Dual XPE1700 User Manual

XPE1700  
XPE2700  
XPE4700  
XPEꢀSERIES  
INSTALLATION/OWNERSꢀMANUAL  
MobileꢀPowerꢀAmplifiers  
XPEꢀSERIESꢀINSTALLATION  
ConnectionꢀDescriptions  
NOTE  
Beꢀsureꢀtoꢀfollowꢀspecificꢀinstructionsꢀincludedꢀwithꢀyourꢀamplifierꢀinstallationꢀkit  
(notꢀincludedꢀwithꢀthisꢀamplifier).ꢀTheꢀinformationꢀbelowꢀshouldꢀbeꢀusedꢀaꢀgeneralꢀ  
guidelineꢀonly.  
PowerꢀWireꢀ(+12V)  
• Disconnect negative battery terminal before proceeding. Consult a qualified  
technician for instructions if you are unsure.  
• Plan wire routing before cutting any wires to length. Begin by routing the power  
+12V wire from the battery to the amplifier location. Use a grommet when running  
wires through the firewall or metal openings. Avoid running the power wire near  
existing vehicle wiring to prevent induced noise from entering the audio system.  
• Use extreme caution when drilling holes to avoid damaging fuel lines or existing  
vehicle wiring.  
• The +12V wire MUST be fused within 18" of the battery for protection of the vehicle’s  
electrical system.  
GroundꢀWireꢀ(GND)  
• The amplifier ground wire should be as short as possible. Choose a clean unpainted  
section of metal or the vehicle chassis when attaching the ground connection. Be  
sure to clean the area of any dirt or grease.  
RemoteꢀTurn-onꢀWireꢀ(REM)  
• The remote turn-on wire connects to the head unit's amplifier turn-on lead or  
power antenna output.  
SpeakerꢀWires  
• Choose adequate gauge speaker wire depending on your exact amplifier/speaker  
combination. Be sure to observe polarity when connecting.  
• Do not ground any speaker wires or connect any speaker wires together.  
InputꢀSignalꢀ  
• The amplifier's input signal connects to the head unit's low level (RCA) or high level  
(speaker wire) outputs.  
• Low level input signal deliver the best performance. If unavailable, use the high  
level inputs - when interfacing with factory head unit for instance.  
CAUTION  
• Do not use both low and high level inputs at the same time - connect only one or  
the other.  
• Never run any wires underneath or outside the vehicle.  
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XPEꢀSERIESꢀINSTALLATION  
AudioꢀInputsꢀandꢀControls  
X-OVER  
RIGHT  
SUB  
SONIC  
BASS  
BOOST  
PHASE  
0FF  
ON  
LP  
OFF  
0FF 6dB 12dB  
0
180  
LINE  
INPUTS  
MIN  
MAX  
50Hz  
500Hz  
XPE1700  
GAIN  
FREQUENCY  
LEFT  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
SPEAKER  
INPUTS  
X-OVER  
RIGHT  
BASS  
BOOST  
GAIN  
FREQUENCY  
LP OFF HP  
0FF 6dB 12dB  
LINE  
INPUTS  
MIN  
MAX  
50Hz  
500Hz  
XPE2700  
LEFT  
1
8
2
5
4
6
FRONT  
INPUT  
MODE  
RIGHT  
LEFT  
GAIN  
X-OVER  
FREQUENCY  
BASS  
BOOST  
FRONT  
REAR  
4CH 2CH  
LP OFF HP  
0FF 6dB 12dB  
LINE  
INPUTS  
MIN  
MAX  
50Hz  
500Hz  
SPEAKER  
INPUTS  
LP OFF HP  
0FF 6dB 12dB  
MIN  
MAX  
50Hz  
500Hz  
RIGHT  
LEFT  
XPE4700  
REAR  
1
9
8
2
5
4
6
RCA Line Inputs  
Gain  
Bass Boost  
Phase  
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
Sub-Sonic  
Speaker Inputs  
Input Mode  
Crossover Frequency Control  
Crossover Mode  
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XPEꢀSERIESꢀINSTALLATION  
PowerꢀandꢀSpeakerꢀConnections  
POWER  
SPEAKER  
FUSES  
30A 30A  
+
-
GND  
REM  
BAT  
+
XPE1700  
1
2
3
4
5
SPEAKERS  
BRIDGE  
POWER  
REM  
FUSE  
25A  
+
GND  
BAT  
LEFT  
-
RIGHT  
-
+
+
XPE2700  
1
2
3
4
5
SPEAKERS  
BRIDGE  
POWER  
REM  
FUSES  
-
LEFT  
-
RIGHT  
+
+
+
GND  
BAT  
25A  
25A  
FRONT  
REAR  
XPE4700  
2
3
5
1
4
Fuse(s)  
Speaker Connection(s)  
Ground Connection  
Remote Connection  
+12VDC Battery Connection  
1
2
3
4
5
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XPEꢀSERIESꢀINSTALLATION  
TypicalꢀWireꢀRouting  
REM  
(TURN-ON LEAD)  
MainꢀPowerꢀConnections  
Connect +12V, GND and REM wires accordingly. A suitable fuse MUST be installed on the  
+12V lead within 18" of the battery for protection of the vehicle’s electrical system.  
FuseꢀRating  
When replacing fuses, make sure new fuse  
is the correct type and amperage. Using an  
incorrect fuse could damage the amplifier.  
Power/GroundꢀWireꢀSize  
For optimum performance, use only the wire  
size listed below or larger. Make sure to use  
the same size power and ground wire.  
XPE1700 30 amp ATO x 2  
XPE2700 30 amp ATO x 1  
XPE4700 25 amp ATO x 2  
XPE1700 4 awg  
XPE2700 10 awg  
XPE4700 8 awg  
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XPEꢀSERIESꢀINSTALLATION  
AmplifierꢀConnections  
2ꢀSpeakersꢀ(stereo)  
Subwooferꢀ(mono)  
SpeakerꢀConnections  
Connect speaker wires observing  
polarity. The minimum impedance  
load for the XPE2700 and XPE4700  
is 2 ohms stereo and 4 ohms  
bridged. Use of loads lower than  
these is not recommended and  
may cause amplifier damage.  
The XPE2700 and XPE4700 can  
be wired for stereo, bridged or  
stereo/bridged simultaneous  
operation.  
TypicalꢀBridgedꢀWiring  
TypicalꢀStereoꢀWiring  
(4ꢀohmsꢀminimum)  
(2ꢀohmsꢀminimum)  
XPE2700 speaker connections shown  
InputꢀSignalꢀConnections  
LowꢀLevelꢀInputꢀ(RCA)  
Low level (RCA) input signal is preferred for best performance. Typical trunk-mount  
amplifier installations require a 17-20 foot RCA cable. Most trucks and under-seat  
applications require a 6-9 foot RCA cable. Using twisted pair construction RCA cables will  
minimize noise.  
HighꢀLevelꢀInputꢀ(SpeakerꢀWire)  
High level inputs should only  
be used when RCA outputs are  
not available from the head unit.  
Connect the head unit speaker  
outputs to the high level input  
connector as shown below. The  
black wire (signal reference ground)  
may or may not require a connection  
to chassis ground - depending on  
your particular installation.  
CAUTION  
Do not use both low and high level inputs at the same time - connect only one or the other.  
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XPEꢀSERIESꢀOPERATION  
Configuration/Setup  
InputꢀlevelꢀControl  
The input level control (gain) is used to obtain the best  
possible match between the head unit audio output and  
the amplifier input. Begin by turning the input level control  
fully counterclockwise. Next, turn up the head unit volume  
control around 3/4 of the way up. Adjust the input level  
control clockwise until audible distortion is heard, then  
slightly counterclockwise to provide the best match.  
Repeat for all input level controls.  
InputꢀModeꢀSwitch  
(XPE4700)  
Select 2ꢀCH mode if the head unit only has 1 pair of RCA  
outputs. Plug the RCA’s from the head unit into channels  
1/2 or 3/4. All 4 amplifier inputs will receive a signal.  
NOTE: There is no fader function when using 2ꢀCH mode.  
Select 4ꢀCH mode if the head unit has 2 pairs of RCA  
outputs. Plug the RCA’s from the head unit into channels  
1/2 and 3/4.  
CrossoverꢀMode  
The crossover is used to filter out frequencies above or  
below a certain point. Choose LPF when using the amplifier  
with subwoofers, HPF when using with midrange/tweeter  
combinations and FULL when using with coaxial-type  
speakers.  
NOTE Choose FULL when using the amplifier in stereo/  
bridged simultaneous mode. In this mode, passive  
crossovers are required. Failure to use the correct passive  
components may damage the amplifier and/or speakers.  
Consult a qualified professional for recommendations.  
CrossoverꢀFrequencyꢀ  
Control  
This control allows precise adjustment of the crossover  
frequency.  
BassꢀBoost  
This control provides additional boost @ 45Hz when used  
with subwoofers. Adjust this control with caution - as  
improper use can damage speakers!  
LEDꢀIndicator The LED indicator illuminates blue during normal operation  
(POWER) and red when the amplifier detects a fault  
(PROTECT).  
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XPEꢀSERIESꢀWARRANTY  
LimitedꢀOne-YearꢀWarrantyꢀ  
This warranty gives you specific legal  
Whatꢀtoꢀdo?  
rights. You may also have other rights  
which vary from state to state.  
1. Before you call for service, check the  
troubleshooting guide in your owner’s  
manual. A slight adjustment of any  
custom controls may save you a service  
call.  
Dual Electronics Corp. warrants this  
product to the original purchaser to be free  
from defects in material and workmanship  
for a period of one year from the date of  
the original purchase.  
2. If you require service during the  
warranty period, you must carefully  
pack the product (preferably in the  
original package) and ship it by prepaid  
transportation with a copy of the original  
receipt from the retailer to an  
Dual Electronics Corp. agrees, at our  
option, during the warranty period,  
to repair any defect in material or  
workmanship or to furnish an equal  
new, renewed or comparable product  
(whichever is deemed necessary) in  
exchange without charges, subject to  
verification of the defect or malfunction and  
proof of the date of purchase. Subsequent  
replacement products are warranted for  
the balance of the original warranty period.  
authorized service center.  
3. Please describe your problem in  
writing and include your name, a  
return UPS shipping address (P.O. Box  
not acceptable), and a daytime phone  
number with your shipment.  
4. For more information and for the  
location of the nearest authorized  
service center please contact us by one  
of the following methods:  
Whoꢀisꢀcovered? This warranty is extended  
to the original retail purchaser for products  
purchased from an authorized Dual dealer  
and used in the U.S.A.  
• Call us toll-free at 1-866-382-5476  
• E-mail us at [email protected]  
Whatꢀisꢀcovered? This warranty covers all  
defects in material and workmanship in  
this product. The following are not covered: Exclusion of Certain Damages: This  
software, installation/removal costs,  
damage resulting from accident, misuse,  
abuse, neglect, product modification,  
improper installation, incorrect line  
voltage, unauthorized repair or failure  
to follow instructions supplied with the  
product, or damage occurring during  
return shipment of the product. Specific  
warranty is exclusive and in lieu of any  
and all other warranties, expressed or  
implied, including without limitation the  
implied warranties of merchantability and  
fitness for a particular purpose and any  
obligation, liability, right, claim or remedy  
in contract or tort, whether or not arising  
from the company’s negligence, actual  
license conditions and copyright notices for or imputed. No person or representative  
com.  
is authorized to assume for the company  
any other liability in connection with the  
sale of this product. In no event shall the  
company be liable for indirect, incidental or  
consequential damages.  
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XPEꢀSERIESꢀOPERATION  
Specificationsꢀ  
CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications  
(reference:ꢀ14.4VDC,ꢀ20Hz~20kHz)  
Power Output (14.4VDC, 20Hz ~ 20kHz):  
XPE1700  
ꢀꢀꢀ240ꢀWattsꢀRMSꢀxꢀ1ꢀchannelꢀ@ꢀ4ꢀohmsꢀandꢀꢀ1%ꢀTHD+N  
ꢀꢀꢀ400ꢀWattsꢀRMSꢀxꢀ1ꢀchannelꢀ@ꢀ2ꢀohmsꢀandꢀꢀ1%ꢀTHD+N  
Totalꢀdynamicꢀpower:ꢀ1000ꢀWattsꢀ  
Signalꢀtoꢀnoiseꢀratio:ꢀ75dBAꢀ(reference:ꢀ1ꢀwattꢀintoꢀ4ꢀohms)  
Frequencyꢀresponse:ꢀ20Hzꢀ~ꢀ20kHzꢀ(-3dB)  
Amplifierꢀdimensions:ꢀ8.95”(L)ꢀxꢀ13.3”(W)ꢀxꢀ2.06”(D)ꢀ  
Typicalꢀinstallationꢀdimensions:ꢀ11”(L)ꢀxꢀ15”(W)ꢀxꢀ3.25”(D)ꢀ  
CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications  
(reference:ꢀ14.4VDC,ꢀ20Hz~20kHz)  
Power Output (14.4VDC, 20Hz ~ 20kHz):  
ꢀꢀꢀ50ꢀWattsꢀRMSꢀxꢀ2ꢀchannelsꢀ@ꢀ4ꢀohmsꢀandꢀꢀ1%ꢀTHD+N  
ꢀꢀꢀ75ꢀWattsꢀRMSꢀxꢀ2ꢀchannelsꢀ@ꢀ2ꢀohmsꢀandꢀꢀ1%ꢀTHD+N  
ꢀꢀꢀ150ꢀWattsꢀRMSꢀxꢀ1ꢀchannelꢀ@ꢀ4ꢀohmsꢀ(bridged)ꢀandꢀꢀ1%ꢀTHD+N  
Totalꢀdynamicꢀpower:ꢀ400ꢀWattsꢀ@ꢀ4ꢀohms  
XPE2700  
Signalꢀtoꢀnoiseꢀratio:ꢀ75dBAꢀ(reference:ꢀ1ꢀwattꢀintoꢀ4ꢀohms)  
Frequencyꢀresponse:ꢀ20Hzꢀ~ꢀ20kHzꢀ(-3dB)  
Amplifierꢀdimensions:ꢀ8.95”(L)ꢀxꢀ8.82”(W)ꢀxꢀ2.06”(D)ꢀ  
Typicalꢀinstallationꢀdimensions:ꢀ11”(L)ꢀxꢀ11”(W)ꢀxꢀ3.25”(D)ꢀ  
CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications  
(reference:ꢀ14.4VDC,ꢀ20Hz~20kHz)  
Power Output (14.4VDC, 20Hz ~ 20kHz):  
XPE4700  
ꢀꢀꢀ50ꢀWattsꢀRMSꢀxꢀ4ꢀchannelsꢀ@ꢀ4ꢀohmsꢀandꢀꢀ1%ꢀTHD+N  
ꢀꢀꢀ75ꢀWattsꢀRMSꢀxꢀ4ꢀchannelsꢀ@ꢀ2ꢀohmsꢀandꢀꢀ1%ꢀTHD+N  
ꢀꢀꢀ150ꢀWattsꢀRMSꢀxꢀ2ꢀchannelꢀ@ꢀ4ꢀohmsꢀ(bridged)ꢀandꢀꢀ1%ꢀTHD+N  
Totalꢀdynamicꢀpower:ꢀ800ꢀWattsꢀ@ꢀ4ꢀohms  
Signalꢀtoꢀnoiseꢀratio:ꢀ75dBAꢀ(reference:ꢀ1ꢀwattꢀintoꢀ4ꢀohms)  
Frequencyꢀresponse:ꢀ20Hzꢀ~ꢀ20kHzꢀ(-3dB)  
Amplifierꢀdimensions:ꢀ8.95”(L)ꢀxꢀ14.1”(W)ꢀxꢀ2.06”(D)ꢀ  
Typicalꢀinstallationꢀdimensions:ꢀ11”(L)ꢀxꢀ16”(W)ꢀxꢀ3.25”(D)  
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XPEꢀSERIESꢀOPERATION  
Notes  
11  
XPEꢀSERIESꢀOPERATION  
Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Cause  
Action  
Unitꢀwillꢀnotꢀturnꢀon +12V wire not connected or incorrect voltage Check connections for proper voltage  
(noꢀpowerꢀLEDꢀindicator) REM wire not connected or incorrect voltage (11~16VDC)  
GND wire not connected  
Check connection to ground  
Fuse(s) blown  
Replace fuse(s)  
Unitꢀhasꢀpowerꢀ-ꢀLEDꢀisꢀ Speaker wires not connected  
Check connections at speakers  
Increase volume level at head unit  
blueꢀ(butꢀnoꢀsound)  
Volume turned all the way down  
One or more speaker wires touching each Insulate all bare speaker wires from each  
other or touching chassis ground  
other and chassis ground  
Speaker(s) defective or damaged  
Check/replace speaker(s)  
Input signal not connected  
Check high or low level inputs for proper  
connection  
Unitꢀblowsꢀfuse(s)  
Engineꢀnoise  
Incorrect fuse rating  
Use fuse(s) with correct rating  
Check for pinched wire  
+12V wire touching chassis ground  
Speaker(s) defective or damaged  
Bad ground connection  
Check/replace speaker(s)  
Make sure amplifier is grounded to clean  
bare metal  
Signal ground loop or RFI (radio frequency Re-route RCA cables from existing high  
interference) current wiring  
LEDꢀilluminatesꢀred One or more speaker wires touching each Insulate all bare speaker wires from each  
(protectꢀmode)  
other or touching chassis ground  
other and chassis ground  
Speaker(s) defective or  
Check/replace speaker(s)  
damaged internally (shorted)  
Speaker load less than 2 ohms (stereo)  
Speaker load less than 4 ohms (bridged)  
Adjust speaker load - amplifier will not  
operate at less than 4 ohms when bridged  
Distortedꢀaudioꢀoutput Incorrect input signal type or  
Check connections and reduce/adjust input  
level  
input level too high  
Lowꢀaudioꢀoutput  
Weakꢀbass  
Incorrect input signal type or  
input level too low  
Check connections and increase/adjust  
input level  
Speaker(s) are wired out of phase  
Check (+) and (-) speaker connections  
(Observe correct polarity)  
Dual Electronics Corp.  
Toll Free: 1-866-382-5476  
©2010 Dual Electronics Corp.  
NSA0610-V01  

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