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Page 1: ...OPERATI N INSTAl N MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...o minimize noise and distortion 2 ohm stereo stable 4 ohm mono stable Gold plated power speaker and RCA connectors Speaker level input Low profile construction with aluminum heat sink for efficient heat dissipation ABOUT THE MANUAL AND WARRANTY This manual describes the basic requirements to install the Clarion APX480M amplifier The installation of this amplifier can be quite complex to install if...

Page 3: ...rporates safe guards and an outboard ATC fuse to prevent damage to the amplifier INPUT CONNECTIONS AND AUDIO CONTROLS The front panel of the APX480M contains both connections for RCA and speaker level inputs along with the audio controls as shown below CJ 0 INPUT GAIN EX gER CH1 2 MODE CH3 4 PO OWER 0 D CH1 CH3 CH1 2 CH3 4 CH1 2 CH1 2 CH1 2CH STEREO MONO MONO r re e d H t c EJil 1 4 eCH3 2CH IN e ...

Page 4: ... and has output from all 4 channels The Bass Extender will work only on CH 1 2 and have no effect on CH 3 4 4 CH Uses all 4 channel inputs and has output from all 4 channels The Bass Extender will work only on CH 1 2 and have no effect on CH 3 4 Output Mode Selector Switch CH 1 2 and CH 3 4 STEREO Full left and right stereo operation CH 1Mono CH 2 Mono Single channel input for bridged operation Th...

Page 5: ...he Frequency Range Multiplier changes the setting to 2400Hz CONNEcnONS FOR POWER AND SPEAKERS The rear panel of the APX480M contains power and speaker connections as shown below Figure 2 7 1 CH1 Speaker Output 2 CH2 Speaker Output 3 Ground Input 4 Remote Turn on Input 8 5 Battery 12v Input 6 2 25Amp Fuses 7 CH3 Speaker Output 8 CH4 Rear Speaker Output Figure 3 Electrical connections Right Front Sp...

Page 6: ...to drilling and holes make sure the proposed mounting holes will not cut into the fuel tank fuel lines electrical wiring or through the boat 4 Do not mount the amplifier where it is susceptible to water WIRING PRECAUTIONS Read all of the wiring precautions prior to making any connections If you are unsure and or don t have the necessary installation hardware contact your local Clarion dealer to pe...

Page 7: ... RCA cords that are no longer than necessary 9 In multiple amplifier systems it is recommended to use a relay on the remote turn on lead of the radio WIRING AND APPLICATIONS The Clarion APX480M 4 channel marine amplifier can be used in a variety of system applications Here are some examples to help plan your own installa tion 4 Channel Full Range Stereo System GAIN Ex t gER gf CH1 2 MODE CH3 4 CH1...

Page 8: ...ONO lCL J j tLJ i s 4CH M JO STEREO 6 CH1 2 FREQ CH1 2 FILTER CH3 4FREQ RANGE CH3 4 FILTER S 10 LPHPOFFsSoll0 LPHPOFF H 0240 HZ 0240 O_Xl ItIDl 550 330 550 O X10 clarien 16QWX4 CHANNELAMPLIFIER APX480M R Satellite L Subwoofer R Subwoofer Figure 5 In this 4 channel system the APX480M drives a pair of stereo satellites for the front and a pair of subwoofers for the rear Note the filter settings 6 ...

Page 9: ...REO MONO If cii2ci MONO CHl MONO STEREO CH3I4 MONO L Satellite CH1 2 FREQ CH1 2 FILTER CH3 4FREQ RANGE CH3 4 FILTER H 5 0 240 ibH P ll F 0 240 O r or 550 330 550 330 Clarien 160WX4 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER APX48aM R Satellite _ _w Subwoofer Figure 6 The APX480M can also be used to drive a pair of stereo satellites for the front and a single mono subwoofer for the rear Note the filter settings 7 ...

Page 10: ..._X1 F or 550 330 _X10 clarien 160WX4 CHANNELAMPLIFIER APX480M OR Bridge d L Sate IIite Bridged R Satellite Bridged L Subwoofer Bridged R Subwoofer j STEREO CH3 4 MONO CH112 CH1 MONO MONO CH1 2 MODE CH3 4 ftaj dl2 MONO CH3 4FREQ RANGE CH3 4 FILTER 240 O_X1 r or 5ffJ 0 _X10 SOURCE SELECT II El II 2CH 4CH BASS CH1 2 FREQ CH1 2 FILTER H 5 240 r or 550 0330 BASS I GAIN EXTENDER CH1 2 CH3 4 CH1 2 I I J ...

Page 11: ... 160WX4 CHANNELAMPLIFIER APX480M R Speaker FREQ hz L mH C uF 80 8 0 497 100 6 4 398 125 5 1 318 150 4 2 265 200 3 2 199 Subwoofer 300W L NOTE Chart values based on 4 Ohm speakers Figure 8 The amplifier can be configured for a mixed mode operation on either channels 1 2 or 3 4 amplifier sections The table provides component values to create a 6dB per octave crossover at specified frequencies Use co...

Page 12: ...X Over Mode Switch select the desired mode LP for Low Pass HP for High Pass or OFF for Full Range 2 Using the Freq Hz Selection Control select the desired frequency If the desired frequency exceeds the range of the Freq Hz Selection Control press the Crossover Frequency Multiplier Switch to increase the value by a multiplier of 10 For example 55Hz x 10 550Hz or 550Hz x 10 5 5kHz 3 Repeat steps 1 a...

Page 13: ...verify that the Gain Control is set correctly Another possibility is damaged speakers or under powered speakers Once again refer to Troubleshooting for additional help TRQUBLESHOOTING Prf blem No Audio Sqlution Low or no remote turn on voltage Check remote connections at amplifier and source unit Blown amplifier fuse Replace with new fast blow fuse same rating Power wires not connected Check batte...

Page 14: ...nd ground connections on amplifier install an in line noise filter on source unit s power wire check alternator and or voltage regulator test for weak battery or add water to battery PRODUCT SPECS Frequency Response Signal Noise Ratio THO Input Sensitivity Low Level Input Sensitivity Speaker Level Max Power Output Cant Power Output 2 0hm Stereo Output Bridged Power Dimensions Current Consumption M...

Page 15: ...of Clarion 6 Product must be shipped in its original carton or equivalent carton fully insured with shipping charges prepaid Clarion will not assume any responsibility for any loss or damage incurred in shipping 7 CLARION PRODUCTS INCLUDING PROAUDIO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM A SOURCE OTHER THAN AN AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER INCLUDING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES VIA THE INTERNET FROM A NON INTERNET AUTHORIZ...

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Page 17: ...rion 6 Product must be shipped in its original carton or equivalent carton fully insured with shipping charges prepaid Clarion will not assume any responsibility for any loss or damage incurred in shipping 7 CLARION PRODUCTS INCLUDING PROAUDIO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM A SOURCE OTHER THAN AN AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER INCLUDING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES VIA THE INTERNET FROM A NON INTERNET AUTHORIZED CLA...

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