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2-Channel Amplifier

ONX2.100

5

LINE OUT

LINE INPUT

L

R

L

R

LEVEL

6V              0.2V

0dB           12dB

FULL  LPF    HPF

60Hz       13KHz

30Hz       250Hz

BASS EQ

X-OVER

HPF

LPF

POWER

PROTECTION

FEATURES:
- 1

 Set of RCA inputs

- LEVEL: 

Variable sensitivity from 

0.2V to 6V

- BASS EQ:

 Adjustable 45Hz bass boost from 

0dB to 12dB

- X-OVER: 

Selects internal crossover functions

   - FULL: 

Bypasses all crossovers for full frequency operation

   - LPF: 

Selects the built in 

LOW PASS

 filter, variable from

 30Hz to 250Hz

   - HPF: 

Selects the built in 

HIGH PASS 

filter, variable from 

60Hz to 13KHz

- POWER 

LED

Indicates the powered up and turned on condition

- PROTECTION 

LED

Indicates a high voltage, low voltage, short circuit,

  hard clip, over heating or DC fault condition.

- MODE: 

MONO / STEREO.

- LINE OUTPUT: 

Full range RCA pass through.

2 Channel Full Range Stereo:

Control checklist:

Interconnect cable checklist:

- Refer to the section “Settings for Best Performance”

- Connect the two inputs of the amplifier to a Radio/CD with quality RCA cables.
Switch setting checklist:

Minimum final loudspeaker impedances:

- 1/2CH X-OVER:  FULL

- 2 ohm per channel.

MODE: STEREO

Bridged for Subwoofer Application:

- Connect the mono speaker positive terminal to the LEFT +, and its negative terminal to RIGHT 

Here we show how to use the 2 channel amplifiers to power a subwoofer by taking 

- as shown.

advantage of the mono bridging capability of all MB Quart amplifiers.

Interconnect cable checklist:

Switch setting checklist:

- A MONO signal source is required to bridge channels 1/2, such as would be available 

- X-OVER:

  LPF

from the mono sub bass output of an active crossover, whether standalone, or built into 

Control checklist:

a head unit or equalizer. If you only have 1 set of RCA outputs from your headunit, you 

- Refer to the section 

“Settings for Best Performance”

can simply connect those to the inputs for ch 1/2 and switch the 

MODE

 to MONO. The 

Minimum final loudspeaker impedances:

amplifier will auto sum the signal and provide mono output. 

- 2 ohm per channel in stereo mode.

Important:

 Do not be tempted to connect the hot, or positive outputs, from any source 

- 4 ohm mono bridged.

together to obtain a mono signal, as this could very well damage the output stage of 
that source.

ONYX

ONYX

POWER INPUT

POWER INPUT

GND      REM   BA

TT+12V

GND      REM   BA

TT+12V

SPEAKER OUTPUT

SPEAKER OUTPUT

RIGHT                      LEFT

RIGHT                      LEFT

-          +          -          +

-          +          -          +

BRIDGED

BRIDGED

FUSE

FUSE

MONO LINE INPUT

(Unless using procedure
described above)

LINE OUT

LINE OUT

LINE INPUT

LINE INPUT

L

L

R

R

L

R

L

R

LEVEL

6V              0.2V

0dB           12dB

FULL

  LPF    HPF

60Hz       13KHz

30Hz       250Hz

BASS EQ

X-OVER

HPF

LPF

LEVEL

6V              0.2V

0dB           12dB

FULL

  LPF    HPF

60Hz       13KHz

30Hz       250Hz

BASS EQ

X-OVER

HPF

LPF

POWER

PROTECTION

POWER

PROTECTION

MODE

MODE

MONO     STEREO

MONO     STEREO

MODE

MONO     STEREO

Summary of Contents for ONYX ONX1.1000D

Page 1: ...rference in the audio system It is highly recommended that the amplifier be mounted to a board of MDF or other solid structure using the 4 mounting screws provided Avoid mounting the amplifier to metal as this can introduce noise and other unwanted issues When mounting the amplifier ensure that it is mounted HORIZONTALLY as shown in the diagram above for optimal heat dissipation Mounting amplifier...

Page 2: ...plifiers ONX2 100 2 Channel Amplifiers ONX4 80 500 5 Channel Amplifier ONX1 1000D ONX1 1500D D Class Mono Amplifiers TECHNICAL DATA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS General Instructions Settings for Best Performance 1 WARRANTY 1 FOR EXTENDED WARRANTY INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT WWW MAXXWARRANTY COM ...

Page 3: ... spring washer and nut to securely fasten the ground lug Use petroleum jelly to coat the bolt lug connection to prevent oxidization with time TIP Use the same approach when installing head units equalizers or any audio equipment for that matter run short individual grounds from each piece directly to the vehicle chassis to minimize ground loops and system noise All power ground and speaker connect...

Page 4: ...equency cut off for your system reproduction The point that you set it at cuts off any frequencies from reproduction beyond this point The 12 o clock position is a great starting point EXAMPLE If you adjust the High Pass to 100Hz the amplifier will not play frequencies below 100Hz but will play frequencies from 100Hz to the highest frequency the amplifier is capable of reproducing When in Low Pass...

Page 5: ...hiclechassiswillcausethemainfusetoblow Systemdoesnotturnon 1 Checkallfuses 2 Checkallconnections 3 Measure the 12 volt and remote turn on voltages at the amplifier terminals If these are non existent or low take voltage measurements at fuse holders distribution blocks theheadunit s 12voltandremoteleadstolocalizetheproblem Noiseproblems Systemnoisecanbedividedintotwocategories hiss andelectricalint...

Page 6: ...el amplifiers to power a subwoofer by taking as shown advantage of the mono bridging capability of all MB Quart amplifiers Interconnect cable checklist Switch setting checklist A MONO signal source is required to bridge channels 1 2 such as would be available X OVER LPF from the mono sub bass output of an active crossover whether standalone or built into Control checklist a head unit or equalizer ...

Page 7: ...h left and right inputs via a Y adapter RCA cable Here we show how to use the 4 channel amplifiers as a 3 channel unit by taking Connect the mono speaker positive terminal to the RIGHT and its negative terminal to LEFT advantage of the mono bridging capability of all MB Quart amplifiers In order to create as shown a 2 channel system simply follow the example to also mono bridge channel pair 1 2 In...

Page 8: ...riable sensitivity from 0 2V to 6V BASS EQ Adjustable 45Hz bass boost from 0dB to 10dB X OVER Selects internal crossover functions FULL Bypasses all crossovers for full frequency operation BP Selects the built in LOW PASS filter variable from 30Hz to 150Hz HI Selects the built in HI PASS filter variable from 10Hz to 15KHz POWER LED Indicates the powered up and turned on condition PROTECTION LED In...

Page 9: ...blechecklist Connecttheinputstoasuitablesource e g aheadunitwithgoodqualityRCAcables Controlchecklist Refertothesection SettingsforBestPerformance Use at least 12 gauge speaker wiring The amps have dual speaker terminals simplifyingthehookupofmultiplespeakers Theseampsaremono 1channel amplifiers Minimumfinalloudspeakerimpedance 1 Ohm which have multiple positive and negative connections for ease o...

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Page 11: ...res and activates the MX 2 As an option the module also offers a remote turn on wire Remote Output Driver circuit to turn on amplifier when module activates MX 3 Bass Controller Parametric Bass EQ Provides a wide array of subwoofer output signal shaping controls to enhance bass response and sound quality including Bass Boost adjustable Bandwidth wide and narrow Low Pass and Subsonic Filter Accepts...

Page 12: ...PART S411 Check out our videos of new products events and technical tutorials at www youtube com maxxsonicsusainc ONX2 100 ONX4 60 ONX4 80 ONX4 125 ONX4 80 500 ONX1 1000D ONX1 1500D ...

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