TARAMPS VTS 5.1 Digital Voltmeter Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- TARAMPS
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TARAMPS VTS 5.1 Digital Voltmeter Instruction Manual
The installation of this product must be made by a qualified professional.
Term of warranty
TARAMPS, located on Abilio Daguano Street 274, Res. Manoel Martins – Alfredo Marcondes, SP – Brazil, ZIP CODE 19180-000, guarantees this product against any defects on terms of project, making, assembling, and/or with solidarity, due to project vices which cause it improper or inadequate to its original use within 12 months from the date of purchase. In case of defect during the warranty period, TARAMPS responsibility is limited to the repairing or substitution of the device of its own making.
This warranty excludes:
- Damaged products by improper installation, water infiltration, violation by unauthorized individuals;
- Tamper or torn warranty seal;
- Cases in which the product is not used in adequate conditions;
- Defects caused by accessories, modifications or features attached to the product;
- The product with damage from falling, bumps or nature related problems (flooding, lightning, etc.);
- Warranty card is not properly filled or torn;
- Costs involving uninstallation, reinstallation of equipment as well as shipment to the factory;
- Damage of any kind, due to problems in the product, as well as losses caused by discontinued use of the product.
Technical assistance
For international support, check on our website: www.taramps.com.br/en
/rede-de-assistencias-tecnicas or contact direct the factory support:
Phones: +55 18 3266-4050 / +55 18 99749-3391
E-mail: service@taramps.com.br
Introduction
Read this manual before installing the product. In case of questions contact
our technical support: +55 (18) 3266-4050 or
www.taramps.com.br.
At the end of its lifespan, this product must not be disposed of in household
waste. Look for an electronic equipment collection or recycling center for
proper disposal.
Declaration of ConformityTARAMPS ELECTRONICS LTDA
Alfredo Marcondes – SP
BrazilHereby, Taramps Electronics Ltda declares that the product
VTS 5.1 complies with the Directive 2014/30/EU, according
with the following harmonized standard:
-EN 50498:2010
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) –
Product family standard for aftermarket
electronic equipment in vehicles
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at
the Product Page on Internet.
Presentation
The Taramps VTS 5.1 Voltmeter and Sequencer is a compact and versatile product, as it incorporates 5 outputs for sequential activation of your sound system, in addition to voltage measurement functions with minimum register (HOLD) and SPL mode (allows you to work in systems above 16V).
Important recommendations
The recommended wiring gauge is 0.75mm². (18 AWG)
- – Power Negative (Connect to the battery’s negative pole).
- Remote Input (Connect the CD/DVD Player remote output)
- + Power Positive (Connect to the positive pole of the 12V battery).
Check for more details on pg. 7 of this manual.
The activation of mixers and/or audio processors should preferably be done at
the S1 output for a correct sequential activation (when switching on, from S1
to S5 and when switching off, from S5 to S1), thus avoiding unwanted
transients when switching on the amplifier (popularly known as “pop”).
IIMPORTANT: Outputs S1 to S5 are intended only for activating (REMOTE
input) of the sound equipment.
Do not use to power equipment and do not connect them to negative.
Safety requirements
To ensure proper use, please read through this manual before using the processor. It is specially important that you know the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS contained here.
- The installation of this product must be done by a qualified professional.
- Use the correct tools for installing this product.
- This product is for use with 12V batteries. Always check the voltage before installing.
- Never install the product in places exposed to dust, humidity and water. Pay attention to install it far from fuel tank, fuel lines, heat sources and other parts of vehicle.
- Be sure to install protection fuse or a circuit braker near to battery. Follow the ampere rating as indicated here in this manual. Use of improper fuse or circuit breaker could result in overheat, smoke, damage to product, injury or burns.
- Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic grommets to protect any wires routed through car’s body.
- Automotive sound systems may produce high sound pressure levels. Avoid continuous exposure to levels over 85dB to prevent permanent hearing loss.
Safety
As you read this manual, pay attention to the safety symbols.
CAUTION : This symbol with “CAUTION” is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions
will result in risk of injury to user or product damage.
Taramps reserves the right to modify the contents of this document at any
time without prior notice and does not have the obligation to apply the
changes in units which were previously produced.
Installing VTS 5.1
Connections example
*The way or order of connection made to the sound system may be different from the model above, depending on the products that the user has.
CAUTION : Check power polarity and recommended gauge.
it is recommended to install a 1 Ampere fuse on the positive supply
terminal.
Functions
All functions are accessed by pressing the FCN key, sequentially. Accessed
with 1 click:
Function 1: HOL = Displays the lowest voltage read on the voltmeter.
Function 2: ON = When enabled, allows the voltmeter to continue working
without the remote signal.
Function 3: OFF=Disable the ON function
Function SPL : Press FCN for about 10 seconds until “SPL” and “On” appear.This function increases the overvoltage protection (default = 16.5V) to about 19.5V. To deactivate this function, press FCN again for 10 seconds, until “SPL” and “OFF”appear on the display.
Voltage Check: With the VTS 5.1 without the remote signal it is possible to check the voltage of the batteries, press FCN and the voltage will be displayed and whenever you want to turn off the display press FCN again.
Technical features
| Measurement range: | 6V ~ 30V DC |
|---|---|
| Standby consumption: | 0,1mA |
| Rated Consumption (On): | 100mA |
| Number of sequencer outputs: | 5 |
| Sequencer output capacity: | 150mA |
| Low battery protection: | 9V (Outputs from S1 to S5 are off) |
| Low battery indication: | When the battery is below 10.2V the display flashes |
| High Battery Protection: | Turns off outputs S1 to S5 when voltage exceeds |
16.5V (default) or 19.5V (SPL Mode)
Dimensions (WxHxD):| 88 x 19,5 x 53 mm
Weight:| 0,1Kg
+55 18 3266-4050
Fabricado por / Manufactured by: TARAMPS ELECTRONICS LTDA
CNPJ/TAX ID: 11.273.485/0001-03
R. João Silvério, 121. Res. Manoel Martins
Macondo’s – SP
Indústria Brasileira – Made in Brazil
www.taramps.com.br
