Page 2 - INSTALLATION; Preparation; TYPICAL MOUNTING METHOD
2 XIA3145 INSTALLATION Preparation Please read entire manual before installation. Due to the technical nature of amplifiers, it is highly recommended that your DUAL amplifier is installed by a professional installer or an authorized dealer. Before You Start • Disconnect negative battery terminal. Co...
Page 3 - Connection Descriptions
NOTE: Be sure to follow specific instructions included with your amplifier installation kit (not included with this amplifier). The information below should be used a general guideline only. Power Wire (+12V) • Disconnect negative battery terminal before proceeding. Consult a qualified technician fo...
Page 4 - Connections and Controls
4 XIA3145 INSTALLATION Connections and Controls Low Level Inputs High Level Inputs Input Level Control Crossover Frequency Crossover Mode Switch Bass Boost LED Indicator 123 Ground Connection Remote Connection +12VDC Battery Connection Main Fuses illuminite Fuse Illuminite Outputs Speaker Connection...
Page 5 - Typical Wire Routing; Fuse Rating; Power/Ground Wire Size; Main Power Connections
5 XIA3145 INSTALLATION Typical Wire Routing Fuse Rating When replacing fuses, make sure new fuse is the correct type and amperage. Using an incorrect fuse could damage the amplifier. Main fuse 20 amp ATO x 2 illuminite fuse 2 amp ATO x 1 Power/Ground Wire Size For optimum performance, use only the w...
Page 6 - Output Connections; illuminite current
6 XIA3145 INSTALLATION Output Connections The lighting elements of DUAL illuminite speakers provide you with a unique custom touch to your vehicle. Dual’s patent pending illuminite LED system and control circuitry provides an extraordinary blue-hue illumination which allows great creative opportunit...
Page 7 - Amplifier Connections; Speaker Connections
7 XIA3145 INSTALLATION Amplifier Connections Speaker Connections Connect speaker wires observing polarity. The minimum impedance load is 2 ohms stereo and 4 ohms bridged. Use of loads lower than these is not recommended and may cause amplifier damage. The XIA3145 can be wired for stereo, bridged or ...
Page 8 - OPERATION
8 XIA3145 OPERATION Configuration/Setup The input level control (gain) is used to obtain the best possible match between the head unit audio output and the amplifier input. Begin by turning the input level control fully counterclockwise. Next, turn up the head unit volume control around 3/4 of the w...
Page 9 - WARRANTY; Limited One Year Warranty
9 XIA3145 WARRANTY Limited One Year Warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Dual Electronics Corp. warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one ye...
Page 10 - Specifications
10 XIA3145 OPERATION Specifications CEA-2006 Power Standard Specifications (reference: 14.4VDC +/-0.2V, 20Hz~20kHz) Power Output: 100 Watts RMS x 2 channels at 4 ohms and < 1% THD+N Signal to noise ratio: 74dBA (reference: 1 watt into 4 ohms) Additional power output: 145 Watts RMS x 2 channels at...
Page 11 - Troubleshooting
11 XIA3145 OPERATION Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action Unit will not turn on (no power LED indicator) +12V wire not connected or incorrect voltage REM wire not connected or incorrect voltage Check connections for proper voltage (11~16VDC) GND wire not connected Check connection to ground Fuse(s) ...