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Summary of Contents for Shockwave Aquatic AV AD600.5
- Page 1 AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL WATERPROOF AMPLIFIER USER / INSTALLATION MANUAL PLEASE READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 1 Getting Started......................1.1 Contents......................1.2 Key Features......................2 Installation......................... 2.1 Installation Precautions..................2.2 Mounting Precautions..................2.3 Wiring Precautions....................3 Connections and Controls..................3.1 Power & Speaker Connections................3.2 Input Connections & Controls................4 Input Wiring...................... -
Page 3: Getting Started
Getting Started AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 1.1 Contents When first unpacking your new amplifier please check first that the package contains all of the items below. If something is missing, contact the store where you purchased the product. • Waterproof Amplifier •... -
Page 4: Installation
Installation AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 2.1 Installation Precautions If you do not have the necessary skills do not install the amplifier yourself. See your local authorized Aquatic AV dealer for installation recommendations. This amplifier is for applications with a negative ground, 12V power supply. 2.2 Mounting Precautions Choose a mounting location in that provides adequate ventilation around the amplifier. -
Page 5: Wiring Precautions
Installation AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 2.3 Wiring Precautions Read all wiring precautions before starting any installation. If you are not sure of the connections, please contact your local authorized Aquatic AV dealer. Before you start, make sure the source unit’s power is switched off. Disconnect the negative battery terminal before doing any electrical work. -
Page 6: Connections And Controls
Connections and Controls AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 3.1 Power & Speaker Connections Power Connector: Speaker Connector: Battery (+12V) Front Left (CH1) POWER SPEAKER Ground (-) Front Right (CH2) INPUT OUTPUT Battery (+12V) Rear Left (CH3) Ground (-) Rear Right (CH4) Subwoofer (CH5) Amplifier Turn On Power Input... -
Page 7: Input Wiring
Input Wiring AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 4.1 Low-Level (RCA) Input Wiring The AD600.5 requires all six of the amplifier’s RCA inputs to be connected for all five output channels (front left, front right, rear left, rear right and subwoofer) to have operational output. If required, please use RCA ‘Y-connectors’... -
Page 8: High-Level (Speaker) Input Wiring
Input Wiring AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 4.2 High-Level (Speaker) Input Wiring The speaker level inputs provide connections for a stereo without RCA outputs. Use them if your source unit does not have RCA outputs. The subwoofer outout channel will always be operational when using the high-level speaker inputs. -
Page 9: Output Wiring
Output Wiring AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 5.1 5 Channel Mode POWER SPEAKER INPUT OUTPUT In this application the AD600.5 is used to power four full-range speakers and a subwoofer. 2 ohm and 4 ohm stable in stereo mode. White (+) Green (+) CH1 Front Left CH3 Rear Left... -
Page 10: Channel Mode
Output Wiring AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 5.3 4 Channel Mode In this application the AD600.5 is used to power POWER SPEAKER INPUT OUTPUT four full-range speakers. 2 ohm and 4 ohm stable in stereo mode. White (+) Green (+) CH1 Front Left CH3 Rear Left White/Black (-) -
Page 11: Channel Mode
Output Wiring AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 5.5 3 Channel Mode In this application the AD600.5 is used to power POWER SPEAKER INPUT OUTPUT two full-range speakers and a subwoofer. 2 ohm and 4 ohm stable in stereo mode. White (+) Gray (+) CH1 Front Left CH2 Front Right... -
Page 12: Amplifier Operation
Amplifier Operation AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 6.1 Setting Operating Level The gain control allows the nominal operating level of the amplifier to be set from 200mV to 4V for RCA inputs or 600mV to 10V for speaker level inputs. After installation follow these steps and then follow section 6.4 ‘Final System Checks’. -
Page 13: Final System Checks
Amplifier Operation AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 6.4 Final System Checks 1. Turn on the power to your audio system and ensure the stereo source unit is also powered 2. The amplifier’s status LED will turn red during ‘start up’ and after a few seconds will then turn blue to indicate the amplifier is operational. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 7.1 Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Solution Check remote connections at the amplifier Low or no remote turn-on voltage. and source unit. Replace with a new fast-blow fuse of the Blown amplifier fuse. same rating. Check battery and ground wiring at the No Audio Power wires not connected. -
Page 15: Specifications & Dimensions
Specifications & Dimensions AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER 8.1 Specifications Type..............Class-D Digital Amplifier Output Modes...........Mono, Stereo, Bridge Waterproof............Yes - IP65 Conformal Coated PCB........Yes Input Channels..........5x RCA Speaker Level Input..........5 channels Output Channels..........5/4/3 Input Impedance..........22k (RCA), 470 Ohms (speaker) Output Impedance (per channel)......2 Ohms / 4 Ohms Power Output (max)..........600W Power Output (max) @ 4 Ohms, THD ≤1%..4x 50W + 1x 200W Power Output (max) @ 2 Ohms, THD ≤1%..4x 75W + 1x 300W... -
Page 16: Warranty Information
Warranty Information AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER Aquatic AV offers a limited warranty of our products on the following terms: Length of warranty 2 years on audio systems, electronics, speakers, and accessories (receipt required). Coverage This warranty covers only the original purchaser of a Aquatic AV product purchased from an authorized Aquatic AV dealer in the United States. - Page 17 FCC Statement AD600.5 COMPACT 5/4/3 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER FCC ID: MADE IN CHINA FCC Statement to the User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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