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Scosche LOC80 2-channel line output converter

Item # 142LOC80

Scosche's LOC80 line output converter allows you to connect a receiver with no preamp outputs to an amplifier...

Scosche's LOC80 line output converter allows you to connect a receiver with no preamp outputs to an amplifier...

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About the Scosche LOC80

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Scosche's LOC80 line output converter allows you to connect a receiver with no preamp outputs to an amplifier without speaker-level inputs. The LOC80 handles a speaker-level signal up to 80 watts RMS per channel, and converts it to a line-level signal you can plug into your amp's input.

Scosche's LOC80 line output converter allows you to connect a receiver with no preamp outputs to an amplifier without speaker-level inputs. The LOC80 handles a speaker-level signal up to 80 watts RMS per channel, and converts it to a line-level signal you can plug into your amp's input.

The LOC80 reduces the incoming speaker-level signals so you can use a stereo RCA patch cable (not included) to make the connection to your amp. The converter features adjustable gain settings on each channel, and it's compatible with almost any car stereo. Dimensions: 2-1/2"W x 1-1/16"H x 3-15/16"D. Warranty: 90 days.

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  • Lineout converter
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Overview: The Scosche LOC-80 is a passive device that allows most car stereos to be connected to an amplifier or EQ booster by converting the high-level speaker outputs of the car stereo into a low-level preamp signal (RCA jacks).

Installation: You can use the Scosche LOC-80 whenever you wish to add an amplifier or EQ booster to a car stereo that is not equipped with RCA (low-level) outputs. By simply connecting the speaker inputs of the LOC-80 to the speaker outputs of the car stereo, you can now add an amplifier or EQ booster to your vehicle's audio system.

  • Speaker Inputs: The attached speaker level input wires are 4-3/4" long. Connect the left (+) speaker wire of your car stereo to the white wire of the LOC-80 and connect the left (-) speaker wire to the white/black wire of the LOC-80. Then connect the right (+) speaker wire to the gray wire of the LOC-80 and connect the right (-) speaker wire to the gray/black wire of the LOC-80.
  • RCA Outputs: Connect the RCA output jacks of the LOC-80 to the RCA inputs of your amplifier or EQ booster (Red = Right, White = Left).

Note: Double check all connections and test the sound system. The wiring colors of the LOC-80 may be different from the wiring colors found on your car stereo.

Output Level Adjustment: The Scosche Car Stereo Speaker Level Converter is equipped with output level controls that can be adjusted for proper sound level matching. This done by inserting a small flat-blade or phillips-head screwdriver into the gain adjustment holes, located on top of the LOC-80. by turning clockwise, the gain for that individual channel, or the amount of sound allowed to pass through the LOC-80 is increased. By turning counterclockwise, the gain for that individual channels is decreased. If you feel that after increasing the volume of your stereo, the sound is too quiet, then equally increase both the left and right gains of the LOC-80until the sound level is adequate. If the sound level is too loud with only a slight increase in stereo volume, or distortion (poor sound quality) is noticeable, then equally decrease the gains of the LOC-80.

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22 questions already asked

Q
I don't see any specs on the website. all I see is max input wattage. specs?
ian  Dec 22, 2021
1 answer
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There are no listed rms power handling specs, but a good rule of thumb is to keep the power ratings below 25 watts rms per channel.
joaquin  Dec 30, 2021
Q
Can this unit be used for home audio dual subwoofer application from my integrated amp? My subwoofer is rated at 250watts each as i saw this is rated at 80watts.
tjbhuler75  Oct 04, 2021
1 answer
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Technically this can work as long as the home receiver is not exceeding its watts limit. We offer a different converter that works with more home gear watts: www.crutchfield.com/p_543ADP12/item.html
jason  Oct 10, 2021 (Staff)
Q
If i want to leave original stereo and speakers as is because its an older impala sound is great looks like a small amplifier mounted in trunk i just wanna add a kicker sub with build in amplifier i have power wire but what do i need to connect to factory stereo ? Or is it possible to connect to amp already in trunk ?
bigd14  Feb 06, 2020
2 answers
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You can use this device to tap into the positive and negative of a speaker from the right and left, either the front or rear doesn't matter. Use a speaker map which will show you what color wires are in your factory system. Then all you need are RCA cables to connect to your amplifier.
cheyne  Mar 10, 2020
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Hi Daniel! Thank you for your question. You can use this converter to tap into the factory rear channel speaker wire, to add in your powered subwoofer. Once this is installed, you will be able to connect your subwoofer via RCA to this converter, and receive a stronger signal to your powered sub. If you would like to go over this product in more detail, feel free to chat with an Advisor online or by phone at 1-800-324-9695. They will be happy to help.
jessica  Mar 10, 2020 (Staff)
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Do 2015 Kia Rio Uno come with a factory subwoofer and amp?
kendal  Dec 22, 2018
1 answer
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Most vehicles dont, unless you request it. If they do come through factory it'll be something small. If they are equipped with a sound system it'll usually be BOSE
jose  Dec 31, 2018
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I have a LOC-80 and hooked it up to my rear speaker channels to connect a 2 channel amp (150W per chanell rms to 6x9s). When ever I turn the volume past 50% the sound cuts completely. I cant immagine my old 2002 OEM radio outputs more than 80W rms a channel. Any tips or is it just a bad converter?
wincie  May 09, 2018
1 answer
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If you purchased the product from Crutchfield, feel free to contact our Tech Support team. They can walk you through the settings on the product and see if there may be a fix. Our toll-free Tech Support number is printed on your invoice, and is also available under the "My Orders" tab in the "My Account" section of our website. If you did not purchase the unit from Crutchfield, then you may want to contact the manufacturer.
kristina  May 22, 2018 (Staff)
Q
do i still need to wire a remote turn on to my amp or will this device tell my amp when to turn on?
rickey  Oct 11, 2017
2 answers
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This device sends the remote signal
adam  Oct 12, 2017
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There are no switch contacts on this device, just the line output.
arthur  Oct 12, 2017
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I want to connect my swans bluetooth surround speakers to my av receiver? Will this help and how?
rajeev  Aug 14, 2017
1 answer
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If your receiver is a fairly recent one you should be able to accomplish Bluetooth pairing between it and your Bluetooth speakers without any physical wire connection. Your receiver owner's manual might be a help with this. I got the unit you're asking about to try a kind of way-out scheme of adding inputs to an old receiver. This little adapter is set up electronically for CAR stereo DC power (not made real clear by Crutchfield) and would not work with indoor AC equipment.
mark s.  Aug 20, 2017
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I have speakers mounted in my basement ceiling and I'm trying to connect the speaker wires to back of my TV (RCA). Does this work for that ?
chitown  Jan 23, 2017
2 answers
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You need an amplifier to power your speakers. Run the tv sound to the amp and connect the speakers to it. Not super expensive if you get a basic amp
jonathan  Sep 26, 2019
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(Line out converter)This product is intended to splice ur car audio receiver output wires(line out) to get signal into ?? an rca amplifier output. The internal components will not allow the signal to be reversed from rca to wire(line). In addition the tv does not have power to drive the ceiling speakers.
ruben  Jan 26, 2017
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I have a stereo with RCA sockets and extra speakers that use standard wire. Will I lose sound volume by connecting them with this?
tom  Jan 04, 2017
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Unless I'm misreading your question. It will not work. This is for adding rca socket to a stereo that doesn't have them. As in adding an amp to a stock headunit.
matthew  Jan 05, 2017
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Will not lose sound volume just won't have the ability to turn the amp up through the head unit (subwoofer level) only with rear level (if tapped to rear speakers)
zane  Jan 04, 2017
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I want to connect my amp (amplified, wired output) to a powered sound bar to be used as a center channel. Will this allow the connection and not over power the sound bar? Assuming the gain control can be lowered to accomplish this?
kara  Jun 07, 2016
1 answer
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We do not recommend using a line output converter to connect a powered sound bar to the amplified outputs of a home theater receiver. Powered sound bars are designed to be connected directly to the audio output of your TV or external video source(s). They have built-in amplification so, they do not need to be connected to a receiver/amplifier like a passive (non-powered) speaker. I hope that helps. My Bio: http://www.crutchfield.com/Support/Bio.aspx?bio=5
ryan  Jun 10, 2016 (Staff)
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The image doesn't show it but does it also include a blue remote output to turn on amp? Does it also require a power and ground?
paul  Mar 07, 2016
1 answer
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This item is for the speaker connections only. The leads for amp/power/ground would be in the separate harness that connects to the receiver. For details on installation please contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and give you the details on what you will need for an installation.
kenneth  Mar 07, 2016 (Staff)
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Will this adapter allow for receiver volume control? (I want the receiver volume knob to control volume of speaker; right now active speaker-rca cord-receiver connection has speaker volume knobs changing volume)
joe  Dec 30, 2015
2 answers
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Yes this product worked for me was able to use receiver for volume control. Hope I am understanding your question correctly and my answer helps.
chad  Jan 04, 2016
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If you tap the factory amplified speaker leads to provide the signal to the converter, yes, you should be able to adjust the volume from the in-dash stereo. I hope that helps!
ryan  Jan 01, 2016 (Staff)
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I have 1 line level device I need to connect. On my amp's speaker output, can I keep my speakers connected and connect this device in parallel with them? Will this drop the impedance and create problems for my amp if I keep both connected? Or must I disconnect my speakers and only connect this device?
anthony  Dec 14, 2015
2 answers
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This device merely takes the signal so there is little to no drop in output.
joaquin  Dec 30, 2021
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they will work in conjunction with each other and it will drop the level slightly but most likely not noticeable difference at all as I didn't did same thing with mine and no diffrent was herd but I do have quality products with good song feeds to tap into and Jensen special might be diffrent but ya never know
patrick  Dec 14, 2015
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I want to use this with only 1 channel from my existing stock sub .. I am wondering if i can just hook the 2 negative ( from loc) to the negative sub wire and the same with positive. So to be more descriptive.. 2 channel loc has 2 neg and 2 pos inputs. my stock sub wire.. positive lead goes to both positives on LOC and the same with negative.. will this work?
alina  Jul 17, 2015
1 answer
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I forwarded your question to an Advisor and they responded with the following: Since the line output converter is designed to receive both a left and a right signal, I would advise against connecting it that way. Also, if you are planning to add a full-range amp to the system, getting a signal from only the sub will limit the frequencies you are able to send the new amplifier. If you would like to discuss further you can contact an Advisor directly by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat.
kristina  Jul 29, 2015 (Staff)
Q
How to hook up scosche LOC80 into a 2003 Saturn vue?
topher  May 31, 2015
1 answer
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If you purchased the product from Crutchfield, feel free to contact our Tech Support team. Our toll-free Tech Support number is printed on your invoice, and is also available under the "My Orders" tab in the "My Account" section of our website. If you did not purchase the unit from Crutchfield, then you may want to contact the manufacturer. You can also post your question in our forums: http://community.crutchfield.com. Or try our online support center: http://crutchfield.custhelp.com/app/answers/list/kw/.
kristina  May 31, 2015 (Staff)
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Were do i wire it in at. I have a 2014 ram 2500 with the alpine headunit ?
larry  Mar 08, 2015
1 answer
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For details on fit or installation please contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and give you the details on if this will fit and what you will need for an installation in your vehicle.
kristina  Mar 09, 2015 (Staff)
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I'm likely going to wire this to the rear speakers to drive a mono-sub amplifier, and would like to have both channels contribute (so if the bass is in the right channel, I don't want to wire the sub to the left channel and miss out). Does this converter have diodes on the channels so if I was to use a splitter off the output they wouldn't cause interference with each other? Hopefully this is an understandable scenario.
joseph  Jul 18, 2014
2 answers
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I used this product in a 2015 Kia Soul with the factory base radio. I wired it into the rear speaker wires going to a powered subwoofer. Have had no problems so far. Works very well.
douglas e  Aug 21, 2015
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I used it to hook up subs in a factory radio set up. I am running two 10s on a mono amp and it works fine.
john r  Jul 19, 2014
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I have a home stereo with a built in AMP. I am trying to add a wireless Polk Audio subwoofer that has it's own amp built in to the speaker box. The wireless device that you would normally attach the the speaker output on the Stereo for the woofer will not function, and I believe it is because the output AMPS from the stereo is to much and keeps tripping a "breaker" in the wireless device. So, I am looking for something that will downgrade the Stereo output from AMP'ed to normal. Is this the product I could use between the Stereo out put and wireless device?
anthony  May 09, 2014
3 answers
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It depends on the output of the subwoofer line into the wireless sender. The product overview says it can handle 80-Watts per channel. There are other, more expensive options available that can handle higher inputs. The AudioControl LC2i can handle 400-Watts RMS input.
kelly  Feb 09, 2016
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I don't think so. This is not a wireless device of any kind. It's a line output convertor for car audio, to add RCA outputs to line-level audio signal (for adding amplifiers, etc.).
thomas j  May 10, 2014
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This is the subwoofer I have PSWi-8M
anthony  May 09, 2014
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I have a 2005 Ford Fusion with the 6cd changer, I'm just curious where the rear speakers wire are, so I can connect them from the trunk and save me the trouble of having to connect it to the stock radio?
chad daily  Jan 11, 2014
1 answer
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For details on fit or installation please contact an Advisor by phone or online chat. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and should be able to give you the details.
jeff  Jan 12, 2014 (Staff)
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