What would cause car speakers to cut in and out?
When a car stereo cuts out and then turns back on: The problem is usually in the wiring. A break or crimp in the speaker wiring, often where it passes into a door, can cause the sound to cut off entirely. The problem could also be a bad amplifier or bad wiring to the amplifier.
What causes a sound system to cut out?
The most often reason for speakers to cut out at a high volume is either issue with an amplifier or a problem with the crossover settings. Also, speakers that are not designed to handle a high volume can cut out often when overpowered.
How many speakers does a Volvo s60 have?
In the VolvoS60, a powerful 650-watt, 5-channel Class-D amplifier powers twelve carefullyplaced speakers.
Why does my amplifier keeps going into protection mode?
Some amps go into protect mode if they get too hot, which can prevent a permanent failure. The common cause of overheating is a lack of airflow. If the amp is located underneath the seats, or in another confined space, that may cause it to overheat.
Where are the speakers on a Volvo S60?
The speakers run directly from the head unit. In the basic systems, the dash speaker location is empty. The older S60 head units were a model HU-615 radio/CD/cassette. The newer ones are model HU-650 which give up the cassette but support aux and satellite radio inputs.
How to fix Bluetooth problem on Volvo XC60?
So if your phone doesn’t have correct/full compatibility with your car’s Bluetooth, send Volvo an email and they will try to work to the get phone updated. T-Mobile was fairly useless in getting the problem solved. My guess is that the BT hardware in the car is going to always be “fixed” as is from the factory.
Can a Dietz sound system work on a Volvo?
Dietz and Scosche don’t support Volvo controls (anymore) and the generic resistor ladder systems are unreliable. Most automotive sound systems are built around 4-ohm speakers. Home stereos, by contrast, are built around 8-ohm speakers.
What to do if your phone doesn’t work with your Volvo?
So if your phone doesn’t have correct/full compatibility with your car’s Bluetooth, send Volvo an email and they will try to work to the get phone updated. T-Mobile was fairly useless in getting the problem solved.