Focal FP Dual Direct User manual

WARNING
This symbol denotes important instructions. Non respect of these instructions may lead to serious
injuries and even fatal injuries.
CAUTION
This symbol denotes important instructions. Non respect of these instructions may lead to injury or
material damage
We thank you for choosing Focal amplifiers for your Car Audio system and for sharing our philosophy
“the Spirit of Sound”. This product offers the latest advances in Focal amplifiers. In order to obtain the
best results, we highly recommend you have your new amplifier installed by your local Focal distributor.
To maximise the use all the functionalities of your amplifier and to fully enjoy its performance levels, we
recommend that you read the entire instructions in this booklet. We recommend you keep this manual for
future reference.
Contents of the packaging
- 1 FP Dual Direct amplifier
- 1 FP Dual Direct amplifier user’s manual
- screws
- x 0 amp fuses (spares)
- 1 BTR key-set
- 1 quality control sheet
Français page 17
FP DUAL DIRECT
User Manual
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RETURNED TO US WITHIN 10 DAYS OF PURCHASE.
Due to constant technological advances, Focal reserves its right to modify specifications without notice. Images may not conform exactly to specific product.
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• Do not turn on any function which may distract you while driving the vehicle. Functions requiring
sustained attention must only be used when the vehicle is at a complete standstill. Make sure to always stop
your vehicle in a safe place before operating these functions. There is a risk of causing an accident.
• Keep the volume at a low level so as to be able to hear exterior noises while driving the vehicle.
There is a risk of causing an accident.
• Do not open the amplifier or undertake any modifications of the product. There is a risk of accident,
fire or electric shock.
• Only use this amplifier with 12V mobile applications. Any other use other than the use for which this
product has been designed may lead to fire, electric shock or injury.
• Use fuses of the correct amperage. There is a risk of fire or electrocution.
• Do not obstruct radiators and/or vents. Internal overheating may occur and cause a fire.
• Ensure all connections are properly made. Check the section of cable and the type of cable if it does not
correspond with the use. There is a risk of fire, injury and/or damage to the product.
• To be used only with 12V batteries. Check with your distributor if required. There is a risk of fire, injury
and/or damage to the product.
• Do not use nuts or fasteners part of the steering or braking systems for ground connection. The
fasteners and nuts used for the brake and steering systems (or any other security system) as well as various
tanks must never be used for grounding. Use of these parts as ground may deactivate the vehicle’s control
system and cause a fire or other technical problem.
• Keep all small objects which could be swallowed, such as the fasteners and screws, out of the reach
of children. Swallowing such objects may cause serious injuries. In the event of swallowing any of these
objects, seek medical advice immediately.
• Before commencing the installation, disconnect the negative terminal of the battery to avoid any risk
of injury, fire or damage to the equipment.
Fig. 1
WARNING 2
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Listening for prolonged period at a high volume level, over 110dB, can lead to permanent
deterioration of your hearing. Listening at a volume of over 130dB, even for short periods of time,
can cause incurable damage and injury to your hearing.
Stop operation in the event of a problem. Failure to heed this precaution may result in injuries or damage
to the product. If a problem persists, return the product to your Focal distributor for repair.
Use the specified accessories and be sure to install them correctly. Only use the accessories specified in
the user’s manual and those which are supplied with the package. The use of other components could cause
internal damage to the product, and their installation risks to not being correctly installed. The parts being used
risk becoming loose and causing damages or technical faults with the product.
Do not assemble in very humid or dusty places. Avoid assembling the product in places with high levels of
humidity or an excessive presence of dust. Humidity or dust getting inside the product may cause a technical fault.
Installation of the amplifier
The installation of this product requires technical knowledge and experience. In case you are uncertain of your
ability to correctly install the amplifier, we strongly recommend you contact your Focal retailer to install it for
you, so that you will be able to take full advantage of all the different possibilities of the amplifier.
Wiring of the amplifier
Only use the wires recommended in this manual. The loudspeaker wire must ONLY be used for connecting the
amplifier to the loudspeakers. The section of power cables must correspond with that which is detailed in the
table (page 7) and correspond with the power of the amplifier and the length of the cable. Use double or triple
shielded RCA cables to avoid any interference of the low level signal.
Duration of operation of the amplifier
Avoid operating the amplifier for more than 10 minutes before starting the vehicle. This may cause the battery
to go flat.
Warm-up period
In order to get the best sound quality of the FP Dual Direct amplifier, we advise you to respect a
warm-up period.
CAUTION 3
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Material required for the installation
• 2 conduits of suitable cross-section (1 conduit for the power cable, 1 conduit for the loudspeaker, REMOTE,
RCA signal cables).
• Multimeter (voltage/amperage)
• Soldering iron + solder
• Crimping tool
• Stripping pliers
• Wire cutter
• Spanner for battery terminal
• Hand drill and assorted drills
• Heat shrinks of suitable diameter for the different cables.
• Power cable of suitable length and section
• Remote turn on cable (REMOTE) of suitable length and section
• Ground cable of suitable length and section
• Assorted connectors
• Fuse holder and suitable fuse
• Joint tag for the battery’s positive (+) terminal
• Joint tag for the vehicle’s chassis (-)
• Screw with minimum 6mm screw head and its nut for ground connection to the chassis of the vehicle.
FOREWORD NOTES 4
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The below section deals with issues regarding the vehicle which are necessary to take into account for the
installation of the amplifier. You’ll save time by planning the system layout and wiring in advance. Ensure that
during this preparatory time that the GAIN rotary potentiometer is accessible once the installation is complete.
Before starting the installation, please follow the following rules carefully
1 - After reading the whole manual, be sure that you have understood all the instructions before installing
the amplifier.
2 - Disconnect the battery’s negative wire before starting the installation. (fig. 1).
3 -To facilitate the assembly, we strongly recommend that you unwind all the wires before installing the
amplifier.
4 - Put aside all the RCA cables, loudspeakers, REMOTE from the power cables in order to avoid any
interference of the signal.
5 - Use quality connectors to ensure a reliable installation and to minimise any losses of signal or power.
6 -Think carefully before drilling anything. Be extremely careful not to cut or drill the petrol (fuel) tank, the
fuel, brake, hydraulic or vacuum pipes, as well as the electrical wiring.
7 - Never route a wire under the vehicle. It is absolutely imperative to install them inside the vehicle for
better protection. While routing the wires, verify that they do not impair the driving of the vehicle.
Cables obstructing or routing through areas such as the steering wheel, pedals (brake, accelerator and
clutch, etc.) may be extremely dangerous.
8 - Avoid routing wires above or through sharp rims. Any wire routed through metal must be protected
with a grommet. Route the wires well away from mobile parts (seat rails,…) and from sharp or pointed
cutting edges. This will avoid catching or damaging the wires.
9 - Always protect the battery and electrical circuit from potential damages with the help of fuses. Install a
fuse holder and suitable fuses on the 12V positive (+) power cable at less than 0cm from the battery
terminal. Ideally, this abovementioned distance should be the shortest possible. (fig. 7).
10 - Prepare the chassis ground by scraping any trace of paint on the metal surface in order to ensure
correct grounding. The grounding connections should also be as short as possible and ALWAYS
connected to the metal welded to the body or the chassis of the vehicle. (fig. 4).
11 - NEVER install this product in the engine compartment of the vehicle. This will void the guarantee.
INSTALLATION 5
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I - Set-up and cabling
Where to install the amplifier?
The amplifier power is such that substantial heat is generated when it is operation. This is why the amplifier has
to be placed in a well-ventilated area of the car.
2 - Attaching the amplifier
The surface onto which you want to attach the amplifier (boot of the car, etc.) may not be smooth enough (due
to bumps, ribs, etc) to make it easy or even possible to fasten the amplifier. If this is the case, we recommend
that you mount the amplifier and its attachment system on a wooden base – i.e. MDF, plywood – which itself
is attached to the surface in question.
Position the amplifier at the desired location. Mark the location of attachment holes using appropriate means
– i.e. an indelible marker, a screwdriver, etc. Make sure that there is nothing below the surface which could
be damaged during drilling – i.e. tanks, bundles of cables, etc. Remove the amplifier, making sure that you
are using a 3mm-diameter drill bit, and then drill. Put the amplifier back into the initial position you chose
for it. Attach the amplifier using the four self-tapping screws supplied. For additional help, see the “General
Installation Guidelines” section.
WARNING
Think carefully before drilling anything. Be extremely careful not to cut or drill the petrol (fuel) tank,
the fuel, brake, hydraulic or vacuum pipes, as well as the electrical wiring.
INSTALLATION 6
Fig. 2
- Screws
- Holes
- Steel base
- MDF base
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3 - Cabling
WARNING
If there is a doubt as to your ability to install the amplifier and to cable the system properly, get a
Focal distributor to do it for you.
WARNING
Before you begin the connection phase of set-up, remove the vehicle battery’s negative (-) terminal
(fig. 1).
CAUTION
Avoid routing power supply cables close to low-level input cables (RCA), to your car’s radio aerial, or to
sensitive units. High-current power supply cables can cause static/interference that affects audio signals.
CAUTION
Keep cables as short as possible to optimise the system’s set-up performance and to reduce
signal loss.
3.1 - What power supply wire gauge should I use?
Amplifier Main fuse Length of Cable in Metres
0 - 4m 4 - 8m
FP Dual Direct 160A
35mm253mm2
2AWG* 0AWG
*AWG : American Wire Gauge
INSTALLATION 7
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3.2 - Route the low-level audio cables (RCA cable), the loudspeaker cables, the POWER REMOTE cable,
ensuring to isolate them from powerful automobile accessories, particularly electric motors (windshield
wiper,…). Keep the whole length of the cables, which will be adjusted later on.
3.3 - Route the positive power cables (+). Make sure when doing so to route them opposite the cables that you
have previously drawn – this is to avoid any interference. DO NOT CONNECT THE CABLE YET.
3.4 - Get hold of the negative power cable. This cable should be as short as possible and ideally should not
be any longer than 1 metre, to ensure effective coupling between the amplifier and the car’s chassis. The cable
and its wire gauge should comply with the table on page 7. Find a suitable ground point (fig. 4), then sand it
to remove any traces of paint or other covering and in so doing optimise the contact point. Pierce the metal
that you have previously sanded, making a hole the same size as the screw you are using, making sure that
there are no tank cables or any other sensitive vehicle devices nearby. Remove the plastic around 1 cm of cable
and then tin it. Screw the cable firmly down onto the amplifier’s GND terminal. Tin the other end of it and then
crimp or weld it onto the terminal lug provided. Insert the terminal lug in the screw, and then put the screw and
nut in place and screw-drive the screw in firmly.
fig. 4
fig. 3
1cm
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3.5 - You can now commence the connection phase of the audio, REMOTE, and loudspeaker cables. Connect
the audio cables to the amplifier (fig. 5). When connecting RCA, take care to respect the polarities (INPUT Left
= black or white, INPUT right = red). Then connect the cable(s) to the car radio. Now connect the REMOTE
cable to the amplifier (REM terminal) screwing tightly. Connect the other end of the REMOTE cable to the car
radio REMOTE terminal.
Connect the loudspeaker cables to the amplifier and make sure the polarities are correct (+ + ; - -) (fig. 6).
WARNING
The FP Dual Direct amplifier is not recommended for load impedances under 2Ω.
3.6 - Get the positive (+) power supply cable ready for connection to the amplifier by removing 1cm of the
plastic coating from the end of it. Tin this part of the cable using a soldering iron and tin the wire. Insert the
plastic-free tinned part of it in the amplifier’s “+ BATT” terminal, then secure the cable in place by screwing
it in tightly.
WARNING
The cable that links the positive (+) terminal to the battery at the amplifier’s “+ BATT” binding post terminal
must ABSOLUTELY be fused (see current ratings listed in the table on page 7) not more than 0cm from the
vehicle’s battery. The connections on the fuse-holder must be fully insulated.
* If the car radio is not equipped with RCA outputs, high-level to low-level adapters
(loudspeaker outputs that are used as RCA outputs) are available fro all Focal
distributors. These adapters will enable the cables to be connected via the car radio’s
loudspeaker outputs instead of the requisite RCA outputs, which they replace.
fig. 6
fig. 5
INSTALLATION 9
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3.7.1 - The implementation phase of the fuse holder for a safe installation can now be commenced. The fuse
holder should be linked at both end of the positive (+) power cable. It should be placed close to the battery
{10 to 0cm. (fig. 7)}. Remove the fuse holder taking care to remove the fuse. Fix the fuse holder’s fuse
base. Cut the red power cable between 10 and 0cm. (maximum) from the battery (fig. 7). Strip 1 cm. (fig.3),
then solder. Screw the cable to the holder base.
3.7.2 - Collect the remaining scrap cable. Strip 1cm. (fig.3), then solder. Screw the cable to the other fuse
holder terminal. Tin the end of the power supply cable before you connect it to the battery’s positive (+)
terminal. Weld the end of the cable to the terminal lug that is going to be used for the battery’s positive (+)
terminal. Connect the terminal lug to the battery’s positive terminal.
3.8 - Insert the fuse into the fuse-holder(s), and screw in tightly.
3.9 - Connect the loudspeaker cables to the right and left channel crossover networks, making sure that
the polarities are the same (note: + = cable with a red border if you are using a Focal kit) as those used
for standard cabling set-ups. The FP Dual Direct can operate in bridged mode (see product specifications
page 1 ) for amplifying subwoofers. To do so, simply connect the positive (+) loudspeaker cable to the left
channel’s (“LEFT”) positive (+) binding post terminal and connect the negative (-) loudspeaker cable to the
right channel’s (“RIGHT”) negative (-) binding post terminal.
CAUTION When connecting several subwoofers, check for the impedance compatibility. The FP Dual Direct
amplifier should ONLY be used with load impedances between 2 and Ohms.
NOTE
Loudspeakers coils have specific impedances (generally , 2 or 1Ω). The nominal power of the amplifier
depends on the load impedance to which it is connected. The lower the load impedance, the higher the power
supplied by the amplifier. Connection of several subwoofers on a single one and same channel of the amplifier
allows the impedance to vary as follows:
fig. 7
0 cm max
INSTALLATION 10
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• Connection in series of several subwoofers of the same impedance
Total impedance = Nominal impedance X number of subwoofer(s)
• Parallel connection of several subwoofers of the same impedance
Total impedance = Nominal impedance/number of subwoofer(s) and/or coils.
3.10 - The connection phase is now complete. You must still verify the correct power supply as well as the
correct operation of the complete system (car radio/amplifier/loudspeakers). Set all gains (source, amplifier)
to their minimum. Turn on the different elements. Once all elements are on, carry out a test at low volume,
adjusting the various gains.
NOTE The FP Dual Direct amplifier has internal fuses. Changing these parts requires the opening of the
amplifier’s rear cover. Only a Focal dealer can change these parts. Please bring the product to your installer
to carry out the change and to thus avoid any damage to the product, electric shock, or cancellation of the
guarantee.
WARNING
Do not open the amplifier or undertake any modifications to the product. There is a risk of accident, fire or
electric shock.
fig. 9
fig. 10
INSTALLATION 11
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3.11 THE BELOW PROCEDURE IS ONLY FOR THE FOCAL DUSTRIBUTOR/INSTALLER NEVER CHANGE
THE FUSES YOURSELF.
Procedure for changing fuses
- Turn the amplifier and all other components of the installation off.
- Disconnect the positive battery terminal powering the amplifier without putting it in contact with the metallic
surface of the car.
- Remove the amplifier’s screws.
- Turn the amplifier around taking care not to crush or twist the cables.
- Remove the cover situated underneath the amplifier.
- Remove the damaged fuses.
- Insert the new fuses ensuring the exact same amperage.
- Replace the cover and screws and screw together.
- Turn the amplifier so as to have the rear of the amplifier against the surface you want to connect it to.
- Replace the screw and screw in.
- Connect the battery’s positive terminal, which powers the amplifier.
Connections, features and controls
INSTALLATION 12
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LEGENDS 13
ANALOG INPUT the RCA sockets are dedicated to low level analog signal input. These connectors allow
to feed the low level signal from the source to the amplifier.
GAIN the GAIN rotary potentiometer allows you to adjust the level of the input signal in the amplifier.
ATTENTION: increasing the input gain does not mean more power, but more noise. The amplifier’s input
accepts a signal with amplitude between 0.2 and 5V.
GAIN SWITCH the gain selector permits to determine the maximum value of the amplification gain. As
an example the selection of a value of 0.2V results in the limitation of the gain in voltage at 0.2V when the
rotary potentiometer GAIN is at the maximum of its movement.
LINE OUT the LINE OUT output enables the connection of a second amplifier in cascade, without the need
to feed additional RCA cables from the source to the additional amplifier.
Light (indicator) the light allows you to verify if the amplifier is working correctly. If the LED indicator is
green, this means the amplifier is powered on and is working correctly. A red LED means the amplifier is in
protective mode after any malfunction (overheating, faulty wiring,…).
GND the GND (ground) power connector receives the negative (-) cable providing the connection between
the amplifier and the vehicle’s chassis.
+BATT the +BATT power connector is for the power cable and ensures the connection between the
amplifier and the battery’s positive (+) terminal. This connection should have a fuse between 10 and 0cm
from the battery.
REMOTE the REMOTE connector links the amplifier, an additional amplifier and the source (car radio) via
a REM or REMOTE car radio output. This enables the automatic turn-on of the amplifier and the additional
amplifier from the source (car radio). The right connector can be used to link the FP Dual Direct amplifier
to the source, and the left connector can be linked to an additional amplifier.
SPEAKERS the SPEAKERS’ connectors link the amplifier and the loudspeaker’s crossovers (or the
loudspeakers in the case of active filtering). It is IMPERATIVE to respect the polarities.
NOTE: the FP Dual Direct amplifier can be used in bridged mode for connecting a subwoofer (the two
loudspeaker outputs increase their respective power and become a sole loudspeaker channel.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 14
FP Dual Direct
Nominal power measured at 13.8V
continuously @ 4Ω
2 x 250WRMS
Nominal power measured at 13.8V
continuously @ 2Ω
2 x 00WRMS
Power in bridge mode measured at
13.8V continuously @ 4Ω
1 x 800WRMS
Power in bridge mode measured at
13.8V continuously @ 2Ω
1 x 1200WRMS
Power supplies Dual fully regulated
Signal/noise ratio > 110dB (A)
Damping factor at 4Ω > 600
Frequency response 10Hz – 0kHz
Input impedance 13kΩ
Input sensibility 0.2 – 5V
Analog input RCA
Output stages Transistors :
6 x Toshiba 2SC5200
6 x Toshiba 2SA19 3
Operational amplifiers Burr-Brown®
Maximum cross section of loudspeaker
cables
10mm2
7AWG
Maximum cross section of power cables 53mm2
0AWG
Protections Short-circuit
Continual power
Over-heating
Clipping limiter
Overvoltage
Polarity reversal
Dimensions (H x W x D) 50 x 5 0 x 280mm (2 x 21.25 x 11“)
Weight 7.5kg (16.53lb)
Comment: In our endeavour to continually improve our products, Focal reserves the right to modify the technical specifications of this product without prior notice.
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TROUBLESHOOTING 15
1 The LED indicators on the top and on the side of the amplifier are off
- Check that there is a DC voltage of 10.5 to 15.5V at the amplifier power supply connector.
- Check that there is a DC voltage of 10.5 to 15.5V at the battery positive terminal and at the remote switch-
on cable (REMOTE). Check the quality of the connections at the two cables of the amplifier, the audio
source, the battery and fuse holder Repair or replace if necessary.
- Check the fuse(s) of the battery’s positive cable.
- Check the fuse(s) situated on the sides of the amplifier.
- Check that the ground connection is properly implemented on the vehicle’s chassis, and that it is on a
clean metal surface (without any traces of paint or varnish).
- If connections are good, the dysfunction is due to the internal fuses of the amplifier. Please visit your Focal
retailer to solve the problem.
2 The LED indicator on the top of the amplifier is off, the indicator on the side of the amplifier is on
and red
- Switch off the amplifier and the source (car radio).
- Turn on the source (car radio) and the amplifier after waiting for its upper side to cool down.
- If the problem persists, go to step 3.
3 Verification of the amplifier’s audio connections
- Check that the RCA input connections are properly connected both at the audio source and to the
amplifier. Ensure that the cables are not twisted or broken.
4 The amplifier turns on then turns off
- Verify that no loudspeaker cable is in contact with the vehicle’s body (ground point).
- Switch off the audio source and the amplifier. Disconnect the loudspeaker cables and test the loudspeakers
with a multimeter adjusted to the impedance measurement to ensure they are working correctly.
- Touch the amplifier with care to check its temperature. If the temperature is high, the amplifier is in thermal
protection mode and must cool down.
- Verify the voltage of the + BATT cable. If the voltage is over 15V or below 10.5V, refer to a specialist in
car electrical systems.
5 No sound on one channel
- Check the connections of the amplifier end and at the audio source.
- Also check the balance (audio source), then check the loudspeakers with a multimeter in order to make
sure there is no short-circuit.
6 Sound level is low
- Check the setting of the potentiometer (volume) of the audio source and the input sensibility of the
amplifier (gain).
7 The amplifier stops after a long period of operation
- Check the colour of the LED indicator on the side. If it is red, the amplifier is likely in thermal shutdown.
This is evidence of poor cooling due to an improper location or positioning of the amplifier.
- If cooling is ok, check the impedance of the loudspeakers to ensure that it is compatible with the amplifier’s
capabilities.
- If this is the case, make sure that the positive terminal of the vehicle’s battery do supply a DC voltage
comprised between 10.5V and 15V. Also check that the cable cross section is according to the
recommendations of page 7.
- Check that the fuse contained in the fuse holder situated near the vehicle’s battery is suitable.
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TROUBLESHOOTING 16
Once all these verifications have been undertaken and if the amplifier still does not work, contact
your nearest Focal retailer.
Conditions of the Guarantee
In the event of a problem, firstly contact your Focal distributor.
The guarantee for Europe of all Focal material is for 2 years. In the event of faulty material, this should be sent
at your cost in its original packaging to your distributor, who will analyse the equipment and determine the
nature of the problem. If it is under guarantee, the equipment will be returned to you or replaced “post-paid”.
Otherwise a quote for the repair job will be given to you. The guarantee does not cover damages caused by
improper use of improper connection of the amplifier.
Outside Europe, Focal equipment is covered by a guarantee with local conditions which are set out locally by
the official Focal distributor in each country, in accordance with local legislation.
8 Noise increasing with accelerating vehicle
- This is a ground loop phenomenon. To verify if this noise is caused by an incorrect grounding, switch off
the amplifier and the audio source, then remove the amplifier’s RCA cables (ensure that they are shielded
and are not touching the chassis once disconnected). Switch the amplifier and the audio source on.
- If the problem persists, it is a grounding problem. If it disappears, the problem is due to the RCA cables
being either damaged or too close to the power cables. It is thus necessary to change and place the RCA
cables opposite the power cables.
- In the event of a grounding problem, ensure that the ground cables are correctly connected and that the
quality of the contacts is good (no paint or varnish on the grounding area).
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FP DUAL DIRECT
Mode d’emploi amplificateur
AVERTISSEMENT
Ce symbole désigne les instructions importantes. Le non-respect de ces instructions peut entraîner de
graves blessures, voire la mort.
ATTENTION
Ce symbole désigne des instructions importantes. Le non-respect de ces instructions peut entraîner
des blessures ou des dommages matériels.
Nous vous remercions d’avoir choisi Focal pour l’amplification de votre syst me Car Audio et de
partager avec nous notre philosophie : “the Spirit of Sound”. Pour obtenir les meilleurs résultats,
nous vous recommandons de faire installer votre nouvel amplificateur par votre revendeur Focal.
Afin d’exploiter l’ensemble des fonctionnalités de votre amplificateur et ainsi profiter pleinement de
ses performances, nous vous conseillons de lire attentivement les instructions de ce livret. Nous vous
invitons à le conserver pour vous y référer ultérieurement. Tout probl me dû au non-respect des
r gles d’utilisation peut entraîner une invalidation de la garantie.
Contenu de l’emballage :
- 1 amplificateur FP Dual Direct
- 1 mode d emploi amplificateur FP Dual Direct
- 4 vis de fixation
- 4 fusibles de 40 ampères
(pour remplacement ultérieur éventuel)
- 1 jeu de clés BTR
- 1 fiche de contrôle qualité
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NOUS RETOURNER LA PAGE 35 DANS LES 10 JOURS
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• N’activer aucune fonction susceptible de détourner votre attention lors de la conduite du
véhicule. Les fonctions requérant une attention prolongée ne doivent êtres exploitées qu à l arrêt complet du
véhicule. Veiller à toujours stopper le véhicule dans un endroit sûr avant d activer ces fonctions. Il y a risque
de provoquer un accident.
• Garder le volume à faible niveau de façon à pouvoir entendre les bruits extérieurs durant la période
de conduite du véhicule. Il y a risque de provoquer un accident.
• Ne pas ouvrir l’amplificateur, ni opérer de modifications sur le produit. Il y a risque d accident,
d incendie ou de choc électrique.
• Utiliser cet amplificateur sur des applications mobiles de 12 volts uniquement. Toute utilisation autre
que l application désignée comporte un risque d incendie, de choc électrique ou de blessure.
• Utiliser des fusibles d’ampérage approprié. Il y a risque d incendie ou de décharge électrique.
• Ne pas obstruer les radiateurs et/ou les sorties d’air. Une surchauffe interne peut se produire et
provoquer un incendie.
• Effectuer correctement les connexions. Vérifier la section du câble et le type de câble s il ne correspond
pas à l utilisation. Il y a risque d incendie, de blessures et/ou d endommagement de l appareil.
• A utiliser uniquement sur des batteries 12 volts. Vérifier auprès de votre concessionnaire le cas échéant.
Il y a risque d incendie, de blessure et d endommagement de l appareil.
• Ne pas utiliser d’écrous ni de boulons du circuit de direction ou de freinage pour la connexion de
la masse. Les boulons et écrous utilisés pour les circuits de freinage et de direction (ou tout autre système
de sécurité) ainsi que les différents réservoirs ne doivent jamais être utilisés pour l installation ou la liaison
à la masse. Lutilisation de ces organes comme masse peut désactiver le système de contrôle du véhicule et
causer un incendie ou tout autre avarie.
• Garder les petits objets susceptibles d’être ingérés, comme les boulons ou les vis, hors de portée des
enfants. Lingestion de tels objets peut entraîner de graves blessures. En cas d ingestion, consulter un médecin.
• Avant d’entamer l’installation, déconnecter la borne négative de la batterie pour éviter tout risque de
blessure, d incendie ou d endommagement du matériel.
Fig. 1
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L’écoute prolongée à fort niveau, au-delà de 110 dB, peut détériorer durablement l’audition.
Des écoutes, même br ves, au-delà de 130 dB, peuvent provoquer des lésions auditives
irrémédiables.
Interrompre toute utilisation en cas de probl me. Le non-respect de cette précaution peut entraîner des
blessures ou endommager l appareil. Si un disfonctionnement persiste, retourner l appareil auprès de votre
revendeur Focal en vue de la réparation.
Utiliser les accessoires spécifiés et les installer correctement. Utiliser uniquement les accessoires spécifiés
dans le manuel, ainsi que ceux qui sont fournis dans l emballage. Lutilisation d autres composants peut causer
des dommages internes au produit, ou son installation risque de ne pas être effectuée correctement. Les pièces
utilisées risquent de se desserrer et de provoquer des dommages ou une défaillance technique du produit.
Ne pas installer dans des endroits fortement humides ou poussiéreux. Eviter d installer l appareil à des
endroits soumis à une forte humidité ou à une présence excessive de poussière. La pénétration d humidité ou
de poussière à l intérieur du produit risque de provoquer une défaillance.
Installation de l’amplificateur
Linstallation de ce produit requièrent des compétences techniques et de l expérience. En cas d incertitude sur
l aptitude à installer l amplificateur, confier cette tâche à votre revendeur Focal afin de profiter pleinement de
l ensemble des possibilités de l amplificateur.
Câblage de l’amplificateur
Utiliser uniquement les câbles préconisés dans le manuel. Le câble haut-parleur doit être UNIQUEMENT
utilisé pour relier l amplificateur aux haut-parleurs. La section des câbles d alimentation doit correspondre à
celle mentionnée dans le tableau page 23 et est fonction de la puissance de l amplificateur et de la longueur
de câble nécessaire. Utiliser des câbles RCA à double ou triple blindage pour éviter tout parasitage du signal
bas niveau.
Durée de fonctionnement de l’amplificateur
Eviter de faire fonctionner l amplificateur durant plus de 10 minutes sans démarrer le véhicule. Ceci peut
entraîner la décharge de la batterie.
Temps de chauffe
Afin de pleinement profiter des qualités acoustiques de l amplificateur FP Dual Direct, nous vous conseillons
de respecter une période de chauffe.
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Matériel requis pour effectuer l’installation :
• 2 gaines de sections adéquates (1 gaine pour le câble d alimentation, 1 gaine pour le lot de câbles
haut-parleurs, Power Remote, modulation RCA)
• Multimètre (voltage/ampérage)
• Fer à souder + étain
• Pince à sertir
• Pince à dénuder
• Coupe-fils
• Clé de borne de batterie
• Perceuse à main et mèches assorties
• Gaines thermorétractables de diamètres appropriés aux différents câbles
• Câble d alimentation positif (+) de longueur et de section adéquates
• Cosse de liaison à la borne positive (+) de la batterie
• Câble de masse (-) de longueur et de section adéquates
• Cosse de liaison (-) au châssis du véhicule
• Connecteurs assortis
• Porte fusible et fusible adéquat
• Vis avec tête de vis de 6 mm au minimum et son écrou pour mise à la masse sur le châssis du véhicule
• Câble d allumage à distance (Power Remote) de longueur et de section adéquates
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