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SQ FULL RANGE DIGITAL AMPLIFIER
SQ800.4
SQ1400.5
OWNERS MANUAL
Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new amplifi er. Should your Image Dynamics
mobile amplifi er ever require service, you will need to have the original dated receipt.

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  • Page 1 SQ FULL RANGE DIGITAL AMPLIFIER SQ800.4 SQ1400.5 OWNERS MANUAL Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new amplifi er. Should your Image Dynamics mobile amplifi er ever require service, you will need to have the original dated receipt.
  • Page 2 In the interest of safety, Image Dynamics USA highly recommends listening at lower volume levels when driving.

  • Page 3: Technical Features

    TECHNICAL FEATURES • FRD (Full Range Class-D) technology • International Rectifier® Chip Set • Ultra Low Current Draw • High Damping Control Circuit • High Efficiency SMD Circuit Technology • Double Sided Copper Plated 4-Layer PCB • Digital Sound Optimization Circuitry •...

  • Page 4: Preparing For Installation

    INSTALLATION EXPERIENCE Installation of Image Dynamics mobile amplifiers requires detailed knowledge of electron- ics wiring and proper speaker impedance. We strongly recommend installation by an authorized Image Dynamics dealer. This Owners Manual only provides general installa- tion and operation instructions. If you have any reservations about your installation skills, please contact your local Image Dynamics dealer for assistance.

  • Page 5: Mounting Location

    Fan (SQ1400.5 only) Fig.1 Mounting Amplifier To keep your Image Dynamics 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 may temporarily shut down operation. For this reason the amplifier should be mounted in a location which will allow air to circulate freely.

  • Page 6: Fuse Requirements

    SQ1400.5- 100 Amp Fuse SQ800.4- 60 Amp Fuse NOTE: Due to space limitations, the SQ 1400.5 does NOT use chassis mounted protective fuses. Therefore you must add a fuse and fuse hold- er (not included) rated at 100A for each SQ 1400.5 installed.

  • Page 7: Control Panel Layout

    This control is used to match the input sensitivity of the amplifier to the particular source unit that you are using. 4. FRONT and REAR BASS EQ Switch for 0dB/9dB/18dB (SQ800.4 only) This equalization circuit is used to enhance the low frequency response of the vehicles interior and only works with LPF setting ON.
  • Page 8 5. FRONT and REAR LPF (Low Pass Filter) 40 Click Detent Control This control is continuously adjustable from 30Hz through 300Hz at 12dB per octave. 6. FRONT and REAR X-OVER Switch for LPF/FULL/HPF (SQ800.4 only) Activates the built-in electronic crossover network. Works in conjunction with the LPF and HPF adjust- able controls.
  • Page 9 POWER WIRING AND SIGNAL CONNECTIONS *** WARNING *** Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal before you start any wiring work! The bat- tery of your car audio system must be disconnected until the entire wiring installation is completed. Your Image Dynamics amplifier requires unrestricted current to deliver peak performance, so do not “starve”...

  • Page 10: Power Wiring

    These amplifiers are designed to work within a 10 to 16 volt DC range. Before any wires are connected, the vehicles electrical system should be checked for correct voltage supply with the help of a voltmeter. First, check the voltage at the battery with the ignition in the OFF position. The voltmeter should read no less than 12V.
  • Page 11 Now it’s time to connect the power and ground cables to the amplifier. Cut both cables to length. Strip off 1/2 inch (12mm) of the insulation so that the bare wire fits all the way in the terminal block on the side panel of the amplifier, seating it firmly so no bare wire is exposed.
  • Page 12 RCA INTERCONNECT (SQ800.4) CAR RADIO DC 14.4V Fig.5 Low Level Input using RCA — BATTERY Low Level Input - Choose the correct length and style of RCA interconnects for your needs. Always use high quality RCA audio cables (not supplied) for signal connections—...
  • Page 13 RCA INTERCONNECT (SQ800.4) Single RCA OUT Fig.6b Low Level Input using single RCA Dual RCA OUT (Front and Rear) Fig.6a Low Level Input using two RCAs...
  • Page 14 SQ1400.5 Single RCA OUT Fig.7a Single RCA Output on the Radio (Rear only). In the event the car radio (head unit) you are using has only 1-set of RCA preamp outputs, you will need to split Y adaptors the signal using “Y” adaptors on the Right and Left channels as shown above.
  • Page 15 SQ1400.5 (continued) Three RCA OUT (Front and Rear plus Subwoofer) Fig.7c Three RCA Outputs from the Radio (Front and Rear plus Subwoofer) This is the optimum configuration for this amplifier by providing 3-sets of discrete signal to the preamp. It will also offer the most flexibility in tuning the system.

  • Page 16: Set-Up Adjustments

    SET UP ADJUSTMENTS INPUT Gain Adjustment GAIN Fig.9 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 17 INPUT Fig.13 2-4 Channel Input Mode Input Mode Switch (SQ800.4) Matches the input from the Source Unit to that of the amplifier, either 2 or 4 Channel. This eliminates the use of “Y” adapters and provides a cleaner input signal.
  • Page 18 SPEAKER WIRING AND CONFIGURATIONS Speaker Load Keep in mind your Image Dynamics 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 or 4 ohms bridged MONO to operate trouble free. Lower impedance will send the amplifier into protection and possibly damage the electronics inside and void the waranty.
  • Page 19 Speaker Output Connections 4 Channel Model (SQ800.4) 3. 4-Channel Speaker Output Connection Fig.16 4-CH Speaker Connection / 2 ohms minimum 4. 3-Channel Stereo/Mono Speaker Output Connection Fig.17 3-CH Speaker Connection 5. 2-Channel (Bridged Mode) Speaker Output Connection Fig.18 2-CH Speaker Connection / 4 ohms minimum...
  • Page 20 SPEAKER OUTPUT CONNECTIONS 5 CHANNEL MODEL (SQ1400.5) 6. 5-Channel Speaker Output Connection FULL RANGE SPEAKERS 2 ohm 2 ohm minimum minimum SUBWOOFER 2 ohm 2 ohm minimum minimum 2 ohm minimum FULL RANGE SPEAKERS Fig.19 5-CH Speaker Connection / 2 ohms minimum 7.

  • Page 21: Recommended Wire Sizes

    Serial Number: ______________________________________________________ Miscellaneous: ______________________________________________________ This manual is the exclusive property of Image Dynamics USA, Inc. Any reproduction of this manual, or use other than its intentions is strictly prohibited without the express con- sent of Image Dynamics USA, Inc. © Copyright 2016 Image Dynamics USA, Inc.
  • Page 22 40 CLICK PRECISION ROTARY CONTROLS These controls allow precise setting of the electronic crossover settings on the amplifier, thus taking the guesswork out of tuning your speakers. Using a small slotted screw- driver make sure the controls are turned all the way to the left (counter clockwise). Refer to the chart and count the clicks (advancing one detent at a time clockwise) until you have reached the desired frequency.
  • Page 23 SQ1400.5...
  • Page 24 SQ800.4...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting Tips

    TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Problem Solution Power LED not ON With a Volt Ohm Meter (VOM) check: • +12 Volt power terminal (should read +12 to +16VDC • Remote turn-on terminal (should read +12 to +16VDC) • Ground Terminal Power LED lights BLUE, no output •...

  • Page 26: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Four Channel Model SQ800.4 4 Ohms Power (Watts) 100 x 4 2 Ohms Power (Watts) 200 x 4 4 Ohms Mono Power (Watts) 400 x 2 Peak Music Power (Watts) THD @ RMS Power < 0.1% Frequency Response 10Hz - 30kHz S/N Ratio (EIA Rated) >95dB...

  • Page 27: Limited Warranty Policy

    IMAGE DYNAMICS ELECTRONICS LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY Image Dynamics USA, Inc. offers limited warranty on Image Dynamics products under normal use on the following terms: Image Dynamics Amplifiers are to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year.
  • Page 28 Image Dynamics USA, Inc. 2133 S. Green Privado – Ontario, CA 91761 Tel. (909) 930-1377 – Fax (866) 239-4399 www.imagedynamicsusa.net...

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