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analog and digital systems P Q 4 0 . 2 owner's manual 8900-3110 REV A ©2001 analog and digital systems, inc. www.adst.com[...]
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table of content s about this manual................................................................................................... 2 features of your PowerPlate TM .................................................................................. 2 warning and tips................................................................................[...]
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specifications amplifier section PQ 40.2 power output 4 (watts) 1 4 channel 4 x 100 2 channel 2 x 300 power output 2 (watts) 2 4 x 150 fuse type 60 A maxi dimensions 13” x 16 1/8” x 2” distortion all channels driven <0.1% 20Hz to 20,000Hz frequency response ±1dB 10Hz to 30,000Hz signal-to-noise ratio full >90dB bandwidth @ rated output[...]
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warnings and tips Always disconnect the battery ground wire before doing any work on your vehicle. Reconnect the cable only after the installation is complete and the wiring has been checked to make sure that ther e are no problems. If your radio features a code type security system, be sure you know the code before disconnecting the battery! Y our[...]
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troubleshooting symptom possible cause action to take no output low or no remote turn-on check remote turn-on input voltage output at amplifier and correct as needed fuse blown check power wire integrity and reversed polarity, repair as needed and replace fuse power wires not connected check power wire and ground connections and repair or replace a[...]
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signal sources Due to the wide input level adjustment range, all a/d/s/ PowerPlates TM can be driven with either a conventional preamplifier drive signal or the amplifier signal from a powered source unit. This makes the PowerPlate TM perfect for upgrading an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) stereo system while retaining the factory installed [...]
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Constant bass circuit T o mix sub-bass information into channels 1/2 and 3/4, select a low-pass crossover point, and use the level controls to set the level of sub-bass signal sent to channels 1/2 and 3/4. Using the AC502 (optional) The AC502 remote level control, available as an accessory from your a/d/s/ dealer, may be used with your PowerPlate T[...]
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System 2 – PQ40 used in 3-channel mode with high-pass main speakers and low-pass subwoofer . Note: Although shown as 2-channel, the source unit may be either 2 or 4-channel depending on the setting of the 2/4 channel switch. System 3 – PQ40 used in 4-channel mode with 2 channels high-pass, 2 channels low-pass or bandpass. Depending on the cross[...]
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Internal signal routing 2-channel/4-channel input switch – routes RCA input from channels 1/2 to channels 3/4. When the switch is engaged, channel 1 input is routed to both amplifier channels 1 and 3 with input channel 2 routed to amplifier channels 2 and 4. Switch in the engaged position. When the switch is disengaged, channels 1, 2, 3, and 4 re[...]
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System 6 – Two PQ40s, both set up as shown in system 3. One amp drives bi-amped midranges and tweeters with the second driving rear fill speakers and subwoofers. speaker connections for stereo configurations Minimum recommended impedance is 2 Ohm stereo. Speaker terminals accept up to AWG #12 speaker wire. speaker connections for bridged configur[...]
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installation 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Reconnect the ground cable only after the installation is complete and the wiring has been checked to make sure that there are no problems. If your radio features a code type security system, be sure you know the code before disconnecting the battery! 2. Run a minimum AWG #8 power wire directly f[...]
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