Lanzar Car Audio MXA284 Car Amplifier User Manual
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1. AA zZ anzar O PT User s mantal www lanzar com 10 Channel Active 0 J 1 Electronic Grossover Network 2 1 with Subwoofer Level INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a new Lanzar Opti signal processor Opti mobile electronics are some of the most advanced car audio products available These quality audio products are designed and engineered to afford you years of uncompromising musical service Lanzar has utilized the latest electronic technologies in order to deliver a superb listening experience The X10 Active Crossover offers the listener the ability to enjoy the finest in mobile audio The X10 unleashes the effortless natural and open quality of the real performance Car audio systems which utilize passive crossovers feed the music through chokes and capacitors which creates a bottleneck through which the music must pass Portions of the program material may pass through at different speeds creating distortion some of the music doesn t make it through at all With the Lanzar Opti X10 you ll hear all the dynamics in the bass and still hear delicacies like fingers sliding across guitar Strings The X10 also allows the user to group amplifiers and separate speakers in discrete assemblages so they play as one cohesive unit in harmony with each other The X10 becomes the music conductor in the system balancing volume assigning the proper part of the music to a spe2. 1 3 6 0 01 THD at 1 volt output 10Hz 30KHz 3 dB 95aB 60aB 14 4 Volts DC Negative ground 9 21 32 W x 10 5 8 D x 1 1 2 245 x 270m x 38mm 2 CHANNEL 3 WAY SYSTEM System wiring to REMOTE OUTPUT from HEAD UNIT Head unit Stereo DVD Player Tape Deck etc TO LINE OUT OF HEAD UNIT BATTERY GROUND TO SUB OUTPUT TO REAR OUTPUT TO FRONT OUTPUT A SUB CHANNEL REAR CHANNEL FRONT CHANNEL Speakers Speakers Speakers System W to REMOTE OUTPUT from HEAD UNIT Head unit Stereo DVD Player Tape Deck etc TO REAR OUT OF HEAD UNIT TO SUB OUTPUT TO REAR MID OUT TO REAR REAR MID WOOFER Speakers SUPER TWEETER Speakers SUBWOOFER Speakers TO FRONT MID OUT MIDRANGE SUPER TWEETER Speakers Speakers 2 CHANNEL MULTIPLE CROSSOVER SYSTEM 1Nd1N0 0 siayeads 4a4OOM CIN 1 INOUd OL suayeads Y3LJJML HDIH 2 OL siayeads 4uadOOMAENS AYA siayeads siayeads I NVYAIN 44 OL 1N0 HDIH 4 CHANNEL 4 WAY SYSTEM System wiring entt Sturm Dach FRONT 8 REAR OUT OF HEAD UNIT TO REAR Te REAR MID OUT HIGH OUT TO SUB OUTPUT REAR MID WOOFER Speakers REAR TWEETER Speakers SUBWOOFER Spea
3. Setting the system provides a necessary starting point for fine tuning the entire audio system to maximum performance NOTE DO NOT MOUNT CROSSOVER UNTIL THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES HAVE BEEN COMPLETED 1 Preset each amplifier input gain adjustment at the amplifier to half of maximum 2 Before turning the audio system on preset adjust the front rear and sub woofer output level controls as well as the front channel high pass and sub woofer channel low pass crossover points 3 Slowly turn the volume up and listen carefully for obvious trouble in sound distortion no sound no hiss total silence Turn the system off refer to Trouble Shooting Guide at this manual Caution DO NOT ROUTE AUDIO CABLES AND POWER CABLES TOGETHER THIS CAN CAUSE ENGINE NOISE IN YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE SYSTEM FROM THE BATTERY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE OR ALTER ANY CONNECTIONS THIS PRODUCT IS DESIRED FOR USE IN ANY 12 VOLTS NEGATIVE GROUND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ONLY INSTALLING THIS PRODUCT IN ANY POSITIVE GROUND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COULD SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE AUDIO SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM 1 There is an audible distortion at a low volume level 2 Awhining sound can be heard through the speakers when the audio system is at low volume with the engine running The whining noise remains unchanged or seems to disappear when the volume level is increased 3 There is a motor boating type of sound when the engine is running and t
4. limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts 50 the above limitations and 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
5. to 12dB he acoustical he front channels Mid High Pass Control sets the low crossover point for the midrange drivers between 40Hz and vers between 1 6kHz and 8kHz High Pass Control sets the low crossover between 1 and 8kHz There are Front Gain Controls for both the midrange drivers and the high frequency drivers low crossover point for the midrange drivers between 40Hz and 240H7z igh crossover point for the midrange drivers between 1 6kHz and 8kHz High Pass Control sets the low crossover point trols for both the midrange drivers and the high frequency drivers offa ch to 180 position shifts the signal 180 out of phase relative to the front and rear output signals This is especially able in minimizing some of the tubbyness that is characteristic of many vehicles The Stereo Mono Switch sums the signal in the mono mode to provide a mono output for those users who are utilizing a single channel subwoofer design d 120Hz 11 Rear Channel Output Terminals 12 Subwoofer Output Terminals 13 Subwoofer Level Remote Control Terminal 14 Power Indicator 15 Front Inputs 16 Rear Inputs 17 Dual Inputs Outputs 18 Dual SUB IN amp F R MIX Switch This termin the user to have easy access to adjust the bass levels to compensate for increased road noise or recording variations This indicator lights up when the internal power supply is activated and the unit is operational To be connected
6. automobile to prevent damage especially in an accident Do not mount this signal processor so that the wire connections are unprotected or in a pinched co select a location inside your vehicle which has adequate ventilation ndition or likely to be damaged by nearby objects Be sure to Before making or breaking power connections in your system disconnect the vehicle battery Confirm that your head unit or other equipment is turned off while connecting the input and output jacks If you need to replace the power fuse only replace it with a fuse identical to that supplied with the system Using a fuse of a different type or rating may result in damage to your system which isn t covered by the manufacturer s warranty Suggested Tools and Other Parts In line fuse holder e Felt tip marking pen e Electric drill with a Phillips head screwdriver bit e Crimping tool or needle nose pliers e Wire strippers Tape measure and ruler e Orange wire 20 gauge or heavier Red and Black wire 18 gauge or heavier RCA stereo audio cables quantity and length determined by application Solder less connectors or soldering gun with heat shrink tubing TAPPING SCREW 5 1 Ae x25 B x6 SPRING WASHER SW4g B x6 PLAIN WASHER PW4 B x6 Mounting and Installation Processor Installation 1 Find a suitable location in the vehicle to mount the processor The X 10 is a trunk mount unit and it should be installed in clos
7. cific instrument delaying some sounds so they reach your ear just as the rest of the music does with the sole purpose of creating the illusion that there is only the music general features precautions features and specifications system wiring mounting and installation noise check and system adjustment troubleshooting 4 6 11 12513 14 12 general features 10 Crossover Channels Blue Light Illumination 4 Channel Inputs Signal Pass through for Additional Processors Remote Bass Level Control High Channels Separate Front and Rear Frequency and Gain Controls Mid Channels Separate Front and Rear Frequency and Gain Controls Sub Channels Frequency and Gain Control Selectable Q Settings for Front and Rear Channels Subwoofer Stereo Mono Switch High Channel and Subwoofer Phase Inverters Bass Boost Frequency and Level Control Gold Plated Connectors and Terminals Precautions To prevent short circuits be sure to disconnect the negative battery ground lead before wiring the system up When you finish the installation be sure to make one more check to be sure everything is done correctly Reinstate all car parts that were removed Reconnect the negative battery ground lead features and specifications 1 F R INPUT SWITCH 2 FRONT amp REAR CHANNEL MID CUT 0 SELECTORS 3 FRONT amp REAR CHANNEL MID CUT CONTROLS 4 Front amp Rear Channel High Pass Phase Inverters 5 Front Frequency amp Gain Cont
8. e proximity to your amplifier system the amp rack You should pick a location that offers easy access to the unit for adjustment 2 Before starting disconnect the vehicle s negative battery ground to prevent short circuits 3 There are three power terminals on the X 10 18 gauge stranded or heavier and insulated wire should be connected to the terminal marked B Wire an in line fuse holder on this lead as it is the 12 Volts DC wire for the system This wire should be connected to your vehicle s battery If a wire is run directly to the battery make sure to install a in line fuse on this wire within 12 from the battery A black stranded wire of at least 18 gauge should be connected to the terminal marked B This is the ground wire for the X 10 and should be attached to the same ground point with the amplifiers in the system Keeping this ground wire as short as possible improves the electrical circuit and keeps ground related noise problems to a minimum e orange stranded wire of a least 20 gauge should be connected to the terminal marked Remote This wire connects to your head units remote out or power antenna lead out This wire should supply 12 Volts DC any time the radio cd or cassette are playing This lead must also be connected to any other components in your system that utilize a remote turn on lead for powering up 4 Connect all line inputs and outputs using high quality RCA RCA cables 5 Recheck all connect
9. he audio system volume is set at a reasonably high level 4 High squeal noise from speakers POSSIBLE CAUSE Output levels NOT set correctly Crossover frequencies NOT set correctly e Check for shorts on the speaker leads Check the red power wire It muse be connected directly to the battery Check the system s ground point It muse make good contact with chassis ground bare metal e The radio and the CROSSOVER must be grounded at the same reference point Check the red power wire It must be connected directly to the battery Check the system s ground point It must make good contact with chassis ground bare metal e This is almost always caused by a poorly grounded RCA patch cord Limited Warranty policy All Lanzar Signal Processors are carefully constructed and thoroughly tested before shipment Units purchased in the USA are warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for three 3 years from the date of purchase This warranty is limited to the original retail purchaser of the Signal Processor Should the unit fail due to a factory defect in material or workmanship your unit will be repaired or replaced at the sole discretion of Lanzar To obtain warranty service you must first call our Consumer Return Hotline number at 718 236 6948 to obtain a Return Authorization RA number This RA Number must appear on the outside of your package and on all paperwork relating to you
10. ions before powering up 6 Set all level controls to their least sensitive positions and set all crossover controls switches etc to the desired frequency or position Once the system is powered up set the volume control on the head unit to about the 2 o clock position and then set all the amplifiers level controls for half output level 8 You are now ready to do a engine noise test Start the vehicle s engine Turn the audio system on and listen to the system at various volumes and engine RPMs If you have ignition noise turn the engine off and refer to the Trouble Shooting Page of this manual 9 If there is no ignition noise in the system securely tighten the crossover mounting screws and double check the wiring for security You are ready to start adjusting your X 10 Active Crossover Noise CHECK and SYSTEM adjustment NOISE CHECK Check the entire audio system for noise before permanently securing the CROSSOVER mounting 1 Start the engine 2 Turn the audio system on 3 Rev the engine and vary the VOLUME of the audio system to determine if there is any unwanted noise If so turn both the audio system and the engine off Do not secure the CROSSOVER mounting screws Refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide at this manual 4 If the audio system does not have any noise securely tighten the CROSSOVER mounting screw and double check the wiring cables for safe placement SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT Preliminary Adjustments Pre
11. kers FRONT TWEETER Speakers 6 CHANNEL 5 WAY SYSTEM System wiring to REMOTE OUTPUT from HEAD UNIT Head unit Stereo DVD Player Deck etc TO FRONT REAR amp SUB OUT OF HEAD UNIT TO REAR REAR MID OUT HIGH OUT SUBWOOFER REAR MID WOOFER REAR TWEETER Speakers Speakers Speakers TO FRONT MID OUT FRONT HIGH OUT FRONT MID WOOFER FRONT TWEETER Speakers Speakers Mounting and Your new Opti Series crossover comes complete with all required mounting hardware installation Please read the Installation Precautions section below before 2 your Lanzar Opti signal processor and then refer to the diagrams provided to connect power audio input and output connections according to your own system configuration requirements Precautions Mark the location for the mounting screw holes by positioning the crossover where you wish to install it and use a scribe or one of the mounting screws inserted in each of the mounting holes to mark the mounting surface If the mounting surface is carpe ed measure the hole centers and mark with a felt tip pen Before you drill or cut any holes investigate your car s layout very carefully Take care when you work near the gas tank fuel lines hydraulic line and electrical wiring Do not operate the signal processor when it is unmounted Attach all audio system components securely within the
12. r return When returning the unit to us for warranty service it must be carefully packed and shipped prepaid to R A Lanzar Service Center 1600 63rd Street Brooklyn NY 11204 WWW lanzar com Crossouer You must also include the following items with your return A of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase A brief letter indicating the problem you are experiencing with the product Include in your letter your return address daytime phone number and RA Number e Also include a check or money order for 20 00 for return shipping handling and insurance or provide your VISA MasterCard number with expiration date Our obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of the defective unit when it is returned to us prepaid This warranty will be considered void if the unit was tampered with improperly serviced or Subject 10 misuse neglect or accidental damage All implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of the warranty Lanzar expressly disclaims any liability for incidental or consequential damages caused by product defects This warranty does not cover any expense incurred in the removal and or reinstallation of the Signal Processor ae total liability will not exceed the purchase price of the Signal rocessor Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or
13. rols 6 Rear Frequency amp Gain Controls 7 Subwoofer Frequency amp Gain Controls 8 Subwoofer Phase Inverter amp Stereo Mono Switches 9 Bass Boost Level amp Frequency Controls 10 Front Channel Output Terminals specifications In the 2CH position rear inputs are split and directed to the front and rear channels sim has only one pair of output jacks If the source unit has in the ACHT position The Q slide switches select Q values of 1 3 or 6 on the 1 increases with Q value at Q 1 cut is 10dB at 0 3 cu is effective in larger vehicles one should use a low Q val usually preferable which affecting a narrower band of fre For best results These co it the frequencies around 180 Hz maxi frequency response of typical vehic as well as the listener s close proxi ntrols is perm Positioning the switch to 180 position shifts the signa controls for t Control locates the high crossover There are 240 2 3 freguency id Low Pass ay wish to use the Mid Cut controls and mum of 10dB In this frequency range many automobile sound systems req es This acoustical peak in response is usually a result of the relatively small interior listening volume of an automobile mity to the bass speakers dependent front and rear channe 80Hz Mid Cut filters The maxim ultaneously This feature should be used whe outputs disengage the parallel input by slidi um amo
14. to the Front outputs of the head unit Make sure the Dual Input Switch i in the ACHT position features and specifications al may be used to connect the Remote Subwoofer Level Control This enable To be connected to the Rear outputs of the head unit If your head unit has only one set of outputs connect them to the Rear set of inputs When used When used as inputs these terminals are connected to the sub out of the source unit as outputs these terminals are connected to the Rear channel inputs of another electronic crossover in a multi crossover system When this switch is in the F R MIX position the stereo sum of the front and rear input signals is routed to the Dual In Out terminals This summed signal can then be used by the subwoofer channel or become output to another electronic crossover In the SUB IN position the Dual In Out terminals become the input terminals for the subwoofer channel Crossover Frequencies Front High Pass Front Mid High Pass Front Mid Low Pass Bear High Pass Bear Mid High Pass Rear Mid Low Pass Crossover Slope Rate Subwoofer Boost Boost Frequency Mid Cut Mid Cut Q Distortion Frequency Response Signal to Noise Ratio A Separation Power Source Dimensions 1 6K 8KHz 40Hz 240Hz 1 6KHZ 8KHz 1 6KHZ 8KHz 40 2 240Hz 1 6KHZ 8KHz 12 per octave Single octave 00 12 dB at 40 120H7z variable 100 180Hz 0 1
15. unt of cut possible at 180Hz with the n the head unit ng the switch to Mid Cut Controls is 13dB and at Q 6 cut is 17dB Lanzar suggests that for the wider gentler attenuation which lich affects a wider band of 65 0 Selectors conjunctio ue wh quenc 0 be attenuated or cut the amoun frequencies In smaller vehicles setting a hig n with the PHASE switches in different combin her Q value is ations t set by the Q selector In the 180 Hz frequency range by a ire atten 180 out of phase relat point for the midrange dri uation due to the acoustic peak that exists in ive to the front and rear output signals point fo There are 3 frequency controls for th id Low Pass Control locates the h for the h the high frequency drivers rear channels Mid High Pass Control sets th 1 6kHz and 8kHz There are Rear Gain igh frequency drivers betwee Th 12 Subwoofer Frequency Control is B per octave A Subwoofer Outpu Positioning the Subwoofer Phase Swi These controls are used to egualize th used to select a crossover point between 40Hz 240HZ At the selected frequency the bass begins to rol Gain Control adjusts the output signal level for the sub channel subwoofer channel The Bass Boost Frequency Control is used for selecting a frequency between 40Hz The Bass Boost Level Control adjusts the gain from 0
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