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damage.
improperly serviced, or subject to misuse, neglect, or accidental
This warranty will be considered void if theunit was tampered with,
replacement of the defective unit when it is returned to us prepaid.
Our obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or
expiration date.
handling, and insurance, or provide your Visa/MC number with
• also include a check or money orderfor $18.00 for return shipping,
and R.A. number
• include in your letter your return address, daytime phone number,
• A brief letter indicating the problem you are experiencing
• A copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase
You must also include the following items:
Brooklyn, NY 11204
1600 63rd Street
Pyle Service Center
R.A.#
and shipped prepaid to:
When returning a product to usfor warranty service it must be carefullypacked
relating to your return.
R.A.# must appear on the outside of your package and on all paperwork
number at (718) 236-6948 to obtain a Return Authorization number. This
To obtain warranty service you must first call our Consumer Return Hotline
your unit will be repaired or replaced at the sole discretion of Pyle.
Should the product fail due to factory defects in material or workmanship,
warranty is limited to the original retail purchase.
in material and workmanship for two (2) years from the date of purchase. This
shipment. Products purchased in the USA are warranted to be free of defects
All Pyle products are carefully constructed and thoroughly tested before
limited warranty policy
user’s manual
PLA2180
PLA2280
PLA2380
PLA4180
PLA4280
PLA4380
PLA2480
PLA2580
PLA2680
high performance car audio amplifier
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congratulations...
on your purchase of a Pyle
extends the Pyle tradition into a totally new series of amps, designed
from the ground up to deliver the power, performance and flexibility
the modern car audio enthusiast demands.
When you check the list of features offered by the PLA2180,PLA2280,
PLA2380,PLA2480,PLA2580,PLA2680,PLA4180,PLA4280,PLA4380,you’ll
Red Elite
Series amplifier. This amplifier
know you made the right choice with a Pyle
table of contents
general features
features and specifications
PLA2180/2280/2380
PLA2480/2580/2680
features and specifications
PLA4180/4280/4380
electrical connections
PLA2180/2280/2380
PLA2480/2580/2680
PLA4180/4280/4380
stereo input connections
PLA2180/2280/2380
PLA2480/2580/2680
mono input connections
PLA2180/2280/2380
PLA2480/2580/2680
2/4 channel input connections
PLA4180/4280/4380
2-5
6-11
12-15
16-17
18
19
20
Red Elite
high level input connections
amplifier.
PLA4180/4280/4380
mono input connections
PLA4180/4280/4380
high level mono input connections
PLA4180/4280/4380
speaker connections
PLA2180/2280/2380
PLA2480/2580/2680
speaker connections
PLA4180/4280/4380
speaker connections
PLA4180/4280/4380
mounting and installation
protection circuitry and troubleshooting
precautions
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general features
PLA2180
High Performance 600 Watt 2 Channel
Bridgeable MOSFET Amplifier
· 300 Watts x 2 Output
· 600 Watts x 1 Bridged Output
· Variable Hi/Lo Electronic Crossover Network
· Variable Bass Boost (0 - +18 dB @ 60Hz)
· Variable Input Level (Gain) Control
· Remote Turn On/Off
· Gold Plated RCA Inputs
· High Level MOLEX Input
· Power ON LED Indicator
· LED Protection Indicator
· S/N Ratio: > 95 dB
· THD: <0.04%
· Thermal Protection
· Overload Protection
· Short Circuit Protection
· Anti-Thump Turn-On
· Blue LED Level Display
PLA2280
High Performance 1000 Watt 2 Channel
Bridgeable MOSFET Amplifier
· 500 Watts x 2 Output
· 1000 Watts x 1 Bridged Output
· Variable Hi/Lo Electronic Crossover Network
· Variable Bass Boost (0 - +18 dB @ 60Hz)
· Variable Input Level (Gain) Control
· Remote Turn On/Off
· Gold Plated RCA Inputs
· High Level MOLEX Input
· Power ON LED Indicator
· LED Protection Indicator
· Remote Bass Boost
· S/N Ratio: > 95 dB
· THD: <0.04%
· Thermal Protection
· Overload Protection
· Short Circuit Protection
· Anti-Thump Turn-On
· Blue LED Level Display
PLA2380
High Performance 1400 Watt 2 Channel
Bridgeable MOSFET Amplifier
· 700 Watts x 2 Output
· 1400 Watts x 1 Bridged Output
· Variable Hi/Lo Electronic Crossover Network
· Variable Bass Boost (0 - +18 dB @ 60Hz)
· Variable Input Level (Gain) Control
· Remote Turn On/Off
· Gold Plated RCA Inputs
· High Level MOLEX Input
· Power ON LED Indicator
· LED Protection Indicator
· Remote Bass Boost
· S/N Ratio: > 95 dB
· THD: <0.04%
· Thermal Protection
· Overload Protection
· Short Circuit Protection
· Anti-Thump Turn-On
· Blue LED Level Display
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PLA2480
High Performance 1600 Watt 2 Channel
Bridgeable MOSFET Amplifier
· 800 Watts x 2 Output
· 1600W x 1 Bridged Output
· Variable Hi/Lo Electronic Crossover Network
· Variable Bass Boost (0 - +18 dB @ 60Hz)
· Variable Input Level (Gain) Control
· Remote Turn On/Off
· Gold Plated RCA Inputs
· High Level MOLEX Inputs
· Power ON LED Indicator
· LED Protection Indicator
· Remote Bass Boost
· S/N Ratio: > 95 dB
· THD: <0.04%
· Thermal Protection
· Overload Protection
· Short Circuit Protection
· Anti-Thump Turn-On
· Blue LED Level Display
PLA2580
High Performance 1800 Watt 2 Channel
Bridgeable MOSFET Amplifier
· 900 Watts x 2 Output
· 1800W x 1 Bridged Output
· Variable Hi/Lo Electronic Crossover Network
· Variable Bass Boost (0 - +18 dB @ 60Hz)
· Variable Input Level (Gain) Control
· Remote Turn On/Off
· Gold Plated RCA Inputs
· High Level MOLEX Inputs
· Power ON LED Indicator
· LED Protection Indicator
· Remote Bass Boost
· S/N Ratio: > 95 dB
· THD: <0.04%
· Thermal Protection
· Overload Protection
· Short Circuit Protection
· Anti-Thump Turn-On
· Blue LED Level Display
PLA2680
High Performance 2400 Watt 2 Channel
Bridgeable MOSFET Amplifier
· 1200 Watts x 2 Output
· 2400W x 1 Bridged Output
· Variable Hi/Lo Electronic Crossover Network
· Variable Bass Boost (0 - +18 dB @ 60Hz)
· Variable Input Level (Gain) Control
· Remote Turn On/Off
· Gold Plated RCA Inputs
· High Level MOLEX Inputs
· Power ON LED Indicator
· LED Protection Indicator
· Remote Bass Boost
· S/N Ratio: > 95 dB
· THD: <0.04%
· Thermal Protection
· Overload Protection
· Short Circuit Protection
· Anti-Thump Turn-On
· Blue LED Level Display
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features and controls
2 ch amp PLA2180.PLA2280
PLA2180
PLA2280
power LED
protection LED
remote bass boost
(PLA2180 without)
high pass frequency control
low pass frequency control
speaker connections
power fuse
high level inputs
low level inputs
input level control
crossover mode selector
bass boost level
power terminals
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crossover mode selector
input level control
low pass frequency control
high pass frequency control
Remote Bass Boost
bass boost level control
low level inputs
high level inputs
power LED
protection LED
power fuse
power terminals
speaker connections
features and specifications
2 ch amp PLA2180.PLA2280
when used with normal, full range systems, set this switch to “FULL.” If
you wish to use the internal crossoverto power a driver of specific frequency
range, use the “LOWPASS” or “HIGHPASS” settings.
use this control to match the outputs of your head unit to the amplifier.
Starting with your head unit set at about the 2 o’clock position, increase
the amp level control until distortion begins to occur, and reduce slightly
from this point.
when the crossover selector switch is in “low pass” mode,this control sets
the upper frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
when the crossover selector switch is in “high pass” mode, this control
sets the lower frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
Plug in the Remote Bass Boost Control wire in here.
this control permits adjustment of the bass level up to an increase of
approximately 18 dB.
this amp features gold-plated RCA input jacks for high impedance input.
Use these with car stereo output which uses RCA-type connector cables.
if your car stereo lacks RCA-type output jacks, you may connect speaker
output leads to these input connectors.
this indicator is illuminated when power is applied.
this indicator is illuminated when built-in protection circuitry is activated.
the fuse protects the amplifier and your car’s electrical system from short
circuit conditions.
use these connectors to deliver power, groundand remote turn-on control
to the amplifier.
these terminals are 14K gold plated to guarantee high conductivity and
minimum signal loss.
output power @ 14.4v DC, 1KHz
RMS Power @ 4 Ohms
RMS Power @ 2 Ohms
Maximum Power Output
frequency response
input impedance
low level inputs
high level inputs
input sensitivity
low level inputs
high level inputs
power supply voltage
matching speaker impedance
stereo mode
bridged mode
maximum current draw
dimensions (WxHxL)
mm
inches
PLA2180
2 channel amplifier
40 Watts x 2
70 Watts x 2
300 Watts x 2
15 Hz-30 KHz
10K Ohms
100 Ohms
250mV
2.5V
14.4V DC Neg. Ground (10.5-16V)
2-4 Ohms
4-8 Ohms
15A
276 x 69.5 x 209
10.9 x 2.7 x 8.25
PLA2280
2 channel amplifier
75 Watts x 2
110 Watts x 2
500 Watts x 2
20A
276 x 69.5 x 305
10.9 x 2.7 x 12
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features and controls
2 ch amp PLA2380.PLA2480
PLA2380
PLA2480
power LED
protection LED
remote bass boost
high pass frequency control
low pass frequency control
speaker connections
power fuse
high level inputs
low level inputs
input level control
crossover mode selector
bass boost level
power terminals
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crossover mode selector
input level control
low pass frequency control
high pass frequency control
Remote Bass Boost
bass boost level control
low level inputs
high level inputs
power LED
protection LED
power fuse
power terminals
speaker connections
features and specifications
2 ch amp PLA2380.PLA2480
when used with normal, full range systems, set this switch to “FULL.” If
you wish to use the internal crossoverto power a driver of specific frequency
range, use the “LOWPASS” or “HIGHPASS” settings.
use this control to match the outputs of your head unit to the amplifier.
Starting with your head unit set at about the 2 o’clock position, increase
the amp level control until distortion begins to occur, and reduce slightly
from this point.
when the crossover selector switch is in “low pass” mode,this control sets
the upper frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
when the crossover selector switch is in “high pass” mode, this control
sets the lower frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
Plug in the Remote Bass Boost Control wire in here.
this control permits adjustment of the bass level up to an increase of
approximately 18 dB.
this amp features gold-plated RCA input jacks for high impedance input.
Use these with car stereo output which uses RCA-type connector cables.
if your car stereo lacks RCA-type output jacks, you may connect speaker
output leads to these input connectors.
this indicator is illuminated when power is applied.
this indicator is illuminated when built-in protection circuitry is activated.
the fuse protects the amplifier and your car’s electrical system from short
circuit conditions.
use these connectors to deliver power, groundand remote turn-on control
to the amplifier.
these terminals are 14K gold plated to guarantee high conductivity and
minimum signal loss.
output power @ 14.4v DC, 1KHz
RMS Power @ 4 Ohms
RMS Power @ 2 Ohms
Maximum Power Output
frequency response
input impedance
low level inputs
high level inputs
input sensitivity
low level inputs
high level inputs
power supply voltage
matching speaker impedance
stereo mode
bridged mode
maximum current draw
dimensions (WxHxL)
mm
inches
PLA2380
2 channel amplifier
100 Watts x 2
150 Watts x 2
700 Watts x 2
15 Hz-30 KHz
10K Ohms
100 Ohms
250mV
2.5V
14.4V DC Neg. Ground (10.5-16V)
2-4 Ohms
4-8 Ohms
30A
276 x 69.5 x 343
10.9 x 2.7 x 13.5
PLA2480
2 channel amplifier
125 Watts x 2
180 Watts x 2
800 Watts x 2
30A
276 x 69.5 x 381
10.9 x 2.7 x 15
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features and controls
2 ch amp PLA2580.PLA2680
PLA2580
PLA2680
power LED
protection LED
remote bass boost
high pass frequency control
low pass frequency control
speaker connections
power fuse
high level inputs
low level inputs
input level control
crossover mode selector
bass boost level
power terminals
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crossover mode selector
input level control
low pass frequency control
high pass frequency control
Remote Bass Boost
bass boost level control
low level inputs
high level inputs
power LED
protection LED
power fuse
power terminals
speaker connections
features and specifications
when used with normal, full range systems, set this switch to “FULL.” If
you wish to use the internal crossoverto power a driver of specific frequency
range, use the “LOWPASS” or “HIGHPASS” settings.
use this control to match the outputs of your head unit to the amplifier.
Starting with your head unit set at about the 2 o’clock position, increase
the amp level control until distortion begins to occur, and reduce slightly
from this point.
when the crossover selector switch is in “low pass” mode,this control sets
the upper frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
when the crossover selector switch is in “high pass” mode, this control
sets the lower frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
Plug in the Remote Bass Boost Control wire in here.
this control permits adjustment of the bass level up to an increase of
approximately 18 dB.
this amp features gold-plated RCA input jacks for high impedance input.
Use these with car stereo output which uses RCA-type connector cables.
if your car stereo lacks RCA-type output jacks, you may connect speaker
output leads to these input connectors.
this indicator is illuminated when power is applied.
this indicator is illuminated when built-in protection circuitry is activated.
the fuse protects the amplifier and your car’s electrical system from short
circuit conditions.
use these connectors to deliver power, groundand remote turn-on control
to the amplifier.
these terminals are 14K gold plated to guarantee high conductivity and
minimum signal loss.
2 ch amp PLA2580.PLA2680
PLA2580
output power @ 14.4v DC, 1KHz
RMS Power @ 4 Ohms
RMS Power @ 2 Ohms
Maximum Power Output
frequency response
input impedance
low level inputs
high level inputs
input sensitivity
low level inputs
high level inputs
power supply voltage
matching speaker impedance
stereo mode
bridged mode
maximum current draw
dimensions (WxHxL)
inches
2 channel amplifier
150 Watts x 2
220 Watts x 2
900 Watts x 2
15 Hz-30 KHz
10K Ohms
100 Ohms
250mV
2.5V
14.4V DC Neg. Ground (10.5-16V)
2-4 Ohms
4-8 Ohms
20Ax2
mm
276 x 69.5 x 432
10.9 x 2.7 x 17
PLA2680
2 channel amplifier
200 Watts x 2
290 Watts x 2
1200 Watts x 2
25Ax2
276 x 69.5 x 482
10.9 x 2.7 x 19
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features and controls
4 ch amp PLA4180.PLA4280
PLA4180
PLA4280
speaker connections
ch 3/4 remote bass boost
ch 3/4 high pass frequency control
ch 3/4 low pass frequency control
ch 3/4 crossover mode selector switch
ch 3/4 high level inputs
(PLA4180 without)
ch 3/4 bass boost level control
ch 3/4 input level control
ch 3/4 low level inputs
protection LED
ch 1/2 high pass frequency control
ch 1/2 low pass frequency control
ch 1/2 bass boost level control
ch 1/2 crossover mode selector switch
ch 1/2 input level control
ch 1/2 low level inputs
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ch 1/2 high level inputs
power LED
power terminals
power fuse
crossover mode selector
input level control
low pass frequency control
high pass frequency control
Remote Bass Boost
bass boost level control
low level inputs
high level inputs
power LED
protection LED
power fuse
power terminals
speaker connections
features and specifications
4 ch amp PLA4180.PLA4280
when used with normal, full range systems, set this switch to “FULL.” If
you wish to use the internal crossoverto power a driver of specific frequency
range, use the “LOWPASS” or “HIGHPASS” settings.
use this control to match the outputs of your head unit to the amplifier.
Starting with your head unit set at about the 2 o’clock position, increase
the amp level control until distortion begins to occur, and reduce slightly
from this point.
when the crossover selector switch is in “low pass” mode,this control sets
the upper frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
when the crossover selector switch is in “high pass” mode, this control
sets the lower frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
Plug in the Remote Bass Boost Control wire in here.
this control permits adjustment of the bass level up to an increase of
approximately 18 dB.
this amp features gold-plated RCA input jacks for high impedance input.
Use these with car stereo output which uses RCA-type connector cables.
if your car stereo lacks RCA-type output jacks, you may connect speaker
output leads to these input connectors.
this indicator is illuminated when power is applied.
this indicator is illuminated when built-in protection circuitry is activated.
the fuse protects the amplifier and your car’s electrical system from short
circuit conditions.
use these connectors to deliver power, groundand remote turn-on control
to the amplifier.
these terminals are 14K gold plated to guarantee high conductivity and
minimum signal loss.
output power @ 14.4v DC, 1KHz
RMS Power @ 4 Ohms
RMS Power @ 2 Ohms
Maximum Power Output
frequency response
input impedance
low level inputs
high level inputs
input sensitivity
low level inputs
high level inputs
power supply voltage
matching speaker impedance
stereo mode
bridged mode
maximum current draw
dimensions (WxHxL)
mm
inches
PLA4180
4 channel amplifier
35 Watts x 4
50 Watts x 4
250 Watts x 4
15 Hz-30 KHz
10K Ohms
100 Ohms
250mV
2.5V
14.4V DC Neg. Ground (10.5-16V)
2-4 Ohms
4-8 Ohms
20A
276 x 69.5 x 305
10.9 x 2.7 x 12
PLA4280
4 channel amplifier
50 Watts x 4
75 Watts x 4
350 Watts x 4
30A
276 x 69.5 x 381
10.9 x 2.7 x 15
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features and controls
4 ch amp PLA4380
PLA4380
speaker connections
ch 3/4 remote bass boost
ch 3/4 high pass frequency control
ch 3/4 low pass frequency control
ch 3/4 bass boost level control
ch 3/4 crossover mode selector switch
ch 3/4 input level control
ch 3/4 high level inputs
ch 3/4 low level inputs
protection LED
ch 1/2 high pass frequency control
ch 1/2 low pass frequency control
ch 1/2 bass boost level control
ch 1/2 crossover mode selector switch
ch 1/2 input level control
ch 1/2 low level inputs
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ch 1/2 high level inputs
power LED
power terminals
power fuse
crossover mode selector
input level control
low pass frequency control
high pass frequency control
Remote Bass Boost
bass boost level control
low level inputs
high level inputs
power LED
protection LED
power fuse
power terminals
speaker connections
features and specifications
when used with normal, full range systems, set this switch to “FULL.” If
you wish to use the internal crossoverto power a driver of specific frequency
range, use the “LOWPASS” or “HIGHPASS” settings.
use this control to match the outputs of your head unit to the amplifier.
Starting with your head unit set at about the 2 o’clock position, increase
the amp level control until distortion begins to occur, and reduce slightly
from this point.
when the crossover selector switch is in “low pass” mode,this control sets
the upper frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
when the crossover selector switch is in “high pass” mode, this control
sets the lower frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
Plug in the Remote Bass Boost Control wire in here.
this control permits adjustment of the bass level up to an increase of
approximately 18 dB.
this amp features gold-plated RCA input jacks for high impedance input.
Use these with car stereo output which uses RCA-type connector cables.
if your car stereo lacks RCA-type output jacks, you may connect speaker
output leads to these input connectors.
this indicator is illuminated when power is applied.
this indicator is illuminated when built-in protection circuitry is activated.
the fuse protects the amplifier and your car’s electrical system from short
circuit conditions.
use these connectors to deliver power, groundand remote turn-on control
to the amplifier.
these terminals are 14K gold plated to guarantee high conductivity and
minimum signal loss.
4 ch amp PLA4380
output power @ 14.4v DC, 1KHz
RMS Power @ 4 Ohms
RMS Power @ 2 Ohms
Maximum Power Output
frequency response
input impedance
low level inputs
high level inputs
input sensitivity
low level inputs
high level inputs
power supply voltage
matching speaker impedance
stereo mode
bridged mode
maximum current draw
dimensions (WxHxL)
mm
inches
PLA4380
4 channel amplifier
75 Watts x 4
120 Watts x 4
500 Watts x 4
15 Hz-30 KHz
10K Ohms
100 Ohms
250mV
2.5V
14.4V DC Neg. Ground (10.5-16V)
2-4 Ohms
4-8 Ohms
20Ax2
276 x 69.5 x 432
10.9 x 2.7 x 17
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PLA2180
PLA2280
PLA2380
PLA2480
PLA2580
PLA2680
electrical connections
2 ch amps PLA2180.PLA2280.PLA2380.PLA2480.PLA2580.PLA2680
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PLA4180
PLA4280
PLA4380
head unit
to remote turn-on
+12V
12V battery
electrical connections
4 ch amps PLA4180.PLA4280.PLA4380
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head unit
to remote turn-on
+12V
12V battery
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PLA2180
PLA2280
PLA2380
PLA2480
PLA2580
PLA2680
using low level inputs
head unit
using high level inputs
LL RR
head unit
stereo input connections
2 ch amps PLA2180.PLA2280.PLA2380.PLA2480.PLA2580.PLA2680
L/R Audio
Outputs
PLEASE NOTE! If using high level inputs,
do not use the low level RCA inputs at
the same time!
wiring harness
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PLA2180
PLA2280
PLA2380
PLA2480
PLA2580
PLA2680
from spealer terminals
mono input connections
2 ch amps PLA2180.PLA2280.PLA2380.PLA2480.PLA2580.PLA2680
using low level inputs
head unit
using high level inputs
head unit
Y Adaptors
To a second amplifier
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PLEASE NOTE! If using high level inputs,
do not use the low level RCA inputs at
the same time!
To a second amplifier
RRLL
from spealer terminals
wiring harnesswiring harness
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PLA4180
PLA4280
PLA4380
2/4 channel input connections
4 ch amps PLA4180.PLA4280.PLA4380
4 CH input connections using low level inputs
L/R REAR
Audio Outputs
L/R FRONT
Audio Outputs
head unit
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PLA4180
PLA4280
PLA4380
2 CH input connections using
low level inputs
high level input connections
4 CH floating ground connections
L
Y adaptors
R
4 ch amps PLA4180.PLA4280.PLA4380
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L R FRONTRLREAR
ORANGE
BLACK
BLACK
ORANGE
from speaker terminals
PLEASE NOTE! If using high level inputs, do not
use the low level RCA inputs at the same time!
ORANGE
BLACK
BLACK
ORANGE
4 CH harness wiring for common ground connections
CH 3/4
L R FRONTRLREAR
ORANGE
BLACK
BLACK
ORANGE
from speaker terminals
CH 1/2
ORANGE
BLACK
BLACK
ORANGE
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PLA4180
PLA4280
PLA4380
mono input connections
4 ch amps PLA4180.PLA4280.PLA4380
4 CH mono input connections using low level inputs
RIGHT FRONT Audio Outputs
RIGHT REAR Audio Outputs
2 CH input connections using low level inputs
LEFT FRONT Audio Outputs
LEFT REAR Audio Outputs
head unit
L
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PLA4180
PLA4280
PLA4380
PLEASE NOTE! If using high level inputs, do not
use the low level RCA inputs at the same time!
high level mono input connections
4 CH floating ground connections
RL
ORANGE
BLACK
BLACK
ORANGE
from speaker terminals
Y adaptors
R
4 ch amps PLA4180.PLA4280.PLA4380
ORANGE
BLACK
BLACK
ORANGE
4 CH harness wiring
for common ground connections
ORANGE
BLACK
BLACK
ORANGE
RL
from speaker terminals
CH 3/4
CH 1/2
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ORANGE
BLACK
BLACK
ORANGE
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PLA2180
PLA2280
PLA2380
PLA2480
PLA2580
PLA2680
Stereo Output Mode
Bridged Mono Output Mode
speaker connections
2 ch amps PLA2180.PLA2280.PLA2380.PLA2480.PLA2580.PLA2680
RIGHT speaker
speaker
LEFT speaker
MINIMUM
SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE
4 OHMS!
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PLA4180
PLA4280
PLA4380
speaker connections
4 ch amps PLA4180.PLA4280.PLA4380
4 CH Output Mode
FRONT speakers
LR
Bridged Dual Mono Output Mode
speakers
LR
RL
MINIMUM
SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE
4 OHMS!
REAR speakers
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PLA4180
PLA4280
PLA4380
speaker connections
4 ch amp PLA4180.PLA4280.PLA4380
2 CH Stereo Output Mode with Mono Bridged Subwoofer Output
L
SPEAKERS
R
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MINIMUM
SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE
4 OHMS!
SUBWOOFER
mounting and installation
mounting
Your new Pyle Red Elite Series amplifier comes complete with all required mounting hardware. When determining a suitable location in your vehicle for the amp, please remember
that it is a high-power electronic device capable of generating high heat.
For this reason, always choose a location in your vehicle which has low vibration, adequate ventilation, a minimum of dust, and no moisture. Be sure to
mount the amp in such a manner as to allow reasonable airflow over the cooling fins.
Mark the location for the mounting screw holes by positioning the amp where you wish to install it and use a scribe (or one of the mounting screws) inserted in each of
the mounting holes to mark the mounting surface. If the mounting surface is carpeted, measure the hole centers and mark with a felt tip pen.
Before attempting to drill the mounting holes, take note of any wires, lines or other devices in your vehicle which may be located behind the mounting
surface! Then drill pilot holes in the mounting surface for the mounting screws and insert them. Tighten the screws securely.
When making electrical connections to your amplifier, please observe the
wiring tips
following:
Use at least 8 gauge wire for power and ground connections.
Wire the amplifier directly to the car battery.
For the ground connection, use the shortest possible wire to a good chassis ground point.
Wire the Remote connection to the auto start lead of your head unit, equalizer or power antenna.
fuses
About power fuses:
Pyle Red Elite Series amplifiers feature built-in fuse systems. These fuses protect both the
amplifier and the electrical system in your vehicle from fault conditions. If you ever need to
replace the fuse in your Pyle Red Elite Series amp, use a fuse of exactly the same type and
rating. A different type or rating of fuse may result in damage or fire.
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protection
circuitry
The built-in protection circuitry in the Pyle
amplifiers will disable the amplifier if it senses an
input overload, a speaker short circuit, or extreme
temperature conditions.
When the protection circuit is activated by any of
these conditions, the Protection LED will be
illuminated.
Red Elite
troubleshooting
No output.
Confirm that all terminal strip connections are secure and tight.
Check both in-line and built-in fuses. Both the +12V and theRemote terminals must have +12v referenced to chassis
ground.
Confirm that the audio signal source (car radio, equalizer, etc.) is connected and is supplying output signal. To
check if the amp is supplying signal, unplug the cables from the signal source (but leave them plugged into the
amp). Briefly tap the center pin of each of the disconnected RCA plugs with your finger. This should produce a
noise (feedback) in your speakers.
Only one channel works.
Confirm that all terminal strip connections are secure and tight.
Check the Balance control on the head unit (or other source) to verify that it is set to its midpoint.
If you are using the Low Level RCA input, reverse the input plugs at the amplifier (i.e., switch the L with the R). If
the channels which is silent switches to the other side, the problem is either in the head unit/other source or the
connecting cables.
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If this occurs, carefully inspect the system to
determine the source of the problem.
• If the shutdown wasa result of a thermal overload
condition, allow the amplifier to cool down before
attempting to restart it.
• If the shutdown was a result of an input overload,
or speaker short circuit, be sure to correct the
condition before restarting.
The amplifier can be restarted by turningthe remote
power OFF and then ON again.
precautions
Do not operate the amplifier when it is unmounted.
Attach all audio system components securely within
the automobile to prevent damage, especially in an
accident.
Weak output.
Readjust the Input Level Control(s) to better suit the input signal.
Noise in the audio.
If the noise is a “whine” whose pitch follows the engine speed, confirm that the amplifier and any other signal
sources (head unit, etc.) are properly grounded.
If the noise is a “clicking” or “popping” noise whose rate follows the engine speed, this usually means that the
vehicle is equipped with resistor spark plugs and wires, or that the ignition is in need of service.
Check the rounting of the speaker and input wires to make sure they are not adjacent to wires which interconnect
lights and other accessories.
If the above steps fail to improve or clear noise interference, the system should be checked bya professional mobile
audio installer.
notes
Do not mount this amplifier so that the wire
connections are unprotected, or in a pinched
condition, or likely to be damagedby nearby objects.
Before making or breaking power connections in
your system, disconnect the vehiclebattery. Confirm
that your head unit or other equipment is turned off
while connecting the input jacks and speaker
terminals.
If you need to replace the power fuse, do so only
with a fuse identicalto that supplied with the amplifier.
Using a fuse of a different type or rating may result
in damage that isn’t covered in the manufacturer’s
warranty.
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general features
PLA4180
High Performance 1000 Watt 4 Channel
Bridgeable MOSFET Amplifier
· 250 Watts x 4 Output.
· 500Wx2Bridged Output ( 250Wx2+500Wx1)
· Dual Variable Hi/Lo Electronic Crossover Network
· Dual Variable Bass Boost (0 - +18 dB @ 60Hz)
· Variable Input Level (Gain) Control
· Remote Turn On/Off
· Gold Plated RCA Inputs
· High Level MOLEX Inputs
· Power ON LED Indicator
· LED Protection Indicator
· S/N Ratio: > 95 dB
· THD: <0.04%
· Thermal Protection
· Overload Protection
· Short Circuit Protection
· Anti-Thump Turn-On
· Tri-Mode Configurable
· Blue LED Level Display
PLA4280
High Performance 1400 Watt 4 Channel
Bridgeable MOSFET Amplifier
· 350 Watts x 4 Output
· 700 Watts x 2 Bridged Output (350Wx2+700Wx1)
· Dual Variable Hi/Lo Electronic Crossover Network
· Dual Variable Bass Boost (0 - +18 dB @ 60Hz)
· Variable Input Level (Gain) Control
· Remote Turn On/Off
· Gold Plated RCA Inputs
· High Level MOLEX Input
· Power ON LED Indicator
· LED Protection Indicator
· Remote Bass Boost
· S/N Ratio: > 95 dB
· THD: <0.04%
· Thermal Protection
· Overload Protection
· Short Circuit Protection
· Anti-Thump Turn-On
· Tri-Mode Configurable
· Blue LED Level Display
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PLA4380
High Performance 2000 Watt 4 Channel
Bridgeable MOSFET Amplifier
· 500 Watts x 4 Output
· 1000 Watts x 2 Bridged Output (500Wx2+1000 Wx 1)
· Dual Variable Hi/Lo Electronic Crossover Network
· Dual Variable Bass Boost (0 - +18 dB @ 60Hz)
· Variable Input Level (Gain) Control
· Remote Turn On/Off
· Gold Plated RCA Inputs
· High Level MOLEX Input
· Power ON LED Indicator
· LED Protection Indicator
· Remote Bass Boost
· S/N Ratio: > 95 dB
· THD: <0.04%
· Thermal Protection
· Overload Protection
· Short Circuit Protection
· Anti-Thump Turn-On
· Tri-Mode Configurable
· Blue LED Level Display
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