Jensen A222HLX User's Manual
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1. High level inputs speaker level Low level inputs RCA phono Input sensitivity control Remote tum on off Electronic protection circuitry to protect the amplifier from short circuit DC offset and thermal overioad Unique super efficient heat sink design 50 watts RMS per channel 150 watts RMS bridged Bridgeable design Audio Amplifiers Amplification offers two advantages Optimum sound at low volume levels The A222HLX amplifier can make the sound of your receiver fuller and richer even at low volume levels Louder Many automotive radios provide four to 10 watts at maximum power At 50 watis RMS per channel 150 watts bridged the A222HLX can be played substantially louder permitting the use of more powerful speakers Installation and Location Requirements The A222HLX amptifier s compact design allows greater flexibility in mounting Some possible mounting locations are Under a seat In the trunk Under the dashboard When selecting a location remember that amplifiers generate heat Select a focadon where air can circulate around the amplifier Do not cover the A222HLX with carpets or enclose it behind interior wim panels Selecting Speakers The Jensen A222HLX amplifier provides the flexibility to power significantly upgraded speakers such as Jensen component systems and 2 3 way designs jensen offers a full line of loud speakers designed to deliver maximum bass performance when used with the A222H2. Power Amplifier 2x50 WATTS RMS POWER 2 CHANNEL INPUT SENSITIVITY CONTROL 2 8 OHM OPERATION HIGH LOW LEVEL INPUTS Owner s Manual and instalation Instructions Technical Assistance For technical assistance with the operation or installation of the A222HLX call 1 800 323 0221 ae Tiss 11 To ee See mes ot LAIA eee aav ppe A222HLX Amplifier Thank You Thank you for buying a Jensen product Congratulations on your investment in quality sound reproduction for your car Please read this manual before installation and operation Easy Operation Jensen products are simple and easy to operate This manua explains how to use the A227HLX for maximum enjoyment installation For proper operation it s very important that the unit be installed correctly We tried to make our step by slep instructions as clear as possible but we don t know about any unusual circumstances you may encoun ler Most installations are straightforward and can be handied by a do it yourselfer with reasonabie tools patience and the ability to foliow instructions However if you lack one or two of these requirements consider turning the installation job over 1o an authorized Jensen dealer instailer Technical Assistance For technical assistance with the operation or installation of the A222HLX power amplifier call 1 800 323 0221 For Your Records in case your Jensen amplifier requires service vou will ne
3. Groulation anuna amg f as a cent 2ctV4 ch amas Lowerno 2 ch ch swan in 4ch postion Switon to 2 ch son H i ampkier out with sosaxer 3 outs in bridged 1 configuration i i NO OLEO on amp fied Speaker wines PO connecied fo i Refer nage i prope instalation j channels speakers propesty i t _ lt vo Can t ind cause of posna Contact Jensen Technical Assistance i oc23 0221 Seen Ce tect eee ppp Specifications Amplifier 250 Watts Peak Power output 14 4 VDC kHz 4 Ohms 50 waus per channel RMS Jess than 0 3 THD 2 ohms 75 watts per channet RMS less than 0 5 THD 4 ohms bridged 150 watts per channel RMS less than 0 5 THD Frequency Response csc eee cece 10 Hz 30kHz 3 dB Signal to Noise Ratio Rated Power Channel Separation Ref Power THD amp IMD Ref Power into 2 ohms Speaker impedance input Impedance gt 65 dB 1 kHz 2 his 10 k ohms High Level 27 ohms aeee Low 150 Hz High 60 Hz 144 VDC 10 8 15 6 VDC aHowable Crossover Frequencies Power Requirement Fuse Requirement 2 ceccccscesscreeeencseeeccecnatentreseccecscgcemenenensaeconecegete as 25 amp blade type fuse FPR SENS ae enie aeieea ent tne ian SE even nine oes x9 a5 x F 76 2mm x 235mm x 203mm Specifications subject to change without notice Limited Warranty Length of Warranty This warraniy from Jensen a division
4. LX See your local authorized Jensen dealer for details PES ey enorme A222HLX Amplifier JENSEN inputs Crossover Adjust the crossover to accomodate e input Sensitivity your chosen installation method Speaker Terminals LPF low pass filter Connect to speakers Control HPF high pass filter Adjust the sensitivity Flat no filter to the input level See Instaflation Alternatives on page 5 Low Level Input RCA Connectors High Level Connect RCA cables from your receiver if equipped OF input Harness ta these RCA jacks For the least harmonic distortion Conneet wires from low level inputs are recommended your receiver s Speaker output to important these wires Do not connect both high level and low level inputs to the same inputs at the same Lime Outputs and Power Ground Terminal GND Hen Power Termina Connect to a good chassis ground The ground connection should be 10 42 Vv cican unpainted metal to provide a Connect directly to the good eleciricai connection vehicle battery with 10 gauge wire minimum anu nn n A Ej en f Remote Sensing Terminai RMT Power Light Connect the radio power antenaa lead to the Fuse i A 22HLX power sensing termina io turn the Use only This red light comes on when amplifier on whenever the receiver is tumed on a 25 amp 12 volt and DC power are avail If a power antenna lead is not availabie connect blade type able at both th
5. ced technician Power Antenna Lead fie sensing wire see low Splice as necessary j Lat Pass Right f Speaker Fitter Speaker ji ITOE H Always use 2 bow pass fitar when connecting a subwoofer to me A2Z2HD0 Sumooters have unique electrical requirements Failing to use 2 tow pass fitter can blow the power supoty fuse of cause damage to speaker and amplifier TT RAN MARR RNR NMR RRO OREN ERNE y 4 fj p Anvil d ot 5 i t t i i 2 H Conned to ether a fabeted ground lemna x J r na Gean unpaimad meta pan of ne chasss Ground t The amoiifier will not work if this wins is not connected f Eolia a Connect to the power anena lead of the radio ones sansin availabe Hone is not available conned to a 12V source 9 that is ve when ignition is on and inactive when ignon 5 off Comec to ne vehicle batiery Use 10 AWG wire or larger 12V This connection must be made last A2Z2HLX Amplifier Troubleshooting Possible Cause No power to yebow power wie with vehicle on No power to blue sensing wire wih rado on Check connections to rako Fuse bown inkne fuse yellow wire Check tuse Rado volume needs to be tumed up too high for amp Input sensitivity control adjusted foo kow Input Sensitivity control acfusted t00 high Adjust inou
6. e battery 2 volt this wire to a 12 WDC source that is switched fuse and sensing wires on with the ignition JENSEN A222HLX Amplifier Parts and Tools Suppiled parts and fasteners For low level input connection you will need a A222HLX Amplifier pair of shielded stereo audio cables with RCA 3 type jacks The teagth of the cable and configu High level input hamess ration of jacks depends on your particular j Other tools and supplies needed installation If mounted under the dash near the A Phiflips screwdriver radio you will need a pair of shielded audio ni R cables Keep these cabies as short as possible to A pocket knife or scraper to make a ciean minimize the chance of picking up interference cannection for the ground wire 5 ts es When mounting the amplifier in the unk route A deitl and 2 1 8 drili bit power and input cables on opposite sides of the Power ground speaker and sensing wire vehicle Solder a soldering gun and wire nuts of cleciri cal tape or 4 set or crimp on efectrical terminals for connecting high level inputs instaliation Alternatives See page 6 for detailed wiring instructions Saiact LPF Setect HPF Select FLAT crossover for crossover to crossover A222HLX subwooters block iow A222HLX A low pass Le psidged frequencies fiher must LJ for improved be instalied H speaker life and tor the better sound subwooter bridged e Sudwooter S
7. ed to have the original dated bill of sale If itis necessary to retum the unit for any reason always enclose the bill of sale with the product important Here are two imponant points you must know Wiring If wining connections are made incorrectly the unit will not operate properly and it could be damaged Follow the installation instructions carefully or have the installation handled by an experienced technician Fuses If you have to replace a fuse make sure the new fuse is the correct type and amperage Using the wrong rated fuse could damage the unit Table of Contents General information Audio Amplifiers Installation and Location Requirements Selecting Speakers H i La o SAE EEIN E PORE A EE EEEE ARE AAT EE O AT PE T ET 4 i lapur itivity Control Power Light High Level Input Harness Lx input RCA Connectors amp i Guiputs and Power Er TI E AE PE EREET Power Teaninal Ground Terminal Power Sensing Terminal Speaker Terminals Parts and Tools l installation Alternatives instalation Instructions Wiring instructions aun Troubleshooting ios aiecceteegi grates ds cox ck dct va aara dew AAAA LADEE AIEA L aaan Specifications and Warranty Deas EEE A EE Misesblatans E EAT eee een JENSEN A2Z22HLX Amplifier General information The Jensen A222HLX power amplifier is a wo lt Channel 250 watt peak automotive amplifier The A222HLX includes
8. enses required 0 repair the unit ates wou Must pay any labor costs for the removal and or installation of the product H duct is shipped for wal you must pre pay the initial shipping charge m shipping charges if the produci iS retumed to an address inside of the conti ure product for damage or joss during si Please i7 Limitation of Implied Warranties Ail eTranlies inciudiag waruntics of merchantat pardcular purpose are limited in duration 10 tre fen mii of this warrancy yawi Exdusion of Certain Damages Jensen s liabi imaited to the repair or mpiacement at our option defecuve product and shall in no event include incidental or consequential commercial damages of any Some states do not allow imitations on how jong an impbed we 23 and or do not allow the exclusion e limitation of incidenzal or consequential damage so the above limitations and exclusions may pot apply to you This warranty gives vou specific legal rights and you may also have other oghts which v Ale 10 Stile international Jensen Incorporated 4136 North United Parkway Schiller Park IL 60176 JENSEN is a registered trademark of International Jeasen ine rong mc gadaa iy tt LL
9. of Intemationat Jensen Ing remains in effect for a penod of one year from the date of the first consumer purchase Persons Protected This warranty will be enforceable by the anginal owner during the warranty period so long as proof of purchase from an authorized Jensen dealer is presented if warranty service is required What is Covered Except as otherwise specified this warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship in this product The following are not covered damage resulting from accident misuse abuse neglect product modification improper installanon incorrect ine volage unauthonzed repair or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product damage occurring during shipment claims must be presented 0 the camer elimination of car static or other electrical interferences any product purchased ouside of the USA or on which the seria number has been defaced modified or removed How to Obtain Warranty information If your Jensen amplifier requires service please telephone us at 1 800 323 4815 We will either inform you of the name and address of an authorized Jensen Repair Station which will service the product or we will advise you to send the product to a factory servic center Hf shipment of the product is required it should be packed securely The o gma dated bul of sale must alwavs be included with the product as proof of warranty coverage What We Will Pay For We will pay tor all tabor and mawnal exp
10. t sensitivity control pall Ajust inpet sensitivity control Sound from only one speaker Detective speaker Poor connections to speaker wire Check connections Replace speaker h po Speaker wires shorting together i Separate speaker wires and insulate Sound disioried input sensitivity conira adusted too high T Adjust input sensitivay conte bo Both high and low level inputs used Tisa only low level or high level inputs never both Blows fuses j Yellow wire shoxting to chassis Locate bare wire and insulate Speaker wires shorting together Separate speaker wires and insulate g Ademator whine n amplified Rado has poor noise immunity Disconnect 2udio inouts to amolifier if noise outputs vehice ignition noise disappears then the radio is at facet instak a power line fiter in yetow wire connections imoocer ground connecions Make sure radio and amplifier are grounded i tie H to the same port Loud pop 1 speakers when Sense wire bius not property connected Reter to page 6 for proper installation pawer is tumed on of of t i H 7 Ampities shuts Gown after Temperature shutdows Tum rao Gow H panog of bere from High 4 volume Suowooter used without low pass fier Change to 4 ohm speaker ioads if 2 ohm koads have i been used Amp will not operata inte 2 ohms H d bridged not enough ai
11. ubwoofer a installation instructions imporiant The first instaliavion step is to disconnect the negative terminal of the car battery For your sufety dy dot bypass this siep Make sure ocgalive baltery terininal is disconnected before making any wiring connections Every installation wih be a bir different hased upon vehicle design and whether the A222HLX is a new or replacement unit For best resulis read through all instruction steps before starting Check all locations snd placements carefully befor making any cuts OF Conaecuans Disconnect negative terminal of battery Determine location for amplifier check fit and spacing for wiring connections Drill holes tor mounting the A222HLX if necessary Connect wires to vehicle as shown in Wiring Connections on page 6 5 Reconnect the negative battery terminal 6 Adjust input sensitivity control Note For best results adjust sensnivicy to the lowest levels possible Adjust for best desiivd balance between front and tar speakers awh Installation is compicte sancr 8 7 PTE IE eee aaa np a PHE ET ppe magres i A222HLX Amplifier Wiring Instructions This section explains how to wire the A222HLX power amplifier to your vehicle system important H wiring connections are made wrong the unit will not operate properly and it could be damaged Follow the instalation instructions carefully or have the installation handied by an experien
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