Crunch PZ-820.2 Quick Start Installation Manual

Before you start
CAUTION
Many new and factory radios require a reset code when
disconnected from battery power. This is an anti-theft
feature. Before unplugging power, you must determine if
your radio/source unit requires a reset code. Check the
operation manual for your vehicle or contact the dealer.
Model
Power / Ground
PZ-820.2
cable size
PZ-1020.2
PZ-1520.2
It is critical to use the proper
PZ-2020.2
power and ground cable. Select
PZ-3520.2-Pro
the size listed here for your
PZ-1020.4
amplifier model. Always use high
PZ-1520.4
quality copper cable.
PZ-2020.4
PZ- 4020.4-Pro
Cable size recommendations for
multi amp systems are available PZ-3020.1D
on our website.
PZ- 4020.1D
PZ-5020.1D
Installation
Disconnect
1
negative battery
terminal
Place terminal in a secure
position so that it won't
accidentally contact the
negative battery post
Run Cables
2
Properly route power,
speaker and RCA cables
through the vehicle.
Mount Amplifier
3
Choose a mounting location
that will provide adequate air
ventilation. Mount the amplifier to
a secure surface. Do not mount
the amplifier upside down.
Chassis Ground
4
The chassis ground connection
is critical to the performance
of the amplifier. Choose a
location that is close to the
amplifier. Completely scrape
away the paint and use a nut
and bolt if possible.
DO NOT USE AN EXISTING
FACTORY BOLT!
Fuse Size Cable Size Power
5
a
Connections
1-30A
Smaller amps
1-35A
2-30A
2-35A Using spade terminals, connect the
+12V to the power cable from the
2-35A
4ga
battery, the REM to the source unit
2-15A
turn-on wire and the GND to the
2-20A
chassis ground..
2-25A
2- 40A
1-60A Power
5
b
1-80A
Connections
2-60A
Larger amps
Strip each cable back approx 1/2",
connect the +12V to the power
cable from the battery, the REM to
the source unit turn-on wire and the
GND to the chassis ground..
Signal Input
6
Low Level RCA
Connect the RCA cables to
the INPUT connectors. The
OUTPUT can be used to
provide input for a second
amplifier.
Signal Input
7
High Level
The HI INPUT is for use with
source units that do not offer
RCA outputs. Use the supplied
harness to connect to the
source unit's speaker output.
8 Level Control
Bare metal
BRIDGED
LEFT RIGHT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
BRIDGED
LEFT RIGHT
Connect to factory speaker wire directly
SPEAKER OUTPUT
Right + (gray) 4CH REAR
Ch3 Right + (orange)
Right - (brown)
Ch3 Right - (pink)
Chassis ground (black)
Chassis Ground (black)
Left - (green)
Ch4 Left + (blue)
Left + (white)
Ch4 Left - (yellow)
Turn the LEVEL control completely INPUT INPUT
SUBSONIC
LEVEL LEVEL
counter-clockwise to minimum.
15 35Hz
9V 0.2V 6V 0.2V
PHASE LPF LPF
Speaker
9
Connections SPEAKER OUTPUT
Using spade terminals,connect
the speaker cables to the speaker
output connectors. Follow the
diagram below that best fits your
speaker configuration.
Stereo
BRIDGED
BRIDGED
LEFT RIGHT
LEFT RIGHT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
Monoblock Monoblock
single woofer
BRIDGED
LEFT RIGHT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
Positive Battery
10
Connection
Connect the power cable to the
positive battery terminal. The
power cable must be fused
within 18 inches of the battery
terminal.
SPEAKER OUTPUT
Be prepared to disarm your vehicle's alarm and
to enter your radio / source unit code.
Re-connect
11
Negative Battery
Terminal
XOVER MODE
SUBSONIC
Re-connect the negative
battery terminal making sure it
is securely tightened.
FULL HP MONO STEREO
10 40Hz LP
XOVER MODE
LPF
SPEAKER OUTPUT
Bridged
BRIDGED
LEFT RIGHT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
multiple woofers
BRIDGED
LEFT RIGHT
BRIDGED
LEFT RIGHT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
SPEAKER OUTPUT