Jensen XA4200 User Manual

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XA4200  
XA4300  
Amplifier Installation and Operation  
Introduction  
Thank you for purchasing a Jensen amplifier. The XA series  
amplifiers offer extreme value and performance. Proper  
installation is essential for optimal performance and long-term  
reliability. Please read through this manual first to familiarize  
yourself with your amplifier and its functions.  
Warranty Service  
If your Jensen amplifier should ever require service, you will  
need to have the original dated receipt. If you ever need to  
return the unit for any reason, always include the receipt with the  
product.  
Installation Assistance  
M F 8:00 am to 6:00 pm EST @ 1.800.323.0221  
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Features  
XA Series 4-channel amplifiers include:  
Easy access top mounted controls  
Traditional input circuitry low and high level  
inputs  
Continuously variable high pass/low pass  
crossover  
Pre-amp output for installation flexibility  
40Hz 400Hz crossover frequency range  
Dual status LED diagnostic indicator  
Crossover mode selector switch  
Thermal, short circuit and low impedance  
protection circuitry  
Continuously variable bass boost, centered  
at 45Hz  
PWM MOSFET power supply  
Input level control  
Discrete amplifier design with complementary  
high current Bi-polar output stage  
Remote level control (XA4300)  
Installation  
Supplies andTools Needed  
Before You Begin  
Supplies  
Black electrical tape  
Amplifier Installation Kit  
Before you begin, you will need tools, supplies  
and adapters. It is best to make sure you have  
everything you need before you start.  
Tools  
Disconnect Battery  
Cordless drill with assortment of bits  
Flat and Phillips screwdrivers  
Wire cutters/strippers  
Crimping tool  
Before you begin, always  
disconnect the battery  
negative terminal.  
+
12-volt test light or digital multimeter  
Wire brush, sandpaper or scraping tool  
(ground connection to vehicle should be a  
clean, unpainted metal surface)  
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Routing Wires  
Location and Mounting  
Battery  
The XA amplifiers compact design allows  
greater flexibility in mounting. It can be  
mounted under a seat or in the trunk.  
Battery  
Connector  
Fuse or  
When selecting a location, remember that  
amplifiers generate heat. Select a location  
where air can circulate around the amplifier.  
Do not cover the amplifier with carpets or  
enclose it behind interior trim panels. Do not  
mount the amplifier in an inverted or upside  
down configuration. Every installation will be  
a bit different based upon vehicle design.  
Check all locations and placements carefully  
before making any cuts or connections.  
Circuit  
Breaker  
Grommet  
To prevent  
damage to  
power wire  
Receiver  
Power Wire  
(8 gauge  
wire or  
Power Antenna  
Turn-on Wire  
(18 gauge wire)  
RCA Cables  
larger)  
Important  
Allow air circulation around the amplifier.  
Speakers  
Amplifier  
Ground Screw  
Drill 1/8" hole in  
chassis sheet metal  
Use the same ground if  
using multiple amplifiers  
Important  
If wiring connections are made wrong, the unit  
will not operate properly and it could be  
damaged. Follow the installation instructions  
carefully, or have the installation handled by  
an experienced technician.  
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Wiring  
Power  
BRIDGE  
RF  
BRIDGE  
RR  
RF  
LF  
LF  
+
RR  
LR  
LR  
+
GND  
REM  
+ 12V  
FUSE  
PowerTerminal (+12V)  
Remote Terminal (REM)  
Connect the power antenna/amplifier turn-on  
lead from the receiver to the AMPLIFIER  
REMOTE terminal.  
Connect directly to the vehicle battery+  
terminal with 8 gauge wire (minimum).  
GND  
REM  
+ 12V  
Fuse:  
GND  
REM  
+ 12V  
XA4200 50 AMP  
XA4300 60 AMP  
Spade  
Connector  
Fuse or  
Circuit Breaker  
Spade  
Connector  
8 Gauge  
Wire  
To Battery+  
Terminal  
Battery  
Terminal  
Adapter  
Install as close  
to the battery  
as possible  
18 Gauge  
Wire  
To Receiver  
Power  
Antenna Lead  
Note:  
This amplifier will only work with 12-volt systems.  
Fuses  
Ground Terminal (GND)  
Use only blade-type fuses.  
Fuse:  
Connect to a good chassis ground. The ground  
connection should be to clean, unpainted metal  
to provide a good electrical connection.  
XA4200 25 AMP  
XA4300 30 AMP  
FUSE  
GND  
REM  
+ 12V  
Spade  
Connector  
Sheet Metal  
Screw  
8 Gauge  
Wire  
Drill 1/8" hole  
in chassis  
sheet metal  
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Inputs, RCA Output, Remote Level Control  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
REAR  
FRONT  
HI-LEVEL  
HI-LEVEL  
LR  
LR  
LF  
LF  
XA4200  
RR  
RR  
RF  
RF  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
REMOTE  
BASS  
REAR  
HI-LEVEL  
FRONT  
HI-LEVEL  
LR  
LR  
LF  
LF  
XA4300  
RR  
RR  
RF  
RF  
Input Wiring  
Radio  
Low Level Input (RCA Input)  
Low level (RCA) input is preferred for best  
performance. Most trunk/hatchback installations  
will require a 15-20 foot RCA cable. While pick-  
up trucks and under-seat mounting will require  
a 6-10 foot RCA cable. Connect an RCA cable  
from your receiver to the RCA input on your  
amplifier.  
Splice  
(as necessary)  
High Level Input  
High level input should be used when an RCA  
output is not available from the receiver.  
Connect the speaker outputs from the receiver  
to the high level input connector.  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
REAR  
HI-LEVEL  
FRONT  
HI-LEVEL  
LR  
LF  
RR  
RF  
White = Left (+)  
White/Black = Left ()  
Gray = Right (+)  
Low Level  
Hi Level  
Hi Level  
Gray/Black = Right ()  
Black (ground)  
Important  
Only connect the low (RCA) or high level input.  
Do not use both at the same time.  
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Remote Level Control Rear  
Speakers (XA4300)  
Connecting other Amps  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
LR  
LR  
LF  
LF  
RR  
RR  
RF  
RF  
PWR  
RCA Output  
The outputsignal allows you to conveniently  
connect other amplifiers to each other.  
MIN  
MAX  
REMOTE  
BASS  
Remote level control allows  
the input level to be adjusted  
for the rear speakers from an  
alternate location. It can be  
mounted under-dash or in-  
dash.  
When the amplifier is used to  
drive subwoofers, and the low  
pass crossover is activated,  
the remote level control can be  
used as a remote bass level  
control. This enables you to control the  
bass level, independent from the rest of the  
system. This is convenient for system  
tuning and/or when playing many different  
types of music.  
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Speaker Wiring Options  
4 Speakers  
2 Speakers + Bridged Subwoofer  
LPF  
FULL  
HPF  
LPF  
FULL  
HPF  
X-OVER  
FRONT  
REAR  
X-OVER  
FRONT  
REAR  
LPF  
FULL  
HPF  
LPF  
FULL  
HPF  
X-OVER  
X-OVER  
BRIDGE  
BRIDGE  
RF  
RF  
LF  
LF  
+
RR  
RR  
LR  
LR  
+
BRIDGE  
BRIDGE  
RF  
RF  
LF  
LF  
+
RR  
RR  
LR  
LR  
+
2  
minimum  
2Ω  
minimum  
2  
minimum  
4Ω  
minimum  
2 Subwoofers/Bridged Mono (XA4200)  
LPF  
FULL  
HPF  
X-OVER  
FRONT  
REAR  
LPF  
FULL  
HPF  
X-OVER  
BRIDGE  
BRIDGE  
RF  
RF  
LF  
LF  
+
RR  
RR  
LR  
LR  
+
4  
minimum  
4Ω  
minimum  
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4 Speakers + 2 Subwoofers  
BRIDGE  
BRIDGE  
LPF  
FULL  
RF  
RF  
LF  
LF  
+
RR  
RR  
LR  
LR  
+
HPF  
X-OVER  
FRONT  
REAR  
LPF  
FULL  
HPF  
X-OVER  
Important  
When running a subwoofer and two  
full-range speakers together (Tri-  
mode operation), high and low pass  
filters must be used. Failure to install  
these filters may damage your amp  
and/or speakers.  
2Ω  
2Ω  
4Ω  
2Ω  
=
=
2minimum  
4Ω  
4minimum  
2Ω  
2Ω  
4Ω  
Freq.  
Hz  
Speaker Impedance  
4 OHMS  
C
Capacitor  
L
Inductor  
2 OHMS  
8 OHMS  
L
C
L
C
L
C
80  
4.1mH 1000µF  
8.2mH  
6.2mH  
4.7mH  
3.3mH  
2.4mH  
1.6mH  
1.0mH  
.82mH  
.62mH  
.51mH  
.33mH  
.16mH  
500µF  
400µF  
300µF  
200µF  
150µF  
100µF  
68µF  
50µF  
39µF  
33µF  
22µF  
10µF  
15mH  
12mH  
10mH  
6.8mH  
4.7mH  
3.3mH  
2.0mH  
1.6mH  
1.2mH  
1.0mH  
.68mH  
.33mH  
250µF  
200µF  
150µF  
100µF  
75µF  
50µF  
33µF  
26µF  
20µF  
16µF  
10µF  
5µF  
100  
130  
3.1mH  
2.4mH  
1.6mH  
1.2mH  
.8mH  
800µF  
600µF  
400µF  
300µF  
200µF  
136µF  
100µF  
78µF  
200  
250  
400  
600  
.5mH  
800  
.41mH  
.31mH  
.25mH  
.16mH  
.08mH  
1000  
1200  
1800  
4000  
66µF  
44µF  
20µF  
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Indicators and Controls  
LPF  
FULL  
HPF  
BASS  
L-CH X  
R-CH X  
LEVEL  
POWER/  
PROTECT  
R
X-OVE  
FRONT  
REAR  
2CH  
3CH  
4CH  
LPF  
FULL  
0dB  
12dB 40Hz 400Hz 40Hz 400Hz MIN  
MAX  
LEVEL  
L-CH X R-CH X  
BASS  
HPF  
X-OVE  
R
0dB  
12dB 40Hz 400Hz 40Hz 400Hz MIN  
MAX  
Crossover (X-OVER)  
Adjust the crossover to accommodate your  
chosen installation method.  
Tri-mode/Three channel operation  
An amplifier is usually configured for tri-mode  
operation when you want to use one amplifier to  
drive a pair of front speakers and subwoofer(s).  
In other words, when you want drive a complete  
system with one amp. Your Jensen amplifier is  
capable of tri-mode operation.  
LPF(low pass filter) Select  
this filter when the amplifier will  
LPF  
FULL  
HPF  
X-OVER  
FRONT  
REAR  
be driving woofers or  
subwoofers.  
FULLCrossover is not active,  
amplifier is in full range”  
mode.  
Important  
Tri-mode operation requires using passive  
crossovers. These crossovers are available at  
your local retailer or install shop. Failure to  
install these filters may damage your amplifier  
and/or your speakers.  
LPF  
FULL  
HPF  
HPF(high pass filter) Select  
this filter when the amplifier will  
be driving full range/separate  
speakers, and you want to limit  
the bassgoing to these  
speakers.  
X-OVER  
Power / Protect Light  
POWER/  
PROTECT  
A dual status LED indicator illuminates  
red or green to indicate the status of  
the amplifier.  
Green Power applied, ON  
Red Protection circuit activated, STANDBY  
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2CH/3CH/4CH  
The XA4200/XA4300 can be configured for three  
different input modes: 4 channel, 3 channel or  
2 channel.  
2 Channel  
2CH  
3CH  
4CH  
When the input selector is set to  
2 CH, the amplifier is configured for  
bridged stereo operation. The  
amplifier will need a two channel  
input even though there are four  
inputs. In the 2 CH the following  
inputs will be used:  
4 Channel  
When the input selector is set to  
2CH  
3CH  
4CH  
4 CH, the amplifier will operate as  
a standard 4 channel amp with all  
RCA inputs connected.  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
REAR  
HI-LEVEL  
FRONT  
HI-LEVEL  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
REAR  
HI-LEVEL  
FRONT  
HI-LEVEL  
Note  
3 Channel  
Although the above illustrations indicate the  
low level input being used, the same  
connections would apply to the high level  
input.  
When the input selector is set to  
3 CH, the amplifier is configured for  
stereo/mono operation. The front  
channels of the amplifier operate in  
stereo mode. The rear channels of  
the amplifier are internally bridged  
for mono operation. In 3 CH the  
following RCA inputs will be used:  
2CH  
3CH  
4CH  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
REAR  
FRONT  
HI-LEVEL  
HI-LEVEL  
INPUT OUTPUT  
INPUT OUTPUT  
REAR  
HI-LEVEL  
FRONT  
HI-LEVEL  
High Inputs  
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Level  
Bass  
BASS  
BASS  
L-CH X  
R-CH X  
LEVEL  
L-CH X  
R-CH X  
LEVEL  
FRONT  
REAR  
FRONT  
REAR  
0dB  
12dB 40Hz 400Hz 40Hz 400Hz MIN  
MAX  
0dB  
12dB 40Hz 400Hz 40Hz 400Hz MIN  
MAX  
LEVEL  
BASS  
L-CH X  
LEVEL  
BASS  
L-CH X  
R-CH X  
R-CH X  
0dB  
12dB 40Hz 400Hz 40Hz 400Hz MIN  
MAX  
0dB  
12dB 40Hz 400Hz 40Hz 400Hz MIN  
MAX  
The input level control matches the output of  
your radio to the input of the amplifier. After  
the installation is complete, make sure the  
input level control on the amp is turned down  
all the way (counterclockwise or all the way to  
the left). Play a tape or CD (make sure bass  
and treble settings or EQ are flat too) and  
turn the volume up slowly until you just start  
to hear distortion. Now back the volume down  
just a bit. On the amp, slowly turn up the input  
level control (clockwise or to the right) until  
you just start to hear distortion and back it  
down a bit. Now your radio and amplifier  
levels are matched.  
BASS increases the volume of the bass at  
45Hz by up to 12 db.  
Use very carefully!  
Testing  
Before you finish the installation, you should do the following tests to make sure the wiring is correct  
and everything is operating properly.  
Test Speaker Connections  
Reconnect Battery  
These tests make sure the speakers are  
connected right. If speakers dont play at all,  
one (or both) speaker wires may be  
disconnected. If the wrong speaker plays (you  
hear left speaker when you expect right  
speaker) make sure you connected the wires  
correctly.  
When wiring is complete,  
reconnect the battery  
negative terminal.  
+
Test Power Wiring  
1. Turn on the receiver but do not turn up  
the volume. The amplifier power light  
should come on. If not, check the  
REM and +12V wires.  
2. Turn up the receiver volume slightly. All  
speakers should operate. If not, check  
wiring connections at amplifier and  
speakers.  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Corrective Action  
Amplifier does not operate  
(power LED not on) when  
vehicle and radio are on  
No power to +12V terminal  
No power to remote wire with radio on  
Fuse blown  
Repair wire or connections.  
Check connections to radio with test light.  
Check fuse.  
Radio volume needs to be  
turned up too high for amp  
to work  
Input level control adjusted too low  
Adjust input level control.  
Radio volume is too sensitive  
Sound from only one speaker  
Input level control adjusted too high  
Defective speaker  
Adjust input level control to lower setting.  
Replace speaker.  
Poor connections to speaker (wire)  
RCA input cable defective  
Check connections.  
Replace cable.  
Input level control adjusted too high  
Speaker wires shorting together  
Power wires hooked up incorrectly  
Speakers blown or defective  
Adjust input level control.  
Sound distorted  
Blows fuses  
Separate speaker wires and insulate.  
Check power wire connections.  
Check speakers.  
Engine noise  
(Ignition noise/static or  
Alternator whine)  
Improper ground connections  
Ground loop(s)  
Reroute RCA away from main power wires.  
Reroute RCA cable.  
Make sure amp is grounded to a clean, solid part of the chassis/frame.  
Protect light comes on/  
amplifier shuts down  
Amp is in thermal protection  
Let amp cool down before attempting to turn back on (some installations may  
require a fan to keep the amp cool, especially if you are driving subwoofers with  
the amp).  
Faulty speaker connection and/or  
crossover  
Check speakers and/or crossovers for loose or bad connections.  
Low battery voltage  
Make sure you are getting between 10.8-15.6 volts to the amplifier with a digital  
multimeter measured at the amplifier.  
Speaker impedance less than 2 ohms  
per channel  
If you are using 4 ohm speakers you cannot have more than two speakers wired  
in parallel per channel. Amp will not operate into 2 ohms bridged.  
No output on channels  
Speaker wires not connected to  
speakers properly  
Refer to pages 6 9 for proper installation.  
Input hooked up incorrectly  
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Specifications  
XA Series 4-Channel Amplifiers  
Frequency Response .......................................................................................20 Hz-20 kHz 0.5 dB  
Signal to Noise Ratio @ Rated Power ....................................................................................>100 dB  
Channel Separation @ Ref. Power ............................................................................... >65 dB, 1 kHz  
THD & IMD @ Ref. Power into 2 ohms ...................................................................................... <0.8%  
Speaker Impedance .............................................................................................................. 2-8 ohms  
Input Impedance ................................................................................................................. 47 k ohms  
Bass Boost Center Frequency .....................................................................................................45Hz  
Crossover ....................................................................................................12 dB/octave, Butterworth  
Power Requirement ...................................................................14.4 VDC (10.8-15.6 VDC allowable)  
XA4200  
Power output @ 14.4 VDC, 20-20 kHz  
(4 ohms) ........................................................................ 50 Watts per channel RMS, < 0.5% THD  
(2 ohms) ........................................................................ 75 Watts per channel RMS, < 0.8% THD  
(4 ohms) bridged ......................................................... 150 Watts per channel RMS, < 0.8% THD  
Dimensions ................................................................ 3" x 11.125" x 10" (76mm x 283mm x 254mm)  
XA4300  
Power output @ 14.4 VDC, 20-20 kHz  
(4 ohms) .............................................................. Front: 50 Watts per channel RMS, < 0.5% THD  
Rear: 100 Watts per channel RMS, < 0.5% THD  
(2 ohms) .............................................................. Front: 75 Watts per channel RMS, < 0.8% THD  
Rear: 150 Watts per channel RMS, < 0.8% THD  
(4 ohms) bridged ............................................... Front: 150 Watts per channel RMS, < 0.8% THD  
Rear: 300 Watts per channel RMS, < 0.8% THD  
Dimensions ................................................................ 3" x 11.125" x 13" (76mm x 283mm x 330mm)  
Specifications subject to change without notice.  
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Limited One Year Warranty–  
USA and Canada  
Length of Warranty. This warranty from Recoton Mobile  
Electronics shall be in effect for a period of one year from  
the date of the first consumer purchase.  
Canadian Purchasers. The product should be returned  
to the Jensen dealer from whom it was purchased and  
such dealer either will service or arrange for service of  
the product.  
Persons Protected. This warranty will be enforceable by  
the original owner and any subsequent owners during the  
warranty period so long as proof of date of purchase from  
an authorized Jensen dealer is presented whenever  
warranty service is required.  
If shipment of the product is required, it should be packed  
securely. The original dated bill of sale must always be  
included with the product as proof of warranty coverage.  
What We Will Pay For. We will pay for all labor and  
material expenses required to repair the product, but you  
must pay any labor costs for the removal and/or installation  
of the product. If the product is shipped for warranty  
service, you must prepay the initial shipping charges, but  
Jensen will pay the return shipping charges if the product is  
returned to an address inside the USA or Canada.  
What is Covered. Except as otherwise specified below,  
this warranty covers all defects in material and  
workmanship in this product. The following are not covered:  
damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect,  
product modification, improper installation, incorrect line  
voltage, unauthorized repair or failure to follow instructions  
supplied with the product; damage occurring during  
shipment (claims must be presented to the carrier);  
elimination of car static  
Exclusion of Certain Damages. Jensens liability is  
limited to the repair or replacement, at our option, of any  
defective product and shall not include incidental or  
consequential economic damages of any kind.  
or other electrical interferences; any product purchased  
outside USA or Canada, or on which the serial number  
has been defaced, modified or removed.  
Some states and/or provinces do not allow limitations on  
how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the  
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not  
apply to you.  
How You Can Get Service.  
U.S. Purchasers. Please telephone Jensen at  
1-800-323-4815. We will either inform you of the name  
and address of an authorized Jensen repair station which  
will service the product or will advise you to send the  
product to a factory service center.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may  
also have other rights which vary from state to state and  
province to province.  
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Recoton Mobile Electronics  
A Division of Recoton Audio Corporation  
A RECOTON® COMPANY  
1090 Emma Oaks Trail  
Lake Mary, Florida 32746  
©2001 Recoton Audio Corporation  
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