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Unpacking the Studio 50

Included in your Studio 50 packing box you will find the
warranty registration card.  Please fill it out and return it to the
factory.

If for any reason your Studio 50 must be returned to the
factory, we suggest you retain the original packing box for safe
transportation.  We also suggest that you record the serial
number of your Studio 50 in the space below for your
permanent records.

Serial number: _____________  Purchase date: ___________

Mounting Guidelines

Mounting the Studio 50 is easy.  Keep in mind the following
guidelines:

 

The amplifier may be mounted in any direction, on wood,
metal or carpet.  The metal case of the amplifier may be
grounded or left isolated.

 

The amplifier requires adequate ventilation.  Position the
amplifier with sufficient surrounding area for proper cooling.

 

Keep the amplifier out of the engine compartment and
other locations that may cause excessive heat or moisture.

 

Do not mount the amplifier to a subwoofer enclosure or
any other place that may have excessive vibration.

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Summary of Contents for STUDIO 50

Page 1: ...STUDIO Owner s Manual Studio Series Power Amplifier A R P A OF AMERICA CORP MADE IN MODESTO CA U S A...

Page 2: ...0 Key Features 3 Unpacking Unpacking the Studio 50 4 Wiring Power Wiring 5 Signal Wiring 6 Warnings System Precautions 7 Specifications Power And Performance 8 Help Technical Assistance 9 Curves Power...

Page 3: ...lity car stereo components available anywhere in the world today The Studio 50 is a stereo two channel amplifier that is conservatively rated at 50 watts It can produce 25 watts per channel into a fou...

Page 4: ...y efficiency and improves overall performance Separate LED s for power and protection Short circuit high temperature reverse voltage DC offset and over voltage protection Load stability down to two oh...

Page 5: ...al number _____________ Purchase date ___________ Mounting Guidelines Mounting the Studio 50 is easy Keep in mind the following guidelines The amplifier may be mounted in any direction on wood metal o...

Page 6: ...th the shortest possible 10 gauge wire Do not make this connection directly to the battery Do not use seat or seat belt bolts for grounding Do not share this connection with other equipment A single p...

Page 7: ...30 volts 230 millivolts and 2 3 volts If you are unsure of your head unit s maximum undistorted output level set these controls to their minimum quietest position and then turn the head unit s volume...

Page 8: ...d all wiring should be routed safely and correctly according to the following guidelines Do not run wiring close to hot or spinning objects Always use wire grommets when routing wire through the firew...

Page 9: ...droom 1 5dB 2 ohm load Separation 65dB Damping Factor 100 4 ohms Input Type Fully isolated RCA Input Sensitivity 230mV 2 3 Volts variable Maximum Input Level 2 3 Volts R M S Input Impedance 47K ohms P...

Page 10: ...information which will include your name return shipping address daytime phone number model and serial number and a detailed description of your problem A photocopy of your original purchase receipt...

Page 11: ...Power Vs Distortion 10...

Page 12: ...cs 4 Extrusion machining American made aluminum extrusion is cut and machined to precise tolerances 5 Assembly The product is assembled with skilled American labor 6 Final Test Every product is tested...

Page 13: ...A R P A of America Corp 413 S Riverside Drive Suite D Modesto CA 95354 209 577 4268 Fax 209 577 8548 Studio 50 Rev E 02 97...

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