CS300.1
CS60.4
CS60.2
CAR AUDIO POWER AMPLIFIER OWNER’S MANUAL
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INSTALLATION
THANK YOU
for purchasing a JBL CS Series amplifier. In order that we may better serve you should you require warranty service for your new amplifier, please retain your original purchase receipt and register your new JBL amplifier online at www.jbl.com.
WARNING
Playing loud music in an automobile
can hinder your ability to hear traffic and permanently damage your hearing. We recommend listening at low or moderate levels while driving your car. JBL accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury or property damage resulting from the use or misuse of this product.
IMPORTANT
To get the best performance from your JBL CS Series amplifiers, we strongly recommend that installation be entrusted to a qualified professional. Although these instructions explain how to install CS amplifiers in a general sense, they do not show specific installation methods that may be required for your particular vehicle. If you do not have the necessary tools or experience, do not attempt the installation yourself. Instead, please ask your authorized JBL car audio dealer about professional installation.
INSTALLATION WARNINGS AND TIPS
•Always wear protective eyewear when using tools.
•Turn off the audio system and other electrical devices before you start. Disconnect the (–) negative lead from your vehicle’s battery.
•At the installation sites, locate and make a note of all fuel lines, hydraulic brake lines, vacuum lines and electrical wiring. Use extreme caution when cutting or drilling in and around these areas.
•Check clearances on both sides of a planned mounting surface before drilling any holes or installing any screws. Remember that the screws can extend behind the surface.
•Before drilling or cutting holes, use a utility knife to remove unwanted fabric or vinyl to keep material from snagging in a drill bit.
•When routing cables, keep input-signal cables away from power cables and speaker wires.
•When making connections, make certain they are secure and properly insulated.
•If the amplifier’s fuse must be replaced, use only the same type and rating as that of the original. Do not substitute another kind.
CHOOSING A LOCATION AND MOUNTING THE AMPLIFIER
Choose a mounting location in the trunk or cargo area where the amplifier will not be damaged by shifting cargo. Amplifier cooling is essential for proper amplifier operation. If the amplifier is to be installed in an enclosed space, make sure there is sufficient air circulation for the amplifier to cool itself.
When mounting the amplifier under a seat, ensure that it is clear of all moving seat parts and does not affect the seat adjustments. Mount the amplifier so it is not damaged by the feet of backseat
passengers. Make sure that the amplifier is mounted securely using nuts and bolts or the supplied mounting screws.
Mount the amplifier so that it remains dry – never mount an amplifier outside the vehicle or in the engine compartment.
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INSTALLATION
POWER CONNECTIONS |
Power Connection |
Remote Connection |
The CS amplifiers require a reliable |
Connect a wire (see chart at right for |
Connect the amplifier’s Remote (REM) |
connection to the vehicle’s electrical |
appropriate gauge) directly to the vehicle’s |
terminal to the source unit’s Remote Turn- |
system in order to perform optimally. |
positive battery terminal, and install an |
On lead using a minimum of 18-gauge wire. |
See Figures 1, 2 and 3 for terminal |
appropriate fuse holder within 18" of the |
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connection locations. Please adhere |
battery terminal. Do not install the fuse at |
NOTE: If your source unit does not have a |
to the following instructions carefully: |
this time. Route the wire to the amplifier’s |
remote turn-on connection, connect the |
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location, and connect it to the amplifier’s |
amplifier’s (REM) terminal to the vehicle’s |
Ground Connection |
Positive (+12V) terminal. Be sure to use |
accessory circuit. |
Connect the amplifier’s Ground (GND) |
appropriate grommets whenever routing |
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terminal to a solid point on the vehicle’s |
wires through the firewall or other sheet |
Speaker Connections |
metal chassis, as close to the amplifier |
metal. Failure to adequately protect the |
Refer to the application guides on the |
as possible. Refer to the wire gauge chart to |
positive wire from potential damage may |
pages that follow. Speaker connections |
determine minimum wire gauge size. Sand |
result in a vehicle fire. When you are done |
should be made using a minimum of |
away any paint from this location; use a star- |
routing and connecting this wire, you may |
16-gauge wire. |
type-lock washer to secure the connection. |
install the fuse at the battery. |
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Figure 1. Terminal connection end plate for CS300.1.
Figure 2. Terminal connection end plate for CS60.4.
Figure 3. Terminal connection end plate for CS60.2.
Wire Gauge Chart |
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Amplifier |
Maximum |
Minimum |
Model |
Current Draw |
Wire Gauge |
CS60.2 |
22A |
#8 AWG |
CS60.4 |
40A |
#8 AWG |
CS300.1 |
42A |
#8 AWG |
These recommendations assume 10' – 12' wire runs. If your installation differs markedly, you will need to adjust the wire gauge accordingly.
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