For decades, automobile manufacturers have installed relatively large rear speakers in their vehicles. The stereotype of a set of 6×9 speakers sitting on the parcel shelf of a Monte Carlo is as “car audio” as it gets. As the industry has evolved, the importance of rear speakers has diminished. Are rear speakers necessary? Do they […]
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What is Bluetooth?
If you have been around the mobile electronics industry for any amount of time, you will know that certain terms are often used incorrectly. One term that has been over-abused lately is Bluetooth. Product manufacturers, retailers and consumers have developed an expectation of what Bluetooth is, and what it does. Sadly, those expectations can lead […]
When it Comes to Subwoofer Specifications, Some Numbers Don’t Matter
If you are a mobile electronics enthusiast like we are, then it’s quite possible that you enjoy reading product specifications. You can learn a lot about the design and application of a product from the specs. Amplifier power ratings are probably the most popular specs, but there are a lot more. One product specification that […]
Basics of OEM Integration in Your Newer Vehicle
Installing a mobile audio system involves much more than just hooking up some wires and driving in a few screws. Almost all vehicle manufacturers have realized that some amount of audio system tuning will dramatically improve their customers’ experience. When you decide it’s time to upgrade your factory audio system, we need to take into […]
How a Dash Camera Will Benefit You Daily
California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell offers a variety of dash camera solutions. These compact video recording devices mount discretely to the top of your windshield and start recording automatically as soon as you start your car. Let’s look at the details of how a dashcam works and at some of the products we […]
Why are Speakers Different Sizes?
When you head to your local mobile electronics specialist in search of new speakers, there are a few criteria to keep in mind. Choosing a speaker size can go one of two ways: You can pick something that fits a specific mounting location or you can choose based on the characteristics of the speaker relative […]
One-way vs. Two-way vs. Smartphone-controlled Remote Start Systems
Most people have heard of a remote car starter that starts your vehicle with a touch of a button, but what about smartphone-controlled remote start systems? Since 1990, California Car Sounds and Tint has been installing remote starts. As vehicles have evolved, so has remote starter technology. In the Early Years Starting your car with […]
Why Buy A Bigger Amplifier?
When an audio enthusiast goes shopping for an amplifier, the question of “how much power do I need?” comes up almost every time. There are a few factors to take into consideration when answering this question. This article looks at those factors and provides some technical background to help support your decision. Why Do We […]
Remote Starter Range is More Important Than You Think
At California Car Sound and Tint in Campbell, California, we have been installing remote car starters since 1990. Keeping your car cool in the summer and warm in the winter aren’t the only features today’s customers are looking for – remote starter range has also become very important. First Time Owning a Remote Starter You […]
What Is An MP3 File?
You cannot have talked about audio and computers any time in the last 15 years and not have heard of an MP3 file. MP3 audio files and websites, like the original Napster, started a shift in where, how and when people acquired music. If you are on the older end of the spectrum, like many […]