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Orion 8002 manual

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    CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 What's In The Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Practice Safe Sound™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of Orion's 8002 power amplifier . Each Orion amplifier is designed to be the leader in its class offering the most power , advanced features, and extreme ease of use. In high-end sound systems or high SPL systems, Orion amplifiers will give you years of trouble-free performance. ● 8002 - 200 Watt per [...]

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    WARRANTY Directed Electronics, Inc. promises to the original purchaser , to replace this product should it prove to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use, for a period of two years from the date of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the product PROVIDED the product was installed by an authorized Direc[...]

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    SPECIFICA TIONS 1. Continuous 4 W load 20Hz to 200Hz, < 0.05% THD, with input voltage at 13.8VDC. 2. Continuous 2 W load 20Hz to 200Hz, < 0.1% THD, with input voltage at 13.8VD. Amplifier Section Power Output 4 W Stereo (Watts)1 200 x 2 Power Output 2 W Stereo (Watts)2 400 x 2 Power Output 4 W Mono (Watts) 800 x 1 Remote Gain Y es Distortion [...]

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    END P ANEL LA YOUT 1. Power LED - when lit indicates that the amplifier is on. 2. Stereo/Mono Switch - configures the amplifier for one or two inputs. 3. Gain Control - continuously adjusts from 200mV to 5V for full power output. 4. Copy/Gain/Master Switch - determines the output of the RCA outputs. 5. RCA Inputs - accepts RCA input from a source u[...]

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    Stereo / Mono Input Configuration The STEREO / MONO switch allows the Orion 8002 amplifier to use a single RCA or high- level input to feed signal to both the right and left channels of the amplifier . When the switch is to the right (MONO position), signal from the left input is routed to the right chan- nel. When the switch is to the left (STEREO[...]

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    Internal Crossover Configurations The crossover section of the Orion 8002 amplifier is continuously variable and extremely flexible. There are different crossover configurations possible allowing high-pass, low-pass, and band-pass configurations. The high-pass crossover incorporates the INTELLi Q feature. This circuit is designed to optimize the pe[...]

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    Infinite Baffle Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz By removing low frequency signal that the woofer cannot produce, the woofer can play its capable range louder . The first example is an infinite baffle situation. The left graph displays the frequency response of a 12-inch woofer in an infinite baffle application without the high-pass filter , with the [...]

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    Sealed Example High-Pass Set at 20Hz This sealed example is the same 12-inch woofer in the recommended sealed enclosure. Up to 6 dB of boost is capable if 20 Hz was used. With +6dB of boost, the woofer has more out- put down to 15 Hz. Sealed Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz In this example, the frequency has been increased to 30 Hz. Up to 6 dB of boos[...]

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    AMPLIFIER WIRING Power Connections ● 8002 Fuse Size: 1 x 80 AMP MAXI ● Power connections accept up to four-gauge wire. ● Four-gauge power and ground wire recommended for optimal performance. ● Connect 12V+ to the battery through fuse holder . This connection provides +12V main power to the amplifier . ● Power wire must be fused no more th[...]

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    Summed Bridged Configuration ● Lowest recommended impedance is 4 W bridged mono. ● Mono or stereo input can be used for this configuration. ● Outputs can be configured for high-pass, low-pass, or full range operation. ● Output is configured as summed bridged which is ideal for subwoofer applications. Single Channel Bridged Configuration ●[...]

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    T ri-Mode Three Channel Configuration ● Lowest recommended impedance is 2 W stereo and 4 W bridged mono. ● Stereo operation must be used. ● Outputs must be configured for full range operation. ● Output is configured stereo and summed bridged. ● Passive crossover frequencies must not overlap. WARNING! Failure to do so may result in damage [...]

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    AMPLIFIER INST ALLA TION Choosing Mounting Locations The location of your amplifier will depend on several important issues. Due to the low pro- file size of the Orion amplifiers, there are many possible installation locations that will yield satisfactory amplifier performance. Always mount the amplifier in a place that protects the amplifier from [...]

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    Power for systems with a single amplifier can be supplied by most automotive electrical sys- tems. Systems with multiple amplifiers may require a higher capacity battery , alternator or the use of a storage capacitor . We strongly recommend the use of a Directed Audio Essentials power capacitor with an extra battery in larger stereo systems. Orion [...]

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    Step 7 Disconnect the vehicle's battery ground terminal. Step 8 Connect power wires to the amplifier (ground first, then 12 V(+) and RGC). Step 9 Connect the RCA and speaker wires to the amplifier . Check the quality of your speakers and signal connections. This will determine the ultimate per- formance of your Orion amplifier . Refer to the S[...]

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    Adjusting the Sound of the System Once you have checked the system's operation, adjust the sound of the system. Adjusting the sound of the system is accomplished by setting the level controls and adjusting the internal crossovers. Step 1 T urn the signal source volume control all the way down. Set any tone con- trols to their flat or defeated [...]

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    T roubleshooting Tips Symptom Probable Cause Action T o T ake No output Low or no remote turn-on Check remote turn-on voltage at voltage amplifier and repair as needed. Fuse blown Check power wire's integrity and check for speaker shorts. Fix as needed and replace fuse. Power wires not connected Check power wire and ground connections and repa[...]

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    Symptom Probable Cause Action T o T ake Distorted output Internal crossover not set Readjust crossovers. Refer to the properly for speakers Internal Crossover Configuration section of this guide for detailed instructions. Speakers are blown Check system with known work ing speakers and fix or replace as needed. Poor bass response Speakers wired wit[...]

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    NOTES ____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ __________________________[...]

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    20 ©2003 Directed Electronics, Inc.[...]

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    W arranty LIMITED TWO YEAR CONSUMER WARRANTY : Directed Electronics, Inc. promises to the original purchaser , to replace this product should it prove to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use, for a period of two years from the date of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the product PROVIDED the produc[...]