal) amplifier. If the vehicle is equipped with noise canceling mics, they must be disabled for this type of system. (refer to page 5)

OEM System without an amplifier:

This option allows the Installer to wire the AX-DSP-X directly to the speaker outputs from the OEM radio for an audio signal (high-level). (refer to page 6)

OEM System with an "analog" amplifier:

This option allows the Installer to tap directly to the output of the OEM radio and feed an audio signal into the AX-DSP-X. This type of installation requires the removal of the factory amplifier, and will provide a full range signal to the input side of the AX-DSP-X. (refer to page 7)

OEM System with a "digitally controlled" amplifier:

Digitally controlled systems function differently than analog systems. They have a fixed level audio signal that is controlled through the vehicle's CAN bus. In most cases the programming content (audio) provided is just two channels, which can be either front or rear. The other channels are for content like Phone/Bluetooth, SMS reader, SYNC, or OnStar. The AX-DSP-X can retain these OEM features, and also provide a clean audio signal. This type of installation requires the removal of the factory amplifier, and will provide a full range signal to the input side of the AX-DSP-X. (refer to page 7)

Factory Radio Systems

  1. Remove the factory radio*, then unplug all connectors.
  2. Install the vehicle specific T-harness (sold separately) and make all necessary connections, but leave the amp turn-on wire disconnected.
  3. Plug the 20-pin AX-DSP-X harness into the AX-DSP-X.
  4. Plug the 16-pin AX-DSP-X harness into the AX-DSP-X.
  5. Plug all connectors back into the OEM radio.
  6. Download and install the AX-DSP-X app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
  7. Using the app, select the vehicle.
  8. Connect the amp turn-on wire from the AX-DSP-X.
  9. Test all functions of the installation, then reassemble the dash to complete the installation.
    * Refer to Metra online for dash disassembly. If Metra makes a dash kit for the vehicle, disassembly will be within the instructions.

Aftermarket Radio Systems

  1. Complete all necessary connections to the radio and vehicle, but leave the amp turn-on wire disconnected.
  2. Plug the 20-pin AX-DSP-X harness into the AX-DSP-X.
  3. Plug the 16-pin AX-DSP-X harness into the AX-DSP-X.
  4. Download and install the AX-DSP-X app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
  5. Using the app, select the vehicle.
  6. Connect the amp turn-on wire from the AX-DSP-X.
  7. Test all functions of the installation, then reassemble the dash to complete the installation.
flowchart 
graph TD
    A["Aftermarket Radio"] --> B["Front/Ros/Sub"]
    B --> C["Optional"]
    B --> D["Input 5"]
    B --> E["Input 6"]
    B --> F["Orange - Control Wire"]
    B --> G["Black - Chassis Ground Yellow - Battery Power Red - Accessory Power"]
    G --> H["Ax-DSP-X (included)"]
    H --> I["Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire"]
    I --> J["Assignable Outputs Labeled CH 6-10"]
    J --> K["RCA Jacks (sold separately)"]
    K --> L["An SPDT relay, Metra part number E-123, must be used if more than one amplifier will be installed"]

ADDING A SUBWOOFER TO AN OEM SYSTEM
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flowchart 
graph TD
    A["Factory Radio"] --> B["Orange - Control Wire"]
    B --> C["Bass Knob (included)"]
    D["AX-DSP-X (included)"] --> E["AX-DSP-X pre-wired harness (sold separately)"]
    F["AX/AS5"] --> G["Keep Connected"]
    H["Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire"] --> I["Blue/White"]
    E --> J["Refer to pre-wired harness for wire connections"]
    G --> K["RCA jacks (sold separately)"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#fcc,stroke:#333

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OEM SYSTEM WITHOUT AMP
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flowchart 
graph TD
    A["Bass Knob (included)"] --> B["Factory Radio"]
    C["Orange - Control Wire"] --> B
    B --> D["Refer to pre-wired harness for wire connections"]
    E["AX-DSP-X (included)"] --> F["AX-DSP-X pre-wired harness (sold separately)"]
    G["AX-GSS"] --> H["Unplug Connector"]
    I["Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire"] --> H
    H --> J["Assignable Outputs Labeled CH 6-10"]
    K["RCA Jacks (sold separately)"] --> J
    J --> L["An SPDT relay, Metra part number E-123, must be used if more than one amplifier will be installed"]

OEM SYSTEM WITH AMP BYPASS HARNESS
Metra Axxess AXDSPX-ETH1 - Aftermarket Radio Systems - 3

flowchart 
graph TD
    A["Factory Amp (must be removed)"] --> B["Speaker Wire Out to Amp(s)"]
    C["Bass Knob (included)"] --> D["Orange - Control Wire"]
    E["AX-DSP-X (included)"] --> F["AX-DSP-X pre-wired harness (sold separately)"]
    G["Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire"] --> H["Refer to pre-wired harness for wire connections"]
    I["RCA Jacks (sold separately)"] --> J["Assignable Outputs Labeled CH 6-10"]
    K["An SPDT relay, Metra part number E-123, must be used if more than one amplifier will be installed"] --> L["Output"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style K fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style L fill:#ffc,stroke:#333

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AX-DSP-X APP

Setup Instructions

Not Connected SETUP INSTRUCTIONS BLUETOOTH CONNECTION CONFIGURATION OUTPUTS CROSSOVER ADJUST EQUALIZER ADJUST DELAY ADJUST LEVELS Using the vehicle specific harness, install the AX-DSP. The high level outputs from the OEM radio go to the inputs of the AX-DSP. The AX-DSP outputs are low level and should be connected to the amplifier inputs. - Power on the system, and verify audio to the front (left and right), rear (left and right), and Subwoofer. - Set the OEM radio bass and treble controls for flat frequency response. - Set the left/right balance to center. - Set the front/rear fader to center. Detailed installation instructions are available on-line. Click the button below to view the instructions VIEW INSTRUCTIONS INTEGRATE

- General information tab for installing the AX-DSP-X.

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AX-DSP-X APP (CONT.)

Bluetooth Connection

Not Connected SETUP INSTRUCTIONS BLUETOOTH CONNECTION CONFIGURATION OUTPUTS CROSSOVER ADJUST EQUALIZER ADJUST DELAY ADJUST LEVELS SCAN DISCONNECT 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 the AX-DSP from the available devices. Confirmation that you are connected to the DSP will show in the top left corner of the screen. To disconnect from the AX-DSP hit the Disconnect button.

- Scan - Press this button to start the Bluetooth pairing process, then select the AX-DSP-X from the mobile device. The AX-DSP-X must be powered during this process. Confirmation that you are connected will show in the top left corner of the app.

- Disconnect - Disconnects the AX-DSP-X from the app.

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AX-DSP-X APP (CONT.)

Configuration

Not Connected SETUP INSTRUCTIONS BLUETOOTH CONNECTION CONFIGURATION OUTPUTS CROSSOVER ADJUST EQUALIZER ADJUST DELAY ADJUST LEVEL 5 IDENTIFY Click this button to identify the AX-DSP; the chimes will play RESET TO DEFAULTS Resets the DSP customization settings, will not reset vehicle type. During the reset process, the amplifiers will shut off for 5-10 seconds, and then turn back on once completed. VEHICLE TYPE Select the type of vehicle the AX-DSP is installed in LOCK DOWN Sstores the current configuration into the AX-DSP SAVE CONFIG Saves the current configuration to your device RECALL CONFIG Recalls a configuration from your device APPLY CONFIG Applies the recalled configuration to the AX-DSP ABOUT Displays Information about this App and the AX-DSP SET PASSWORD Changes password for accessing the AX-DSP

  • Identify - Click this button to confirm that the AX-DSP-X is connected properly. If so, a chime will be heard from the front left speaker.
  • Reset to Defaults - Resets the AX-DSP-X to factory settings. During the reset process the amplifiers will shut off for 5-10 seconds.
  • Vehicle Type - Select the vehicle type from the drop down box, select either Without OE Amplifier or With OE Amplifier, then click the apply button.
  • Lock Down - Click this button to save the selected settings.

Attention! This button must be selected before closing the app or cycling the key otherwise all settings will be lost.

  • Save Configuration - Saves the current configuration to the mobile device.
  • Recall Configuration - Recalls a configuration from the mobile device.

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AX-DSP-X APP (CONT.)

Configuration (Cont.)

Not Connected SETUP INSTRUCTIONS BLUETOOTH CONNECTION CONFIGURATION OUTPUTS CROSSOVED ADJUST EQUALIZER ADJUST DELAY ADJUST LEVELS IDENTIFY Click this button to identify the AX-DSP; the chimes will play RESET TO DEFAULTS Resets the DSP customization settings, will not reset vehicle type. During the reset process, the amplifiers will shut off for 5-10 seconds, and then turn back on once completed. VEHICLE TYPE Select the type of vehicle the AX-DSP is installed in LOCK DOWN Sstores the current configuration into the AX-DSP SAVE CONFIG Saves the current configuration to your device RECALL CONFIG Recalls a configuration from your device APPLY CONFIG Applies the recalled configuration to the AX-DSP ABOUT Displays Information about this App and the AX-DSP SET PASSWORD Changes password for accessing the AX-DSP

  • Apply Configuration - Allows a recalled configuration to the AX-DSP-X. The AX-DSP-X will need to be locked down to save the recalled configuration. This process will shut the amplifier off between 5-10 seconds while the configuration is uploaded to the AX-DSP-X.
  • About - Displays information about the app, vehicle, AX-DSP-X, and mobile device.
  • Set Password - Assign a 4-digit password to lock the AX-DSP-X. If no password is desired, use "0000". This will clear out any currently set password. It is not necessary to lock down the AX-DSP-X when setting a password.

Note: A 4-digit only password must be chosen otherwise the interface will show "password not valid for this device".

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AX-DSP-X APP (CONT.)

Outputs

Connected to AX-DSP-X Metra 17587A39 (-72) WARNING: Settings have changed - Make sure to 'Lock Down' before Exiting App SETUP INSTRUCTIONS BLUETOOTH CONNECTION CONFIGURATION OUTPUTS CROSSOVER ADJUST EQUALIZER ADJUST DELAY ADJUST LEVELS Output Channels Location Group 1 Left Front 2 Right Front 3 Left Rear 4 Right Rear 5 Sub Woofer 6 Left Front Tweeter 7 Right Front Tweeter 8 Not Used 9 Not Used 10 Not Used Left Front Right Front Left Rear Right Rear Rear Left Front Right Front None None None M □ Invert □ Mute M □ Invert □ Mute M □ Invert □ Mute M □ Invert □ Mute M □ Invert □ Mute ● □ Invert □ Mute ● □ Invert □ Mute □ Invert □ Mute □ Invert □ Mute □ Invert □ Mute □ Invert □ Mute Amp Turn On ○ Signal Sense ○ Always On Turn On Delay: 0 Sec. 0 10 The AMP ON line can be turned on whenever accessory power is on, or only when a signal is detected from the radio.

Output Channels

  • Location - Location of speaker.
  • Group - Used to join channels together. Example, left front woofer/midrange and left front tweeter will be considered simply left front to the AX-DSP-X. The letter M denotes the speaker assigned as the master speaker.
  • Invert - Will invert the phase of the speaker.
  • Mute - Will mute desired channel(s) for tuning individual channels.

Amp Turn On

  • Signal Sense - Will turn the amplifier on when an audio signal is detected, and keep on for 10 seconds past the last signal. This ensures the amplifier doesn't shut off between tracks.
  • Always On - Will keep the amplifiers on as long as they is cycled on.
  • Turn on Delay - Can be used to delay amp turn-on to avoid turn-on pops.

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AX-DSP-X APP (CONT.)

Crossover Adjust
Connected to AX-DSP-X Metra 17587A39 (-74) WARNING: Settings have changed - Make sure to Lock Down before Exiting App SETUP INSTRUCTIONS BLUETOOTH CONNECTION CONFIGURATION OUTPUTS CROSSOVER ADJUST EQUALIZER ADJUST DELAY ADJUST LEVELS Left Front ○ Low Pass Band Pass Lower Freq: 80 Hz Upper Freq: 5000 Hz Right Front ○ Low Pass Band Pass High Pass Lower Freq: 80 Hz Upper Freq: 5000 Hz Left Rear ○ Low Pass Band Pass High Pass Lower Freq: 150 Hz Right Rear ○ Low Pass Band Pass High Pass Lower Freq: 148 Hz Sub Woofer ○ Low Pass Band Pass High Pass Lower Freq: 36 Hz Upper Freq: 113 Hz

  • If installing a subwoofer, the front and rear outputs will default to a 100Hz high pass filter to keep the low frequency signals out of the full range speakers. If a subwoofer is not being installed, change the front and rear crossover points down to 20Hz for a full range signal, or to the lowest frequency the speakers will play to.
  • Selecting High Pass and Low Pass will provide one crossover frequency adjustment. Selecting Band Pass will provide two crossover frequency adjustments, one for low pass, and one for high pass.

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AX-DSP-X APP (CONT.)

Equalizer Adjust
Connected to AXDSP-X Metra 17587A39 (-70) SETUP INSTRUCTIONS CROSSOVER ADJUST +0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Gain 20 25 31 40 50 63 80 100 125 160 200 250 315 400 500 630 800 1K 1.2K 1.6K 2K 2.5K 3.1K 4K 5K 6.3K 8K 10K 12K 15K 20K BLUETOOTH CONNECTION EQUALIZER ADJUST CONFIGURATION OUTPUTS DELAY ADJUST LEVELS FLAT LEFT FRONT M RIGHT FRONT M LEFT REAR M RIGHT REAR M SUB WOOPER M LEFT FRT TW -10

- All channels can be adjusted independently within this tab with 31 bands of available equalization. It is best to tune this by using an RTA (Real Time Analyzer).

• The Gain slider on the far left is for the channel selected.

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AX-DSP-X APP (CONT.)

Delay Adjust

Connected to AX-DSP-X Metra 17587A39 (-65)WARNING. Settings have changed - Make sure to Lock Down before Exiting App
SETUP INSTRUCTIONSBLUETOOTH CONNECTIONCONFIGURATIONOUTPUTS
CROSSOVER ADJUSTEQUALIZER ADJUSTDELAY ADJUSTLEVELS
Distance from each speaker to 'Head' position (in inches)
Left Front37
Right Front54
Left Rear27
Right Rear46
Sub Woofer57
Left Front Tweeter26
Right Front Tweeter45

- Allows a delay of each channel, up to 10 milliseconds. First measure the distance (in inches) from each speaker to the listening position, then enter those values. If a delay is desired, add to the desired channel(s), up to 99 inches.

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Levels

Connected to AX-DSP-X Metra 17587A39 (-78) SETUP INSTRUCTIONS BLUETOOTH CONNECTION CONFIGURATION OUTPUTS CROSSOVER ADJUST EQUALIZER ADJUST DELAY ADJUST LEVELS Trigger Level: 5 Clipping Level Hard Clipping The AX-DSP can detect clipping of the analog audio signals (on both the inputs and the outputs of the AX-DSP) and 'turn down' the signal level for a period of time to prevent damage to the speakers. Soft Clipping Demo Off On Volume: 7 Chime Volume High The Chime Volume control is provided to prevent warning tones from being overly loud High sets the chimes to their maximum level, Low sets them to their minimum level. Medium Low

  • Clipping Level - Use this feature to protect sensitive speakers like tweeters from being driven past their capabilities. If the output signal of the AX-DSP-X clips the audio will be reduced by 20dB. Turning down the stereo will allow the audio to come back at a normal level. The sensitivity of this feature can be adjusted to the listening preference of the user.
  • Chime Volume – Allows the chime volume to be adjusted up or down.

Note: In newer Ford vehicles chimes will be heard through the gauge cluster if the OEM amplifier is removed

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AX-DSP-X APP (CONT.)

Locking Down Data

Connected to AX-DSP Matrix EQ-DD-TEST SETTHE INSTRUCTIONS ALIESTOETH CONNECTION CONFIGURATION INPUTS CROSSOVER ADJUST EQUALIZER ADJUST DELEAD LIST LEVELS IDENTIFY Click this button to identify the AX-DSP; the chimes will play RESET TO DEFAULTS Resets the DSP customization settings, will not reset vehicle type. During the reset process, your amplifiers will shut off for 5-10 seconds, and then turn back on once completed. VEHICLE TYPE Select the type of vehicle back AX-DSP installed in Locking Down Data LOCK DOWN Stores the current configuration to your device X-DSP SAVE CONFIG Saves the current configuration to your device RECALL CONFIG Recalls a configuration from your device APPLY CONFIG Applies the recalled configuration to the AX-DSP ABOUT Displays Information about this App and the AX-DSP

Last and the most important. You must lock down your configuration!!!

PINOUT

INPUT 5 INPUT 6

Input 6 - Subwoofer Right Input Black - Chassis Ground

Input 5 - Subwoofer Left Input Pink - CAN-HI

Purple RCA Jack - Rear Right Input * Blue/Pink - CAN-LO

Green RCA Jack - Rear Left Input * Brown - Future Use

Gray RCA Jack - Front Right Input * Orange - Control Wire for Bass Knob

White RCA Jack - Front Left Input * Red - Accessory Power

Black/Yellow - Future Use Yellow - Battery Power

* Cut off RCA jack for speaker level input

Output ConnectorInput Connector
CH6 CH7 CH8 CH9 CH10 SUB

Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Purple RCA Jack - User Assignable Output

Red/White - Future Use Green RCA Jack - User Assignable Output

Channel 6-10 - User Assignable Outputs

Sub RCA Jacks - Use Assignable Outputs

Gray RCA Jack - User Assignable Output

White RCA Jack - User Assignable Output

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

Input Impedance 1M Ohm

Input Channels 6 High/Low level Selectable

Input Options High Level or Low Level

Input Type Differential-Balanced

Input Voltage

High Level Range 0 - 28V Peak to Peak

Input Voltage

Low Level Range 0\~4.9V Peak to Peak

Ouput Channels 10

Output Voltage Up to 5v RMS

Output Impedance 50 Ohms

Equalizer Type 31 Band Graphic EQ, +/- 10dB

THD <0.03%

Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz

Crossover 3-Way LPF, BPF, HPF THP per channel

Crossover Type Linkwitz-Riley 24DB Slope, Fixed

Sampling 48kHz

S/N Ratio 105dB @ 5V RMS

General

Operating Voltage 10 - 16VDC

Standby Current Draw -7mA

Operation Current Draw \~150mA

Adjustments/Controls Application via Bluetooth

Remote Output or with Ignition 12VDC, Signal Sense

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Brand : Metra

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Category : Hi-Fi System