Harman Kardon CA1500M User manual

CA1500M
OWNER’S MANUAL
OWNER’S MANUAL
OWNER’S MANUAL
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OWNER’S MANUAL
OWNER’S MANUAL
OWNER’S MANUAL
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OWNER’S MANUAL
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OWNER’S MANUAL
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Harman Kardon®Power Amplifier
CERTIFIED PERFORMANCE
This amp has been individually tested and meets or exceeds all published specifications.
Serial Number ___________________ Inspector ___________________

012
9-1/4"
234mm
2-1/2"
62mm
3
7 8 B
G
4 6 C D
9 A
15-15/16"
404mm
F
A
ABCD
E
1x
2x
4x
1x
1x
1x 1x – 3mm
3
1-5/8"
43mm
1-5/8"
65mm
1"
27mm
5
AB

Installation Warnings and Tips:
•Disconnect the negative (–) lead from your vehicle’s
battery.
•At the installation sites, locate and make a note of all
fuel lines, hydraulic brake lines, vacuum lines and elec-
trical wiring. Use extreme caution when cutting or
drilling in and around these areas.
• Choose a safe mounting location away from moisture.
• Make sure there is sufficient air circulation at the
mounting location for the amplifier to cool itself.
• Mount the amplifier, using the supplied hardware.
Specifications
•360W RMS x 1 channel @ 4 ohms and ≤1% THD + N*
•600W RMS x 1 channel @ 2 ohms and ≤1% THD + N*
• THD+N: 0.05% (rated power @ 4 ohms)
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 80dBA
(reference 1W into 4 ohms)*
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 105dBA
(reference rated power into 4 ohms)
•Frequency response: 10Hz – 300Hz (–3dB)
*CEA-2006A-compliant
0Speaker Output Connectors
•Connect the speakers to these terminals, observing
proper polarity.
• Minimum speaker impedance is 2 ohms.
1Fuse
•Replace only with the same type and rating.
2Power Input Connectors
•+12V: Connect to the positive terminal of the vehi-
cle’s battery. 4 AWG wire is recommended. Install
an appropriate fuse holder and fuse (80A minimum)
within 18 inches of the battery. Make sure the wire
is not damaged or pinched during installation.
Install protective grommets when routing wires
through the firewall or other sheet metal.
• GND: Connect to the vehicle’s chassis. Refer to
the illustration below.
• REM: Connect to the “Remote Out” lead from the
source unit or to a source of switched 12V+ (ACC).
3Subwoofer Remote Level Control Connector
•Connect the Remote Level Control (RLC) here, using
the supplied RJ-11 cable.
4Phase Control
•Phase of the output signal can be adjusted from 0°
to 180° compared to the input signal. Choose the
setting that best suits your preference.
5Subsonic EQ: Variable Subsonic High-Pass Filter
With Variable Boost (Q)
•For woofers in tuned (vented) enclosures, set the
frequency control to a value 10Hz below the enclo-
sure’s resonance (tuned) frequency.
• For woofers in sealed boxes, set the control to any
value you prefer between 30Hz and 50Hz.
• Set the Boost control according to your preference,
being careful not to apply enough boost to damage
your woofer(s).
ASubsonic EQ Boost control provides up to 12dB
of boost, slightly above the high-pass filter’s
frequency. See above for appropriate settings.
BSubsonic EQ High-Pass Filter Frequency control,
variable between 10Hz and 80Hz. See above for
appropriate settings.
6Crossover-Frequency Control
• 12dB/octave crossover, variable from 32Hz to
320Hz. See Ffor the adjustment procedure.
7Gain (Input Level) Control
•Used to match the input level of the amplifier to
the output level of the source unit. See Efor the
adjustment procedure.
8Input Management System (IMS) Input Connector
(RJ45 Ethernet Cable)
•When used with the IMS, this connector provides
asingle connection for front, rear, subwoofer and
remote turn-on.
9Input Connectors (RCA)
•Connect to front RCA outputs from the source unit
or signal processor.
AAux Output Connectors (RCA)
•Nonfiltered pass-through output. Connect to the
input of an additional subwoofer amplifier.
BProtect LED
•Illuminated under any of the following fault
conditions: battery over/under voltage, short
circuit in speaker wires, amplifier is too hot,
amplifier’s output circuit has failed (DC voltage
present in the amplifier’s output).
CInput Management System (IMS) Output
Connector (RJ45 Ethernet Cable)
•When the IMS input connector is connected to
the IMS, this output will pass the IMS signal (see
above) to an additional amplifier that includes an
IMS input connector.
DPower On LED
•Illuminated when the amplifier is on.
ESetting Gain (Input Level)
ATurn Gain control counterclockwise to
MIN (minimim).
BWith a dynamic music track playing, turn the
head unit’svolume control to the 3/4 position.
CTurn Gain control clockwise until the bass
output is proportionate to the output of the high-
frequencyspeakers, according to your preference.
DGain is nowadjusted correctly.
FSetting the Crossover
ACrossover setting for subwoofers.
Note: Acceptable frequencyranges indicated
in gray.
GRemote Level Control
The Remote Level Control, if installed, will allow
you to adjust the level of bass while seated in the
listening position.
Factory Bolt Ring Connector
Ground Wire
Note: Remove anypaint
below ring connector.
Star Washer
This product is designed for mobile applications and is not
intended for connection to the mains.
Avalid serial number is required for warranty coverage.
Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change
without notice.
CA1500M

Declaration of Conformity
We, Harman Consumer Group, Inc.
2, route de Tours
72500 Château du Loir
France
declare in own responsibility that the product described in this owner’s
manual is in compliance with technical standards:
EN 55013:2001+A1:2003
EN 55020:2002+A1:2003
Klaus Lebherz
Harman Consumer Group, Inc.
Château du Loir, France 9/07
250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, New York 11797
www.harmankardon.com
©2007 Harman International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved.
Harman Kardon is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries.
Part No. CA1500MOM 9/07