Audiobahn ACAP300Q, ACAP500Q User Manual

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HIGH PERFORMANCE RACK MOUNT
POWER CAPACITOR BANK
ACAP100Q ACAP300Q ACAP500Q
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The Audiobahn Way
To bring the product to market that excites the consumer through sound and vision from an orientation of integrity and customer service. We make you look as good as you sound. We strive to take car audio to an extreme the world has never seen, and a world that never stops evolving.
Our global manufacturing facilities feature ISO9002 ratings (the highest level of quality control awarded in the electronics manufacturing industry), fully robotic assembly lines and a state of the art, California basedR&D laboratory.
Due to overwhelming response from our competitors, and our goal to participate in even more events this year, we created *"TEAM AUDIOBAHN." This organization is designed to create a support network along with shirts and perks for team members. "TEAM AUDIOBAHN" is not only for the diehard competitor, but also for anyone that loves car audio as much as we do. With four levels of play, one is right for you to get started in the Audiobahn family.
Our Technical Department and entire staff look to strive above and beyond the rest of the pack by going that extra mile to help you out. Whether you happen to be a veteran competitor, or a beginner car audio enthusiast that does not know a voice coil from a spider. We are all here to help you get the best system you can with what you have.
Judge for yourself, and remember what it's all about, "If it's not Bigger, Badder & Better, it's not Audiobahn." If audio is your life, Audiobahn is the brand for you! We make you look as good as you sound. People never stop trying to get the best product, so we will never stop making
it.
*To learn more about "TEAM AUDIOBAHN" please give us a call, see our website at www.audiobahninc.com, or email us at team@audiobahninc.com to learn about all the details.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
CAPACITOR INTRODUCTION
SPECIFICATIONS
INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING
ADJUSTMENTS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING / DISCLAIMER
WARRANTY
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Introduction
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase of the worlds finest brand of car audio products. Here at Audiobahn Inc. we are devoted to making our musical reproduction the very best, and we are pleased you have chosen our product. Through years of engineering expertise, hand craftsmanship, and critical testing procedures, we have created a wide range of products that reproduce music with all the clarity and richness you deserve.
For maximum performance we recommend you have your Audiobahn product installed by an Authorized Audiobahn Dealer, as we provide specialized training through our Audiobahn Installer Training Programs. Please read your warranty, keep your receipt, and original carton for possible future use.
Great products and proper installation are only a small piece of the puzzle when it comes to your system. Make sure that your installer is using only 100% authentic installation accessories from the Audiobahn Connections. The Audiobahn Connections line has everything ranging from the smallest terminal, to power wires up to 0 gauge, and 4 channel RCA cables.
To get a free brochure on Audiobahn products and Audiobahn Connections in the U.S. call (714) 988-0400 or e-mail us at sales@audiobahninc.com.
WARNING
Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100 dB may cause permanent hearing loss. High powered autosound systems may produce sound pressure levels well over 135dB. Need we say more! Use common sense.
If after reading this manual, you still have questions regarding your product, we recommend that you see your nearest Audiobahn Dealer. A list of Authorized Audiobahn Dealers can be found on our web page. If you need further assistance, feel free to call us at (800)488-8595 and ask for the Technical Department. Be sure to have the model number, date of purchase, and invoice number available when you call.
The model number can be located on the outside of the carton. Record this in the space provided below along with the date of purchase. It is a good idea to keep your receipt with this, as you will need it in the case of a warranty repair or exchange.
Model Number:___________________
Date of Purchase: _____________________
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Specifications
MODEL: ACAP100Q
Capacitance--------------------------------------------------------------------1,000,000 micro farad (1 Farad) Working Voltage---------------------------------------------------------------24V DC Surge Voltage------------------------------------------------------------------30V DC E.S.R. (Equivalent Series Resistance)----------------------------------0.0012 ohm @ 120Hz / 25 C Capacitance Tolerance------------------------------------------------------+/- 5%
MODEL: ACAP300Q
Capacitance--------------------------------------------------------------------3,000,000 micro farad (3 Farad) Working Voltage---------------------------------------------------------------24V DC Surge Voltage------------------------------------------------------------------30V DC E.S.R. (Equivalent Series Resistance)----------------------------------0.0012 ohm @ 120Hz / 25 C Capacitance Tolerance------------------------------------------------------+/- 5%
MODEL: ACAP500Q
1 FARAD DIGITAL CAPACITOR WITH BANK WITH BLUE DIGITAL VOLTAGE DISPLAY, POSITIVE / NEGATIVE POLE CONNECTING BLOCK
3 FARAD DIGITAL CAPACITOR WITH BANK WITH BLUE DIGITAL VOLTAGE DISPLAY, POSITIVE / NEGATIVE POLE CONNECTING BLOCK
5 FARAD DIGITAL CAPACITOR WITH BANK WITH BLUE DIGITAL VOLTAGE DISPLAY, POSITIVE / NEGATIVE POLE CONNECTING BLOCK
Capacitance--------------------------------------------------------------------5,000,000 micro farad (5 Farad) Working Voltage---------------------------------------------------------------24V DC Surge Voltage------------------------------------------------------------------30V DC E.S.R. (Equivalent Series Resistance)----------------------------------0.0012 ohm @ 120Hz / 25 C Capacitance Tolerance------------------------------------------------------+/- 5%
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Capacitor Introduction
When installed properly, your new stiffening capacitor will provide years of dependable
service. There are many benefits of adding a stiffening capacitor. The most significant benefit is the
capacitors ability to improve bass performance in your sound system. This is possible due to the
voltage stabilizing effects of the capacitor.
When an audio system needs to deliver an instantaneous bass peak, the vehicle's
electrical system often cannot provide enough power. This means that the system voltage drops
substantially to a point that the amplifiers are unable to produce their rated power. This is referred to
as clipping. When an amplifier clips, it will cause distortion and can cause amplifier and / or speaker
damage.
Stiffening capacitors are able to store large amounts of energy in preparation of these
bass peaks. When a bass peak occurs, the stiffening capacitor delivers power to supplement the
system voltage and prevent amplifier clipping. This retains amplifier output power, thus improving
bass response and increases amplifier and speaker life span.
Another beneficial effect of capacitors is their ability to filter the current produced by the
vehicle's alternator. This alternator current, can cause noise (alternator whine) in the audio system.
A capacitor will help reduce or eliminate this "alternator whine" and popping.
We recommend using 1 farad of capacitance for every 1000 watts of amplifier output. This
is a general rule of thumb and may be adjusted up or down depending on the efficiency, current
draw, and design of the amplifiers being used.
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Installation and Mounting
Please refer to the following drawing to install screws into the mounting tabs of the capacitor's side rails. Use the lock screws to mount the capacitor brackets to the vehicle. Make sure the capacitor is securely mounted using all four brackets. Brackets are supplied with all rack mount amplifiers.
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Troubleshooting
Should you encounter a problem with your capacitor, you can follow the steps below to
make sure that it is working properly.
1. Follow all power (+) and ground (-) connections to and from the capacitor. Make sure
there are no kinks in the wire and no cuts either. If there is a problem in the wiring, make sure to use
new wire and place the wire in a good location where it will not be roughed up and abused.
2. If using a capacitor with a digital display, you can visually check the capacitor to see if it
is functioning correctly. After charging the capacitor with the provided bulb, remove the bulb and
attach the power wire. If the volt-meter changes slowly, then the capacitor is properly holding the
charge. If the display rapidly decreases and shuts off, then the cap is not properly holding a charge.
3. In the case that you find that step 2 shows your capacitor is not holding a charge, you
may want to take the capacitor to an authorized dealer to have them run a capacitance test on the
capacitor.
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Warning / Disclaimer
WARNING
Investigate the layout of your automobile thoroughly before drilling or cutting any holes. Take care when you work near the gas tanks, gas lines, hydraulic lines, and electrical wiring. Attach the system securely to the automobile to prevent damage, particularly in the event of an accident. Do not mount the system so that the wire connections are unprotected or are subject to pinching or damage from nearby objects.
The +12V DC power wire must be fused at the battery positive terminal connection. Before making or breaking power connections at the system power terminals, disconnect the +12V wire at the battery end. Confirm your radio/head unit and/or other equiptment is turned off while connecting the input jacks and speaker terminals. If you need to replace the power fuse, replace it only with a fuse identical to that supplied with the system. Using a fuse of different type or rating may result in damage to
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Disclaimer
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
For the most updated Specifications call Audiobahn,
or your local
or check
Authorized Audiobahn Dealer,
the Audiobahn website.
www.audiobahninc.com
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