PRS-D5000SPL - Car amplifier PIONEER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PRS-D5000SPL PIONEER

Before Using This Product

CLASS D MONO AMPLIFIER

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion—and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

AMPLIFICATEUR MONO DE CLASSE D

Owner’s Manual To establish a safe level:

• Start your volume control at a low setting.
• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion. PRS-D5000SPL Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
• Set the dial and leave it there. Mode d’emploi 4-1, MEGURO 1-CHOME, MEGURO-KU, TOKYO 153-8654, JAPAN <KMINX> <04F00000> We Want You Listening For A Lifetime Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection. Decibel Level Example Quiet library, soft whispers Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet. PIONEER CORPORATION PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. P.O. Box 1540, Long Beach, California 90801-1540, U.S.A. TEL: (800) 421-1404

Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, B-9120 Melsele, Belgium TEL: (0) 3/570.05.11 PIONEER ELECTRONICS ASIACENTRE PTE. LTD. 253 Alexandra Road, #04-01, Singapore 159936

PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. 178-184 Boundary Road, Braeside, Victoria 3195, Australia TEL: (03) 9586-6300 PIONEER ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC. 300 Allstate Parkway, Markham, Ontario L3R OP2, Canada

PIONEER ELECTRONICS DE MEXICO, S.A. de C.V. Blvd.Manuel Avila Camacho 138 10 piso Col.Lomas de Chapultepec, Mexico, D.F. 11000

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime. Published by Pioneer Corporation. Copyright © 2004 by Pioneer Corporation. All rights reserved. Publication de Pioneer Corporation. Copyright © 2004 Pioneer Corporation. Tous droits de reproduction et de traduction réservés. Printed in U.S.A. Imprimé aux Etats-Unis

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap Gunshot blast, jet plane Rocket launching pad Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation. Thank you for purchasing this PIONEER product. It is designed to give you many years of enjoyment. PIONEER SUGGESTS USING A PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER DUE TO THE COMPLEXITY OF THIS PRODUCT. Please read all instructions and WARNINGS in this manual before attempting operation. Should you have any questions, contact your nearest Pioneer authorized dealer or installation specialist. Information to User Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate the equipment. Important The serial number of this amplifier is written on the bottom of the unit. For your own security and convenience, write it down on the enclosed warranty card. Keep the card handy for future reference. After-sales service for Pioneer products Please contact the dealer or distributor from where you purchased the product for its after-sales service (including warranty conditions) or any other information. In case the necessary information is not available, please contact the companies listed below: Please do not ship your product to the companies at the addresses listed below for repair without advance contact. 7 U.S.A. Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT DIVISION

P.O. Box 1760 Long Beach, CA 90801-1760 800-421-1404 7 CANADA Pioneer Electronics of Canada, Inc. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION DEPARTMENT 300 Allstate Parkway Markham, Ontario L3R OP2 1-877-283-5901 For warranty information please see the Limited Warranty sheet included with your product. Product registration Visit us at the following site: 1 Register your product. We will keep the details of your purchase on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft. 2 Receive updates on the latest products and technologies. 3 Download owner’s manuals, order product catalogues, research new products, and much more. About This Product This product is a class D amplifier for the subwoofer. If both L (left) and R (right) channels are connected to the RCA input of this product, output is mixed because this product is a mono amplifier. CAUTION Never replace the fuse with one of greater value or rating than the original fuse. Use of an improper fuse could result in overheating and smoke and could cause damage to the product and injury including burns. WARNING

• Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with the product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
• Always use the recommended battery wire and ground wire, which is sold separately. Connect the battery wire directly to the car battery positive terminal (+) and the ground wire to the car body.
• Do not touch the amplifier with wet hands. Otherwise you may get an electric shock. Also, do not touch the amplifier when it is wet.
• For traffic safety and to maintain safe driving conditions, keep the volume low enough so that you can still hear normal traffic sound.
• Check the connections of the power supply and subwoofer if a fuse for the separately sold battery wire blows. Detect the cause and solve the problem, then replace the fuse with another one of the same size and rating.
• To prevent malfunction of the amplifier and subwoofer, the protective circuit will cut the power supply to the amplifier (sound will stop) when an abnormal condition occurs. In such a case, switch the power to the system OFF and check the connection of the power supply and subwoofer. Detect the cause and solve the problem.
• Contact the dealer if you cannot detect the cause.
• To prevent an electric shock or short-circuit during connection and installation, be sure to disconnect the negative (–) terminal of the battery beforehand.
• Confirm that no parts are behind the panel when drilling a hole for installation of the amplifier. Be sure to protect all cables and important equipment such as fuel lines, brake lines and the electrical wiring from damage.
• DO NOT allow amplifier to come into contact with liquids due to, for example, the location where the amplifier is installed. Electrical shock could result. Also, amplifier and speaker damage, smoke, and overheating could result from contact with liquids. In addition, the amplifier surface and the surface of any attached speakers could become hot to the touch and minor burns could result. Setting the Unit Gain Control If the sound level is too low, even when the volume of the car stereo used along with this power amplifier is turned up, turn gain control on the front of the power amplifier clockwise. If the sound distorts when the volume is turned up, turn the gain control counter-clockwise.
• When using with an RCA equipped car stereo (standard output of 500 mV), set to the NORMAL position. When using with an RCA equipped Pioneer car stereo with max. output of 4 V or more, adjust level to match the car stereo output level.
• For synced amplifier’s gain control, see the “Setting the Gain for synced amplifier” section. Connecting the Unit Bass Boost Frequency Control You can select a bass boost frequency from 40 to 120 Hz with the bass boost control.

• Disconnect the negative (–) terminal of the battery to avoid the risk of short-circuit and damage to the unit.
• Secure the wiring with cable clamps or adhesive tape. To protect the wiring, wrap adhesive tape around it where they lie against metal parts.
• Do not route wires where they will get hot, for example where the heater will blow over them. If the insulation heats up, it may become damaged, resulting in a short-circuit through the vehicle body. You can select a cut off frequency from 40 to 240 Hz.

• Make sure that wires will not interfere with moving parts of the vehicle, such as the gearshift, handbrake or seat sliding mechanism.
• Never feed power to other equipment by cutting the insulation of the power supply wire to tap from the wire. The current capacity of the wire will be exceeded, causing overheating.
• Never replace the fuse with one of greater value or rating than the original fuse. Use of an improper fuse could result in overheating and smoke and could cause damage to the product and injury including burns. Grommet Ground wire (sold separately) The ground wires must be same size as the battery wire. Connect to metal body or chassis. The maximum length of the wire between the fuse and the positive (+) terminal of the battery is 45 cm (18 in.). Positive (+) terminal Negative (–) terminal Battery CAUTION: To prevent damage and/or injury Power Indicator MODE SELECT Switch The power indicator lights when the power is switched on. You can select amplifier’s sync mode from MASTER, SYNC and SYNC INV. For the position of the MODE SELECT switch, see the “Connecting the Speaker wires” section. Bass Boost Level Control Bass boost level control can boost the level around the frequency selected by the bass boost frequency control from 0 to 12 dB. Connection Diagram CAUTION Cut Off Frequency Control for LPF

• Do not ground the speaker wire directly or connect a negative (–) lead wire for several speakers.
• This unit is for vehicles with a 12-volt battery and negative grounding. Before installing it in a recreational vehicle, truck or bus, check the battery voltage.
• If the car stereo is kept on for a long time while the engine is at rest or idling, the battery may go dead. Turn the car stereo off when the engine is at rest or idling.
• If the system remote control wire of the amplifier is connected to the power terminal through the ignition switch (12 V DC), the amplifier will always be on when the ignition is on— regardless of whether the car stereo is on or off. Because of this, the battery could go dead if the engine is at rest or idling.
• DO NOT connect a subwoofer with a lower impedance than specified in the “Connecting the Unit” section. Amplifier damage, smoke, and overheating could result from a non-specified connection. The amplifier surface could also become hot to the touch and minor burns could result. Grommet
• Connect either of two subwoofers to the amplifier; 1: a subwoofer with a 750 W or larger nominal input and an impedance 4 Ω, or 2: a subwoofer with a 1,500 W or larger nominal input and an impedance 2 Ω. If the nominal input and impedance are out of the above ranges, the subwoofer may catch fire, emit smoke or become damaged.
• Install and route the separately sold battery wire as far away as possible from the speaker wires. Install and route the separately sold battery wire, ground wire, speaker wires and the amplifier as far away as possible from the antenna, antenna cable and tuner.
• Cords for this product and those for other products may be different colors even if they have the same function. When connecting this product to another product, refer to the supplied Installation manuals of both products and connect cords that have the same function. Fuse (150 A) Each amplifier must be SEPARATELY fused at 150 A. Optional direct ground wire (sold separately) When chassis grounding is not sufficient, direct grounding should be used. The wire size should be same size as the battery wire. SYNC OUTPUT / SYNC INPUT jack See the “Connecting the Speaker wires” section for SYNC OUTPUT / SYNC INPUT jack connection instructions. Battery wire (sold separately) For the wire size, see the “Connecting the Power Terminal” section. The battery wire, the ground wire and the optional direct ground wire must be same size. After making all other connections at the amplifier, connect the battery wire terminal of the amplifier to the positive (+) terminal of the battery. Connecting wire with RCA pin plugs (sold separately). Car stereo with RCA output jacks External Output (Subwoofer output) RCA input jack Reverse side Speaker terminal See the “Connecting the Speaker wires” section for speaker connection instructions. Subsonic Select Switch Slope Select Switch You can select a slope for the LPF from –18 and –24 dB. The subsonic filter cuts inaudible frequencies below 20 Hz to eliminate unwanted vibrations and minimize power loss. System remote control wire (sold separately) Connect the male terminal of this wire to the system remote control terminal of the car stereo (SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL). The female terminal can be connected to the auto-antenna relay control terminal. If the car stereo does not have a system remote control terminal, connect the male terminal to the power terminal through the ignition switch. Connecting the Unit Connecting the Power Terminal
• Always use the recommended battery and ground wire, which is sold separately. Connect the battery wire directly to the car battery positive terminal (+) and the ground wire to the car body.
• Recommended wires size (AWG: American Wire Gauge) is as follows. The battery wire, the ground wire and the optional direct ground wire must be same size. Battery Wire and Ground Wire Size Wire Length Wire Size less than 4 ft 4—7 ft less than 1.2 m 1.2—2.1 m 7—10 ft 2.1—3.0 m 4 AWG 4 AWG 2 AWG 10—13 ft 3.0—3.9 m 13—16 ft 3.9—4.8 m 16—19 ft 4.8—5.7 m 19—22 ft 5.7—6.7 m 2 AWG 1 AWG 1 AWG 0 AWG

1. Pass the battery wire from the

engine compartment to the interior of the vehicle.

2. Twist the battery wire, ground wire

and system remote control wire. Twist Engine compartment Positive (+) terminal Fuse 150 A Each amplifier must be SEPARATELY fused at 150 A. Interior of the vehicle Drill a 14 mm (1/2 in.) hole into the vehicle body.

3. Put the wire ties in the slits and

wrap the wire ties around the wires.

1. Expose the end of the speaker wires

using nippers or a cutter by about 15–20 mm (5/8–3/4 in.) and twist.

• Wrap the wire tie around the wire insulation, not the stripped wire.

• Before connecting the wires to the terminals, remove the endcap. After connecting the wires to the terminals, attach the endcap.
• Fix the wires securely with the terminal screws. System remote control terminal Endcap GND terminal System remote control wire Terminal screw Ground wire Power terminal

• Before connecting the wires to the terminals, remove the endcap. After connecting the wires to the terminals, attach the endcap.
• Fix the speaker wires securely with the terminal screws. After connecting the speaker wires, adjust each synced amplifier’s gain control. All synced amplifiers follow the master amplifier’s settings. Quick Setup of the Gain Set each synced amplifier’s gain control to the NORMAL position. This setting will balance output volumes sufficiently for most applications. 15–20 mm (5/8–3/4 in.)

2. Connect the speaker wires to the

speaker terminals. Setting the Gain for synced amplifier Wire tie Twist

3. Connect the wires to the terminal.

Slit Advanced Setup of the Gain Starting with the master amplifier, adjust the gain control on each amplifier in order.

1. Output sin wave through this system at low output

4. Match the synced amplifier’s output to the master’s output using the gain control on the synced

5. Repeat for the each synced amplifier in the proper

order. Connecting the Speaker wires Connect the speaker leads to suit the configuration according to the figures shown below and the next page. Battery wire Failure to securely fasten the battery wire to the terminal using the terminal screws could cause the terminal area to overheat and could result in damage and injury including minor burns.

4. Put the wire ties in the slits and

wrap the wire ties around the wires.

• Wrap the wire tie around the wire insulation, not the stripped wire. Slit Insert the O-ring rubber grommet into the vehicle body. Wire tie MODE SELECT switch must be in MASTER position. Connecting wire with RCA pin plugs (sold separately). MODE SELECT switch must be in SYNC INV position. Before setting to the position, remove the screw and the stopper. Connecting speaker wire (sold separately).

minimum 3,000 W Two Amplifier

• Load may be any combination of speakers but impedance must be 2 Ω or larger. Speaker wire Speaker terminal WARNING

• Speaker wire size must be 10 AWG minimum.
• Load may be any combination of speakers but impedance must be 4 Ω or larger.

• Speaker wire size must be 10 AWG minimum.
• Load may be any combination of speakers but impedance must be 2 Ω or larger. Endcap Terminal screw Two Amplifier Bridged Single Amplifier MODE SELECT switch must be in MASTER position.

• After making all other connections to the amplifier, connect the battery wire terminal of the amplifier to the positive (+) terminal of the battery. The maximum length of the wire between the fuse and the positive (+) terminal of the battery is 45 cm (18 in.). Connecting the Speaker Terminals MODE SELECT switch must be in MASTER position.

minimum 1,500 W MODE SELECT switch must be in SYNC position. Connecting wire with RCA pin plugs (sold separately).

minimum 1,500 W Connecting the Unit Four Amplifier Bridged Four Amplifier

• Speaker wire size must be 10 AWG minimum.
• Load may be any combination of speakers but impedance must be 4 Ω or larger.

• Speaker wire size must be 10 AWG minimum.
• Load may be any combination of speakers but impedance must be 2 Ω or larger. MODE SELECT switch must be in MASTER position. MODE SELECT switch must be in MASTER position. MODE SELECT switch must be in SYNC INV position. Before setting to the position, remove the screw and the stopper. MODE SELECT switch must be in SYNC INV position. Before setting to the position, remove the screw and the stopper. MODE SELECT switch must be in SYNC INV position. Before setting to the position, remove the screw and the stopper. Connecting wire with RCA pin plugs (sold separately). Specifications Installation Connecting speaker wire (sold separately).

minimum 3,000 W Connecting wire with RCA pin plugs (sold separately). MODE SELECT switch must be in SYNC position. Connecting wire with RCA pin plugs (sold separately). Connecting wire with RCA pin plugs (sold separately). MODE SELECT switch must be in SYNC position. Connecting wire with RCA pin plugs (sold separately). Connecting wire with RCA pin plugs (sold separately). Connecting speaker wire (sold separately).

minimum 3,000 W MODE SELECT switch must be in SYNC position. CAUTION

• Do not install in: —Places where it could injure the driver or passengers if the vehicle stops suddenly. —Places where it may interfere with the driver, such as on the floor in front of the driver’s seat.
• Make sure that wires are not caught in the sliding mechanism of the seats, resulting in a short-circuit.
• Confirm that no parts are behind the panel when drilling a hole for installation of the amplifier. Protect all cables and important equipment such as fuel lines, brake lines and electrical wiring from damage.
• Install tapping screws in such a way that the screw tip does not touch any wire. This is important to prevent wires from being cut by vibration of the car, which can result in fire.
• DO NOT allow amplifier to come into contact with liquids due to, for example, the location where the amplifier is installed. Electrical shock could result. Also, amplifier and speaker damage, smoke, and overheating could result from contact with liquids. In addition, the amplifier surface and the surface of any attached speakers could become hot to the touch and minor burns could result.
• To ensure proper installation, use the supplied parts in the manner specified. If any parts other than the supplied ones are used, they may damage internal parts of the amplifier, or they may become loose causing the amplifier to shut down.
• Never replace the fuse with one of greater value or rating than the original fuse. Use of an improper fuse could result in overheating and smoke and could cause damage to the product and injury including burns.

• Do not install the amplifier on unstable places such as the spare tire board.
• The best location for installation differs with the car model and installation location. Secure the amplifier at a sufficiently rigid location.
• Make temporary connections first and check that the amplifier and the system operate properly.
• After installing the amplifier, confirm that the spare tire, jack and tools can be easily removed. Example of installation on the floor mat or on the chassis

1. Place the amplifier where it is to be

installed. Insert the supplied tapping screws (4 × 18 mm) into the screw holes. Push on the screws with a screwdriver so they make marks where the installation holes are to be located.

2. Drill 2.5 mm (1/8 in.) diameter holes

at the point marked, and install the amplifier, either on the carpet or directly to the chassis. Tapping-screws (4 × 18 mm) Power output ........................................................................................ 750 W RMS × 1 channel (4 Ω and 1 % THD+N) 1500 W RMS × 1 channel (2 Ω and 1 % THD+N, 240 Hz) S/N ratio .............................................................................. 60 dBA (Reference: 1 W into 4 Ω) Note:

• Specifications and the design are subject to possible modification without notice due to improvements. CAUTION: To prevent malfunction and/or injury
• To ensure proper heat dissipation of the amplifier, be sure of the following during installation. —Allow adequate space above the amplifier for proper ventilation. —Do not cover the amplifier with a floor mat or carpet.
• DO NOT allow amplifier to come into contact with liquids due to, for example, the location where the amplifier is installed. Electrical shock could result. Also, amplifier and speaker damage, smoke, and overheating could result from contact with liquids. In addition, the amplifier surface and the surface of any attached speakers could become hot to the touch and minor burns could result. Power source .............................................................................................................. 14.4 V DC (10.8 — 15.1 V allowable) Grounding system ............................................................................................................................................ Negative type Current consumption .......................................................................................................... 70 A (at continuous power, 4 Ω) Average current drawn* .......................................................................................................... 10.6 A (4 Ω for one channel)

15.6 A (2 Ω for one channel)

Fuse ................................................................................................................................................................................ 150 A Dimensions ........................................................................................................................ 300 (W) × 64 (H) × 330 (D) mm [12 (W) × 3 (H) × 13 (D) in. Weight ...................................................................................................... 7.3 kg (16.0 lbs.) (Leads for wiring not included) Maximum power output ........................................................................................ 1,500 W × 1 (4 Ω) / 3,000 W × 1 (2 Ω) Continuous power output .................................................................. 750 W × 1 (at 14.4 V, 4 Ω, 20 —240 Hz 1.0% THD) 1,500 W × 1 (at 14.4 V, 2 Ω, 20 —240 Hz 2.0% THD) Load impedance .................................................................................... 4 Ω (2 — 8 Ω allowable), (Ex. Bridge 4 — 16 Ω) Frequency response ................................................................................................................ 10 — 240 Hz (+0 dB, –1 dB) S/N ratio ............................................................................................................................................ 90 dB (IHF-A network) Distortion .......................................................................................................................................... 0.05 % (50 W, 100 Hz) Low pass filter .................................................................................................................... Cut off frequency: 40 — 240 Hz Cut off slope: –18, –24 dB/oct Subsonic filter (HPF) ................................................................................................................................ Frequency: 20 Hz Slope: –18 dB Bass boost .................................................................................................................................................. Level: 0 — 12 dB Frequency: 40 — 120 Hz Phase control .......................................................................................................................................... SYNC, SYNC INV Gain control ................................................................................................................................................ 200 mV — 6.5 V Maximum input level / impedance ........................................................................................................ RCA: 6.5 V / 22 kΩ *Average current drawn