Lanzar Vector VCT-2110 User manual

Lanzar Audio Inc.
1600 63rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11204
[phone]
www.lanzar.com
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congratulations...
Congratulations on your purchase of a Lanzar VECTOR series amplifier. You have purchased
a quality product designed and engineered to give you many years of uncompromised
musical service. VECTOR series amplifiers are designed with the latest technology available,
which provides headroom for even the most demanding peaks and dynamic ranges
found on modern CD's and recordings.
VECTOR Owner's Manual
table of contents
features and specifications
system wiring speaker connections
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electrical connections
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stereo/mono input connections
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mounting and installation
protection circuitry and troubleshooting
precautions
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features and specifications
2 ch amp VCT-2IIO • VCT-22IO
crossover mode selector
inpot level controls
crossover frequency control
bass boost selector
low level input
high level input
AUX line outputs
power LED
protection LED
power fuse
power terminals
speaker connectors
When used with normal, full range system, set this switch to "FULL'.
If you wish to use the internal crossover to power a driver or specific
frequency range, use the 'LPF'or "HPF" FOR the "LOWPASS" OR
HIGHPASS' settings.
Enables the matching of input levels to the output levels from head unit
(or other signal source). The input sensitivity of adjustment ranges from
6V to 200mV.
When crossover mode selector is in HIGHPASS mode, this control sets
the lower frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
When crossover mode selector is in LOWPASS mode, this control sets
the upper frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
The crossover is continuously variable adjustment from 40 to 250 Hz.
This selector switch permits the bass level an increase of 18dB.
(VCT-2110/2210)
This amp features RCA type jacks for high impedance input.
Use these with car stereo output which uses RCA type connector cables.
If your car stereo jacks are not RCA type output, use the high-low level
input adaptor to connect the speaker output leads of carstereo and the
RCA input jacks of amp.
This amp features RCA jacks for AUX line outputs.
Use these for unlimited system expansion to the next VECTOR.
This indicator is illuminated in GREEN when power is applied.
This indicator is illuminated in RED when the built-in protection circuitry
is actirated.
The fuse protects the amplifier and your car's electrical system from short
circuit conditions.
Use these connectors to deliver power, ground, and remote turn-on control
to the amplifier.
These terminals are to guarantee high conductivity and minimum signal loss.
output power @ 144v DC, IKHz
RMS Power @ 4 Ohms
THD@40hms
RMS Power @ 2 Ohms
THD @2 Ohms
Maximum Power Output
VCT-2110
50 Watts x 2
75 Watts x 2
75 Watts x 2
100 Watts x 2
500 Watts x 2
1000 Watts x 1
VCT-2210
100 Watts x 2
150 Watts x 2
150 Watts x 2
200 Watts x 2
1000 Watts x 2
2000 Watts x 1
frequency response
input impedance
low level inputs
input sensitivity
low level inputs
S/N ration
channel separation -
crossover filters
low Pass
high Pass
bass boost
stereo mode
maximum current draw
power supply voltage
dimensions (W x H x L)
mm
inches
15 Hz-30 KHz
10K Ohms
- 200mV~6V Adjustable
- >95dB -
- >65dB -
40 Hz-250 Hz
40 Hz-250 Hz
0/+18dB
2-4 Ohms
4-8 Ohms
30A 40A
14.4VDC Neg. Ground (10.5-16V)
270x44.5x228
10.63x1.75x9
270x44.5x305
10.63x1.75x12
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features and controls
2 ch amp VCT-2IIO • VCT-22IO
low level inputs
AUX line outputs
input level control
power/protection LED
crossover frequency control
crossover mode selector
Bass Boost selector
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features and specifications
2 ch amp VCT-23IO • VCT-2-qiO • VCT-25IO
crossover mode selector
input level controls
crossover frequency control
bass boost level control
sub sonic control
low level input
high level input
AUX line outputs
power LED
protection LED
power fuse
power terminals
speaker connectors
When used with normal, full range system, set this switch to "FULL ".
If you wish to use the internal crossover to power a driver or specific
frequency range, use the "LPF'or "HPF" FOR the ’LOWPASS" OR
HIGH PASS" settings.
Enables the matching of input levels to the output levels from head unit
(or other signal source). The input sensitivity of adjustment ranges from
6Vto200mV.
When crossover mode selector is in HIGHPASS mode, this control sets
the lower frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
When crossover mode selector is in LOWPASS mode, this control sets
the upper frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
The crossover is continuously variable adjustment from 40 to 250 Hz.
This control permits adjustment of the bass level up to an increase of
approximately up to 18dB. (VCT-2310/2410/2510)
When the sub sonic selector switch is in "ON" mode, this filter control
permits continuously variable adjustment from 10 to 100Hz.
(VCT-2310/2410/2510)
This amp features RCA type jacks for high impedance input.
Use these with car stereo output which uses RCA type connector cables.
If your car stereo jacks are not RCA type output, use the high-low level
input adaptor to connect the speaker output leads of car stereo and the
RCA input jacks of amp.
This amp features RCA jacks for AUX line outputs.
Use these for unlimited system expansion to the next VECTOR.
This indicator is illuminated in GREEN when power is applied.
This indicator is illuminated in RED when the built-in protection circuitry
is actirated.
The fuse protects the amplifier and your car's electrical system from short
circuit conditions.
Use these connectors to deliver power, ground, and remote turn-on control
to the amplifier.
These terminals are to guarantee high conductivity and minimum signal loss.
output power @ 14.4v DC, IKHz
RMS Power @ 4 Ohms
TUB @4 Ohms
RMS Power §2 Ohms
THD @2 Ohms
Maximum Power Output
Bridged Power at 4 Output
frequency response
input impedance
low level inputs -
input sensitivity
low level inputs
S/N ration
channel separation
crossover filters
low Pass -
high Pass
bass boost
sub sonic filter
VCT-2310
150 Watts x 2
250 Watts x 2
250 Watts x 2
300 Watts x 2
1500 Watts x 2
3000 Watts xl
ICT-2410
200 Watts x2
300 Watts x 2
300 Watts x 2
400 Walts x 2
2000 Watts x 2
4000 Watts xl
15 Hz-30 KHz
VCT-2510
300 Watts x 2
450 Watts x 2
450 Watts x 2
650 Watts x 2
2500 Watts x 2
5000 Watts xl
stereo mode
maximum current draw
power supply voltage
dimensions (W x H x L)
mm
inches
— 10K Ohms —
— 200mV~6VAdjustable -
— >95dB —
— >65dB —
- 40 Hz-250 Hz -
- 40 Hz-250 Hz -
- 0~+18dB -
- 10-100 Hz -
- 2-4 Ohms -
- 4-8 Ohms -
50A BOA BOA
14.4VDC Neg. Ground (10.5-16V)
270x44.5x331 270x44.5x432 270x44.5x532
10.63x1.75x15 10.63x1.75x17 10.63x1.75x21
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features and controls
2 ch amp VCT-23IO • VCT-2-4IO • VCT-25IO
bass boost level control
low level inputs
AUX line outputs
input level control
power terminals
power/protection LED
crossover frequency control
crossover mode selector
sub sonice filter switch
speaker connections
power fuse
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electrical connections
2 ch amp • VCT-2IIO • VCT-22IO
VCT-23IO • VCT-2^110
VCT-25IO
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stereo input connections
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mono input connections
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mono input connections
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using lOLU iBVBl inputs
Stereo Output mode
speaker connections
Bridged mono Output mode
2 ch amp • VCT-2IIO • VCT-22IO
VCT-23IO • VCT-2^IIO
VCT-25IO
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mounting and installation
Your new Lanzar Vector Series amplifier comes complete with all required mounting hardware. When determining a suitable location in your vehicle for the amp, please remember
that it is a high-power electronic device capable of generating high heat.
For this reason, always choose a location In your vehicle which has low vibration, adequate ventilation, a minimum of dust, and no moisture Be sure to
mount the amp in such a manner as to allow reasonable airflow over the cooling fins.
Mark the location for the mounting screw holes by positioning the amp where you wish to install it and use a scribe (or one of the mounting screws) inserted in each of the
mounting holes to mark the mounting surface. If the mounting surface is carpeted, measure the hole centers and mark with a felt tip pen.
Before attempting to drill the mounting holes, take note of any wires, lines or other devices in your vehicle which may be located behind the mounting
surface! Then drill pilot holes in the mounting surface for the mounting screws and insert them. Tighten the screws securely.
When making electrical connections to your amplifier, please observe the
following:
Use at least 8 gauge wire for power and ground connections.
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 auto start lead of your head unit, equalizer or power antenna.
About power fuses:
Lanzar Vector Series amplifiers feature built-in fuse systems. These fuses protect both the
amplifier and the electrical system in your vehicle from fault conditions. If you ever need to
replace the fuse in your Lanzar Vector Series amp, use a fuse of exactly the same type and
rating. A different type or rating of fuse may result in damage or fire.
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troubleshooting
protection
circuitry
The built-in protection circuitry in the Lanzar Vector
Series amplifiers will disable the amplifier if it senses
an input overload, a speaker short circuit, or extreme
temperature conditions.
When the protection circuit is activated by any of
these conditions, the Protection LED will be
illuminated.
If this occurs, carefully inspect the system to
determine the source of the problem.
• If the shutdown was a result of a thermal overload
condition, allow the amplifier to cool down before
attempting to restart it.
• If the shutdown was a result of an input overload,
or speaker short circuit, be sure to correct the
condition before restarting.
The amplifier can be restarted by turning the remote
power OFF and then ON again.
No output.
Confirm that all terminal strip connections are secure and tight.
Check both in-line and built-in fuses. Both the +12V and the Remote terminals must have +12v referenced to chassis
ground.
Confirm that the audio signal source (car radio, equalizer, etc.) is connected and is supplying output signal. To
check if the amp is supplying signal, unplug the cables from the signal source (but leave them plugged into the
amp). Briefly tap the center pin of each of the disconnected RCA plugs with your finger. This should produce a noise
(feedback) in your speakers.
Only one channel works.
Confirm that all terminal strip connections are secure and tight.
Check the Balance control on the head unit (or other source) to verify that it is set to its midpoint.
If you are using the Low Level RCA input, reverse the input plugs at the amplifier (i.e., switch the L with the R). If
the channels which is silent switches to the other side, the problem is either in the head unit/other source or the
connecting cables.
Weak output.
Readjust the Input Level Control(s) to better suit the input signal.
Noise in the audio.
If the noise is a “whine" whose pitch follows the engine speed, confirm that the amplifier and any other signal
sources (head unit, etc.) are properly grounded.
If the 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 the ignition is in need of service.
Check the rounting ot the speaker and input wires to make sure they are not adjacent to wires which interconnect
lights and other accessories.
If the above steps fail to improve or clear noise interference, the system should be checked by a professional mobile
audio installer.
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precautions
Do not operate the amplifier when it is unmounted.
Attach all audio system components securely within
the automobile to prevent damage, especially in an
accident.
Do not mount this amplifier so that the wire
connections are unprotected, or in a pinched
condition, or likely to be damaged by nearby objects.
Before making or breaking power connections in
your system, disconnect the vehicle battery. Confirm
that your head unit or other equipment is turned off
while connecting the input jacks and speaker
terminals.
If you need to replace the power fuse, do so only
with a fuse identical to that supplied with the amplifier.
Using a fuse of a different type or rating may result
in damage that isn’t covered in the manufacturer’s
warranty.
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