Month: March 2015

  • Car Audio Crossovers

    Car Audio Crossovers

    Music is composed of frequencies that run the entire gamut of human hearing, and crossovers are designed to split out those frequencies into smaller chunks. The main purpose of doing that is to make sure that only the right frequencies reach the right speakers. That can help reduce distortion and help improve the overall sound…

  • Car Audio Basics: Head Units, Amplifiers, and Speakers

    Car Audio Basics: Head Units, Amplifiers, and Speakers

    Car audio has been around for almost as long as the automobile itself, and there have been a lot of changes throughout the years. Modern systems are typically optimized for both cost and space, which often means that sacrifices are made in the area of sound quality. Some vehicles do ship with premium sound packages,…

  • Car Audio – System Design

    Car Audio – System Design

    Before you purchase any component, plan your system very carefully. You need to consider if you are going to buy the whole system all at once or piece by piece, how much you want to spend and what quality and quantity of sound you want. Are you doing a flashy or stealth installation? Are you…

  • Can I Upgrade My Stereo?

    Can I Upgrade My Stereo?

    Whether you want to wake up your neighborhood with pounding bass, or just plug your iPod into a dedicated stereo input, the thought of upgrading the sound system in your vehicle has probably crossed your mind at some point. Many cars and trucks ship with relatively anemic sound systems, but that problem is relatively easy…

  • Brake Warning Light

    Brake Warning Light

    What does it mean if your Brake Warning Light is on? If the light is on all the time, it could mean you simply forgot to release the parking (emergency) brake. The brake warning light remains on when the brake is set as a reminder. If the brake warning light remains on when the parking…

  • Back to Basics: Car Audio Systems

    Back to Basics: Car Audio Systems

    When you’re in the market for a new car, you end up weighing together a whole lot of different features and options. Everything from cost, to safety ratings, and even future insurance rates can come into play. Some essential features, like anti-lock brakes, are pretty much standard these days, while other live-saving innovations, like smart…

  • Auto Service Reminder Light

    Auto Service Reminder Light

    If you drive a new vehicle, the old days of putting a small sticker on the inside of your windshield as a reminder of when your vehicle is due for an oil change are over. Many newer automobiles have a system to track the “oil life” and notify the owner when it is time for…

  • Amplifiers, Receivers and Other Car Audio Equipment

    Amplifiers, Receivers and Other Car Audio Equipment

    Upgrading the car stereo receiver is a good way to get more audio options, like a better equalizer, clearer radio signals and even CD or MP3 player capability. But for dramatic improvements in sound quality, you’ll need more than just a new car stereo. Amplifiers are used to supply extra power to your car audio…

  • 6 Reasons to Replace Your Own Car Radio Antenna

    6 Reasons to Replace Your Own Car Radio Antenna

    Car radio antennas are not the most durable parts of cars. They tend to break or suffer damage often and easily. This makes them prone to replacement or repair. Some drivers may forget to retract or remove their antennas before going through the carwash, and antennas are popular targets for vandals. In older car designs…

  • Honda Odyssey DVD Player Troubleshooting

    Honda Odyssey DVD Player Troubleshooting

    Repairing your Honda Odyssey’s DVD player is an extremely complex task that requires special knowledge and expertise in digital circuitry and repair. For this reason, most consumers should not attempt to fix their own DVD player. However, there are some basic, common problems that most consumers can troubleshoot without expensive, special tools. Doing your own…