What we do:
Amplifiers
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Amplifiers make the difference between an audio system that’s just “OK” and one that makes you want
to take the long way home. While all stereo systems have some sort of an amplifier in them, most are
poor substitutes for a purpose built separate amplifier. Even name brand “premium” factory audio
systems suffer from inadequate and poor quality amplification. To fully appreciate your music, you need
the benefits that an amplifier provides. An amplifier from Foss Audio & Tint will help your system sound
far more realistic and achieve higher levels of output.
Amplifiers come in many varieties for different applications. Physical size can be as small as the palm of
your hand to as large as a surfboard! Amplifiers can have features suited to specific applications for
instance a mono/bass amplifier that may have 1 channel dedicated solely to running a subwoofer.
Features common to subwoofer amplifiers may include a subsonic filter that keeps extremely low and
damaging bass frequencies from being reproduced, and many come with a “bass knob” that allows you
to adjust the bass level without digging through a menu in your radio. Most all subwoofer amplifiers use
a circuit topology called “Class D”. Mistakenly called digital, this type of topology is the most efficient in
use today, and results in lower current draw, smaller chassis sizes and less heat production versus other
topologies.
There are also other topologies including Class A and Class AB. These types of amplifiers are believed to
offer the best sound quality although full range Class D designs have made large strides in the sound
quality department of late. For a given power rating a Class AB amplifier may be physically larger and
less efficient that a similar Class D amplifier.
Amplifiers can also be very complex having multiple channels that are capable of powering an entire
audio system. These amps may also have sophisticated digital signal processing, abbreviated DSP, that
can accomplish all sorts of system wizardry including adjusting crossover points, system levels, signal
delay (also referred to as time alignment), current draw, summing of signals from the factory system,
and much more. It’s possible to upgrade your factory system with this sort of amplifier and have the
installation done in a stealth fashion so that the vehicle appears entirely unaltered. Foss Audio & Tint
are experts at the installation and set-up of these high tech amplifiers.
Regardless of budget or system requirements there’s an amplifier to fit your needs. Foss Audio & Tint
offers amplifiers for as little as $99.99 to up to $15,000!
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Subwoofers
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If you’re not familiar with what a subwoofer can do for your system you are missing out on one of the
true joys of car audio! A subwoofer provides a foundation for your music, delivering the lowest
frequencies that provide a depth and weight to your music. Even the best component speakers cannot
reproduce the frequencies that a subwoofer is capable of delivering. Many times your main speakers
are mounted in the door or the dashboard. While those locations are fine for midrange and high
frequency information they are not optimum for reproducing bass notes. There is so much low
frequency information in music that without a subwoofer you are missing 1/3 of your music!
While some subwoofer systems can be heard from a great distance and are capable of dislodging loose
fillings in your teeth, a subwoofer system can be designed to round out the sound of your system,
bringing a sound that has to be heard to be believed!
Subwoofers are available in a range of sizes and enclosure requirements. We have a variety of small
enclosure and shallow woofer designs if you want to retain as much storage space as possible.
Conversely, if you want to rattle the neighborhood, we have a large selection of woofers that will do the
job! Currently our largest subwoofer measures an earth shattering 19” in diameter and handles a
whopping 6000 watts max!
The team at Foss Audio & Tint will consult with you to determine your goals for your subwoofer and
make recommendations to suit your requirements.
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Custom fit woofer enclosure or installation
RF T3 19”
In-Dash CD/MP3 Players
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Most factory equipped car stereo systems are designed as an afterthought. The vehicle manufacturers
put as little expense into them as possible. Fortunately Foss Audio & Tint has a huge selection of in-dash
units that are sure to give you the features and sound quality you desire. New models have features
that were unheard of just a few short years ago. Today for under $200 you can get a full featured indash unit that controls your iPhone or Android smartphone, has Bluetooth for both streaming music and
making phone calls, HD or Satellite radio compatibility, and the ability to be the control unit for an entire
audio system!
Here’s some great features that help you drive more safely and make all your music sound better:
 Bluetooth phone capability – allows you to pair your smartphone with the in-dash. You can then
make and receive phone calls without touching your phone. Most in-dash units also come with a
separate microphone to improve call clarity. In the state of Washington, it is illegal to hold a phone
in your hand while driving. Get Bluetooth and drive safe!
 Bluetooth audio capability – audio allows your smartphone to wirelessly stream audio to the in-dash
unit. Some in-dash units include control for radio applications such as Pandora, iHeart Radio and
more. You can control these applications from the in-dash so there’s no need to reach for your
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smartphone! Some higher end in-dash units feature AptX encoding and decoding. Aptx allows
higher bit rates for Bluetooth streaming giving upgraded sound quality from non Aptx units.
System expansion - if you’ve been bitten by the audio bug, you may want to add more to your
system than just an in-dash. Better quality in-dash units feature preamp outputs that are designed
specifically to add power amplifiers to your system. This allows you to increase the power and
clarity of your system by leaps and bounds! These outputs can be used to run everything from an
add on subwoofer to an entire multi-channel system. Some decks take this a step further and
include such system expansion features like built in crossover networks to route the correct
frequency ranges to each speaker set, signal delay that corrects for the skewed seat position in
vehicles and much more. Even if you don’t plan to add more to your system initially, it’s a good idea
to purchase a deck that is ready for the future.
USB or auxiliary input – many decks now include some sort of input that allows connection of a
smartphone or portable player of some sort. Some decks have a small mini headphone type jack on
the front that allows a simple connection to send audio into the deck. With this connection you
must control audio adjustment and track changes from the smartphone or portable. Decks that
have a USB jack typically allow more functionality than the mini jack including the ability to charge
your device and control some of the functions of the smartphone from the deck itself.
HD and Satellite radio – both of these offer unique listening experiences compared to standard
AM/FM listening. HD radio could be thought of as HDTV for your stereo. HR radio does not require
a subscription and provides a CD quality audio experience on the radio. Many stations that
broadcast in HD also have additional channels that are only available with an HD equipped deck.
Satellite radio requires a subscription and offers a huge variety of programming choices. Whatever
your music or talk radio preferences, there’s a satellite channel for you. Satellite also offers a
continuous listening experience regardless of location, so if you’re a road bound traveler, you can
listen to your favorite channels nearly everywhere you go! Foss Audio & Tint has a great selection of
HD Radio and Satellite Radio compatible decks.
More power than the stock unit – most aftermarket decks provide more output power than the
stock unit does. This allows for higher volume levels and better sound quality. Most decks also have
increased levels of adjustment that allows you to fine tune the sound to your needs.
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iPhone, iPad, Android phones & tablets
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Most everyone has a smartphone these days and integrating these into your audio system can increase
your enjoyment of the system a great deal. Foss Audio & Tint can integrate your smartphone into your
system in many different ways. Many of the in-dash decks we sell today offer some compatibility with
smartphones and tablets. These units can be used to control functions on the smartphone or tablet
such as placing and receiving phone calls via Bluetooth, control of music applications like Pandora and
iHeartRadio and much more. If you’re a complete tablet aficionado, we can install the tablet in your
dash in many cars. Your tablet becomes your control piece for your audio system!
Apple Car Play and Android Auto are rapidly gaining popularity. Multimedia decks that are compatible
with these features mimic many popular applications of your smartphone. For Apple users, you can use
Siri voice control to get directions, make phone calls, listen to voice mail, send and receive messages and
select music.
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Speakers
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Speakers are truly the “voice” of your audio system. They are the final link between the system and
your ears and your ears should be the judge! Factory equipped speakers are typically a low tech, low
cost offering from the vehicle manufacturer. Improving the quality of your speakers is one the biggest
steps you can take in improving your audio system. Foss Audio & Tint offers speakers of all sizes from
under 1” all the way to a massive 19” subwoofer and in all price ranges.
Depending on your needs we can make your speaker installation look stealth so that from the outside of
the car it appears as it came from the factory with speakers hidden behind factory grills and panels or
we can show off your new equipment with a variety of methods including custom grills, LED accent
lightning and more.
Here’s some slightly more technical speaker info for the propeller heads out there:
 Tweeter – typically a very small speaker that’s designed to reproduce the highest range of the
audio frequency band. Tweeters are usually mounted high in the door or on the dash as the
frequencies they produce can be blocked easily by obstacles that might be in the way.
 Midrange – the name is a bit self-explanatory as it reproduces the middle of the frequency band.
Most midrange speakers are 2”-6” in diameter. Midrange is very important as it is responsible
for the majority of vocals and musical instruments.
 Woofer or subwoofer – produces the foundation of your music. Gives the music depth and
sometimes lets you feel the music! Truly great audio systems use a woofer or subwoofer to give
the listener the full experience.
 2 Way, 3 Way, Coaxial, etc – all these refer to speakers that utilize multiple size speakers in one
basket. These speakers are designed to offer a wider frequency range than a single speaker can
reproduce. They are usually more economical than separate or component speakers.
 Separate or component speakers – are the way to go if you want to step up your sound quality
or are looking to get the possible sound for your system. A component speaker system usually
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includes a pair of tweeters and midrange drivers and crossover networks. The crossover
networks act as traffic cops, sending the correct frequencies to the respective speakers. Also
most component speakers include a variety of mounting hardware so the best option can used
in your vehicle.
Impedance – rated in ohms it refers to the electrical resistance of the speakers. Most speakers
are 4-8 ohms although some are lower and higher. As the impedance of the speakers gets
lower, the amplifier is required to produce more power. However, it’s always a good practice to
make sure the speakers you are using are the correct impedance for the amplifier you have.
Running impedance too low causes overheating and increased current draw and can activate
amplifier protections circuits and can also lead to amplifier failure.
Power handling – this requires some familiarity with the individual manufacturers as some are
more conservative than others with regard to power handling capacity. Many flea market
brands over inflate power handling numbers to help boost sales. Unfortunately this typically
turns out to be an unwise purchase for the consumer. Foss Audio & Tint only sells products
from reputable manufacturers that stand behind their products. Too much power delivered to a
speaker may cause it to fail either from heat that causes a burned voice coil or from too much
excursion that causes the speaker’s suspension to fail. Much like a speaker’s impedance should
be matched to the amplifier power it, the speakers power rating should not be less than the
amplifier is capable of. On a similar note, it’s preferable to use the speaker’s RMS power rating
rather than MAX as RMS is a better indicator of overall performance, since it is a measurement
of the average sustained power.
Frequency response – gives an indication of the range of frequencies a speaker is able to
reproduce. The accepted range of human hearing is 20Hz-20kHz although most of us cannot
hear frequencies as high as 20kHz. And 20hz is so low that it will likely be felt more than heard.
If you see a speaker that says its frequency response is 30Hz-18kHz it means that in theory the
speaker is capable or reproducing that frequency range. Along with the frequency range, look
for a tolerance in decibels like +/- 3dB. This tolerance indicates that the speaker produces the
frequencies between 30Hz-18kHz and doesn’t drop or peak its level by more than 3dB.
Speaker materials – vary widely from treated/pressed paper to various types of textiles
including silk, tetolon to plastic and even metal. Some types of material are more suited to
certain applications. Lightweight materials like titanium and silk are most likely to be used in
tweeters while woofers tend to use heavier material and cones.
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Sound Deadening
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We have heard it said that the difference between a Lexus in a Camry is about 300 pounds of sound
deadening. After years of experience of applying these products we would have to say that we agree.
Sound deadening is a thin material consisting of a layer of butyl rubber and a layer of flexible aluminum
with an adhesive backing. It is designed to be applied behind panels that may rattle of have noticeable
noise when driving. The material add mass to the panel, lowering its resonant frequency which in turn
reduces rattles and noise. This material can be added to metal and plastic surfaces. Placing this
material in the area around door mounted speakers can deliver a vast improvement in sound quality and
noise reduction.
Even a small amount of damping material can have a profound effect on noise reduction. In a typical
application, applying damping material to the doors of your vehicle can reduce road noise up to 6 dB!
This is a huge reduction in noise. Complete coverage for an average vehicle can reduce road noise as
much as 18 dB!
You can apply damping material in patches (25-50% area coverage) to keep a specific panel from
resonating, or you can apply it over an entire area (such as the floor, doors, or trunk) to create a sound
barrier and thermal insulator.
At Foss Audio & Tint we’re so passionate about the improvement sound deadening makes we actually
produced our own brand that we call Love Mat!
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Woofer Enclosures
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For a subwoofer to deliver its best performance a properly designed and executed enclosure is key. A
superb subwoofer may sound horrible in the wrong enclosure and may even become damaged from
use. On the flip side, we’ve heard very impressive sound quality from inexpensive subwoofers that were
installed in the correct enclosure for the subwoofer. A solid, well-built enclosure that meets the
subwoofer manufacturer's volume specifications is the secret to accurate, ground-pounding bass.
Foss Audio & Tint offers a large selection of premade subwoofer enclosures that work with a wide
variety of subwoofers. We’re also highly skilled at building custom enclosures if your thoughts run to
the more exotic. We’re able to use materials like hand laid fiberglass, MDF, and metal to handcraft an
enclosure that conforms to existing areas in the vehicle like spare tire wells, behind factory panels and
more.
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Sealed enclosure - also known as an acoustic suspension. This box is great for all kinds of music
and has the broadest range of frequency response. Sealed enclosures tend to be smaller than a
vented enclosure for the same subwoofer. You tend to have the most accurate sound, but you
will need to make sure you have plenty of power as this smaller enclosure is less efficient. Sealed
enclosures are also a bit more forgiving when it comes to non-optimal enclosure size. Sealed
enclosures exhibit good power handling throughout the bass frequency range.
Ported enclosure - also known as a vented or bass reflex enclosure. These boxes really bring out
the low frequency by combining the rear wave of the woofer through a specially tuned port. When
paired with compatible woofers, these boxes are great for those who want a little extra boom for
their buck but still demand great sound quality. Ported enclosures are more complicated to build
and are less forgiving of non-optimal enclosure size. Ported enclosures have very high power
handling around the tuned frequency of the enclosure, which is typically between 30-40Hz.
However they have extremely poor power handling below the tuned frequency which is why we
recommend using them with an amplifier that has a subsonic filter. This filter is adjusted so that
it removes the frequencies below the enclosures tuned frequency which increases sound quality
and output and even improves sound quality.
Bandpass enclosure - The woofer is housed inside of the box with only ports allowing the bass to
escape. This type of box has a limited frequency response, but what it lacks in response you gain
in SPL. Bandpass enclosures are very sensitive to errors in construction making them much more
complicated to build. Due to their multiple chamber design, they also tend to be larger than a
sealed or ported enclosure for the same subwoofer.
Infinite baffle – also mistakenly called free-air, is not actually an enclosure by definition. An
infinite baffle system uses the entire trunk or storage area in a vehicle as the enclosure. However,
just tossing in a board behind the back seat of a car and mounting woofers in it is not typically a
good solution. One of the keys to infinite baffle success is achieving a complete separation from
the front and rear of the subwoofer. This requires going to lengths to seal off the cabin or front
of the woofer from the back. Any openings, holes, thin materials, etc., will reduce bass output.
Also power handling in infinite baffle situations is drastically reduced as frequency decreases. For
this reason it’s suggested to incorporate a subsonic or infrasonic filter into the bass portion of the
system. This keep the subwoofer under control at very low frequencies and will result in better
sound quality and reliability.
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Car Audio Installation
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Many years ago, most vehicles shared the same mounting and cut outs for radios. The popular “two
shaft” radio is all but forgotten unless you drive a classic car. Most late model vehicles now feature
dashboards and electronics that are much more integrated with one another than ever before. This
leads to a much more esthetically pleasing interior than in days past, but makes installing a deck a much
more difficult challenge. We must not only integrate with the dashboard, but also integrate with the
vehicle’s networked systems.
What’s involved in installing harnesses, interface modules, dash kits, and antenna adaptors? Many late
model vehicles require a plethora of interfaces to allow the vehicle’s systems and wiring to adapt to a
new deck install.
 Wire harnesses - allow us to solder the connections from your new deck to the harness and
plug that entire assembly into the vehicle. In most instances, this means no cutting or
modification to the factory harness/wiring.
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Interface modules - are essentially a wiring harness with a computer brain attached. These
allow interface with complex vehicle systems like retained accessory power, door chimes and
more that are tied in with the factory stereo. Bypassing this step in a vehicle that requires it
can mean various warning lights on your dashboard may indicate trouble and can even prevent
factory technicians from properly diagnosing vehicle troubles. If you’re the do-it-yourself type,
this is great information to know before you start! Foss Audio & Tint are experts at installing
these interfaces and know which cars need them and which do not.
Dash kits - allow the non-standard dash opening to accommodate a standard single or double
DIN stereo.
Antenna adapters - allow those cars with non-standard antenna connections to plug into a new
deck’s antenna connection.
Adding an input for your iPhone or Android phone is a great way to add functionality to your factory
stereo without swapping the stereo. We can add Bluetooth capability for both phone calls and
streaming audio to cars that are not equipped with these options. If wireless streaming and phone calls
aren’t your cup of tea (although they should be) we can install a wired connection to most factory
equipped stereos that allows you to play music from your smartphone on your factory system.
Steering wheel control interface modules can be added to allow your factory equipped steering wheel
controls to operate with your new deck. These interfaces translate the “language” from the steering
wheel into a language that your new deck understands.
A final word on installation is perhaps one of the most important things we do here at Foss Audio & Tint.
We take the time and effort to solder and apply heat shrink to all our wire-to-wire connections. While
this takes a little more time and effort, we feel it results in a superior connection for your new gear.
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Custom Installation
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A custom installation goes beyond the basic level of off the shelf parts and plug and play adapters. We
can install a completely custom audio system that meets your needs for sound quality, SPL or loudness
level, and esthetics. Perhaps you want a system that shows off the gear. Foss Audio & Tint can build a
highlighted system that puts all your gear in the spotlight. Would thousands of watts and a trunk full of
subwoofers make you smile? Come see us! Your friends will want one too!
On the flipside, systems that are hidden from view but offer superior sound are quite popular today.
We’ve built many systems that have absolute no aftermarket gear visible and appear to be completely
factory equipped. We can interface with existing vehicle electronics including upgraded factory systems
like Bose, Harmon Kardon, Infinity, Alpine, Kicker and more. It’s entirely possible to utilize the factory
deck and build a top notch audio system. We have the gear and the knowledge to make it look like its
factory equipped but sound like a million bucks!
Using top grade materials like ABS plastic, MDF, fiberglass, various metals and textiles we can craft a
system that will make you smile and want to take the long way home. Let us design a system for you.
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Window Tinting
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If you have even owned a vehicle with tinted windows you know what a dramatic effect it can have on
reducing the heat levels when the sun is shining. However, a great window tint job offers much more.
Here’s a brief rundown:
 Reduction in UVA & UVB ultraviolet rays - According to the American
Academy of Dermatology, there is a direct link between more time spent driving
a car and a higher incidence of left-handed skin cancers.
 Interior protection – window tint is like sunscreen for your automobile, rejecting up to 99% of
all ultraviolet rays. High quality window films shield premature leather, vinyl and fabric
discoloration and fading to protect your investment.
 Reduced demand on vehicle cooling systems – the dramatic head reduction eases the burden on
your vehicle’s cooling system. You might even see an increase in fuel mileage!
 Increased privacy – tinted windows make it much harder for prying eyes to see you and/or the
contents of your car. Tinted windows are also somewhat harder to break which may even help
deter theft.
The quality of tint and tint installation varies dramatically from company to company. Foss Audio & Tint
uses Solar Gard tint from Saint-Gobain a global manufacturer of glass and many other items. Before
each job begins, we cut our tint on a custom programmed plotter that insures great lines and an
excellent quality finished product. Our window tint installation team are Foss Audio & Tint employees.
We don’t “farm out” our tint installations. We keep it in house where we can assure the highest quality.
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Remote Start
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If you’ve never owned a remote car starter you’re missing a wonderful convenience feature. These
fabulous gadgets allow you to start your vehicle from some distance away, for instance, from inside your
house. This lets you warm up or cool down your vehicle before you get in. Even in the Seattle area
where it doesn’t get terribly cold, you will absolutely appreciate getting into a car that’s warm and cozy
and has clear windows.
On the flipside, on those hot summer days a remote start can be used to cool the car down too. Just
activate the remote start system a few minutes before you would like to go, and your car will be cool
and comfy inside.
A remote starter can be used alone or as part of a more sophisticated system that includes security, mobile
phone integration, vehicle tracking and much more. Using mobile phone integration you can control your
remote start and/or security system via an application on your phone. This allows you nearly unlimited
range and the ability to monitor your vehicle’s status on a moment’s notice right from your smart phone!
If you’re looking for a simpler solution, we can use your factory remote key fob to activate a new remote
start system in some cars. Check with us for details.
If you really want to go the distance we can also install seat heaters in your vehicle. Imagine getting into
your car on a chilly winter day and having the car warmed up AND the seats nice and toasty too!
The experts at Foss Audio & Tint have a great deal of experience installing remote starters in all types of
vehicles. We support and sell the best brands including Compustar, Viper, iDatalink, Fortin and others.
Call us or drop by today and we’ll be happy to discuss the best options for you. Also be sure to check out
our promotions page to see if we’re running any specials on remote starts.
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Marine & Extreme Environment Audio
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No longer just for boats, marine audio certified products are now being used in jet skis, motorcycles,
ATVs, side by sides, kayaks, skateboards, and more. OK, we haven’t actually installed audio on a
skateboard yet but you never know! The common factor in all these installations is that the equipment
has an additional level of protection from vibration and the harsh environment where these products
are used. A true marine electronics product will have an internal circuit board that has a coating that’s
designed to protect it from damage from vibration or corrosion. The outside of a marine rated product
may be coated with UV resistant finishes, use corrosion resistant hardware and connections, and have a
design that’s resistive to water spray and/or mud and other nasties that you might encounter in the
outdoors.
While the product itself has to be designed to withstand the environment, the system design and
installation play just as important a role. Marine and off road vehicles present a unique set of
circumstances that differ greatly from a typical vehicle installation. The charging systems may not
handle the additional load presented by an audio system without additional support. Also unlike most
car audio systems, it may be a requirement that the system be played for long periods of time without
the engine running which may require an auxiliary battery system with isolation from the “starting”
battery. The challenges presented by the electrical system and the noisier setting mean the
components of the system are likely to be pushed harder which creates additional heat and stress on
the audio system. Proper design can mean the difference between a great day on the water or on the
mountain and calling for help because you have a stranded vehicle.
An audio system for boat can be as simple as a pair of small speakers with a basic marine radio or as
complex as a system with multiple zones, multiple controllers, tower speakers, cabin speakers,
subwoofers, iPod or Android control and much more.
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Vehicle Security
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Investing in a vehicle security system is a wise move as it not only protect your vehicle and its contents,
most insurance companies offer discounted rates for vehicles equipped with them. A good security
system not only makes your car more difficult to steal, it also makes it easier to live with. The small
remote control that you carry with your keys can allow you to arm and disarm the alarm, start your car,
lock and unlock your doors, and open your trunk and many more additional features if you choose.
If you’re a smartphone addict like so many of us, Foss Audio & Tint can install a system that can be
controlled via your smartphone! A simple app will allow you to control all the features of your security
system. The app will also give you additional information such as notification if a sensor in your security
system has been tripped, vehicle tracking, and customizable notifications for speeding and after-hours
driving that are useful for young/new drivers!
Foss Audio & Tint offers a great selection of vehicle security systems from Compustar, Viper, iDatalink,
Fortin and others. We have one-box solutions if you like a simple decision or we also offer ala carte
systems from Compustar. You simply decide the following:
 Would you like security, remote start or both? This determines which control module we’ll use.
 What remote control range would you desire? Up to 1000’, up to 1 mile, or up to 3 miles?
 What type of remote control would you like? We offer 1 way, 2 way, impact and water resistant
and more.
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Driver Safety, Assistance & Collision Avoidance
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Without question, the vehicles that are built today are safer than in the past. Seat belts, airbags,
crumple zones, side impact protection and other features have saved countless lives. However, all these
safety features are focused on protecting occupants after a collision. Some vehicle manufactures have
recently began adding features that are designed to reduce the possibility of a collision. Lane departure
and collision avoidance systems, parking assist, rear view camera, and blind spot detection are all now
available for any car on the road.
Here’s a brief rundown on some of the most popular safety technologies:
 Lane departure and early warning – uses an electronic eye to view the road ahead and warn you
of potential issues. The lane departure feature works in conjunction with your turn signals,
alerting you if you begin to depart your lane without signaling. Early warning monitors cars,
pedestrians and obstacles and warns you before a collision occurs. The system can be set to
monitor vehicle speed and let you know if you exceed a predetermined speed.
 DVR systems – have a front facing camera that continuously records the area in front of the
vehicle. If a collision occurs, the DVR will save that portion of the video. This can be used to
prove your innocence to both the police and your insurance company.
 Parking assist systems – are rear bumper mounted sensors that send out a signal to determine
the distance of the rear bumper from nearby obstacles. They are able to communicate this
distance to the driver through a visual or audible indicator (or both).
 Rear view cameras – are rear mounted cameras that work in conjunction with a front mounted
screen to give you a wide angle view of the area behind the vehicle.
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 DVR
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Radar & Laser Detectors
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Do you have a lead foot? Every day in the U.S over 100,000 speeding tickets are issued with the average
cost of a speeding ticket of $150! A little warning may help give you a little peace of mind for more
stress free driving. Perhaps a radar detector would be a wise choice for you.
Municipalities update their radar and laser technology on a regular basis, so keeping up to date on a
detector can pay for itself over time.
There are many styles of detectors depending on your needs. Portables are great if you change vehicles
often or just want the ability to remove valuable items from the car when you leave it. If you want a
semi-permanent solution a remote mounted detector may be what you need. These consist of a stealth
mounted front and/or rear antenna and a small control panel that’s typically flush mounted into a
portion of the vehicle dashboard or center console.
You can also incorporate your smartphone into your detection routine. The Escort Live app and Smart
Cord work in conjunction with other drivers on the road to identify and report potential radar/laser
encounters. It takes a step further offering locations of red light and speed cameras as well. All this
information is delivered directly to your smartphone!
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 Visor mounted detector
 Remote mounted detector
 Escort Live app
Vehicle Navigation
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The world of GPS navigation is rapidly changing. Just a few years ago, GPS navigation was reserved for
very high end cars or required swapping in an expensive new in-dash unit. Fast forward to today and
GPS navigation is more affordable than ever. In fact, a fully loaded GPS navigation unit with DVD,
Bluetooth, app control and more is available for less than the cost of a premium smartphone.
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Apple Car Play & Android Auto
If you prefer to use your smartphone, you may be interested in an in-dash that uses Apple Car Play or
Android Auto. Multimedia decks that are compatible with these features mimic many popular
applications of your smartphone. For Apple users, you can use Siri voice control to get directions, make
phone calls, listen to voice mail, send and receive messages and select music.
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Maps - Most GPS units come either pre-loaded maps, or maps on CD-ROMs or memory cards.
Map updates occur every one to three years depending on manufacturer. This applies to in-dash
navigation only. GPS mapping via smartphone is updated via the provider.
Address to address routing. This is probably the most important feature offered by this type of
navigation system. The user inputs the specific address of their destination and the GPS unit will
automatically guide the user to that point.
Re-route Capability. Also known as automatic destination routing, this feature is available on
most models. If you miss a turn while driving, the GPS unit will automatically recalculate your
route.
Turn-by-turn instructions. Some units not only have the ability to route you to your destination,
but will also give you turn-by-turn instructions. These instructions are delivered via visual display
(arrows), voice command, or both. Voice command is especially nice so the driver does not have
take his or her eyes off the road to receive the next driving direction.
Points of Interest (POI). Along with map information, most units also include handy Points of
Interest already loaded in the navigation database. Pre-stored points of interest can include
things like restaurants, gas stations, rest stops, amusement parks, lodging, or emergency services.
Most in-vehicle units have at least 2 million POI’s to choose from. This can be very handy for road
trips or unfamiliar areas when a food or bathroom break is top priority!
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 Pioneer and/or Kenwood navi
Ignition Interlock (IID)
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Have you been arrested for DUI? Do you or someone you love have an alcohol problem? Our Team &
AutoSafe are “Saving Lives One Breath at a Time”. AutoSafe is the leading Draeger interlock provider in
Washington. Their focus is to prevent intoxicated persons from operating a vehicle and placing
themselves, loved ones and others at risk of accident, injury or death. We know drinking and driving can
be prevented.
Foss Audio & Tint specializes in making your interlock experience as easy as possible. We understand
this can be a difficult time for you and we’re here to help! Our 5 shops are conveniently located with
service availability to fit your busy schedule. We offer convenient drop-in services & knowledgeable,
helpful, WSP certified technicians.
We’re the only Ignition Interlock Provider Offering WEEKEND appointments!
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 Draeger unit in car