Page 2 - CONTENTS
CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 What’s in the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Practice Safe Sound™...
Page 3 - INTRODUCTION; What’s in the Box; (1) Amplifier installation and operation manual; PRACTICE SAFE SOUNDTM
INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of Orion's amplifier. Each Orion amplifier is designed to be theleader in its class offering ease of use, advanced features, and the most power. Orion ampli-fiers are designed as the best affordable high end car audio amplifier money can buy. Listedbelow are ...
Page 4 - Hi Input
RECORD YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE To ensure your warranty (see back cover), please record the following information regard-ing your new amplifier. Model: __________________________________________________ Serial Number: __________________________________________________ Date of Purchase: __________...
Page 5 - connect the speakers to these terminals. (refer to the Speaker; Accepts 1v to 10v input from the head
HP-2300, HP-2400, HP-2600 Connections 1. ATC Fuse - ATC fuses protect the amplifier against internal electrical damage and is meant to protect the amplifier only. All other power connections should befused at the source. The HP-2300 has (1) 20-amp, the HP-2400 has (1) 30-amp, theHP-2600 has (2) 20-a...
Page 6 - RCA Input Channels 1 through 4 -
5 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved 2. RCA Input Channels 1 through 4 - accepts RCA input from a head unit, pream- plifier, or equalizer. These inputs are configured by the Input Mode switch posi-tion (refer to item 11 below). 3. RCA Line Output - provides easy connection to additiona...
Page 8 - CEA SPECIFICATIONS
7 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved CEA SPECIFICATIONS HHPP--22330000Power Output: 50 Watts RMS x 2 at 4 ohms and < 1% THD+NSignal to Noise Ratio: -70 dBA (reference 1 Watt into 4 ohms) Additional Power Output: 75 Watts RMS x 2 at 2 ohm at 14.4 Supply<1% THD+N HHPP--22440000Powe...
Page 9 - SPECIFICATIONS; Amplifier Section
8 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved SPECIFICATIONS 1. Continuous 4 W load 20Hz to 20kHz, < 1% THD, with input voltage at 14.4VDC. 2. Continuous 2 W load 20Hz to 20kHz, < 1% THD, with input voltage at 14.4VDC. Amplifier Section HP-2300 HP-2400 HP-2600 Power Output 4 W (Watts)1 50...
Page 10 - SPECIFICATIONS—CONTINUED
9 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved SPECIFICATIONS—CONTINUED 1. Continuous 4 W load 20Hz to 20kHz, < 1% THD, with input voltage at 14.4VDC. 2. Continuous 2 W load 20Hz to 20kHz, < 1% THD, with input voltage at 14.4VDC. Amplifier Section HP-4600 Power Output 4 W (Watts)1 50 x 4 P...
Page 11 - AMPLIFIER SETTINGS; Signal Input and Output Configurations; Testing the System; Line Output Configurations
10 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved AMPLIFIER SETTINGS Signal Input and Output Configurations Depending on your model, the input section of the amplifier consists of gain controls, highpass and low pass crossovers controls, Intelli-Bass control and RCA inputs and outputs. Theinput se...
Page 12 - Input Gain; Testing the; Adjusting Intelli-Bass; Enclosure Type
11 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved High-Pass Crossover When the switch is to the left (FULL position), the high-pass crossover is bypassed. When theswitch is in the middle (HIGH position), the high-pass crossover is active. The high-passcrossover is continuously variable from 50Hz t...
Page 13 - Infinite Baffle Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz
12 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Infinite Baffle Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz By removing low frequency signal that the woofer cannot produce, the woofer can play itscapable range louder. The first example is an infinite baffle situation. The left graph displaysthe frequency resp...
Page 14 - Sealed Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz
13 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Sealed Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz In this example, the frequency has been increased to 30 Hz. Up to 6 dB of boost is capableat this frequency. With +6dB of boost, the woofer has more output down to 23 Hz. Theoverall usable output is increased. V...
Page 15 - AMPLIFIER WIRING; Power Connections; Power connections accept up to 4 AWG wire.; High Level Input Harness
14 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved AMPLIFIER WIRING NOTE: Power and speaker connections to the amplifier should be made prior to finalpositioning and mounting of the amplifier in the vehicle. Power Connections ● Orion HP-2300 Fuse Size: 1 x 20 AMP ATC. ● Orion HP-2400 Fuse Size: 1 x...
Page 16 - One Channel/Two Channel Configuration; Lowest recommended impedance is 2; Bridge Configuration
15 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Speaker Connections HP-2300, HP-2400, and HP-2600 One Channel/Two Channel Configuration The Orion HP-2300/2400/2600 amplifiers offer two positive and two negative output termi-nals for ease of connecting channel 1 and/or 2 outputs to the speakers. ...
Page 17 - Channels 1 and 2 are configured for two-channel stereo operation.
16 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Three Channel (Channel 1, Channel 2, Bridged) ● Channels 1 and 2 are configured for two-channel stereo operation. ● Front channel lowest recommended impedance is 2 W stereo. ● The third output is configured for a single channel bridged output. ● Th...
Page 18 - Speaker Connections HP-4600; Four Channel Stereo Configuration; Channel 1/2 and channel 3/4 lowest recommended impedance is 2
17 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Speaker Connections HP-4600 The Orion HP-4600 amplifier offer four positive and four negative output terminals for easeof connecting channel 1, 2, 3, and 4 outputs to the speakers. The amplifier is stable to 2 W . See diagrams below. Four Channel S...
Page 19 - Three Channel Stereo/Bridged Configuration; Channel 1/2 lowest recommended impedance is 2
18 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Three Channel Stereo/Bridged Configuration ● Channels 1/2 are configured for 2-channel stereo operation. ● Channel 1/2 lowest recommended impedance is 2 W stereo. ● Channels 3/4 are configured for a single channel bridged output. ● Channel 3/4 lowe...
Page 20 - Tri-Mode Six Channel Configuration
Tri-Mode Six Channel Configuration ● Lowest recommended impedance is 2 W stereo and 4 W bridged mono. ● Front and rear outputs must be set for full range operation. ● Passive crossovers must be used on all components and frequencies must not overlap. WARNING! Failure to observe these requirements ma...
Page 21 - AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION; Choosing Mounting Locations; Power
20 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION Choosing Mounting Locations The location of your amplifier will depend on several important issues. Due to the low pro-file size of the Orion amplifiers, there are many possible installation locations that will yieldsatisfact...
Page 22 - Tools of the Trade; Connect; Choosing Mounting
21 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Power for systems with a single amplifier can be supplied by most automotive electrical sys-tems. Systems with multiple amplifiers may require a higher capacity battery, alternator orthe use of a storage capacitor. We strongly recommend the use of ...
Page 23 - SET UP AND TROUBLESHOOTING
22 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Step 8 Connect power wires to the amplifier (ground first, then 12 V(+) and REM).Do not connect the battery at this time. Step 9 Connect the RCA and speaker wires to the amplifier. Check the quality ofyour speakers and signal connections. This will...
Page 24 - If the output is clear and undistorted, continue to the; Adjusting the Sound of the System; Internal Crossover Configuration
23 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Step 7 If the output is clear and undistorted, continue to the Adjusting the Sound of the System section of this manual. Adjusting the Sound of the System Once you have checked the system's operation, adjust the sound of the system. Adjustingthe so...
Page 25 - Troubleshooting Tips; Symptom; Adjusting the Sound of the
24 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Probable Cause Action To Take No output Low or no remote turn-on Check remote turn-on voltage at voltage amplifier and repair as needed. Fuse blown Check power wire's integrity and check for speaker shorts. Fix as neede...
Page 28 - NOTES
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Page 29 - Warranty
Warranty LIMITED TWO YEAR CONSUMER WARRANTY: Directed Electronics promises to the original purchaser, to replace this product should it prove to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use, for a period of two years from the date of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code m...
