Memphis VIV Series User manual

MEMPHIS
VIV
SIXFIVE SERIES
Ready To Turn It Up? Read This First
Memphis Audio built a 50 year legacy in the audio industry engineering the highest quality products to produce the best possible listening
experience for our fans and loyal supporters. To fully appreciate our products we recommend taking the time to read and follow the instructions
in this manual. As always, we recommend all installations and service be performed by an authorized Memphis Audio dealer .
1 For optimal performance, Memphis recommends using only Memphis Connection accessories. Outfitting your system with properly
sized Memphis Connection wire and accessories will dramatically boost your listening experience and increase the durability of
your Memphis Audio products.
VIV Six Five Series Amplifiers feature a MOSFET powersupply with a 24dB per octave crossover to ensure the most accurate musical reproduction .
These amplifiers were designed to be acoustically accurate and produce powerful crystal clear sound to your audio system.
Features
• Brushed anodized aluminum finish
• 1-Calar selectable color changing LED Iago {Re11ersible}
• Super -efficientfull range class D tapalagv
• Bass boast up ta lBdB
• Digital Signal Processing {OSP} with 211 dB Crossa11er Slopes
• LED Illuminated end caps with ground lighting .
• M·Equalizatian allows Bass Boast, Freq and Qta be dialed in {MONO Onlvl
• Optional wireless bass remote ll/IV1300 .5 and MONO models only} Part number : VIVREMV2

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Warranty
Memphis Audio Six Five Series Amplifier limited Warranty
This product has a2 year warranty from the date of purchase for defects in material or workmanship . This warranty will be extended to 3 years
when installed by a Memphis authorized dealer using Memphis Connection products. The warranty is void if the product has been physically
damaged by improper usage or abuse. If repairs are attempted outside of a Memphis Audio facility, the warranty is void.
This warranty is limited to the original retail purchaser and does not cover any expenses incurred in the removal or re-installation of the product.
This warranty does NOT apply to product exterior and cosmetics . Memphis Audio disclaims any liability for incidental or consequential damages
caused by product defects. Memphis Audio liability will not exceed the purchase price of the product and the warranty period specified.
What is NOT covered under warranty
• Damage due to improper installation
• Damage caused by exposure to moisture, excessive heat, chemical cleaners and/or UV radiation
• Damage through negligence, misuse, accident or abuse. (Repeated returns for the same damage may be abuse]
• Product damaged in accident and/or due to criminal activity
• Service performed by anyone other than Memphis Audio
• Subsequent damage to other components
• Any cost or expense related to the removal or re-installation of product
• Products with tampered, missing , altered or defaced serial numbers/labels
• Freight damage
• The cost of shipping product to Memphis Audio
• Return shipping on non-defective items
• Any product not purchased from an authorized Memphis Audio dealer
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. The above limitations or exclusions may not apply
to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, you may have other rights which vary from state to state .
If warranty service is required, a return authorization number is required to return the product to Memphis Audio. Warranty shipments to
Memphis Audio are the responsibility of the purchaser . Pack the product carefully in the original carton if possible Memphis Audio will not be
responsible for damages incurred in shipment or due to improper packaging materials used by the purchaser.
If determined to be within warranty your product will be repaired or replaced at the discretion of Memphis Audio.
Service/Returns
Please consult with your local authorized dealer if you experience issues with your unit. You may also contact Memphis Audio customer service
at 800-1!89-2300 or email tech support directly at : techsupport@memphiscaraudio . com . Do not attempt to return your amplifier directly to us
without first calling for a Return Authorization number . Units received without an accompanying Return Authorization number will be processed
more slowly . Additionally , you must include a copy of your purchase receipt from an authorized dealer for consideration of in-warranty service ,
otherwise repair charges will apply. Units received without a receipt will be held for up to 30 days allowing us time to contact you and obtain a
copy of the receipt. After 30 days all units will be returned to you unrepaired.

MEMPHIS
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'1 6 5 S I
XF I VE SE R I ES
175Wxl
275Wx I 375W xi SSOWxl BSOWx I
SBOWxl SSOWxl 750Wx I UOOWxl 1600Wx I
750Wxl UOOWxl ISOOWxl 2200Wxl
3000Wxl
NIA NIA N/A NIA
N/A
N/A NIA N/A N/A
NIA
-'IOdB at !kH z, -'IOdBatlkHz. ·
QOdB at !kHz. -'IOdB at !kHz , -'IOdB atlkHz.
· 36d8 at 20kHz
· 36d8 at 20kHz · 36d8 at 20kHz
·36d8 at 20kHz · 36d8 at 20kH z
Measured from RCA Output Measured from RCA Output
Measured from RCA Output Measured from RCA Output Measur ed from RCA Ou tpu t
!Vrms Input !Vrms l nput
!Vrms Input IVrms I nput !V rm sI npu t
<1 % <1% <!% <!%
<1%
Y es Yes Ye s Yes
Yes
Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Ye s Yes Yes Yes
Vas
20 • 200 Hz
20 • 200 Hz
20 ·200 Hz 20 · 200 Hz 20 • 200 Hz
> 95d8 >95d8 > 95dB >95d8 >95d8
200mV · SV 200mV·SV
200mV · SV 200mV·SV
200mV · SV
QOOmV · IOV llOOmV · IOV QOOmV·IOV
QOOmV · lOV QOOmV · IOV
> 20K >20K
>20K >20K > 20K
9V· 16V 9V • 16V 9V· 16V 9V · 16V 9V·l6V
PWR • RGB PWR • RGB
PWR • RGB PWR • RGB PWR • RGB
PRT • Red PRT • Red PRT • Red
PRT • Red PRT • Red
Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes
NIA NIA N/A NIA NIA
NIA NIA
NIA NIA
NIA
Ye s
Yes Y es Yes
Yes
LP LP LP LP
LP
50 • 200 Hz 50 · 200Hz
50 • 200 Hz 50 · 200 Hz
50 • 200 Hz
QBdB IISdB lllldB lllldB
QBdB
2Qd8 2Qd8 2Qd8
2Qd8 2Qd8
10· BOHz 10 • BOHz
10 • BOHz
10 · 80Hz
10 • BOHz
N/A NIA
NIA NIA N/A
NIA NIA NIA N/A NIA
Ye s Yes Yes Yes
Yes
Ye s
Yes
Ye s Ye s
Ye s

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65WxQ BOWxQ 70Wx6
75WxQ 75WxQ
•300Wxl •300Wxl
lOOW xq 150WxQ 125W,6
125W xq• 500W xl 125W xq• 500W xl
N/A
N/A
N/A
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200Wx2
300Wx2
250Wx3
150Wx2
150Wx2
• 500W x 112 Ohm) • 500W , 112 Ohm )
>55db
>55db
>55dB
>55dB
>55dB
.qQdB el lkHL
-QOdB atlkHL
.qodB atlkHL
-QOdB et lkHL .qQdBatlkHL
·36dB at 20k Hz ·36dB at 20kHz · 36dB at 20kHz · 36dB at 20kHz · 36dB at 20kHz
Measured from RCA Output Measured from RCA Output Measured f rom Speaker Output Measured from Speaker Output Measured from Speaker Outpu t
lVrms Input lVrms Input lVrm s Input !Vrms Input lVr ms Input
<1% <1%
<1 % <1% <1%
Yes
Yes Vas Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Ye s Vas Yes Yes
Full Range Full Range
10Hz - 20kHz 10 Hz · 20 kHz 10 Hz · 20 kHz
10Hz · 20kHz 10 Hz · 20 k Hz
Sub Chann el
Sub Channel
20 Hz · 200 Hz
20 Hz · 200 Hz
>95dB >95dB
>95dB >95dB
>95dB
200mV · SV 200mV-SV 200mV-SV 200mV-SV 200mV - 5V
QOOmV - lOV QOOmV- lOV QOOmV - lOV
QOOmV-lOV QOOmV-lOV
> 20K >20K > 20K >20K
>20K
9V -l
9V-l - 16 9V-16V 9V - 16V
PWR•RGB
PWR•RGB
PWR • RGB PWR•RGB
PWR • RGB
PRT • Red PRT • Red PRT • Red PRT • Red PRT • Red
Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Ye s Yes
Yes Yes
Y es
3
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
N/A
N/A
N/A
Yes Yes
Yes Yes No No No
Front • Off/HP/LP Front>Off/HP/lP CHH! oOff/HP/lP Front-Off/HP/LP Fron t> Off/HP/lP
Rea!"Off/HP/LP/BP l!Hp(lff/HP/ll'IBI'
CH3-II oOff/HM.PIBP
Rear-Off/HP/LP/BP Rear-Off/HP/LP/BP
CHH1 oOff/HP/lP
SUB • LP SUB • LP
Front Front CHH! Front Front
10-500 Hz 10 - 500 Hz 10-500Hz 10-500
Hz 1 0- 500 Hz
llOX Switch) llOX Switch) (!OX Switch) (!OX Sw i tch)
( !OX Switch)
Rear (2VRs) R ear12VRsl CH3-II Rearl2VRsl Rear l2VRsl
HP10 - 500Hz
HP 10 · 500 Hz
HP •10-500Hz HP • l0 - 500Hz HP • l0-500Hz
LP • 50 - 500Hz LP •50-500Hz
LP •50-500Hz
LP • SO - SOOHz
LP•SO-SOO Hz
l!OX Switch) l!OX Switch} (!OX Switch) (!OX Switch) llOX Switch)
CHS-6
10 ·5IXIMI
SUB • 50 - 200 Hz
SUB • 50 - 200 Hz
OOXW!:dtl
2QdB
2QdB
2QdB 2QdB 2QdB
N/A
N/A
N/A
SUB CHANNEL: 2QdB SUB CHANNEL: 2QdB
N/A N/A NIA SUB CHANNEL:
SUB CHANNEL ,
10 · BOHz
10 · BOHz
tHBdB tHBdB CHl-i! CH3-4
SUB CHANNE L: SUB CHANNEL:
0-lBdB 0-lBdB 0-lBdB
Q5Hz Q5Hz Q5Hz SUB CHANNEL: Q5Hz SUB CHANNEL: QSHz
N/A NIA NIA Yes Yes
* VIV1300.5V2 6 VIVBHLE Amplifiers are 10 stable on the 5th channel only. Only operate 5th channel at 10 when running 2 of the other
channels at 20 or higher. Do not run all full range channels at 20 with 5th sub channel at 10, doing so may damage the amplifier.

MEMPHIS
VIV
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Installation Information
Memphis Audio recommends the installation of our products to be performed by an Authorized dealer . Attempting an installation project on your
own or through an unauthorized source may result in damage to your products and may potentially void your warranty.
Amplifiers are generally mounted in the hatch/trunk area of your car or SUV or behind the seat of most pick up trucks . Select a location that
provides adequate ventilation . Amplifier should be secured using the screws provided .
Warning
For your safety, always inspect the mounting location carefully to ensure you are not drilling into any electrical , hydraulic, fuel or fluid lines .
Always check your speaker load with a multi-meter before connecting the amplifier . Connecting any speaker load lower than the rated impedance
of the amplifier will result in damage to the amplifier. Damage of this nature is NDT covered under warranty . Please pay close attention to what
connections are made to the amplifier .
If you are uncertain or uncomfortable proceeding with your installation , please contact your local
authorized Memphis Audio Dealer
Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting your amp, speaker and speaker wires should be tested first
No Output:
• Confirm all wiring is firmly connected . Both +12V and REM terminals must have +12 Volts present and GND must be connected to chassis ' ground
or to the negative battery terminal.
• Confirm the signal source is connected and supplying an output signal. To confirm the amp is working, connect an RCA patch cord to the line
inputs of the amplifier (do not connect the other end of the patch cord). Briefly tap the center pin of each disconnected RCA with your finger .
This should produce a noise (brief static or hum) in the speakers .
• If the amp is hot , check the speaker impedance or load. The total minimum impedance of all speakers should not be lower than the rating of the
amp .
Only One Channel Works:
• Confirm the speaker terminal strip connections are firmly connected .
• Check "balance" control on your signal source .
• If using RCA low-level inputs, reverse the input plugs at the amplifier . If the channel that is silent reverses
position , the problem is in the source unit or connecting cable.
Weak Output
• Check input sensitivity control adjustment.
Unwanted Noise
• Whine that increases and decreases with engine speed - confirm the Amp 6 Source unit are grounded properly .
• Clicking or popping noise at a rate that follows engine speed · this is often induced by the vehicles ignition system . Confirm that the vehicle is
equipped with resistor spark plugs and wires. The ignition system may need service .
• Noise can be caused by routing speaker input wires too close to the light wires and other accessory wires in the vehicle. Re-route wires to
avoid unwanted interference.
· If above steps do not improve/reduce noise , the system should be checked by a professional audio installer at a Memphis Authorized Dealer .
Red LED is Illuminated
• Speaker or wire is shorted
• Battery voltage too low
• Battery voltage too high
• Amplifier has overheated due to improper ventilation

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Power Su ly Connections
fl>. Install the fuse at the battery last! &,
Use conventional stranded copper wire for all connections. Finish the ends of the wi res at the amp and vehicle with proper si ze terminals . Poorly
made connections and/or inadequate wire size will generate excessive heat and may lead to equipment failure .
12 Volt • Connection
make the 12V+ connection directly at the positive battery post using the proper wire size and fuse listed below, The fuse should be installed
within 18" of the battery. This fuse is vital to protecting the vehicle from damage in the case of a dead short. The fuse value at the battery
should be at least equal to the total fuse value of all the amplifiers being used .
Ground Connection:
Make ground connection directly to the chassis of the vehicle as close to the amp as possible . Make sure this connection is made with the
same wire size as used for the 12 volt connection. Ensure that all dirt , grease , paint and coatings are removed prior to attaching the ground
wire to chassis .
Remote Turn-On
Remote turn on should be connected to the source unit's remote turn on lead .
Automatic Turn-On Selection:
The Six Five series offers three different automatic turn - on modes that can be selected on the end panel ; +12V , DC Offset , and Audio . Using either
the DC Offset or Audio mode causes the REM terminal to have +12V out for turning on additional amplifiers .
Remote Turn-On 12V method: Set the switch to +12V to use the remote turn - on lead from your source unit. Run 18 gauge wire from the Remote
Turn-On lead on your source unit to the terminal labeled REM between the amplifier's positive and negative power terminals . This is the
preferred automatic turn - on method .
Remote Turn-On DC OFFSET method: If Remote Turn-On is not an option , the next best setting is DC Offset. The DC Offset mode detects a 6V
DC offset from the HI-Level speaker outputs when the source unit has been turned on .
Remote Turn-On SIGNAL SENSE method: The Audio setting is the final alternative for Automat ic turn-on . This is a Signal Sense turn-on method
that detects the incoming audio signal from your source unit and automatically turns on the amp . This turn - on method will not work properly if
the input gain control is not set appropriately .
Power Connections
CHASSIS GROUND II
REMOTE TURN ON
FUSE HOLDER
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12V +
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MEMPHIS
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Signal Input Connections
The VIV amplifier has dual input sensitivity differential RCA inputs which will receive either high or low level signals from your car stereo 's
source unit. A high-level signal can be run from the source unit's speaker outputs to the stereo RCA input on the end panel of the amplifier
using RCA cables and cutting the ends to expose the internal wiring . This wiring can then be connected to your high level speaker signal and
plugged into the amplifier, be sure the switch on the amp is setto "HI" Alternatively , the si gnal can be delivered to the amplifier us i ng the
low-level RCA outputs on the source unit. Set the input level switch on the end panel of the amplifier to "LO" . Keep the audio signal cable
away from factory wiring harnesses and other power wiring . If you need to cross this wiring , cross it at a 90 degree angle .
VIVIIOO.IIV2 // VIV600 . IIV2
VIV1300 . 5V2 // VIVBELLE
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OutTo Additional
Amplifiers
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MBFI-
VIV3000.1V2 // VIV2200.1V2 // VIV1500.1V2 // VIV1100.1V2 // VIV750.1V2
N'UT OUTPUT
0
Out To Additional
Amplifiers

MEMPHIS
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VIV
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Wiring Multi-Channel Amps
Speaker have a positive and negative marking on the terminals . These are used to indicate polar i ty and must be considered when wiring speakers
or subwoofers to an amplifier . Amplifiers also have positive and negative markings on their speaker outpu ts. Use these mark i ng to ma t ch
polarities to ensure the speakers are in phase . Failure to wire speakers or woofers in phase with one another will result ina loss of bass . All Six
Five Series amplifiers require a minimum 2 ohm impedance in stereo or q ohm in mono (bridged) mode .
Always check your speaker load with a multi-meter before hooking them up to the amplifier . The VIVII00 . 4¥2 amplifier is stable
to 2 ohms stereo or 4 ohms bridged mono. The VM300.5V2 // VIVBELLE amplifiers are stable to 2 ohms stereo
or q ohms bridged mono
(front & rear channels) and stable to 2 ohms [sub channel) . Any Impedance [load) smaller than what Is recommended will
damage the ampllflerl Such damage is not covered under warranty , so pay strict attention to what connections are made to the amplifier .
VIVQOO.QV2 // VIV600.'IV2
VIV1300.5V2 // VIVBELLE
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Speaker/Sub
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2-LtO Speaker
2-LtO Speaker