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Troubleshooting

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Specifications

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Introduction

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CONTENTS

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U S E R ’ S   M A N U A L

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Controls and features

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Notes

If you experience operation or performance problems with this product, compare your
installation with the electrical wiring diagram on the previous pages. If problems persist,
read the following troubleshooting tips which may help eliminate the problems.

Low-level (RCA) input wiring is preferred for best audio performance. Most trunk
or hatchback installations will require a 15-20 foot RCA cable, while pickup trucks
and under-seat installations will require a 6-12 foot RCA cable. Always use a high-
quality cable.

Protection LED
comes on when
amplifier is
powered up.

Check for short circuits on speaker leads.

Turn down the volume control on the head unit to prevent overdriving.

Remote speaker leads, and reset the amplifier. If the Protection LED still
comes on, then the amplifier is faulty and needs servicing.

High hiss in the
sound.

Disconnect all RCA inputs to the power sub’s control panel. If the hiss
disappears, then plug in the component driving the amplifier and unplug
its inputs. If the hiss disappears at this point, go on until the faulty/noisy
component is found.
It is best to set the amplifier's input level control as low as possible. The
best subjective signal-to-noise ratio is achieved in this manner. Try to
set the head unit as high as possible (without distortion) and the amp
input level as low as possible.

Squealing noise
is present.

Check for improperly grounded RCA interconnects.

Distorted sound.

Check that the Input Level Control is set to match the signal level of the
head unit. Always try to set the Input Level as low as possible.

Check that all crossover frequencies are properly set.

Check for short circuits on the speaker leads.

Amplifier gets
very hot.

Check that the minimum speaker impedance for the amp model is correct.

Check that there is good air circulation around the amp. In some
applications, it may be necessary to add and external cooling fan.

Engine noise
(static type)

This is usually caused by poor quality RCA cables,which can pick up
radiated noise. Use only the best quality cables, and route them away
from power cables.

Engine noise
(alternator
 whine)

Check that the RCA grounds are not shorted to the vehicle chassis/

Check that the head unit is properly grounded.

To Audio

Outputs of head

unit or signal

processor

6. Connect all line inputs and outputs (if
used) using high-quality cables. Connect
all speakers, following the diagrams in
this manual. Be sure to observe proper
polarity to avoid audio phase problems.

7. Insert fuse(s) into the battery fuse
holder(s).

8. Recheck all connections before
powering up the subwoofer.

9. Set all level controls to minimum
position, and set all crossover
controls/switches to the desired
frequency points.

10. Power up the head unit and the
subwoofer. Then set the volume control
on the head unit to about 3/4 volume,
and adjust the subwoofer's input level
controls to just below the level of
distortion.

11. Further fine tuning of the various
controls may be necessary to obtain best
results.

Connect the ground terminal to the closest point on the chassis of the vehicle.
Keep this ground wire to less than 39" (100 cm) in length. Use 8 gauge (or heavier)
wire.

Connect the remote terminal to the remote output of the head unit using 16 gauge
(or heavier) wire.

Connect an empty fuse holder within 18" (45 cm) of the car battery, and run 8 gauge
(or heavier) cable from this fuse to the amplifier location. Then connect the fuse
holder to the "BATT+" connection on the subwoofer rear panel.

Install the remote control securely
under the dash or in a similar
location where using it will not
distract the driver.

2

Introduction

2

What is included?

2

Features

3

General precautions

4

Protection circuitry

4

Installation precautions

4

Fuses

4

 

Mounting the subwoofer

4

Connecting the subwoofer

6

Front panel controls and features

8

Input wiring

9

Power connections

9

Remote level control connection

10

Troubleshooting

11

Specifications

Congratulations on your
purchase of a 

 BASS800

Amplified Subwoofer.

It has been designed, engineered
and manufactured to bring you
the highest level of performance

and quality, and will afford you
years of listening pleasure.

Thank you for making 

your choice for car audio

entertainment!

All specifications subject to change without notice.

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BASS800

10” Amplified Subwoofer
with Passive Radiator

MODEL

10” Amplified Subwoofer

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE REMEDY

REMOTE LEVEL CONTROL PORT

Attach the included remote level
control to control the volume level of
the subwoofer independently.

8

POWER STATUS LED

This bi-color LED glows green when
power is on and no problems are
present. If one of the protection circuits
comes on, it will change to red.

7

HIGH LEVEL (speaker level)
INPUTS

If your head unit does not have RCA
outputs, you can use the speaker
outputs for the audio source for the
BASS800. Use the supplied cable and
wire harness and connect the outputs
properly as shown in the connection
diagram in this manual.

9

LOW LEVEL RCA INPUTS

Low level inputs are the
recommended way to introduce the
audio signal to the subwoofer if RCA
outputs are present on your head unit
or other signal source (such as a
sound processor).

10

WHITE

GREY

GREY/BLACK

Remote

Level Control

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Страница 1: ......

Страница 2: ...l controls and features 8 Input wiring 9 Power connections 9 Remote level control connection 10 Troubleshooting 11 Specifications Congratulations on your purchase of a BASS800 Amplified Subwoofer It has been designed engineered and manufactured to bring you the highest level of performance and quality and will afford you years of listening pleasure Thank you for making a your choice for car audio ...

Страница 3: ...en included You can control the subwoofer level with the remote level control module Features Your new BASS800 Powered Subwoofer features the following MOSFET PWM Pulse Width Modulated Power Supply Thermal overload and speaker short protection Soft turn on circuit Remote turn on turn off circuit Variable input gain control Variable low pass crossover Variable bass boost 0 to 18dB Variable phase sh...

Страница 4: ...ifier will go into a self preservation mode and the PROTECT LED on the control panel will glow in RED color Protection Circuitry General precautions SHOCK HAZARD Do not open the case of this product There are dangerous voltages present within the unit There are no user serviceable parts within the unit Before installing and using your new amplified subwoofer please become familiar with all the inf...

Страница 5: ...lder is empty Then connect the fuse holder to the BATT connection on the amplifier Connecting the subwoofer Installation precautions Before you drill or cut any holes investigate your car s layout very carefully Take special care when you work near the gas tank fuel lines hydraulic lines and electrical wiring Never operate the subwoofer when it is unmounted Attach all audio system components secur...

Страница 6: ...he subwoofer Then set the volume control on the head unit to about 3 4 volume and adjust the subwoofer s input level controls to just below the level of distortion 11 Further fine tuning of the various controls may be necessary to obtain best results Do not mistake the input level control for a volume control It is designed ONLY to match the output level of your audio source to the input level of ...

Страница 7: ...re will increase the sound level in the bass frequencies 4 INPUT GAIN CONTROL After you have installed your system turn this control to minimum Turn the head unit on and the subwoofer will turn on via the remote connection Turn the head unit volume to about 2 3 full level Slowly turn up the subwoofer input gain control until you hear a small amount of distortion Then reduce the level until the dis...

Страница 8: ...mes on it will change to red 7 HIGH LEVEL speaker level INPUTS If your head unit does not have RCA outputs you can use the speaker outputs for the audio source for the BASS800 Use the supplied cable and wire harness and connect the outputs properly as shown in the connection diagram in this manual 9 LOW LEVEL RCA INPUTS Low level inputs are the recommended way to introduce the audio signal to the ...

Страница 9: ...t present connect the speaker outputs from the receiver to the high level input connector of the amplifier Be sure to observe polarity to avoid audio phase problems NOTE Do not connect BOTH the high level and low level inputs from your receiver to your amplifier at the same time WHITE GREY GREY BLACK FUSE POWER GROUND REMOTE 12V LOW PASS FILTER 50Hz 150Hz BASS BOOST 0 12dB INPUT GAIN MIN MAX INPUT...

Страница 10: ...he BATT connection on the subwoofer rear panel Install the remote control securely under the dash or in a similar location where using it will not distract the driver to REMOTE TURN ON terminal of head unit Chassis ground point Battery FUSE FUSE POWER GROUND REMOTE 12V LOW PASS FILTER 50Hz 150Hz BASS BOOST 0 12dB INPUT GAIN MIN MAX INPUTS LINE LEVEL L R HIGH LEVEL REMOTE LEVEL CONTROL PHASE SHIFT ...

Страница 11: ...heck the Crossover Control settings High hiss in the sound Disconnect all RCA inputs to the power sub s control panel If the hiss disappears then plug in the component driving the amplifier and unplug its inputs If the hiss disappears at this point go on until the faulty noisy component is found It is best to set the amplifier s input level control as low as possible The best subjective signal to ...

Страница 12: ...ithout notice Maximum power RMS power THD Signal to noise ratio Frequency response Input sensitivity high level Input sensitivity low level Low pass filter Bass Boost Fuse rating Dimensions 800W 280W 0 4 90dB 20Hz 150Hz 110mV 0 5V 50Hz 150Hz 0 to 12dB 25A 13 x 13 x 12 BASS800 MODEL 10 Amplified Subwoofer ...

Страница 13: ...Notes ...

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