VENDOR / MANUFACTURER
TRAININGS AT-A-GLANCE
wedneSDAY - MARCH 8TH / daytime
Location: Conference Theater – Building B
Host: Rockford Fosgate
Presenter: Eric Russell
Duration: 10:20am - 11:20am
Audio Signal Level Setting for All Mobile Audio Systems
Master the knowledge of setting system gains. Understand the science behind Gain Overlap and learn how to properly configure a system’s gain settings for customers ranging from the SQ fanatic to the SPL monster.
• Hear Loudness differences between clipped & unclipped signals
• Learn Gain Overlap variations based on customers & products used
• Learn Sensitivity differences using Low-Level and High-Level inputs
• Understand Dynamic Range of audio based on music genres
Host: Rockford Fosgate
Presenter: Eric Russell
Duration: 10:20am - 11:20am
Audio Signal Level Setting for All Mobile Audio Systems
Master the knowledge of setting system gains. Understand the science behind Gain Overlap and learn how to properly configure a system’s gain settings for customers ranging from the SQ fanatic to the SPL monster.
• Hear Loudness differences between clipped & unclipped signals
• Learn Gain Overlap variations based on customers & products used
• Learn Sensitivity differences using Low-Level and High-Level inputs
• Understand Dynamic Range of audio based on music genres
Location: Palo Verde 1&2 – Building B
Host: Audiofrog
Presenter: Andy Wehmeyer
Duration: 10:20am - 11:20am
Advanced Audio System Design: What to Do when You Can Do Anything
Andy Wehmeyer covers high-end and high-performance audio system design in an easy-to-absorb approach. What you will learn include speaker choice and speaker placement, power handling and requirements, DSP and DSP functions and how to put it all together. If you’re going to fabricate an automotive interior and audio installation that’s beautiful, learn how to design something that will sound great, too.
Host: Audiofrog
Presenter: Andy Wehmeyer
Duration: 10:20am - 11:20am
Advanced Audio System Design: What to Do when You Can Do Anything
Andy Wehmeyer covers high-end and high-performance audio system design in an easy-to-absorb approach. What you will learn include speaker choice and speaker placement, power handling and requirements, DSP and DSP functions and how to put it all together. If you’re going to fabricate an automotive interior and audio installation that’s beautiful, learn how to design something that will sound great, too.
Location: Palo Verde 3 – Building B
Host: Firstech (Compustar)
Presenters: Josh Woodie, Wade Beebe
Duration: 10:20am - 11:20am
2022 Firstech MasterTech Training
Join us as we dive into the technical side of remote start, security, and bypass. We will cover some of the basics; high current vs low current installations, T-harnesses vs hardwiring, all-in-one control modules vs separate bypass and brain. We’ll be discussing installer etiquette, larger shops vs smaller shops, resource use, installation prep, and importance of delivery. Troubleshooting is a lost art and we will discuss techniques, when to keep digging and when to reach out for assistance. Whether you're a veteran or new to the category, this session will provide many key takeaways for success.
Host: Firstech (Compustar)
Presenters: Josh Woodie, Wade Beebe
Duration: 10:20am - 11:20am
2022 Firstech MasterTech Training
Join us as we dive into the technical side of remote start, security, and bypass. We will cover some of the basics; high current vs low current installations, T-harnesses vs hardwiring, all-in-one control modules vs separate bypass and brain. We’ll be discussing installer etiquette, larger shops vs smaller shops, resource use, installation prep, and importance of delivery. Troubleshooting is a lost art and we will discuss techniques, when to keep digging and when to reach out for assistance. Whether you're a veteran or new to the category, this session will provide many key takeaways for success.
Location: Cholla 1&2 – Building B
Host: Sony Car Audio
Presenter: Kris Bulla
Duration: 10:20am - 11:20am
Sony Mobile ES – Powerfully Creative Sound Upgrades
Sony Car Audio’s National Trainer will show you exciting features in their new Sony mobile ES product line that not only make installation a breeze, but also provide numerous creative options to create a customized immersive sound experience with high volume and beautiful sound, no matter what type of vehicle you are installing it in. Why does high-voltage on a pre-amp output matter? Why would you need a parametric equalizer? How can time alignment help provide a better soundstage in the vehicle? A quick explanation and how to accomplish these things with the new XAV-9500ES, will be shared.
Host: Sony Car Audio
Presenter: Kris Bulla
Duration: 10:20am - 11:20am
Sony Mobile ES – Powerfully Creative Sound Upgrades
Sony Car Audio’s National Trainer will show you exciting features in their new Sony mobile ES product line that not only make installation a breeze, but also provide numerous creative options to create a customized immersive sound experience with high volume and beautiful sound, no matter what type of vehicle you are installing it in. Why does high-voltage on a pre-amp output matter? Why would you need a parametric equalizer? How can time alignment help provide a better soundstage in the vehicle? A quick explanation and how to accomplish these things with the new XAV-9500ES, will be shared.
Location: Delta Hotel (AZ Ballroom C)
Host: HKI-USA
Presenter: Doug Dobson, Marty Deane
Duration: 10:20am - 11:20am
Introduction to TURY USA: Smart Vehicle Upgrades
In a constantly changing world TURY has created an additional profit center for the conventional 12v retailer. TURY gives its customers a product that fits in virtually any vehicle that comes into your shop and is designed as a plug-n-play solution. Get FAST with TURY. National Sales Manager Marty Deane and Technical Director Doug Dobson with HKI-USA lead the discussion and answer questions about applications and opportunities with the line.
Host: HKI-USA
Presenter: Doug Dobson, Marty Deane
Duration: 10:20am - 11:20am
Introduction to TURY USA: Smart Vehicle Upgrades
In a constantly changing world TURY has created an additional profit center for the conventional 12v retailer. TURY gives its customers a product that fits in virtually any vehicle that comes into your shop and is designed as a plug-n-play solution. Get FAST with TURY. National Sales Manager Marty Deane and Technical Director Doug Dobson with HKI-USA lead the discussion and answer questions about applications and opportunities with the line.
Location: Outdoor Plaza – Building C
Host: JL Audio
Presenters: Steve Turrisi, Matt Mergenthal, Nick Ames
Duration: 10:20am - 11:20am
TüNing with TüN 4 and a Single Mic
Learn how to navigate the latest TüN 4 Software and begin taking measurements with a single Mic and soundcard or a USB Microphone. We will cover the basics of how to view frequency response, capture and load traces, measure SPL, work with Target traces and use the built-in signal generator.
Host: JL Audio
Presenters: Steve Turrisi, Matt Mergenthal, Nick Ames
Duration: 10:20am - 11:20am
TüNing with TüN 4 and a Single Mic
Learn how to navigate the latest TüN 4 Software and begin taking measurements with a single Mic and soundcard or a USB Microphone. We will cover the basics of how to view frequency response, capture and load traces, measure SPL, work with Target traces and use the built-in signal generator.
Location: Conference Theater – Building B
Host: Audio Control
Presenter: Matthew Palumbo
Duration: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Achieve Predictable Results using AudioControl
Testing audio system performance is important in every vehicle with an audio upgrade. Matthew Palumbo provides a comprehensive guide on utilizing a simple DM-RTA checklist along with documenting final results. The no-nonsense sales guidance of offering the appropriate equipment for the vehicle and listener’s expectations, along with using the powerful DM-RTA to test, troubleshoot and validate performance are the keys to making every vehicle sound great!
Host: Audio Control
Presenter: Matthew Palumbo
Duration: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Achieve Predictable Results using AudioControl
Testing audio system performance is important in every vehicle with an audio upgrade. Matthew Palumbo provides a comprehensive guide on utilizing a simple DM-RTA checklist along with documenting final results. The no-nonsense sales guidance of offering the appropriate equipment for the vehicle and listener’s expectations, along with using the powerful DM-RTA to test, troubleshoot and validate performance are the keys to making every vehicle sound great!
Location: Palo Verde 1&2 – Building B
Host: ORCA Design & Mfg.
Presenters: Nick Wingate, Jeremy Boyd
Duration: 11:30am - 12:30pm
The Surround Sale: Re-Defining the Automotive Sound Stage
Nick Wingate demonstrates how to maximize Mosconi's DSP capabilities to bring back true surround audio in system designs. Discover the unique up-mixing features of Cross Mix, which redefines two-channel audio to take maximum advantage of a surround system with a wider and deeper sound stage, and better bass response. Jeremy Boyd provides attendees with proven strategies to educate customers on surround systems and processing and get them excited about upgrading their in-vehicle audio experience.
Host: ORCA Design & Mfg.
Presenters: Nick Wingate, Jeremy Boyd
Duration: 11:30am - 12:30pm
The Surround Sale: Re-Defining the Automotive Sound Stage
Nick Wingate demonstrates how to maximize Mosconi's DSP capabilities to bring back true surround audio in system designs. Discover the unique up-mixing features of Cross Mix, which redefines two-channel audio to take maximum advantage of a surround system with a wider and deeper sound stage, and better bass response. Jeremy Boyd provides attendees with proven strategies to educate customers on surround systems and processing and get them excited about upgrading their in-vehicle audio experience.
Location: Palo Verde 3 – Building B
Host: Escort Radar
Presenters: Brady Siebert, Ray Woolf
Duration: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Engagement in Custom Install (CI) Radar
Deep dive into Sales / Install techniques for engaging CI Radar clients. We will cover sales techniques, industry tech, as well as install / programming of CI units to provide the best experience for clients.
Host: Escort Radar
Presenters: Brady Siebert, Ray Woolf
Duration: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Engagement in Custom Install (CI) Radar
Deep dive into Sales / Install techniques for engaging CI Radar clients. We will cover sales techniques, industry tech, as well as install / programming of CI units to provide the best experience for clients.
Location: Cholla 1&2 – Building B
Host: AAMP Global – PAC Audio
Presenter: Jeff Smith
Duration: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Modern Integration Tips and Tricks
Join our Director of Training Jeff Smith for a discussion on how PAC is dedicated to bringing you the electrical and physical tools required to integrate today’s consumer technology into our customers’ vehicles, while retaining the factory integrated components as thoroughly as possible. PAC’s latest integration solutions that will help ease the pain from modern sales and installation challenges. We will also show you to apply RadioPRO Advanced, RadioPRO Integrated Kits, AmpPRO, and the new LOC PRO ADVANCED modules & T harnesses that will save you installation cost and protect profit margins for all levels of audio integration with solutions that work exactly the way you want and need, the first time. See you there!
Host: AAMP Global – PAC Audio
Presenter: Jeff Smith
Duration: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Modern Integration Tips and Tricks
Join our Director of Training Jeff Smith for a discussion on how PAC is dedicated to bringing you the electrical and physical tools required to integrate today’s consumer technology into our customers’ vehicles, while retaining the factory integrated components as thoroughly as possible. PAC’s latest integration solutions that will help ease the pain from modern sales and installation challenges. We will also show you to apply RadioPRO Advanced, RadioPRO Integrated Kits, AmpPRO, and the new LOC PRO ADVANCED modules & T harnesses that will save you installation cost and protect profit margins for all levels of audio integration with solutions that work exactly the way you want and need, the first time. See you there!
Location: Delta Hotel (AZ Ballroom C)
Host: VOXX
Presenter: Chris Libardi
Duration: 11:30am - 12:30pm
VOXX•DEI’s Flagship products and Pro Install Tips
Join Chris Libardi for a detailed overview the DS4, the industry-leading digital remote start and security platform. Learn more about at vehicle compatibilities, t-harness coverage, system add-ons, installation tips, and basic troubleshooting. Time for Q&A follows.
Host: VOXX
Presenter: Chris Libardi
Duration: 11:30am - 12:30pm
VOXX•DEI’s Flagship products and Pro Install Tips
Join Chris Libardi for a detailed overview the DS4, the industry-leading digital remote start and security platform. Learn more about at vehicle compatibilities, t-harness coverage, system add-ons, installation tips, and basic troubleshooting. Time for Q&A follows.
Location: Outdoor Plaza – Building C
Host: JL Audio
Presenters: Steve Turrisi, Matt Mergenthal, Nick Ames
Duration: 11:30am - 12:30pm
TüNing with TüN 4 and the MAX Audio Measurement System
With a basic understanding of how TüN 4 Software functions, this course will dive into how to use the JL Audio MAX Audio Measurement System. In addition to all the functions available with a single mic; MAX opens up a number of incredibly useful tools such as Multi-Mic multiplexing, Transfer Function measurements, Impulse response measurements, and the ability to analyze phase in real time!
Host: JL Audio
Presenters: Steve Turrisi, Matt Mergenthal, Nick Ames
Duration: 11:30am - 12:30pm
TüNing with TüN 4 and the MAX Audio Measurement System
With a basic understanding of how TüN 4 Software functions, this course will dive into how to use the JL Audio MAX Audio Measurement System. In addition to all the functions available with a single mic; MAX opens up a number of incredibly useful tools such as Multi-Mic multiplexing, Transfer Function measurements, Impulse response measurements, and the ability to analyze phase in real time!
