JVC KS-AX3204 Power Amplifier Instructions

JVC KS-AX3204 Power Amplifier Instructions

KS-AX3204
KS-AX3202
KS-AX3201D

For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located on the top or bottom of the cabinet.
Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
1212ATHHACTKK
EN, RU
0 2012 JVC KENWOOD Corporation

JVC KENWOOD Corporation

Thank you for purchasing a JVC product.
If you have any questions or require information regarding installation kits, consult your “JVC INCAR ENTERTAINMENT” or a company supplying the kits.

For safety..
• Stop the car before performing any complicated operations.

CAUTIONS AND NOTES

This unit is designed to operate on 12 V DC, NEGATIVE ground electrical systems.
JVC recommends consulting a qualified technician for installation.

• This unit uses BTL (Balanced Transformerless) amplifier circuitry, i.e., floating ground system, so comply with the following:
  — Do not connect the “B’ terminals of the speakers to each other.
  — Do not connect the “B’ terminals of the speakers to the metal body or chassis.

• Cover the unused leads with insulating tape to prevent them from short circuiting.

• When an extension lead is used, it should be as thick and short as possible; connect it firmly with insulating tape.

• Be sure to leave an appropriate space between the antenna (aerial) and the wires of this unit.

• If the fuse blows, first make sure the wires aren’t touching to cause a short circuit then replace the old fuse with one with the same rating.

• Do not let pebbles, sand or metallic objects get inside the unit.

• To keep the heat dissipation mechanism running effectively, wipe the accumulated dust off periodically.

• Listening to the tape, radio, CD or digital audio player, etc. with the volume set at a high level for a long period of time will exhaust the battery, while the engine is turned off or while the engine is idling.

• This unit becomes very hot. Be careful not to touch the unit not only when using but after using.
  DO NOT disassemble the unit since there are no user serviceable parts inside.

INSTALLATION

The following illustration shows a typical installation. However, you should make adjustments corresponding to your specific car.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

“SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT”
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way–switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws–to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.

ABOVE ALL
— NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case — this could result in a fatal electrical shock.
— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind–it is better to be safe than sorry!

POWER SUPPLY

Caution
To prevent short circuits while making connections, keep the battery’s negative terminal disconnected.

• When using a power cord (purchased separately), be sure to place the fuse near the battery as shown.
• Connect the lead wire (power cord) through which power is supplied directly to the battery’s “C” terminal only after all the other connections have been made.

The proper lead wire connected to each POWER terminal is as follows.

• + B and GND: AWG 8 to AWG 4 (The cross section is about 8 mm2 to 21 mm2.)
• REM: AWG 18 to AWG 8 (The cross section is about 0.8 mm2 to 8 mm2.)

(a) When you use JVC car receiver with a remote lead, connect to the REM terminal on this unit.
(b) When you connect a unit without a remote lead, connect to the accessory circuit of the car which is activated by the ignition switch. In this case, noise may occur when the car receiver is turned on or off. To avoid this noise, do not turn on or off the car receiver itself. You can turn on or off the car receiver along with the on/off operation of the ignition switch.

TERMINAL CONNECTIONS

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

Notes

• Be sure not to connect the “9” terminals of the speakers to a common point.

• If the same lead is used for both left/right or front/rear speaker wirings, this unit cannot be used.
  Always use the independent leads for each speaker. In this case, redo the wirings.

• Use the speakers with an impedance of 2 Q to 8 Q (4 Q to 8 Q: when used in Bridge Mode).

• Use the speakers which have sufficient capacity to the unit.

The proper lead connected to each SPEAKER OUTPUT terminal is as follows.
KS-AX3204/KS-AX3202: AWG 18 to AWG 12 (The cross section is about 0.8 mm2 to 3.3 mm2).
KS-AX3201D: AWG 18 to AWG 8 (The cross section is about 0.8 mm2 to 8 mm2).

Declaration of Conformity with regard to the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC Manufacturer:
JVC KENWOOD Corporation
3-12, Moriyacho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa 221-0022, Japan
EU Representative’s:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 04, 61145 Friedberg, Germany

Dear JVC Customer in USA,
We suggest that you register your product since it will enable us to contact you directly if it is ever necessary to correct a safety related condition in your product.
You can register at www.register.jvc.com
Please note that failure to register does not diminish any of your rights during the warranty period.

Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment (applicable for countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems)

Products with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed as household waste. Old electrical and electronic equipment should be recycled at a facility capable of handling these items and their waste by products. Contact your local authority for details in locating a recycle facility nearest to you. Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve resources whilst preventing detrimental effects on our health and the environment.

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS

Connection varies depending on the number of the speakers used in your car. Select the appropriate connection referring to the following diagrams.

Notes

• Securely connect all the parts. If the connections are loose, due to contact resistance etc., heat will break out and may cause an accident.
• Run the connection leads under the car mats to prevent accidental disconnections.

A. When your receiver is equipped with line output.
B. When your receiver is NOT equipped with line output.

CONTROLS

TROUBLESHOOTING

The POWER indicator does not light.
• Change the fuses if the current one is blown.
• Connect the ground lead securely to a metal part of the car.
• Turn on the equipment connected to this unit.
• Confirm the battery voltage (11 V to 16 V).
• Use a relay if your system employs too many amplifiers.
• Leave the unit turned off to cool it down if it heats up abnormally.

No sound is heard.
• Confirm the connections for the power supply (see “POWER SUPPLY” on page 1).
• Connect the RCA pin cords to the INPUT jacks, or the speaker input connector to the HIGH INPUT terminal.
• Confirm the speaker wirings and the position of the CROSSOVER filter switch (See “SPEAKER
CONNECTIONS” on page 2).

Alternator noise is heard.
• Keep the leads of the POWER terminals away from the RCA pin cords.
• Keep the RCA pin cords away from other electrical cables in the car.
• Connect the ground lead securely to a metal part of the car.
• Make sure the speaker negative leads do not touch the car chassis.
• Connect a bypass capacitor across the accessory switches (horn, fan, etc….).

Noise is made when you connect the unit to an AM (MW/LW) tuner.
• Move all the leads of this unit away from the antenna (aerial) lead.

SPECIFICATIONS

Product Registration
We suggest that you register your product since it will enable us to contact you directly if it is ever necessary to correct a safety related condition in your product.

You can register at http://www.jvc.ca/www/Support/Warranty.aspx

Warranty applies only PRODUCT distributed in Canada by JVC Canada inc.

WARRANTY
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TEL: 905-670-3381 FAX: (905)670-7244
http://www.ivc.ca

JVC CANADA INC. (hereafter called “JVC”) gives the following express warranty for each new JVC product distributed in Canada by JVC and sold by an authorized JVC dealer- JVC warrants that this JVC product is free, under normal use and maintenance, from any defects in material and workmanship subject to the following terms and conditions:
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(a) JVC Product requiring service must be Presented together With Proof of purchase.
(b) The JVC product must be brought in fot service to an authorized JVC Service Centre.

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This Warranty shall not apply to:
(a) Repair or replacement Of any cabinets. batteries, plates. connection cords, antennast dust covers, knobs, speaker grills, speaker cones, projection screens, projection screen savers, and ali accessories-
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(e)Any JVC products on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
(f) Maintenance, Cleaning or periodic Check-up
(g)Conversion to foreign or domestic voltage or frequency.
(h) Any JVC product without the Canadian electrical Safety Regulations ID.
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Labour … 90 days
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Product purchased from ‘outside Canada”, ‘bankruptcy” or liquidator”

(l) Any defects caused by tire. flood, lightning, power surge, or other events beyond the control of JVC.
(m) FOR AUTO PRODUCTS
Warranty does not cover elimination of car static or electrical interferences, cleaning of head. adjustment’s. or labor cost for the removal or reinstallation of the unit for repair.
3. Standards:
If any defects should be found in a JVC product within the applicable terms. necessary repairs Shall be made at no cost to the purchaser for parts or labour when JVC acknowledges that such defects are due to faulty maternal or work manship.
4, Exclusion of All Other Express Warranties;
This warranty constitutes the entire express
warranty given by JVC for JVC products and
no dealer or service centre personnel or his.
its or their agent or employee is. or are authorized to extend or enlarge this warranty on be
half Of jvc
5. Disclaimer of Consequential Damage:
To the extent the law permits JVC disclaims any responsibility for loss of time or use of its product, transportation costs. or any other indirect, incidental or consequential damage or inconvenience.

JVC CANADA INC.
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Attention:
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Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.
Do not attempt to service the product yourself

Caution
To prevent electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Please refer to qualified service personnel for repairs.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION
We suggest that you register your product since it will enable us to contact you directly if it is ever necessary to correct a safety related condition in your product.
You can register at www.register.ivc.com
Please note that failure to register does not diminish any of your rights during the warranty period.

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