Page 2 - APX200.2M Power System Amplifier; INTRODUCTION; performance; ABOUT THE MANUAL AND WARRANT
APX200.2M Power System Amplifier INTRODUCTION The Clarion APX200.2M is a full-featured two-channel amplifier incorporatingthe following features: • Full frequency response with low distortion and exceptional signal to noise performance • Advanced circuit design that features bridgeable and mixed mod...
Page 3 - OWNER’S MANUAL; DESCRIPTION
OWNER’S MANUAL 1 DESCRIPTION The Clarion APX200.2M two-channel amplifier provides 2x70 watts of powerinto a 4 ohm load and 2x110 watts of power into a 2 ohm load. This fullfeatured model is an excellent choice for a variety of marine audio soundsystem configurations. The APX200.2M uses an unregulate...
Page 4 - - This allows you to set the nominal operating level of the
APX200.2M Power System Amplifier 2 • Gain Control - This allows you to set the nominal operating level of the amplifier. The amplifier's range, 250mV to 2.5V for RCA inputs or 500mV to5V for speaker level inputs, can accommodate input levels from virtually anybrand of source unit. • Bass Boost Contr...
Page 5 - CONNECTIONS FOR POWER AND SPEAKERS
OWNER’S MANUAL 3 CONNECTIONS FOR POWER AND SPEAKERS The rear panel of the APX200.2M contains power and speaker connections asshown below. Figure 2 1. Left Speaker Output2. Right Speaker Output3. Remote Turn-on Input 4. Ground Input5. Battery + 12V Input6. 25 Amp Fuse
Page 6 - APPLICATIONS; Bridged - Mono Subwoofer System; Set X-Over Mode to LP and adjust; Figure 3; Subwoofer 4 Ohms
APX200.2M Power System Amplifier 4 APPLICATIONS The Clarion APX200.2M 2-channel marine audio amplifier can be used in avariety of system applications. Here are some examples to help plan your owninstallation. Bridged - Mono Subwoofer System Set X-Over Mode to LP and adjust FREQ to speaker specificat...
Page 7 - Figure 4; - In this application, the amplifier is used in stereo and drives two
OWNER’S MANUAL 5 2-Channel Full-Range, Satellite, or Subwoofer Stereo System (Set INPUT SELECT Switch to STEREO) Figure 4 - In this application, the amplifier is used in stereo and drives two full-range (or satellite or subwoofer) speakers. NOTE: A passive crossovermust be used with satellite speake...
Page 8 - Mixed-Mode Satellite and Subwoofer System; Subwoofer 4 Ohms
APX200.2M Power System Amplifier 6 Mixed-Mode Satellite and Subwoofer System (Set INPUT SELECT Switch to STEREO) Subwoofer 4 Ohms NOTE: Chart values based on 4 Ohm speakers.Figure 5 - The amplifier can be configured for a mixed-mode operation. The table provides component values to create a 6dB per ...
Page 9 - INSTALLATION; In addition, observe the following precautions:; WIRING PRECAUTIONS
OWNER’S MANUAL 7 INSTALLATION This section lists Mounting and Wiring Precautions for installing a ClarionAPX200.2M marine amplifier. Combined with the experience of a professionalinstaller, these safeguards provide enough detail to successfully complete aninstallation. If you do not have the necessa...
Page 11 - Figure 6; - Electrical connections for the APX200.2M
OWNER’S MANUAL 9 Figure 6 - Electrical connections for the APX200.2M
Page 12 - SETTING THE GAIN
APX200.2M Power System Amplifier 10 SETTING THE GAIN After completing the installation, follow these steps to set the Gain Control andthen perform the Final System Checks. 1. Turn the Gain Control all the way counter-clockwise. 2. Turn the vessel's Ignition Switch to the ON position. Then turn the O...
Page 13 - FINAL SYSTEM CHECKS; Problem
OWNER’S MANUAL 11 FINAL SYSTEM CHECKS 1. Start the engine and turn on the source unit. After a two-second delay,slowly increase the Volume Control and listen to the audio. If you hear anynoise, static, distortion or no sound at all, check the connections, and also referto Troubleshooting. Depending ...
Page 14 - PRODUCT SPECS
APX200.2M Power System Amplifier 12 Problem Distorted audio. Solution Gain is not set properly, or damaged speaker cones. Review Setting Gain;inspect each speaker cone for signs of damage (i.e. frozen cone, burning smell,etc.) Problem Audio lacks punch. Solution Speakers wired incorrectly, which cau...
Page 15 - NOTES