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Make sure you observe correct polarity in 

making the “High Level Input” connections. 

Failure to do so will reduce bass and affect 

stereo imaging.

 
The connections for the 

“High Level Inputs”

 plug 

wires are as follows from left to right on the plug:

Channels 1&2 (FRONT)

White: Left Positive (+)
White/Black: Left Negative (–)
Black: Common Ground (rarely used)*
Gray: Right Positive (+)
Gray/Black: Right Negative (–)

Channels 3&4 (REAR or SUB)

Green: Left Positive (+)
Green/Black: Left Negative (–)
Black: Common Ground (rarely used)*
Purple: Right Positive (+)
Purple/Black: Right Negative (–)

*The only time you will use the Common  Ground 
connections is with some older (pre-1980’s) factory 
systems or head units that ground their speakers to 
chassis ground. To use these connections, ground 
the black wires on the plugs to chassis ground and 
only connect the Left and Right Positive plug wires 
to the factory radio outputs.
 

“CH 3&4 Input From” Switch

If you wish to send four discrete channels of 

input into the T2-320.4, simply use all four inputs 
(Channels 1 & 2 and Channels 3 & 4) and set the 

CH 3&4 Input From

” switch to “

3&4

”.

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Filter Mode

High-Pass

Low-Pass

Filter Frequency (Hz)

Filter Frequency (Hz)

Input Sens.

Input Sens.

CH 3&4

Input From

min max

min max

60

1.2k

High-Pass

60

1.2k

40

150

Low-Pass

40

150

Off +12dB

High-Level Inputs

High-Level Inputs

Bass Boost

HP | Off | LP

Filter Mode

1&2 | 3&4

Off +12dB

Bass Boost

Channel 3 & 4 Controls

CH 1 (Left)

CH 3 (Left)

Protect

Channel 1 & 2 Controls

Power

CH 2 (Right)

LEFT

RIGHT

CH 4 (Right)

Pre-Outs

Amplifier Inputs

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If you wish to feed all four channels by using 

only two channels of input, set the “

CH 3&4 

Input From

” switch to “

1&2

” and use only the 

inputs to channels 1 & 2. 
 

inPut sensitivitY Controls

The controls labeled “

Input Sens.

” located in 

each “

Channel Controls

 

section can be used 

to match the source unit’s output voltage to the 
input stage of each pair of amplifier channels 
for maximum clean output. Rotating the control 
clockwise will result in higher sensitivity (louder 
for a given input voltage). Rotating the control 
counter-clockwise will result in lower sensitivity 
(quieter for a given input voltage.) 

 

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Filter Mode

High-Pass

Low-Pass

Filter Frequency (Hz)

Filter Frequency (Hz)

Input Sens.

Input Sens.

CH 3&4

Input From

min max

min max

60

1.2k

High-Pass

60

1.2k

40

150

Low-Pass

40

150

Off +12dB

High-Level Inputs

High-Level Inputs

Bass Boost

HP | Off | LP

Filter Mode

1&2 | 3&4

Off +12dB

Bass Boost

Channel 3 & 4 Controls

CH 1 (Left)

CH 3 (Left)

Protect

Channel 1 & 2 Controls

Power

CH 2 (Right)

LEFT

RIGHT

CH 4 (Right)

Pre-Outs

Amplifier Inputs

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To properly set the amplifier for maximum 

clean output, please refer to Appendix A (page 
12) in this manual. After using this procedure, 
you can then adjust any or all “

Input Sens.

” 

levels downward if this is required to achieve the 
desired system balance. 

 

 

Do not increase any “Input Sens.” setting for 

any channel(s) of any amplifier in the system 

beyond the maximum level established during 

the procedure outlined in Appendix A (page 

12). Doing so will result in audible distortion 

and possible speaker damage.

turn-on lead

The T2-320.4 is turned on and off 

using a conven12V remote turn-
on lead, typically controlled by the 
source unit’s remote turn-on output. 

Made in China

CHANNEL 1 (L)

CHANNEL 2 (R)

Bridged

Bridged

CHANNEL 3 (L)

CHANNEL 4 (R)

FUSES

+ 12VDC

30A

30A

Remote

Ground

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 The amplifier will turn on when +12V is 

present at its “

Remote

” input and turn off when 

+12V is switched off. If a source unit does not 
have a dedicated remote turn-on output, the 
amplifier’s turn-on lead can be connected to +12V 
via a switch that derives power from an ignition-
switched circuit. 

18 AWG wire is more than adequate for 

the remote turn-on connection. To connect 
the remote turn-on wire to the amplifier, strip 
1/2-inch (12 mm) of insulation from the wire 
and insert it into the “Remote” receptacle on the 
power connector. Tighten the connector down 
using a Phillips screwdriver.

inPut seCtions

The T2-320.4’s has two input sections: one for 

Channels 1&2 and another for Channels 3&4.
These input sections allows you to send signals to 
the amplifier sections through the use of either 
two or four inputs. Each input section offers 
two input connection methods, one for high-
level (speaker level) signals and one for low-level 
(preamp level) signals.

1)  Low-Level Inputs:

  A standard left/

right pair of RCA type jacks in the 

“Amplifier Inputs”

 section is used for 

preamp level (low-level) signal input 
on the T2-320.4. This is the preferred 
connection method whenever available.

 

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Filter Mode

High-Pass

Low-Pass

Filter Frequency (Hz)

Filter Frequency (Hz)

Input Sens.

Input Sens.

CH 3&4

Input From

min max

min max

60

1.2k

High-Pass

60

1.2k

40

150

Low-Pass

40

150

Off +12dB

High-Level Inputs

High-Level Inputs

Bass Boost

HP | Off | LP

Filter Mode

1&2 | 3&4

Off +12dB

Bass Boost

Channel 3 & 4 Controls

CH 1 (Left)

CH 3 (Left)

Protect

Channel 1 & 2 Controls

Power

CH 2 (Right)

LEFT

RIGHT

CH 4 (Right)

Pre-Outs

Amplifier Inputs

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2)  High-Level Inputs: 

If your system does 

not offer a preamp level signal option, you 
can connect speaker level signals directly to 
the 

“High-Level Inputs”

 connectors using 

the supplied mating connectors and wire 
harnesses. Simply splice the appropriate 
left/right and positive/negative wires

 

to the 

included harnesses and plug the harness into 
the 

“High-Level Inputs”

 connectors on the 

amplifier. The T2-320.4 will attenuate the high-
level signals to make them compatible with its 
input stages.

 

HP | Off | LP

Filter Mode

High-Pass

Low-Pass

Filter Frequency (Hz)

Filter Frequency (Hz)

Input Sens.

Input Sens.

CH 3&4

Input From

min max

min max

60

1.2k

High-Pass

60

1.2k

40

150

Low-Pass

40

150

Off +12dB

High-Level Inputs

High-Level Inputs

Bass Boost

HP | Off | LP

Filter Mode

1&2 | 3&4

Off +12dB

Bass Boost

Channel 3 & 4 Controls

CH 1 (Left)

CH 3 (Left)

Protect

Channel 1 & 2 Controls

Power

CH 2 (Right)

LEFT

RIGHT

CH 4 (Right)

Pre-Outs

Amplifier Inputs

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Summary of Contents for T2-320.4

Page 1: ... expertise and installation equipment 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 conta...

Page 2: ...h sound pressure levels can lead to permanent irreparable hearing loss This and all other high power amplifiers are capable of producing such high sound pressure levels when connected to a speaker system Please limit your continuous exposure to high volume levels While driving operate your audio system in a manner that still allows you to hear necessary noises to operate your vehicle safely horns ...

Page 3: ... R Bridged Bridged CHANNEL 3 L CHANNEL 4 R FUSES 12VDC 30A 30A Remote G Product Description The Total Mobile Audio T2 320 4 is a four channel full range audio amplifier utilizing Class B technology for all channels The T2 320 4 can be operated with a wide variety of source units and system configurations For detailed specifications please refer to Appendix B page 13 Typical Installation Sequence T...

Page 4: ...ond the maximum level established during the procedure outlined in Appendix A page 12 Doing so will result in audible distortion and possible speaker damage Turn On Lead The T2 320 4 is turned on and off using a conventional 12V remote turn on lead typically controlled by the source unit s remote turn on output FUSES 12VDC 30A 30A Remote Ground a JL Audio Company The amplifier will turn on when 12...

Page 5: ...ndesired frequencies from making their way through the amplifier sections to the speaker s This serves to improve tonal balance and to avoid distortion and possible speaker failure Correct use of these filters can substantially increase the longevity and fidelity of your audio system HP Off LP Filter Mode High Pass Low Pass Filter Frequency Hz Filter Frequency Hz Input Sens Input Sens CH 3 4 Input...

Page 6: ...stions about the installation or setup of the amplifier not covered in this manual please contact your dealer or technical support TMA Technical Support 954 443 1100 9 00 AM 5 30 PM Eastern Time Zone Monday Friday Bridging Considerations Bridging is the practice of combining the output of two amplifier channels to drive a single load When bridged each channel produces signals of equal magnitude bu...

Page 7: ...cessing 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 connected set the amplifier s Remote Bass Control at maximum full clockwise 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 mod...

Page 8: ...wire connectors are designed to accept up to 8 AWG wire Make sure to strip the wire to allow for a sufficient connection with the metal inside the terminal block How do I properly set the input sensitivity on my amplifier Please refer to Appeaset the input sensitivity for maximum low distortion output My amplifier doesn t turn on Check the fuse not just visually but with a continuity meter It is p...

Page 9: ...ilter Frequency Hz Input Sens Input Sens CH 3 4 Input From min max min max 60 1 2k High Pass 60 1 2k 40 150 Low Pass 40 150 Off 12dB High Level Inputs High Level Inputs Bass Boost HP Off LP Filter Mode 1 2 3 4 Off 12dB Bass Boost Channel 3 4 Controls CH 1 Left CH 3 Left Protect Channel 1 2 Controls Power CH 2 Right LEFT RIGHT CH 4 Right Pre Outs Amplifier Inputs a JL Audio Company ...

Page 10: ...18 Total Mobile Audio 19 INSTALLATION NOTES INSTALLATION NOTES ...

Page 11: ... thereafter Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties 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 TMA s Amplifier Service Facility freight prepaid through an authorized TMA dealer and...

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