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USER MANUAL NXi1201 Hifonics

Please read the user's manual carefully before the installation and the first operation of the amplifier.

SPECIFICATIONS	NXi1201
Output Power RMS	1 x 350 W @ 4 Ohms1 x 600 W @ 2 Ohms
Output Power Max.	1 x 700 W @ 4 Ohms1 x 1200 W @ 2 Ohms
Loudspeaker impedance	2 – 8 Ohms
Frequency Response	10 – 250 Hz (-3 dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion	< 0,5 %
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	> 85 dB
Input Sensitivity	6 – 0,2 V
Input Impedance	20 kOhms
Lowpass Filter	40 – 150 Hz @ 12 dB/Octave
Subsonic Filter	15 – 55 Hz @ 12 dB/Octave
Bass Boost	0 – 12 dB @ 45 Hz
Phase Shift	0 - 180°
Operating Voltage	+12 V (12 – 16 V), negative ground
Fuse Rating	2 x 35 A
Dimensions (B x H x L)	250 x 52 x 320/350 mm

All Specifications are subject to change

WARRANTY

This product meets the current EU minimum warranty requirements, if purchased in countries of the EU. To ensure your warranty policy keep your original receipt proofing the date of purchase. Any damage to the product as a result of misuse, abuse, accident, incorrect wiring, improper installation, alteration of date code or barcode labels, revolution, natural disaster, or any sneaky stuff because someone messed up, repair or alteration out side of our factory or authorized service centers and any thing else you have done that you should not have done is not covered. This warranty is limited to defective parts and specifically excludes any incidental or consequential damages connected therewith.

IMPORTANT NOTES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

• This device is only suited for the operation in a vehicle.
• This device is only suited for a 12 volt system with negative ground.
• The radiated heat while operation requires sufficient air circulation at the place of installation. It is very important that the heatsink fins do not have contact with any metal parts or any surfaces which could impair air circulation. The amplifier may not be installed in small closed location or spaces without air circulation (e.g. spare wheel recess or below the vehicle carpeting). We recommend the installation in the vehicle's trunk. Ensure sufficient protection against vibrations, dust and dirt.
• Ensure that the input and output cables are sufficiently separated from the power supply cables. Otherwise interferences may occur.
• Ensure the accessibility of the fuse and the operating elements after installation.
• The reliability and performance of the amplifier depends on the quality of installation. Preferably consult an expert to install the system, particularly if you want to install several loudspeakers.

INTERCONNECTION

POWER SUPPLY AND TURN-ON-CONNECTION

ATTENTION: Before you start with the installation, disconnect the ground connection from the vehicle's battery in order to prevent short circuits.

The power wiring which is usually installed in on-board car networks is not sufficient for a power amplifier's demands. Make sure that the power wires to GND and to the +12 V terminal has been sufficiently specified. A cable crosssection of at least 16 mm^2 must be used to connect the battery to the amplifier's terminals.

First connect the GND terminal of the amplifier to an appropriate ground connection at the chassis. To ensure a good connection, residue dirt and dust from the connection point. A loose connection may cause malfunctions or interferences noise and distortion.

Then connect the +12 V terminal of the amplifier with the battery by using an appropriate cable including an in-line fuse. This fuse should be located very close to the battery; for safety reasons not more than 30 cm away. Only insert the fuse when the installation, including the connection of the loudspeakers, has been accomplished.

Then connect the remote turn-on-wire from the headunit with the amplifier's REM terminal. A cable with a cross-section of 0.5 mm^2 is adequate.

AUDIO SIGNAL CABLES

When installing the audio cables between the RCA outputs of the headunit and the RCA inputs of the amplifier, the audio and power supply cables should, if possible, not be routed along the same side of the vehicle. We recommend a separated installation, e.g. routing the power cable through the cable channel on the left side and the audio cables through the cable channel on the right side or vice versa. This prevents interferences due to crosstalk into the audio signal.

SUBWOOFER CONNECTIONS

• The total loudspeaker impedance must not be lower than 1 ohm.
• Never connect loudspeaker cables with the ground of the chassis or the +12 V supply voltage.

If the amplifier is operated with a too low impedance or incorrectly used, the entire sound system may be damaged. This means a warranty void in such cases.

SIGNAL OUTPUTS TO CONNECT ADDITIONAL AMPLIFIERS

The input signal on the LINE INPUT jacks (Fig. 1,10) will be routed in stereo to the output jacks LINE OUT (Fig. 1, 9). Hence, the LINE OUT jack allows the connection of an additional amplifier.

OPERATING ELEMENTS

INPUT SENSITIVITY

Turn the input level control (LEVEL INPUT, Fig. 1, 4) on the amplifier to the MIN. position. Turn then the volume control of the headunit to 80% - 90% of its maximum volume. Now turn slowly the input level control on the amplifier (LEVEL INPUT, Fig. 1, 4) in a clockwise direction until you hear some distortion, then turn back slightly until the distortion is not audible anymore.

VARIABLE LOWPASS FILTER

Set the desired cross-over frequency by using the controller (LOW PASS, Fig. 1, 7). Thus to that only the frequencies below the chosen cross-over frequency will be amplified and the subwoofer plays more precised and efficient.

VARIABLE SUBSONIC FILTER

The subsonic filter is suited to filter the lower frequencies out from the audio signal to avoid unwanted hum noises from the subwoofer. Set the desired crossover frequency of the subsonic filter by using the controller (SUB SONIC, Fig. 1, 8). Hence, only the frequencies above the chosen crossover frequency will be amplified and the subwoofer plays more precised and efficient.

VARIABLE BASS BOOST

By using the controller (BASS BOOST, Fig.1, 5) you are able to increase the bass level. The range is between 0 and 12dB.

Note: Use the bass boost wisely. A too high bass boost could permanently damage the speakers.

VARIABLE PHASE CONTROLLER

The controller (PHASE, Fig. 1, 6) allows to set the phase between 0^ or 180^ to match the run time of the output signal with the vehicle's interior acoustic.

PROTECTION CIRCUIT

The LED (POWER, fig. 1, 1) lits up, if the amplifier is in operation.

The LED (PROTECT, fig. 1, 1) lits up, when the amplifier is overheated, or a short circuit occurs resp. a too low impedance load is connected to the speaker outputs. If this happens, the internal built-in protection circuit shuts down the amplifier automatically. The amplifier should work again properly after you have solved the problems.

FIGURES (P. 28-30)

CONNECTIONS AND CONTROLLERS (FIG. 1)

(1) Power/Protect-LEDs
(2) Remote jack for the included bass remote control
(3) Selector* LP/BP (Lowpass/Bandpass) – FULL – HP (Highpass)
(4) Gain level controller
(5) Bass boost controller
(6) Phase controller
(7) Lowpass filter controller
(8) Subsonic controller
(9) RCA audio signal outputs to run additional amplifiers
(10) RCA audio signal inputs from the headunit

* Set the X-OVER switch only to "FULL" or "HP mode", if you have a separate signal processor or head unit with an internal crossover, which already sends a low-pass filtered audio signal to the amplifier. If you want to cutoff the lower frequencies audio signal, you can select the "HP" mode and adjust the cutoff frequency with the subsonic filter controller.

POWER SUPPLY AND TURN ON CONNECTION (FIG. 2)

(1) GND terminal for the ground
(2) REM terminal for the turn on connection
(3) +12 V terminal for the positive-connection of the battery
(4) Vehicle's battery
(5) In-Line Fuse (not included in the scope of delivery)
(6) Turn on wire from the headunit or the electrical antenna
(7) Amplifier fuses

1-CHANNEL MONO OPERATION (FIG. 3) WITH 1 SUBWOOFER

(1) RCA audio signal input from the headunit, line output left or SUB OUT
(2) RCA audio signal input from the headunit, line output right or SUB OUT
(3) Remote control to adjust the bass level e.g. from the driver's seat
(4) Subwoofer (2 - 8 Ohms)

1-CHANNEL MONO OPERATION (FIG. 4) WITH 2 SUBWOOFERS

(1) Remote control to adjust the bass level e.g. from the driver's seat
(2) RCA audio signal input from the headunit, line output left or SUB OUT
(3) RCA audio signal input from the headunit, line output right or SUB OUT
(4) Subwoofer 1 (4 - 8 Ohms)
(5) Subwoofer 2 (4 - 8 Ohms)

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you are having problems after installation follow the Troubleshooting procedures below.

Procedure 1:

Check Amplifier for proper connections.

Verify that POWER LED is on. If POWER LED is on skip to Step 3, if not continue.

1. Check external in-line fuse on battery positive cable. Replace if necessary.
2. Verify that ground connection is connected to clean metal on the vehicle's chassis. Repair/replace if necessary.
3. Verify there is 12 to 16 Volts present at the positive battery and remote turn-on cable. Verify quality connections for both cables at amplifier, stereo, and battery/fuseholder. Repair/replace if necessary.

Procedure 2:

PROTECT LED is on.

1. If the PROTECT light is on, this is a sign of a possible short in the speaker connections. Check for proper speaker connections and use a multimeter to check for possible shorts in the speaker wiring. Too low speaker impedance may also cause PROTECT to light.
   This can also be a sign of driving the amplifier at very high power levels without adequate airflow around the amplifier. Shut off the system and allow amplifier to cool down. Check that the vehicle charging system is maintaining proper voltage.
   If the previous items do not solve the problem, a fault may be in the amplifier.

Procedure 3:

Check Amplifier for audio output.

1. Verify good RCA input connections at stereo and amplifier. Check entire length of cables for kinks, splices, etc.
   Test RCA inputs for AC volts with stereo on. Repair/replace if necessary.

Procedure 4:

Check Amplifier for a popping noise while turning on.

1. Disconnect input signal to amplifier and turn amplifier on and off.
2. If the noise is eliminated, connect the REMOTE lead of amplifier to source unit with a delay turn-on module.

OR

1. Use a different 12 Volt source for REMOTE lead of amplifier (i.e. battery direct).
2. If the noise is eliminated, use a relay to isolate the amplifier from noisy turn-on output.

Procedure 5:

Check Amplifier if you experience excess Engine Noise.

1. Route all signal carrying wires (RCA, Speaker cables) away from power and ground wires.

OR

1. Bypass any and all electrical components between the headunit and the amplifier(s). Connect stereo directly to input of amplifier. If noise goes away the unit being bypassed is the cause of the noise.

OR

1. Remove existing ground wires for all electrical components. Reground wires to different locations. Verify that grounding location is clean, shiny metal free of paint, rust etc.

OR

1. Add secondary ground cable from negative battery terminal to the chassis metal or engine block of vehicle.

OR

1. Have alternator and battery load tested by your mechanic. Verify good working order of vehicle electrical system including distributor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, voltage regulator etc.

1-CANAL MONO OPERATION (FIG. 3) AVEC 1 SUBWOOFER

1-CANAL MONO OPERATION (FIG. 4) AVEC 2 SUBWOOFERS

1-CANAL MONO (FIG. 3) CON 1 SUBWOOFER

1-CANAL MONO (FIG. 4) CON 2 SUBWOOFER

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