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- Page 1 Owner’s manual APX2120 APX4240 APX1300 APX AMPLIFIERS APX2120/APX4240/APX1300 AMPSOwnersManual.pmd 2005-12-13, 17:02...
- Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this Clarion product. • Please read this owner’s manual in its entirety before operating this equipment. • After reading this manual, keep it handy, such as in your glove compartment. • Save your sales receipt. The warranty at the end of this manual and your sales receipt are essential for warranty service.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Setting the gain ... 14 Setting the crossover ... 15 Setting the bass boost ... 15 Final system checks ... 15 6. TROUBLESHOOTING ... 16 7. GLOSSARY ... 17 8. SPECIFICATIONS ... 17 9. LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION ... 18 APX2120/APX4240/APX1300 AMPSOwnersManual.pmd 2005-12-13, 17:02... -
Page 4: Features
1. FEATURES The Clarion APX2120, APX4240, and APX1300 amplifiers fit a variety of system configurations and provide these features: • Full frequency response with low distortion and exceptional signal-to-noise performance • Advanced circuitry design provides bridgeable outputs for use in a variety of applications •... -
Page 5: Precautions
Do not pour liquid or poke foreign objects into the unit. Water and humidity will damage internal circuitry. • If the unit becomes wet, turn off all power and ask your authorized Clarion dealer to clean or service the unit. Failure to observe these precautions may damage your car or the amplifier, and may void the warranty. -
Page 6: Controls
3. CONTROLS APX1300 controls and input connections APX2120 controls and input connections APX4240 controls and input connections 1. RCA input jacks 8. Speaker level inputs 2. Front RCA input jacks 9. Front speaker level inputs 3. Rear RCA input jacks 10. -
Page 7: Operations
These switches are equipped with 12dB per octave electronic filters for precise frequency attenuation with minimal phase distortion. To activate each filter, slide the X-Over mode switch to either HP or LP (APX4240 and APX2120 only). Connecting a source unit without RCA outputs The speaker level inputs provide connections for a high-level stereo source. -
Page 8: Care And Maintenance
Although any moving air dissipates heat, cool air should run along the length of the fins rather than across them. Although Clarion amplifiers include heat sinks and protection circuits, mounting an amplifier in a tight space without any air movement will damage the unit’s internal circuitry over time. -
Page 9: Wiring Precautions
Adding an external fuse protects the electrical system from short circuits that can result in a fire. • Do not open the case. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If you require assistance, consult your Clarion dealer or an authorized Clarion service center. APX2120/APX4240/APX1300 AMPSOwnersManual.pmd WARNING! -
Page 10: Power And Speaker Connections
Power and speaker connections APX1300 power and speaker connections APX2120 power and speaker connections APX4240 power and speaker connections 1. Left front speaker output 2. Right front speaker output 3. Left speaker output 4. Right speaker output 5. Remote turn-on input AMPSOwnersManual.pmd... -
Page 11: Applications
The APX1300 car audio amplifier can be used in a variety of system applications. Mono subwoofer system This application shows the amplifier in mono operation to drive a subwoofer. Set X-Over mode to LPF and adjust the frequency to the subwoofer specifications. APX2120/APX4240/APX1300 AMPSOwnersManual.pmd 2005-12-13, 17:02... - Page 12 Subwoofer system In this application, the amplifier is used in a subwoofer system. APX2120/APX4240/APX1300 AMPSOwnersManual.pmd 2005-12-13, 17:02...
- Page 13 Four-channel stereo system In this application, the APX4240 is used as a four-channel amplifier to drive four full- range speakers in stereo. APX2120/APX4240/APX1300 AMPSOwnersManual.pmd 2005-12-13, 17:02...
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Page 14: Setting The Gain
Two-channel high power system In this application, the APX2120 is used to drive a pair of subwoofers. Setting the gain After completing the installation, follow these steps to set the gain control and perform the final system checks. 1. Turn the gain control all the way counterclockwise. -
Page 15: Setting The Crossover
Setting the crossover Clarion amplifiers feature fully-adjustable crossovers. 1. Using the X-Over mode switch, select either LP (low pass) or HP (high pass) or OFF for full range. 2. Using the Freq (Hz) control, select the frequency. Setting the bass boost 1. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting
Audio cycles on and off • Thermal protection circuits are shutting the amplifier off. • Check the location for adequate ventilation. Consult an authorized Clarion audio dealer. Distorted audio • Gain is not properly set or the speaker cones are damaged. -
Page 17: Glossary
Line level input sensitivity Speaker level input sensitivity Input impedance Allowable battery voltage Size THD ≤ 0.1%, 10Hz-20kHz, into 4-Ohms, @ 14.4V, all channels driven THD ≤ 0.1%, 10Hz-20kHz, @ 14.4V, all channels driven APX2120/APX4240/APX1300 AMPSOwnersManual.pmd APX4240 APX2120 400W 200W 60W x 4... -
Page 18: Limited Warranty Information
5. The sole responsibility of Clarion under this Limited Warranty shall be limited to the repair of the product or replacement of the product, at the sole discretion of Clarion. - Page 19 APX2120/APX4240/APX1300 AMPSOwnersManual.pmd 2005-12-13, 17:02...
- Page 20 Clarion Corporation of America All Rights Reserved. Copyright © 2006: Clarion Corp. of America APX2120/APX4240/APX1300 AMPSOwnersManual.pmd 2005-12-13, 17:02...