DLS CA30ENG How To Install And Operate

Three channel amplifier

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How to install and operate the DLS CA30,
three channel amplifier.
Art.no 10-30290
Welcome!
This owners manual is written in easy english and
uses a lot of drawings to simply the installation and
use of the above amplifiers.
Your DLS amplifiers must be installed correctly in
order to work well. This manual will show you how
to install the amplifier like a pro. Please read the
entire manual before beginning the installation.
Install the amplifier yourself if you feel confident with
our instructions and if you have the proper tools.
However if you feel unsure, turn over the installa-
tion job to someone better suited to it.
Warranty Service
This amplifier is covered by warranty, depending
on the conditions in the country where it is sold. If
the amplifier is returned for service, please include
the original dated receipt with the product.
Technical Assistance
For technical assistance ask the shop where the
product was sold or the distributor in your very coun-
try.
You can always phone the DLS Helpdesk in Sweden
+ 46 31 84 00 60 or send an e-mail to info@dls.se.
Information can also be found on our WEB-site
www.dls.se
Contents
Specifications................................
Features...................................
Installation................................
Trouble-shooting.......................... 2
Routing Wires............................
Power and Outputs.....................
Inputs and controls.....................
Input level control..........................
Crossovers..................................
Phase control.............................
Front system..................................
Subwoofers...............................
Testing...........................................
Professional tips..........................

Specifications

DLS CLASSIC
Number of channels
Power output in 4 ohm (0,1% THD)
Max output in 2 ohm (0,1% THD)
Power output sub channel, 4 ohm
Max output sub channel, 2 ohm
All above output power ratings at 13,8 Volt
Signal to noise ratio, A-weighted
Damping factor
Frequency response
Input impedance, low level
Input impedance, high level
Input sensitivity
Phase control sub channel
Filter highpass (ch A & B)
Filters ch C (mono sub channel):
Filter subsonic, 18 dB slope
Filter lowpass 12 db slope
* can be switched in/out
Power consumption, idle
Fuse
Dimensions (mm)
Dimensions (inch)
Weight
We follow a policy of continuous advancement in
development.
For this reason all or part of specifications & designs
may be changed without prior notice.
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CA 30
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2 x 50 W
2 x 80 W
1 x 170 W
1 x 280 W
>100 dB
>100
10 Hz - 30 kHz
>10 kohm
100 ohms
0,25 - 5V
0-180 degrees
continuous
50-150 Hz
25 Hz fixed*
50-120 Hz
1,0 A
2 x 30A
51,5x350x290
2,03x13,8x11,4
4,6 kg / 10 lb

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    51,5x350x290 You can always phone the DLS Helpdesk in Sweden Dimensions (inch) 2,03x13,8x11,4 + 46 31 84 00 60 or send an e-mail to info@dls.se. Weight 4,6 kg / 10 lb Information can also be found on our WEB-site www.dls.se We follow a policy of continuous advancement in development.
  • Page 2: Features

    If short circuiting continues, contact your local Installation DLS dealer. A fault may exist in the amplifier. 5. To start the amplifier requires a remote voltage of 9-15 volt. Check the voltage with a multi meter.
  • Page 3: Tools And Materials Needed

    CA30 Routing wires Tools and material needed Tools: Š Š Š Š Š Flat and Phillips screwdrivers Š Š Š Š Š Wire cutter Š Š Š Š Š Wire stripper Š Š Š Š Š Electric drill with drills Š...
  • Page 4: Wiring

    For High Level input: We recommend you to connect the remote wire as described above. The amplifier will produce soft DLS FH 1B on / soft off operation this way. You must set the fuse holder Hi level/Low level switch to Low level position in this case.
  • Page 5: Inputs And Controls

    CA30 Input and controls Input Level control Input Wiring The input level control, 5V – 0,25 V, Inputs may be low level from the RCA output of the Level matches the output of your radio to car stereo or high level from the car stereo speaker 0,7V the input of the amplifier.
  • Page 6: Speaker Wiring

    CA30 Speaker wiring CA 30 Two fullrange Speaker One (or two) speakers to 4 ohm + C CH - channel A & B subwoofers to channel C Filter settings channel A & B With the HPF-filter in OFF position the amplifier allows the speakers to play fullrange.
  • Page 7: Professional Tips

    1,5 Volt route original cable away from source of interference. If noise remains regardless of cable position, try to use so called Quasi-balanced signal cables. DLS PRO or ULTIMATE cables are quasibalanced. Professional Tip: Professional Tip: Installing in trunk Securing wires When installing the amplifier in the trunk, run the Use wire ties to bundle together when possible.
  • Page 8 DLS Svenska AB P.O. Box 13029 Artillerigatan 25 S-40251 Göteborg, Sweden Tel: +46 31 840060 Fax: +46 31 844021 E-mail: info@dls.se www.dls.se...

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