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JL AUDIO e2150
two-channel full-range amplifier
owner’s manual
Thank you for purchasing a JL Audio amplifier for
your automotive sound system.
Your amplifier has been designed and manufactured to exacting
standards in order to ensure years of musical enjoyment in your
vehicle. For maximum performance and extended warranty
coverage, we highly recommend that you have your new amplifier
installed by an authorized JL Audio dealer. Your authorized
dealer has the training, expertise and installa
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PROTECT YOUR HEARING! INSTALLATION APPLICATIONS PLANNING YOUR INST ALLA TION We value you as a long-term customer. For that This amplifier is designed for operation in vehicles It is important that you take the time to read ! IMPORTANT reason, we urge you to practice restraint in the with 12V, negative-ground electrical systems. Use of this manual and that you plan out your installation operation of this product so as not to damage your this product in vehicles with positive ground and/or caref
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION POWER CONNECTIONS The JL Audio e2150 is a two-channel full-range 7) Securely mount the amplifier using the Before installing the amplifier, disconnect the The ground connection should be made using amplifier utilizing patented Absolute Symmetry™ supplied screws. negative (ground) wire from the vehicle's battery. the same gauge wire as the power connection Class AB technology for both channels. 8) Connect the positive and negative power This will prevent accidental damage to
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TURN-ON LEAD AMPLIFIER CONTROLS BASS BOOST CONTROLS The e2150 uses a conventional +12V remote Input Sensitivity turn-on lead, typically controlled by the source unit's This control, labeled “Input Sens.”, can be used remote turn-on output.The amplifier will turn on to match the source unit's output voltage to the when +12V is present at its “Remote” input and input stage of the e2150 for maximum clean turn off when +12V is switched off. If a source unit output. Rotating the control clockwise wil
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PRE-OUTS The e2150’s “Pre-Outs” connectors output channels. In order to achieve one of these options, 1) “Power” (Green): lights to indicate that the unprocessed (pass-through) left and right channel configure the inputs in one of these two ways: amplifier is turned on and operating normally. preamp level signals, permitting connection of 1) Left Channel Only or Right Channel Only 2) “Protect” (Red): lights or flashes to indicate additional amplifiers in a system. Information: If you wish to sen
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APPENDIX A: APPENDIX B: APPENDIX C: Input Sensitivity Level Setting Precise Frequency Selection Chart e2150 Specifications “FILTER FREQ” AMP FILTER Following the directions below will allow the 9) Once you have adjusted the e2150 to its GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS: Detent Panel Actual installer to adjust the input sensitivity of the maximum low-distortion output level, lower the Recommended Fuse Value: 20A Number Marking Freq. amplifier(s) simply and easily in just a few minutes system volume (on the
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APPENDIX D: TROUBLE SHOOTING “MY AMPLIFIER DOESN’T TURN ON” “MY AMPLIFIER TURNS ON, BUT THERE IS NO OUTPUT” Check to make sure there is +12V at the “Remote” connection of Check the input signal using an AC voltmeter to measure the voltage the amplifier. In some cases, the turn-on lead from the source from the source unit while an appropriate test tone is played unit is insufficient to turn on multiple devices and the use of a through the source unit (disconnect the input cables from the relay is
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INSTALLATION NOTES: Use this diagram to document your amplifier’s switch and control positions. 14 JL AUDIO e2150 JL AUDIO e2150 15
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LIMITED WARRANTY - AMPLIFIERS (USA) JL AUDIO warrants this product to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days from the original date of purchase.The warranty term is extended to two (2) years if installation is performed or approved by an authorized JL AUDIO dealer (proof of installation or approval required on purchase receipt). This warranty is not transferrable and applies only to the original purchaser from an authorized JL AUDIO dealer. Should servic
