INSTALLATION Preparation Please read entire manual before installation. Due to the technical nature of amplifiers, it is highly recommended that your Axxera amplifier is installed by a professional installer or an authorized dealer. Before You Start • i t a ( .
INSTALLATION Connection Descriptions NOTE: Be sure to follow specific instructions included with your amplifier installation kit (not included with this amplifier). The information below should be used as a general guideline only. Power Wire (+12V) • D isconnect negative battery terminal before proceeding. Consult a qualified technician for instructions if you are unsure. • P lan wire routing before cutting any wires to length. Begin by routing the power +12V wire from the battery to the amplifier location. Use a grommet when running wires through the firewall or metal openings. Avoid running the power wire near...
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INSTALLATION Audio Inputs and Controls High Level Inputs Hi-Pass Filter RCA Line Inputs Crossover Mode Pass Through Low-Pass Filter Gain Bass Boost...
INSTALLATION Power and Speaker Connections Remote Turn On Speaker Connections Ground Connection Fuse(s) +12VDC Battery Connection...
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INSTALLATION Audio Inputs and Controls RCA Line Inputs Bass Boost Pass Through Low Pass Filter Gain Slave/Master Controls Phase Control Data Link Subsonic Filter Remote...
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INSTALLATION Power and Speaker Connections Remote Turn On Speaker Connections Ground Connection Fuse(s) +12VDC Battery Connection...
Using an the same size power and ground wire. incorrect fuse could damage the amplifier. AX260 4 Ga. AX260 20A x 1 AX440 4 Ga. AX440 30A x 1 AX460 4 Ga. AX460 20A x 2 AX490 4 Ga.
2 Speakers (stereo) Subwoofer (mono) Speaker Connections Connect speaker wires observing polarity. The minimum impedance load for the AX260, AX440, AX460 and AX490 is 2 ohms stereo and 4 ohms bridged. Use of loads lower than these is not recommended and may cause amplifier damage.
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INSTALLATION Connecting Two Amplifiers - Bridge Mode Master/Slave Mode The Dual mono amplifiers feature a Master/Slave mode, where two amplifiers can be connected together. When two mono amplifiers are connected together, the power from both amplifiers is combined.
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INSTALLATION Connecting Two Amplifiers - Bridge Mode Master/Slave Mode (cont.) *MASTER For master amplifier, set the switch to master. This will route the signal through Line-out to the slave amplifier. Set the phase to 0, all adjustments for gain and sound are done on this amplifier.
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INSTALLATION Configuration/Setup Input level Control The input level control (gain) is used to obtain the best possible match between the head unit audio output and the amplifier input. Begin by turning the input level control fully counterclockwise. Next, turn up the head unit volume control around 3/4 of the way up. Adjust the input level control clockwise until audible distortion is heard, then slightly counterclockwise to provide the best match. Repeat for all input level controls. Crossover Mode The crossover is used to filter out frequencies above or below a certain point. Choose LPF when using the amplifier with subwoofers, HPF when using with midrange/tweeter combinations and FLAT when using with coaxial-type speakers. Note: Choose FLAT when using the amplifier in stereo/bridged simultaneous mode. In this mode, passive crossovers are required. Failure to use the correct passive components may damage the amplifier and/or speakers. Consult a qualified professional for recommendations. Crossover This control allows precise adjustment of the Frequency Control crossover frequency.
INSTALLATION Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action +12V wire not connected or incorrect Check connections for proper Unit will not turn voltage. REM wire not connected or voltage (11~16VDC) incorrect voltage (no power LED GND wire not connected Check connection to ground indicator) Fuse(s) blown Replace fuse(s) Speaker wires not connected Check connections at speakers Volume turned all the way down Increase volume level at head unit One or more speaker wires touching Insulate all bare speaker wires from Unit has power - each other or touching chassis each other and chassis ground LED is green (but ground no sound)
4. For more information and for the location of the nearest authorized service center Who is covered? This warranty is extended please contact us by one of the following to the original retail purchaser for products methods: purchased from an authorized Dual dealer and used in the U.S.A. • Call us toll-free at 1-866-382-5476 • E-mail us at cs@dualav.com What is covered? This warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship in Exclusion of Certain Damages: This warranty this product. The following are not covered: is exclusive and in lieu of any and all other software, installation/removal costs, warranties, expressed or implied, including...
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