INSTALLATION
WARNING: Playing loud music in an automobile can hinder your ability to hear traffic and permanently damage your hearing. We recommend listening at low or moderate levels while driving your car. JBL accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury or property damage resulting from the use or misuse of this product.
IMPORTANT: To get the best performance from your JBL Power Series® amplifiers, we strongly recom- mend that installation be entrusted to a qualified professional. Although these instructions explain how to install JBL Power Series amplifiers in a general sense, they do not show specific installation methods that may be required for your particular vehicle. If you do not have the necessary tools or experience, do not attempt the installation yourself. Instead, please ask your authorized JBL car audio dealer about professional installation.
INSTALLATION WARNINGS AND TIPS
•Always wear protective eyewear when using tools.
•Turn off all audio systems and other electrical devices before you start. Disconnect the
•Check clearances on both sides of a planned mounting surface before drilling any holes or installing any screws. Remember that the screws can extend behind the surface.
•At the installation sites, locate and make a note of all fuel lines, hydraulic brake lines, vacuum lines, and electrical wiring. Use extreme caution when cutting or drilling in and around these areas.
•Before drilling or cutting holes, use a utility knife to remove unwanted fabric or vinyl to keep material from snagging in a drill bit.
•When routing cables, keep input- signal cables away from power cables and speaker wires.
•When making connections, make certain they are secure and properly insulated.
•If the amplifier’s fuse must be replaced, use only the same type and rating as that of the original. Do not substitute another kind.
CHOOSING A LOCATION AND MOUNTING THE AMPLIFIER
Amplifiers need air to stay cool. Suitable locations are under a seat (provided the amplifier doesn’t interfere with the seat adjustment mechanism), in the trunk, or in any other location which provides enough air for the amp to cool itself. Do not mount the amplifier with the heat sink facing downward, as this makes convection cooling of the amplifier impossible.
Mount the amplifier so that it is not damaged by the feet of backseat passengers or shifting cargo in the trunk. Mount the amplifier so that it remains dry – never mount an amplifier outside the car or in the engine compartment. Using the amplifier as
a template, mark the location of the mounting holes on the mounting surface, drill pilot holes, and attach the amplifier to the mounting surface with screws. Make sure the amplifier is mounted securely.
POWER CONNECTIONS The Power Series amplifiers are capable of delivering extremely high power levels, and require a
Ground Connection
Connect the amplifier’s Ground (GND) terminal to a solid point on the vehicle’s metal chassis, as close to the amplifier as possible. Refer to the chart below to determine minimum
Power Connection
Connect a wire (see chart at right for appropriate gauge) directly to the vehicle’s positive battery terminal, and install an appropriate fuse holder within 18" of the battery terminal. Do not install the fuse at this time. Route the wire to the amplifier’s location, and connect it to the amplifier’s Positive (BATT +) terminal. Be sure to use appropriate grommets whenever routing wires through the firewall
or other sheet metal. Failure to adequately protect the positive wire from potential damage may result in a vehicle fire. When you are done routing and connecting this wire, you may install the fuse at the battery.
NOTE: The BPx2200.1 is supplied with an external 150A fuse. If you are running a dedicated wire to this amplifier, this fuse should be installed near the battery, as specified above. If you are running multiple amplifiers off a power distribution block, this fuse should be installed between the distribution block and the BPx2200.1. In any case, a fuse must be installed within 18" of the battery terminal.
Remote Connection
Connect the amplifier’s Remote (REM) terminal to the source unit’s Remote
Speaker Connections
Refer to the application guides on the pages that follow. Speaker connections should be made using a minimum of
Wire Gauge Chart |
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Amplifier | Maximum | Minimum |
Model | Current Draw | Wire Gauge |
Px300.4 | 78A | #6 AWG |
Px600.2 | 78A | #6 AWG |
BPx500.1 | 50A | #8 AWG |
BPx1100.1 | 110A | #4 AWG |
BPx2200.1 | 190A | 2x #4 AWG |
These recommendations assume
7' – 10' wire runs. If your installation differs markedly, you will need to adjust the wire gauge accordingly.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are planning to use optional neon tubes, you
must install them before making any electrical connections to the amplifier (refer to “Installing Neon Tubes” on page 7).
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