Can you use a computer power supply for car amp?

Can you use a computer power supply for car amp?

Yes, it’s possible to use a PC computer power supply for powering a car amp. For example, unless you’ve got a higher-power model supply you won’t be able to drive speakers with the same power you could when installed in a car.

How do I give my power supply to speakers?

Your auxiliary cable only takes direct supply to the speaker. So if u want to add power supply, first of all you need to buy an amplifier circuit. Then add a power supply for that amplifier. Then connect the speaker to the amplifier and connect the amplifier to your source ( may be your phone).

Can a laptop charger power a car amp?

If the laptop charger can deliver several amps, you risk blowing/burning the car amplifier, especially if it has no fuse. A2A Quite probably – it might burn out immediately due to over voltage, or run hot. Not a good idea.

How do I connect my computer to an amplifier?

How to Connect a PC to an Audio Amplifier

1. Turn the amplifier and computer off.
2. Locate the PC’s audio connectors.
3. Locate the RCA audio connectors on the back of the amplifier.
4. Turn the amplifier on.
5. Turn the computer on.
6. Play a music selection through your favorite media program.
7. Turn the amplifier and computer off.

What is the voltage of a computer power supply?

approximately 110 volts
The typical PC power supply draws approximately 110 volts of alternating electrical current from the wall outlet, which converts to a much smaller unidirectional flow of electrical current. Alternating current (AC) defines the flow of charge that changes direction periodically.

How do I hook up a car stereo in my house without a power supply?

You need a 12V power cord to use your car stereo power supply for home use, but you can easily get that from a hardware store. Cut the end of the power cord and connect the black wire with the line of white around the stereo’s red and yellow wires. Make sure every wire is completely covered before you plug it in.

How many amps does a car need?

400 to 600 amps will be more than enough to jump-start any normal, consumer vehicle. Commercial vehicles may require up to 1500 or 2000 amps. Compact and small vehicles can be boosted with as little as 150 amps.

Do computer speakers need to be powered?

Most such speakers have an internal amplifier and consequently require a power source, which may be by a mains power supply often via an AC adapter, batteries, or a USB port. Most computers have speakers of low power and quality built in; when external speakers are connected they disable the built-in speakers.

Do active speakers need an amplifier?

Powered speakers do not need an amplifier. They have an amplifier already installed in them which is why they are called ‘powered speakers’ to begin with. Depending on the speakers’ input options, you can hook them up to different audio sources without the need for a separate amplifier.

How do I get digital audio output from my computer?

Connecting digital powered speakers

1. Connect a digital audio coaxial or optical cable to a Digital Audio Out connector on the back of your PC.
2. Connect the digital audio coaxial or optical cable to the speakers.
3. Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the speaker documentation.
4. Turn on the speaker system.

How can I increase the power output of my amplifier?

The best solution is to convert a computer power supply (CPS) to work at 12v DC and deliver high amounts of amperage. This is the most effective and possibly also the simplest way to get your amplifier working at full capacity.

What is the difference between a computer power supply and amplifier?

A computer power supply unit provides much more power and if you overload it, then it automatically shuts itself down. A normal power supply can provide 12 volts at 19 Amperes (figure quoted from a HP dc5100 MT Computer) which is exactly what most Car Audio amplifiers need.

What power supply do I need for a car audio amplifier?

A normal power supply can provide 12 volts at 19 Amperes (figure quoted from a HP dc5100 MT Computer) which is exactly what most Car Audio amplifiers need. The yellow cable from a computer power supply usually provides the 12 Volts.

How do you fix an amplifier that wont turn on?

Plug in the power supply to run the amplifier. Reconnect the power supply to your wall outlet and turn on the power switch. Check the amplifier to see if the power light turns on so you know it’s working properly. Try playing music through the speakers with your phone or another audio device to see how well it works.