Dual Mobile Power Amplifiers XPA2500 Installation & Owner's Manual

Dual Mobile Power Amplifiers XPA2500 Installation & Owner's Manual

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XPA2500
XPA4640
XPA SERIES
INSTALLATION/OWNER'S MANUAL
Mobile Power Amplifiers

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  • Page 1 XPA2500 XPA4640 XPA SERIES INSTALLATION/OWNER’S MANUAL Mobile Power Amplifiers...
  • Page 2 XPA SERIES INSTALLATION Preparation Please read entire manual before installation. Due to the technical nature of amplifiers, it is highly recommended that your DUAL amplifier is installed by a professional installer or an authorized dealer. Before You Start • Disconnect negative battery terminal. (consult a qualified technician for instructions) •...
  • Page 3: Connection Descriptions

    NOTE Be sure to follow specific instructions included with your amplifier installation kit (not included with this amplifier). The information below should be used a general  guideline only. Power Wire (+12V) • Disconnect negative battery terminal before proceeding. Consult a qualified technician for instructions if you are unsure. • Plan wire routing before cutting any wires to length. Begin by routing the power +12V wire from the battery to the amplifier location. Use a grommet when running wires through the firewall or metal openings.
  • Page 4: Power And Speaker Connections

    XPA SERIES INSTALLATION Power and Speaker Connections XPA2500 XPA4640 LED Indicator Bass Boost Crossover Mode Switch Crossover Frequency Input Level Control High Level Inputs Low Level Inputs Input Mode Switch...
  • Page 5 Speaker Connection(s) Ground Connection Remote Connection XPA SERIES INSTALLATION Audio Inputs and Controls +12VDC Battery Connection Fuse(s) XPA2500 XPA4640...
  • Page 6: Typical Wire Routing

    XPA SERIES INSTALLATION Typical Wire Routing Main Power Connections Connect +12V, GND and REM wires accordingly. A suitable fuse MUST be installed on the +12V lead within 18" of the battery for protection of the vehicle’s electrical system. Fuse Rating When replacing fuses, make sure new fuse is the correct type and amperage.
  • Page 7: Input Signal Connections

    Speaker Connections Connect speaker wires observing polarity. The minimum impedance load for the XPA2500 and XPA4640 is 2 ohms stereo and 4 ohms bridged. Use of loads lower than these is not recommended and may cause amplifier damage. The XPA2500 and XPA4640 can be wired for stereo, bridged or stereo/bridged simultaneous operation.
  • Page 8: Configuration/Setup

    XPA SERIES OPERATION Configuration/Setup Input level Control Input Mode Switch (XPA4640) Crossover  Mode (XPA2500 & XPA4640) Crossover Frequency Control Bass Boost LED Indicator The input level control (gain) is used to obtain the best possible match between the head unit audio output and the amplifier input. Begin by turning the input level control fully counterclockwise.
  • Page 9: Limited One-Year Warranty

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Dual Electronics Corp. warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase.
  • Page 10: Specifications

    XPA SERIES OPERATION Specifications  XPA2500 Power Output: Signal to noise ratio: Additional power output:     Dynamic power: Frequency response: Maximum input signal: Minimum input signal: Speaker output impedance: Bass boost: Crossover range: Power supply: Fuse: Amplifier dimensions:   Typical installation dimensions:  ...
  • Page 11 XPA SERIES OPERATION Notes...
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    4 ohms when bridged Check connections and reduce/adjust input level Check connections and increase/adjust input level Check (+) and (-) speaker connections (Observe correct polarity) Dual Electronics Corp. Toll Free: 1-866-382-5476 www.dualav.com ©2008 Dual Electronics Corp. NSA0608-V01 Action...

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