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v2

 Owner’s Manual  

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aPPendix b:
1000/1v2 specifications

general specifications: 

Recommended Fuse Value:

 100A

Recommended Fuse Type:

 ANL

input section:

Input Type: 

Differential-balanced with RCA jack inputs

Input Range: 

Switchable from 200mV - 2V RMS to  

800mV - 8V RMS

amplifier section:
Amplifier Topology: 

H-Bridge, Class D Mono  

with impedance optimization and patented 
discrete drive circuitry 

Power Supply:

 Pulse width modulation-regulated  

switching power supply 

Rated Power: 

1000W RMS x 1 @ 1.5 - 4Ω (11 - 14.5V)

THD at Rated Power:

 <0.05% @ 4Ω, 50 Hz 

Signal to Noise Ratio:

 >95 dB referred to rated power  

(A-weighted, 20 Hz - 20 kHz noise bandwidth)

Frequency Response:

 5 - 250 Hz (+0, -3 dB)

Damping Factor:

 >500 @ 4Ω/50 Hz, >250 @ 2Ω/50 Hz

Crossover section:
Amplifier Low-Pass Filter: 

State-variable, 12 dB/octave 

Butterworth or 24 dB/octave Linkwitz-Riley with 
continuously variable cutoff frequency selection  
from 40 - 200 Hz, defeatable

Preamp output:

2-Channel, with fully independent, state-variable,  
12 dB/octave Butterworth or 24 dB/octave Linkwitz-Riley 
filter with continuously variable cutoff frequency selection 
from 40 - 200 Hz, defeatable

advanced bass Control section:
Parametric EQ: 

Single-band, fully parametric equalizer  

with “Q” adjustment from 0.5 - 4.0, center frequency 
adjustment from 20 - 80 Hz, boost adjustment from 0 to 
+15 dB and port for optional remote bass boost control 
(RBC-1), defeatable

Infrasonic Filter:

 Fully variable, 24 dB/octave Butterworth 

high-pass filter, cutoff frequency adjustable from 15 - 60 
Hz, defeatable

dimensions (lxwxH): 

19.7" x 9.25" x 2.36" ( mm x 235mm x 60mm)

nom. impedance

target aC Voltage

4Ω (or higher)

63.2V

54.7V

44.7V

1.5Ω

38.7V

aPPendix a:
input sensitivity level setting

JL Audio amplifiers utilizing the Regulated 

Intelligent Power Supply (R.I.P.S.) allow 
delivery of their rated power when connected 
to any load impedance from 1.5 - 4Ω per 
channel and when connected to a charging 
system with any voltage from 11 - 14.5V.  This 
design is beneficial for many reasons. One of 
these reasons is ease of setup.  Because each 
JL Audio amplifier will always deliver the 
same amount of power within its operational 
range of impedances and supply voltages, the 
maximum, unclipped output is very predictable.  

This makes setting the gain structure via the 

input sensitivity controls very simple.  Following 
the directions below will allow the user to adjust 
the input sensitivity of the amplifier(s) simply 
and easily in just a few minutes using equipment 
which is commonly available in installation bays.

necessary equipment

• Digital AC Voltmeter
•  CD with a sine-wave test tone recorded at  

0 dB reference level in the frequency range  
to be amplified for that set of channels  
(50 Hz for subwoofer channels, 1 kHz for 
a midrange application). The CleanSweep® 
Calibration Disc contains the appropriate  
test tones and is available for sale at  
http://store.jlaudio.com Do not use attenuated 
test tones (-10 dB, -20 dB, etc.).

the nine-step Procedure

 

1)  Disconnect the speaker(s) from the  

amplifier’s speaker output connectors.

2)  Turn off all processing (bass/treble, loudness, 

EQ, etc.) on the source unit, processors (if 
used) and amplifier. Set fader control to center 
position and subwoofer level control to 3/4 of 
maximum (if used to feed the 1000/1v2).

3)  Switch the “Input Voltage” switch to “Low 

and turn the “Input Sens.” control all the  
way down.

4)  Set the source unit volume to 3/4 of full 

volume. This will allow for reasonable gain 
overlap with moderate clipping at full volume.

5)  Using the chart on this page, determine the target 

voltage for input sensitivity adjustment according 
to the nominal impedance of the speaker system 
connected to the amplifier outputs.

6)  Verify that you have disconnected the speakers 

before proceeding. Play a track with an 
appropriate sine wave (within the frequency 
range to be amplified by the 1000/1v2) at 3/4 
source unit volume.

7)  Connect the AC voltmeter to the speaker output 

connectors of the amplifier. If the channel  
pair is operating in stereo, it is only necessary  
to measure one channel. If bridged, make sure  
you test the voltage at the correct connectors  
(L+ and R–).

8)  Increase the “Input Sens.” control until the 

target voltage is observed with the voltmeter.

9)  Once you have adjusted the 1000/1v2 to 

its maximum low-distortion output level, 
reconnect the speaker(s). The “Input Sens.” 
control can now be adjusted downward if the 
amplifier requires attenuation to achieve the 
desired system balance. 

IMPORTANT

!

Do not increase any “Input Sens.” setting 

for any amplifier channel or channel 

pair in the system beyond the maximum 

level established during this procedure. 

Doing so will result in audible distortion 

and possible speaker damage.

It will be necessary to re-adjust the  

Input Sens.” for the affected channels if any 
equalizer boost is activated after setting the  
Input Sens.” with this procedure. This applies  
to any EQ boost circuit, including source unit 
tone controls or EQ circuits. EQ cuts will not 
require re-adjustment.

Due to ongoing product development, all specifications are subject to 
change without notice.

Summary of Contents for 1000/1v2

Page 1: ...tise and installation equipment to ensure optimum performance from this product Should you decide to install the amplifier yourself please take the time to read this manual thoroughly so as to familiarize yourself with its installation requirements and setup procedures If you have any questions regarding the instructions in this manual or any aspect of your amplifier s operation please contact you...

Page 2: ...g down Poor not recommended If mounting the amplifier under a seat make sure there is at least 1 inch 2 5 cm of space above the amplifier s outer shell to permit proper cooling Safety Considerations Your amplifier needs to be installed in a dry well ventilated environment and in a manner which does not interfere with your vehicle s safety equipment air bags seat belt systems ABS brake systems etc ...

Page 3: ...fuse for each 1000 1v2 Product Description The JL Audio 1000 1v2 is a monoblock subwoofer amplifier utilizing proprietary and patented Class D technology Its frequency response is limited to the range below 250 Hz It is not designed for driving midrange speakers or tweeters Every aspect of its operation has been optimized for low frequency amplification For detailed specifications please refer to ...

Page 4: ...Remote input and turn off when 12V is switched off If a source unit does not have a dedicated remote turn on output the amplifier s turn on lead can be connected to 12V via a switch that derives power from an ignition switched circuit The 1000 1 s Remote turn on connector is designed to accept 12 AWG 8 AWG wire 12 AWG is more than adequate for this purpose To connect the remote turn on wire to the...

Page 5: ...itches set to Low See Appendix D page 18 for details CROSSOVER CONTROLS Crossovers are groups of individual electronic filters which allow only certain frequency ranges to pass through them by attenuating frequencies outside the selected range These filters allow the user to specify what frequency range will be sent out of each channel section of the amplifier This in turn allows each speaker syst...

Page 6: ... s or combine their output to a single load in any manner Doing so will damage the amplifier s IMPORTANT Before reconnecting the battery ground and turning the system on verify that all control settings on the amplifier are set according to the needs of the system ADVANCED Bass Control Section The 1000 1v2 includes a versatile bass processing section consisting of two primary components a fully va...

Page 7: ...and mid bass speaker output The Output Polarity switch allows you to peform this polarity inversion without removing any wires Simply flip the switch from the Normal to the Reversed position Experiment with this switch to determine which polarity produces the best overall bass performance in your system listening in particular to the mid bass smoothness and impact to make your determination ier In...

Page 8: ...easily in just a few minutes using equipment which is commonly available in installation bays Necessary Equipment Digital AC Voltmeter CD with a sine wave test tone recorded at 0 dB reference level in the frequency range to be amplified for that set of channels 50 Hz for subwoofer channels 1 kHz for a midrange application The CleanSweep Calibration Disc contains the appropriate test tones and is a...

Page 9: ...4 20 67 21 69 22 72 23 75 24 80 78 25 82 26 86 27 90 28 95 29 100 100 30 107 31 113 32 122 33 131 34 143 35 156 36 200 169 37 186 38 192 39 197 Full clockwise 197 CHART A 3 INFRASONIC FILTER Detent Panel Actual Number Marking Freq Full counter clockwise 14 01 14 02 14 03 14 04 15 14 05 15 06 15 07 16 08 18 17 09 17 10 18 11 19 12 20 13 20 14 25 21 15 22 16 24 17 25 18 27 19 28 20 30 30 21 33 22 35...

Page 10: ...ster amplifier s Output Mode switch to the center Amp Filter position This will send a parallel mono summed signal from the Master amplifier s Amp LP Filter section to its preamp outputs 2 Connect an RCA cable from the Master amplifier s preamp outputs to the main input of the first Slave amplifier Set the Slave amplifier s Amp LP Filter to the Off position This will defeat the LP filter and the b...

Page 11: ...ient connection with the metal inside the terminal block How do I properly set the input sensitivity on my amplifier Please refer to Appendix A page 14 to set the input sensitivity for maximum low distortion output My amplifier doesn t turn on Check the fuse not just visually but with a continuity meter It is possible for a fuse to have poor internal connections that cannot be found by visual insp...

Page 12: ...fer Output MONO OUTPUT ONLY Left Output Right Output Left Ch Right Ch Filter Freq Hz Filter Freq Hz Infrasonic Freq Hz Remote Bass Port Full Range Amp Filter Out Filter Output Mode Filter Slope Mode Mode Slope Input Voltage Input Sens Output Polarity 12dB 24dB Filter Mode LP HP Bass EQ Off On Off 12dB 24dB Low High Normal Reversed Off On 40 45 55 65 85 120 200 15 18 25 30 40 50 60 40 45 55 65 80 1...

Page 13: ...d warranties therefore these exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If you need service on your JL AUDIO product All warranty returns should be sent to JL AUDIO s Amplifier Service Facility freight prepaid through an authorized JL AUDIO dealer and must be accompanied by proof of purchase a copy...

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