Titan Evolution TXE1500/1 - Receiver Hifonics - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Mono amplifier
Brand	Hifonics
Model	Titan Evolution TXE1500/1
Technology	Class D
Channels	1
RMS power @ 4 Ω	300 W
RMS power @ 2 Ω	500 W
RMS power @ 1 Ω	750 W
Load impedance	1 - 8 Ω
Harmonic distortion (@ 5 W)	0.02 %
Signal-to-noise ratio	80 dB
Low level input sensitivity	380 mV - 10.2 V
High level input sensitivity	275 mV - 7.7 V
Subsonic filter	10 - 35 Hz @ 12 dB/octave
Low-pass filter	40 - 150 Hz @ 12 dB/octave
Phase adjustment	0 - 180°
Bass boost	0 - 12 dB @ 45 Hz
Master/slave mode	Yes
Power supply	7.7 - 20 V
Fuse	3 x 30 A
Dimensions (L x H x D)	217 x 57 x 250 mm

Frequently Asked Questions - Titan Evolution TXE1500/1 Hifonics

How to install the amplifier in the vehicle?

Fix the device to a suitable mounting location using screws. Make sure the device cannot vibrate while driving. Install it in a location offering sufficient air circulation for cooling. Disconnect the negative battery terminal before starting installation.

What to do if the protection LED (red) lights up?

The red LED indicates overheating or an error. First check if there is a short circuit on the speaker cables. Measure the speaker impedance (must be greater than 0.5 Ω). Make sure the load impedance is not too low. Check the power cable gauge (too small can cause overheating). Let the amplifier cool down for about half an hour.

What cables to use for power?

Use power cables of sufficient gauge. The gauge must be the same for +12V and ground. The positive power cable must be protected by a fuse near the battery (not included). The cable length between the battery and the fuse must be less than 30 cm.

How to adjust the input level (LEVEL INPUT)?

Turn the LEVEL INPUT controller fully counterclockwise (MIN). Set the car stereo volume between 80% and 90% of the maximum. Slowly turn LEVEL INPUT clockwise until you hear slight distortion, then turn back slightly to eliminate the distortion.

What speaker impedance is recommended?

The total impedance must not be lower than 1 Ω for one subwoofer or 2 Ω for two subwoofers. An impedance too low can damage the amplifier. The load impedance must be between 1 and 8 Ω.

How to use automatic turn-on via high level inputs?

Connect the car stereo speaker cables to the high level inputs (HIGH LEVEL INPUT). The amplifier detects the DC offset of the audio signal and turns on automatically with the car stereo. In this mode, do not connect the REM wire. The function may not work with older car stereos.

How to connect a subwoofer in master/slave mode?

Connect the car stereo RCA outputs to the input of the master amplifier. Connect the OUT MASTER output to the IN SLAVE input via an RCA cable. Connect one subwoofer to each amplifier. For a 2-8 Ω impedance, you can also connect the subwoofer between the master's positive output and the slave's negative output.

What to do in case of audible distortion?

Lower the LEVEL INPUT controller. Reduce the Bass Boost. Check the car stereo settings (Loudness, equalizer). Make sure the input signal is not too strong. If distortion persists, check the filter settings (subsonic or low-pass).

How to adjust the subsonic filter?

The SUB SONIC controller adjusts the low cutoff frequency (10-35 Hz). Turn it to filter lower frequencies. To disable the filter, turn it fully to the left (10 Hz position). Caution: if the subsonic filter is set higher than the low-pass filter, no sound will be output.

How to clean and maintain the amplifier?

Disconnect power before cleaning. Use a dry soft cloth to wipe the surface. Do not use chemical or abrasive products. Make sure the ventilation openings are not blocked. Avoid moisture and dust.

USER MANUAL Titan Evolution TXE1500/1 Hifonics

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ACHTUNG

	TXE1500/1
Technology Class D
Channels 1
Output Power RMS (14.4 V)
@ 4 Ω	1 x 300 W
@ 2 Ω	1 x 500 W
@ 1 Ω	1 x 750 W
Loudspeaker impedance 1 - 8 Ω
Total Harmonic Distortion @ 5 W 0.02 %
Damping factor 140
Signal-to-noise ratio 80 dB
Input sensitivity
Low level	380 mV - 10.2 V
High level	275 mV - 7.7 V
Subsonic filter 10 - 35 Hz @ 12 dB/octave
Low pass filter 40 - 150 Hz @ 12 dB/octave
Phase shift 0 - 180°
Bass boost 0 - 12 dB @ 45 Hz
Master/Slave mode	✓
Bass level remote controller	✓
Low level inputs (RCA)	✓
High level inputs with EPS*	✓
Auto turn-on function (DC) via high level inputs	✓
Operating voltage 7.7 - 20 V
Fuse 3 x 30 A
Dimensions
Width	217 mm
Height	57 mm
Length	250 mm

Technical changes and errors reserved * Prevents error messages in the vehicle diagnostic system

12V

% 10 ~ 90% 5 ~ 50°C

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CAUTION

Please read these operating instructions completely before starting the installation and putting the device into operation.

INTENDED USE

This product is designed to operate in a vehicle with an on-board voltage of +12 V with negative ground. The device functions as an audio amplifier that is used within a vehicle sound system. If you have any questions about product safety, please contact: [e-mail]

DISPOSAL/RECYCLING

If you have to dispose the device and its components, please note that no electronic devices must be disposed in the household waste. Dispose of the device and its components at a suitable recycling facility in accordance with local waste regulations. If necessary, consult your local authority or dealer.

More information at www.audiodesign.de/english/disposal

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

1 x Mono amplifier
1 x Bass level remote controller including connection cable
1 x Cable harness with 4-pin plug (high level inputs with EPS)
1 x Owner's manual

IMPORTANT NOTES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

• Attach the device to a suitable mounting location in the vehicle by using screws. Make sure that the device cannot vibrate while driving and that it is screwed tightly.
• During installation, make sure that no parts that are standard in the vehicle, such as cables, on-board computers, seat belts, tank or similar parts, are damaged or removed.
• Make sure that the device receives sufficient cooling at the installation location. Do not mount the device in closed housings that are too small without air circulation or near heat-radiating parts or electronic controls of the vehicle.
• All cables should be kept as short as possible to avoid losses and interference.
• Protect the device from moisture, dust and dirt.
• Make sure that the input/output cables are far enough away from the power supply cables, otherwise interference may occur.
• The performance and reliability of the sound system depends on the quality of the installation. It is best to have the installation carried out by an installation specialist.

CAUTION

Before you start with the installation, disconnect the ground (−) terminal of the vehicle battery to avoid short circuits and damage.

POWER SUPPLY AND TURN-ON CONNECTION

To connect the power supply, only use power cables that are sufficiently dimensioned (See page 43, fig. 7). The cross-section of the cables must be the same size for +12V and ground.

First establish a connection between the GND terminal of the amplifier and a suitable ground point on the vehicle body (Fig. 2.1). To guarantee a good connection, remove any dirt and rust from the ground point.

Then connect the +12V terminal of the amplifier to the positive terminal of the vehicle battery (Fig. 2.3).

In addition, the positive power cable must be protected with another fuse near the battery (Fig. 2.5). This fuse is not included in the scope of delivery and should have the same fuse value as the included fuse. For safety reasons, the cable length from the positive terminal of the battery to the fuse must be less than 30 cm.

Then connect the power cable of the car radio to the REM terminal (Fig. 2.3) of the amplifier. A cable with a cross-section of approx. 0.5mm^2 is sufficient for this connection.

LOUDSPEAKER CONNECTION

• The total impedance of 1 must not be exceeded when operating with a subwoofer
• The total impedance of 2 must not be exceeded when operating with two subwoofers

CAUTION: If the amplifier is operated with speaker impedances that are too low, it could be overloaded and thus permanently damaged.

STATUS LED

The POWER/PROTECT LED (Fig. 1.1) lights up blue, when the amplifier is in operation.

The POWER/PROTECT LED (Fig. 1.1) lights up red, when the device is overheated or an error has occurred. After cooling down, the device should work again. If the error persists, please note the information in the section TROUBLESHOOTING.

BLC REMOTE

With the included remote, the bass level can be adjusted e.g. from the driver's seat. Connect the remote at the BLC REMOTE terminal (Fig. 1.2) with the included cable.

BASS BOOST

With the BASS BOOST controller (Fig. 1.3) you can adjust the bass level between 0-12 dB. Use this controller carefully to avoid distorted playback.

LOW PASS FILTER

Set the desired crossover frequency by using the controller LOW PASS (Fig. 1.4). Thus to that only the frequencies below the chosen crossover frequency will be amplified and the subwoofer plays more precisely and efficient.

SUBSONIC FILTER

With the SUB SONIC controller (Fig. 1.5) you can adjust the lower crossover frequency, to filter the very low frequencies to relieve the subwoofer or to generate a bandpass signal. If you don't want to use this function, turn the controller (Fig. 1.5) to the very left to the 10 Hz position.

CAUTION: If the controller SUB SONIC (Fig. 1.5) is set higher than the controller LOW PASS (Fig. 1.4), no audio signal is heard.

PHASE SHIFT

With the PHASE SHIFT controller (Fig. 1.6) you can adjust the phase shift between 0^ and 180^ in order to align the sound waves generated by the subwoofer with the main speakers.

INPUT SENSITIVITY

Turn the LEVEL INPUT controller (Fig. 1.7) counterclockwise to the MIN position. Then turn the volume control on the car radio to 80% – 90% of the maximum volume. Now slowly turn the LEVEL INPUT controller (Fig. 1.7) clockwise until you hear slight distortion from the speakers. Then turn back the LEVEL INPUT controller (Fig. 1.7) a little until you can no longer hear any distortion.

LOW LEVEL INPUTS

The low level inputs on LINE INPUT (Fig. 1.8) are suitable for connecting RCA cables if your car radio has RCA preamplifier outputs. Then connect the RCA sockets with the RCA cables from the car radio.

A spatially separate installation, i.e. installing the power cable in the left cable duct and the RCA cables in the right cable duct of the vehicle or vice versa, is recommended to reduce interference.

HIGH LEVEL INPUTS & AUTO TURN-ON

The inputs HIGH LEVEL INPUT (Fig. 6) are suitable for connecting speaker cables if your car radio does not have RCA preamplifier outputs. To do this, extend the corresponding speaker cables from your car radio to the installation location of the amplifier using suitable high-quality speaker cables. Then connect the speaker cables to the cables of the included high level input plug accordingly.

CAUTION: Never use HIGH LEVEL INPUT and LINE INPUT at the same time. This could seriously damage the device.

The amplifier detects a voltage increase due to a so-called "DC offset" in the audio signal present at HIGH LEVEL INPUT (Fig. 6). When the car radio is turned on, the amplifier is automatically turns on. As soon as the car radio is turned off, the amplifier also turns off. The connection for the turn-on line REM (Fig. 2,2) has no function in this case and does not need to be used.

CAUTION: The auto turn-on function only works in conjunction with HIGH LEVEL INPUT. This function may not be available with older car radios.

FIGURES (P. 40-43)

CONNECTIONS AND CONTROLLERS (FIG. 1)

(1) Status LED
(2) Terminal for the included bass level remote controller
(3) Rotary controller for bass boost
(4) Rotary controller for low pass filter
(5) Rotary controller for subsonic filter
(6) Rotary controller for phase shift
(7) Rotary controller for input sensitivity
(8) RCA jacks for the low level inputs

POWER SUPPLY AND TURN-ON CONNECTION (FIG. 2)

(1) GND terminal for the ground connection
(2) REM terminal for the turn-on signal from the car radio
(3) +12 V terminal for the positive connection from the vehicle battery
(4) External cable fuse for +12V power wire (not included in the scope of delivery)

MONO OPERATION / 1 SUBWOOFER (FIG. 3)

(1) Bass level remote controller
(2) Audio signal L/SUB from the car radio
(3) Audio signal R/SUB from the car radio
(4) Subwoofer +/- (1 - 8 Ω)

MONO OPERATION / 2 SUBWOOFERS (FIG. 4)

(1) Bass level remote controller
(2) Audio signal L/SUB from the car radio
(3) Audio signal R/SUB from the car radio
(4) Subwoofer 1 +/- (1 - 8 Ω)
(5) Subwoofer 2 +/- (2 - 8 Ω)

(1) Bass level remote controller
(2) Audio signal L/SUB from the car radio
(3) Audio signal R/SUB from the car radio
(4) RCA connection between master OUT MASTER and slave IN SLAVE
(5) Subwoofer 1 +/- at master SPEAKER OUTPUT (1 - 8 Ω)
(6) Subwoofer 2 +/- at slave SPEAKER OUTPUT (1 - 8 Ω, reversed polarity) alternatively:
(7) Subwoofer + at master SPEAKER OUTPUT and Subwoofer - at slave SPEAKER OUTPUT (2 - 8 Ω)

HIGH LEVEL INPUTS (FIG. 6)

Please note the information on page 43.

POWER SUPPLY CABLES (FIG. 7)

Please note the recommendations on page 43 for the cable length and the cable cross-section of the power cables in order to ensure an adequate and safe power supply for the amplifier.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First check the fuse of the installed power cable on the vehicle battery

The fuse is defective?

Replace the defective fuse with one of equal value, but never with a higher value.

- The fuse fails again.

In this case there appears to be a short circuit between the fuse and the device. To do this, check the entire length of the +12V power cable from the battery to the device for damage and whether there is a short circuit to ground, e.g. a contact with the vehicle chassis or body. If necessary, replace the defective power cable.

The fuse is apparently okay?

Use a standard 12 volt voltmeter to check the voltage between the +12V connection and the ground connection on the device.

- There is no voltage.

Use the voltmeter to check the fuse located near the vehicle battery to see if there is voltage between the output and ground.

If there is no voltage there, either the fuse holder or the fuse is defective, even though it appears to be okay. If necessary, replace the fuse holder or fuse.

- There is voltage.

If you operate the device with a turn-on cable (REM) from the car radio to the REM connection of the device:

A turn-on cable (REM) is connected to the REM connection of the device.

Use the voltmeter to check whether there is voltage between the device's REM terminal and ground. The car radio must be switched on.

There is no voltage.

- Check the turn-on cable from the device to the car radio for a short circuit or damage. If necessary, replace the turn-on cable.

There is voltage.

- The device is probably malfunctioning or defective. Contact your specialist dealer.

If you operate the device with the speaker signals (high level mode) without turn-on cable:

- Check the speaker cables from the car radio to the device for short circuits or damage. If necessary, replace the speaker wires or insulate the damaged area.

PROTECT LED IS ON

Check the following steps:

Short circuit on the speaker cables

First disconnect all speaker cables from the amplifier. Use a multimeter to check the ohmic impedance of each loudspeaker by measuring between its plus and minus lines. With standard loudspeakers the value fluctuates between 3 and 5 ohms. The values for low-resistance subwoofers can be lower.

• The measurement shows a resistance value of less than 0.5 Ohms

Then there is a short circuit. Remove the cables of the affected loudspeaker at its connections. Now use the multimeter to check the ohmic impedance directly at the loudspeaker connections by measuring between the plus and minus connections.

The measurement shows a resistance value of more than 0.5 Ohms

• The speaker is fine, so the speaker cables appears to be defective and causing a short circuit. Replace the defective speaker cable.

The measurement shows a resistance value of less than 0.5 Ohms

• The speaker appears to be defective and causes an short circuit. Replace the defective speaker.

The load impedance of the loudspeakers or the subwoofer is too low

Compare the ohmic impedance of the connected loudspeaker or subwoofer with the technical specifications of the amplifier. For example, if the amplifier is only designed for 2 or 4 ohm operation, no loudspeaker with less than 2 ohms may be connected.

The cross-section of the power cables is too small

If the cable cross-section is too small, this leads to an increased ohmic resistance and thus to a voltage drop (voltage loss). This indicates that the amplifier consumes more power. The increased power consumption results in a significantly higher heat development and the amplifier switches to thermal protection mode. If necessary, lay power cables with a larger cable cross-section.

The amplifier is overheated

Every amplifier requires sufficient air circulation to be able to dissipate the heat generated during operation. If necessary, change the installation position in favor of better cooling of the amplifier or ensure better air circulation at the installation location.

Turn off the sound system and wait about half an hour for the amplifier to cool down again. With very hot outside temperatures and strong sunlight, enormous heat develops inside the vehicle. The amplifier then activates its thermal protection circuit to prevent damage. After cooling down, the amplifier works properly again.

TROUBLESHOOTING

NO SOUND / POWER LED IS ON

Check the following steps:

Low level mode: Are the RCA cables on the car radio and the device connected correctly?The RCA cables are connected correctly.An RCA cable could be defective. Check the function of the RCA cables on another audio device. If necessary, replace the defective RCA cable.

High level mode: Are the speaker cables connected correctly to the car radio and the device's high level inputs or to the high level cable connector?The speaker cables are connected correctly.A speaker cable could be defective. If necessary, replace the speaker cable or insulate the damaged area.

Are the speaker cables between the speakers or subwoofer connected correctly to the speaker outputs on the device?The speaker cables are connected correctly.A speaker cable could be defective. If necessary, replace the speaker cable or insulate the damaged area.

Is the respective high-pass filter or subsonic filter on the device set higher than the low-pass filter?Then slowly turn down the high pass filter or subsonic filter control until you hear the sound.

Are the speakers or subwoofer working?Hold a standard 9 volt block battery to the connections of the speaker or subwoofer.A faint cracking noise can be heard.Speaker or subwoofer is fine.Nothing can be heard.Speaker or subwoofer could be defective. If necessary, replace the defective component.

Are the settings on the car radio set correctly?Check the fader and balance settingsCheck whether mute is enabledCheck whether a high-pass or low-pass filter is activatedCheck whether playback is pausedCheck source signal settingsCheck whether any subwoofer output is activated

AUDIBLE NOISES (ENGINE SPEED-DEPENDENT)

Check the following steps:

Have the RCA cables been laid separately from the power cable in the vehicle?If necessary, re-route the cables and make sure that the RCA cables are laid separately from the power cable on the left and right of the vehicle.

Is the ground connection of the device connected correctly?Make sure that the ground connection of the device is not connected directly to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. Select a suitable ground point on the vehicle body to connect. If necessary, use contact spray to improve the conductivity of the connections.

Is the conductivity of the vehicle battery ground cable to the body okay?Make sure that the ground connection of the vehicle battery has a stable and conductive connection to the body. If necessary, use contact spray to improve the conductivity of the connections.

AUDIBLE DISTORTION OR HISSING NOISES

Check the following steps:

Is the input level controller on the device set too high?Slowly turn the controller down until you hear a clean audio signal.

Is the bass boost on the device set too high?Slowly turn the controller down until you hear a clean audio signal.

Is the loudness function on the car radio set too high?Disable loudness or turn down the loudness setting until you hear a clean audio signal.

Are the EQ and sound settings on the car radio set too high?Turn down the treble, mid and bass settings or turn off the equalizer until you hear a clean audio signal.

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