Polk Audio PAD2000.2 manual Record this Information for Your Records, WHAT’S in the BOX

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Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of a Polk Audio PA D Series amplifier.. Each PA D Series amplifier is designed

to be the leader in its class offering the most power, advanced features, and extreme ease of use.. In high-end sound systems or high SPL systems, PA D Series amplifiers will give you years of trouble-free performance..

•PA D2000.2—250W x 2 RMS @ 2 Ohms; 125W x 2 RMS @ 4 Ohms; 500W x 1 RMS Bridged @ 4 Ohms.. Note: Improper installation will not only limit the performance of your Polk Audio PA D Series amplifier but also potentially compromise the reliability of this amplifier.. To ensure proper sonic results and component reliability, please refer to your authorized dealer for installation assistance or advice.. If you decide to perform the installation yourself, be sure to read the entire manual before beginning the installation (see Installation Guidelines on page 8)..

RECORD THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS

Model:__________________________________________________

Serial Number:____________________________________________

Date of Purchase:__________________________________________

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

•	Polk Audio Amplifier	•	Terminal Block Adaptor
•	Phillips Screws (4)	•	Owner’s Manual

•Online Registration Card

Important Note: If anything is missing or damaged, or if your Polk Audio PA D Series amplifier fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately.. We recommend keeping your original carton and packing materials in case you need to ship the unit in the future..

WARNING: Listen Carefully

Polk Audio amplifiers, loudspeakers and subwoofers are capable of playing at extremely high volume levels, which could cause serious or permanent hearing damage.. Polk Audio accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury or property damage resulting from the misuse of its products.. Keep these guidelines in mind and always use your own good judgment when controlling volume.. For more about safe volume levels,

go to: www..osha..gov/dts/osta/otm/noise/standards_more..html

Internal Bridging

Terminals that can be used in bridging mode are identified by the black boxes above each terminal.. In the PA D2000..2, the two black boxes work together to create an internally bridged hookup..

BRIDGED

L L R R

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

Listed next are the majority of the tools required to perform an installation..

Having the proper tools will make the installation that much easier..

•	Phillips head screwdriver	• Solderless, crimp-on connectors and a crimping tool
• Electric drill and 3/16" and 1/8" drill bits		• Safety glasses
•	Permanent ink marker or pencil	• DMM or VOM
•	Safety glasses	• Nylon tie straps
•	Wire strippers and cutters	• Wire crimper
•	Electrical tape	• Grommets for passing wires through metal car walls

End Panel Layouts

PA D2000.2 Line Level Inputs/Outputs/Controls

2	3a	3b	4a	4b		5	6	7
							INPUT	OUTPUT
		LPF		HPF			L	L
1	X-OVER		X-OVER
	FREQ x 1		FREQ x 1
HPF		LPF		HPF	LEVEL
FULL	BPF
							R	R
	FREQ x 10	50Hz 500Hz	FREQ x 10	20Hz 400Hz	6V	200mV

1.Status LEDs (on top of amplifier): Power and Protection—Power will illuminate to indicate the amplifier is on and operating normally; protection will illuminate if the amplifier shuts down due to short circuit, DC offset, or overheating detected by onboard protection circuitry..

2.HPF, FULL, BPF Switch—Selects full range, high pass filter, or band-pass filter.. The HPF setting attenuates low frequencies and is used with mid-range speakers and tweeters.. The FULL setting does not attenuate any frequencies and is for full range speaker systems.. The BPF setting allows you to use both the high pass filter and low pass filter, and it is for use with mid-range drivers..

3.(a) Low-Pass Frequency Button—Sets the frequency of the crossover at a range of either 50Hz - 500Hz or, when FREQ x 10 is engaged, to 500Hz - 5000Hz.

(b)LPF Variable Control—Adjusts the low pass filter frequency to attenuate frequencies above the setting on the control..

4.(a) High-Pass Frequency Button—Sets the frequency of the crossover at a range

of either 20Hz - 400Hz or, when FREQ x 10 is engaged, to 200Hz - 4000Hz..

(b)HPF Variable Control—Adjusts the high pass filter frequency to attenuate frequencies below the setting on the control..

5.Level Control—Adjusts the gain of the left and right channels to match the output voltage from your head unit..

6.Line Level Inputs—Accepts line level input from a head unit, preamplifier or, equalizer..

7.Line Level Outputs—Provides a full range signal for easy connection to additional amplifiers..

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