NavAtlas BMA500M Operating instructions

INSTALLATION/OWNER'S MANUAL
IP66 Rated
UNIVERSAL DIGITAL SUBFOOFER
AMPLIFIER
BMA500M

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Preparation
Please read entire manual before installation. Due to the technical nature of amplifiers,
it is highly recommended that your amplifier is installed by a professional installer or an
authorized dealer.
Before You Start
• Disconnect negative battery terminal (consult qualified technician for instructions).
• Avoid installing the amplifier where it will be subject to high temperatures (such as from
direct sunlight) or subject to dust, dirt or excessive vibration.
• Use extreme caution when drilling holes to avoid damaging fuel lines or existing wiring.

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Main Power Connections
Connect +12V, GND wires accordingly. A suitable fuse MUST be installed on the +12V for
protection of the vehicle's electrical system.
SPEAKER OUT
Connect using supplied din cables to your speaker, these outputs are mono and can be
used with one or two speakers.
REMOTE BASS KNOB
This knob will mount in your dash as a factory switch would, giving you access to control
the volume output manually.
INPUT/OUTPUT
This woofer system can be “DAISY CHAINED” to other NavAtlas product to help simplify
the installation and reduce the use of extra wiring, giving you a clean looking setup.
1. 12V+/Ground
2, Subwoofer out
3, Input Analog/Digital
4, Output Analog/Digital (Daisy Chain)
5. Bass Knob dash remote control
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Connection Descriptions
The information below should be used as a general guideline only.
Power Wire (+12V)
• Disconnect negative battery terminal before proceeding. Consult a qualified technician
for instructions if you are unsure.
• Plan wire routing before cutting any wires to length. Begin by routing the power +12V
wire from the battery to the amplifier location. Use a grommet when running wires
through the firewall or metal openings.
• Use extreme caution when drilling holes to avoid damaging fuel lines or existing
wiring.
• The +12V wire MUST be fused within 18" of the battery for protection of the vehicle’s
electrical system.
Ground Wire (GND)
• The amplifier ground wire should be as short as possible (no more than 36" or 1
meter). Choose a clean unpainted section of metal or the vehicle chassis when
attaching the ground connection. Be sure to clean the area of any dirt or grease.
Remote Turn-on
• The amplifier is signal sensing, once connected to a source unit and audio is playing,
the amplifier with turn on. Once sound is stopped, the amp will turn off.
Input/Output (DAISY CHAIN)
• When connected to a source unit, please use the correct din cable for the “DAISY
CHAIN” feature to work correctly, refer to installation diagram Pg
NOTE: When adding amplifiers or amplified speakers to your vehicle, please be
sure to consider upgrading your factory battery and wires to ensure you get the
most from your system
CAUTION
• Never run any wires underneath or outside the vehicle
NOTE: Some 3rd Party Radios/Source Units might have a preout of 1V or
less, this will cause the audio output to sound to sound low. We recommend
that a RCA line driver be used in this situation to increase the preout voltage
and raise the sound level of the amplifer.

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Audio Inputs
DAISY CHAIN SETUP USING ANALOG SIGNAL
WHEN USING ANALOG RCA FROM A RADIO, THE A2A CABLE (SOLD SEPARATELY) IS
REQUIRED FOR DAISY CHAIN FUNCTION TO WORK.
DXP1000/DXU1100/
AFTERMARKET RADIO
10 Feet (10GA)
2 pin waterproof DIN connector
8 pin waterproof DIN connector
8 pin waterproof
DIN connector
Ground(-)
Acc(+12V)
4 pin waterproof DIN connector
4 inch(18ga)
Ground(-)
Acc(+12V)
10 Feet (12GA)
NS14A/27A/35A
NT65AT
8 pin waterproof DIN connector
A2A CABLE
NT308W
BMA500M
Ground(-)
Acc(+12V)
A2A CABLE
CONNECTING CABLE
CONNECTING CABLE
line in L
line in R
Digital in
10 Feet (18GA) for soundbar
LED ON /OFF
UNIVERSAL CABLE
line in L
line in R
Digital in
LED ON /OFF
UNIVERSAL CABLE
INPUT
OUTPUT
2 pin waterproof DIN connector
Acc(+12V)
Ground(-)
X310WA
(MASTER)
X310WP
CONNECTING CABLE
(SLAVE)

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EXAMPLE OF DAISY CHAIN CONFIGURATIONS FOR CAN-AM X3 VEHICLE
*OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ARE D2Y AND D2D CABLES (SOLD SEPARATELY)
NA1BT/NA2BT/NA30C
NA81MDVR(DIGITAL SOURCE UNITS)
10 Feet (10GA)
10 Feet (18GA) for sell separately
8 pin waterproof DIN connector
2 pin waterproof DIN connector
8 pin waterproof DIN connector
D2D CABLE
8 pin waterproof
DIN connector
Ground(-)
Acc(+12V)
D2D CABLE
4 pin waterproof DIN connector
4 inch(18ga)
Ground(-)
Acc(+12V)
10 Feet (12GA)
NS14A/27A/35A
NT65AT
8 pin waterproof DIN connector
D2D CABLE
CONNECTING CABLE
Y ADAPTER
CABLE
NT308W
BMA500M
Ground(-)
Acc(+12V)
D2D CABLE
CONNECTING CABLE

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Limited One Year Warranty
This warranty gives you specific legal
rights. You may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
arrants this product to the
original purchaser to be free from defects
in material and workmanship for a period
of one year from the date of the original
purchase.
grees, at our option, during the
warranty period,
to repair any defect in material or
workmanshiporto furnish an equal
new, renewedor comparable product
(whichever is deemed necessary)in
exchange without charges, subjectto
verificationof the defector malfunction and
proofof the date of purchase. Subsequent
replacement products are warranted for the
balance of the original warranty period.
Who is covered? This warranty is extended
to the original retail purchaser for products
purchased from an authorized NavAtlas
dealer and used in the U.S.A
What is covered? This warranty covers all
defects in material and workmanshipin this
product. The following are not covered:
software, installation/removal costs,
damage resulting from accident, misuse,
abuse, neglect, product modification,
improper installation, incorrect line voltage,
unauthorized repair or failure
to follow instructions supplied with the
product, or damage occurring during return
shipmentof the product.
What to do?
1. Before you call for service, check the
troubleshooting guide in your owner’s
manual. A slight adjustment of any
custom controls may save youaservice
call.
2. If you require service during the
warranty period, you must carefully
pack the product (preferably in the
original package) and ship it by prepaid
transportation with a copy of the original
receipt from the retailer to an
authorized service center.
3. Please describe your problem in
writing and include your name, a
return UPS shipping address (P.O. Box
not acceptable), andadaytime phone
number with your shipment.
4. For more information and for the
location of the nearest authorized
service center please contact us by one
of the following methods:
•Callus
1-562-946-7471
•E-mail us at
Exclusion of Certain Damages: This
warranty is exclusive and in lieu of any
and all other warranties, expressed or
implied, including without limitation the
implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose and any
obligation, liability, right, claim or remedy
in contract or tort, whether or not arising
from the company’s negligence, actual
or imputed. No person or representative
is authorized to assume for the company
any other liability in connection with the
sale of this product. In no event shall the
company be liable for indirect, incidental or
consequential damages.
Factory defects include:
· MID/Tweeter not playing or distorting
· Glue/adhesive separating or not holding
correctly
· Tinsel leads not attached/soldered
correctly
· LED not working out-of-box
EXCHANGE ONLY ON FACTORY DEFECTS, PHYSICAL
DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.

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Specifications
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
8.5" x 3.8" x 1.6"
250W x 1CH
500W x 1CH
0.1%
＞100dB
45Hz - 150kHz
20k Ohms
3V
40A x 1
8.5" x 3.8" x 1.6"
Power Output(@40hm)
Power Output(@20hm)
THD
Signal to Noise Ratio(A-WTD)
Frequency Response(-3dB)
Input Impedance(Low Level)
Sensitivity Range
FUSE

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