Ground Zero Plutonium GZPA 1.6000D, Plutonium GZPA 1.8000D Owner's Manual

Amplifier

Owner’s Manual

PLUTONIUM

GZPA 1.6000D
GZPA 1.8000D

Linkable Class D Mono Amplifier

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PLEASE READ BEFORE INSTALLATION

Thank you for selecting a Ground Zero Plutonium amplifier. We are
providing a helpful hints list which should keep you from experiencing
unnecessary shut down.

FEATURES:

• Class-D High Power Mono Amp

• Efficiency >89%

• Damping Factor >200 at 20Hz 4Ω

• 16 Volt max. Power supply

• Linkable

• 1 Ω stabil (Linkmode 2Ω stabil)

• Full Power MOSFET Amplifier

• Power und Protect LED

• Lowpass 50Hz-150Hz with 24dB/Oct

• Subsonicfilter 15Hz-60Hz with 24dB/Oct

• Aluminium heat sink

• Input Sensitivity 200 mV-8 Volt

• RCA Input/Output

• Bassremote Control

• Bassboost 0-12 dB

• Phase Shift 0°-180°

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Tools and materials you need

• Screwdriver, electric drill, 1/8 carbide drill bit

• Use 2 AWG power wire (min. 35 mm²/ 1.38”)

• Ground your amplifier close to installation location

• Use 12 AWG speaker wire or heavier from your amplifier to your speakers

• Look for burs in the path of your wires and file them flat to avoid puncture

• Use 16 AWG wire for remote trigger

Note:
All wire gauges are based on stranded wire with polarity indicators on two wire configurations.

Please use great caution drilling your trunk- your gas tank and brake lines can be damaged by

puncturing with your drill bit. This could cause damage or failure of your cars op erating systems.

Introduction

Amplifiers provide high-performance sound reinforcement for you mobile audio equipment. It’s versatility enables
compatibility with optional equalizer, frequency dividing network crossovers, and other audio processors in a
customized system.
The Multi-Mode bridging capabilities allow flexibility in hosting several different speaker configurations.
To achieve optimum performance , it is highly recommend that you read this owners manual before beginning the
installation

WARNING

High powered audio systems in a vehicle are capable of generating „Live Concert“ high level of

sound pressure. Continued exposure to excessively high volume sound levels may cause hearing

loss or damage. Also, operation of a motor vehicle while listening to audio equipment at high

volume levels may impair your ability to hear external sound such as; horns, warning signals, or

emergency vehicles, thus constituting to a potential traffic hazard. For safety reasons we

recommends listening at lower volume levels while driving.

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Mounting your amplifier

The mounting position of your amplifier will have a great effect on its ability to dissipate the heat generated
during normal operation. It has an ample heat sin k for heat dissipation, and is also designed with a thermal
shut down (for heat protection) circuit, DO NOT enclose the amplifier in a small box or cover it .
Temperatures in car trunks have been measured as high as 175’F(80 Celsius) in the summer time , since the
thermal shut-down point for the amplifier is 185’F( 85 Celsius) it is easy to see that it must be mounted for
maximum cooling capability. To achieve maximum advantage of convection air flow in a enclosed trunk, mount
the amplifier in a vertical position, on a vertical surface.
Floor mounting under the seat is usually satisfactory as long as there is at least 1 inch (2 cm) above the
amplifier’s fins for ventilation.

a) select a suitable location that is convenient for mounting, is accessible for wiring and has enough

room for air circulation and cooling.

b) Use the amplifier as a template to mark the mounting holes, remove the amplifier and drill 4 hols,

use extreme caution, inspect underneath surface before drilling.

c) Secure the amplifier by using screws.

CAUTION:
AS A PRECAUTION; IT IS ADVISABLE TO DISCONNECT THE VEHICLE’S BATTERY BEFORE MAKING CONNECTION
TO THE +12 VOLTS SUPPLY WIRING (see owner’s manual of your car for further in formation !)

min. 35mm² / 1.38” (thicker if planning for additional amplifiers) wire is recommended both the power and

grounds. Both types are available at most mobile audio dealers or installation shops.

1.) GROUND: To vehicle chassis
To avoid ignition noise caused by ground loops, it is necessary that the amplifiers are grounded on a clean, bare
metal surface of the vehicles chassis.

NOTE: GROUND WIRE SHOLD NOT BE EXTENDED MORE THAN 3 FT.(1 Meter) min. 35mm² / 1.38”

2.) +12 Volt (Fused) Constant power: To battery (+)
Due to the power requirements of the amplifier, this conn ection should be made directly to the positive (+)
terminal of battery. For safety reasons, install an in-line fuse holder (not included) as close to the battery positive
(+) terminal as possible with a rating not exceeding value of fuses in amp.

3.) Remote Turn-On Input: to power antenna output of car Stereo
This amplifier is turned ”ON” remotely when the vehicle’s stereo is turned ”ON”.

NOTE:
IF YOUR RADIO DOES NOT HAVE +12 VOLT OUTPUT LEAD ;THE “REM” TERMINAL ON THE AMPLIFIER CAN BE
CONNECTED TO VEHICLE’S ACCESSORY CIRCUIT THAT IS LIVE WHEN THE KEY IS ”ON”.