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Xtant2.2/Xtant4.4

Amplifier

Owner’s Manual

Xtant2.2/Xtant4.4 Amplifier Owner’s Manual

WELCOME TO XTANT

Congratulations on your Xtant amplifier purchase. The concept is simple—a more carefully engineered amplifier to produce superior sound. That is our passion—to exceed your expectation of the automotive listening experience. We are driven by it. To accomplish this lofty goal, it takes the finest engineering talent in the business, combined with a dedication to superior materials. We add in a multitude of features, unique cosmetics, and creative system integration.

Xtant products are only available through the finest, most highly-specialized mobile audio retailers. Your authorized Xtant retailer was chosen because of their passion for excellence and their commitment to expanding their expertise. Please remember, exceptional audio requires professional installation. Your Xtant retailer will optimize your system to meet your personal tastes.

With your purchase of Xtant mobile audio, you publicly confirm your status as a connoisseur of fine music. We salute you and welcome you to our family.

Welcome to Xtant!

INSTALLING YOUR XTANT AMPLIFIER

All Xtant amplifiers and accessories are intended to be installed by an Xtant-certified professional mobile audio installation specialist. It is the recommendation of Xtant Technologies that your new Xtant product(s) and all of your mobile audio products be installed by your Authorized Xtant retailer.

In the event you decide to install your new Xtant product(s), please take the time to read this Owner’s Manual in its entirety. Installation and/or use of your amplifier in applications or methods other than those specified in your Xtant amplifier owner’s manual may result in a reduction of the overall performance capability of the amplifier. Any such installation or usage renders the product warranty void. The following guidelines are designed to assure a safe and properly installed Xtant Mobile Audio System.

We strongly recommend that you acquaint yourself with your Xtant amplifier’s available features and spend some time designing a system most suitable for you. Consider the components you have now, those you have and plan to upgrade, and those you plan to add in the future.

FRANÇAIS	PG 11
ESPAÑOL	PG 19
DEUTSCH	PG 27

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SPECIFICATIONS

	XTANT2.2	XTANT4.4
Frequency Response:	20 Hz-20 kHz ±1dB	20 Hz-20 kHz ±1dB
Number of Channels:	2	4
Watts per Channel @ 4Ω:	2 x 50	4 x 50
Watts per Channel @ 2Ω:	2 x 100	4 x 100
Bridged Mono @ 4Ω:	1 x 200	2 x 200
Recommended Load:	≥2Ω Stereo / ≥4Ω Bridged	≥2Ω Stereo / ≥4Ω Bridged
Distortion (THD):	≤.1%	≤.2%
20 Hz-20 kHz
at rated power, all channels
driven 4Ω
Signal to Noise Ratio:	≥ 100dB	≥ 100dB
A-weighted
in 20 kHz noise bandwidth
@ 1 volt sensitivity
Damping Factor:	≥ 200 @ 100 Hz	≥ 100 @ 100 Hz
	with 4Ω load	with 4Ω load
Input Sensitivity:
Unbalanced	100 mV-8.5 V RMS	100 mV-8.5 V RMS
Balanced	200 mV-17 V RMS	200 mV-17 V RMS
Input to Line Output Gain:	0dB	0dB
On-Board Crossover:	HP: 12dB/Oct,	Front-HP:12dB/Oct,
	40-120 Hz	40-120 Hz
	LP: 24dB/Oct Mono,	Rear-HP: 12dB/Oct,
	40-120 Hz	or LP:24dB Mono LP,
		40-120 Hz
Balanced Line:	On Board	On Board
Power Supply:	Fully Regulated, PWM	Fully Regulated, PWM
Operational Voltage:	10-16 Volts	10-16 Volts
Fusing Requirement:	30 Amp	60 Amp
Size (L x W x H):	1111⁄16" x 91⁄16" x 2"	159⁄16" x 91⁄16" x 2"
	297mm x 230mm x 51mm	395mm x 230mm x 51mm
A.R.C.:	0-15dB Level Adjustment	0-15dB Level Adjustment
Bass Boost:	0-12dB @ 45 Hz	0-12dB @ 45 Hz
Warranty:	Limited 4 Year Parts	Limited 4 Year Parts
	and Labor	and Labor

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PERFORMANCE FEATURES

ACTIVE RESONANCE CONTROL

Active Resonance Control (ARC). This circuitry compensates for the unwanted resonance frequencies created when installing midbass or midrange speakers in the kick panels or lower door areas of a vehicle.

FULLY REGULATED PWM POWER SUPPLY

Xtant amplifiers feature a Fully Regulated, Pulse Width Modulated power supply. This power supply technology provides high efficiency and consistent output performance even when battery voltage is less than optimum.

CROSSOVER

This control allows the user to choose the exact low-pass or high-pass frequency range the amplifier will play for the best possible performance.

BALANCED/FLOATING INPUT

When enabled, this circuitry helps to eliminate “system noise” associated with ground loops. When combined with the input sensitivity adjustment, it allows the amplifier to accept up to 17V of input signal.

PROTECTION CIRCUITRY

Both Thermal and Overcurrent protection are incorporated into Xtant amplifiers. In the event of a problem, the amplifier will reduce its power to maintain operation.

STATUS LEDS (LOCATED ON THE TOP OF THE AMPLIFIER)

Three LEDs indicate operational status of Xtant amplifiers. The red LED illuminates when the amplifier is “ON”, the yellow LED indicates that overcurrent protection is engaged, the orange LED indicates that the thermal protection circuit is engaged.

OPTIONAL PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENTS

HIGH LEVEL ADAPTER (HLA)

High Level Adapters allow you to connect a source unit with speaker level outputs to your Xtant amplifier.

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CONNECTIONS & CONTROLS

1. INPUT – Xtant2.2and Xtant4.4 amplifiers feature RCA type input connections. Source units with an output signal level of 100mV–17V may be used.

1 2 See "Balanced Input" for proper voltage level setting.

2.OUTPUT – These RCA type output connections send full range signals to additional amplifiers eliminating the need for "Y" connectors.

3.BALANCED INPUT – The balanced input switch serves two purposes. First, it helps eliminate noises being induced into the signal path by isolating the

3signal ground. Second, it is used to set the proper input voltage range:

OFF POSITION: 100mV – 8V

ON POSITION: 200mV – 17V

4.GAIN – This feature is used to fine-tune the input sensitivity of the amplifier to the source unit’s output level.

5.A.R.C. – The Active Resonance Control (A.R.C.) is a level adjustment that

4reduces the resonant frequencies inside the vehicle to improve the mid-range sound quality. Turn this control either clockwise or counter clockwise until the vocals of the music are up-front and centered in the vehicle. The mid-range sound should be smooth and detailed.

		6. XOVER SWITCH – This switch is used to pick the preferred frequency
	5	range the amplifier will play. A high-pass, low-pass, or full range output may
	5	be selected.
		be selected.
		7. XOVER FREQUENCY CONTROL – This control allows the user to choose
		the exact low-pass or high-pass frequency range the amplifier will play for the
		best possible performance. The upper end of the low-pass crossover range can
		be selected from 40Hz-120Hz at 24dB per octave with a mono output. The

6lower end of the high-pass crossover range can be selected from 40Hz-120Hz at 12dB per octave with a stereo output.

8.BASS BOOST – This feature will add up to 12dB of low frequency impact to the audio system. The Bass Boost is centered at 45Hz.

9.SPEAKER CONNECTION – These output terminals are individually labeled

7for proper speaker connections. When bridging the amplifier, use the left positive terminal and the right negative terminal only. Warning: do not bridge the amplifier with an impedance lower than 4 Ohms.

10. POWER TERMINALS – This is the main power connection for the amplifier. The power and ground wire size should be the same gauge.

GND – The ground wire from this connection must be attached

8to bare metal on the vehicle.

REM – To turn the amplifier on/off, this terminal must be connected to the source unit’s "remote or electric antenna" wire.

+12V – The power wire from this connection must be attached to an inline fuse, then to the positive side of the vehicle battery.

	9	WARNING: An outboard fuse must be installed in-line with the power wire within
	9	18 inches of the battery.
		18 inches of the battery.

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SAFEGUARDS

WIRING REQUIREMENTS

Your Xtant power amplifier is designed for use with a 12 Volt, negative ground system. Installation of your Xtant amplifier in a vehicle with a POSITIVE ground system will result in severe damage to the amplifier, other audio components and/or the vehicle’s electrical components. If your vehicle uses a positive ground system, please consult your authorized Xtant retailer or specialty install shop.

Xtant2.2 and Xtant4.4 amplifiers have minimum wire gauge requirements for:

Power - 4 gauge Ground - 4 gauge Speaker cables - 12 gauge

FUSING REQUIREMENTS

Xtant2.2 and Xtant4.4 amplifiers are not fuse protected! A fuse must be installed in-line with the power wire at the battery, no further than 18" from battery. For safety, an outboard fuse should be added close to the amplifier. For fuse requirements for a single amplifier, refer to page 3 of this manual. In the case of a multi-amp system, use a fuse value equal to the combined value of all system amplifier’s power fuses.

LOCATION

A firm, flat surface with minimum vibration is ideal. Your Xtant amplifier may be mounted horizontally or vertically on a flat surface. The amplifier should NEVER be mounted upside

down. This ill-advised configuration can increase internal operating temperatures, decrease the amplifier’s ability to dissipate heat and speed up the amplifier’s automatic thermal shut down

mechanism.

Under no circumstances should your amplifier be exposed to moisture and water.

To ensure adequate ventilation, the ideal location for your Xtant amplifier is an area away from any heat source, with at least 2 inches of clearance above and around the amplifier.

COMMON OVERSIGHTS

•The battery ground should remain DISCONNECTED at all stages of installation.

•Do not begin drilling until you have put your Xtant amplifier aside. Using the amplifier as a drilling guide may cause irreparable damage to the amplifier and void your warranty.

•Do not route any wires underneath or outside the vehicle body.

•Route signal wires (RCAs from source unit, speaker wires, etc.) away from power wires (power, ground, etc.) to avoid ground loops and other sources of noise.

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INSTALLATION

Any deviation from the connection specifications recommended may cause serious damage to the amplifier, speakers and/or vehicle electrical system. Please double-check the connections before turning the system on.

PROCEDURE

1.Disconnect the vehicle’s negative battery connection.

2.Using the supplied allen wrenches, remove the four (4) screws from the annealed stainless steel amplifier cover. Put this aside until your installation is complete to prevent damage to the cover.

3.Place your Xtant amplifier at the predetermined mounting location. Using a felt pen, mark the exact position of the mounting holes on the mounting surface. Set your Xtant amplifier aside. Use a sharp, precise blade to cut small circles in the carpet and padding around the four marks denoting your mounting holes to expose the metal underneath. Use a center punch to make an indentation in the metal to ensure that you drill the exact position for the screws. Drill the four holes as marked.

4.Temporarily mount your Xtant amplifier using the four (4) long screws provided.

5.Run a power cable from the vehicle’s battery through the firewall and through the interior of the vehicle connecting one end to your Xtant amplifier’s B+ terminal and connecting the other end to the positive post on the battery.

NOTE: Install a circuit breaker/fuse within 18" of the battery. This effectively lowers the risk of severe damage to your vehicle should a short circuit ever occur in the audio system. Do not install the fuse in the fuse holder until all installation steps have been completed.

6.Find a good ground spot on the vehicle’s chassis and remove the paint to reveal bare metal at the contact point. Attach the ground wire to that contact point and connect the other end of the ground wire to the GND terminal of your Xtant amplifier.

7.Connect a Remote Turn-on wire from your source unit to your Xtant amplifier’s REM terminal (14 or 16 gauge wire). If your source unit does not have a dedicated Remote Turn-on lead, you may connect to the source unit’s Power Antenna lead.

8.Connect RCA cables from your source unit to your Xtant amplifier’s RCA input jacks. If RCA (low) level output is not available, use Xtant’s High Level Adapters (HLA—not included) to connect the speaker level (high level) wires to a set of RCA cables.

9.Connect your speakers to your Xtant amplifier’s speaker terminals using 12 gauge minimum speaker cable.

10.Double-check all the previous installation steps, in particular, the wiring and component connections. Securely mount the amplifier. Remove the protective film and screw the annealed stainless steel cover back onto the amplifier.

11.If everything is in order, reconnect the vehicle’s negative battery connection and begin adjusting your amplifier. NOTE: Be sure that the Gain Level on the amplifier is turned all the way down (counter clockwise) before proceeding with adjustments.

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ADJUSTMENTS

CROSSOVER SELECTION

The Xtant2.2 amplifier has built-in High-pass/Low-pass crossover

1.When HP (High-pass) is selected, the amplifier will be devoted to mid/ tweeters.

2.When LP (Low-pass) is selected, the amplifier will be used to drive woofers/subwoofers.

3.When BP (Bypass) is selected, the amplifier is used as a full range amplifier.

The Xtant4.4 amplifier has built-in High-pass crossover for the front channels and a High-pass/ Low-pass crossover for the Rear channels.

1.When HP (High-pass) is selected, the outputs will be devoted to mid/tweeters.

2.When LP (Low-pass) is selected, the outputs will be used to drive woofers/subwoofers.

3.When Full (Full Range) is selected, the outputs is used as full range outputs.

CROSSOVER FREQUENCY SELECTION

Crossover frequencies for the on-board crossovers are adjustable between 40-120Hz Hz. Adjust the setting according to your speaker component specification or to your particular preference—counter-clockwise for a lower frequency, clockwise for a higher frequency.

BALANCED INPUT ADJUSTMENT

OFF POSITION: when using Low Level (RCAs) without a Line Driver (100mV-7.5V)

ON POSITION: when using High Level (speaker) inputs with Xtant High Level Adapters (HLA) or Low Level (RCAs) with a Line Driver (7.5V-17V)

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GAIN CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

1.Turn the Left and Right Gain controls all the way down (counter-clockwise)

2.Set the volume control of the source unit to approximately 2⁄3 of its maximum output

3.Turn the balance control of the source unit to its center position

4.Leave the tone (bass/treble) controls at their usual position

5.Play a CD or tape track with wide dynamic range

6.Use the Bass Boost Control to enhance the bass performance (if desired)

7.To locate the optimum input sensitivity setting, turn the Left and Right Gain controls clockwise until audible distortion starts to develop. Turn the sensitivity control counterclockwise slightly to minimize the distortion.

8.If you often switch between sources (CD, tape, radio, etc.) you will need further adjustment since radio output level differs from that of CD or tape. In this case, you need to locate a balanced sensitivity setting which is best for the output level of your sources.

BASS BOOST CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

Select a boost level between 0dB and +12dB to enhance the bass performance for your sound system. Remember that every 3dB of boost costs you twice as much in power. Make sure to set the final gains after setting the Bass Boost to work best with your subwoofer/enclosure combination.

A.R.C.

Active Resonance Control (A.R.C.) is a level adjustment that reduces the resonant frequencies inside the vehicle to improve the mid-range sound quality. Turn this control clockwise or counter-clockwise until the vocals of the music are up-front and centered in the vehicle. The mid-range sound should be smooth and detailed.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM: No power

SOLUTION: Check connections to the amplifier’s Ground, B+ & Remote terminals. Check connection at “+” terminal of the battery. Check the remote turn-on terminal. Ensure it receives power when the source is turned on (or when the switch is turned on). Refer to the Installation Section. Check the power line fuse: if fuse is blown, replace it; if fuse continues to blow, check the power wire and also the amplifier for a short. If the short is in the power wire, fix it; if the short is in the amplifier itself, see your Xtant dealer.

Check the voltage at the amplifier, and the remote ON/OFF lead. The voltage should measure between 11 V - 15 V. If the measurement is beyond this range, have the source unit checked out by an authorized dealer.

SYMPTOM: Power without sound with red power indicator on

SOLUTION: Turn the amplifier off, and Check all input & output signal cables and connections. Check the speakers for short with a VOM (volt meter) or by connecting them to another audio system. After making sure everything is normal, turn the amplifier on again.

SYMPTOM: Power without sound with orange protection indicator on

SOLUTION: The continuous orange light of the protection indicator signals a high internal operating temperature, which results in the amplifier switching off temporarily; when the amplifier cools down to a safe level, the amp will automatically restart.

SYMPTOM: No sound from one side

SOLUTION: Check balance control. Check speaker connections. Check signal input connection.

SYMPTOM: Very low sound from both radio & other source

SOLUTION: Check your radio’s fader control. Check the amplifier’s Input Sensitivity Level.

SYMPTOM: Frequent automatic amplifier shut down

SOLUTION: This indicates that the amplifier is operating continually at an exceedingly high internal temperature. High operating temperature caused by inadequate ventilation: Refer to the sub-section titled LOCATION for better amplifier location.

High operating temperature caused by an excessively low impedance load, say below 2 ohms stereo or 4 ohms bridged: Check for bad speakers and/or electronic crossover, proper passive crossover components; if difficulty persists, please consult your local authorized Xtant retailer.

High operating temperature can be caused by an incorrect input sensitivity level: refer to subsection titled GAIN CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS for correct setting.

SYMPTOM: “Motorboating”: The amplifier power indicator going off repeatedly when the audio system is on

SOLUTION: Check the amplifier’s connection to the battery.

Check battery voltage. If low, recharge or replace battery. Check all ground connections.

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BIENVENUE CHEZ XTANT

Merci d’avoir acheté un amplificateur Xtant. Le concept est simple – un amplificateur bien conçu produira un son de meilleure qualité. C’est notre passion – Dépasser vos attentes et vous donner une expérience musicale sans pareil en automobile. C’est notre but. Pour l’atteindre, nous mettons à votre disposition la meilleure ingénierie et les meilleurs matériaux disponibles. Nous avons ainsi créé un système intégré disposant de nombreuses fonctions et d’une esthétique unique.

Les produits Xtant sont uniquement disponibles auprès des meilleurs détaillants spécialisés en hifi audio mobile. Les distributeurs Xtant ont été choisis pour leur amour du matériel de qualité et pour leur désir d’améliorer leur savoir faire. N’oubliez pas que l’installation d’un matériel audio d’une telle qualité doit être réalisée par des professionnels. Votre distributeur Xtant optimisera votre système et votre niveau de satisfaction.

Que vous fassiez des compétitions de son automobile ou que vous soyez un passionné de musique, nous vous remercions et nous apprécions l’investissement que vous venez de réaliser dans un système audio mobile de qualité.

Bienvenue chez Xtant !

INSTALLATION DE L’AMPLIFICATEUR XTANT

Tous les amplificateurs et accessoires Xtant doivent être installés par un spécialiste professionnel agréé par Xtant pour l’installation du matériel audio mobile. Xtant Technologies vous conseille de faire installer les produits Xtant ainsi que tout autre matériel audio mobile par un revendeur agréé par Xtant.

Si vous décidez d’installer vous-même vos nouveaux produits Xtant, veuillez prendre le temps de lire intégralement le présent manuel d’utilisation. L’installation ou l’utilisation de l’amplificateur dans des applications ou méthodes autres que celles spécifiées dans le manuel d’utilisation de l’amplificateur Xtant risque de se traduire par une dégradation de l’ensemble des possibilités de l’amplificateur. Une telle installation ou utilisation rendra caduque la garantie du produit. Les directives ci-dessous ont été conçues pour assurer une installation sûre et correcte du système audio mobile Xtant.

Nous vous conseillons vivement de vous familiariser avec les fonctions offertes par l’amplificateur Xtant et de consacrer le temps nécessaire à la conception du système qui vous convient le mieux. Prenez en compte les composants que vous possédez déjà, ceux que vous possédez et envisagez de moderniser, et ceux que vous pensez ajouter à l’avenir.

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