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Summary of Contents for Profile California AP400
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Page 1: Mosfet Power Amplifiers
MOSFET POWER AMPLIFIERS Installation Instructions / Owner's Manual AP400 AP600 AP1000 AP1200 AP2000 AP740 AP1040 AP700M AP1000M... - Page 2 It is recommended that you have our product installed by an authorized Profile retailer. However, if you decide to install it yourself, please carefully read through this manual and take your time to do a quality installation.
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Page 3: Safety Precautions
AFETY PRECAUTIONS AFETY PRECAUTIONS Fuse amplifier's power wire at the battery. Be sure to fuse the power wire within 12" of the car's battery. This will protect the car's battery in case of a short circuit between the power amplifier and battery. THIS IS A MUST. The amplifier's built-in fuse will only protect the power amplifier and not the car's battery! The fuse value is based on the amplifiers rated power and how many amplifiers will be run off the same power wire. -
Page 4: Features And Benefits
EATURES AND BENEFITS Built-in Crossover The California amplifiers include a built-in variable **high and low pass crossovers. The crossover features a variable frequency selection of (80 Hz ~ 1.2k Hz) for precise high pass filter and (50 Hz ~ 250 Hz) for low pass filter. ** AP2000, AP700M, and AP1000M models only have a 50 Hz ~ 250 Hz low pass filter. - Page 5 RCA Line Output This pre-amp signal output can be used to connect signal input to an additional amplifier or crossover at an ease without using splitters Tri-Mode Capable (Excluding AP700M & AP1000M models) If so desired the amplifier may be run in stereo and mono at the same time. For example, this feature would allow you to run a pair of mids and tweeters in stereo and a subwoofer in mono.
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Page 6: Dc Offset Protection
DC Offset Protection This circuit protects the output of the amplifier against DC voltage. If for some reason DC voltage is detected at the output stage, the amplifier will shut down protecting the speakers from direct current. Short Circuit Protection The circuit protects the amplifier from damage due to a short found in the speakers or wiring. -
Page 7: Power Connections
OWER CONNECTIONS Fuse IN-LINE POWER FUSE MOUNTED WITHIN 12" RADIO'S REMOTE FROM BATTERY RECOMMENDED TURN-ON OUTPUT (NOT PROVIDED) CAR BATTERY +12V IMPORTANT! Before making any connections, disconnect the car's battery until the installation is completed to avoid possible damage to the electrical system. Connect the B+ terminal of the amplifier to the car's battery. -
Page 8: Mounting Location
OUNTING LOCATION Before you start the installation, it will be necessary to find a mounting location for the amplifier. Find a location in which the amplifier will receive adequate ventilation in order to dissipate the heat it develops during operation. Two popular mounting locations are in the trunk or under the seat. -
Page 9: Signal Connections
IGNAL CONNECTIONS Connect the RCA output of the head unit (AM/FM cassette player, CD, or DAT) to the RCA input terminals of the amplifier. To make these connections, we recommend high quality RCA cables, which are available at your local car audio retailer. Run signal wires away from electrical wires to avoid possibility of induced noise from the car's electrical system (i.e. - Page 10 IGNAL CONNECTIONS (WITH FACTORY RADIO) High to low level converter has been provided to connect the amplifier to a factory radio without low level RCA output. This external adapter will passively convert high (speaker) level signal to low (RCA) level. Connect the RCA side of the converter to the RCA input of the amplifier and connect the other end to the speaker output leads of your factory radio.
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Page 11: Speaker Connections
PEAKER CONNECTIONS Make the speaker connections using speaker wire that is at least 14 gauge or heavier. As with any audio component, proper phasing of the amplifier and speakers is essential for strong bass response. When connecting, make sure that positive (+) from the amplifier is connected to the positive (+) of the speaker, and the same for negative (-). - Page 12 PEAKER CONNECTIONS (BRIDGED) Two and four channel amplifiers are capable of being bridged ** into a mono configuration. This feature allows you the flexibility of using the amplifier to drive a subwoofer or a center channel. In this configuration the amplifier sums the right and left channel to deliver one channel (mono) output.
- Page 13 4 Ohm connections. If you wish to use multiple speakers to achieve a lower impedance and higher power, it is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice from your Profile retailer before attempting to make these connections. Please Note: In the Tri-mode configuration, the amplifier's built-in crossover must be set to "FULL"(OFF) position.
- Page 14 ETTING THE CROSSOVER AND BASS/TREBLE BOOST (Please note: If you intend to use the amplifier in the Tri-mode configuration, it is necessary to set the crossover control to the "Full" setting in order to receive full range output) The California amplifiers are equipped with a built-in variable crossover network allowing you to select the crossover type, "...
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Page 15: Setting The Gain
SING THE BASS REMOTE, SUBSONIC FILTER, AND PHASE Mounting and using the bass level remote control. Models AP1200, AP2000, AP700M,and AP1000M are equipped with a POWER wired bass level remote control. Using the 16.4' wire provided, the remote control should be mounted under dash in front of the car where it can be accessed easily. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting The System
ROUBLE SHOOTING THE SYSTEM We have put together this trouble-shooting guide if you experience problems after installing the amplifier. Please keep in mind that the majority of problems incurred are caused by improper installation and not the equipment itself. In addition, there are many components in the system that could cause various signal problems such as inducted electrical noise and engine noise. - Page 17 PECIFICATIONS AP400 AP600 AP1000 Max Power Output @ 4 Ohm 2 x 130W 2 x 200W 2 x 320W RMS Power Output @ 4 Ohm 2 x 65W 2 x 100W 2 x 160W Max Power Output @ 2 Ohm...
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Page 18: Specifications
PECIFICATIONS AP740 AP1040 Max Power Output @ 4 Ohm 4 x 120W 4 x 160W RMS Power Output @ 4 Ohm 4 x 60W 4 x 80W Max Power Output @ 2 Ohm 4 x 175W 4 x 250W RMS Power Output @ 2 Ohm 4 x 90W 4 x 125W Bridged RMS Output @ 4 Ohm... -
Page 19: Limited Warranty
One (1) Year from the date of sale to the original consumer purchaser. If this product is proven to be defective within this one year period, Profile will repair it when said product is returned, with a copy of the dated sales receipt, freight prepaid to Profile. -
Page 20: Warranty Repair Policy
5) Include the return street address and daytime telephone number. 6) Allow 2~3 weeks for repair (this period includes shipping time). Send unit to : PROFILE CONSUMER ELECTRONICS, INC. 15060 SHOEMAKER AVE. SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670 TEL: (562) 404-9393...
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