Page 2 - CONTENTS
CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 What’s in the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Important Note . . ....
Page 3 - INTRODUCTION; serial databus and Directed's proprietary Bitwriter; What’s in the Box; (1) Amplifier installation and operation manual; IMPORTANT NOTE; Appendix—Programmable Features
INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of Orion's HP-2800, or HP-4800 power amplifier. Each Orionamplifier is designed to be the leader in its class offering the most power, advanced fea-tures, and extreme ease of use. In high-end sound systems or high SPL systems, Orion ampli-fiers will give you ...
Page 4 - Hi Input
PRACTICE SAFE SOUND™ Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB may cause permanent hearingloss. High power automotive sound systems can generate sound pressure levels in excess of130dB. When playing your system at high levels, please use hearing protection and avoidlong term exposure. ...
Page 7 - connect the speakers to these terminals. (refer to the Speaker
6 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved HP4800 Connections 1. ATC Fuse - (2) 30-amp ATC fuses protect the amplifier against internal electrical damage and is meant to protect the amplifier only. All other power connectionsshould be fused at the source. 2. +BAT - connect this terminal thro...
Page 8 - CEA SPECIFICATIONS
7 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved CEA SPECIFICATIONS HHPP--22880000 Power Output: 125 Watts RMS x 2 at 4 ohms and < 1% THD+NSignal to Noise Ratio: -80 dBA (reference 1 Watt into 4 ohms) Additional Power Output: 200 Watts RMS x 2 at 2 ohm at 14.4 Supply<1% THD+N HHPP--44880000 ...
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-2800 HP-4800 Power Output 4 W (Watts)1 125 x 2 65...
Page 10 - AMPLIFIER SETTINGS; Signal Input and Output Configurations; Testing the System; Line Output Configurations
9 © 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-Q control, Intelli-Bass control and RCA inputsand out...
Page 11 - Adjusting Intelli-Bass; Enclosure Type
10 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved WARNING! Exercise caution when setting INTELLi-Q. Maximum boost can potentiallycause woofer damage due to over-excursion. Adjusting Intelli-Q Incorporated in the high-pass crossover, Intelli-Q maximizes the performance of a sub-woofer. The high-pas...
Page 12 - Infinite Baffle Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz
11 © 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 13 - Sealed Example High-Pass Set at 20Hz
12 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Sealed Example High-Pass Set at 20Hz This sealed example is the same 12-inch woofer in the recommended sealed enclosure. Upto 6 dB of boost is capable if 20 Hz was used. With +6dB of boost, the woofer has more out-put down to 15 Hz. Sealed Example ...
Page 14 - AMPLIFIER WIRING; Power connections accept up to 4 AWG wire.; High Level Input Harness
13 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Remote Bass Operation (optional) The remote bass port provides easy remote access to the internal gain structure of the HPpower amplifier. The optional HP-RB1 plugs into the amplifier via the 1/8" mini jack plug.The HP-RB1 can be installed in t...
Page 15 - Speaker Connections HP-2800; One Channel/Two Channel Configuration; Lowest recommended impedance is 2; Bridge Configuration
14 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Speaker Connections HP-2800 One Channel/Two Channel Configuration The Orion HP-2800 amplifier offer two positive and two negative output terminals for easeof connecting channel 1 and/or 2 outputs to the speakers. The amplifier is stable to 2 W . Se...
Page 16 - Channels 1 and 2 are configured for two-channel stereo operation.
15 © 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 17 - Speaker Connections HP-4800; Four Channel Stereo Configuration; Channel 1/2 and channel 3/4 lowest recommended impedance is 2
16 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved Speaker Connections HP-4800 The Orion HP-4800 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 18 - Three Channel Stereo/Bridged Configuration; Channel 1/2 lowest recommended impedance is 2
17 © 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 19 - Tri-Mode Six Channel Configuration
18 © 2005 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved 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 overla...
Page 20 - AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION; Choosing Mounting Locations; Power
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 yieldsatisfactory amplifier performance. Always mount the amplifie...
Page 21 - Tools of the Trade; Connect; Choosing Mounting
20 © 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 22 - SET UP AND TROUBLESHOOTING
21 © 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 23 - If the output is clear and undistorted, continue to the; Adjusting the Sound of the System; Internal Crossover Configuration
22 © 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 24 - Troubleshooting Tips; Symptom; Adjusting the Sound of the
23 © 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 26 - APPENDIX—PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES; Turn On Delay; OFF; Input Gain Adjustment; Unlock
APPENDIX—PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES The following listing are ESP ® -2 features that can be programmed or accessed by your installer to customize or troubleshoot your system. Factory default settings are shown inbold. NOTE: The Bitwriter ® must have software version 2.3 or above to access the amplifier f...
Page 29 - NOTES
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Page 30 - 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...
