Page 2 - English; Thank you for purchasing this; Clarion; FCC Approval
2 APX/DPX Amplifiers English Thank you for purchasing this Clarion product. • Please read this owner’s manual in its entirety before operating this equipment. • After reading this manual, keep it handy, such as in your glove compartment. • Save your sales receipt. The warranty at the end of this man...
Page 3 - Contents
APX/DPX Amplifiers 3 English Contents 1. FEATURES ............................................................................................................. 42. PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................................... 5 Installation .........
Page 5 - Do not disassemble or modify this product.; WA R N I N G; Installation
APX/DPX Amplifiers 5 English 2. PRECAUTIONS • Do not operate this product in ways other than those described in this manual. • Do not disassemble or modify this product. • Do not pour liquid or poke foreign objects into the unit. Water and humidity willdamage internal circuitry. • If the unit become...
Page 6 - APX2180 signal connections and audio adjustments
6 APX/DPX Amplifiers English 3. CONTROLS APX2180 signal connections and audio adjustments APX4360 signal connections and audio adjustments 1. RCA input jacks 6. BBC (Basic Boost Control) 2. IVS (Input Voltage Selector) 7. SLI (Speaker Level Input) connector 3. PFS (Precise Frequency Selector) 8. Cro...
Page 7 - DPX2250 signal connections and audio adjustments
APX/DPX Amplifiers 7 English DPX2250 signal connections and audio adjustments DPX1800 and DPX11500 signal connections and audio adjustments 1. RCA input jacks 8. RLC (Remote Level Control) port 2. IVS (Input Voltage Selector) 9. Output mode switch 3. PFS (precise Frequency Selector) 10. Crossover fu...
Page 8 - Selecting input voltage; -2V selects an input sensitivity range between 600mV and 2V.; Setting the operating level; C AU T I O N
8 APX/DPX Amplifiers English 4. OPERATIONS Selecting input voltage APX and DPX amplifiers accommodate a wide range of signal input voltages (0.2V to8V). This wide range is split up into three ranges, which are accessible throughswitches located in the “Gain” area of the amplifier. • 0.2V-0.6V select...
Page 9 - Matching subwoofer output to mid-range speakers; Care and maintenance; Cleaning the case; Use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe dust and dirt from the unit.; Servicing the unit
APX/DPX Amplifiers 9 English Matching subwoofer output to mid-range speakers The DPX1800 and DPX11500 feature a polarity control switch for reversing thepolarity of the output signal. This can be useful when matching the acoustic output ofyour subwoofers to the output of your mid-range speakers. Con...
Page 10 - INSTALLATION AND WIRING; What is included in the box; In addition to this manual, the box contains:; Mounting precautions
10 APX/DPX Amplifiers English 5. INSTALLATION AND WIRING Read these instructions and the following precautions carefully. What is included in the box In addition to this manual, the box contains: • Amplifier • High-level speaker input harness Mounting precautions If you lack the necessary skills, do...
Page 11 - Wiring precautions; Power
APX/DPX Amplifiers 11 English • Always use great care when attaching anything to a vehicle! Check clearances onall sides of the planned installation before drilling any holes or installing anyscrews. • Make sure the holes you plan to drill will not cut into the fuel tank, fuel lines, breaklines (und...
Page 12 - Cables
12 APX/DPX Amplifiers English Cables • Whenever possible, route power wire and signal wire on opposite sides of thevehicle. This prevents the signal cables from picking up electrically radiated noise. • Protect all wire from damage. Where a power wire passes through the fire wall ornear exposed meta...
Page 13 - Power and speaker connections
APX/DPX Amplifiers 13 English Power and speaker connections The rear panel contains the power and speaker ports. APX2180 power and speaker connections APX4360 power and speaker connections 1. Left front speaker output 6. Ground input 2. Right front speaker output 7. Battery 12V input 3. Left speaker...
Page 15 - Applications
APX/DPX Amplifiers 15 English Applications Mono subwoofer system (APX2180 and APX4360) In this application, the rear channels are bridged for mono operation to drive asubwoofer while the front channels are available to drive a set of full-range speakers. Stereo Amp configuration (APX2180) • Set cros...
Page 16 - Subwoofers in stereo; Subwoofers
16 APX/DPX Amplifiers English Two-channel full-range or subwoofer system (APX2180) In this application, the APX2180 is used to drive two speakers. Subwoofers in stereo • Set crossover mode switch to LP • Set crossover frequency to ~80Hz • Fine-tune as required • 2 Ω Full-range speakers or components...
Page 17 - Four speakers in stereo—full range; Set crossover mode switch to OFF; Four speakers in stereo—filtered; Set crossover mode switch to HP
APX/DPX Amplifiers 17 English Four-channel high-power system (APX4360) In this application, the APX4360 is used as a four-channel amplifier to drive fourspeakers in stereo with fader control. FRONT REAR 12V + REM GND FUSES BRIDGED (4 ) + + - - RIGHT LEFT + + - - 2 2 Four speakers in stereo—full rang...
Page 18 - DVC 4 Ohm subwoofer
18 APX/DPX Amplifiers English 2-Ohm subwoofer system (DPX1800/DPX11500) This application shows a DPX1800 or DPX11500 driving a pair of DVC 4Ohmsubwoofers. DPX1800/DPX11500 speaker configurations Although the units produce maximum power when connected to a 1 or 2 Ohm load, a2-Ohm load is recommended....
Page 19 - Setting the gain
APX/DPX Amplifiers 19 English DPX1800 and DPX11500 stackable configurations In this mode, the master amp’s front-panel controls apply to all amplifiers. For ex-ample, setting the crossover frequency on the master sets it on all slaves. This worksfor all front-panel controls. Multiple amplifiers can ...
Page 20 - Adjusting the crossover; Initially set the bass boost control to the OFF position.; Final system checks; Start the engine and turn on the source unit.
20 APX/DPX Amplifiers English 6. Turn the volume back down slightly. 7. Slowly increase the gain control (clockwise). Stop when you hear a slight audio distortion. When the gain is properly set, you should achieve maximum undistorted output withthe volume turned up all the way, not half way. If an o...
Page 21 - Indicator lights; Low or no remote turn-on voltage
APX/DPX Amplifiers 21 English 4. Increase the volume and verify that the amplifier reproduces the audio at full frequencies without distortion. If you hear distortion check the connections and verify that the gain control is setcorrectly. Another cause of distortion could be underpowered or damaged ...
Page 22 - Amplifier shuts down after playing for a period of time
22 APX/DPX Amplifiers English Amplifier shuts down after playing for a period of time • Thermal protection circuits are shutting the amplifier off : Check the location for adequate ventilation. Relocate amplifier as required. Consult an authorizedClarion audio dealer. Distorted audio • Gain is not p...
Page 23 - Ticking noise when engine on
APX/DPX Amplifiers 23 English Ticking noise when engine on • High voltage ignition problem: Check for problems with the ignition system andreplace components as required. • Cracked distributor caps • Carbon traces on plug wires • Loose spark plugs 7. Glossary Crossover: A device that limits the rang...
Page 24 - APX Amplifiers; Parameter
24 APX/DPX Amplifiers English 8. Specifications Note: The technical data and the design of the equipment may changewithout prior notice for the sake of technical improvements. APX Amplifiers Parameter APX4360 APX2180 Maximum power output 160W x 4 160W x 2 Continuous rated power 90W x 4 90W x 2 Typic...
Page 25 - DPX Amplifiers
APX/DPX Amplifiers 25 English DPX Amplifiers Parameter DPX11500 DPX1800 DPX2250 Maximum power output 1900W 1000W 150W x 2 Continuous rated power 430W x1 (11Hz-220Hz) 430W x1 (11Hz-220Hz) 125Wx2 Typical power in bridged mode Not bridgeable; Not bridgeable; 400W stackable with second stackable with se...
Page 26 - LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION
26 APX/DPX Amplifiers English 9. LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION For USA and Canada onlyExcept as noted, Clarion products purchased from an authorized Clarion Dealer are warranted against alldefects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of original purchase.The following C...
Page 28 - Clarion Corporation of America
28 APX/DPX Amplifiers English Clarion Corporation of America All Rights Reserved. Copyright © 2006: Clarion Corp. of America APX-DPXOwnersManual.pmd 2006-03-14, 21:47 28
