Bose AudioPilot questions..
03-05-2005, 06:35 PM
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Bose AudioPilot questions..
Ok.. so the dealer made a big deal about this new 'audio pilot' that my RX8 has (Bose system, without NAV).
However I can't seem to hear a spec of difference between it on or off. Does it only work with FM or something? (I play mostly CDs or MP3 via tape adapter). Specific volume levels upon which it activates perhaps?
I had a lousy rental last week while my RX8 was in the shop for minor issues, and I was given a crappy Chevy Malibu. However I noticed that it's stereo changed volume as my speed increased.. something I'd have expected from this audio pilot thing.
Is there a way to tell if the audio pilot is working ? Perhaps mine is broken?
However I can't seem to hear a spec of difference between it on or off. Does it only work with FM or something? (I play mostly CDs or MP3 via tape adapter). Specific volume levels upon which it activates perhaps?
I had a lousy rental last week while my RX8 was in the shop for minor issues, and I was given a crappy Chevy Malibu. However I noticed that it's stereo changed volume as my speed increased.. something I'd have expected from this audio pilot thing.
Is there a way to tell if the audio pilot is working ? Perhaps mine is broken?
03-05-2005, 10:04 PM
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I thought this too. Try this: set your volume to 5 at an idle stop. Drive a little, then when you come to a stop, access the Autopilot menu and turn it off. You can hear the volume drop a little. I didnt think mine worked at first, but after a while, I can tell when its on and off. Personally, I like it on, but you will see posts here stating otherwise.
03-05-2005, 10:54 PM
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You'll definately know it's on...just like the Malibu. Check to see that's its on. The dealer didnt turn my on, and they made a big deal about it as well. It makes no difference what volume it is set to, it works at all levels. Mine stays around 3 or 4 the entire time with the autopilot on (CD, FM or otherwise)).
03-05-2005, 11:00 PM
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I don't think the AP is active on A.M., but should be obvious on F.M.
I found it is pretty sensitive to the noise of an open window, cruise along with volume set to where you like it, then crack a window a tiny bit - the AP should kick in boosting volume and bass.
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I found it is pretty sensitive to the noise of an open window, cruise along with volume set to where you like it, then crack a window a tiny bit - the AP should kick in boosting volume and bass.
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03-06-2005, 08:59 PM
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Thanks all.. I tried playing with it today as I drove along the turnpike... slowing at tollbooths, open sunroof, close sunroof.. and heres what I found.
It does work... however it's 'odd'
It's not based on speed like the Malibu I rented (but I knew this).. and the sound sensor works really well when the volume is down low, say 1-5 or so. However if I crank up the volume to about 9-12 or so, It is barely noticable.. and not noticable to my ears at all above 12.
Even more odd, is it seems that it is looking not just at volume level vs noise level but the actual sound of the music in the car, for example, when I was playing Loreena McKennitt (quiet type of music, Enya like at times), it was definately noticable at almost every volume.. however when I droped in Evanescence (heavy goth type rock) , it was much harder to notice.
Either way it does seem to be working... guess I just listen to my music louder than I should :D
It does work... however it's 'odd'
It's not based on speed like the Malibu I rented (but I knew this).. and the sound sensor works really well when the volume is down low, say 1-5 or so. However if I crank up the volume to about 9-12 or so, It is barely noticable.. and not noticable to my ears at all above 12.
Even more odd, is it seems that it is looking not just at volume level vs noise level but the actual sound of the music in the car, for example, when I was playing Loreena McKennitt (quiet type of music, Enya like at times), it was definately noticable at almost every volume.. however when I droped in Evanescence (heavy goth type rock) , it was much harder to notice.
Either way it does seem to be working... guess I just listen to my music louder than I should :D
03-06-2005, 09:37 PM
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the bose website has a video on how it works...its not complicated, but it gets the point across. keep in mind that if you add a sub, you need to disable the AP because it will try to compensate for the introduced freqs and will probably sound weird.
03-06-2005, 11:50 PM
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Since you guys are talking about AP, did you know that the mic is right under the steering wheel. It right over the drivers right knee. I happened to notice it there when I pulled my stereo out.
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Originally Posted by robbz23
Since you guys are talking about AP, did you know that the mic is right under the steering wheel. It right over the drivers right knee. I happened to notice it there when I pulled my stereo out.
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