How to install and operate the
DLS CAD1000, digital mono amplifier.
Welcome!
This owners manual is written in easy english and
uses a lot of drawings to simply the installation and
use of the above amplifiers.
Your DLS amplifiers must be installed correctly in
order to work well. This manual will show you how
to install the amplifier like a pro. Please read the
entire manual before beginning the installation.
Install the amplifier yourself if you feel confident with
our instructions and if you have the proper tools.
However if you feel unsure, turn over the installa-
tion job to someone better suited to it.
Warranty Service
This amplifier is covered by warranty, depending
on the conditions in the country where it is sold. If
the amplifier is returned for service, please include
the original dated receipt with the product.
Technical Assistance
For technical assistance ask the shop where the
product was sold or the distributor in your very coun-
try.
You can always phone the DLS Helpdesk in Sweden
+ 46 31 84 00 60 or send an e-mail to [email protected].
Information can also be found on our WEB-site
www.dls.se
Contents
Specifications................................
1
Features……………………………..
2
Installation…………………….…….
2
Trouble-shooting……………………
2
Tools and materials needed……….
3
Amplifier installation kit…………....
3
Routing Wires……………………....
3
Wiring
Power and Outputs……………..….
4
Inputs and controls………………...
5
Input level control..........................
5
Crossovers…………......................
5
Phase control.....………………...…
5
Bass boost control.........................
6
Speaker wiring:
Subwoofers………………………….
6
Testing...........................................
6
Professional tips……………………..
7
Specifications
DLS CLASSIC
CAD1000
Number of channels
1
Power output in 4 ohm (0,4% THD)
1 x 350 W
Max output in 2 ohm (0,7% THD)
1 x 700 W
Max output in 1 ohm (1% THD)
1 x 1000 W
All above output power ratings at 13,8 Volt
Signal to noise ratio, A-weighted
>100 dB
Damping factor
>100
Frequency response
50 Hz - 125 Hz
Input impedance
10 kohm
Input sensitivity
0,5 - 5V
Phase control
0-180 degrees
continuous
Remote level control
yes
Bass boost adjustable gain
0 - +6 dB
Filter subsonic, 18 dB slope
10-60 Hz
Filter lowpass 12 / 24 dB slope
50-150 Hz*
* can be switched 12/24 dB
Max size for power cables
21 mm
2
(4AWG)
Max size for speaker cables
10 mm
2
(7AWG)
Power consumption, idle
2,5 A
Maximum current draw
120 A
Fuse
3 x 140A
Dimensions (mm)
51,5x350x290
Dimensions (inch)
2,03x13,78x11,4
Weight
5,4 kg (190 oz)
We follow a policy of continuous advancement in
development.
For this reason all or part of specifications & designs
may be changed without prior notice.
