Rockford Fosgate Marine M400-4D Original operating instructions

A A
IN
E
AMPLIFIERS
M400.-4D
•
M600-4D
•
M600-5
M750-1
D •
M1200-1
D
Installation
&
Operation

2
Introduction
Dear
Customer,
Congratulations
on
your
purchase
of
the
world's
finest
brand
of
car
audio
products.
At
Rockford
Fosgate
we
are
fanatics
about
musical
reproduc-
tion
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
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installations
are
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of
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puzzle
when
it
comes
to
your
system.
Make
sure
that
your
installer
is
using
100%
authentic
installation
accessories
from
Rockford
Fosgate
in
your
installation.
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has
everything
from
RCA
cables
and
speaker
wire
to
power
wire
and
battery
connectors.
Insist
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it!
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Table
of
Content
2
Introduction
3
Specifications
4-5
Design
Features
6-12
Installation
Installation
Considerations
Mounting
Locations
Battery
and
Charging
Wiring
the
System
13
Operation
Adjusting
Gain
Adjusting
Crossover
Frequency
Input
Switch
Variable
Phase
Punch
EO
(Variable
&
Selectable)
Remote
Punch
Level
Control
14
Troubleshooting
15-23
Additional
Languages
French
Spanish
German
Italian
.
24
Limited
Warranty
Information
If,
after
reading
your
manual,
you
still
have
questions
regarding
this
prod-
uct,
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.
Safety
This
symbol
with
"WARNING"
is
intended
to
A\
alert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
important
in-
~
WARNING
structions.
Failure
to
heed
the
instructions
will
result
in
severe
injury
or
death.
ihCAUTION
This
symbol
with
"CAUTION"
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
important
in-
structions.
Failure
to
heed
the
instructions
can
result
in
injury
or
unit
damage.
•
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.
•
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.
©2013
Rockford
Corporation.
All
Rights
Reserved
ROCKFORD
FOSGATE
and
associated
logos
where
applicable
are
registered
trademarks
of
Rockford
Cor-
poration
in
the
United
States
and/or
other
countries.
All
other
trademarks
are
the
property
of
their
respective
owners
Specifications
subject
to
change
without
notice.

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4
Design Features
Variable Phase
The variable 0-180 ° phase control allows the listener
to change the arrival time of the subwoofer sound
waves relative to the same frequencies from the main
speakers .
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additional channels when not connected .
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Gain Control
The gain c ontrol is used to match the output of the
audio source.
Punch EO - Selectable
This selectable control works along with the
crossover switch on the amplifier, boosting the
b as s fr equ encies.
Remote Punch level Control
Remotely c ontrol the subwoofer output
lev el of th e amplifier.
High level Inputs - Optional Inputs
Acce pts High Level speak er signal wh en util i zing
th e4- pin Molex harness provided.
RCA Input/Pass - Thru Jacks
Th e RCA Input s /P a ss- Thru Jacks are nickel-pl at ed to resi st the signal degradation
c aused by corro sio n. The Pass- Thru provides a convenient sour ce for daisy-chaining
an additional amplifier without running an extra set of RCA cables fr om the front of th e
vehicle to th e rear amplifier lo c ation.
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6
Installation
Contents
• Prime Amplifier
• Mounting Hardware
• Allen Wrench
• Punch Level Control
Installation Considerations
• 4-pin Molex Connector (if
equipped)
• Installation & Operation
Manual
The following is a list of tools needed for installation:
• Fuse-holder and fuse . (See
specifications for fuse rating)
• Hand held drill w/assorted bits
• Volt/Ohm Meter
• Wire strippers
• Wire crimpers
• Wire cutters
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Battery post wrench
• Assorted connectors
• Adequate Length-Red Power
Wire
• Adequate Length-Remote
Turn-on Wire
• Adequate Length-Black
Grounding Wire
This section focuses on some of the vehicle considerations for install-
ing 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 ac cessible for making
adjustments.
If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it installed by
a qualified technician .
.6.CAUTION Before installation, disconnect the battery neg-
ative (-)terminal to prevent damage to the unit,
fire and/or poss i ble injury.
Lt. CAUTION
Before beginning any installation, follow these
simple rules :
1.
Be sure to carefully re ad 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 a ll 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 connec t ors for a reliable 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
vehic le provides the best protection.
8. 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 18" (45.7 em) of the battery terminal.
10. When grounding to the chassis of the vehicle, scrape all paint from
the metal to ensure a good , 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 .
Seatbelt bolts should never be used for connecting to ground.
Mounting Locations
To ensure optimal performance , mount the amplifier with at least
1" (2.54cm) of air gap around the amplifier's heat sink to provide
proper cooling.
Trunk Mounting
Mounting the amplifier vertically or inverted will provide adequate cool-
ing of the amplifier. Mounting the amplifier on the floor of the trunk will
provide the best cooling of the amplifier.
Passenger Compartment Mounting
Mounting the amplifier in the passenger compartment will work as long as
you prov i de a sufficient 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 1" (2 . 54cm) of air gap around the amplifier 's heats ink.
A-- CAUTION Never mount this unit in the engine compart-
~ ment. Mounting the unit in the engine com-
partment will void your warranty.
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 en s ure that the electri c al s ystem has enough capacity to handle the
increased load of your stereo system . Stock e lectrical systems which are
in good condition should be abl e to handle the extra load of any Prime
Series amplifier without proble ms, a lthough battery and altern a tor life can
be reduced slightly. To maximize the pe rformance of your amplifier, we
s uggest t he use of a heavy duty battery and an en e rgy storage capacitor.

·Wiring
the
System
Lt.
CAUTION
If
you
do
not
feel
comfortable
with
wiring
your
new
unit,
please
see
your
local
Authorized
Rockford
Fosgate
Dealer
for
installation
.
Lt_
CAUTION
Before
installation,
disconnect
the
battery
neg-
ative
(-)terminal
to
prevent
damage
to
the
unit,
fire
and/or
possible
injury.
Lt_
CAUTION
Avoid
running
power
wires
near
the
low
level
input
cables,
antenna,
power
leads,
sensitive
equipment
or
harnesses
.
The
power
wires
car-
ry
substantial
current
and
could
induce
noise
into
the
audio
system.
1.
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
a
precise
fit
at
a
later
time
.
2.
Prepare
the
RED
wire
(power
cable)
for
attachment
to
the
amplifier
by
stripping
1/2"
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
a
in
line
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
an
appropriate
size
ring
terminal
to
the
cable
.
Use
the
ring
terminal
to
connect
to
the
battery
positive
terminal.
5.
Prepare
the
BLACK
wire
(Ground
cable)
for
attachment
to
the
ampli
f
ier
by
stripping
1/2"
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
a
ring
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
poss
i
ble.
Always
less
than
30"
.
Installation
6.
Prepare
the
Remote
turn-on
wire
for
attachment
to
the
amplifier
by
stripping
1/2"
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
pl
ace.
Connect
the
other
end
of
the
Remote
wire
to
a
switched
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
a
mechanical
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
pane
ls.
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.
Switch
in
5CH
position,
"
ACTIVE"
-
Sub
inputs
for
sub
output.
When
connecting
to
the
5-Channel
inputs,
be
sure
to
route
front,
rear
and
sub
RCA
cables
tightly
together.
Lt_
CAUTION
Always
ensure
power
is
off
or
disconnected
at
the
amplifier
before
connecting
RCA
cables.
Failure
to
do
so
may
cause
damage
to
the
am-
plifier
and/or
connected
components.
Note
:
When
the
installation
requires
a
High
Level
(Speaker)
input,
use
the
4-pin
Molex
connector
to
tie
into
your
vehicles
speaker
wiring.
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.
Lt_
CAUTION
This
amplifier
is
not
re
co
mmended
for
im
-
pedance
loads
below
2-0hm
stereo/4-0hm
bridged
for
the
front/rear
channels
and
2-
ohm
for
the
sub
channel.
Models
M750-1
D
and
M1200-1
D
are
not
recommended
for
imped-
ance
loads
below
1-
0hm
.
7

8
Installation
4-Channel
(Stereo)
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&
M600-40
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chassis
ground
of
vehicle
*Keep grounds as
short
as possible
Less than 18"
NEG
20
min.
*Keep grounds as
short
as possible
20
min.
40min.
Installation
Amplifier
il
lus
.-
2.2
9

10
Installation
4-Channel
(2ch
Mono-Bridged)
M400-4D
&
M600-4D
Source
Unit
........
___._,...
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Switched
12V
to
REM
Connect
to
chassis
ground
of
vehicle
*Keep grounds as
short
as
poss
i
bl
e
Less than
18"
illus.-
2.3
+
POS
NEG
40
40
nnin.
nnin.
*K
ee
p grounds
as
short
as possible
Amplifier

3-Channel
(2ch
Bridged
&
1ch
Parallel)
M600-5
Source
Unit
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--
- - - - - - -
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Switched I2V
to
REM
Connect
to
chassis
ground
of
vehicle
*Keep gr
ound
s as
short
as possible
Less
th
an 18"
Fuse
NEG
20min
.
*Keep grounds as
sho
rt
as possible
40
min.
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min.
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11

12
Installation
5-Channel (4ch Stereo & 1ch Mono)
M600-5
Source Unit
......... ___._ ..... ----- ---~- -----------------:
Switched 12V
to REM
Connect to chassis
ground of vehicle
*Keep grounds as short
as possible
Less than 18"
illus.-2.5
-- - -- -- - c:OT1ImJ--omi I 0>- ---- ---- - -- ---- -~ :
NEG
20 20
min. min.
20min.
*Positive(+) and Negative(-) outputs
are wired
in parallel internally.
*Keep grounds as
short as possible
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20 20
min. min.
Amplifier

Adjusting
Gain
•
llus
.
-3
.1
GAIN
1.
Turn
amplifier
gains
to
minimum
(counter-clockwise).
5
~
7
3·
~
·9
2.
Turn
the
source
unit
volume
up
to
7/8
maximum
(or
when
1• •
11
distortion
is
just
inaudible)
.
3.
Slowly
increase
amplifier
gain
control
until
adequate
volume
is
achieved.
NOTE:
Best
signal
to
noise
and
dynamic
range
are
realized
with
gain
set
to
minimum.
For
a
more
in
depth
setting
procedure,
contact
Rockford
Technical
Support.
_n..
CAUTION
A~oid
~ettin~
amplifie~
gain
high
as
noise
and
L.!.1
d1stort1on
w1ll
greatly
mcrease.
Adjusting
Crossover
Frequency
Do
the
following
individually
for
each
channel.
illus
.-
3.3
ilius
.-12
FREQ.
Hz
Placing
the
crossover
switch
in
the
HP
posi-
tion
sets
the
amplifier
to
the
High
Pass
mode
,
enabling
frequencies
above
the
cut-off
point
to
pass
,
adjustable
between
50-250Hz.
X-OVER
.0
[I]
LP
-AP
-HP
50
250
Placing
the
crossover
switch
in
the
APposition
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
50-250Hz.
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
.
Input
Switch
Setting
this
switch
to
the
2CH.
position,
switches
the
inputs
to
a
2-channel
mode
,
allowing
connection
to
only
the
front
inputs
with
a
4-channel
output.
il
l
us
.-3
4
2/4/5
CH.
SWITCH
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2
CH.
-4CH.
•
5CH.
Output
c
ontrols
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
.
Switch
in
5CH.
position,"ACTIVE"
7
All
Front,
Rear
and
Sub
channel
inputs
.
NOTE:
When
connecting
to
the
4-
Channel
inputs
,
be
sure
to
route
both
front
and
re
ar
RCA
cables
tightly
together.
ill
us.
-
3.5
Variable
Phase
PHASE
Allows
you
to
conveniently
switch
the
output
phase
of
the
~
amplifier
betwe
enoo
and
180
°.
This
has
the
same
effect
as
0 •
physically
rev
e
rsing
the
Positive(
+)
and
Negative(
-)
speaker
wires
.
High
Level
Input
High
Level
Inputs
are
used
when
you
want
to
connect
an
amplifier
to
your
factory
radio
or
an
aftermarket
radio
that
does
not
have
low-level
(RCA)
inputs
.
It
allows
you
to
use
the
signal
coming
from
the
speaker
outputs
as
an
input
sourc
e
for
the
amplifi
e
r.
Operation
Punch
EO
This
works
along
with
the
crossover
switch
on
the
amp
li
fier.
When
set
to
Low-Pass
(LP)
operation,
this
is
a
variable
Bass
Boost.
When
set
to
High-
Pass
(HP)
operation,
this
is
a
variable
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.
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6
Maximum
+
20
:
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Flat
20
8
~!:
100
200
sooHz
1k 2k
sk
10k 20k
Variable
0-+
18dB@
45Hz
(M400-4D,
M600-40
,
M750-1
0&
M1200-10)
·Maximum
Boost
100 200
500
1k 2k 5k 10k 20k
Variable
0-+
12dB
@
45Hz
(M600-5)
Maximum
Boost
+20
+18
+16
dB+14
PUNCH
EQ.
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Minimum
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Flat
20
8
~!:
1oo 2oo
Selectable:
0/+6dB/+
12dB@
45Hz
(M600-5)
Hz
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500
1k 2k
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10k 20k
Hz
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CAUTION
Over
exc~
r
sion
and
subsequen
t
damage
may
L.!.1
occur
at
h1gh
levels
of
boost.
Remote
Punch
Level
Control
(Option)
Quick
Install:
1.
Using
the
screws
supplied,
install
the
mounting
clip.
2.
Slip
the
remote
onto
th
e
mounting
clip
until
it
snaps
into
place
.
3.
Route
and
co
nn
ec
t
th
e
cabl
e
to
th
ere
mote
a
nd
amplif
i
er.
Operation:
4.
When
connected,
the
"
Level
Control"
is
linked
and
allows
you
to
remotely
control
the
output
level
of
the
amplifier
from
the
dash
or
ce
nter
con
so
I
e.
13

14
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
NOTE:
If
you
are
having
problems
after
installation
follow
the
Trouble-
shooting
procedures
below.
Check
Amplifier
for
proper
connections.
Verify
that
POWER
light
is
on.
If
POWER
light
is
on
skip
to
Step
3,
if
not
continue.
1.
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
14.4
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.
Protect
light
is
on.
1.
If
the
Protect
light
is
on,
this
is
a
sign
of
a
possible
short
in
the
speaker
connections.
Check
for
proper
speaker
connections
and
use
a
volt/ohm
meter
to
check
for
possible
shorts
in
the
speaker
wi
ring.
Too
low
of
a
speaker
impedance
may
also
cause
Protect
to
light.
Check
Amplifier
for
audio
output.
1.
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.
Check
Amplifier
if
you
experience
Turn-on
Pop
.
1.
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
a
delay
turn-on
module.
OR
1.
Use
a
different
12
Volt
source
for
REMOTE
lead
of
amplifier.
Check
Amplifier
if
you
experience
excess
Engine
Noise.
1.
Route
all
signal
carrying
wi
res
(RCA,
Speaker
cables)
away
from
power
and
ground
wires
. ·
OR
1.
Bypass
any
and
all
electrical
components
between
the
stereo
and
the
amplifier(s).
Connect
stereo
di
rectly
to
input
of
amplifier.
If
noise
goes
away
the
unit
being
bypassed
is
the
cause
of
the
noise
.
OR
1.
Remove
existing
ground
wires
for
all
electrical
components.
Reground
wires
to
different
locations.
Verify
that
ground
i
ng
location
is
clean,
shiny
metal
free
of
paint,
rust
et
c.
OR
1.
Add
secondary
ground
cable
from
negative
battery
terminal
to
the
chassis
metal
or
engine
block
of
vehicle
.
OR
1.
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.

24
Warranty
Rockford
Corporation
offers
a
limited
warranty
on
Rockford
Fosgate
products
on
the
following
terms:
Length
of
Warranty
Speakers,
Signal
Processors,
PRIME
and
PUNCH
Amplifiers-
1
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
Distribu-
tor
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
a
copy
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
a
product
deemed
to
be
equivalent)
at
Rock
f
ord's
discretion.
What
is
Not
Covered
1.
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
of
fitness
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
of
the
product.
How
to
Obtain
Service
Contact
the
Authorized
Rockford
Fosgate
Dealer
you
purchased
this
product
from.
If
you
need
further
assistance
,
call1-800-669-9899
for
Rockford
Cus-
tomer
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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States
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AMPLIFIER VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE
RMS Power:
699
Serial Number:
·· ·· ·_ ._.,_ n. 2013
lU . -
Creation Date:
1220-55607-01