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PBX High Effi ciency Class D Full Range Amplifi er
Owners Manual
Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new amplifi er. Should your PowerBass
PBX mobile amplifi er ever require service, you will need to have the original dated receipt.
PBX-500.4
PBX-1200.5
PBX-600.6

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  • Page 1 PBX High Effi ciency Class D Full Range Amplifi er Owners Manual Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new amplifi er. Should your PowerBass PBX mobile amplifi er ever require service, you will need to have the original dated receipt.
  • Page 3 In the interest of safety, PowerBass USA highly recommends listening at lower volume levels when driving.

  • Page 4: Technical Features

    This amplifier represents the very latest in Class D technology. The PBX Series uses IR® (International Recti- fier) platform. IR®, a leader in PWM circuit design, has worked in conjunction with PowerBass engineers to produce more stable power output, minimal RF interference and improved sound quality.
  • Page 5 NOTE: Due to space limitations, the PBX-Series Amplifiers do NOT use chassis mounted protec- tive fuses. Therefore you must add a fuse and fuse holder (not included) Please refer to the reco- mendations: [PBX-500.4 - 80A] [PBX-1200.5 - 120A] [PBX-600.6 - 80A] *** WARNING *** •...
  • Page 6 CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT PBX-600.6 Fig.1 PBX-600.6 Panel Layout NOTE: Panel Layout and Controls may differ by model. 1. Line INPUT (RCA) Jacks These RCA style input jacks are for use with source units that have RCA line level outputs. A source unit with a minimum output of 250mV is required for proper operation.
  • Page 7 14. REM (Remote Input Connection) All PowerBass PBX Series amplifiers can be turned on by applying 12 volts to this terminal. This can be found on the rear of the source unit in the form of a remote output. If this is not available you can wire to the ACC position on the key.
  • Page 8 CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT PBX-1200.5 Fig.2 PBX-1200.5 Panel Layout NOTE: Panel Layout and Controls may differ by model. 1. Line INPUT (RCA) Jacks These RCA style input jacks are for use with source units that have RCA line level outputs. A source unit with a minimum output of 250mV is required for proper operation.
  • Page 9 14. REM (Remote Input Connection) All PowerBass PBX Series amplifiers can be turned on by applying 12 volts to this terminal. This can be found on the rear of the source unit in the form of a remote output. If this is not available you can wire to the ACC position on the key.
  • Page 10 CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT PBX-500.4 Fig.3 PBX-500.4 Panel Layout NOTE: Panel Layout and Controls may differ by model. 1. Line INPUT (RCA) Jacks These RCA style input jacks are for use with source units that have RCA line level outputs. A source unit with a minimum output of 250mV is required for proper operation.
  • Page 11 14. REM (Remote Input Connection) All PowerBass PBX Series amplifiers can be turned on by applying 12 volts to this terminal. This can be found on the rear of the source unit in the form of a remote output. If this is not available you can wire to the ACC position on the key.
  • Page 12 NOTE: Due to space limitations, the PBX-Series Amplifiers do NOT use chassis mounted protec- tive fuses. Therefore you must add a fuse and fuse holder (not included) Please refer to the reco- mendations: [PBX-500.4 - 80A] [PBX1200.5 - 120A] [PBX-600.6 - 80A] AUTO TURN-ON -SELECTOR SWITCH When put in the REM position the AUTO ON is disabled , and you will need to run a remote turn on wire and attach it to the terminal marked REM located between the amplifiers BATT+ and GND power terminals.
  • Page 13 (radio). A high level signal can be run from the source units speaker lead outputs to the low level RCA amplifier inputs via the PowerBass HL-AD2 wiring harness (available separately as shown below. Fig.4 Optional High Level Input...

  • Page 14: Set-Up Adjustments

    80Hz. Make sure the X-OVER switch is positioned at “HPF”. See the charts on pages 24-27 to set the High Pass Filter to the precise frequency for your particular amplifier. *When x10 is selected this multiplies the frequency by 10 for use with Bandpass tuning on the PBX-500.4 and PBX-600.6 models only.
  • Page 15 See the charts on pages 24-27 to set the Low Pass Filter to the precise frequency for your particular amplifier. *When x10 is selected this multiplies the frequency by 10 for use with Bandpass tuning on the PBX-500.4 and PBX-600.6 models only.
  • Page 16 SPECIAL CONTROLS FOR THE PBX-1200.5 BASS BOOST EQ Variable Control This special feature is designed to provide you more powerful sound quality, and it allows you to adjust the Bass EQ up to 18dB at 45Hz. Keep in mind more is not always better. Setting the control to the max (18dB) may stress the amplifier and woofer and could result in damage.
  • Page 17 Speaker Load Keep in mind your PowerBass PBX Amplifier is a high power amplifier and not a high current amplifier. In other words these amplifiers require a minimum impedance of 2 ohms STEREO or 4 ohms bridged MONO to operate trouble free.
  • Page 18 Speaker Output Connections 4 Channel Model ( PBX-500.4 4-Channel Stereo Fig.9 4-CH Speaker Connection 2 ohms minimum 3-Channel Stereo/Mono Fig.10 3-CH Speaker Connection 2-Channel (Bridged Mode) Fig.11 2-CH Speaker Connection 4 ohms minimum...
  • Page 19 Speaker Output Connections 5 Channel Model ( PBX-1200.5 5-Channel Stereo/Mono Fig.12 5-CH Speaker Connection 2 ohms minimum 3-Channel Stereo/Mono Fig.13 3-CH Speaker Connection...
  • Page 20 Speaker Output Connections 6 Channel Model ( PBX-600.6 6-Channel Stereo Fig.14 6-CH Speaker Connection 2 ohms minimum 3-Channel Bridged Fig.15 6-CH Speaker Connection 4 ohms minimum...
  • Page 21 6-Channel Stereo Mixed Fig.14 6-CH Speaker Connection 2 ohms minimum 5-Channel Stereo/Mono Fig.15 6-CH Speaker Connection 4 ohms minimum...
  • Page 22 41 CLICK PRECISION ROTARY CONTROLS These controls allow precise setting of the electronic crossover settings on the amplifier, thus taking the guesswork out of tuning your speakers. Using a small slotted screwdriver make sure the controls are turned all the way to the left (counter clockwise). Refer to the chart and count the clicks (advancing one detent at a time clockwise) until you have reached the desired frequency.
  • Page 23 PBX-1200.5...
  • Page 24 PBX-600.6 & 500.4...

  • Page 25: Recommended Wire Sizes

    Miscellaneous: ______________________________________________________ This manual is the exclusive property of PowerBass USA, Inc. Any reproduction of this manual, or use other than its intentions is strictly prohibited without the express consent of PowerBass USA, Inc. © Copyright 2024 PowerBass USA, Inc.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting Tips

    NOTE: If the Status L.E.D. is activated and glows RED with no speakers connected to the amplifier, and all the power connections are correct, this would indicate an internal problem with the amplifier. Contact PowerBass USA or your local dealer.
  • Page 27 SPECIFICATIONS FOR XTREME MINI AMPLIFIER PBX 600.6 PBX 1200.5 Two Channel Model 4 Ohms Power (Watts) 100 x 6 100 x 4 + 400 x 1 ch5 2 Ohms Power (Watts) 150 x 6 150 x 4 + 800 x 1 ch5 4 Ohms Mono Power (Watts) 300 x 3 800 x 1...
  • Page 28 Please call (909) 923-3868 for PowerBass Customer Service. You must obtain an RA# (Return Authorization Num- ber) to return any product to PowerBass. The RA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the shipping carton or the delivery will be refused. Please pack your return carefully; we are not responsible for items damaged in shipping.
  • Page 32 PowerBass Xtreme – A division of PowerBass USA, Inc. 2133 S. Green Privado – Ontario, CA 91761 Tel. (909) 923-3868 – Fax (909) 923-8048 www.powerbassusa.com...

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