Ultimate Sound DD-11300-S Owners manual

DD1-1300S

Mono-Bloc Digital Power Amplifier

500 Watts RMS- 4
900 Watts RMS- 2

1300 Watts RMS- 1

Ultimate Sound, Inc. Ultimate Europe AB

Ultimate Sound, Inc Ultimate Europe AB
163 University Parkway Flojelbergsgatan 7A

Pomona, California SE 431 37
Phone: [phone] Molndal, Sweden
Fax: [phone] Phone: [phone]
e-mail Fax: [phone]

[e-mail]

europeansupport@ultimate-

europe.com

INTRODUCTION

I. Description

This device is a high power, audio amplifier. Use it responsibly. Very
loud music can cause permanent hearing loss. This amplifier is intended for
installation in vehicles with a 12 Volt, negative ground electrical system.
Attempting to connect or operate the amplifier in another type of electrical
system may cause damage to the amplifier or the electrical system.

II. About This Manual

Read the Instructions-

Be sure that you have read all operating instructions and understand all
safety precautions before installing and operating the amplifier. We

recommend that you have your Digitalis amplifier installed by a
specialist.

Follow the Instructions-

The instructions are intended to help you safely obtain the best performance
from the amplifier. Carefully follow all installation and operating
instructions.

Save the Operating Manual-

Keep the manual in a safe place after installing the amplifier. You may have
questions later.

Text Conventions used in this Manual-

Bold-

Headings and important information.

Bold, Underlined-

Very important information.

"Bold"-

As labeled on the amplifier, or quoted from elsewhere in this
manual.

III. Safety and Operating Precautions-

Caution!

This symbol warns the user of a potential risk or hazard if instructions are
not followed.

⇒ This arrow symbol points to a specific instruction for avoiding a

potential hazard.

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1. Installation

1.1 Installation- Mounting the Amplifier

Step 1- Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable before mounting the

amplifier or making any connections. Check the battery and alternator
ground (-) connections. Make sure they are properly connected and free of
corrosion
Step 2- Choose a mounting location for your amplifier. Find a location on
a flat surface away from heat and moisture. Be sure the mounting location
and the drilling of pilot holes for mounting will not present a hazard to any
wires, control cables, fuel lines, fuel tanks, hydraulic lines, or other vehicle
systems or components. Common mounting locations are under the front
passenger seat, or in the trunk area. Choose a location with unimpaired air
circulation. The amplifier will dissipate heat more efficiently if mounted
vertically.
Step 3- Place the amplifier in the mounting location, and mark the
positions of the holes with a marker, pen or pencil. Carefully drill the
mounting holes in the marked positions.

Caution!
⇒ Check carefully before drilling any pilot holes.

Step 4- Use the supplied mounting screws to securely fasten the amplifier

to the mounting surface. Wrap the screw driver shaft with electrical tape to
avoid marring the area around the mounting holes.

1.2 Installation- Power Connections

Step 1- Run a power cable from the battery to the amplifier mounting

location. Use rubber grommets to protect the cable anywhere it has to go
through metal. Use #4 AWG or larger power and ground cable.
Step 2- Connect one end of an in-line fuse holder to the power cable.
Connect the other end of the fuse holder to the positive battery post with 20
cm (or less) of the same cable. This fuse location will protect the system
and the vehicle against the possibility of a short circuit in the power cable.
Be sure to use a fuse and fuse holder adequate for the application. Do not
place a fuse in the holder at this time.

The maximum fuse rating for the Digitalis DD1-1300S is:
3 X 40 Amps

Caution!

⇒ Bridging fuses or replacing a fuse with one of a higher rating may

cause damage to the amplifier and the vehicle's electrical system.

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