AMPLIFIERS PM300X1 PM400X4 PM600X4 • • • PM300X2 • PM400X2 PM500X1BD • PM500X2 PM1000X1BD • PM1000X5 Installation & Operation
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 reproduction 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.
er r Pow Stand fie plian t ard CTA-2006 C om Amp li 20Hz-20kHz 60A <1.0% @ 4 ohms <1.0% @ 2 ohms 150mV-12V 20k >85dB >105dB >50dB >55dB >500 20Hz-20kHz 50A <1.0% @ 4 ohms <1.0% @ 2 ohms 150mV-12V 20k >85dB >105dB >50dB >55dB >500 Frequency Response Battery Fuse Rating (not supplied) THD+N @ Rated Power S/N Ratio CTA 2006 S/N Ratio @ Rated Power Channel Separation Common Mode Rejection Ratio Damping Factor Dimensions (LxWxH) Input Impedance Input Sensitivity (33.7cm x 19.7cm x 6.
Design Features Output Clip Indicator The output clip indicator works in conjunction with the input level knob, illuminating to appropriate color depending on the audio content used for the setup. Power/Protect LED Power LED illuminates blue when the unit is turned on. Protect LED illuminates yellow if a short circuit or to low of an impedance is detected at the speaker connections. Thermal LED illuminates red when amplifier overheats. The amplifier will automatically shut down if this occurs.
Crossover Switch Selectable switch for High-Pass (HP) or All Pass (AP) or Low-Pass (LP) Punch EQ A Gyrator based Punch EQ that eliminates frequency shift with boost. This works along with the crossover switch on the amplifier. Variable Crossover Is a built-in 12dB/octave Butterworth filter with a crossover point variable from 50Hz to 250Hz. Infrasonic Filter A fixed 28Hz 12dB/octave filter designed to prevent frequencies below the audio range from being applied to the subwoofer from the amplifier.
Installation Contents • Punch Amplifier • Test tones available for download at https://rftech. custhelp.com/app/answers/ detail/a_id/1126/ Scroll to the bottom of the page and download your preferred format. • Mounting Hardware • Allen Wrench • Quick Setup Guide Installation Considerations The following is a list of tools needed for installation: • Fuse-holder and fuse.
Installation Wiring the System If you do not feel comfortable with wiring your new unit, please see your local Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer for installation. Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal to prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury. Avoid running power wires near the low level input cables, antenna, power leads, sensitive equipment or harnesses. The power wires carry substantial current and could induce noise into the audio system. 1.
Installation 2-Channel (Stereo) PM300X2, PM400X2, PM500X2 PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install INPUT LEFT RIGHT PASS-THRU REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL LEFT PLC-OUT PLC-IN REM RIGHT BRIDGED SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP INPUT Optional Input Accessory Left (+) Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.
Installation 2-Channel (Mono) PM300X2, PM400X2, PM500X2 PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install INPUT LEFT RIGHT PASS-THRU REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL GND B+ LEFT PLC-OUT PLC-IN REM RIGHT BRIDGED SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP INPUT Optional Input Accessory Left (+) Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.
Installation 4-Channel (Stereo) PM400X4, PM600X4 PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install FRONT REAR LEFT RIGHT REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL LEFT RIGHT REM PLC-IN RIGHT LEFT RIGHT BRIDGED BRIDGED SPEAKERS PLC-OUT LEFT INPUT CLIP FRONT PASS-THRU REAR Optional Input Accessory Left (+) Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.
Installation 4-Channel (2ch Stereo & 1ch Mono-Bridged) PM400X4, PM600X4 PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install FRONT REAR LEFT RIGHT REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL LEFT RIGHT REM GND B+ PLC-IN RIGHT LEFT RIGHT BRIDGED BRIDGED SPEAKERS PLC-OUT LEFT INPUT CLIP FRONT PASS-THRU REAR Optional Input Accessory Left (+) Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.
Installation 4-Channel (2ch Mono-Bridged) PM400X4, PM600X4 PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install FRONT REAR LEFT RIGHT REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL LEFT RIGHT REM PLC-IN RIGHT LEFT RIGHT BRIDGED BRIDGED SPEAKERS PLC-OUT LEFT INPUT CLIP FRONT PASS-THRU REAR Optional Input Accessory Left (+) Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.
Installation 3-Channel (2ch bridged & 1ch Mono) PM1000X5 FRONT REAR SUB LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL REM GND B+ PLC-IN RIGHT BRIDGED LEFT RIGHT A B BRIDGED SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP FRONT REAR SUB PLC-OUT INPUT LEFT 2CH. - 4CH. Optional Input Accessory Left (+) Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.
Installation 5-Channel (4ch Stereo & 1ch Mono) PM1000X5 FRONT REAR SUB LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL REM GND B+ PLC-IN LEFT RIGHT BRIDGED LEFT RIGHT A B BRIDGED SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP FRONT REAR SUB PLC-OUT INPUT 2CH. - 4CH. *Positive(+) and Negative(–) outputs are wired in parallel internally. Optional Input Accessory Left (+) Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.
Installation Parallel Wiring (Full Range Capable) PM300X1 PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install LEFT RIGHT PASS-THRU REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL A B SPEAKERS REM GND B+ PLC-OUT PLC-IN INPUT INPUT CLIP INPUT Optional Input Accessory Left (+) Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.
Installation Mono Wiring PM300X1, PM500X1bd, PM1000X1bd PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install LEFT RIGHT PASS-THRU REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL A B SPEAKERS REM GND PLC-OUT PLC-IN INPUT INPUT CLIP INPUT *Positive(+) and Negative(–) outputs are wired in parallel internally. - P500X1BD, P1000X1BD - P300X1, P400X1 Optional Input Accessory Left (+) Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.
Installation Parallel Wiring PM500X1bd, PM1000X1bd PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install LEFT RIGHT PASS-THRU REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL A B SPEAKERS REM GND B+ PLC-OUT PLC-IN INPUT INPUT CLIP INPUT Optional Input Accessory Left (+) Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.
Operation Input Clip Indicator Setup Step 1. illus.-3.1 Step 6. Be sure to disconnect all speakers from the amplifier. illus.-3.6 LEFT RIGHT REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL Volume PLC-OUT Turn on the source unit with volume set to zero. INPUT CLIP FRONT illus.-3.2 LEFT RIGHT PLC-IN Failure to comply may cause damage to connected components and/or amplifier. Step 2. Decrease the source unit volume slightly until the light turns completely off.
Operation Adjusting Crossover Frequency illus.-4.1 illus.-4.2 Do the following individually for each channel. signal the auto turn-on feature is active. With the auto turn-on active, the REM becomes an output to turn on/off up to two additional amplifiers or other accessories. Pass Thru Placing the crossover switch in the HP position sets the amplifier to the High Pass mode, enabling frequencies above the cut-off point to pass, adjustable between 50-250Hz.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting NOTE: If you are having problems after installation follow the Troubleshooting 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.
Warranty Rockford Corporation offers a limited warranty on Rockford Fosgate products on the following terms: Length of Warranty POWER Amplifiers – 2 Years BMW® Direct Fit Speakers – 2 Years PUNCH® & PRIME® Amplifiers – 1 Year Speakers, Signal Processors, Accessories and Capacitors – 1 Year All marine, motorcycle, motorsport products - 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 Ro
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Amplifier Clip lodicator Setup Input Clip Indicator Setup Be sure to disconnect all speakers from the amplifier. Insert test tone or music CD to play for setup. ~CAUTION Failure to comply may cause damage to connected components and/or amplifier. ------- Adjust the Bass & Treble levels on the source unit to flat. Note: Use the 40Hz@ OdB tone (Track 5) for mono amplifier applications or the 1kHz@ OdB tone (Track 7) for multi-channel amplifier applications.
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