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| Product Type | Car Stereo / Car Radio |
| Brand | ESX |
| Model | SE 5800 |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 178 x 50 x 160 mm (1-DIN) |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Power Supply | DC 12V (negative ground) |
| Maximum Output Power | 4 x 50 Watts |
| Audio Formats Supported | CD, CD-R/RW, MP3, WMA |
| Radio Bands | FM, AM (MW) |
| Built-in Bluetooth | Yes (hands-free calling & audio streaming) |
| USB Port | Front USB (MP3/WMA playback) |
| Aux Input | 3.5 mm front auxiliary input |
| Display | LCD with white illumination |
| Remote Control | Included (wired or IR) |
| Preamp Outputs | 2 pairs (front/rear) RCA |
| Equalizer | Preset EQ (Rock, Pop, Classic, etc.) |
| Detachable Faceplate | Yes (security feature) |
| Maintenance | Wipe with soft dry cloth; avoid solvents |
| Safety | Use specified fuse (10A); professional installation recommended |
| Spare Parts & Repairability | Contact ESX service center for genuine parts |
| General Information | Manufacturer: ESX; Model year: 2020; Manual available in PDF |
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USER MANUAL SE 5800 ESX
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Abstract geometric logo design with stylized letter 'S' and diagonal lines (no text or symbols)CAR AUDIO SYSTEMS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 16
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 17
SE5800 19
Features and operational controls 19
Interconnection example 5-Channel-Mode: Stereo Front & Rearsystem + Subwoofer 20
Interconnection example 3-Channel-Mode: Stereosystem bridged + Subwoofer 22
SPECIFICATIONS 24
TROUBLE SHOOTING 25
This symbol adverts you a important reference note on the following pages. Attend these reference notes by any means, otherwise damage of the device or the vehicle may be caused. Furthermore serious injuries may be caused by not following these reference notes.
REFERENCE NOTE!
VERY IMPORTANT ADVICE FOR THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION IN NEWER VEHICLES!
In vehicles with a newer year of manufacturing (since approx. 2002), normally computer controlled diagnosis- and controlling systems are applied - like CAN-BUS or MOST-BUS interfaces. By the installation of a car audio amplifier a new appliance will be added to the 12V on-board electrical system, which may cause under several circumstances error messages or may interrupt this factory made diagnosis system, as a result of high stress peaks and a higher power consumption. Thus to this, depending on model and manufacturer, the driving safety or important security systems like airbags, ESC or others could be interrupted.
If you plan to operate the amplifier in a vehicle like described above, please follow these instructions:
- Admit the installation only by a skilled specialist, best by a service company, which is specialized on maintenance and repairing your vehicle and which is familiar with the electrical on-board system of the vehicle.
- After the installation, order by any means a computer based diagnosis of the on-board system by your service company to detect possible malfunctions or error messages.
- If the on-board system is interrupted by the installation of the amplifier, in-between installed power capacitors can stabilize the electrical on-board system and ensure a proper and stable operation.
- The best solution is the integration of an additional second 12V electrical system for the complete sound system, which can be operated independently via a own battery supply.
CONSULT BY ANY MEANS YOUR CAR SPECIALIZED SERVICE COMPANY!
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR LATER PURPOSES!
PLEASE ATTEND THE FOLLOWING ADVICES BEFORE THE FIRST OPERATION!
THE PURCHASED DEVICE IS ONLY SUITABLE FOR AN OPERATION WITH A 12V ON-BOARD ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OF A VEHICLE. Otherwise fire hazard, risk of injury and electric shock consists.
PLEASE DO NOT MAKE ANY OPERATION OF THE SOUND-SYSTEM, WHICH DISTRACT YOU FROM A SAFE DRIVING. Do not make any procedures, which demand a longer attention. Perform these operations not until you have stopped the vehicle on a safe place. Otherwise the risk of accident consists.
ADJUST THE SOUND VOLUME TO AN APPROPRIATE LEVEL, THAT YOU ARE STILL ABLE TO HEAR EXTERIOR NOISES WHILE DRIVING. High performance sound systems in vehicles may generate the acoustic pressure of a live concert. The permanent listening to extrem loud music may cause the loss of your hearing abilities. The hearing of extreme loud music while driving may derogate your cognition of warning signals in the traffic. In the interests of the common safeness, we suggest to drive with a lower sound volume. Otherwise the risk of accident consists.
DO NOT COVER COOLING VENTS AND HEATSINKS. Otherwise this may cause heat accumulation in the device and fire hazard consists.
DO NOT OPEN THE DEVICE. Otherwise fire hazard, risk of injury and electric shock consists. Also this may cause a loss of the warranty.
REPLACE FUSES ONLY WITH FUSE WITH THE SAME RATING. Otherwise fire hazard and risk of electric shock consists.
DO NOT USE THE DEVICE ANY LONGER, IF A MALFUNCTION, WHICH REMAINS UNREMEDIED. Attend in this case the chapter TROUBLE SHOOTING. Otherwise risk of injury and the damage of the device consists. Commit the device to an authorized retailer.
THE INSTALLATION OF A POWER CAPACITOR WITH SUFFICIENT CAPACITY IS RECOMMENDED. High performance amplifiers cause high potential voltage drops and need a high power consumption at a high volume level. To relieve the vehicle's on-board system, it is recommended to install a power capacitor between the battery and the device which works as buffer. Consult your car audio retailer for the appropriate capacity.
INTERCONNECTION AND INSTALLATION SHOULD BE ACCOMPLISHED BY SKILLED STAFF ONLY. The interconnection and installation of this device demands technical aptitude and experience. For your own safness, commit the interconnexion and installation to your car audio retailer, where you have purchased the device.
DISCONNECT THE GROUND CONNECTION FROM THE VEHICLE'S BATTERY BEFORE INSTALLATION. Before you start with the installation of the sound system, disconnect by any means the ground supply wire from the battery, to avoid any risk of electric shock and short circuits.
CHOOSE A APPROPRIATE LOCATION FOR THE INSTALLATION OF THE DEVICE. Look for a appropriate location for the device, which ensures a sufficient air circulation. The best places are spare wheel cavities, and open spaces in the trunk area. Less suitable are storage spaces behind the side coverings or under the car seats.
DO NOT INSTALL THE DEVICE AT LOCATIONS, WHERE IT WILL BE EXPOSED TO HIGH HUMIDITY AND DUST. Install the device at a location, where it will be protected from high humidity and dust. If humidity and dust attain inside the device, malfunctions may be caused.
MOUNT THE DEVICE AND OTHER COMPONENTS OF THE SOUND SYSTEM SUFFICIENTLY. Otherwise the device and components may get loose and act as dangerous objects, which could cause serious harm and damages in the passenger room.
ATTEND NOT TO DAMAGE COMPONENTS, WIRES AND CABLES OF THE VEHICLE WHEN YOU DRILL THE MOUNTING HOLES. If you drill the mounting holes for the installation into the vehicle's chassis, ensure by any means, not to damage, block or tangent the fuel pipe, the gas tank, other wires or electrical cables.
ENSURE CORRECT CONNECTION OF ALL TERMINALS. Faulty connections may could cause fire hazard and lead to damages of the device.
DO NOT INSTALL AUDIO CABLES AND POWER SUPPLY WIRES TOGETHER. Attend while installation not to lead the audio cables between the headunit and the amplifier together with the power supply wires on the same side of the vehicle. The best is a areal separated installation in the left and right cable channel of the vehicle. Therewith a overlap of interferences on the audio signal will be avoided. This stands also for the equipped bass-remote wire, which should be installed not together with the power supply wires, but rather with the audio signal cables.
ENSURE THAT CABLES MAY NOT CAUGHT UP IN CLOSE-BY OBJECTS. Install all the wires and cables like described on the following pages, therewith these may not hinder the driver. Cables and wires which are installed close-by the steering wheel, gear lever or the brake pedal, may caught up and cause highly dangerous situations.
DO NOT SPLICE ELECTRICAL WIRES. The electrical wires should not be bared, to provide power supply to other devices. Otherwise the load capacity of the wire may get overloaded. Use therefor a appropriate distribution block. Otherwise fire hazard and risk of electric shock consists.
DO NOT USE BOLTS AND SCREW NUTS OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM AS GROUND POINT. Never use for the installation or the ground point bolts and screw-nuts of the brake system, steering system or other security-relevant components. Otherwise fire hazard consists or the driving safety will be derogated.
ENSURE NOT TO BEND OR SQUEEZE CABLES AND WIRES BY SHARP OBJECTS. Do not install cables and wires not close-by movable objects like the seat rail or may be bended or harmed by sharp and barbed edges. If you lead a wire or cable through the hole in a metal sheet, protect the insulation with a rubber grommet.
KEEP AWAY SMALL PARTS AND JACKS FROM CHILDREN. If objects like these will be swallowed, a risk of serious injuries consists. Consult promptly a medical doctor, if a child swallowed a small object.
REFERENCE NOTE
Before you start with the installation of the sound system, disconnect by any means the GROUND connection wire from the battery, to avoid any risk of electric shock and short circuits.
MECHANICAL INSTALLATION
Avoid any damage removing of the components of the vehicle like wires, cables, board computer, seat belts, gastank or the like.
Ensure that chosen location provide sufficient air circulation for the amplifier. Do not mount the device into small or sealed spaces without air circulation near by heat dispersing parts or electrical parts of the vehicle.
Do not mount the amplifier on top of a subwooferbox or any other vibrating parts, thereby parts in the inside of the amplifier may get loosen.
The wires and cables of power supply and the audio signal must be as short as possible, to avoid any losses and interferences.
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ESX Amplifier VehicleAt first you need to find a suitable location to install the amplifier into the vehicle.
Attend that there remains enough space for the installation of the cables and ensure that they will not be bended and have sufficient pull relief.
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4 x Pen or peening tool ESX Amplifie Mounting hole VehicleKeep the amplifier at the chosen mounting location in the vehicle.
Then mark the four drill holes with a appropriate pen or peening tool through the designated mounting holes at the amplifier.
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4 x Drill Marking VehiclePut the amplifier aside and then drill the holes for the mounting screws at the before marked locations.
Please ensure not to damage any components of the vehicle while drilling the holes. Alternatively (depends on the material of the surface) you can also use self-tapping screws.
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4 x ESX Amplifie Mounting screw Mounting hole VehicleThen uphold the amplifier to the chosen position and fix the screws through the mounting holes into the drilled screwholes.
Ensure that the mounted amplifier is fixed tight and not get loosen while driving.
ELECTRICAL INTERCONNECTION
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+ CH 1 - + CH 2 - + CH 3 - + CH 4 - + CH 5 - BRIDGED SPEAKER BRIDGED OUTPUT e13 021254 +12V REM GND POWER INPUT 3BEFORE THE CONNECTION
For the professional installation of a sound system appropriate wiring kits are available in car audio retailer stores. Attend the sufficient profile section (at least 25 mm ^2 ), the suitable fuse rating and the conductivity of the cables when you purchase your wiring kit. Clean and remove rust-streaked and oxidized areas on the contact points of the battery and the ground connection. Make sure that all screws are fixed tight after the installation, because loosely connections may cause malfunctions, insufficient power supply or interferences.
FUSE
The inserted fuses protect the amplifier from shorts and capacity overload. The equipped standard fuse is suitable for a 4 ohm speaker load. For a 2 ohm speaker load the current consumption increases by 50%, thereby the fuses may need to be replaced by fuses with a higher rating.
BATT+12V
Connect the BATT+12V-terminal with the +12V pole of the vehicle's battery. Use therefor a suitable cable with a sufficient cross section (min. 25 mm ^4 ) and install a additional in-line fuse. For safety reasons the distance between the fuseblock and the battery must be shorter than 30 cm. Do not install the fuse into the fuseblock until the installation is accomplished.
REM
Connect the turn-on signal (e.g. automatic antenna) or the turn-on remote signal of your headunit with the REM-terminal of the amplifier. Use therefor a suitable cable with a sufficient cross section (0,5 mm ^2 ). Thereby the amplifier will turn on or off automatically with your headunit.
GND
Connect this GROUND terminal with a suitable contact ground point on the vehicle's chassis. The ground wire must be as short as possible and must be connected to a blank metallic point at the vehicle's chassis. Ensure that this ground point has a stable and safe electric connection to the negative “-”pole of the battery. Check this ground wire from the battery to the ground point if possible and enforce it, if required. Use a ground wire with a sufficient cross section (at least 25 mm ^2 ) and the same size like the plus (+12V) power supply wire.
REFERENCE NOTE
Installation of RCA/Audio signal cables and power supply.
Attend while installation not to lead the audio cables between the headunit and the amplifier together with the power supply wires on the same side of the vehicle. The best is a areal separated installation in the left and right cable channel of the vehicle. Therewith a overlap of interferences on the audio signal will be avoided. This stands also for the equipped bass-remote wire, which should be installed not together with the power supply wires, but rather with the audio signal cables.
FUNCTIONS AND OPERATIONAL CONTROLS
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LINE INPUT CH5 CH4 CH2 LEVEL CH3 CH3 CH1 SV 0.2V FULL HPF SV 0.2V LEVEL CH 3/4 X-OVER CH 5 10Hz 150Hz 15Hz 55Hz SUBSONIC MODE LEVEL SV 0.2V FULL HPF CH 5 CH 1/2 X-OVER CH 5 10Hz 150Hz 30Hz 150Hz LPF REMOTE PROTECT POWER 1 2 5 7 3 1 3 9 3 AS SE5800 5 CHANNEL-AMPLIFIER - 100WATTS MAX.1 The LINE INPUT RCA jacks must be connected with the RCA output jacks of the headunit. By connecting only the CH1/2 and CH3/4 jacks, the MODE switch must be set to the 4CH position.
2 The LEVEL CH1/2, CH3/4 and CH5 controllers adjust the input sensitivity of the amplifier to align the audio signal of the head unit for the regarding channel pair (Channel 1/2, 3/4 or 5). The input sensitivity is adjustable from 5 to 0.2 Volts.
3 The CH1/2 and CH3/4 X-OVER switch selects the required operation mode of the amplifier on the regarding channel pair (Channel 1/2 or Channel 3/4).
Position HP: Highpass mode (The higher frequencies will be eliminated. Adjustable by the HPF highpass controller.)
Position FULL: Fullrange mode (The whole frequencies will be amplified).
4 The HPF(Highpassfilter) CH1/2 and CH3/4 controllers adjust the cut-off point of the frequency range to below for the regarding channel pair (Channel 1/2 or Channel 3/4). The cut-off frequency is continuously adjustable from 10 Hz to 150 Hz.
5 The SUB SONIC controller (Subsonicfilter) limits the ultralow and not hearable frequencies of the audiosignal on the subwoofer channel (5CH) to below, to avoid a mechanical and electrical overloading on the subwoofer. The cut-off frequency is adjustable from 15 to 55Hz and depends on the size of the subwoofer.
6 The INPUT MODE switch must be in 4CH position, if you connect only two RCA stereo audio cables with the CH1/2 and CH3/4 line inputs. Select the position 5CH, if you connect three RCA stereo audio cables with CH1/2, CH3/4 and CH5 line inputs. Therefore the additional available subwoofer lineout (SUB OUT) of your headunit on input CH5 is recommended.
If you select the 4CH mode, the input signal of LINE INPUT CH1/2 and CH3/4 will be routed to the subwoofer channel CH5. The subwoofer signal will be filtered out of the incoming signal. Due to this, only two RCA stereo audio cables are required and no Y-Adaptors are required.
7 The BASS BOOST CH5 controller adjust the bass boost enhancement on the subwoofer channel (CH5) continuously from 0dB to +12dB at 45 Hz.
8 The LPF (Lowpassfilter) CH5 controller adjust the cut-off point of the frequency range for the subwoofer channel (Channel 5) to above. The cut-off frequency is continuously adjustable from 30 Hz to 150 Hz.
9 POWER/PROTECT (Also located on the Bass Remote unit) If the POWER LED lights up, the amplifier is ready for operation. If the PROTECT LED lights up, a malfunction is indicated. Attend in this case the chapter TROUBLE SHOOTING.
10 The REMOTE port is for the cable of the enclosed bass remote controller. With this bass remote controller, you are able to adjust the bass level on the subwoofer channel (CH5) e.g. from the driver's seat. Please use only the enclosed bass remote controller and cable.
INTERCONNECTION EXAMPLE 5-Channel Mode: Stereo Front- & Rearsystem + Subwoofer
LINE INPUTS & BASS REMOTE
Connect stereo RCA output (FL/FR and RL/RR) of the headunit with LINE INPUT CH1 / CH2 and CH3 / CH4 of the amplifier
Connect stereo RCA output (SUB OUT) of the headunit with LINE INPUT CH5 of the amplifier.
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Switch position CH1/2 = HP or FULL and CH3/4 = HP or FULL SUB-OUT RR/RL FL/FR MODE = 5 CH Connect the bas and the remote with the encloseConnect the bass remote controller and the remote terminal on the amplifier with the enclosed cable.
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
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Speaker front / left 2 - 8 Ohms Speaker rear / left 2 - 8 Ohms Subwoofer 1 - 8 Ohms Speaker front / right 2 - 8 Ohms Lautsprecher rear / right 2 - 8 Ohms
REFERENCE NOTE
Do not connect loudspeaker cables with the vehicle's chassis. Always ensure the correct polarity of all connections. The interchange of plus and minus cause total loss of bass playback and could damage the speakers.
INTERCONNECTION EXAMPLE 5-Channel Mode: Stereo Front- & Rearsystem + Subwoofer
INTERCONNECTION LINE INPUTS
- Connect the RCA lineouts of the headunit with the RCA jacks LINE INPUT of the amplifier with appropriate high-value RCA cables.
INTERCONNECTION SPEAKERS
- Connect the front- and rear speakers with the speaker outputs (SPEAKER OUTPUT + 1CH -, + 2CH - and + 3CH -, + 4CH -).
- Ensure by any means, that the total impedance load of all speakers is not lower than 2 ohms. Too low impedance cause high temperature and will shut down the amplifier operation.
- Always ensure the correct polarity of the speakers. The interchange of plus and minus cause total loss of bass playback and could damage the speakers.
INTERCONNECTION SUBWOOFER
- Connect the subwoofer with the speaker outputs (SPEAKER OUTPUT + 5CH -) of the amplifier.
- Ensure by any means, that the total impedance load of the subwoofer is not lower than 1 ohm. Too low impedance cause high temperature and will shut down the amplifier operation.
- Always ensure the correct polarity of the speakers. The interchange of plus and minus cause total loss of bass playback and could damage the speakers.
MODE SWITCH
- Select the 5CH position on the MODE switch in this example. If headunit is not equipped with a separate subwoofer output (SUB OUT), connect the CH1/2 and CH3/4 RCA line inputs and select the 4CH position. Thereby the input signal on CH1/2 and CH3/4 will be routed to the subwoofer channel (CH5) and the subwoofer signal will be filtered out. The use of Y-connectors is not required in this case.
CROSSOVER SETTINGS CH1/2 & CH3/4
- By using bigger speakers (more than 20cm) you can set the X-OVER switch to the FULL position (Full Range Signal).
- By using smaller speakers (8.7cm - 16cm) you must set the X-OVER switch to the HP Position (Highpass Mode) to avoid any damage by lower frequencies on the speakers. The cut-off frequency is adjustable with the HPF controller and should be set between 60Hz to 150Hz, depending on the size of the speakers.
LOW PASS CONTROLLER Subwoofer Channel CH5
- The LOW PASS controller adjusts the cut-off point of the frequency range to above. The cut-off frequency is continuously adjustable from 35 Hz to 250 Hz.
SUBSONICFILTER CONTROLLER Subwoofer Channel CH5
- The SUB SONIC controller (Subsonicfilter) limits the ultralow and not hearable frequencies of the audiosignal to below, to avoid a mechanical and electrical overloading on the subwoofer. The cut-off frequency is adjustable from 15 to 55Hz and depends on the size of the subwoofer.
BASS BOOST CONTROLLER Subwoofer Channel CH5
- The BASS BOOST controller adjusts the bass enhancement between 0db and +12dB.
- A too high bass boost may cause clipping/distortion and damage on the loudspeakers and also may harm your hearing abilities. Use this controller carefully!
BASS REMOTE CONTROLLER Subwoofer Channel CH5
- The enclosed BASS REMOTE Controller adjusts the subwoofer level e.g. from the driver's seat. Please use only the enclosed bass remote controller and cable.
- Turn the LEVEL controller of the amplifier to the 5V position.
- Turn the volume controller of the headunit to 80 - 90% of its full setting.
- Turn the LEVEL controller clockwise until you hear some distortion.
- Then turn back the LEVEL controller slightly until you hear a cleaner sound.
REFERENCE NOTE
Do not connect loudspeaker cables with the vehicle's chassis. Always ensure the correct polarity of all connections. The interchange of plus and minus cause total loss of bass playback and could damage the speakers.
INTERCONNECTION EXAMPLE 3-Channel Mode: Stereosystem bridged + Subwoofer
LINE INPUTS & BASS REMOTE
Split the stereo RCA output (FL or RL) of the headunit with a Y-connector and connect the jacks with LINE INPUT CH1 / CH3 of the amplifier
Split the stereo RCA output (FR or RR) of the headunit with a Y-connector and connect the jacks with LINE INPUT CH2 / CH4 of the amplifier
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Switch position CH1/2 und CH3/4 = HP oder FULL MODE = 4 CH Connect the bass remote controller and the remote terminal on the amplifier with the enclosed cable.SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
Speaker left bridged 4 – 8 Ohms
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Speaker right bridged 4 - 8 Ohms Subwoofer 1 - 8 Ohms
REFERENCE NOTE
Do not connect loudspeaker cables with the vehicle's chassis. Always ensure the correct polarity of all connections. The interchange of plus and minus cause total loss of bass playback and could damage the speakers.
INTERCONNECTION EXAMPLE 3-Channel Mode: Stereosystem bridged + Subwoofer
INTERCONNECTION LINE INPUTS
- Connect the RCA lineouts of the headunit with the RCA jacks LINE INPUT of the amplifier with appropriate high-value RCA cables.
NOTE: Due to the loudspeakers in bridged mode on channel pair 1/2 and 3/4, the RCA line input must be connected like the following:
1.) Split the stereo RCA output (FL or RL) of the headunit with a Y-connector and connect the jacks with LINE INPUT CH1 / CH3 of the amplifier
2.) Split the stereo RCA output (FR or RR) of the headunit with a Y-connector and connect the jacks with LINE INPUT CH2 / CH4 of the amplifier
INTERCONNECTION SPEAKERS
- Connect the front- or rear speakers with the speaker outputs (SPEAKER OUTPUT CH1/2 + BRIDGED - and CH3/4 + BRIDGED -).
- Ensure by any means, that the total impedance load of the bridged speakers is not lower than 4 ohms per channel pair. Too low impedance cause high temperature and will shut down the amplifier operation.
• Always ensure the correct polarity of the speakers. The interchange of plus and minus cause total loss of bass playback and could damage the speakers.
INTERCONNECTION SUBWOOFER
- Connect the subwoofer with the speaker outputs (SPEAKER OUTPUT + 5CH-) of the amplifier.
- Ensure by any means, that the total impedance load of the subwoofer is not lower than 1 ohm. Too low impedance cause high temperature and will shut down the amplifier operation.
- Always ensure the correct polarity of the speakers. The interchange of plus and minus cause total loss of bass playback and could damage the speakers.
MODE SWITCH
- Select the 4CH position on the MODE switch in this example. Thereby the input signal on CH1/2 and CH3/4 will be routed to the subwoofer channel (CH5) and the subwoofer signal will be filtered out. The use of Y-connectors is not required in this case.
CROSSOVER SETTINGS CH1/2 (bridged channel left) and CH3/4 (bridged channel right)
- By using bigger speakers (more than 20cm) you can set the X-OVER switch to the FULL position (Full Range Signal).
- By using smaller speakers (8.7cm - 16cm) you must set the X-OVER switch to the HP Position (Highpass Mode) to avoid any damage by lower frequencies on the speakers. The cut-off frequency is adjustable with the HPF controller and should be set between 60Hz to 150Hz, depending on the size of the speakers.
LOW PASS CONTROLLER Subwoofer Channel CH5
- The LOW PASS controller adjusts the cut-off point of the frequency range to above. The cut-off frequency is continuously adjustable from 35 Hz to 250 Hz.
SUBSONICFILTER CONTROLLER Subwoofer Channel CH5
- The SUB SONIC controller (Subsonicfilter) limits the ultralow and not hearable frequencies of the audiosignal to below, to avoid a mechanical and electrical overloading on the subwoofer. The cut-off frequency is adjustable from 15 to 55Hz and depends on the size of the subwoofer.
BASS BOOST CONTROLLER Subwoofer Channel CH5
- The BASS BOOST controller adjusts the bass enhancement between 0db and +12dB.
- A too high bass boost may cause clipping/distortion and damage on the loudspeakers and also may harm your hearing abilities. Use this controller carefully!
BASS REMOTE CONTROLLER Subwoofer Channel CH5
- The enclosed BASS REMOTE Controller adjusts the subwoofer level e.g. from the driver's seat. Please use only the enclosed bass remote controller and cable.
LEVEL CONTROLLER CH1/2 (bridged channel left), CH3/4 (bridged channel right) and CH5
- Turn the LEVEL controller of the amplifier to the 5V position.
- Turn the volume controller of the headunit to 80 - 90% of its full setting.
- Turn the LEVEL controller clockwise until you hear some distortion.
- Then turn back the LEVEL controller slightly until you hear a cleaner sound.
| MODEL | SE5800 |
| CHANNELS | 5 |
| CIRCUIT | CLASS A/BAnalog |
| OUTPUTPOWER RMS 13,8 V | |
| Watts on 4 / 2 Ohm (CH 1 / 2 / 3 / 4) | 4 x 75 / 4 x 125 |
| Watts on 4 Ohms bridged (CH 1/2 and CH 3/4) | 2 x 250 |
| Watts on 4 / 2 / 1 Ohm (Subwoofer Channel CH5) | 1 x 200 / 300 / 400 |
| OUTPUTPOWER MAX. 13,8 V | |
| Watts on 4 / 2 Ohm (CH 1 / 2 / 3 / 4) | 4 x 150 / 4 x 250 |
| Watts on 4 Ohms bridged (CH 1/2 and CH 3/4) | 2 x 500 |
| Watts on 4 / 2 / 1 Ohm (Subwoofer Channel CH5) | 1 x 400 / 600 / 800 |
| Frequency Range -3dB | 20Hz - 30 kHz |
| Damping Factor | 200 |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 90 dB |
| Channel Separation (CH 1+2 / 3+4) | 74 dB |
| THD&N | 0,1% |
| Input Sensitivity | 5 - 0.2 V |
| Input Impedance | 47 kOhm |
| Input Selector | CH4 / CH5 |
| CH 1 & CH 2 | |
| X-Over Modes | Full - HP |
| Various Highpassfilter | 10 - 150 Hz |
| CH 3 & CH 4 | |
| X-Over Modes | Full - HP |
| Various Highpassfilter | 10 - 150 Hz |
| CH 5 (Subwoofer Channel) | |
| X-Over Mode | LP |
| Various Lowpassfilter | 30 - 150 Hz |
| Subsonicfilter | 15 - 55 Hz |
| Bass Boost @ 45 Hz | 0 - 12 dB |
| Bass Remote | • |
| Fuse Ratings | 1 x 70 A |
| Dimensions | |
| Width & Height | 257 x 60 mm |
| Length (Length total) | 500 (550) |
Technical specifications are subject to change! Errors are reserved!
For damages on the vehicle and the device, caused by handling errors of the device, we can't assume liability.
All ESX Amplifiers are tagged with a individual serialnumber, which will be registered for statistic and service conditional purposes.
All ESX Amplifiers are tagged with a E-Certification Number and also a CE-Certification Mark. Thereby these devices are certified for a use inside vehicles inside the European Union (EU).
The warranty conditions comply to the common consumer acts of the European Union (EU).
Malfunction: no function
Reason: Remedy:
- The power supply connection of the device is not correct. Recheck
- The cables have no mechanical or electrical contact. Recheck
- The remote turn-on connection from the headunit to the amplifier is not correct. Recheck
- Defective Fuses. In case of replacing the fuses, attend by any means the correct fuse rating. Replace Fuses
Malfunction: no signal on loudspeakers, but power LED lights up
Reason: Remedy:
- The connection of the speakers or the RCA audio cables is not correct.. Recheck
- The speaker cables or the RCA audio cables are defective. Replace cables
- The loudspeakers are defective. Replace speakers
- Subsonic filter on subwoofer channel is adjusted higher than lowpass filter. Turn down controller
- No signal from headunit. Check headunit settings
- The settings on the amplifier are wrong. Check settings
Malfunction: one or more channels/controllers are without function / faulty stereo stage
Reason: Remedy:
- The balance or fader controller of the headunit is not in the zero-position. Turn to zero-position
- The connection of the speakers is not correct. Recheck
- The loudspeakers are defective. Replace speakers
- The settings on the amplifier are wrong. Check settings
Malfunction: distortions on the loudspeaker's signal
Reason: Remedy:
- The loudspeakers are overloaded. Turn down the level
Turn down the level on the headunit Switch off loudness on the headunit Reset bass EQ on the headunit
Malfunction: No bass or stereo sound
Reason: Remedy:
- Interchange of loudspeaker cable polarity positive (+) and negative (-).
- The RCA audio cables are loose or defective.
Reconnect
Reconnect or replacing the cables
Malfunction: amplifier runs into protection mode (red protection LED lights up)
Reason: Remedy:
- Short circuit on the loudspeakers or cables.
- Overheated by too low speaker impedance.
- Insufficient air circulation by a inappropriate mounting position of the amplifier.
- Overloaded by insufficient power supply (too thin profile section on the power cables).
Reconnect
Choose a higher impedance Use a new speaker setup
Change the mounting position Ensure air circulation
Use a bigger profile section
Malfunction: hiss or white noise on the loudspeaker's signal
Reason: Remedy:
- The level controllers are turned up. Turn down the level
- The treble controller on the headunit is turned up.
- The speaker cables or the RCA audio cables are defective. Replacing the cables
- The hissing is caused by the headunit.
Turn down the level on the headunit
Check the headunit
REFERENCE NOTE
PROTECTION CIRCUIT
This amplifier owns a 3-way protection circuit. If overloading, overheating and shorted loudspeakers, or too low impedance or insufficient power supply is insisted, the amplifier shuts down to prevent serious damage. If one of this disfunctions is detected, the red PROTECT LED lights up.
Check in this case all connections to detect short-circuits, faulty connections or overheating. Attend the regarding notes on the previous page.
If the reason for the disfunction is eliminated, the amplifier is ready for operation again.
If the red PROTECT LED does not stop to light up, a damage on the amplifier is insisted. In this case return the amplifier to your car audio retailer with a detailed malfunction description and a copy of the proof of purchase.
WARNING: Never open the amplifier and try to repair it by yourself. This causes a loss of warranty. The repairing service should be made only by skilled technicians.
REFERENCE NOTE
ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCES
The reason for interferences are mostly the passed cables and wires. Especially the power and audio cables (RCA) of your sound system are vulnerable. Often these interferences are caused by electric generators or other electrical units (fuel pump, AC etc.) of the car. The most of these problems can be prevented by a correct and careful wiring.
Here are some courtesy notes:
- Use only double or triple shielded audio RCA cables for the connection between the amplifier and headunit. A useful alternative are represented by anti-noise-devices or additional ancillary equipment like Balanced Line Transmitters, which you can purchase at your car audio retailer. If possible do not use anti-noise-filters, which are splicing the ground of the RCA audio cables.
- Do not lead the audio cables between the headunit and the amplifier together with the power supply wires on the same side of the vehicle. The best is a areal separated installation in the left and right cable channel of the vehicle. Therewith a overlap of interferences on the audio signal will be avoided. This stands also for the equipped bass-remote wire, which should be installed not together with the power supply wires, but rather with the audio signal cables.
- Avoid ground loops by connecting all ground connections in a starlike arrangement. The suitable ground center point is ascertainable by measuring of the voltage directly on the vehicle's battery by a multi-meter. You should measure the voltage with turned-on inginition (acc.) and with other turned-on power consumers (e.g. headlights, rear window defroster, etc.). Compare the measured value with the voltage of the ground point you have chosen for the installation and the positive pole (+12V) of the amplifier. If the voltage has just a little difference, you have found a suitable ground point. Otherwise you need to choose another ground point.
- Use if possible only cables with added or soldered cable sockets or the like. Gold plated or high value nickel plated cable sockets are corrosionfree and own a very low contact resistance.
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