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Congratulations!

Thank you for choosing a Diamond Audio Technologies D1 Series amplifier. We sincerely believe that DAT products offer you outstanding per-
formance and value. DAT products are engineered and produced with the highest quality materials and incorporate the latest technology. We 
think you will find your new DAT amplifier meets or exceeds your expectations and provides excellent value.

Properly installed, your new DAT D1 Series amplifier will provide years of high quality sonic reproduction. Before installing the DAT amplifier in 
your vehicle, please read the entire manual carefully. It is required reading for the protection of your vehicle and for the maximum performance of 
your mobile audio system. All DAT amplifiers have been extensively tested and “burned-in” for maximum reliability.  If after reading this manual, 
you still have questions regarding this product, we recommend that you contact your authorized DAT dealer for expert installation assistance. 

If you need assistance with repair or warranty, detailed warranty and return/repair information is listed in the back of this manual. Be sure you 
record your serial number, model number and date of purchase for your DAT amplifier as this will be necessary for any returns.

Please Practice Safe Sound!

Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100 dB may cause permanent hearing loss. High powered mobile audio systems may produce 
sound pressure levels well over 130dB. Use common sense and practice safe sound.

All Diamond Audio D1 Series Amplifiers Feature:

• Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) MOSFET Switching Power Supply

•Extruded Aluminum Heatsink 

•Nickel Plated RCA Low Level Audio Inputs

•Nickel plated, low resistance power and speaker connector blocks

• Power ON and Protection LED Lighting for Easy Diagnostics 

• Thermal, Short Circuit, and Overload (Low Impedance) Protection

• 6dB bass boost

• Chassis mounted ATC/ATO type automotive fuses

• Proudly Designed and Engineered in the USA

D1 250.2 / D1 300.4 Features

•Class AB Amplifier Topology

• Bridgeable Output Capability (4 Ohms)

• Stereo/Mono Mix Capability (Hybrid 3rd channel from 2 channels)

•Stable into 2 Ohm Stereo Loads

• Internal 12dB/Octave High Pass or Low Pass Filter (40-400Hz)

•Pass -Thru Line Output for Daisy Chaining Amplifiers

•  Versatile for either full range or subwoofers

D1 400.1 Features

•Class AB Amplifier Topology

• Internal 12dB/Octave Low Pass Filter (40-250Hz)

• Bass Boost EQ (0 to +6dB) at 50Hz 

•  Remote Level Control for Dash Mounting

•  Intended for use on subwoofers

Summary of Contents for D1 250.2

Page 1: ...D1 250 2 D1 300 4 D1 400 1 AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ... number and date of purchase for your DAT amplifier as this will be necessary for any returns Please Practice Safe Sound Continuousexposuretosoundpressurelevelsover100dBmaycausepermanenthearingloss Highpoweredmobileaudiosystemsmayproduce sound pressure levels well over 130dB Use common sense and practice safe sound All Diamond Audio D1 Series Amplifiers Feature Pulse Width Modulated PWM MOSFET Swi...

Page 3: ...y 150mV to 4V RCA Input Impedance 20K Ohms Hi Level Input Sensitivity 1 5V to 14V Hi Level Input Impedance 32 Ohms Min to Max Voltage requirements 10 2V to 15 5V DC High Low Pass Crossover 12dB Oct 40 400 Variable Crossover Configuration Switchable OFF HP LP Bass EQ 0 or 6dB 50Hz Selectable D1 300 4 4 Channel Amplifier 300 Watts RMS Output Power All Channels Driven Into 4 Ohms 50w x 4 Into 2 Ohms ...

Page 4: ...line D1 400 1 L 25A 15A 15A 15A 25A HIGH INPUT X OVER FILTER BASS BOOST 40Hz 400Hz GAIN MIN L R R L MAX 0dB 6dB HP LP FLAT 30A FUSE 15A FUSE F R BRIDGE L R BRIDGE SUBWOOFER 25A FUSE REM GND 12V REM HP LP FLAT GAIN MIN MAX LF LR L RF RR R 0dB 6dB FRONT REMOTE INPUT FILTER X OVER 40Hz 400Hz GAIN MIN MAX X OVER 40Hz 250Hz BASS BOOST 0dB 6dB HIGH INPUT R BASSBOOST L HP LP FLAT GAIN MIN MAX REAR FILTER...

Page 5: ...the RIGHT channel The wire in the middle is for chassis ground ONLY if the system is experiencing excessive noise problems Remote Level Adjustment D1 400 1 Only This port is for the remote level control included The control is intended to allow the user to control the level of gain up to the maximum adjustment level set on the amplifier The control does not add additional boost it only attenuates ...

Page 6: ...ve lead from the battery prior to beginning the installation It will keep any unintended short circuits from damaging vehicle electronics during installation of the amplifier 3 For easier assembly 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 or vehicle com puters This will greatly minimize the chances of u...

Page 7: ...cal system has enough capacity to handle the increased load of your stereo system Original equipment electrical systems which are in good condition should be able to handle the extra load of any DAT ampli fier without problems although battery and alternator life can be reduced depending on your individual listening habits To maximize the performance of your amplifier we suggest the use of a reser...

Page 8: ...nal and tighten the set screw to secure the wire in place Connect the other end of the REM wire to a switched 12 volt posi tive source The switched voltage is usually taken from the source unit s remote amp on lead If the source unit does not have this output available the recommended solution is to wire a mechanical switch in line with a 12 volt source to activate the amplifier 7 Securely mount t...

Page 9: ...aker connections please visit the DAT website at www diamondaudio com D1 300 4 4 Channel Amplifier 4 Channel Mode 1 speaker per channel 2 Channel Mode both pairs of channels bridged D1 250 2 2 Channel Amplifier 2 Channel Mode 1 speaker per channel Bridged Mode 25A 25A F R BRIDGE 25A FUSE REM GND 12V 25A 25A F R BRIDGE 25A FUSE REM GND 12V 30A FUSE BRIDGE L R REM GND 12V 15A 15A 15A 15A FUSE SUBWOO...

Page 10: ...et Ready to Listen 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 Install in line fuse near battery connection at this time Prepare to make some adjustments to fine tune your audio system for optimum performance Adjustment of Input Gain To adjus...

Page 11: ...ave the amplifier s bass boost alone 2 While playing the same musical selections used during the gain setting process slowly increase the level of the Bass EQ You should be able to notice a demonstrable change between 0 and 6dB If you do not notice much difference then it will not serve any benefit to increase the boost further 3 If the boost has audible benefits without adding appreciable distort...

Page 12: ...ust be returned to your local Authorized DAT dealer for warranty Non defective items received will be returned freight collect Freight damage and returns are not covered under warranty Include proof of purchase Warranty expiration on items returned without proof of purchase will be determined from the manufacturing date code You can confirm that a dealer is authorized for service by the display of...

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