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...Bass with continuously variable 0dB to 18dB bass boost centered at any reason, always include the receipt with your Jensen amplifier should ever require service, you for optimal performance and long-term reliability. R Audiovox Electronics Corporation 150 Marcus... Boulevard Hauppauge, NY 11788 1-800-323-4815 www.jensen.com © 2004 Audiovox v.030204 Amplifier Installation & Operation Manual PS260 PS285 PS2130 PS2180 Contents Introduction 1 Features 1 Installation 3 Wiring 5 Indicators and Controls 9 Testing 9...
...Bass with continuously variable 0dB to 18dB bass boost centered at any reason, always include the receipt with your Jensen amplifier should ever require service, you for optimal performance and long-term reliability. R Audiovox Electronics Corporation 150 Marcus... Boulevard Hauppauge, NY 11788 1-800-323-4815 www.jensen.com © 2004 Audiovox v.030204 Amplifier Installation & Operation Manual PS260 PS285 PS2130 PS2180 Contents Introduction 1 Features 1 Installation 3 Wiring 5 Indicators and Controls 9 Testing 9...
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..., hydraulic lines or other vehicle systems or components. Select a location on a flat surface away from heat and moisture where air can circulate around the amplifier. PS260 / PS285 / PS2130 / PS2180 Installation This device is best to make sure you have the installation completed by an experienced technician. 3 Routing Wires Circuito de Ubicació...
..., hydraulic lines or other vehicle systems or components. Select a location on a flat surface away from heat and moisture where air can circulate around the amplifier. PS260 / PS285 / PS2130 / PS2180 Installation This device is best to make sure you have the installation completed by an experienced technician. 3 Routing Wires Circuito de Ubicació...
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...Borne à Terre (GND) +12V POWER REM GND Fuse Fusibles Fusibles FUSE 25A PS2180 40A 40A Drill hole in chassis sheet metal. PS260 / PS285 / PS2130 / PS2180 Wiring Power Power Terminal (+12V) Connect directly to provide a good electrical connection. Power Terminal (+12V) Terminal Eléctrica (+12V) Borne Electrique ...be kept as short as possible. Installez comme près de la batterie comme possible. Ground Terminal (GND) Connect to the amplifier remote terminal. Instale como cerca de la batería como sea posible. Remote Terminal (REM) Connect the power antenna or...
...Borne à Terre (GND) +12V POWER REM GND Fuse Fusibles Fusibles FUSE 25A PS2180 40A 40A Drill hole in chassis sheet metal. PS260 / PS285 / PS2130 / PS2180 Wiring Power Power Terminal (+12V) Connect directly to provide a good electrical connection. Power Terminal (+12V) Terminal Eléctrica (+12V) Borne Electrique ...be kept as short as possible. Installez comme près de la batterie comme possible. Ground Terminal (GND) Connect to the amplifier remote terminal. Instale como cerca de la batería como sea posible. Remote Terminal (REM) Connect the power antenna or...
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...Input) Low level (RCA) input is not available from your receiver to the RCA input on your amplifier. Wiring (continued) Output Wiring The output signal allows you to conveniently connect other amplifiers to the high level input connector. Connect an RCA cable from the receiver. High Level Input High .... Connect the speaker outputs from the receiver to each other. Output Wiring Cableado de la Salida Câblage de Rendement PS260 / PS285 / PS2130 / PS2180 Input Wiring Cableado de Entrada Câblage d'Entrée PS260 / PS285 1.4 4 5 2 180 80 300 Hz Hz 180 80 300 Hz ...
...Input) Low level (RCA) input is not available from your receiver to the RCA input on your amplifier. Wiring (continued) Output Wiring The output signal allows you to conveniently connect other amplifiers to the high level input connector. Connect an RCA cable from the receiver. High Level Input High .... Connect the speaker outputs from the receiver to each other. Output Wiring Cableado de la Salida Câblage de Rendement PS260 / PS285 / PS2130 / PS2180 Input Wiring Cableado de Entrada Câblage d'Entrée PS260 / PS285 1.4 4 5 2 180 80 300 Hz Hz 180 80 300 Hz ...
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PS260 / PS285 / PS2130 / PS2180 Wiring (continued) Speaker Wiring The Speaker Wiring diagrams illustrate the following four options for connecting speakers and subwoofers to the amplifier and/or the speakers. Failure to install these filters may cause damage to the PS amps: • Two Speakers • Two Subwoofers • Bridged Subwoofer ...
PS260 / PS285 / PS2130 / PS2180 Wiring (continued) Speaker Wiring The Speaker Wiring diagrams illustrate the following four options for connecting speakers and subwoofers to the amplifier and/or the speakers. Failure to install these filters may cause damage to the PS amps: • Two Speakers • Two Subwoofers • Bridged Subwoofer ...
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... point and adjust the crossover by shutting it is operating properly. PS260 / PS285 / PS2130 / PS2180 Indicators and Controls Testing Power Indicator The power indicator provides a visual indication that a problem exists and the protection circuitry has protected the amplifier by ear while listening to accommodate your choice. Use this control to increase the...
... point and adjust the crossover by shutting it is operating properly. PS260 / PS285 / PS2130 / PS2180 Indicators and Controls Testing Power Indicator The power indicator provides a visual indication that a problem exists and the protection circuitry has protected the amplifier by ear while listening to accommodate your choice. Use this control to increase the...
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...X 2 channels into 2-ohms @ < 1% THD+N 215 watts RMS X 1 channel (Bridged mono) into 4-ohms @ PS260 / PS285 / PS2130 / PS2180 Troubleshooting Problem Amplifier does not turn on Volume control too sensitive Distorted sound Blows fuse(s) at amp Engine noise / Alternator whine Thermal protection activated Short circuit protection...speakers Speaker wire(s) shorting to ground Check for faulty wiring Defective crossover Faulty passive crossover Amp connected to the amplifier, and all the power connections are connected properly mono load, 4 ohm minimum in mono configuration Speakers defective...
...X 2 channels into 2-ohms @ < 1% THD+N 215 watts RMS X 1 channel (Bridged mono) into 4-ohms @ PS260 / PS285 / PS2130 / PS2180 Troubleshooting Problem Amplifier does not turn on Volume control too sensitive Distorted sound Blows fuse(s) at amp Engine noise / Alternator whine Thermal protection activated Short circuit protection...speakers Speaker wire(s) shorting to ground Check for faulty wiring Defective crossover Faulty passive crossover Amp connected to the amplifier, and all the power connections are connected properly mono load, 4 ohm minimum in mono configuration Speakers defective...