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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.
Model
PD800.2
Power / Ground
PD1100.2
cable size
PD1500.2
PD2000.2
It is critical to use the proper
PD3000.2
power and ground cable. Select
PD4000.2
the size listed here for your
PD1000.4
amplifier model. Always use high
quality copper cable.
PD1400.4
PD2000.4
Cable size recommendations for
PD4000.4
multi amp systems are available
PD1500.1
on our website.
PD2100.1
PD3000.1D
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
1-30A
8ga
a
1-30A
Connections
2-30A
Smaller amps
2-30A
Using spade terminals, connect the
2-35A
+12V to the power cable from the
2-40A
battery, the REM to the source unit
1-30A
4ga
turn-on wire and the GND to the
2-15A
chassis ground..
2-25A
2-40A
Power
5
b
2-25A
Connections
2-30A
2-40A
Larger amps
Strip each cable back approx 1/2",
connect the +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.
Signal Input
7
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.
8
Level Control
Bare metal
Connect to factory speater wire directly
Right + (gray)
4CH REAR
Ch3 Right + (orange)
Right - (brown)
Ch3 Right - (pink)
Chassis ground (black)
Chassis Ground (black)
Left - (green)
Ch4 Left + (blue)
Left + (white)
Ch4 Left - (yellow)
Turn the LEVEL control completely
INPUT
LEVEL
counter-clockwise to minimum.
6V
0.2V
Speaker
9
Connections
Using spade terminals,connect
the s
the speaker cables
peaker c
to
output connectors. Follow the
diagram below that
best fits your
speaker configuration.
Stereo
Bridged
BRIDGED
LEFT
RIGHT
LEFT
SPEAKER
OUTPUT
SPEAKER
Monoblock
Monoblock
single woofer
SPEAKER
SPEAKER
OUTPUT
Positive
Battery
10
Connection
Conn
Connect
Conn
ect
ect the
cable
positive
positive
battery te
The
power cabl
power
power
power
within
with
within in 18 inches
wit
terminal.
Be
Be prepared to disarm
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t enter
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o enter your radio / sour
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Re-connect
11
Negative Battery
Terminal
Re-connect the negative
battery terminal making sure it
is securely tightened.
BRIDGED
RIGHT
OUTPUT
multiple
multiple
OUTPUT
s alarm and
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