Clarion APX2180, APX4360, DPX11500, DPX1800, DPX2250 Applications

APX/DPX Amplifiers 15

English

Applications

Mono subwoofer system (APX2180 and APX4360)

In this application, the rear channels are bridged for mono operation to drive a

subwoofer while the front channels are available to drive a set of full-range speakers.

Stereo Amp configuration (APX2180)

•Set crossover mode to LP

•Set input mode switch to L + R (Mono)

•Set crossover frequency to ~80Hz

•Fine-tune crossover frequency to suit

musical tastes and performances

•4Ω min

FRONT

REAR

12V

REM GND FUSES

BRIDGED (4

RIGHT

LEFT

2 2

)

Stereo Amp configuration (APX4360)

•Set rear crossover mode to LP

•Set input mode switch to L + R (Mono)

•Set crossover frequency to ~80Hz

•Fine-tune crossover frequency to suit

musical tastes and performances

•4Ω min

Note:

You may bridge the front, rear or both pairs of channels using the above

settings.

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Contents

Main FCC Approval Contents 1. FEATURES 2. PRECAUTIONS Installation 3. CONTROLS APX2180 signal connections and audio adjustments APX4360 signal connections and audio adjustments DPX2250 signal connections and audio adjustments DPX1800 and DPX11500 signal connections and audio adjustments 4. OPERATIONS Selecting input voltage Setting the operating level Improving bass sound Matching subwoofer output to mid-range speakers Connecting directly to a head unit Care and maintenance 5. INSTALLATION AND WIRING What is included in the box Mounting precautions Wiring precautions Cables Power and speaker connections APX2180 power and speaker connections APX4360 power and speaker connections Page Applications Mono subwoofer system (APX2180 and APX4360) Stereo Amp configuration (APX2180) Stereo Amp configuration (APX4360) You may bridge the front, rear or both pairs of channels using the above settings. Page Four-channel high-power system (APX4360) Four speakers in stereofull range Four speakers in stereofiltered Page DPX1800 and DPX11500 stackable configurations Setting the gain Adjusting the crossover Setting the bass boost Final system checks 6. Troubleshooting Indicator lights Blue top Red end- Blue end- LED panel light panel light Meaning No Audio Amplifier shuts down after playing for a period of time Distorted audio Amplifier fuse keeps blowing The DPX11500 ships with a 200 Amp, ANL-type fuse; mount it external to the unit, near the battery. Whining noise when engine on 7. Glossary 24 APX/DPX Amplifiers 8. Specifications APX Amplifiers Parameter APX4360 APX2180 These specifications are Amplifier Power Standard CEA-2006 Compliant. DPX Amplifiers 26 APX/DPX Amplifiers 9. LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION

Clarion Applications

Models: APX2180 APX4360 DPX11500 DPX1800 DPX2250