Virtual Reality Block Subwoofer Amplifier VRA1.0 Instruction Manual page 2

Automotive audio equipment installations can be troublesome at times, even to the most experienced of
installation technicians. If you are not confident working with electrical wiring, removing and reinstalling
interior panels, carpeting, dashboards or other components of your vehicle, please call our toll-free help
line (800)445-1797 and our in-house technical service team will answer your installation questions.
Tools Needed For Installation: Tools Needed For Installation:
• Nail Set/Center Punch • Nail Set/Center Punch
• Phillips Screwdriver • Phillips Screwdriver
We recommend an Amplifier Installation Kit containing the following parts: We recommend an Amplifier Installation Kit containing the following parts:
• Power Wire - 8 Gauge w/Terminal Lug • Power Wire - 8 Gauge w/Terminal Lug
• Remote Wire - 20 Gauge OK • Remote Wire - 20 Gauge OK
Location Location
When choosing a location for the amplifier, keep in mind that the amplifier will generate heat. Place the amplifier in
a location that allows air to circulate around it. Amplifier location and installation will vary from vehicle to vehicle,
depending on physical layout of the vehicle. Carefully consider as many installation locations and configurations
as is practically possible DO NOT COVER the amp with carpet or enclose it behind interior panels. DO NOT
mount inverted or upside down. The amplifier may be mounted vertically.
Before permanently installing your VRA1.0 Amplifier, place the VRA1.0 Amplifier in the approximate place it will
occupy in your car. Run all power and speaker wires inside the vehicle toward the amplifier prior to mounting. This
will allow you to estimate how much wire you'll need and where to route the wires inside of your vehicle.
Connect the fused 12 Volt DC power wire, chassis ground cable, and remote wires
Turn on the amplifier, if the Power Protection light is green, turn off the amplifier and proceed to the next section. If
the Power Protection light is red, review all of the connections and wires. You may have a loose connection, a bad
chassis ground, or an inadequate size power wire. If after reviewing all the connections and wires the problem
persists, call our-toll free help line for assistance.
Allow for air to circulate around the amplifier. Do not mount inverted or upside down. Do not cover with
carpeting or enclose it behind interior panels. Avoid mounting under a seat.
Water Damage: Do not install this amplifier in a location that will expose it to water or moisture.
Dust or Dirt: Do not install this amplifier in a location that will expose it to dusty or dirty conditions.
Modifications: Do not open the amplifier for any reason or modify the amplifier in any way. If
modified in any way a fire hazard or malfunction may occur. Modification will void the warranty.
Mark the holes for the 4 mounting screws in
the 4 mounting brackets with a marker/pen.
3. 3.
Drill 4 pilot holes with electric drill and 1/16" bit.
Make sure there is nothing behind mounting surface
that can be damaged when drilling the holes.
(Safety glasses should be worn at this time.)
When mounting the amplifier, make sure there is enough room for access to make
adjustments to the switches and adjustment screws.
• Hammer • Safety Glasses
• Wire Cutter • Marker/Pen
• Speaker Wire - 16 to 12 Gauge • Speaker Wire - 16 to 12 Gauge
• Input Wires - Shielded RCA cables • Input Wires - Shielded RCA cables
For Information and Technical Assistance,
Call Toll-Free in U.S.A. and Canada.
1-800-445-1797
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE.
visit us on the WEB
WWW.VR-3.COM
2. 2.
With a hammer and nail set/center punch,
make dimple marks on the mounting
surface for each mounting screw.
4. 4.
Secure amplifier with included screws and
washers using Phillips screwdriver.
• Electrical Tape
• Electric Drill with 1/16" bit
• RCA Cables & "Y" Adaptors • RCA Cables & "Y" Adaptors
• After-Market Battery Terminal • After-Market Battery Terminal
. (SEE SECTION 3, ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS)
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