Axxess AX-DSP-X User manual

AXDSP-X
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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INTERFACE FEATURES
INTERFACE COMPONENTS
TOOLS & INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES REQUIRED
• Crimping tool and connectors, or solder gun,
solder, and heat shrink • Tape • Wire cutter
• Zip ties • Multimeter
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface ....................................................................2
Installation Options ...............................................2
Installation .............................................................3
Connections ........................................................ 4-7
AXDSP-X app .....................................................8-17
Pinout ....................................................................18
Specifications ....................................................... 19
Axxess 10-Channel Digital Signal Processor
• 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
• 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
• AXDSP-X interface
• AXDSP-X harness (16-pin & 20-pin)

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Aftermarket radio system:
The AXDSP-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 AXDSP-X
to the outputs from the aftermarket radio; Front, Rear, Sub (sub is optional).
(refer to page 4)
Adding a subwoofer to an existing radio:
This feature offers the Installer the ability to add an aftermarket subwoofer to an existing
radio. (refer to page 5)
Full range system to an existing radio:
This option allows the Installer to wire the AXDSP-X directly to the speaker outputs from an
existing radio for a full range audio signal (high-level).
(refer to page 6)
PREFACE INSTALLATION OPTIONS
In the following section, Installation Options, choose the installation type, then either click on
the hyperlink, or reference the page number.
The AXDSP-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.
The AXDSP-X can also grow as your stereo system grows. Start off by adding a subwoofer, then
add on from there. Simply reference the Installation Options page to change the AXDSP-X to the
new system. All 10 channels of the AXDSP-X can be assigned however needed for the installation
at hand. If 10 channels of a subwoofer signal is needed, the AXDSP-X can do it.

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I N S TAL L AT IO N
1. Complete all necessary connections to the radio and vehicle, but leave the amp turn-on
wire disconnected.
2. Plug the 20-pin AXDSP-X harness into the AXDSP-X.
3. Plug the 16-pin AXDSP-X harness into the AXDSP-X.
4. Download and install the AXDSP-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 AXDSP-X.
7. Adjust the DSP settings in the app as desired. Refer to the instructions starting on (page 7)
for an explanation of each tab in the app. (refer to page 7)

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FrontRearSub
Bass Knob (included)
RCA Jacks
(sold separately)
Aftermarket Radio
AXDSP-X (included)
Do not use amp turn-on
from aftermarket radio!
Any remaining wires
tape off and disregard
Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire
Assignable Outputs Labeled CH 6-10
INPUT 5
INPUT 6
INPUT 5
Optional
An SPDT relay, Metra part number
E-123, must be used if more than
one amplifier will be installed
Black - Chassis Ground
Yellow - Battery Power
Red - Accessory Power
Orange - Control Wire
AFTERMARKET RADIO SYSTEM

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ADDING A SUBWOOFER TO AN EXISTING RADIO
RCA Jacks
(sold separately)
Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire
Bass Knob (included)
Factory Radio
These outputs can be used for
additional sub amps, or for adding
onto the system at a later date
INPUT 5
Orange - Control Wire
INPUT 6
AXDSP-X (included)
Wire information on page 17
(RCA Jacks shown cut off)

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FULL RANGE SYSTEM TO AN EXISTING RADIO
Blue/White - Amp Turn-On Wire
Bass Knob (included)
Factory Radio
INPUT 5
Orange - Control Wire
INPUT 6
An SPDT relay, Metra part number
E-123, must be used if more than
one amplifier will be installed
RCA Jacks
(sold separately)
Assignable Inputs Labeled CH 6-10
AXDSP-X (included)
Wire information on page 17
(RCA Jacks shown cut off)

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AXDSP-X APP
Setup Instructions
• General information tab for installing the AXDSP-X.
Continued on the next page

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AXDSP-X APP (CONT.)
Bluetooth Connection
• Scan - Press this button to start the Bluetooth pairing process, then
select the AXDSP-X from the mobile device. The AXDSP-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 AXDSP-X from the app.
Continued on the next page

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AXDSP-X APP (CONT.)
Configuration
• Identify - Click this button to confirm that the AXDSP-X is connected
properly. If so, a chime will be heard from the front left speaker.
• Reset to Defaults - Resets the AXDSP-X to factory settings. During the
reset process the amplifiers will shut off for 5-10 seconds.
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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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AXDSP-X APP (CONT.)
Configuration (Cont.)
• Apply Configuration - Allows a recalled configuration to the AXDSP-X.
The AXDSP-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 AXDSP-X.
• About - Displays information about the app, vehicle, AXDSP-X,
and mobile device.
• Set Password - Assign a 4-digit password to lock the AXDSP-X. If no
password is desired, use “0000”. This will clear out any currently set
password. It is not necessary to lock down the AXDSP-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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AXDSP-X APP (CONT.)
Continued on the next page
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.
Outputs
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 AXDSP-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.

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AXDSP-X APP (CONT.)
Crossover Adjust
• 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.
Continued on the next page

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AXDSP-X APP (CONT.)
Equalizer Adjust
• 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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AXDSP-X APP (CONT.)
Delay Adjust
• 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.
Continued on the next page

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AXDSP-X APP (CONT.)
Levels
• Clipping Level - Use this feature to protect sensitive speakers like
tweeters from being driven past their capabilities. If the output signal
of the AXDSP-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
Continued on the next page

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Locking Down Data
Last and the most important.
You must lock down your configuration!!!
AXDSP-X APP (CONT.)

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PINOUT
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
SUB
CH6 CH7 CH8 CH9 CH10
INPUT 6
INPUT 5
Output ConnectorInput Connector
SUB
CH6 CH7 CH8 CH9 CH10
INPUT 6
INPUT 5
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 Gray RCA Jack - User Assignable Output
Sub RCA Jacks - Use Assignable Outputs White RCA Jack - User Assignable Output
* Cut off RCA jack for speaker level input

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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 12VDC, Signal Sense
or with lgnition

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