Vision V800A - Loudspeaker ESX - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	ESX
Model	Vision V800A
Type	Bass speaker (subwoofer) with passive radiator
Speaker size	20 cm (8")
Passive radiator	20 cm (8")
RMS output power	1 x 200 W
Max. output power	1 x 400 W
Low-pass filter	50 – 150 Hz, slope 12/18 dB/octave
Subsonic filter	Fixed at 15 Hz
Phase	0° / 180°
Bass Boost	0 – 12 dB at 45 Hz
Power supply	12 V (9 – 15 V), negative ground
Fuse	25 A
Dimensions (W x H x D)	235 x 275 x 350/240 mm
Audio inputs	RCA and high level input (HI LEVEL)
Input sensitivity adjustment	LEVEL, rotary
Filter slope	Selectable 12 dB or 18 dB
Special features	Auto turn-on, remote bass level control, protection circuit
Indicators	POWER LED (green), PROTECT LED (red)
Recommended installation	In the trunk, with sufficient ventilation, separate audio and power wiring
Safety	Disconnect battery before installation, fuse near battery

Frequently Asked Questions - Vision V800A ESX

How to install the Vision V800A subwoofer?

First disconnect the negative battery terminal. Mount the amplifier in a ventilated area, preferably in the trunk. Connect the GND terminal to ground, then the +12V terminal via a fused cable (within 30 cm of the battery). Connect the REM wire to the head unit's remote output. Finally, connect the audio cables (RCA or high level) and the speakers.

What is the recommended power supply?

The device requires a 12 V (9 to 15 V) power supply with negative ground. Use a cable of adequate gauge (at least 4 mm² for power) and a 25 A fuse near the battery.

What to do if the PROTECT LED is red?

This indicates overheating or a short circuit. Turn off the system and let it cool. Check ventilation and ensure correct speaker impedance. If the problem persists, check connections and battery voltage.

How to adjust the Bass Boost?

Turn the BASS BOOST control (reference 11) to adjust bass level from 0 to 12 dB at 45 Hz. Caution: excessive use may damage speakers.

What is the phase switch for?

The PHASE SHIFT switch (reference 12) allows selecting 0° or 180° to synchronize the subwoofer response with other speakers in the vehicle, improving sound quality.

How to use the auto turn-on function?

Set the AUTO TURN ON switch (reference 9) to ON. The amplifier detects voltage on the high level input and turns on automatically with the source. In this case, the REM connection is not needed. Note: this function may not work with some older sources.

How to adjust the input sensitivity?

Set the head unit volume to halfway, then turn the LEVEL control (reference 10) until you achieve a moderate listening volume. This ensures sufficient power headroom and a good signal-to-noise ratio.

How to connect the remote bass level control?

Use the supplied cable to connect the remote control (reference 16) to the REMOTE connector (reference 15) on the amplifier. You can then adjust the bass level from the driver's seat.

What cables to use for installation?

For power, use a sufficiently thick cable (at least 4 mm²) with a 25 A fuse. For audio signals, use shielded RCA cables or quality high-level cable. Keep audio cables away from power cables to avoid interference.

What to do in case of excessive engine noise?

Check that audio cables are routed away from power cables. Try connecting the source directly to the amplifier to locate the noise. Ensure ground connections are clean and tight. If needed, add an extra ground wire from the battery to the chassis.

USER MANUAL Vision V800A ESX

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ACTIVE SUBWOOFER SYSTEM
V800A

INHALTSVERZEICHNIS TABLE OF CONTENT TABLE DES MATIÈRES SOMMARIO INDICE

HOCHPEGELEINGÄNGE

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

SPECIFICATIONS	V800A
Subwoofer	20 cm (8")
Passive Radiator	20 cm (8")
Output Power RMS	1 x 200 W
Output Power Max	1 x 400 W
Lowpass Filter	50 – 150 Hz @ 12/18dB/Octave
Subsonic Filter	Fixed at 15 Hz
Phase Shift	0° / 180°
Bass Boost	0 – 12 dB @ 45 Hz
Operating Voltage	+12 V (9 – 15 V), negative ground
Fuse Rating	25 A
Dimensions (B x H x L)	235 x 275 x 350/240 mm

All Specifications are subject to change

IMPORTANT NOTES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

• 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 heat sink 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. 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.
• Avoid any damage or removing of the components of the vehicle like wires, cables, board computer, seat belts, gas tank or the like.

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.

First connect the GND terminal [6] 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 [4] of the amplifier with the battery by using an appropriate cable including an in-line fuse. This fuse [2] should be located very close to the battery [1]; 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 [3] from the head unit with the amplifier's REM terminal [5]. A cable with a cross-section of 0.5mm^2 is adequate.

AUDIO SIGNAL CABLES

When installing the audio cables between the RCA outputs of the head unit and the RCA inputs of the amplifier [7], 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 of the vehicle on the right side or vice versa. This prevents interferences due to crosstalk into the audio signal.

HIGH LEVEL INPUTS & AUTO TURN ON

The high level inputs under HI LEVEL INPUT [8] is suitable to connect the device input with speaker wires, if your head unit is not equipped with pre-amplifier RCA outputs. Extend therefore every regarding speaker cable from your head unit with appropriate speaker cables from your car audio retailer to the mounting location of the amplifier. Then connect the each matching loudspeaker cable with the cables of the included High Level Input jack.

CAUTION: Never use the high level inputs and the RCA inputs at the same time. This may damage the device seriously.

AUTO TURN ON

Push the AUTO TURN ON switch [9] to ON position. The amplifier detects now a voltage rise (6 Volts) over the connected input signal on the HI LEVEL INPUT [8] when the head unit will be switched on. Hence, the amplifier will also be turned on. As soon as the head unit will be turned off, the amplifier turns also automatically off. In this case the turn-on connection [3] is not needed.

NOTE: The AUTO TURN ON function usually works with 90% of all head units, because they are equipped with "High Power"-outputs. Only with a few older and still existing head units the Auto Turn On function is not working.

INPUT SENSITIVITY

Turn the LEVEL [10] controller of the amplifier to the MIN position. Then turn the volume controller of the head unit to 80 - 90% of its full setting. Now turn LEVEL [10] clockwise until you hear some distortion. Then turn back LEVEL [10] slightly until you hear a cleaner sound.

VARIABLE BASS BOOST

By using the BASS BOOST controller [11] you are able to increase the bass enhancement from 0 to 12 dB. ATTENTION: Use the BASS BOOST wisely!

PHASE SHIFT SWITCH

The PHASE SHIFT switch [12] allows to switch the phase from 0^ to 180^ to match the output signal with the vehicle's interior acoustic.

VARIABLE LOW PASS FILTER

Set the desired crossover frequency by using the controller LOW PASS [13]. Thus to that only the frequencies below the chosen crossover frequency will be amplified and the subwoofer plays more precisely and efficient. With the CROSSOVER SLOPE switch [14] the slew rate of the low pass filter can be set. The slew rate determines whether the filtered out frequencies should be attenuated normal (12dB) or high (18dB).

With the included bass level cable remote controller [16] allows to adjust the bass level e.g. out of the driver's seat. Connect the remote controller and the REMOTE terminal [15] with the enclosed cable.

PROTECTION CIRCUIT

The PROTECT LED [17] lights up red, when the amplifier 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 amplifier automatically. The amplifier should work again properly after you have solved the problems.

The POWER LED [18] lights up green, if the amplifier is in operation.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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

Procedure 1:

Check Amplifier 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 amplifier. 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 amplifier, 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 INPUT 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 airflow 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 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.

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 head unit 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.

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