XPE1700 XPE2700 XPE4700 XPE SERIES INSTALLATION/OWNER’S MANUAL Mobile Power Amplifiers
XPE 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.
XPE SERIES INSTALLATION Connection Descriptions NOTE Be sure to follow specific instructions included with your amplifier installation kit (not included with this amplifier). The information below should be used a general guideline only. Power Wire (+12V) • Disconnect negative battery terminal before proceeding. Consult a qualified technician for instructions if you are unsure. • Plan wire routing before cutting any wires to length.
XPE SERIES INSTALLATION Audio Inputs and Controls RIGHT X-OVER SUB SONIC 0FF LINE INPUTS MAX MIN ON LP 50Hz BASS BOOST OFF PHASE 0FF 6dB 12dB 0 180 500Hz XPE1700 FREQUENCY GAIN LEFT 1 3 2 4 5 6 SPEAKER INPUTS RIGHT 7 X-OVER GAIN LP LINE INPUTS OFF HP 0FF 6dB 12dB MAX MIN BASS BOOST FREQUENCY 50Hz 500Hz XPE2700 LEFT 1 8 FRONT LEFT RIGHT 2 INPUT MODE 5 4 X-OVER GAIN 6 BASS BOOST FREQUENCY FRONT 4CH 2CH LINE INPUTS MAX MIN MAX LP OFF HP LP OFF HP
XPE SERIES INSTALLATION Power and Speaker Connections POWER GND REM SPEAKER FUSES 30A 30A BAT + - + XPE1700 1 2 3 4 5 SPEAKERS POWER GND FUSE BAT + REM - 25A LEFT + BRIDGE - RIGHT + XPE2700 1 2 3 4 POWER GND REM BAT + 5 SPEAKERS FUSES 25A - 25A LEFT + BRIDGE - RIGHT + FRONT REAR XPE4700 1 2 3 5 4 1 Ground Connection 4 Fuse(s) 2 Remote Connection 5 Speaker Connection(s) 3 +12VDC Battery Connection 5
XPE SERIES INSTALLATION Typical Wire Routing REM (TURN-ON LEAD) 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. Using an incorrect fuse could damage the amplifier. For optimum performance, use only the wire size listed below or larger.
XPE SERIES INSTALLATION Amplifier Connections Speaker Connections Connect speaker wires observing polarity. The minimum impedance load for the XPE2700 and XPE4700 is 2 ohms stereo and 4 ohms bridged. Use of loads lower than these is not recommended and may cause amplifier damage. The XPE2700 and XPE4700 can be wired for stereo, bridged or stereo/bridged simultaneous operation.
XPE 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. Repeat for all input level controls.
XPE 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.
XPE SERIES OPERATION Specifications CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications (reference: 14.4VDC, 20Hz~20kHz) XPE1700 Power Output (14.4VDC, 20Hz ~ 20kHz): 240 Watts RMS x 1 channel @ 4 ohms and ≤ 1% THD+N 400 Watts RMS x 1 channel @ 2 ohms and ≤ 1% THD+N Total dynamic power: 1000 Watts Signal to noise ratio: 75dBA (reference: 1 watt into 4 ohms) Frequency response: 20Hz ~ 20kHz (-3dB) Amplifier dimensions: 8.95”(L) x 13.3”(W) x 2.06”(D) Typical installation dimensions: 11”(L) x 15”(W) x 3.
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XPE SERIES OPERATION Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action Unit will not turn 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 Unit has power - LED is Speaker wires not connected blue (but no sound) Volume turned all the way down One or more speaker wires touching each other or touching chassis ground Speaker(s) defective or da
