MATCH UP 8BMW Mk2

"M-Power" for your BMW hi-fi sound system
The MATCH UP 8BMW MK2 is the plug & play "M-Package" for BMW hi-fi sound systems: It combines a powerful 8-channel Class GD amplifier with an integrated 9-channel DSP and delivers power and dynamics for an impressive hi-fi upgrade - with OEM-like, clean integration in the vehicle. Designed for BMW E & F models and G30 / G31 (pre-facelift) with hi-fi sound system (option 676), it is installed in the original installation location using the supplied plug & play connection cable and a BMW-specific installation solution.

In the MK2 generation, the concept has been specifically developed further and, with USB-C port and Extension Card 2.0 slot, brings important updates for contemporary and expandable system integration. As the centerpiece of a scalable BMW upgrade concept, the UP 8BMW MK2 can be ideally combined with other MATCH BMW components and HELIX COMPOSE loudspeakers.

Seamless connection and powerful performance in a compact format
For connection to existing factory systems, the UP 8BMW MK2 offers six high-level inputs for tapping OEM loudspeaker signals (including ADEP.3 for safe operation with many factory radios) as well as an additional optical digital input for integrating digital sources.

Eight amplifier channels are available on the output side, including 6 x 65 watts RMS @ 4 Ω and two power channels for subwoofers or powerful woofers with 2 x 90 / 160 watts RMS @ 4 / 2 Ω - in combination with 9 processed DSP channels for precise signal processing and flexible sound tuning.

The UP 8BMW MK2 thus combines performance and connectivity in a compact, space-saving design and gains additional expandability in the MK2 generation: The new Extension Card 2.0 slot is used, a revised extension system with a screw-fastened plastic cover and cross-series compatibility. This allows the system integration to be expanded modularly as required, for example with Bluetooth® HD or additional analog or digital inputs. The USB-C port also ensures modern access via the DSP PC tool.

ACO - Advanced 32 Bit CoProcessor platform
The UP 8BMW MK2 is of course equipped with the proprietary 32-bit ACO platform - this not only handles all control tasks ultra-fast, but above all offers a whole bundle of audio functions: Fantastic sound effects such as Augmented Bass Processing or RealCenter are implemented as well as a channel-separated Input EQ including Advanced Input Signal Analyzer (AISA) for easy analysis and compensation of input signals from OE radios, which already include a sound setup ex works.

DSP PC-Tool 6 feat. TuneEQ - Powerful features for the ultimate sound experience
Of course, the MATCH UP 8BMW MK2 can be configured using our professional and exceptionally intuitive DSP PC-Tool 6. The familiar, numerous setting options leave nothing to be desired and guarantee extremely precise sound adjustment even with complex system configurations. And thanks to the new, proprietary TuneEQ 2.0 and the TuneToTarget function for automated frequency response correction, you also save a lot of time when tuning the sound.

Virtual Channel Processing - how signal routing works today
Optimum adaptation to existing multi-channel sound systems requires sensible management and configuration of the many DSP channels in the amplifier. Especially when the front, rear and center systems are divided into different active multi-way systems, conventional routing concepts quickly reach their limits in terms of implementation and operability. The multi-stage "Virtual Channel Processing", in conjunction with the recognized user-friendly DSP PC-Tool software, makes it possible to easily map even highly complex system configurations and freely assign our proprietary FX sound features.

Features

· Highly efficient 8-channel plug & play upgrade amplifier with integrated 9-channel 64-bit DSP for significantly more power and dynamics in music playback

· Specially developed for BMW E & F and G30 / G31 (pre-facelift) models with BMW HiFi sound system (option 676 without RAM)

· Easy and seamless connection to the original installation location using the enclosed plug & play connection cable and BMW-specific mounting plate*

· Can be perfectly combined with MATCH UPGRADE components for BMW vehicles such as subwoofers, 2-way system & center speakers as well as HELIX COMPOSE speakers

· ACO - Advanced 32 Bit CoProcessor platform for system and DSP features:
- AISA (Advanced Signal Input Analyzer) and InputEQ for easy analysis and correction of input signals
- DLC (Dynamic Loudness Control) and RTC (Remote Tone Control) for volume-dependent dynamic adjustment of highs and lows
- Proprietary TuneEQ function for automated adjustment of the input, virtual and output equalizers
- SFX sound effects - Augmented Bass Processing, RealCenter & Co.

· Stabilized Output Power technology (SOP Max) for permanently stable output power - consistently full performance regardless of the operating voltage

· Extension Card 2.0 slot for integrating additional interfaces such as Bluetooth® HD Audio, additional analog inputs or future signal sources

· Optical SPDIF input with a sampling rate between 12 and 96 kHz

· Mono RCA output for connecting additional amplifiers, e.g. a subwoofer amplifier such as the MATCH UP 1FX

· Compact, future-proof SCP (Smart Control Port) for connecting remote controls and other accessories

· Start-stop-capable power supply unit down to 6 volts supply voltage

· Simple configuration via intuitive DSP PC-Tool 6 software incl. VCP (Virtual Channel Processing) and TuneEQ

*Mounting plate not suitable for 1-series E models

Special features

· Class GD technology
Audiotec Fischer's unique Class GD concept combines the advantages of Class G technology with the principle of a Class D amplifier, resulting in an unusually high efficiency that surpasses that of conventional Class D amplifiers. The Class GD concept demonstrates its advantages at low and medium levels by varying the internal supply voltage of the power stages in stages depending on the amplitude of the input signal. This drastically reduces the average power loss generated by the amplifier.

· ACO - Advanced 32 Bit CoProcessor
The ACO platform (Advanced CoProcessor) handles all control and communication tasks within the DSP system. It ensures extremely fast system start-ups, lightning-fast switching between up to ten sound setups and smooth, delay-free data communication with the DSP PC-Tool software.

In addition, ACO forms the basis for numerous additional functions - including our SFX sound effects such as "Augmented Bass Processing" and "RealCenter", functions such as Dynamic Loudness Control (DLC) and Remote Tone Control (RTC) as well as a channel-separated input EQ with integrated Advanced Input Signal Analyzer (AISA) for simple analysis and correction of input signals that already include factory equalization. ACO therefore stands for maximum performance, flexibility and future-proofing.

· Intelligent high-level input ADEP.3
Modern, factory-fitted car radios are becoming increasingly intelligent in terms of diagnosing the connected speakers. The latest generation in particular is equipped with additional monitoring functions so that error messages or even malfunctions can occur if an additional amplifier is connected. The ADEP.3 circuit (generation 3) meets the latest requirements of modern OEM car radios and ensures error-free integration. Controlled via the ACO platform, the system is designed to be future-proof and can react flexibly to future changes in the diagnostic systems of factory radios. This ensures maximum compatibility with almost all OE radios - without any unnecessary load on the speaker outputs at high levels.

· Power save mode
The power save mode is used to reduce the power consumption of the amplifier (and any additional connected amplifiers) if no music signal is detected for a certain period of time.
If the power save mode is activated, the internal amplifier stages and the remote output switch off automatically. If a music signal is then present again, the device returns to normal operation within approx. 2 seconds.
The switch-off delay can be varied or completely deactivated using the DSP PC-Tool software.

· Start-stop capability
The power supply unit in the MATCH UP 8BMW MK2 amplifier ensures the internal power supply even in the event of short-term dips down to 6 volts. This ensures that the amplifier remains fully functional even when the engine is started.

DSP features

· TuneEQ
TuneEQ is an extremely flexible and particularly easy-to-use function for automated frequency response correction. A single measurement per respective audio channel or channel pair with a suitable measuring microphone (such as our AMI Tuning Kit) is sufficient for TuneEQ to adjust the equalizers independently and precisely to the desired reference curve. TuneEQ uses the entire range of functions of the parametric equalizer, including the mid frequency, the Q factor and the gain. And because the highly complex computing operations required for this run in the background, you also save a lot of time when tuning the sound with TuneEQ.

· RealCenter
The "RealCenter" function is a proprietary algorithm from Audiotec Fischer that emphasizes the monaural information of the left and right front channels to create a unique center signal. In contrast to conventional methods, where only the channels are summed up, the center signal is also dynamically controlled by the stereophonic information content of the left and right channels. This means that the center channel does not play back a signal if only the left or only the right channel delivers an audio signal. With conventional algorithms, the center channel would only be 6 dB quieter in this case. Audiotec Fischer's "RealCenter" therefore enables a unique, wide-ranging soundstage - and this is optimal for both driver and front passenger! The disadvantages of a conventional center channel, such as an intrusive, narrow spatial sound presentation, are finally a thing of the past.

· Augmented Bass Processing
Audiotec Fischer's proprietary "Augmented Bass Processing", consisting of two revolutionary sound features: "Dynamic Bass Enhancement" and "SubXpander". These have been specially developed to dramatically improve the bass response of subwoofers.
"Dynamic Bass Enhancement" ingeniously combines maximum low bass foundation and high maximum sound pressure - regardless of the type of music you are listening to or the sound settings on the radio. Depending on the input signal, "Dynamic Bass Enhancement" boosts the lower frequency range on the one hand and varies the cut-off frequency of the subsonic filter on the other. The result is a much more powerful, deeper bass reproduction at low and medium volumes without running the risk of mechanically or electrically overloading the subwoofer at high volumes. The bass performance that is suddenly possible is simply fascinating.
If you want the bass range to be a little deeper and "blacker", you can also activate the "SubXpander". This adds subharmonic tones to the fundamental tones in the frequency range between 50 and 100 Hz.


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