Orion Car Audio XTREME 600.4 manual

XTREME 600.4 O WNER ’ S M ANUAL H IGH P ERFORMANCE C AR A UDIO[...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 3 WARRANTY 6 SPECIFICA TIONS 8 TECHNICAL DESIGN FEA TURES 10 SYSTEM PLANNING 12 INST ALLA TION 18 POWER CONNECTIONS 19 SPEAKER CONNECTIONS 20 OUTPUT CONFIGURA TIONS 24 4-CHANNEL INPUT CONFIGURA TIONS 24 RCA INPUT / CH 1 & 2 XVR 25 INTERNAL CROSSOVER CONFIGURA TION 25 INTELLI Q 28 REMOTE GAIN 31 SIGNAL INPUT AND OU[...]

Thank you for your purchase of ORION’ s XTREME amplifier . Each ORION amplifier is designed to be the leader in its class offerin g the most power , advanced features and ease of use. The ORION XTREME amplifiers are designed as the best car audio amplifier money can buy . Listed below ar e the features of the new ORION XTREME amplifiers. • XTRE[...]

ABOUT THIS MANUAL This manual is divided into different sections for dif ferent needs. Whether you are the owner , salesperson or installer , we hav e devoted sections of this manual to answer your questions. If you just purchased this amplifier and have yet to decide on a system configuration, refer to the System Planning section of this manual fo[...]

(1) XTREME amplifier (1) 4 gauge power and ground connector (1) 12 gauge speaker and remote connector (4) #8 self-tapping black Phillips pan head screws (1) XTREME installation and operation manual WHA T’S IN THE BOX page 5[...]

WARRANTY ORION Industries Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms: Parts and Labor are warranted for a period of 3 years IF: a. The product is purchased from an Authorized ORION Dealer b. The product is installed by an Authorized ORION Dealer Parts and Labor are warranted for a period[...]

This warranty is in effect for the original purchaser only . ORION will pay for labor and material expense for covered items. ORION does not cover removal or installation charges, payment of shipping charges to ORION, payment of OUT -OF-WARRANTY shipping charges, or damage to other property caused by any defects in this product. For IN-WARRANTY ser[...]

Amplifier Section XTREME 600.4 Front Channels XTREME 600.4 Rear Channels Power output 4 Ω stereo (watts) 1 75 x 2 75 x 2 75 x 2, 300 x 1 75 x 2, 300 x 1 Power output 2 Ω stereo (watts) 2 150 x 2 150 x 4 Power output 4 Ω mono (watts) 1 300 x 1 300 x 2 Distortion all channels driven <0.1% THD <0.1% THD (from 20Hz to 20kHz) Frequency Respo[...]

1 All channels driven, continuous rated 4 Ω load, 20Hz to 20,000Hz, >0.1% THD, per input voltage at 12.0VDC. 2 All channels driven, continuous rated 2 Ω load, 20Hz to 20,000Hz, >0.1% THD, per input voltage at 12.0VDC. 3 XTREME amplifiers are designed to accept full 9 V olts RMS input when set to the minimum gain position. 4 All crossovers[...]

TECHNICAL DESIGN FEA TURES page 10 PRS Power Supply 12 Gauge Speaker and Remote A TC Fuse 4 Gauge Power & Ground Complementary Matched Bipolar Outputs Rear Crossover Front Gain RCA Input Power Supply Controller PRS Power supply MOSFET switches Rectifier Diodes XTREME 600.4 Remote Gain INTELLiQ Rear Gain Front HP Crossover Front LP Crossover 2 C[...]

TECHNICAL DESIGN FEA TURES page 11 1. Power LED - lights up when the amplifier is on 2. Low-pass crossover frequency control-adjusts the front channel low-pass crossover frequency 3. Low-pass crossover switch-activates the front channel low-pass crossover 4. INTELLiQ gain-adjusts the level of INTELLiQ from 0dB to 10dB of boost. 5. High-pass crossov[...]

SYSTEM PLANNING SYSTEM 1 The easiest way to maximize the performance for your ORION XTREME amplifier is to properly plan your sys- tem. By planning your system, you can avoid situation where the performance of the reliability of your system is compromised. Y our Authorized ORION dealer has been trained by ORION Industries on how to maximize your sy[...]

SYSTEM PLANNING SYSTEM 2 page 13 System 2 is a two-way front / rear boomer system. Amplifier 1 powers front and rear separates. Amplifier 2 powers four 4 ohm subwoofers. This sys- tem also has a RGC-1 for dashboard con- trol of the bass level. Amplifier 1 • Lowest recommended impedance is 2 ohms stereo • Front and rear channels configured for s[...]

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System 3 is a three-way tri-amplified system. Amplifier 1 is bi-amplified for the front separates. Amplifier 2 is configured for two-way operation. The front channels are configured for two 4-ohm subwoofers. The rear channels are configured for rear satellites. The RGC-1 controls the subwoofer level from the dashboard of the vehicle. Amplifier 1 ?[...]

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SYSTEM PLANNING SYSTEM 4 System 4 is a four -way quad-amplified system. Amplifier 1 is bi-amplified for the front separates. Amplifier 2 is configured for two-way operation. The front channels are configured for two 4-ohm midbass drivers. The rear channels are configured two 4 ohm subwoo fers. The RGC-1 controls the subwoofer level from the dashboa[...]

INST ALLA TION The installation of all ORION components will determine the overall performance result. Improper installation will not only limit the performance of your ORION system but also potentially compromise the reliability of this amplifier . T o ensure proper sonic results and component r eliability , please refer to your Authorized ORION d[...]

page 19 POWER CONNECTIONS • Minimum 8 gauge power and ground cable is recommended for acceptable performance • 4 gauge power and ground cable is recommended for optimal performance • Fuse power wire less than 18” from battery • Ground amplifier to a good chassis ground as close as possible to the amplifier • Add extra ground wire betwee[...]

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS 4-CHANNEL STEREO CONFIGURA TION • Front and rear channel lowest recommended impedance is 2 ohm stereo • Crossover , output and gain configurations are independently adjustable between the front and rear channels • 2-channel or 4-channel input can be used for this configuration. For source unit fading, use the 4-channel inp[...]

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS 3-CHANNEL STEREO/BRIDGED CONFIGURA TION • Front channels are configured for 2-channel stereo operation • Front channel lowest recommended impedance is 2 Ω stereo • Rear channels are configured for a single channel bridged output • Rear channel lowest recommended impedance is 4 Ω • Crossover , output and gain config[...]

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS TWO-CHANNEL BRIDGED CONFIGURA TION • Front and rear channels are configured for bridged 2- channel operation • Lowest recommended impedance for both front and rear channels is 4 Ω • Crossover and gain configurations are independently adjustable between the front and rear channels • 2-channel operation is recommended fo[...]

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS TRI-MODE 6-CHANNEL CONFIGURA TION • Lowest recommended impedance is 2 Ω stereo and 4 Ω bridged mono • Front and rear outputs must be set for full range operation • Front and rear outputs must be configured for stereo operation • Passive crossover frequencies must not overlap. WARNING! Failure to do so may result in d[...]

4-CHANNEL AMPLIFIER INPUT CONFIGURA TIONS The 2-channel input / 4-channel input switch routes RCA input from the front RCA inputs to the rear section of the amplifier . T his allows the XTREME 4-channel amplifier to utilize a single set of RCAs to feed signal to both the front and rear channels of the amplifier . When the switch is in engaged, sign[...]

RCA INPUT / CH 1 & 2 XVR page 25 REAR INTERNAL CROSSOVER CONFIGURA TION The XTREME 600.4 use multi-position switches to determine the rear crossover configuration. The multi-position switch is located on the adjust- ment side of the amplifier . Listed below ar e the switch positions and their r espective crossover configurations. When the switc[...]

page 26 When the switch is in the right position, the crossover is configured for low-pass operation. The rear channels of the XTREME 600.4 are continuously variable from 45Hz to 5kHz. REAR INTERNAL CROSSOVER CONFIGURA TION FRONT INTERNAL CROSSOVER CONFIGURA TION 600Hz LP ON LP OFF 5kHz 175Hz 45Hz 6dB HP x 10 HP x 1 10dB 3dB 0dB 120Hz HP ON HP OFF [...]

page 27 FRONT INTERNAL CROSSOVER CONFIGURA TION When the puch button switch is in the “off” position, the high-pass crossover is bypassed. When the push button switch is in the “on” position and the “x10” button is on the on position, the high-pass crossover is activated in the “high” range. The crosso ver frequency range is from 10[...]

1,200 Hz 10 kHz 100 Hz 350 Hz FINE TUNING INTERNAL CROSSOVER 85Hz 2,500Hz 3,500Hz When the puch button switch is in the “off” position, the high-pass crossover is bypassed. When the push button switch is in the “on” position and the “x10” button is on the on position, the high-pass crossover is activated in the “high” range. The cro[...]

INTELLI Q In the world of “me too features,” Orion has developed the INTELLi Q circuit that makes a real difference in your automotive listening experience. INTELLi Q ( INTELL igently i ntegrated Q adjustment) is actually an infinitely variable “Q” adjustment found on the high-pass crossover of new XTREME and HCCA “T ype R” power amplif[...]

INTELLI Q Setting up and using INTELLi Q 1. The first step to using the INTELLi Q is to install the amplifier . Seriously , basic installation techniques for new XTREME and HCCA “T ype R” amplifiers remain unchanged. Set the low-pass crossover as you would in “normal” installations. (Normal Orion of course.) 2. Determine which type of enclo[...]

REMOTE GAIN The remote gain port allows remote, user control over the output of the amplifier . When used on a subwoofer amplifier , the r emote gain allows you to change the bass level for dif ferent music styles, driving conditions, or sonic preferences. Unlike other designs, Orion allows remote access to the level of the amplifier via a digital [...]

CHOOSING MOUNTING LOCA TIONS The location of your XTREME amplifier will depend on several important issues. Due to the low profile size of the XTREME amplifiers, there are many possible installation locations that will yield satisfactory amplifier performance. Always mount the amplifier in a place that protects the amplifier from the elements. In a[...]

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND INST ALLA TION TIPS Caution: Be careful not to cut or drill into gas tanks, fuel lines, brake lines, hydraulic lines, vacuum lines, or electrical wiring when working on your vehicle. Disconnect the vehicle’ s ground wire at the battery before making or breaking connections to the audio system’ s power supply te r minals.[...]

STEP BY STEP INST ALLA TION Step 1 Determine the location for the amplifier . Refer to the Mounting Locations section in this manual for detailed informatio n. Step 2 Decide on the system configuration for your amplifier . For system suggestions, refer to the System Planning section of t his manual. Step 3 Run all the wires from the amplifier locat[...]

After you have completed the installation, you need to test the system. This will help ensure years of trouble-free operation. Please refer to the listed steps below when testing the sound of your ORION XTREME system. Step 1 Check all the wiring connections to be sure they are correct and secure. Step 2 T urn the signal source volume control down a[...]

ADJUSTING THE SOUND OF THE SYSTEM page 36 Once you have checked the system’ s operation, adjust the sound of the system. Adjusting the sound of the system is accomplish ed by setting the level controls and adjusting the internal crossovers. Step 1 T urn the signal source volume control down all the way . Set any tone controls to their flat or def[...]

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SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE ACTION TO T AKE No output Low or no remote turn-on input Check remote turn-on voltage output at amplifier and fix as needed. Fuse blown Check power wire integrity and check for speaker shorts. Fix as needed and replace fuse. Power wires not connected Check power wire and ground connections and fix or replace as needed. Audio [...]

Distorted output Internal crossover not set properly Readjust crossovers. Refer to the Internal Crossover section of this for speakers manual for detailed instructions. Speakers are blown Check system with know working speakers and fix or replace as needed. Poor bass response Speakers wired with wrong polarity Check speaker polarity and fix as need[...]

AUTOSOUND 2000 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS QUICK CHECK FOR TROUBLESHOOTING CAR AUDIO SYSTEMS Preface: All audio systems exhibit noise; however , if the level of noise is low enough, and the signal level high enough, noise should not be a problem. This means that it is very important that the signal level throughout the system be optimized BEFORE dealing w[...]

page 41 II . DECK TO AMP . Using a new set of signal cables, connect one channel fr om the output of the deck directly into one channel of your clean amp. Run the cables outside the car and as far away as possible from the metal of the car . (For noise purposes, consider a 2" thick cushion of electromagnetic energy emanating from every metal s[...]

page 42 probable that the component has inadequate isolation. Solutions include, changing components or permanently adding an external isolated power supply (Call Autosound 2000 at 209-465-3450 for info on isolated power supplies). SUMMA TION During the design stage of your vehicles, try to avoid using extra batteries and high output alternators. E[...]

The more components installed on a signal path, the more chances for noise to enter a system. The more electrical accessories on a car , the more noise will be produced by the alternator . This information was compiled from more than 20 years of working in car audio. If you would like more information on this topic, or any other technical aspect of[...]

H IGH P ERFORMANCE C AR A UDIO A MPLIFIERS , S IGNAL P ROCESSORS AND L OUDSPEAKERS ©1998 Orion Industries, Incorporated 9235 S. McKemy St., T empe, Arizona 85284 Phone: 602.705.5600 Fax: 480.705.5788 One of the ADST family of companies Part#8900-0114 4/99 H IGH P ERFORMANCE C AR A UDIO[...]