Car Audio & Electronics

The Chrysler Concorde was one of the first of a long line of Chryslers in the early to mid-1990s intended to rebuild a slowly decaying lineup. Specifically, the Concorde’s responsibility was to…

Citizen's band, or CB, radios offer reliable and consistent performance in the home or mobile environment for communicating through short wave. The operation of a CB radio usually involves pressing…

Linear amplifiers are useful for boosting citizen's band radio above other radio noise. Connecting these amplifiers and integrated drivers to a CB radio is a quick process if you're already competent…

Nissan's 2008 Altima was offered in several trim levels, ranging from the base 2.5-liter four-cylinder model to the sportier 3.5-liter V-6 Coupe. While the high-end trim levels were equipped with a…

Bose factory car stereos are no different than any other when it comes to dirt and grime accumulating behind the volume knob. This is especially true in a mobile environment, where dust particles,…

For visual flash and solid sound quality, Plexiglass is commonly chosen when building car audio subwoofer boxes. Plexiglass' transparency and dense nature allow nearly as much flexibility as the more…

If you are upgrading the stereo system in your 2002 Chrysler 300M, or you need to replace a damaged speaker, you need to know how to access the old one first. A do-it-yourselfer can remove and replace…

A Global Positioning System has many of the same characteristics as a standard radio, which acts as a receiver for signals sent by an external source. Jamming is possible with a GPS just like it was…

Car audio systems offer multiple different methods of configuration. Enabling these methods are two- and four-channel amplifiers. Each type of amp is selected for different reasons, whether powering…

Disassembling the stereo in your 2003 Ford Mustang may prove necessary when performing certain repair procedures to the dashboard or other related components. Base and “Deluxe” vehicle…

The InterVideo MP3 XPack adds a plugin to Windows Media Player to allow the creation of MP3 music files. This feature is now standard in Windows Media Player so it is mostly useful in older versions…

What's wrong when smoke comes into your car? The primary problem is probably that you're still sitting in the car instead of running for your life, or at least going for the nearest fire extinguisher.…

The door panel on a 2000 Chevy Blazer is attached with a combination of 7 mm screws, a Phillips screw and trim fasteners behind the panel. It is a simple process to remove the panel to replace the…

You can wire your own microphone to work with a Sharp Citizen's Band radio, provided you know where the different wires of the mic need to connect to the plug pins. Sharp CBs use a four-pin locking…

Aiwa CD changers allow you to have multiple CDs at your disposal at one time. The CDs are loaded into the trays of a magazine, which is then loaded into the CD changer itself. If, while using your CD…

Port length in a speaker has a direct impact on the overall sound and performance of the woofer. The lowest frequencies played by the speaker are governed by port length and diameter, necessitating…

The 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix features a factory six-speaker audio system, which includes a pair of full-range 6-by-9-inch speakers, mounted on the rear deck. Because the rear-deck speakers use the…

Sometimes it becomes necessary to replace a CD changer's head unit -- the part in a car stereo that typically can be removed by the owner when leaving the vehicle, for added security. Provided the new…

You can hotwire or connect your iPod to your car stereo using a 3.5 millimeter stereo connector cable and the auxiliary jack on your car stereo. By connecting your iPod to your car stereo, you can…

PVRs are used in closed circuit TV and security systems to capture and store the footage collected by a video source, such as a security camera. Signal amplifiers boost your video signal as it travels…

Bose speakers use proprietary engineering designs to achieve a large amount of sound from smaller speakers. Most of these designs revolve around use of folded transmission lines, which Bose calls…

A CD may become stuck in your Alpine 6 CD changer at some point in time. The steps to loading and selecting a CD to eject vary slightly based on if you have a single or multiple CD changer. A few tips…

Your Pioneer AVIC-Z3 HDD multimedia AV navigation server provides all the entertainment you'll ever need on your road travels. The AV Source controls M-CD, as well as the iPod and TV connections. When…

Building your own subwoofer enclosure brings a level of customization and fine-tuning that, with care and planning, can't be matched by off-the-shelf solutions. Considering your cabinet design and…

Presented by a multitude of vehicle manufacturers as premium sound systems, Bose audio packages often incorporate a subwoofer. However, for those wanting increased tactile response from their…

A lot of vehicle owners who have installed subwoofers in their trunks have discovered that along with the bass frequencies comes an annoying rattle or vibration. Sometimes a discernible amount of…

The booming base produced by a subwoofer is an important component of a car audio system's output. A subwoofer is complicated acoustic system consisting of several components working together, and the…

The Sciphone i9 is a smartphone manufactured in China sold at a relatively inexpensive price -- $139.99, as of November, 2011. Critics of the Sciphone note its inability to download apps, its slow…

With access to hundreds of stations, AOL Radio allows you to listen to your favorite music. However, audio problems caused by issues with sound cards, drivers and system volume settings diminish sound…

For MP3 players that don't support Bluetooth headphone connections, JayBird uSport provides wireless functionality to a device for high-quality audio output. The Bluetooth accessory is compatible with…

A subwoofer is the component of a speaker system that provide thumping, low bass tones. When constructing a sound system there are several different subwoofer designs that you can consider. Many…

An external CD changer is a standalone device that is capable of holding multiple CDs and playing them in a random or consecutive order. The devices only play one CD at a time and are found in…

You can manually wire the Alpine IVA-W205 mobile multimedia station to work with the systems in your vehicle. Typically you would plug the wiring harness from the IVA-W205 into an adapter that will…

Sony manufactures aftermarket car stereo receivers equipped to handle MP3s and other forms of digital audio from many different sources. You’ll need to reference the manual for your specific…

High quality speakers allow you to enjoy your favorite music in your home or vehicle. All types of speakers need a sturdy and stable box to support the delicate audio equipment. Building your own…

Many electronic-savvy homeowners install sound systems to get the most out of their stereo and television setups. A set of quality speakers is the key to clear, rich sound. Making your own speaker…

Hanging speakers from the ceiling is a great way to build a custom surround sound system, yet save floor space for more important items, like stadium seating or a dance floor. While modern speakers…

A speaker box provides both an enclosure as well as acoustic characteristics to the sound being generated. You can apply fabric to the front of a speaker box to cover the front of the speaker without…

Dropped audio and error messages are both results of signal issues with your Sirius radio. Know the symptoms of your signal problems so that you can better troubleshoot the root cause of the signal…

Prior to 2001, some Ford buyers preferred the Ranger because of its pickup bed, while some preferred the Explorer for its passenger room. Ford realized that there were enough customers that liked both…

When the Focus arrived as the eventual replacement for the Escort in 2000, some buyers assumed it was an all-new model for Ford. This is untrue, however, as the Focus made its debut in the European…

Phase Linear, a subsidiary of Jensen, manufactures and distributes car audio products sold throughout the world. Although several different models exist, certain Phase Linear CD car stereo models…

Your Clarion 6-disc changer enables you to hear music from your favorite artists without having to frequently reload CDs. Even so, sometimes it may not power on, recognize a disc or skip. Other…

Slot loading is essentially port or duct loading -- a way of tuning speakers and a cabinet with a vent to the outside. Slots usually use the side walls of the speaker cabinet as the port width, the…

From time to time, your Bose Multi-CD changer may not update properly. Sound distortion and power issues may also occur every now and then. These and other issues are typically don't happen often.…

The PS3 game console comes with a whole host of features, such as Bluetooth capability and Internet access. One feature that most people assume the PS3 didn't come with is the ability to connect to…

CD changers, once a staple of home theater and home audio setups, are now being replaced by even higher resolution audio equipment such as Blu-ray players, or older mediums such as turntables to play…

Car alarm systems such as the Gargoyle Car Alarm can deteriorate and fail after years of continuous use. And potential buyers of your vehicle may not be interested in the currently installed alarm…

The primary job of the speaker grille covers in your car is to protect the speakers. They also serve an aesthetic function by contributing to the overall appearance of the car. The speaker grilles…

The quality of a speaker's sound is directly affected by its enclosure. The speaker's boxes and ports must be sized for the technical specifications of each speaker. The final step in building a…