JL Audio J2360.2 Appendix a, Necessary Equipment, Nine-Step Procedure, Amplifier Section

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Appendix A:

Input Sensitivity Level Setting Following the directions below will allow the

installer to adjust the input sensitivity of each amplifier channel pair simply and easily in just a few minutes using equipment which is commonly available in installation bays.

Necessary Equipment

Digital AC Voltmeter

CD with a sine-wave test tone recorded at

0 dB reference level in the frequency range to be amplified for that set of channels

(50 Hz for subwoofer channels, 1 kHz for a midrange application). Do not use attenuated test tones (-10 dB, -20 dB, etc.).

The Nine-Step Procedure

1)Disconnect the speaker(s) from the amplifier’s speaker output connectors.

2)Turn off all processing (bass/treble, loudness, EQ, etc.) on the source unit, processors (if used) and amplifier. Set fader control to center position and subwoofer level control to 3/4 of maximum. If connected, set the amplifier’s Remote Bass Control at maximum (full clockwise).

3)Turn the “Input Sens.” control all the way down.

4)Set the source unit volume to 3/4 of full volume. This will allow for reasonable gain overlap with moderate clipping at full volume.

5)Using the chart on this page, determine the target voltage for input sensitivity adjustment according to the nominal impedance of the speaker system connected to the amplifier outputs.

6)Verify that you have disconnected the speakers before proceeding. Play a track with an appropriate sine wave (within the frequency range to be amplified) at 3/4 source unit volume.

7)Connect the AC voltmeter to the speaker output connectors of the amplifier. Make sure you test the voltage at the correct connectors (+ and –).

8)Increase the “Input Sens.” control until the target voltage is observed with the voltmeter.

9)Once you have adjusted the amplifier to its maximum low-distortion output level, reconnect the speaker(s). The “Input Sens.” controls can now be adjusted downward if the amplifier requires attenuation to achieve the desired system balance.

! IMPORTANT

Do not increase any Input Sens.setting for any amplifier channel or channel pair in the system beyond the maximum level established during this procedure. Doing so will result in audible distortion and possible speaker damage.

It will be necessary to re-adjust the “Input Sens.” for the affected channels if any equalizer boost is activated after setting the “Input Sens.” with this procedure. This applies to any EQ boost circuit, including source unit tone controls or EQ circuits. EQ cuts will not require re-adjustment.

Nom.

Target AC Voltage

Impedance

Stereo

Bridged

 

 

 

 

21 V

42 V

21 V

40 V

21 V

38 V

20 V

not recommended

19 V

not recommended

 

 

 

Appendix B:

J2-360.2 Specifications

General Specifications:

Recommended Fuse Value: 40A

Recommended Fuse Type: AFS, AGU or MaxiFuse™ at battery, 2 x 20A ATC fuses on amplifier chassis

Input Sections:

No. of Inputs: One Stereo Pair

Low-Level Inputs: Single-ended with RCA jack inputs

Low-Level Input Range: 200mV - 4V RMS

High-Level Inputs: Single-ended with molded connector

High-Level Input Range: 2V - 10V RMS

Amplifier Section:

Amplifier Topology: Class A/B with Dual N-Channel MOSFET output stage

Power Supply: PWM switching type, unregulated

Rated Power with less than 1% THD (14.4V supply): Stereo, all channels driven:

110W RMS x 2 @ 4 ohms

135W RMS x 2 @ 3 ohms

180W RMS x 2 @ 2 ohms Bridged, all channels driven: 220W RMS x 1 @ 8 ohms 270W RMS x 1 @ 6 ohms 360W RMS x 1 @ 4 ohms

Frequency Response: 10 Hz - 35 kHz +/- 0.5 dB

Crossover Sections:

Filter Type: 12dB/octave High-Pass or Low-Pass with continuously variable cutoff frequency selection from 50 - 500 Hz. Defeatable.

Preamp Output:

2-Channel, pass-through with unity gain, RCA-type jacks.

Dimensions (LxWxH):

12.80" x 9.60" x 2.15" (325 mm x 244 mm x 55 mm)

Due to ongoing product development, all specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Contents 360W 2-Channel, Full-Range Amplifier Stupid Mistakes to Avoid Safety ConsiderationsCooling Efficiency Considerations Serial NumberFuse Requirements Power ConnectionsProduct Description Many vehicles employ small 10 AWGChannels 3&4 Rear or SUB Turn-On LeadInput Sections Channels 1&2 FrontSpeaker Outputs Filter ControlsBass BOost Controls PreAMP OutputsServicing your Amplifier When bridged, the amplifierAmplifier Status Indicator Lights & Protection Circuitry Do not do thisAppendix a Nine-Step ProcedureAppendix B J2-360.2 Specifications General Specifications Dimensions LxWxHMy amplifier turns on, but there is no output My amplifier doesn’t turn onINSTALLATION NOTES INSTALLATION NOTES International Warranties Limited Warranty Amplifiers USAIf you need service on your JL Audio product JL Audio, Inc

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