Infinity 54a 4-Ch P P a 5 4 a P O W E R a M P L I F I E R, O U T T H E W a R R a N T Y

K A P P A 5 4 A P O W E R A M P L I F I E R

The Kappa 54a is a member of Infinity’s new Kappa series of mobile power amplifiers. Housed within the sleek, extruded aluminum frame, you’ll find the latest advances in circuit topology, along with user conveniences like a wide- range input sensitivity control, auxiliary outputs, and a built-in electronic crossover. With features like these and more, you can quickly try out a variety of system ideas, and because the Kappa 54a belongs to a related product family, you’re assured future expansion will look as good as it sounds.

K A P P A 5 4 A A M P L I F I E R F E A T U R E S . . .

The Kappa 54a is a 4-channel power amplifier that offers stereo, bridged-mono, or tri-mode operation, and is rated at 50 watts (rms) per channel into a 4-ohm load. In a bridged- mono configurations, front and rear amplifiers can deliver up to 150 watts (rms) for the same load. The 54a also features:

•2-ohm operation, rated at 75 watts (rms) per channel

•Bridge/stereo switches for fast system setup

•Built-in 12 dB-per-octave electronic crossovers, variable from 32 to 320 Hz

•Individually selectable high- and low-pass filters for all outputs (with through-pass on amplifier outputs and front/rear sum on auxiliary outputs)

•Amplifier input sensitivity controls to match a wide range of input signal levels from 250 mV to 9 V

•Five protection levels guard against over-voltage, under- voltage, over-power, over-temperature, and over-current situations

•2-color LED array indicates green when power is on and orange when protection is activated

•Industrial-grade, gold-plated, “pre-wire and plug-in” connectors for an easy-to-install high-quality interface

•Transparent control cover to deter tampering yet provide a clear view of installation settings

•Built-in automotive type fuses to protect the amplifier

•Unibloc™ chassis provides improved heat-sink capacity and exceptional RFI shielding characteristics

A B O U T T H E W A R R A N T Y . . .

You’ve selected a premium product that offers superior performance and advanced materials, resulting from over 25 years of car audio design.This Infinity product is made with our ongoing dedication to creating the best consumer audio products possible. As a result, you can expect your new Kappa Power Amplifier to provide you with many years of listening enjoyment.

All Infinity Automotive Products carry a limited parts and labor warranty (see the enclosed warranty card), so retain the bill of sale to protect your purchase and to aid us with any service-related questions you may have.

A B O U T T H I S M A N U A L . . .

To attain maximum amplifier performance, we encourage you to read the remaining pages before installing and operating your new Infinity Kappa Power Amplifier. Especially review the Applications section (on the next page) for ideas on designing a system. Also, save these instructions for future reference.

IMPORTANT: Installation of automotive stereo com- ponents can require extensive experience in performing a variety of electrical, and mechanical procedures. Although these instructions explain how to install a Kappa Power Amplifier in a general sense, they do not show the exact installation methods for your particular vehicle. If you do not have the experience, do not attempt the installation yourself; instead ask your Authorized Infinity Car Audio Dealer about professional installation options.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We, Infinity Systems A/S

Kongevejen 194B

DK-3460 Birkerød

DENMARK

declare in own responsibility, that the product described in this owner’s manual is in compliance with technical standards EN 55013/A12/8.1994 and EN 55020/12.1994.

	Steen Michaelsen
	Infinity Systems A/S
	Birkerød. DENMARK. 3/97
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