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Alpine Electronics to Offer “Stay-In-Formed” Online Product Training for Authorized Retailers

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AUBURN HILLS, MI (03.27.2020) – Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. will offer six online training webinars for their U.S. Authorized Retailers in early April in light of recent training event cancellations and “stay-at-home” state announcements.

“This is an unprecedented time in our industry,” said Mike Anderson, Vice President and General Manager, Brand Business Unit, Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. “Alpine recognized the need to provide accessible online education and training so we could continue to provide sales and marketing support to our Authorized Retailers.”

In March, Alpine hosted a webinar on “The Journey to Alpine Sound,” highlighting the new 2020 Product Lineup, with information on carry-over models and upcoming marketing promotions.

After a positive response, Alpine decided to take it one step further and offer a new webinar, “Stay-In-Formed Alpine Product Training,” that focuses on applicable selling and marketing techniques for the new product line. The training will be fully accessible online, so attendees can “stay-in” while they learn. 

Led by Alpine Brand Specialist Eric Brooks and National Trainer Chris Teguh, the webinar will feature an in-depth look at each new product, with real-life applications and tips on how to successfully market to consumers. Each webinar training is fully interactive and allows attendees to ask questions and get answers in real-time.

New to the webinars is an inside look at Alpine’s 2017 Honda Civic Halo Sound Demo Vehicle. The civic will demonstrate the versatile R-A90S 6-Channel amplifier powering an active 3-way R-Series sound system with dual Halo Pre-Loaded R-Series 12-inch Subwoofer Enclosures. The demo vehicle will also showcase the OEM integration capabilities of the new PXE-X09 Hi-Resolution Wireless Digital Sound Processor with the factory head unit.

Registrants can choose from the following days to attend:

Week 1:

Monday, April 6 at 5:00 p.m. EST

Tuesday, April 7 at 3:00 p.m. EST

Wednesday, April 8 at 1:00 p.m. EST      

Week 2:

Monday, April 13 at 5:00 p.m. EST

Tuesday, April 14 at 3:00 p.m. EST

Wednesday, April 15 at 1:00 p.m. EST    

All Alpine Authorized Retailers are encouraged to register for this free webinar by contacting their Alpine Rep.

Alpine will continue to support its Authorized Retailers with online training, with a new webinar scheduled for the end of April covering an in-depth training session on Digital Sound Processors (DSP).

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.

Maxxsonics Offers COVID-19 Support

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LIBERTYVILLE, IL (03.27.2020) – COVID-19 has shifted life in many ways and at Maxxsonics USA, we are standing up to the fight against this global crisis by supporting local hospitals and businesses. Maxxsonics is donating thousands of masks and gloves across the Midwest to aid in the battle against this COVID-19.

Maxxsonics is focused on still delivering products that you’d expect, but our growing priority has been altered to aiding those that need a helping hand. We are thankful for all of the doctors, nurses, first responders, transportation specialists, and so many more that continue to carry us through this time.

Alden Stiefel, President/CEO of Maxxsonics USA said, “In this moment of uncertainty, it has been an increasing focus to help those in need that continue to save so many lives day after day. It is an honor to support those and to aid in the fight against COVID-19.”

Maxxsonics USA encourages everyone, any way they can, to join us in the movement for getting crucial medical supplies to those who are in need of them.

Visit maxxsonics.com for more.

Accent Mobile Launches New Web Site

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SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA (03.27.2020) – Accent Mobile, a division of Accele Electronics is pleased to announce the launch of their new web site, accentmobile.net. This website serves as a portal to the newly formed brand that is focused on providing “Solutions That Inspire Confidence” for Expeditors, Upfitters and Fleet Systems. Accent Mobile will also give our business partners access to the many diverse and solution focused items from parent, Accele Electronics, said Christian Way, Vice President, Accele Electronics.

Bob Goodman is pictured in his California home office reviewing the new Accent Mobile website that highlights the company’s ‘Solutions That Inspire Confidence’.

This new website contains Images and descriptions of the products offered by Accent Mobile and will eventually serve as a tool for online ordering for our business partners, it also contains contact information for sales and technical support. Our goal is to enable easy access to the information necessary when planning installation of products whether it be on-site or at Auto Dealerships, added Bob Goodman, Accent Mobile, Director of Channel Sales.

Accent Mobile Products have a 3 Year Warranty and are grouped here into 12 Categories for intuitive and easy navigation. Categories are as follows:

1.Roof Mount Monitors 2.Headrest Monitor Solutions 3. Camera Solutions 4.Mirror Solutions 5.Camera Kits & Accessories 6.Blind Spot & Park Assist 7.Digital Video Recording 8.Security & Convenience 9.LCD Monitors 10.Sources & Accessories 11.Heads Up Displays 12.Relays & Accessories.

Additional features to be rolled out are access to Product Manuals, Installation Videos and other resources for our business partners.

Visit accentmobile.net for more.

DS18 Joins in on the War against COVID-19

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MIAMI GARDENS, FL (03.26.2020) – As we all adjust to life working around the wide spread COVID-19 virus, DS18 joins in against the fight to help aid those in need with backing and knowledge from our close DS18 family and co-workers in China who have been adjusting to this Pandemic much longer then we have. 

Click here to view a video on DS18’s Facebook page.

With China successfully battling and winning the fight and using firsthand knowledge of what needs to win the battle, we will be sending over personal protection equipment such as huge shipment of medical masks and gloves in care of DS18

Team member Marcia Mileidys Maceo to The Baptist Hospital in Kendall, Florida. DS18 hopes to help with the education and safe practices needed to minimalize casualties until the global efforts find a way to destroy this disease so life can return to normal.

Continuing to practice safe social distance, using PPE (gloves, mask, sanitizer) equipment, and knowledge of safely not spreading the disease is the key component to slowing down this very fast acting and deadly virus. If we all come together as a world population there is nothing we cannot overcome.

Visit ds18.com for more.

End Result Representing Mobile Electronics in the Crisis

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CANONSBURG, PA (03.26.2020) – Now that the shock is over and the realization of our “situation” has sunk in, here is how End Result is going to represent the dealer and the manufacturer.

We will be holding a TOWN HALL VIRTUAL MEETING FOR MOBILE ELECTRONICS DEALERS TOMORROW AT 10:am & FRIDAY at 6:30pm. The purpose of these meetings is to give you perspective of what others are doing so that you can get input from others and adjust plans accordingly. This is not going to be a bitch session! “We are in this situation- how best to cope with it and plan for the next days” is the focus of the meeting.

Ed Dalesandro

Rob Keeler from CEDIA will be on the calls to give us a more global perspective

MOBILE ELECTRONICS DEALER THURSDAY AM MEETING
Thursday, March 26 at 10:00 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/665806055
Meeting ID: 665 806 055
Dial by your location 1-646 876 9923 US (New York)

MOBILE ELECTRONICS DEALER FRIDAY PM MEETING
Friday, March 27 at 6:30 PM
https://zoom.us/j/124970076
Meeting ID: 124 970 076
Dial by your location 1-312-626-6799 or use your computer speakers and mic

From there we will be offering a Webinar Series on subjects that can help us today and into the future, not “who is this manufacturer.”

It is now time to think and react, while being mindful of the situation.

We just want to help.
-Ed Dalesandro

Visit endresultonline.com for more.

Alpine Electronics Now Shipping the R-A90S 6-Channel Amplifier

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AUBURN HILLS, MI (03.26.2020) – Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. is now shipping the R-A90S 6-Channel Amplifier. The R-A90S joins Alpine’s R-Series amplifier lineup that’s matched in both power and performance with the R-Series speakers and subwoofers for a “Loud and Fun” music experience.

All the Power You Need

Customers have grown to love the 5-channel amplifier solution due to its ability to provide total system power from a single amplifier. To add value and versatility to this category, without sacrificing the subwoofer power of a 5-channel, Alpine created a 6-channel amplifier with staggered power that has double the amount of power on the 5th and 6th channel. This allows the amplifier’s final two channels to provide a solid 500 watts to a single subwoofer at 4Ω when in 5-channel mode or 150 watts x 2 at 4Ω to mid-basses in 6-channel mode.

The R-A90S can be used in various layouts including a powerful 3-channel mode (200W x 2 @ 4Ω, 500W x 1 @ 4Ω), a 5-channel mode (75W x 4 @ 4Ω, 500W x 1 @ 4Ω), or utilize its onboard bandpass crossovers to independently power a 3-way component system in 6-channel mode (75W x 4 @ 4Ω, 150W x 4 @ 4Ω).

The result is the most versatile amplifier in its class, as it can act as both a 5-channel amplifier that can single-handedly power a full system as well as a 6-channel amplifier to power a 3-way active front stage. The unique channel layout is also beneficial to the mobile electronic specialist, as they can rely on one amplifier for multiple applications.

Unrivaled Performance

With the highest output in its category, the R-A90S drives power to the sound system to create a big dynamic music range for the listener while maintaining a proper sound stage between the singers and instruments in the music. 

The amplifier’s high damping factor (>500) produces crisp and clear notes, especially at low frequencies. This amplifier has an extremely low phase shift compared to its competitors, which keeps music focused and accurate for the most enjoyable listening experience.

The result is a powerful sound system that produces accurate sound images with minimal phase shift and internal noise throughout the amplifier’s Hi-Res compatible frequency response.

System Compatibility

The R-A90S has input capability to add the RUX-KNOB.2 Remote Bass Control Knob (sold separately). The remote bass knob controls the bass in the subwoofer by adjusting the gain on the amplifier for quick bass adjustments when needed. 

The R-A90S is now shipping for $599.95 and will be available at Alpine Authorized retailers or online at http://www.alpine-usa.com through Crutchfield. Installation options can be found on the Alpine-USA website through the store locator.

Visit alpine-usa.com for more.

Team Nutz Staying Very Busy

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PITTSBURGH, PA (03.25.2020) – Like 12volt retailers across the U.S. Team Nutz daily business operations have been negatively affected greatly.

Ed Nuttall, Team Nutz owner, posted “Effective 3/23/2020, per the state’s direction, our store is now closed unless the repair required on your vehicle is life sustaining or ADS Interlock maintenance required.”

Team Nutz owner Ed Nuttall with the JL Audio DSP demo working live through a VXi amplifier on the display board. 

While the store is officially closed there is much activity going on to prepare Team Nutz to reopen at full speed.

“We are upgrading our in-store displays, attending vendor webinars and working on jobs in the install bay. We now have an active DSP setup on our main display board for a live demonstration for customers. The JL Audio DSP is now working live on a VXi amplifier for all to experience.”

Mike and Tom shown attending a Metra Heise Lighting Davis Distribution webinar in the store on Tuesday morning, March 24th.

Continuing Nuttall offered “On Tuesday morning, yesterday, staff members attended 2 webinars here at the store, The Metra Heise Lighting with Davis Distribution and Honeywell Security presentations were both very informative.”

Team Nutz is available by phone from 9 AM to 5 PM daily for any inquiries for service and sales questions. Drop off is also available by placing keys through the company dropbox on the first garage door.

Team Nutz keeps followers and consumers informed with important posts.

Concluding Nuttall stated “At some point, and we hope sooner than later, the Coronavirus National Emergency will end. We are planning and working for an all out relaunch to make up for the down time.”

Visit teamnutztechnology.com for more.

Join Audio Control for a Live Mobile Audio Webinar, Thursday, March 26th

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SEATTLE, WA (03.25.2020) – AudioControl is set to host a ‘live’ Mobile Audio webinar on Thursday March 26th at 11 am PST.

Matt Palumbo pictured during a previous AudioControl webinar presentation.

Digging deeper into the DM-RTA is the topic of the webinar. The DM-RTA, its feature set and how to use them, will be covered by National Trainer Matt Palumbo and Chris Bennett Director of Mobile Audio.

AudioControl dealers, reps and enthusiasts will all get a better understanding of the DM-RTA and its capabilities. Handy tips and tricks will be highlighted too.

Click HERE to tune in using Zoom.
Click HERE to tune in using Google.
Click HERE to tune in via Facebook.

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This is the second of the AudioControl Mobile Audio webinars presented to provide training to members the 12volt industry as the Coronavirus grips the world and 12volt industry.

Make your plans to join the AudioControl DM-RTA webinar at 11am PST, Thursday March 26th.

Visit audiocontrol.com for more.

Snap and Text an Image to Showcase Your Positive Activities Across the 12Volt Industry

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12VOT CENTRAL STUDIOS (03.25.2020) – See something cool? Snap and Text an image this way. Presto we can showcase your image to the 12volt industry. That’s our STP tool.

Industry members are sending images this way that we are including in daily posts. The world, and 12volt industry, are definitely in uncharted waters with the Coronavirus National Emergency. At the 12volt Central Studios we feel image posts from members across the industry will be very positive.

The Coronavirus has thrown the world, and the 12volt industry, one huge Curveball.

At the 12volt Central Studios we have redoubled our efforts to put fresh, positive information in front of the 12volt industry.

Look forward to hearing from you.

DS18 Offers New Line of Chargers and Power Supplies

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DS18 has a new line of charger that is killing the charging and power supply game. Now they have 3 models to fit your charging needs that provide either 60-amp, 80-amp, and a massive 200-amp power supplies that are also active chargers and maintainers.

These rugged and durable chargers have 3 modes. The first is for maintaining your batteries if they are being stored or your vehicle is parked for prolonged periods of time. The charger sends periodic 14v pulses to the battery to make sure it stays at its recommended resting voltage.

The second is for charging your batteries from a very low charged state. In this state of charging, the unit will keep pulsing either 13.8 or 14.4 pulses until the unit detects that the unit is fully charged and at its normal resting voltage, then from there it will stay in maintenance mode. The last feature and best will be power supply mode. In this mode, the chargers will switch to power supply mode and give either 60 amps, 80 amps, and a whopping 200-amp continuous power.

This mode is perfect for if you are needing extra power that your vehicle cannot provide, or if you are stationary and need a lot of power on demand at any moment or constantly. Whether you need a charger, maintainer, or power supply DS18 has you covered.

BC-60LP – 60 amps MSRP 429.95

BC80L – 80 amps MSRP 549.95

BC200L – 200 amps MSRP 699.95

Visit ds18.com for more.