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Introduction
What is included?
Features
About 2 Q operation
General precautions
Installation precautions
Mounting the amplifier
Connecting the amplifier
Low level input wiring
High level input wiring
2CH Power and Speaker wiring
2CH and Bridged Modes
4CH Power and Speaker wiring
4CH and Bridged Modes
Monoblock Power and Speaker wiring
Troubleshooting
Specifications
PULSE MOSFET Amplifier User’s Manual-page 1
Introduction
With the n.&.«. PULSE MOSFET
amplifier series, we are introducing
eight new amplifiers, all designed in
the USA. This new series includes
three monoblock amps, three
2-channel, two 4-channel amplifiers.
All PULSE models feature
variable low pass and high pass
(except monoblock amps) crossovers
and variable input gain controls.
For further flexibility in the use of a
subwoofer, 0-+18dB(PL1500.1M: 0/18dB ;
PL2000.1M and PL2500.1M:0-12dB)
Bass Boost control has been included
on all amplifiers. You can control the
subwoofer level with the remote level
control module.
ne Guo understands that amplifiers
are placed in many different kinds of
installations, so we incorporated a very
flexible system of controls in these
amplifiers in order to help you integrate
the amp into your system regardless
of the nature of your input source.
PULSE MOSFET Amplifier User’s Manual-page 2
What is included?
When first unpacking your new
amplifier, please check first that the
package contains all of the items
below. If something is missing, contact
the store where you purchased the
amplifier.
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* Remote subwoofer control
* High input cable with connector
* Four (4) mounting screws
Features
Your new PULSE amplifier features
the following:
* Class A/B Topology
e Bridgeable outputs
(Except PL1500.1M, PL2000.1M
and PL2500.1M)
* MOSFET PWM (Pulse Width
Modulated) Power Supply
e 20) stable stereo operation
with output power increase
e Thermal and speaker short
protection
® Soft turn-on circuit
* Remote turn-on/turn-off circuit
e Variable input gain control
e Variable low pass filter
e Fixed high pass filter
(Except PL1500.1M, PL2000.1M
and PL2500.1M)
* Variable 0 to +18dB Bass Boost
(PL1500.1M: 0/18dB ; PL2000.1M
and PL2500.1M:0-12dB)
e Nickel-plated RCA low level and
high level inputs
e LED power and protection
indicators
e Black anodized heatsink
e Remote subwoofer control
About 2 Q operation
Your PULSE amplifier
has been designed to operate
efficiently at loads down to 20.
When operating at 20, the
amplifiers will increase their output
power by approximately 50%. The
current draw will also increase by
about the same amount, so be sure
you have enough current to run the
amplifiers into a 2 load.
Before installing any electrical
accessories to your vehicle,
always make sure the vehicles
electric system is equipped to
handle the extra electrical load.
PULSE MOSFET Amplifier User’s Manual-page 3
General precautions
Before installing and using your
new PULSE amplifier, please be-
come familiar with all the infor-
mation contained in this manual.
Please keep this manual in a safe
place for future reference.
* Do not open or attempt to repair
this unit yourself. Dangerous high
voltages are present which may result
in electric shock. Refer any repairs to
a qualified service technician.
* To avoid risk of electronic shock or
damage to the amplifier, do not permit
any of this equipment to become
damp or wet from water or drinks. If
this does occur, immediately unplug
the power wires and send the amplifier
to your local dealer or service center
as soon as possible.
Installation precautions
Before you drill or cut any holes,
investigate your car's layout very
carefully. Take special care when you
work near the gas tank, fuel lines,
hydraulic lines and electrical wiring.
Never operate the amplifier when it is
unmounted. Attach all audio system
components securely to prevent
damage, especially in an accident.
PULSE MOSFET Amplifier User's Manual-page 4
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
power and/or speaker(s).
If you need to replace the power fuse,
replace it only with a fuse identical to
that supplied with the amplifier. Using
a fuse of a different type or rating may
result in damage to your audio system
or your amplifier which is not covered
by the manufacturer's warranty.
Mounting the amplifier
1. Find a suitable location in the vehicle
in which to mount the amplifier.
2. Make sure there is sufficient air
circulation around the intended
mounting location.
3. Mark the location for the mounting
hole screws by positioning the amplifier
where you wish to install it. Use a
scribe or mounting screw, inserted
through each of the amp's mounting
holes, to mark the mounting surface.
If the mounting surface is carpeted,
measure the hole centers and mark
with a felt tip pen.
4. Drill pilot holes in the mounting
surface for the mounting screws. Place
the amplifier in position, and attach
the amplifier to the mounting surface
securely using screws.
SHOCK HAZARD! Do not open the case
of this product. There are dangerous
voltages present within the unit. There are
no user-serviceable parts within the unit.
Connecting the amplifier
Before doing any wiring, look through
this manual and identify the diagrams
to follow for power, input and speaker
connections for your particular
installation. Be sure you understand
all the connections before you proceed.
1. Connect the power ground terminal
to the closest point on the chassis of
the car. Keep this ground wire to less
than 39" (100 cm) in length. Use the
same size gauge wire as the power
wire.
2. Connect the remote terminal to the
remote output of the head unit using
16 gauge (or larger ) wire.
3. Connect an empty fuse holder within
18" (45 cm) of the car battery, and run
4 gauge cable from this fuse to the
amplifier location.
4. Check that the fuse holder is empty.
Then connect the fuse holder to the
"BATT+" connection on the amplifier.
5. If multiple amplifiers are being used
in your system, either:
* Run a separate pair of cables from
the battery and a chassis ground point
to each amplifier. Each (+) cable must
have its own inline fuse.
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at the battery to a distribution block
at or near the amplifier's location. Then
run separate cables from the amplifier
to this distribution block and to
independent chassis ground points.
6. Connect all line inputs and outputs
(If used) using high-quality cables.
Connect all speakers, following the
diagrams in this manual. Be sure to
observe proper polarity to avoid audio
phase problems.
7. Insert fuse(s) into the battery fuse
holder(s).
8. Recheck all connections before
powering up the amplifier.
9. Set all level controls to minimum
position, and set all crossover
controls/switches to the desired
frequency points.
10. Power up the head unit and the
amplifier. Then set the volume control
on the head unit to about 3/4 volume,
and adjust the amplifier's input level
control(s) to just below the level of
distortion.
11. Further fine tuning of the various
controls may be necessary to obtain best
results.
Don't misuse the
level control!
Do not mistake the input level control
for a volume control! It is designed
ONLY to match the output level of
your audio source to the input level
of your amplifier.
Do not adjust this input level to
maximum unless your input level
requires it.
Ignoring these instructions will result
in an input overload to the amplifier,
and excessive audio distortion. It
can also cause the protection circuit
to engage.
PULSE MOSFET Amplifier User’s Manual-page 5
Low Level Input Wiring
Low-level (RCA) input wiring is preferred for best audio performance. Always use
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NOTE: Do not connect BOTH the high level and low level inputs from your
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High Level Input Wiring
The high level input(s) should only be used when your head unit lacks RCA outputs.
If the RCA outputs are not present, connect the speaker outputs from the receiver
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The high level input(s) should only be used when your head unit lacks RCA outputs.
If the RCA outputs are not present, connect the speaker outputs from the receiver
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Troubleshooting
If you experience operation or performance problems with this product, compare your
installation with the electrical wiring diagram on the previous pages. If problems persist,
read the following troubleshooting tips which may help eliminate the problems.
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE REMEDY
Amplifier will not Check to make sure you have a good ground connection.
power up. Check that the Remote Input (Turn-On) has at least 3VDC.
Check that there is battery power on the (+) terminal.
Check that there is at least 12v.
Check all fuses, replace if necessary.
Make sure that the Protection LED is not illuminated. If it is lit, shut off
the amplifier briefly, and then repower it.
Protection LED
comes on when
amplifier is
powered up.
Check for short circuits on speaker leads.
Turn down the volume control on the head unit to prevent overdriving.
Remove speaker leads, and reset the amplifier. If the Protection LED still
comes on, then the amplifier is faulty and needs servicing.
No output.
Check that all fuses are OK.
Check that amplifier is properly grounded.
Check that the Remote Input (Turn-On) has at least 3VDC.
Check that the RCA audio cables are plugged into the proper inputs.
Check all speaker wiring.
Low output.
Reset the Level Control.
Check the filter Control settings.
Audio present in
only one channel.
Check the RCA interconnect cables.
Check all speaker wiring.
High hiss in the
speakers.
Disconnect all RCA inputs to the amplifiers. If the hiss disappears, then
plug in the component driving the amplifier and unplug its inputs. If the
hiss disappears at this point, go on until the faulty/noisy component is
found.
It is best to set the amplifier's input level control as low as possible. The
best subjective signal-to-noise ratio is achieved in this manner. Try to set
the head unit as high as possible (without distortion) and the amp input
level as low as possible.
Squealing noise
from speakers.
Check for improperly grounded RCA interconnects.
Distorted sound.
Check that the Input Level Control is set to match the signal level of the
head unit. Always try to set the Input Level as low as possible.
Check that all crossover frequencies are properly set.
Check for short circuits on the speaker leads.
Amplifier gets
very hot.
Check that the minimum speaker impedance for the amp model is correct.
Check that there is good air circulation around the amp. In some
applications, it may be necessary to add external cooling fan(s).
Engine noise
(static type)
This is usually caused by poor quality RCA cables,which can pick up
radiated noise. Use only the best quality cables, and route them away
from power cables.
Engine noise
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whine)
Check that speaker leads are not shorted to the vehicle chassis.
Check that the RCA grounds are not shorted to the vehicle chassis.
Check that the head unit is properly grounded.
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Specifications e
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MODEL PL1200.2 PL1600.2 PL3000.2
MAX Power 600 Wx2 800 Wx2 1500 Wx2
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Bridged Power 1200 W x 1 1600 W x 1 3000 W x 1
into 4 Q
Min. Speaker 20 Stereo
Impedance 40 Mono Bridged
THD+N <0.01%
Frequency Response 9 Hz- 50 KHz
S/N Ratio 103 dB
Channel Separation 90dB
Low Pass Filter 50Hz - 250Hz
High Pass Filter Fixed, 80 Hz
Bass Boost Variable 0 - +18 dB
Fuse Rating 35A 25A x2 40Ax 2
Dimensions (Length): 9 96"(L) 12.72"(L) 18.22"(L)
(W x H) (7.00"x 2.39")
Monoblock
4-Channel MOSFET
MOSFET Amplifiers Amplifiers
MODEL PL1600.4 PL2400.4 PL1500.1M PL2000.1M PL2500.1M
MAX Power 400 W x 4 600Wx4 1500 Wx 1 2000 W x 1 2500 W x 1
into 2 Q
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THD+N < 0.01%
Frequency Response 9 Hz - 50 KHz 9 Hz -250 Hz 2 Hz-250 Hz
S/N Ratio 103 dB
Channel Separation 90 dB n/a n/a n/a
Low Pass Filter 50Hz - 250 Hz
High Pass Filter Fixed, 80 Hz n/a n/a n/a
Bass Boost 0 -+18dB 0 -+18dB 0/+18dB 0-+12dB 0-+12dB
Variable Variable Switchable Variable Variable
Input Mode Selector n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Fuse Rating 25Ax 2 35Ax2 30A 25A x2 30Ax2
Dimensions (Length) : 11 93"(L) 15.87"(L) 9.96"(L) 12.72"(L) 15.87"(L)
(W x H)(7.00"x 2.39")
All specifications subject to change without notice.
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