about this manual
To get the most from your a/d/s/ PowerPlate™, we recommend that you have the installation performed
by your qualified authorized a/d/s/ dealer. If this unit is installed by your dealer, we will extend the warranty
to two years instead of the standard one-year. However, if you feel that you have the necessary skills and
prefer to perform the installation yourself, this manual will guide you through the process of installation
and set-up. Please read through it completely before beginning the installation so that you may familiarize
yourself with the total procedure before you begin. If there is anything that you do not fully understand,
please consult with your a/d/s/ dealer before attempting the installation.
keep listening, but be safe!
Sustained listening to loud music over 100dB has been shown to cause permanent hearing damage.
Systems using a/d/s/ components are capable of achieving volume levels, which substantially exceed this
level. When operating your system for sustained periods at high volume, be sure to use hearing protection
to prevent long-term exposure. We want you to be able to enjoy the music for many more years.
features of your PowerPlate™
Transient Perfect™ MOSFET Power Supply -
The heart of the P-series, this supply frees the
PowerPlate™ from the constraints of common pwm (pulse width modulated) supplies. The advantages
are: extremely fast overload recovery time, low output impedance for superior damping, and stability
during voltage fluctuations for reliable performance in the harsh automotive environment.
Remote Subwoofer or Constant Bass Level Control Capability -
Can be used with accessory control
AC502 to provide a dashboard mounted rear channel subwoofer or Constant Bass level control
Digital Crossover Frequency Display -
The crossover frequency for each channel pair is displayed on
the top of the amplifier for quicker, more precise system tuning
Detachable Plug in Connectors -
High current speaker and power connectors simplifies installation.
Multi-cross™ Variable Built-in Crossovers -
High-pass, Low-pass and Bandpass functions are built-in,
virtually eliminating the need for external crossover networks in even the most elaborate systems.
Constant Bass circuit -
Signal from all input channels is summed, low-pass filtered and then made
available to all channels.
PowerPlate™ Design -
a/d/s/ original low profile, high efficiency heatsink design keeps size minimum
and allows mounting where space is limited.
Wide Input Sensitivity Range -
Allows connection to virtually any source unit from factory OEM radios
through low output preamps.
Simultaneous Stereo and Mono -
Each channel pair may be used Stereo, Mono, Bridged or both Stereo
and Mono simultaneously. This allows an additional Mono speaker to be used with a stereo pair for
center-channel or subwoofer applications from each channel pair.
Same Side Adjustments -
The P-series PowerPlate™ makes system adjustment easy by organizing all
signal-processing controls on one side of the amplifier. This layout allows convenient system adjustment
and facilitates a variety of installation possibilities when access to the controls is desired.
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