User Manual

Elite Series Waterproof Amplifiers
Troubleshooting
Precautions
Do not operate the amplifier when it is un-mounted. Attach all audio system components securely
within the vehicle to prevent damage, especially in an accident.
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.
Before making or breaking power connections in your system, disconnect the vehicle battery.
Confirm that your head unit or other equipment is turned off while connecting the input jacks and
speaker terminals.
If you need to replace the power fuse, do so with a fuse identical to that supplied with the amplifier.
Using a fuse of a different type or rating may result in damage that isn't covered in the
manufacturer's warranty.
No output.
Confirm that all terminal strip connections are secure and tight.
Check both In-line and built-in fuses. Both the + 12V am the Remote terminals must have + 12V
referenced to chassis ground. Confirm that the audio signal source (car radio, equalizer, etc.) is
connected and is supplying output signal. To check if the amp is supplying signal, unplug the
cables from the signal source (but leave them plugged into the amp). Briefly tap the center pin of
each of the disconnected RCA plugs with your finger. This should produce a noise (feedback) in
your speakers.
Only one channel works.
Confirm that all terminal strip connections are secure and tight.
Check the Balance control on the head unit (or other source) to verify that it is set to its midpoint
If you are using the Low Level RCA input, reverse the input plugs at the amplifier
(ie., switch the L with the R). If the channels which is silent switches to the other side, the
problem is either in the signal source (head unit) or the other connecting cables.
Weak output.
Readjust the Input Level Control(s) to better suit the Input signal.
Noise in the audio.
If the noise is a "whine" whose pitch follows the engine speed, confirm that the amplifier and any
other signal sources (head unit, etc.) are properly grounded. If the noise is a ''clicking'' or
''popping'' noise whose rate follows the engine speed, this usually means that the vehicle is
equipped with resistor spark plugs and wires, or that the ignition is in need of service. Check the
routing of the speaker and input wires to make sure they are not adjacent to wires which
interconnect lights and other accessories. If the above steps fall to Improve or clear noise