Active Noise Cancellation Operation
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The main components of the Active Noise Cancellation system are:
- 3 microphones in the vehicle headliner: one above each front seating position, and another above the right side of the second row seat.
- A discrete engine speed (RPM) signal from the engine control module to the amplifier
- Active Noise Cancellation electronics and software integrated into the audio amplifier
- the vehicle speaker system, connected to the amplifier, to output the desired cancellation frequencies
The Active Noise Cancellation system is operational under the following conditions:
- The amplifier has passed all self diagnostic checks
- All doors/liftgate are closed
- Battery voltage is between 9.5 V and 16 V
- The vehicle cabin temperature is less than 140°F (60°C)
- Engine speed is between 550 and 3000 RPM