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Please read entire manual before installation. Due to the technical nature of amplifiers, it is highly recommended that your DUAL amplifier is installed by a professional installer or an authorized dealer.
Before You Start
Mounting Location
NOTE
Be sure to follow specific instructions included with your amplifier installation kit (not included with this amplifier). The information below should be used a general guideline only.
Power Wire (+12V)
Ground Wire (GND)
Remote Turn-on Wire (REM)
Speaker Wires
Input Signal
Main Power Connections
Connect +12V, GND and REM wires accordingly. A suitable fuse MUST be installed on the +12V lead within 18" of the battery for protection of the vehicle's electrical system.
Fuse Rating
When replacing fuses, make sure new fuse is the correct type and amperage. Using an incorrect fuse could damage the amplifier.
XPA2100 25 amp ATO x 1
XPA4100 25 amp ATO x 2
XPA6100 20 amp ATO x 2
Power/Ground Wire Size
For optimum performance, use only the wire size listed below or larger. Make sure to use the same size power and ground wire.
XPA2100 10 gauge
XPA4100 8 gauge
XPA6100 8 gauge
Connect speaker wires observing polarity. The minimum impedance load for the XPA2100 and XPA4100 is 2 ohms stereo and 4 ohms bridged. The minimum impedance load for the XPA6100 is 2 ohms. Use of loads lower than these is not recommended and may cause amplifier damage. The XPA2100 and XPA4100 can be wired for stereo, bridged or stereo/bridged simultaneous operation.
XPA2100 speaker connections shown
Low Level Input (RCA)
Low level (RCA) input signal is preferred for best performance. Typical trunk-mount amplifier installations require a 17-20 foot RCA cable. Most trucks and under-seat applications require a 6-9 foot RCA cable. Using twisted pair construction RCA cables will minimize noise.
High Level Input (Speaker Wire)
High level inputs should only be used when RCA outputs are not available from the head unit. Connect the head unit speaker outputs to the high level input connector as shown below. The black wire (signal reference ground) may or may not require a connection to chassis ground - depending on your particular installation.
Do not use both low and high level inputs at the same time - connect only one or the other.
Input level Control | The input level control (gain) is used to obtain the best possible match between the head unit audio output and the amplifier input. Begin by turning the input level control fully counterclockwise. Next, turn up the head unit volume control around 3/4 of the way up. Adjust the input level control clockwise until audible distortion is heard, then slightly counterclockwise to provide the best match. Repeat for all input level controls. |
Input Mode Switch (XPA4100) | Select 2 CH mode if the head unit only has 1 pair of RCA outputs. Plug the RCA's from the head unit into channels 1/2 or 3/4. All 4 amplifier inputs will receive a signal. Select 4 CH mode if the head unit has 2 pairs of RCA outputs. Plug the RCA's from the head unit into channels 1/2 and 3/4. |
Crossover Mode (XPA2100 & XPA4100) | The crossover is used to filter out frequencies above or below a certain point. Choose LPF when using the amplifier with subwoofers, HPF when using with midrange/tweeter combinations and FULL when using with coaxial-type speakers. NOTE Choose FULL when using the amplifier in stereo/ bridged simultaneous mode. In this mode, passive crossovers are required. Failure to use the correct passive components may damage the amplifier and/or speakers. Consult a qualified professional for recommendations. |
Crossover Frequency Control | This control allows precise adjustment of the crossover frequency. |
Bass Boost | This control provides additional boost @ 45Hz when used with subwoofers. Adjust this control with caution - as improper use can damage speakers! |
LED Indicator | The LED indicator illuminates green during normal operation (POWER) and red when the amplifier detects a fault (PROTECT). |
XPA2100
CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications
(reference: 14.4VDC, 20Hz~20kHz)
Power Output: 50 Watts RMS x 2 channels at 4 ohms and < 1% THD+N
Signal to noise ratio: 75dBA (reference: 1 watt into 4 ohms)
Additional power output:
75 Watts RMS x 2 channels at 2 ohms and < 1% THD+N
150 Watts RMS x 1 channel at 4 ohms (bridged) and < 1% THD+N
Dynamic power: 300 Watts at 4 ohms
Frequency response: 20Hz~20kHz (-3dB)
Maximum input signal: 6V
Minimum input signal: 200mV
Speaker output impedance: 2~8 ohms (stereo), 4~8 ohms (bridged)
Bass boost: 0~12dB @ 45Hz
Crossover range: 50~500Hz, 12dB/octave
Power supply: 11-16 VDC, negative ground
Fuse: 25 amp ATO
Amplifier dimensions: 8.9" x 2.13" x 9.17" (WxHxD) (226 x 54 x 233 mm)
Typical installation dimensions: 11.5" x 3.25" x 9.17" (WxHxD) (292 x 83 x 233 mm)
XPA4100
CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications
(reference: 14.4VDC, 20Hz~20kHz)
Power Output: 50 Watts RMS x 4 channels at 4 ohms and < 1% THD+N
Signal to noise ratio: 72dBA (reference: 1 watt into 4 ohms)
Additional power output:
75 Watts RMS x 4 channels at 2 ohms and < 1% THD+N
150 Watts RMS x 2 channels at 4 ohms (bridged) and < 1% THD+N
Dynamic power: 600 Watts at 4 ohms
Frequency response: 20Hz~20kHz (-3dB)
Maximum input signal: 6V
Minimum input signal: 200mV
Speaker output impedance: 2~8 ohms (stereo), 4~8 ohms (bridged)
Bass boost: 0~12dB @ 45Hz
Crossover range: 50~500Hz, 12dB/octave
Power supply: 11-16 VDC, negative ground
Fuse: 25 amp ATO x 2
Amplifier dimensions: 13.69" x 2.13" x 9.17" (WxHxD) (348 x 54 x 233 mm)
Typical installation dimensions: 16" x 3.25" x 9.17" (WxHxD) (406 x 83 x 233 mm)
XPA6100
CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications
(reference: 14.4VDC, 20Hz~200Hz)
Power Output: 200 Watts RMS x 1 channel at 4 ohms and < 1% THD+N
Signal to noise ratio: 72dBA (reference: 1 watt into 4 ohms)
Additional power output: 300 Watts RMS x 1 channel at 2 ohms and < 1% THD+N
Dynamic power: 600 Watts at 2 ohms
Frequency response: 20Hz~200Hz (-3dB)
Maximum input signal: 6V
Minimum input signal: 200mV
Speaker output impedance: 2~8 ohms
Bass boost: 0~12dB @ 45Hz
Crossover range: 40~200Hz, 12dB/octave
Power supply: 11-16 VDC, negative ground
Fuse: 20 amp ATO x 2
Amplifier dimensions: 13.69" x 2.13" x 9.17" (WxHxD) (348 x 54 x 233 mm)
Typical installation dimensions: 16" x 3.25" x 9.17" (WxHxD) (406 x 83 x 233 mm)
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
Problem | Cause | Action | |
Unit will not turn on (no power LED indicator) | +12V wire not connected or incorrect voltage REM wire not connected or incorrect voltage | Check connections for proper voltage (11~16VDC) | |
GND wire not connected | Check connection to ground | ||
Fuse(s) blown | Replace fuse(s) | ||
Unit has power - LED is green (but no sound) | Speaker wires not connected | Check connections at speakers | |
Volume turned all the way down | Increase volume level at head unit | ||
One or more speaker wires touching each other or touching chassis ground | Insulate all bare speaker wires from each other and chassis ground | ||
Speaker(s) defective or damaged | Check/replace speaker(s) | ||
Input signal not connected | Check high or low level inputs for proper connection | ||
Unit blows fuse(s) | Incorrect fuse rating | Use fuse(s) with correct rating | |
+12V wire touching chassis ground | Check for pinched wire | ||
Speaker(s) defective or damaged | Check/replace speaker(s) | ||
Engine noise | Bad ground connection | Make sure amplifier is grounded to clean bare metal | |
Signal ground loop or RFI (radio frequency interference) | Re-route RCA cables from existing high current wiring | ||
LED illuminates red (protect mode) | One or more speaker wires touching each other or touching chassis ground | Insulate all bare speaker wires from each other and chassis ground | |
Speaker(s) defective or damaged internally (shorted) | Check/replace speaker(s) | ||
XPA2100 XPA4100 | Speaker load less than 2 ohms (stereo) Speaker load less than 4 ohms (bridged) | Adjust speaker load - amplifier will not operate at less than 4 ohms when bridged | |
XPA6100 | Speaker load less than 2 ohms | Adjust speaker load - amplifier will not operate at less than 2 ohms | |
Distorted audio output | Incorrect input signal type or input level too high | Check connections and reduce/adjust input level | |
Low audio output | Incorrect input signal type or input level too low | Check connections and increase/adjust input level | |
Weak bass | Speaker(s) are wired out of phase | Check (+) and (-) speaker connections (Observe correct polarity) |
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