Directed Electronics HCCA-D1200 User Manual

Warranty

LIMITED TWO YEAR CONSUMER WARRANTY:

Directed Electronics promises to the original purchaser, to replace this product should it prove to

be defective in workmanship or material under normal use, for a period of two years from the date

of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the product PROVIDED the

product was installed by an authorized Directed dealer. During this two year period, there will be

no charge for this replacement PROVIDED the unit is returned to Directed, shipping pre-paid. If

the unit is installed by anyone other than an authorized Directed dealer, the warranty period will

be 1 year from date of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the

product. During this 1 year period, there will be no charge for this replacement PROVIDED the

unit is returned to Directed, shipping pre-paid. This warranty is non-transferable and does not

apply to any unit that has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose,

and does not cover damage to the unit caused by installation or removal of the unit. This warranty

is void if the product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use, neglect, improper service

or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or construction. ALL WARRANTIES

INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY, IMPLIED WARRANTY, WARRANTY

OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND WARRANTY OF NON-

INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED TO THE

MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, AND DIRECTED NEITHER ASSUMES NOR

AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE

SALE OF THE PRODUCT. DIRECTED HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL ACTS

OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING ITS AUTHORIZED DEALERS OR INSTALLERS. Unit must be

returned to Directed, postage pre-paid, with: consumer's name, telephone number, and address,

authorized dealer's name and address, and product description. IN ORDER FOR THIS WARRANTY

TO BE VALID, YOUR UNIT MUST BE SHIPPED WITH PROOF OF INSTALLATION BY AN

AUTHORIZED DIRECTED DEALER. ALL UNITS RECEIVED BY DIRECTED FOR WARRANTY

REPAIR WITHOUT PROOF OF DIRECTED DEALER INSTALLATION WILL BE COVERED BY THE

LIMITED 1 YEAR PARTS AND LABOR WARRANTY. Note: This warranty does not cover labor costs

for the removal and reinstallation of the unit.

BY PURCHASING THIS PRODUCT, THE CONSUMER AGREES AND CONSENTS THAT ALL

DISPUTES BETWEEN THE CONSUMER AND DIRECTED SHALL BE RESOLVED IN ACCORDANCE

WITH CALIFORNIA LAWS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA.

HCCA-D1200 HCCA-D2400 HCCA-D5000

CONTENTS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

What’s in the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Important Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Practice Safe Sound™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Record Your Serial Number and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

End Panel Layouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

CEA Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Amplifier Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Signal Input and Output Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Input Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Phase Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Line Output Configurations (System Expansion) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Internal Crossover Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Low-Pass Crossover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

High-Pass Crossover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Fine Tuning the Crossovers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Adjusting INTELLi Q . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Infinite Baffle Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Sealed Example High-Pass Set at 20Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Sealed Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Vented Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Remote Gain Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Amplifier Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Power Connections for the HCCA-D1200, and HCCA-D2400 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Power Connections for the HCCA-D5000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Speaker Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Bridging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Amplifier Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Choosing Mounting Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Trunk Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

General Precautions and Installation Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Tools of the Trade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Step By Step Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Set Up and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Testing the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Adjusting the Sound of the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Appendix—Programmable Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your purchase of Orion's HCCA-D1200, HCCA-D2400, or HCCA-D5000 power amplifier. Each Orion amplifier is designed to be the leader in its class offering the most power, advanced features, and extreme ease of use. In high-end sound systems or high SPL systems, Orion amplifiers will give you years of trouble-free performance.

● HCCA-D1200 - 1200 Watt single-channel Class D amplifier with built-in infrason-

ic filter, with INTELLi-Q, ESP2, and remote bass. The HCCA-D1200 is capable of one-channel operation with a maximum power of 1200 Watts into 1W.

● HCCA-D2400 - 2400 Watt single-channel Class D amplifier with built-in infrason-

ic filter, with INTELLi-Q, ESP2, and remote bass. The HCCA-D1200 is capable of one-channel operation with a maximum power of 2400 Watts into 1W.

● HCCA-D5000 - 5000 Watt single-channel Class D amplifier with built-in infrason-

ic filter, with INTELLi-Q, ESP2, and remote bass. The HCCA-D5000 is capable of one-channel operation with a maximum power of 5000 Watts into 1W.

Each of these amplifiers has security and programmable features controlled via a ESP

-2

serial databus and Directed's proprietary Bitwriter

tool (998T). The Bitwriter®unit must

have version 2.3 or above to access the amplifier features menu.

The installation of all Orion components will determine the overall performance result. Improper installation will not only limit the performance of your Orion system but also potentially compromise the reliability of this amplifier. To ensure proper sonic results and component reliability, please refer to your authorized Orion dealer for installation assistance or advice. If you decide to perform the installation yourself, be sure to read the entire manual before beginning the installation.

What’s in the Box

● (1) Amplifier

● (1) Spare fuse(s)

● (1) Allen wrench 4mm

● (1) Allen wrench 3mm

● (8) #8 self-tapping black Phillips head pan head screws

● (4) flat washers with adhesive

● (1) 3’ phono cable

● (1) 15’ ESP cable (amplifier to security system cable)

● (1) Amplifier installation and operation manual

● (1) Window decal

IMPORTANT NOTE

Prior to servicing your vehicle ensure that the alarm system is disarmed. Due to the amplifier’s anti-theft feature (if enabled), if the main power to the amplifier is removed while the security system is armed the amplifier operation is disabled. To reset the amplifier, refer to Appendix—Programmable Features.

PRACTICE SAFE SOUND™

Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB may cause permanent hearing loss. High power automotive sound systems can generate sound pressure levels in excess of 130dB. When playing your system at high levels, please use hearing protection and avoid long term exposure.

RECORD YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE

To ensure your warranty (see back cover), please record the following information regarding your new amplifier.

Model: __________________________________________________

Serial Number: __________________________________________________

Date of Purchase: __________________________________________________

Purchased from: __________________________________________________

END PANEL LAYOUTS

1. RCA Input - accepts RCA input from a head unit, preamplifier, or equalizer.

2. RCA Line Output - provides easy connection to additional amplifiers.

3. Master/Slave Switch - controls whether the amplifier is a slave or master when connected in combined amplifier configurations. (Refer to the Combined Amplifiers section of this guide.)

4. Gain Control - continuous adjustment for full power output.

5. Infrasonic Switch - when On cuts off extremely low bass frequencies (below the range of human hearing, that speakers cannot effectively reproduce). The high pass filter is engaged when the infrasonic switch is On. This improves efficiency of the amplifier’s power supply, improves sound reproductive performance, and reduces chances of damaging the subwoofers.

6. High-Pass Frequency Control - adjusts the frequency of the high-pass crossover.

7. INTELLi Q Control - continuously adjusts the "Q" boost of the high-pass crossover from 0 to 10dB of boost.

8. Low-Pass Frequency Control - adjusts the upper crossover frequency of the amplifier.

9. Remote Bass Input - connects optional HP-RB1 remote bass control to control the bass level from the driver’s seat.

1 2 345 6 789101112

INPUT LINE OUT

L CHL CH

R CHR CH

HPF

INTELLI-QINFRASONICGAIN

ON OFFMASTER SLAVE

MIN MAX MIN MAX

20Hz 150Hz

LPF

30Hz 250Hz

REMOTE

PHASE

Oº 180

POWER (GREEN)

INDICATOR

(YELLOW)

ESP PORT

PROTECT

(RED)

ESP

10. Phase Control Switch - provides either 0 or 180 degree phase shift of the ampli- fied output (speaker) with respect to the input signal to facilitate bridging of amplifiers.

11. Power LED - when illuminated (green) indicates that the amplifier is on.

Protect LED - when illuminated (red) indicates that the amplifier protective circuitry has been activated due to thermal, output short, supply undervoltage or supply overvoltage.

ESP

Indicator LED - when illuminated (yellow) indicates ESP®functionality and

is used to diagnose ESP

features. The LED flash characteristics will assists in diag-

nosing the type of fault (see Appendix).

NOTE: The LED on top of the amplifier may also illuminate and flash with the ESP®LED

indicator, if this option has been enabled by your installer (requires Bitwriter®).

12. ESP®Port - connection port for Bitwriter®or ESP2 security system.

HCCA-D1200

HCCA-D2400

HCCA-D5000

1. ATC Fuse - this fuse(s) protects the amplifier against internal electrical damage and is meant to protect the amplifier only. All other power connections should be fused at the source. The HCCA-D1200 has two 30-amp fuses. The HCCA-D2400 has three 40-amp fuses. The HCCA-D5000 has one inline 250-amp fuse.

1234 5

FUSE

+BAT REM GND

SPEAKER

+ + - -

1234 5

FUSE

+BAT REM GND

SPEAKER

+ + - -

+BAT REM GND +BAT REM GND

234234 5

SPEAKER

+ + - -

2. +BAT - connect this terminal through a FUSE or CIRCUIT BREAKER to the positive terminal of the vehicle battery or the positive terminal of an isolated audio system battery.

WARNING: Always protect this power wire by installing a fuse or circuit breaker of the

appropriate size within 12 inches of the battery terminal connection.

3. REM - this terminal turns on the amplifier when (+) 12 volt is applied. Connect it to the remote turn on lead of the head unit or signal source. If a (+) 12 volt remote turn lead is not available, a Remote Power Adapter (P/N #55000) can be used to supply a remote turn on signal. DO NOT connect this terminal to constant (+) 12 volt.

4. GND - power return connection. Connect this terminal directly to the sheet metal chassis of the vehicle, using the shortest wire necessary to make this connection. Always use wire of the same gauge or larger than the (+) 12 volt power wire. The chassis connection point should be scraped free of paint and dirt. Use only quality crimped and/or soldered connectors at both ends of this wire. DO NOT connect this terminal directly to the vehicle battery ground terminal or any other factory ground points.

5. Speaker - connect the speakers to these terminals. (refer to the Speaker Connection section of this guide.)

NOTE: Make all connections to power, ground, speakers, and remote terminals before

final positioning and installation of the amplifier in the vehicle.

NOTE: the HCCA-D5000 has two terminal strips for power connections. The +BAT and

GND connections can be made to either of these terminals.

CEA SPECIFICATIONS

HCCA-D1200

Power Output: 250 Watts RMS x 1 at 4 ohms and <

1% THD+N

Signal to Noise Ratio: -60 dBA (reference 1 Watt into 4 ohms)

Additional Power Output: 600 Watts RMS x 1 at 1 ohm at 14.4 Supply<

1% THD+N

HCCA-D2400

Power Output: 450 Watts RMS x 1 at 4 ohms and <

1% THD+N

Signal to Noise Ratio: -60 dBA (reference 1 Watt into 4 ohms)

Additional Power Output: 1200 Watts RMS x 1 at 1 ohm at 14.4 Supply<

1% THD+N

HCCA-D5000

Power Output: 1000 Watts RMS x 1 at 4 ohms and <

1% THD+N

Signal to Noise Ratio: -60 dBA (reference 1 Watt into 4 ohms)

Additional Power Output: 2500 Watts RMS x 1 at 1 ohm at 14.4 Supply<

1% THD+N

SPECIFICATIONS

1. Continuous 4W load 20Hz to 200Hz, < 1% THD, with input voltage at 14.4VDC.

2. Continuous 2W load 20Hz to 200Hz, < 1% THD, with input voltage at 14.4VDC.

Amplifier Section HCCA-D1200 HCCA-D2400 HCCA-D5000

Power Output 4W (Watts)

note 1

250 x 1 450 x 1 1000 x 1

Power Output 2W (Watts)

note 2

400 x 1 800 x 1 1600 x 1

Power Output 1W (Watts)

600 x 1 1200 x 1 2500 x 1

Amplifier Efficiency

> 70% into 1W load at max. power

Externally Bridgeable

yes yes yes

Remote Bass Function

yes (HP-RB1 supplied)

Distortion at Rated Power

< 1.0% THD+N < 1.0% THD+N < 1.0% THD+N

Frequency Response

20Hz to 250Hz ±2.5dB

Linear Bandwidth

10Hz to 500Hz ±3dB

Damping Factor > 200 > 200 > 200

Input Sensitivity 150mV to 5V rms 150mV to 5V rms 150mV to 5V rms

Supply Voltage Range

9 to 16V 9 to 16V 9 to 16V

Protection

thermal, DC offset, reverse polarity, short protection, under-voltage, over-voltage

Terminal Wire Gauge

Power 0/1 AWG, Remote 12 AWG, Ground 0/1AWG, Speaker 12 AWG

Input Impedance

20kW 20kW 20kW

Fuse Type (2) 30 Amp (3) 40 Amp In-line 250 Amp

Dimensions 13"x10.5"x2.3" 13"x10.5"x2.3" 13"x10.5"x2.3"

Weight 8 lbs. 8 lbs. 8 lbs.

Crossover Section

High Pass Crossover

Continuously variable (20-150Hz)

Low Pass Crossover

Continuously variable (30-250Hz)

Infrasonic Filter

Selectable On/Off 24dB/Octave

-6dB at 20Hz

Selectable On/Off 24dB/Octave

-6dB at 20Hz

Selectable On/Off 24dB/Octave

-6dB at 20Hz

Intelli-Q 0–10dB boost 0–10dB boost 0–10dB boost

AMPLIFIER SETTINGS

Signal Input and Output Configurations

The input section of the amplifier consists of a phase switch that sets the output configuration, infrasonic switch, gain controls, high pass and low pass crossovers controls, Intelli-Q control, and RCA inputs. The input section makes it easy to adapt this amplifier to most system configurations.

Input Gain

These Orion amplifiers have level adjustments to allow for easy integration with any source unit. The input sensitivity can be adjusted from 150mV to 5V. Refer to Testing the System and Adjusting the Sound of the System sections of this guide for detailed instructions on setting the gain.

Phase Switches

● 0° - leaves output unaffected. The output signal is in phase with the input signal.

● 180° - inverts the output. The channel is 180° output of phase. This configuration

is useful for inverting the phase of subwoofers to improve staging in a vehicle. This is also used when bridging two amplifiers into one speaker.

Line Output Configurations (System Expansion)

NOTE: When expanding your system by adding additional Orion amplifiers in the signal

chain use only the same model(s) as the first amplier in the chain.

The line outputs on Orion amplifiers offer easy, unlimited system expansion. Routing signal from a source unit, pre-amplifier, or equalizer is a matter of connecting RCAs to the RCA Inputs of the first Orion amplifier and then the RCA line outputs to the next Orion amplifier’s RCA line inputs in the signal chain. Then the Master/Slave switch on each of the amplifers is set as follows:

The first amplifier in the signal chain will have its Master/Slave switch set to the MASTER position. In effect this first amplifier will set the gain for the remainder of the amplifiers in the signal chain.

The remaining amplifiers following in the signal chain will have their Master/Slave switch set to the SLAVE position. This allows the signal to be input directly, bypassing the subsequent amplifiers gain control. The audio level is set and supplied by the output of the master amplifier at its gain setting.

Internal Crossover Configurations

The crossover section of the Orion HCCA-D1200, HCCA-D2400, and HCCA-D5000 amplifiers is continuously variable and extremely flexible. In addition to the variable built-in low-pass filters, the high-pass crossover incorporates the INTELLi Q feature. This circuit is designed to optimize the performance of Orion subwoofers in all types of enclosures.

When using Orion loudspeakers, minor deviations from the recommended frequency ranges can provide superior results depending on your speaker locations and your vehicle acoustics. Setting crossover frequencies higher than recommended will not cause damage and may provide superior sonic results depending on your system's performance goals. Refer to your loudspeaker owner's manual for assistance in choosing the proper crossover frequencies for your system.

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