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Clarion APX480M manual

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    OPERATI N/ INSTAl~ N MANUAL[...]

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    Clarion APX480M Power System Amplifier INTRODUCTION The Clarion APX480M is a full-featured four-channel amplifier incorporating the following features: • Specially coated circuit boards, that resist mold, mildew and moisture damage. • Pulse-Width Modulated (PWM) MOSFET power supply for maximum performance with minimal distortion. • Remote tur[...]

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    Owner's Manual DESCRIPTION The APX480M uses an unregulated MOSFET power supply for superior sound and output wattage. In addition, a toroid-coil is used to transfer power with minimal performance loss due to heat. To avoid unwanted noise, a double-sided conformal printed circuit board with strategically placed components keeps AM RFI subdued. [...]

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    2 Clarion APX480M Power System Amplifier The RCA connections are gold plated for optimum performance and low sig- nal loss. The RCA connectors are labeled CH 1 (front left), CH 2 (front right), CH 3 (rear left), and CH 4 (rear right). In applications where RCA signals are not present, the speaker level output from the head unit can be used. (Use on[...]

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    clarion Operation/Installation Manual • CH 3/4 Frequency Range Multiplier - When engaged, this switch increases the crossover frequency of CH 3/4 by a factor of 10. Example: If the frequency hertz dial is set to 240Hz, pushing in the Frequency Range Multiplier changes the setting to 2400Hz. CONNEcnONS FOR POWER AND SPEAKERS The rear panel of the [...]

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    4 clarion APX480M Power System Amplifier INSTALLATION This section suggests Mounting and Wiring Precautions for installing the Clarion APX480M amplifier. If you do not posses the necessary tools and installation experience, do not attempt to install this amplifier. Instead, con- tact your local Clarion dealer to perform the installation. MOUNTING P[...]

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    clarion Operation/Installation Manual 6. When replacing the amplifier's fuse, always use one having the same amperage rating. Substituting a higher rated fuse or a slow-blow type can result in serious damage to the amplifier. 7. When creating passage holes for power cables, RCA's cords, and speaker wires, use grommets to eliminate any sha[...]

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    · clarion APX480M Power System Amplifier 4-Channel Stereo System 2-Channel High-Pass, 2-Channel Low-Pass BASS r- GAIN -, EXTENDER CH1/2 CH3/4 CH1/2 61~6~~ OV~O~dl~ SOURCE SELECT CHl12 CHl 2CH STEREO MONO MONO lCL=J [[:j tLJ i;~s 4CH M~':JO STEREO ~~~6 CH1/2 FREQ CH1/2 FILTER CH3/4FREQ - RANGE - CH3/4 FILTER S~'10 LPHPOFFsSoll0 LPHPOFF H [...]

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    clarion Operation/Installation Manual 2-Channel Stereo System with Low-Pass Bridged Mono Channel CH1/2-MODE-CH3/4 BASS I GAIN -, EXTENDER CH1/2 CH3/4 CH1/2 SOURCE SELECT ~ 2CH 4CH BASS CHll2 STEREO MONO If cii2ci MONO CHl MONO ~ STEREO CH3I4 MONO L Satellite CH1/2 FREQ CH1/2 FILTER CH3/4FREQ - RANGE - CH3/4 FILTER H 5 :0. 240 ib H,P °ll F ::"[...]

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    clarion APX480M Power System Amplifier 2-Channel High Power System (Satellite or Subwoofer) CH1/2 -MODE-CH3/4 CH1/2 CH1 MONO MONO BASS I GAIN -, EXTENDER CH1/2 CH3/4 CH1/2 SOURCE SELECT cjj] 2CH 4CH BASS ad cii2 MONO otJJ STEREO CH3/4 MONO CH1/2 FREQ CH1/2 FILTER :z500240 r ~ or 550 0330 CH3/4FREQ - RANGE- CH3/4 FILTER : z5 "0 0 240 O_X1 ~F ~ [...]

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    clarion Operation/Installation Ma~ual Mixed-Mode System On Rear; Full-Range Speakers On Front BASS ,GAIN-, EXTENDER CH1/2 CH3/4 CH1/2 ~~~~gf CH1/2 -MODE-CH3/4 CH112 CH1 2CH STEREO MONO MONO lO 0 0 2CH 4CH CH2 STEREO CH3I4 BASS MONO MONO CH1/2 FREQ CH1/2 FILTER CH3/4FREQ - RANGE- CH3/4 FILTER H5z5~0240 t:jiF H:5oQ0240 D-X1 It~rr 550 0 0330 5500~0 _X[...]

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    Clarion APX480M Power System Amplifier SETTING THE GAIN After completing the installation, follow these steps to set the Gain Control and then perform the Final System Checks. 1. Turn the Gain Control all the way counter-clockwise. 2. Turn the vehicle's Ignition Switch to the ON position. Then turn the ON/OFF Switch on the source units to the [...]

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    clarion Operation/Installation Manual FINAL SYSTEM CHECK 1. Start the engine and turn on the source unit. After a two-second delay, slowly increase 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 Troubleshooting. Depending on your system design, the l[...]

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    Clarion APX480M Power System Amplifier Problem Amplifier fuse keeps blowing. Solution Incorrect wiring or short circuit. Review Installation and check all wiring connections. Problem Whining or ticking noise in the audio with engine on. Solution Amplifier is picking up alternator noise or radiated noise. Turn down input gain; move audio cables away[...]

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    clarion Operation/Installation Manual CLARION LIMITED WARRANTY For USA and Canada only If purchased from an authorized Clarion dealer, this product is warranted against all defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. Clarion ProAudio prod- ucts, except for speakers, are covered by a two (2) [...]

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    clarion® 281-0624-00 2003/8 CLARION LIMITED WARRANTY For USA and Canada only If purchased from an authorized Clarion dealer, this product is warranted against all defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. Clarion ProAudio products, except for speakers, are covered by a two (2) year limite[...]