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6. REAR INPUT (High Level)

This terminal block allows for a high level speaker left and right rear channel signal input from the source
unit.

7. FRONT GAIN Control

This control matches the input level of your ALC-4 with the front output level of your source unit.

8. REAR GAIN Control

This control matches the input level of your ALC-4 with the rear output level of your source unit.

9. CLIP Indicator

This LED indicates when the signal is at its maximum level before distortion occurs.  When the input GAIN
adjustment is set correctly and the source unit is at is maximum volume this LED should flicker orange
intermittently.

10. POWER Indicator

This LED glows blue when the ALC-4 is powered on.

11. REM OUT / REM IN / BATT+ / GND Power Terminal

These connections are for remote turn-on, input power and chassis ground.  Use a minimum of 18-gauge
wire for the power (BATT+) and ground (GND) connections.  The power (BATT+) should be fused with a
1-amp fuse.

INSTALLATION EXPERIENCE

Installation of PowerBass mobile sound equipment requires detailed knowledge of electronics wiring and 
proper speaker impedance. We strongly recommend installation by an authorized PowerBass dealer. This 
Owner’s Manual only provides general installation and operation instructions. If you have any reservations 
about your installation skills, please contact your local PowerBass dealer for assistance.

PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION

NOTE: The tools listed below may be required for basic installation

An electric drill with bits

Philips head and standard screwdrivers

Wire strippers

Crimping tool

VOM (electronic volt ohm meter)

Heat shrink tubing and heat gun

Soldering iron

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Summary of Contents for ALC-4

Page 1: ...User s Manual Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new signal processor Should your PowerBass AutoSound line output converter ever require service you will need to have t...

Page 2: ...y years of listening enjoyment LINE OUTPUT CONVERTER This installation manual contains valuable information on how to get the most from your new PowerBass ALC 4 Line Output Converter Warning Continuou...

Page 3: ...s Output As a line driver the ALC 4 can boost the output voltage of the radio head unit up to 13 volts before delivering it to the amplifier inputs Compact Size Thanks to the extensive use of Surface...

Page 4: ...Low Level These RCA output jacks provide signal to your amplifiers front channels 3 REAR OUTPUT Low Level These RCA output jacks provide signal to your amplifiers rear channels 4 MODE Switch Allows y...

Page 5: ...GND Power Terminal These connections are for remote turn on input power and chassis ground Use a minimum of 18 gauge wire for the power BATT and ground GND connections The power BATT should be fused w...

Page 6: ...ot let the unit hang by the wiring Doing so may cause the wiring plugs to become loose and even disconnected over time due to road vibrations which will cause the Line Output Converter to stop working...

Page 7: ...prefer ably with a blue jacket Insert one end into the REM OUT location on the power plug and the other end to the remote terminal on the amplifier REM IN Remote In Prepare the remote in turn on wire...

Page 8: ...re metal and removed for better contact of the ground Use the same gauge of wire as you did for the positive connection instead this time preferably using wire with a black jacket Strip the jacket and...

Page 9: ...9 SPEAKER OUTPUT CONFIGURATIONS 1 High Level Speaker Input from Factory Radio for Front and Rear...

Page 10: ...and the front channels operate a pair of full range speakers Once the modular connector is plugged into the REMOTE LEVEL CONTROL and the REMOTE LEVEL PORT on the ALC 4 you can adjust the output of th...

Page 11: ...s discretion and will not be liable for incidental or consequential damages PowerBass will not warranty this product under the following situations Electronics received with apparent rust or corrosion...

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