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XL-2205M
XL-4165M
XL POWERSPORT FULL RANGE AMPLIFIER
Owners Manual
version C
Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new amplifi er. Should your PowerBass
Xtreme mobile amplifi er ever require service, you will need to have the original dated receipt.

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  • Page 1 XL POWERSPORT FULL RANGE AMPLIFIER Owners Manual version C Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new amplifi er. Should your PowerBass Xtreme mobile amplifi er ever require service, you will need to have the original dated receipt.
  • Page 3 In the interest of safety, PowerBass USA highly recommends listening at lower volume levels when driving.

  • Page 4: Technical Features

    This amplifier represents the very latest in Class D technology. The XL Series uses the new IR® (International Rectifier) platform which has been under development for the past several years. IR®, a leader in PWM circuit design, has worked in conjunction with PowerBass engineers to produce more stable power output, minimal RF interference and improved sound quality.

  • Page 5: Preparing For Installation

    Soldering iron • Electronic (Rosen not Acid Core) Solder INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS NOTE: Proceed only if you are a qualified installer, otherwise; see your Authorized PowerBass Dealer to professionally install this amplifier. Always wear protective eyewear when using tools. • Turn off all stereo and other electrical devices before you begin.

  • Page 6: Mounting The Amplifier

    MOUNTING THE AMPLIFIER Fig.1 Mounting Amplifier To keep your PowerBass Xtreme amplifier running at top performance, choosing the proper location is of utmost importance. Both Thermal and Overload protection are built in. In the event of overheating, the amplifier will turn off and only restart when cooled. For this reason the amplifier should be mounted in a location which will allow air to circulate freely.

  • Page 7: Mounting Location

    The best places to mount your amplifier are: The floor of the trunk, under a seat, on the back of the rear seat or a storage compartment will air can circulate. For alternate installation locations, please consult your authorized PowerBass Dealer. NOTE: Do not use a drill with driver bit to mount the amplifier. Excessive force could cause the plastic mounting feet to crack.
  • Page 8 XL-2205M CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT Fig.2 2-Channel Panel Layout NOTE: Panel Layout and Controls may differ by model. 1. POWER/STATUS Indicator This clear LED lights Blue when the power is on—or turns Red constantly when the built-in protection circuitry is activated. Red indicates a problem with the system in relation to the amplifier (See Troubleshooting Tips).

  • Page 9: Gain Control

    8. GND (Ground Input Connection) A good quality ground is required for your PowerBass Xtreme amplifier to operate at peak performance. A short length of cable the same gauge as your power cable should be used to attach the ground terminal directly to the chassis of the vehicle.
  • Page 10 XL-4165M CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT Fig.3 4-Channel Panel Layout NOTE: Panel Layout and Controls may differ by model. 1. POWER/STATUS Indicator This clear LED lights Blue when the power is on—or turns Red constantly when the built-in protection circuitry is activated. Red indicates a problem with the system in relation to the amplifier (See Troubleshooting Tips).
  • Page 11 12. GND (Ground Input Connection) A good quality ground is required for your PowerBass Xtreme amplifier to operate at peak performance. A short length of cable the same gauge as your power cable should be used to attach the ground terminal directly to the chassis of the vehicle. Make sure that all of the paint is sanded or scraped away to ensure a quality ground connection.
  • Page 12 Remember, bigger wire is better! For best results we recommend a PowerBass ampli- fier install kit, available at your local PowerBass dealer.

  • Page 13: Power Wiring

    POWER WIRING BATT+ (Power) This amplifier should be wired directly to the vehicle battery using the appropriate size cable. Start at the vehicle battery and run the power cable through to the amplifier. Avoid running the power cable over engine components and near heater cores.
  • Page 14 REM (Remote Trigger) This terminal must be connected to a switched +12V source. Typically, remote turn-on leads are provided at the source unit that will turn on and off the amplifier in correspondence with the source. If the source unit does not have a remote turn-on lead, then a switched +12V supply must be used, like the ACC, +12V.

  • Page 15: Fuse Requirements

    FUSE REQUIREMENTS Due to the small size of the PowerBass XL series amplifiers, no fuses are incorporated into the panels that normally protect the unit from excessive current. Instead we have included a wired loop in-line fuse holder and fuse for this purpose.
  • Page 16 SOURCE INTERCONNECT Fig.8 Input using RCA or 1/8" Shielded Cable Choose the correct length and style of RCA interconnects for your needs. Always use high quality RCA audio cables (not supplied) for signal connections—those with multiple layers of shielding or a twisted pair variety for better noise rejection.
  • Page 17 White (Solid) = Left + White / Black (Striped) = Left - Grey (Solid) = Right + Grey / Black (Striped) = Right - Fig.9 High Level / Speaker Level Input 1) Cut RCA Plugs off at the black heatshrink in the middle of the pigtail wires. 2) Connect the wires from the speaker output of the radio to the white and grey wires of the amplifier input wires using the color codes in above drawing.
  • Page 18 Smartphone, MP3 Player, etc instead of a traditional radio as your music source. Above is a typical two amplifier system—a multi-channel amplifier (our 2-channel XL-2205M or our 4-channel XL-4165M) to power the full range speakers and a mono bass amplifier (our mono XL-355DM or XL-605DM) to power the subwoofer(s).

  • Page 19: Input Gain Adjustment

    SET UP ADJUSTMENTS INPUT Gain Adjustment GAIN Fig.11 GAIN Control This control allows you to match the input level of the amplifier to the output level of your head unit. Matching the input can be accomplished in three simple steps: Set the volume of GAIN on the amplifier to Min (completely counter clock wise).

  • Page 20: Mode Switch

    Fig.14 High Pass Control (HPF) 40Hz 400Hz HPF (High Pass Filter) Adjustment When you are using coaxial or component speaker system, this allows you to adjust high-pass X-over frequency from 40Hz to 400Hz. To get better sound quality from coaxial or component speaker system, we recommend the frequency should be higher than 80Hz.

  • Page 21: Speaker Load

    SPEAKER WIRING AND CONFIGURATIONS Speaker Load Keep in mind your PowerBass Xtreme amplifier is a high power amplifier and not a high current amplifier. In other words this amplifier requires a minimum impedance of 2 ohms STEREO and 4 ohms bridged MONO to operate trouble free.
  • Page 22 PLEASE OBSERVE POLARITY AS SHOWN ON WIRE MARKERS. Speaker Output Connections 2 Channel Model ( XL-2205M 2-Channel Speaker Output Connection Fig.17 2-CH Speaker Connection (Do not connect total impedance under 2 ohms) 1-Channel (Bridged Mode) Speaker Output Connection Fig.18 1-CH (Bridged Mode) Speaker Connection...
  • Page 23 PLEASE OBSERVE POLARITY AS SHOWN ON WIRE MARKERS. Speaker Output Connections 4 Channel Model ( XL-4165M 3. 4-Channel Speaker Output Connection Fig.19 4-CH Speaker Connection / 2 ohms minimum 4. 3-Channel Stereo/Mono Speaker Output Connection Fig.20 3-CH Speaker Connection...

  • Page 24: Recommended Wire Sizes

    Miscellaneous: ______________________________________________________ This manual is the exclusive property of PowerBass USA, Inc. Any reproduction of this manual, or use other than its intentions is strictly prohibited without the express consent of PowerBass USA, Inc. © Copyright 2014 PowerBass USA, Inc.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting Tips

    NOTE: After using all the troubleshooting tips above, if the Status L.E.D. is activated and glows RED with no speak- ers connected to the amplifier, and all the power connections are correct, this would indicate an internal problem with the amplifier. Contact PowerBass USA or your local dealer.
  • Page 26 SPECIFICATIONS FOR XL MULTICHANNEL AMPLIFIERS XL-2205M Two Channel Model 4 Ohms Power (Watts) 100 x 2 2 Ohms Power (Watts) 200 x 2 4 Ohms Mono Power (Watts) 400 x 1 Peak Music Power (Watts) THD @ RMS Power < 0.2%...
  • Page 27 Please call (909) 923-3868 for PowerBass Customer Service. You must obtain an RA# (Return Authorization Num- ber) to return any product to PowerBass. The RA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the shipping carton or the delivery will be refused. Please pack your return carefully; we are not responsible for items damaged in shipping.
  • Page 28 PowerBass Xtreme – A division of PowerBass USA, Inc. 2133 S. Green Privado – Ontario, CA 91761 Tel. (909) 923-3868 – Fax (909) 923-8048 www.powerbassusa.com ©2015...

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