AMPLIFIED MODELS:
(EL6A-hp, EL8A-hp, EL 0A-hp, RS6A-hp, RS8A-hp, RS 0A-HP, CS8A5,
SM8A, SM8A-hp , SM 0A, SM 0A-hp)
DO NOT substitute the fuse included with the Amplified Bazooka subwoofer
with anything other than the SAME fast blow current rated fuse. Substitution
or deletion will void the product's warranty and may cause damage to your
car or the amplifier.
SHOULD I USE HIGH OR LOW LEVEL INPUTS?
If the source unit has only speaker outputs, use the high-level inputs of the
Amplified Bazooka subwoofer. If the source unit has both high and low level
outputs, we recommend using the high level inputs over the low level inputs,
due to the configuration of the Amplified Bazooka subwoofer's balanced input
circuit. Not all head units, even those that promise high output voltage in their
marketing materials, indeed have high-voltage RCA outputs. Because of this,
Bazooka Mobile Audio recommends using the speaker level inputs when in
doubtthey will always provide sufficient drive level to the amplifier. PLEASE
NOTE THAT THE WIRING IN A FACTORY STEREO MAY NOT BE ELECTRICALLY
IN PHASE EVEN WHEN YOU HAVE MADE THE PROPER CONNECTIONS.
Take the time after you make your wire connections to run through the quick
phase check procedure in the AM I IN PHASE? section at the end of this
manual, and NEVER USE BOTH high and low-level inputs at the same time!
POWER WIRE (All Models)
The power wire must be fused and connected directly to the positive terminal
of the battery to provide a power source with a low voltage drop and low
noise. Do not make the power connection at the fuse block or any point other
than the battery. Improper power sources can reduce output and cause distortion.
The fuse holder should be connected to the battery's positive terminal. The
fuse is designed to prevent fire or damage to your car, should the battery
wire short to ground. Wait to insert the fuse into its holder until all wire
connections have been made.
If it is necessary to lengthen the battery wire, add the required length between
the amplifier and the fuse holder, not the fuse holder and the battery. If you
need to extend the battery wire, use 16 gauge or larger for all EL Amplified,
SM8A, and SM10A models, and 12 gauge or larger for all RS Amplified, SM8A-
hp, SM10A-hp, and CS8A5 models. It is best to use as short a wire as possible.
Be sure you DO NOT run the power wire next to the input cables of the
amplifier this will induce noise. Avoid running the power wire near the radio's
antenna or power leads, or near sensitive equipment or harnesses. The power
wire carries substantial currents and could induce noise.
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GROUND WIRE (All Models)
The ground wire must be connected directly to the vehicle chassis near
the amplifier. We do not recommend extending the ground wire in
any installation, as this can cause unwanted ground loops.
The ground point in the car should be a piece of chassis metal that is
part of or welded to the main body of the vehicle. Painted surfaces
should be scraped or sanded clean to expose the bare metal before the
ground lug is bolted down. (Cover the bare metal area with paint or
grease after you finish mounting the ground wire to prevent rust.)
REMOTE TURN ON OPTIONS (Does not pply to CS8A5)
You have several options in connecting the Remote Turn On Wire. These
options are listed in the order of preference recommended by SAS.
Select the option best suited for your application. The ORANGE wire
on the Amplified Bazooka subwoofers 14-pin Molex Mini-fit Jr. connector
is the Remote Turn On Wire.
OPTION ONE:
For the most versatility the Remote Turn On Wire should be connected
to the source unit's "Accessory", "Auto-Antenna" or "Remote" lead -
- any of which will supply 12 Volts positive when the source is turned
on. When you are using this option with:
ALL EL Amplified, SM8A, and SM 0A: The Quick Disconnect YELLOW
On Off Jumper Loop MUST be disconnected from the wiring harness.
ALL RS Amplified, SM8A-hp, and SM 0A-hp: The Auto off Jumper
Clip must be in the off position (the two right most pins) and the Orange
wire will supply turn on voltage to the Amplified Bazooka.
OPTION TWO:
If the source does not have an Auto-Antenna lead (or if the Auto-
Antenna goes down during tape operation), you can connect the
Amplified Bazookas' Remote Turn On Wire to an accessory or ignition
point at the vehicle fuse block. In this configuration, the Amplified
Bazooka subwoofer will be on whenever the ignition is on. This method
may allow noise or turn-on-and-off transients to become amplified
when the source unit is not in use, and therefore is a less desirable than
option one. When you are using this option with:
ALL EL Amplified, SM8A, and SM 0A: The Quick Disconnect YELLOW
On Off Jumper Loop MUST be disconnected from the wiring harness.
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