Zeus ZRX111A - Subwoofer Hifonics - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Zeus ZRX111A Hifonics

• This device is only suited for a 12 volt system with negative ground.

• The radiated heat while operation requires sufcient air circulation at the place of installation. It is very im- portant that the heat sink ns do not have contact with any metal parts or any surfaces which could impair air circulation. The amplier may not be installed in small closed location or spaces without air circulation. We recommend the installation in the vehicle’s trunk. Ensure sufcient protection against vibrations, dust and dirt.

• Ensure that the input and output cables are sufciently 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 amplier depends on the quality of installation. Preferably consult an expert to install the system.

• Avoid any damage or removing of the components of the vehicle like wires, cables, board computer, seat belts, gas tank or the like.8 INTERCONNECTION ATTENTION: Before you start with the installation, disconnect the ground connection from the ve- hicle’s battery in order to prevent short circuits. Use the enclosed cable plug to connect each terminal. First connect the GND terminal of the amplier 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 amplier 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 ac- complished. CAUTION: Never use the high level inputs and the RCA inputs at the same time. This may damage the device seriously. Use the enclosed cable plug to connect each terminal. INTERCONNECTION BY RCA INPUTS WITH TURN-ON SIGNAL (REM): INTERCONNECTION BY HIGH LEVEL INPUTS WITH AUTO TURN-ON: Red (+12V) Red (+12V) Black (-12V Ground) connect to a suitable ground point Black (-12V Ground) connect to a suitable ground point Blue (REM) connect with the turn-on signal wire of the car stereo Not required in this connection variant Blue (REM) not required in this connection variant Not required in this connection variant R – grey/black L – white/black R + grey L + white Connect to the RCA outputs of the car radio L-CH R-CH Connect to loudspeaker outputs of the car stereo Cable remote control Cable remote control External fuse External fuse 12 V Battery 12 V Battery9 INPUT SENSITIVITY Turn the LEVEL controller of the amplier to the MIN position. Then turn the volume controller of the head unit to 80 - 90% of its full setting. Now turn LEVEL clockwise until you hear some distortion. Then turn back LEVEL slightly until you hear a cleaner sound.

By using the BASS BOOST controller you are able to increase the bass enhancement from 0 to 12 dB. ATTENTION: Use the BASS BOOST wisely!

VARIABLE LOW PASS FILTER

Set the desired crossover frequency by using the controller LOW PASS. Thus to that only the frequencies below the chosen crossover frequency will be amplied and the subwoofer plays more precisely and efcient. PHASE SWITCH The PHASE switch allows to switch the phase from 0° to 180° to match the output signal with the vehicle’s interior acoustic. LEVEL BASS BOOST LOW PASS PHASE

PROTECTION CIRCUIT The PWR LED lights up green, if the amplier is in operation. The PRO LED lights up red, when the amplier is overheated, or a short circuit occurs respective a too low impedance load is connected to the speaker outputs. If this events, the internal built-in protection circuit shuts down the amplier automatically. The amplier should work again properly after you have solved the problems. Troubleshooting

• Check all connections for defects or short circuits and correct them.

• Provide sufcient cooling in the event of overheating and reduce the volume.10 TROUBLESHOOTING If you are having problems after installation follow the Troubleshooting procedures below. Procedure 1: Check Amplier for proper connections. Verify that POWER LED lights up green. If this is the case, skip to Step 3, if not continue.

1. Check in-line fuse on battery positive cable. Replace if necessary.

2. Check fuse(s) on amplier. Replace if necessary.

3. Verify that Ground connection is connected to clean metal on the vehicle’s chassis. Repair/replace if necessary.

4. Verify there is 9 to 16 Volts present at the positive battery and remote turn-on cable. Verify quality connections for both cables at amplier, stereo, and battery/fuse holder. Repair/replace if necessary.

5. Check that the AUTO TURN ON switch is in the ON position and the HI LEVEL IN is connected correctly, if you don’t use

the RCA inputs LINE INPUT. Procedure 2: PROTECT LED lights up red. 1. If the PROTECT LED lights up, this is a sign of driving the device at very high power levels without adequate airow around the device. Shut off the system and allow device 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 device. Procedure 3: Check Amplier for audio output.

1. Verify good RCA input connections at stereo and amplier. 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 Amplier for a popping noise while turning on.

1. Disconnect input signal to amplier and turn amplier on and off.

2. If the noise is eliminated, connect the remote lead of amplier to source unit with a delay turn-on module.

Procedure 5: Check Amplier if you experience excess Engine Noise.

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

2. Bypass any and all electrical components between the head unit and the amplier(s). Connect stereo

directly to input of amplier. If noise goes away the unit being bypassed is the cause of the noise.

3. 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.

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