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MM404 /  4 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER APPLICATIONS 

4 CHANNEL FULL RANGE SYSTEM

2 or 3 CHANNEL FULL RANGE SYSTEM

Level control checklist:

Here we show how to use the 4 channel amplifiers as straight forward discrete 4 

- Refer to the section 

“Setting up systems after installation for best performance”

channel full range units.

Minimum final loudspeaker impedances:

Interconnect cable checklist:

- 2-Ohms per channel.

- Connect the four inputs of the amplifier to a Radio/CD with quality RCA cables.

Switch setting checklist:

- 1/2CH X-OVER:

  FULL

- 3/4CH X-OVER:

  FULL

Crossover frequency control checklist:

Channels 1/2:

- HI PASS: N/A

- LOW PASS: N/A

Channels 3/4:

- HI PASS: N/A

- LOW PASS: N/A

Crossover frequency control checklist:

Here we show how to use the 4 channel amplifiers as full range 2 or 3 channel 

Channels 1/2:

units  by  taking  advantage  of  the  mono  bridging  capability  of  all  Autotek 
amplifiers.

- HI PASS: N/A

- LOW PASS: N/A

The  following  example  shows  how  to  create  a  3  channel  system  by  mono 
bridging channel pair 3 / 4. In order to create a 2 channel system, simply follow 

Channels 3/4:

the example to also mono bridge channel pair 1 / 2.

- HI PASS: N/A

- LOW PASS: N/A

Interconnect cable checklist:

- Connect the inputs of channel pair 1/2 to a suitable stereo source, e.g. a head 

TIP:

 If you are using the mono sub bass output of an active crossover, there is 

unit with good quality RCA cables.

nothing wrong with switching in   the low pass filter in these amplifiers for a 

- A MONO signal source is required to bridge channel pair 3/4, such as would be 

steeper low pass roll off.

available  from  the  mono  sub  bass  output  of  an  active  crossover,  whether 
standalone, or built into a head unit or equalizer. 

Level control checklist:

Important:

 Do not be tempted to connect the hot, or positive outputs, from any 

- Refer to the section 

“Setting up systems after installation for best performance”

source together to obtain a mono signal, as this could very well damage the 
output stage of that source.

Minimum final loudspeaker impedances:

- It is necessary to feed the SAME signal to both left and right inputs via a Y-

- 2-Ohms per channel in stereo mode.

adapter RCA cable.

- 4-Ohms mono bridged.

- Connect the mono speaker positive terminal to the CH4 +, and its negative 
terminal to CH3 - as shown.

Switch setting checklist:

- 1/2CH X-OVER:

  FULL

- 3/4CH X-OVER:

  FULL

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Summary of Contents for Mean Machine MM1-1000D

Page 1: ...MM404 MM1000 1D MM1500 1D AMPLIFIERS MEAN MACHINE EVOLUTION OF POWER R...

Page 2: ...mplifiers have a built in diagnostic mode that will detect shorted speaker leads low impedance dangeroushightemperatures DCshortsandwillshutdowntheamptohelppreventseriousdamage GeneralInstallationProc...

Page 3: ...Drill a clearance hole in the chassis the same size as the lug hole and use a bolt spring washer and nut to securely fasten the ground lug Use petroleum jelly to coat the bolt lug connection to preven...

Page 4: ...LOWPASS AllowsyotoadjusttheLOWPASScrossoverfilterfrom35Hzto250Hz Eachmodeliscapableof1ohmminimum BothmodelshaveMASTER SLAVEcapabilitiesforlinking2modelstogether BRIDGED PROTECT When 2 amplifiers are u...

Page 5: ...l system simply follow Channels3 4 theexampletoalsomonobridgechannelpair1 2 HIPASS N A LOWPASS N A Interconnectcablechecklist Connect the inputs of channel pair 1 2 to a suitable stereo source e g a h...

Page 6: ...o the chassis 3 Route a 2 gauge power cables directly to the vehicle battery with an in line ground fuse 5 Connectthesubwoofer s inaccordancetothediagramsbelow 6 MakesuretheMASTER SLAVEswitchisintheMA...

Page 7: ...soverswitcheswillcontrolboththeMasterandSlaveamps TheSlave 7 Connectthesubwoofer s inaccordancetothediagramsbelow ampcrossoverswitcheswillbebypassed 8 Connecta12gaugejumperfromMasterampspeaker toSlave...

Page 8: ...6 Bridged Protect Optional Connection No Yes Yes...

Page 9: ...y cut off for your system reproduction The point that you set it at cuts off any frequencies from reproduction beyond this point The 12 o clock position is a great starting point EXAMPLE If you adjust...

Page 10: ...hemainfusetoblow 3 Ifanamplifierfuseblowscontinually withonly 12volt groundandremoteleadsconnected theamplifiermaybefaulty Systemdoesnotturnon 1 Checkallfuses 2 Checkallconnections 3 Measure the 12 vo...

Page 11: ...returned Valid purchase receipts will contain the name and address of the authorized reseller Any damage to the product as a result of misuse abuse accident incorrect wiring improper installation alte...

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