The re-Q5 restores bass audio signal quality from factory radio. This device will process compressed low frequencies and re-produce a signal that is far improved, resulting in great bass output at any volume level. It features 5-channel inputs and outputs, allowing an overall improved signal output from all channels in addition to bass restoration. The re-Q5 presents itself as the perfect solution for anyone who wants to enhance their system with aftermarket solutions while preserving the features of factory radios!
General Features:
Auxiliary input
Four channel 3-way summing
Ground Loop Isolator
Independent Gain controls
AC/DC Smart Engage to sense in any vehicle
Volume Sensing Bass Restoration
Subsonic and Low-Pass Crossovers
Remote output
Can be installed before or after stock amps
Authorized Internet Dealer
1-year Manufacturer’s warranty
Input/Output Specifications:
Input Channels: FL, FR, RL, RR, Sub
Input Type: Differential Balanced
Input Range: 250mV - 30V
Output Channels: FL, FR, RL, RR, Sub
Output Type: Unbalanced RCA
Max Output Voltage: 2.5V RMS Full Range, 8V RMS Sub
Signal to Noise: >90dB (A-Weighted referenced to 1V out)
It allowed me to integrate aftermarket amps to my new car! No more plain factory sound!
January 23, 2008
Works well but a few issues
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Review written by MiCHAEL from Hurst, TX
Works very well but has a couple of problems and the manual could use some attention. Installed in '07 Tundra driving Sony 4-channel and a sub amp. I'm not using the supplied aux input (yet).
One major issue is the 15-second off time on the auto-sensing trigger (to turn amps on/off). This is too short and will cause amps to turn off between songs when one song ends or starts quietly. Once level increases enough, ampt turn on but you miss part of the song. I ended up using accessory B+ and bypassing sensing circuit. This timer should be closer to a minute or two.
The supplied fuse holder is subject to poor connection (e.g. hitting road bumps) causing pops and amp shutdown - replace it with a better one.
Each channel has two inputs to the unit (8 total + a sub). With a "normal" factory HU, half of these are unused and clutter up the installation. I bridged the sub input as the manual suggested and clipped the unused wires at the connector.
There are two surface-mount red LEDs near the power-on LEDs. There is no explanation in the manual but they appear to be clipping indicators.
The "front/rear sub level" switches are poorly documented. I can't really tell what they do. Are they high-pass x-overs? Controlled by the sub x-over frequency? What frequency is the -3dB, -6dB at? Is it volume sensitive?
There's no info on MTX's web site and MTX has not responded to an email query about these issues. Since this is a new product, hopefully we'll see answers soon.
Will I be a returning customer, absolutely! Was I happy with the process and sale, yes indeed! I appreciated Sonic as a provider and the site is very friendly so it was easy for me to find what I was looking for and was most informative. You cant go wrong with Sonic.
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