Metra - Ground Loop Isolator - Black
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About This Item
- General
- Brand: Metra
- Model Number: TC-GLI
- Product Name: Ground Loop Isolator
- Color: Black
- Compatibility
- Product Compatibility: Audio/Video
- Product Type: Isolator
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 5 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 11 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.16 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 086429262281
This ground loop isolator integrates into the OEM system of your vehicle to eliminate ground loops for quality audio reproduction.
- Integrates into most vehicles' OEM systems: Audio transformers isolate RCA shields, creating an RCA output with floating grounds for clear audio.
- 1/3dB gain: Eliminates ground loops caused by source units installed in your vehicle's factory dash for quality sound.
- Copper material: For long-lasting use.
- Integrates into most vehicles' OEM systems: Audio transformers isolate RCA shields, creating an RCA output with floating grounds for clear audio.
- 1/3dB gain: Eliminates ground loops caused by source units installed in your vehicle's factory dash for quality sound.
- Copper material: For long-lasting use.
Q: Is this ground loop isolator compatible with most vehicles?
A: Yes, it integrates into the OEM system of most vehicles.
Q: What material is this ground loop isolator made of?
A: It is made of copper for durability and long-lasting use.
Q: What is the length of this ground loop isolator?
A: The product length is 14 inches.
Q: How does this device integrate with a vehicle's system?
A: The audio transformers isolate RCA shields, creating an RCA output with floating grounds for clear audio.
Q: What is the primary function of this ground loop isolator?
A: This ground loop isolator eliminates ground loops caused by source units installed in your vehicle's factory dash, ensuring quality sound reproduction.
Q: Does this ground loop isolator offer any gain?
A: Yes, it provides 1/3dB gain.
Q: Heard these take away from your sound
A: Actually a ground loop audio isolator enhances sound quality by eliminating AC hum. Ground loop problems are caused by small voltage differences that normally exist between the ‘grounds’ at the send and receive ends of a audio signal cable. In an unbalanced interface (consumer audio), this ground voltage difference directly adds to the signal. This generally produces hum or buzz in audio. In a balanced interface (professional audio), the ground voltage difference may reveal inadequate common-mode rejection at the input stage of the equipment (Bad Ground ) or other design defects. A ground isolator in the signal path is the fundamentally correct way to eliminate system ground loop problems. A transformer does this by magnetically coupling the signal across an electrically insulated barrier wh9ich blocks electrical noise and creates a clean audio signal between pre-amp and amplifier and is connected as depicted in photo.
Q: Why does this devise kill 70% of my bass?
A: I think the transformer does not provide a flat frequency response down to the 20-50 hz or lower range. You could try to flatten the curve with bass boost. It may be that a higher quality/price isolator would provide a flatter response on the bass end, but i haven't tested this hypothesis yet.
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Customers value the Ground Loop Isolator for its ease of use and straightforward installation. Many find the price to be reasonable for the performance it offers. However, a significant number of customers have reported experiencing unwanted noise even after using the isolator. Some users have also noted a perceived reduction in bass frequencies, sometimes requiring adjustments to their audio settings.
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| Pros for Metra - Ground Loop Isolator - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ease of use, Installation, Price | Complete parts | Ease of use, Installation, Sound Quality, Compatibility, Line Output | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for Metra - Ground Loop Isolator - Black | |||
| Noise, Ground Loop, Audio Quality, Bass | Didn't work | RCA Jacks | There were no cons for this product— |
