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Hello All. Looking for advise, any help appreciated!
I recently bought a stereo upgrade package & install from Best Buy for my non-B&O 12" screen, which has several issues. I lost faith in my tech and am trying to trouble shoot the issues for them before my next appointment in 2 weeks.
These items were installed. All amp and speaker accessories were automatically populated in their system, I chose speakers and amp only:
- PAC LP7-4 L.O.C.
- Kicker K-Series 2-channel RCA Interface, L.O.C. (why do I have 2 L.O.C.s ??, Isn't a 2-channel L.O.C. just for a subwoofer which I don't have?)
- Metra 8AWG AMP Power Kit
- Kicker KS Series 6" x 9"
- Kicker KS Series 6.5"
- Kicker 360.4 AMP 4 -Channel
- Speaker mounting brackets
Problems:
1. Static/buzz when volume is off - VERY noticeable
2. Chimes directed into pillar speakers only and sound annoying
3. Speaker balance controls no longer work
4. Pillar speakers and dash speakers are still lousy and too loud
For the static buzz issue they are thinking the amp is bad, or it's not grounded correctly, or I need an Lc7i audio controller. Based on what I read on the internet I am thinking this is most likely a grounding issue. Thoughts?
For the chimes and balance issue, based on what I've read on here is that the SYNC system is no longer detecting loads to the door speakers so assumes they aren't there. I don't want them to solder on resistors or capacitors. I am seeing a PAC AmpPRO AP4-FC21 amp interface online that's supposed to maintain factory features. Any one try this or use something different like a DSP? If so what part # please.
For the still loud pillar and dash speakers, does anyone just disconnect these or should I buy better speakers and have them run off factory head unit?
Are there any devices that might solve all of my problems?
By the way, this new equipment and install costed right around $1,000. I am pretty impressed with the KS speakers but the other issues outweigh sound satisfaction by far. Currently wishing I had just left everything stock...
I recently bought a stereo upgrade package & install from Best Buy for my non-B&O 12" screen, which has several issues. I lost faith in my tech and am trying to trouble shoot the issues for them before my next appointment in 2 weeks.
These items were installed. All amp and speaker accessories were automatically populated in their system, I chose speakers and amp only:
- PAC LP7-4 L.O.C.
- Kicker K-Series 2-channel RCA Interface, L.O.C. (why do I have 2 L.O.C.s ??, Isn't a 2-channel L.O.C. just for a subwoofer which I don't have?)
- Metra 8AWG AMP Power Kit
- Kicker KS Series 6" x 9"
- Kicker KS Series 6.5"
- Kicker 360.4 AMP 4 -Channel
- Speaker mounting brackets
Problems:
1. Static/buzz when volume is off - VERY noticeable
2. Chimes directed into pillar speakers only and sound annoying
3. Speaker balance controls no longer work
4. Pillar speakers and dash speakers are still lousy and too loud
For the static buzz issue they are thinking the amp is bad, or it's not grounded correctly, or I need an Lc7i audio controller. Based on what I read on the internet I am thinking this is most likely a grounding issue. Thoughts?
For the chimes and balance issue, based on what I've read on here is that the SYNC system is no longer detecting loads to the door speakers so assumes they aren't there. I don't want them to solder on resistors or capacitors. I am seeing a PAC AmpPRO AP4-FC21 amp interface online that's supposed to maintain factory features. Any one try this or use something different like a DSP? If so what part # please.
For the still loud pillar and dash speakers, does anyone just disconnect these or should I buy better speakers and have them run off factory head unit?
Are there any devices that might solve all of my problems?
By the way, this new equipment and install costed right around $1,000. I am pretty impressed with the KS speakers but the other issues outweigh sound satisfaction by far. Currently wishing I had just left everything stock...
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