Operation Manual
Installation
Before you begin the installation
of
your Power series amp remember, there
are two ways to do things - right and twice! Use the proper installation
techniques, tools and accessories to ensure that your Jensen Power series
amp will put out all the power it was designed to.
If
necessary, seek a
professional installer to have the amplifier installed correctly. Most mobile amp
installations do not have the proper gauge wire for power and ground - do not
let your amp be a victim
of
this common installation oversight!
NOTE: This device
is
a
high-power
audio
amplifier
intended
for
installation in vehicles with a 12-Volt negative
ground
electrical system.
Attempting
to
connect
or
operate the
amplifier
with
another
type
of
electrical system
may
cause damage
to
the
amplifier
or
the electrical
system.
Installation
Assistance
For installation assistance, call1-800-323-4815 during normal business hours,
or
visit www.jensen.com at any time.
Supplies
and
Tools Needed
To
install the amplifier, you will need tools, supplies and adapters. It is best to
make sure you have everything you need before you start.
Supplies
o Black electrical tape
o Amplifier Installation Kit
Tools
o Cordless drill with assortment
of
bits
o Flat-head and Philips screwdrivers
o Wire cutters/strippers
o Crimping tool
o 12-volt test light
or
digital multimeter
o Wire brush, sandpaper
or
scraping tool (ground connection to vehicle should
be a clean, unpainted metal surface)
3
POWER
Amplifiers
Disconnect
Battery
Disconnect the negative(-) battery cable before starting the installation. Check
the battery ground (there should be two (2) ground wires coming from the
battery - one going to the starter mounting bolt
or
engine block and another
going to the vehicle chassis) and make sure the battery is grounded to the
chassis with at least a
#4 gauge wire. Also check the alternator connections,
making sure they are tight and free from corrosion, rust
or
dirt.
Location
and
Mounting
The amplifier's compact design allows great flexibility in mounting. Common
mounting locations include under the front passenger seat
or
in the trunk area.
When selecting a location, remember that amplifiers generate heat. Select a
location on a flat surface away from heat and moisture where air can circulate
around the amplifier.
Place the amplifier in the mounting location and mark the positions
of
the holes
with a marker, pen
or
pencil. Carefully drill the mounting holes in the marked
positions, then use the supplied mounting screws to securely fasten the
amplifier to the mounting surface.
WARNING: Do
not
cover
the
amplifier
with
carpets
or
enclose
it
behind
interior
trim panels,
and
do
not
mount
the
amplifier
in an inverted
or
upside down configuration. Be
sure
the
mounting
location
and
the
drilling
of
pilot
holes
will
not
damage
any
wires,
control
cables, fuel
lines, fuel tanks,
hydraulic
lines
or
other
vehicle
systems
or
components.
Routing
Wires
Proper wiring connections are illustrated on the following pages.
If
wiring
connections are made incorrectly, the unit will not operate properly and could
become permanently damaged. Follow the installation instructions carefully,
or
have the amplifier installed by an experienced technician.