TARAMPS MN 019405 Free Shipping Worldwide Amplifier Instruction Manual

TARAMPS MN 019405 Free Shipping Worldwide Amplifier

Specifications

• Product: Amplifier
• Manufacturer: Taramps
• Website: www.taramps.com.br/en
• Technical Support: +55 18 3266-4050 / +55 18 99749-3391
• Email: [email protected]

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Requirements

To ensure the safe usage of the amplifier, follow these guidelines:

• The installation must be done by a qualified professional.
• Wear safety glasses, and insulated gloves, and use correct tools during installation.
• Install the amplifier in a firm place with adequate heat dissipation space.
• Avoid installation in dusty, humid, or wet areas. Keep away from fuel tanks and heat sources.
• Check power supply wiring polarity, loudspeaker connections, and speaker impedance.

Installation Procedure

1. Ensure no system is shorted or in contact with the vehicle chassis.
2. Connect the speakers to the amplifier’s output.
3. Verify proper battery charging and keep the volume control at a minimum.
4. Turn on the remote to activate the preamp and adjust volume settings.
5. After use, turn off all circuit breakers before moving the vehicle or starting the engine.

Caring for Your Sound System

• Turn off all circuit breakers after using the sound system.
• Avoid moving the vehicle with activated circuit breakers.
• Do not connect a battery charger while the sound system is in operation.
• Use only the specified charger for the system.
• Do not start the vehicle engine with the sound system running.

FAQ

• Q: Can I install the amplifier myself?
  A: It is recommended to have a qualified professional handle the installation to ensure safety and proper setup.

• Q: How do I know if my speakers are properly connected?
  A: Check the polarity of the speaker connections and ensure they match the amplifier’s specifications for impedance.

The installation of this product must be done 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 a 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, and 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: [email protected]

Introduction

Read this manual before preparing the product. In case of doubt, contact our technical support: (18) 3266-4050 or www.taramps.com.br.
At the end of its useful life, this product must not be disposed of in household waste. Look for an electronic equipment collection or recycling centre for proper disposal.

Safety requirements

To ensure proper use, please read through this manual before using the amplifier. You must know the CAUTIONS contained here.

• The installation of this amplifier must be done by a qualified professional.
• Wear safety glasses, insulated gloves and correct tools for installing this product.
• This amplifier must be installed in a firm place with at least 1” space around the heatsink for proper heat spreading.
• Never install the amplifier in places exposed to dust, humidity and water. Pay attention to installing it far from fuel tank, fuel lines, heat sources and other parts of the vehicle.
• Check carefully the polarity of power supply wiring (battery’s positive and negative terminals) loudspeakers and the minimum speaker impedance;
• It is compulsory to install fuses to protect against overloading. The fuse or circuit breaker must be installed as close as possible to the battery and sized up according to the amplifier;
• Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic grommets to protect any wires routed through car’s body.
• Before making any connection to the amplifier, disconnect the battery negative terminal.
• When in use, the external surface of may amplifier becomes hot. Avoid touching the heatsink area and keep children far from the amplifier.
• This amplifier may produce high sound pressure levels. Avoid continuous exposure to levels over 85dB to prevent permanent hearing loss.
• Output connections for speakers may have voltage levels when the amplifier is operating. Make sure that the amplifier is turned OFF before proceeding any connection or disconnection in these terminals.
• If you want to dispose of this amplifier, don’t throw it on domestic waste. It must be collected by a used electronic product disposal service for proper recycling.

Safety

As you read this manual, pay attention to the safety symbols
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 the 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

Installation Procedure

1. Follow all procedures described below;
2. If you do not follow the proper procedures by qualified professionals, Taramps is exempted of any responsibility;
3. Insulate completely all system connections, this avoiding electrical contact with the vehicle chassis;
4. Accessories and peripherals (such as Head Units, equalizers, crossover or other equipment requiring power at 12 volts) should be eliminated from the original vehicle connections. The equipment will be supplied by the of auxiliary batteries bank, designed according to system needings;
5. Circuit breakers must be installed in a visible and easily access place for operating, and system maintenance;
6. The batteries must be insulated once installed, to avoid electric shock, sparks and/or damage to vehicle;
7. All connections should be made with all circuit breakers off.

TURNING ON THE AMPLIFIER

1. Check that any system is not shorted or in contact with the chassis of the vehicle;
2. Check carefully if the negative points of high voltage battery bank and 12.6 VDC battery negative point are connected;
3. Connect the speakers in its output;
4. Make sure that your batteries are properly charged;
5. Keep the volume control (Level) at the minimum;
6. Turn on the remote to activate the preamp;
7. After checking the preamplifier, disconnect the remote, activate the circuit breakers and turn on the remote again;
8. Set all volume settings, and frequency cuts and enjoy all the advantages of your new amplifier.

CARING OF YOUR SOUND SYSTEM

1. After the use of the sound system, turn off all circuit breakers;
2. Never move the vehicle with activated circuit breakers;
3.  Do not connect the battery charger with the sound system in operation;
4. Do not add any other battery charger; Use only the specified charger.
5. Do not start the vehicle engine with the sound system in operation;
6. The engine starting (ignition) is only allowed once all circuit breakers are turned off.

NOTE:

• Failure to comply with any of the above procedures fully exempts Taramps from any liability for the risks of its use. So for you can take advantage of this high technology, high quality and powerful amplifier, be sure to follow step by step all safety procedures, otherwise it could imply the loss of warranty.
• For further information please contact our Technical Department to solve all doubts.
• All electrical and electronic equipment installation must be made by qualified and trained professionals.

CAUTION
“Your life is valuable. Avoid accidents. Depending on the severity of an electric shock, it can cost your life”.

Functions & input

1. INPUT UNBAL: Connect to the RCA output of the Head Unit using good-quality shielded cables to avoid noise pickup. The signals from the L and R inputs are mixed (added) internally.
2. THRU-OUT: This output can send the same input signal (INPUT) to another amplifier.
3. LEVEL: Adjust the sensitivity of the amplifier input, to get better performance and volume.
4. MONITOR Connection for an accessory whose function is to monitor the amplifier, where all information from the indicator LEDs, such as distortion (CLIP) and protection activation (PROT), will be shown simultaneously. (Accessory does not come with the product).
5. 12.6 VDC POSITIVE TERMINAL (1.5A): Use an exclusive 12.6V battery and relay (driven by the remote signal from the Head Unit. See diagram at page 06) .
6. FANS: This amplifier has four internal ventilation fans. For perfect functioning, the amplifier must be installed in a cool and aired place with at least 1” (25mm) space around the heatsink for proper heat spreading. The usually working temperature of the amplifier is 65°C.

CAUTION

The fans and ventilation openings are responsible for cooling the amplifier when it is in use, so it cannot be obstructed.

LEDS indicators/protections

• GREEN LED (HV): Indicates high voltage presence at the power terminals.
• BLUE LED (ON): Indicates powered amplifier.
• YELLOW LED (CLIPPING): Indicator of clipping and protection. (See protections below).
• RED LED (PROTECTION): Indicator of protection. (See protections below).
• SHORT: Red LED on.
• LOW VOLTAGE (HV): Blue LED alternating with yellow.
• HIGH VOLTAGE (HV): Blue LED alternating with red.
• MISSING (HV): Blue LED blinking.
• TEMPERATURE: Flashing yellow LED.
• VOLTAGE 12V
• LOW VOLTAGE 12V: If the voltage is less than 9VDC, the red LED flashes 2x.
• HIGH VOLTAGE 12V: If the voltage exceeds 16VDC, red LED flashes 3x.

Output & power supply connector

1. SPEAKER +: Output connector positive for loudspeakers.

2. SPEAKER -: Output connector negative for loudspeakers
   Due to the presence of voltage at the output terminals when the product is turned on, avoid contact with them. Risk of electric shock.

3. POWER +: Positive power input for high voltage

4. POWER -: Negative power input for high voltage.
   Before making any connections to the power terminals, make sure that the negative (-) of the vehicle battery is disconnected.

5. FANS: This amplifier has four internal ventilation fans. For perfect functioning, the amplifier must be installed in a cool and aired place with at least 1” (25mm) space around the heatsink for proper heat spreading. The usual working temperature of the amplifier is 65°C.
   The fans and ventilation openings are responsible for cooling the amplifier when it is in use, so it cannot be obstructed.

Please note : This is a device that will be high-voltage powered. As in any electronic equipment take care to not cause any incident during installation. We recommend using of well-insulated tools.

• Cables and circuit breakers should be of good quality with their connections well protected and insulated following the specified gauge.
  Wrongly dimensioned wiring may degrade the amplifier performance and cause power loss, wiring heating and serious risk of fire.

• Please note: This is a device that will be high-voltage powered. As in any electronic equipment take care to not cause any incident during installation. We recommend using of well-insulated tools.

• The wiring gauge recommended is described in the scheme on page 06.

The sale, purchasing or installation of this product by those under 21 years of age is forbidden.
This product is powered by HIGH VOLTAGE. Risk of electric shock. Danger of Death.
Maximum care should be taken to avoid personal injury while installing or operating the amplifier.

Interconnections

Installing one or more batteries is necessary to work at 12.6 Volts, to supply the pre-amplifier and other equipment that require this same voltage as Head Unit, crossover, equalizers, amplifiers, etc. As shown in the scheme.

Gauge for the output cable is 21mm², calculated a maximum length of 2m.
Attention! Do not use the vehicle chassis as a system grounding point.
Is forbidden the locomotion of the vehicle with this in sound system in operation. For maximum power and amplifier performance, use 18 x 130 amps batteries at least.

Charging the battery bank

SERIES CONNECTION – 24 12.6VDC BATTERIES

IT IS MANDATORY INSTALLATION OF CIRCUIT BREAKERS (DC)
For the battery bank in series to be fully charged, we recommend that you use individual sources for each battery.
As an example in the images, we indicate the Taramps LED 90 source.
It is expressly mandatory to use a 40A fuse or circuit breaker on the positive output of each battery.

Examples of connections

Connection 12 Speakers 8 OHMS

Connection 8 Speakers 4 OHMS

Connection 8 Speakers 8 OHMS

Technical features

For Competition: It is possible to use the product at 0.5 Ohm. Use 24 batteries (300 VDC).
For more information, contact our Technical Support [email protected].

NOTE : When the amplifier reaches the temperature equivalent to 90°C (194°F) thermal protection acts, the audio is stopped and the yellow LED will flash. Only when the amplifier back to a temperature less than 70°C (158°F) it resumes normal operation.
After a thermal shutdown, we recommend keeping the amplifier on, so the cooling time is shorter, due to the ventilation of the fans.

Manufactured by :
TARAMPS ELECTRONICS LTDA
CNPJ / TAX ID: 11.273.485/0001-03
Street João Silvério, 121 • Res. Manoel Martins Alfredo Marcondes – SP
Made in Brazil
www.taramps.com.br

References

• Taramps
• Taramps | WARRANTY & REPAIR CENTERS

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