AX260 AX440 AX460 AX490 AX3000M AX4000M AX5000M POWER SERIES INSTALLATION / OWNER'S MANUAL Mobile Power Amplifiers
INSTALLATION Preparation Please read entire manual before installation. Due to the technical nature of amplifiers, it is highly recommended that your Axxera amplifier is installed by a professional installer or an authorized dealer. Before You Start • Disconnect negative batter y terminal.
INSTALLATION Connection Descriptions NOTE: Be sure to follow specific instructions included with your amplifier installation kit (not included with this amplifier). The information below should be used as a general guideline only. Power Wire (+12V) • Disconnect negative battery terminal before proceeding. Consult a qualified technician for instructions if you are unsure. • Plan wire routing before cutting any wires to length.
INSTALLATION Audio Inputs and Controls 1 2 1 4 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 4 5 6 7 8 1 High Level Inputs 5 Hi-Pass Filter 2 RCA Line Inputs 6 Crossover Mode 3 Pass Through 7 Low-Pass Filter 4 Gain 8 Bass Boost
INSTALLATION Power and Speaker Connections 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 3 4 5 1 2 1 Speaker Connections 4 Remote Turn On 2 Fuse(s) 5 Ground Connection 3 +12VDC Battery Connection 5
INSTALLATION Audio Inputs and Controls 1 6 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 RCA Line Inputs 6 Bass Boost 2 Pass Through 7 Low Pass Filter 3 Gain 8 Slave/Master Controls 4 Phase Control 9 Data Link 5 Subsonic Filter 10 Remote
INSTALLATION Power and Speaker Connections 1 2 1 1 2 2 3 4 5 3 4 5 3 4 5 1 Speaker Connections 4 Remote Turn On 2 Fuse(s) 5 Ground Connection 3 +12VDC Battery Connection 7
INSTALLATION Typical Wire Routing MAXIMUM GROUND FUSE No more than 36" (1 meter) 12V BATTERY 12V DC (Power) RCA CABLES SPEAKERS 2-8 ohms REM (Remote Turn On) Main Power Connections Connect+12V, GND and REM wires accordingly. A suitable fuse MUST be installed on the +12V lead within 18" of the battery for protection of the vehicle’s electrical system. 8 Fuse Rating Power/Ground Wire Size When replacing fuses, make sure new fuse is the correct type and amperage.
INSTALLATION Amplifier Connections Speaker Connections Connect speaker wires observing polarity. The minimum impedance load for the AX260, AX440, AX460 and AX490 is 2 ohms stereo and 4 ohms bridged. Use of loads lower than these is not recommended and may cause amplifier damage. The AX260, AX440, AX460 and AX490 can be wired for stereo, bridged or stereo/bridged simultaneous operation.
INSTALLATION Connecting Two Amplifiers - Bridge Mode Master/Slave Mode The Dual mono amplifiers feature a Master/Slave mode, where two amplifiers can be connected together. When two mono amplifiers are connected together, the power from both amplifiers is combined.
INSTALLATION Connecting Two Amplifiers - Bridge Mode Master/Slave Mode (cont.) *MASTER For master amplifier, set the switch to master. This will route the signal through Line-out to the slave amplifier. Set the phase to 0, all adjustments for gain and sound are done on this amplifier. The remote subwoofer control should be connected to master amplifier as well. *SLAVE For slave amplifier, set the switch to slave and phase to 180. Connect the Line-out of master amplifier to input on this amplifier.
INSTALLATION Configuration/Setup Input level Control Crossover Mode The input level control (gain) is used to obtain the best possible match between the head unit audio output and the amplifier input. Begin by turning the input level control fully counterclockwise. Next, turn up the head unit volume control around 3/4 of the way up. Adjust the input level control clockwise until audible distortion is heard, then slightly counterclockwise to provide the best match. Repeat for all input level controls.
INSTALLATION Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action +12V wire not connected or incorrect Unit will not turn voltage.
INSTALLATION Specifications AX260 Power output@14.4V <1% THD+N •56 Watts x 2 channels RMS @ 4 Ohms •90 Watts x 2 channels RMS @ 2 Ohms •190 Watts x 1 channel RMS @ 4 Ohms (bridged) Peak Music Power Output: 380 Watts Signal to noise ratio: 90dB (THD< 0.05% @ 4Ω, 14.4V) Frequency response: 10Hz– 35kHz (-3dB) Amplifier dimensions: 2” x 9.3” x 7.9” (51 x 236 x 201 mm) AX440 Power output@14.
INSTALLATION Specifications AX3000M Power output@14.4V <1% THD+N •750 Watts x 1 channel RMS @ 2 Ohms •1000 Watts x 1 channel RMS @ 1 Ohm Peak Music Power Output: 3000 Watts Signal to noise ratio: > 80dB (THD < 0.5% @ 4Ω, 14.4V) Frequency response: 20Hz -150Hz (-3dB) Amplifier dimensions: 2” x 9.3” x11.8” (51 x 236 x 300 mm) AX4000M Power output@14.
One Year Limited Warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Dual Electronics Corp. warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase. Dual Electronics Corp.
