Focal FPS 1500 Car Subwoofer AmpAkwụkwọ ntuziaka liifier

1. Okwu mmalite

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Focal FPS 1500 Class D Symmetric Car Subwoofer Amplifier. Please read this manual thoroughly before attempting installation or operation to ensure proper use and to prevent damage to the unit or your vehicle's audio system. Retain this manual for future reference.

2. Ozi nchekwa

Na-edebe nchekwa nchekwa ndị a mgbe niile n'oge ntinye na arụ ọrụ:

• Kwupu njikọ ọdụ batrị adịghị mma nke ụgbọ ala tupu ịmalite ọrụ eletrik ọ bụla.
• Hụ na waya niile dị n'ime mmiri nke ọma iji gbochie sekit dị mkpụmkpụ.
• Ugwu ahụ amplifier securely in a dry, well-ventilated location, away from heat sources and direct sunlight.
• Use appropriate wire gauges as specified in this manual to prevent overheating and ensure optimal performance.
• Arụla ọrụ ahụ amplifier if it is damaged or malfunctioning. Seek professional assistance.
• Zere ikpughe ihe ampna-eme ka mmiri dị elu ma ọ bụ oke okpomọkụ.

3. Ngwaahịa gafereview

The Focal FPS 1500 is a high-performance mono subwoofer amplifier designed to deliver powerful and precise bass. It features a Class D design for efficiency and includes various controls for fine-tuning your audio system.

Foto 1: N'ihu view of the Focal FPS 1500 ampihe ngosi, ihe ngosiasing its robust heatsink design and Focal branding.

Akụkụ ndị bụ isi:

• Mono subwoofer amplifier with 800 watts RMS x 1 at 1 ohm (CEA-2006 compliant).
• Klas D amplifier design for high efficiency.
• Thermostat-controlled, progressive-speed cooling fan.
• Dynamic soft clipping protection for speakers.
• Variable low-pass filters (50-500 Hz, 12 dB/octave).
• Switchable subsonic filter (20 Hz, 24 dB/octave).
• Variable bass boost (0-9 dB at 45 Hz).
• Phase switch for optimal subwoofer integration.
• Tupuamp inputs and remote level control capability.

4. Njikọ na njikwa

Familiarize yourself with the input and output terminals, as well as the control panel, before proceeding with installation.

Ọgụgụ 2: N'azụ view of the Focal FPS 1500 amplifier, showing power terminals, RCA inputs, crossover controls, and speaker outputs.

Ọrụ Panel Control:

• Power Terminals (GND, REM, +12V): Connections for ground, remote turn-on, and 12V power supply.
• Fuses (40A x 2): Integrated fuses for circuit protection.
• Ntinye (RCA): Low-level audio signal inputs from your head unit or processor.
• Subsonic Filter Switch: Activates a 20 Hz, 24 dB/octave high-pass filter to protect subwoofers from ultra-low frequencies.
• Ngbanwe X-OVER: Selects between Low-Pass or Direct (full range) operation. For subwoofers, set to Low-Pass.
• Nweta njikwa: Na-agbanwe mmetụta ntinye ka ọ dabara na mmepụta nke isi unit gị.
• Low-Pass Filter (50-500 Hz): Sets the upper frequency limit for the ampmmepụta lifier.
• Bass Boost (0-9 dB at 45 Hz): Provides an adjustable boost at 45 Hz for enhanced bass impact.
• Phase Switch (0/180 degrees): Adjusts the output phase to match other speakers in the system, improving bass integration.
• Port Control Ọkwa dịpụrụ adịpụ: Connects to an optional wired remote for convenient bass level adjustment.
• Mpụta okwu: Ọdụ maka ijikọ subwoofer gị.

5. Ntọala na nwụnye

Nrụnye kwesịrị ekwesị dị oke mkpa maka ịrụ ọrụ na ogologo ndụ nke gị amplifier. If you are unsure about any steps, consult a professional installer.

5.1 Na-arị elu Ampna -emegharị ihe

• Choose a mounting location that is dry, well-ventilated, and protected from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
• Ensure sufficient space around the amplifier for proper airflow, especially around the heatsink fins.
• Chekwaa amplifier firmly to a solid surface using appropriate screws and mounting hardware. Avoid mounting on carpet or other materials that could obstruct cooling.

5.2 Njikọ njikọ

Use high-quality wiring for all connections. 4-gauge power and ground leads are recommended for the FPS 1500.

1. Waya Ike (+12V): Run a 4-gauge power wire directly from the positive terminal of the vehicle's battery to the +12V terminal on the amplifier. Install an appropriate fuse holder (not supplied) within 18 inches (45 cm) of the battery.
2. Waya Ala (GND): Connect a 4-gauge ground wire from the GND terminal on the ampihe na-eme ka ihe na-agbapụta ihe dị ọcha, nke a na-eseghị agba n'elu chassis ụgbọala ahụ. Hụ na njikọ siri ike, nke na-anaghị eguzogide ihe ọ bụla, dị ala.
3. Waya Mgbakwụnye N'ime Ime Obodo (REM): Connect a remote turn-on wire (typically 18-gauge) from the remote output of your head unit to the REM terminal on the ampihe na-eme ka ihe dị ọcha. Waya a na-atụgharị ampgbanyụọ ma gbanyụọ ihe na-eme ka ihe na-ekpo ọkụ dị n'ime ya site na iji ihe na-eme ka isi gị dị jụụ.
4. RCA Input Cables: Connect high-quality RCA cables from the subwoofer pre-out of your head unit to the RCA input jacks on the ampna -emegharị ihe.
5. Wires ọkà okwu: Connect your subwoofer(s) to the speaker output terminals on the amplifier. Ensure correct polarity (+ to + and - to -). Refer to your subwoofer's specifications for impedance matching. The FPS 1500 is stable down to 1 ohm.

6. Ntuziaka ọrụ

Once all connections are made and verified, you can power on your system and adjust the ampntọala lifier.

6.1 Ike mbido

• Jikọọ ọnụ batrị adịghị mma nke ụgbọ ala.
• Gbanye isi gị. amplifier should power on, indicated by the power LED.
• Malite na amplifier's gain control set to minimum.

6.2 nhazi nhazi

1. Nweta njikwa: Play a familiar piece of music with a strong bass presence. Slowly increase the gain control on the amplifier until you hear distortion, then back it off slightly. This matches the ampmmetụta ntinye nke lifier na mmepụta nke isi unit gị.
2. Ihe nzacha dị ala: Set the low-pass filter frequency to blend smoothly with your main speakers. A common starting point is 80-100 Hz, but this may vary depending on your system.
3. Subsonic Myọcha: If your subwoofer is ported or you are experiencing excessive cone excursion at very low frequencies, engage the subsonic filter (20 Hz). This protects the subwoofer from playing frequencies below its safe operating range.
4. Bass agbam ume: Use the bass boost sparingly. Excessive bass boost can lead to distortion and potential damage. Adjust to your preference, ensuring the sound remains clean.
5. Ngbanwe usoro: Experiment with the 0 and 180-degree phase settings. Choose the setting that provides the most impactful and coherent bass response from your listening position.

The FPS 1500 features Dynamic Soft Clipping, which helps protect your speakers from distortion by gently limiting the output when the amplifier is driven beyond its clean power capabilities.

7. Nlekọta

The Focal FPS 1500 amplifier chọrọ obere mmezi.

• Debe ihe ampihe nhicha lifia dị ọcha ma ghara ịfụ uzuzu. Jiri ákwà dị nro ma kpọọ nkụ hichaa ya.
• Hụ na nku oyi anaghị egbochi iji mee ka okpomọkụ dị mma.
• Periodically check all wiring connections for tightness and corrosion.
• Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners on the ampna -emegharị ihe.

8. Nchọpụta nsogbu

Ọ bụrụ na ị nwere nsogbu na ndụ gị amplifier, refer to the following table before contacting technical support.

9. Nkọwapụta

10. Akwụkwọ ikike na nkwado

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the documentation included with your purchase or visit the official Focal websaịtị. Debe ihe akaebe nke ịzụrụ maka akwụkwọ ikike.