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Garmin FUSION APOLLO MS-AP12000 Installation Instructions Manual

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FUSION
APOLLO
MS-AP12000 MONOBLOCK AMPLIFIER
™
®
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Information
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other
important information.
This device must be installed according to these instructions.
Disconnect the power supply to the vessel's audio system before beginning to install this device.
CAUTION
Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100 dBA may cause permanent hearing loss. The volume
is typically too loud if you cannot hear people speaking around you. Limit the amount of time you listen at high
volume. If you experience ringing in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have your hearing checked.
To avoid possible personal injury, always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling,
cutting, or sanding.
NOTICE
YOU MUST NOT USE THIS AMPLIFIER WITH ANY THIRD-PARTY MARINE AUDIO SYSTEMS. This amplifier
is compatible only with Fusion DSP-enabled marine audio equipment and may cause damage to third-party
speakers due to the amplifier power output.
When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite side of the surface to avoid damaging the vessel.
It is strongly recommended that you have your audio system installed by a professional installer to ensure
optimum performance.
You must read all installation instructions before beginning the installation. If you experience difficulty during
the installation, go to
support.garmin.com
for product support.
After installing an audio system, you should run the connected speakers and subwoofers at low to medium
volumes during their first few hours of use. This helps to improve the overall sound by gradually loosening
up the moving components in the new speakers and subwoofers, such as the cone, spider, and surround.
See the installation instructions provided with your speakers, because there may be more details about the
recommended low-to-medium volume usage time for each model.
NOTE: After installing the amplifier, you must set up your connected stereo using the Fusion-Link
app to select
™
and activate the correct DSP profile.
February 2023
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  • Page 1 You must read all installation instructions before beginning the installation. If you experience difficulty during the installation, go to support.garmin.com for product support. After installing an audio system, you should run the connected speakers and subwoofers at low to medium volumes during their first few hours of use.

  • Page 2: Tools Needed

    ) marine-grade, fully-tinned copper wire for the remote-on signal ◦ 1-channel RCA cable (Signal and Speaker Connection Considerations, page 9) You can purchase suitable lengths of RCA cable from the Garmin website at garmin.com/apollo_amplifier _accessories or from your Fusion or Garmin dealer.

  • Page 3: Mounting Considerations

    Mounting Considerations CAUTION In high ambient temperatures and after extended use, the device enclosure may reach temperatures deemed dangerous to touch. To avoid possible personal injury, the device must be installed in a location where it will not be touched during operation. NOTICE This device should be mounted in a well-ventilated location that is not exposed to extreme temperatures or conditions.

  • Page 4: Installing The Mounting Bracket

    Installing the Mounting Bracket NOTICE Pan-head screws are included, but they may not be suitable for the mounting surface. If you provide different mounting hardware, you must not use fasteners with a countersunk head. Hardware with a countersunk head will damage the mounting bracket. Before you install the mounting bracket, you must select a mounting location and determine what screws and other mounting hardware are needed for the surface.
  • Page 5 Connecting the Device to the Mounting Bracket You must secure the mounting bracket to the surface before you can connect the device. 1 Hold the device over and slightly above the mounting bracket. 2 Place the device onto the bracket and pull down until the tab audibly clicks.
  • Page 6 Removing the Device from the Mounting Bracket 1 Lift up to remove the wedge, which unlocks the tab on the mounting bracket. 2 Press the tab on the mounting bracket, and lift up on the amplifier to disconnect it from the mount...

  • Page 7: Connection Considerations

    Mounting the Device Directly to the Surface If you are installing the device in a location with limited space, or you do not want to use the bracket, you can mount the device directly to the surface. NOTE: Countersunk screws are provided to mount the device directly to the surface. If you choose to use your own hardware to mount the device directly to the surface, countersunk heads are recommended.

  • Page 8: Port Identification

    Port Identification Power block port (Connecting to Power, page 8) Subwoofer speaker block port (Signal and Speaker Connection Considerations, page 9) RCA input port Connecting to Power WARNING The positive wire (not included) from the power source to the amplifier must run through a 40 A inline fuse or circuit breaker (not included) as close to the power source as possible.

  • Page 9: Signal And Speaker Connection Considerations

    5 As close to the power source as possible, install a 40 A inline fuse on the power wire in an accessible location or connect the power wire through a 40 A circuit breaker. WARNING Connecting the amplifier to power without a 40 A inline fuse or circuit breaker may result in a fire if there is a short in the cable.
  • Page 10 Connecting a Subwoofer to the Amplifier 1 Route12 AWG (3 through 4 mm ) marine-grade, fully-tinned copper wire to the subwoofer and the amplifier. NOTE: You should label both ends of the speaker wire, including polarity, so you can easily identify which wires route to which subwoofer.

  • Page 11: Completing The Connections

    TIP: You can view a video tutorial to help set up a DSP profile for your system at garmin.com/videos/fusion_link _app. 1 Follow the instructions in your stereo owner's manual to download the Fusion-Link app and connect it to the stereo.

  • Page 12: Specifications

    Specifications Compass-safe distance 75 cm (30 in.) Operating temperature range From -0 to 50°C (from 32 to 122°F) Storage temperature range From -20 to 70°C (from -4 to 158°F) Water rating IEC 60529 IPX2 Power: 2 AWG (33.63 mm Maximum wire gauge Speakers: 10 AWG (5.26 mm Weight 2.2 kg (4 lbs 13.6 oz) Amplifier class...
  • Page 13 Dimensions 235 mm (9  in.) 4  180 mm (7  in.) 16  45 mm (1  in.) 4  More Information Troubleshooting Before you contact your Fusion dealer or service center, you should perform a few simple troubleshooting steps to help diagnose the problem. If the Fusion amplifier has been installed by a professional installation company, you should contact the company so a technician can assess the problem and advise you about possible solutions.
  • Page 14 • Check the circuit breaker (if applicable), and reset it if necessary. If the breaker to Power, page 8) continues to trip, disconnect the amplifier from power and contact Garmin Support (support.garmin.com). • If you connected a subwoofer or high-power full-range speakers using the high-power adapter (bridged mode), check the settings in the DSP profile.
  • Page 15 LED Is Green and There Is No Sound Potential Cause Potential Resolution • Make sure the stereo is powered on. Power or • Make sure the volume is not set too low or muted. volume issue • Check the volume limit setting on the stereo. A low limit setting may result in volume issues.
  • Page 16 Internal amplifier Disconnect the amplifier from the power source for one minute, and then reconnect it and or power supply test for proper operation. If the LED continues to show a red fault, contact Garmin Support fault (support.garmin.com).
  • Page 17 , the Garmin logo, Fusion ® , Fusion-Link ™ , and the Fusion logo are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered in the USA and other countries. These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin. M/N: A03876...
  • Page 18 © 2023 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries support.garmin.com...

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