- DIrected Audio XTR Amplifier Owner's Manual

NOTE: Make sure all the equipment in the system is turned off when

making or breaking connections to the input RCA’s or speaker termi-

nals. Turn on the system and slowly turn up the volume control only

after double checking all wire connections.

Power for systems with a single amplifier can be supplied by most auto-

motive electrical systems. Systems with multiple amplifiers may require

a higher capacity battery, alternator or the use of a storage capacitor.

We strongly recommend the use of a Directed Audio Essentials power

capacitor with an extra battery in larger stereo systems.

Orion amplifiers generate a certain amount of heat as part of normal

operation. Be sure the area around the amplifier is unobstructed to

allow adequate air circulation. Remember, beach blankets, last week’s

laundry, school books and homework papers located on top of the

amplifier do not improve air flow and may become damaged.

You must first remove the end caps to mount the amplifier (mount-

ing holes are within). (1) Remove the screws first, (2) lift the end

cap straight up to detach from unit and then (3) pull away from the

amplifier. Once mounted replace end caps by following this process

in reverse.

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Tools of the Trade

Listed below are the majority of the tools required to perform an

installation. Having the proper tools will make the installation that

much easier. Some of these tools are necessities; some will just make

the job easier.

Allen Wrenches (2mm and 3mm)•

DMM or VOM•

Electric drill with assorted drill bits•

Grommets•

Heat shrink tubing•

Marking pen•

Nylon tie straps•

Phillips and flat blade screw drivers•

Pliers (standard and needle nose)•

Reference CD with 1 kHz Sine Wave at 0dB level (all bits high)•

RTA (real time analyzer)•

Soldering iron and solder•

Utility knife•

Wire brush or sandpaper for chassis grounding•

Wire crimper•

Wire cutters•

Wire strippers•