Ļoti labs ceļvedis tiem, kas to vēlas iegādāties auto audio sistēmu. Lieliska grāmata, kas soli pa solim palīdzēs jums iegādāties skaņas sistēmu savai automašīnai.
I daļa: Sākot ar Sound Advice
1. nodaļa: Izpētiet automašīnu audio pasauli
2. nodaļa: Ņemot vērā krājumu sistēmas
3. nodaļa: Zinot, kas izklausās labi
II daļa: Lieliskas sistēmas iegāde
4. nodaļa: Atrodiet pareizo mazumtirdzniecības pieredzi
5. nodaļa: Sistēmas instalēšana: Going Pro vai Going Solo
III daļa: Labāko komponentu izvēle
6. nodaļa: Sākot ar galvu
7. nodaļa: Visas jūsu melodijas
8. nodaļa: Bezvadu sakaru zelta laikmets
9. nodaļa: Kustīgie attēli
10. nodaļa: Ņemot vērā galvenās vienības funkcijas
11. nodaļa: Skaļuma palielināšana
12. nodaļa: Pareizā pastiprinātāja izvēle
13. nodaļa: Pastiprinātāja uzstādīšana
14. nodaļa: Skaņas izslēgšana ar skaļruņiem
15. nodaļa: Skaļruņu uzstādīšana
16. nodaļa: Pazemināts ar zemfrekvences skaļruņiem
17. nodaļa: Izlīdzināšana, apstrāde un šķērsošana
IV daļa: visu sasaistīt
18. nodaļa: Automašīnas audiosistēmas vadu pievienošana
19. nodaļa: Sagatavošanās ar piederumiem
20. nodaļa: Sistēmas regulēšana
V daļa: savas sistēmas un sevis aizsardzība
21. nodaļa: Jūsu sistēmas nodrošināšana un apdrošināšana
22. nodaļa: Droša un likumīga uzturēšana
VI daļa: Desmitnieku daļa
23. nodaļa: Desmit soļi līdz lieliskai skaņai
24. nodaļa: Desmit jautājumi, ko uzdot savam pārdevējam vai uzstādītājam
25. nodaļa: Desmit soļi sistēmas uzturēšanai
Satura rādītājs
Ievads
Par šo Grāmatu
Kā šī grāmata ir organizēta
I daļa: Sākot ar Sound Advice
II daļa: Lieliskas sistēmas iegāde
III daļa: Labāko komponentu izvēle
IV daļa: visu sasaistīt
V daļa: savas sistēmas un sevis aizsardzība
VI daļa: Desmitnieku daļa
Šajā grāmatā izmantotās ikonas
I daļa: Sākot ar Sound Advice
1. nodaļa: automašīnas audio pasaules izpēte
Auto audio ienirt
Labākais laiks automašīnu audio faniem
Jūsu ceļvedis satriecošām automašīnu melodijām
Jūs esat nonācis īstajā vietā
Izlemiet, kāds mobilās mūzikas klausītājs esat
Zinot savu automašīnu, jūsu vajadzības un budžetu
Jūsu automašīna
Jūsu vajadzības
Jūsu budžets
Izvēle starp vieglu un savvaļas
Jauniniet savu rūpnīcā instalēto sistēmu
Saglabājiet savu rūpnīcas radio
Izpratne par OEM jaunināšanas iespējām
2. nodaļa: krājumu sistēmu apsvēršana
Ko Bose ir darījis
Pēcpārdošanas un krājumi: spēlēšana abās žoga pusēs
Paliekot pie Stock
Krājumu sistēmas: kļūst arvien labākas
3. nodaļa. Zināt, kas izklausās labi
Izpratne par to, kas veido labu skaņu
Skaņas kvalitātes aspektu atklāšana
Skaidrība
Dinamiskais diapazons
Frekvences reakcija
Tonālais līdzsvars
Uzlabotas skaņas kvalitātes koncepcijas
Tembris
Tonal accuracy
Staging and imaging
Finding a Reference
High quality sound systems
Test and sound quality CDs
Personal favorites
II daļa: Lieliskas sistēmas iegāde
Chapter 4: Finding the Right Retail Experience
Car Audio Specialty Stores
Where the experts are
What they can offer
What it will cost you
Big Box Options
Good prices, but
Installation issues
Buying Online
Why you can’t get everything you want
Pimp my browser
Understanding Warranties and Returns
Shopping for Used Equipment
Chapter 5: Installing Your System: Going Pro or Going Solo
Understanding Modern Car Systems
Warranty issues
“Lease” is the word
Exploring the Advantages of Going Pro
MECP certification
Questions to ask
Installing It Yourself
Know your car and your limitations
Manufacturers’ warranties
Where to Get Help
The ‘Net effect on DIY
Magazines
III daļa: Labāko komponentu izvēle
Chapter 6: Starting with the Head
Choosing CD or DVD
How the iPod Changed Everything
Music files go mobile
Space versus sound
Doing Windows
The disc-less drive
Chapter 7: Carrying All Your Tunes
Invasion of the iPod
FM modulators
Aftermarket head units
Aftermarket iPod adaptors
Auxiliary inputs
Car dealer kits
Sync and the future
USB in the Dash
Another way in for the iPod
Thumb drives
In the Cards: SD and MMC
Hard Disc Drives: Burn, Baby, Burn
Chapter 8: The Golden Age of Wireless
Music of the Spheres: Satellite Radio
What’s the Frequency, Kenneth?: HD Radio
What HD Radio is
Where you can get it
How you can get it
Linking in with Bluetooth
Bluetooth head units
Bluetooth A2DP
Chapter 9: Moving Pictures
Drivin’ Movies
In-Dash DVD Players
Double-DIN head units
Fold-out screens
Players only
DVD-Audio
DVD Head Unit Features
Dual-zone capability
Video output
Auxiliary audio/video inputs
DVD Beyond the Dash
Headrest monitors/DVD players
Overhead video consoles
Raw monitors
Portable options
Videogaming on the Go
Chapter 10: Considering Head Unit Features
Comparing Basic Head Unit Features
High power
Preamp outputs
High-voltage output
Auxiliary input
iPod integration
USB port
MP3/WMA capability
Satellite radio control
Remote control
Skip protection or memory buffer
Dual zone
Auxiliary audio/video input
Station presets
Seek and scan tuning
Local/distant tuning
Mute and Attenuation
Loudness control
Detachable faceplate
Subwoofer crossover and/or subwoofer-level control
Bass, treble, balance, and fader
Equalizer
CD-Text
Repeat and random or shuffle play
CD-changer controls
Multicolor and multifunction displays
Clock
Seeking Out Cutting-Edge Features
Bluetooth
HD Radio
SD Card slot
Inspecting the Specs
Installing Your Head Unit
Removing the stock radio
Wiring the new head unit
Kits and fits
Chapter 11: Pumping Up the Volume
Powering Up with an Amplifier
Knowing How Much Power Is Enough
Sensitivity training
Vehicle noise
The diminishing returns of increased power
Power per channel
Making Sense of Specs
Bridging to mono
High-current amps
More amp specs
Class warfare
Chapter 12: Choosing the Right Amplifier
Choosing the Right Type of Amplifier
Stereo amplifiers
Multichannel amplifiers
Subwoofer amplifiers
Considering the Different Features of an Amp
Crossovers
Bass boost or equalization
Remote subwoofer control
Gain control
High-level inputs
Preamp outputs
Gold-plated RCA input connectors
Balanced inputs
LED status indicator
Getting Input on Inputs and Outputs
Keeping Cool with Protection Circuitry
Thermal protection
Cooling fans
Short-circuit protection
Impedance protection
Connection shroud
Low-voltage protection
Keeping It Pretty: Cosmetic Considerations
Chapter 13: Installing an Amplifier
Gathering the Facts Before You Amp Up
Getting Comfortable with Your Car’s Charging System
Deciding Where to Plant Your Power
Getting wired
Allowing for inputs and outputs
Structuring Wire Runs
Making a Fuss over Fuses
Getting in-line
Respecting the fuse ratings
Staying Grounded
Chapter 14: Sounding Off with Speakers
The Anatomy of a Speaker
Discovering How Speakers Speak
The highs and lows
Components and coaxials
Crossover artists
Speaker Specs
Frekvences reakcija
Power handling
Jutīgums
Listening Carefully
Chapter 15: Installing Speakers
Common Speaker Locations and Sizes
Speaker locations
Speaker sizes
Fitting In or Adapting: Using Stock Openings
Putting a Speaker Exactly Where You Want It
Skaļruņu uzstādīšana
A DIYer’s Guide to Door Speaker Installation
Getting to the factory speaker
Disconnecting the factory speaker
Wiring up the new speaker
Connecting the new speaker
Accentuating the positive, and the negative
Running wires
Securely crossing over
Chapter 16: Going Low with Subwoofers
Choosing a Subwoofer
Prefab bass
Going with a raw sub
Discovering the Different Types of Enclosures
Infinite baffle
Sealed enclosures
Vented enclosures
Exotic vented enclosures
Checking Out Subwoofer Specs
Frekvences reakcija
Power handling
Jutīgums
Physical specs
Impedance
Wiring Your Subwoofers
Series wiring
Parallel wiring
Dual voice coil subwoofers
Why all this wiring?
Building Yourself a Sub Box
Gathering your tools and materials
Building the box
Mounting the subwoofer
Securing your sub
Chapter 17: Equalizing, Processing, and Crossing Over
All Things Being Equal: Equalizers
Divide and equalize
Types of equalization
Types of equalizers
Signal processors
OEM integration processors
Crossovers: Signal Traffic Cops
Get active
Passive resistance
Points, slopes, and orders
Crossover types
Installing Equalizers
In-dash EQs
Remote-mount EQs
Installing Crossovers
Electronic crossovers
Passive crossovers
IV daļa: visu sasaistīt
Chapter 18: Wiring Your Car Audio System
Deciding Between Plain Jane Wire and Audio Jewelry
Breaking Down the Different Types of Cables
Power Cords
Finding a good gauge
Other factors
Playing it safe
Staying grounded
Finding a good ground
Power accessories
On the Preamp Level: Signal Cable
Signal cable
Other signal transfer options
Carrying a Tune: Speaker Cable
Chapter 19: Gearing Up with Accessories
More Power to You: Capacitors, Batteries, and Alternators
Capacitors
Auxiliary batteries
High-output alternators
Keeping It Quiet
Sound-deadening material
Installation Tips for Accessories
Capacitors
Auxiliary batteries
Sound-deadening material
DIY installation tools
20. nodaļa: Sistēmas regulēšana
Tuning In: Getting the Best Sound Out of Your System
Understanding what constitutes good sound
Points of reference
Setting Gains
Level matching starts with the head
From the head to the amp
Setting gains and crossover points by ear
Using a Real-Time Analyzer
Keeping an Ear Out for Tuning Issues
Bass in the back
Out of phase speaker wiring
Distortion
Troubleshooting Your System
Grounding problems
Alternator whine
Switch pop
V daļa: savas sistēmas un sevis aizsardzība
Chapter 21: Securing and Insuring Your System
Securing Your Ride with an Alarm
The parts of a security system
Head unit security
Using Common Sense
Insuring Your System
Be prepared
Before and after a theft
Chapter 22: Keeping Safe and Legal
Playing It Smart
Knowing When the Music Is Too Loud
Being Aware of Driver Distraction
Part VI: The Part of Tens
Chapter 23: Ten Steps to Great Sound
Making Up Your Mind
Doing Your Homework
Using Your Ears
Using Your Head
Finding a Friend
Trusting Your Instincts
Keeping It Simple
Planning Ahead
Cranking It Up
Turning It Down
Chapter 24: Ten Questions to Ask Your Salesperson or Installer
Can You Give Me References?
Can I See Systems You’ve Done?
How Are Your Installers Trained?
What’s Your Service Policy?
What’s Your Installation Rate?
Are You an Authorized Dealer?
Do You Guarantee Your Work?
Do You Carry Insurance?
Do You Install Equipment You Don’t Sell?
Do You Help with DIY Installations?
Chapter 25: Ten Steps to Maintaining Your System
Keeping It Clean
Keeping It Cool
Turning It Down
Turning It Off
Tightening It Up
Paying Attention
Securing Your Sub
Checking Your Antenna
Maintaining Power
Keeping Your Change
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