Lightning Audio S2.200, S2.250, S2.300, S2.500 User Manual

S2.200
S2.250
S2.300
S2.500

Introduction

InnoVAte or DisintegrAte!

Thank you for purchasing the Lighting Audio Strike Amplifier.

Our customers have come to expect that Lightning Audio pushes the edge in audio. Now we will push the edge in the
amplifier and woofer business with high value and high performance models.

For the first time, amplifiers can be personalized by the customer with accessories like the POWERCell and FANModule.
These accessory components are designed with performance and customization in mind.

If, after reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this product, we recommend that you see your Lightning

Audio dealer. If you need further assistance, you can call us direct at 1-800-669-9899. Be sure to have your serial num-

ber, model number and date of purchase available when you call.

The serial number can be found on the outside of the box. Please record it in the space provided below as your perma-

nent record. This will serve as verification of your factory warranty and may become useful in recovering your amplifier if

it is ever stolen.

Serial Number: ______________________________________

Model Number: ______________________________________

Improper wiring connections can seriously damage
the Amplifier and your vehicle. Be sure to carefully
follow the connection instructions in this manual.
Note: If you are unsure of the connections, contact
your dealer.

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Strike S2.300

Strike S2.500

• Power RAting: 90w x 2 @ 4 ohms

170w x 2 @ 2ohms (less than 1% THD)
340w x 1 @ 4ohms

• Input SensitiVity: 150mV minimum

• High LeVel Input: 1V - 8V

• SignAl to Noise rAtio: Greater than 90dB

• ChAnnel SepArAtion: Greater than 55dB

• CrossoVer: 60-400Hz Variable, High/Low/ All Pass switch

• CrossoVer Slope: 12 dB/Octave

• EquAlizAtion: Remote Juice Boost,

Variable +12dB @ 50Hz (Remote included)

• amplifier Fuse VAlue: (2) 20A

• chAssis size: 10.25”W x 2.25”H x 10.0”L*

• Power RAting: 150w x 2 @ 4ohms

250w x 2 @ 2ohms (less than 1% THD)
500w x 1 @ 4ohms

• Input SensitiVity: 150mV minimum

• High LeVel Input: 1V - 8V

• SignAl to Noise rAtio: Greater than 90dB

• ChAnnel SepArAtion: Greater than 55dB

• CrossoVer: 60-400Hz Variable, High/Low/All Pass switch

• CrossoVer Slope: 12 dB/Octave

• EquAlizAtion: Remote Juice Boost

Variable +12dB @ 50Hz (Remote included)

• amplifier Fuse VAlue: (3) 20A

• chAssis size: 10.25”W x 2.25”H x 17.0”L*

SpecificAtions

• Power RAting:60w x 2 @ 4ohms

100w x 2 @ 2ohms (less than 1% THD)
200w x 1 @ 4ohms

• Input SensitiVity:150mV minimum

• High LeVel Input: 1V - 8V

• SignAl to Noise rAtio: Greater than 90dB

• ChAnnel SepArAtion: Greater than 55dB

• CrossoVer: 80Hz High/Low/All Pass switch

• CrossoVer Slope: 12dB/Octave

• EquAlizAtion: –

• amplifier Fuse VAlue: (1) 25A

• chAssis size: 10.25”W x 2.25”H x 8.5”L*

Specifications subject to change without notice

StriKe S2.200

Strike S2.250

• Power RAting: 75w x 2 @ 4ohms
115w x 2 @ 2ohms (less than 1% THD)
230w x 1 @ 4ohms

• Input SensitiVity: 150mV minimum

• High LeVel Input: 1V - 8V

• SignAl to Noise rAtio: Greater than 90dB

• ChAnnel SepArAtion: Greater than 55dB

• CrossoVer: 60-400Hz Variable, High/Low/All Pass switch

• CrossoVer Slope: 12dB/Octave

• EquAlizAtion: Juice Boost +6dB @ 50Hz (on/off switch)

• amplifier Fuse VAlue: (1) 30A

• chAssis size: 10.25”W x 2.25”H x 8.5”L*

2-ChAnnel Amplifiers

*End Cap adds 2.4” to Chassis length

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Specifications subject to change without notice

Accessories

POWERCell: All 6 amplifiers can benefit from the

addition of the POWERCell, an electrolytic capacitor

module that integrates directly to the amplifier through a

docking station. The POWERCell delivers big power for

transients faster than the vehicle’s electrical system. The

POWERCell enables the Lightning Audio amplifiers to

withstand the rigors of driving 2 ohm loads.

FANModule: Keeping powerful amplifiers cool,

especially into lower impedance, is the key function of the

FANModule. Easily integrated into the top of the amplifier,

the FANModule provides constant cooling over the entire

PC board and output devices improving sound quality by

reducing distortions caused by thermal gradients.

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Strike S2.250

Design FeAtures

Strike S2.200

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Design FeAtures

Strike S2.300

Strike S2.500

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A. High Level (Speaker) Inputs : The high level inputs use a detachable connector terminated with 20 AWG leads.

These inputs should be used if the source unit has only speaker line (high level) outputs and not RCA outputs.

B. RCA Input Jacks – Line Level from Radio Pre-outs: The industry standard RCA jack provides an easy connection

for signal level input. They are gold-plated to resist the signal degradation caused by corrosion.

C. Gain Control: The input gain control is preset to match the output of most source units. They can be adjusted to

match output levels from a variety of source units.

D. Crossover Filter Switch: High for High Pass - Mid-Tweeter.

Off for All Pass - Full Range.

Low for Low Pass - Subs.

E. Speaker Connections: Follow correct polarity, and do not Ground any speaker wires. Do not connect any speaker

wires together.

F. Power Connector Plug: Connects Power, Ground, and Remote

G. Power Cell (Capacitor) Plug: Power Cell has 2 active leads for B+ and Ground

H. Power Fuse: If this Fuse should blow, determine the cause or see your authorized dealer. Never replace the fuse

with one of greater value than the original

I. Adjustable Crossover Frequency Control: 60-400Hz.

J. Juice Boost Switch: Applies 6dB of 50Hz Bass Boost.

K Juice Boost Remote Module: The Juice Boost remote module has a Green “Operation” indicator and Red

“Protection” indicator. The Remote Juice Boost Module allows adjustment of the overall gain or volume of the
amplifier. It operates only when the crossover switch is in Low Pass position. It does not alter the frequency
response, but instead allows control of the overall gain of the amplifier driving your woofers. Most experienced
users adjust the Juice Boost knob on the amp for the maximum desired amount of bass boost, and then plug
in the module to control how much of that boost they want to unleash to their subwoofers.

L. Pass Thru Outputs: The Pass-Thru provides a convenient source for daisy-chaining an additional amplifier without

running and extra set of RCA cables from the front of the vehicle to the rear amplifier location.

M. Juice Boost: Applies 0-12dB of 50Hz Bass Boost.

Design FeAtures

ChecK our website www.LightningAudio.com

for updAtes on your products.

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InstAllAtion ConsiderAtions

The following is a list of tools you will need for installing the Lightning Audio
Adequate Length Voltmeter
Wire strippers Battery post wrench
Electric hand drill w/assorted bits Wire cutters
Adequate Length—Red Power Wire Assorted connectors
Adequate Length—Remote Turn-on Wire Wire crimpers
Adequate Length—Black Grounding Wire

This section focuses on some of the vehicle considerations for installing your new Lightning Audio amplifier. Checking
your battery and present sound system, as well as pre-planning your system layout and best wiring routes will save
installation time. When deciding how to lay out your new system, be sure that each component will be easily accessible
for making adjustments.

Before beginning any installation, be sure to follow these simple rules:

1. Be sure to carefully read and understand the instructions before attempting to install the amplifier.

2.

For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior to beginning the installation.

3. For easier assembly, we suggest you run all wires prior to mounting your amplifier in place.

4. Route all of the RCA cables close together and away from any high current wires.

5. Use high quality connectors for a reliable installation and to minimize signal or power loss.

6.

Think before you drill! Be careful not to cut or drill into gas tanks, fuel lines, brake or hydraulic lines, vacuum lines
or electrical wiring when working on any vehicle.

7. Never run wires underneath the vehicle. Running the wires inside the vehicle provides the best protection.

8. Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic grommets to protect any wires routed
through metal, especially the firewall.

9.

ALWAYS protect the battery and electrical system from damage with proper fusing. Install a fuseholder and appro­priate fuse on the +12V power wire within 18” (45.7 cm) of the battery terminal.

10. When grounding to the chassis of the vehicle, scrape all paint from the metal to ensure a good, clean ground con­nection. Grounding connections should be as short as possible and always be connected to metal that is welded to
the main body, or chassis, of the vehicle.

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Mounting LocAtion

The mounting location and position of your amplifier will have a great effect on its ability to dissipate the heat generated
during normal operation To maximize the performance of your amplifier, care should be taken to ensure adequate venti­lation.

Trunk Mounting

Mount the amplifier vertically this will provide the best cooling of the amplifier.

Mounting the amplifier on the floor of the trunk will work but provides less cooling capability than vertical mounting.

Mounting the amplifier upside down to the rear deck of the trunk will not provide proper cooling and will severely affect
the performance of the amplifier and is strongly not recommended.

Passenger Compartment Mounting

Mounting the amplifier in the passenger compartment will work as long as you provide a sufficient amount of air for the
amplifier to cool itself. If you are going to mount the amplifier under the seat of the vehicle, you must have at least 1"
(2.54cm) of air gap around the amplifier's heatsink.

Mounting the amplifier with less than 1" (2.54cm) of air gap around the amplifier's heatsink in the passenger compart­ment will not provide proper cooling and will severely affect the performance of the amplifier and is strongly not recom-
mended.

Engine Compartment Mounting

Lightning Audio amplifiers should never be mounted in the engine compartment. Not only will this void your warranty but
could create an embarrassing situation caused by the ridicule from your friends.

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BAttery And ChArging

Amplifiers will put an increased load on the vehicle's battery and charging system. We recommend checking your
alternator and battery condition to ensure that the electrical system has enough capacity to handle the increased load of
your stereo system. Stock electrical systems which are in good condition should be able to handle the extra load of any
Lightning Audio amplifier without problems, although battery and alternator life can be reduced slightly. To maximize the
performance of your Lightning Audio amplifier, we suggest the use of a heavy duty battery and an energy storage
capacitor.

CAUTION: Avoid running power wires near the low level input cables, antenna, power leads, sensitive equip­ment or harnesses. The power wires carry substantial current and could induce noise into the audio system.

• For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior to beginning the installation.

1. Plan the wire routing. Take care when running signal level RCA cables to keep them close together but isolated from

the amplifier's power cables and any high power auto accessories, especially electric motors. This is done to prevent
coupling the noise from radiated electrical fields into the audio signal. When feeding the wires through the firewall or
any metal barrier, protect them with plastic or rubber grommets to prevent short circuits. Leave the wires long at this
point to adjust for a precise fit at a later time.

2. Prepare the

Power cable for attachment to the amplifier by stripping 1/2" of insulation from the end of the wire. Insert

the bared wire into the B+ terminal and tighten the set screw to secure the cable in place.

NOTE: The B+ cable MUST be fused 18" or less from the vehicle's battery. Install the fuseholder under the
hood and prepare the cable ends as stated above. Connections should be water tight.

Trim the power cable within 18" of the battery and strip 1/2" of insulation from the end of the wire. Cut the wire loop
that is attached to the fuseholder in half and splice the fuse into the power line using appropriate inline con­nectors. Use the section of cable that was trimmed earlier and connect it to the other end of the fuseholder.

3. Strip 1/2" from the battery end of the power cable and crimp a large ring terminal to the cable. Use the ring terminal

to connect to the battery positive terminal. Do not install the fuse at this time.

4. Prepare the Ground cable for attachment to the amplifier by stripping 1/2" of insulation from the end of the wire.

Insert the bared wire into the GND terminal and tighten the set screw to secure the cable in place. Prepare the chas­sis ground by scraping any paint from the metal surface and thoroughly clean the area of all dirt and grease. Strip the
other end of the wire and attach a ring connector. Fasten the cable to the chassis using a non-anodized screw and a
star washer.

5. Prepare the REM turn-on wire for connection to the amplifier by stripping 1/2" of insulation from the wire end. Insert
the bared wire into the REM terminal and tighten the set screw to secure the cable into place. Connect the other end
of the REM wire to a switched 12 volt positive source. The switched voltage is usually taken from the source unit's
auto antenna or the accessory lead. If the source unit does not have these outputs available, the recommended
solution is to wire a mechanical switch in line with a 12 volt source to activate the amplifier.

6. Securely mount the amplifier to the vehicle or amp rack. Be careful not to mount the amplifier on cardboard or plas­tic panels. Doing so may enable the screws to pull out from the panel due to road vibration or sudden vehicle stops.

7. Connect the source signal to the amplifier by plugging the RCA cables/high level inputs into the input jacks at the
amplifier.

8. Connect the speakers. Strip the speaker wires 1/2" and insert into the speaker terminal and tighten the set screw to
secure into place. Be sure to maintain proper speaker polarity. DO NOT chassis ground any of the speaker

leads as unstable operation may result.

9. Perform a final check of the completed system wiring to ensure that all connections are accurate. Check all power
and ground connections for frayed wires and loose connections which could cause problems.

Wiring the System

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Using PAssiVe CrossoVers

A passive crossover is a circuit that uses capacitors and/or coils and is placed on speaker leads between the amplifier
and speaker. The crossover delegates a specific range of frequencies to the speaker for optimum driver performance. A
crossover network can perform one of three functions: High-Pass (capacitors), Low-Pass (inductors or coils) and
Bandpass (combination of capacitor and coil).

The most commonly used passive crossover networks are 6dB/octave systems. These are easy to construct and require
one component per filter. Placing this filter in series with the circuit will reduce power to the speaker by 6dB/octave
above or below the crossover point depending on whether it is a high-pass or low-pass filter. More complex systems
such as 12dB/octave or 18dB/octave can cause impedance problems if not professionally designed.

Passive crossovers are directly dependent upon the speaker's impedance and component value for accuracy. When
passive crossover components are used in multiple speaker systems, the crossover's effect on the overall impedance
should be taken into consideration along with the speaker's impedance when determining amplifier loads. CAUTION:

The Lightning Audio amplifiers are not recommended for impedance loads below 2Ω stereo and 4Ω bridged
(mono) loads.

6dB/Octave Low-Pass

6dB/Octave High-Pass

Freq.
Hertz

Speaker Impedance

80 4.1mH 1000µF 8.2mH 500µF 16mH 250µF

100 3.1mH 800

µF 6.2mH 400µF 12mH 200µF

130 2.4mH 600

µF 4.7mH 300µF 10mH 150µF

200 1.6mH 400

µF 3.3mH 200µF 6.8mH 100µF

260 1.2mH 300

µF 2.4mH 150µF 4.7mH 75µF

400 .8mH 200

µF 1.6mH 100µF 3.3mH 50µF

600 .5mH 136

µF 1.0mH 68µF 2.0mH 33µF

800 .41mH 100

µF .82mH 50µF 1.6mH 26µF

1000 .31mH 78

µF .62mH 39µF 1.2mH 20µF

1200 .25mH 66µF .51mH 33µF 1.0mH 16µF
1800 .16mH 44

µF .33mH 22µF .68mH 10µF

4000 .08mH 20

µF .16mH 10µF .33mH 5µF

6000 51

µH14µF .10mH 6.8µF .20mH 3.3µF

9000 34µH 9.5µF68µH 4.7µF .15mH 2.2µF

12000 25

µH 6.6µF51µH 3.3µF 100µH 1.6µF

2 OHMS

8 OHMS

4 OHMS

L

C L

C

L C

L

C

L = Low-Pass (Inductor)
C = High-Pass (Capacitor)

For more information, see your Authorized Lightning Audio Dealer.

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InstAllation

• For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the car battery prior to beginning the installation
Trunk Mounting

Mounting the amplifier vertically on a surface will provide the best cooling for the amplifier.

Passenger Compartment Mounting

Mounting the amplifier in the passenger compartment will work as long as you provide a sufficient amount of air for the
amplifier to cool itself. If you are going to mount the amplifier under the seat of the vehicle, you must have at least 1”
(2.54cm) of air gap around the amplifier’s heatsink.

B+ Terminal

The B+ cable MUST be fused 18” (45cm) or less from the vehicle’s battery. Prepare the cable ends and install the fuse-
holder under the hood. Connections should be water tight.

GND Terminal

Prepare a length of cable to be used for the ground connection. Prepare the chassis ground by scraping any paint from
the metal surface and thoroughly clean the area of all dirt and grease. Fasten the cable to the chassis using a screw.

REM Terminal

Connect the REM wire to a switched 12 volt positive source. The switched signal is usually taken from the source unit’s
auto antenna or the accessory lead. If the source unit does not have these outputs available, the recommended solution
is to wire a mechanical switch in-line with a 12 volt source to activate the amplifier.

Input Connectors

Follow the diagram and connect the appropriate signal cables to the input terminals of the amplifier. Be sure that the
signal cables are routed close together and away from any high current wires.

Speaker Output Terminals

Connect the speaker system to the amplifier by inserting the wires into the corresponding output terminals and tighten
the set screws. Follow the diagram for proper signal polarity. DO NOT chassis ground any of the speaker

wires as unstable amplifier operation may result. CAUTION: This amplifier is not recommended
for impedance loads below 2W stereo and/or 4W bridged (mono).

Gain Control(s)

The amplifier is factory set for optimum dynamic range. The system levels may be adjusted by ear when using a source
unit with higher or lower output levels by using the following procedure.

1. Turn the gain control to minimum (counterclockwise)

2. Play a music track with high dynamic content and turn up the source unit to at least 3/4 volume

3. Slowly increase the gain and set it just below audible distortion or until reaching a comfortable hearing threshold
(whichever occurs first)

Symptom Diagnosis Remedy

Troubleshooting

Amplifier does not turn
on.

B+ or REM not between 10.5 and 15.5
volts or no voltage present

Amplifier is not properly grounded.

Voltage spike from source unit is enter­ing amplifier’s input

Noise is radiating into signal cables

Check the alternator, battery, fuse, and
wiring and repair as necessary

Check wiring and repair as necessary

Connect turn-on module to REM terminal
if pops are eliminated with no input sig­nal to amplifier

Re-route signal cables away from sourc­es of high current

Amplifier Noise

(Turn-On Pop)

Engine Noise

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+–

4Ω min.

–

+

–

+

2Ω min. 2Ω min.

InstAllAtion

Stereo/Mono OperAtion

• RCA inputs are connected to both left and right channels.

• Gain for left and right channels are set equally to balance the subwoofer.

• Impedance for each channel should be 2Ω minimum.

• Impedance for mono channel should be 4Ω minimum.

• Crossover

is set for Full Range.

• Passive Crossovers are needed for proper stereo/mono operation.

.

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System DiAgrAms

Crossover

Tweeter

Midrange

Crossover

Tweeter

Midrange

BAND

DISP AS/PS

LOUDMODE

MUTE

TUNE

123456

SEL
VOL

COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH DIGITAL TUNER

RPT

TRACK

SCAN

RDM DISC

PUSH

SEEK

MENU

ST RPT RDMLOUDLOCAL

CD CHANGER CONTROL

2 - WAy System

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System DiAgrAms

3 - WAy System

Using Single Voice

Coil Woofers

Crossover

Tweeter

Midrange

Crossover

Tweeter

Midrange

+

–

+

+

+

–

–

–

+

+

–

+ +

+

–

+

–

+

–

–

+

– –

+

–

–

8Ω 8Ω

8Ω 8Ω8Ω

4Ω 4Ω 4Ω4Ω

BAND

DISP AS/PS

LOUDMODE

MUTE

TUNE

123456

SEL
VOL

COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH DIGITAL TUNER

RPT

TRACK

SCAN

RDM DISC

PUSH

SEEK

MENU

ST RPT RDMLOUDLOCAL

CD CHANGER CONTROL

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System DiAgrAms

3 - Way System

Using duAl Voice

Coil Woofers

Front

Rear

Crossover

Tweeter

Midrange

Crossover

Tweeter

Midrange

+

+

+

–

–

–

+

–

–

+

–

+

–

+

+

– + –

–

–

+

–

+

+

– + –

–

+

–

+

+

4Ω x 2

4Ω x 2 4Ω x 2

4Ω x 2 4Ω x 2

4Ω x 2

Sub

Crossover

Tweeter

Midrange

Crossover

Tweeter

Midrange

BAND

DISP AS/PS

LOUDMODE

MUTE

TUNE

123456

SEL
VOL

COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH DIGITAL TUNER

RPT

TRACK

SCAN

RDM DISC

PUSH

SEEK

MENU

ST RPT RDMLOUDLOCAL

CD CHANGER CONTROL

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InternAtional

InformAtion

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Páginas de Referencia para la Instalación

Amplificadore de Lightning Audio a 2 canale –

Español

InstAllAtion

• Las entradas RCA se conectan a ambos canales izquierdo y derecho

• Las ganancias izquierda y derecha han de ajustarse igual para ambos canales

• La impedancia minima para cada canal debe ser 2Ω.

• La impedancia minima mono debe ser 4Ω.

• Crossover en Full Range

• Crossovers pasivos se requieren para operar el amplificador en estereo/mono

FuncionAmiento

Estereo/Mono

–

2Ω min. 2Ω min.

+

+ –

4Ω min.

+

–

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INSTALACÍON

• Por seguridad, desconecte el terminal negativo de la bateria antes de comenzar la instalacíon.

Montaje en el Malatero del vehícule

Monte el amplificador verticalmente con las orientadas de arriba hacia abajo. De esta manera conseguirá la mejor
ventilación.

Montaje en el Compartimento de Pasajeros

El montaje en el compartimento de pasajeros sera eficiente en funcion de la ventilación que tenga el amplificador. Si va
a instalar el amplificador bajo un asiento deberá dejar al menos 2.5cm libres sobre la carcasa del amplificador.

Terminal B+

El cable B+ debe ir provisto de un fusible a una distancia no mayor de 45cm de la batería. Prepare el cable e instale el
portafusibles en el compartimento del motor. Las conexiones han de ser impermeables.

Terminal GND

Prepare un trozo de cable para usarlo como toma de masa. Prepare un punto de masa en el chasis rascando y elimi­nando la pintura de la superfcicie de metal y límpielo de toda suciedad asegure el cable al chasis con un tornillo.

Terminal REM (Encendido remoto)

Conecte el cable REM a un punto de +12V conmutable. La señal se suele coger de la salida auto antena del radio
cassette si este no tiene salida remote.

Conectores de Entrada

Siga el diagrama y conecte los cables adecuados para señal a los terminales de entrada del amplificador. Asegúre se
que los cables de señal esten canalizados en conjunto y lo más lejo posible de cualquier cable de alto amperaje.

Terminales de salida para los Parlantes

Conecte el sistema de parlantes al amplificador insertando los cables correspondientes en los ternminales de salida y
luego aprete los tornillos. Siga el diagrama para una adecuada polaridad de señal.

NO CONECTE ninguno de los
cables de los parlantes a la masa de la carcasa, ya que esto puede resultar en una operación
inestable del amplificador. PRECAUCION: este amplificador no está recomendado para cargas de
impedancia por abajo de 2 Ohmios en estéreo y/ó 4 Ohmios en modo puente (bridge mono).

Control(es) de Ganancia

El amplificador está dispuesto desde la fábrica para óptimo rango dinámico. Los niveles del sistema pueden ser ajus­tado por oído cuando se utilice una unidad fuente con niveles de salidas más altos ó bajos, mediante el uso del sigu­iente procedimiento:

1. Lleve el control de ganancia al mínimo (en contra de las agujas del reloj)

2. Reproduzca una pista musical con alto contemiodo dinámico y lleve el volumen de la unidad fuente hasta unos 3/4

de máximo

3. Lentamente incremente la ganancia y pare justo bajo el nivel audible de distorsion ó hasta que llegue a un umbral

agradable de audición (cualquiera que ocurra primero)

Síntoma Diagnóstico Remedio Reparación

TROUBLESHOOTING

El Amplificador no
enciende

B+ ó REM no están entre 10.5 y 15.5 voltios
ó no hay voltaje presente.

El amplificador no está aterrado apropiade­mente

Picos de voltaje de la unidad fuente están
presentes en la entrada del amplificador

Ruido está siendo radiado en los cables
de señal

Chequee el alternador, batería, fusible y
cableado y repare segun sea necesario

Cheque el cableado y repare según sea
necesario

Conecte el módulo de encendido al termi­nal REM si el popeo es eliminado cuando
el amplificador no tiene señal de entrada

Recanlizar los cables de señal aleajado
de fuentes de alto amperaje

Ruido de Amplificador

(Popeo de encendido)

Ruido de Motor

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Schéma d’Installation

Amplificateur de Lightning Audio 2 canaux–

+ –

4Ω min.

–

+

–

+

2Ω min. 2Ω min.

InstAllAtion

Opération stéréo/mono (tri mode)

• Les entrées RCA sont connectées aux canaux gauche et droit

• Les Gains des canaux gauche et droit sont réglés de la même manière pour équilibrer le subwoofer

• L'impédance de chaque canal devrait être de minimum 2Ω

• L'impédance du canal mono devrait être de minimum 4Ω

• Les crossover sont introduites sur full range

• Il est conseillé d'utiliser les filtres passifs lorsqu'on fait fonctionner l'amplificateur en tri-mode

• NE connecter AUCUN des câbles HP à la masse au risque d'un fonctionnement instable

• Des filtres passifs sont nécessaires pour un bon fonctionnement en mode stéréo/mono

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INSTALLATION

• Pour votre sécurité, deéconnectez la borne négative de la batterie du véhicule avant de com-
mencer le montage.

Montage dans l’habitacle
L’installation d’un amplificateur est envisageable dans l’habitacle dès que la convection naturelle est suffisante. Il est
possible de fixer l’amplificateur soud un siège si la hauteur de celui-ci permet au minimum d’avoir trois centimètres au­dessus du dissipateur thermique.

Alimentation
La connexion B

doit être reliée impérativement via un fusible, directement à la borne positive de la batterie.

La connexion GND

Cette liaison référence l’amplificateur à la masse. La masse électrique du châssis n’a pas en tous points la même qual­ité. Il vous sera utile de recourir aux compétences d’un professionel pour déterminer le meilleur point. Une fois trouvé, il
faudra débarrasser la tôle de toutes traces de peinture, le raccordement devra se faire par une vis acier (sans traite­ment de surface).

La connexion REM

Cette connexion est la commande à distance de mise en/hors service. Elle est généralement reliée à la sortie (antenne
électrique de l’autoradio) ou auprès d’une source de douze volts commutée.

Connecteur CINCH

Cette liaison assure la transmission de modulation entre l’autoradio et la source. En raison des faibles signaux véhiculés
dans ces câbles, ceux-ci devront être tenus à l’écart du faisceau électrique du véhicule et des câbles d’alimentation de
l’amplificateur.

Connections haut-parleurs

Les haut-parleurs serons connectés sur cette partie du bornier. Soyez vigilant quant au sens du branchement + et –.

Avertissement: L’impédance globale en mode stéréo ne peut être inférieure à deux W et en mode
ponté à quatre

W.

Contrôle de sensibilité

A la sortie d’usine, l’amplificateur est réglé (valeur qui détermine la meilleure capacité dynamique). La sensibilité est
variable pour adapter l’amplificateur aux différentes sources qui ne possèdent pas le même niveau de sortie.

Ce
réglage est très important, il est déterminant de la qualité de reproduction et de la pérennité de
l’installation.

Méthodologie du réglage

1. Positionnez le réglage de sensibilité au minimum (à l’inverse du sens des aiguilles d’une montre)

2. Ecoutez un passage musical à grande dynamique (solo de guitare basse, etc.) avec le potentiomètre de volume de

la source aul 3/4

3. Doucement dans le sens des aiguilles d’une montre tournez le potentiomètre de sensibilité de l’amplificateur jusqu’à

SOLUTIONS AUX PROBLÈMES

L’amplificateur ne
fonctionne pas

B+ our REM ne sont pas connectés à
une source de 12V

Le bruit est transmis par la source

Bruit rayonné sur les câbles de
modulation

Vérifiez si la batterie est reconnectée et
si le fusible est bon

Insérez un module séparé de télécom­mande commandant l’amplificateur

Tenir à l’écart les câbles de modulation
du faisceau électrique de la voiture et
de l’alimentation de l’amplificateur

Bruit à l’a mise
en/hors service

Bruit parasite

Symptôme Diagnostic Solution

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InstAllAtion

Stereo/Mono Operation

• Chinch Eingänge des rechten- und linken-Kanales anschlieben

• Gain -Kontrolle gleich stellen um das Signal des Subwoofer anzugleichen

• Die Impedanz für jeden Kanal sollte minimum 2 Ohm betragen.

• Die Impedanz des Mono Kanales sollte minimum 4 Ohm betragen

• Die Akltivweichen sollten auf jeden Fall im Stereo/Mono Betrieb verwendet werden

• Vermeiden Sie auf jeden Fall eine Erdung der Lautsprecher-Kabel, da sonst ein einwandfreier Betrieb nicht

grantiert werden kann

• Passive Frequenzweichen werden für korrekte Stereo/Mono Operationen benötigt

+ –

4Ω min.

–

+

–

+

2Ω min. 2Ω min.

Installations Beiblatt

2-Kanal Lightning Audio Amplifier –

Deutsch

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EINBAU

• Zur Sicherheit klemmen Sie den Negativ-Pol der Batterie während des gesamten Einbaues ab.
Im Fahrzeugkofferraum

Der vertikale Einbau der Endstufen, gibt dem Verstärker die beste Kühlung.

Auf der Beifahrerseite

Sollte der Verstärker auf der Beifahrerseite montiert werden, so ist es sehr wichtig für eine ausreichende Kühlung zu
sorgen. Sollte der Verstärker z.B. unter dem Beifahrersitz montiert werden, sollte dem Kühlkörper mindestens ein
Luftspalt von 3 cm bleiben, um so für eine ausreichende Kühlung zu sorgen.

B+ Anschlub
Die Plus-Leitung MUb ca. 40 cm nach dem Plus-Pol der Batterie abgesichert sein. Preparieren Si die Kabellängen und
montieren Sie den Sicherungshalter im Motorraum. ALLE Verbindungen müssen wasserdicht sein.

GND Anschlub
Preparieren Sie Ihr Kabel für Negativ Leitung (Erdung). Preparieren Sie die Anschlubstelle des Erdungskabels, indem
Sie das Metall gründlich reinigen und vom Lack befreien. Befestigen Sie nun die Erdung an dieser Stelle mit einer
Schraube.

REM Anschlub
Verbinden Sie das Ein-und Ausschaltungskontroll-Kabel mit Ihrem Radio (12 Volt positiv). Normalerweise verwenden Sie
hierfür die Ant.-Remote). Sollte Ihr Radio diesen Anschlu

b nicht besitzen, so verwenden Sie eine 12 Volt Spannung, die

Sie durch einen Schalter ein- und ausschalten können.
Eingangs-Anschlübe

Beachten Sie den Anschlussplan und verbinden Sie die Signalkabel mit den Eingangs-Anschluessen des Verstärkers.
Seien Sie sicher, dass die Kabel dicht zusammen und entfernt von stromfuehrenden Kabeln liegen.

Lautsprecher Ausgänge

Verbinden Sie das Lautsprechersystem mit dem Verstärker, indem Sie die Kabel in die entsprechenden Anschluesse
stecken und verschrauben. Beachten Sie hierbei den Anschlussplan, um eine korrekte Polarität zu gewährleisten.

Erden Sie niemals eine der Lautsprecherleitung auf die Masse des Fahrzeuges. Achtung: Die mini­male Last von 2

W Stereo und/oder 4W gebrueckt (Mono) darf nicht unterschritten werden.

Eingangsempfindlichkeit

Der Verstärker ist Werkssetig auf eine Eingangsspannung. Die Eingangsempfindlichkeit kann nach Gehoer verstellt
werden, wenn die Ausgangsspannung des Steuergerätes hoeher oder niedriger ist. Gehen Sie wie folgt vor.

1. Drehen Sie die Eingangsempfindlichkeit auf ein Minimum (gegen den Uhrzeigersinn).

2. Speilen Sie einen Musiktitel mit einer sehr hohen Dynamik und drehen Sie die Lautstärkekontrolle des Steuergerätes
auf ä der Maximallautstärke.

3. Jetzt verstellen Sie die Eingangsempfindlichkeit des Verstärkers soweit (im Uhrzeigersinn drehen), bis Sie eine
Verzerrung des Signals wahrnehmen. Danach sollte ie Empfindlichkeit wieder soweit zurueck gedreht werden
(gegen den Uhrzeigersinn), bis die Verzerrungen verschwindern.

Syptom Diagnose Fehlerbehebung

FEHLERSUCHE

Verstärker schaltet nicht ein

Die B+ oder Rem. Spannung liegt nicht
zwischen 10.5 und 15.5 Volt

Verstärker ist nicht korrekt geerdet

Die XCard ist falsch oder gar nicht in den
entsprechenden Socket gesteckt.

Stoerungen strahlen in die Signalkabel

Kontrollieren Sie die Lichtmaschine,
Batterie, Sicherung und die Kable.
Repaireren Sie diese, wenn noetig

Kontrollieren Sie die Kabel und reparieren
Sie diese, wenn noetig

Kontrollieren Sie die Installation der XCard
und ändern Sie diese, wenn noetig

Verlegen Sie die Kabel weit entfernt von
stromfuehr

Verstä rker
Einschaltgeräusch

(Turn-On Pop)

Lichtmaschinen
Summen

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Istruzioni di Installation

Amplificatore di Lightning Audio a 2 canali – Italiano

InstAllAtion

Stereo/Mono Operation

• Ingressi RCA collegati sia al canale destro sia al sinistro

• Gain (controllo di sensibilitá) regolati in modo identico per bilanciare il subwoofer

• L'impedenza di ciascun canale deve essere minimo 2Ω

• L'impedenza per il canale mono deve essere minimo 4Ω

• La scheda crossover deve essere in posizione Full Range

• Nel funzionamento Stereo/Mono simultaneo devono essere impiegati i crossover passivi

• Non cortocircuitare a massa nessun cavo degli altoparlanti, potrebbe portare ad un funzionamento irregolare

• Crossover passivi sono indispensabili per un corretto funzionamento stereo/mono

+ –

4Ω min.

–

+

–

+

2Ω min. 2Ω min.

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INSTALLAZIONE

• Per sicurezza, scollegare il polo netativo della batteria dell’auto prima di iniziare l’installazione.
Nel Bagagliaio

Montando l’amplificatore su una superficie in verticale con le alette direzionate dall’alto verso il basso si garantirá un
miglior raffreddamento dell’amplificatore.

Nel’abitacolo

Montare l’amplificatore nell’abitacolo si avrá un funzionamento regolare se si garantisce un flusso d’aria sufficiente. Per
l’installazione sotto un sedile, é necessario avere uno spazio di almeno 3 cm attorno a tutto l’amplificatore.

Terminale B+ (cavo positivo)

Il cavo positivo deve essere protetto da un fusibile a non piú di 45 cam dalla batteria. Terminare il cavo e installare il
fusibile nel vano motore. Tutte le connessioni devono essere a prova d’acqua.

Terminal GND (cavo negativo)

Decidere la lunghezza del cavo e terminarlo. Preparare la massa grattando la vernice dal telaio dell’auto ed eliminando
tracce di olio o sporco. Fissare il cavo di massa al telaio con una vite.

Terminal REM (Consenso di accensione)

Collegare il cavo REM ad un positivo present solo ad autoradio accessa (normalmente il cavo pilota dell’antenna elettri­ca o il cavo accessori dell’autoradio). Se la sorgente non dovesse essere equipaggiata con queste uscite, la soluzione
raccomandabile é di inserire un interruttore su un cavo positivo e connettersi all’amplificatore.

Connettori di ingresso

Seguendo lo schema collegate i cavi di segnale agli appropriati terminali di ingresso dell’amplificatore. Assicuratevi che
i cavi di segnale siano passati vicini tra loro e lontano da cavi ad alta corrente.

Connettori degli altoparlanti

Collegate il sistema di altoparlanti inserendo i cavi nei terminali corrispondenti e serrate le viti. Seguite lo schema per
l’ottimale colle gamento delle polaritá.

Non cortocircuitate a massa nessun cavo degli altoparlanti,
potrebbe verificarsi un anomalo comportamento dell’amplificatore. ATTENZIONE; questo amplifi­catore non é raccomandato per impedenze inferiori ai 2 ohm stereo w/o 4 ohm mono a ponte.

Controlli della sensibilitá

L’amplificatore é regolato dalla casa per un ottimale rendimento dinamico. Il lilvello di ingresso puó essere regolato
anche ad orecchio quando si impiega una sorgente con uscita superiore od inferiore. Seguite questa procedure:

1. Portate il controllo della sensibilitá al minimo (senso antiorario)

2. Suonate un brano musicale con elevato contenuto dinamico portando il volume della sorgente a circa 3/4

3. Aumentate lentamente il livello di ingresso dell’amplificatore e posizionatelo subito prima dell’insorgere di distorsione

o quando il livello generale vi appaia confortevole

RISOLUZIONE DEI PROBLEMI

L’ampificatore non si
accende

Il B+ o il REM n on hanno una tensione
compresa tra i 10,5 e 15,5 volt o nes­suna tensione é presente

L’amplificatore non é correttamente a
massa

Verficate l’alternatore, la batteria, i
fusibilit, il cablaggio e riparate
quanto necessario

Controllate il cablaggio e riparat se
necessario

Se il bump si elimina disconnetten­do gli ingressi, collegate un modulo
di accensione

Ristendete i cavi di segnale lontano
da cavi ad alta corrente

Rumore dell’

amplificatore

(bump di accensione)

Rumore dal motore

Picchi di tensione provenienti dalla sor­gente entrano dall’ingresso dell’amplifi­catore

Il rumore si propagna nei cavi di segnale

Sintomo Diagnosi Rimendo

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DEUTSCH ITALIANO

ESPAÑOL

Please contact your local Authorized

Lightning Audio Dealer for information

on Warranty Policies and Technical Suppor

t.

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

Contattate il vostro rivenditore autor-

izzato Lightning Audio per infor-

mazioni sulle condizioni di garanzia e

per il supporto tecnico.

Por favor contacte al Distribuidor
Autorizado Lightning Audio en su locali­dad para información sobre Políticas de

Garantía Soporte Técnico.

Bitte Fragen Sie Ihren autorisierten

Lightning Audio Händler über Informationen,

die die Garantie oder technische Probleme

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Veuillez contacter votre distributeur

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mation concernant les modalités de

garantie et le support technique.

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WArrAnty InformAtion

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•

Length of Warranty

Speakers

One year parts and labor warranty. Requires proof of purchase

Amplifiers

If installed by an authorized Lightning Audio dealer, two years parts and labor, requires proof of purchase/
installation. If purchased from authorized dealer and installed by a third party, one year parts and labor.
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PC1, FM1

One year parts and labor. Requires proof of purchase.

•

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•

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•

Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced (with a product deemed to be
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•

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5. Subsequent damage to other components.

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