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JL AUDIO

e4300M 

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APPENDIX B:

Precise Frequency Selection Chart

“FILTER FREQ” AMP FILTER

Detent

Panel

Actual

Number

Marking

Freq.

Full counter-clockwise: 53

01 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
02  . . . . . . . . .

“50”

 . . . . . . . . .53

03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
08  . . . . . . . . .

“55”

 . . . . . . . . .56

09 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
14  . . . . . . . . .

“60”

 . . . . . . . . .65

15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
20  . . . . . . . . .

“80”

 . . . . . . . . .81

21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
24  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
25  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
26  . . . . . . . . .

“120”

 . . . . . . . .115

27  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
28  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
29  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
30  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146
31  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
32  . . . . . . . . .

“150”

 . . . . . . . .177

33  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193
34  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197
35  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209
36  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
37  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
38  . . . . . . . . .

“200”

 . . . . . . . .218

39  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225

Full-clockwise: 225

APPENDIX C:

e4300M Specifications

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Recommended Fuse Value:

40A

Recommended Fuse Type:

AGU or MaxiFuse™

INPUT SECTIONS:

No. of Inputs:

Two Stereo Pairs

Input Type:

Differential, noise-cancelling with RCA jack

inputs (low-level) and multi-pin jack (high-level)

Input Range:

200mV - 8V RMS 

AMPLIFIER SECTION:

Amplifier Topology:

Class AB with patented Absolute

Symmetry™ dual N-Channel MOSFET output design

Power Supply:

Unregulated MOSFET switching type

Rated Power (Stereo):

45W RMS x 4 @ 4

(12.5V)

75W RMS x 4 @ 2

(12.5V)

Rated Power (Bridged):

90W RMS x 2 @ 8

(12.5V)

150W RMS x 2 @ 4

(12.5V)

THD at Rated Power:

<0.08% @ 4 ohms per channel 

(20 Hz - 20 kHz)

Signal to Noise Ratio:

>104 dB referred to rated power

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

Frequency Response:

10 Hz - 25 kHz (+0, -1dB)

Damping Factor:

>200 @ 4

per ch./50 Hz,

>100 @ 2

per ch. /50 Hz

Slew Rate:

± 22V/µs

AMPLIFIER FILTER:

Filter Type:

State-variable, 12dB/octave Butterworth with

continuously variable cutoff frequency selection from 

50-200 Hz. Configurable as Low-Pass or High-Pass.

Defeatable.

PREAMP OUTPUT:

Pass-through type. Switch-selectable to pass signal from 

CH 1&2 inputs only or from all four inputs (summed).

DIMENSIONS (LxWxH):

13.8" x 9.25" x 2.36" (350mm x 235mm x 60mm)

Due to ongoing product development, all specifications are

subject to change without notice.

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APPENDIX A:

Input Sensitivity Level Setting

Following the directions below will allow the

installer to adjust the input sensitivity of each

amplifier channel pair 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). 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 e4300M).

3)

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 e4300M) 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 e2150M to its

maximum low-distortion output level, lower the

system volume (on the source unit) and reconnect

the speaker(s).The 

“Input Sens.”

controls can now

be adjusted 

downward

if the amplifier requires

attenuation to achieve the desired system balance.

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.

I M P O RTA N T

!

Nom.

Target AC Voltage

Impedance

Stereo

Bridged

8

13.4 V

26.8 V

6

13.4 V

25.6 V

4

13.4 V

24.6 V

3

12.8 V

not recommended

2

12.3 V

not recommended

Summary of Contents for E4300M

Page 1: ...t 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 your authorized JL Audio dealer f...

Page 2: ...erproof and it should not be mounted where it is likely to get wet IMPORTANT IMPORTANT JL AUDIO e4300M 3 Channels 3 4 Speaker Outputs pg 9 Channels 1 2 Speaker Outputs pg 9 PROTECTYOUR HEARING We value you as a long term customer For that reason we urge you to practice restraint in the operation of this product so as not to damage your hearing and that of others in your vessel Studies have shown t...

Page 3: ...wer connection If one is desired we recommend the use of a 40A AGU fuse or MaxiFuse type IMPORTANT JL AUDIO e4300M 5 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The JL Audio e4300M is a four channel full range marine amplifier utilizing patented Absolute Symmetry Class AB technology for all channels The e4300M can be operated with a wide variety of source units and system configurations TYPICAL INSTALLATION SEQUENCE The ...

Page 4: ...of subwoofer s to one or both of the e4300M s channel pairs in a bi amplified system HP High Pass Configures the filter to attenuate frequencies below the selected filter frequency at a rate of 12dB per octave This is useful for connection of component speakers to one or both of the e4300M s channel pairs in a bi amplified system 2 Filter Freq Hz The filter frequency markings surrounding this rota...

Page 5: ...above make sure to connect negative wires to negative wires and positive wires to positive wires 2 Left Right Channel Information When bridged and fed by a stereo input a pair of the e4300M s channels will automatically combine the left and right channels into a summed mono left right channel This option is useful when using a pair of the e4300M s channels to drive a subwoofer system or a summed m...

Page 6: ...e ability to control the absolute level of the LF channels relative to the HF channels Set the Input Sens in the Channel 3 4 Controls section with the source unit s subwoofer level control set at 3 4 of full output See Appendix A page 14 for details Crossover Setup for Bi Amplified System with one e4300M Once the input sections have been configured appropriately go to the Channel 3 4 Controls Sele...

Page 7: ... settings as well as the subwoofer amplifier s settings and will not be user adjustable from the front of the vessel B Fade Subwoofer Level vs HF Level Required a source unit or processor with front and rear pairs of stereo outputs Input Connections one stereo pair of source unit outputs is connected to the CH 1 Left and CH 2 Right inputs of the e4300M select 1 2 on the CH 3 4 Input From switch Th...

Page 8: ...in the frequency range to be amplified for that set of channels 50 Hz for subwoofer channels 1 kHz for a midrange application 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 ...

Page 9: ...make sure there is 12V at the Remote connection of the amplifier In some cases the turn on lead from the source unit is insufficient to turn on multiple devices and the use of a relay is required To test for this problem jump the 12V wire to the Remote terminal to see if the amplifier turns on If this does not work proceed to the next step Check the fuse not just visually but with a continuity met...

Page 10: ...JL AUDIO e4300M 19 18 JL AUDIO e4300M INSTALLATION NOTES Use this diagram to document your amplifier s switch and control positions ...

Page 11: ...ies 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 of the o...

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