Final System Checks, Troubleshooting - Clarion APA250 Owners & Installation Manual

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FINAL SYSTEM CHECKS
1. Start the engine and tum on the source unit. After a two-second delay, slowly
increase the volume control and listen to the audio. If you hear any noise, static, dis-
tortion or no sound at all, check the connections, and also refer to troubleshooting
section below. Depending on your system design, the levels may become quite loud
even at low volume control settings. Until you get an OaudiofeelOofthe system's
power, use care when adjusting controls.
2. Tum the balance controls to their extreme positions and listen to the results. Audio
output should match control settings (audio from the left speaker when balance is
left).
3. Increase the volume and verify that the amplifier reproduces audio (at full frequen-
cies) without distortion. If you hear distortion, check the connections and verify that
the gain control is set correctly. Another possibility is damaged speakers or under-
powered speakers. Once again refer to troubleshooting section for additional help.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
No Audio.
Solution
Low or
DO
remote turn-on voltage:
Check rem.ote connections
at
amplifier.
and
source
unit.
Blownamplifierfnse:
Replace with new fast-blow fuse (same rating).
POlVer wireS notconnected:
Check battery and ground wiring at amplifier; also check
battery cormections.
Speaker leads shorted:
Check speaker continuity to ground, it should not show a com-
monground.
Speakers··not. connected or are blown:
Check speaker connections at· amplifier, measure
coil. impedance.
Problem
Audio cycles on and off
Solution
Thermal protection circuits are shutting amplifier off:
Check location for adequate
ventilation; consult an authorized Clarion Audio Dealer.
Problem
Distorted audio.
Solution
Gain is
not set properly, or damaged speaker cones:·
Review Setting Gain; inspect
each speaker cone for signs of damage (i.e., frozen cone, burning smell, etc.)
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