Configuring a 24dB/octave Filter

	L		L	R		R
	L	(Mono)
		(Mono)
Speaker	Gain	Bass			Balanced	Gain	Speaker
+ L –	Phase	EQ	L	R	Input		– R +
	0 – 180°	Balanced	Pass Thru	Pass Thru		EZ Bridged 180°- 0°
		Unbalanced	Pass Thru	Pass Thru		EZ Bridged 180°- 0°

20Hz-80Hz

24dB/octave LP

XCard 2

LP	XCard
	1

20Hz-80Hz

24dB/octave LP

•XCards 1 & 2 inserted identically as HP or LP

NOTE: Both XCards must be customized to the same frequency for proper 24dB/octave operation.

Configuring a 12dB/octave Bandpass Filter

	L		L	R		R
	L	(Mono)
		(Mono)
Speaker	Gain	Bass			Balanced	Gain	Speaker
+ L –	Phase	EQ	L	R	Input		– R +
	0 – 180°	Balanced	Pass Thru	Pass Thru		EZ Bridged 180°- 0°
		Unbalanced	Pass Thru	Pass Thru		EZ Bridged 180°- 0°

80Hz-400Hz	XCard2	LP	HP	XCard1	80Hz-400Hz
12dB/octave Bandpass					12dB/octave Bandpass

•XCard 1 inserted as HP

•XCard 2 inserted as LP

NOTE: The amplifier is shipped with 80Hz XCards.x2 At least one of the XCards must be customized to enable proper bandpass operation. Refer to “Using the XCard” on page 12 for more information or contact your local Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer for customized XCards.

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500.2 specifications

The Rockford Fosgate 500.2 is a powerful, high-performance amplifier that embodies the brand's signature commitment to quality and innovation in the world of car audio. Designed for audiophiles and casual listeners alike, this amplifier can dramatically enhance the sound experience in your vehicle, making it a popular choice for many car enthusiasts.

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The 500.2 also features a variable high-pass and low-pass crossover, allowing for precise sound tuning. Whether you are aiming for deep bass or crisp highs, the adjustable crossover settings enable users to customize their audio experience to their liking. With a frequency response range of 20 Hz to 20 kHz, this amplifier is versatile enough to handle a wide array of musical genres and audio formats.

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