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DD Audio ZVL Owner's Manual

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Summary of Contents for DD Audio ZVL

  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Page 17 ........Strapping Subwoofer Amplifiers w/out a ZVL input Page 20 ..............Linking Multiple ZVL Modules Page 21 ..Connecting Subwoofer Amplifiers and Full Range Amplifiers to a ZVL Page 21 ........Using the ZVL as an active RCA distribution block...

  • Page 3: Design Features

    DD Audio technician if you have any questions. Thank you for purchasing the DD Audio ZVL (Vari-Link). The ZVL is a Multi-Amp Sync Module that can take the place of several separate components commonly used when setting up multi amp systems, making wiring your installs easier and cleaner.

  • Page 4: Technical Specifications

    REM OUT Output Current 10Hz-25kHz Frequency Response 20Hz-200Hz 24dB/Oct Low Pass Filter 10Hz-50Hz 24dB/Oct SubSonic Filter 200mA Power Draw 1 Amp Recommended Fuse Rating 4 x 5 x 2 Dimensions in 98 x 125 x 47 Dimensions mm DD AUDIO / ZVL /...

  • Page 5: Control Panel Connections

    Direct GAIN: connection to the vehicle’s battery is preferred. Adjust the GAIN to match the inputs of the ZVL to REM IN: the outputs of your signal source. Connect to a switched +12V turn-on source to SUBSONIC: turn the ZVL on and off.
  • Page 6 RCA PANEL CONNECTIONS INPUT: OUTPUT 1-5: Connect to RCA (line level) signal source. Connect to RCA (line level) inputs of your amplifier/s via RCA interconnect cables. DD AUDIO / ZVL /...

  • Page 7: Internal Jumper Configuration

    INTERNAL JUMPER CONFIGURATION DD AUDIO / ZVL /...
  • Page 8 Passes the input signal from the source unit through the ZVL’s subwoofer preamp (GAIN, directly to the outputs with no effect from the ZVL’s SUBSONIC, LFP) before sending it to the subwoofer preamp. This will be used for full range outputs.
  • Page 9 ZVL and you can simply follow the connection instructions below. If you are using an older DD Audio amplifier or a non DD Audio amplifier you can still purchase a ZVL compatible remote control that will give you the ability to control the master volume of linked/strapped sub amps.
  • Page 10 4 amplifiers while using Channel 5/6 to feed signal into a second ZVL unit allowing you to link up to 9 amplifiers in this manner with 2 ZVLs. Please refer to the Linking Multiple ZVL’s section of this manual.
  • Page 11 LINKING SUBWOOFER AMPLIFIERS W/ A ZVL INPUT (amplifiers must be matching models) [continued] SET JUMPERS FIRST, see ZVL Internal Jumper Configuration on next page  Source Unit !!WARNING!! Severe Amplifier and Subwoofer damage can result from improper installation and setup of the ZVL. PLEASE take time to read this manual carefully and contact a DD Audio technician if you have any questions.
  • Page 12 LINKING SUBWOOFER AMPLIFIERS W/ A ZVL INPUT (amplifiers must be matching models) [continued] ZVL Internal Jumper Configuration DD AUDIO / ZVL /...
  • Page 13 Reassemble the ZVL then proceed. 5. Connect the full range RCA outputs from the source unit to the ZVL inputs. 6. Connect the RCAs from the ZVL output, as shown in the linking diagram, to your DD Audio Amp’s ZVL INPUT.
  • Page 14 4 amplifiers while using Channel 5/6 to feed signal into a second ZVL unit allowing you to link up to 9 amplifiers in this manner. Please refer to the Linking 2 ZVL’s section of this manual.
  • Page 15 LINKING SUBWOOFER AMPLIFIERS W/OUT A ZVL INPUT (amplifiers must be matching models) [continued] ZVL Internal Jumper Configuration DD AUDIO / ZVL /...
  • Page 16 #2. Repeat the connection process for each pair of amplifiers you are strapping with the ZVL. 8. The GAIN control on the ZVL should be set to match the output signal voltage from your Source Unit. 9. The ZVL LOW PASS FILTER and SUBSONIC FILTER should be adjusted for desired listening.
  • Page 17 STRAPPING SUBWOOFER AMPLIFIERS W/ A ZVL INPUT (amplifiers must be matching models) [continued] ZVL Internal Jumper Configuration DD AUDIO / ZVL /...
  • Page 18 Any other amplifier settings such as PHASE or BASS BOOST should be set to 0. 7. Set the GAIN control on the ZVL to half. 8. The ZVL LPF should be set to its highest frequency setting and the SUBSONIC should be set to its lowest frequency setting.
  • Page 19 Channel 5/6 to feed signal into a second ZVL unit allowing you to strap up to 4 pairs amplifiers in this manner. Please refer to the Linking 2 ZVL Modules section of this manual.
  • Page 20 STRAPPING SUBWOOFER AMPLIFIERS W/OUT A ZVL INPUT (amplifiers must be matching models) [continued] ZVL Internal Jumper Configuration DD AUDIO / ZVL /...
  • Page 21 5 outputs on ZVL #2. This will also allow all 5 output levels from ZVL #2 to be controlled by ZVL #1’s remote control. 2. If you want ZVL #2 to use the full range signal from your source unit set CH 5/6 on ZVL #1’s internal input jumper to PASS. Then configure ZVL #2 as needed.
  • Page 22 USING THE ZVL AS AN ACTIVE RCA DISTRIBUTION BLOCK: If you are using the ZVL as an RCA distribution block and no subwoofer pre amp control is needed you can simply set all internal input jumpers to PASS and all output jumpers to LINK.
  • Page 23 If you have any questions regarding setup, installation or warranty please contact the DD Audio technical support team by email at service@ddaudio.com or by phone at (405) 239-2800. DD AUDIO / ZVL /...
  • Page 24 4025 NW 36th St., Oklahoma City, OK 73112 • (405) 239-2800 DDAUDIO.COM...