Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product DPX1001.2 Clarion
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OPERAT I ON I NSTALLAT I ON MANUAL 2/1 CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER.
DPX1001.2 Power System Amplifier 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Input Connections and Audio Controls . . . . . . .
Owner’s Manual 3 Owner’s Manual • Gold-plated input/output connectors • Aluminum heat sink for efficient heat dissipation • Low profile, compact size for space limited installations • Wire.
DPX1001.2 Power System Amplifier 4 INPUT CONNECTIONS AND AUDIO CONTROLS The front panel of the DPX1001.2 contains connections for RCA Inputs, Speaker Level Inputs and Audio Controls as shown below. The RCA Input Connections are gold-plated RCA jacks and are labeled as RIGHT and LEFT.
Owner’s Manual 5 Use this feature, along with your speaker manufacturer’s recommended crossover frequencies, to quickly design a more advanced system. • X-Over Slope Switch - This switch will change the X-Over between a 12db and 24dB per octave slope.
DPX1001.2 Power System Amplifier 6 APPLICATIONS The Clarion DPX1001.2 2-channel car audio amplifier can be used in a variety of system applications. Here are some examples to help plan your own installation. Figure 3 - In this application the amplifier is bridged for mono operation to drive a subwoofer.
Owner’s Manual 7 Figure 4 - In this application, the amplifier is used in stereo and drives two full-range (or satellite or subwoofer) speakers. NOTE: A passive crossover must be used with satellite speakers. Minimum load in the stereo mode is 1ohm.
DPX1001.2 Power System Amplifier 8 (Set INPUT SELECT Switch to STEREO) Mixed-Mode Satellite and Subwoofer System NOTE: Chart values based on 4 ohm speakers. Figure 5 - The amplifier can be configured for a mixed-mode operation. The table provides component values to create a 6dB per octave crossover at specified frequencies.
Owner’s Manual 9 INSTALLATION This section lists Mounting and Wiring Precautions for installing the Clarion DPX1001.2. These safeguards provide enough detail to complete the installation successfully. If you do not have the necessary skills, Clarion recommends consulting your authorized Clarion dealer for installation.
DPX1001.2 Power System Amplifier 10 5. Add an external fuse on the amplifier’s positive (+) power lead and connect it as close as possible to the vehicle’s (+) battery terminal. Use a fuse rated to the total current consumption of the amplifier(s).
Owner’s Manual 11 Figure 6. - Electrical connections for the DPX1001.2.
DPX1001.2 Power System Amplifier 12 SETTING THE GAIN After completing the installation, follow these steps to set the Gain Control and then perform the Final System Checks. 1. Turn the Gain Control all the way counter-clockwise. 2. Turn the vehicle’s Ignition Switch to the ON position.
Owner’s Manual 13 FINAL SYSTEM CHECKS 1. Start the engine and turn on the source unit. After a two-second delay, slowly increase the Volume Control and listen to the audio. If you hear any noise, static, distortion or no sound at all, check the connections, and also refer to Troubleshooting.
DPX1001.2 Power System Amplifier 14 Frequency Response Signal Noise Ratio THD Input Sensitivity Low Level Input Sensitivity Speaker Level Max. Power Output Cont. Power Output 2-Ohm Stereo Output Bridged Power Dimensions Current Consumption at output @ max power 20Hz ~ 20kHz >95db .
Owner’s Manual 15 WARRANTY INFORMATION This product is warranted against all defects in material workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. Clarion ProAudio products except for speakers are covered by a two year warranty when installed by an authorized Clarion dealer.
Clarion Corporation of America 661 W. Redondo Beach Blvd. Gardena, CA 90247-4201 U.S.A. Tel 1.800.GO.CLARION www.clarion.com DPX1001.2 Rev. 1(11/01).
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