Power Acoustik OVN1-4000D Car Amplifier User Manual
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1. Vehicle chassis ground connected to Radio s power antenna lead or a switchable 12V 1 Lowest Recommended Impedance is 2ohm Stereo 2 RCA Inputs are connected to both Left and Right channels 3 Gain controls to be set match input source 4 Line Output is configured summed bridged which is ideal for subwoofer applications PoweR ACoOuUSsSTIK 2 CHANNEL STEREO CONAGURATION _OVN2 600 800 1250 1800 2200 HEAD UNIT gt a O une ineur REAR PANEL 2 8 Ohms 2 8 Ohms 1 Lowes Recommended Impedance is 20hm Stereo 2 RCA Inputs are connected to both Left and Right channels 3 Gain controlsto be set match input source 4 Line Output configured for stereo operation 2 CHANNEL BRIDG ED CONHGURATION OVN2 600 800 1250 1800 2200 HEAD UNIT p ADDA FRONT PANEL REAR PANEL gt Sao a oo o Cc a amp Re ee O O YB 13 O 4 8 Ohms 1 Lowest recommended impedance is 4ohm bridged mono 2 RCA Inputs are connected to both Left amp Right channels 3 Line Output configured for stereo operation POWER ACOUSTIK 2 CHAN2. PoweR ACOUSTIK CONNECTING THE POWER Fig 1 CAUTION AS A PRECAUTION DISCONNECT THE POWER WIRE FROM THE BATTERY WHILE MAKING THE POWER AND GROUND CONNECTIONS TO THE AMPLIFIER 4 8 GAUGE Thicker if planning for additional Amplifiers wire is recommended for both the powerand ground wires 12 Gauge forthe remote tum on wire Both types are available at most Mobile Audio Dealers or Installation Shop 1 Ground To Vehicle Chassis To avoid unwanted ignition noise caused by ground loop it is essential that the Amplifierbe grounded to a clean bare metal surface of the vehicle s Chassis NOTE GROUND WIRE SHOULD NOT BE EXTENDED MORE THAN 3 FT 1 METER 2 12 Volt Fused Constant Power Battery Due to the power requirements of the Amplifier this connection should be made directly to the positive terminal of battery For safety measures install an in line Fuse Holder not included asclose to the battery postive terminal as possible with an ampere rating not to exceed total value of fusesin Amp 3 Remote Tum On Input To remote turn on output of Car Stereo This Amplifier istumed ON remotely when the vehicle s stereo is tumed ON NOTE IF YOUR RADIO DOES NOT HAVE A 12 VOLT OUTPUT LEAD WHEN THE RADIO IS TURNED ON THE REMOTE TERMINAL THE AMPLIFIER CAN BE CONNECTED VEHICLE S ACCESSORY CIRCUIT THAT IS LIVE WHEN THE KEY IS ON FIG 1 Remote Turn ON is connected to Radio s power antenna
3. Full pass x over switch When the switch isin the Full position full range signal is passed HPF X over switch When the switch isin the HPF position frequencies higher than the high pass frequency setting are passed LPF X over switch When the switch isin the LPF position frequencies lower than the low pass frequency setting are passed PoweR ACOUSTIK CONTROLS ee 40Hz 250Hz 50Hz 500Hz 9 40Hz 250Hz 30Hz SOOHz 40Hz 200Hz SUBSONIC SUBSONIC ee ee 30Hz 175Hz 20Hz 50Hz INPUT MODE FIG 2 OVN4 840 1200 1600 ole 2cH acn HEAD UNIT High pass x over frequency contol This control is used to select the desired high pass x over frequency OVN2 600 O VN4 840 0 VN4 1200 OVN4 1600 The frequency can be adjusted between 40Hz and 250 7 OVN2 800 O VN2 1250 O VN2 1800 O VN2 2200 The frequency can be adjusted between 50Hz and 500Hz Low pass x over frequency contol This control is used to select the desired low pass x over frequency OVN2 600 O VN4 840 0 VN4 1200 O VN4 1600 The frequency can be adjusted between 40Hz and 250 7 OVN2 800 O VN2 1250 O VN2 1800 OVN2 2200 The frequency can be adjusted between 30Hzand 500Hz OVN1 1800D 0VN1 3000D OVN1 4000D OVN1 5500D The frequency can be adjusted between 40Hz and 200Hz SUBSONIC OVN2 800 O VN2 1250 O VN2 1800 OVN2 2200 The frequency can be adjusted
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5. between 30Hzand 175Hz OVN1 1800D 0VN1 3000D O VN1 4000D OVN1 5500D The frequency can be adjusted between 20Hz and 50Hz INPUTMODE Selects 2 30 4 channel operation FIG 2 SH3 4 Zone CASE 1 2 CHANNEL re LINE INPUT IL 2CHANNEL INPUT lt gt ib FOR 4CHANNEL DRIVING 3 CHANNEL CASE 2 uneinput cD 3CHANNEL INPUT lt 1 TE gt FOR 4CHANNEL DRIVING 4 CHANNEL CIDE CASE 3 uneineut op 4CHANNEL INPUT lt b gt FOR 4CHANNEL DRIVING I POWER ACOUSTIK CONTROLS POWER GREEN PROTECT RED O REMOTE MASTER SLAVE LED Will illuminate GREEN to indicate the amplifier is on and operating nomally and will be illuminated RED if the amplifier shuts down due to short circuit DC offset or overheating detected by on board protection circuitry REMOTE Controls the subwoofer amplifier gain from a remote location for ease of adjustment during listening Waming Do not connect a level control knob from other manufacturers to the Remote Sub Level Control of any amplifier Even though the connectors fit properly the control knob and connector pin positions may be different and the amplifier will be damaged PHASE 0 orl80 selectable
6. for switching the phase of the output to the woofer MASITER SLAVE MODE OVN1 1800D 3000D 4000D 5500D Controls whether the amplifier is a slave or master when connected in combined amplifier configurations Refer to the Master Mode section of this guide All of the controls will be adjusted by the Master amplifier Slave mode To be switched Slave mode when linking one amplifier with another a mplifier Maser mode To be switched Master mode when only using this single amplifier POWER MASTER MODE CONFIGURATION OVN1 1800D OVN1 3000D OVN1 4000D OVN1 5500D MASTER MODE Eo 9 a 04 1208 3685 ON Gn ATT 41 2 3 4 D PHASE G 1g0 MASTER SLAVE Phase suasonic sass soost tpr ca Remote Turn ON is connected to Radio s power antenna lead or a switchable 12V SUB WOOFER 1 4 ohms Vehicle chassis ground 1 Lowes Recommended Impedance is lohm mono 2 RCA Inputs are connected to both Left and Right channels 3 Gain controls to be set match input source 4 Line Output configured for stereo operation POWER ACOUSTIK STRAPPED CONAGURATON OVN1 1800D 3000D OVN1 4000D OVN1 5500D STRAPPED ag e 65 GD 9 0012183885 DDD
7. 840 OVN4 1200 1600 OVN mM OVNI OVN1 5500D POWER ACoUSsSTIK INTRODUCTION Power Acoustik amplifiers provide high performance sound reinforcement for your mobile audio equipment Its versatility enables compatibility with optional Equalizers Frequency Dividing Crossover Networks and other audio processors in a customized system The Multi Mode bridging capabilities allow flexibility in hosting several different speaker configurations To achieve optimum performance it is highly recommended that you read this Owners Manual before beginning installation WARNING High powered audio systems in a vehicle are capable of generating Live Concert high levels of sound pressure Continued exposure to excessively high volume sound levels may cause hearing loss or damage Also operation of a motor vehicle while listening to audio equipment at high volume levels may impair your ability to hear external sounds such as horns warning signals or emergency vehicles thus contributing to a potential traffic hazard In the interest of safety Power Acoustik recommends listening at lower volume levels while driving POWER ACOUSTIK TABLE OF CONTENTS PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM 3 WIRING CONNECTION 4 CONTROL FUNCTIONS 5 6 7 SPEAKER CONNECTION MONO CHANNEL 8 9 2 CHANNEL 10 11 4
8. CHANNEL 12 13 14 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 15 SPECIFICATION 16 17 18 PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM Before beginning the installation consider the following 1 Do you plan to add additional mobile electronics equipment in the future If you plan to expand your system by adding other components sometime in the future ensure adequate space isleft and cooling requirements are met 2 Should you use high or low level inputs Your Amplifier hasbeen designed to accept Low Level Pre Amp outputs from your radio source signal If your radio source is equipped with Pre Amp outputs it is possible to utilize them to drive the Amplifier and the 2 front speakers Then use the built in power of your radio to drive the 2 rearspeakers 3 Are your components matched The RMS power rating of your speakers must be equal or greater than the RMS power rating of your amplifier Your speakers also must be 2 8 Ohms impedance for stable amplifier operation Impedance information is normally printed on the speaker basket or magnet 4 Where will the amplifier be installed Consider both the length of your leads and routing when determining the mounting location It is best to run power and RCA wiring on opposite sides of the vehicle to prevent induced noise Pre amp input jacks require a length of high quality shielded male to male RCA patch cord
9. GURATION OVN4 840 OVN4 1200 OVN4 1600 HEAD UNIT Tp Aq es OMCONeeses WOOFER 1 Lowest recommended impedance is 4ohm bridged mono 2 RCA Inputs are connected to both Left amp Right channels 3 Line Output configured forstereo operation POWER 4 CHANNEL TRI MODE CONHGURATION OVN4 840 OVN4 1200 OVN4 1600 HEAD UNIT So ee 1 Lowes Recommended Impedance is 4ohm Stereo 2 RCA Inputs are connected to both Left and Right channels 3 Output configured for stereo operation POWER ACOUSTIK TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE y Isthe power Check fuses in amplifier NO SOUND LED illuminated Be sure Tum on lead is connected No powerto power wire Repair power wire or connections ee No powerto remote Check connections to radio on wire with receiveron Check speaker leads Inspect forshort circuit oran open connection NO SOUND IN ONE Check audio input Reverse Left and Right CHANNEL leads RCA inputs to detemine if it is occuring before the amp Check Tuner Deck volume level Clean contacts on fuse holders Check speaker load Be sure properspeakersare used AMP impedance to ensure impedance recommendations are observed If you use an Ohmmeterto MEDIUM check speaker resistance
10. NEL TRI MODE CONHGURATION OVN2 600 OVN2 800 OVN2 1250 OVN2 1800 OVN2 2200 HEAD UNIT gt gt APeODOOOO EeE FRONT PANEL 5 a O une eur Len 5 2 5 5 pass ca HPF xover Oel S8 S 86 MIN MAX 30Hz175Hz OdB 2448 50Hz 500Hz Sori H Power neous O a Bea Sew Rem GND ELCH A Are POWER INPUT SPEAKER 4 8 Ohms 4 80hms 4 8 Ohms 1 Lowest Recommended Impedance is 4ohm Stereo 2 RCA Inputs are connected to both Left and Right channels 3 Output configured for stereo operation POWER 4 CHANNEL STEREO CONHGURATION OVN4 840 OVN4 1200 OVN4 1600 HEAD UNIT ao a LINE OUT O 3 3CH i POWER 1 CH o Ho aP ai SS cuss 5 5 o 55 55 a o dm 9 10 2 8 Ohms 4CH 2 8 Ohms 2CH 2 8 Ohms 3CH 2 8 Ohms 1 Lowes Recommended Impedance is 20hm Stereo 2 RCA Inputs are connected to both Left and Right channels 3 Gain controls to be set match input source 4 Line Output configured for stereo operation POWER ACOUSTIK 4 CHANNEL BRIDGED CONH
11. lead or a switchable 12V SPEAKER OUTPUT POWER ACOUSTIK CONTROLS LINE INPUT 9 LEVEL e MIN MAX RCA input jacks These RCA input jacks are for use with source units that have RCA orLine level outputs A source unit witha minimum level of 200mvV is required for proper operation The use of high quality twisted pair cablesis recommended to decrease the possibility of radiated noise entering the system Auxiliary outputs The Auxiliary outputs offer Power Acoustik amplifiers easy unlimited system expansion Route RCA s from the line out of the first amplifier to the line input of a second amplifier when using a single source output LEVEL Contol The level control will match the amplifiers sensitivity to the source units signal voltage OVN2 600 0 VN4 840 O VN4 1200 0 VN4 1600 OVN1 1800D OVN1 3000D OVN1 4000D OVN1 5500D The Operating range is 200mV minimum to 6V maximum OVN2 800 OVN2 1250 1800 2200 The Operating range is 200mV minimum to 3V maximum CAUTION Do not run the amplifier in high volume for long time otherwise the loudspeakers will be damaged Bass EQ BASS BOOST OVN2 600 O VN4 840 O VN4 1200 OVN4 1600 The boost can be selected OdB or 18d B OVN2 800 O VN2 1250 O VN2 1800 O VN2 2200 The boost can be adjusted between OdB to 24dB OVN1 1800D 0VN1 3000D OVN1 4000D OVN1 5500D The boost can be adjusted between 0dB to 18d B
12. r 1 000 INAO O08T INAO 009T NAO O SPECIHC ATIONS f 5 Y J D U C POWER ACoUSsSTIK WARNINGS Investigate the layout of your automobile throughly before drilling or cutting any holes Take care when to work near the gas tanks lines or hydraulic lines and electrical wiring Don t use power amplifier unmounted Attach this system securely to the automobile to prevent damage particularly in the event of an accident Don t mount this system so that the wire connections are unprotected or are subject to pinching or damage from nearby objects The 12V DC power wire must be fused at the battery positive terminal connection Before making or breaking power connections at this system power terminals disconnect the 12V wire at the battery end Confirm your radio cassette player and or other equip is turned off while connecting the input jacks and speaker terminals If you need to replace the power fuse replace it only with a fuse identical to that supplied with the system Using a fuse of different type or rating may result in damage to this system which isn t covered by the warranty
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