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OWNERS MANUAL
OVN4-840 / OVN4-1200 / OVN4-1600
OVN1-1800D / OVN1-3000D / OVN1-4000D / OVN1-5500D
OVN2-600 / OVN2-800
OVN2-1250 / OVN2-1800 / OVN2-2200
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INTRODUCTION Power Acoustik amplifiers provide high-performance sound reinforcement for your mobile audio equipment. Its versatility enables compatibility with optional Equalizers, Frequency Dividing Crossover Networks, and other audio processors in a customized system. The Multi-Mode bridging capabilities allow flexibility in hosting several different speaker configurations. To achieve optimum performance, it is highly recommended that you read this Owners Manual before beginning installation.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM ................................................................ 3 WIRING CONNECTION .................................................................... 4 CONTROL FUNCTIONS ..................................................................... 5, 6, 7 SPEAKER CONNECTION MONO CHANNEL .................................. 8, 9 2 CHANNEL ............................................ 10, 11 4 CHANNEL ............................................ 12, 13
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CONNECTING THE POWER (Fig.1) CAUTION: AS A PRECAUTION, DISCONNECT THE POWER WIRE FROM THE BATTERY WHILE MAKING THE POWER AND GROUND CONNECTIONS TO THE AMPLIFIER. 4/8 GAUGE(Thicker if planning for additional Amplifiers) wire is recommended for both the power and ground wires. 12 Gauge, for the remote turn-on wire. Both types are available at most Mobile Audio Dealers or Installation Shop. (1) Ground : To Vehicle Chassis To avoid unwanted ignition noise caused by ground loop, it is ess
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CONTROLS RCA input jacks These RCA input jacks are for use with source units that have RCA or Line level outputs. A source unit with a minimum level of 200mV is required for proper operation. The use of high quality twisted pair cables is recommended to decrease the possibility of radiated noise entering the system. Auxiliary outputs The Auxiliary outputs offer Power Acoustik amplifiers easy, unlimited system expansion. Route RCA's from the line out of the first amplifier to the line input of a
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CONTROLS High pass x-over frequency control This control is used to select the desired high pass x-over frequency. OVN2-600/OVN4-840/OVN4-1200/OVN4-1600 : The frequency can be adjusted between 40Hz and 250Hz. OVN2-800/OVN2-1250/OVN2-1800/OVN2-2200 : The frequency can be adjusted between 50Hz and 500Hz. Low pass x-over frequency control This control is used to select the desired low pass x-over frequency. OVN2-600/OVN4-840/OVN4-1200/OVN4-1600 : The frequency can be adjusted between 40Hz and 250
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CONTROLS LED Will illuminate GREEN to indicate the amplifier is on and operating normally, and will be illuminated RED if the amplifier shuts down due to short circuit, DC offset, or overheating detected by on board protection circuitry. REMOTE Controls the subwoofer amplifier gain, from a remote location for ease of adjustment during listening. REMOTE Warning: Do not connect a level control knob from other manufacturers to the Remote Sub Level Control of any amplifier. Even though the connector
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MASTER MODE CONFIGURATION OVN1-1800D / OVN1-3000D / OVN1-4000D / OVN1-5500D 1.Lowest Recommended Impedance is 1ohm mono. 2.RCA Inputs are connected to both Left and Right channels 3.Gain controls to be set match input source 4.Line Output configured for stereo operation - 8 -
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STRAPPED CONFIGURATION OVN1-1800D / 3000D / OVN1-4000D / OVN1-5500D 1.Lowest Recommended Impedance is 2ohm Stereo 2.RCA Inputs are connected to both Left and Right channels 3.Gain controls to be set match input source 4.Line Output is configured summed bridged which is ideal for subwoofer applications - 9 -
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2 CHANNEL STEREO CONFIGURATION OVN2-600/800/1250/1800/2200 HEAD UNIT FRONT PANEL REAR PANEL 1.Lowest Recommended Impedance is 2ohm Stereo 2.RCA Inputs are connected to both Left and Right channels 3.Gain controls to be set match input source 4.Line Output configured for stereo operation 2 CHANNEL BRIDGED CONFIGURATION OVN2-600/800/1250/1800/2200 HEAD UNIT FRONT PANEL REAR PANEL 1.Lowest recommended impedance is 4ohm bridged mono 2.RCA Inputs are connected to both Left &Right channels 3.Line Ou
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2 CHANNEL TRI MODE CONFIGURATION OVN2-600 / OVN2-800 / OVN2-1250 / OVN2-1800 / OVN2-2200 HEAD UNIT FRONT PANEL 1.Lowest Recommended Impedance is 4ohm Stereo 2.RCA Inputs are connected to both Left and Right channels 3.Output configured for stereo operation - 11 -
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4 CHANNEL STEREO CONFIGURATION OVN4-840 / OVN4-1200 / OVN4-1600 HEAD UNIT 1.Lowest Recommended Impedance is 2ohm Stereo 2.RCA Inputs are connected to both Left and Right channels 3.Gain controls to be set match input source 4.Line Output configured for stereo operation - 12 -
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4 CHANNEL BRIDGED CONFIGURATION OVN4-840 / OVN4-1200 / OVN4-1600 HEAD UNIT WOOFER 2CH 1CH 4-8 Ohms 4-8 Ohms 3CH 4CH 4-8 Ohms 4-8 Ohms WOOFER 1.Lowest recommended impedance is 4ohm bridged mono 2.RCA Inputs are connected to both Left &Right channels 3.Line Output configured forstereo operation - 13 -
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4 CHANNEL TRI MODE CONFIGURATION OVN4-840 / OVN4-1200 / OVN4-1600 HEAD UNIT 1.Lowest Recommended Impedance is 4ohm Stereo 2.RCA Inputs are connected to both Left and Right channels 3.Output configured for stereo operation - 14 -
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOMS CHECK POINTS CURE Is the power Check fuses in amplifier. NO SOUND LED illuminated? Be sure Turn-on lead is connected No power to power wire Repair power wire or connections AMP NOT No power to remote Check connections to radio SWITCHING wire with receiver on ON Fuse broken Check fuse Check speaker leads Inspect for short circuit or an open connection. NO SOUND Check audio input Reverse Left and Right IN ONE leads RCA inputs to
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SPECIFICATIONS - 16 - MODEL# OVN2-600 OVN2-800 OVN2-1250 OVN2-1800 OVN2-2200 OVN4-840 OVN4-1200 MAXIMUM POWER 600W 800W 1250W 1800W 2200W 840W 1200W OUTPUT POWER OUTPUT 2 X 95W 2 X 150W 2 X 220W 2 X 300W 2 X 370W 4 X 80W 4 X 100W @4Ohm POWER OUTPUT 2 X 120W 2 X 180W 2 X 280W 2 X 380W 2 X 450W 4 X 95W 4 X 125W @2Ohm BRIDGED POWER 1 X210W 1 X 360W 1 X 560W 1 X 760W 1 X 900W 2 X 190W 2 X 250W THD 0.02% 0.02% 0.02% 0.02% 0.02% 0.02% 0.02% FREQUENCY 10Hz-30kHz 10Hz-30kHz 10Hz-30kHz 10Hz-30kHz 10Hz
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SPECIFICATIONS - 17 - MODEL# OVN4-1600 OVN1-1800D OVN1-3000D OVN1-4000D OVN1-5500D MAXIMUM POWER 1600W 2000W 3000W 4000W 5500W OUTPUT POWER OUTPUT 4 X 150W 1X 600W 1X 800W 1X 1200W 1X 1700W @4Ohm POWER OUTPUT 4 X 180W 1 X 900W 1 X 1200W 1 X 1700W 1 X 2500W @2Ohm POWER OUTPUT - 1 X 1200W 1 X 1700W 1 X 2200W 1 X 3200W @1Ohm BRIDGED POWER 2 X 360W - - - - THD 0.02% 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% FREQUENCY 10Hz-30kHz 20Hz-200Hz 20Hz-200Hz 20Hz-200Hz 20Hz-200Hz RESPONSE -1.0dB HPF 40Hz~250Hz - - - - LPF 40Hz
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WARNINGS Investigate the layout of your automobile throughly before drilling or cutting any holes. Take care when to work near the gas tanks, lines, or hydraulic lines, and electrical wiring. Don't use power amplifier unmounted. Attach this system securely to the automobile to prevent damage, particularly in the event of an accident. Don't mount this system so that the wire connections are unprotected or are subject to pinching or damage from nearby objects. The +12V DC power wire must be fused
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