XC6140 - Speaker CLARION - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL XC6140 CLARION

Congratulations on your purchase of the Clarion XC6140 amplifier. This high speed digital switching amplifier was designed in the United States with sound quality that exceeds that of many conventional Class AB designs while offering stunning efficiency.

When installed and configured properly, this XC6140 amplifier will bring a new level of realism and impact to your mobile entertainment system. To get the best performance from your amplifier Clarion recommends that you have this amplifier installed and configured by an experienced professional.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 Features
4 Installation Planning and Considerations
5 General Function Explanations
9 Speaker Wiring Diagrams
9 Power Connections
10 Installation
10 Troubleshooting
11 Specifications

ABOUT THE MANUAL AND WARRANTY

This manual describes the basic requirements to install the Clarion XC6140 amplifier. The installation and configuration of this amplifier can be complex. If you do not possess the necessary knowledge, experience and/or tools to perform this installation please contact your location authorized Clarion dealer to arrange for professional installation. Keep all instructions and your sales receipt for future reference and warranty purposes.

WARNING

Clarion products are capable of producing high sound pressure levels that can damage your hearing and make it difficult for the driver to hear other cars or emergency vehicles. Clarion wants you as a customer for life - please be responsible at all times when enjoying your audio system. Clarion takes no responsibility for any personal injury, loss or damage associated with the use, or miss-use of this product. Please refer to the included warranty statement for details.

FEATURES

The Clarion XC6140 amplifier is designed with performance and convenience in mind. Through the use of state-of-the-art signal processing and high speed output devices, this amplifier offers excellent sound quality and dynamics. The XC6140 amplifier incorporates the following features:

• High Speed output devices for dynamic performance
- Pulse Width Modulated MOSFET Power Supply for efficient power delivery
- Remote Turn-On with muting for silent start-up
• Variable Low-Pass Electronic Crossover with -12dB/Octave Slope, 50Hz -500Hz
- Adjustable input level controls with ground loop isolation
- 2-Ohm load stable
• Corrosion resistant power, speaker and RCA connections
• BC2 Remote subwoofer level control
- Speaker level input RCA adapters included
- Circuit Boards with a conformal coating to resist moisture damage
- Low Profile design with corrosion resistant high efficiency aluminum heat sink

XC6140 CONNECTIONS AND CONTROLS

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1. Two 30A Fuses
2. +12V Constant Power Source
3. Remote Turn-On Connection
4. Ground Connection
5. Channel 1&2 Input RCA Connection
6. Signal Pass Through Connection
7. Channel 1&2 Input Sensitivity Control (Gain)
8. BC2 Remote Level Control Connection Jack
9. Channel 1&2 Crossover Frequency Control
10. Channel 1&2 Infrasonic Filter Frequency Control
11. Channel 1&2 Phase Adjustment Control
12. Bass Boost Frequency Control
13. Power/Protect LED
14. Two Positive Speaker Output Terminals
15. Two Negative Speaker Output Terminals

Clarion XC amplifiers are designed for installation in vehicles with 12V electrical systems and a common ground configuration. While Clarion strongly recommends professional installation of our products to maximize performance and reliability, installing the amplifier yourself can certainly produce impressive results. Please take into consideration the following when planning your installation.

• Take care in choosing a mounting location for the amplifier. Clarion does not recommend mounting an amplifier to a subwoofer enclosure. Vibration could damage internal components of the amplifier.
- Ensure that the screws used to mount the amplifier will not damage anything underneath the mounting location. This can include interconnects and speaker wires, factory wiring harnesses, computers modules, factory fluid lines, fuel tanks and more. Mounting hardware should be sufficient to ensure that the amp will not come loose in the event of a vehicle accident.
- All wiring running to and from the amplifier should be planned so that its route does not bring it in proximity of any high current devices or computer modules. This will help to prevent noise from being induced in the audio system.
- XC amplifiers incorporate balanced differential inputs. As such, Clarion recommends the use of twisted pair interconnects to ensure that the signal on the center pin and shield of the interconnect allow this circuitry to perform to the best of its ability in terms of rejecting unwanted noise.
- Although Clarion XC amplifiers are suitable for marine installations, they are in no way water resistant. They should be mounted in a dry, well-ventilated location. The marine features of the amp are designed to handle humid conditions commonly associated with installations in boats.
- Amplifiers dramatically increase the load on the vehicles electrical system. Please confirm that the vehicle battery and alternator are in good condition. Clarion recommends the use of a heavy duty AGM style battery to increase current delivery and play time and the use of a stiffening capacitor to provide increased instantaneous current to the amplifier.
- Properly supplying current to your amplifier may require that some of the factory electrical connections under the hood of your vehicle be upgrades. The industry refers to these upgrades as ‘The Big 3’. These upgrades include a new ground wire from the engine in your vehicle to the battery ground terminal. A new wire from the ground terminal of your battery to the chassis of the vehicle. A new power wire from the output of your alternator to the positive terminal of your battery. Performing these upgrades are optional, but will increase the performance and longevity of any electrical component you add to your vehicle. Depending on the current requirements of your system, you may also want to run a parallel ground cable from the battery to the ground point at the rear of the vehicle.

Sensitivity Control (Gain)

This adjustment is provided to adjust the amplifier sensitivity so that it will produce maximum power given a variety of different input signal voltages. Setting this correctly will ensure that you get maximum performance from your amplifier and is critical to ensuring that minimal noise and distortion is produced.

Clarion recommends the use of an Oscilloscope or distortion detecting device such as the SMD DD-1 or DD-1+ Distortion Detector to properly set amplifier sensitivity. A headroom (gain overlap) setting of 10dB will help to ensure that music that is recorded at low levels can still be reproduced at high volume levels. With this setting, it is the responsibility of the operator to use the amplifier in a manner that will not produce audible distortion. If the end user does not understand why 10dB of gain overlap has been used, please use a lower overlap, 5dB or 0dB to ensure proper system protection.

Procedure (Oscilloscope) Method:

1. Obtain a test disc with a selection of Sine Waves recorded at different levels (-10, -5 and 0dB).
2. Turn the gain all the way down on the amplifier (to the left).
3. Connect the ground terminal of the scope lead to the shield of the RCA cable coming from the source unit. Do no connect this to the speaker output terminals.
4. Connect the scope probe to a speaker terminal on the channel you want to adjust.
5. Select a Sine wave frequency that is well away from the chosen crossover frequency. For midrange speakers use 1kHz, use 40Hz for subwoofers.
6. Turn the source unit up as high as possible without distortion.
7. Monitor the output waveform of the amp on the scope.
8. Increase the sensitivity of the amplifier until the scope waveform shows a small flat spot on the top or bottom of the waveform. See Figure 2 for an example of what to look for.

Fig 1 - Sine Wave at different Levels

Clipped Sine wave Sine wave unclipped Sine wave well below clipping

Fig 2 - Close-Up of waveforms

SMD Distortion Detector Method:

1. Following the instructions provided with the DD-1 or DD-1+, use the 0dB track to confirm the output of the source unit is unclipped.
2. Connect the Distortion Detector to the output of the amplifier and use an appropriate -10dB track. Increase the gain on the amplifier until the Distortion LED illuminates

You should be able to turn the volume up to almost full volume without hearing distortion from your amplifier. If you can't turn the volume up most of the way without distortion, the gains are not set properly.

+12V Constant Power Source

This should be connected directly to your battery with a large gauge wire. Clarion recommends at least 4 AWG wire be used. This wire should be protected as close as possible to the battery with a fuse holder with a minimum 60 Amp fuse for proper operation.

Remote Turn-On Connection

When +12V is applied to this terminal, the amplifier will turn on. When installing the amplifier with an after market source unit, this wire is typically Blue with a White stripe. Some OEM source units have a wire that behaves similarly.

Ground Connection

This is the most critical connection to be made during the installation of the amplifier. The ground wire should be at least the same size as the +12V Constant Power connection. It should be as short as possible and connected to a completely bare metal location on the chassis of the vehicle. All the paint, primer, undercoating or anything else that could hinder current flow must be removed before the ground connection is made. Failure to ensure proper grounding of the amplifier may result in limited performance, noise or other undesirable conditions.

Input RCA Connections

The RCA Input connections should be connected to the RCA Pre-amp outputs of an after market head unit. If you are using a signal source that only has speaker level outputs, adapters are included with each amp. Please wire them according to the adjacent image. Note, there are electronic components in these connectors used to attenuate the signal. Do not substitute conventional RCA terminals for these or damage may occur.

Red+ Black- Red White+ Blue-

Pass Through Connections

If you are using multiple subwoofer amplifiers in a single system, you can feed the audio signal to the additional amplifiers using the Pass Through Connection. This connection has the same signal as the Input RCA connections. You will need to set the gain, crossover and infrasonic filter settings the same on each amp. Clarion recommends the use of the SMD CC-1 to ensure the settings are identical.

Remote Level

The XC6140 amplifier includes a BC2 remote subwoofer level control. This control can be mounted in the front of the vehicle to allow the user to adjust the output of the amplifier to match his or her musical tastes. The provided cable should be attached at this point.

Crossover Frequency Control

This adjustment allows the use to alter the -3dB frequency of the crossover. The crossover control is adjustable from 50Hz to 500Hz. When the amplifier is being used with a source unit or processor with it's own low-pass filter, set the crossover to 500Hz.

Power / Protect LED

This LED will illuminate Green when the amp is powered up. In the event that the internal protection circuitry is activated due to a short circuit, over-temperature or low voltage condition, this LED will illuminate in Red.

Infrasonic Filter Frequency Control

This adjustment allows the use to alter the -3dB frequency of the infrasonic filter. In some applications, it is desirable to limit the amount of low frequency information the amplifier is producing because it may over-drive a subwoofer installed in a vented enclosure. The infrasonic filter control is adjustable from 10Hz to 50Hz and reduces the amount of audio information produced below the selected frequency.

Phase Control

This analog control allows you to alter the relative phase of the output of the amp with respect to the input signal. This is used to allow the installer to ensure that the output of the subwoofer system blends seamlessly with the midbass/midrange drivers being used in the system. To adjust, turn the control until your system produces maximum acoustical output at the crossover point.

Bass EQ Control

This control allows you to add up to 12dB of boost, centered at 45Hz to the audio signal. This will add impact and depth to the sound of your system. Be judicious with this control, as it can dramatically increase the current requirements of your amplifier, drive the amplifier into clipping and may cause damage to your subwoofer(s).

Speaker Output Terminals

The two positive and two negative speaker output terminals are paralleled internally to simplify the connection of multiple subwoofers.

Speaker Wiring Diagrams

Speaker Connections

The XC6140 amplifier is capable of driving reactive loads with a minimum nominal impedance of 2 Ohms. Clarion recommends the use of at least 12 AWG wire to connect your subwoofer(s).

2 Ohms Mono - One 4 Ohm Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer

Diagram of a car wheel assembly with four top-mounted units connected to a central hub (no text or labels)

2 Ohms Mono - Two Single 4 Ohm Voice Coil Subwoofers

Diagram showing car wheel assembly with three main components and two wheels, labeled with polarity indicators.

2 Ohms Mono - Two Dual 2 Ohm Voice Coil Subwoofers

Diagram showing car wheel connections with positive and negative polarity labels and a top panel of four vehicle units connected to wheels.

Your amplifier can only produce power if it is fed power efficiently. Clarion recommends the use of at least 4 AWG wire for power and ground connections. Clarion also recommends performing “The Big Three” upgrade to your electrical system when any high power amplifier is being installed. This includes upgrading the power wire between your battery and the alternator for both positive and ground connections, as well as the ground connection between the battery and the chassis and/or rear ground location.

The amplifier ground connection is the most important in terms of the reliable and efficient operation of your amplifier. This connection should be made to a solid and secure point on the vehicle chassis, or directly to the battery. Do not use a seat or seatbelt bolt as a ground location. All of the sound deadening, paint and primer should be removed from the chosen ground location and the wire should be secured with a bolt and locking fastener.

Battery Fuse +12V REM GND

Wiring Precautions

Read all of the wiring precautions prior to making any connections. If you are unsure and/or don't have the necessary installation hardware, contact your local Clarion dealer to perform the installation.

1. Before you begin the installation, make sure the vehicle is not running and is in the OFF position.
2. Disconnect the negative (-) lead of the battery (or batteries) before making any power connections.
3. When making connections, be sure that each connection is clean and secure.
4. Insulate all connections with heat shrink tubing where possible.
5. A fuse holder and fuse must be installed on the lead coming from the positive (+) terminal of the battery. This fuse should be located as close a possible to the battery terminal for maximum protection. Clarion does not recommend the use of a circuit breaker as a protection device.
6. The battery fuse rating should equal the total current consumption at full output of the amplifier(s) connected to that wire. Do not install the fuse until the entire installation has been completed.
7. When replacing the amplifier or power wire fuse, always use one having the same amperage rating. Substituting a higher rating fuse or a slow-blow type can result in serious damage to the amplifier or vehicle.

8. When creating passage holes for power wire, interconnect cables and speaker wires, use grommets and wire loom to eliminate any sharp edges created during drilling. This will protect the wire from being damaged and help to prevent a short circuit.

9. Once a safe and suitable location has been chosen for your amplifier, remove both top trim pieces from the amplifier using a mm hex driver. Store the four screws and trim pieces in a safe location.

10. Locate the amplifier and mark the mounting hole locations.
11. Remove the amp and pre-drill the mounting holes.
12. Replace the amplifier and secure with adequate hardware.
13. Replace the upper trim panel and secure.
14. Make all the power, signal and speaker connections to the amp.
15. Complete the remainder of the installation and finish tuning the amplifier and system.
16. Install the lower trim panel and secure.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Solution
Amplifier will not turn on - Power LED off	- Using a digital multi-meter, check for 12V at the +12V and REM Connection relative to the ground connection.- If the Auto Sensing circuit is being used, try reversing the + and - connections to the High Level RCA Adapters
Audio stops playing - Thermal protection circuit has shut down amp to protect the circuitry. Ensure there is adequate ventilation around the amplifier.- Fuse at the battery or amplifier is blown. Inspect and replace as required.- Amplifier is loaded below 2 Ohms. Check wiring and reconfigure as required.
Amp shuts off at high volumes	- Amplifier may not be getting enough power from your vehicle electrical system. Ensure that during operation, the voltage at the amplifier does not drop below 10V. Clarion recommends at least 4 AWG power wire for both +12V and GND connections.
Distorted Audio - Input gain is not set properly. Adjust as per instructions.- Source signal is distortion. Reduce source output level.- Speaker is damaged. Replace as necessary.
Less bass than expected	- One subwoofer or voice coil may be wired in reverse polarity. Switch the + and - leads.- Infrasonic filter may be set to high. Adjust lower.- Crossover may be set too low. Adjust higher
Fuse Blows - Amplifier output may be shorted. Check all wiring- Amplifier may be damaged. Remove all speaker wires and check functionality. If the fuse blows with no speakers connection, send the amplifier to Clarion for repair.
Whining or ticking noise	- The amplifier may picking up electrical noise that is traveling on the ground shield of the interconnect.1. Check for solid ground connections at the source unit and amplifier.2. Run a ground wire from the amplifier to the source unit.3. Re-route the interconnect cables away from sources of electrical noise. Ensure you are using good quality shielded interconnects.- The speaker wire or a passive crossover network may be picking up electrical noise. Reroute wiring as needed.

XC6140

Frequency Response: <10Hz to 550Hz

4 Ohm Power Output (CEA-2006A) 330W x 1 @ <1.0% THD

2 Ohm Power Output (CEA-2006A) 650W x 1 @ <1.0% THD

Signal to Noise Ratio (CEA-2006A) @ 1W/4 Ohms > -89 dBA

THD+N at Max Power 4 Ohms < 0.02%

Efficiency at Full Power (4 Ohms) 88.9%

Input Sensitivity 110mV to 3.5V

Crossover Range 50Hz to 500Hz

Crossover Slope -12dB/Octave LPF

Clarion XC6140 6.82" 173.3mm 8.75" 222mm 2.16" 55mm Clarion 2X30 AMP MAX +12V REM GND INPUT CH1 PASS THROUGH MTR GAIN REMOTE LEVEL FTCOL H RUNCHIC FILTER H PHASE BASS CO 2.0 MIN SPEAKER OUTPUT

LIMITED WARRANTY

This Clarion product, when purchased from AND installed by an authorized Clarion dealer in good standing, is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a two (2) year period from the date of original purchase.

All Clarion cables, wires and other accessories, if purchased from an authorized Clarion dealer are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase.

ALL PURCHASES OF CLARION PRODUCTS FROM NON-AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALERS ARE SUBJECT TO FURTHER WARRANTY RESTRICTIONS AS DESCRIBED BELOW.

The conditions of this Limited Warranty and the extent of responsibility of Clarion Corporation of America and Clarion Canada Incorporated (“Clarion”) under this Limited Warranty are as follows:

1. IN THE CASE OF THE TWO (2) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CLARION PRODUCTS, PROOF OF DATE OF PURCHASE AND PROOF OF INSTALLATION BY AN AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER IS REQUIRED.
2. This Limited Warranty will become void if service performed by anyone other than an approved Clarion Warranty Service Center results in damage to the products.
3. This Limited Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subject to misuse, neglect or accident, or which has had the serial number altered, defaced or removed, or which has been connected, installed, adjusted, operated or repaired, other than in accordance with the instructions furnished by Clarion. This Limited Warranty does not cover static, noise or other electrical interferences or labor costs for the removal or re-installation of the unit for repair.
4. The sole responsibility of Clarion under this Limited Warranty shall be limited to the repair of the products or replacement of the product, at the sole discretion of Clarion.
5. Product must be shipped in its original carton or equivalent carton, fully insured, with shipping charges prepaid. Clarion will not assume any responsibility for any loss or damage incurred in shipping.
6. CLARION PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM A SOURCE OTHER THAN AN AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER, INCLUDING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES VIA THE INTERNET FROM A NON INTERNET AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER, SHALL NOT BE COVERED BY ANY CLARION LIMITED WARRANTY TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LAW. IN THE EVENT AND TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE LAW PROHIBITS ELIMINATION OF WARRANTIES UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES, THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE FIFTEEN (15) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE.
7. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW SHALL HAVE NO GREATER DURATION THAN THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL CLARION BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT. BECAUSE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
8. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
9. The laws of the State of California shall govern and control this limited warranty, its interpretation and enforcement.

MERCI

Clipped Sine wave Sine wave unclipped Sine wave well below clipping

Diagram of a tire assembly with four wheels and a central hub, showing polarity indicators (no text or labels)

2 Ohm Mono - Deux Subwoofers Bobine Simple 4 Ohm

Diagram showing car wheel layout with positive and negative terminal connections and four vehicle components labeled with polarity indicators.

2 Ohm Mono - Deux Subwoofers Bobine Double 2 Ohm

Diagram showing car wheel connections with positive and negative polarity labels and a connector block above

This Clarion product, when purchased from AND installed by an authorized Clarion dealer in good standing, is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a two (2) year period from the date of original purchase.

All Clarion cables, wires and other accessories, if purchased from an authorized Clarion dealer are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase.

ALL PURCHASES OF CLARION PRODUCTS FROM NON-AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALERS ARE SUBJECT TO FURTHER WARRANTY RESTRICTIONS AS DESCRIBED BELOW.

The conditions of this Limited Warranty and the extent of responsibility of Clarion Corporation of America and Clarion Canada Incorporated (“Clarion”) under this Limited Warranty are as follows:

1. IN THE CASE OF THE TWO (2) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CLARION PRODUCTS, PROOF OF DATE OF PURCHASE AND PROOF OF INSTALLATION BY AN AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER IS REQUIRED.
2. This Limited Warranty will become void if service performed by anyone other than an approved Clarion Warranty Service Center results in damage to the products.
3. This Limited Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subject to misuse, neglect or accident, or which has had the serial number altered, defaced or removed, or which has been connected, installed, adjusted, operated or repaired, other than in accordance with the instructions furnished by Clarion.
   This Limited Warranty does not cover static, noise or other electrical interferences or labor costs for the removal or re-installation of the unit for repair.
4. The sole responsibility of Clarion under this Limited Warranty shall be limited to the repair of the products or replacement of the product, at the sole discretion of Clarion.
5. Product must be shipped in its original carton or equivalent carton, fully insured, with shipping charges prepaid. Clarion will not assume any responsibility for any loss or damage incurred in shipping.
6. CLARION PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM A SOURCE OTHER THAN AN AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER, INCLUDING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES VIA THE INTERNET FROM A NON INTERNET AUTHORIZED CLARION DEALER, SHALL NOT BE COVERED BY ANY CLARION LIMITED WARRANTY TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LAW. IN THE EVENT AND TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE LAW PROHIBITS ELIMINATION OF WARRANTIES UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES, THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE FIFTEEN (15) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE.
7. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW SHALL HAVE NO GREATER DURATION THAN THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL CLARION BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT. BECAUSE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
8. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
9. The laws of the State of California shall govern and control this limited warranty, its interpretation and enforcement.

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