Impact Acoustics XT 3.5KW Owner's Manual

Impact Acoustics XT 3.5KW Owner's Manual

X-treme power class d amplifier

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X TREME POWER
CLASS D AMPLIFIER
AMPLIFIER
Owners Manual
XT 3.5KW, XT 5.0KW, XT 9.0KW

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  • Page 1 X TREME POWER CLASS D AMPLIFIER AMPLIFIER Owners Manual XT 3.5KW, XT 5.0KW, XT 9.0KW...
  • Page 2: Technical Features

    AMPLIFIERS Thank you and Congratulations Our amplifiers are the result of extensive engineering, testing, and bullet proof construction. They feature the latest in D Class microprocessor technology. Their versatility enables compatibility with optional signal and audio processors. These high quality MOSFET amplifiers may be configured to allow maximum flexibility in designing different types of speaker systems.
  • Page 3: Preparing For Installation

    Bass EQ Control Available Daisy Chain ( Set-to-Set Bridgeable at 2 ohm) INSTALLATION EXPERIENCE Installation of X-Treme mobile amplifiers requires detailed knowledge of electronics wiring and proper speaker impedance. We strongly recommend installation by an authorized X-Treme dealer. This Owners Manual only provides general installation and operation instructions. If you have any reservations about your installation skills, please contact your local dealer for assistance.
  • Page 4: Control Panel Layout

    CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT Fig.1 Panel Layout (XT 3.5KW, XT 5.0KW) Fig.1 Panel Layout (XT 9.0KW)
  • Page 5 1. IN/OUT (RCA) Jack For strapping two of the same model X-Treme D Class amps together. Connect the input of the MASTER to a suitable source via a shielded RCA interconnect cable and connect the MASTER OUTPUT RCA jack to the corresponding RCA jack on the SLAVE amplifier. Then select the MASTER/SLAVE switch properly.
  • Page 6: Wiring And Connections

    source unit with a minimum output of 200mV is required for proper operation. However, this input will accept levels up to 6Vrms. 12. LINE OUT (RCA) Jacks RCA style output jacks allow for a signal to be sent to other amplifiers in a daisy-chain configuration. Only one Remote Bass Control can be used when multiple bass amplifiers are connected.
  • Page 7: Power Input Connections

    Power Input Connections Fig.2 Panel Input Connection (XT 3.5KW, XT 5.0KW) Fig.2 Panel Input Connection (XT 9.0KW) This amplifier is designed to work within a 10 to 16.8 Volt DC range. Before any wires are connected, the vehicles electrical system should be checked for correct voltage supply with the help of a voltmeter.
  • Page 8 is checked, make certain the correct cable gauge is used. We recommend using as large a gauge cable as possible. Power This amplifier should be wired directly to the vehicle battery using the appropriate size cable. Start at the vehicle battery and run the power cable through to the amplifier. Avoid running the power cable over engine components and near heater cores.
  • Page 9: Rca Interconnects

    REMOTE on the amplifier using a Philips (cross) type screwdriver. Insert the stripped (bare) portion of the wire into the terminal and tighten the screw securely. RCA Interconnects Fig.3 Low Level Input using RCA (XT 3.5KW, XT 5.0KW)
  • Page 10: Speaker Output Connections

    Fig.3 Low Level Input using RCA (XT 9.0KW) Choose the correct length and style of RCA interconnects for your needs. Always use high quality RCA audio cables (not supplied) for signal connections—those with multiple layers of shielding or a twisted pair variety for better noise rejection. Be extra careful when routing your RCA audio interconnect cables.
  • Page 11 Fig.5 A Single Voice Coil Subwoofer (1~4 ohm)(XT 3.5KW, XT 5.0KW) Fig.5 A Single Voice Coil Subwoofer (1~4 ohm)(XT 9.0KW) Fig.6 A Single Voice Coil Subwoofer (1~4 ohm)(XT 3.5KW, XT 5.0KW)
  • Page 12 Fig.6 A Single Voice Coil Subwoofer (1~4 ohm)(XT 9.0KW) Speaker Load Keep in mind your X-Treme D Class amp is a high power amplifier and not a high current amplifier. In other words it requires a minimum impedance of 1 ohm. Both speaker outputs are internally paralleled, thus a minimum speaker impedance of 2 ohms is required when using more then one of the speaker outputs.
  • Page 13 TREBLE to zero. Adjust the GAIN control clockwise until the sound just begins to distort, then back off slightly to cut distortion and operate at optimum gain. Remember, the gain control is not a volume control. Ignoring these three steps above may leave you with damaged speaker and/or a damaged amplifier.
  • Page 14 20 Hz are considered inaudible to the human ear. HOW TO SET UP 1. A SINGLE VOICE COIL SUBWOOFER SPEAKER (XT 3.5KW, XT 5.0KW) Don’t connect two 1 Ohm speaker simultaneously 1. A SINGLE VOICE COIL SUBWOOFER SPEAKER (XT 9.0KW)
  • Page 15 2. TWO SINGLE VOICE COIL SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS (XT 3.5KW, XT 5.0KW) (Note: Don’t connect speaker impedance under 2 ohms) 2. TWO SINGLE VOICE COIL SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS (XT 9.0KW) (Note: Don’t connect speaker impedance under 2 ohms) 3. MONO BLOCK INSTALLATION FOR DAISY CHAIN (XT 3.5KW, XT 5.0KW)
  • Page 16 Don’t connect speaker 3. MONO BLOCK INSTALLATION FOR DAISY CHAIN (XT 9.0KW) simultaneously NOTE: SPEAKER CONNECTION FOR DAISY CHAIN The mono woofer must be connected between the speaker (+) terminals of the two amplifiers and use speaker wiring. Install a wire link between the speaker (–) terminals of the two amplifiers. If this is not done, the system will not function properly, and damage to the amplifiers may result.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting Tips

    TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Problem Solution Power LED not ON With a Volt Ohm Meter (VOM) check: * +12 Volt power terminal (should read +11 to +15VDC * Remote turn-on terminal (should read +7 to +16VDC) * Ground Terminal Power LED lights BLUE, no output * Check RCA connections * Test speaker outputs with Well known good speaker * Substitute Well known good Source Unit...
  • Page 18 SPECIFICATIONS FOR XTREME MODELS (Due to Constant Improvement, Specifications and Parameters are subject to change without notice) X-Treme D Class Models XT 3.5KW XT 5.0KW XT 9.0KW Power Output @ 14.4 VDC Input 1.300W x 1 or 1.900W x 1 or 4 Ohms RMS at THD 0.5%...

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