CONTENTS Congratulations! 2 Specifications 2 \ Features 3 A N U A L pbwt Cimq 4 -on Amplifiers and 2 Ohm Operation 4 Electrical Wiring 5 Power Fuses Mounting the Amplifier 5 5 - High Input Wiring 1 Remote Subwoofer Level Control Using Low Level (RCA) Inputs Using Line Outputs Tvo Channel Speaker Wiring Bridged Speaker Wiring With Two Channel Amplifier Tri-Mode Speaker Wiring With Two Channel Amplifier 6 7 / 8 8 9 10 Four Channel Amplifier Speaker Wiring Bridged Speaker Wiring With Four Chann
Congratulations on your purchase of a BOSS@Audio Systems RIPPER car audio amplifier. RIPPER amplifiers are designed in the USA to the highest level of quality, and will afford you years of listening enjoyment. 2 All RIPPER amplifiers utilize fully-regulated MOSFET power supplies, which assure that switching response is extremely fast and output power is clean.
7buo Channel Amplifiers: RIP496, RIP596, and RIP696 Four Channel Amplifiers: RIP796 and RIP896 - Heavy Duty Aluminum Alloy Heatsink Heavy Duty Aluminum Alloy Heatsink Class A-B Operation Class A-B Operation Variable Low and High Pass Crossovers Variable Low and High Pass Crossovers Variable Bass Boost Control (0 - +18dB) Variable Bass Boost Control (0 - +18dB) Gold-Plated RCA Low Level and High Level Inputs Cold Plated RCA Low Level and High Level Inputs Line Output Jacks Line Output Jacks Variable Phase
- Built in Crossover Protection Circuitry All RIPPER amplifiers feature built-in electronic crossovers. The amplifier protection circuitry will disable the amplifier if input overload, short circuit or extremely high temperature conditions are detected. When the protection mode is in operation, the LED indicator will be illuminated, indicating the amplifier has gone into a self-preservation mode.
Electrical Wiring All BOSS power amplifiers are equipped with "easy-access" screw terminals. These terminals are nickelplated to ensure excellent electrical contact and resist corrosion. When making electrical connections t o the amplifier, please observe the following: Use at least 8 gauge or heavier wire for power and ground connections. Connect the amplifier directly to the car battery. For the ground connection, use the shortest possible wire to a good chassis ground point.
High Level Inputs IRemote Subwoofer Level Control If the HIGH LEVEL INPUTS are used, do not use the LOW LEVEL RCA INPUTS at the same time. The RIPPER 2-Channel amplifiers use ONE HIGH LEVEL INPUT for both channels and the RIPPER 4-Channel amplifiers use TWO of these connectors one for each pair of channels. PLEASE NOTE: WORKS WlTH LOW PASS MODE ONLY.
Low Level Input /Line Out The RCA jacks marked "INPUTS" should be connected the low-level output of your source unit. The RCA jacks marked "LINE OUT" will pass the signal that is present on the amplifier inputs, facilitating the connection of additional amplifiers along. TWO Channel Amplifiers: RIP496, RIP596, and RIP696 I .
Two Channel Speaker Wiring Tbuo Channel Amplifiers: RIP496, RIP596, and RIP696 "I GROUND to REMOTETurn-on from HEAD UNIT LEFT + SPEAKER II RIGHT SPEAKER Bridged Speaker Wiring Connect the NEGATIVE SPEAKER TERMINAL to thc RIGHT CHANNEL NEGATIVE AMPLIFIER TERMINAL Tho Channel Amplifiers: RIP496, RIP596, and RIP696 Connect the POSITIVE SPEAKER TERMINAL to the LEFT CHANNEL POSITIVE AMPLIFIER TERMINAL. GROUND^ to REMOTETurn-on from HEAD UNIT to BATTERY@ - ----.
Four Channel Speaker Wiring Four Channel Amplifiers: RIP796 and RIP896 1 Bridged Speaker Wiring Four Channel Amplifiers: RIP796 and RIP896 to REMOTETurn-on from HEAD UNIT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 4-8 OHMS1
Dual mi-Mode Speaker Wiring Four Channel Amplifiers: RIP796 and RIP896 Tri-Mode Operation is a unique feature which allows a subwoofer to be operated in MONO mode, while the main speakers are playing in STEREO simultaneously on one pair of amplifier output channels. To engage the amplifier in this mode, place the Crossover (Subwoofer) switch in the "FUII' positjon.
Precautions Before you drill or cut any holes, investigate your car's layout very carefully. Take care when you work near the gas tank, fuel lines, hydraulic lines and electrical wiring. Do not operate the amplifier when it is unmounted. Attach all audio system components securely within the automobile to prevent damage. Do not mount this amplifier so that the wire connections are unprotected or in a pinched condition, or likely to be damaged by nearby objects.
Troubleshooting Before removing your amplifier, refer to the list below and follow the suggested procedures. Always test the speakers and their wires first. No Output Confirm that all terminal strip connections are secure and tight. Check both in-line and built-in fuses. Both the "+I 2v" and the "~EM0TE"terminalsmust have +12v referenced to chassis ground. Confirm that the audio signal source (car radio, equalizer, etc.) is connected and is supplying output signal.
