Soundstream Technologies 502 Car Amplifier User Manual


 
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INSTALLATION STEP 3
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WIRING
POWER
AND
GROUND
To ensure maximum output from your
RUBICON
amplifier, use high quality, low-
loss
power and ground cables and connections. The
RUBICON
amplifiers will
accept up to 4 gauge power and ground cables. Determine from the chart below
the minimum gauge power and ground wire for your application.
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up
to
10’
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up
to
20’
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REMOTE TURN-ON
Connect the “Remote” line to the turn-on lead from the source unit. When
+12
Volts is received, the amplifier will turn on.
Use a high quality cable that will be easy to install and has minimal signal loss
guarantee optimum performance.
The
RUBICON
amplifiers will accept up to 8 gauge speaker cable.
Use a high
quality, flexible, multi-strand cable for best performance and longevity.
RUB/CON Amplifier Fuse Values
SIGNAL CABLE
RUBICON
502
4
or 8 gauge
4
gauge only
RUB/CON
702 4
or 8 gauge
4
gauge
only
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RUB/CON
1002
4
gauge only
4
gauge only
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Amplifier Fuse
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Battery Fuse
/
Circuit Breaker
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RUBICON
502
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(2) 30 amp automotive
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80 amp
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RUB/CON 702
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60 amp Maxi-fuse
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80 amp
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SPEAKER CABLE
CIRCUIT BREAKERS AND FUSES
EXTERNAL
Like all audio components, the RUBICON amplifiers must be fused near the
battery. A fuse or circuit breaker must be located within 18” of the
batterv.
This will
Fuse
1
at the
prevent a fire in the event of a shorted cable.
See the chart below to determine the
Battery
correct fuse value.
INTERNAL
The
RUBICON
amplifiers are fused with an automotive-type or Maxi-fuse. In the
event of a blown power supply fuse(s), replace with the correct value fuse found in
the chart below. Never replace the fuse with a higher value than what is sup-
plied. This may result in amplifier damage and will void the warranty1
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+
To
+lZV
Battery
Terminal
To Chassis
Ground
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To 2nd
Amplifier
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(optIona<)
SPEAKERS
[Head Unit
iw
1
to
1
RUB/CON 1002
1
80 amp Maxi-fuse
100 amp
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