Rockford Fosgate T I000-4ad User manual

INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase of the world's finest brand of car audio amplifters. At Rockford Fosgate we are
fanatics about musical reproduction at its best, and we are pleased you chose our product Through years of
engineering expertise, hand craftsmanship and critical testing procedures, we have created a wide range of
products that reproduce music with all the clarity and richness you deserve.
For maximum performance we recommend you have your new Rockford Fosgate product installed by an
Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer, as we provide specialized training through Rockford Technical Training
Institute (RTTI). Please read your warranty and retain your receipt and original carton for possible future use.
Great product and competent installations are only apiece of the puzzle when it comes to your system. Make
sure that your installer is using 100% authentic instal/ation accessories from Connecting Punch in your installation.
Connecting Punch has everything from RCA cables and speaker wire to Power line and battery connectors. Insist on
it! After al/, your new system deserves nothing but the best.
To add the finishing touch to your new Rockford Fosgate image order your Rockford accessories, which include
everything from T-shirts to jackets and hats.
To get a free brochure on Rockford Fosgate products and Rockford accessories,
visit our web site at www.rockfordfosgate.com
or, in the U.S. call 1-800-669-9899 or FAX [phone].
For all other countries, call +001-480-967-3565 or FAX [phone].
PRACTICE SAFE SOUNDTM
Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over IOOdB may cause permanent
hearing loss. High powered auto sound systems may produce sound pressure levels
well
over 130dB. Use common sense and practice safe sound.
If. after reading your manual. you still have questions regarding this product. we recommend that you see
your Rockford Fosgate dealer. If you need further assistance, you can call us direct at
1-800-669-9899. Be sure to have your serial number. model number and date of purchase available when
you call.
The serial number can be found on the outside of the box. Please record it in the space provided below
as your permanent record. This will serve as verification of your factory warranty and may become useful
in recovering your unit if it is ever stolen.
Serial
Number:
Model Number: __
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 2
Safety Instructions 3
Design
Features 4
Installation 5-9
Installation
Considerations 5
Mounting Locations 5
Battery and Charging 6
Wiring the System 6
Operation. .......................... 10-1 I
Remote Punch EQ (Option) 10
Punch EQ 10
Adjusting Crossover Frequency 10
2/4 Channel Switch 10
Adjusting Gain I I
Troubleshooting I1-12
Specifications
12
Limited Warranty Information 13
NOTE: Review each section for more detailed information.
© 20 I0 Rockford Corporation. All rights reserved.
Rockford Fosgate. the Rockford Fosgate logo. the POWER logo and the PUNCH logo
are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Rockford Corporation.
2

GETTING STARTED
Welcome to Rockford Fosgate! This manual is designed to provide information for the owner,
salesperson and installer. For those of you who want quick information on how to install this product,
please turn to the Installation Section of this manual. Other information can be located by using the
Table of Contents. We, at Rockford Fosgate, have worked very hard to make sure all the information
in this manual is current. But, as we are constantly finding new ways to improve our product, this
information
is subject to change without notice.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
~WARNING
~CAUTION
This symbol with "WARNING" is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions
will result in severe injury or death.
This symbol with
"CAUTION" is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions
can result
in injury or unit damage.
tCAUTION: To prevent injury and damage to the unit, please read and follow the
~ instructions in this manual. We want you to enjoy this system, not get a
headache.
Lh CAUTION
Lh CAUTION
If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it installed by a
qualified Rockford Fosgate technician.
Before installation, disconnect
the battery negative (-) terminal to prevent
damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.
CONTENTS OF CARTON
Power T I000-4ad 4-Channel Amplifier
Installation &
Operation Manual
Mounting
Hardware Kit
The hardware kit included with each amplifier contains the mounting hardware necessary to secure the
amplifier to the vehicle.
Visit
our web site for the latest information on all Rockford products.
www.rockfordfosgate.com
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DESIGN FEATURES
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I, Power LED (Top of unit - Not Shown) -This Blue LED illuminates when the unit is turned on,
2. Thermal LED (Top of unit - Not Shown) -This Red LED illuminates if the amplifier internal components
become
too hot and engage the thermal protection. The amplifier will shut down to cool
if this occurs.
3. Protect LED (Top of unit - Not Shown) -This Yellow LED illuminates if a short circuit or too low of an
impedance is detected at the speaker connections. The shorted channel(s) will shut down automatically if
this occurs. All other channels will operate normally.
4. Cast Aluminum Heatsink -The cast aluminum heatsink of the Power amplifier dissipates heat generated
by the amplifier's circuitry.
5. Speaker Terminals -The heavy duty, nickel-plated clamp wire connectors (+ and -) will accept wire sizes
from 8
AWG to 18 AWG.
6. Remote Punch EQ (Optional Controller) -The Remote Punch EQ connection is made with a RJ-45 cable
and can be installed
in avariety of ways for easy control access. The control is used to boost low and/or
high frequency information to overcome road noise. The remote overrides the Punch EQ rear channel
control on the amplifier when connected.
NOTE: Previous (prior
to 2007) Punch Bass and Para-Punch remotes will not work with this amplifier.
7. Punch EQ - A Gyrator based Punch EQ that eliminates frequency shift with boost. This works along with
the crossover switch on the amplifier. When set to Low-Pass (LP) operation, this is avariable Bass Boost.
When set to High-Pass (HP) operation, this is avariable Mid-Bass and Treble Boost. When set to All
Pass (AP) operation, both the Bass and Treble frequencies are boosted.
8.
Crossover Switch -Selectable switch for High-Pass (HP), All Pass (AP), or Low-Pass (LP) operation.
9. Variable Crossover - Is abuilt-in 24dB/octave Butterworth filter with a crossover point variable from
50Hz
to 500Hz.
10. Gain Control -The input gain control is preset to match the output of most source units. It can be
adjusted
to match output levels from avariety of source units.
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I. RCA Input Jacks -The industry standard RCA jacks provide an easy connection for signal level input.
They
are nickel-plated to resist the signal degradation caused by corrosion.
12. RCA Pass-Thru Jacks -This Pass-Thru provides aconvenient source for
daisy-chaining
an additional amplifier without running an extra set of RCA cables from the front of
the vehicle
to the rear amplifier location.
13. 2/4 Channel Switch -Setting this switch to the 2CH. position, switches the inputs to a2-channel
mode, allowing connection
to only the front inputs with a4-channel output.
14. REM Terminal -The heavy duty, nickel-plated captive c-c1amp wire connector will accept wire sizes from
12 A WG to 24 A WG. This terminal is used to remotely turn-on and turn-off the amplifier when + 12V
DC is applied.
15. Power Terminals -The power and ground are nickel-plated captive c-c1amp wire connectors and will
accommodate up to 4 A WG wire.
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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
The following is alist of tools needed for installation:
Fuse-holder and fuse.
(See specifications
for fuse rating)
Volt/Ohm
Meter
Wire strippers
Wire crimpers
Wire cutters
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Battery post wrench
Hand held drill wlassorted bits
IIS"
diameter heatshrink tubing
Assorted connectors
Adequate Length-Red Power Wire
Adequate Length-Remote Turn-on Wire
Adequate Length-Black Grounding Wire
&.CAUTION:
&.CAUTION:
NOTE: We recommend a 4 AWG wire for use on the power (B+) and ground (GND) connections.
This section focuses
on some of the vehicle considerations for installing your new amplifier.
Pre-planning
your system layout and best wiring routes will save installation time. When deciding on the
layout of your new system, be sure that each component will be easily accessible for making adjustments.
If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it installed by a
qualified technician.
Before installation, disconnect
the battery negative (-) terminal to prevent
damage
to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.
Before beginning any installation, follow these simple rules:
I. Be sure to carefully read and understand the instructions before attempting to install the unit.
2. For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior to beginning the installation.
3. For easier assembly, we suggest you run all wires prior to mounting your unit in place.
4.
Route all of the RCA cables close together and away from any high current wires.
5. Use high quality connectors for areliable installation and to minimize signal or power loss.
6. Think before you drill! Be careful not to cut or drill into gas tanks, fuel lines, brake or hydraulic lines,
vacuum lines
or electrical wiring when working on any vehicle.
7. Never run wires underneath the vehicle. Running the wires inside the vehicle provides the best
protection.
S. Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic grommets to protect any
wires
routed through metal, especially the firewall.
9. ALWAYS
protect the battery and electrical system from damage with proper fusing. Install the
appropriate fuse holder and fuse on the + 12V power wire within IS" (45.7 cm) of the battery
terminal.
10. When grounding to the chassis of the vehicle, scrape all paint from the metal to ensure agood, clean
ground connection. Grounding connections should be as short as possible and always be connected
to metal that is welded to the main body, or chassis, of the vehicle.
MOUNTING LOCATIONS
Engine Compartment
Never mount this unit in the engine compartment. Mounting the unit in the engine compartment will void
your warranty.
Trunk Mounting
Mounting the amplifier vertically or inverted will provide adequate cooling of the amplifier.
Mounting
the amplifier on the floor of the trunk will provide the best cooling of the amplifier.
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I NSTALLA TION
Passenger Compartment Mounting
Mounting the amplifier in the passenger compartment will work as long as you provide asufficient amount
of air for the amplifier to cool itself. If you are going to mount the amplifier under the seat of the vehicle,
you must have
at least I" (2.S4cm) of air gap around the amplifier's heatsink.
Mounting
the amplifier with less than I" (2.S4cm) of air gap around the amplifier's heatsink in the
passenger compartment will not provide proper cooling and will severely affect the performance of the
amplifier and is strongly not recommended.
BATTERY AND CHARGING
Amplifiers will put an increased load on the vehicle's battery and charging system. We recommend
checking your alternator and battery condition to ensure that the electrical system has enough capacity
to handle the increased load of your stereo system. Stock electrical systems which are in good condition
should be able
to handle the extra load of any Power Series amplifier without problems, although battery
and
alternator life can be reduced slightly. To maximize the performance of your amplifier, we suggest the
use of aheavy duty battery and an energy storage capacitor.
WIRING THE SYSTEM
Lh CAUTION:
Lh CAUTION:
Lh CAUTION:
I.
If you do not feel comfortable with wiring your new unit, please see your
local Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer for installation.
Before installation, disconnect
the battery negative (-) terminal to prevent
damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.
Avoid running
power wires near the low level input cables, antenna, power
leads, sensitive equipment or harnesses. The power wires carry substantial
current and could induce noise into the audio system.
Plan the wire routing. Keep RCA cables close together but isolated from the amplifier's power cables
and any
high power auto accessories, especially electric motors. This is done to prevent coupling the
noise from radiated electrical fields into the audio signal. When feeding the wires through the firewall
or any metal barrier, protect them with plastic or rubber grommets to prevent short circuits. Leave
the wires long at this point to adjust for aprecise fit at alater time.
NOTE:
We recommend a 4 A WG wire for use on the power (B+) and ground (GND) connections.
2. Prepare the RED wire (power cable) for attachment to the amplifier by stripping 5/8" of insulation
from
the end of the wire. Insert the bared wire into the B+ terminal and tighten the set screw to
secure the cable in place.
NOTE: The
B+ cable MUST be fused 18" or less from the vehicle's battery. Install the fuseholder under
the hood and ensure connections are water tight.
3. Trim the RED wire (power cable) within 18" of the battery and splice in ainline fuse holder (not
supplied). See Specifications for the rating of the fuse to be used. DO NOT install the fuse at
this time.
4. Strip 1/2" from the battery end of the power cable and
crimp alarge ring terminal
to the cable. Use the ring
terminal
to connect to the battery positive terminal.
S. Prepare the BLACK wire (Ground cable) for attachment to
the amplifier by stripping 5/8" of insulation from the end of ~
the wire. Insert the bare wire into the GROUND terminal '-----
and tighten the set screw to secure the cable in place.
Prepare
the chassis ground by scraping any paint from the
metal surface and thoroughly clean the area of all dirt and
grease. Strip
the other end of the wire and attach aring
connector. Fasten the cable to the chassis using a
non-anodized screw and a
star washer.
NOTE: Keep
the length of the BLACK wire (Ground) as short
as possible. Always less than 30"(76.2cm).
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6. Prepare the Remote turn-on wire for for attachment to the amplifier by stripping 5/8" of insulation
from
the end of the wire. Insert the bared wire into the REMOTE terminal and tighten the set screw
to secure the wire in place. Connect the other end of the Remote wire to aswitched 12 volt positive
source. The switched voltage is usually taken from the source unit's remote amp on lead. If the
source unit does not have this output available, the recommended solution is to wire amechanical
switch
in line with a 12 volt source to activate the amplifier.
7. Securely mount the amplifier to the vehicle or amp rack. Be careful not to mount the amplifier on
cardboard or plastic panels. Doing so may enable the screws to pull out from the panel due to road
vibration
or sudden vehicle stops.
8. Connect from source signal by plugging the RCA cables into the input jacks at the amplifier.
NOTE:
All "ACTIVE" inputs must have RCA jacks connected. Switch in 2CH. position, "ACTIVE" - Front
channel inputs only.Switch in 4CH. position, "ACTIVE" - All Front and Rear channel inputs.When
connecting
to the 4-Channel inputs, be sure to route both front and rear RCA cables tightly
together.
Lh. CAUTION: Always ensure power is off or disconnected at the amplifier before
•connecting RCA cables. Failure
to do so may cause injury, damage to the
amplifier and/or connected components.
9. Connect the speakers. Strip the speaker wires 1/2" and insert into the speaker terminal and tighten
the set screw to secure into place. Be sure to maintain proper speaker polarity. DO NOT chassis
ground any
of the speaker leads as unstable operation may result.
10. Perform a final check of the completed system wiring to ensure that all connections are accurate.
Check all power and ground connections for frayed wires and loose connections which could cause
problems. Install inline fuse
near battery connection.
NOTE: Follow
the diagrams for proper signal polarity.
Power
Connection
See Specifications
for Fuse Rating
Fuse
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Less
than 18"
REM GND B+
Connect to
chassis ground
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Connect to Source unit's
accessory lead
or
switched 12v source
Vehicle Battery
*Keep Grounds
as short as possible
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INSTALLATION
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to set to 2CH.
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Crossover (Front &Rear) - is set independently to suit application.
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OPERATION
REMOTE PUNCH EQ (Optional)
NOTE: Previous (prior to 2007) Punch Bass and Para-Punch
remotes will not work with these amplifiers.
NOTE: Use
the instructions that came with the
remote for avariety of mountings that fit
your preference.
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NOTE: Connecting
the optional remote overrides the Punch EQ rear channel control on the amplifier.
CAUTION: Overexcursion and subsequent damage may occur at high levels of boost.
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PUNCH EQ
This works along with the crossover switch on the amplifier.
When set to Low-Pass (LP) operation, this is avariable Bass Boost.
When set to High-Pass (HP) operation, this is avariable Mid-Bass and Treble Boost.
When set to All Pass (AP) operation, both the Bass and Treble frequencies are boosted.
Set this
to your personal preference while listening to the system.
NOTE: Connecting
the optional remote overrides the Punch EQ rear channel control on the amplifier.
ADJUSTING CROSSOVER FREQUENCY
Do the following individually for each channel.
Placing
the crossover switch in the HP position
sets
the amplifier to the High Pass mode, enabling
frequencies above
the cut-off point to pass, adjustable
between 50-500Hz.
Placing
the crossover switch in the AP position sets
the amplifier to the All Pass mode, preventing any
crossover adjustment, allowing all frequencies to pass.
Placing
the crossover switch in the LP position
sets the amplifier to the Low Pass mode, enabling
frequencies below
the cut-off point to pass, adjustable
between 50-500Hz.
Crossover Switch
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GAIN
SWITCH
REAR GAIN
2/4 Channel Switch
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Hz
Turn the crossover adjustment knob all the way
down.
With the system playing, turn the crossover adjustment knob up slowly until the desired crossover
point is achieved.
2/4 CHANNEL SWITCH
Setting this switch to the 2CH. position, switches the inputs to a2-channel mode, allowing connection to
only the front inputs with a4-channel output.
Output controls function the same as if the amplifier was in 4-channel mode.
All "ACTIVE" inputs must have RCA jacks connected.
Switch
in 2CH. position, "ACTIVE" - Front channel inputs only.
Switch
in 4CH. position, "ACTIVE" - All Front and Rear channel inputs.
NOTE:
When connecting to the 4-Channel inputs, be sure to route both front and rear RCA cables
tightly together,
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OPERATION
ADJUSTING GAIN
Do the following individually for each channel.
To adjust the gain setting, turn the amplifier gains all the way down (counter-clockwise). Turn the source unit
volume
up until distortion is audible and then turn it down a bit until the distortion is inaudible. This will be
about all the way up on most source units. Next, increase the amplifier gain setting until adequate volume is
achieved.
NOTE: Best
signal to noise and dynamic range are realized with the gain at minimum. Most users find
adequate gain
and volume is achieved at about halfway in the adjustment range.
~ CAUTION: Avoid setting the amplifier gain very high as noise and distortion will
•increase significantly.
NOTE: For a more in depth setting procedure, contact Rockford Technical Support.
TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE: If you are having problems after installation follow the Troubleshooting procedures below.
Procedure I: Check Amplifier for proper connections.
Verify
that POWER light is on. If POWER light is on skip to Step 3, if not continue.
I. Check in-line fuse on battery positive cable. Replace if necessary.
2. Check fuse(s) on amplifier. Replace if necessary.
3. Verify that Ground connection is connected to clean metal on the vehicle's chassis. Repair/replace if
necessary.
4. Verify there is 9 to 16 Volts present at the positive battery and remote turn-on cable. Verify quality
connections
for both cables at amplifier, stereo, and battery/fuseholder. Repair/replace if necessary.
Procedure 2: Protect or Thermal light is on.
I. If the Protect light is on, this is a sign of apossible short in the speaker connections. Check for
proper speaker connections and use an ohm meter to check for possible shorts in the speaker wiring.
Too low of aspeaker impedance may also cause Protect to light.
2. If the Thermal light is on, check for proper speaker impedance, rewire if needed. This can also be a
sign of driving the amplifier at very high power levels without adequate airflow around the amplifier.
Shut
off the system and allow amplifier to cool. Check that the vehicle charging system is maintaining
proper voltage. If the previous items do not solve the problem, afault may be in the amplifier, call
customer service
for support.
Procedure 3: Check Amplifier for audio output.
I. Verify good RCA input connections at stereo and amplifier. Check entire length of cables for kinks,
splices, etc. Test RCA inputs
for AC volts with stereo on. Repair/replace if necessary.
2. Disconnect RCA input from amplifier. Connect RCA input from test stereo directly to amplifier input.
Procedure 4: Check Amplifier if you experience Turn-on Pop.
I. Disconnect input signal to amplifier and turn amplifier on and off.
2. If the noise is eliminated, connect the REMOTE lead of amplifier to source unit with adelay turn-on
module.
OR
I. Use adifferent 12 Volt source for REMOTE lead of amplifier (i.e. battery direct).
2. If the noise is eliminated, use arelay to isolate the amplifier from noisy turn-on output.
Procedure 5: Check Amplifier if you experience excess Engine Noise.
I. Route all signal carrying wires (RCA, Speaker cables) away from power and ground wires.
OR
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TROUBLESHOOTING
2. Bypass any and all electrical components between the stereo and the amplifier(s). Connect stereo
directly to input of amplifier. If noise goes away the unit being bypassed is the cause of the noise.
OR
3. Remove existing ground wires for all electrical components. Reground wires to different locations.
Verify
that grounding location is clean, shiny metal free of paint, rust etc.
OR
4. Add secondary ground cable from negative battery terminal to the chassis metal or engine block of
vehicle.
OR
5. Have alternator and battery load tested by your mechanic. Verify good working order of vehicle
electrical system including distributor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, voltage regulator etc.
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL- POWER TIOOO-4ad
Continuous Power Rating (RMS) - Measured at 14.4 Battery Volts
411 Load Per Channel
211 Load Per Channel
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11 Load Per Channel
411 Load Bridged
211 Load Bridged
Dimensions: Height
Width
Length
Battery Fuse Rating (Amp) External (Not Supplied)
250
Watts x 4
250
Watts x4
250
Watts x4
500
Watts x2
500
Watts x2
2.14" (5.42cm)
8.14" (20.68cm)
14.91" (37.86cm)
150A
"A" Weighted Signal to Noise Ratio
Referenced
to I Watt into 4ohms (CEA-2006)
"A" Weighted
Signal to Noise Ratio
Referenced
to rated output into 4ohms
Crossover Slope
Crossover Frequency
Frequency Response
Signal Voltage Adjustment Range
Protection
Equalization PEQ (Punch Equalization)
Input Impedance
Operating Voltage
Differential Inputs (Balanced)
CMRR (Common Mode Rejection Ratio)
Damping Factor
THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion +Noise)
;,,75 dB
;,,95 dB
24dB/octave Butterworth
variable from 50Hz
to 500Hz
20Hz
to 20KHz ± 1.0dB
Variable from 150mV to 5V (RCA Input)
NOMAD -Internal analog-computer
output protection circuitry
limits
power in case of overload, plus short protection.
Thermal switch shuts down
the amplifier in case of overheating.
Variable from
OdB to +18dB @45Hz and/or
OdB to +12dB @12KHz
20K ohms
9
to 16 Volts DC
Yes
>5SdB @
1KHz
>200
< 1.0 @I-Ohm, 2-0hm and 4-0hm
These specifications are Amplifier Power Standard CEA-2006 Compliant
Specifications subject to change without notice
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LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION
Rockford Corporation offers alimited warranty on Rockford Fosgate products on the
following terms:
Length of Warranty
Source Units. Speakers. Signal Processors and PUNCH Amplifiers - I Year
POWER Amplifiers - 2 Years
Any Factory Refurbished Product -90 days (receipt required)
What is Covered
This warranty applies only to Rockford Fosgate products sold to consumers by Authorized
Rockford Fosgate Dealers
in the United States of America or its possessions. Product
purchased
by consumers from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in another country are
covered only
by that country's Distributor and not by Rockford Corporation.
Who is Covered
This warranty covers only the original purchaser of Rockford product purchased from an
Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in the United States. In order to receive service, the
purchaser must provide Rockford with acopy of the receipt stating the customer name, dealer
name, product purchased and date of purchase.
Products found
to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced
(with aproduct deemed
to be equivalent) at Rockford's discretion.
What is Not Covered
I. Damage caused by accident, abuse. improper operations. water, theft, shipping
2. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product
3. Service performed by anyone other than Rockford or an Authorized Rockford Fosgate
Service
Center
4. Any product which has had the serial number defaced, altered, or removed
5. Subsequent damage to other components
6. Any product purchased outside the U.S.
7. Any product not purchased from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer
Limit on Implied Warranties
Any implied warranties including warranties offitness for use and merchantability are limited in
duration to the period of the express warranty set forth above. Some states do not allow limitations
on the length of
an implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No person is authorized to
assume for Rockford Fosgate any other liability in connection with the sale ofthe product.
How to Obtain Service
Contact the Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer you purchased this product from.
If you need further assistance, call 1-800-669-9899 for Rockford Customer Service. You must
obtain
an RA# (Return Authorization number) to return any product to Rockford Fosgate. You
are responsible for shipment
of product to Rockford.
EU Warranty
This product meets the current EU warranty requirements, see your Authorized dealer for
details.
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Installation assistance availible at:
RFTECH
www.rockfordfosgate.com/rftech
Rockford Fosgate
Rockford
Corporation
600 South Rockford Drive
Tempe. Arizona 85281
U.S.A.
In U.S.A., [phone]
Customer Service 1-800-669-9899
www.rockfordfosgate.com
Designed &Engineered
in Tempe.Arizona. U.S.A.
Specifications subjea to change without notice.
03/20 I0 E.R. "WebWizard"
1230-56058-02 Printed
in Thailand

IFI
Pert- 0r rTl a n c e Ve ri t- i cat ion C e rt i Fi cate
Model:
TlOOO-4ad
Rated Power: 1000 Watts
Serial # : Tested By:
JOHN SOULTAIRE
Birth Date: 01/11/2011
Engineering Inspection Data
CEA Test Voltage:
+14.4V
Channel Separation:
-68 db Actual Power
THD+N @ Rated Power:
0.056 %
358X4
@4 Ohms
Frequency Response:
PASS
Speaker Short Protection:
PASS
361 X4
@2
Ohms
Thermal Management:
PASS 365 X4
@1
Ohms
Punch® EQ Circuit:
PASS
Final Inspection:
PASS
speciFi cat ions
Actual Power Measured Into 2Ohms
450
400
--
350
---
300
!250
Gi
~
200
0
~
150
100
SO
Total RMS Power
1444
Power measured in accordance
with CEA-2006 Specifications.
2000010000
1000100
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20
Frequency (Hz)
This Rockford Fosgate amplifier has been tested using state of the art equipment to ensure that it meets or exceeds its rated specifications.

Are You Engineered to Rock, Or Wired for Stock?
Get aOne Year Extended Warranty when you use matching Rockford Fosgate or Lightning
Audio Amplifier Installation kit with this Amplifier!
We want you to get the performance and reliability that made Rockford Fosgate Amplifiers Famous. Using poor-quality
under-spec wiring is aguaranteed way to get less than you paid for from your system.
We are so certain that getting your system wired to rock with the right wire and cables will make adifference, that we will
give you and additional 1year warranty on your amp when you use the matching amplifier installation kit. See your dealer
to determine the matching kit for this amplifier.
To extend your warranty under this program attach the amplifier installation kit serial number sticker or the UPC code
removed from the original amplifier installation kit package in the box below. Keep this form along with your original
purchase receipt.
One warranty extension per amplifier regardless
of the number of amplifier kits purchased.
Limit on Implied Warranties
Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and merchantabilityare limited in duration to the period of the express warranty
set
forth above. Some states do not allow limitations in the length of an implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No person is
authorized to assume for Rockford Fosgate any other liability in connection with the sale of the product.
How to Obtain Service Under the Extended Warranty Program:
The amplifier must be returned by the customer (you) or an authorized Rockford Fosgate retailer with acopy of the original receipt and the
ORIGINAL PerformanceVerification Certificate with the amplifier installation kit serial number sticker, or the UPC code from the original
amplifierinstallation
kit package, attached.
Contact the Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer you purchased this
product from. If you need further assistance,call 1-800-669-9899
for Rockford Customer Service.
You must obtain an RA# (Return Authorization number) to return any product to Rockford Fosgate.
You are responsible for shipment of product to Rockford.
EU Warranty
This product meets the current EU warranty requirements; see your Authorized dealer for details.
"This Additional One-YearWarranty"
is only available where allowed under local laws.
Attach Amplifier Installation Kit
Serial
Number or UPC Code
from original packaging here.
1220-52746-01