DLS  CA12 How To Install And Operate

DLS CA12 How To Install And Operate

500 watts mono amplifier
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How to install and
operate the
DLS CA12
500 Watts
mono amplifier
Welcome!
This owners manual is written in easy english and
uses a lot of drawings to simply the installation and
use of the above amplifier.
Your DLS amplifier must be installed correctly in or-
der to work well. This manual will show you how to
install the amplifier like a pro. Please read the entire
manual before beginning the installation.
Install the amplifier yourself if you feel confident with
our instructions and if you have the proper tools.
However if you feel unsure, turn over the installation
job to someone better suited to it.
Warranty Service
This amplifier is covered by warranty, depending on
the conditions in the country where it is sold. If the
amplifier is returned for service, please include the
original dated receipt with the product.
Technical Assistance
For technical assistance ask the shop where the
product was sold or the distributor in your very coun-
try.
You can always phone the DLS Helpdesk in Sweden
+ 46 31 84 00 60 or send an e-mail to info@dls.se.
Information can also be found on our WEB-site
www.dls.se
DLS Svenska AB
P.O. Box 13029
S-40251 Göteborg, Sweden
Tel: +46 31 840060
Fax: +46 31 844021
E-mail: info@dls.se
www.dls.se
Contents
Specifications................................
Features...................................
Installation................................
Trouble-shooting........................
Routing Wires............................
Power and Outputs.....................
Inputs and controls.....................
Input level control..........................
Crossovers..................................
Phase control.............................
Speaker wiring..............................
Testing..........................................
Professional tips..........................

Specifications

DLS Performance
Number of channels
Power output:
R.M.S. output in 4 ohm (0,1% THD)
R.M.S. output in 2 ohm (0,4% THD)
R.M.S. output in 1 ohm (0,5% THD)
All above output power ratings at 13,8 Volt
Signal to noise ratio, A-weighted
Damping factor
Frequency response
Input impedance, low level
Input impedance, high level
Input sensitivity
RCA output
Phase control 0-180 degrees variable yes
Filter subsonic
Filter lowpass 12/24 dB slope
Power consumption, idle
Maximum current draw
Built-in fan cooling in bottom plate
Fuse
Dimensions (mm)
Dimensions (inch)
Weight
Approval of electromagnetic compatability according
to the EEC Directive 95/54/EC
E 13
Approval No: 022495
We follow a policy of continuous advancement in
development. For this reason all or part of specifications
& designs may be changed without prior notice.
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CA12
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1 x 220 W
1 x 400 W
1 x 500 W
>100 dB
>100
10 Hz - 35 kHz
10 kohm
100 ohm
0,25 - 5V
yes
15 - 150 Hz
50 - 500 Hz
0,8 A
80 A
yes
2 x 30A
67x295x250
2,63x11,6x9,84
3,8 kg (8,4 lb)

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    You can always phone the DLS Helpdesk in Sweden Weight 3,8 kg (8,4 lb) + 46 31 84 00 60 or send an e-mail to info@dls.se. Information can also be found on our WEB-site www.dls.se Approval of electromagnetic compatability according...
  • Page 2: Features

    In order to fasten the amplifier to the surface and connect speaker and power cables, the flanges on The DLS logo on top of the amplifier is attached the sides must be removed. This is done by with two hex. screws. The logo can be removed loosening the hex screws on top of the amplifier.
  • Page 3: Tools And Materials Needed

    CA12 Routing wires Tools and material needed Tools: Flat and Phillips screwdrivers Wire cutter Wire stripper Electric drill with drills Crimping tool Digital multimeter or test lamp Wire brush, scraper or a piece of an abrasive sheet to remove paint for a good ground connection Stereo Grease to protect the ground head unit...
  • Page 4: Wiring

    Use a fuse holder for AGU fuses power cables and speaker cables. +12V REM GND like the DLS FH1B. Fuse value You can either use a crimp fork terminal or insert 60 A if you use a AWG5 cable. the cable directly into the amplifier terminal. If there...
  • Page 5: Inputs And Controls

    CA12 Input and controls Input Level control Input Wiring Inputs may be low level from the RCA output of the The input level control, 5V – 0,25 car stereo or high level from the car stereo speaker V, matches the output of your ra- output.Low level = RCA is to prefer for the best sound dio to the input of the amplifier.
  • Page 6: Phase Control

    CA12 RCA Output Phase control Input Output The phase control can be set Use RCA Outputs to continuously from 0 - 180 degrees. This connect additional is very useful when you want to adjust Phase amplifiers. the bass sound for best front stage image. Start on 0 and turn the control slowly clockwise until you experience the bass sound coming from the front.
  • Page 7: Professional Tips

    1,5 Volt route original cable away from source of interference. If noise remains regardless of cable position, try to use so called Quasi-balanced signal cables. DLS PRO or ULTIMATE cables are quasibalanced. Professional Tip: Professional Tip: Installing in trunk Securing wires When installing the amplifier in the trunk, run the Use wire ties to bundle together when possible.
  • Page 8 DLS Svenska AB P.O. Box 13029 SE-40251 Göteborg, Sweden Tel: +46 31 840060 Fax: +46 31 844021 E-mail: info@dls.se www.dls.se...

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