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LOWPASS ON/OFF

Pushing this button “IN” engages the Lowpass filter. Pushing this button
“OUT” will bypass the filter.

LOWPASS FREQUENCY

Turning this control sets the Lowpass crossover point from 50Hz (fully
counterclockwise) to 5kHz (fully clockwise).

HIGHPASS FREQUENCY

Turning this control sets the Highpass crossover point from 50Hz (fully
counterclockwise) to 5kHz (fully clockwise).

HIGHPASS ON/OFF

Pushing this button “IN” engages the Highpass filter. Pushing this button
“OUT” will bypass the filter.

X-OVER OUT

This crossover is fully independent. Signal can be parallel routed from
the CH 1/2 INPUTS (X-OVER INPUT SELECT button set to the “IN”
position) or be directly sent to this crossover via the AUX. X-OVER INPUT
RCA jacks (X-OVER INPUT SELECT button set to the “OUT” position).
This configuration allows the AUX. crossover to be used with a separate
amplifier not equipped with its own on-board crossover for the ultimate in
system flexibility.

Note: By engaging both Highpass and Lowpass filters and setting the desired

crossover points, a Bandpass filter can be created:

AUXILIARY CROSSOVER

Signal can be  routed from the channel 1/2 INPUTS (X-OVER INPUT
SELECT button set to the “IN” position) or combined with the CH 3/4
INPUTS (X-OVER INPUT SELECT button set to the “OUT” position).

These signals can then be processed by the third (AUXILIARY) crossover.
This additional independent crossover can be used with a separate amplifier
not equipped with its own on-board crossover for the ultimate in
system flexibility.

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D7 CROSSOVER FREQUENCIES

Diamond Audio 

D7 Professional Reference Series Amplifiers 

feature fully

variable crossovers. The frequency control knobs (located in the tray on the
top of the amplifier) are labeled 50Hz when the knob is rotated fully counter-
clockwise (left) and 5kHz when rotated fully clockwise (right).

To make basic setting of the crossover frequencies a little easier, we’ve
come up with the following rotational diagram:

HIGHPASS/LOWPASS

FREQUENCY

Notice that the outer most circle of numbers (1:00, 2:00, etc.) represent
numbers as they appear on the face of a clock. The number underneath each
“hour” designation on the simulated clock face is the 

approximate 

crossover

frequency at that position.

BRIDGING

All pairs of Diamond Audio D7 amplifier channels are capable of being
bridged to a 4 Ohm mono output. Creation of the mono channel is accomp-
lished by using the 

left channel positive (+) 

output connection of the amplifier

for the speaker positive and the 

right channel negative (-) 

output connection

of the amplifier for the speaker negative.

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Summary of Contents for D7152

Page 1: ...he CH 3 4 INPUTS X OVER INPUT SELECT button set to the OUT position These signals can then be processed by the third AUXILIARY crossover This additional independent crossover can be used with a separate amplifier not equipped with its own on board crossover for the ultimate in system flexibility 11 D7 CROSSOVER FREQUENCIES Diamond Audio D7 Professional Reference Series Amplifiers feature fully var...

Page 2: ...ifiers in your system Please refer to the Diamond Audio Level Setting Technical Brief available from the Tech Department for a comprehensive level setting procedure 12 Note It is important that a 4 Ohm minimum total speaker impedance load is observed If an impedance load of less than 4 Ohms is used you will eventually damage your amplifier and void your warranty RCA INPUTS AND OUTPUTS As seen in t...

Page 3: ...ovide a separate fully independent crossover for the output RCA jacks providing filter control of any other amplifier 13 THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM All D7 Professional Reference Series Amplifiersfeature our Intelligent Thermal Management System All amplifiers feature one or two depending on model internally mounted temperature controlled cooling fans Care should be taken to allow adequate breathing...

Page 4: ...d constantly available source of energy When the engine is stopped the battery is the vehicle s energy source When the engine is running the alternator is the on board electricity generating plant It is the job of the alternator to supply power to all current consuming loads including the audio system Alternator output battery capacity and power demand of all electrical loads and systems must be m...

Page 5: ...if your vehicle s charging system needs to be upgraded consult your Authorized Diamond Audio Dealer They will be happy to set you up with everything necessary for you to enjoy a listening experience in your vehicle without equal BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING 1 Amplifier has no output Is LED located on power ground endpanel lit Yes Make sure audio signal is present at RCA inputs If no signal is present use...

Page 6: ...ution block and tighten the Allen screw Insert the other end of the cable into the ground block on the amplifier and tighten the screw A ring terminal may be used here Repeat for each amplifier installed Run a cable the same gauge as the main power cable from the ground distribution block to the negative terminal of the system battery Your D7 Professional Reference Series Amplifieris designed to a...

Page 7: ...a single point in the vehicle The gauge of the power and ground cables must be capable of handling the current needed by the entire system Power and ground cables must be of the same gauge If the alternator is not capable of supplying enough power for both the vehicle AND the audio system a high output alternator should be installed for best performance POWER 12V Strip approximately 1 2 inch of in...

Page 8: ...en made MOUNTING YOUR AMPLIFIER WARNING AMPLIFIERS GENERATE HEAT You can mount your amplifier in any position even upside down However airflow must be maintained Do not install your amplifier under carpets or behind airtight panels Let the amplifier breathe Without air circulation your amplifier will reduce its power output to protect itself D7 Professional Reference Amplifiersutilize a forced air...

Page 9: ...voltage at the input of the power supply resulting in increased current draw We recommend that you install the correct size fuse holder combination to the main power cable within 18 inches of the battery This will protect your vehicle from fire damage due to a short circuit to the chassis or vehicle body If a single amplifier is installed follow the fuse recommendation below If installing multiple...

Page 10: ...Blocks 24 Karat Gold Plated Solid Brass Circuit Board Mounted 10 Gauge Direct or Banana Plug Direct Speaker Connectors Tinted Plexiglas Circuit Board Viewing Panel Solid Billet CNC Machined End Panels with Adjustable Mounting Flanges SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Response 3 50 000 Hz Signal to Noise Ratio 96dB D7152 102dB D7402 THD 0 02 Channel Separation 80dB Input Sensitivity 5 to 12VRMS Input Impeda...

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