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- Page 1 MOSFET POWER AMPLIFIERS Installation Instructions I Owner’s Manual CL300 CL400 CL600 CL800 CL1200 CL440 CL640 CL600M...
- 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 aquality installation.
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Page 3: Safety Precautions
SAFETY 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 amplif ier and battery. THIS IS A MUST, theamplifier’s built-infusewillonlyprotect... - Page 4 FEATURES ANO BENEFITS OC Off set 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...
- Page 5 Bass Boost For added low frequency performance the amplifiers are equipped with a variable O-18 dB bass boost @ 45Hz. Line Out One set of full range line outputs have been provided for convenient connection to additional amplifiers in thesystem. Subsonic Filter (CL1200 &...
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Page 6: 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 ore in the trunk or under the seat. -
Page 7: Power Connections
POWER CONNECTIONS IN-LINE POWER FUSE MOUNTED WITHIN 12” RADIO’S REMOTE FROM BATTERY RECOMMENDED TURN (NOT PROVIDED) IMPORTANT! Before making any connections, disconnect the car’s battery until the instollotion is completed to ovoid possible domoqe to the electrical system. Connect the amplifier to the car’s battery. - Page 8 SIGNAL coNNEc-rroNs Connect the RCA output of the head unit (AM/FM cassette player, CD, or OAT) 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 induced noise from the car’s electrical...
- Page 9 HIGH LEVEL CONNECTIONS (OPTIONAL) High Level inputs have been included to connect the amplifier to a radio without low-level outputs (i.e. factory radio). This connection will allow you to connect directly to the speaker output of the radio with out the need of an external adapter. Determine the type of radio you have and make one of the following connections.
- Page 10 FRONT REAR GRAY (CH3 +) LEFT + WHITE (CHZ +) RIGHT + BROWN (CH3 - ) LEFT - GREEN (CHZ -) RIGHT - BLACK (GROUND) - BLACK (GROUND) GREEN (CH4 -) BROWN (CHI - ) WHITE (CH4 +) GRAY (CH 1 +) FOUR CHANNEL CONNECTIONS: FLOATING...
- Page 11 SPEAKER coNtwcnoNs 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 connected to the positive (+) of the speaker, and the same for negative (-).
- Page 12 SPEAKER co~~Ec~roNs (BRIDGED) The Clarus amplifiers are capable of being bridged in a mono configuration. This f eature alliws 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 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 the”...
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Page 14: Sub Sonic Filter
ADJUSTING SUB SONIC FILTER THE X-OVER, BASS AND (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 Clarus amplifiers are equipped with a built-in variable crossover network allowing you to select the crossover type (i.e. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting The System
TROUBLE 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 16: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS CL300 CL400 CL600 Output Power 0 4 Ohm 2 x 150w 2 x 2oow 2 x 3oow RMS Power 0 4 Ohm x 1oow 2x75W 2 x 150w x 1lOW RMS Power 0 2 Ohm 2 x 150w 2 x 225w... - Page 17 SPECIFICATIONS CL640 CL440 1oow 4 x 150w Output Power 0 4 Ohm 4X75W 4X5OW RMS Power 0 4 Ohm 1lOW 4X75W RMS Power 8 2 Ohm 2 x 225w 2 x 150w Bridged RMS 0 4 Ohm <0.05% <0.05% THD 0 RMS Power 20Hz * 3OKhz 20Hz y 30Khz Frequency Response...
- Page 18 This warranty does not cover any Profile product damaged by accident, misuse, abuse, improper line voltage, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of God. This warranty is void if any parts and/or service is/are furnished by anyone other than Profile.
- Page 19 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. 17625 FABRICA CERRITOS,...
- Page 20 PROFILE CONSUMER ELECTRONICS, INC. 17625 FABRICA WAY CERRITOS, CA 90703 TEL: (714) 690-4949 FAX: (714) 690-4957 WORLD WIDE WEB: WWW.PROFILEUSA.COM...
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