Axxess AXDSPX-FD3 User manual

AXDSPX-FD3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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INTERFACE FEATURES
TOOLS & INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES REQUIRED
• Crimping tool and connectors, or solder gun,
solder, and heat shrink • Tape • Wire cutter
• Zip-ties • Multimeter
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Installation Options ...............................................2
Installation .............................................................2
Connections ........................................................3-4
Mobile App ........................................................5-14
Specifications ........................................................15
• Includes a DSP (Digital Signal Processor)
• Selectable 31 Band Graphic EQ or 5 Band Parametric EQ
• 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
• Designed for non-amplified models
• Easy behind the radio installation with pre-wired harness
• Bass knob included for level control of subwoofer amp
• 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
• USB Micro B updatable
APPLICATIONS
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INTERFACE COMPONENTS
• AXDSPX-FD3 interface
• AXDSPX-FD3 interface harness
• AXDSPX-FD3 vehicle T-harness • Bass knob
Ford DSPX Interface for Non-Amplified
Vehicles with Pre-Wired Harness 2020-Up

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Adding a subwoofer to a factory system:
The diagram on Page 3 shows the connections that need to be made to add a subwoofer to the
factory system.
Note: RCA jacks sold separately.
Adding a full-range of amps and subwoofer to a factory system:
The diagram on Page 4 shows the connections that need to be made to add: Subwoofer (RCA jacks
sold separately)
Amplifier (SPDT relay E-123 required) or
Additional Amp (RCA jacks sold separately).
Note: The interface provides a 12-volt 1-amp output to turn on aftermarket amp(s). If installing
multiple amps, an SPDT automotive relay will be required if the amp turn-on current of all amps
combined exceeds 1-amp. Use Metra part number E-123 (sold separately) for best results.
1. Disassemble the dash, unplug all connectors, and then remove the factory radio.†
2. Install the AXDSPX-FD3 vehicle T-harness to the vehicle and make all necessary
connections, but leave the amp turn-on wire disconnected.
3. Plug the AXDSPX-FD3 vehicle T-harness to the AXDSPX-FD3 interface.
4. Plug the AXDSPX-FD3 interface harness to the AXDSPX-FD3 interface.
5. Download and install the AX-DSP-XL app from the Google Play Store or Apple
App Store.
6. Open the app then select the Bluetooth Connection tab. Follow the instructions to
pair the mobile device to the interface. Refer to page 6 for more information.
7. Scroll to the Configuration tab then select the vehicle type. Press the Lock Down ‡
button to save the configuration. Refer to page 7 for more information.
8. Connect the amp turn-on wire.
9. Adjust the settings in the app as desired. Press the Lock Down ‡ button to save any
new configurations.
† For dash disassembly instructions, refer to metraonline.com. Enter the year, make,
and model of the vehicle in the Vehicle Fit Guide and find instructions under Metra
Radio Install kits.
‡ Anytime the interface is locked down the key must be cycled off then back on.
INSTALLATION OPTIONS I N S TAL L AT IO N

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Factory Radio
Keep Connected
Any remaining wires
tape off and disregard
Black - Ground
Orange - Control
Bass Knob
Factory Radio Harness
Interface
Any remaining wires
tape off and disregard
Vehicle T-Harness
Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire
These outputs can be used for
additional sub amps, or for adding
onto the system at a later date
RCA Jacks
(sold separately)
ADDING A SUBWOOFER TO A FACTORY SYSTEM

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ADDING A FULL-RANGE AMP & SUB TO A FACTORY SYSTEM
SUB
Factory Radio
Factory Radio Harness
Interface
Cut the male
connector off and
connect speaker
wires to amp
White / Front Left +
White/Black / Front Left -
Gray / Front Right +
Gray/Black Front Right -
Green / Rear Left +
Green/Black / Rear Left -
Purple / Rear Right +
Purple/Black / Rear Right -
Any remaining wires
tape off and disregard
Vehicle T-Harness
Bass Knob
Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire
Unplug connector
Any remaining wires
tape off and disregard
Black - Ground
Orange - Control
An SPDT relay, Metra part number
E-123, is required if the amp turn-on
current of all amps exceeds 1-amp.
RCA Jacks
(sold separately)
Assignable Outputs Labeled CH 6-10
Interface Harness

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MOBILE APP
Setup Instructions
• General information tab for installing the interface.
Continued on the next page

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MOBILE APP (CONT.)
Bluetooth Connection
• Scan - Press this button to start the Bluetooth pairing process, then select the Available
Device once it is found. “Connected” will appear in the top left corner of the app once
paired.
Note: The ignition must be cycled on during this process.
• Disconnect - Disconnects the interface from the app.
Continued on the next page

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MOBILE APP (CONT.)
Continued on the next page
Configuration
IDENTIFY: Click this button to confirm that the interface is connected properly. If it is, a chime will
be heard from the front left speaker.*
* Only installations where the interface is connected to a front left speaker.
RESET TO DEFAULTS: Resets the interface 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
EQUALIZER (EQ) TYPE: User has the option of optimizing the car’s sound quality with a Graphic
or Parametric equalizer.
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.
ABOUT: Displays information about the app, vehicle, interface, and mobile device.
SET PASSWORD: Assign a 4-digit password to lock the interface. If no password is desired, use
“0000”. This will clear out any currently set password. It is not necessary to lock down the
interface 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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MOBILE APP (CONT.)
Continued on the next page
Outputs
Output Channels
• Location - Location of speaker.
• Group -
Used to join channels together for simple equalization. Example, left front
woofer/midrange and left front tweeter will be considered simply left front. The letter M
indicates 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.

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MOBILE APP (CONT.)
Crossover Adjust
• 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.
• Select the desired crossover slope per channel, 12db, 24db, 36db, or 48db.
• Select the desired crossover frequency per channel, 0hz to 100khz.
Note: The front and rear channels default to a 100Hz high pass filter to keep the low
frequency signals out. 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.
Continued on the next page

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MOBILE APP (CONT.)
Equalizer Adjust
Graphic EQ
• 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.
Continued on the next page

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MOBILE APP (CONT.)
Continued on the next page
Parametric EQ
Each output has a 5 Band parametric EQ per channel. Each band will give the user the ability to adjust:
Q Factor
Frequency
Gain
The FLAT button above Filter #1 will reset all curves back to flat.

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MOBILE APP (CONT.)
Delay Adjust
• Allows a delay of each channel. If a delay is desired, first measure the distance (in inches)
from each speaker to the listening position, then enter those values to the corresponding
speaker. Add (in inches) to the desired speaker to delay it.
Continued on the next page

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MOBILE APP (CONT.)
Inputs/Levels
Continued on the next page
• Chime Volume - Not applicable in this application.
• Clipping Level - Use this feature to protect sensitive speakers like tweeters from being
driven past their capabilities. If the output signal of the interface 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.
• Amp Turn On
• Signal Sense - Will turn the amp(s) on when an audio signal is detected, and keep on for (10)
seconds after the last signal. This ensures the amp(s) won’t shut off between tracks .
• Always On - Will keep the amp(s) on as long as the ignition is cycled on.
• Turn on Delay - Can be used to delay audio output to avoid turn-on pops.
• Subwoofer Input - Select Front + Rear or Subwoofer input depending on preference.

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Locking Down Data
Last and the most important.
You must lock down your
configuration and cycle the key!!!
MOBILE APP (CONT.)

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SPECIFICATIONS
Input Impedance 1M Ohm
Input Channels 6
Input Options High Level or Low Level
Input Type Differential balanced
Input Voltage 0 - 28-volts (peak-to-peak)
(high level range)
Input Voltage 0 - 4.9-volts (peak-to-peak)
(low level range)
Ouput Channels 10
Output Voltage Up to 5-volts 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
Sampling 48kHz
S/N Ratio 105dB @ 5-volts RMS
Operating Voltage 10-16 volts DC
Standby Current Draw 7mA
Operation Current Draw 150mA
Adjustments/Controls Application via Bluetooth
Remote Output 12 volts DC (signal sense) or ignition on

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