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imum performance, the capacitor should be installed as close to your amplifier(s)

as possible. The ideal location is one which allows for short wiring runs while keeping the capacitors
somewhat isolated from the heat created by the amplifier system. The positive (+) power wire should
be kept as short as possible and be connected to the amplifier's battery supply input. We
recommend that a high performance distribution block be used to create a splice into this cable (see
Fig. 1).

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ou may also use the capacitor itself as a distribution block by adding multiple power wires

to the terminals located on the top of the capacitor.

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o fuses should be installed in the wire between the capacitor and the amplifier system

(make sure there is an appropriate fuse at the battery in the main power supply cable)

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ground cable for the capacitor should also be made as short as possible and be connected directly
to the vehicle chassis at a bare metal location. Do not grounf the capacitor directly to the amplifier
ground terminal or ground cable. The capcitor and all other components in the system should be
grounded using separate ground cables. It is ok to ground them to the same point on the chassis or
frame, just not connected directly to eachother. (see Fig. 1) The positive (+) and negative (-) wires
for the capacitor should be the same gauge as the amplifier's power and ground cables.

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Summary of Contents for ACAP4P

Page 1: ...CYLINDER POWER CAPACITOR ACAP4P OPERATING INTSTRUCTIONS PLEASE RETAIN MANUAL FOR FUTRE USE AND REFERENCE QUALITY RLIABILITY PURE BLISS ...

Page 2: ... competitors and our goal to participate in even more events this year we created TEAM AUDIOBAHN This organization is designed to create a support network along with shirts and perks for team members TEAM AUDIOBAHN is not only for the diehard competitor but also for anyone that loves car audio as much as we do With four levels of play one is right for you to get started in the Audiobahn family Our...

Page 3: ...CTION CAPACITOR INTRODUCTION SPECIFICATIONS CHARGING DISCHARGING ADJUSTMENTS AND TROUBLESHOOTING 3 4 5 6 8 MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION 6 WARNING DISCLAIMER 9 WARRANTY 10 11 Table of Contents Table of Contents 2 ...

Page 4: ... has everything ranging from the smallest terminal to power wires up to 0 gauge and 4 channel RCA cables To get a free brochure on Audiobahn products and Audiobahn Connections in the U S call 714 988 0400 or e mail us at sales audiobahninc com WARNING Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100 dB may cause permanent hearing loss High powered autosound systems may produce sound pressure ...

Page 5: ...ortion and can cause amplifier and or speaker damage Stiffening capacitors are able to store large amounts of energy in preparation of these bass peaks When a bass peak occurs the stiffening capacitor delivers power to supplement the system voltage and prevent amplifier clipping This retains amplifier output power thus improving bass response and increases amplifier and speaker life span Another b...

Page 6: ...Specifications Capacitance ACAP4P 1 000 000 microfarads 1 Farads Working Voltage ACAP4P 20V Surge Voltage ACAP4P 24V E S R Equivalent Series Resistance 0 0016 ohm 200 Hz 25 C Capacitance Tolerance 5 ...

Page 7: ... in its final position attach the ground to the capacitor and the chassis grounding location Next hold the supplied bulb between the positive battery lead and the positive terminal of the capacitor If using a bulb it should light up for a short time normally 15 30 seconds or so and then go out After waiting for the capacitor to charge remove the bulb or resistor and immediately attach the power ca...

Page 8: ...ime you disconnect the capacitor s power wire from the battery you need to properly discharge the capacitor This is done by using the same supplied bulb as you used for charging the capacitor Take the bulb and place the ends across the negative and positive terminals of the capacitor This will cause the capacitor to safely discharge so it can be stored away ...

Page 9: ... top of the capacitor No fuses should be installed in the wire between the capacitor and the amplifier system make sure there is an appropriate fuse at the battery in the main power supply cable The ground cable for the capacitor should also be made as short as possible and be connected directly to the vehicle chassis at a bare metal location Do not grounf the capacitor directly to the amplifier g...

Page 10: ...p and abused 2 If using a capacitor with a digital display you can visually check the capacitor to see if it is functioning correctly After charging the capacitor with the provided bulb remove the bulb and attach the power wire If the volt meter changes slowly then the capacitor is properly holding the charge If the display rapidly decreases and shuts off then the cap is not properly holding a cha...

Page 11: ...ng or breaking power connections at the system power terminals disconnect the 12V wire at the battery end Confirm your radio head unit and or other equiptment is turned off while connecting the input jacks and speaker terminals If you need to replace the power fuse replace it only with a fuse identical to that supplied with the system Using a fuse of different type or rating may result in damage t...

Page 12: ...ahn Notes Complete subwoofer enclosures Audiobahn will replace defective subwoofers plexiglass or neon only Do not send the entire enclosure unless the enclosure is defective itself You must receive prior authorization and an RA before sending in any complete enclosure Audiobahn will only replace L E D s found to be defective at the time of purchase Audiobahn warranties do not cover the following ...

Page 13: ...anufacturer defect will be returned to the sender at their cost You must acquire a Return Authorization Number prior to returning ANY product to Audiobahn That Return Authorization Number RA must be prominently and clearly marked on the outside of the shipping carton or product delivery will be refused no exceptions will be made Please note All shipping and handling to and from charges will be the...

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