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 Power/Protect LED setup. 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.
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Design Features Crossover Switch Selectable switch for High-Pass (HP) or Punch EQ All Pass (AP) or Low-Pass (LP) 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.
Installation Contents 6. Think before you drill! Be careful not to cut or drill into gas tanks, fuel lines, brake or hydraulic lines, vacuum lines or electrical wiring when • Punch Amplifier • Test tones available working on any vehicle. download https://rftech.
Authorized NOTE: When utilizing high-level for input signal the auto turn-on feature Rockford Fosgate Dealer for installation. is active. With the auto turn-on active, the REM becomes an output to turn Before installation, disconnect the battery on/off up to two additional amplifiers or other accessories.
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Installation 2-Channel (Stereo) PM300X2, PM400X2, PM500X2 PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install LEFT REMOTE INPUT PASS-THRU RIGHT PUNCH LEVEL LEFT RIGHT BRIDGED SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP INPUT Optional Input Accessory Left Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.1...
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Installation 2-Channel (Mono) PM300X2, PM400X2, PM500X2 PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install LEFT REMOTE INPUT PASS-THRU RIGHT PUNCH LEVEL LEFT RIGHT BRIDGED SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP INPUT Optional Input Accessory Left Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.2...
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Installation 4-Channel (Stereo) PM400X4, PM600X4 PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install FRONT REAR REMOTE LEFT LEFT PUNCH LEVEL RIGHT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT BRIDGED BRIDGED SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP FRONT PASS-THRU REAR Optional Input Accessory Left Left (–)
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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 LEFT REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL RIGHT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT BRIDGED BRIDGED SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP FRONT PASS-THRU REAR Optional Input Accessory...
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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 LEFT REMOTE PUNCH LEVEL RIGHT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT BRIDGED BRIDGED SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP FRONT PASS-THRU REAR Optional Input Accessory Left Left (–)
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Installation 3-Channel (2ch bridged & 1ch Mono) PM1000X5 FRONT REAR LEFT LEFT REMOTE RIGHT RIGHT PUNCH LEVEL INPUT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT BRIDGED BRIDGED SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP FRONT REAR 2CH. - 4CH. Optional Input Accessory Left Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.6...
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Installation 5-Channel (4ch Stereo & 1ch Mono) PM1000X5 FRONT REAR LEFT LEFT REMOTE RIGHT RIGHT PUNCH LEVEL INPUT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT BRIDGED BRIDGED SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP FRONT REAR 2CH. - 4CH. *Positive(+) and Negative(–) outputs are wired in parallel internally. Optional Input Accessory Left Left...
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Installation Parallel Wiring (Full Range Capable) PM300X1 PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install LEFT REMOTE INPUT PASS-THRU RIGHT PUNCH LEVEL SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP INPUT Optional Input Accessory Left Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.8...
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Installation Mono Wiring PM300X1, PM500X1bd, PM1000X1bd PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install LEFT REMOTE INPUT PASS-THRU RIGHT PUNCH LEVEL SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP INPUT *Positive(+) and Negative(–) outputs are wired in parallel internally. - P500X1BD, P1000X1BD - P300X1, P400X1 Optional Input Accessory Left...
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Installation Parallel Wiring PM500X1bd, PM1000X1bd PASS-THRU Connect to inputs of 2nd amplifier *Installation option for multi-amp install LEFT REMOTE INPUT PASS-THRU RIGHT PUNCH LEVEL SPEAKERS INPUT CLIP INPUT Optional Input Accessory Left Left (–) Right (+) Right (–) illus.-2.10...
Operation Input Clip Indicator Setup Step 6. Decrease the source unit volume slightly until the light turns illus.-3.1 completely off. This establishes your maximum source unit volume for adjusting the Output Clip Indicator. Step 1. Be sure to disconnect all speakers from the amplifier.
Operation Adjusting Crossover Frequency signal the auto turn-on feature is active. With the auto turn-on active, illus.-4.2 illus.-4.1 REM becomes an output to turn on/off up to two additional amplifiers or Do the following individually for each other accessories. channel. Pass Thru The pass-thru RCA’s are passive, including full input signal range and auto Placing the crossover switch in the HP position sets the amplifier to the...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Check Amplifier if you experience excess Engine Noise. NOTE: If you are having problems after installation follow the Troubleshooting procedures below. 1. Route all signal carrying wires (RCA, Speaker cables) away from power and ground wires. Check Amplifier for proper connections. Verify that POWER light is on.
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Who is Covered This warranty covers only the original purchaser of Rockford product purchased from an authorized Rockford Fosgate dealer in the United States. In order to receive service, the purchaser must provide Rockford with a copy of the receipt stating the customer name, dealer name, product purchased and date of purchase.
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