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Old 03-26-2014, 06:25 PM   #15
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Re: Simple hidden system? iPhone controlled

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Originally Posted by dracko View Post
So I just run power directly to the amp off a keyed power source?
usually an amp has it's own power directly from the battery
i have 2 amps in truk and they both require a 60 amp fuse

so no; don't run power from the ignition switch
most amps have a remote power on lead from the head unit,
it tells the amp to turn on, using a relay, when the head unit is turned on.
use a keyed on source for that wire, but wire the amps directly from the battery

a 4 channel amp won't have subwoofer power, buy a 5 channel amp or a 4 channel and an amp for the subwoofer
my system is wired similar to this sketch from crutchfield

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