PHOENIX GOLD ZXM500.1 Series Full Class d Technology Mini Amplifiers Instructions

: August 28, 2024
: PHOENIX GOLD

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PHOENIX GOLD ZXM500.1 Series Full Class d Technology Mini Amplifiers
SPECIFICATIONS
Installation
LIMITED WARRANTY ON AMPLIFIERS
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PHOENIX GOLD ZXM500.1 Series Full Class d Technology Mini Amplifiers

Q: Can I use the ZXM500.1 amplifier with a subwoofer?

A: Yes, the ZXM500.1 amplifier can be used to power a subwoofer with its 500W max power rating.

Q: What is the recommended power supply for the ZX MiniAmplifiers?

A: It is recommended to use a stable power supply that meets the power requirements of the amplifier model you are using.

SPECIFICATIONS

Full Class-D technology offers efficiency & performance
Short circuit/thermal and high/low voltage protection
Excellent signal-to-noise ratio and FM noise rejection
Remote gain controller included (except ZXM500.4)
Built-in protection LED light status indicator
Surface mount component technology
Ultra-small size for easy installation
Autostart on high-level input
Full adjustable HP & LP filter

| ZXM500.1| ZXM500.4| ZXM600.3| ZXM700.5
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Class:| Class D| Class D| Class D| Class D
Channels:| 1| 4| 3| 5
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Frequency Response:

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12Hz – 280Hz

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10Hz – 30kHz

| L/R: 20Hz – 25kHz Sub: 10Hz – 250Hz| F/R: 20Hz – 25kHz Sub: 10Hz – 260Hz
Max Power Rating:| 1000W| 1000W| 1200W| 1400W
RMS Power Rating (1Ω):| 1 x 500W| N/A| N/A| N/A
RMS Power Rating (2Ω):| 1 x 360W| 4 x 125W| 2 x 130W + 1 x 350W| 4 x 100W + 1 x 350W
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RMS Power Rating (4Ω):

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1 x 230W

| 4 x 80W

2 x 250W Bridged

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2 x 75W + 1 x 230W

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4 x 60W + 1 x 230W

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Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) (Full Power):

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-88dB

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-90dB

| L/R: – 86dB

Sub: -91dB

| F/R: -84dB

Sub: -89dB

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD):| <1%| <1%| <1%| <1%
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Low Pass Filter (LPF):

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40Hz – 250Hz (12dB/Oct)

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40Hz – 400Hz (12dB/

Oct)

| L/R: 40Hz – 400Hz

(12dB/Oct)

Sub: 50Hz – 250Hz

(24dB/Oct)

| F/R: 40Hz – 400Hz

(12dB/Oct)

Sub: 50Hz – 250Hz

(24dB/Oct)

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High Pass Filter (HPF):

| Sub: 50Hz – 250Hz

(24dB/Oct)

| F/R: 40Hz – 400Hz

(12dB/Oct)

| 40Hz – 400Hz

(12dB/Oct)

| 40Hz – 400Hz

(12dB/Oct)

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Subsonic:

| Sub: 50Hz – 250Hz

(24dB/Oct)

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N/A

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N/A

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N/A

Bass Boost @ 45Hz:| 0 – +18dB| N/A| Sub: 0 – +18dB| Sub: 0 – +18dB
Crosstalk:| N/A| | -48dB| -50dB
Input Sensitivity:| 0.34V – 7.1V| 0.34V – 5.7V| 0.36V – 6.8V| 0.34V – 8V
Remote:| Yes (Included)| N/A| Yes (Included)| Yes (Included)
High-level Input:| Yes| Yes| Yes| Yes
Auto Turn- on:| Yes| Yes| Yes| Yes
Input Mode:| N/A| 2CH / 4CH| 2CH / 3CH| 4CH / 5CH
Operating Voltage:| 7V – 16.5V| 7V – 16.5V| 8.5V – 16.8V| 8.6V – 16.6V
Idle Current:| 0.51A| 0.72A| 0.88A| 1.24A
Current Draw (Max):| 46A| 46A| 56A| 70A
Total Efficiency (4Ω):| 92%| 90%| 88%| 85%
Power Terminal:| 10mm²| 10mm²| 10mm²| 10mm²
Speaker Terminal:| 10mm²| 1mm²| 1mm²| 1mm²
Dimensions (LxWxH) (Excluding Feet):| 149 x 83.1 x 34.8mm| 149 x 83.1 x 34.8mm| 149 x 83.1 x 34.8mm| 186 x 83.1 x 37.3mm
Dimensions (LxWxH) (Including Feet):| 165 x 83.1 x 34.8mm| 165 x 83.1 x 34.8mm| 165 x 83.1 x 34.8mm| 202 x 83.1 x 37.3mm

Installation

Make sure the enclosure is firmly fixed in your vehicle. Check before drilling or cutting holes. DO NOT work near fuel tanks, fuel lines hydraulic lines, or electrical wiring. Amplifiers are generally mounted in the hatch/trunk area of a car or SUV, and under or behind the seat of most trucks. Select a location that will provide adequate ventilation for the amplifier. Secure the amplifier with the screws provided. DO NOT mount the amplifier in such a way as to pinch or damage the wires.

Before you start, disconnect the car battery’s negative cable and ensure it is isolated during the installation.
Run an appropriate gauge wire from the battery to the amplifier. Ensure that the wire being used is good quality as this cable will carry a very high current.
Find the closest clear metal area to the amp for a ground. Sand, grind, or scrape all paint and undercoating from the body and screw the ground securely in place. Test the ground with an ohm meter if desired.
Decide where you are ideally going to mount the amp. Once placed, run the speaker wire to the speakers. Make sure the polarity (+ and -) are correctly installed.
Connect the power and ground to the amplifier.
Connect the power wire to the battery using a fuse capable of the total current load of all amplifiers connected. Locate the fuse as close as possible to the battery.
Connect the remote wire from the head unit to the amplifier.
Connect the RCAs to the amplifier.
When everything is connected, power on the unit and leave the gain all the way down at first. Start with the head unit volume low and work your way up.
Now you can tune the amp. Take your time and make only one adjustment at a time. It may take some time to get the system fully adjusted. During this time, the amp is drawing current from the battery. You should check the battery voltage from time to time and recharge it if it gets low.

ZXM500.1 Install

ZXM500.4 Install – NORMAL

ZXM500.4 Install – BRIDGED

ZXM600.3 Install – NORMAL ZXM600.3 Install – BRIDGED ZXM700.5 Install – NORMAL ZXM700.5 Install – BRIDGED Connection – Cable Information

Ensure the audio system is turned off before making any connections to the amplifier, speakers, or source unit. Failure to do so could result in permanent damage to the audio system. Ensure the correct gauge cable is used for all connections; consult the cable calculator diagram below for the correct gauge cable for your installation.

ZXM500.1 – Line Diagram ZXM500.4 – Line Diagram ZXM600.3 – Line Diagram ZXM700.5 – Line Diagram Disclaimer

Always ensure the enclosure is securely attached, to avoid movement. PHOENIX GOLD accepts no responsibility for damage or injury in relation to the inappropriate securing of this product.
Phoenix Gold Product Warranty

LIMITED WARRANTY ON AMPLIFIERS

Phoenix Gold warrants this product to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase. This warranty is not transferable and applies only to the original purchaser from an authorized Phoenix Gold dealer. Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect or malfunction, Phoenix Gold or its Country distributor/reseller will (at its discretion) repair or replace the defective product with new or re-manufactured product at no charge. Damage caused by the following is not covered under warranty: accident, misuse, abuse, product modification or neglect, failure to follow installation instructions, unauthorized repair attempts, and misrepresentations by the seller. This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages and does not cover the cost of removing or reinstalling the unit(s). Cosmetic damage due to accident or normal wear and tear is not covered under warranty.