Installation manual

clarion 4 Channel Power System Amplifier
FINAL SYSTEM CHECKS
1. Start the engme and turn on the source umt. After a two-second delay,
slowly mcrease the Volume Control and listen to the audio. If you hear any
nOIse, static, distortiOn or no sound at all, check the connectiOns, and also refer
to Troubleshootmg. Depending on your system desIgn, the levels may become
qmte loud even at low Volume Control settmgs. Until you get an "audio feel"
of the system's power, use care when adjustmg controls.
2. Tum the Balance Controls to theIr extreme posItions and listen to the results.
Audio output should match control settmgs (audio from the left speaker when
balance IS left).
3. Increase the volume and venfy that the amplifier reproduces audio (at full
frequencIes) WIthout distortiOn. If you hear distortiOn, check the connectiOns
and venfy that the Gam Control IS set correctly. Another possibility IS
damaged speakers or under-powered speakers. Once agam refer to
Troubleshootmg for additiOnal help.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
NoAudio.
Solutipn
Low or no remote rum-on voltage. Check remote connections at amplifier and
source unit.
Speakers not connected or are blown. Check speaker connections at amplifier,
measure coil impedance.
Blown amplifier fuse. Replace with new fast-blow fuse (same rating).
Power wires not connected. Check battery and ground wiring at amplifier;
also check battery connections.
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Speaker leads shorted. Check speaker continuity to ground, it should not show i
a common ground.
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Audio cycles on and off.
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Thermal protection circuits are shutting amplifier off. Check location for
adequate ventilation; consult an authorized Clarion Audio Dealer
Distorted audio.
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Gain is not set properly, or damaged speaker cones. Review Setting Gain;
nspect each speaker cone for signs of damage (Le. frozen cone, burning smell, ;
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