AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION MANUAL D3 400.2 | D3 500.4 | D3 600.1 | D3 1000.
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Frequency Response: Signal to Noise Ratio: Channel Separation THD+N(Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise) RCA Input Sensitivity: RCA Input Impedance: Min to Max Voltage requirements High/Low Pass Crossover: Crossover Configuration: Bass EQ 20Hz to 20KHz +/-3 dB >95dBA (20 to 20kHz) 50dB <0.2% (Output-1W 4 Ohms) 150mV to 4V >20K Ohms 10.2V to 15.
218 xx 57.5mm 57.5mm 218 Connections and Controls 218 x 57.5mm This section describes how all of the terminals and adjustments of DAT D3 Series amplifiers function. 9 1 D3.400.2 D3.400.2 D3.400.
1 RCA Input and Pass-Thru Output - These RCA jacks allow for a normal Left and Right channel signal input. Simply connect to the source unit using RCA type audio cables, keeping them away from power wiring wherever possible. On the 4 channel amplifiers (D3 500.4) “Front” and “Rear” input jacks are present as well as a “Pass-Thru” output allows the signal to pass on to other amplifiers. The Pass-Thru output is unaffected by the onboard crossover.
Installation Guidelines Tools and Supplies Listed below are the tools and supplies needed to complete this installation: • • • • • • • • • • Volt/Ohm Meter Wire strippers and wire cutters #2 Phillips screwdriver Battery post wrench Hand held drill w/assorted bits High quality electrical tape or heatshrink tubing Soldering iron and solder or assorted crimp connectors Adequate Length— Power Wire (minimum 4 gauge recommended) Adequate Length— Ground Wire (minimum 4 gauge recommended) Adequate Length—Remote
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 will provide adequate cooling of the amplifier. If you will be mounting it to an existing panel, be sure it’s not prone to excessive vibration (such as mounting to the back of a subwoofer enclosure). Excess vibration is not recommended for electronic products, amplifiers included.
3) 4) 5) Trim the power cable within 18 inches (45.7mm) of the positive battery post and splice in a in-line fuse holder. DO NOT install the fuse at this time. Strip 1/2 inch (12.7mm) from the battery end of the power cable and crimp a large ring terminal to the cable. Connect the ring terminal to the positive (+) battery post.
Connecting Multiple Speakers If you must connect more than one speaker per channel, there are two methods in which to do so: Series or Parallel. Parallel connections are harder on the amplifier than series connections, as the total impedance is lower compared to driving a single speaker, and the amplifier must produce more current to drive them. The following diagrams show “bridged” connections from the amplifier.
EVgVaaZa 8dccZXi^dc HZg^Zh 8dccZXi^dc For more wiring options, see the Support section at www.diamondaudio.com. Installing the Remote Level Controller The D3 600.1 and the D3 1000.1 come packaged with a remote level control. This allows you to control the level by attenuating the amplitude or increasing (up to the maximum set-point) of the amplifier’s input gain control. This control does not add additional bass boost, it simply allows you to control the level to suit your tastes.
Adjustment of Built-In Crossover (All Models) Placing the switch in the HP position sets the amplifier to the High Pass mode, enabling frequencies above the cutoff point to pass. Placing the switch in the LP position sets the amplifier to the Low Pass mode, enabling frequencies below the cutoff point to pass. Placing the switch in the OFF position sets the amplifier to Full Range, preventing any crossover adjustment. This setting allows ALL frequencies to pass to the speakers. (Not available on D3 600.
Diamond Audio Warranty Diamond Audio Technologies, LLC (DAT) warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase provided it was purchased from an authorized DAT retailer within the United States. However, if this product was installed by an authorized DAT retailer, the warranty period will be extended to three (3) years.
