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- Page 1 MC 500 Five Hundred Watt Multiple-Channel Amplifier...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Thank you for purchasing a Soundstream amplifier. You now own the finest high power amplifier available, a precision component capable of audiophile-quality performance. CONTENTS Wiring diagram Design feature Installation Power connections Remote power-on connection LED power indicators Selecting operating mode... -
Page 3: Wiring Diagram
- 3 - Figure I 2Channel Opmztian Flgun 2 3.Channel OperatIm... -
Page 4: Design Feature
DESI6U FEATURES The Soundstream MC500 is the ultimate amplifier for high-power automotive applications. The MC500 is conservatively rated at 500 watts into 4 ohms. This power can be divided into four channels (4 x 125 watts.), three channels (2 x125 watts, 250 watts), or stereo (2 x 250 watts). -
Page 5: Installation
The MC500 features dual-monaural construction, with two fully independent soft regulated pulse-width modulated power supplies that provide stability for low- impedance reactive loads (down to 2 ohms/4 channel operation) and still allow greater than 2 dB IHF dynamic headroom. lated active current sources, so that even low-frequency performance is unaffected by supply-line noise and temperature fluctuations. -
Page 6: Power Connections
Your amplifier should be mounted firmly to your car's sheet metal with the four screws provided. Use your amplifier as a template for making pencil-marks where you intend to drill. holes.) It's a good idea to bench test your system before mounting the components. you have a 12-volt power source, you can connect and test all the commponents outside the car. -
Page 7: Remote Power-On Connection
The MC500 will draw up to 70 amperes if used to its fullest capability. Deter- mine the alternator rating of your car and the current consumption of the car's other accessories. a separate battery, especially For power wiring, use 8-gauge wire or larger. larger wire.) The (PLUS 12V>... -
Page 8: Selecting Operating Mode A
If your tuner/deck has neither a remote power-on control wire nor a usable power antenna control, it will be necessary either to connect the <REMOTE> terminal tu a +I2 volt source which is switched by the ignition key, or to con- nect the (REMOTE>... -
Page 9: Input Connections
For two-channel operation, set both switches to <MONO>. For three-channel operation, set one switch to <STEREO> For four-channel operation, set both switches to <STEREO>. INPUT CONNECTIONS Inputs to the amplifier attach by means of standard RCA-type jacks. The MC500 achieves a level of performance at which cable and connector quality is sig- nificant;... -
Page 10: Output Connections
In 3-channel mode, use only rthe "right jack for whichever of main CHANNEL A or CHANNEL B is operating in mono, and both jacks for the other main channel. OUTPUT CONNECTIONS Use high-quality loudspeaker cable for best results; use 14-gauge cable as a minimum size. -
Page 11: Optimizing For Speaker Impedance
reversed. This is because of differences in amplifier design, the nature of crossover filters, and other factors. correct polarity by ear. OPTIMIZING FOR SPEAKER INPEDANCE As delivered from the factory, your MC500 has been optimized for 4 ohm operation. It is' possible to optimize this amplifier to deliver maximum performance into 2-7 4-, or B-ohm loudspeakers. -
Page 12: Linear Subwoofer Extension
In 2-channel mode, only the "right" control <14> is operative for CHANNEL A, and only (251 for CHANNEL B. 3-channel mode, use only the "right" control for whichever of main CHANNEL A or CHANNEL B is operating in mono, and both controls for the other main channel. Depending on lhow you are using your MC500 (number of channels, biamplification. -
Page 13: Protection Circuits
If a fuse blows again, call your dealer or Soundstream for service. SERVICE Your Soundstream amplifier is protected by a limited warranty. Please read the warranty enclosed with the product. - 13 - If the amplifier does not come on again:... -
Page 14: Input Sensitivity
Should any problem occur, contact your dealer, or you may contact Souodstream directly. DO IWT send your amplifier to Soundstream without first obtaining a return authorization number. us to return your unit in the shortest possible time. SPECIFICATIONS Power Output...
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