What is Loc on amplifier?

A: A line output converter, or LOC for short, converts a speaker-level output signal into an RCA preamp-level signal. This lets you connect the radio to the amplifier. It can also be used to connect a new radio to a car’s factory amp (see below).

What is a LOC harness?

Product description. ISO Line Output Converter. (LOC) Provides four channel phono/RCA line level outputs from the head unit speaker level outputs. Line signal level maximum is about 2V p-p, and with capacitor-based galvanic separation of the head unit and external amplifier.

What does a LOC do?

Is a line output converter necessary?

A: Yes, definitely. Amplifiers that offer speaker-level inputs don’t require a separate line output converter to tap into existing speaker wires to get their signal. Many powered subwoofers offer this feature, too. The speaker-to-line level conversion is done inside the amplifier.

Does a Line Output Converter need power?

An Active Line Out Converter is a more advanced version of the standard passive line out converter. These require 12v power to output a signal. These converters also handle up to 400 watts per channel meaning OEM Amplified systems and high powered systems are not an issue.

Do RCA cables go to input or output on AMP?

Your amplifier gets its input signals from the receiver’s output typically via RCA cables. RCA cables come in stereo pairs, in various lengths. When running new speaker wires from your amplifier’s output to the speakers, any size wire from 18- to 14-gauge will work fine.

Do I need a LOC with a aftermarket radio?

1) Your aftermarket amp requires line level (RCA) inputs and you need an LOC to step speaker level from your HU down to RCA. If your aftermarket amp can accept speaker level inputs, you don’t need an LOC.

What is the loc90 speaker wire to RCA converter?

The LOC90 2-channel line output converter features up to 4 volts output and signal sensing turn-on with ability to drive a relay. The LOC90 speaker wire to RCA converter also includes a convenient remote mountable volume control for precise control over subwoofer amplifier level from up front in the vehicle.

What is an RCA cable?

The name RCA derives from the company Radio Corporation of America, which introduced the design in the 1930s. So rca cables have been around for like 90 years…that’s friggin awesome!

What is a line output converter (Loc)?

A line output converter provides the connectivity needed to do it in most cases. The AudioControl LC2iB is a popular LOC for adding an amp or powered sub to an audio system. Q: Will I lose the sound from the speakers connected to the wires I’m tapping for the line output converter?

Where do I install an LOC?

Where Do You Install an LOC? Generally, an LOC is installed between the speaker output wires of the head unit and the speaker input wires of the amplifiers. You cut the speaker wires, hook them up to the LOC, and run the new wires from the amp to the other side of the wires that were cut.