Soundstream P203 manual

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  • Page 1

    P203 & P205 Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers OWNERS MANUAL AND INSTALLATION GUIDE T E C H N 0 L 0 G I E S[...]

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    CONGRA TULA TIONS / HERZL ICHEN GLikKWLJNSCH!! You now awn a Soundstream Amplifier, handcrafted in the USA, it is the result of a unique design and engineering philosophy. To maximize the performance of your system, we recommend that you thoroughly acquaint yourself with its capabilities and features. Please retain this manual and your ?.ales and i[...]

  • Page 3

    TABLE OF CONTENTS (INHALT ENGI ISH P203 Diagram ............................................................. 4 - 5 P205 Diagram ........................................................ 6 - 7 Wiring & Wiring Diagram ....... .. ................................ 8 - 9 Protection Circuitry & Troubleshooting ................. ........ 10 Service[...]

  • Page 4

    E OF CONTENTS (INHALT TABL ENGLISH P203 Diagram ............................................................. 4 5 P205 Diagram ............................................................ 6 - 7 Wiring & Wiring Diagram ............................................. 8 - 9 Protection Circuitry & Troubleshooting .......................... 10 Ser[...]

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    P203 - 3 Channel Amplifier 1 2 3 4 Left Side Vkw 6 7 8 9 lo 5 11 4[...]

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    1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10 11 +12V Connected to fuse or circuit breaker, then battery’s positive post. Ground Main ground connection. Bolt to a clean chassis ground in the vehicle. Remote - Remote turn-on input from the head unit. Accepts +12V. Speaker Output Connections-Channels 1 8 2. Speaker Output Connections Sub Channels. Crossover Adjust[...]

  • Page 7

    P205 - 5 Channel Amplifier 12 3 4 Len s&k? “k?W Ansicht Link Seite 5 6 7 8 9 1011 12 13 16 17 18 l 6[...]

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    1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17, 18 Kev to Callouts +12V - Connected to fuse or circuit breaker, then battery’s positive post. Ground Main ground connection. Bolt to a clean chassis ground in the vehicle. Remote Remote turn-on input from the head unit. Accepts +12V. Speaker Output Connections Channels 1 & 2. Speaker [...]

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    POWER AND GROUND To assure maximum output from your amplifier, use high quality, low-loss power and ground cables. Soundstream amplifiers incorporate gold-plated barrier strips for maximum power transfer and protection from corrosion. The screw terminals back out for use with spade & ring terminals. Determine from the chart below the minimum ga[...]

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    REMOTE TURN-ON Connect the “Remote” to the turn-on lead from the source unit. When +12 volts is received, the amplifier will turn on. SIGNAL CABLE To guarantee optimum performance, use a high-quality cable that will be easy to install and has minimal signal loss. SPEAKER CABLE Use a high quality, flexible, multi-strand cable for best performanc[...]

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    PROTECTION CIRCUITRY Your Soundstream amplifier is protected against both overheating and short circuits by means of the following circuits: l Main power supply fuses. l Speaker output protection. l A fail-safe thermal prelection circuit activating at WC. NOTE: lfyou experience blown main power supply fuses, DO NOT ;ncrease VB/U?S beyond the otig;n[...]

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    SERVICE Your Soundstream amplifier is protected by a limited warranty. Please read the enclosed warranty card. SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT MODEL P203 P205 Power Power 4 ohms 2 ohms 35wx2+ 5owx2+ 7Owxl 1oowx1 35wx4+ 5owx4+ 7Owxl 1oowx1 THD < 0.1% Signal to Noise >90d!3 Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 0.5 dB Stereo Separation >90dB Da[...]