Ground Zero HYDROGEN GZHA 2350X Anleitung Seite 13

Introduction
Amplifiers provide high-performance sound reinforcement for your mobile audio
equipment. It's versatility enables compatibility with optional equalizers, frequency
dividing network crossovers, and other audio processors in a customized system.
The multi-Mmöde bridging capabilities allow flexibility in hosting several different
speaker configurations.
To achieve optimum performance, it is highly recommended that you read this
Owners Manual before beginning the installation.
Tools and materials you need
• PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
• ELECTRIC DRILL
• 1/8" CARBIDE DRILL BIT
• 4 PAN HEAD SCREWS 3/4" LONG
• USE 4 AWG POWER WIRE (min. 16 mm² )
• USE 4 AWG GROUND WIRE (min. 16 mm² )
• GROUND YOUR AMPLIFIER TO BARE METER CLOSE TO INSTALLATION LOCATION.
• USE 12 AWG SPEAKER WIRE OR HEAVIER FROM YOUR (min 1.5 mm² ) AMPLIFIER TO YOUR
SPEAKERS
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LOOK FOR BURS IN THE PATH OF YOUR WIRES AND FILE THEM FLAT TO AVOID PUNCTURE.
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USE 16 AWG WIRE FOR REMOTE TRIGGER (min. 0.5 mm² ).
• NOTE ALL WIRE GAUGES ARE BASED ON STRANDED WIRE
• WITH POLARITY INDICATORS ON TWO WIRE CONFIGURATIONS.
• ANY AMPLIFIER THAT IS SIX HUNDRED WATTS OR MORE, PLEASE CONSIDER USING CAPACITORS
WITHIN 50 cm OF YOUR AMPLIFIER. THIS WILL ALLOW FOR ADDITIONAL CURRENT NEEDS
DURING HIGH POWER OPERATION.
P. S. PLEASE USE GREAT CAUTION DRILLING YOUR TRUNK, YOUR GAS TANK AND BRAKE LINES
CAN BE DAMAGED BY PUNCTURING WITH YOUR DRILL. THIS COULD CAUSE DAMAGE OR
FAILURE OF YOUR CARS OPERATING SYSTEMS.
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WARNING!
High powered audio systems in a vehicle are capable of generating "Live Concert"
levels of sound pressure. Continued exposure to excessively high volume sound
levels may cause hearing loss or damage. Also, operation of a motor vehicle while
listening to audio equipment at high volume levels may impair your ability to hear
external sounds such as; horns, warning signals, or emergency vehicles, thus
constituting to a potential traffic hazard. In the interest of safety, Consumer Electronics
recommends listening at lower volume levels while driving.
Planning your system
Before beginning the installation, consider the following:
a. If you plan to expand your system by adding other components sometime in the
future, ensure adequate space is left, and cooling requirements are met.
b. Your amplifier has been designed to accept low-level (pre-amp outputs from
your radio) signal source.
If your radio / source is equipped with pre-amp outputs, it is possible to utilize
them to drive the amplifier and connecting (amplifier) to the 2 rear speakers.
c. Are your components matched? The peak power rating of your speakers must be
equal to the amplifiers. They also must be 2-8 ohms impedance
(This information as normally printed on the speaker magnet).
d. Consider both the length of your leads, and routing when determining the
mounting location. Pre-amp input jacks require high quality shielded male to male RCA patch cord.
Mounting your amplifier
The mounting position of your amplifier will have a great effect on its ability to
dissipate the heat generated during normal operation. It has an ample heat sink
for heat dissipation, and also designed with a thermal shut-down (for heat protection)
circuit. Making air to be directed over the cooling fins will improve heat dissipation
dramatically. DO NOT enclose the amplifier in a small box of cover it so that air
cannot flow around fins.
Temperatures in car trunks have been measured as high as 175 F (80° C) in the summer
time, since the thermal shut-down point for the Amplifier is 185 F (85° C) it is easy to
see that it must be mounted for maximum cooling capability. To achieve maximum
advantage of convection air flow in an enclosed trunk, mount the amplifier in a
vertical position, on a vertical surface.
Cooling requirements are considerably relaxed when mounting inside the passenger
compartment since the driver will not often allow temperatures to reach a critical
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