XTREME 300, 400, 800 & 1200 OWNER'S MANUAL
HIGH PERFORMANCE CAR AUDIO
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION |
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WARRANTY |
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SPECIFICATIONS |
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TECHNICAL DESIGN FEATURES |
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SYSTEM PLANNING |
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POWER CONNECTIONS |
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SPEAKER CONNECTIONS |
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INPUT SECTION |
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INTERNAL CROSSOVER SECTION |
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INTELLI Q |
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AUXILIARY OUTPUT SECTION |
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REMOTE GAIN SECTION |
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INSTALLATION TIPS |
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS |
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AUTOSOUND 2000 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS |
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your purchase of ORION’s XTREME power amplifier. Each XTREME 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, the XTREME amplifiers will give you years of trouble-free performance.
• XTREME 30075 watt per channel 2 channel amplifier with built-in fully variable high-pass, low-pass or bandpass crossover with INTELLLi Q. Equipped with remote gain capability, the XTREME 300 is capable of 3, 2, or 1 channel operation with a maximum power capability of 300 watts into 4Ω mono.
• XTREME 400100 watt per channel 2 channel amplifier with built-in fully variable high-pass, low-pass or bandpass crossover with INTELLLi Q. Equipped with remote gain capability, the XTREME 400 is capable of 3, 2, or 1 channel operation with a maximum power capability of 400 watts into 4Ω mono.
• XTREME 800200 watt per channel 2 channel amplifier with built-in fully variable high-pass, low-pass or bandpass crossover with INTELLLi Q. Equipped with remote gain capability, the XTREME 800 is capable of 3, 2, or 1 channel operation with a maximum power capability of 800 watts into 4Ω mono
• XTREME 1200300 watt per channel 2 channel amplifier with built-in fully variable high-pass, low-pass or bandpass crossover with INTELLLi Q. Equipped with remote gain capability, the XTREME 1200 is capable of 3, 2, or 1 channel operation with a maximum power capability of 1200 watts into 4Ω mono
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 of advice. If you decide to perform the installation yourself, read the entire installation section of this manual before beginning the installation.
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual is designed to answer your questions about this product. In the event you have questions not covered in this manual, please refer questions to your local Authorized ORION Dealer. Additionally, you can call ORION’s Technical Support Hotline at 1- 800 315-2052 or (480) 705-5600 for assistance.
PRACTICE SAFE SOUND
Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100 dB may cause permanent hearing loss. High powered automotive sound systems can generate sound pressure levels in excess of 130 dB. When playing your system at high levels, please use hearing protection and prevent long term exposure.
RECORD YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE:
MODEL:
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
COMPANY PURCHASED FROM:
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
QTY DESCRIPTION
1XTREME power amplifier
22 conductor 4
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5 conductor 12 |
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#8 Phillips Pan |
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XTREME Reference |
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WARRANTY
ORION Industries Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms:
Parts and Labor are warranted for a period of 3 years IF:
a. The product is purchased from an Authorized ORION Dealer
b.The product is installed by an Authorized ORION Dealer
Parts and Labor are warranted for a period of 1 year IF:
a. The product is purchased from an Authorized ORION Dealer
b.The product is NOT installed by an Authorized ORION Dealer
Parts and Labor are warranted for a period of 90 days IF:
a.The product is NOT purchased from an Authorized ORION Dealer
If you are uncertain as to whether your dealer is authorized, please contact ORION at 1-800-350-9726 or (480) 705-5600. In countries other than the USA, each distributor warrants the ORION product it sells.
The Following conditions and situations are NOT covered by this warranty:
Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed
Damage or malfunction resulting from:
a.Accident, misuse, abuse, unauthorized modification or failure to follow the instructions provided with this product.
b.Repair by anyone NOT authorized by ORION.
c.Damage due to shipping (these claims must be presented to the freight carrier)
d.Removal or installation of this product.
e.Any failure that has NOT been caused by a defect in material or workmanship.
This warranty is in effect for the original purchaser only. ORION will pay for labor and material expense for covered items. ORION does not cover removal or installation charges, payment of shipping charges to ORION, payment of OUT-OF-WARRANTY shipping charges, or damage to other property caused by any defects in this product.
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For all warranty and non-warranty service issues, please refer to your nearest Authorized ORION Dealer for assistance. If you require additional information or assistance regarding service repair issues, please call 1-800-350-9726 or (480) 705-5600.
Exclusion
1.This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed of implied
2.In no event will ORION be liable for any consequential damages resulting from the use of this product or any defect of this product.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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SPECIFICATIONS
AMPLIFIER SECTION |
XTREME 300 |
XTREME 400 |
XTREME 800 |
XTREME 1200 |
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Power output 4 Ω |
Stereo (watts) |
75 watts |
100 watts |
200 watts |
300 watts |
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Power output 2 Ω |
Stereo (watts)1 |
150 watts |
200 watts |
400 watts |
600 watts |
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Power output 4 Ω |
Mono (watts)1 |
300 watts |
400 watts |
800 watts |
1200 watts |
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Distortion all channels driven |
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(from 20Hz to 20kHz) |
<0.1% THD |
<0.1% THD |
<0.1% THD |
<0.1% THD |
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Frequency Response |
20Hz to 20 kHz ±0.25 dB |
20Hz to 20 kHz ±0.25 dB |
20Hz to 20 kHz ±0.25 dB |
20Hz to 20 kHz ±0.25 dB |
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Linear Bandwidth |
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6Hz to 50 kHz ±3dB |
6Hz to 50 kHz ±3dB |
6Hz to 50 kHz ±3dB |
6Hz to 50 kHz ±3dB |
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Signal-to-noise ratio full bandwidth |
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@ rated output power |
> 100 dB |
> 100 dB |
> 100 dB |
> 100 dB |
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Damping factor @ output connector |
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full bandwidth |
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>400 at output connector |
>400 at output connector |
>400 at output connector |
>400 at output connector |
Slew Rate |
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> 30V/µs |
> 30V/µs |
> 30V/µs |
> 30V/µs |
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input sensitivity3 |
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200 mV to 5 Vrms |
200 mV to 5 Vrms |
200 mV to 5 Vrms |
200 mV to 5 Vrms |
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input impedance |
47kΩ |
47kΩ |
47kΩ |
47kΩ |
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fuse type |
(2) 15 AMP ATC |
(2) 20 AMP ATC |
(2) 30 AMP ATC |
(6) 30 AMP ATC |
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CROSSOVER |
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SECTION |
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low-pass crossover4 |
Continuously |
Continuously |
Continuously |
Continuously |
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variable |
variable |
variable |
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low-pass frequency range |
45Hz to 5kHz |
45Hz to 5kHz |
45Hz to 5kHz |
45Hz to 5kHz |
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high-pass crossover |
Continuously |
Continuously |
Continuously |
Continuously |
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variable |
variable |
variable |
variable |
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high-pass frequency range |
10Hz to 1kHz, |
10Hz to 1kHz, |
10Hz to 1kHz, |
10Hz to 1kHz, |
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100Hz to 10kHz |
100Hz to 10kHz |
100Hz to 10kHz |
100Hz to 10kHz |
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INTELLi Q boost range |
0dB to 10dB |
0dB to 10dB |
0dB to 10dB |
0dB to 10dB |
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GENERAL |
11" x 10.25" x 2.25" |
12" x 10.25" x 2.25" |
18" x 10.25" x 2.25" |
25" x 10.25" x 2.25" |
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279mm x |
305mm x |
457mm x |
635mm x |
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260mm x 57mm |
260mm x 57mm |
260mm x 57mm |
260mm x 57mm |
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(L x W x H) |
(L x W x H) |
(L x W x H) |
(L x W x H)(L x W x H) |
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1.All channels driven, continuous 4 Ω load, 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz, <0.1% THD, power input voltage at 12.0 VDC.
2.All channels driven, continuous 2 Ω load, 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz, <0.1% THD, power input voltage at 12.0 VDC.
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TECHNICAL DESIGN FEATURES
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AMPLIFIER CALL OUTS
1.Power LED-when lit indicates that the amplifier is on.
2.Output Configuration Switches-determine the output configuration of the amplifier
3.Independent Gain Controls-continuously adjust from 200mV to 5Vrms for full power output
4.RCA inputs-accepts RCA input from a source unit, preamplifier or equalizer
5.AUX RCA outputs-provides easy connection to additional amplifiers.
6.AUX RCA output control-determines the audio signal out the AUX RCAs
7.Low-pass Frequency Control-adjusts the frequency of the low-pass crossover
8.Low-pass Crossover activation switch-activates the low-pass crossover
9.INTELLI Q adjust control-adjusts the “Q” boost of the high-pass crossover
10.High-pass “x10” Frequency range switchselects the frequency range of the high-pass crossover
13.REM Remote turn-on input-turns on the amplifier when fed 12 V+
14.Speaker Connections-allows up to 12 gauge speaker wire.
15.Remote Gain Control Port-allows dashboard remote gain control.
11. High-pass frequency controladjusts the frequency of the 16. Fuses-Protects the amplifier from over current situations. high-pass crossover
12. High-pass Crossover activation switchactivates the high-pass crossover
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SYSTEM PLANNING
The easiest way to maximize the performance for your ORION XTREME amplifier is to properly plan your system. By planning your system, you can avoid situation
where the performance of the reliability of your system is compromised. Your Authorized ORION dealer has been trained by ORION Industries on how to maximize your system’s sonic potential. Authorized ORION dealers are
a valuable resource in helping you with your system de-sign and installation. If you wish to venture on with your
own system design, here are some systems designed by ORION Industries.
SYSTEM 1 is a simple two channel amplifier driving a pair of satellites
•Lowest Recommended Impedance is 2Ω Stereo.
• RCA inputs are connected to both left and right channels
•Left Phase switch set to 0°
•Right Phase switch set to 0°
•Gain controls can be set together or independently of each other
•Output is configured for high-pass operation.
•Output is configured for stereo operation.
TUNING NOTE: The phase switches can be individually switched for improved sound quality. Try different phase switch positions for best sonic results.
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SYSTEM 2 adds an additional amplifier to drive the subwoofers. A RGC-1 (Remote Gain Control) has been added to the subwoofer amplifier for dash mounted subwoofer level control.
AMPLIFIER 1
•Output is configured for high-pass operation.
•Left Phase switch set to 0°
•Right Phase switch set to 0°
•Gain controls can be set together or independently of each other
AMPLIFIER 2
•Output is configured for band-pass operation.
•The high-pass crossover is used as a sub sonic filter with INTELLi Q.
•RCA inputs are connected to both left and right channels
•Left Phase switch set to 0°
•Right Phase switch set to 180°
•Gain controls must be set identically for both left and right channels.
TUNING NOTES:
Amplifier 1: The phase switches can be individually switched for improved sound quality. Try different phase switch positions for best sonic results.
Amplifier 2: The phase switches can be individually switched for improved sound quality. In the summed bridged configuration the left and the right phase must be set opposite from each other in order to operate correctly. The high-pass crossover is used as a subsonic filter with INTELLi Q. Configure the high-pass crossover for “LOW” frequency range operation and set according to instructions explained in the High-pass Crossover Section in this manual.
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SYSTEM 3
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SYSTEM 3 adds an additional amplifier and another set of satellites to SYSTEM 2 for a front rear fade system.
AMPLIFIER 1 & 2 AMPLIFIER 3
•Output is configured for high-pass operation.
•Output is configured for band-pass operation.
•Left Phase switch set to 0°
•The high-pass crossover is used as a subsonic filter with INTELLi Q.
•Right Phase switch set to 0°
• RCA inputs are connected to both left and right channels
•Gain controls can be set together or
independently of each other |
• Left Phase switch set to 0° |
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• Right Phase switch set to 180° |
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• Gain controls must be set identically for both left and right channels. |
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SYSTEM 4
SYSTEM 4 adds an amplifier to system 4 to the front satellites for more power and control.
AMPLIFIER 1 & 3
•Output is configured for high-pass operation.
•Left Phase switch set to 0°
•Right Phase switch set to 0°
•Gain controls can be set together or independently of each other
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AMPLIFIER 2
•Output is configured for bandpass operation.
•Left Phase switch set to 0°
•Right Phase switch set to 0°
•Gain controls can be set together or independently of each other
AMPLIFIER 4
•Output is configured for band-pass operation.
•The high-pass crossover is used as a subsonic filter with INTELLi Q.
•RCA inputs are connected to both left and right channels
•Left Phase switch set to 0°
•Right Phase switch set to 180°
•Gain controls must be set identically for both left and right channels
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