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Features
Controls
Inputs and Outputs
Specifications
Features
Trans-ANA
(TRANSconductance Active Nodal Amplifier): The
Trans-ANA is a circuit that allows the audio signal to pass through the
amplifier at low voltage. The signal is directly level-shifted to the fixed high
voltage rails via a pair of drive transistors. Signal linearity is assured by an
active node formed by the drive transistors at ultrasonic frequencies. The
result is crystal clear sound quality, even at high volume levels.
MEHSA
(Maximum Efficiency Heat Sink Application): MEHSA
is a Rockford Fosgate proprietary process that increases the heat transfer from
the MOSFET devices to the heatsink. The multi-layer insulated metal MEHSA
substrate operates with minimal thermal resistance, spreading heat both downward
and outward to quickly dissipate heat from each device across the heatsink. This
allows greater power output, enhanced thermal stability, and maximum
reliability.
TOPAZ
(Tracking Operation Pre-Amplifier Zone):
TOPAZ is a circuit that simply eliminates noise. The TOPAZ circuit allows the
amplifier ground to move with the source unit ground, creating a "noise
elimination" zone just before the preamp section. If there is any noise in
the ground coming down the RCA line to the amplifier, TOPAZ amazingly tracks it
down and eliminates it. The result is a 30-40dB improvement of the isolation
between input ground and chassis ground.
DSM
(Discrete Surface Mount): In
the manufacturing process high speed robotics are used to place 0% tolerance
resistors and large board traces providing greater reliability and efficiency.
NOMAD
(NOn-Multiplying Advanced Decision):
NOMAD is an intelligent protection circuit that uses an analog computer to make
real time decisions regarding temperature, voltage, current and impedance. The
unit is protected without limiting sound output unless needed.
INDIGO (INDexed Ideal Gain
Operation): INDIGO is a circuit that
maximizes the output power of the amplifier by making better use of the power
supplied by the car. As the battery voltage drops, INDIGO tightens up so the
amplifier delivers the rated power, resulting in more consistent power coming
from the amp.
Internal Crossover:
The internal crossover is a 12dB/octave Butterworth filter variable from 50Hz to
210Hz. The crossover may be set for high-pass, full range, or low-pass
operation.
Remote Punch Bass:
The Punch Bass feature helps correct for acoustical deficiencies in the
listening environment by helping reproduce full range sound without adding
excessive boost. The Punch Bass control has a narrow band adjustment centered at
45Hz, variable from 0dB to +18dB. Using the mounting bracket, the supplied Punch
Bass wired remote can be mounted in any convenient location under your vehicle's
dash. The wired remote is 2.317" wide, 1.523" tall and 2.035"
deep. The included cable is 15' in length.
RF Center Badge:
Upon arrival, the RF center badge is not adhered to the amplifier. For
installation flexibility, the badge can be rotated 180 degrees. Once you've
decided in which direction the badge looks best for your installation, the
peel-and-stick backing on the badge can be used to attach it to the amplifier.
Controls
Left Side Of Amplifier:
- Crossover Switch:
allows you to select high-pass, full range, or low-pass crossover operation
- Crossover Frequency:
the crossover frequency control is variable from 50Hz to 210Hz
- Left Gain:
this variable gain control allows you to adjust the output level of the left
channel
- Right Gain:
this variable gain control allows you to adjust the output level of the
right channel
Inputs
and Outputs
Left Side Of Amplifier:
- Input:
gold-plated RCA jacks
- High Level Input: Molex
plug input for included harness
- Speaker Outputs:
gold-plated set screw terminals that will accept up to 8 gauge speaker wire
- Remote Punch Bass:
RJ-14 jack for use with supplied Remote Punch Bass wired remote
Right Side Of Amplifier:
- GND (ground):
gold-plated set screw terminal that will accept up to 8 gauge wire
- B+ (power):
gold-plated set screw terminal that will accept up to 8 gauge wire
- REM (remote turn-on):
gold-plated 0.250" quick-slide for remote turn-on lead. Note: A
female quick-slide is not supplied.
Specifications
Dynamic Power
Rating (measured at 14.4V):
- Bridged
Into A 4-Ohm Load: 400
watts x 1
- Per Channel Into A 2-Ohm
Load: 200 watts x 2
- Per Channel Into A 4-Ohm
Load: 100 watts x 2
Dimensions:
- Without Endcaps: Height=2.489",
Depth=9.8125", Width=8.8125"
- With Endcaps: Height=2.489",
Depth=9.8125", Width=12.8125"
