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Series 1
2300 / 2600X / 4600X
AMPLIFIERS
OWNER'S MANUAL
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Dear Customer, Congratulations on your purchase of America’s finest brand of car audio amplifiers. At Rockford Fosgate we are committed to musical reproduction at its best, and we are pleased you chose our product. Through years of engineering expertise, hand craftsmanship and critical testing procedures we have created a wide range of products that reproduce music with all the clarity and richness you deserve. For maximum performance we recommend you have your new Rockford Fosgate product ins
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Specifications .................................................................................... 1 Introduction ...................................................................................... 3 Operating Features ..................................................................... 3 Design Features................................................................................. 4 Installation Considerations ............................................................
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Ω Ω Ω Ω Ω Ω – 1 – SPECIFICATIONS Series 1 2300 Series 1 2600x Series 1 4600x 1 Dynamic Power Rating (IHF 202 Standard) - Measured at 14.4 Voltage Bridged/Mono into a 4 Load 90 Watts 180 Watts 180 Watts x 2 Per channel into a 2 Load 45 Watts 90 Watts 90 Watts x 4 Per channel into a 4 Load 30 Watts 60 Watts 60 Watts x 4 Continuous Power Rating (IASCA Standard) - Measured at 12.6 Battery Voltage RMS continuous power per channel, all channels driven into a 4 load from 20 to 20,000 Hz with less
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Ω – 2 – Series 1 2300 Series 1 2600x Series 1 4600x Signal-to-Noise Ratio Over 105 dB A weighted Bandwidth 10 Hz to 100 kHz ± 3dB Damping Factor @ 4 At output connector - Over 200 Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz ± 0.5dB IM Distortion (IHF) Less than 0.05% Input Impedance 20k ohms Input Sensitivity (250 mV - 1 Volt) Protection Internal analog-computer output protection circuitry limits power in case of overload. Thermal switch shuts down the amplifier in case of overheating. Crossover Card
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INTRODUCTION This manual provides information on the features, installation and operation of the Series 1 2300, 2600x and 4600x Amplifiers. We suggest you save this manual for future reference. We strongly recommend you have your Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer and Service Center install your new Series 1 amplifier. If you do choose to install your Series 1 amplifier yourself, please be sure to read the entire manual before beginning. OPERATING FEATURES The Series 1 stereo power amplifiers
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Gold-Plated Connectors – of high quality to provide lower resistance and better reliability. Series 1 Housing – The extruded aluminum heatsink design of the Series 1 was designed for high performance cooling. DESIGN FEATURES Input/LED Side 2. 3. 1. 4. for 4600x model 1. Low Level RCA Input Connectors The amplifier’s signal input female RCA pin jacks should be connected to the source unit’s signal outputs with high quality RCA cables. The connectors are gold plated to eliminate the possibility
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Power/Speaker Side +R – +L – – R+ – L+ + Bridged – Bridged – + for 4600x model 5. Power/Speaker Connectors The gold-plated terminal block connectors are: GND Supplies ground to the amplifier. AP The amplifier is turned on by connecting the remote turn- on wire to the source unit's “Auto Antenna” or remote turn-on lead, either of which should go to +12 volts when the source unit is activated. B+ Supplies power to the amplifier. +R– Connect the Right and Left channel outputs to the +L– speakers. T
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INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS This section focuses on some of the vehicle considerations for installing your new Series 1 amplifier. Checking your battery and current sound system, as well as pre-planning your system layout and best wiring routes will save installation time. When deciding how to lay out your new system, be sure that each component will be easily accessible for making adjustments. Before beginning any installation, be sure to follow these simple rules: 1. Be sure to carefully rea
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TOOLS & SUPPLIES NEEDED Wire Cutters Phillips Screwdrivers Wire Strippers Flat Blade Screwdrivers Wire Crimpers Battery Post Wrench Voltmeter Electric Hand Drill with assorted bits Power Wire - [10-12 AWG; approx. 17’ (518.72 cm)] Grounding Wire - [10-12 AWG.; max. length 1.5’ (45.72 cm)] Remote (AP) Turn-On Wire - [18 AWG; approx. 12’ (365.76 cm)] Assorted wire connectors In-line butt connectors that match power and ground wire AWG 3/8" (.953cm) Battery Ring Terminal 1/4" (.635cm) Ground Termin
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PASSENGER MOUNTING Under the seat or floor mounting will work as long as there is a minimum of 1” (2.5 cm) of air gap above the amplifier heatsink. Vertical mounting of the amplifier is still the best. WIRING THE SERIES 1 Caution! Be sure to avoid running the power wires near the low level input cables, antenna, sensitive equipment or harnesses. The power wires carry substantial currents and could induce noise. 1. Power – The gold B+ terminal must be connected directly to the positive (+) term
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4. Input – The amplifier’s signal input RCA jacks should be con- nected to the source unit’s signal outputs with high-quality braided or double-shielded interconnecting RCA cables. Note: Be sure to route the Series 1 signal input cable away from the main power wire and the car’s wiring harnesses to avoid noise coupling. If the source unit does not utilize RCA cables, connect the left and right positive speaker output wires from the source unit to the amplifier’s High Level Speaker Input Connect
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ACTIVE CROSSOVER MODE SELECTIONS FOR 2600X AND 4600X THE The Series 1 2600x and the 4600x amplifiers feature a selectable electronic crossover. One module controls two output channels that can be configured in a High-Pass, Low-Pass, or Full Range (factory default) position. (Note: The 4600x has 2 modules as it is a 4-channel amplifier). Selection is made by positioning a removable module card. Both the 2600x and 4600x are shipped with 100Hz 12dB per octave Butterworth aligned crossover modules.
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WIRING DIAGRAMS - 2300 / 2600X Source Unit Left Right Power Left GND Right High Level Inputs Gain *Xover Module (2600x only) Full Range Position 2300 2600x Series 1 – R + – L + –+ – + 4Ω (2Ω min.) 4Ω (2Ω min.) Right Full Range Left Full Range *See page 10 for proper crossover use. 2300/2600X BASIC SYSTEM – 11 – GND AP B+
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Source Unit Left Right Power Left GND Right High Level Inputs Gain *Xover Module (2600x only) Full Range Position 2300 2600x Series 1 – R + – L + • • MX MX • • • • TX TX – + – + + – – + 4Ω Tweeter 4Ω Tweeter Left Midrange Right Midrange 6.6mH Coil – + 4Ω Subwoofer *See page 10 for proper crossover use. 2300/2600X 3-WAY STEREO/MONO SYSTEM – 12 – GND AP B+
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Source Unit Amp 1 Left Right Power Left GND Right High Level Inputs Gain High Pass 2600x Series 1 – R + – L + MX MX • • • • TX TX – + – + – + 4Ω 4Ω Tweeter Tweeter Right Mid-Woofer Left Mid-Woofer Amp 2 Left Right Power Left GND Right High Level Inputs Gain 2600x Series 1 – R + – L + – + See page 10 for proper crossover use. 4Ω Subwoofer 2600X 3-WAY BI-AMPLIFIED SYSTEM – 13 – GND GND AP AP B+ B+ + –
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WIRING DIAGRAMS - 4600X The following pages show some examples for wiring the Series 1 4600x amplifier to your vehicle's speaker system. 4Ω (2Ω min.) 4Ω (2Ω min.) Right Mid-Woofer Right Mid-Woofer + – Source Unit LEFT RIGHT POWER LEFT RIGHT LEFT GND RIGHT LEFT GND RIGHT HIGH LEVEL INPUTS HIGH LEVEL INPUTS GAIN GAIN FRONT FRONT FRONT REAR CROSSOVER CROSSOVER 4600x Series 1 +R – +L – – R+ – L+ + – + – 4Ω (2Ω min.) 4Ω (2Ω min.) Left Full Range Right Full Range See page 10 for proper cros
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4Ω (2Ω min.) 4Ω (2Ω min.) Right Mid- Left Mid- Tweeter Tweeter Woofer Woofer – + – + + – TX TX Source Unit • • • • LEFT RIGHT POWER LEFT RIGHT LEFT GND RIGHT LEFT GND RIGHT HIGH LEVEL INPUTS HIGH LEVEL INPUTS GAIN GAIN FRONT FRONT FRONT REAR CROSSOVER CROSSOVER 4600x Series 1 +R – +L – – R+ – L+ Bridged + – 4Ω Subwoofer See page 10 for proper crossover use. 4600X 3-WAY MULTI-CHANNEL STEREO/BRIDGED MODE – 15 – GND AP B+ – +
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Source Unit LEFT RIGHT POWER LEFT RIGHT LEFT GND RIGHT LEFT GND RIGHT HIGH LEVEL INPUTS HIGH LEVEL INPUTS GAIN GAIN FRONT FRONT Front Crossover Rear Crossover Rear Front Xover Module Xover Module Low-Pass Position Low-Pass Position 4600x Series 1 +R – +L – – R+ – L+ Bridged Bridged + – – + 4Ω Subwoofer 4Ω Subwoofer See page 10 for proper crossover use. 4600X 2 CHANNEL BRIDGED LOW PASS – 16 – GND AP B+
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TROUBLESHOOTING This troubleshooting guide is intended to assist you with certain problems which may occur. If you still encounter problems, see your Authorized Rockford Dealer for assistance. Problem Amplifier will not play — Remote Turn-on light is off. Solution 1. Check the DC voltage at the amplifier’s B+ terminal with a voltmeter. The voltage should measure between 11.5V - 15.5V. If voltage is not found, check the battery, fuse, fuse housing and wire connections. Fix, repair, or replace a
