XPA2500 XPA4640 XPASERIES INSTALLATION/OWNER'S MANUAL Mobile Power Amplifiers DUAL AUDIO Dual
. . XPA SERIES INSTALLATION Preparation Please read entire manual before installation. Due to the technical nature of amplifiers. it is highly recommended that your DUAL amplifier is installed by a professional installer or an authorized dealer. Before You Start • Disconnect negative battery terminal. (consult a qualified technician for instructions) • Avoid installing the amplifier where it would be subject to high temperatures. such as from direct sunlight. or where it would be subject to dust.
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• XPA SERIES INSTALLATION . . . >_.. .~ ~~~._-~~~~-~~--- Typical Wire Routing REM (TURN-ON LEAD) 0+ 18" 1- (MAXIMUM) -I +12V(BATTERY) RCA CABLES GND (GROUND) FUSE SPEAKERS Main Power Connections Connect + 12V. GND and REM wires accordingly. A suitable fuse MUST be instaLLed on the + 12V lead within 18" of the battery for protection of the vehicle's electrical system. 6 Fuse Rating Power/Ground Wire Size When replacing fuses. make sure new fuse is the correct type and amperage.
XPA SERIES INSTALLATION . ' Amplifier Connections Speaker Connections Connect speaker wires observing polarity. The minimum impedance load for the XPA2500 and XPA4640 is 2 ohms stereo and 4 ohms bridged. Use of loads lower than these is not recommended and may cause amplifier damage. The XPA2500 and XPA4640 can be wired for stereo. bridged or stereo/bridged simultaneous operation.
• • XPA SERIES OPERATION -------------------- Configuration/Setup Input level Control The input level control (gain) is used to obtain the best possible match between the head unit audio output and the amplifier input. Begin by turning the input level control fully counterclockwise. Next. turn up the head unit volume control around 3/4 of the way up. Adjust the input level control clockwise until audible distortion is heard, then slightly counterclockwise to provide the best match.
XPA SERIES WARRANTY . . Limited One-Year Warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Dual Electronics Corp. warrants 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. Dual Electronics Corp. agrees. at our option. during the warranty period. to repair any defect in material or workmanship or to furnish an equal new.
[II XPA SERIES OPERATION Specifications CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications (reference: 14.
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. . XPA SERIES OPERATION _ Troubleshooting ---------------_ _--.. _. . . . Unit will not tum on + 12V wire not connected or incorrect voltage Check connections for proper voltage (no power LED indicator) REM wire not connected or incorrect voltage (11-16VDC) GND wire not connected Check connection to ground Fuse(s) blown Replace fuse(s) Check connections at speakers Unit has power - LED is Speaker wires not connected green (but no sound) ...V..:.
