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- Page 1 CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER DM500a, DM1000a, DM1500, DM2500 OWNER’S MANUAL...
- Page 2 SERIES circuit design; and utilized high speed controller chipsets, efficient power devices, precise thermal management and the latest in IC technology. We hope you enjoy using this DD Audio product, and if you have any questions regarding setup or installation, please contact the DD Audio technical support team.
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Page 3: Clipping Indicator
WARNING DD Audio amps are built to play at high volumes beyond what your ears can safely handle for extended periods of time. Prolonged exposure to excessively high volume can cause permanent damage to your hearing. In addition, operation of a motor vehicle while... -
Page 4: Technical Specifications
>150 RCA Input 4V-0.1V 4V-0.1V 4V-0.1V 4V-0.1V Voltage Sensitivity Remote Subwoofer Control Power Wire Gauge In Speaker Wire Gauge Out 7.87x4.92x1.85 11.8x4.92x1.85 13.38x6.88x2.16 17.71x6.88x2.16 Dimensions: in 200x125x47 300x125x47 340x175x55 450x175x55 Dimensions: mm DD AUDIO / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /... - Page 5 Operating the amplifier while the LOW VOLT indicator is illuminated MIN- MAX: or flashing could result in reduced Indicates the gain level. system performance, damage to the amplifier or damage to the connected speakers. DD AUDIO / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /...
- Page 6 This port is for connecting the remote preamp Input. subwoofer control. GAIN: LPF: Matches the output voltage of the Controls the low pass cutoff point for source signal to the amplifier’s the speaker outputs. input section. DD AUDIO / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /...
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Page 7: Power Panel
+ and two - terminals for PWR LED: easier connection of multiple speaker Indicates the amplifier is grounded, cables. Minimum impedance is and receiving +12V and REM power. 1 Ohm. DD AUDIO / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /... - Page 8 Controls the high pass cutoff point for SERIES amplifiers. Connects to the the speaker outputs. This helps to IN RCA terminal. eliminate extremely low frequencies that can waste amplifier power and cause damage to your subwoofers. DD AUDIO / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /...
- Page 9 Connect to a switched +12V cable. easier connection of multiple speaker cables. Minimum impedance is 1 ohm. +12V: Connect to a fused positive cable (+12V) from the battery. Minimum power cable size is 0 gauge. DD AUDIO / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /...
- Page 10 6. Connect SPEAKER terminal ( - ) on MAIN amplifier to SPEAKER terminal ( - ) on STRAP amplifier. Set MAIN amp’s mode switch to MAIN MAIN Amp STRAP Amp Set STRAP amp’s mode to INPUT STRAP DD AUDIO / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /...
- Page 11 STRAP MODE CONNECTION (Continued) MAIN Amp STRAP Amp DD AUDIO / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /...
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Page 12: Mounting Your Amplifier
The addition of even a small amplifier will increase the demand on your charging system. If you are unsure or have questions about your charging system, have it tested by a professional technician to determine its capability. DD AUDIO / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /... -
Page 13: Installation
8. Connect the remote wire from the head unit to the amplifier. At this time you should turn on the amp and make sure it turns on properly and does not go into protect. DD AUDIO / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /... - Page 14 14. You may have to do some slight re-tuning at a later date if you are installing new speakers at the same time as the amp due to the speakers breaking in. DD AUDIO / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /...
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Page 15: Troubleshooting
16V the amplifiers will not operate correctly. DISTORTION • Check speaker cables for reverse polarity of one channel. POOR BASS RESPONSE • Check speaker cables for reverse polarity of one channel. DD AUDIO / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /... - Page 16 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 / CLASS D MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER /...
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