Rockford Fosgate 100, 150, 250, 800, 500 User Manual

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car audio

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2-Channel Amplifiers
Operation & Installation

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punch

PUNCH 100 PUNCH 150 PUNCH 250 PUNCH 360 PUNCH 500 PUNCH 800

2.60" (6.60cm) H 2.60" (6.60cm) H 2.60" (6.60cm) H 2.60" (6.60cm) H 2.60" (6.60cm) H 2.60" (6.60cm) H

9.60" (24.38cm) W 9.60" (24.38cm) W 9.60" (24.38cm) W 9.60" (24.38cm) W 9.60" (24.38cm) W 9.60" (24.38cm) W

6.70" (17.01cm) L 6.70" (17.01cm) L 7.70" (19.55cm) L 8.70" (22.04cm) L 9.70" (24.63cm) L 14.70" (37.33cm) L

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Variable from 650mV to 11V (high level in)

overload. Thermal switch shuts down the amplifier in case of overheating.

(0, +6, +12dB) (0 to +18dB) (0 to +18dB) (0 to +18dB) (0 to +18dB) (0 to +18dB)

PECIFICATIONS

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Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz ±0.5dB

Bandwidth 10Hz to 200kHz ±3dB

Damping Factor @ 4Ω (at output connector ) >200

IM Distortion (IHF) <0.05%

Slew Rate 30 Volts µs

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Source Unit Compatibility (+15dB gain overlap) 17V max. (low level in)

Input Sensitivity (+0dB gain overlap) Variable from 250mV to 4V (low level in)

Protection NOMAD - Internal analog-computer output protection circuitry limits power in case of

Battery Fusing Rating (External to Amplifier) 15A 20A 30A 40A 50A 60A*

Fuse Type ATC ATC ATC ATC AGU AGU

Equalization (45Hz Punch Bass) Adjustable Variable Variable Variable Variable Variable

Input Impedance 20k ohms

*recommended fuse not supplied

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80 Watts x 2 80 Watts x 2 160 Watts x 2 210 Watts x 2 330 Watts x 2 480 Watts x 2

PUNCH 100 PUNCH 150 PUNCH 250 PUNCH 360 PUNCH 500 PUNCH 800

160 Watts x 1 170 Watts x 1 320 Watts x 1 450 Watts x 1 710 Watts x 1 960 Watts x

Dynamic Power Rating (IHF-202 Standard) - Measured at 14.4 Volts

Mono into a 4Ω Load

50 Watts x 2 60 Watts x 2 100 Watts x 2 140 Watts x 2 210 Watts x 2 240 Watts x 2

Per channel into a 2Ω Load

Per channel into a 4Ω Load

25 Watts x 2 37.5 Watts x 2 62.5 Watts x 2 90 Watts x 2 125 Watts x 2 200 Watts x 2

Continuous Power Rating (Competition Standard) - Measured at 13.8 Battery Volts

RMS continuous power per channel,

both channels driven into a 4Ω load

50 Watts x 2 75 Watts x 2 125 Watts x 2 180 Watts x 2 250 Watts x 2 400 Watts x 2

from 20 to 20,000 Hz with less than

0.05% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)

RMS continuous power per channel,

both channels driven into a 2Ω load

100 Watts x 1 150 Watts x 1 250 Watts x 1 360 Watts x 1 500 Watts x 1 800 Watts x 1

from 20 to 20,000 Hz, with less than

0.1% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)

RMS continuous power mono into a

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Specifications are subject to change without notice.

80Hz 80Hz 50Hz – 210Hz 50Hz – 210Hz 50Hz – 210Hz 50Hz – 210Hz

4Ω load from 20 to 20,000 Hz, with

less than 0.1% Total Harmonic

Distortion (THD)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio > 100dB A-weighted

Crossover Slope 12dB/octave Butterworth

Crossover Frequency

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on your purchase of the world's finest brand of car audio amplifiers.
At Rockford Fosgate we are fanatics about musical reproduction at its best, and we are
pleased you chose our product. Through years of engineering expertise, hand craftsman­ship and critical testing procedures, we have created a wide range of products that
reproduce music with all the clarity and richness you deserve.

For maximum performance we recommend you have your new Rockford Fosgate
product installed by an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer, as we provide specialized
training through Rockford Technical Training Institute (RTTI). Please read your
warranty and retain your receipt and original carton for possible future use.

Great product and competent installations are only a piece of the puzzle when it comes
to your system. Make sure that your installer is using 100% authentic installation
accessories from Connecting Punch in your installation. Connecting Punch has
everything from RCA cables and speaker wire to Power line and battery connectors.
Insist on it! After all, your new system deserves nothing but the best.

To add the finishing touch to your new Rockford Fosgate image order your Rockford
wearables, which include everything from T-shirts and jackets to hats and sunglasses.

To get a free brochure on Rockford Fosgate products and Rockford accessories, in the
U.S. call 602-967-3565 or FAX [phone]. For all other countries, call +001-602­967-3565 or FAX [phone].

PRACTICE SAFE SOUND™

CONTINUOUS EXPOSURE TO SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS OVER 100dB

CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS. HIGH POWERED AUTOSOUND

MAY

SYSTEMS

MAY PRODUCE SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS WELL OVER

130dB. USE COMMON SENSE AND PRACTICE SAFE SOUND.

If, after reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this product,
we recommend that you see your Rockford Fosgate dealer. If you need further
assistance, you can call us direct at 1-800-669-9899. Be sure to have your serial
number, 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 permanent 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: ________________________________

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Specifications .............................................................................................. i

Introduction................................................................................................ 1

Punch Amplifier Accessory Pack ................................................................... 1

2-Channel Feature Chart .............................................................................. 2

Design Features .......................................................................................... 4

Installation Considerations ........................................................................... 6

Mounting Location ...................................................................................... 7

Battery and Charging .................................................................................. 8

Wiring the System ....................................................................................... 8

Using Passive Crossovers ........................................................................... 10

Table of Component Values........................................................................ 11

Installation ............................................................................................... 12

System Diagrams...................................................................................... 18

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ 21

Dynamic Power Measurements................................................................... 23

Warranty Information ................................................................................ 25

International Information ............................................................................ 26

GETTING STARTED

Welcome to Rockford Fosgate! This manual is designed to provide information
for the owner, salesperson and installer. For those of you who want quick
information on how to install this product, please turn to the

Section

of this manual or refer to the icons listed below. Other information can
be located by using the Table of Contents. We, at Rockford Fosgate, have
worked very hard to make sure all the information in this manual is current. But,
as we are constantly finding new ways to improve our product, this information
is subject to change without notice.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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Rockford engineers designed the Punch 2-channel amplifiers to withstand
the rugged automotive environment while delivering superior sound quality
in a flexible, reliable, and efficient package. TRANS•ANA is a low voltage
circuit in the preamp stage of all Punch amplifiers that lets the music sound
crystal clear and very real, even when played at high volume levels. This is
matched with TOPAZ, a unique grounding circuit used to eliminate noise
problems associated with car audio systems and their installation. Flexibility
is accomplished with the use of a built-in crossover. The use of a protection
circuit called NOMAD, along with MOSFET and DSM (Discrete Surface
Mount) technologies improve amplifier efficiency. The result of these
components give the Punch amplifier awesome sound quality in a “Bullet
Proof” package. An explanation of these technologies, most of which are
exclusively designed and patented by Rockford, are described in the
Technical Design Features.

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The accessory pack shipped with the Punch 2-channel amplifiers includes
the mounting hardware necessary to secure the amp to the vehicle and to
attach the end caps to the amplifier.

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Installation & Operation Manual
Punch Verification Certificate
(4) Amplifier mounting screws (#8 x 3/4" Phillips)
(1) ATC Inline Fuseholder
(1) ATC 15 Amp Fuse (Punch 100)
(1) ATC 20 Amp Fuse (Punch 150)
(1) ATC 30 Amp Fuse (Punch 250)
(1) ATC 40 Amp Fuse (Punch 360)
(1) AGU 50 Amp Fuse (Punch 500)

Note:

Refer to the Specification section of this manual for recommended

Punch 800 fuse size.

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HANNEL AMPLIFIER FEATURE CHART

100 150 250 360 500 800

# of CHANNELS 22 2 222

RMS Power per channel (4Ω) 25x2 37.5x2 62.5x2 90x2 125x2 200x2
RMS Power per channel (2Ω) 50x2 70x2 125x2 180x2 250x2 400x2
RMS Power Bridged/Mono (4Ω) 100x1 140x1 250x1 360x1 500x1 800x1
Stable Into: (each channel) 2Ω 2Ω 2Ω 2Ω 2Ω 2Ω
Stable into: (bridged/mono) 4Ω 4Ω 4Ω 4Ω 4Ω 4Ω

CIRCUITRY

TRANS•

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– circuit topology xx x xxx

nova

– patented circuit topology

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Class-G – high efficiency topology –– – –––

MEHSA – heat dissipating technology –x x xxx

TOPAZ

– patented noise eliminating circuitry

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xx x xxx

DSM – discrete surface mount xx x xxx

MOSFETs – power supply & output devices xx x xxx

NOMAD – protection circuit xx x xxx

FEATURES

Die Cast Heatsink

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xx x xxx

Hi-Level Inputs – for factory radios xx x xxx

RCA Inputs – for aftermarket radios xx x xxx

Balanced Inputs – – – – – –

Input Switches – eliminates “Y” adaptors –– – –––

Pass-Thru – feeds signal to aux. amp –– – –––

Pwr/Spk Screw Terminals x x – – – –

Pwr/Spk Block Terminals – – x x x x

4 Gauge Pwr/Gnd – – – – – –

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100 150 250 360 500 800

Adjustable Punch Bass x – – – – –
(0dB/+6dB/+12dB @ 45Hz)

Variable Punch Bass – x x x x x
(0dB ~+18dB @ 45Hz)

Adjustable Xover (80Hz)

HP/FULL/LP5HP/FULL/LP

Variable Xover (50Hz ~ 210Hz) – –

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HP/FULL/LP5 HP/FULL/LP

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Crossover Slope (Butterworth) 12dB 12dB 12dB 12dB 12dB 12dB
Phase Warp (0

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GENERAL

B+ Fuse Size 15A ATC 20A ATC 30A ATC 40A ATC 50A AGU 60A AGU

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Dimensions (H x W x L) 2.60" x 2.60" x 2.60" x 2.60" x 2.60" x 2.60" x

9.60" x 9.60" x 9.60" x 9.60" x 9.60" x 9.60" x

6.70" 6.70" 7.70" 8.70" 9.70" 14.70"

(6.60cm x (6.60cm x (6.60cm x (6.60cm x (6.60cm x (6.60cm x

24.38cm x 24.38cm x 24.38cm x 24.38cm x 24.38cm x 24.38cmx

17.01cm) 17.01cm) 19.55cm) 22.04cm) 24.63cm) 37.33cm)

--INTERNAL USE ONLY-­Heatsink Type #1 #1 #2 #3 #4 #6

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Additional information on features, specifications and system designs can be
found at: www.rockfordfosgate.com

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Trans•nova is patented under U.S. Patent 4,467,288

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TOPAZ is patented under U.S. Patent 5,751,823

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Diecast Heatsink is patented under U.S. Patent D401,225

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HP = 12dB/octave High-Pass / LP = 12dB/octave Low-Pass / FULL = Full Range

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Recommended fuse not supplied with amplifier

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ESIGN FEATURES

Punch 100

9 8 4 7653

LED

HP–Full–LP

Left

80Hz

Input

Crossover

Right
Input

+12dB

Punch

+6dB

Bass

2

R+

L+
L–

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0dB

REM

Gain

High

R+

L+

Level

L–

R–

Input

+ –

Left Right

+ –

B+ GND

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Punch 150

9 8 4 7653 2 1

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HP–Full–LP

Left

Input

Right
Input

Punch

Bass

Gain

R+

L+
L–

R–

80Hz

Crossover

Punch 250 / Punch 360 / Punch 500

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REM

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210

50

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Punch 800

Speaker

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Punch

Bass

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Crossover

Frequency

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Left

Left

Input

Gain

R+

L+
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High
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Input

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REM

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R+
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Gain

High
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B+ GND

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Bass

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REM

B+

GND

Right
Gain

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L+
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Crossover

High

R+

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Gain

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1. Cast Aluminum Heatsink – The cast aluminum heatsink of the Punch

amplifier dissipates heat generated by the amplifier's circuitry. The
inherent advantage of casting provides a 30% improvement of cooling
over conventional extrusion heatsink designs.

2. Speaker/Power Terminals – These gold-plated connectors are used for

the connection of speaker and power wire and are immune to corrosion
that can cause signal degradation. The Punch 100 and Punch 150
utilize a barrier strip that will accept #10 spade lugs or bare speaker and
power wires sized from 10-18 AWG. The Punch 250, Punch 360,
Punch 500, and Punch 800 utilize heavy duty terminal block connec­tors that will accept bare wires size from 8-18AWG.

3. REM Terminal – This spade terminal is used to remotely turn-on and

turn-off the amplifier when +12V DC is applied.

4. RCA Input Jacks – 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.

5. High Level 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.

6. 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.

7. Punch Bass – The Punch Bass helps correct for acoustical deficiencies

in the listening environment. The Punch Bass allows a narrow band
adjustment at 45Hz to help reproduce full range sound without excessive
boost. The Punch 100 utilizes a switch that is adjustable at 0dB/+6dB/
+12dB increments. The Punch 150, Punch 250, Punch 360, Punch
500, and Punch 800 utilize a control that is variable from 0dB to
+18dB.

8. Internal Crossover – The internal crossover is used to delegate a specific

range of frequencies to the speaker system for optimum performance.
The crossover can perform three functions: High-Pass (HP), Low-Pass
(LP), or Full Range (FULL). The Punch 100 and Punch 150 utilize a
12dB/octave Butterworth crossover fixed at 80Hz. The Punch 250,
Punch 360, Punch 500, and Punch 800 utilize a 12dB/octave
Butterworth crossover variable from 50Hz to 210Hz.

9. LED Power Indicator – The LED illuminates when the unit is turned on.

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The following is a list of tools you will need for installing the Punch amplifier:
Allen wrenches 9/64" & 3/32" (included) Voltmeter
Wire strippers Battery post wrench
Electric hand drill w/assorted bits Wire cutters
17' (518.16cm) Red Power Wire Assorted connectors
12' (365.76cm) Remote Turn-On Wire Wire crimpers

1.5' (45.72cm) Black Grounding Wire

This section focuses on some of the vehicle considerations for installing your
new Punch 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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OUNTING 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. The
design of our cast aluminum heatsink serves to easily dissipate the heat
generated over a wide range of operating conditions. However, to maximize
the performance of your amplifier, care should be taken to ensure adequate
ventilation.

Trunk Mounting

Mounting the amplifier vertically on a surface with the fin grooves running
up and down 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

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.

not

recommended.

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
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recommended.

Engine Compartment Mounting

Rockford Fosgate amplifiers should
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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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 Rockford
amplifier without problems, although battery and alternator life can be
reduced slightly. To maximize the performance of your Rockford Fosgate
amplifier, we suggest the use of a heavy duty battery and an energy storage
capacitor.

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CAUTION:

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.

Avoid running power wires near the low level input cables,

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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.

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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.

fiers are not recommended for impedance loads below 2Ω stereo and 4Ω
bridged (mono) loads.

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80 4.1mH 1000µF 8.2mH 500µF 16mH 250µF
100 3.1mH 800µF 6.2mH 400µF 12mH 200µF
130 2.4mH 600µF 4.7mH 300µF 10mH 150µF

200 1.6mH 400µF 3.3mH 200µF 6.8mH 100µF
260 1.2mH 300µF 2.4mH 150µF 4.7mH 75µF
400 .8mH 200µF 1.6mH 100µF 3.3mH 50µF

600 .5mH 136µF 1.0mH 68µF 2.0mH 33µF
800 .41mH 100µF .82mH 50µF 1.6mH 26µF

1000 .31mH 78µF .62mH 39µF 1.2mH 20µF

1200 .25mH 66µF .51mH 33µF 1.0mH 16µF
1800 .16mH 44µF .33mH 22µF .68mH 10µF
4000 .08mH 20µF .16mH 10µF .33mH 5µF

6000 51µH14µF .10mH 6.8µF .20mH 3.3µF
9000 34µH 9.5µF68µH 4.7µF .15mH 2.2µF

12000 25µH 6.6µF51µH 3.3µF 100µH 1.6µF

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

For more information, see your Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer.

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Level

L–

R–

Input

+ –

Left Right

+ –

B+ GND

P100

P

150

- 15A

- 20A

Connect to remote

turn-on lead of

source unit

*Keep grounds as short as possible

Power Connections
Punch 250 / Punch 360 / Punch 500

LED

REM

B+ GND

Connect to remote

turn-on lead of

P

P360

P500

250

- 30A

- 40A

– 50A

source unit

Less than 18"

Less than 18"

Connect to chassis
ground of vehicle*

Connect to chassis
ground of vehicle*

Connect to B+ of battery with

appropriate fuse value

*Keep grounds as short as possible

Connect to B+ of battery

with appropriate fuse

– 12 –

Power Connections
Punch 800

LED

Connect to remote

turn-on lead of

source unit

P

800

Less than 18"

Connect to B+ of battery

with appropriate fuse

*Keep grounds as short as possible
1 Fuse not supplied with amplifier

I

® ®

N
S
T
A
L
L
A
T
I
O
N

REM

B+

GND

- 60A

1

–
+

Storage Capacitor

Optional Energy

Connect to chassis
ground of vehicle*

RCA Inputs
High Level Inputs

BAND

PUSH

COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH DIGITAL TUNER

SEL
VOL

ST RPT RDMLOUDLOCAL

DISP AS/PS

MENU

TRACK

RPT

SCAN

123456

SEEK

RDM DISC

use these or these

RCA Inputs

Hz

210

50

190

145

55

110

65

80

Left

Crossover

Speaker

+ L –

Punch

Gain

Frequency

Bass

• High Level Inputs connect directly to radio's speaker outputs

• RCA Inputs connect to radio's RCA preamp outputs

CAUTION: Use only one input configuration. Using both the High Level Inputs &
RCA Inputs may cause undesirable operation.

CD CHANGER CONTROL

[L+]

White

[L-]

White/Black

[R+]

Gray
Gray/Black

[R-]

Left

Input

MUTE

LOUDMODE

TUNE

High
Level
Inputs

R+

L+
L–

R–

HP–Full–LP
Crossover

Right

Right

Gain

Input

High

R+

L+

Level
Input

R–

L–

Speaker

+ R –

High Level

Inputs

R+

L+
L–

R–

– 13 –

Crossover Operation

Speaker

+ L –

Low-Pass (LP)

Operation

Hz

1212

210

50

190

145

55

110

65

80

Crossover Frequency

+3
+2
+1

0
–1
–2
–3
–4
–5
–6
–7
–8
–9

–10
–11
–12

55 65 110145

50 80 210 500 1k 2k

Frequency in Hz

190

145

Punch

Frequency

Bass

HP – Full – LP

Crossover

210

110

Crossover

I

® ®

N
S
T
A
L
L
A
T
I
O
N

Hz

50

55

65

80

Left

Left

Gain

Right

Input

Input

1

Ap

R+

L+
L–

R–

HP–Full–LP

Crossover

Right
Gain

High

R+

L+

Level
Input

Speaker

L–

R–

+ R –

2

High-Pass (HP)

210

190

145

110

Crossover Frequency

+3

+2

+1

0

–1

–2

–3

–4

–5

–6

–7

–8

–9

–10

–11

–12

Hz

80

Operation

50

55

65

50 100 200 500 1k 2k

HP – Full – LP

Crossover

Ap

Frequency in Hz

Punch Bass Operation

Hz

210

Speaker

+ L –

Punch

Bass

190

145

110

80

Crossover
Frequency

33Hz 45Hz

Minimum

50

55

65

Left

Left

Gain

67.5Hz

Right

Input

Input

+18
+12

+6
+3

0dB

33Hz 45Hz

Flat

Maximum

Boost

R+

L+

L–

R–

HP–Full–LP

Crossover

Right
Gain

High

R+

L+

Level
Input

R–

Speaker

L–

+ R –

67.5Hz

• Carefully increase potentiometer to add Punch to your bass frequencies

• Exercise caution when increasing Punch Bass. Maximum boost can cause
potential woofer damage caused by overexcursion

– 14 –

Stereo Operation
Punch 100 / Punch 150

RCA Input

I

® ®

N
S
T
A
L
L
A
T
I
O
N

LED

HP–Full–LP

Left

80Hz

Input

Crossover

–

+

• RCA inputs are connected to

• Gain for left and right channels operate

• Impedance for each channel should be

• Crossover

can be set for High-Pass (HP), Low-Pass (LP) or Full Range (FULL)

0dB

+6dB

+12dB

Punch

Bass

2Ω min.

Gain

2Ω min.

Right
Input

both left and right

REM

High Level

Input

independently

+ –

Left

Output

+

–

2Ω minimum

Stereo Operation
Punch 250 / Punch 360 / Punch 500 / Punch 800

RCA Input

Hz

210

50

Speaker

+ L –

Punch

190

145

55

110

65

80

Left

Left

Crossover

Gain

Frequency

Bass

Right

Input

Input

–

2Ω min.

2Ω min.

+

R+

Right
Gain

+

–

+ –

Right

Output

channels

L+

HP–Full–LP

L–

R–

Crossover

R+

L+

High

Level

L–

R–

Input

B+ GND

Speaker

+ R –

• RCA inputs are connected to

both left and right

• Gain for left and right channels operate

• Impedance for each channel should be

• Crossover

can be set for High-Pass (HP), Low-Pass (LP) or Full Range (FULL)

– 15 –

channels

independently

2Ω minimum

Mono Operation
Punch 100 / Punch 150

RCA Input

I

® ®

N
S
T
A
L
L
A
T
I
O
N

LED

HP–Full–LP

80Hz

Crossover

Left

Input

0dB

+6dB

Right

+12dB

Input

Punch

Bass

REM

Gain

High Level

+ –

Input

Left

Output

+–

4Ω min.

• RCA inputs are connected to

• Gain for left and right channels are

• Impedance for mono channel should be

• Crossover

can be set for High-Pass (HP), Low-Pass (LP) or Full Range (FULL)

both left and right

set equally

4Ω minimum

to balance the subwoofer

Mono Operation
Punch 250 / Punch 360 / Punch 500 / Punch 800

RCA Input

Hz

210

50

Speaker

+ L –

Punch

190

145

55

110

65

80

Crossover

Frequency

Bass

Left

Left

Gain

Right

Input

Input

R+
R–

Right
Gain

High
Level
Input

+ –

Right

Output

channels

L+

HP–Full–LP

L–

Crossover

R+

L+
L–

R–

B+ GND

Speaker

+ R –

+–

4Ω min.

• RCA inputs are connected to

• Gain for left and right channels are

both left and right

set equally

• Impedance for mono channel should be

• Crossover

can be set for High-Pass (HP), Low-Pass (LP) or Full Range (FULL)

– 16 –

channels

to balance the subwoofer

4Ω minimum

Stereo/Mono Operation
Punch 100 / Punch 150

RCA Input

I

® ®

N
S
T
A
L
L
A
T
I
O
N

LED

HP–Full–LP

Left

80Hz

Input

Crossover

• RCA inputs are connected to both

• Gain for left and right channels are

• Impedance for each channel should be

• Impedance for mono channel should be

• Crossover is set for

Full Range

Right
Input

–

+

0dB

+6dB

Gain

+12dB

High Level

Punch

Bass

2Ω min. 2Ω min.

+–

REM

Input

4Ω min.

+ –

Left

Output

+

–

+ –

Right
Output

B+ GND

left and right channels

set equally

to balance the subwoofer

2Ω minimum

4Ω minimum

• Passive Crossovers are needed for proper stereo/mono operation

Stereo/Mono Operation
Punch 250 / Punch 360 / Punch 500 / Punch 800

RCA Input

Hz

210

50

Speaker

+ L –

Punch

190

145

55

110

65

80

Left

Left

Crossover
Frequency

Bass

Input

Gain

–

2Ω min. 2Ω min.

+

+–

R+

L+

HP–Full–LP

L–

R–

Crossover

Right

Right

Gain

Input

R+

L+

High
Level
Input

Speaker

L–

R–

+ R –

+

–

4Ω min.

• RCA inputs are connected to both

• Gain for left and right channels are

• Impedance for each channel should be

• Impedance for mono channel should be

• Crossover is set for

Full Range

left and right channels

set equally

to balance the subwoofer

2Ω minimum

4Ω minimum

• Passive Crossovers are needed for proper stereo/mono operation

– 17 –

S

YSTEM

2-Way System

D

IAGRAMS

BAND

PUSH

SEL
VOL

MENU

COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH DIGITAL TUNER

ST RPT RDMLOUDLOCAL

DISP AS/PS

TRACK

SEEK

RDM DISC

RPT

SCAN

123456

CD CHANGER CONTROL

MUTE

LOUDMODE

TUNE

Tweeter

Midrange

Crossover

Crossover

Tweeter

Midrange

– 18 –

3-Way System
Using single voice coil woofers

Tweeter

Midrange

Crossover

Front

BAND

PUSH

COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH DIGITAL TUNER

SEL
VOL

ST RPT RDMLOUDLOCAL

DISP AS/PS

TRACK

RPT

SCAN

123456

SEEK

MENU

CD CHANGER CONTROL

RDM DISC

MUTE

LOUDMODE

TUNE

Crossover

Tweeter

Rear

Midrange

+

+

+ +

+

+

+

–

+

–

8Ω 8Ω

–

+

4Ω 4Ω 4Ω4Ω

+

+

–

8Ω 8Ω8Ω

+

– –

–

–

–

–

–

+

–

–

Example of 3 popular woofer configurations

• (2) 8Ω woofers wired in parallel

• (3) 8Ω woofers wired in parallel

• (4) 4Ω woofers wired in series/parallel

NOTE: Use only one woofer configuration at a
time to prevent unstable amplifier operation

– 19–

3-Way System
Using dual voice coil woofers

BAND

PUSH

COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH DIGITAL TUNER

SEL
VOL

ST RPT RDMLOUDLOCAL

DISP AS/PS

TRACK

RPT

SCAN

123456

SEEK

MENU

Front

Sub

Crossover

Tweeter

Midrange

Power 150a1 or
Power 200a1
Mono Amplifier

+

+

+

+

Crossover

+

–

4Ω x 2

–

+

– + –

4Ω x 2 4Ω x 2

CD CHANGER CONTROL

RDM DISC

Tweeter

Midrange

+

LOUDMODE

Tweeter

Midrange

–

MUTE

TUNE

Rear

Crossover

Crossover

Tweeter

Midrange

–

+

–

–

–

+

–

+

– + –

+

4Ω x 2 4Ω x 2

–

–

+

+

4Ω x 2

–

+

–

Example of 3 popular woofer configurations

• (1) 4Ωx2 woofers wired in parallel

• (2) 8Ωx2 woofers wired in series/parallel

• (3) 4Ωx2 woofers wired in series/parallel

NOTE: Use only one woofer configuration at a time
to prevent unstable amplifier operation

– 20–

T

ROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom Diagnosis Remedy

TROUBLE-

S
H
O
O
T

I
N
G

Amplifier does not
turn on

(Power LED is off)

Amplifier has no
sound

(Power LED is on)

Speaker Output
Low or Distorted

Voltage applied to the REM
terminal of the amplifier is
not between 10.5 and

15.5 volts or there is no
voltage present.

Voltage to the B+ terminal
of the amplifier is not be­tween 10.5 and 15.5 volts
or there is no voltage
present.

Amplifier is not properly
grounded.

Speaker leads are shorted
to each other or to the chas­sis of the vehicle.

Speakers are defective.

Input gain signal for amplifier
is incorrectly set.

Check the alternator, battery, fuse,
and wiring and repair as necessary.
If the voltage is above 15.5 volts,
have the electrical system inspected
by an authorized car service center.

Check the alternator, battery, fuse,
and wiring and repair as necessary.
If the voltage is above 15.5 volts,
have the electrical system inspected
by an authorized car service center.

Check wiring and repair as neces­sary.

Disconnect existing speakers and
test with known working speakers
and wires. If amplifier plays, check
and repair wiring and installation of
speakers as necessary.

Disconnect existing speakers and
test with known working speakers.
If amplifier plays, check and repair
speakers as necessary.

Readjust input gains of amplifier.

Amplifier Noise

(Turn-on Pop)

Source unit output too low or
source unit has no output.

Low battery voltage or large
voltage drops to the amplifier
under load.

Voltage spike from output of
preceding component is en­tering amplifier through in­put signal.

– 21 –

Check system with known working
source and repair or replace origi­nal source as needed.

Check the alternator, battery, fuse,
and power and ground wiring.
Repair as necessary.

Disconnect input signal to ampli­fier and turn amplifier on and off. If
noise is eliminated, connect REM
lead of amplifier to source unit with
a delay turn-on module.

Symptom Diagnosis Remedy

TROUBLE-

S
H
O
O
T
I
N
G

Amplifier Noise

(Turn-on Pop)

Engine Noise

Voltage spike from remote
turn-on lead is entering
through REM input terminal.

Noise is radiating into RCA
signal cable.

Bad component in the signal
chain.

Noise is radiating into speaker
cables.

Multiple grounds in the
audio system.

Use a different 12 volt source for
REM lead of amplifier (i.e., battery
direct). If noise is eliminated, use a
relay to isolate amplifier from noisy
turn-on output.

Check connections, run the RCA
cables on a different route away
from sources of high current.

Check connections, bypass addi­tional components (crossovers and
equalizers) between the source unit
and the amplifier. Connect one
component at a time to determine
the culprit. Repair or replace com­ponents as necessary.

Disconnect existing speakers and
connect a test speaker to the output
terminals of the amplifier. If noise is
gone, reroute the speaker cables
away from sources of high voltage.

Check ground connections and
connect amplifiers, signal proces­sors, and other components to a
central location or try a different
grounding point on the chassis.

Ground loop between source
unit and antenna.

Check connections, disconnect
antenna from source unit. If noise is
gone, install an antenna ground
loop isolator.

Engine Noise when
using high level
inputs

TOPAZ input circuitry (in Rock­ford amps) or floating input
circuitry (in non-Rockford
amps) does not have refer­ence to “chassis ground.” This
noise, if any, occurs at the
auxiliary amplifier whose in­puts are fed from the pass-

Supply reference ground to the
TOPAZ input circuit (or floating in­put circuit in non-Rockford amps).
Connect shield of RCA input from
auxiliary amp to chassis ground of
radio. An alternative method is to
connect the RCA shield to the
amplifier's power ground terminal.

thru output of the first amp.

• If noise persists, see your Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer.

– 22 –

D

YNAMIC POWER

About the Dynamic Power Measurements

The Audio Graph PowerCube is a test instrument used to measure the output of
an amplifier in accordance with IHF-202 industry standards. The IHF-202
standard is a dynamic power measurement and was developed as a means of
measuring power in a manner that best represents the Real World operation of an
amplifier. Many manufacturers, including Rockford Fosgate, at times will measure
amplifier power into a fixed resistor (4 ohm, 2 ohm). While this method is useful
in some types of evaluation and testing, it is not representative of an amplifier that
is connected to a speaker and playing music.

Music

Music is dynamic; the sound waves are complex and constantly changing. In
order to simulate this, the IHF-202 standard calls for the input signal to the
amplifier to be a 1kHz bursted tone. This signal is input (on for 20 milliseconds)
and reduced 20dB for 480 milliseconds. The signal is gradually increased in level
until the amplifier's output exceeds 1% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD). At 1%
distortion becomes audible, therefore, any power produced above that level is
considered
power in excess of 10% distortion. They use many names for this measurement,
such as Total Maximum Power or Maximum Output Power. This is not indicative
of the

unusable

actual usable output power

M

EASUREMENTS

. Many manufacturers represent their amplifiers' output

.

Listening to Loudspeakers - Not Resistors

A loudspeaker is not a resistor. A resistor's value (resistance measured in ohms)
is fixed. A loudspeaker's impedance is dynamic. It is constantly changing in value,
dependent upon the frequency of the input signal. Therefore, measuring power
with the amplifier loaded into a 4 ohm resistor is not the same as measuring power
with the amplifier connected to a 4 ohm speaker. Most people do not listen to
music through a resistor.
A 4 ohm speaker may experience a drop in impedance 4-6 times lower than its
nominal (printed) impedance. A speaker will also create phase shifts in the signal
that is passed through it. These phase shifts happen because a speaker is an
inductor (voice coil) and a capacitor (compliance of the surround/spider), as well
as a resistor (voice coil wire).
To simulate a speaker the Audio Graph PowerCube measures output power into
20 different loads. It tests at 8 ohms, 4 ohms, 2 ohms and 1 ohm. Each of these
impedances is also tested at –60°, –30°, 0°, +30° and +60° phase angles.
These different impedances and phase angles represent the shifts in impedance
and phase that can occur in a typical loudspeaker.

– 23 –

Information Cubed

The data acquired in the testing procedure is then graphed in the form of a
3-dimensional cube, hence the name PowerCube.

The

Phase Angle

presented on the vertical axis and the

Output Power,

is expressed on the horizontal axis, the

Impedance

is displayed on the Z axis.

Output Voltage

is

in watts, is listed on the left hand side for each impedance at

each phase angle.

Audio Graph – The PowerCube™

MODEL BEING

TESTED

Amplifier:

PUNCH 200.
Serial No:
Owner :

ROCKFORD CORPORATION

85 W

8Ω –60°

*

84 W

–30°

84 W

0°

84 W

30°

86 W

60°

162 W

4Ω –60°

*

157 W

–30°

156 W

0°

157 W

30°

162 W

60°

273 W

2Ω –60°

*

IMPEDANCE

258 W

–30°

251 W

0°

256 W

30°

271 W

60°

390 W

1Ω –60°

*

356 W

–30°

346 W

0°

352 W

30°

390 W

60°

VOLTAGE FROM

BATTERY

2

14.4V x 2

POWER

IN

WATTS

{

–60° (Cap)

• Example of a Punch 200.2 PowerCube

MONO = BRIDGED MONO

0°

{

PHASE ANGLES

x2 = STEREO

Rated Power : 100 W @ 4 Ohms

(Ind) +60°

50V

30V

10V

OUTPUT VOLTAGE

8Ω

4Ω

2Ω

1Ω

{

Impedance

What is an Amplifier?

An amplifier by definition is a voltage generating device, recreating the signal
which is input to it identically but with increased volume. It will be connected
to a reactive load (the speaker). The impedance of this load and phase of the
signal passing through the load will vary, dependent upon the frequency of
the input signal (music).

Therefore, a perfect amplifier will be able to maintain the same output voltage
regardless of load characteristics and will not alter the signal it is reproducing.
A perfect amplifier when measured by the Audio Graph PowerCube would
present data that forms a perfect cube. Unfortunately, amplifiers are not
perfect. The laws of physics generally prevent it. A great amplifier is about the
best one can hope to attain.

As you can see by the PowerCube and as you will experience by listening,
your Punch amplifier is a GREAT AMPLIFIER!

– 24 –

L

IMITED

Rockford Corporation offers a limited warranty on Rockford Fosgate products on the following
terms:

• Length of Warranty

3 years on electronics 90 days on electronic B-stock (receipt required)
2 years on source units 90 days on speaker B-stock (receipt required)
1 year on speakers

• What is Covered

This warranty applies only to Rockford Fosgate products sold to consumers by Authorized
Rockford Fosgate Dealers in the United States of America or its possessions. Product
purchased by consumers from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in another country
are covered only by that country’s Distributor and not by Rockford Corporation.

• Who is Covered

This warranty covers only the original purchaser of Rockford product purchased from an
Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in the United States. In order to receive service, the
purchaser must provide Rockford with a copy of the receipt stating the customer name,
dealer name, product purchased and date of purchase.

• Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced

(with a product deemed to be equivalent) at Rockford's discretion.

• What is Not Covered

1. Damage caused by accident, abuse, improper operations, water, theft

2. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product

3. Service performed by anyone other than Rockford or an Authorized Rockford Fosgate

4. Any product which has had the serial number defaced, altered, or removed

5. Subsequent damage to other components

6. Any product purchased outside the U.S.

7. Any product not purchased from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer

W

Service Center

ARRANTY INFORMATION

• Limit on Implied Warranties

Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and merchantability are
limited in duration to the period of the express warranty set forth above. Some states do not
allow limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No
person is authorized to assume for Rockford Fosgate any other liability in connection with
the sale of the product.

• How to Obtain Service

Please call 1-800-669-9899 for Rockford Customer Service. You must obtain an RA#
(Return Authorization number) to return any product to Rockford Fosgate. You are
responsible for shipment of product to Rockford.

Ship to: Electronics
Rockford Corporation
Warranty Repair Department
2055 E. 5th Street
Tempe, AZ 85281
RA#:_________________

Ship to: Speakers
Rockford Acoustic Design
(Receiving-speakers)
609 Myrtle N.W.
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
RA#:_________________

– 25 –

I NTERNATIONAL

I NFORMATION

– 26 –

LEA DETENIDAMENTE LAS SIGUIENTES INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION DEL
PRODUCTO. EVITARA POSIBLES DAÑOS A VD., AL VEHICULO O AL PRODUCTO.

I

NTRODUCCION

Los ingenieros de Rockford han diseñado los amplificadores Punch para ofrecer
en el dificil entorno de un automóvil una calidad de sonido superior en un
producto flexible, fiable y eficiente. Trans•
la etapa de preamplificación de los amplificadores Punch que permite que la
musica suene limpia y cristalina y muy real, incluso a altos niveles de audicion.
Esto se complementa con el TOPAZ, un circuito exclusivo de masa utilizado
para eliminar los ruidos asociados con las instalaciones de car-audio. La
flexibilidad esta garantizada con el uso de la crossover incorporada. La
fiabilidad se refuerza con el uso de un circuito de proteccion llamado NOMAD,
mientras que los MOSFET y la tecnologia DSM (montaje discreto en superficie)
aumentan la eficiencia del amplificador. La combinacion de todos estos
componentes dan al amplificador Punch una impresionante calidad de sonido
en un chasis discreto. Mas adelante encontrará mas explicaciones de todas
estas tecnologías, la mayoria de ellas usados en exclusiva y patentadas por
Rockford.

ana

es un circuito de baja tensión en

U

BICACIÓN PARA EL

M

ONTAJE

Montaje en el Malatero

Monte el amplificador verticalmente con las lineas del radiador orientadas de
arriba hacia abajo. De esta manera conseguira la mejor ventilacion.

Montaje en el Compartimento de Pasajeros

El montaje en el compartimento de pasajeros sera eficiente en funcion de la
ventilacion 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.

Instalacion

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

Terminal B+

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

– 27 –

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
superficie de metal y limpielo de toda suciedad asegure el cable al chasis
con un tornillo.

Terminal REM

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

Funcionamiento Estereo/Mono

RCA Input

Hz

210

50

Speaker

+ L –

Punch

190

145

55

110

65

80

Left

Left

Crossover

Gain

Frequency

Bass

–

+

Right

Input

Input

2Ω min. 2Ω min.

+–

R+

L+

HP–Full–LP

L–

R–

Crossover

Right
Gain

R+

L+

High
Level
Input

Speaker

L–

R–

+ R –

+

–

ESPAÑOL

4Ω min.

• Las entradas RCA se conectan a ambos

• Las ganancias izquierda y derecha han de

canales izquierdo y derecho

ajustarse igual

para ambos

canales

• La impedancia minima para cada canal debe ser

• La impedancia minima mono debe ser

• Crossover en

Full Range

4Ω.

2Ω.

• Debe usarse un filtro pasivo para la configuracion estereo/mono

• No llevar a masa ningun cable de altavoz

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

mono

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ATTENTION: Veuillez lire les instructions suivantes pour l'installation de cet
amplifcateur. Ne pas les suivre pourrait causer des blessures ou endommager le
véhicule.

I

NTRODUCTION

Les ingénieurs de Rockford Fosgate ont conçu l'amplificateur Punch pour
supporter l'environnement rude de l'automobile en délivrant une qualité de son
supérieure dans un ensemble efficace, fiable et flexible. Trans•
de bas voltage dans l'étage de préamplification de tous les ampificateurs Punch
qui reproduit un son musical clair comme du cristal et très réel, même à très haut
volume. Ceci est accompagné du TOPAZ, un circuit unique employé pour
éliminer les problèmes de bruits parasites associés aux systémes audiomobile
et leur installation. La flexibilité est assurée par l'emploi d'une crossover
incorporée.

La fiabilité est garantie grâce au circuit de protection NOMAD, la technologie
MOSFET et DSM (Composants Montés en Surface) améliorent l'efficacité de
l'amplificateur.

L'ensemble de ces atouts donne à l'amplificateur Punch une qualité de son
inégalable sous une carrosserie “pare-balles.”

Vous trouverez de plus amples informations sur ces technologies, exclusivement
conçues et brevetées par Rockford, dans la rubrique technique.

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M

ONTAGE

Montage dans le coffre

Monter l'amplificateur verticalement avec les rainures de haut en bas ce qui lui
permet de refroidir plus facilement.

Montage dans l'habitacle

Monter l'amplificateur dans l'habitacle ne pose aucun problème, du moment
qu'il y ait assez d'air pour le refroidir. Si vous montez l'ampli en dessous du
siège, prévoyez 3 cm d'air autour du radiateur.

Installation

Pour votre sécurité, déconnectez la borne négative de la batterie du véhicule
avant de commencer l'installation.

Terminal B+

Il est impératif qu'il y ait un fusible sur le câble pour la connexion à la masse.
Préparez le châssis en grattant la peinture de la surface métallique et nettoyez
la saleté et l'huile. Attachez le câble au châssis avec une vis.

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Terminal GND

Préparez une longueur de câble pour la connexion à la masse. Préparez le châssis
en grattant la peinture de la surface métallique et nettoyez la saleté et l'huile. Attachez
le câble au châssis avec une vis.

Terminal REM

Connectez le fil REM à une commande 12 volts positive de la source. La
commande 12 volts est habituellement prise sur la sortie antenne électrique
de la source ou la commande accessoire. Si la source ne dispose pas de
ces sorties, nous vous recommandons d'installer un interrupteur qui
fournira un positif 12 volts au REM de l'amplificateur.

Opération stéréo/mono (tri mode)

RCA Input

Hz

210

50

Speaker

+ L –

Punch

190

145

55

110

65

80

Left

Left

Crossover

Frequency

Bass

–

+

Input

Gain

2Ω min. 2Ω min.

+–

4Ω min.

R+

L+

HP–Full–LP

L–

R–

Crossover

Right

Right

Gain

Input

R+

L+

High
Level
Input

Speaker

L–

R–

+ R –

+

–

• 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

FRANÇAIS

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BITTE LESEN SIE DIESE GEBRAUCHSANLEITUNG ZUERST SORGFÄLTIG DURCH.
DAS KANN SIE VOR DEM FALSCHEN EINSATZ, AUSFALLEN ODER SOGAR
BESCHÄDIGUNG DES PRODUKTES ODER IHRES FAHRZEUGES SCHÜTZEN.

E

INLEITUNG

Rockford Ingenieure haben die Punch Verstärker entwickelt. Mit höchstem
Technologie-Standart, hervorragender Klangqualität, einfacher Handhabung
und bester Servicefreundlichkeit Trans•
Vorverstärkerteil aller Punch Verstärker die für kristallklaren Klang auch bei sehr
hohen Lautstärken sorgt. TOPAZ, eine einzigartige Erdungsschaltung verhindert
und unterdrückt Einstreuungen und Störungen die nur allzu oft Car Audio
Systeme beeinträchtigen. Flexibilität durch die Vielfalt der Aktivweiche mit ihren
crossover, lange Lebensdauer durch die Schutzschaltung NOMAD und der
Einsatz von MOSFET Transistoren und DSM (Discrete Surface Mount), machen
diese Verstärker so effizient. Das Ergebnis all dieser Komponenten machen
Punch-Verstärker so einzigartig und in ihrer Klangqualität nahezu unschlagbar.
Eine genauere Beschreibung dieser Technologien, die gröbtenteils einzigartig
und von Rockford patentiert sind, finden Sie unter Technical Design Features.

E

INBAUORT

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Im Fahrzeugkofferraum

Der vertikale Einbau der Endstufen, das bedeutet, dab die Kühlrippen von oben
nach unten verlaufen, 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.

Einbau

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

B+ Anschluβ

Die Plus-Leitung MUβ 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.

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GND Anschluβ

Preparieren Sie Ihr Kabel für die 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 Anschluβ

Verbinden Sie das Ein-und Ausschaltungskontroll-Kabel mit Ihrem Radio
(12 Volt positiv). Normalerweise verwenden Sie hierfür die Ant.-Remote
Ihres Radios oder ein eigens dafür vorgesehenes Kabel (Amp-Remote).
Sollte Ihr Radio diesen Anschlub nicht besitzen, so verwenden Sie eine 12
Volt Spannung, die Sie durch einen Schalter ein- und ausschalten können.

Stereo/Mono Operation

RCA Input

Hz

210

50

Speaker

+ L –

Punch

190

145

55

110

65

80

Left

Left

Crossover

Frequency

Bass

–

+

Input

Gain

2Ω min. 2Ω min.

+–

R+

L+

HP–Full–LP

L–

R–

Crossover

Right

Right

Gain

Input

R+

L+

High
Level
Input

Speaker

L–

R–

+ R –

+

–

DEUTSCH

4Ω min.

• Chinch Eingänge des

rechten- und linken-Kanales anschlieben

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

• Die Impedanz für jeden Kanal sollte

• Die Impedanz des Mono Kanales sollte

• Die Akltivweichen sollten auf jeden

minimum 2 Ohm betragen.

minimum 4 Ohm betragen

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

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ATTENZIONE: SI PREGA DI LEGGERE LE SEGUENTI ISTRUZIONI PER L'INSTALLAZIONE
DI QUESTO PRODOTTO. IL NON SEGUIRLE POTREBBE RISULTARE SERIAMENTE
DANNOSO PER LA PERSONA O PER IL VEICOLO.

I

NTRODUZIONE

Gli ingenieri Rockford hanno progettato la serie di amplificatori Punch per
resistere all'ostico ambiente automobilistico mentre suonano con una musicalitá
superiore, offrendo un insieme versatile, affidabile ed efficiente. Trans•
circuito a bassa tensione dello stadio preamplificatore del Punch che permette
al suono di essere cristallino e reale anche in presenza di volumi molto
elevati…tutto questo é accoppiato TOPAZ, un exclusivo circuito di massa
impiegato per eliminare i problemi di rumore comunemente presenti negli
impianti car audio. Il massimo della versatilitá é raggiunto con l'impiego delle
crossover. L'affidabilitá é completamente garantita dall'impiego di un circuito
di protezione chiamato NOMAD, mentre l'uso di MOSFET e della tecnologia DSM
(Discrete Surface Mount) permette di raggiungere efficienze elevatissime. Il
risultato finale di tutte queste tecnnologie moderne é che gli amplificatori Punch
suonano meravigliosamente e sono indistruttibili, a “prova di proiettile.” Una
spiegazione di queste tecnologie innovative, molte coperte da brevetti Rockford,
sono descritte in un'altra sezione di questo manuale.

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D

OVE POSIZIONARLO

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.

Nell'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.

Installazione

Per sicurezza, scollegare il polo negativo della batteria dell'auto prima di
iniziare l'installazione.

Terminale B+ (cavo positivo)

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

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Terminale 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.

Terminale REM (Consenso di accensione)

Collegare il cavo REM ad un positivo presente solo ad autoradio accesa
(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.

Stereo/Mono Operation

RCA Input

Hz

210

50

Speaker

+ L –

Punch

190

145

55

110

65

80

Left

Left

Crossover
Frequency

Bass

–

+

Input

Gain

2Ω min. 2Ω min.

+–

R+

L+

HP–Full–LP

L–

R–

Crossover

Right

Right

Gain

Input

R+

L+

High
Level
Input

+

–

Speaker

L–

R–

+ R –

4Ω min.

• 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

– 34 –

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are produced by American companies. However, due to the global nature of their

manufacturing facilities and the loudspeaker parts industry in general, some parts may be

manufactured in other countries.

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