Clarion A200.2, A204.2, A1200.2, A300.2, A100.2 User Manual

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Clarion A200.2, A204.2, A1200.2, A300.2, A100.2 User Manual

ArtSeries Amplifiers

Owner's Manual

A100.2 / A200.2 / A300.2

A600.2 / A1200.2

A204.2 / A404.2

7402 W. Detroit Street Suite 180

Chandler, AZ 85226

1-800-62-POWER

Designed and Handcrafted in the USA

Mobile Audio Electronics

CONGRATULATIONS AND THANK YOU for your choice of a PrecisionPower, Inc. high performance mobile audio amplifier. PrecisionPower is proud to be a world leader specializing in the design, engineering, and manufacture of "State of the Art" mobile audio electronics. Our success is derived from the fact that we do not incorporate gadgets or passing fads into our products. Sound engineering practice, combined with deceptively simple yet highly effective circuit designs, characterize every PPI product. Yet, our demand for maximum value dictates that every ounce of fat be trimmed if it does not contribute to sound quality or reliability. This is why PPI products have consistently enjoyed an unparalleled reputation for sound value. We are sure that your new Art Series amplifier will provide you the "State of the Art" in mobile audio amplification.

Important Safeguards

The following list of 'Important Safeguards has been compiled to help you achieve optimum satisfaction and the highest quality performance from your new mobile audio amplifier. Please take the time to review these safeguards before operation and or installation of your new Art Series amplifier.

Read Instructions

We all have a tendency to read instructions only after something doesn't work as anticipated. This manual provides specific information concerning the operation and installation of your new amplifier. Please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Keep Your Sales Receipt

Your PPI amplifier has a three-year limited warranty when it is installed by an Authorized PPI dealer. NonAuthorized dealer installed (PPI) amplifiers carry a one-year parts / ninety days labor limited warranty. To establish the starting date of warranty coverage, a copy of your sales receipt must accompany your amplifier for all warranty service. Please file your sales receipt away for future reference. For your convenience, a complete limited warranty statement is located at the back of this manual.

Follow Instructions

All use and installation instructions should be followed to assure proper operation of your new Art Series amplifier.

Heed All Wiring Requirements

A high-performance amplifier requires minimum wire gauges be used for the Power, Ground, Remote TumOn, and Speaker cables. To assure proper operation of your Art Series amplifier, following all wiring requirements.

Heed all Fusing Requirements

The fusing requirements of your Art Series amplifier have been established for its continued safe operation. Replacement with a higher value fuse may result in damage and voiding of warranty.

Installation Accessories

The Art Series amplifiers will require non-supplied installation accessories. Please refer to the Installation Section of this manual for a list of requirements or consult your Authorized PPI dealer before installation.

Water and Moisture

Never mount your Art Series amplifier in a location which would subject it to immersion or exposure to water.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service this amplifier yourself. Opening or removing covers will void your warranty. For service information, consult your Authorized PPI dealer or call PrecisionPower, Inc. at 1-800-62-POWER. Our customer service representatives are available Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm Mountain Standard Time.

Caution!

The use of a high-powered audio system may cause hearing loss or damage. While PPI systems are capable of "Concert level" volumes with incredible accuracy, they are designed for you to enjoy the subtleties created by musicians while listening at reasonable sound pressure levels. The use of a high powered audio system may impair your ability to hear traffic sounds, and therefore, may constitute a traffic hazard. We advise lower volume levels while driving.

Table of Contents

Glossary of Terms

4

Features

5

Specifications

6

About Your Art Series Amplifier

7

Installation

11

System Tuning

15

Troubleshooting

17

System Designs

18

Limited Warranty

20

PPI

Glossary

The following terms are used in this manual. Since they may be unfamiliar, the following definitions are provided.

AM II

Adaptive MOSFET II is an advanced protection circuit

 

designed to prevent amplifier shut-off due to low load imped-

 

ance. AM III optimizes output power to maintain uninterrupted

 

operation whenever the amplifier senses a load impedance of

 

less than two Ohms. An L. E. D. signals when AM II is working.

Bridging:

Gain:

L.E.D.:

Load Impedance:

Mixed Mono:

PWM

Combining two amplifier channels into one channel, typically used to create a mono output.

The ratio of output voltage to input voltage. The gain control allows adjustment to the amplifier's output level for varying

input levels.

Light Emitting Diode. Indicates power on / off and when AM II is working.

Measurement of speaker(s) resistance / reactance that the

amplifier must drive.

The amplifier's ability to play the Left and Right Stereo channels while playing a third (bridged) mono channel.

Pulse-Width Modulated power supply. Our PWM maintains a regulated output voltage and a high conversion efficiency over the input supply range of 11 - 15 VDC. The result is less demand on the battery, lower (amplifier) operating temperature, and extremely accurate low frequency reproduction.

Remote Turn-On:

ACM

Low current automatic switching circuit that turns the amplifier on and off. Typically connected to the remote antenna or amp turn-on lead of most car radios, cassette, or CD players.

Amplifier Control Module. Our ACM-420 (optional) controls up to ten PPI amplifiers for synchronized system start and "noise gate" functions to inhibit background noise when no music signal is present

Features

A100.2 / A200.2 / A300.2

A600.2 / A1200.2 / A404.2 / A204.2

Pulse-Width Modulated (PWM) Switching Power Supply for High-Efficiency

Regulated Power Supply Provides Full Rated Power from 11 - 15 VDC

Discrete Power Amp Circuitry

Internally Bridgeable

Mixed Stereo / Mono Operation

Output Short Circuit Protection

Differential Input Stage

Low Impedance Protection with Diagnostic L.E.D.

Adjustable Input Sensitivity

Gold RCA Input Connectors

PPI's Exclusive Wire Connection System

Liquid Cooling (Optional)

Amplifier Control Module Compatible (Optional ACM-420)

Three Year Limited Warranty

Designed and Handcrafted in the USA

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