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XL-3515M
XL-5675M
XL POWERSPORT FULL RANGE AMPLIFIER
Owners Manual
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-5675M XL POWERSPORT FULL RANGE AMPLIFIER Owners Manual 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 2 In the interest of safety, PowerBass USA highly recommends listening at lower volume levels when driving.

  • Page 3: 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 4: 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 5: 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 6: 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 where 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 7 5. X-OVER Switch for FULL/HPF Activates the built-in electronic crossover network. Works in conjunction with the HPF adjustable control. When set to FULL the amplifier runs Full Range and the electronic crossover circuitry is bypassed. Only on the XL-3515M.
  • Page 8 6. HPF (High Pass Filter) This control is continuously adjustable from 40Hz to 400Hz at 12dB per octave when the x-over switch is set to HPF. (XL-3515M only). 7. MODE Switch Matches the input from the Source Unit to that of the amplifier, either 2 or 3 Channel. This eliminates the use of “Y” adapters and provides a cleaner input signal.
  • Page 9 Fig. 3 5-Channel Panel Layout NOTE: The XL-5675M incorporates a majority of the same feature set as the XL-3515M but adds Rear Output making this unit a 5 Channel amplifier; reference the callout points on the XL-3515M for product description. Additional points specific to the XL-5675M are listed below: 18.
  • Page 10 21. FRONT HPF (High Pass Filter) This control is continuously adjustable from 40Hz to 400Hz at 12dB per octave. 22. REAR HPF (High Pass Filter) This control is continuously adjustable from 40Hz to 400Hz at 12dB per octave. 23. REAR GAIN Control This control is used to match the input sensitivity of the amplifier to the particular source unit that you are using from to 250mV up to 10 volts.
  • Page 11 Remember, bigger wire is better! For best results we recommend a PowerBass ampli- fier install kit, available at your local PowerBass dealer.

  • Page 12: 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 13 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 14: 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 an in-line fuse holder and fuse for this purpose.
  • Page 15 SOURCE INTERCONNECT Single RCA / Low Level Input Fig.7a Input using Single RCA or 3.5mm AUX 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 16 SOURCE INTERCONNECT Dual RCA / Low Level Input (Front and Subwoofer) Fig.8 Input using two pairs of RCA cables...
  • Page 17 SOURCE INTERCONNECT Single High Level / Speaker Input 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: Set-Up Adjustments

    SET UP ADJUSTMENTS INPUT Gain Adjustment GAIN Control Panel (3) and (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 19: Mode Switch

    1) Using the 2CH Mode on the XL-3515M requires input signal to the Front Input Connector. 2) Using the 3CH Mode on the XL-3515M requires both the Front Input and Subwoofer Input to be used. This will allow for fading between the Front and Rear/Subwoofer Outputs.

  • Page 20: 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 (2-ohms MONO on SUB channel) to operate trouble free.
  • Page 21 PLEASE OBSERVE POLARITY AS SHOWN ON WIRE MARKERS. Speaker Output Connections 3 Channel Model ( XL-3515M 3-Channel Speaker Output Connection Fig.12 3-CH Speaker Connection (Do not connect total impedance under 2 ohms)
  • Page 22 PLEASE OBSERVE POLARITY AS SHOWN ON WIRE MARKERS. Speaker Output Connections 5 Channel Model ( XL-5675M 3. 5-Channel Speaker Output Connection Fig.13 5-CH Speaker Connection / 2 ohms minimum...
  • Page 23 XL-5675M 4. 3-Channel Stereo/Mono Speaker Output Connection Fig.14 3-CH Speaker Connection NOTE: For the XL-3515M follow the same bridge connection from the Front Output in the above diagram if you need to run a mono output for the front channel.

  • 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 2016 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-3515M Three Channel Model 4 Ohms Power (Watts) 80 x 2 + 250 x 1 2 Ohms Power (Watts) 160 x 2 + 350 x 1 Peak Music Power (Watts) 1340 THD @ RMS Power <...
  • 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 ©2016...

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