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AX-MLOC725
Installation Instructions
The Line Output Converter (LOC) should be installed on a stereo’s speaker output wires
or the output wires on an OEM amplifier of up to 150 watts per channel. These wires
can be found behind the stereo in the dash, on the outside of an OEM amplifier, or on the
input terminals on the OEM speakers.
AX-MLOC725
Installation Instructions
The Line Output Converter (LOC) should be installed on a stereo’s speaker output wires
or the output wires on an OEM amplifier of up to 150 watts per channel. These wires
can be found behind the stereo in the dash, on the outside of an OEM amplifier, or on the
input terminals on the OEM speakers.

Wire color and function Wire color and function

The audio input wire colors are an EIA standard for car stereo applications as follows: The audio input wire colors are an EIA standard for car stereo applications as follows:

Yellow = battery +12v input Yellow = battery +12v input

Black = ground input Black = ground input
Blue = remote +12v output the above power wires can be connected directly Blue = remote +12v output the above power wires can be connected directly
to the amplifier being added to the amplifier being added
White = left front (+) input White = left front (+) input
White/Black = left front (-) input White/Black = left front (-) input
Gray = right front (+) input Gray = right front (+) input
Gray/Black = right front (-) input Gray/Black = right front (-) input
Black/White = reference ground (-) (reference ground optional if noise is present) Black/White = reference ground (-) (reference ground optional if noise is present)

Note: Be sure that all audio input connections are polarized or in phase with each other. Note: Be sure that all audio input connections are polarized or in phase with each other.
That is, the positive output wires from the audio source need to be connected to the That is, the positive output wires from the audio source need to be connected to the
corresponding positive input wires of the LOC. The same goes for the negative audio corresponding positive input wires of the LOC. The same goes for the negative audio
wires. Failure to do this will result in poor bass response and low quality audio. wires. Failure to do this will result in poor bass response and low quality audio.

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AX-MLOC725
Installation Instructions
The Line Output Converter (LOC) should be installed on a stereo’s speaker output wires
or the output wires on an OEM amplifier of up to 150 watts per channel. These wires
can be found behind the stereo in the dash, on the outside of an OEM amplifier, or on the
input terminals on the OEM speakers.
AX-MLOC725
Installation Instructions
The Line Output Converter (LOC) should be installed on a stereo’s speaker output wires
or the output wires on an OEM amplifier of up to 150 watts per channel. These wires
can be found behind the stereo in the dash, on the outside of an OEM amplifier, or on the
input terminals on the OEM speakers.

Wire color and function Wire color and function

The audio input wire colors are an EIA standard for car stereo applications as follows: The audio input wire colors are an EIA standard for car stereo applications as follows:

Yellow = battery +12v input Yellow = battery +12v input

Black = ground input Black = ground input
Blue = remote +12v output the above power wires can be connected directly Blue = remote +12v output the above power wires can be connected directly
to the amplifier being added to the amplifier being added
White = left front (+) input White = left front (+) input
White/Black = left front (-) input White/Black = left front (-) input
Gray = right front (+) input Gray = right front (+) input
Gray/Black = right front (-) input Gray/Black = right front (-) input
Black/White = reference ground (-) (reference ground optional if noise is present) Black/White = reference ground (-) (reference ground optional if noise is present)

Note: Be sure that all audio input connections are polarized or in phase with each other. Note: Be sure that all audio input connections are polarized or in phase with each other.
That is, the positive output wires from the audio source need to be connected to the That is, the positive output wires from the audio source need to be connected to the
corresponding positive input wires of the LOC. The same goes for the negative audio corresponding positive input wires of the LOC. The same goes for the negative audio
wires. Failure to do this will result in poor bass response and low quality audio. wires. Failure to do this will result in poor bass response and low quality audio.

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The LOC is designed to convert (2) channels of speaker level audio into (2) channels of
line level audio. This allows for the installation of line level products such as amplifiers,
EQs and crossovers on systems that do not have RCA line level outputs. In addition this
device will also detect the presence of an audio signal and then generate a +12V output
that can be used to turn-on an aftermarket amplifier.
The LOC is designed to convert (2) channels of speaker level audio into (2) channels of
line level audio. This allows for the installation of line level products such as amplifiers,
EQs and crossovers on systems that do not have RCA line level outputs. In addition this
device will also detect the presence of an audio signal and then generate a +12V output
that can be used to turn-on an aftermarket amplifier.

Features Features
150 watts maximum input 150 watts maximum input
Input circuit corrects Input circuit corrects
Crossover distortion commonly found on other brands of LOCs Crossover distortion commonly found on other brands of LOCs
6:1 Step down with variable output 6:1 Step down with variable output
Gold flashed RCAs Gold flashed RCAs
Attractive and durable enclosure Attractive and durable enclosure

Note: The LOC will shut off 60 seconds after no signal detected. Note: The LOC will shut off 60 seconds after no signal detected.

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER
Enhance your installation and fabrication skills by
enrolling in the most recognized and respected
mobile electronics school in our industry.
Log onto www.installerinstitute.com or call
800-354-6782 for more information and take steps
toward a better tomorrow.
Metra recommends MECP
certified technicians
Caution: Metra recommends disconnecting the
negative battery terminal before beginning any
installation. All accessories, switches, and especially
air bag indicator lights must be plugged in before
reconnecting the battery or cycling the ignition.
Note: Refer to the instructions included with the
aftermarket radio.
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER
Enhance your installation and fabrication skills by Caution: Metra recommends disconnecting the
enrolling in the most recognized and respected
mobile electronics school in our industry. negative battery terminal before beginning any
installation. All accessories, switches, and especially
Log onto www.installerinstitute.com or call
800-354-6782 for more information and take steps
toward a better tomorrow.
air bag indicator lights must be plugged in before
reconnecting the battery or cycling the ignition.
Metra recommends MECP
certified technicians
Note: Refer to the instructions included with the
aftermarket radio.

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The LOC is designed to convert (2) channels of speaker level audio into (2) channels of
line level audio. This allows for the installation of line level products such as amplifiers,
EQs and crossovers on systems that do not have RCA line level outputs. In addition this
device will also detect the presence of an audio signal and then generate a +12V output
that can be used to turn-on an aftermarket amplifier.
The LOC is designed to convert (2) channels of speaker level audio into (2) channels of
line level audio. This allows for the installation of line level products such as amplifiers,
EQs and crossovers on systems that do not have RCA line level outputs. In addition this
device will also detect the presence of an audio signal and then generate a +12V output
that can be used to turn-on an aftermarket amplifier.

Features Features
150 watts maximum input 150 watts maximum input
Input circuit corrects Input circuit corrects
Crossover distortion commonly found on other brands of LOCs Crossover distortion commonly found on other brands of LOCs
6:1 Step down with variable output 6:1 Step down with variable output
Gold flashed RCAs Gold flashed RCAs
Attractive and durable enclosure Attractive and durable enclosure

Note: The LOC will shut off 60 seconds after no signal detected. Note: The LOC will shut off 60 seconds after no signal detected.

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER
Enhance your installation and fabrication skills by
enrolling in the most recognized and respected
mobile electronics school in our industry.
Log onto www.installerinstitute.com or call
800-354-6782 for more information and take steps
toward a better tomorrow.
Metra recommends MECP
certified technicians
Caution: Metra recommends disconnecting the
negative battery terminal before beginning any
installation. All accessories, switches, and especially
air bag indicator lights must be plugged in before
reconnecting the battery or cycling the ignition.
Note: Refer to the instructions included with the
aftermarket radio.
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER
Enhance your installation and fabrication skills by Caution: Metra recommends disconnecting the
enrolling in the most recognized and respected
mobile electronics school in our industry. negative battery terminal before beginning any
installation. All accessories, switches, and especially
Log onto www.installerinstitute.com or call
800-354-6782 for more information and take steps
toward a better tomorrow.
air bag indicator lights must be plugged in before
reconnecting the battery or cycling the ignition.
Metra recommends MECP
certified technicians
Note: Refer to the instructions included with the
aftermarket radio.

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