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May 15, 2015 | 01:35 PM

KrakkyDoo

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Head Unit question

I bought a Sony MEX4000bt for my FLHT. After some reading I see that it is a 2v pre amp output. Is this a deal breaker? Should I return it and buy something that has more?

Thanks for the help.

May 15, 2015 | 02:10 PM

BlackPearl#1

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Originally Posted by KrakkyDoo

I bought a Sony MEX4000bt for my FLHT. After some reading I see that it is a 2v pre amp output. Is this a deal breaker? Should I return it and buy something that has more?

Thanks for the help.

Decision is up to you but I and others here will say the same. I went from 2 to 5 V pre amp output and it makes a difference for sure. This only my experience and opinion.
Kris

May 15, 2015 | 02:25 PM

KrakkyDoo

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anything else to look for in a head unit aside from features that I want?

May 15, 2015 | 02:59 PM

haze324

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3 things I've found make difference.

4-5v pre amp

HPF that goes down to at least 80 with slope it db settings

Sound reconstruction or DM+ for Sony.

May 15, 2015 | 05:28 PM

Marks57

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Do you guys only use the water proof cover in a wet environment? Also, do you remove the HU's face so it's inoperable when it's parked?

May 15, 2015 | 06:27 PM

SBates08

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Originally Posted by Marks57

Do you guys only use the water proof cover in a wet environment? Also, do you remove the HU's face so it's inoperable when it's parked?

Yes and No.

2010 Limited with some stuff

May 15, 2015 | 07:11 PM

Gliden

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My biketronics head-unit cover won't stay on when the bike is running. It vibrates and pops right out. I keep it in the bag in case I'm overnight someplace and it rains.