Flying Mole PM-C161dc User manual
PM-C161dc
Owner’s Manual
Cascade Series
Digital Car Amplifier Module
* Please read this manual thoroughly before installing.
Thank you for purchasing the PM-C161dc Digital Car Amplifier Module.
In order to use the product in a safe manner, please read this Owner’s
Manual thoroughly before using.
Also, keep this manual for future reference.
●This product is designed for use in automobiles (DC12V only).
●Please consult with a car audio specialist before installing or adjusting this prod-
uct.
●The warranty and product repair are only valid if this product is installed by an
authorized dealer.
Compensation for accidents, trouble, or repair, etc., due to the disregard of this
warning is the responsibility of you, the owner.
●Shipping costs are the responsibility of you, the owner.
WARNING
●
This product
is designed for use in automobiles with grounded 12V power. Do not use
this product
in ve-
hicles, such as large trucks, diesel vehicles equipped for cold weather operation, etc., that are equipped with
24V power.Doing so can result in fire, damage, etc. If
this product
is to be used in a vehicle equipped with 24V
power, consult with the dealer from whom you purchased
this product
before using.
●Do not install
this product
in places such as those described below.
Doing so may inhibit driving or cause
this product
to become detached from where it is installed, resulting in
a traffic accident or injury.
• Locations where it may block your vision while driving.
• Locations where it may hamper automobile operation, such as steering or operation of the
shift lever, brake pedal, etc.
• Locations that may put passengers at risk.
●If the installation of
this product
requires the drilling of holes in the automobile, install
this product
in a
location where the drilling of those holes will not damage or come into contact with the automobile’s pipes,
hoses, tanks, and wiring, etc. Improper installation can lead to fire or damage.
●When wiring
this product
, disconnect the negative (–) terminal from the battery.
Not doing so may cause a short circuit resulting in electrical shock or injury.
●When using the automobile’s fasteners, such as nuts or bolts, to connect the system’s ground, do not use
those that are found in the any of the automobile’s safety systems such as steering, seat rails, brake system,
etc.
Using these fasteners may result in accidents, damage, etc.
●When installing
this product
’s wiring in the automobile, make sure that the wires do not come into contact with
any of the automobile’s components that get hot.
The insulation on the wires can melt causing a short circuit resulting in accidents or damage. Pay particular
attention when installing the wiring in the engine compartment.
●Never split the lead wire to supply power to other
product
.
●When installing or reinstalling
this product
, consult the dealer from whom you purchased
this product
to
ensure that
this product
is installed and operated in a safe manner.
Installation of
this product
requires special skills and procedures.
●Make sure the parts supplied with
this product
are used properly.
Using parts that are not supplied with
this product
may cause internal damage to
this product
or cause
this
product
to become detached due to unstable installation. This can result in accidents, damage, etc.
●Do not install
this product
where it may be exposed to rain, water, high humidity, dust.
Moisture, humidity, or dust inside
this product
can produce smoke or fire.
●Do not install
this product
where it can not be adequately secured such as locations that are susceptible to
vibration, etc.
This product
can become detached causing accidents or injury.
●When using the automobile’s fasteners such as bolts, nuts, etc., to install
this product
, never use those found
on parts related to the steering, seat rails, brake system, fuel tank, etc.
Doing so can result in obstructing movement or operation of the part, damage, or fire.
●Make sure that
this product
is properly connected.
Poor connections can result in fire or accidents.
●Do not run wires through or around the automobile’s moving parts on the body, seat rails, etc.
Wires may be cut causing short circuits that may result in accidents, electric shock, or fire.
●After wiring is complete, secure all wires with a clamp or insulated tape.
Cables that are in contact with the automobile’s body can wear out and short, resulting in accidents or fire.
●If
this product
’s power wire is connected directly to the battery, use a power wire that has a greater load
handling capacity than what is recommended for use with
this product
.
Using a power wire that has an insufficient load handling capacity can result in fire or electric shock. For
this particular
product
, we recommend purchase of a large gauge power wire, which is sold separately.
●When drilling holes in the automobile to install the wiring, use insulated grommets.
Wires that are in contact with the automobile’s body can wear out and short, resulting in accidents or fire.
●When using the automobile’s fasteners such as bolts, nuts, etc., to install
this product
, make sure all
fasteners are firmly tightened.
Loose nuts and bolts can result in accidents or fire.
Cautions Related to Product Installation
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●To use this product in a safe manner, please read this “Owner’s Manual” thoroughly before using.
●After reading this manual, please keep it in an easily accessible place (glove box, etc.) for future
reference.
■About the icons
Icons are used throughout this Owner’s Manual to promote safe operation of this product, prevent
injury to you and others, and prevent property damage. The icons and their definitions are given
below. Make sure you fully understand the meaning of these icons before reading the main instruc-
tions.
Safety Instructions
Cautions Related to Product Use
CAUTION
Ignoring warnings marked with this icon and improper
use of this product may result in injury.
WARNING
Ignoring warnings marked with this icon and improper
use of this product may result in death or serious in-
jury, or damage property.
■Icon Examples
This icon indicates matters that require warning or caution. Details related to the warning are provided
in the illustrations (as in the illustration shown to the left, which warns against pinching your fingers).
This icon indicates matters that are prohibited. Details related to the warning are provided in the illustra-
tions or close by (as in the illustration shown to the left, which indicates that dismantling is prohibited).
This icon indicates instructions that must be carried out or obeyed.
WARNING
●Never dismantle or modify this product.
Accidents, fire, and or electric shock can result.
●Immediately stop using product if you notice any irregularities in its operation, such as this prod-
uct does not produce sound, etc.
Accidents, fire, and or electric shock can result. If such unusual operation occurs, please consult
with the dealer from whom you purchased this product.
●Immediately stop using this product as soon as you detect anything abnormal such as foreign
objects or water inside this product, smoke, unusual odors, etc. Then consult with the dealer
from whom you purchased this product.
Continued use of this product under such condition may result in mishaps, fire, or electric shock.
CAUTION
●Adjust the volume of this product to a level at which you can hear sounds outside of the automobile.
Driving while unable to hear outside sounds may result in an accident.
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■Front Panel
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qPOWER Indicator/Level Meter
The blue LED lights when the unit is switched ON.
The level meter's LEDs light to indicate the output level.
wINPUT LEVEL Volume Control
This knob is used to control the input signal's volume
level.
The level is adjustable between –30dB and 0dB.
* If the amplifier is driving a speaker with a low power han-
dling capability, make sure that the Input Level is not set
too high.
Part Names and Functions
●
Highly efficient DC/DC converter
The unit's highly efficient DC/DC
converter's 95% conversion rate offers low
power consumption, compact design, and
low heat generation.
●
High Efficiency
The unit's total efficiency of 88% (100W/
8Ω) 80% (160W/4Ω) offers efficient power
conversion (input-SP output).
●
Total Harmonic Distortion
A 0.05% (4Ω/1kHz, at 50W output) rating
offers low distortion.
●
High output power
160W/4ΩMonaural
100W/8ΩMonaural
0 50 100 150
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90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
Total Efficiency
Power Efficiency
● PM-C161dc Total Efficiency (at 4Ωload)
Total Efficiency (%)
SP Output (W)
●
Compact Size
46.5 (W) x 132.5 (H) x 327 (D) mm
1-13/16” (W) x 5-3/16” (H) x 12-7/8” (D)
●
Lightweight
Weight: approx. 1kg 2.21 lbs
Features
GND
INPUT
SPEAKER
4ΩMIN
POWER
REMOTE
BATT.
Battery Cable (DC+12V)
Ground Cable
Head Unit
Rear Panel
Speaker
Remote
4~8Ω
LINE OUT
(L or R)
■Rear Panel
GND
INPUT
SPEAKER
4ΩMIN
POWER
REMOTE
BATT.
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Part Names and Functions
Connections
eINPUT Jack
RCA type input jack is provided.
Connect this jack to the car stereo head unit's PRE-OUT
jack.
rSPEAKER Connections
This is the power amplifier's speaker output terminal.
Connect the speaker to this terminal.
* Make sure the speaker connected to the amplifier has an
impedance of 4Ωor more.
tPower Connections
These terminals are used to supply the unit with power.
Use a power or ground wire with a 12AWG or better rating.
Main Power .............. BATT.
Ground ..................... GND
Remote On ............... REMOTE
Optional Items
Specifications
Rated Output Power 160W x 1ch (4Ω)
Frequency Response 5Hz ~ 25kHz (4Ω/ +0, –3dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.05% (4Ω/ 1kHz, at 50W)
S/N Ratio 120dB (400Hz ~ 30kHz BPF)
Compatible Speaker Impedance 4Ω~ 8Ω
Input Sensitivity 1Vrms
Input Impedance 10kΩ(VR max)
Gain Variable Range –30 ~ 0dB
Power Supply DC 12 ~ 14.4V
Maximum Dimensions 46.5 (W) x 132.5 (H) x 327 (D) mm
1-13/16” (W) x 5-3/16” (H) x 12-7/8” (D)
Weight Approx. 1kg 2.21 lbs
* Specifications and/or product design are subject to change without notice due to product improvement.
●DCA-B2
This is a mounting base for two
PM-C161dc units.
●DCA-M5
This rack can mount up to five
PM-C161dc units.
●DCA-M8
This rack can mount up to eight
PM-C161dc units.
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