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ArtSeriesAmplifiers
Owner'sManual
A100.2 /A200.2 /A300.2
A600.2 /A1200.2
A204.2 /A404.2
7402 W. Detroit Street Suite 180
Chandler,AZ 85226
1-800-62-POWER
DesignedandHandcraftedintheUSA
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MobileAudio Electronics CONGRATULATIONSANDTHANKYOUforyourchoiceofa PrecisionPower, Inc. high performance mobile audio amplifier. PrecisionPower is proud to be a world leader specializing in the design, engineering, and manufacture of "State of the Art" mobile audio electronics. Our success is derived from the fact that we do not incorporate gadgets or passing fads into our products. Sound engineering practice, combined with deceptively simple yet highly effective circuit designs, characterize ev
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ImportantSafeguards TableofContents The following list of 'Important Safeguards has been compiled to help you achieve optimum satisfaction and the highest quality performance from your new mobile audio amplifier. Please take the time to review these safeguards before operation and or installation of your new Art Series amplifier. GlossaryofTerms 4 ReadInstructions We all have a tendency to read instructions only after something doesn't work as anticipated. This manual Features 5 provides specifi
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Features Glossary A100.2/A200.2/A300.2 The following terms are used in this manual. Since they may be unfamiliar, the A600.2/A1200.2/A404.2/A204.2 following definitions are provided. AMII AdaptiveMOSFETIIisanadvancedprotectioncircuit Pulse-WidthModulated(PWM)SwitchingPowerSupplyforHigh-Efficiency - designedtopreventamplifiershut-offduetolowloadimped ance.AMIIIoptimizesoutputpowertomaintainuninterrupted RegulatedPowerSupplyProvidesFullRatedPowerfrom11-15VDC operationwhenevertheamplifiersensesaloa
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About your New Art Series Amplifier Technical Specifications As a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance mobile amplifiers, PrecisionPower, Inc.'s commitment to being: “Absolutely Start of the Art” demands that ArtSeriesModel: A100.2 A200.2 A300.2 A600.2 A1200.2 ContinuousPower Outputper Channel: we create products that offer high reliability and superior sound quality. To do this, we must recognize and find solutions to the unique problems, which affect the performance 2
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Engineers have recognized the importance of radiant surface area, but the constraints of the heat from the components to the heatsink. The heatsink, in turn, must dissipate this the automotive environment have forced heatsink designs to remain compact. In order to heat or become too hot for the internal components to operate properly. The heat can be improve radiating efficiency, designers have simply added more fins. With limited space, transferred from the heatsink by three different processes
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The advanced protection circuit The ArtSeries amplifiers are capable of operation into a two Ohm load in a stereo Watts was developed to prevent shut- configuration and a four Ohm load in a bridge mono configuration. However, for 100 off due to the fluctuating imped- optimum performance a four Ohm load in stereo and an eight Ohm load in mono are ance loads presented by today's recommended. Refer to the Section on System Design for more information. complex speaker systems. The 50 adaptive circui
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Tools / Parts Needed for Installation (not supplied): For safety reasons, PPI recommends that the power cable ve fused at the positive terminal of the battery. If this fuse is not installed, and the power wire shorts to Small flat blade screwdriver Phillips screwdriver ground (between the battery and the amplifier), a fire can result. The fuse at the bat- Wire cutters Wire strippers tery should be of the same value as the chassis fuse located on the right-hand end Soldering iron Solder panel of
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Bridging RemoteTurn-On All ArtSeries amplifier are capable of being bridged into a mono output due to the In order for the amplifier to turn on, a remote turn-on wire must be connected to a internal design of the amplifier. This feature permits the creation of a mono channel switched 12 volt source. Typically, the source unit provides a power antenna for a subwoofer or center channel. Also bridging adds flexibility of operation. Any of (remote) turn on lead which will turn on the amplifier when
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Low Impedance Indicator Adjusting Crossover Input Gains: AM II circuitry will lower output power to maintain uninterrupted operation whenever the 1. Adjust all crossover gain controls to 0 dB, 1/2 of maximum sensitivity. amplifier senses an impedance load of less than 2 Ohms. The Low Impedance Indicator 2. Adjust all amplifier gains to 1/2 of maximum sensitivity. (left-side end panel) is provided to let you know when the amplifier is operating in this 3. Turn the volume knob on the equalizer to
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TROUBLESHOOTING If for some reason your system fails to operate properly, please refer to this guide. If you are unable to resolve the problem, consult your AuthorizedPPI Dealer or call1-800-62-POWER. NOSOUND Is the power LED illuminated? Check fuses in power wire. Be sure turn-on lead is connected. NOSOUNDINONECHANNEL Check speaker leads and inspect for a short to ground or an open connection. Check pre-amp leads. Reverse left and right leads to see if the problem is before the amplifier. Check
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