MTX Audio MTX Thunder TA4501 user manual

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TA4501 Owner’s Manual
Introduction
Thank you for choosing MTX to help reach the ultimate goal with your vehicle. Adding MTX amplifiers and
matching MTX speakers and subwoofers with StreetWires connections will put you in a better position to
hear, feel, and experience all of the music the artist intended.
Specifications
Primary Ratings:
Power Output: 250 watts RMS x 1-channel at 4 ohm and ≤ 1% THD+N
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (1 watt): 71dB
Secondary Ratings
Power Output: 500 watts RMS x 1-chann

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5. Gain Control – This feature is used to fine-tune the input sensitivity of the amplifier to the source unit’s output level. 6. Low-Pass 40Hz-200Hz Variable X-over with 24dB per octave Slope – This control allows the user to choose the exact low-pass frequency range the amplifier will play for the best possible performance. The upper end of the crossover frequency point can be selected from 40Hz–200Hz at 24dB per octave. 7. ThunderEQ (Variable) – This feature will add up to 18dB of low freq

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Connections 1. Bi-Level Inputs (Low/High Level Input) with Smart Engage™ – Both a low and high level signal can be used. Be sure to lay the signal wire away from all power cables and vehicle computers. Use high quality twisted pair interconnect cables to decrease the possibility of radiated noise entering the system. • Using RCA Connections: If the source unit has RCA outputs, simply attach a signal cable from the source unit to the amp’s RCA input. This will provide signal to the amp. •

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Note: When numerous amplifiers are used in the same system, look into using a relay with a separate power wire connected to an alternative power source to take the strain off the source unit. Normal source units can only keep a constant 12 volts to 2 or possibly 3 amps. This wire should also be run on the away from the RCA cables. • CAP+: This 8 gauge terminal is internally wired in parallel with the +12V on the StreetWires Power connector. It is the ideal connection point for the positive s

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5. Remote Subwoofer Level Control (Remote Gain) – Let’s say the amplifier’s gain is set at halfway, when the remote subwoofer level control is plugged in, you now have external control of the gain from zero to halfway. The installation of this level control is NOT necessary to get full power from the amplifier. Note: One EBC (External Bass Control) can control two or more amplifiers using a mini plug Y adaptor. 6. Prizm EFX – Now that you have completed adjusting all your amplifier settings, you