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<blockquote data-quote="Doxquzme" data-source="post: 8864983" data-attributes="member: 689267"><p><strong>Q: </strong>For my remote wire, could I use one wire and then split it into 2 wires in the trunk for the amps?</p><p><strong>A:</strong> Yes you can (easy enough to piggy back one to the other as well if it is easier and looks okay).</p><p></p><p><strong>Q:</strong> What decibel setting should I select on the crossover switches?</p><p>Q:<strong> I think you mean frequencies? </strong></p><p><strong>A:</strong> I listed most of the setting earlier as follows:</p><p></p><p>The 4 channel:</p><p></p><p>Channels 1/2 set the HP filter to "ON" and run channels 1/2 to your rear speakers. For channels 3/4, set the HP filter to on and put it right around 12 o'clock</p><p></p><p>The Sub amp:</p><p></p><p>Subsonic at around noon on the dial, the LP filter at about 1 0'clock</p><p></p><p>BASS boost, I never use these at all but that is not to say it maynot help in your car. You should leave it at the lowest position and play with it (preferably sit in the car, at modest levels and have someone turn it up and down until you can see if you like it) to see if you like what it does for you.</p><p></p><p>As for the gains, if you don't have the ability or the knowhow to set them, it would be advised to watch a LOT of vids or flip the local installer at the local shop a cool $20 and have them check/set them for</p><p></p><p><strong>Q: </strong>3. Would you know of a 2 screw adapter that would allow me to install the 1" (a little more with the housing) nvx tweeter in a 2.5" speaker hole?</p><p>A: if you mean something like these:</p><p></p><p><strong>(these are actually for a 2007 Camry, not your BMW) but you get the idea...</strong></p><p></p><p>[MEDIA=amazon]B01N2J8892[/MEDIA]</p><p></p><p>I would make a template out of thick paper. I usually make custom ones out of 1/8" or 1/4" hardboard. Some people just cut a hole in the factory grill or pillar and use a thin adhesive or hot glue- personally not fan as it can get warm here in Idaho and I've seen HG come undone) to secure the tweeters, not sure where you intend to put yours, but making your own plate is pretty easy,</p><p></p><p><strong>Q:</strong> What size spade connecter should I use for the Nvx speakers and tweeters?</p><p><strong>A:</strong> Not sure, you'll have to measure but they are pretty standardized. Just take one of the tweeters to the local hardware store, tell the the wire you are using and show them the connections on the tweeter. I solder all my speaker wire conncetions then tape them up - I just am old school that way. You can also call NVX and ask, they have decent enough tech support.</p><p></p><p>M-F</p><p>Phone: (213) 444-1689</p><p>Email: <a href="mailto:sales@nvx.com">sales@nvx.com</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Q</strong>: I like to run my rcas on the opposite side of the car from the power wires. Should I do the same with a bass knob wire and remote wire?</p><p><strong>A:</strong> It's a good idea to run all power on one side and signal on the other. Most car audio RCAs and a lot of car audio speaker wire is twisted pair construction. This minimizes the issue in the first place. If you can, then run them separately. Rule of thumb, if the power and the signal wire must cross, cross them at 90 degree angles, don't run them side by side (parallel to each other).</p><p></p><p><strong>Q: </strong>What gauge wire and how many amp fuse do you recommend for the head unite listed below? Also, do you think its a good choice of head unite for this setup, my buddies car came with one and its fantastic.</p><p><strong>A: </strong>Kenwood makes decent enough stuff out there for sure, I'm not familiar with that unit, guess you'll find out! The unit should already have a fuse within the factory harness, no need to add anything else for the HU.</p><p></p><p><strong>Q: </strong>Would that head unite fit in my bmw e34 without a dash kit?</p><p><strong>A:</strong> If the opening is the same size single din, oit should, COmpared it to another Kenwood single din deck and Crutchfiled said it isn't needed.</p><p></p><p><strong>Q:</strong> Im running 16 gauge wire for the speakers and tweeters, is that good?</p><p><strong>A:</strong> Yes. I would get some 12 gauge for the subs like this OFC copper wire:</p><p></p><p>[MEDIA=amazon]B01ABOPMEI[/MEDIA]</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Doxquzme, post: 8864983, member: 689267"] [B]Q: [/B]For my remote wire, could I use one wire and then split it into 2 wires in the trunk for the amps? [B]A:[/B] Yes you can (easy enough to piggy back one to the other as well if it is easier and looks okay). [B]Q:[/B] What decibel setting should I select on the crossover switches? Q:[B] I think you mean frequencies? A:[/B] I listed most of the setting earlier as follows: The 4 channel: Channels 1/2 set the HP filter to "ON" and run channels 1/2 to your rear speakers. For channels 3/4, set the HP filter to on and put it right around 12 o'clock The Sub amp: Subsonic at around noon on the dial, the LP filter at about 1 0'clock BASS boost, I never use these at all but that is not to say it maynot help in your car. You should leave it at the lowest position and play with it (preferably sit in the car, at modest levels and have someone turn it up and down until you can see if you like it) to see if you like what it does for you. As for the gains, if you don't have the ability or the knowhow to set them, it would be advised to watch a LOT of vids or flip the local installer at the local shop a cool $20 and have them check/set them for [B]Q: [/B]3. Would you know of a 2 screw adapter that would allow me to install the 1" (a little more with the housing) nvx tweeter in a 2.5" speaker hole? A: if you mean something like these: [B](these are actually for a 2007 Camry, not your BMW) but you get the idea...[/B] [MEDIA=amazon]B01N2J8892[/MEDIA] I would make a template out of thick paper. I usually make custom ones out of 1/8" or 1/4" hardboard. Some people just cut a hole in the factory grill or pillar and use a thin adhesive or hot glue- personally not fan as it can get warm here in Idaho and I've seen HG come undone) to secure the tweeters, not sure where you intend to put yours, but making your own plate is pretty easy, [B]Q:[/B] What size spade connecter should I use for the Nvx speakers and tweeters? [B]A:[/B] Not sure, you'll have to measure but they are pretty standardized. Just take one of the tweeters to the local hardware store, tell the the wire you are using and show them the connections on the tweeter. I solder all my speaker wire conncetions then tape them up - I just am old school that way. You can also call NVX and ask, they have decent enough tech support. M-F Phone: (213) 444-1689 Email: [email]sales@nvx.com[/email] [B]Q[/B]: I like to run my rcas on the opposite side of the car from the power wires. Should I do the same with a bass knob wire and remote wire? [B]A:[/B] It's a good idea to run all power on one side and signal on the other. Most car audio RCAs and a lot of car audio speaker wire is twisted pair construction. This minimizes the issue in the first place. If you can, then run them separately. Rule of thumb, if the power and the signal wire must cross, cross them at 90 degree angles, don't run them side by side (parallel to each other). [B]Q: [/B]What gauge wire and how many amp fuse do you recommend for the head unite listed below? Also, do you think its a good choice of head unite for this setup, my buddies car came with one and its fantastic. [B]A: [/B]Kenwood makes decent enough stuff out there for sure, I'm not familiar with that unit, guess you'll find out! The unit should already have a fuse within the factory harness, no need to add anything else for the HU. [B]Q: [/B]Would that head unite fit in my bmw e34 without a dash kit? [B]A:[/B] If the opening is the same size single din, oit should, COmpared it to another Kenwood single din deck and Crutchfiled said it isn't needed. [B]Q:[/B] Im running 16 gauge wire for the speakers and tweeters, is that good? [B]A:[/B] Yes. I would get some 12 gauge for the subs like this OFC copper wire: [MEDIA=amazon]B01ABOPMEI[/MEDIA] [/QUOTE]
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