PowerBass XTA 2160 Owner'S Manual Download Page 5

To keep your PowerBass Xtreme amplifier running at top performance, choosing the proper loca-
tion it of utmost importance.  For this reason the amplifier should be mounted in a location which 
will allow air to circulate freely.  A clearance of at least 2-inches (5 cm) to all sides of the ampli-
fier is necessary not only for proper cooling, but also for gaining access to the inputs and other 
variable controls.  Be sure that the power and signal cable connections can enter and leave the 
amplifier in a straight line to avoid the risk of kinked wires causing a malfunction

MOUNTING LOCATION

Your PowerBass Xtreme amplifier comes with mounting feet that may need to be attached to the amplifier prior 
to installation. Once the feet are in place, use the amplifier as a template and mark the four screw locations. 
Use caution to make sure there are no objects behind the installation surface that may become damaged dur-
ing drilling. Remember your car has many hidden electrical wires and various gas, vacuum and brake lines.

Fig.1 Mounting Amplifier

MOUNTING THE AMPLIFIER

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When connecting ground points, make sure all paint is carefully scraped away from the auto body and 
contact is make with bare metal.

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Use a utility knife to trim away fabric from hole locations before drilling or cutting.

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When running power cables through sheet metal, be sure to use grommets to properly insulate the 
metal edges from the wire insulation.

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If possible, use tubing through grommets.

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Summary of Contents for XTA 2160

Page 1: ...wners Manual Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new amplifier Should your PowerBass Xtreme mobile amplifier ever require service you will need to have the original dated...

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Page 3: ...ay be selected only to power subwoofers It is important that you closely follow the wiring instructions contained in this Owners Manual so that you get the most from your PowerBass Xtreme mobile ampli...

Page 4: ...peaker impedance We strongly recommend installation by an authorized PowerBass Xtreme dealer This Owners Manual only provides general installation and operation instructions If you have any reservatio...

Page 5: ...mounting feet that may need to be attached to the amplifier prior to installation Once the feet are in place use the amplifier as a template and mark the four screw locations Use caution to make sure...

Page 6: ...engage the thermal protection circuit causing the amplifier to shut down Try to avoid mounting the amplifier on a subwoofer enclosure as extended exposure to vibration may cause the amplifier to malfu...

Page 7: ...to the particular source unit that you are using 4 BASS EQ Control This equalization circuit is used to enhance the low frequency response of the vehicle s interior With up to 18dB of boost centered a...

Page 8: ...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 quality ground connection 10 REM Remote Input Terminal...

Page 9: ...CA interconnects should be kept far away from any potential sources of electrical interference such as electronic vehicle management systems relays engine computers etc wiring harnesses fuel pumps etc...

Page 10: ...is of your amplifier also see specifications chart You may now connect the cable to the battery but remember to leave the fuse out or circuit breaker off until all other cable connections are made GND...

Page 11: ...he source unit then a switched 12V supply must be used like the ACC 12V Run a minimum of 18 gauge wire from the amplifier location to the source of the switched 12V lead If pos sible route this wire o...

Page 12: ...easily be picked up through RCA cables if run incorrectly Make sure that the cables for power and audio signal are not on the same side of the vehicle and that they do not cross each other this will h...

Page 13: ...impedance of 2 ohms STEREO and 4 ohms bridged MONO to operate trouble free Lower impedance will send the amplifier into protection and may possibly damage the electronics inside Speaker Wiring Choose...

Page 14: ...ECTION POWER STATUS POWER SPEAKER OUTPUT FUSE GND REM BATT BRIDGED CH1 CH2 XTA2160 POWER STATUS POWER SPEAKER OUTPUT FUSE GND REM BATT BRIDGED CH1 CH2 XTA21 60 CAUTION Maintaining proper impedance is...

Page 15: ...3 4 CHANNEL SPEAKER OUTPUT CONNECTION Note Don t connect speaker impedance under 2 ohms 4 3 CHANNEL STEREO MONO SPEAKER OUTPUT CONNECTION Fig 8 3 CH Speaker Connection POWER 25A 25A SPEAKER OUTPUT FU...

Page 16: ...BRIDGED MODE SPEAKER OUTPUT CONNECTION Fig 9 2 CH Speaker Connection 4 ohm minimum POWER 25A 25A SPEAKER OUTPUT FUSE GND REM BATT BRIDGED BRIDGED CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 POWER STATUS XTA 41 40 4 ohm minimum 4...

Page 17: ...damaged amplifier Input Gain Adjustment Fig 10 GAIN Control GAIN MIN MAX ADJUSTMENTS AND SETTINGS Bass EQ Adjustment This special feature is designed to provide you more powerful sound quality and it...

Page 18: ...13 This eliminates the use of Y adapters and provides a cleaner input signal Low Pass Filter LPF Adjustment Using this volume adjust the LPF frequency for your subwoofer speaker s operation The switc...

Page 19: ..._____________________________________________ Date Purchased ______________________________________________________ Dealer _____________________________________________________________ Installed By __...

Page 20: ...air flow around the amplifier Voltage protection engaged Voltage to the amp is not within the 10 16 VDC operating range Have the battery charging system inspected Short circuit protection is engaged...

Page 21: ...0Hz Crossover Slope 24dB Octave Bass EQ at 45Hz 0 18 dB Total Harmonic Distortion 0 05 Input Gain Control 200mV 6 5Vrms Low Level Input Impedance 22K Ohms Damping Factor 200 Channel Separation 60dB Fu...

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Page 23: ...uid damage or exposure to excessive heat Attempted repairs or alterations of any nature Product that has not been installed according to this owners manual Any implied warranties including warranties...

Page 24: ...PowerBass Xtreme A division of PowerBass USA Inc 13936 Mountain Avenue Chino CA 91710 Tel 909 993 5399 Fax 909 993 5393 www powerbassusa com...

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