JL Audio XD200/2 User's Manual
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1. positive connection to the battery To prevent voltage drops these wires should be upgraded to 4 AWG when installing amplifier systems with main fuse ratings above 60A FUSE REQUIREMENTS It is absolutely vital that the main power wire s to the amplifier s in the system be fused within 18 inches 45 cm of the positive battery post connection The fuse value at each power wire should be high enough for all of the equipment being run from that power wire If only the XD200 2 is being run from that power wire we recommend a 20A fuse be used If fusing the amplifier near its power connections when more than one amp is being run from the main power wire use a 20A fuse MAXI plastic body fuses are recommended TURN ON LEAD The XD200 2 uses a conventional 12V remote turn on lead typically controlled by the source unit s remote turn on output The amplifier will turn on when 12V is present at its Remote input and turn off when 12V is switched off If a source unit does not have a dedicated remote turn on output the amplifier s turn on lead can be connected to 12V via a switch that derives power from an ignition switched circuit The XD200 2 s Remote turn on connector is designed to accept 18 AWG 12 AWG wire To connect the remote turn on wire to the amplifier first back out the set screw on the top of the terminal block using the supplied 2 5mm hex wrench Strip 1 2 inch 12mm of wire and insert the2. voltage check your speaker connections as explained below Check to ensure that the speaker wires are making a good connection with the metal inside the terminal block The speaker wire connectors are designed to accept up to 8 AWG wire Make sure to strip the wire to allow for a sufficient connection with the metal inside the terminal block INSTALLATION NOTES Use this diagram to document your amplifier s switch and control positions JL AUDIO xD200 2 2 Channel Amplifier 659 fo 12 VDC Ground Remote a Wo 16 JL Audio XD200 2 Owner s Manual C ZL Input Sens Filter Mode 80 120 60 200 Off HP LP 50 500 Filter Freq Hz v E Ww 3 a V CH b R MS l OU y NOTES 18 JL Audio XD200 2 Owner s Manual NOTES LIMITED WARRANTY AMPLIFIERS USA JL AUDIO warrants this product to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two 2 years The warranty is extended to three 3 years total if installation is performed by an authorized JL Audio dealer using a JL Audio Premium Power Connection System for power wiring This warranty is not transferrable and applies only to the original purchaser from an authorized JL AUDIO dealer Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect or malfunction JL AUDIO will at its discretion repair or replace
3. 12dB per octave This is useful for connection of subwoofer s to the XD200 2 in a bi amplified system HP High Pass Configures the filter to attenuate frequencies below the selected filter frequency at a rate of 12dB per octave This is useful for connection of component speakers to the XD200 2 in a bi amplified system 2 Filter Freq Hz The filter frequency markings surrounding this rotary control are for reference purposes and are generally accurate to within 1 3 octave or better If you would like to select the filter cutoff frequency with a higher level of precision consult the chart in Appendix B page 13 Tuning Hint If you are using the XD200 2 to drive a subwoofer system LP mode a component satellite speaker system HP mode or both 80 Hz is a good baseline Filter Freq Hz setting After properly adjusting the Input Sens as outlined in Appendix A page 12 you can fine tune the Filter Freq Hz control to achieve the desired system frequency response 8 JL Audio XD200 2 Owner s Manual REMOTE LEVEL CONTROL OPTIONAL Remote Level je Preouts ha With the addition of the optional Remote Level Control HD RLC you can control the volume of the XD200 2 from the front of the vehicle This is useful for subwoofer level control rear channel level control center channel level control or even as a master volume control for the system The H
4. 80 120 M 200 so 500 Off HP LP Filter Freq Hz PRE OUTS CH 1 CH 2 L S R 2 JL Audio XD200 2 Owner s Manual PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION It is important that you take the time to read this manual and that you plan out your installation carefully The following are some considerations that you must take into account when planning your installation Cooling Efficiency Considerations The outer shell of your JL Audio amplifier is designed to remove heat from the amplifier circuitry For optimum cooling performance this outer shell should be exposed to as large a volume of air as possible Enclosing the amplifier in a small poorly ventilated chamber can lead to excessive heat build up and degraded performance If an installation calls for an enclosure around the amplifier we recommend that this enclosure be ventilated with the aid of a fan In normal applications fan cooling is not necessary Ey imPoRTANT Mounting the amplifier upside down is strongly discouraged If mounting the amplifier under a seat make sure there is at least 1 inch 2 5 cm of space above the amplifier s outer shell to permit proper cooling Safety Considerations Your amplifier needs to be installed in a dry well ventilated environment and in a manner which does not interfere with your vehicle s safety equipment air bags seat b
5. the defective product with new or remanufactured product at no charge Damage caused by the following is not covered under warranty accident misuse abuse product modification or neglect failure to follow installation instructions unauthorized repair attempts misrepresentations by the seller This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages and does not cover the cost of removing or reinstalling the unit s Cosmetic damage due to accident or normal wear and tear is not covered under warranty Warranty is void if the product s serial number has been removed or defaced Any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of the original purchase at retail and no warranties whether express or implied shall apply to this product thereafter Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties therefore these exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If you need service on your JL AUDIO product All warranty returns should be sent to JL AUDIO s Amplifier Service Facility freight prepaid through an authorized JL AUDIO dealer and must be accompanied by proof of purchase a copy of the original sales receipt Direct returns from consumers or non authorized dealers will be refused unless specifically authorized by JL AUDIO with a valid
6. Amber yellow in this situation It may be helpful to disconnect the speaker wires from the amplifier and use a different set of wires connected to a test speaker Check the nominal load impedance to verify that each channel of the amplifier is driving a load equal to or greater than 2 ohms in stereo mode 4 ohms bridged My amplifier s output fluctuates when I tap on it or hit a bump Check the connections to the amplifier Make sure that the insulation for all wires has been stripped back far enough to allow a good contact area inside the terminal block Check the input connectors to ensure that they all are making good contact with the input jacks on the amplifier 14 JL Audio XD200 2 Owner s Manual My amplifier shuts off once in a while usually at higher volumes Check your voltage source and grounding point The power supply of the XD200 2 will operate with charging system voltages down to 10V Shutdown problems at higher volume levels can occur when the charging system voltage or remote turn on voltage momentarily drops below 10V These dips can be of very short duration making them extremely difficult to detect with a common DC voltmeter To ensure proper voltage inspect all wiring and termination points It may also be necessary to upgrade the ground wire connecting the battery to the vehicle s chassis and the power wire connecting the alternator to the battery Many vehicles employ small 10 AWG 6 AWG
7. Connect the AC voltmeter to the speaker output connectors of the amplifier If the channel pair is operating in stereo it is only necessary to measure one channel If bridged make sure you test the voltage at the correct connectors L and R 8 Increase the Input Sens control until the target voltage is observed with the voltmeter 9 Once you have adjusted the XD200 2 to its maximum low distortion output level reconnect the speaker s The Input Sens controls can now be adjusted downward if the amplifier requires attenuation to achieve the desired system balance M IMPORTANT Do not increase any Input Sens setting for any amplifier channel or channel pair in the system beyond the maximum level established during this procedure Doing so will result in audible distortion and possible speaker damage It will be necessary to re adjust the Input Sens for the affected channels if any equalizer boost is activated after setting the Input Sens with this procedure This applies to any EQ boost circuit including source unit tone controls or EQ circuits EQ cuts will not require re adjustment Nom Target AC Voltage Impedance Bridged 80 174V 34 8 V 60 174V 32 8V 40 174V 28 2V 30 164V not recommended 20 141V not recommended 12 JL Audio XD200 2 Owner s Manual APPENDIX B Precise Frequency Selection Chart FILTER FREQ Detent Panel Actual Number Marki
8. D RLC connects to the jack labeled Remote Level Control on the Connection Panel of the amplifier using a standard telephone cable supplied with the HD RLC If desired multiple XD and HD amplifiers can be controlled from a single HD RLC controller using a simple phone line splitter and multiple phone cables When connected to the amplifier the HD RLC operates as follows At full counter clockwise rotation the audio will mute completely At full clockwise rotation the level will be the same as if the HD RLC was not connected at all In other words it operates strictly as a level attenuator PREOUTS The XD200 2 incorporates a pass through preamp output section so that additional amplifiers can be easily added to the system The preamp output delivers the same signal that is connected to the Amplifier Inputs This can be useful for feeding a subwoofer amplifier when the XD200 2 is being used to drive front speaker systems Note The preamp output signal is not affected by any crossover filter selected if the input signal is full range the preamp output will be full range SPEAKER OUTPUTS The XD200 2 s speaker outputs are designed to accept 16 AWG 8 AWG wire To connect the speaker wires to the amplifier first back out the set screws on the top of the terminal block using the supplied 2 5 mm hex wrench Strip 1 2 inch 12 mm of insulation from the end of each wire and insert the bare wire into the termin
9. OWNER S MANUAL xMD200 2 200W 2 Channel Amplifier Q JL AUDO o 56 S O09 S 0009 m SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY 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 we highly recommend that you have your new amplifier installed by an authorized JL Audio dealer Your authorized dealer has the training expertise and installation equipment to ensure optimum performance from this product Should you decide to install the amplifier yourself please take the time to read this manual thoroughly so as to familiarize yourself with its installation requirements and setup procedures If you have any questions regarding the instructions in this manual or any aspect of your amplifier s operation please contact your authorized JL Audio dealer for assistance If you need further assistance please call the JL Audio Technical Support Department at 954 443 1100 during business hours PROTECT YOUR HEARING We value you as a long term customer For that reason we urge you to practice restraint in the operation of this product so as not to damage your hearing and that of others in your vehicle Studies have shown that continuous exposure to high sound pressure levels can lead to permanent irreparable hearing loss This and all other high power
10. ROTECTION CIRCUITRY There is a single multi color LED on the top surface of the amplifier to indicate the amplifier s operating status je 1 Flashing Green amplifier is powering up audio output is muted 2 Constant Green amplifier is on and functioning normally audio output is active 3 Constant Red Indicates that the amplifier has exceeded its safe operating temperature putting the amplifier into a self protection mode which reduces the peak power output of the amplifier When its temperature returns to a safe level the red light will return to green and the amplifier will return to full power operating mode 4 Constant Amber yellow Indicates that an over current condition has occurred and is accompanied by a muting of the affected channel s Because the muting behavior may be very short in duration it may manifest itself as an audible repetitive ticking noise in the output Over current conditions can be caused by a speaker impedance lower than the optimum load impedance range for the amplifier or a short circuit in the speaker wiring The latter can result from a short circuit between the positive and negative speaker wires or between either speaker wire and the vehicle chassis The Status LED will remain amber for a few seconds even if the over current condition is of a very short duration This functionality can be used to diagnose a short circuit by only connecting one channel at
11. a time The Status LED will turn amber when you connect the channel that is experiencing the problem and turn the volume up 5 LED off Amplifier Shuts Off Unexpectedly The only condition that will shut down an undamaged XD200 2 completely is if battery voltage or remote turn on voltage drops below 10 volts The Status LED will turn off when this occurs The amplifier will turn back on when voltage climbs back above 11 volts If this is happening in your system have your charging system and power wiring inspected For more information on troubleshooting this amplifier refer to Appendix D pages 14 15 SERVICING YOUR JL AUDIO AMPLIFIER If your amplifier fails or malfunctions please return it to your authorized JL Audio dealer so that it may be sent in to JL Audio for service There are no user serviceable parts or fuses inside the amplifier The unique nature of the circuitry in the JL Audio amplifiers requires specifically trained service personnel Do not attempt to service the amplifier yourself or through unauthorized repair facilities This will not only void the warranty but may result in the creation of more problems within the amplifier If you have any questions about the installation or setup of the amplifier not covered in this manual please contact your dealer or technical support JL Audio Technical Support 954 443 1100 9 00 AM 5 30 PM Eastern Time Zone Monday Friday APPENDIX A In
12. al block seating it firmly so that no bare wire is exposed While holding the wire in place tighten the set screw firmly taking care not to strip the head of the screw The XD200 2 is designed to deliver power into speaker loads equal to or greater than 2 ohms when using a stereo configuration and speaker loads equal to or greater than 4 ohms when using a bridged configuration a s Vana Bridged Ey IMPORTANT Speaker loads below 2 ohms nominal per channel or 4 ohms bridged are not recommended and may cause the amplifier to initiate a protection mode which reduces power output BRIDGING CONSIDERATIONS Bridging is the practice of combining the output of two amplifier channels to drive a single load When bridged each channel produces signals of equal magnitude but opposite polarity The combined output of the two channels provides twice the output voltage available from a single channel The XD200 2 has been designed for bridging of its channel pair without the need for input inversion adaptors To bridge the XD200 2 use the Left and Right speaker connectors only the Left and Right remain unused When bridged the amplifier will deliver optimum power into a 4 ohm load Ey iMPORTANT When the XD200 2 is bridged it will deliver 200W x 1 into a 4 ohm load or 150W x 1 into an 8 ohm load Operating a br
13. amplifiers are capable of producing such high sound pressure levels when connected to a speaker system Please limit your continuous exposure to high volume levels While driving operate your audio system in a manner that still allows you to hear necessary noises to operate your vehicle safely horns sirens etc SERIAL NUMBER In the event that your amplifier requires service or is ever stolen you will need to have a record of the product s serial number Please take the time to enter that number in the space provided below The serial number can be found on the bottom panel of the amplifier and on the amplifier packaging Serial Number INSTALLATION APPLICATIONS This amplifier is designed for operation in vehicles with 12 volt negative ground electrical systems Use of this product in vehicles with positive ground and or voltages other than 12V may result in damage to the product and will void the warranty This product is not certified or approved for use in aircraft Do not attempt to bridge the outputs of this amplifier with the outputs of a second amplifier including an identical one Ch 1 amp 2 Ch 1 amp 2 Filter Status Filter Mode Freguency LED Selection Selector pg 11 pg 8 pg 8 Ch 1 82 Input Sensitivity Control pg 7 JL AUDIO XD200 8 2 Channel Amplifier z E A a E a z v 12 VDC Ground Remote Input Sens Filter Mode
14. bare wire into the terminal block seating it firmly so that no bare wire is exposed While holding the wire in the terminal tighten the set screw firmly taking care not to strip the head of the screw and making sure that the wire not the insulation is firmly gripped by the set screw 12 VDC Ground Remote xD200 2 INPUT SECTION The XD200 2 s input section allows you to send signals to the amplifier section through the use of two differential balanced inputs Input connections are via up to one pair of traditional RCA type jacks Remote Control CH 1 amp 2 Preouts Input Voltage Range The XD200 2 s input sections are designed to accept signal voltages from 100mV 4V This will accommodate all preamp level signals and many speaker level signals To use speaker level sources simply splice the speaker output wires of the source unit onto a pair of RCA plugs or use JL Audio part XD CLRAIC2 SW No line output converter is needed in most cases If you find that the output cannot be reduced sufficiently with a direct speaker level signal applied to the amplifier you may use a line output converter to reduce the signal level 6 JL Audio XD200 2 Owner s Manual INPUT SENSITIVITY CONTROL The control labeled Input Sens can be used to match the source unit s output voltage to the input stage of the amplifier for maximum clean o
15. cifications are subject to change without notice APPENDIX D TROUBLESHOOTING How do I properly set the input sensitivity on my amplifier Please refer to Appendix A page 12 to set the input sensitivity for maximum low distortion output My amplifier doesn t turn on Check the fuse not just visually but with a continuity meter It is possible for a fuse to have poor internal connections that cannot be found by visual inspection It is best to take the fuse out of the holder for testing If no problem is found with the fuse inspect the fuse holder Check the integrity of the connections made to each of the 12VDC Ground and Remote terminals Ensure that no wire insulation is pinched by the terminal set screw and that each connection is tight Check to make sure there is 12V at the Remote connection of the amplifier In some cases the turn on lead from the source unit is insufficient to turn on multiple devices and the use of a relay is required To test for this problem jump the 12VDC wire to the Remote terminal to see if the amplifier turns on get a repetitive ticking or popping sound coming out of the speaker s Check the speaker wires for a possible short either between the positive and negative leads or between either speaker lead and the vehicle s chassis ground If a short is present you will experience distorted and or attenuated output The Status LED will turn
16. elt systems ABS brake systems etc You should also take the time to securely mount the amplifier so that it does not come loose in the event of a collision or a sudden jolt to the vehicle Stupid Mistakes to Avoid e Check before drilling any holes in your vehicle to make sure that you will not be drilling through a gas tank brake line wiring harness or other vital vehicle system e Do not run system wiring outside or underneath the vehicle This is an extremely dangerous practice which can result in severe damage to your vehicle and person e Protect all system wires from sharp metal edges and wear by carefully routing them tying them down and using grommets and loom where appropriate e Do not mount the amplifier in the engine compartment under the vehicle on the roof or in any other area that will expose the amplifier circuitry to the elements Chassis Ground Left amp Right Preamp Connector Output Jacks pg 5 pg 9 Jackfor 12VPower Remote Turn On Channels 1 amp 2 Remote Level Channels 1 8 2 Connector Connector Preamp Input Jacks Control Knob Speaker Outputs pg 5 pg 6 pg 6 pg 9 pg 10 412 VDC Ground Remote CH 1 amp 2 XD200 8 Remote Level Control CH 1 CH 2 WO 9 Preouts aaa Bridged PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The JL Audio XD200 2 is a two channel full range audio amplifier utilizin
17. g JL Audio NexD ultra high speed switching technology to deliver outstanding fidelity and efficiency The XD200 2 can be operated with a wide variety of source units and system configurations TYPICAL INSTALLATION SEQUENCE The following represents the sequence for a typical amplifier installation using an aftermarket source unit or OEM Interface processor like the CleanSweep CL441dsp Additional steps and different procedures may be required in some applications If you have any questions please contact your authorized JL Audio dealer for assistance 1 Disconnect the negative battery post connection and secure the disconnected cable to prevent accidental re connection during installation This step is not optional 2 Run 8 AWG minimum power wire from the battery location to the amplifier mounting location Take care to route the wire in such a way that it will not be damaged and will not interfere with vehicle operation Use 4 AWG or larger power wire and a power distribution block if additional amplifiers are being installed with the XD200 2 3 Connect power wire to the positive battery post Fuse the wire with an appropriate fuse block and connectors within 18 inches 45 cm wire length of the positive battery post This fuse is essential to protect the vehicle Do not install the fuse until the power wire has been securely connected to the amplifier 4 Run signal cables and remote turn on wire from the source uni
18. he source unit at a low level to double check that the amplifier is configured correctly Resist the temptation to crank it up until you have verified the control settings 15 Make necessary adjustments to the input sensitivity controls to obtain the right overall output and the desired balance in the system See Appendix A page 14 for the recommended input sensitivity setting method 16 Enjoy the fruits of your labor with your favorite music 4 JL Audio XD200 2 Owner s Manual POWER CONNECTIONS Before installing the amplifier disconnect the negative ground wire from the vehicle s battery This will prevent accidental damage to the system the vehicle and your body during installation 12 VDC Ground Remote xD200 2 The XD200 2 s 12 VDC and Ground connections are designed to accept 8 4 AWG power wire 8 AWG is the minimum required wire size for this amplifier If you are installing the XD200 2 with other amplifiers and wish to use a single main power wire use 4 AWG 2 AWG or 1 0 AWG main power wire depending on the overall current demands of all the amplifiers in the system This large power wire should terminate into a fused distribution block mounted as close to the amplifiers as possible within 12 inches 30cm of wire length The fused output of the distribution block will connect to the XD200 2 with 8 or 4 AWG power wire JL Audio ECS fused distribution block
19. idged XD200 2 into a load lower than 4 ohms is not recommended Because a bridged pair of channels requires that both channels receive input you need to connect both left and right inputs to the source unit Connection of only one input will result in reduced power output increased distortion and can cause the amplifier to overheat Do not do this When the XD200 2 is operating in bridged mode the output will be in mono only one channel This mono channel can contain right channel only information left channel only information or the sum of the information from both the right and left channels In order to achieve one of these options configure the inputs to that pair of channels in one of these two ways 1 Left Channel Only or Right Channel Only Information If you wish to send a left only or right only signal to the XD200 2 use a Y Adaptor to split the single channel signal into both left and right RCA inputs This option is useful when using one XD200 2 to drive left channel speakers only and the another XD200 2 to drive right channel speakers only 2 Left Right Channel Information When bridged and fed by a stereo input the XD200 2 s channels will automatically combine the left a nd right channels into a summed mono left right channel This option is useful when using a bridged XD200 2 to drive a subwoofer system or asummed mono center channel 10 JL Audio XD200 2 Owner s Manual STATUS LED P
20. ng Freq Full counter clockwise 49 Full clockwise 483 APPENDIX C XD200 2 Specifications General Specifications Recommended Fuse Value 20A Recommended Fuse Type MAXI or AGU Input Sections No of Inputs One Stereo Pair Input Type Differential balanced with RCA jack inputs Input Range 100mV 4V RMS Amplifier Section Amplifier Topology NexD Ultra High Speed Class D Power Supply Unregulated MOSFET switching type Rated Power at 14 4V with less than 1 THD Noise 20Hz 20 kHz Stereo all channels driven 75W RMS x 2 4 ohms 100W RMS x 2 2 ohms Bridged 150W RMS x 1 8 ohms 200W RMS x 1 4 ohms Rated Power 12 5V with less than 1 THD Noise 20Hz 20 kHz Stereo all channels driven 60W RMS x 2 4 ohms 90W RMS x 2 2 ohms Bridged 120W RMS x 1 8 ohms 180W RMS x 1 4 ohms Signal to Noise Ratio gt 104 dB referred to rated power A weighted 20 Hz 20 kHz noise bandwidth gt 84 dB referred to 1W A weighted 20 Hz 20 kHz noise bandwidth Frequency Response 12 Hz 22 kHz 0 1dB Damping Factor gt 150 4 ohms per ch 50 Hz gt 75 2 ohms per ch 50 Hz Crossover Filters Filter Type State variable 12dB octave Butterworth with continuously variable cutoff frequency selection from 50 500 Hz Configurable as Low Pass or High Pass Defeatable Dimensions LxWxH 6 85 x 7 09 x 2 05 174mm x 180mm x 52mm Due to ongoing product development all spe
21. put Sensitivity Level Setting Following the directions below will allow the installer to adjust the input sensitivity of the XD200 2 simply and easily in just a few minutes using equipment which is commonly available in installation bays Necessary Equipment e Digital AC Voltmeter e CD with a sine wave test tone recorded at 0 dB reference level in the frequency range to be amplified for that set of channels 50 Hz for subwoofer channels 1 kHz for a midrange application Do not use attenuated test tones 10 dB 20 dB etc The Nine Step Procedure 1 Disconnect the speaker s from the amplifier s speaker output connectors 2 Turn off all processing bass treble loudness EQ etc on the source unit processors if used and amplifier Set fader control to center position and subwoofer level control to 3 4 of maximum if used to feed the XD200 2 3 Turn the Input Sens control all the way down 4 Set the source unit volume to 3 4 of full volume This will allow for reasonable gain overlap with moderate clipping at full volume 5 Using the chart on this page determine the target voltage for input sensitivity adjustment according to the nominal impedance of the speaker system connected to the amplifier outputs 6 Verify that you have disconnected the speakers before proceeding Play a track with an appropriate sine wave within the frequency range to be amplified by the XD200 2 at 3 4 source unit volume 7
22. return authorization number Warranty expiration on products returned without proof of purchase will be determined from the manufacturing date code Coverage may be invalidated as this date is previous to purchase date Non defective items received will be returned freight collect Customer is responsible for shipping charges and insurance in sending the product to JL AUDIO Freight damage on returns is not covered under warranty For Service Information in the U S A please call JL Audio Customer Service 954 443 1100 9 00 AM 5 30 PM Eastern Time Zone JL Audio Inc 10369 North Commerce Pkwy Miramar FL 33025 do not send product for repair to this address International Warranties Products purchased outside the United States of America are covered only by that country s distributor and not by JL Audio Inc Printed in China XD200 2 MAN 03 2010
23. ring between subwoofer systems and satellite speaker systems is best done with active filters which cut off frequency content at the input to the amplifier Active filters are more stable than passive filters and do not introduce extraneous resistance which can degrade subwoofer performance The active filter built into the XD200 2 can be used to eliminate potentially harmful and or undesired frequencies from making their way through the amplifier sections to the speaker s This serves to improve tonal balance and to avoid distortion and possible speaker failure Correct use of this filter can substantially increase the longevity and fidelity of your audio system Input Sens Filter Mode 80 120 60 200 Off HPILP o 500 Filter Freq Hz 1 Filter Mode Control The XD200 2 employs a 12dB per octave filter which can be configured as a high pass or low pass filter type or defeated completely by way of the three position Filter Mode switch Off Defeats the filter completely allowing the full range of frequencies present at the inputs to feed the amplifier This is useful for systems utilizing outboard active crossovers or requiring full range reproduction from one or more of the XD200 2 s channel pairs LP Low Pass Configures the filter to attenuate frequencies above the selected filter frequency at a rate of
24. s are recommended XD FDBU 2 and XD FDBU 4 Note Smaller AWG numbers mean bigger wire and vice versa 1 0 AWG is the largest 2 AWG is smaller then 4 AWG then 8 AWG etc To connect the power wires to the amplifier first back out the set screw on the top of the terminal block using the supplied 2 5 mm hex wrench Strip 1 2 inch 12 mm of insulation from the end of each wire and insert the bare wire into the terminal block seating it firmly so that no bare wire is exposed While holding the wire in place tighten the set screw firmly taking care not to strip the head of the screw The ground connection should be made using 8 or 4 AWG wire and should be kept as short as possible while accessing a solid piece of sheet metal in the vehicle The surface of the sheet metal should be sanded at the contact point to create a clean metal to metal connection between the chassis and the termination of the ground wire For optimal grounding we recommend the use of a JL Audio ECS master ground lug XB MGLU Alternatively a sheet metal screw or bolt can be used with a star washer Any wires run through metal barriers such as firewalls must be protected with a high guality rubber grommet to prevent damage to the insulation of the wire Failure to do so may result in a dangerous short circuit Ey IMPORTANT Many vehicles employ small 10 AWG 6 AWG wire to ground the battery to the vehicle chassis and to connect the alternator s
25. t to the final amplifier mounting location 5 Run speaker cables from the speaker systems to the amplifier mounting location 6 Find a good solid metal grounding point close to the amplifier and connect the negative power wire to it using appropriate hardware use of the JL Audio ECS master ground lug XB MGLU is recommended Use 8 AWG wire no longer than 36 inches 90 cm from the amplifier to the ground connection point In some vehicles it may be necessary to upgrade the battery ground wire See page 5 for important notice 7 Securely mount the amplifier 8 Connect the positive and negative power wires to the amplifier A fuse near the amplifier is not necessary if the XD200 2 is the only device being run from the fused main power wire If the fused main power wire is shared by the XD200 2 and other amplifiers or devices fuse each amplifier device within 12 inches 30 cm of wire length via a fused distribution block or multiple individual fuse blocks on board fuses 9 Connect the remote turn on wire to the amplifier 10 Connect the input cables to the amplifier 11 Connect the speaker cables to the amplifier 12 Carefully review the amplifier s control settings to make sure that they are set according to the needs of the system 13 Install the power wire fuse 20A for a single XD200 2 and reconnect the negative battery post terminal Install the fuse 20A near the amplifier if applicable 14 Turn on t
26. utput Rotating the control clockwise will result in higher sensitivity louder for a given input voltage Rotating the control counter clockwise will result in lower sensitivity quieter for a given input voltage Filter Mode 80 120 m K Off HPILP so 560 Filter Freq Hz y To properly set the amplifier for maximum clean output please refer to Appendix A page 12 in this manual After using this procedure you can then adjust the Input Sens level downward if this is required to achieve the desired system balance Do not increase any Input Sens setting for any channel s of any amplifier in the system beyond the maximum level established during the procedure outlined in Appendix A page 12 Doing so will result in audible distortion and possible speaker damage FILTER CONTROLS Most speakers are not designed to reproduce the full range of frequencies audible by the human ear For this reason most speaker systems are comprised of multiple speakers each dedicated to reproducing a specific frequency range Filters are used to select which frequency range is sent to each section of a speaker system The division of frequency ranges to different speakers can be done with passive filters coils and or capacitors between the amplifier outputs and the speakers which are acceptable and commonly used for filtering between mid range speakers and tweeters Filte
27. wire to ground the battery to the vehicle s chassis and to connect the alternator to the battery To prevent voltage drops these wires should be upgraded to 4 AWG when installing amplifier systems with main fuse ratings above 60A Grounding problems are the leading cause of misdiagnosed amplifier failures My amplifier turns on but there is no output Check the input signal using an AC voltmeter to measure the voltage from the source unit while an appropriate test tone is played through the source unit disconnect the input cables from the amplifier prior to this test The frequency used should be in the range that is to be amplified by the amplifier example 50 Hz for a sub bass application or 1 kHz for a full range high pass application A steady sufficient voltage between 0 1 and 4 0 volts should be present at the output of the signal cables Check the output of the amplifier Using the procedure explained in the previous check item after plugging the input cables back into the amplifier test for output at the speaker outputs of the amplifier Remove the speaker wires from the amplifier while doing this to prevent unpleasant noise and possible speaker damage Turn the volume up approximately half way 5V AC or more should be measured at the speaker outputs This output level can vary greatly between amplifiers but it should not be in the millivolt range with the source unit at half volume If you are reading sufficient
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