Oregon Scientific JM898WFA Marine Radio User Manual
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1. Step 2 Turn the signal source volume control all the way down Set any tone con trols to their flat or defeated positions This includes the loudness control Step 3 Turn the level controls of the amplifier to their minimum positions Step 4 Turn the source unit on Check to see if the power LED located on the con nection side of the amplifier is on If not please refer to the Power Connections and the Troubleshooting Tips sections of this manual for instruc tions If using an aftermarket source unit turn the level controls of the amplifier about one quarter of a turn Slowly increase the volume level of the source unit to so that you can hear the output of the system If no sound is heard or if the output is distorted turn the system off immediately Refer to the Power Connections and the Troubleshooting Tips sections of this manual to solve your installation problems Check to make sure the output for each channel is correct If the active crossovers are used check to make sure that each output is correct from the amplifier When using active crossovers on midrange and tweeters do not use crossover frequencies lower than recommended If the system is not con figured properly refer to the Internal Crossover Configuration section of this manual and take corrective action If the output is clear and undistorted continue to the Adjusting the Sound of the System section of this manual 2003 Directed Electronics Inc 15 Ad2. Trunk Compartment Mounting your amplifier in the trunk provides excellent performance as long as you do not restrict the airflow around the heatsink of the amplifier For optimal results mount the amplifier with as much clearance as possible This type of mounting will yield the best cool ing due to the convection effect of the amplifier chassis General Precautions and Installation Tips WARNING Be careful not to cut or drill into gas tanks fuel lines brake lines hydraulic lines vacuum lines or electrical wiring when working on your vehicle Disconnect the vehicle s ground wire at the battery before making or breaking connections to the audio system s power supply terminals Do not use this amplifier unmounted Failing to securely mount the amplifier can result in damage or injury particularly in the event of an accident An unmounted amplifier becomes a dangerous projectile in the event of a crash Never mount the amplifier where it might get wet Mount the amplifier so the wire connections will not be pulled Route the wires where they will not be scraped pinched or damaged in any fashion The 12V power supply wire must be fused as close as possible to the battery terminal ide ally within 18 Use the recommended fuse size or circuit breaker listed in the Power Connections section of this manual If you need to replace the fuse plugged into the side of the amplifier replace the fuse with the same size ATC MAXI type fuse t
3. 14 2003 Directed Electronics Inc amplifier is twisted or bent Turn the vehicle s key switch to the off position Disconnect the vehicle s battery ground terminal Connect power wires to the amplifier ground first then 12 V and REM Connect the RCA and speaker wires to the amplifier Check the quality of your speakers and signal connections This will determine the ultimate per formance of your Orion amplifier Refer to the Signal Input and Output Level Controls and Speaker Connections sections of this guide for correct wiring instructions Reconnect the ground terminal to the battery after power speaker and RCA connections are completed Set crossovers Refer to the Internal Crossover Configuration section of this manual for detailed instructions Once satisfied that all connections and settings are correct install the fuse located near the vehicle s battery and proceed to the Testing the System sec tion of this manual WARNING Never exceed the recommended fuse size of this amplifier Failure to do so will result in the voiding of your warranty and possible damage to the amplifier SET UP AND TROUBLESHOOTING Testing the System After you have completed the installation you need to test the system This will help ensure years of trouble free operation Please refer to the listed steps below when testing the sound of your Orion system Step 1 Check all the wiring connections to be sure they are correct and secure
4. box tuning frequency of 30 Hz With 10dB of boost the woofer has more output down to 22 Hz The excursion below the tuning frequency has been greatly reduced reinados 1 TT 10 02003 Directed Electronics Inc Remote Gain Operation The remote gain port provides easy remote access to the internal gain structure of the HCCA power amplifier The RGC 1 plugs into the amplifier via the 1 8 mini jack plug The RGC 1 can be installed in the front of the vehicle to control the amplifier gain level The RGC 1 can be used as a bass level control when used on an amplifier dedicated to subwoofers In addition one RGC 1 can be used on multiple sub amplifiers Plug the RGC 1 into the first amp that must have its RCA output selection switch in the MASTER position The RGC 1 information will now be sent to subsequent amps via the MASTER signal AMPLIFIER WIRING Power Connections for the 600D and 1200D Orion 600D Fuse Size 1 x 50 AMP MAXI Orion1200D Fuse Size 3 x 40 AMP ATC Power connections accept up to 4 AWG wire 4 AWG power and ground wire recommended for optimal performance Connect 12V to the battery through fuse holder This connection provides 12V main power to the amplifier Power wire must be fused no more than 18 from battery Ground amplifier to a good chassis ground as close as possible to the amplifier Connect REM terminal to remote turn on lead from source unit This connection provides 12V power to turn on th
5. Continuous 4 load 20Hz to 200Hz lt 0 05 THD with input voltage at 13 8VDC 2 Continuous 20 load 20Hz to 200Hz lt 0 1 THD with input voltage at 13 8VDC 4 02003 Directed Electronics Inc END PANEL LAYOUTS Power LED when lit indicates that the amplifier is on Gain Control continuously adjusts from 200mV to 5V for full power output Copy Gain Master Switch determines the configuration of the RCA outputs RCA Inputs accepts RCA input from a source unit preamplifier or equalizer RCA Outputs provides easy connection to additional amplifiers Low Pass Crossover Switch activates low pass crossover Low Pass Frequency Control adjusts the frequency of the low pass crossover High Pass Crossover Switch activates high pass crossover High Pass Frequency Control adjusts the frequency of the high pass crossover INTELLi Q Control continuously adjusts the Q boost of the high pass crossover from 0 to 10dB of boost 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Phase Control Switch Allows for adjustment of phase and makes bridging amplifiers possible 2003 Directed Electronics Inc 5 0000000 0000000 Speaker Connections accepts up to 12 gauge speaker wire Remote Gain Jack connects optional RGC 1 remote gain control 1 MAXI Fuse 600D protects the amplifier from over current situations 3 ATC Fuses 1200D protects the amplifier from over current situations Power Connections acc
6. 003 Directed Electronics Inc 11 Speaker Connections The Orion 600D 1200D and 2500D amplifiers offer two positive and two negative output terminals for ease of connecting the speakers to the amplifier Since these are mono ampli fiers the speaker connectors are paralleled internally Each amplifier is stable to 10 LEFT RIGHT Bridging For bridging into a single speaker load the Orion 600D and 1200D have the ability to be bridged with another amplifier of the same model To do this you must utilize the COPY GAIN MASTER switch settings For the MASTER amplifier set the switch setting to MASTER This will route the signal through RCA to the other slave amplifier Refer to Auxiliary Output Configuration section of this guide To set the PHASE switch on the slave amp move the phase switch from 0 to 180 exactly opposite of the master amp Refer to the Phase Switches section of this guide On the slave amplifier be sure to turn off all crossovers For the speaker connections con nect the positive speaker lead from the speaker to the positive speaker terminal of the master amplifier On the negative speaker connection take the negative speaker terminal of the master amplifier and connect it directly to the negative speaker terminal of the slave amplifier The remaining positive speaker terminal of the slave amplifier must be connected to the negative speaker lead from the speaker The impedance o
7. ASTER RCA output signal Internal Crossover Configurations The crossover section of the Orion 600D 1200D and 2500D amplifiers is continuously vari able and extremely flexible There are different crossover configurations possible allowing high pass low pass and band pass configurations The high pass crossover incorporates the INTELLi Q feature This circuit is designed to optimize the performance of Orion subwoofers in all types of enclosures 2003 Directed Electronics Inc 7 When using Orion loudspeakers minor deviations from the recommended frequency ranges can provide superior results depending on your speaker locations and your vehicle acoustics Setting crossover frequencies higher than recommended will not cause damage and may provide superior sonic results depending on your system s performance goals Refer to your loudspeaker owner s manual for assistance in choosing the proper crossover frequencies for your system WARNING DO NOT set crossover frequencies lower than the speakers recommended operating range This can cause driver failure that is not covered by the man ufacturer s warranty Low Pass Crossover When the switch is to the left OFF position the low pass crossover is bypassed When the switch is in the middle 12 position the low pass crossover is active with a 2nd order 12dB per octave slope When the switch is to the right 24 position the low pass crossover is active with a 4th order 24dB per oct
8. TY FOR ANY AND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING ITS AUTHORIZED DEALERS OR INSTALLERS Unit must be du returned to Directed postage pre paid with consumer s name telephone number and address authorized dealer s name and address and product description IN ORDER FOR THIS WARRANTY TO BE VALID YOUR UNIT MUST BE SHIPPED WITH PROOF OF INSTALLATION BY AN AUTHORIZED DIRECTED DEALER ALL UNITS RECEIVED BY DIRECTED FOR WARRANTY REPAIR WITHOUT PROOF OF DIRECTED DEALER INSTALLATION WILL BE COVERED BY THE LIMITED 1 YEAR PARTS AND LABOR WARRANTY Note This warranty does not cover labor costs for the removal and reinstallation of the unit BY PURCHASING THIS PRODUCT THE CONSUMER AGREES AND CONSENTS THAT ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN THE CONSUMER AND DIRECTED SHALL BE RESOLVED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA LAWS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY CALIFORNIA ATCA Wry Designed and Engineered in the USA by Dixected ELECTRONICS INC 2003 Directed Electronics Inc All rights reserved G47400 05 10 2 03
9. an undistorted output Depending on your system the midrange and tweeter output may be on the same output channels Fine tune the output level between midrange and tweeters Refer to the Internal Crossover Configuration section of this manual for detailed instruc tions Repeat Steps 5 7 for the rear speakers If you do not have rear speakers con tinue to Step 10 Set levels between the front and rear midrange and tweeters for optimum front rear balance Turn up the level control corresponding to the woofer output until you hear slight distortion and turn back the level control slightly for an undistorted output Fine tune the output level between satellite speakers and the woofers Refer to the Internal Crossover Configuration section of this manual for detailed instructions If using an RGC 1 adjust the level to the output of the woofer to match the sonic requirements of the system Enjoy your awesome Orion sound system 16 2003 Directed Electronics Inc Troubleshooting Tips Symptom No output Audio cycles on and off Distorted output 2003 Directed Electronics Inc Probable Cause Low or no remote turn on Fuse blown Power wires not connected Audio input not connected Speaker wires not connected Speakers are blown Thermal protection engages when amplifier heatsink temperature exceeds 90 C 190 F Loose or poor audio input Loose power connections Amplifier level sensitivity set
10. anty PSE LIMITED TWO YEAR CONSUMER WARRANTY date of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the product PRO the product was installed by an authorized Directed dealer During this two year period th ere be no charge for this replacement PROVIDED the unit is returned to Directed shippin pr If the unit is installed by anyone other than an authorized Directed dealer the warranty perio be 1 year from date of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of product During this 1 year period there will be no charge for this replacement PROVIDE unit is returned to Directed shipping pre paid This warranty is non transferable ang does ad apply to any unit that has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its intended puig and does not cover damage to the unit caused by installation or removal of the unit This war is void if the product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use neglect i improper or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or construction ALL WARRA INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY IMPLIED WARRANTY WARR TY OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTY OF NON INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW AND DIRECTED NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT DIRECTED HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILI
11. ave slope The low pass crossover is continuously vari able from 30Hz to 250Hz High Pass Crossover When the switch is to the left OFF position the high pass crossover is bypassed When the switch is to the right ON position the high pass crossover is active with a 2nd order 12dB per octave slope The high pass crossover is continuously variable from 10Hz to 150Hz and is optimized for use as a subsonic filter Additionally boost can be added at the high pass crossover frequency for improved bass output while still protecting the woofer from exces sive excursion The INTELLi Q adjustment allows up to 10 dB of boost at the selected crossover frequency WARNING Exercise caution when setting INTELLi Q Maximum boost can potentially cause woofer damage due to overexcursion Fine Tuning the Crossovers The low pass and high pass crossover sections are each marked at four frequency points for ease of system adjustment The low pass crossover section is marked at 30Hz 50Hz 150Hz and 250Hz The high pass crossover section is marked at 20Hz 33Hz 90Hz and 150Hz Specific crossover points can be chosen based on the recommended operational bandwidth of your speakers Adjusting INTELLi Q Incorporated in the high pass crossover INTELLi Q maximizes the performance of a sub woofer The high pass subsonic filter removes unwanted bass output from the woofer increasing the output of a subwoofer by as much as 3 dB due to the increased mechani
12. b ME On bie ANIC NT AS UI IE sa CONTENTS Introduction What s in the Box Practice Safe Sound Limited Two Year Consumer Warranty Record Your Serial Number and Date Specifications End Panel Layouts Amplifier Settings Signal Input and Output Configurations Input Gain Phase Switches Auxiliary Output Configurations Internal Crossover Configurations Low Pass Crossover High Pass Crossover Fine Tuning the Crossovers Adjusting INTELLi Q Infinite Baffle Example High Pass Set at 30Hz Sealed Example High Pass Set at 20Hz Sealed Example High Pass Set at 30Hz Vented Example High Pass Set at 30Hz Remote Gain Operation Amplifier Wiring Power Connections for the 600D and 1200D Power Connections for the 2500D Speaker Connections Bridging Amplifier Installation Choosing Mounting Locations Passenger Compartment Trunk Compartment General Precautions and Installation Tips Tools of the Trade Step By Step Installation Set Up and Troubleshooting Testing the System Adjusting the Sound of the System Troubleshooting Tips 2003 Directed Electronics Inc 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of Orion s 600D 1200D or 2500D power amplifier Each Orion amplifier is designed to be the leader in its class offering the most power advanced fea tures and extreme ease of use In high end sound systems or high SPL systems Orion ampli fiers will give you years of trouble free performance 600D 600 Watt single channel Clas
13. cal power handling Depending on the enclosure using INTELLi Q can increase the low fre quency response by an additional 10dB The type of enclosure used and the woofer s excur sion capability determine acceptable boost levels Listed below are recommended boost lev els for different enclosure designs 8 2003 Directed Electronics Inc Enclosure Type Infinite Baffle Sealed Sealed Band pass Vented Band pass Aperiodic Tune above Fs of woofer Tune above Fs of woofer Tune to port frequency Tune above Fs of woofer Tune to port frequency Set crossover to Fs of woofer Boost Levels 3dB High X Max Drivers Tune above Fs of woofer Tune above Fs of woofer Tune to port frequency Tune above Fs of woofer Tune to port frequency Set crossover to Fs of woofer 6dB Not Recommended High X Max Drivers Tune above Fs of woofer Tune to port frequency High X Max Drivers Tune above Fs of woofer Tune to port frequency Set crossover to Fs of woofer Infinite Baffle Example High Pass Set at 30Hz Not Recommended Not Recommended High X Max Drivers Tune to port frequency Not Recommended High X Max Drivers Tune to port frequency Not Recommended By removing low frequency signal that the woofer cannot produce the woofer can play its capable range louder The first example is an infinite baffle situation The left graph displays the frequency resp
14. del Serial Number Date of Purchase Purchased from 2003 Directed Electronics Inc 3 SPECIFICATIONS Amplifier Section Orion 600D Orion 1200D Orion 2500D Power Output 40 Watts 1 250 x 1 425 x 1 1200 x 1 Power Output 20 Watts 2 400 x 1 725 x1 1700 x 1 Power Output 10 Watts 600 x 1 1200 x 1 2500 x 1 Externally Bridgeable Remote Gain Function Distortion at Rated Power lt 0 9 THD N lt 0 9 THD N lt 0 9 THD N Frequency Response 20Hz to 200Hz 20Hz to 200Hz 20Hz to 200Hz 0 1dB 0 1dB 0 1dB Linear Bandwidth 10Hz to 500Hz 10Hz to 500Hz 10Hz to 500Hz 3dB 3dB 3dB Signal to Noise Ratio at gt 80dB gt 80dB gt 80dB Rated Power gt 50 gt 50 gt 50 Damping factor Input Sensitivity 200mV to 5V 200mV to 5V 200mV to 5V Fuse Type 1 50 Amp MAXI 3 40 Amp ATC None Dimensions 16 4 x10 5 x2 3 18 7 x10 5 x2 3 27 2 x10 5 x2 3 Weight 13 lbs 16 lbs 24 Ibs Crossover Section Low Pass Crossover Continuously Continuously Continuously Variable Variable Variable 2nd Order 2nd Order 2nd Order 4th Order 4th Order 4th Order Low Pass Frequency Range 30Hz to 250Hz 30Hz to 250Hz 30Hz to 250Hz High Pass Filter Continuously Continuously Continuously Variable Variable Variable 2nd Order 2nd Order 2nd Order 4th Order 4th Order 4th Order High Pass Frequency 10Hz to 150Hz 10Hz to 150Hz 10Hz to 150Hz INTELLi Q 0 10dB boost 0 10dB boost 0 10dB boost 1
15. e amplifier Add extra ground wire between the negative terminal of the battery and the chassis Connections for the 2500D Power connections accept up to 4 AWG wire Dual 4 AWG power and ground wire required for proper performance Connect 12V to the battery through power distribution and fuse holder This connection provides 12V main power to the amplifier Power wires must be fused no more than 18 from battery Terminate both grounds of the amplifier to a good chassis ground as close as pos sible to the amplifier Connect REM terminal to remote turn on lead from source unit This connection provides 12V power to turn on the amplifier Add an extra ground wire between the negative terminal of the battery and the chassis Either dual 4 AWG or single 1 0 AWG is recommended The addition of a ground wire from the battery to the chassis of the vehicle improves the ability of the battery to supply power to the amplifier This is recom mended because the current delivery of the factory electrical system was designed only to accommodate electronics supplied by the auto manufacturer WARNING The Orion 2500D has two separate four gauge power and ground inputs Both pairs of connections must use 4 AWG power wire for proper operation Failure to do this may damage the amplifier and is not covered under war ranty The 2500D cannot be operated in a bridge or strapped configuration attempting to do so will damage the amplifier 2
16. epts up to 4 AWG power and ground cables Additional Power Connectors 2500D accepts secondary power and ground cables REM Remote Turn on Input turns on the amplifier when fed 12 V 6 2003 Directed Electronics Inc AMPLIFIER SETTINGS Signal Input and Output Configurations The input section of the amplifier consists of a phase switch that sets the output configura tion gain controls and RCA inputs The input section makes it easy to adapt this amplifier to most system configurations Input Gain The Orion 600D 1200D and 2500D amplifiers have level adjustments to allow for easy inte gration with any source unit The input sensitivity can be adjusted from 200mV to 5V Refer to Testing the System and Adjusting the Sound of the System sections of this guide for detailed instructions on setting the gain Phase Switches e 0 leaves output unaffected The output signal is in phase with the input signal e 180 inverts the output The channel is 180 output of phase This configuration is useful for inverting the phase of subwoofers to improve staging in a vehicle This is also used when bridging two amplifiers into one speaker 600D and 1200D only Auxiliary Output Configurations The auxiliary outputs on Orion amplifiers offer easy unlimited system expansion Routing signal from a source unit pre amplifier or equalizer is a matter of connecting RCA s to the RCA Inputs and the RCA outputs to the next Orion amp
17. f the speaker must not exceed 20 NOTE For best results connect both negative speaker terminals on the master amp to both negative terminals on the slave amp using at least 12 AWG cable WARNING The Orion 2500D is not designed to work in a bridged or strapped configu ration Attempting to apply these configurations will damage the amplifier and will not be covered under warranty MASTER 12 2003 Directed Electronics Inc AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION Choosing Mounting Locations The location of your amplifier will depend on several important issues Due to the low pro file size of the Orion amplifiers there are many possible installation locations that will yield satisfactory amplifier performance Always mount the amplifier in a place that protects the amplifier from the elements In addition mount the amplifier on a stable flat surface NOTE Mounting amplifiers upside down is not recommended and may cause premature thermal shutdown WARNING Do not mount any amplifier in the engine compartment Amplifiers are not designed to endure the harsh environment of the exterior elements Passenger Compartment If you are going to mount the amplifier in the passenger compartment make sure you have adequate room for ventilation The amplifiers have been designed to make under seat mounting possible When mounting your amplifier under a seat or similar area keep a min imum of 1 of clearance around the amplifier for adequate cooling
18. hat came with the amplifier If you are not sure as to the correct value refer to the Power Connections section of this manual for details Using a high er current fuse may result in damage to the amplifier that is not covered under warranty NOTE Make sure all the equipment in the system is turned off when making or break ing connections to the input RCA s or speaker terminals Turn on the system and slowly turn up the volume control only after double checking all wire connections 2003 Directed Electronics Inc 13 Power for systems with a single amplifier can be supplied by most automotive electrical sys tems Systems with multiple amplifiers may require a higher capacity battery alternator or the use of a storage capacitor We strongly recommend the use of a Directed Audio Essentials power capacitor with an extra battery in larger stereo systems Orion amplifiers generate a certain amount of heat as part of normal operation Be sure the area around the amplifier is unobstructed to allow adequate air circulation Remember beach blankets last week s laundry school books and homework papers located on top of the amplifier do not improve air flow and may become damaged Tools of the Trade Listed below are the majority of the tools required to perform an installation Having the proper tools will make the installation that much easier Some of these tools are necessities some will just make the job easier Allen Wrenches 2 5mm a
19. id if the product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use neglect improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or construction ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY IMPLIED WARRANTY WAR RANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTY OF NON INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW AND DIRECTED NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT DIRECTED HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING ITS AUTHORIZED DEALERS OR INSTALLERS Unit must be returned to Directed postage pre paid with consumer s name telephone number and address authorized dealer s name and address and product description IN ORDER FOR THIS WARRANTY TO BE VALID YOUR UNIT MUST BE SHIPPED WITH PROOF OF INSTALLATION BY AN AUTHORIZED DIRECTED DEALER ALL UNITS RECEIVED BY DIRECTED FOR WARRANTY REPAIR WITHOUT PROOF OF DIRECTED DEALER INSTALLATION WILL BE COVERED BY THE LIMITED 1 YEAR PARTS AND LABOR WARRANTY BY PURCHASING THIS PRODUCT THE CONSUMER AGREES AND CONSENTS THAT ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN THE CONSUMER AND DIRECTED SHALL BE RESOLVED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA LAWS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY CALI FORNIA NOTE This warranty does not cover labor costs for the removal and reinstallation of the unit Record Your Serial Number and Date Mo
20. ide for detailed instructions Speakers are blown Check system with known work ing speakers and fix or replace as needed Poor bass response Speakers wired with wrong Check speaker polarity and fix polarity causing cancellation as needed at low frequencies Crossover set incorrectly Reset crossovers Refer to the Internal Crossover Configuration section of this guide for detailed instructions Impedance load at amplifier Check speaker impedance load is too low if below 10 rewire speakers to achieve higher impedance Battery fuse blowing Short in power wire or Check power and ground con incorrect wiring nections and replace or repair as needed Fuse used is smaller than Replace with proper fuse size recommended Actual current exceeds fuse Check speaker impedance load rating If below 10 rewire speakers to achieve higher impedance Amplifier fuse blowing Fuse used is smaller than Replace with proper fuse size recommended Impedance load at Check speaker impedance load amplifier too low If below 10 rewire speakers to achieve higher impedance Speaker is blown with Check system with known work shorted outputs ing speakers and fix or replace as needed Actual current exceeds Check speaker impedance load fuse rating If below 10 rewire speakers to achieve higher impedance 18 2003 Directed Electronics Inc 2003 Directed Electronics Inc 19 20 2003 Directed Electronics Inc Warr
21. justing the Sound of the System Once you have checked the system s operation adjust the sound of the system Adjusting the sound of the system is accomplished by setting the level controls and adjusting the internal crossovers Step 1 Turn the signal source volume control all the way down Set any tone con trols to their flat or defeated positions This includes the loudness control Step 2 Turn the level controls of the amplifier to their minimum positions Step 3 Choose music with high dynamic content that you like with which you are familiar and will be used most often in the system Step 4 Turn the source unit s volume control up to its highest undistorted output level If you lack test equipment this point occurs between 3 4 to full volume depending on the quality of your source unit Listen for any audible distor tion If any distortion is audible reduce the volume of the source unit until you have an undistorted output Leave the volume control at this position during your system tuning While listening to your chosen dynamic music turn up the level control cor responding to the midrange output until you hear slight distortion and turn the level control back slightly for an undistorted output Depending on your system the midrange and tweeter output may be on the same output chan nels Turn up the level control corresponding to the tweeter output until you hear slight distortion and turn back the level control slightly for
22. lifier in the signal chain When the switch is in the COPY position the RCA output is an identical copy of the input signal The signal passes through a buffer stage so that several amplifiers can be daisy chained without signal loss or overloading of the source unit This maximizes the signal output and mini mizes the potential for system noise When the switch is in the GAIN position the RCA outputs are buffered through the gain stage of the amplifier When the first amplifier in the signal chain is set this way a remote gain controller RGC 1 can be connected to the amplifier and act as a PRE AMP controlling the overall level of the system Following amplifiers are configured in the COPY mode with their gains set to zero as the GAIN amp is now controlling the gain level for all subsequent amps This eliminates the need to gain match multiple amplifiers When the switch is in the MASTER position the RCA outputs are buffered through the gain stage of the amplifier and filtered through the crossover sections of the amplifier When set this way the amplifier s gain and crossover settings are sent to other amplifiers down the sig nal chain This can be useful for configuring multiple subwoofer amplifiers easily in a large SPL system All subsequent amplifiers after the master amp will be in the COPY position and have their gains set to zero and all crossovers turned off The master amplifier will control all the functions of the slave amps via the M
23. n and operation manual PRACTICE SAFE SOUND Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB may cause permanent hearing loss High power automotive sound systems can generate sound pressure levels in excess of 130dB When playing your system at high levels please use hearing protection and avoid long term exposure 2003 Directed Electronics Inc LIMITED TWO YEAR CONSUMER WARRANTY Directed Electronics Inc promises to the original purchaser to replace this product should it prove to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use for a period of two years from the date of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the product PROVIDED the product was installed by an authorized Directed dealer During this two year period there will be no charge for this replacement PROVIDED the unit is returned to Directed shipping pre paid If the unit was installed by anyone other than an authorized Directed dealer the warranty period will be 1 year from date of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the product During this 1 year period there will be no charge for this replacement PROVIDED the unit is returned to Directed shipping pre paid This warranty is non transferable and does not apply to any unit that has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose and does not cover damage to the unit caused by installation or removal of the unit This warranty is vo
24. nd 3mm DMM or VOM Electric drill with assorted drill bits Grommets Heat shrink tubing Marking pen Nylon tie straps Phillips and flat blade screw drivers Pliers standard and needle nose Reference CD with 1 kHz Sine Wave at OdB level all bits high RTA real time analyzer Soldering iron and solder Utility knife Wire brush or sandpaper for chassis grounding Wire crimper Wire cutters Wire strippers Step By Step Installation Step 1 Determine the location for the amplifier Refer to the Choosing Mounting Locations section of this guide for detailed information Step 2 Decide on the system configuration for your amplifier For system sugges tions refer to the Speaker Connections section of this guide Step 3 Run all the wires from the amplifier location to the speakers source unit and battery Do not connect the battery at this time Be sure to run RCAs and power and speaker wires away from factory electrical wires and system as they pose a great potential for induced system noise Pre drill amplifier mounting holes Be sure to think before you drill Gas tanks fuel lines and other obstructions have a nasty way of hiding them selves For best results use a marking pen to mark the mounting holes and pre drill these holes with a standard 1 8 drill bit Mount the amplifier Make sure the amplifier is mounted on a flat surface If this is not possible do not over tighten the screws so that the chassis of the
25. onse of a 12 inch woofer in an infinite baffle application without the high pass filter with the filter and with the filter and the INTELLi Q set to 3dB As you can see with 3dB of boost and the high pass filter set to 30Hz the woofer has more output down to 25Hz and less overall excursion when compared to the non high pass response Maximum physical excursion capability of the woofer is 15mm Axia Response 65 Watts Power Input 4 HEHEHE ZF VA NOTE Tog The left graph is the response the right graph is the driver excursion These des ignations apply to the following graphs as well 2003 Directed Electronics Inc 9 Sealed Example High Pass Set at 20Hz This sealed example is the same 12 inch woofer in the recommended sealed enclosure Up to 6 dB of boost is capable if 20 Hz was used With 6dB of boost the woofer has more out put down to 15 Hz NEC TEE 171 LE E EE i CEEE R pag H HAHA tH FAT P A Sealed Example High Pass Set at 30Hz In this example the frequency has been increased to 30 Hz Up to 6 dB of boost is capable at this frequency With 6dB of boost the woofer has more output down to 23 Hz The overall usable output is increased NET va ARI Es a AY ttt At AL O it Vented Example High Pass Set at 30Hz Vented enclosures benefit most from the INTELLi Q Up to 10 dB of boost is capable at the
26. s D amplifier with built in fully variable high pass low pass or band pass crossover with INTELLi Q Equipped with optional remote gain the 600D is capable of one channel operation with a maximum power of 600 Watts into 10 1200D 1200 Watt single channel Class D amplifier with built in fully variable high pass low pass or band pass crossover with INTELLi Q Equipped with option al remote gain the 1200D is capable of one channel operation with a maximum power of 1200 Watts into 10 2500D 2500 Watt single channel Class D amplifier with built in fully variable high pass low pass or band pass crossover with INTELLi Q Equipped with option al remote gain the 2500D is capable of one channel operation with a maximum power of 2500 Watts into 10 The installation of all Orion components will determine the overall performance result Improper installation will not only limit the performance of your Orion system but also potentially compromise the reliability of this amplifier To ensure proper sonic results and component reliability please refer to your authorized Orion dealer for installation assis tance or advice If you decide to perform the installation yourself be sure to read the entire manual before beginning the installation What s in the Box 1 Amplifier 1 Spare fuse s 600D and 1200D only 1 Allen wrench 2 5mm 1 Allen wrench 3mm 4 8 self tapping black Phillips head pan head screws 1 Amplifier installatio
27. too high exceeding maximum capability of amplifier Impedance load to amplifier too low Shorted speaker wires Speaker not connected to amplifier properly Action To Take Check remote turn on voltage at voltage amplifier and repair as needed Check power wire s integrity and check for speaker shorts Fix as needed and replace fuse Check power wire and ground connections and repair or replace as needed Check RCA connections and repair or replace as needed Check speaker wires and repair or replace as needed Check system with known work ing speaker and repair or replace speakers as needed Make sure there is proper venti lation for amplifier and improve ventilation as needed Check RCA connections and repair or replace as needed Check power wire and ground connections and repair or replace as needed Readjust gain Refer to the Adjusting the Sound of the System section of this manual for detailed instructions Check speaker impedance load if below 10 rewire the speakers to achieve higher impedance Check speaker wire connections and fix or replace as needed Check speaker wiring and repair or replace as needed Refer to the Speaker Connections section of this guide for detailed instructions 17 Symptom Probable Cause Action To Take Distorted output Internal crossover not set Readjust crossovers Refer to the properly for speakers Internal Crossover Configuration section of this gu
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