AudioControl LC1i 2 Channel RCA Line Out High to Low Converter & Line Driver

The AudioControl LC1i is a compact 2-channel active line output converter and line driver. It accepts speaker-level signals up to 40 Vrms and converts them to RCA preamp outputs of up to 9.5 Vrms, with no AccuBASS processing. It is part of AudioControl's LC-series line out converter range.

This listing is for the LC1i. The LC-series is also available as the LC2i (2-channel with AccuBASS), the LC6i (6-channel), and the LC7i (6-channel with AccuBASS and subwoofer control).

Key specifications

• Channels: 2
• Speaker-level input: up to 40 Vrms / 400W (20k ohm setting)
• Selectable input impedance: 20 ohm, 60 ohm, 20k ohm
• Line-level input: 2 channels
• Preamp output: 2 channels, up to 9.5 Vrms (13V peak)
• Output gain: +/-12 dB
• Frequency response: 20 Hz to 50 kHz +/-1 dB
• Signal to noise: over 110 dB
• Turn-on: 12V remote, GTO Signal Sense or Audio Sense

Overview

The LC1i converts speaker-level signals from a factory head unit into clean RCA outputs, making it straightforward to add an amplifier or subwoofer to an OEM system. It does not include AccuBASS bass correction — it is a no-frills 2-channel converter that also doubles as a line driver if you later upgrade your head unit.

• 2-channel active line output converter
• Designed to work with most factory systems

Features

• Two channels of active speaker-level inputs (up to 40V input handling)
• Two channels of line-level inputs
• Load selection switch for OEM integration
• GTO Signal Sensing — triggers automatically when an audio signal is detected, so no separate remote wire is needed
• Also accepts a DC offset or 12V remote input for flexible installation
• Ground isolation switch
• Compact design

The LC1i works with most factory sound systems, including those that can cause problems for standard converters. If you later upgrade your head unit, the LC1i remains useful as a line driver to maintain a strong preamp signal to your amplifiers.