Rockford Fosgate Punch 300X Istruzioni per l'uso

300X

500X

700X

Installation &

Operation

Installation et fonctionnement

Instalación y funcionamiento

Einbau und Betrieb

Installazione e funzionamento

4-Channel

Amplifiers

INTRODUCTION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Dear Customer,

Congratulations on your purchase of the world's finest brand of car audio amplifiers. At Rockford

Fosgate we are fanatics about musical reproduction at its best, and we are pleased you chose our

product. Through years of engineering expertise, hand craftsmanship and critical testing procedures,

we have created a wide range of products that reproduce music with all the clarity and richness you

deserve.

For maximum performance we recommend you have your new Rockford Fosgate product installed

by an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer, as we provide specialized training through Rockford

Technical Training Institute (RTTI). Please read your warranty and retain your receipt and original

carton for possible future use.

Great product and competent installations are only a piece of the puzzle when it comes to your

system. Make sure that your installer is using 100% authentic installation accessories from

Connecting Punch in your installation. Connecting Punch has everything from RCA cables and

speaker wire to Power line and battery connectors. Insist on it! After all, your new system deserves

nothing but the best.

To add the finishing touch to your new Rockford Fosgate image order your Rockford accessories,

which include everything from T-shirts and jackets to hats and sunglasses.

To get a free brochure on Rockford Fosgate products and Rockford accessories,

in the U.S. call 480-967-3565 or FAX 480-967-8132.

For all other countries, call +001-480-967-3565 or FAX +001-480-967-8132.

PRACTICE SAFE SOUND™

Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB may cause permanent

hearing loss. High powered auto sound systems may produce sound pressure

levels well over 130dB. Use common sense and practice safe sound.

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Design Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Mounting Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Battery and Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Wiring the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Using Passive Crossovers . . . . . . . . . . . 10

NOTE: Review each section for more detailed information.

If, after reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this product, we recommend that

you see your Rockford Fosgate dealer. If you need further assistance, you can call us direct at 1-800-

669-9899. Be sure to have your serial number, model number and date of purchase available when

you call.

The serial number can be found on the outside of the box. Please record it in the space provided

below as your permanent record. This will serve as verification of your factory warranty and may

become useful in recovering your source unit if it is ever stolen.

Serial Number: _________________________________________

Model Number: ________________________________________

Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Punch Bass (700X Only) . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Adjusting Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Adjusting Crossover Frequency. . . . . . . 11

Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Limited Warranty Information. . . . . . . . . . 15

International Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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GETTING STARTED

Welcome to Rockford Fosgate! This manual is designed to provide

information for the owner, salesperson and installer. For those of you who want quick information

on how to install this product, please turn to the Installation Section of this manual. Other

information can be located by using the Table of Contents. We, at Rockford Fosgate, have worked

very hard to make sure all the information in this manual is current. But, as we are constantly

finding new ways to improve our product, this information is subject to change without notice.

www.rockfordfosgate.com

This symbol with “WARNING” is intended to alert the user to the

presence of important instructions. Failure to heed the

instructions will result in severe injury or death.

This symbol with “

CAUTION” is intended to alert the user to the

presence of important instructions. Failure to heed the

instructions can result in injury or unit damage.

CAUTION: To prevent injury and damage to the unit, please read and follow the

instructions in this manual. We want you to have enjoyment from this

system, not a headache.

CAUTION If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it installed

by a qualified Rockford Fosgate technician.

CAUTION Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal to

prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.

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Either a Model 300X, 500X or 700X Punch

4-Channel Amplifier

Installation & Operation Manual

Mounting Hardware Kit

1 3/32" Allen Wrench

1 9/64" Allen Wrench

2 High Level Input Harness

1 Fuse Connector (300X & 500X Only)

1 30 Amp Fuse (300X)

1 50 Amp Fuse (500X)

The hardware kit included with each amplifier contains the mounting hardware necessary to secure

the amplifier to the vehicle and to attach the end caps to the amplifier.

NOTE: Refer to the specifications section for recommended fuse sizes for Model 700X

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DESIGN FEATURES

1. LED Power Indicator – The LED illuminates when the unit is turned on.

2. REM Terminal – This spade terminal is used to remotely turn-on and turn-off the amplifier when

+12V DC is applied.

3.

Power Terminals – The power and ground connectors on the amplifier are gold-plated and will

accommodate up to 8 AWG wire maximizing the input current capability of the amplifier.

4. Speaker Terminals – The heavy duty, gold-plated terminal block connectors (+ and –) will

accept wire sizes from 8 AWG to 18 AWG. These gold-plated connectors are immune to

corrosion that can cause signal deterioration.

5. Cast Aluminum Heatsink – The cast aluminum heatsink of the Power amplifier dissipates heat

generated by the amplifier's circuitry. The inherent advantage of casting provides a 30%

improvement of cooling over conventional extrusion heatsink designs.

6. Gain Control – The input gain control is preset to match the output of most source units. It can

be adjusted to match output levels from a variety of source units.

7. Internal Crossover (Models 300X & 500X) – Is a built-in 24dB/octave Butterworth filter

selectable between 120Hz High-Pass (HP), All Pass (AP), or 80Hz Low-Pass (LP) operation.

Power

Connection

Models 300X

& 500X

Power

Connection

Model 700X

Connections

Models 300X

& 500X

Connections

Model 700X

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DESIGN FEATURES

INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS

The following is a list of tools needed for installation:

Volt/Ohm Meter

Wire strippers

Wire crimpers

Wire cutters

#2 Phillips screwdriver

Battery post wrench

Hand held drill w/assorted bits

1/8" diameter heatshrink tubing

Assorted connectors

Adequate Length—Red Power Wire

Adequate Length—Remote Turn-on Wire

Adequate Length—Black Grounding Wire

This section focuses on some of the vehicle considerations for installing your new Amplifier. Pre-

planning your system layout and best wiring routes will save installation time. When deciding on

the layout of your new system, be sure that each component will be easily accessible for making

adjustments.

CAUTION: If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it installed

by a qualified technician.

CAUTION: Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal to

prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.

Before beginning any installation, follow these simple rules:

1. Be sure to carefully read and understand the instructions before attempting to install the Unit.

2. For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior to beginning the installation.

3. For easier assembly, we suggest you run all wires prior to mounting your Source Unit in place.

4. Route all of the RCA cables close together and away from any high current wires.

5. Use high quality connectors for a reliable installation and to minimize signal or power loss.

6. Think before you drill! Be careful not to cut or drill into gas tanks, fuel lines, brake or hydraulic

lines, vacuum lines or electrical wiring when working on any vehicle.

7. Never run wires underneath the vehicle. Running the wires inside the vehicle provides the best

protection.

8. Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic grommets to protect any

wires routed through metal, especially the firewall.

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7. Variable Crossover (Model 700X) – Is a built-in 24dB/octave Butterworth filter selectable for

High-Pass (HP), All Pass (AP), or Low-Pass (LP) operation variable from 50Hz to 210Hz.

8.

High Level Inputs – The high level inputs use a detachable connector terminated with 20 AWG

leads. These inputs should be used if the source unit has only speaker line (high level) outputs

and not RCA outputs.

9. RCA Input Jacks – The industry standard RCA jacks provide an easy connection for signal level

input. They are gold-plated to resist the signal degradation caused by corrosion.

10. Signal Input Switch – This switch allows the amplifier to be driven with either 2 or 4 pairs of

inputs.

11. RCA Pass-Thru Jacks – The Pass-Thru provides a convenient source for daisy-chaining an

additional amplifier without running an extra set of RCA cables from the front of the vehicle to

the rear amplifier location.

12. Punch Bass (Model 700X) – The Punch Bass control helps correct for acoustical deficiencies in

the listening environment by helping produce full range sound without adding excessive boost..

The Punch Bass control is a narrow band adjustment at 45Hz variable from 0dB to + 18dB.

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9. ALWAYS protect the battery and electrical system from damage with proper fusing. Install the

appropriate fuse holder and fuse on the +12V power wire within 18” (45.7 cm) of the battery

terminal.

10. When grounding to the chassis of the vehicle, scrape all paint from the metal to ensure a good,

clean ground connection. Grounding connections should be as short as possible and always be

connected to metal that is welded to the main body, or chassis, of the vehicle.

MOUNTING LOCATIONS

The mounting position of your amplified subwoofer will have a great effect on the sound

performance produced.

Engine Compartment

Never mount this unit in the engine compartment. Mounting the unit in the engine compartment

will void your warranty.

Trunk Mounting

Mounting the amplifier vertically will provide the best cooling of the amplifier.

Mounting the amplifier on the floor of the trunk will work but provides less cooling capability than

vertical mounting.

Mounting the amplifier upside down to the rear deck of the trunk will not provide proper cooling

and will severely affect the performance of the amplifier and is strongly not recommended.

Passenger Compartment Mounting

Mounting the amplifier in the passenger compartment will work as long as you provide a sufficient

amount of air for the amplifier to cool itself. If you are going to mount the amplifier under the seat

of the vehicle, you must have at least 1" (2.54cm) of air gap around the amplifier's heatsink.

Mounting the amplifier with less than 1" (2.54cm) of air gap around the amplifier's heatsink in the

passenger compartment will not provide proper cooling and will severely affect the performance of

the amplifier and is strongly not recommended.

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Amplifiers will put an increased load on the vehicle's battery and charging system. We recommend

checking your alternator and battery condition to ensure that the electrical system has enough

capacity to handle the increased load of your stereo system. Stock electrical systems which are in

good condition should be able to handle the extra load of any Rockford Fosgate amplifier without

problems, although battery and alternator life can be reduced slightly. To maximize the performance

of your amplifier, we suggest the use of a heavy duty battery and an energy storage capacitor.

WIRING THE SYSTEM

CAUTION: If you do not feel comfortable with wiring your new unit, please see

your local Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer for installation.

CAUTION: Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal to

prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or possible injury.

CAUTION: Avoid running power wires near the low level input cables, antenna,

power leads, sensitive equipment or harnesses. The power wires carry

substantial current and could induce noise into the audio system.

1. Plan the wire routing. Keep RCA cables close together but isolated from the amplifier's power

cables and any high power auto accessories, especially electric motors. This is done to prevent

coupling the noise from radiated electrical fields into the audio signal. When feeding the wires

through the firewall or any metal barrier, protect them with plastic or rubber grommets to

prevent short circuits. Leave the wires long at this point to adjust for a precise fit at a later time.

2. Prepare the RED wire (power cable) for attachment to the amplifier by stripping 1/2" of

insulation from the end of the wire. Insert the bared wire into the B+ terminal and tighten the set

screw to secure the cable in place.

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NOTE: The B+ cable MUST be fused 18" or less from the vehicle's battery. Install the fuseholder under

the hood and prepare the cable ends as stated above. Connections should be water tight.

3. Trim the RED wire (power cable) within 18" of the battery and strip1/2"of insulation from the

end of the wire. Cut the wire loop that is attached to the fuseholder in half and splice the fuse

into the power line using appropriate inline connectors. Use the section of cable that was

trimmed earlier and connect it to the other end of the fuseholder.

4. Strip 1/2" from the battery end of the power cable and crimp a large ring terminal to the cable.

Use the ring terminal to connect to the battery positive terminal.

DO NOT install the fuse at

this time.

5. Prepare the BLACK wire (Ground cable) for attachment to the amplifier by stripping 1/2" of

insulation from the end of the wire. Insert the bared wire into the GND terminal and tighten the

set screw to secure the cable in place. Prepare the chassis ground by scraping any paint from

the metal surface and thoroughly clean the area of all dirt and grease. Strip the other end of the

wire and attach a ring connector. Fasten the cable to the chassis using a non-anodized screw

and a star washer.

6. Prepare the REM turn-on wire for connection to the amplifier by stripping 1/2" of insulation from

the wire end. Insert the bared wire into the REM terminal and tighten the set screw to secure the

cable into place. Connect the other end of the REM wire to a switched 12 volt positive source.

The switched voltage is usually taken from the source unit's accessory lead. If the source unit

does not have this output available, the recommended solution is to wire a mechanical switch

in line with a 12 volt source to activate the amplifier.

7. Securely mount the amplifier to the vehicle or amp rack. Be careful not to mount the amplifier

on cardboard or plastic panels. Doing so may enable the screws to pull out from the panel due

to road vibration or sudden vehicle stops.

8. Connect the source signal to the amplifier by plugging the RCA cables/high level inputs into the

input jacks at the amplifier.

9. Connect the speakers. Strip the speaker wires 1/2" and insert into the speaker terminal and

tighten the set screw to secure into place. Be sure to maintain proper speaker polarity. DO NOT

chassis ground any of the speaker leads as unstable operation may result.

10. Perform a final check of the completed system wiring to ensure that all connections are

accurate. Check all power and ground connections for frayed wires and loose connections

which could cause problems.

NOTE: Follow the diagrams for proper signal polarity.

CAUTION: These amplifiers are not recommended for impedance loads below 2Ω

stereo and 4Ω bridged.

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Power

Connection

Models 300X

& 500X

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Power

Connection

Model 700X

2-Channel Wiring

• RCA OR High Level Inputs connect to Front

• Signal Imput Switch set to 2

• Gain - front and rear set equally

• Crossover - front and rear set identically (example; switch to LP and frequency at 60Hz)

CAUTION: Use only one input configuration. Using both the RCA and High Level

inputs will cause undesirable operation.

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3-Channel Wiring

• RCA OR High Level Inputs connect to

Front or Front and Rear

• Signal Imput Switch set to 2 or 4

NOTE: Reverse polarity on subwoofer if

front channel is set to HP (High

Pass) and rear channel is set to LP

(Low Pass)

4-Channel Wiring

• RCA OR High Level Inputs

connect to Front and Rear

• Signal Imput Switch set to 4

CAUTION: Use only one input configuration. Using both the RCA and High Level

inputs will cause undesirable operation.

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USING PASSIVE CROSSOVERS

A passive crossover is a circuit that uses capacitors and/or coils and is placed on speaker leads

between the amplifier and speaker. The crossover delegates a specific range of frequencies to the

speaker for optimum driver performance. A crossover network can perform one of three functions:

High-Pass (capacitors), Low-Pass (inductors or coils) and Bandpass (combination of capacitor and

coil).

The most commonly used passive crossover networks are 6dB/octave systems. These are easy to

construct and require one component per filter. Placing this filter in series with the circuit will

reduce power to the speaker by 6dB/octave above or below the crossover point depending on

whether it is a high-pass or low-pass filter. More complex systems such as 12dB/octave or

18dB/octave can cause impedance problems if not professionally designed.

Passive crossovers are directly dependent upon the speaker's impedance and component value for

accuracy. When passive crossover components are used in multiple speaker systems, the crossover's

effect on the overall impedance should be taken into consideration along with the speaker's

impedance when determining amplifier loads.

CAUTION: These amplifiers are not recommended for impedance loads below 2Ω

stereo and 4Ω bridged.

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80 4.1mH 1000mF 8.2mH 500mF 16mH 250mF

100 3.1mH 800mF 6.2mH 400mF 12mH 200mF

130 2.4mH 600mF 4.7mH 300mF 10mH 150mF

200 1.6mH 400mF 3.3mH 200mF 6.8mH 100mF

260 1.2mH 300mF 2.4mH 150mF 4.7mH 75mF

400 .8mH 200mF 1.6mH 100mF 3.3mH 50mF

600 .5mH 136mF 1.0mH 68mF 2.0mH 33mF

800 .41mH 100mF .82mH 50mF 1.6mH 26mF

1000 .31mH 78mF .62mH 39mF 1.2mH 20mF

1200 .25mH 66mF .51mH 33mF 1.0mH 16mF

1800 .16mH 44mF .33mH 22mF .68mH 10mF

4000 .08mH 20mF .16mH 10mF .33mH 5mF

6000 51mH 14mF .10mH 6.8mF .20mH 3.3mF

9000 34mH 9.5mF 68mH 4.7mF .15mH 2.2mF

12000 25mH 6.6mF 51mH 3.3mF 100mH 1.6mF

Freq.

Hertz

Speaker Impedance

2 OHMS

8 OHMS

4 OHMS

L L

L

C C

C

6dB/Octave Low-Pass

6dB/Octave High-Pass

L

C

L = Low-Pass (Inductor)

C = High-Pass (Capacitor)

For more information, see your

Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer.

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OPERATION

PUNCH BASS (Model 700X Only)

1. Turn clockwise to add Punch to amplifier bass frequencies.

CAUTION: Overexcursion may occur at maximum boost, which may cause

damage to the woofer.

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ADJUSTING GAIN

Do the following individually for each channel.

To adjust the gain setting, turn the amplifier gains all the way down. Turn the source unit volume up

until distortion is audible and then turn it down a bit until the distortion is inaudible. This will be

about two thirds all the way up on most source units. Next, turn the amplifier gain setting until once

again distortion is audible and then back it down until the distortion is inaudible. Rockford Fosgate

source units do not distort, so the volume can be used at maximum setting.

NOTE: For a more in depth setting procedure, contact Rockford Technical Support.

ADJUSTING CROSSOVER FREQUENCY

Models 300X & 500X

Placing the switch in the HP position sets the amplifier to the 120Hz High Pass mode, allowing only

frequencies above the cut-off point to pass.

Placing the switch in the AP position sets the amplifier to the All Pass mode, allowing all

frequencies to pass.

Placing the switch in the LP position sets the amplifier to the 80Hz Low Pass mode, allowing only

frequencies below the cut-off point to pass.

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OPERATION

ACCESSORIES

Connecting PUNCH Capacitors

Maintain the power you need to your Punch Amplifier.

Connecting Links

Mount your Punch Amplifiers together for space reduction and a smooth look.

See our website for other accessories to help you get the most out of your system.

www.rockfordfosgate.com

Model 700X

Do the following individually for both front and rear if used.

Placing the switch in the HP position sets the amplifier to the High Pass mode, enabling frequencies

above the cut-off point to pass, adjustable between 50-210Hz.

Placing the switch in the AP position sets the amplifier to the All Pass mode, preventing any

crossover adjustment, allowing all frequencies to pass..

Placing the switch in the LP position sets the amplifier to the Low Pass mode, enabling frequencies

below the cut-off point to pass, adjustable between 50-210Hz.

Turn the crossover adjustment knob all the way down. With the system playing, turn the crossover

adjustment knob up slowly until the desired crossover point is achieved.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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

Procedure 1: Check Amplifier for proper connections.

Verify that POWER light is on. If POWER light is on skip to Step 2, if not continue.

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

2. Verify that Ground connection is connected to clean metal of the vehicle’s chassis.

Repair/replace if necessary.

3. Verify there is 10.5 - 15.5 Volts of current present at the positive battery and remote turn-on

cable. Verify quality connections for both cables at amplifier, stereo, and battery/fuseholder.

Repair/replace if necessary.

Procedure 2: Check Amplifier for audio output.

1. Verify good RCA/high-level input connections at stereo and amplifier. Check entire length of

cables for kinks, splices, etc. Test RCA/high-level inputs for AC current with stereo on.

Repair/replace if necessary.

2. Disconnect RCA/high-level input from amplifier. Connect RCA/high-level input from test stereo

directly to amplifier input.

Procedure 3: Check Amplifier if you experience Turn-on Pop.

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

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

module.

OR

1. Use a different 12 Volt source for REM lead of amplifier (i.e. battery direct).

2. If the noise is eliminated, use a relay to isolate the amplifier from noisy turn-on output.

Procedure 4: Check Amplifier if you experience excess Engine Noise.

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

OR

2. Bypass any and all electrical components between the stereo 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

3. Remove existing ground wires for all electrical components. Reground wires to different

locations. Verify that grounding location is clean, shiny metal free of paint, rust etc.

OR

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

of vehicle.

OR

5. 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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SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications subject to change without notice

MODEL- PUNCH 300X 500X 700X

Maximum Power Rating

All Channels 600 Watts 1000 Watts 1400 Watts

Continuous Power Rating (RMS) - Measured at 14.4 Battery Volts

4Ω Load Per Channel 37.5 Watts x 4 62.5 Watts x 4 87.5 Watts x 4

2Ω Load Per Channel 75 Watts x 4 125 Watts x 4 175 Watts x 4

4Ω Load Bridged 150 Watts x 2 250 Watts x 2 350 Watts x 2

Dimensions: (with Endbell)

Height 2.4" (6.1cm) 2.4" (6.1cm) 2.4" (6.1cm)

Width 9.8" (24.89cm) 9.8" (24.89cm) 9.8" (24.89cm)

Length 13.35" (33.96cm) 13.35" (33.96cm) 18.35" (46.74cm)

Battery Fuse Rating (Amp) 30A 50A 60A

(External to Amplifier) Not Supplied

Fuse Type ATC AGU AGU

Signal-to-Noise Ratio >100dB A-weighted

Crossover Slope 24dB/octave Butterworth

Crossover Frequency (Models 300X & 500X) Fixed 80Hz LP, AP, 120Hz HP

Crossover Frequency (Model 700X) variable from 50Hz to 210Hz

Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz ±0.5dB

Bandwidth 20Hz to 200kHz ±3dB

Damping Factor @ 4Ω (at output connector ) >200

Slew Rate 30 Volts/ms

IM Distortion (IHF) <0.05%

Acceptable Signal Voltage Range Variable from 250mV to 6V (RCA Input)

Variable from 0.5V to 11V (High Level Input)

Protection NOMAD - Internal analog-computer output protection

circuitry limits power in case of overload. Thermal

switch shuts down the amplifier in case of overheating.

Equalization (45Hz Punch Bass) (Model 700X) Variable from 0dB to +18dB @ 45Hz

Input Impedance 20k ohms

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Ship to: Electronics

Rockford Corporation

Warranty Repair Department

2055 E. 5th Street

Tempe, AZ 85281

RA#: _________________________

Ship to: Speakers

Rockford Acoustic Design

Speaker Returns

2356 Turner Ave. NW

Grand Rapids, MI 49544

RA#: ____________________

Rockford Corporation offers a limited warranty on Rockford Fosgate products on the

following terms:

Length of Warranty

PUNCH Amplifiers – 2 years All Other Amplifier Models – 3 years

Source Units – 1 year Speakers – 1 year

90 days on speaker, amplifier and source unit B-stock (receipt required)

What is Covered

This warranty applies only to Rockford Fosgate products sold to consumers by Authorized

Rockford Fosgate Dealers in the United States of America or its possessions. Product

purchased by consumers from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in another country

are covered only by that country’s Distributor and not by Rockford Corporation.

Who is Covered

This warranty covers only the original purchaser of Rockford product purchased from an

Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in the United States. In order to receive service, the

purchaser must provide Rockford with a copy of the receipt stating the customer name,

dealer name, product purchased and date of purchase.

Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced

(with a product deemed to be equivalent) at Rockford's discretion.

What is Not Covered

1. Damage caused by accident, abuse, improper operations, water, theft

2. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product

3. Service performed by anyone other than Rockford or an Authorized Rockford Fosgate

Service Center

4. Any product which has had the serial number defaced, altered, or removed

5. Subsequent damage to other components

6. Any product purchased outside the U.S.

7. Any product not purchased from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer

Limit on Implied Warranties

Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and merchantability are

limited in duration to the period of the express warranty set forth above. Some states do not

allow limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No

person is authorized to assume for Rockford Fosgate any other liability in connection with

the sale of the product.

How to Obtain Service

Please call 1-800-669-9899 for Rockford Customer Service. You must obtain an RA#

(Return Authorization number) to return any product to Rockford Fosgate. You are

responsible for shipment of product to Rockford.

EU Warranty

This product meets the current EU warranty requirements, see your Authorized dealer for

details.

LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION

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INTRODUCTION

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

Cher client,

Toutes nos félicitations pour avoir acheté la meilleure marque d'amplificateurs pour automobile.

Chez Rockford Fosgate nous sommes des mordus de la reproduction musicale à son meilleur. C’est

pourquoi nous sommes heureux que vous ayez choisi notre produit. Des années d’expertise en

ingénierie, de savoir-faire et d’essais poussés nous ont permis de créer une vaste gamme de produits

capables de reproduire toute la clarté et la richesse musicales que vous méritez.

Pour obtenir les meilleurs résultats, nous vous recommandons de faire installer votre nouvel appareil

par un distributeur agréé Rockford Fosgate formé spécialement par notre Institut de formation

technique Rockford (RTTI). Prenez soin de lire la garantie et conservez votre reçu ainsi que

l’emballage d'origine pour usage ultérieur.

Pour monter un excellent système, il ne suffit pas de posséder un super produit et d’assurer une

installation qualifiée compétente. Vous devez veiller à ce que votre installateur utilise des

accessoires d’origine fournis par Connecting Punch. Connecting Punch a tout ce qu’il vous faut, des

câbles RCA aux câbles de haut-parleurs, en passant par les câbles d’alimentation et les connecteurs

de batterie. Insistez pour les avoir! Après tout, votre nouveau système ne mérite rien de moins.

Pour compléter votre nouvelle image Rockford Fosgate, commandez des accessoires Rockford tels

que T-shirts, vestes, chapeaux et lunettes de soleil.

Pour obtenir une brochure gratuite sur les produits Rockford Fosgate et les accessoires Rockford,

appelez aux États-Unis le 480-967-3565 ou faxez au 480-967-8132.

Pour tous les autres pays, appelez le +001-480-967-3565 ou faxez au +001-480-967-8132.

PRATIQUEZ UNE ÉCOUTE SANS RISQUES

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Une exposition continue à des niveaux de pression acoustique supérieurs à 100 dB

peut causer une perte d'acuité auditive permanente. Les systèmes audio de forte

puissance pour auto peuvent produire des niveaux de pression acoustique bien au-

delà de 130 dB. Faites preuve de bon sens et pratiquez une écoute sans risques.

NOTE :consultez chaque section pour de plus amples informations.

Si vous avez encore des questions à propos de ce produit, même après avoir lu ce manuel,

contactez votre distributeur agréé Rockford Fosgate. Si vous avez besoin d'aide, appelez-nous au

1-800-669-9899. Veuillez avoir les numéros de modèle et de série, ainsi que la date d'achat de

l'appareil à portée de main lorsque vous appelez.

Le numéro de série est indiqué sur l’extérieur de l’emballage. Veuillez l’inscrire ci-dessous dans

l'espace réservé à cet effet. Il permettra de vérifier votre garantie et de retrouver votre appareil en

cas de vol.

Numéro de série :_______________________________________

Numéro de modèle : ____________________________________

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Consignes de sécurité . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Particularités techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Considérations concernant l'installation . 5

Emplacements de montage . . . . . . . . . . 6

Batterie et charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Câblage du système. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Utilisation de filtres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Fonctionnement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Basses Punch (700X seulement) . . . . . . 11

Réglage du gain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Réglage de la fréquence du filtre . . . . . 11

Accessoires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Dépannage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Caractéristiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Informations sur la garantie limitée . . . . . . 15

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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ

CONTENU DE L'EMBALLAGE

AVANT DE COMMENCER

Bienvenue à Rockford Fosgate! Ce manuel vise à informer le propriétaire, le vendeur et l’installateur de

l’appareil. Si vous désirez apprendre rapidement comment installer ce produit, consultez la section

Installation du manuel. Reportez-vous à la Table des matières pour d’autres informations. Nous nous

efforçons de faire en sorte que toutes les informations contenues dans ce manuel soient à jour. Mais

comme nous améliorons constamment nos produits, nous nous réservons le droit de modifier ces

informations sans aucun préavis.

Le symbole accompagnant le mot « AVERTISSEMENT » signale à

l'utilisateur la présence d’instructions importantes. Le non-respect

de ces instructions causera des blessures graves ou la mort.

Le symbole accompagnant l’expression «

MISE EN GARDE »

signale à l'utilisateur la présence d’instructions importantes. Le

non-respect de ces instructions peut causer des blessures ou

endommager l’appareil.

MISE EN GARDE : pour éviter des blessures et ne pas endommager l'appareil,

veuillez lire et suivre les instructions du manuel. Notre but est

que ce système vous donne du plaisir et non des maux de tête.

MISE EN GARDE : si vous vous sentez incapable d’installer l’appareil vous-même,

confiez la tâche à un technicien Rockford Fosgate qualifié.

MISE EN GARDE : avant d'entamer l'installation, déconnectez la broche négative (-)

de la batterie pour éviter tout risque de blessures, d’incendie ou

de dommages à l'appareil.

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Visitez notre site Web pour obtenir les dernières informations sur tous les produits Rockford.

www.rockfordfosgate.com

Amplificateur à 4 voies, modèle Punch

300X, 500X ou 700X

Manuel d'installation et d'utilisation

Kit de matériel de montage

1 clé Allen 3/32 po

1 clé Allen 9/64 po

2 faisceaux d'entrée haut niveau

1 connecteur de fusible (300X et 500X

seulement)

1 fusible 30 A (300X)

1 fusible 50 A (500X)

Le kit de matériel inclus avec chaque amplificateur contient le matériel de montage nécessaire pour

fixer l'ampli au véhicule et les couvercles d'extrémité à l'ampli.

REMARQUE : reportez-vous à la section des caractéristiques en ce qui concerne les fusibles recommandés pour le

modèle 700X.

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PARTICULARITÉS TECHNIQUES

1. Voyant d'alimentation à DEL – La DEL s'allume lorsque l'appareil est allumé.

2. Borne REM – Cette cosse à fourche permet d'allumer et d'éteindre à distance l'amplificateur

lorsqu'un courant de +12 V c.c. est envoyé.

3.

Bornes d'alimentation – Les connexions d'alimentation et de masse de l'ampli sont plaquées or

et peuvent accueillir des câbles de calibre allant jusqu'à 8 AWG, ce qui permet de maximiser la

capacité de courant d'entrée de l'ampli.

4. Bornes de haut-parleur – Les connecteurs robustes plaqués or des bornes (+ et -) acceptent des

câbles de calibre 8 à 18 AWG. Ces connecteurs plaqués or sont à l'épreuve de la corrosion qui

peut nuire au signal.

5. Dissipateur thermique en aluminium coulé – Le dissipateur thermique en aluminium coulé de

l'amplificateur Power dissipe la chaleur générée par les circuits de l'amplificateur. L'avantage

intrinsèque du moulage est qu'il améliore de 30 % le refroidissement par rapport aux modèles

conventionnels de dissipateur thermique à extrusion.

6. Commande de gain – La commande de gain d'entrée est préréglée de manière à correspondre à

la sortie de la plupart des unités source. Elle peut être réglée en fonction d'une variété d'unités

source.

7. Filtre interne (modèles 300X et 500X) – Filtre de Butterworth intégré de 24 dB/octave pour

modes passe-haut (HP) 120 Hz, passe-tout (AP) ou passe-bas (LP) 80 Hz.

Connexion

d'alimentation

- Modèles

300X et 500X

Connexion

d'alimentation

Modèle 700X

Connexions -

Modèles 300X

et 500X

Connexions -

Modèle 700X

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INSTALLATION

CONSIDÉRATIONS CONCERNANT L’INSTALLATION

Voici la liste d’outils requis pour l’installation :

Voltmètre-ohmmètre

Pince à dénuder

Pince à sertir

Coupe-fils

Tournevis à embout cruciforme n

o

2

Clé de borne de batterie

Perceuse à main avec mèches assorties

Tube thermorétrécissable de 1/8 po de

diamètre

Connecteurs assortis

Longueur adéquate — Fil d’alimentation

rouge

Longueur adéquate — Fil d’allumage à

distance

Longueur adéquate — Fil de masse noir

Cette section traite de points concernant le véhicule dont il faut tenir compte pour l’installation de

votre nouvel ampli. Vous sauverez du temps en planifiant à l’avance la disposition du système et du

câblage. Assurez-vous, entre autres, que chaque composant du système est facilement accessible

pour les réglages.

MISE EN GARDE : si vous vous sentez incapable d’installer l’appareil vous-même,

confiez la tâche à un technicien qualifié.

MISE EN GARDE : avant d'entamer l'installation, déconnectez la broche négative (-)

de la batterie pour éviter tout risque de blessures, d’incendie ou

de dommages à l'appareil.

Avant de commencer l’installation, suivez ces règles toutes simples :

1. Prenez soin de bien lire et comprendre les instructions avant d’installer l’appareil.

2. Par mesure de sécurité, veuillez débrancher le fil négatif de la batterie avant de commencer l’installation.

3. Pour faciliter le montage, nous vous suggérons de dérouler tous les fils avant d’installer l’appareil.

4. Acheminez tous les câbles RCA de façon groupée, à l’écart des fils à courant élevé.

5. Utilisez des connecteurs de haute qualité pour assurer une installation fiable et minimiser la perte de

signal ou de puissance.

6. Réfléchissez avant de percer quoique ce soit! Faites attention de ne pas couper ou percer le réservoir

d’essence, les conduites de carburant, de frein, hydrauliques ou de dépression, ou le câblage électrique

lorsque vous travaillez sur un véhicule.

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7. Filtre variable (modèle 700X) – Filtre de Butterworth intégré de 24 dB/octave pour modes

passe-haut (HP), passe-tout (AP) ou passe-bas (LP) dont le point de fréquence peut varier de 50

Hz à 210 Hz.

8. Entrées haut niveau – Les entrées haut niveau utilisent un connecteur détachable terminé par

des fils de calibre 20 AWG. Utilisez ces entrées si la source audio est dotée de sorties de ligne

(haut niveau) pour haut-parleur seulement et non pas de sorties RCA.

9. Prises d'entrée RCA – Les prises RCA de norme industrielle permettent une connexion facile

pour les entrées de signaux. Elles sont plaquées or pour résister à la détérioration de signal due

à l'effet de la corrosion.

10. Commutateur d'entrée – Ce commutateur permet d'alimenter l'amplificateur avec 2 ou 4 paires

d'entrées.

11. Extension ampli RCA – L'extension ampli permet de connecter en guirlande un second ampli en

évitant d'acheminer des câbles RCA supplémentaires de l'avant du véhicule vers l'emplacement

de l'ampli arrière.

12. Basses Punch (Modèle 700X) – La commande de basses Punch permet de corriger les faiblesses

acoustiques de l'environnement en produisant un son pleine gamme sans amplification

excessive. La commande de basses Punch permet un réglage à bande étroite sur 45 Hz pouvant

être ajusté de 0 dB à +18 dB.

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INSTALLA

TION

7. Ne faites jamais passer les fils sous le véhicule. Il vaut mieux les installer à l’intérieur du véhicule pour

assurer une meilleure protection.

8. Évitez de faire passer les fils par dessus ou à travers des bords tranchants. Tout fil acheminé à travers du

métal, un pare-feu en particulier, doit être protégé avec des bagues en caoutchouc ou plastique.

9. Protégez TOUJOURS la batterie et le circuit électrique des dommages potentiels à l’aide de fusibles.

Installez un porte-fusible et un fusible appropriés sur le câble d’alimentation de +12 V à moins de 45,7 cm

(18 po) de la borne de batterie.

10. Préparez la masse du châssis en grattant toute trace de peinture de la surface métallique afin d’assurer une

bonne mise à la masse. Les connexions de masse doivent être aussi courtes que possible et toujours

connectées à du métal soudé à la carrosserie ou au châssis du véhicule.

EMPLACEMENTS DE MONTAGE

L’emplacement de l’ampli influe grandement sur la qualité du son obtenu.

Compartiment moteur

Ne montez jamais cet appareil dans le compartiment moteur car cela entraînera l’annulation de la

garantie.

Montage dans le coffre

Un montage vertical de l’ampli assure un refroidissement optimal.

Le montage de l’ampli sur le plancher du coffre est acceptable mais offre un refroidissement moindre que

le montage vertical.

Le montage de l’ampli à l’envers, sur la tablette arrière, n’assure pas un refroidissement satisfaisant, nuit à

la performance de l’ampli et est, pas conséquent, fortement déconseillé.

Montage dans l’habitacle

Le montage de l’ampli dans l’habitacle passager est acceptable à condition qu’il reçoive suffisamment d’air

pour se refroidir. Si vous comptez installer l’ampli sous le siège du véhicule, prévoyez un écartement d’au

moins 2,54 cm (1 po) autour du dissipateur thermique de l’ampli.

Un écartement inférieur à cela n’assure pas un refroidissement satisfaisant, nuit à la performance de l’ampli

et est, pas conséquent, fortement déconseillé.

BATTERIE ET CHARGE

Les amplificateurs exercent une charge accrue sur la batterie et le système de charge du véhicule. Nous vous

conseillons de vérifier l’état de l’alternateur et de la batterie pour vous assurer que le système électrique puisse

supporter la charge accrue de votre système stéréo. Les systèmes électriques ordinaires en bon état sont

normalement capables de fournir sans problème la charge supplémentaire requise par les amplis Rockford

Fosgate. Toutefois, la durée de vie de la batterie et de l’alternateur peut s’en trouver affectée légèrement. Pour

maximiser la performance de votre ampli, nous vous suggérons d’utiliser une batterie à usage intensif et un

condensateur de stockage d’énergie.

CÂBLAGE DU SYSTÈME

MISE EN GARDE : si vous ne vous sentez pas à l’aise pour effectuer vous-même le câblage de votre

nouvel appareil, veuillez confier l’installation à votre distributeur agréé Rockford

Fosgate.

MISE EN GARDE : avant d'entamer l'installation, déconnectez la broche négative (-) de la batterie

pour éviter tout risque de blessures, d’incendie ou de dommages à l'appareil.

MISE EN GARDE : évitez de faire passer les fils d’alimentation près des câbles d’entrée bas niveau,

de l’antenne, des câbles d'alimentation, des équipements ou faisceaux sensibles.

Les fils d’alimentation transportent un courant élevé et peuvent produire du bruit

dans le système audio.

1. Planifiez l’acheminement des fils. Gardez les câbles RCA ensemble mais en les isolant des câbles

d’alimentation de l’ampli et des autres accessoires automobiles de forte puissance, particulièrement les

moteurs électriques, pour éviter que le signal audio ne subisse d'interférence de bruit provenant de champs

de rayonnement électriques. Si vous faites passer les fils par un pare-feu ou autre barrière métallique,

protégez-les à l’aide de bagues en caoutchouc ou en plastique pour éviter les courts-circuits. Conservez toute

la longueur des fils pour l’instant. Vous l’ajusterez plus tard.

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