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Blaupunkt PA2100 Car Amplifier User Manual

1. Full Range Full Range SPEAKER OUTPUTS BRIDGED LOS mre Subwoofer O B E E O Y Full Range Full Range 1 Channel Bridged Subwoofer Mode By electrically connecting a subwoofer speaker in the way shown above you are able to greatly increase the output power delivered from the amplifier to the speaker Such a circuit increases the voltage swing across the speaker which increase the power seen by a factor of 2 to 4 times that in stereo mode This is a very logical set up for systems that are space limited to allow for only one subwoofer in a vehicle The number and box volumes are compensated by simply more amplifier power pushing a single speaker Such a configuration is also a surprisingly good performer These increases in power are always welcome but you must take care to avoid low impedances below 4 ohms since most amplifiers will overheat and shut down if over driven into such a configuration You must also take care that you are not exceeding the thermal or excursion power limiting values for the woofer Surprisingly high power levels can be achieved with such a system without realizing it thus quickly damaging the woofer TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Below is a basic trouble shooting guide to assist in seeking out and correcting a problem that may occur in the installation process Although lengthy this chart cannot address every single problem possible but mainly the ones most
2. Remote Terminal Connect the radio power antenna lead from the receiver to the amplifier e terminal This turns the amplifier on whenever the receiver is turned on SPEAKER OUTPUTS BRIDGED LOG BRO Butt Connector To Receiver not supplied Power Antenna Lead 18 20 Gage Wire gt Floating Ground meurs Radio Outputs En L HLA1 n High Level Adaptor white black gray black Common Ground Radio Outputs HLA1 n High Level Adaptor L NOT USED white black Radio chassis or common speaker ground NOT USED R gray black R REMOTE GAIN CIRCUITRY L GND REMOTE GAIN Ganged 20k ch Resistor pack CONNECTIONS amp CONTROLS POWER ON LED CROSSOVER MODE LP FULLRANGE HP Crossover is either in Low pass Full range or High pass mode HIGH PASS FREQUENCY 50 250Hz Frequencies above this setting will be passed through LOW PASS FREQUENCY 50 250Hz Frequencies below this setting will be passed through GAIN CONTROL 0 3 6 0 Vrms this is the input voltage necessary at this position for full output power BASS BOOST ON OFF 10dB when ON POWER ON LED This light will turn on when the amplifier receives a 12V turn on signal from the radio If the amp is properly wired but the light does not turn on there may be a short circuit condition that the amp is protecting itself from
3. BASS BOOST This control provides additional bass in the 45Hz area to give a stronger low end feel to the bass Once switched on this will also allow the amp to be driven into distortion sooner so the user must be aware GAIN CONTROL The gain control allows for a range of 0 3 6Volts input This means that if the setting is a 0 3V it only takes 0 3Volts to drive the amp to full output Such a low setting allows for the amp to be easily overdriven and more susceptible to noise so a mid position is highly recommended for most radios LOW PASS FREQUENCY If the mode selector is in the LP position the amplifier passes only low frequency sound The upper limit for such sound is set via this control For bass a value just below 100Hz is usually best HIGH PASS FREQUENCY If the mode selector is in the HP position the amplifier passes only mid and high frequency sound The lower limit for such sound is set via this control A common setting is just above 100Hz CROSSOVER MODE Depending upon the system design chosen you need to set the amplifier in the proper mode be it LP Fullrange or HP The low pass and high pass frequency settings are explained above The full range setting simply allows for the amp to pass all audio frequencies without any kind of crossover filter application This is common with 6x9 fullrange coaxial speakers for example REMOTE GAIN CIRCUITRY Should the installer wish to cre
4. spectrum between the satellites and subwoofers It is important to remember that although surprisingly pleasant performance is achieved this is a compromise system and will NOT perform as well as a dedicated 3 channel system with electronic crossovers SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 3 SPEAKER OUTPUTS BRIDGED LES MRE 2 Channel Dual Subwoofer Mode The largest improvement in sound quality always comes when adding some kind of subwoofer via a dedicated subwoofer amplifier and electronics crossover The electronic crossover ensures minimal overlap of the bass response with the mid and high frequencies from the other speakers resulting in a more accurate performance compared to conventional coaxials with additional power By installing this amplifier in the stereo mode you are able to drive two subwoofer speakers and in to low impedance loads e g 2 ohms without over heating the amplifiers Also such an installation more easily supports a standard 2 speaker woofer box that may already be constructed Since two woofers can play 6 decibels louder than one at a given power due to acoustical laws of mutual coupling the resulting sound pressure level is substantial This is probably the most common use for a conventional two channel amplifier there is SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 4 For higher output you can connect a subwoofer to two output channels Look for the and to indicate the correct connections
5. adjust the bass output level depending upon the listener s choice ONLY the supplied gain control can be used with the amp or the circuitry for it to be used properly CAUTION Unfortunately you CANNOT use simple telephone Y connectors to daisy chain to multiple amps in hopes of controlling the gains of multiple amps LINE LEVEL INPUTS The most commonly used inputs in the aftermarket world are RCA type line level inputs These inputs can handle up to about 6 Volts rms without overdriving the amplifier Such high voltages are rarely found from car audio head units so this is a very comfortable value But should the use need to drive the amp directly from speaker level leads use the supplied High Level Adapter to connect to the amp LINE LEVEL LOOP THRU These connectors are simply hard wired to the other inputs and do not loop through the crossovers in any way If you wish to daisy chain multiple amps simply connect them to the loop thru leads Power Terminal 12V Connect directly to the vehicle battery terminal with 10 gage wire minimum GND 12V To Battery Fuse or Terminal Circuit Breaker Ground Terminal Connect to a good chassis ground The ground connection should be clean unpainted metal to provide a good electrical connection GND 12V Sheet Metal Screw Ring Connector Drill 1 8 hole in chassis e sheet metal
6. common SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE OR CORRECTION No power power light not on Check connections to amps 12 volt ground and remote lines Use voltmeter to verify voltages are at terminals of amp Check main power connection at battery Check fuse in power line at battery Disconnect all speakers but not power lines if unit then turns on a speaker short or speaker line touching vehicle chassis is likely Power but no sound power light is on Check all input cable lines for connection Disconnect speakers from amp test speaker lines with digital voltmeter to verify gt 2 ohms per channel non bridged mode No sound from one channel or entire side Check radio s balance and fader control positions verify they are at center Check speaker connections at amp and speaker Check input leads for connection to amp Very low sound level Verify radio balance and fader controls are at center positions Check amplifier s input gain control setting adjust for higher output levels if necessary gain settings closer to 0 3 volts Receiver may have very low output voltage levels a step up line driver may have to be used Power amplifier turns on and off repeatedly motor boating sound Make sure power connections at batter are tight Verify battery voltage is gt 11 5 volts DC 12 5 15V engine on at amplifier with engine off Check all radio and amplifier ground connections Amplifier turns o
7. ends up with problems m DO NOT LISTEN AT HIGH SOUND LEVELS FOR A PROLONGED TIME these amplifiers used with high efficiency speakers from ANY manufacturer have the potential to cause permanent hearing loss after listening at maximum volume levels for several hours INSTALLATION WARNINGS Before disassembling your beautiful new car you need some basic installation knowledge and skill with common hand and power tools Following such basic installation tips and warnings will prevent possible damage to the vehicle and also prevent possible fires m AGAIN READ THE MANUAL There is a lot of helpful information in this manual that will save time and prevent problems later m COVER THE VEHICLE WORK AREAS Use fender covers or blankets to protect the work areas from scratches or dings DISCONNECT THE LEAD ON THE BATTERY No sparks or fires please m REVIEW THE INSTALLATION Before using any tools or moving vehicle components take five minutes to review the installation intentions e g verify that an amplifier will fit in an area of a car before tearing out all the interior m REVIEW THE VEHICLE Before drilling any holes or cutting into any surfaces make sure there are no fuel or hydraulic lines behind the surfaces Also make sure there are no wires routed directly behind or near the desired mounting area remember screws can often extend 1 2 inches behind the mounting surface m ENSURE PROPER FIT Before cutting
8. ohms bridged 4 ohms 4 ohms PERFORMANCE DATA Rated power output 0 1 THD 13 8V 2 channels into 4 ohms 2 ohms 2x75W 2x100W 2x 100 W 2x 150 W 1 channel into 4 ohms Total Harmonic Distortion rated full output 1x 200 W 0 03 THD 1x 300 W 0 03 THD Rated Signal Noise ratio averaged value Measured 1 watt 1 kHz dBA 82 82 Measured full rated power 0 1 THD dBA gt 100 gt 100 Damping factor gt 100 gt 100 Frequency response full range mode 20 50 000 Hz 20 50 000 Hz High pass crossover frequency limits 50 Hz 250 Hz variable 12dB oct 50 Hz 250 Hz variable 12dB oct Low pass crossover frequency limits 50 Hz 250 Hz variable 12dB oct 50 Hz 250 Hz variable 12dB oct Input impedance 10 kohms 10 kohms Input signal voltage control range 0 3 6 0 vrms 0 3 6 0 vrms Current Draw 13 8 VDC typical values X watts Efficiency full rated power bridged mode 4 ohms full rated power unbridged 28 A 65 16 A 78 36 A 65 21 A 78 6 0 60 8 0 60 10 rated power unbridged 3 0 40 4 0 40 33 rated power unbridged Q idle 1 2A 1 5A Minimum battery voltage to maintain rated power 12 6 VDC 12 6 VDC Usable battery voltage 10 16 VDC 10 16 VDC Tri
9. or drilling make sure the amplifier will physically fit in its desired location Check for clearance around rear deck torsion bars or other structural elements m EVERY CAR IS ASSEMBLED DIFFERENT Every auto manufacturer uses different assembly techniques Take care in removing modifying all trim panels and mounting surfaces since they often use unique screws or snap fasteners that are difficult to replace if they are lost or broken BE CAREFUL WITH CABLE ROUTING When routing audio cables make sure RCA and speaker wires are routed away from high current power lines for audio amplifiers and vehicle systems lines when possible This will help prevent noises from creeping into the audio system plus prevent potential damage to the vehicle wiring itself BE CAREFUL WITH ALL CONNECTIONS When making connections make sure each connection is clean and properly secured Observe all polarity markings carefully to ensure proper end performance m CAUTION FUEL TANKS AND FUEL LINES ARE NOW LOCATED DIRECTLY BENEATH THE REAR DECK IN MANY CARS CHECK FOR ADEQUATE CLEARANCE BEFORE EVEN CONSIDERING SUCH A MOUNTING LOCATION SYSTEM PLANNING Before wiring up an audio system that may not achieve the sound quality you want be sure to choose a system concept that fits your listening requirements Basic systems a receiver with internal 4x20 watts and 4 coax speakers are adequate for many listeners But when you want to really feel the music y
10. BLAUPUNKT PA Series Plastic Amplifiers PA275 2X75 Watt rms PA2100 2x100 Watt rms 2 1 Channel Digital Power Amplifier Amplificateur de Puissance Num rique a 2 1 Canaux Amplificador de Potencia Digital de Canal 2 1 2 1 Amplificador Potencia de Canal Digital O BLAUPUNKT POWERED BT TRIPATH Class T Digital Amplifier Technology BLAUPUNKT SPECIFICATIONS PA275 AnD PA2100 2 1 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER Below is a basic trouble shooting guide to assist in seeking out and correcting a problem that may occur in the installation process Although lengthy this chart cannot address every single problem possible but mainly the ones most common PARAMETER FEATURE PA275 PA2100 Channels 2 1 2 1 Size W x H x D 7 9 x7 5x2 6 inches 200x190x67mm 7 9 x7 5x2 6 inches 200x190x67mm Weight with housing 4 6 lbs 2 1 kg 4 6 lbs 2 1 kg Crimping style speaker terminals YES YES Maximum terminal wire size 14 ga 14 ga Subsonic filter Separate front rear or left right gains YES 10 Hz NO YES 10 Hz NO Fuse Type ATC spade 30A ATC spade 40A Speaker short short to 12V and short to ground protection YES YES High low and reverse voltage protection YES YES Power output transistors MOSFET MOSFET Switching power supply transistors MOSFET MOSFET Minimum speaker impedance non bridged 2 ohms 2
11. E BLAUPUNKT Les amplificateurs audio re oivent leur alimentation des batteries de voiture et la convertissent en puissance audio Bien qu une grande partie de l nergie de sortie soit sonore une puissance consid rable est perdue sous forme de chaleur Cette perte calorifique doit g n ralement tre dissip e au moyen de dissipateurs thermiques de grandes dimensions ce qui cr e des amplis lourds en m tal occupant une place importante Dans le monde audio les amplis de Classe D ont aid r cemment r duire cette nergie gaspill e ce qui leur permet d utiliser une enceinte plus petite mais leur fid lit m diocre les limite ne reproduire que les graves Par contre les amplis AB classiques d filent avec leur fid lit lev e mais cela au prix de rendements m diocres Par Energie totale cons quent le besoin existe encore d avoir un ampli perdue sous qui ait une fid lit lev e tout en mettant peu de forme Courbes de dissipation de chaleur op A de chaleur Pour amplis de Classe T et AB 2x100 Watts chaleur et se logeant dans un chassis de petites Watts dimensions 150W Classe AB La Classe T invent e et brevet e par Tripath 125W classique Technologies procure ce qu il y a de mieux dans les ON Bo deux mondes en ayant un son de haute qualit tout en 100W Chaleur ehaor dissipant peu de chaleur Par suite de la chaleur cr e A Sete SS remarqu
12. a vehicle problem and not your system Research to isolate the source and properly shield or bypass Are spark plugs and wires gt 3 years old These can often radiate substantial noise when old Verify the engine block has a good ground connection to chassis ground Verify the engine compartment hood is grounded to vehicle chassis via a braided grounding strap Whining noise engine running varies in pitch or loudness with engine speed AND varies with radio volume control setting this is generally a RADIO installation problem Verify all power and ground connections are clean at radio Re route radio power and ground so they are sourced from same connections back at amplifier this is called a common ground Check all ground connections to ensure clean surfaces that have all paint removed and also not oxidation buildup over time Verify there is some kind of power filtering choke assembly at back of radio If not install one Whining noise engine running varies in pitch or loudness with engine speed BUT DOES NOT vary with radio volume control setting this is generally an amplifier installation problem Check battery ground connections at chassis are clean and tight scraped free of oxidation paint and grease Re route radio power and ground so they are sourced from same connections back at amplifier this is called a common ground Bypass all equipment between radio and amp e g equalizers dire
13. ablement faible nous pouvons concevoir de 75W en exc s tr s petites boites qui se cachent mais nous pouvons 70W sous forme de chaleur aussi donner de fa on cr ative aux logements des 50W Chaleur formes en plastique ou en d autres mat riaux Avec des pertes thermiques qui sont seulement entre 1 3 et 25W Blaupunkt Class T _ de celles d une conception AB Tripath ouvre tout un monde nouveau d applications des amplis ow compacts petits et s duisants Ayez l air froid IDLE 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 fonctionnez de mani re froide Puissance de sortie audio Watts Canal CARACTERISTIQUES PRINCIPALES Votre nouvel amplificateur Blaupunkt offre des particularit s importantes m Conception Break away A d collement permettant l amplificateur interne d tre retir du logement et mont dans un emplacement cach n m REM1 R glage du gain distance fonctionne seulement en mode des N graves m HLA1 Adaptateur niveau lev tenant compte de la tension au niveau haut parleur pour piloter amplificateur m Fiches qui permettent de c bler d abord le v hicule puis de connecter Pamplificateur E Filtres de s lection de fr quences passe haut et passe bas contin ment variable m R glage d amplification des basses fr quences gain fix m Lentilles de r glage interchangeables en plastique color en option m Capabilit de 2 ohms sans chevauchement m Capabilit d entr e de 0 3 6 0Veff
14. ate their own remote gain control or attempt to daisy chain the gains of multiple amps refer to the adjacent circuit design for proper connection This should ONLY be attempted by a very highly qualified installation technician If improperly done DAMAGE WILL OCCUR to the amplifier and WILL NOT be covered by warranty We put this information in this manual because of the interest of our highly skilled Blaupunkt installers the average consumer should NOT attempt this on their own You should ONLY loop the SIGNAL pin to other amps DO NOT carry the ground and 12V pin voltages to adjacent amps 7 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 1 Full Range Full Range e Connect Speakers as shown For best sound High Pass always make sure to connect to and to SPEAKER OUTPUTS BRIDGED LOS BRO JU Full Range or AA High Pass 2 Channel Full range or High Pass Mode This installation is most popular for listeners who want to simply increase the power to the rear speakers in a car The resulting performance is most commonly a louder overall sound field from the rear But such a system s biggest benefit is the additional bass response since the bass control of the radio can be turned up without distorting the amplifier Such a system is not necessarily louder in the mids and highs but is able to play louder in the low frequencies due to this additional power This leads to an overall richer and stronger
15. ctly connecting radio If noise goes away signal processor has problem Check for signal level ground loops disconnect the outer shield of the RCA cable at one end of the cable e g radio end If noise goes away modify cables accordingly There are voltage differences at the ground connections of the components and these are NOT correctable any other way than such shield cutting or an outboard ground loop isolator which is a small transformer LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION UNITED STATES ONLY Robert Bosch Corporation warrants new Blaupunkt car audio products it distributes in the United States through authorized Blaupunkt dealers or which are imported as original vehicle equipment by the automobile manufacturer to be free from defects in material and workmanship in accordance with the following For twelve 12 months after delivery to you the original consumer purchaser we will repair or at our option replace at no charge to you any car audio product which under normal conditions of use and service proves to be defective in materials or workmanship However this warranty does not cover expenses incurred in the removal or reinstallation of any car audio product whether or not proven defective and does not cover products not purchased from an authorized Blaupunkt dealer This warranty is limited to the original consumer purchaser and is not transferable Repaired and replacement car audio products shall assume the identity
16. d 11 MERCI D AVOIR CHOISI BLAUPUNKT F licitations Vous tes maintenant propri taire d un amplificateur pour autoradio exceptionnel produit par les audiophiles enthousiastes de Blaupunkt Notre quipe d ing nieurs a pass un temps consid rable a raffiner notre ligne d amplificateurs PA afin de vous apporter un son remarquable un prix abordable Nous nous concentrons avec ces produits sur la performance sonore alli e une conception solide et une installation flexible Nous vous offrons non seulement un produit remarquable mais galement un manuel du propri taire pratique Ce manuel peut tre utilis comme un guide d apprentissage grace a ses explications br ves mais informatives sur la conception des syst mes et des amplificateurs Nous voulons galement nous assurer que le consommateur utilisera des techniques d installation appropri es afin de tirer la meilleure performance possible de leur nouveau mat riel audio Nos pr occupations MAJEURES sont la s curit et le processus d installation Nos revendeurs Blaupunkt ayant les outils et l exp rience n cessaires une installation s re et optimale nous recommandons toujours qu ils se chargent de l int gration finale au v hicule Toutefois si vous d cidez d installer ces produits vous m me veuillez prendre le temps de lire ce manuel jusqu au bout et d en observer toutes les pr cautions AVANTAGES TECHNIQUES DES AMPLIFICATEURS DE CLASSE T D
17. equate current and voltage This line MUST be run through a dedicated fuse of some kind and this fuse should be located immediately next to the power source This in line fuse is used to protect the vehicle should a short to chassis occur TRIGGER This line tells the amp to turn on and is remotely switched from the radio which normally provides an amp trigger output This line is required to go high 12V to turn on the amp If this line is not available use the power antenna line trigger which is normally available in most radios FUSE This fuse is only for catastrophic situations should the amplifier begin to self destruct or incur installation situations where gross amounts of current are being required from the amp beyond its design limits Although another fuse should be installed inline with the high power line at the battery this amplifier mounted fuse MUST remain in the circuit to protect the amplifier SPEAKER OUTPUTS The amplifier is connected to appropriate impedance speakers via these leads It is IMPERATIVE that these leads NOT be connected or touch the vehicle chassis in any way or the amplifier will be damaged The and leads of the amp are in no way inter connected to one another Also NONE of the leads can touch each other touch ground or touch 12V or damage may occur to the amp or vehicle REMOTE GAIN CONTROL This amplifier is provided with internal circuitry that allows for a remote gain control to
18. ff during loud or distorted passages Input stage being over driven lower input gain closer to 4 volt setting Verify battery voltage is gt 11 5 volts DC at amplifier with engine off Check all radio and amplifier ground connections Verify speaker loads gt 2 ohms on all channels non bridged mode Amplifier performs fine but gets very hot to the touch Input gain control too high lower accordingly closer to 4 0 volt setting Verify speaker loads gt 2 ohms on all channels non bridged mode Verify the mounting location allows for free air movement around the amp Preferably the amp should be mounted with fins up and down so rising heat moves quickly away from amp Amplifier turn on turn off pops or noises turn on race disconnect trigger from radio and turn on off via a wire jumper to power terminal If noise goes away the radio is turning on off too slowly This is radio problem and can only be corrected with outboard turn on delay relay system Radio thump disconnect the RCA input lines to the amp and turn on off via radio trigger If noise goes away without RCA lines connected the radio is sending pops out through RCA lines This is a radio problem and can only be corrected with outboard turn on delay relay system Cracking noises on AM FM radio but not on tape or cd Ensure the problem is radiated noise by placing a portable FM radio near the car engine If noise is picked up then it is
19. gger line voltage range 10 16 VDC 10 16 VDC Trigger line current draw 20 mA 20 mA Turn on delay time 2 0 seconds 2 0 seconds Thermal shutoff temperature average heat sink temp 85 C 185 F 85 C 185 F NOTE DUE TO ONGOING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENTS DESIGN AND SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT ADVANCED NOTICE TO THE CONSUMER OR RETAILER What is an amplifier raias A elie ei eine Orel ete le ROE RE EEE BEE BSE ERS da 2 Key features 20 5e rte AA AAA AAA AA RG UA eh AAG Aten a 2 Safety Concerns amp installation warnings 4 44 4044e4ee 3 System PIANNING via wae hed meth Chime Oar hanes Meath ane Reed Rae ale AAA uae ale MRE eae Leet 4 Installation tools A AAA A AAA AA A AAA Ca 4 Vehicle Wining cio A A a a cie 5 Connections CONtroIS RAR aA Re nn hair 28 dito Bb arash o ate al le A RODA ND Rae 6 7 System contigurations 182 5 A aie DRA dre SS de A BD RS De RER 8 System Configurations ERA A A A A A AA A A Seek pee eee weed 9 Troubleshooting Chait lt cs cia AAA A A A A RRA ARA peat me ala 10 Warranty Information Ceasa Grs GA RE NOS SETA bei EA ARA ARA 11 Blaupunkt technical support s A A POE a PR ERES CR CRS eh AG 11 Assembly amp Mounting o o oo tenn teen eee Back Cover THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING BLAUPUNKT Congratulations You are the now the owner of an exceptional car audio amplifier from the audio enthus
20. he unit but you must contact Blaupunkt to receive authorization to do this before your car audio product is repaired ROBERT BOSCH CORPORATION BLAUPUNKT CUSTOMER SERVICE 2800 SOUTH 25TH AVENUE BROADVIEW IL 60155 TEL 1 800 266 2528 BLAUPUNKT TECHNICAL SUPPORT These amplifiers are designed to install quickly and easily into most vehicles Should you experience installation problems we will make all reasonable efforts to help you the end purchaser or Installation Technician to competently install these components Before calling us please carefully review this owners manual for the answers to your questions e O Es Due to the limited print space of this owners manual we also offer additional information regarding installation and systems on our Internet site Via a standard Internet connection through a local Internet Service Provider or other providers e g America Online connect to our web site at the following address www BlaupunktUSAcom On this site we offer technical information on system design vehicle integration product fit guides where possible and extensive information on loudspeaker design and installation For the more adventuresome builder we also offer our BlauBox computer program which assists in designing subwoofer enclosures This program is FREE to down load and use We also link out to other sites that provide additional theory and technical support for the consumer and the technically intereste
21. iasts at Blaupunkt Our engineering staff has spent considerable time refining our PA series amplifiers in order to introduce great sound to the consumer at an affordable price With these products we focus on sonic performance but balanced with rugged design and flexible installation Not only do we offer you a great product but also a supportive owners manual This manual can be used as a teaching guide due to its brief but informative explanations of amplifier and system design We are also very concerned about the end consumer using proper installation techniques for the highest performance possible from their new audio products MOST important to us are the concerns with safety and the installation process Since our Blaupunkt retail dealers have the tools and experience for an optimized and safe installation we always recommend they do the final vehicle integration But should you choose to install these products yourself please take the time to read this manual completely and abide by all precautions ENGINEERING BENEFITS OF BLAUPUNKT S CLASS T AMPLIFIERS Audio amplifiers take power from the car battery and convert it to audio power Although much of the energy output is sound a considerable amount of power is lost as heat Such heat loss must typically be dissipated via large heat sinks thus creating heavy metal amps with a large footprint In the audio world Class D amps have recently do A helped reduce this wasted hea
22. ll need power tools for drilling and cutting plastics and metal A good starting list is summarized below E Tape measure and ruler E Marking pen and starting punch E Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers small and medium sizes E Nylon wire bundle ties E Pliers standard vice grip and needle nose styles E Light duty trim pry bar for removing door trim E Cutting shears or nibbling tool for cutting thin and medium gauger metal E Wire cutters wire strippers electrical tape crimping pliers and appropriate crimp on terminals m Power drill with appropriate sized drill bits VEHICLE FUSING For safety purposes a high current fuse or circuit breaker MUST be installed in line with the amplifiers s immediately at the battery to prevent vehicle damage should the battery line in advertently shorted to the vehicle chassis The chart at the right shows the recommended master fuse sizes for an average audio system with noted rms output power levels POWER WIRING Most vehicles built since 1990 have adequate current capability for your amplifier Except for systems above about 500 W rms the factory charging system and battery should easily support it if properly installed Proper wire size must be chosen to ensure adequate current delivery to the amp Wire size gauge of the cables need to increase in size for higher power systems Wire sizes larger than those noted are usually a waste of time and money since they offer Little or n
23. o performance improvements Wire diameter must increase decreased wire gauge number for higher power systems For long wire runs the wire diameter must also increase The wire sizes noted allow for a maximum 0 5 volts DC drop over the give wire run which results in Sound Pressure Level drops inaudible to the average listener SPEAKER WIRING As with power wire speaker wire size gauge changes with the power required and the length of the wire run The speaker wire chart shows the minimum recommended wire size for a single audio output channel driving a loudspeaker at a given distance with a maximum power loss of 0 5 dB the threshold of audibility Wire sizes larger than those noted are usually a waste of time and money since they offer little or no performance improvements FINAL VEHICLE WIRING Current requirements for an upgraded audio system dictate a dedicated power line be run from the amplifier directly to the battery of the vehicle This line should NOT be run to the fuse panel of the vehicle but directly to the battery DO NOT run to the alternator either There MUST be a fuse installed at the battery with adequate amperage as shown in the chart above As for the final signal wiring be sure to route the audio cables down the side of the car opposite the power lines to avoid noise pick up from the lines Also try to route all audio cables away from noise sources such as engine computers and ABS brake computers Proper po
24. of the original for purpose of this warranty and this warranty shall not be extended with respect to such products To obtain performance of this warranty contact the nearest Blaupunkt authorized repair facility or our nearest office A dated purchase receipt or other proof that the product is within the warranty period will be required in order to honor your claim Carefully pack the unit and ship prepaid to the servicing location For further information write to the Robert Bosch Corporation 2800 South 25th Avenue Broadview Illinois 60153 attention Blaupunkt Customer Service Department or call 1 800 266 2528 Specifically excluded from this warranty are failures caused by misuse neglect abuse improper operation or installation dropping or damaging unauthorized service or parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions or perform normal maintenance activities Normal maintenance activities for car audio products include but are not limited to cleaning and other minor maintenance activities and adjustments that are outlined in the owner s manual or that are normally required for continued proper operation Also excluded from this warranty is the correction of improper installation and the elimination of any external electromagnetic interference This warranty sets forth your exclusive remedies with respect to the products covered by it We shall not be liable for any incidental consequential special or punitive damages arising from the sale
25. or use of any Blaupunkt car audio products whether such claim is in contract or tort No attempt to alter modify or amend this warranty shall be effective unless authorized in writing by an officer of Robert Bosch Corporation THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY IMPLIED BY LAW WHETHER FOR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE AND SHALL BE EFFECTIVE ONLY FOR THE PERIOD THAT THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EFFECTIVE In the event any provision or any part or portion of this warranty shall be held invalid void or otherwise unenforceable such holding shall not affect the remaining part or portions of that provision or any other provision hereof NOTICE TO CALIFORNIA OWNERS If your Blaupunkt car audio product needs warranty repair service and there is no authorized service center reasonably close to you you can return the defective unit to the dealer from whom you purchased it or you can return it to any dealer who sells Blaupunkt car audio products The dealer may at the dealer s option replace repair or refund the purchase price for any Blaupunkt car audio products which prove defective under conditions of normal use If the dealer fails to repair replace or partially refund your money you may take your Blaupunkt car audio product to any repair shop and they can repair your unit at our expense unless the repair cost exceeds the depreciated value of t
26. ou will need some kind of subwoofer amplifier speaker combination Although many people might jump into an add on amplifier to power to rear coaxial speakers a better choice is usually a subwoofer amp speaker system that supplements the existing 4 speaker system as shown in the adjacent drawing Such a system provides a surprising improvement in sound quality due to the usually dramatic increase in bass response Full Range y Full Range Full Range The next dramatic step up in performance is with a multi channel system that offers more dynamic range in the mids and highs due to higher power plus more bass response due to multiple woofers and or more power But with such a system the stereo image and overall listening experience usually becomes much more life like due to better tonal quality midrange tweeter speakers and usually better placement Passive X over Sat Amplifier 4x100 W To build such a system though complexity goes up due to the addition of passive or active crossovers which take time to install and may inject noise into the system due to potential noise signal pick up The results though of such a system can be dramatically pleasing Sub Amplifier 2x100 W Subwoofers High performance multi channel system INSTALLATION TOOLS For most installations simple hand tools are adequate to install an aftermarket amplifier Depending upon the mounting locations used you wi
27. pr voyant une capabilit de tensions de pilotage dans une gamme tendue provenant d un r cepteur ou d un autre dispositif de m dia CE um mu eee eee ys E k 12 ASSEMBLY amp MOUNTING fl ra CETTE TE mm mm k i gt ai ra a AA a nmm il H me I i free frere TELET O BLAUPUNKT Robert Bosch Corporation Sales Group Mobile Communications Division 2800 South 25th Avenue Broadview IL 60155 www BlaupunktUSA com Copyright 2001 by the Robert Bosch Corporation No portion of this work may be reproduced in any form without the written consent of the Robert Bosch Corporation 5 Tripath logo name and patents are protected by Tripath Corp Santa Clara CA Printed in China May 2001
28. r level voltage to drive the amplifier E Plugs that allow for wiring the vehicle first then connect the amp E Continuously variable high pass and low pass crossover filters E Bass boost control fixed gain E Interchangeable colored plastic control lenses optional E 2 ohm non bridged capability E 0 3 6 0Vrms input capability allowing for wide range drive voltage capability from a receiver or other media device thee Se E E MAA cas Spee ea ee y E k k E a a E SAFETY CONCERNS We always recommend you have your Blaupunkt amplifiers professionally installed but the installation process is often so easy that the average consumer can achieve success with little trouble Regardless of the person installing you should be sure to review the following points before proceeding with the installation m READ THE MANUAL Understanding the product and installation limitations before h lifting a screwdriver m WEAR SAFETY GLASSES AT ALL TIMES Flying debris are always dangerous m PROTECT THE VEHICLE Always disconnect the negative battery cable before starting any kind of installation work This prevents a possible high current electrical short potential fires m HEAT Keep all audio components away from nearby hot vehicle components that heat up over time such as hoses high current wires and braking system components m GIVE YOURSELF LOTS OF TIME Rushing to complete an installation nearly always
29. sound experience for the listener without additional subwoofer boxes or electronics that may complicate the system or take up more room Sucha system WILL NOT equal the performance of a subwoofer system but will certainly be a pleasant improvement With the addition of a high pass filter this amplifier is set up to complement a dedicated subwoofer amplifier speaker system This allows for smaller e g 5 or 6 satellite speakers to operate most efficiently without being over driven in the bass region where a dedicated subwoofer system operates most efficiently SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 2 SPEAKER OUTPUTS BRIDGED LOS BRO 41811818 fyi J UU E A E GS Full Range e w g j Subwoofer High Pass 3 Channel Multi Mode Passive The multi mode system is a poor man s satellite subwoofer system This amplifier is able to drive speakers in stereo mode and at the same time drive low frequencies to a dedicated subwoofer speaker By inserting inductors coils and capacitors the result is an inexpensive solution to generating a 3 channel system with a 2 channel amplifier Using passive components coils and capacitors the installation is simple and performs adequately for most listeners Such a system will not perform as well as an active system because the slow attenuation roll off of the frequency response resulting in a moderate amount of over lapping of the sound
30. t allowing them to use Lost as HEAT DISSIPATION CURVES a smaller enclosure but their poor fidelity limits them Heat For 2x100 Watt Class T and AB Amps to bass reproduction only In contrast conventional peer Class AB amps march on with their high fidelity but poor efficiencies Therefore the need still exists for Conventional S A an amp with high fidelity but with low heat and a 125W a small chassis 100W 80W 100W Excess Excess 95W Heat Heat Class T invented and patented by Tripath Technologies provides the best of both worlds with 75W high quality sound yet low heat dissipation Due to the remarkably low heat generated we can design very small hide away boxes but also creatively shape the external housings from plastics or other materials With heat losses of only 1 3 to 1 4 of an AB design 25W Tripath opens up a whole new application world for Excess Excess Energy Wasted as Heat Blaupunkt Class T compact small design attractive amps Looks cool ow aM p IDLE 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 E Audio Power Output Watts Channel Your new Blaupunkt Amplifier offers some important features E Break away design allowing the internal amplifier to be removed from the housing and mounted in a hide away location N E REM1 Remote gain control operates in bass mode only E HLA1 High Level Adapter allowing for speake
31. wer grounding is important to insure adequate current flow Be sure to grind the surface clean of all paint to ensure a solid electrical connection SYsTEM FUSE CHART Fuse size for total amplifier system power in rms watts 100 w 200 w 500 w 1000 w in amps Wire gauge for total system in rms watts anm 2 0 8 Conan e 0 e eme A CI e AC aw e gt LOUDSPEAKER WIRE CHART Wire gauge per loudspeaker speaker power in rms watts 5 ft 1 5m 10 ft 3 0m 15 ft 4 5m 20 ft 6 0 m 25 ft 7 5 m Battery Connector Fuse or Circuit Breaker Grommet To prevent damage to power wire Power Wire 10 gage wire or larger Power Antenna Turn On Wire 18 20 gage wire Speaker Wires or RCA Cables Ground Screw Drill 1 8 hole in chassis sheet metal Use the same ground if using multiple amplifiers CONNECTIONS amp CONTROLS Ground 12 Battery Line Level Input high level w adapter provided Line Level Loop Thru Remote Gain Control Input Speaker Outputs amp turn on trigger line POWER CONNECTIONS GROUND This is the high current ground connection to the chassis of the car It should be fastened to a clean ground connection in the vehicle capable of handling high current loads This wire should be no longer than 3 feet 1 meter 12v A high current line run direct from the batter is highly recommended to insure ad

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