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Old 12-20-2005, 06:17 PM
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Default What does GALA stand for? Is it an acronym?

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What's the derivation AND definition.

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Old 12-21-2005, 07:25 AM
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Default Graduated Audio Level Adjustment

It turns up the audio volume as you go faster to account for cabin noise.
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Default Thanks. That makes it sound like a very simple signal. Why is it critical for an RSN-E input?

Is it an encoded signal? On/Off Signal? Linear signal? Does it tell the radio exactly how fast you are going?

I've read through TeddyBGame's and others' posts about upgrading to RSN-E. Everyone talks about splicing into the GALA wire. I'd rather splice nothing if I can get away with it. I just don't know what else this signal is used for.

Thanks in advance for any other info you might share.
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Default It tells the headunit how fast the vehicle is moving. It is critical for the RNS-E because...

The RNS-E uses the vehicle speed to move the indicator on the navigation map. The unit does not synchronize with the GPS satellites fast enough to move the indicator properly.

The RNS-E also uses the speed signal for GALA functions... to adjust your audio volume with speed.

I strongly suggest that you make this connection for proper navigation operation. You don't want to be missing a turn because your position is lagging behind. The connection is easy to make if you're slightly handy with tools.
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So a bit of dead reckoning to help the GPS. Alright...I'd do it.
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Default a lil' more info here

<ul><li><a href="https://www.audiworld.com/tech/elec21.shtml">https://www.audiworld.com/tech/elec21.shtml</a</li></ul>
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