Orion 220gx Installation Manual page 32

Power Connections for 4100gx
BATTERY CONNECTIONS. For most cars, the existing
battery and charging system will handle a single 4100gx
4-channel amplifier. If two or more amplifiers are to be
used (or if the headlights dim when the amplifier is cranked
up to full power), use two batteries connected in parallel as
shown in this diagram. (Refer to the discussion on page 27.)
The 4100gx is provided with four fuses. The fuse for each
power cable assembly is designed to prevent fire or damage
to your car should there be a ground short in the power
cable. The second fuses protect each pair of amplifiers. Do
NOT substitute fuses. Always replace fuses with the same
fast blow current rating as those supplied with your amp¬
lifier.
Always connect the power cable assemblies directly to the
positive terminal on the battery. Do not connect to the
fuse panel. If the batteries are not installed side-by-side as
shown here, install a heavy duty fuse in the hot lead be
tween the two batteries. Also, install a ground strap for the
second battery.
AUDIO GROUND. Connect the small
black wire to the deck floating ground
if the deck uses a floating ground. Refer
to the discussion on floating grounds on
page 28. \
FUSEHOLDER
FUSEHOLDER
POWER CABLE FOR
AMPLIFIERS 1 & 2
POWER CABLE FOR
AMPLIFIERS 3 & 4
GROUND STRAP. Install a ground strap
at least 1-inch wide from the battery neg¬
ative terminal to a metal member to ensure
adequate ground. If the batteries are installed
on opposite sides of the engine compartment
or in the rear of the car, install a separate
ground strap for the second battery.