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STA AMPLIFER CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT

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1.  GND (Ground Input Connection)

A good quality ground is required for the amplifier to operate a peak performance.  A short length of cable 
the same gauge as your power cable (8ga is recommended) should be used to attach the ground terminal 
directly to the chassis of the vehicle.  Make sure that all of the paint is sanded or scraped away to ensure a 
good quality ground connection.

2.  REM (Remote)

The amplifier in your STA enclosure can be turned on by applying 12 volts to this terminal.  This can be on 
the rear of the source unit (radio) in the form of an output or remote output.  If this is not available you can 
wire up to the ACC position on the ignition key switch.  An 18ga wire is sufficient to run the remote. 

NOTE:

 If 

using the high input, the amplifier will turn on automatically when it senses a signal from your radio. You will 
not have to hook up the REM wire in this case

3.  BATT+ (12 Volt Positive)

This terminal is the main power input for the amplifier and must be connected directly to the positive (+) 
terminal of the battery. A minimum of 8ga cable is required.

4.  FUSE

For convenience most PowerBass AutoSound amplifiers utilize common automotive ATC type fuses. For 
continued protection in the event that a fuse blows, replace the fuse only with the same value. 

STA-8 uses 

a 15A fuse.

 

CAUTION: 

These power fuses on the amplifier chassis are for protecting the amp against over current 

situation. To protect the vehicles electrical system, an additional fuse should be used within 18-inches of the 
battery on the 12V+ cable.

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Summary of Contents for STA-8

Page 1: ...S SYSTEM Owners Manual Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new amplifier Should your PowerBass Autosound speaker system ever require service you will need to have the ori...

Page 2: ...tment For maximum performance we recommend that you have your new PowerBass Auto sound product installed by an Authorized PowerBass Autosound Dealer To learn more about PowerBass please visit us on th...

Page 3: ...put beyond the GAIN setting on the amplifier Supplied with cable to reach your dash even when the bass enclosure is mounted under the seat POLYPROPYLENE CONE WITH RUBBER SURROUND A thermoplastic polym...

Page 4: ...a variety of mechanical and electrical procedures This manual only provides general installation and operating instructions If you have any reserva tions about your installation skills or lack the pr...

Page 5: ...5 Fig 1 Possible locations for installation...

Page 6: ...protect the enclosure from moving Before final mounting be sure to check the sound one last time and make sure the enclosure is properly placed to produce the desired bass output Use the four mountin...

Page 7: ...he ignition key switch An 18ga wire is sufficient to run the remote NOTE If using the high input the amplifier will turn on automatically when it senses a signal from your radio You will not have to h...

Page 8: ...is equalization circuit is used to enhance the low frequency response of the vehicles interior With up to 12dB of boost centered at 45Hz the Bass EQ can be adjusted to meet your personal taste Please...

Page 9: ...ut or the circuit breaker off until the other cable connections are made It is highly recommended that the cable end connecting to the amplifier is terminated with a spade or ring terminal IMPORTANT Y...

Page 10: ...d Low Level inputs at the same time You must select one or the other High Level Input Connections fig 4 For radios with only speaker outputs including most Factory source units Using the 6 pin Molex s...

Page 11: ...Fig 4 High Level Connections NOTE Use 8ga power ground wire for BATT and GND connections Remote lead is not needed with a High Level connection but is strongly recommended 11...

Page 12: ...not supplied for signal connections those with multiple layers of shielding or a twisted pair variety for better noise rejection Be extra careful when routing your RCA audio interconnect cables Car en...

Page 13: ...t the volume to 2 3 maximum and set the BASS and TREBLE on the radio source to zero or flat 4 Turn the GAIN control clockwise until the sound just begins to distort then back off slightly to cut disto...

Page 14: ...ovide you with more powerful sound quality and it allows you to increase the Bass up to 12dB Keep in mind that more is not always better Adjusting the control to the MAX 12dB position will stress the...

Page 15: ...within easy reach or under your dash Fig 10 NOTE DO NOT plug in or disconnect the remote bass level controller when the amplifier is on Break In Period To get the most from your woofer we recommend a...

Page 16: ...n engaged Voltage to the amp is not within the 10 16 VDC operating range Have the battery charging system inspected Alternator noise varies with RPM Check for damaged RCA cable Check routing of RCA ca...

Page 17: ...n and most importantly without affecting your sensitive hearing Sound can be deceiving Over time your hearing comfort level adapts to higher volumes of sound So what sounds normal can actually be loud...

Page 18: ...ge or exposure to excessive heat Abuse such as holes in the cone surround or ripped spider Voice coil damage due to amplifier clipping or distortion Product that has not been installed according to th...

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