Boss Audio Systems powerDrive PD-1000 User manual

AUDIO SYSTEMS
k'a

-S MANU
channel Amplifier Power / Speaker Wiring
Bridged Speaker Wiring
Tri-modeSpeaker Wiring
Precautions
B dad* c "+

--.
1.
MODEL
RMSMtts/CH at 4 dhms -.
RMSWatts/CH at 2 Ohms
.
RMSWatts/CH at 1 ohms-
MAX Watts/(H at 0.5 Ohms
Bridged fbw at 4 Ohms '-q
S/N Ratio
hputsensitii --T
-
L<rwPasscrosunrer
High Pass Crossover
Low Boost -
Bass Frequency
Frequency Res
THD 63 RMSWatts
-
Channel Separation
m
1
Damping Factor
Fuse --

I-db-4 v k/
Congratulations on your purchase o~a9"&bd(o~y&riw'm~DRIVE cC&io
Ld
amplifier. POWER DRIVE amplifiers are designed, and engineered in the USA to the hi-
ghest level of quality, and will afford you years of listening enjoyment.
1 -r
All POWER DRIVE amplifiers utilize fully-regulated MOSFET power supplies, whicn assure /
that switching response is extremely fast and output power is clean.
I
Thank you for making 33S@ Audio Systems your choicefor car audio equipmer
- ~.. -. - --
- -- .-
500Wx2 350Wx2 203~x2 1 OOWx2 -
-.
900Wx2 700Wx2 400Wx2
7ooWx2 ----. --- --.
200Wx2
500Wx2-. oooWx* ----' -
300Wx2
- 7
-
.. .
2000Wx2
.
1500Wx2 1 OOOWx2
- ~- -
500Wx2
4000Wx I-.- 3000~x1~ ~ 2000Wx1 1 OOOWx1- - -
105d~ ....................................
, --- I OOmV-~ --ZZ v~-- - . a - . - ~- - - -~ - -. - .- =- . -
Push :
................................

ElectricalWiring
All 33~9 POWER DRIVE amplifiers are equipped with easy access screw terminals.
These terminals are nickel-plated in order to ensure excellent electrical contact and
to resist corrosion.
When making electrical connections to the amplifier, please observe the following:
. Use at least 4 gauge or heavier wires for power and ground connections.
Connect the BATTERY-(+)terminal to the positive (+) terminal ofthe car battery.
Be sure to install afuse (or other circuit protection device)within
18 inches of the battery.
Wire the amplifier directly to the car battery.
For the ground connection, use the shortest possiblewire to a good chassis ground point.
Wire the Remoteconnection tothe remote turn-on lead of vour eaualizer or source unit.
antennalead).
--I
Power fuses protect boththe amplifier and the electrical system of your vehicle from fault
conditions. Ifyou must replace the fuse in your POWER DRIVE amplifier, use afuse of exactly
ing of fuse may result in damage or fire.
-.
Mounting the Amplifier
Mark the location for the mounting screw holes by positioningthe amplifier where you wish
to install
it an e$fAwffiounting screws) inserted in each mounting hole
to mark the mo ounting surface
is carpeted, measure the hole centers and
vkwith afelt tip pen.
Drill pilot holes inthe mounting surface for the mounting screws and insert the mounting
screws into these holes.jTighten them securely.
Note: Be sure to take note ok.any wires, lines or other devices inyour vehicle which may be
located behind any mountingsurface!

ElectricalWiring
All 33s' POWER DRIVE amplifiers are equipped with easy access screw terminals.
These terminals are nickel-platedin order to ensure excellent electrical contact and
to resist corrosion.
When making electrical connections to the amplifier, please observe the following:
. Use at least 4 gauge or heavier wires for power and ground connections.
Connectthe BAlTERY.(+)terminal tothe positive (+) terminal ofthe car battery.
Be sure to install afuse (or other circuit protection device) within
18 inches of the battery.
Wire the amplifier directly to the car battery.
For the ground connection, use the shortest possible wire to a good chassis ground point.
Wire the Remote connection to the remote turn-on lead ofyour equalizer or source unit.
(This is sometimes also u-gwer antenna lead).
/
Power fuses protect boththe amplifier and the electrical system ofyour vehicle from fault
conditions. Ifyou must replace the fuse inyour POWER DRIVE amplifier, use afuse of exactly
ingoffuse may result in damage or fire.
/
Mountingthe Amplifier
Mark the location for the mounting screw holes by positioning the amplifier where you wish
ounting screws) inserted in each mounting hole
to mark the mo ounting surface
is carpeted, measurethe hole centers and
*k with a felt tip pen.
Drill pilot holes inthe mounting surface for the mounting screws and insert the mounting
screws intothese holesiiTighten them securely.
\
Note: Be sure to take note o>.any wires, lines or other devices inyour vehicle which may be
located behind any mounting'surface!

WARNINGS
1. HIGH CURRENT Amplifier (including this model) cab
4
dS
becomequite hot, when used in poorly ventilated1
.!
areas or with impedances lower than that whl'&'
: -/r
is recommended.
1
Please avoid situationswhich MAY contribute it^^
6,
excessive heat build-up, resulting in possible damage
to other areas of your automobile.
2. Please notethat it is necessary to completely remove
the end-caps before power connections can be made.

Tko Channel Ampl5fOer PowerISpeaker Wring
~,-,dPD-1000
-?-L% 5 ttc, J.4 iC\-
,-
.- -
Bridged Speaker Whhg
-, -, PD-2000, and PD-I
~.
- . 8 'li
IFIER TERM=
I I I11
SPEAKER IMPEDAN
1-8 OHMS! d 1 J
to BAlTERY @
to REMOTE OUTWT
from HEAD WIT
GROUND
1 '

Tri-mode Speaker Wiring
PD.4000, PD-3000, PD-2000, and PD-1000
Tri-ModeOperational Output is a unique feature which allows two channels of an amplifier to
drive a subwoofer operated in MONO mode, while simultaneously driving full range
speakers in STEREO.
To engage the amplifier in this mode, place the Crossover (Subwoofer)switch inthe
"FULL"
position. Use a 1 OOv non-polarcapacitor for a high pass crossover and a wire coil inductor
to block high frequencies from the(Subwoofer)as shown in the figure below. Please review
the table below for inductor and capacitor component values to determine the desired
crossover frequencies.
LEFT
SPEAKER
' SPEAKER fMPEDANCE
- +-- !LEAL
4 - 8 OHMS!
-
I I +--
HIGH PASS
FILTER (CAPACITORS) 1 4-44.! I
LOW PASS
FILTER (INDUCTOR)
I (- to REMOTEOUTPUT
from HEAD UNIT
GROUND
ns! SUBWOOFER

Precautions
Beforeyou drill or cut any holes, investigate your car's layout very carefully. Take care when
you work near the gas tank, fuel lines, hydraulic linesand electrical wiring.
Do not operate the amplifier when it is unmounted. Attach all audio system components
securely within the automobile to prevent damage, especiallyinan accident.
Do not mount this amplifier so that the wire connections are unprotected or ina pinched
condition, or likely to be damaged by nearby objects.
Before making or breaking power connections inyour system, disconnectthe vehicle battery.
Confirm that your head unit or other equipment is turned off while connectingthe inputjacks
and speaker terminals.
Ifyou need to replace the power fuse, only replace it with a fuse identicaltothat supplied with
the system. Using a fuse ofa different type or rating may result in damage to your system
which isn't covered by the manufacturer's warranty.

Troubleshooting
If your amplifier is not operating properly, refer to the list below and follow the
suggested procedures. Always test the speakers and check the wiring first.
No output
Confirm that all terminal strip connectionsare secure and tight.
Check both in-line and built-infuses. Both the "+I 2v" and the "REMOTE" terminals must
have +12v referenced to chassis ground.
Confirm that the audio signal source (car radio, equalizer, etc.) is connectedand is
supplying output signal.To check ifthe amplifier is supplying signal, unplug the RCA
cables from the signal source (but leave them plugged into the amp). Briefly tap the
center pin ofeach ofthe disconnectedRCA plugs with your finger. This should produce
a noise(feedback) in your speakers.
Only one
Confirm that all speaker strip connectionsare secure and tight.
channel
works
Check the "BALANCELcontrol on the head unit (or other source) to verify that it is
11 2 apoint.
--- -
I-.-
-
Ifyou are u ing the Low Level RCA inputs,reverse the input plugsat the amplifier (switch
the
R with the L). If the channel which is silent switchesto the other side, the problem
IS either inthe head unit/other source or the connecting cables.
/----
Weak output
Readjust the Input Sensitivity Control to better suit the input signal.
-- - -+. _
-.
e
Ifthe noise is a"whine"whose pitch follows the engine speed, confirm that the amplifier
audio
and any other signal sources (head unit, etc.) are properly grounded.
Ifthe noise is a"clicking" or "popping" noise whose rate follows the engine speed, this
usually means that the vehicle is equipped with resistor spark plugs and wires, or that
1, the ignition is in need.of service.
-
-
serouting ofthe speaker and input wires to make sure they are not adjacent
w
to wires which interconnect lights and other accessories.
Ifthe above steps fail to improve or clear noise interference,the system should be
checked by a professionalmobile audio installer.