Orion 2002 manual Amplifier Installation, Choosing Mounting Locations, Passenger Compartment

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Tri-Mode Three Channel Configuration

Lowest recommended impedance is 2W stereo and 4W bridged mono.

Stereo operation must be used.

Outputs must be configured for full range operation

Output is configured stereo and summed bridged.

Passive crossover frequencies must not overlap.

WARNING! Failure to observe these requirements may result in damage to the amplifier.

AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION

Choosing Mounting Locations

The location of your amplifier will depend on several important issues. Due to the low pro- file size of the Orion amplifiers, there are many possible installation locations that will yield satisfactory amplifier performance. Always mount the amplifier in a place that protects the amplifier from the elements. In addition, mount the amplifier on a stable, flat surface.

NOTE: Mounting amplifiers upside down is not recommended and may cause premature thermal shutdown.

WARNING! Do not mount any amplifier in the engine compartment. Amplifiers are not designed to endure the harsh environment of the exterior elements.

Passenger Compartment

If you are going to mount the amplifier in the passenger compartment, make sure you have adequate room for ventilation. The amplifiers have been designed to make under-seat mounting possible. When mounting your amplifier under a seat or similar area, keep a min- imum of 1" of clearance around the amplifier for adequate cooling.

Trunk Compartment

Mounting your amplifier in the trunk provides excellent performance as long as you do not restrict the airflow around the heatsink of the amplifier. For optimal results, mount the

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Contents Page Contents Introduction Practice Safe SoundWhat’s in the Box Limited TWO-YEAR Consumer Warranty Record Your Serial Number and DateSpecifications Amplifier Section OrionDirected Electronics, Inc Amplifier Controls and Connections Amplifier Settings Stereo / Mono Input ConfigurationInternal Crossover Configuration Low-Pass Crossover High-Pass Crossover Input Gain INTELLi Bass Control Amplifier Wiring Power ConnectionsSpeaker Connections Summed Bridged Configuration Amplifier Installation Choosing Mounting LocationsPassenger Compartment Trunk CompartmentGeneral Precautions and Installation Tips Tools of the TradeStep By Step Installation SET UP and Troubleshooting Testing the SystemAdjusting the Sound of the System Directed Electronics, Inc Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Probable Cause Action To TakeInternal Crossover Configuration Warranty