Installation Requirements - Eclipse EA4000 Owner's Manual

Installation Requirements
Before You Start:
Congratulations on your purchase of this Eclipse Power Amplifier.
The proper installation and system integration of this Power Amplifier will bring the optimum conditions for
high performance and a long trouble free life for your Mobile Audio System.
Please pay attention to the Installation hints listed in this section for the best results.
1. Amplifier Location:
Avoid Areas that may have excessive Moisture, and Heat such as the Engine
Compartment, or tire wells that are prone to flooding. Never mount Power Amplifiers under Carpet
creating a "Dead Air" condition, as overheating will result. Flat surfaces will prevent potential damage to
the Heat Sinks and Bottom Cover. Always check to make sure the Power Amplifier is not mounted on
top of the Antenna Cable
2. Power Connections:
B
+
Connections: The Power connectors will accept wire as large as 4 AWG.
For the best performance and lowest voltage drop the B+ wire should be as large as possible, and
connected directly to the positive terminal of the Car's Battery. It is recommended that a fuse, a fusible
link or a breaker be installed near the battery to protect the Car's electrical system in case a short
should occur between the battery and the Power Amplifier.
Ground Connections: The ground wire will carry the same current as the B+ wire so it should be at least
the same size. The ground wire does not have to run all of the way to the Negative Battery terminal,
because the Car Chassis in most cases is the same ground as the negative battery terminal. A good
ground screwed or bolted to the chassis where the paint has been carefully removed and conductive
grease applied will provide a lasting reliable connection. (In some cases the car's chassis may have
bad ground connections between the Battery and the Amplifier location.) If the positive wire is good
good between the Amps and the battery and a large volt drop occurs, it may be necessary to run a
good ground from the Amplifier(s) to the Negative Battery Terminal.
3. Wiring:
Cleanly dressed wiring will last longer and have less chances for noise coupling and possible
damage from materials transported in compartments. Always install wires in a clean organized fashion
away from moving components, or body parts that may cut, bind, or wear through the insulation. Be
careful to route wires away from sheet metal screws that may cause intermittent shorts once the car
begins to move. Try to keep signal cables away from the power harness and the electrical harness for
the Car Electronics. Use Rubber Grommets where wiring breaks through the sheet metal as in the
engine compartment firewall or rear trunk sheet metal partition.
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