Morel highly recommends having your new MPD amplifier professionally...
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Additionally, high volume levels can obscure noises from outside your vehicle such as emergency vehicles and horns. As a valued Morel customer, we urge you to use common sense and practice restraint in the operation of this product.
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Mounting Mounting the amplifier Choose a location for the amplifier with ample ventilation for optimum cooling performance. Be sure the amplifier is mounted with at least 2-inches (50mm) of clearance around the chassis. Never fully enclose the amplifier in a confined space without active ventilation. Also avoid mounting in areas of direct sunlight and in areas of high vibration, such as a subwoofer enclosure.
Planning and Installation For best results, determine the best configuration of your new amplifier and plan the wiring routes to ease installation and optimize performance. • IMPORTANT! Disconnect the vehicle’s primary ground terminal from the battery post prior to commencing the installation. •...
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Features MPD 4.70 - Front panel MPD 4.100 - Front panel MPD 1.500 - Front panel RCA Inputs Accepts both low-level signal from an audio source via RCA style connectors. High/Low Level Input Voltage Selector (MPD4.100 and MPD1.500 only) Select signal input voltage based on the type of input used. When using an aftermarket radio, DSP or line level converter, select PRE IN for levels up to 3.5V.
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If the gain is not set properly, the amplifier may clip and damage your speakers and the amplifier itself. It is highly recommended to use an authorized Morel retailer to properly install and adjust. Independent gain controls are available for Group A and Group B channels.
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Features filter that can be adjusted using the Filter Frequency. This is selected independently for Group B channels only. Crossover Frequency Controller Use this feature to adjust the frequency of the crossover filter between 50 and 300Hz. This is controlled independently for Group B channels only. Protection Status Indicator LED will illuminate red when the amplifier is in faults into protect mode related to over current, short circuit, thermal protection or internal error within the amplifier.
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Negative Chassis Ground Connector Connect to a equal or larger OFC (oxygen-free copper) cable for ground as used the power wire. The length of the ground wire should not exceed 36 inches (90cm) from the amplifier. To ensure a solid connection, remove surface paint at the ground point prior to securing the connector in place.
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MPD4.70/MPD4.100 - Wiring diagram 4-CHANNEL STEREO MODE Source Unit 2 - 8 Ohm 2 - 8 Ohm Control wire output Connected to the metal frame of the vehicle FUSE 2 - 8 Ohm 2 - 8 Ohm Car battery 12 VCD...
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MPD4.70/MPD4.100 - Wiring diagram 2-CHANNEL BRIDGED MODE Source Unit 4 - 8 Ohm Control wire output Connected to the metal frame of the vehicle FUSE 4 - 8 Ohm Car battery 12 VCD...
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MPD4.70/MPD4.100 - Wiring diagram 3-CHANNEL STEREO + MONO MODE Source Unit 2 - 8 Ohm 2 - 8 Ohm Control wire output Connected to the metal frame of the vehicle FUSE Car battery 4 - 8 Ohm DC 12V...
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MPD1.500 - Wiring diagram SINGLE SUBWOOFER CONNECTION Control wire output Speaker lmpedance 2-8 ohm Connected to the metal frame of the vehicle...
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MPD1.500 - Wiring diagram DUAL SUBWOOFER CONNECTION Control wire output Speaker lmpedance 4-8 ohm(each) Connected to the metal frame of the vehicle...
Inline fuse must be used within 16”(400mm) of battery *All specifications are measured using 14.4VDC Morel is constantly developing new technology and processes to improve its products. Morel reserves the right to modify specifications or change product design without notice.
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