Orion HP-2300, HP-4600, HP-2600, HP-2400 Introduction, Practice Safe Sound, What’s in the Box

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your purchase of Orion's amplifier. Each Orion amplifier is designed to be the leader in its class offering ease of use, advanced features, and the most power. Orion ampli- fiers are designed as the best affordable high end car audio amplifier money can buy. Listed below are the features of these new Orion amplifiers.

HP-2300 - 50 Watts per channel, two-channel amplifier with dual built-in high- pass and low-pass 12dB/octave crossover centered at 100Hz and Intelli-Bass. The HP-2300 is capable of 3, 2, or 1 channel operation with a maximum power of 150 Watts into 4W mono.

HP-2400 - 75 Watts per channel, two-channel amplifier with dual built-in high- pass and low-pass 12dB/octave crossover centered at 100Hz and Intelli-Bass. The HP-2400 is capable of 3, 2, or 1 channel operation with a maximum power of 200 Watts into 4W mono.

HP-2600 - 100 Watts per channel, two-channel amplifier with dual built-in high- pass and low-pass 12dB/octave crossover centered at 100Hz and Intelli-Bass. The HP-2400 is capable of 3, 2, or 1 channel operation with a maximum power of 300 Watts into 4W mono.

HP-4600 - 50 Watts per channel, four-channel amplifier with dual built-in high- pass and low-pass 12dB/octave crossover centered at 100Hz and Intelli-Bass. The HP-4600 is capable of 6, 5, 4, 3, or 2 channel operation with a maximum power capability of 300 Watts into 4W stereo (channels 1/2 and 3/4 bridged.)

The installation of all Orion amplifiers will determine the overall performance result. Improper installation will not only limit the performance of your Orion system but also potentially compromise the reliability of the amplifier. To ensure proper sonic results and component reliability, please refer to your Authorized Orion dealer for installation assis- tance or advice. If you decide to perform the installation yourself, read the entire manual before beginning the installation.

What’s in the Box

(1) amplifier

(1) spare fuse(s)

(1) Allen wrench 4mm

(1) Allen wrench 3mm

(1) hardware kit

(1) Amplifier installation and operation manual

(1) Window decal

PRACTICE SAFE SOUND™

Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB may cause permanent hearing loss. High power automotive sound systems can generate sound pressure levels in excess of 130dB. When playing your system at high levels, please use hearing protection and avoid long term exposure.

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Contents Warranty Contents Introduction Practice Safe SoundWhat’s in the Box Record Your Serial Number and Date END Panel LayoutsHP-2300, HP-2400, HP-2600 Controls HP4600 Controls HP-2300, HP-2400, HP-2600 ConnectionsHP4600 Connections Directed Electronics, all rights reserved HP-2300 CEA SpecificationsAmplifier Section HP-2300 HP-2400 HP-2600 SpecificationsAmplifier Section HP-4600 Amplifier Settings High-Pass Crossover Adjusting Intelli-BassSealed Example High-Pass Set at 20Hz Infinite Baffle Example High-Pass Set at 30HzSealed Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz Vented Example High-Pass Set at 30HzRemote Bass Operation optional Amplifier Wiring Power ConnectionsHigh Level Input Harness One Channel/Two Channel Configuration Bridge ConfigurationSpeaker Connections HP-2300, HP-2400, and HP-2600 Three Channel Channel 1, Channel 2, Bridged Speaker Connections HP-4600 Four Channel Stereo ConfigurationThree Channel Stereo/Bridged Configuration Tri-Mode Six Channel Configuration Passenger Compartment Amplifier InstallationGeneral Precautions and Installation Tips Choosing Mounting LocationsTools of the Trade Step By Step InstallationTesting the System SET UP and TroubleshootingAdjusting the Sound of the System Symptom Probable Cause Action To Take Troubleshooting TipsInternal Crossover Configuration Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Directed Electronics, all rights reserved