JL Audio XD700-5 User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
700W 5-Channel Amplier with 2-Way / 3-Way Crossover
Thank you for purchasing a JL Audio amplifier for
your automotive sound system.
Your amplifier has been designed and manufactured to exacting
standards in order to ensure years of musical enjoyment in your vehicle.
For maximum performance, we highly recommend that you have
your new amplifier installed by an authorized JL Audio dealer. Your
authorized dealer has the training, expertise and installation equipment
to ensure optimum performance from this product. Should you
decide to install the amplifier yourself, please take the time
to read this manual thoroughly so as to familiarize yourself
with its installation requirements and setup procedures.
If you have any questions regarding the instructions in this
manual or any aspect of your amplifier’s operation, please contact your
authorized JL Audio dealer for assistance. If you need further assistance,
please call the JL Audio Technical Support Department
at (954) 443-1100 during business hours.
PROTECT YOUR HEARING!
We value you as a long-term customer. For
that reason, we urge you to practice restraint in
the operation of this product so as not to damage
your hearing and that of others in your vehicle.
Studies have shown that continuous exposure to
high sound pressure levels can lead to permanent
(irreparable) hearing loss. This and all other
high-power amplifiers are capable of producing
such high sound pressure levels when connected
to a speaker system. Please limit your continuous
exposure to high volume levels.
While driving, operate your audio system in
a manner that still allows you to hear necessary
noises to operate your vehicle safely (horns,
sirens, etc.).
SERIAL NUMBER
In the event that your amplifier requires
service or is ever stolen, you will need to have
a record of the product’s serial number. Please
take the time to enter that number in the space
provided below. The serial number can be found
on the bottom panel of the amplifier and on the
amplifier packaging.
Serial Number:
INSTALLATION APPLICATIONS
This amplifier is designed for operation in
vehicles with 12 volt, negative-ground electrical
systems. Use of this product in vehicles with
positive ground and/or voltages other than 12V
may result in damage to the product and will void
th e w arra nty.
This product is not certified or approved for
use in aircraft.
Do not attempt to “ bridge” the outputs of this
amplifier with the outputs of a second amplifier,
including an identical one.
Input
Mode
Switch
(pg. 7)
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Remote
Level Mode
Switch
(pg. 9)
Status
LED
(pg. 11)
Ch. 1 & 2
Filter Mode
Selection
(pg. 8)
Ch. 1 & 2 Input
Sensitivity Control
(pg. 7)
Ch. 1 & 2 Filter
Frequency
Selector
(pg. 8)
Ch. 3 & 4
Filter Mode
Selection
(pg. 8)
Sensitivity Control
Ch. 3 & 4 Input
(pg. 7)
Ch. 3 & 4 Filter
Frequency
Selector
(pg. 8)
Sub. Ch.
Filter Mode
Selection
(pg. 8)
Sensitivity Control
Sub. Ch. Input
(pg. 7)
Sub. Ch. Filter
Frequency
Selector
(pg. 8)
PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION
It is important that you take the time to read
this manual and that you plan out your
installation carefully. The following are some
considerations that you must take into account
when planning your installation.
Cooling Efficiency Considerations:
The outer shell of your JL Audio amplifier is
designed to remove heat from the amplifier
circuitry. For optimum cooling performance, this
outer shell should be exposed to as large a volume
of air as possible. Enclosing the amplifier in a
small, poorly ventilated chamber can lead to
excessive heat build-up and degraded
performance. If an installation calls for an
enclosure around the amplifier, we recommend
that this enclosure be ventilated with the aid
of a fan. In normal applications, fan-cooling
is not necessary.
Mounting the amplifier upside down is
strongly discouraged. If mounting the amplifier
under a seat, make sure there is at least 1 inch
(2.5 cm) of space above the amplifier’s outer
shell to permit proper cooling.
Safety Considerations:
Your amplifier needs to be installed in a dry,
well-ventilated environment and in a manner
which does not interfere with your vehicle’s safety
equipment (air bags, seat belt systems, ABS brake
systems, etc.). You should also take the time to
securely mount the amplifier so that it does not
come loose in the event of a collision or a sudden
jolt to the vehicle.
Stupid Mistakes to Avoid
• Check before drilling any holes in your vehicle
to make sure that you will not be drilling
through a gas tank, brake line, wiring harness or
other vital vehicle system.
• Do not run system wiring outside or underneath
the vehicle. This is an extremely dangerous
practice which can result in severe damage to
your vehicle and person.
• Protect all system wires from sharp metal
edges and wear by carefully routing them,
tying them down and using grommets and
loom where appropriate.
• Do not mount the amplifier in the engine
compartment, under the vehicle, on the roof
or in any other area that will expose the
amplifier circuitry to the elements.
+12 V Power
Connector
(pg. 5)
Chassis Ground
Connector
(pg. 5)
Remote Turn-On
Preamp Input Jacks
Connector
(pg. 6)
Channels 1 & 2
(pg. 7)
Preamp Input Jacks
Subwoofer Ch.
Preamp Input Jacks
Channels 3 & 4
(pg. 7)
(pg. 7)
Jack for
Remote Level
Control Knob
(pg. 9)
Channels 1 & 2
Speaker Outputs
(pg. 10)
Channels 3 & 4
Speaker Outputs
(pg. 10)
Mono
Subwoofer Outputs
(pg. 10)
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The JL Audio XD700/5 is a five-channel,
system amplifier utilizing JL Audio NexD™ ultrahigh speed switching technology for its four main
channels and NexD™ high-speed switching for
its subwoofer channel. The NexD™ technologies
deliver outstanding fidelity and efficiency.
The XD700/5 can be operated with a wide
variety of source units and system configurations.
TYPICAL INSTALLATION SEQUENCE
The following represents the sequence
for a typical amplifier installation, using an
aftermarket source unit or OEM Interface
processor (like the CleanSweep CL441dsp).
Additiona l steps and different procedures may
be required in some applications. If you have
any questions, please contact your authorized
JL Audio dealer for assistance.
1) Disconnect the negative battery post
connection and secure the disconnected cable
to prevent accidental re-connection during
installation. This step is not optional.
2) Run 4 AWG power wire from the battery
location to the amplifier mounting location.
Take care to route the wire in such a way that
it will not be damaged and will not interfere
with vehicle operation. Use 2 AWG or larger
power wire and a power distribution block if
additional amplifiers are being installed with
the XD700/5.
3) Connect power wire to the positive battery
post. Fuse the wire with an appropriate fuse
block (and connectors) within 18 inches (45
cm) wire length of the positive battery post.
This fuse is essential to protect the vehicle.
Do not install the fuse until the power wire
has been securely connected to the amplifier.
4) Run signal cables and remote turn-on wire
from the source unit to the final amplifier
mounting location.
5) Run speaker cables from the speaker systems
to the amplifier mounting location.
6) Find a good, solid metal grounding point
close to the amplifier and connect the
negative power wire to it using appropriate
hardware (use of the JL Audio ECS master
ground lug, XB-MGLU is recommended).
Use 4 AWG wire, no longer than 36 inches
(90 cm) from the amplifier to the ground
connection point. In some vehicles, it may
be necessary to upgrade the battery ground
wire. (See page 5 for important notice).
7) Securely mount the amplifier.
8) Connect the positive and negative power
wires to the amplifier. A fuse near
the amplifier is not necessary if the
XD700/5 is the only device being run
from the fused main power wire. If
the fused main power wire is shared
by the XD700/5 and other amplifiers
or devices, fuse each amplif ier/device
within 12 inches (30 cm) of wire length,
via a fused distribution block or multiple
individual fuse blocks/on-board fuses.
9) Connect the remote turn-on wire
to the amplifier.
10) Connect the input cables to the amplifier.
11) Connect the speaker cables to the amplifier.
12) Carefully review the amplifier’s control
settings to make sure that they are set
according to the needs of the system.
13) Install the power wire fuse(s) (60A for a
single XD700/5) and reconnect the negative
battery post terminal.
14) Turn on the source unit at a low level
to double-check that the amplifier is
configured correctly. Resist the temptation
to crank it up until you have verified the
control settings.
15) Make necessary adjustments to the input
sensitivity controls to obtain the right
overall output and the desired balance
in the system. See Appendix A (page 14)
for the recommended input sensitivity
setting method.
16) Enjoy the fruits of your labor with your
favorite music.
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POWER CONNECTIONS
Before installing the amplifier, disconnect the
negative (ground) wire from the vehicle’s battery.
This will prevent accidental damage to the system,
the vehicle and your body during installation.
The XD700/5’s “+12 VDC” and “Ground ”
connections are designed to accept 4 AWG
power wire. 4 AWG is the required wire size for
this amplifier.
If you are installing the XD700/5 with other
amplifiers and wish to use a single main power
wire, use 2 AWG or 1/0 AWG main power wire
(depending on the overall current demands of all
the amplifiers in the system). This large power
wire should terminate into a fused distribution
block mounted as close to the amplifiers as
possible (within 12 inches / 30cm of wire length).
The fused output of the distribution block will
connect to the XD700/5 with 4 AWG power
wire. JL Audio ECS fused distribution blocks are
recommended (XD-FDBU-2 and X D-FDBU-4)
Note: Smaller AWG numbers mean bigger
wire and vice-versa (1/0 AWG is the largest, 2
AWG is smaller, then 4 AWG, then 8 AWG, etc.).
To connect the power wires to the amplifier,
first back out the set screw on the top of the
terminal block, using the supplied 2.5 mm hex
wrench. Strip 1/2 inch (12 mm) of insulation from
the end of each wire and insert the bare wire into
the terminal block, seating it firmly so that no
bare wire is exposed. While holding the wire in
place, tighten the set screw firmly, taking care not
to strip the head of the screw.
The ground connection should be made
using 4 AWG wire and should be kept as
short as possible, while accessing a solid
piece of sheet metal in the vehicle. The
surface of the sheet metal should be sanded
at the contact point to create a clean, metalto-metal connection between the chassis
and the termination of the ground wire.
For optima l grounding, we recommend the
use of a JL Audio ECS master ground lug
(XB-MGLU). Alternatively, a sheet metal
screw or bolt can be used with a star washer.
Any wires run through metal barriers (such
as firewalls), must be protected with a high
quality rubber grommet to prevent damage to the
insulation of the wire. Failure to do so may result
in a dangerous short circuit.
Many vehicles employ small (10 AWG -
6 AWG) wire to ground the battery to the
vehicle chassis and to connect the alternator's
positive connection to the batter y. To prevent
voltage drops, these wires should be upgraded
to 4 AWG when installing amplifier systems
with main fuse ratings above 60A.
FUSE REQUIREMENTS
It is absolutely vital that the main power
wire(s) to the amplifier(s) in the system be
fused within 18 inches (45 cm) of the positive
battery post connection. The fuse value at each
power wire should be high enough for all of the
equipment being run from that power wire. If
only the X D700/5 is being run from that power
wire, we recommend a 60A fuse be used.
If fusing the amplif ier near its power
connections (when more than one amp is being
run from the main power wire), use a 60A fuse.
MAXI™ plastic-body fuses are recommended.
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TURNON LEAD
The XD700/5 uses a conventional +12V remote
turn-on lead, typically controlled by the source
unit's remote turn-on output. The amplifier will
turn on when +12V is present at its “Remote”
input and turn off when +12V is switched off. If
a source unit does not have a dedicated remote
turn-on output, the amplifier’s turn-on lead can
be connected to +12V via a switch that derives
power from an ignition-switched circuit.
The XD700/5’s “Remote” turn-on connector
is designed to accept 18 AWG – 12 AWG wire. To
connect the remote turn-on wire to the amplifier,
first back out the set screw on the top of the
terminal block, using the supplied 2.5mm hex
wrench. Strip 1/2 inch (12mm) of wire and insert
the bare wire into the terminal block, seating it
firmly so that no bare wire is exposed. While
holding the wire in the terminal, tighten the set
screw firmly, taking care not to strip the head of
the screw and making sure that the wire (not the
insulation) is firmly gripped by the wire clamp in
the terminal.
INPUT SECTION
The XD700/5’s input section allows you to send
signals to the amplif ier section through the use
of two, four or six differential-balanced inputs.
Input connections are via up to three pairs of
traditional RCA-type jacks.
If you wish to send six discrete channels into
the XD700/5, simply use all six inputs and set the
“Input Mode” switch in the “6 Ch.” position. The
amplifier will automatically combine the Sub Ch.
input signals to mono.
If you prefer to use only four channels of input
into the XD700/5, set the “Input Mode” switch
in the “4 Ch.” position and use the Ch 1 & 2 and
Ch 3 & 4 Inputs. In this mode, the XD700/5 will
derive its subwoofer channel signal from a sum
of all four input signals. The bass will not fade
when the signal is faded by the head unit from
front to rear.
You may also choose to apply only two
channels of input to deliver signal to all five
amplifier channels. To do this, set the “Input
Mode” switch to “2 Ch.” and use only the inputs
to channels 1 & 2. In this mode, Channel 3 will
operate with the Channel 1 signal and Channel
4 will operate with the Channel 2 signal. The
amplifier will automatically combine the main
input signals to mono for the Subwoofer Channel.
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