DESIGN
FEATURES
I
I.
REM
Terminal -The heavy
duty,
nickel-plated captive
c-c1amp
wire connector
will
accept wire sizes
from
12
AWG
to
24 AWG.This terminal
is
used
to
remotely turn-on and tum-off
the
amplifier when
+
12V
DC
is
applied.
12.
PowerTerminals -The power and ground are nickel-plated captive
c-c1amp
wire connectors and
will
accommodate
up
to
4AWG wire.
13.
Fuses -These
ATC
fuses are easily accessible
in
case offailure.
Always
replace fuses with same type and
rating. See Specifications for fuse ratings.
NOTE:
Model P450.2 has
an
additional fuse (not shown) located
on
the
top
panel above
the
fuse on
the
front panel.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
CONSIDERATIONS
The following
is
alist
of
tools needed for installation:
Volt/Ohm Meter
Wire
strippers
Wire
crimpers
Wire
cutters
#2
Phillips
screwdriver
Battery
post
wrench
Hand held drill
wlassorted
bits
1/8"
diameter heatshrink tubing
Assorted
connectors
Adequate
Length-Red
Power
Wire
Adequate
Length-Remote
Tum-on
Wire
Adequate
Length-Black
Grounding
Wire
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.
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CAUTION:
If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself,
have
it
installed
by
a
•qualified technician.
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CAUTION:
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.
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 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.
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