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Ambient Sensor Input Process

The automatic amplifier includes a processing circuit for the ambient sensor input. When the temperature detected by the ambient sensor increases quickly, the processing circuit allows the auto amp. to recognize an ambient temperature increase of only 0.2° C (0.4° F) per 100 seconds.
As an example, consider stopping for a cup of coffee after high speed driving. Even though the actual ambient temperature has not changed, the temperature detected by the ambient sensor will increase because heat radiated from the engine compartment can radiate to the front grille area (where the ambient sensor is located).