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Specications
• 1-Channel Mono Block Class-D Power Amplier
• CEA2006 certied Power Output:
- 1000 watts RMS x 1-channel at 2Ω and THD+N ≤1%
- 500 watts RMS x 1-channel at 4Ω and THD+N ≤1%
• Crossover:
- Low pass 12dB/oct variable from 40Hz to 200Hz
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (1 watt): > 75dB
• THD+Noise (Distortion) (1 watt): ≤ 1%
• Frequency Response (±1dB): 20Hz-200Hz
• Maximum Input Signal: 5V
• Maximum Sensitivity: 250mV
• Dimensions: 14-1⁄16" x bÏXÏb
• High level inputs
• EBC (External Bass Control) remote included
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Owner’s Manual - RT1000D

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Owner’s Manual - RT1000D
Installation & Mounting
MTX recommends your new RoadTHUNDER amplier be installed by an Authorized MTX retailer. Any devia-
tion from specied installation instructions can cause serious damage to the amplier, speakers and/or vehicles
electrical system. Damage caused from improper installation is NOT covered under warranty. Please verify all
connections prior to system turn on !
1. Disconnect the vehicle’s negative battery cable.
2. Determine the mounting place for your MTX amplier. Keep in mind there should be sucient air ow for
proper cooling. Mark the mounting holes from the amplier to be drilled. Before drilling make sure all vehicle
wires, gas lines, brake lines and gas tank are clear and will not interfere with installation. Drill the desired holes
and mount the MTX amplier.
3. Install a positive (+) power cable from the vehicle’s battery through the rewall using a grommet or rewall
bushing to avoid cable damage from sharp edges of the rewall. Run the cable through the interior of the vehicle
and connect it to the amplier’s (+12V) terminal. Do Not connect to the battery at this time.
Note : Use only proper gauge wire for both positive and negative connections.
4. Install a circuit breaker or fuse within 20cm of the battery. This eectively lowers the risk of severe damage to
you or your vehicle in case of a short circuit or accident. Make sure the circuitbreaker is switched o or the fuse
is taken out of the fuse holder untill all connections are made. Now connect your positive power cable to the
positive battery terminal of the battery.
5. Grounding - Locate a proper ground point on the vehicle’s chassis and remove all paint, dirt or debris to reveal
a bare metal surface. Attach the ground wire to that contact point. Connect the opposite end of the ground wire
to the (GND) terminal on the MTX amplier.
6. Connect a Remote Turn-on wire from the source unit to the MTX amplier’s (REM) terminal. If the source unit
does not have a dedicated Remote Turn-on lead, you may connect to the source unit’s Power Antenna lead.
7. Connecting signal cables to the amplier : There are two ways to supply the signal to your MTX amp.
• To get maximum performance, we suggest connecting a high quality RCA to the corresponding outputs at the
source unit and inputs of the amplier.
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8. Connect your speakers to your MTX amplier’s speaker terminals using the right gauge speaker wire.Your MTX
amp can drive a 2 ohm minimum load for max power.
9. Double check all previous installation steps, in particular, wiring and component connections. Once veried,
reconnect the vehicle’s negative battery cable, turn the circuit breaker on or place the fuse in the fuse holder.
Note : Gain Levels on the amplier should be turned all the way down (counter clockwise) before proceeding
with adjustments.

Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Solution
No LED indication No +12V at remote connection Supply +12V to terminal
No +12V at Power connection Supply +12V to terminal
Insucient ground connection Verify ground connection
Blown power fuse Replace fuse
Power LED on, no output Volume on source unit o Increase volume on source unit
Speaker connections not made Make speaker connections
Gain control on amplier o Turn up gain
Signal processing units o Apply power to signal processor
All speakers blown Replace speakers
Output distorted Head unit volume set too high Lower head unit volume
Amplier gain set too high Lower amplier gain
Balance reversed Speakers wired L + R reversed Wire speakers with correct orientation
RCA inputs reversed Reverse RCA input
Bass is weak Speakers wired out of phase Wire speakers with correct phase
Not using MTX woofers Buy MTX woofers
Blowing fuses Excessive output levels Lower the volume
Amplier defective Return for service

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Mitek Mobile Limited Warranty
Our Guarantee
Mitek Mobile products (including MTX, Streetwires, Coustic and Magnum) purchased in the USA after
1/1/2013 from an authorized Mitek retailer are guaranteed to be free from material defects in products
and workmanship for five (5) years to the original end user purchaser, subject to the terms and conditions
below.
Length of Limited Warranty and Remedy
The warranty period begins the day the product is purchased by the end user, and is limited to the original
retail purchaser of the product.
Free Replacement Period (2 Years)
Products found to be defective in materials or workmanship during the first 2 years will be, at Mitek's
option, repaired or replaced by Mitek at no charge. When a product is replaced during first 2 years, the
warranty does not renew, it continues on from the original date of purchase.
Proration Period (Years 3-5)
The prorated purchase price of any product which becomes defective after the first two years and prior to
the end of the warranty period may be credited toward the purchase of a new Mitek product. The amount
of the proration shall be determined by dividing the purchase price by the number of months of the
warranty period (60), and then multiplying the result by the number of months remaining in the warranty
period. Any partial months will be rounded to the nearest whole month. For example, a product purchased
37 months ago for $100 would be calculated by dividing $100 by 60 months = $1.66/month, multiplied by
23 (the months remaining in the warranty period) for a prorated warranty amount of $38.33.
You are responsible for all costs for removal, reinstallation and proper packaging, shipping, insurance or
other freight charges incurred in the shipment of the product or part to Mitek. Mitek will ship the repaired
or replaced Mitek product or replacement parts to you at no charge. Mitek reserves the right to utilize
reconditioned, refurbished, repaired or remanufactured products or parts in the warranty repair or
replacement process. Such products and parts will be comparable in function and performance to an
original product or part and warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period.
What Is Not Covered
This warranty does not cover the product if it has been subject to neglect, abuse, misuse, incorrect
connection, or if it has been subject to unauthorized repair or alterations of any nature, or if the serial
number has been altered or removed, and the warranty does not extend to cosmetics or finish. This
warranty only applies to products installed and used in the USA.
What You Must Do to Obtain Warranty Service
You must contact Mitek Warranty via our website at MTX.com, or via email at
[e-mail], or by calling 800-556-2888. If you did not purchase the product directly from
Mitek, a proof of purchase must be provided in order to receive warranty consideration. You will be issued
a Return Authorization (RA) number which must be written on the outside of the package before returning
the product to Mitek.

No Other Warranties
THE LIMITED WARRANTIES DESCRIBED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. MITEK DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES, AND DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY LAW, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT THAT APPLICABLE LAW PROHIBITS THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, THE DURATION OF ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE
PERIOD SPECIFIED FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Any oral or written
description of any Mitek product is for the sole purpose of identifying it and shall not be construed as an
express warranty.
Limitation of Liability
MITEK'S OBLIGATION TO PROVIDE A CREDIT, OR REPAIR OR REPLACE AT MITEK'S OPTION,
SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND
MITEK'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE OBLIGATION. MITEK SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL,
INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH
THE MITEK PRODUCT, ITS USE OR PERFORMANCE. Incidental damages include, but are not limited
to, such damages as loss of time and loss of use. Consequential damages include, but are not limited to,
the cost of repairing or replacing other property which was damaged if the Mitek product does not work
properly.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights, which vary from state to state. This limited warranty supersedes all prior warranties
and is not transferable from the original consumer purchaser.
Any assistance Mitek provides to or procures for you outside the terms, limitations or exclusions of this
limited warranty will not constitute a waiver of such terms, limitations or exclusions, nor will such
assistance extend or revive the warranty. Mitek will not reimburse you for any expenses incurred by you
in repairing or replacing any defective product, except for those incurred with Mitek's prior written
permission.