Clarus Clarus CL300 Service manual

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MOSFET POWER AMPLIFIERS
Installation Instructions I Owner’s Manual
CL300 l CL400 l CL600 l CL800 l CL1200
CL440 l CL640 l CL600M

SAFETY
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Congratulations on your purchase of a Clarus state-of-the-art power amplifier. Your selection
of a Clarus car audio product indicates a true appreciation of fine musical reproduction?
Whether adding to an existing system or including your Clarus amplifier in a new system, you
are certain to notice immediate performance benef its.
KEEP YOUR SALES RECEIPT
Take this time to attach your sales receipt to the manual and put in a safe place. In case of any
unforeseen reason this product may need warranty service, your receipt will be necessary to
establish purchase date.
RECOMMENDATION
A power amplifier’s performance is only as good as its installation. Proper installation will j
maximize the system’s overall performance. It is recommended that you have our product
installed by an authorized Profile retailer. However, if you decide to install it yourself, please
carefully read through this manual and take your time to do aquality installation.
IMPORTANT! Before making any connections, disconnect the car’s battery
until the installation is completed to avoid possible damage to the electrical
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WARNING!
Exposure to high power sound system con cause hearing loss or damage.
Listening to your system at loud levels while driving, will impair your ability to
hear traffic sounds and emergency vehicles. Use commonsense when listening
to your system.
Serial # Model #
Fuse amplifier’s power wire at the battc
Be sure to fuse the power wire within 12” of
battery in case of ashort circuit between the
theamplifier’s built-in fuse will only protect t
Use high grade wire connectors.
To ensure maximum power transfer and seci
high grade barrier spades (for connection at
battery).
Do not run any wires underneath vehicle
Exposedwireshaveachanceofbeingcutor
vehicle under the carpet and/or side panels. -
damage.
Use caution when mounting amplifier .
Remember there are many electrical wires, g
tank in the automobile. Make sure you know
avoid puncturing lines, shorting wires or drillit
Run signal wires away from electrical w
To avoid possibility of induced noise from tl
engine noise), run wires away f rom the car’s e
Make all ground wires as short as possil
Inorderto reducethechanceofgroundloo
short as possible to reduce the wire’s resist<
sure all units are grounded at the same point.
Avoid sharp edges when running the wir
To avoid the possibility of power, signal
amplifiers wires to come in contact with shar
running through the fire wall.

>UCTION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ate-of-the-art power amplif ier. Your selection
mueappreciation of fine musical reproduction.
lding your Clarus amplifier in a new system, you
enef its.
‘ALES RECEIPT
.he manual and put in a saf e place. In case of any
ranty service, your receipt will be necessary to
ENDATION
‘ood as its installation. Proper installation will
It is recommended that you have our product
wever, if you decide to install it yourself, please
ur time to do a quality installation.
nections, disconnect the car’s battery
void possible damage to the electrical
cm can cause hearing loss or damage.
s while driving, will impair your ability to
:hicles. Use commonsense when listening
Fuse amplifier’s power wire at the battery.
Be sure to fuse the power wire within 12” of the car’s battery. This will protect the car’s
battery in case of ashort circuit between the power amplif ier and battery. THIS IS A MUST,
theamplifier’s built-infusewillonlyprotect thepoweramplifier not thecar’s battery!
Use high grade wire connectors.
To ensure maximum power transfer and secure safe connections, it is recommended to use
high grade barrier spades (for connection at amplifier) and terminal rings (for connection at
battery).
Do not run any wires underneath vehicle.
Exposed wires have a chance of being cut or damaged. It is best to run all wires through the
vehicle under the carpet and/or side panels. This lends to a cleaner installation and less risk of
damage.
Model #
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Use caution when mounting amplifier .
Remember there are many electrical wires, gas lines, vacuum lines, brake lines as well as a gas
tank in the automobile. Make sure you know where they are when mounting the amplifier to
avoid puncturing lines, shorting wires or drilling holes in thegas tank.
Run signal wires away from electrical wires.
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To avoid possibility of induced noise from the car’s electrical system (i.e. popping noises or
engine noise), run wires away f rom the car’s electrical wiring.
Make all ground wires as short as possible and at the same point.
In order to reduce the chance of ground loops (i.e. engine noise), make the grounding wire as
short as possible to reduce the wire’s resistance. Also, when using multiple components, make
sureall units aregrounded at thesame point.
Avoid sharp edges when running the wires.
To avoid the possibility of power, signal or speaker shorts, be careful not to allow the
amplifiers wires to come in contact with sharp edges. Use agrommet to protect the wire when
running through thef ire wall
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FEATURES ANO BENEFITS
OC Off set Protection
This circuit protects the output of the amplifier against DC voltage. If for some reason DC
voltage is detected at the output stage, the amplifier will shut down protecting the speakers
from direct current.
Bass Boost
For added low frequency performance the
an
bass boost 0 45Hz.
Line Out
One set of full range line outputs have been
pt
amplifiers in the system.
Short Circuit Protection Subsonic Filter (CL1200 & CL600M On
The circuit protects the amplifier from damage due to a short found in the speakers or wiring.
If one of the speakers or its wiring comes in contact with ground, the amplifier will shut down.
To resume normal operation, correct the problem and turn the head unit off, then back on. The
amplifier will reset and play again.
A subsonic filter has been provided to filter
audible range. Once engaged this feature help
since power is not wasted reproducing frequc
works in conjunction with the Low-pass crosso\
Thermal Protection Power Fusing
To protect the amplifier circuitry against damage caused by prolonged exposure to high
temperatures, a thermal protection circuit is activated if the amplifier reaches excessively
high operating temperature. Once the thermal circuit is activated, the amplifier will shut
down to cool off. The Amplifier will automatically turn back on once it cools down to a safe
operating temperature.
Protection Indicator
This red diagnostic L.E.D. indicates that the amplifier has gone into protection. Once on, the
amplifier will have no output. To resume normal operation, turn head unit off and back on again.
If the amplifier immediately goes back into protection, check for high temperature, short
circuitsor low impedance.
Tri Mode Capable
If so desired the amplifier may be run in stereo and mono at the same time. For example, this
feature would allow you to run a pair of mid and tweeters in stereo and a sub-woofer mono.
This protects the amplif ier against short circu
Remote Turn-on
Automatically turns amplifier on when connc
amplifier will turn on and off with the head uni
operates the reset circuit for the amplif ier’s
unit in order to reset protection circuits.
Power and Speaker Distribution Blocks
Heavy gauge bare wire distribution blocks
transfer with minimal resistance.
Adjustable Input Sensitivity
Allows you to fine-tune the level matching bet
Built-in Crossover High Level Input
The Clarus amplifiers include a built-in variable **high and low pass crossovers. The crossover
features a variable frequency selection (40Hz N 500Hz) for precise high or low pass filtering.
**Except CL600M which has a 50 _ 120Hz low pass filter. Allowing for integration with “Factory Sound !
Stable To 2 Ohm Stereo Mode
Stability to 2 ohm in stereo mode, 4 ohms brid

Bass Boost
D BENEFITS
* against DC voltage, If for some reason DC
llifier will shut down protecting the speakers
Jue to a short found in the speakers or wiring.
tact with ground, the amplif ier will shut down.
1and turn the head unit off, then back on. The
nage caused by prolonged exposure to high
ctivated if the amplifier reaches excessively
II circuit is activated, the amplifier will shut
zJy turn back on once it cools down to a safe
plifier has gone into protection. Once on, the
operation, turn head unit off and back on again.
Botection, check for high temperature, short
and mono at the same time. For example, this
,veeters in stereo and a sub-woofer mono.
**high and low pass crossovers. The crossover
~500Hz) for precise high or low pass filtering.
6s filter.
For added low frequency performance the amplifiers are equipped with a variable O-18 dB
bass boost @45Hz.
Line Out
One set of full range line outputs have been provided for convenient connection to additional
amplifiers in thesystem.
Subsonic Filter (CL1200 & CL6OOM Only)
A subsonic filter has been provided to filter out unwanted low bass frequencies below the
audible range. Once engaged this feature helps to improve the amplifiers overall performance
since power is not wasted reproducing frequencies beyond the audible range. This feature
works in conjunction with the Low-pass crossover to provide band-pass filtering.
Power Fusing
This protects the amplif ier against short circuits and excessive current.
Remote Turn-on
Automatically turns amplifier on when connected to the head unit’s remote output. The
amplifier will turn on and off with the head unit to save current consumption. This control also
: operates the reset circuit for the amplifier’s protection. It must be connected with the head
unit in order to reset protection circuits.
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Power and Speaker Distribution Blocks
Heavy gauge bare wire distribution blocks are provided for maximum power and signal
transfer with minimal resistance.
Adjustable Input Sensitivity
Allows you to fine-tune the level matching between your source and the power amplif ier.
High Level Input
Allowing for integration with”Factory Sound Systems”
Stable To 2 Ohm Stereo Mode
Stability to 2 ohm in stereo mode, 4 ohms bridged.
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M
OUNTING LOCATION
Before you start the installation, it will be necessary to find a mounting location for the *
amplifier. Find a location in which the amplifier will receive adequate ventilation in order to
dissipate the heat it develops during operation. Two popular mounting locations ore in the
trunk or under the seat.
Select the location in which you wish to mount the amplifier. Use caution when mounting
amplifier, there are many wires, gas lines, vacuum lines, brake lines as well as a gas tank in
the automobile. Make sure you know where they are when mounting the amplifier to avoid
puncturing lines, shorting wires or drilling holes in the gas tank. Once you are ready, use a
pencil to mark the mounting holes in the bottom panel. After you hove marked the locations of
the holes move amplifier out of the way and drill small starter holes to make the tapping
screws easier to install. Use provided screws to tighten down the omplif ier.
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POWER
COI
RADIO’S REMOTERADIO’S REMOTE
TURN-ON OUT?TURN-ON OUT?
IMPORTANT! Before making any connectio
installation is completed to ovoid possible
dc
Connect the amplifier to the car’s battc
At times, the amplifier will need to draw large
circuit in the car’s fuse box. We recommen
connections depending on the amplifier and le
connect to the terminal on the amplifier mar
bare wire and tighten. Use caution to make
surrounding terminals causing short circuits. I
the car’s battery. Make sure to use an in-line
the electrical system and amplif ier against she
Connect the ground terminal of the amp
For the ground connection, use on 4-10 gauge
GND and then connect it to the car’s chassis.
possible, preferably less than 6”. Also ma
connection is to be made is f ree of point and di
Connect the remote terminal of the arnl:
This connection allows the amplifier to be tt
radio. If the radio has a REMOTE output 1
marked REMOTE (using o 16 gouge wire or t
amplifier will automatically turn on. This co
Antenna wire.

LOCATION
cessory to find o mounting location for the
r will receive adequate ventilotion in order to
I. Two popular mounting locations ore in the
t the amplifier. Use caution when mounting
.uum lines, brake lines as well as a gas tank in
ley are when mounting the amplifier to avoid
ESin the gas tank. Once you ore ready, use o
panel. After you hove marked the locations of
drill small starter holes to moke the topping
tighten down theamplifier.
POWER CONNECTIONS
RADIO’S REMOTE
TURN
IN-LINE POWERFUSE
MOUNTED WITHIN 12”
FROMBATTERYRECOMMENDED
y (NOT PROVIDED)
IMPORTANT! Before making any connections, disconnect the car’s battery until the
instollotion is completed to ovoid possible domoqe to the electrical system. I
Connect the amplifier to the car’s battery.
At times, the amplifier will need to draw lorge levels of current that cannot be provided by any
circuit in the car’s fuse box. We recommended using on 4 to 10 gouge power wire for your
connections depending on the amplifier and length of the wire. Strip one end of the wire to
connect to the terminol on the amplifier marked +12V. Loosen screw terminal and connect
bore wire and tighten. Use caution to make sure no stray wire stonds come in contact with
surrounding terminals causing short circuits. Run the wire directly to the positive terminal of
the car’s battery. Make sure to use on in-line fuse within 12” of the car’s battery to protect
the electrical system and omplif ier against short circuits and/or power surges.
Connect the ground terminal of the amplifier to the car’s chassis.
For the ground connection, use on 4-10 gouge wire (block) to connect to the terminal marked
GNDondthenconnectittothecor’schossis. Trytokeepthelengthofthecobleosshortos
possible, preferably less than 6”. Also make sure that the point on the car where the
connection is to be mode is free of point and dirt.
Connect the remote terminal of the amplifier to a switchable +12V source.
This connection allows the amplifier to be turned on and off with the power control of the
radio. If the radio has a REMOTE output terminal, connect it to the amplifier’s terminal
marked REMOTE (using a 16 gouge wire or heovier). Now when the radio is turned on, the
amplifier will automatically turn on. This connection con also be mode to the radio’s Power
Antenna wire.
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SIGNAL coNNEc-rroNs c
Connect the RCA output of the head unit (AM/FM cassette player, CD, or OAT)
to the RCA input terminals of the amplifier.
To make these connections, we recommend high quality RCA cables, which are available at your
local car audio retailer. Run signal wires away from electrical wires to avoid possibility of
induced noise from the car’s electrical system (i.e. popping noises or engine noise). Please note
that when making these connections the signal inputs correspond with the speaker outputs.
For example: If you connect the radios front right RCA to “Cl-l 1” .--then speaker output
“CH 1” will operate the front right speaker.
Pl”ge
I omplil
TWO CHANNEL SIGNAL CONNECTIONS
FOUR CHANNEL SIGNAL CONNECTIONS
(RADIO WITH FRONT AND REAR OUTPUTS)
Optional full range line out connection to
additional amplifiers in the system.
i’ Connect 2 sets of RCA “Y” adaptors to split
u
the two RCA’s from the rodlo into 4 outputs
’ (NotProvided)
HIGH LEVEL CONNEt
High Level inputs have been included to coni
outputs (i.e. factory radio). This connection \
output of the radio with out the need of an ext
Determine the type of radio you have and ma
CAUTION! Before making any connections
damage to amplifier and/or radio.
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TWO CHANNEL CONNECTIONS:
FLOATING GROUND RADIO (MOST C(
FOUR CHANNEL SIGNAL CONNECTIONS
(RADIO WITH ONLY ONE SET OF RCA’S)
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TWO CHANNEL CONNECTIONS:
COMMON GROUND RADIO

INECTIONS
AM/FM cassette player, CD, or OAT)
r.
quality RCA cables, which are available at your
from electrical wires to avoid possibility of
e. popping noises or engine noise). Please note
inputs correspond with the speaker outputs.
right RCA to “CH 1” .......then speaker output
full range line out connection
to additional amplifiers in the system.
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I L FRoNT’ I I ’ ’ LR
REAR 1
FOUR CHANNEL SIGNAL CONNECTIONS
(RADIO WITH FRONT AND REAR OUTPUTS)
Optional full range line out connection to
additional amplifiers in the system.
‘s of RCA 9” adaptors to split
i from the radio into 4 outputs
(Not Provided)
HIGH LEVEL CONNECTIONS (OPTIONAL)
High Level inputs have been included to connect the amplifier to a radio without low-level
outputs (i.e. factory radio). This connection will allow you to connect directly to the speaker
output of the radio with out the need of an external adapter.
Determine the type of radio you have and make one of the following connections.
CAUTION! Before making any connections determine the type of radio to avoid possible
damage to amplifier and/or radio. I
LEFT -
LEFT+j
TWO CHANNEL CONNECTIONS:
FLOATING GROUND RADIO (MOST COMMON TYPE)
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WHITE LEFT+ J
TWO CHANNEL CONNECTIONS:
COMMON GROUND RADIO
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F
SPEAKERcotw
/ \
/ I I \
FRONT
4L
REAR
WHITE (CHZ +) RIGHT + LEFT + GRAY (CH3 +)
GREEN (CHZ -) RIGHT - LEFT - BROWN (CH3 - )
- BLACK (GROUND) BLACK (GROUND) -
BROWN (CHI - ) GREEN (CH4 -)
GRAY (CH 1+) WHITE (CH4 +)
FOUR CHANNEL CONNECTIONS:
FLOATING GROUND RAN0 (MOST COMMON TYPE)
/ - \
FRONT
= GRAY (CH 1+) LEFT+ 1 LRIGHT+ WHITE(CH4+) :
FOUR CHANNEL CONNECTIONS:
COMMON GROUND RADIO
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Make the speaker connections using speaks
heavier.
As with any audio component, proper phasing of t
1 strong bass response. When connecting, make su
connected to the positive (+) of the speaker, and the
!
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TWO CHANNEL t
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS /
Front Left Rear Left
4 Ohm Speakers
(2 Ohm Minimum)
FOUR CHANNEL SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
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SPEAKER coNtwcnoNs
\
REAR I+-
GRAY (CH3 ‘)
BROWN (CH3 - )
BLACK (GROUND)
t
RIGHT - GREEN (CH4 -)
RIGHT + WHITE (CH4 +)
MMON TYPE)
1 LRIGHT+ WHITE(CH4+) ’ I
Make the speaker connections using speaker wire that is at least 14 gauge or
heavier.
As with any audio component, proper phasing of the amplifier and speakers is essential for
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strong bass response. When connecting, make sure that positive (+) from the amplifier is
connected to the positive (+) of the speaker, and the same for negative (-).
4 Ohm Speaker
(2 Ohm Minimum)
TWO CHANNEL CL600M SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
Front Left Rear Left
4 Ohm Speakers
(2 Ohm Minimum)
FYUR CHANNEL SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
Rear Right Front Right
4 Ohm Speakers
(2 Ohm Minimum)
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SPEAKER co~~Ec~roNs (BRIDGED) SPEAKER CONNING
The Clarus amplifiers are capable of being bridged in a mono configuration. This f eature alliws
you the flexibility of using the amplifier to drive a ** subwoofer or a center channel. In this
configuration the amplifier sums the right and left channel to deliver one channel (mono)
output.
Please note: in order for the amplifier to sum right and left signal information, both right and
left RCA connections must be made.
**CAUTION! In the bridged mode, the amplifier must see a 4
lower than 4 Ohms will cause the amplifier to overheat and possibly cause permanent
damage to theamplifier!
4 Ohm Speaker
TWO CHANNEL BRIDGED SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
4 Ohm Speaker
FOUR CHANNEL BRIOGEO SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
4 Ohm Speaker
The amplifier is capable of running in a Mono / Stc
the ability to run stereo satellites (midbass & twee
These connections are more complicated because
networks (Not provided) to divide the frequencies
diagram for 4 Ohm connections. If you wish to
impedance and higher power, it is strongly recom
from your Profile retailer beforeattempting to ma
Please Note: In the Tri-mode configuration, the c
the” OFF” position so the speakers receive full ran
Left
Mid / Tweeter
4 Ohm
(2 Ohm Minimum)
t
LEGEND Q
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CAUTION! In Tri- mode operation, the amplifi
stereo satellites and no lower than 4 Ohms fc
above mentioned impedance will cause the aI
permanent damage to theamplifier.
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EC-/TONS (BRIDGED) SPEAKER CONNECTIONS (~-RI-MODE)
Iridged in a mono configuration. This feature allows
drive a ** subwoofer or a center channel. In this
t and left channel to deliver one channel (mono)
Irn right and left signal information, both right and
lmplif ier must see a 4 Ohm load or higher. Any
‘ier to overheat and possibly cause permanent I
m Speaker
CONNECTIONS
4 Ohm Speaker
R CONNECTIONS
4 Ohm Speaker
The amplifier is capable of running in a Mono / Stereo mode. This feature gives the amplifier
the ability to run stereo satellites (midbass & tweeter) simultaneously with a mono subwoofer.
These connections are more complicated because they require the use of passive crossover
networks (Not provided) to divide the f requencies to the speakers. We have included a sample
diagram for 4 Ohm connections. If you wish to use multiple speakers to achieve a lower
impedance and higher power, it is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice
from your Profile retailer before attempting to make these connections.
Please Note: In the Tri-mode configuration, the amplifier’s built-in crossover must be set to
the” OFF” position so the speakers receive full range output.
Left
Mid / Tweeter
4 Ohm
(2 Ohm Minimum)
L E i E N D
Right
Mid / Tweeter
--
4 Ohm
NON-POLAR
INb”CTOI (2 Ohm Minimum)
CAPACITCIR(COIL)
Mono Woofer
8 Ohm
(4 Ohm Minimum)
stereo satellites and no lower than 4 Ohms for the subwoofer( Any lower than the
above mentioned impedance will cause the amplifier to overheat and possibly cause
permanent damage to the amplifier.
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ADJUSTING THE X-OVER, BASS AND SUBSONICFILTER
(Please note: If you intend to use the amplifier in the Tri-mode configuration, it is necessary
to set the crossover control to the”FULL” setting in order to receive full range output)
The Clarus amplifiers are equipped with a built-in variable crossover network allowing you to
select the crossover type (i.e. Low-Pass or Hi-Pass) and the desired crossover point. For
example if you wish to drive a pair of subwoofers, you can select the “Low Pass” setting on the
amplifier to filter out high frequencies. This will send only low frequencies to your subwoofers
(see example settings below). The crossover point should be determined by the speakers
operating range. Please refer to speaker manufactures recommended crossover point.
Select the crossover type on the
omplif iers side panel.
(Low-pass is selected in this example for subwoofers)
Bass
FULL
Boost w I w \
Select the CFOSSOV~Ppoint You can odd up to 18dB bass boost by
for your speakers. increasing the Bass Boost control.
P
CL1200 81CL600M Models Only I
A Sub Sonic Filter is provided for the CL1200 d
CL6OOM to filter out sub sonic frequencies beloti
the audible range that would normolly waste the
amplif icrs power.
Sub Sub
Sonic Sonic ’
20Hz
og ou
CL1200 CL6OOM
I-INE TUNE THE SYSTEM
Fine tune the amplifier’s input sensitivity.
Gain
0
Access to the gain sensitivity control for the Clarus
CD
amplifier is located on the side panel. This gain control has
been included to allow adjustment to properly match the
output of the radio. This is one of the most misunderstood
iin rd:x adjustments. By rotating the control in the clockwise
direction, the amplifier’s input will become more sensitive and
the music will play louder. This is not a volume control and you will not get more power out of
the amplifier in the maximum position! It may seem to deliver more output, but actually the
system is only playing louder faster as you turn the volume control on the radio. Ideally, to
properly level match the system the goal is to achieve maximum output from the amplifier
without distortion at about 3/4 of the volume control.
To determine if the amplifier’s gain is set properly, turn the system on and slowly increase the
volume control. You should be able to use about 3/4 volume before the system gets loud but
not distorting. It is very important when making these adjustments that you do not over drive
thespeakers (at point of distortion) this will cause permanent damage to thespeakers. If you
are unable to achieve 3/4 volume before distortion you will need to adjust gain control (in this
case you would reduce the gain). The gain controls should be adjusted very slowly. It may help
to have another person to assist you by adjusting the gain controls while you listen for
distortion.
TROUBLE sH00Tm
We have put together this trouble-shooting guide
the amplifier. Please keep in mind that the majc
improper installation and not the equipment itself.
the system that could cause various signal probl
engine noise.
Before you can properly address the problem, y
causing the problem. This will take patience and a p
LOOK FOR.. . .
No Output
Blown fuse
Bad RCA Cable(s)
+12Vat power terminal
+12V at remote terminal
Grounding point clean and tight
Head Unit’s fader not in center positior
Low output
Check level adjustments
Bad RCA cable(s)
Improper level matching
Engine Noise
Grounding points are clean and tight
Ground all components at same point
Try different grounding point
Bad RCA cable(s)
Use High Quality shielded RCA cables
Low Vehicle charging system and/or bal
Protection L.E.D. Illuminated
Speaker short
Speaker grounding out
Impedance too low
Overheating
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BASS AND SUB SONIC FILTER
fier in the Tri-mode configuration, it is necessary
!tting in order to receive full range output)
Glt-in variable crossover network allowing you to
r Hi-Pass) and the desired crossover point. For
lfers, you can select the “Low Pass” setting on the
swill send only low frequencies to your subwoofers
ver point should be determined by the speakers
mufactures recommended crossover point.
TROUBLE SHOOTING THE SYSTEM
We have put together this trouble-shooting guide if you experience problems after installing
the amplifier. Please keep in mind that the majority of problems incurred are caused by
improper installation and not the equipment itself. In addition, there are many components in
the system that could cause various signal problems such as inducted electrical noise and
engine noise.
Before you can properly address the problem, you must first find the component that is
causing the problem. This will take patienceand a process of elimination.
LOOK FOR.. .. SOLUTION
,
5s boost b)
t control.
CL1200 & CL6OOM Models Only
4 Sub Sonic Filter is provided for the CL1200 6
:L6oOM to filter out sub sonic frequencies below
the audible range that would normally waste the
zmplificrs power.
Sub Sub
Sonic Sonic
20Hr
o&2o& ou
CL1200 CWOOM
IE THE SYSTEM
ivity .
the gain sensitivity control for the Clarus
ocated on the side panel. This gain control has
:d to allow adjustment to properly match the
le radio. This is one of the most misunderstood
By rotating the control in the clockwise
e amplifier’s input will become more sensitive and
ume control and you will not get more power out of
may seem to deliver more output, but actually the
u turn the volume control on the radio. Ideally, to
is to achieve maximum output from the amplifier
mecontrol.
lroperly, turn the system on and slowly increase the
about 3/4 volume before the system gets loud but
\aking theseadjustments that you do not over drive
ill cause permanent damage to the speakers. If you
istortionyou will need to adjust gain control (in this
:ontrols should beadjusted very slowly. It may help
f adjusting the gain controls while you listen for
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No Output
Blown fuse
Bad RCA Cable(s)
+lZVat power terminal
+lZVat remote terminal
Grounding point clean and tight
Head Unit’s fader not in center position
Replace
Replace
Check connection
Check connection
Check for ground w/meter
Set to center position
Low output
Check level adjustments Re-adjust
Bad RCA cable(s) Replace
Improper level matching Re-adjust
Engine Noise
Grounding points are clean and tight
Low Vehicle charging system and/or battery
Ground all components at same point
Try different grounding point
Bad RCA cable(s)
Use High Quality shielded RCA cables
Check for ground w/meter
Ground at same point
Fix and/or replace
Change for better ground
Replace
Rejects inducted noise
,Protection L.E.D. Illuminated
Speaker short
Speaker grounding out
Impedance too low
Overheating
Checkspeakers connection
for short circuit
Make sure speaker wires
do not touch chassis ground
Checkspeakerimpedance
(Min 2 ohm Stereo, 4 Mono)
Check mounting location
for Adequateair Circulation
Speaker impedance too low
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Output Power 0 4 Ohm
RMS Power 0 4 Ohm
RMS Power 0 2 Ohm
Bridged RMS 0 4 Ohm
THD 0 RMS Power
Frequency Response
Signal To Noise
Stereo Separation
Low Level Input
Load Impedance Stereo
Load Impedance Bridged
Crossover Type (12dB/Octave)
Crossover Frequency (Variable)
Bass Boost 0 45Hz (Variable)
Power Terminal Size
Speaker Terminal Size
Fuse Value (ATUATO Type)
Size (H x D x W)
Output Power 0 4 Ohm
RMS Power 0 4 Ohm
RMS Power 0 2 Ohm
Bridged RMS 0 4 Ohm
THD 8 RMS Power
Frequency Response
Signal To Noise
Stereo Separation
Low Level Input
Load Impedance Stereo
Load Impedance Bridged
Crossover Type (12dB/Octave)
Crossover Frequency (Variable)
Bass Boost 8 45Hz (Variable)
Sub Sonic Filter
Internal Power Supply
Power Terminal Size
Speaker Terminal Size
Fuse Value (ATUATO Type)
Size (H x D x W)
SPECIFICATIONS
CL300 CL400 CL600 C
2 x 150w 2 x 2oow
2x75W 2
x 1oow
2 x 1lOW
2 x 150w
1 x 225W 1 x 3oow
<0.05% <0.05%
20Hz ..,30Khz 20Hz - 30Khz
>105dB >105dB
85dB 85dB
200mV - 5V 200mV - 5V
2 -. 8 Ohms 2-80hms
4 -. 8 Ohms 4 y 8 Ohms
HP / LP / Full HP / LP / Full
40Hz .+500Hz 40Hz .. 500Hz
OdB - 18dB OdB - 18dB
6 Gauge 6 Gauge
6 Gauge 6 Gauge
1x 25A lx40A
2 5/ “x 10” x 9”
8 2 ‘/ ” x 10” x 10 5/ ”
8 8
CL800 CL1200
2 x 4oow
2 x 2oow
2 x 3oow
1 x 600W
<0.05%
20Hz - 30Khz
>105dB
85dB
200mV * 5V
2 _ 8 Ohms
4 - 8 Ohms
HP / LP / Full
40Hz - 500Hz
OdB +.18dB
Dual
4 Gauge
6 Gauge
2 x 30A
2 “/ ” x 10” x 15‘/ ”
8 8
15 16
2 x 600W
2 x 3oow
2 x 450w
1x 9oow
<0.05%
20Hz - 30Khz
,105dB
85dB
200mV - 5V
2 * 8 Ohms
4 - 8 Ohms
HP / LP / Full
40Hz * 500Hz
OdB .-.18dB
Off / 2OHz
Dual
4 Gauge
6 Gauge
3 x 30A
2 “/ ” x lo” x 25”
8
SPECIFIC
A’
2 x 3oow Output Power 0 4 Ohm
2 x 150w RMS Power 0 4 Ohm
2 x 225w RMS Power 0 2 Ohm
1 x 450w Bridged RMS 0 4 Ohm
x0.05% THD 0 RMS Power
20Hz .-.30Khz Frequency Response
>105dB Signal To Noise
85dB Stereo Separation
200mV- 5V ’ Low Level Input
2-80hms Load Impedance Stereo
4-80hms Load Impedance Bridged
HP / LP / Full Crossover Type (12dB/Octave)
40Hz .-.500Hz
OdB- 18dB ’ Crossover Frequency (Variable)
Bass Boost 0 45Hz (Variable)
4 Gauge Power Terminal Size
6 Gauge Speaker Terminal Size
2 x 25A <i Fuse Value (ATCIATO Type)
2 “/ ” x lo” x 12S/‘A
8 8
Size (H x 0 x W)
Output Power 0 4 Ohm
RMS Power 0 4 Ohm
RMS Power 0 2 Ohm
THD 0 RMS Power
Signal To Noise
Stereo Separation
Low Level Input
Load Impedance
Crossover Type (12dB/Octave)
$ Crossover Frequency (Variable)
Bass Boost 0 45Hz (Variable)
Sub Sonic Filter
Power Terminal Size
1 Speaker Terminal Size
Fuse Value (ATCIATO Type)
Size (H x D x W)
4r
4,
4)
2)
4
20Hz
>l(
8
2001
2-
4-
HP /
40Hz
Ode
61
61
2
2 5/ ” x
8
CL1
1
1
1
20H
201
5ol-
Od
Off 1

FICAT-IONS SPECIFICATIONS
10
)W
W
1W
iW
%
OKhz
!B
3
.. 5v
hms
hms
/ Full
loot-z
8dB
9e
9e
jA
I” x 9”
3W
3W
3W
)W
%
lOKhz
IB
3
- 5v
hms
hms
1 Full
OOHz
8dB
I
9e
9e
)A
x 15 7/g”
15
CL400
2 x 2oow 2 x 3oow
2 x 1oow 2 x 150w
2 x 150w 2 x 225W
1x 3oow 1 x 450w
<0.05% <0.05%
20Hz ... 30Khz 20Hz - 30Khz
>105dB >105dB
85dB 85dB
200mV y 5V 200mV _ 5V
2 - 8 Ohms 2 - 8 Ohms
4 - 8 Ohms 4 - 8 Ohms
HP / LP / Full HP / LP / Full
40Hz - 500Hz 40Hz - 500Hz
OdB - 18dB
OdB .. 18dB
6 Gauge 4 Gauge
6 Gauge 6 Gauge
lx40A 2 x 25A
2 j/ ” x 10” x 105/ ”
8 8
2 “/ ” x 10” x 12 5/ ”
8 8
CL1200
2 x 600W
2 x 3oow
2 x 450w
1x 9oow
x0.05%
20Hz - 30Khz
>105dB
85dB
2OOmV _ 5V
2-80hms
4 - 8 Ohms
HP / LP / Full
40Hz * 500Hz
OdB .. 18dB
Off / 2OHz
Dual
4 Gauge
6 Gauge
3 x 30A
2 ‘/ ” x lo” x 25”
8
CL600
Output Power 0 4 Ohm
RMS Power 0 4 Ohm
RMS Power 8 2 Ohm
Bridged RMS 0 4 Ohm
THD 0 RMS Power
Frequency Response
Signal To Noise
Stereo Separation
Low Level Input
Load Impedance Stereo
Load Impedance Bridged
Crossover Type (12dB/Octave)
Crossover Frequency (Variable)
Bass Boost 8 45Hz (Variable)
Power Terminal Size
Speaker Terminal Size
Fuse Value (ATUATO Type)
Size (H x 0 x W)
Output Power 8 4 Ohm
RMS Power 0 4 Ohm
RMS Power 0 2 Ohm
THD 0 RMS Power
Signal To Noise
Stereo Separation
Low Level Input
{Load Impedance
Crossover Type (12dB/Octave)
, Crossover Frequency (Variable)
Bass Boost 0 45Hz (Variable)
Sub Sonic Filter
Power Terminal Size
D Speaker Terminal Size
Fuse Value (ATC/ATO Type)
Size (H x D x W)
CL440
4 x 1oow
4X5OW
4X75W
2 x 150w
<0.05%
20Hz y 30Khz
>105dB
85dB
200mV ti 5V
2-80hms
4-80hms
HP / LP / Full
40Hz - 500Hz
OdB - 18dB
6 Gauge
6 Gauge
2 x 20A
2 ‘/ ” x lo” x 105/8”
8
CL600M
1x 600W
1 x 3oow
1 x 450w
20Hz - 30Khz
>105dB
85dB
200mV - 5V
2-80hms
LP / Full
50Hz .. 120Hz
OdB - 18dB
Off / 20Hz / 50Hz
4 Gauge
6 Gauge
2 x 25A
2 “/ ” x lo” x 12‘/ ”
8 8
16
CL640
4 x 150w
4X75W
4 x 1lOW
2 x 225w
<0.05%
20Hz * 3OKhz
>105dB
85dB
200mV .. 5V
2 - 8 Ohms
4 - 8 Ohms
HP / LP / Full
40Hz - 500Hz
OdB - 18dB
4 Gauge
6 Gauge
2 x 25A
2 5/ ” x lo” x 125/ I’
8 8

Pl?‘F\LE LIMITEO WARRANTY
Profile Consumer Electronics, Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of One (1) Year from the date of sale to the
original consumer purchaser. If this product is proven to be defective within this one
year period, Profile will repair it when said product is returned, with a copy of the
dated sales receipt, freight prepaid to Profile.
This warranty is valid only in the United States. This warranty does not cover any
expense incurred in the removal and/or re-installation of this product. This warranty
does not cover any Profile product damaged by accident, misuse, abuse, improper line
voltage, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of God. This warranty is void if any parts ;
and/or service is/are furnished by anyone other than Profile. This warranty is void if
the factory applied serial number is altered or removed from the product.
This warranty does not cover cartons, cases, batteries, broken or marred cabinets,
magnetic tapes, or any other accessories used in connection with this product or
consequential damages due to a defect in the product.
Any implied warranties, including fitness for use and merchantability, are limited in
duration to the period of the express warranty set forth above. No person is
authorized to assume for Profile any other liability in connection with the sale of the
product. Profile expressly disclaims liability for incidental and consequential
damages that might be caused by this product. The remedies provided under this
warranty are exclusiveand lieu of all others.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary
from state to state or province to province. Some states or provinces do not allow
limitation on how long warranties last, so the above may not apply to you. Additionally,
some states/provinces do not allow the exclusion to limitation of consequential or
incidental damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
* In the space below, record the model number that is located on the back of the unit
along with the purchase date and location.
Model Number
Purchase Date Where Purchased
RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT ALONG WITH THIS CARD. IT IS YOUR ONLY
VALID DOCUMENTTO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE.
Pl?‘F\LE WARRA
In the unlikely event of product failur
should be followed
1) The unit must be under the l-year \
2) The unit must have no physical dam
3) A copy of the original proof of put-c
4) Include a brief description of the 1
5)Includethereturnstreetaddress
6) Allow 2-3 weeks for repair (this pe
Send unit to : PROFILE CON
17625 FABRZ
CERRITOS, C
TEL: (714) 6
Note: All units failing to meet
subject to a chargeand

LIMITEO WARRANTY
-rants this product to be free from defects in
1of One (1) Year from the date of sale to the
roduct is proven to be defective within this one
n said product is returned, with a copy of the
Profile.
red States. This warranty does not cover any
r re-installation of this product. This warranty
naged by accident, misuse, abuse, improper line
-acts of God. This warranty is void if any parts
lone other than Profile. This warranty is void if
tered or removed from the product.
:, cases, batteries, broken or marred cabinets,
ories used in connection with this product or
-in the product.
#essfor use and merchantability, are limited in
zss warranty set forth above. No person is
Ither liability in connection with the sale of the
ns liability for incidental and consequential
is product. The remedies provided under this
thers.
I rights. You may have other rights which vary
sovince. Some states or provinces do not allow
so the above may not apply to you. Additionally,
the exclusion to limitation of consequential or
ation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Inumber that is located on the back of the unit
ation.
_ Where Purchased
ONG WITH THIS CARD. IT IS YOUR ONLY
\RRANlY SERVICE.
Pl?SF\LE WARRANTY REPAIR POLICY
In the unlikely event of product failure, the following procedures
should be followed
1) The unit must be under the l-year warranty period.
2) The unit must have no physical damage.
3) A copy of the original proof of purchase must be sent with the unit.
4) Include a brief description of the problem or failure with the unit.
5) Include the return street address and daytime telephone number.
6) Allow 2-3 weeks for repair (this period includes shipping time).
Send unit to : PROFILE CONSUMER ELECTRONICS, INC.
17625 FABRICA WAY
CERRITOS, CA 90703
TEL: [phone]
Note: All units failing to meet the above requirements will be
subject to a charge and or may not be repaired.

PROFILE CONSUMER ELECTRONICS, INC.
17625 FABRICA WAY
CERRITOS, CA 90703
TEL: [phone] l FAX: [phone]
WORLD WIDE WEB: WWW.PROFILEUSA.COM