Soundstream 102 User Guide
INSTALLATION STEP 4
The input levels are adjusted by means of the individual channel input level con-
trols located on the front of the amplifier. This is a unique dual-stage circuit that
adjusts both level and gain. This topology maintains better
trols located on the front of the amplifier. This is a unique dual-stage circuit that
adjusts both level and gain. This topology maintains better
Ratio even when
using sources with minimal output.
In the ideal situation, all components in the audio system reach maximum undistorted
output at the same time. If you send a distorted signal to an amplifier, it is simply
going to amplify distorted information. The same holds true if an outboard proces-
sor or crossover begins to distort before you have maximum output from the ampli-
output at the same time. If you send a distorted signal to an amplifier, it is simply
going to amplify distorted information. The same holds true if an outboard proces-
sor or crossover begins to distort before you have maximum output from the ampli-
fier. By setting all components to reach clipping at the same time, you can maxi-
mize the output of your system. For the
amplifiers, follow these steps
for setting the input levels:
1.
Turn the amplifiers’ input levels to minimum position (counter-clockwise)
2.
Set the source unit volume to approximately
of full volume.
3.
While playing dynamic source material, slowly increase the amplifiers’ input
level until a near maximum undistorted level is heard in the system.
level until a near maximum undistorted level is heard in the system.
Once the amplifier is installed and the proper levels set, place the front spoiler in
position, and bolt it on using the supplied hardware.
position, and bolt it on using the supplied hardware.
TRIDENT
PROTECTION CIRCUITRY
amplifier
is
protected against both overheating and short circuits
by means of main
power
supply fuses and the following circuits:
Speaker Output Protection
Ground Fault Differential
A failsafe thermal protection circuit
you experience blown main power supply fuses, it is like/y
that the amplifier is seeing a dead short, either in the speaker wire or in
the speaker itself.
the speaker itself.
the problem before blowing multiple fuses!
DO NOT increase values beyond the original fuse value! Doing so will
void your warrant and may damage your amplifer.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
No Sound and power LED is not lit
No sound, power LED is lit.
Repeatedly blow amp fuse;
frequent activation of Trident
protection or Smart Power Supply
Circuit
Circuit
Very little output, or output is
muffled.
CAUSE
1. No power or ground at the amp.
2. No remote turn-on signal
3. Blown fuse near the battery
No signal input
2. The
switch
is in the “IN” position. Move it to the
“OUT” position. (302
only)
Speaker or leads may be shorted
2. Amplifier load my be too low
3. Verify adequate amp ventilation
Make sure that both the L.P. and the
H.P.
engaged
Your Soundstream
amplifier is protected by a limited warranty.
Please read the enclosed warranty card for details.
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