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Features
Controls
Connections
Features
CEA 2006 Compliant: The Pioneer GM-5400T Two-Channel Power
Amplifier power ratings are measured according to the strict standards dictated
by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA). These standards allow you to
accurately compare the rated power output of all CEA 2006-compliant amplifiers,
even if they come from different brands. Manufacturers who adhere to the
standards can display the CEA 2006 logo on their products and packaging. CEA2006
Specifications:
- Two-Channel: 125 watts x 2 at 4-ohms with 1% THD+N
- Bridged: 380 Watts x 1 at 4-ohms with 1% THD+N
H-Shaped Chassis: The H-shaped bottom chassis utilizes Pioneer's
expertise and exclusive technologies to eliminate resonant vibrations. The
H-shaped bottom chassis ensures that your music is reproduced as intended, loud
and clear.
Superior Ground Parts: High levels of electric current can easily
create noise within an amplifier; especially ground noise. To avoid this,
Pioneer made careful consideration when designing and selecting components for
use within this amplifier. Only the best, most efficient parts were selected
after repeated testing to provide a superior noise-free listening experience.
Efficient Sub-Heatsink: When designing the amplifier chassis Pioneer
utilized a main heatsink and a sub-heatsink to dissipate heat. These efficient
heatsink structures ensure that the amplifier stay their optimal temperature
and keep cool.
Controls
Gain Control: To accommodate the varying range of signal levels coming
from today's factory and aftermarket radios, all of Pioneer's GM-series
amplifiers feature adjustable gain controls (0.2-6.5V). This means that no matter what kind
of radio is connected to this amplifier, the appropriate gain control adjustment
can be made to ensure loud, clear, distortion-free music. And even if the gain
control level is set improperly, Pioneer's Gain Control Caution feature will
automatically reduce the amplifier's output until the headunit volume is
decreased to acceptable levels. This added layer of protection helps to prevent
damage from occurring to the amplifier and the speakers connected to it due to
improper gain control adjustments.
Low-Pass Crossover: Built into the GM-5400T is a very smart low-pass
crossover network. The fixed low-pass crossover routes the big bass signals
(80Hz or lower, at -12dB/octave) to the speaker that handles them best, and
filters out higher-frequency signals to that speaker. This optimizes your
system's efficiency and delivers the best possible sound quality.
Bass Boost: Selectable 50Hz Bass Boost gives you more control over how
your music sounds. It lets you set the optimal bass level for each speaker/sub
connected to the GM-5400T, so the tone controls from your headunit can do what
they do best. And because this is selectable bass boost, you can set the level
at 0dB, 6dB, or 12dB, whichever sounds best to you.
Connections
Power Connections: The power
and ground connections are 0.5625" wide screw terminals that will accommodate up
to 4-gauge wire. The remote turn-on terminal is 0.375" wide and will accept up
to 8-gauge wire. A Phillips-head or flat blade screw driver (not supplied) is required to tighten/loosen
the terminals. Spade connectors are recommended for the power, ground, and
remote wires.
Speaker Connections: The
speaker terminals are also 0.375" wide and will accommodate up to 8-gauge wire.
A Phillips-head or flat blade screw driver (not supplied) is required to tighten/loosen the terminals.
Spade connectors are recommended for the speaker wires.
RCA Input: The amplifier features a pair of gold-plated stereo RCA
inputs (left/right).
Speaker Input: The GM-5400T's speaker level inputs and harness allow
you to connect your OEM unit (or any unit that does not have the typical
RCA-type inputs) without having to buy add-on adapters.
Fuses: The GM-5400T features two 30-amp ATC blade fuses.
