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SYSTEM DIAGRAMS

The following diagrams illustrate connections for optimum operating impedance. 

For maximum efficiency, the Class D amplifiers are optimized for a narrow range of

impedances. The DX 350 and DX700 will make full power at a total speaker impedance of 

2 Ohms; the highest recommended load impedance for these models is 4 Ohms. The
DX1400 is optimized for 1 Ohm operation with a maximum load impedance of 2 Ohms.
Failure to adhere to these recommendations will cause amplifier malfunction or dramatic
loss of power. 

You will notice that there are four screw terminals for connection to the woofer(s).

This is a mono amplifier and the two positive terminals are joined together inside the
amplifier, as are the negative terminals. Connection to only one of each of these terminals
is needed to get full output from the amp. Two positives and two negatives are supplied
to make it easier to hook up multiple woofers as shown in the diagrams.

Single 2ohm woofer for use with the DX350 orDX700

Three 8ohm woofers in parallel show a 2.66 ohm load to the amp.

Suitable for the DX350 and the DX700.

Using three 4 ohm woofers in parallel shows a 1.33 ohm load 

to the DX1400 amp.

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Summary of Contents for DX1400

Page 1: ...timate control of your subwoofer system FEATURES CONTROLS Class D switching amplifier for maximum efficiency 18dB per octave low pass output filter for better noise rejection Maximum power at 2 Ohms o...

Page 2: ...bolted It is not recommended to run the ground wire to the battery Check the factory ground wire at the battery Besides the large wire going to the engine block there should be a smaller wire going fr...

Page 3: ...o keep the chassis of the amplifier isolated from the metal of the vehicle because the heatsink is connected to signal ground for noise isolation Grounding the heatsink will cause a ground loop The pl...

Page 4: ...ed Use KICKER End Caps and KICKER Sink Links to cover exposed end panels and hiding wiring in multiple amplifier installations SUPPLIED END CAPS SNAP INTO PLACE OVER AMP END PANELS OPTIONAL SINK LINK...

Page 5: ...or dramatic loss of power You will notice that there are four screw terminals for connection to the woofer s This is a mono amplifier and the two positive terminals are joined together inside the ampl...

Page 6: ...agrams continued 2 ohm load for the DX350 and DX700 Using two 2ohm woofers will give a 1ohm load suitable for use with the DXS1400 Dual V C 4ohm with both coils wired this way gives a 2ohm load to the...

Page 7: ...the steep 24dB octave slopes Also note that the response of each section is 6dB at the crossover frequency This response is correct for a 24dB octave crossover and the responses sum to 0dB at the cros...

Page 8: ...s part 279 433 and then running another cord from the distribution device to the controller You can then operate all the amps built in gain circuitry with the single controller The supplied SWX module...

Page 9: ...ier gain until distortion is just audible The gain is now set correctly Check the level with CD tape and tuner to make sure the adjustment is correct for all sources Your DX series amplifier has a bui...

Page 10: ...which channel is shorted 3 Amp is not too hot Voltage to amp is not within the 9 16 volt operating range If the vehicle s charging system goes over 16 volts the amp will shut off If the voltage gets...

Page 11: ...Rated Power watts 1 Mono 1400 THD N 0 3 THD N 0 6 THD N 0 75 THD N 1 5 Dimensions In mm 2 75 H x 10 W X L 17 1 14 4 11 1 2 75 H x 10 W X mm L 435 366 282 Common to all models Frequency response 10 20...

Page 12: ...age and return to Stillwater Designs 5021 North Perkins Road Stillwater OK 74075 The RA number must be clearly marked on the outside of the package Return only defective com ponents Non defective item...

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