MB QUART Crunch PZ2-1530.1D Quick Start Installation Manual

Before you start
CAUTION
Many new and factory radios require a reset code when
disconnected from battery power. This is an anti-theft
feature. Before unplugging power, you must determine if
your radio/source unit requires a reset code. Check the
operation manual for your vehicle or contact the dealer.
Power / Ground
Model
cable size
External 60A
PZ2-1530.1D
External 80A
PZ2-2030.1D
It is critical to use the proper
External 125A
PZ2-3030.1D
power and ground cable. Select
External 150A
PZ2-4030.1D
the size listed here for your
External 40A
amplifier model. Always use high PZ2-1030.2D
External 50A
PZ2-1530.2D
quality copper cable.
External 100A
PZ2-2030.2D
External 40A
PZ2-1530.4D
Cable size recommendations for
External 60A
PZ2-2030.4D
multi amp systems are available
External 100A
on our website. PZ2-2030.5D
Installation
Disconnect
1
negative battery
terminal
Place terminal in a secure
position so that it won't
accidentally contact the
negative battery post
Run Cables
2
Properly route power,
speaker and RCA cables
through the vehicle.
Mount Amplifier
3
Choose a mounting location
that will provide adequate air
ventilation. Mount the amplifier to
a secure surface. Do not mount
the amplifier upside down.
Chassis Ground
4
The chassis ground connection
is critical to the performance
of the amplifier. Choose a
location that is close to the
amplifier. Completely scrape
away the paint and use a nut
and bolt if possible.
DO NOT USE AN EXISTING
FACTORY BOLT!
Fuse Size Cable Size
Power
5
Connections
Using spade terminals, connect the
4ga
+12V to the power cable from the
battery, the REM to the source unit
turn-on wire and the GND to the
chassis ground..
Signal Input
6
Low Level RCA
Connect the RCA cables to
the INPUT connectors. The
OUTPUT can be used to
provide input for a second
amplifier.
Level Control
7
Turn the LEVEL control completely
counter-clockwise to minimum.
Signal Input
8
High Level
The HI INPUT is for use with source
units that do not offer RCA outputs.
Use the supplied harness to connect
to the source unit's speaker output.
The information contained within this document is intended to offer some basic guidelines
for a few of the most common installations. More complex audio systems should be
installed by a competent professional. Additional installation information available at
Bare metal
LEVEL
6V 0.2V
- - +
+
CH1 CH2
HI-INPUT
www.maxxsonics.com
Speaker
9
Connections
Using spade terminals,connect
the speaker cables to the speaker
output connectors. Follow the
diagram below that best fits your
speaker configuration.
Stereo Bridged
BRIDGED
CH1 CH2
CH1
SPEAKER OUTPUT
SPEAKER
Monoblock Monoblock
single woofer
SPEAKER
SPEAKER OUTPUT
Positive Battery
10
Connection
Connect the power cable to the
positive battery terminal. The
power cable must be fused
within 18 inches of the battery
terminal.
Be prepared to disarm your vehicle's alarm and
to enter your radio / source unit code.
Re-connect
11
Negative Battery
Terminal
Re-connect the negative
battery terminal making sure it
is securely tightened.
BRIDGED
CH2
OUTPUT
multiple woofers
OUTPUT