To build a car audio system, you need a "source unit", a device that reads music signals from the media. In recent years, the options are increasing. In this special feature, we are considering what to choose from them. This time, we focus on the "fourth option" following the DIN -sized vehicle, smartphone, and DAP. In addition, the special feature is composed of articles by interviewing famous car audio pro shops nationwide. This time, I asked for a teaching to "Wave Toport" in Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture. I asked a lot of helpful stories. Please read carefully. ◆ There is an audio PC that is optimally changed for in -vehicle use!? This time, close up a “source unit” dedicated to the vehicle that is not a DIN size. There are two types of products to be featured. One is Oriospec's "Canarino (Canalino) 12V-MK2", and the other is AT-HRP5 by Audio Technica. First, we asked Mr. Yamamoto of "Wave Toport" about the former. Well, what is this? "" Canarino12V-MK2 "is an audio PC for in-vehicle. Even in home audio, when trying to listen to download files such as high-resolution sound sources, audio PCs are often used as source units. "Canarino12V-MK2" has been changed to a specification suitable for in-vehicle use based on home audio PCs. In addition, SSD is installed inside "Canarino12V-MK2". The sound source accumulates and regenerates there. The audio output can be digitally out, so it has a high affinity with "DSP". I often introduce this machine. I often recommended "DAP", but I still feel that it is difficult to operate while driving. In that regard, "Canarino12V". -MK2] is easy to see because the operation can be performed with an iPad or other tablet (or smartphone). It is necessary to devise how to fix the tablet, but if you can clear it, it is easier to use than "DAP". I think "◆ Designed specialized in music playback, high sound quality! I was told more detail about "Canarino12V-MK2". "" Canarino12V-MK2 "is a PC, but it is a product specializing in music playback, so it is designed for sound quality and has high sound quality. The monitor can be a noise source. Also, because it is connected by Wi-Fi with a tablet that becomes a control unit, noise does not enter through the cable. Price approaching the high-end "DAP". Exclusive price: 260,000 yen), but I think that the sound quality performance is comparable to them. I personally prefer the sound of "Canarino12V-MK2". You can enjoy the sound. In addition, it is also attractive that you can customize various places because it is a PC. You can add more memory and change music player software to your favorite one. For those who want to create your own system. "Canarino12V-MK2" is worth the fun. In addition, the installation location is a candidate under the seat. I think that it can be stored in many models in size. It's good. By the way, if you think about the sound, I think it is better to install it near "DSP". Because the cable can be shortened. There is no other special precautions on the installation. Because it is designed on the premise, it is okay to handle it in the same way as other car audio devices. Power wiring does not have much power consumption, so I don't think it is necessary to "fix it". We are devising power supply wiring in our shop, but it is OK without drawing directly from the battery. "◆ If you want both sound and operability, there is a model that can be a powerful candidate!? I was told about the AT-HRP5 HI-RES media player of audio technica. "" AT-HRP5 "is a digital media player exclusively for in-vehicle. In our shop, we often recommend it. It is because the sound is good and the operability is high. Project information such as the song name is reflected on the monitor on the in-vehicle aircraft. The operation is performed with a dedicated remote control. This remote control is quite excellent. The main operations can be performed only by the sense of the fingertips, that is, without looking at the hand. This is a great merit. The price is 9. This is a fairly expensive item because it is 10,000 yen (excluding tax), but it does not take over the "DAP" in the same price range in terms of sound quality performance, so that it can play video files and operability. Considering the comprehensive power that includes it, I think it is rather exceeded. The advantage is that the file format is highly supported. You can also play a wide range of high -spec high -resolution sound sources. It is also rich in priouts. It is also a feature. Digital out is equipped with optical digital, coaxial digital, USB, and three systems, so you can directly connect digital with "DSP". In addition, it also has analog audio output. You can connect to the external power amplifier directly to the external power amplifier, or you can use the analog in the AV integrated navigation system. It is compact so there is no problem with the installation location. Most models can be installed under the seat. . And there is little power consumption, so there is no need to go straight. If you want to balance sound and operability, we think that this aircraft can be a powerful candidate. If you are nearby, please feel free to come. Please give me more detailed explanations about these, and "Canarino12V-MK2" is a demo car, and "AT-HRP5" is a demo board. . We look forward to your visit. "
