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How a Car Stereo Works
Stereo systems are electronic devices designed to play audio signals. Most systems
provide an option of playing audio cassettes, radio, CDs or DVDs which can be in
various file formats such as mp3. Most vehicles are manufactured standard with a
basic stereo system, if not an aftermarket system can be installed. There are many
stereo systems available from the extreme mega loud systems to a highly refined
audio experience.
Car Radio and CD Player
When the volume is increased to maximum limits the sound can break up harshly,
this is known as distortion. The amplifier distortion level is the most important
specification of a sound system, the lower it is, the better it is. The best level
of distortion is less then 1 percent at 3/4 volume. Amplifiers drive power to the
speakers and is a important part of the speaker system. An amplifier receives a
low amperage signal for the stereo head unit, then converts that signal to a high
amperage to drive the speakers. External amplifiers can demanded more power from
your electrical system and special considerations must be made if too much amperage
is removed from the system.
Car Stereo Amplifier
It is optimal to install high performance speakers which can be arranged in the
car so that the sound surrounds the listener. Sound can be divided into matrix and
the sounds are broken up to each speaker such as a tweeter. The woofer creates a
deep bass extension to provide lows without any perceptible distortions.
LCD Screen
Cars are now manufactured with the option of LCD screens, multiple CD player,
CD recorder and CD changer. The LCD screen is used to watch videos and display a
rear view camera when the car is driven in reverse.
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