A:AnswerYes the unit comes with everything you need to set it up unless you want to hook it up to pre outputs on the head unit then you have to buy rca plugs to wire up to the speaker out plugs
A:AnswerIm not sure, ive replaced unit due to it shut down. Factory head unit with settings at zero for bass, treble and fade but unit still couldnt handle more than half volume.
A:AnswerIf you are using the High-Level Inputs to connect the HS8 to the speaker outputs of your stock (factory, OEM) radio then place the AUTO TURN ON switch in the DC position and your Hideaway Subwoofer will turn on and off with your factory stereo. You cap off and do not use the Remote Turn On wire.
If you are using an aftermarket radio (Kenwood, JVC, Alpine, Pioneer, etc., not your factory radio) then the Remote Turn On wire will connect to the radio's output wire labeled Remote Turn On, Amplifier Turn On or Power Antenna. Place the AUTO TURN ON switch in the +12V position and now it will turn on and off with your stereo.
In rare circumstances where the HS8 will not turn on connected to a factory radio while in the DC turn on position, you will need to find a switched +12 Volt circuit in your vehicle and connect the Remote Turn On wire to this circuit (suggest adding a 1-amp fuse in-line as well) and place the AUTO TURN ON switch in the +12V position. If you do not have a multimeter for testing the car's circuits and understand current generation automotive electrical systems, we suggest seeking the help of a trained professional.
A:AnswerYou should only loose about 1% of power….. and that depends on how you wire it up to your car if you’re gonna wear it through the speaker system that’s about as much is you’re going to lose since the unit has its own power and if you wire it through the RCA then it should be about the same % ….
A:AnswerYes, It truly does'nt matter what BRAND speaker you have as much as the powerhandling specs. Make sure your speakers have the same or higher RMS wattage handling power as per the Hideaway. Usual time of Installation is about 2 to 3 hours.
If Installed properly you'll enjoy a rich clean but not over powering sound. Don't use zone settings on your Sony. Keep the loudness off or minimal to prevent distortion. Primarily use the EQ if your Sony provides that.
A:AnswerIt would be compatible I would assume. I fit it in my gfs 2016 Ford Fiesta under the driver seat.
It’s definitely not a plug and play unless you have an aftermarket stereo and the rca adapter.
Once I found my vehicles wiring diagram the install was pretty easy. A lot of YouTube research and you should be fine. Knowing how to solder wires helps.
