remote gain on SAE-1200D

[inkfx 3]

This is the first time I've used a remote gain, so sorry if I'm just being stupid.

Anyway, I just got it installed and have my gain on the amp set about half way. Now every time I start to turn the remote gain, I get a pop from my subs. Why is this happening? Is it my ground? If so, I'm not sure how I could make it any better. The ground is secured to the chasis and I sandpaper'd the area where the ground makes contact. I'm also using brass screws/bolts to secure it. I'm just a little confused here.

[XxedgarxX 2]

This is the first time I've used a remote gain, so sorry if I'm just being stupid.

Anyway, I just got it installed and have my gain on the amp set about half way. Now every time I start to turn the remote gain, I get a pop from my subs. Why is this happening? Is it my ground? If so, I'm not sure how I could make it any better. The ground is secured to the chasis and I sandpaper'd the area where the ground makes contact. I'm also using brass screws/bolts to secure it. I'm just a little confused here.

you mean pop as in amp going in protect or they seem to bottom out ??? are you seeing too much excursion

[inkfx 3]

It's the subs. The pop is like they hit real quick just once every time I move the knob a notch. It happens wether I'm playing music or not. Without the gain remote everything is fine. I only have a problem when adjusting with the remote.

[XxedgarxX 2]

it might be the remote that is bad

if you have the stereo to control subwoofer level just lower it when ever you dont want to have a heavy bass coming out.

that is the simplest thing but you could try another remote or check if the remote cable got caught and made damage on the inside

[inkfx 3]

I don't have another remote to test it with unfortunately. The remote I got came brand new from a SAE-1000D. I guess the wire or something is bad. I wonder if I can get a replacement?

On a side note, I see your from SA. I'd love to hear those BLs sometime if you have some spare time. Tried to PM you but it's not letting me send you a message.

Edited August 8, 2009 by inkfx

[XxedgarxX 2]

hopefully it gets resolve

yeah man just let me know when ever so we can meet up

[inkfx 3]

I can't message you, so you will have to send me a PM. I'll give you my number and we can meet up wherever.

[inkfx 3]

Anyone else have ideas? Or is it most likely a bad remote?

[KU40 173]

I would guess a bad remote. Have you tried unplugging it and plugging it back in? Maybe there's just a loose connection or something. Also retrace the wire's length throughout your car, make sure you didn't accidentally screw a panel down into it and cut the cord a little.

[inkfx 3]

I tried unplugging and replugging it in a few times when it was first happening with no success. I just got done retracing the wire and it's in perfect condition. It would be cool to get a replacement but I'm not really counting on it. I also think I remember seeing a thread not to long ago that Sundown was out of the remotes. Can I use a remote from a different amp? I think have my old Cadence remote laying around. I never used it since it controlled the bass boost on the Cadence amp.

[Kanaworm$ 292]

Could be the remote gain knob circuit board has a crack or a loose connection. Double check your connection at the knob itself.