Soundstream Technologies Class A 5.2 102 Sample Wiring Diagram, Power And Ground, wss A

INSTALLATION STEP 3 )

WIRING

POWER AND GROUND

To ensure maximum output from your RUBICON amplifier, use high quality, low- loss power and ground cables and connections. The RUBICON amplifiers will accept up to 4 gauge power and ground cables. Determine from the chart below the minimum gauge power and ground wire for your application.

I	up to 10’	up to 20’
RUB/CON Class A 5.2	4 or 8 gauge	4 gauge only	I
RUB/CON Class A 10.2	4 gauge only	4 gauge only

CIRCUIT BREAKERS AND FUSES

EXTERNAL

Like all audio components, the RUBICON amplifiers must be fused near the battery. A fuse or circuit breaker must be located within 18” of the battery. This will prevent a fire in the event of a shorted cable. See the chart below to determine the correct fuse value.

INTERNAL

The RUBICON amplifiers are fused with an automotive-type or Maxi-fuse. In the event of a blown power supply fuse(s), replace with the correct value fuse found in the chart below. Never replace the fuse with a higher value than what is sup- plied. This may result in amplifier damage and will void the warranty!

RUB/CON Amplifier Fuse Values

		Amplifier Fuse		Battery Fuse /	Circuit
				Breaker
wss A 5.2
	1	60 amp Maxi-fuse	1	80 amp		I
						I
RUB/CON Class A 10.2	[	80 amp Maxi-fuse	I	100 amp

SAMPLE WIRING DIAGRAM

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INSTALLATION STEP 4 )

AMPLIFIER LOCATION

The RUBICON amplifiers employ highly efficient circuitry, a custom-engineered heat sink, and a unique Chassisink construction to maintain lower operating temperatures. Additional cooling may be required if the amplifier is located in a tightly confined area or when driving especially low impedance loads at extremely high levels.

When mounting the amplifier, it should be securely mounted to either a panel in the vehicle or an amp board or rack that is securely mounted to the vehicle. The mounting location should be either in the passenger compartment or in the trunk of the vehicle, away from moisture, stray or moving objects, and major electrical components. To provide adequate ventilation, mount the amplifier so that there are at least two inches of freely circulating air above and to the sides of it.

MOUNTING THE AMPLIFIER

a.Using the amplifier as a template, mark the holes on the mounting surface.

b.Remove the amplifier and drill the holes for the mounting screws.

C.Secure the amplifier to the mounting surface using the supplied hardware.

WIRING

a.Run and connect the audio signal and remote turn-on cables to the ampli- fier from the source unit.

b.Carefully run the positive cable from the amplifier to a fuse or circuit breaker within 18” of the battery.

C.Connect the fuse or circuit breaker lead to the battery. Leave the circuit breaker off or the fuse out until everything is bolted down.

d.Secure the ground cable to a solid chassis ground on the vehicle. It may be necessary to sand paint down to raw metal for a good connection.

e.Double check each and every connection1

f.Re-connect the fuse or circuit breaker.

POWER UP

Power up the system, there may be a 2-3 second delay from the time the source unit is turned on to the time that the amplifier turns on, which is normal. Once the amplifer LED is on and the source unit is playing, you should have sound coming from the speakers.

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