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jimmydean · 06-17-2011, 12:03 PM

That is the wire that is used by the deck to turn the amp on. If you aren't using a deck with a wire for power antenna, then you can run a 12v switch. That's what I am running since I am using my MP3 player to push my tunes.

GCncsuHD · 06-17-2011, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by jimmydean

That is the wire that is used by the deck to turn the amp on. If you aren't using a deck with a wire for power antenna, then you can run a 12v switch. That's what I am running since I am using my MP3 player to push my tunes.

Using the "power antenna" wire is not a good idea, most decks shut power off to that wire if you go to AUX or CD mode, which in turn would cut power to the amp as well, it should have a dedicated remote turn on wire.

custom1970 · 06-17-2011, 01:42 PM

Here's the wiring diagram from my radio. Do i have an option other than the yellow auto antena?
And i'm assuming that i'd use the Line out RCA's to go to AMP, then hook speakers directly to the AMP?
And am i correct that the AMP has to always be on if the radio is on? Would be nice to be able to listen to the radio without the power drain from the AMP if the truck wasn't running...

custom1970 · 06-17-2011, 02:02 PM

So if i wanted to try and run all 4 speakers, is this how i should wire it? Excuss my hand drawing, i know it's not that good. Also, still not sure the best place to hook up the Remote Turn On.

06-17-2011, 12:03 PM	#1
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: Help with Amp That is the wire that is used by the deck to turn the amp on. If you aren't using a deck with a wire for power antenna, then you can run a 12v switch. That's what I am running since I am using my MP3 player to push my tunes. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210

06-17-2011, 01:42 PM	#3
custom1970 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stuart, Florida Posts: 467	Re: Help with Amp Here's the wiring diagram from my radio. Do i have an option other than the yellow auto antena? And i'm assuming that i'd use the Line out RCA's to go to AMP, then hook speakers directly to the AMP? And am i correct that the AMP has to always be on if the radio is on? Would be nice to be able to listen to the radio without the power drain from the AMP if the truck wasn't running... Attached Images __________________ 1970 CST LB Fleetside, 402 BB, PS, PB,AC 1968 Firebird 400 conv. 1965 Chris Craft 17' wood ski boat (SN #0001)

06-17-2011, 02:02 PM	#4
custom1970 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stuart, Florida Posts: 467	Re: Help with Amp So if i wanted to try and run all 4 speakers, is this how i should wire it? Excuss my hand drawing, i know it's not that good. Also, still not sure the best place to hook up the Remote Turn On. Attached Images __________________ 1970 CST LB Fleetside, 402 BB, PS, PB,AC 1968 Firebird 400 conv. 1965 Chris Craft 17' wood ski boat (SN #0001)



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