Features • Bass Maximizer circuitry • Dual Knob Dash Mount Control • ParaBASS® • LMC™ Load Selection Input Stage • Balanced Line Level Inputs • PFM Subsonic Filter • Speaker-Level Inputs for OEM integration • Winter Fresh • GTO™ Signal Sensing • Compact Design FOR COLOSSAL BASS ENHANCEMENT ONLY Quick Start Guide
Congratulations! You now possess the most advanced version of the legendary bass restoration and enhancement processor. The Epicenter, with over 1 million sold, is the veritable master of bass enhancement processing. Silky smooth bass lines will leap out of your speakers and that kick drum, whether it be the equally legendary 808 or the deep punch that can only come from a 28” kick, The Epicenter Micro will make every low frequency better.
Important Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus under water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as mufflers, silencers, exhaust pipes, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Features Bass Maximizer – The Epicenter Micro contains a bass maximization circuit that accurately recreates and injects low frequency information back into the signal path. What that means in everyday terms is that The Epicenter Micro will give more bass impact to your best 8-tracks and streaming services.
Quick Start The AudioControl Epicenter Micro was designed to produce bass like you have never heard before. With that said it is important to take the following precautions during its use. 1. If you have an equalizer in your system, turn down the bass frequencies to zero boost. 2. You will want to reduce any other bass tone control, loudness control, or other secondary bass controls prior to turning on The Epicenter Micro.
The Guided Tour o q 1) 1! 1@ w L BAL J2 J4 UNBAL e r R ty 1. Inputs – The input stage of The Epicenter Micro gives you options! If you have line level inputs, then just hook up those RCAs and you’re all set. If you’re integrating into a factory system, you have the speaker level inputs available as well. 2. Bass Level Control – As we hinted at above in prior luminescent prose that you’ve had the pleasure of reading, the Bass Level Control is done with the ACR-4 remote.
Guided Tour continued 4. Internal Balance Jumpers – The default setting here is the ideal configuration. However, just like Pale Ales, there’s a lot of variation from car to car and install to install. On the rare occasion you have noise that the Ground Isolation option didn’t resolve, you can remove the top two screws on each side panel and remove the lid and change these jumpers from Balanced to Unbalanced or some combo thereof. 5.
The Story Behind The Epicenter Micro Bass Maximization Technology – Maybe more than once in a lifetime, you may ask yourself, “Why would I need to restore bass?” The truth is that during the recording process and in the compression process as well as through the various streaming algorithms, low frequency information can be “mixed” down or filtered out.
Installation Power Connections So now that you have all the detailed operational bits down pat and you’re halfway through that Johnny Utah, time to get going on the install details. Like we said before, you’re a pro and have the skills to install this bad boy right now. But let’s review together those details to ensure you only have to do this once. Placement – The Epicenter needs to be installed in the signal path after the source and BEFORE any crossover circuit.
Installation continued ACR- 4 Dash Control Installation Placement and Mounting – The dash control may be mounted under the dash using its own bracket or through a custom hole in the dash. It should be within reach of the driver and in a spot where the LED is plainly visible. Dash Bracket Installation – The dash control mounts with four screws which attach to the underside of the dashboard.
Installation continued 10 20 CW = 63 HZ CENTER FREQ. DET = 45 HZ CENTER FREQ. 30 50 100 200 300 500 1K The Sweep control allows you to select a center frequency (the frequency most affected) between 27 and 63 Hz. CCW CENTER FREQ. The bass response in a system is affected by four factors; (1) the acoustics of the vehicle, (2) the location of the speakers, (3) the music or podcast from the source unit, and (4) speakers and speaker enclosures.
Installation continued Setting Output & Subsonic Filter Controls Bass Output Control – The Epicenter is the most powerful bass component in the history of autosound. Able to shake tall buildings with a single note and all that kind of stuff. With that in mind we have equipped The Epicenter Micro with several different Voltage Output settings that limit the max voltage output so it doesn’t overwhelm your amp or create unwanted distortion.
System Examples System #1: Bass Enhancement for Aftermarket Systems Aftermarket head unit LC-1.
System Examples continued System #2: Bass Enhancement for Factory Systems Factory head unit LC-1.
System Examples continued System #3: Bass Enhancement for Sound Quality Systems Front High Speaker Level Factory Head Unit Front Low Speaker Level Sub Rear Front Rear Full Range Speaker Level Front Speakers Subwoofer Rear Speakers Sub Rear Front 15
Troubleshooting No Power – If the LED on your dash remote is not on, check the “Power” light on the chassis of The Epicenter Micro. If the “Power” light is on, you will want to check to make sure that the cable connecting the remote to the chassis is not pinched or disconnected. If the “Power” light is off check to make sure that the power wire and remote turn on wires are connected or a fuse has not blown.
The Warranty People are scared of warranties. Lots of fine print, months of waiting around. Well fear no more, this warranty is designed to make you rave about us to your friends. It’s a warranty that looks out for you and helps you resist the temptation to have your friend, “...who’s good with electronics”, try to repair your AudioControl product. So go ahead, read this warranty, then take a few days to enjoy The Epicenter Micro before sending in the warranty card and comments.
Specifications All specifications are measured at 14.4 VDC (standard automotive voltage). As technology advances, AudioControl reserves the right to continuously change our specifications, like our Pacific Northwest weather, although we are working on a surround-sound umbrella as well. The Epicenter Micro Inputs Maximum Input Line Level (RCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Vrms Maximum Input Speaker Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
