MB QUART NAUTIC NA180.2 User manual

Installation Manual
NAUTIC
NA180.2/NA360.4/NA710.5/NA540.6
MB Quart has an incredible Marine amplifier lineup with 2, 4, 5 and 6 channel models
available. All NA models feature the following:
- American Boat and Yacht Council compliant Power and Speaker terminals.
- Gold plated Power and Speaker terminals.
- Marine Grade Conformal Coated circuit board to resist corrosion from salt
spray and moisture.
- Non-Corrosive Aluminum extrusion.
- UV and salt spray resistant silk screen and paint.
Congratulations!
By purchasing an amplifier from MB Quart, you have decided on a product of the highest
technical quality. MB Quart wishes you great enjoyment with your amplifier. Should you
have any questions about this system or other MB Quart products, please email us at
[email protected]

Index
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2
3
4
6
5
7
8
9
WARRANTY
TROUBLE SHOOTING
NA360.4 4-ChannelAmplifiers
NA180.2 2-ChannelAmplifiers
NA710.5 5-ChannelAmplifiers
NA540.6 6-ChannelAmplifiers
TECHNICAL DATA
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
General Instructions
Settings for Best Performance
1
WARRANTY
1
FOR EXTENDED WARRANTY INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT
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General Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
2
General:
Run the wiring so that RCAcables are at least 18“ away from power and speaker cables. Keep RCAcables away from electrical devices in the vehicle
that can cause electrical noise, such as electric fuel pumps, emission control modules and other on-board electronic modules.
Power and ground connections:(See table below)
Use a sufficient gauge power cable and ground cable using the chart below as reference to what size wire you require. NAUTIC series amplifiers
require at least 4 gauge power wire. In a multi amplifier system, add the total value of the manufacture recommended fusing to get your total system
amperage. Some applications may require multiple runs of power wire to meet the system requirements. In multi amplifier systems it is advisable to
mount a large enough fuse right at the battery, and run one or multiple +12 volt power cables to a fused distribution block near the amplifiers. It is then
a simple matter to connect the +12 volt terminal of each amplifier to the distribution block. During this process, please ensure that the main power fuse
is removed to avoid shorting the electrical system. The main fuse must be within 12” of the vehicles battery.
Ground each amplifier with as short a ground lead as possible directly to the vehicle chassis using at least 4 gauge wire or equivalent to the size of the
amplifiers’power wire. Use a ground distribution block, if you wish, but it is extremely important to keep the main ground lead from this distribution
block to the chassis as short as possible , not more than 12“. The ground connection integrity to the chassis is very important, and the best way to
achieve a good, solid electrical and mechanical contact is to use a large round crimp lug, crimped and soldered to the ground cable. The next step is to
scrape the paint off the vehicle chassis , slightly larger than the ground lug, at the connection point. Drill a clearance hole in the chassis, the same size
as the lug hole, and use a bolt, spring washer and nut to securely fasten the ground lug. Use petroleum jelly to coat the bolt/lug connection, to prevent
oxidization with time.
TIP: Use the same approach when installing head units, equalizers or any audio equipment for that matter - run short individual grounds from each
piece directly to the vehicle chassis, to minimize ground loops and system noise.All power, ground and speaker connections should be crimped and
soldered for reliability. Make sure that none of the cable insulation can chafe against exposed metal in the vehicle, causing short circuits to the
chassis.
Safe connection sequence:
After all cables are run, connect speaker wires to the speakers and amplifiers, then run and plug in RCAcables. Next, connect all power, ground, and
remote turn on leads. Now connect all +12 volt cables to the amplifier/s and distribution blocks and fuse holders. Finally, connect the main +12 volt
cable to the battery, with the main fuse removed, and we are almost ready to power up the system.
Power up the system:
The following procedure may seem like overkill, but there is nothing more frustrating when turning on a system for the first time, and it does not work
properly immediately.
First, make sure the head unit is off, and turn all level controls to minimum (counterclockwise), including the head unit volume control. Set all equalizers
to 0 dB (no boost), and all crossover frequency controls at approximate frequencies, as recommended by the loudspeaker manufacturer. Set all input
selector and crossover switches as required for the application. Remove all amplifier fuses, and insert the main fuse at the battery. If the fuse does not
blow, you can insert the fuse in one of the amplifiers, and we are ready to turn on the system. Turn the head unit on, insert a CD, or select a radio
station, and increase the head unit volume control. If the system sounds fine, turn off the head unit, and install fuses in the remaining amplifiers, one by
one, till the complete system is powered up and functioning properly.
7-10 ft. 10-13 ft. 13-16 ft. 16-19 ft. 19-22 ft. 22-28 ft.
SYSTEM
AMPERAGE
35-50
50-65
68-85
85-105
105-125
125-150
8
6
4
4
4
2
6
4
4
2
2
0
4
4
2
2
0
0
4
4
2
2
0
0
4
4
2
2
0
0
4
2
0
0
0
0
WIRE LENGTH
WIRE GAUGE

Settings for Best Performance
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
3
NA180.2 / NA360.4 / NA710.5 / NA540.6
General:
At this point you are ready to get more specific on the settings for your amplifier.
Filter Adjustments (Crossover)
High:
-When in High Pass operation, this setting acts as a low frequency cut off for your system reproduction. The point that you set it at cuts off any
frequencies from reproduction beyond this point. The 12 o’clock position is a great starting point. EXAMPLE: If you adjust the Frequency to 100Hz,
the amplifier will not play frequencies below 100Hz but will play frequencies from 100Hz to the highest frequency the amplifier is capable of
reproducing.
Low:
The Low Pass adjustment acts as a ceiling and doesn’t allow frequencies to the right of the desired setting to be reproduced. Turning the Frequency
all the way to the right is a great starting point. EXAMPLE: If you adjust the Frequency to 120Hz, the amplifier will not play frequencies above 120Hz
but will play frequencies from 120Hz to the lowest frequency your amplifier can reproduce.
Flat:
The Flat adjustment bypasses the crossover and allows all frequencies to be sent from the amplifier to your speakers and subwoofers.
Bass EQ:
This setting is a fixed bass boost at 45Hz that is variable. NA710.5 is 0-10dB on the 5th channel while the NA180.2/NA360.4/NA540.6 are 0-9dB.
This feature provides impact to your bass, but if not adjusted correctly, it can be over used and cause damage to your speakers and amplifiers. It is
best to slowly turn this setting clockwise until the desired punch is felt. It is not recommended to exceed the 12 o’clock position unless listening at a
low volume or a low recording quality as this can result in high distortion and possibly clipping.
Level Control Setup:
Ensure that the Level is turned completely to the left prior to turning the system on. Next you should insert a CD or cassette that you are familiar with
to use as a reference, and turn the head unit volume control to about 80% of its full setting. The system sound level will of course be very low, and
the following procedures will help you to match the amplifier input sensitivities properly to the head unit output signal level.
It is important to match the amplifier LEVEL input sensitivity to the Radio/CD output sensitivity. This can be located in the Radio/CD manual.
If the Radio/CD output sensitivity is 2 volts, then adjust the amplifier LEVEL input to 2 volts.
If you are not sure what the Radio output sensitivity is, follow these general guide lines:
Turn the level control up slowly, till you hear distortion, then back off a few degrees on the control. If at any point your amplifier goes into protection,
you will need to turn the Level to the left a bit and then try again. If you reach a point where the output does not increase, stop turning the Level
control to the right as the amplifier/speaker combo has reached its maxx output in this application.

TROUBLE SHOOTING
4
The key to finding the problem in a misbehaving sound system is to isolate parts of that system in a logical fashion to track down the fault.
Description of the Diagnostic system built into all MB Quart amplifiers
Thediagnosticsystemwillshutdowntheamplifier,untilresetbyturningtheheadunit off,andbackon.Thisstateofaffairswillbeindicatedbythe frontpanel
PROTECTLEDlightingupunderthefollowingconditions:
1-Ashortcircuitontheloudspeakerleads.
2-AninternalamplifierfaultthatcausesaDCoffsetontheloudspeakeroutput.
Shouldtheamplifiergointodiagnosticmode,simplydisconnectallRCAandspeakerleads,whilekeeping+12volt,powergroundandremoteleadsconnected.
1.Nowturntheamplifierbackon,andifthediagnosticLEDlights,theamplifierhasaninternalfault.
2.Ifnot,plugtheRCAcablesback,andresettheamplifier.Ifitgoesintodiagnosticnow,thefaultliesintheinput,eitherwithbadcablesorsourceunit.
3.IftheamplifierseemsfinewithRCAcablespluggedin,connectthespeakers,oneatatime,andifoneofthespeakersoritswiringisfaulty,itwillactivatethe
diagnosticsystem.
Amplifier heatsink overheating
Theamplifierswillshutdownwhentheheatsinktemperaturereaches80degreescentigrade,andturnbackononcetheunithascooleddownbelowthatpoint.
Causes of overheating:
1-Inadequatecooling-relocateorremounttoprovidebetternaturalairflowoverthefins.
2 - Driving high power levels into low impedances - back off on the volume control, and/or make sure you are not loading the amplifier with less than the
recommendedloudspeakerimpedance.
Low output power
1-Checkthatlevelcontrolshavebeensetupproperly.
2-Makesurethatthebatteryvoltage,asmeasuredattheamplifier’s+12voltandgroundterminals,is11voltsormore.
3-Checkall+12voltandgroundconnections.
Fuses blowing
1-Theuseofloudspeakerimpedancesbelowtherecommendedminimumswilldrawmorecurrent-check.
2-A shortonthemain+12voltcablefromthebatterytogroundwillcausethemainfusetoblow.
System does not turn on
1-Checkallfuses.
2-Checkallconnections.
3 - Measure the +12 volt and remote turn on voltages at the amplifier terminals. If these are non existent or low, take voltage measurements at fuse holders,
distributionblocks,theheadunit’s+12voltandremoteleadstolocalizetheproblem.
Noise problems
Systemnoisecanbedividedintotwocategories,hiss,andelectricalinterference.
Hiss, or white noise
1 - High levels of white noise usually occurs when amplifier level controls are turned up too high - readjust according to the procedures in section ”Setting up
systems after installation for best performance”
2-Anothermajorproblemthatcancauseexcessivehiss,isanoisyheadunit-unplugtheamplifierinputRCAcables,andifthehisslevelreduces,thesourceunit
isatfault.
Electrical interference
The inside of an boat is a very hostile electrical environment. The multitude of electrical systems, such as the ignition system, alternator, fuel pumps, air
conditioners,tomentionjustafew,createradiated electricalfields,aswellasnoiseonthe+12voltsupplyandground.Remembertoisolatetheproblem-first
unplug amplifier input RCA cables, if the noise is still present, check the speaker leads, if not, plug the RCA’s back, and investigate the source driving the
amplifier,onecomponentatatime.
Aticking or whine that changes with engine RPM:
1-ThisproblemcouldbecausedbyradiationpickupofRCAcablestooneartoafuelpumporadistributor,forinstance,-relocatecables.
2-Checkthattheheadunitgroundisconnectedtoasolidground.
3-Trytosupplytheheadunitwithaclean+12voltsupplydirectlyfromthebattery+,insteadofusingasupplyfromtheindashwiring/fusebox.
Aconstant whine:
Thistypeofnoisecanbemoredifficulttopinpoint,butisusuallycausedbysomekindofinstability,causingoscillationsinthesystem.
1-Checkallconnections,especiallyforgoodgrounds.
2-Makesurethatnospeakerleadsareshorting.
3-RCAcablesarenotoriousfortheirproblematicnature,socheckthatthesearegood,inparticulartheshieldconnections.

2-Channel Amplifier
NA180.2
5
LINE OUTPUT
CH-1
CH-2
LINE INPUT
CH-1
CH-2
LEVEL
6V 0.2V
0dB 9dB
BASS EQ
LOW FLAT HIGH
FILTER
40Hz 250Hz
FREQUENCY
POWER
PROTECTION
FEATURES:
-1Set of RCAinputs
- LEVEL: Variable sensitivity from 0.2V to 6V
- BASS EQ: Adjustable 45Hz bass boost from 0dB to 9dB
- X-OVER: Selects internal crossover functions
- FLAT: Bypasses all crossovers for full frequency operation
- LOW: Selects the built in LOW PASS filter
- HIGH: Selects the built in HIGH PASS filter
- POWER LED: Indicates the powered up and turned on condition
- PROTECTION LED: Indicates a high voltage, low voltage, short circuit,
hard clip, over heating or DC fault condition.
- LINE OUTPUT: Full range RCA pass through.
2 Channel Full Range Stereo:
Control checklist:
Interconnect cable checklist: - Refer to the section “Settings for Best Performance”
- Connect the two inputs of the amplifier to a Radio/CD with quality RCAcables.
Switch setting checklist: Minimum final loudspeaker impedances:
- 1/2CH X-OVER: FLAT
Bridged for Subwoofer Application:
- Connect the mono speaker positive terminal to the CH1 +, and its negative terminal to CH2 -
Here we show how to use the 2 channel amplifiers to power a subwoofer by taking as shown.
advantage of the mono bridging capability of all MB Quart amplifiers.
Interconnect cable checklist:
Switch setting checklist:
-A MONO signal source is suggested to bridge channels 1/2, such as would be - X-OVER: LOW
available from the mono sub bass output of an active crossover, whether standalone, or Control checklist:
built into a head unit or equalizer. If you only have 1 set of RCAoutputs from your - Refer to the section “Settings for Best Performance”
headunit, you can simply connect those to the inputs for CH1-2 and the amplifier will Minimum final loudspeaker impedances:
auto sum the signal and provide mono output. - 2 ohm per channel in stereo mode.
Important: Do not be tempted to connect the hot, or positive outputs, from any source - 4 ohm mono bridged.
together to obtain a mono signal, as this could very well damage the output stage of
that source.
POWER INPUT
POWER INPUT
GND REM BATT+12V
GND REM BATT+12V
SPEAKER OUTPUT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
CH-1 CH-2
CH-1 CH-2
- + - + - + - +
BRIDGED
BRIDGED FUSE
FUSE
MONO LINE INPUT
(Unless using procedure
described above)
LINE OUTPUT LINE OUTPUT
CH-1 CH-1
CH-2 CH-2
LINE INPUT
CH-1
CH-2
LINE INPUT
CH-1
CH-2
LEVEL
6V 0.2V
LEVEL
6V 0.2V
0dB 9dB 0dB 9dB
BASS EQ BASS EQ
LOW FLAT HIGH LOW FLAT HIGH
FILTER FILTER
40Hz 250Hz 40Hz 250Hz
FREQUENCY FREQUENCY
POWER PROTECTION
POWER PROTECTION

4-Channel Amplifiers
NA360.4
6
FEATURES:
- 2 Sets of RCAinputs
- LEVEL: Variable sensitivity from 0.2V to 6V
- X-OVER: Selects internal crossover functions
- FLAT: Bypasses all crossovers for full frequency operation
- LOW: Selects the built in LOW PASS filter
- HIGH: Selects the built in HIGH PASS filter
- POWER LED: Indicates the powered up and turned on condition
- PROTECTION LED: Indicates a high voltage, low voltage, short circuit,
hard clip, over heating or DC fault condition.
- MODE: “2” indicates one set of RCA’s are being used. This will also pass signal to channels 3/4 through 1/2 inputs.
“4” indicates connecting 2 sets of RCA’s to 1/2 and 3/4 inputs.
- LINE OUTPUT: Full range RCA pass through.
- BASS EQ: Adjustable 45Hz bass boost from 0dB to 9dB
4 Channel Full Range Stereo:
Control checklist:
Interconnect cable checklist: - Refer to the section “Settings for Best Performance”
- Connect the four inputs of the amplifier to a Radio/CD with quality RCAcables.
Switch setting checklist: Minimum final loudspeaker impedances:
- 1/2CH X-OVER: FLAT - 2 ohm per channel.
- 3/4CH X-OVER: FLAT
MODE: “4” since 2 sets of RCA’s are connected.
Important: Do not be tempted to connect the hot, or positive outputs, from any source together
2 or 3 Channel System: to obtain a mono signal, as this could very well damage the output stage of that source.
- It is necessary to feed the SAME signal to both left and right inputs via a Y-adapter RCAcable.
Here we show how to use the 4 channel amplifiers as a 3 channel unit by taking - Connect the mono speaker positive terminal to the CH3 +, and its negative terminal to CH4 -
advantage of the mono bridging capability of all MB Quart amplifiers. In order to create as shown.
a 2 channel system, simply follow the example to also mono bridge channel pair 1/2.
Interconnect cable checklist:
Switch setting checklist:
- Connect the inputs of channel pair 1/2 to a suitable stereo source, e.g. a head unit - 1/2CH X-OVER: FLAT
with good quality RCAcables. - 3/4CH X-OVER: LOW
-A MONO signal source is suggested to bridge channel pair 3/4, such as would be Control checklist:
available from the mono sub bass output of an active crossover, whether standalone, or - Refer to the section “Settings for Best Performance”
built into a head unit or equalizer. If you only have 1 set of RCAoutputs from your Minimum final loudspeaker impedances:
headunit, you can simply connect those to the inputs for ch 1/2 and switch the MODE to - 2 ohm per channel in stereo mode.
2. The amplifier will auto sum the signal and provide mono output for bridged channels - 4 ohm mono bridged.
3/4.
STEREO LINE INPUT
MONO LINE INPUT
(Unless using procedure
listed above for 2ch)
POWER INPUT
POWER INPUT
GND REM BATT+12V
GND REM BATT+12V
CH-3 CH-4
CH-3 CH-4
- + - + - + - +
BRIDGED
BRIDGED
FUSE
FUSE
LINE OUTPUT
CH-1
CH-2
LINE INPUT
CH-3
CH-4
CH-1
CH-2
LEVEL
6V 0.2V
6V 0.2V
0dB 9dB
0dB 9dB
BASS EQ
LOW FLAT HIGH
LOW FLAT HIGH
FILTER
CHANNEL 1 & 2
CHANNEL 3 & 4
40Hz 250Hz
40Hz 250Hz
FREQUENCY
POWER
PROTECT
MODE
2CH 4CH
LINE OUTPUT
CH-1
CH-2
LINE INPUT
CH-3
CH-4
CH-1
CH-2
LEVEL
6V 0.2V
6V 0.2V
0dB 9dB
0dB 9dB
BASS EQ
LOW FLAT HIGH
LOW FLAT HIGH
FILTER
CHANNEL 1 & 2
CHANNEL 3 & 4
40Hz 250Hz
40Hz 250Hz
FREQUENCY
POWER PROTECT
MODE
2CH 4CH
LINE OUTPUT
CH-1
CH-2
LINE INPUT
CH-3
CH-4
CH-1
CH-2
LEVEL
6V 0.2V
6V 0.2V
0dB 9dB
0dB 9dB
BASS EQ
LOW FLAT HIGH
LOW FLAT HIGH
FILTER
CHANNEL 1 & 2
CHANNEL 3 & 4
40Hz 250Hz
40Hz 250Hz
FREQUENCY
POWER PROTECT
MODE
2CH 4CH
CH-1 CH-2
CH-1 CH-2
- + - + - + - +
BRIDGED
BRIDGED

NA710.5
7
5 Channel Discrete Operation:
MODE: “5” since 3 sets of RCA’s are connected.
You can use this configuration simply as 4 discrete full range channels, with a 5th low
pass channel.All of the crossovers are bypassed , except the LOW PASS on channel 5. Control checklist:
- Refer to the section “Settings for Best Performance”
Interconnect cable checklist:
Connect channel 1&2 inputs to the front output, channels 3&4 to the rear output, and Minimum final loudspeaker impedances:
channel 5 to the mono subwoofer output of a head unit or in dash equalizer. - 2 Ohms per channel for channels 1-4
- 2 Ohms on channel 5
Switch setting checklist:
- CH 1 / 2 X-OVER: FULL
- CH 3 / 4 X-OVER: FULL
Single Set of Stereo RCA’s
MODE: “2” since 1 set of RCA’s are connected.
We will use the same basic setup on the speaker and subwoofer connections as above
to illustrate an installation that only has 1 set of stereo RCA’s to connect to this amplifier. Control checklist:
By switching the amplifier to 2CH on the INPUT MODE, you now provide signal to all - Refer to the section “Settings for Best Performance”
channels on the amplifier. You sacrifice the ability to fade front to rear though.
Minimum final loudspeaker impedances:
Interconnect cable checklist:
- 2 Ohms per channel for channels 1-4
Connect Stereo Left and Right RCA’s from headunit to CH1&2 RCAInputs. - 1 Ohm on channel 5
Switch setting checklist:
- CH 1 / 2 X-OVER: FULL
- CH 3 / 4 X-OVER: FULL
5-Channel Amplifiers
FEATURES:
-3Sets of RCAinputs
- LEVEL: Variable sensitivity from 0.2V to 6V
- BASS BOOST: Adjustable 45Hz bass boost from 0dB to 10dB
- X-OVER: Selects internal crossover functions
- FULL: Bypasses all crossovers for full frequency operation
- BP: Selects the built in LOW PASS filter
- HP: Selects the built in HI PASS filter
- POWER LED: Indicates the powered up and turned on condition
- PROTECTION LED: Indicates a high voltage, low voltage, short circuit,
hard clip, over heating or DC fault condition.
- MODE: “2” indicates one set of RCA’s are being used. This will also pass signal to channels 3/4 and 5 through
1/2 inputs. “4” indicates connecting 2 sets of RCA’s to 1/2 and 3/4 inputs. “5” indicates connecting 3 sets of
RCA’s to channels 1/2, 3/4 and mono signal to channel 5 inputs.
POWER INPUT
POWER INPUT
GND REM BATT+12V
GND REM BATT+12V
1CH 2CH
1CH 2CH 3CH 4CH 5CH
3CH 4CH 5CH + - + - + - + - + -
+ - + - + - + - + -
BRIDGED
BRIDGED BRIDGED
BRIDGED
50Hz 4Khz
HI PASS LEVEL HI PASS LOW PASS LEVEL
REMOTE LOW PASS BASS BOOST LEVEL Ch5 MODE
HP FULL HP FULL BP
X-OVER
Ch1 / Ch2 X-OVER Ch3 / Ch4
30Hz 150hz
6V 0.2V
0dB 10dB
6V 0.2V
50Hz 150hz
6V 0.2V
250Hz 4kHz
Ch2 Ch4 Ch5
HI FULL
Ch2 Ch4
Ch1 Ch3
INPUT
PROTECT
POWER
Ch5
50Hz 4Khz 50Hz 4Khz
HI PASS LEVEL HI PASS LOW PASS LEVEL HI PASS LEVEL HI PASS LOW PASS LEVEL
REMOTE LOW PASS BASS BOOST LEVEL Ch5 MODE REMOTE LOW PASS BASS BOOST LEVEL Ch5 MODE
HP FULL HP FULL
HP FULL BP HP FULL BP
X-OVER
Ch1 / Ch2 X-OVER
Ch1 / Ch2
X-OVER
Ch3 / Ch4 X-OVER
Ch3 / Ch4
30Hz 150hz 30Hz 150hz
6V 0.2V
0dB 10dB
6V 0.2V
0dB 10dB
6V 0.2V 6V 0.2V
50Hz 150hz
6V 0.2V
50Hz 150hz
6V 0.2V
250Hz 4kHz 250Hz 4kHz
Ch2 Ch4 Ch5 Ch2 Ch4 Ch5
HI FULL
HI FULL
Ch1 Ch1
Ch3 Ch3
Ch2 Ch2
Ch4 Ch4
INPUT INPUT
PROTECT PROTECT
POWER POWER
Ch5 Ch5

6-Channel Amplifiers
NA540.6
8
6 Channel Full Range Stereo
1. Interconnect cable checklist: 3. Crossover frequency control checklist:
Connectthe6InputsoftheamplifiertoaRadio/CDwithqualityRCAcables. N/Aforfullrangeoperation.
2. Filter Switch: 4. Line Level:
-1/2CH:FLAT Refertosection“Settingupsystemsafterinstallationforbestperformance.”
-3/4CH:FLAT
-5/6CH:FLAT
5 Channel Operation 2. Filter Switch:
This illustration shows how to use your 6 channel amplifier as a 5 channel unit by taking -1/2CH:FLAT
advantageofthemonobridgingcapabilityonallNAUTICamplifiers. -3/4CH:FLAT
-5/6CH:LOW
1. Interconnect Cable Checklist: 3. Crossover frequency control checklist:
-1/2CH&3/4CH:ConnecttheInputsofchannelpair½toasuitablestereosource N/Aforfullrangeoperation.5/6CHsetto80Hz.
withqualityRCAcables.Repeatthesestepsfor3/4CH. 4. Line Level:
-5/6CH:ConnectamonolineInputviaY-adapterfromamonosourceorsingle Refertothesection“Settingupsystemsafterinstallationforbestperformance.”
LeftorRightRCAfromastereosource.Thishasbeendetailedonpreviouspages 5.Speaker Connections:
Connectthesubwoofer-toCh6-andthesubwoofer+toCh5+.Connecttheremaining
forreference. speakersinstandardstereowiringtoCH1/2&CH3/4.
IMPORTANT: Do not connect Left and Right stereo signals together to achieve a mono
signal as this willdamage the output stage of thesource and possibly theinput stage of IMPORTANT: Minimum final loudspeaker impedance presented to the amplifier is
theamplifierthereforevoidingyourwarranty. 4-Ohms in mono operation and 2-Ohms in stereo operation.
POWER INPUT
POWER INPUT
GND REM BATT+12V
GND REM BATT+12V
6CH 5CH
6CH 5CH 4CH 3CH 2CH 1CH
4CH 3CH 2CH 1CH + - + - + - + - + - + -
+ - + - + - + - + - + -
BRIDGED
BRIDGED BRIDGED
BRIDGED BRIDGED
BRIDGED
LINE OUTPUT
DIAGNOSTICS
MODE
POWER
PROTECT CH-2
CH-1
CH-6 CH-4
CH-5 CH-3
CH-2
CH-1
2-CH6-CH 4-CH
LINE INPUT
LEVEL FILTER
FREQUENCY BASS EQ
6V .2V
HIGHLOW FLAT
40Hz 250Hz 0dB 9dB
CHANNELS 1 & 2
CHANNELS 3 & 4 CHANNELS 5 & 6
LEVEL FILTER
FREQUENCY BASS EQ
6V .2V
HIGHLOW FLAT
40Hz 250Hz 0dB 9dB
6V .2V
HIGHLOW FLAT
40Hz 250Hz 0dB 9dB
LINE OUTPUT LINE OUTPUT
DIAGNOSTICS DIAGNOSTICS
MODE MODE
POWER POWER PROTECT PROTECT
CH-2 CH-2
CH-1 CH-1
CH-6 CH-6
CH-4 CH-4
CH-5 CH-5
CH-3 CH-3
CH-2 CH-2
CH-1 CH-1
2-CH 2-CH
6-CH 6-CH
4-CH 4-CH
LINE INPUT LINE INPUT
LEVEL LEVEL
FILTER FILTER
FREQUENCY FREQUENCY
BASS EQ BASS EQ
6V 6V
.2V .2V
HIGH HIGH
LOW LOW
FLAT FLAT
40Hz 40Hz
250Hz 250Hz
0dB 0dB
9dB 9dB
CHANNELS 1 & 2 CHANNELS 1 & 2
CHANNELS 3 & 4 CHANNELS 3 & 4
CHANNELS 5 & 6 CHANNELS 5 & 6
LEVEL LEVEL
FILTER FILTER
FREQUENCY FREQUENCY
BASS EQ BASS EQ
6V 6V
.2V .2V
HIGH HIGH
LOW LOW
FLAT FLAT
40Hz 40Hz
250Hz 250Hz
0dB 0dB
9dB 9dB
6V 6V
.2V .2V
HIGH HIGH
LOW LOW
FLAT FLAT
40Hz 40Hz
250Hz 250Hz
0dB 0dB
9dB 9dB
FEATURES:
-3Sets of RCAinputs
- LEVEL: Variable sensitivity from 0.2V to 6V
- BASS BOOST: Adjustable 45Hz bass boost from 0dB to 9dB
- X-OVER: Selects internal crossover functions
- FLAT: Bypasses all crossovers for full frequency operation
- LOW: Selects the built in LOW PASS filter
- HIGH: Selects the built in HI PASS filter
- POWER LED: Indicates the powered up and turned on condition
- PROTECTION LED: Indicates a high voltage, low voltage, short circuit,
hard clip, over heating or DC fault condition.
- MODE: “2” indicates one set of RCA’s are being used. This will also pass signal to channels 3/4 and 5/6 through
1/2 inputs. “4” indicates connecting 2 sets of RCA’s to 1/2 and 3/4 inputs. “6” indicates connecting 3 sets of
RCA’s to channels 1/2, 3/4 and 5/6.

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