Precision Power Car Amplifier PPI4240 User Manual

Thank you for choosing PPI audio epuipment. Now, HANG ON! PPI  
products are engineered and manufactured to deliver a wild ride of  
performance, sound quality, and reliability. This PPI product reflects our  
commitment to offer you versatility and quality for years of incredible power  
and listening enjoyment!  
SERVICE  
Do not attempt to service PPI products yourself. Performing exploratory  
surgery on your audio equipment yourself will void the warranty. All parts of  
your PPI gear have been built to our specifications. These parts are not  
made available to any unauthorized PPI dealer nor are they for sale. Our  
goal is to make sure that your PPI product will always perform as good as  
the day it was purchased. Contact your authorized PPI dealer about obtain-  
ing any warranty service through PPI. (See Warranty inside back cover.)  
CAUTION!  
The extended use of a high powered audio system may result in hearing loss  
or damage. While PPI systems are capable of "Concert Level" volumes,  
they are also designed for you to enjoy at more reasonable levels all of the  
creative expressions made by musicians. Please stay seated while driving  
and observe all local sound ordinances.  
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PPI4240 30W x 4 Channels @ 4 Ohms  
60W x 4 Channels @ 2 Ohms  
120W x 2 Channels @ 4 Ohms Bridged  
PPI5440 30W x 4 Channels @ 4 Ohms  
+ 120W x 1 Channel @ 4 Ohms  
60W x 4 Channels @ 2 Ohms  
+ 200W x 1 Channel @ 2 Ohms  
120W x 2 Channels @ 4 Ohms Bridged  
+ 120W x 1 Channel @ 4 Ohms  
PPI4240 Front Variable 12db/Octave FULL/HPF/LPF 20-5kHz  
Rear Variable 12db/Octave FULL/HPF/LPF 20-5kHz  
Selectable FULL/HPF/LPF RCA Output  
PPI5440 Front Variable 12db/Octave FULL/HPF/LPF 20-5kHz  
Rear Variable 12db/Octave FULL/HPF/LPF 20-5kHz  
Sub Variable 12db/Octave FULL/HPF/LPF 20-500Hz  
PPI4240 Maximum Fuse Rating: 40 Amp (20 x 2)  
PPI5440 Maximum Fuse Rating: 60 Amp (30 x 2)  
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The following formula is a guide to determine current draw so you can  
choose the proper gauge power cable and fuses for your system. A 50%  
amplifier efficiency rating is used as an average.  
(Total 4-Ohm rate RMS output x 2) x 2 = Total Input Wattage  
Total Input Wattage/Supply Voltage = Current Draw (in Amps)  
Example: Your PPI4240 is 30 watts x 4 RMS @ 4-Ohms.  
You would use the formula below:  
30 x 4 = 120 watts Total Output  
120W x 2 = 240W Input/12.5v = 19.2 amps Current Draw  
Note: Notice that the total power is multiplied by two. This compensates for  
the 50% efficiency of the amplifier. When you drop your impedance in half  
you double the amperage.  
Total Current Draw Length of Wire to Run (in Feet)  
(in Amps)  
0 - 20  
<3  
14  
12  
10  
8
<7  
12  
10  
8
<10  
12  
8
<13  
10  
8
<17  
10  
6
<20  
8
<22 <28  
8
8
4
4
2
2
0
0
8
4
4
2
0
0
0
0
20 -35  
6
35 -50  
8
6
6
4
50 - 65  
65 - 85  
85 - 105  
105 - 125  
125 - 150  
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6
4
4
4
6
6
4
4
2
2
6
6
4
2
2
2
4
4
4
2
2
0
2
2
2
2
0
0
Note: The ground wire should be the same size as the power wire.  
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Before beginning, disconnect the negative (-) terminal of the battery prior  
to working on the positive (+) terminal to prevent a short to ground.  
This is important, unless you want to spend the rest of your life with a  
nickname like "Sparky," or "Smokey." Reconnect the negative terminal  
only after all connections have been made.  
You will need to install an in-line fuse or circuit breaker in the power  
wire within 18” of the battery. This fuse or circuit breaker protects your  
vehicle from fire in case the power wire shorts to the vehicle body.  
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Remote Turn-on  
Your head unit should have a lead marked ‘remote’ or ‘ power antenna’ which  
will be used to turn on your amplifier. Extend this lead through your vehicle  
along with your RCA signal wires. Strip 1/4 inch of the insulation off the wire  
and insert the end into the corresponding terminal on the amplifier.  
Grounding  
Locate an area near the amplifier(s) that is metal and clean an area about the  
size of a quarter to bare metal. Inspect the area around and underneath to  
be sure you won't drill into wires, brake or fuel lines, etc. Drill a pilot hole in  
the middle of this area. Terminate the ground wire with a ring connector and  
attach it to the bare metal using a #8 sheet metal screw and washer or prefer-  
ably, a bolt, nut and a star washer (not supplied). We suggest crimping and  
soldering this connection. After the connection is complete, coat the area (on  
both sides) with silicone or some similar material to prevent rust from devel-  
oping on the bare metal.  
If your grand total current draw is over 50 amps (or total output power is over  
300 watts), you should run a ground wire beside your power wire from the  
battery to the amplifier(s) in addition to your regular ground wire. Keep the  
ground and power wires as close together as possible, and use the same  
gauge wire for both. This will ensure that you have a good ground path, and  
may eliminate such potential problems as engine noise and overheated  
amplifiers.  
Once you have run both the power and ground wires, it's time to connect the  
cables to the amplifier. Cut off excess wire and, using wire strippers, strip the  
ends of the power and ground cables approximately 1/4 inch. Locate the  
power and ground connectors on the amplifier. With a small phillips head  
screw driver, loosen the screws before to you insert the cables. Insert the  
wires into the appropriate hole, and tighten the screws. The  
Power/Ground/Remote will accommodate 8 gauge wire for the PPI4240  
and the PPI5440.  
Speaker Wires  
Using 16 gauge or larger, run the speaker wires from the amplifier location  
through the vehicle to the speakers. Observe the same precautions for  
routing these wires that you followed for running the power and remote  
turn-on wires. Cut off excess and, using wire strippers, strip 1/4 inch of  
insulation. Loosen the four outer screws on the top of the connector. Insert  
the speaker leads into the end. Check to be sure you've maintained proper  
polarity before securing each wire, and tighten the screws on the amplifier.  
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4-channel  
PPI4240  
+12V  
REM  
GND  
FUSES  
FUSES  
FL + FL -  
FR - FR + RL + RL - RR - RR +  
POWER  
(GREEN)  
PROTECT  
(RED)  
BRIDGED  
BRIDGED  
POWER  
SPEAKER OUTPUT  
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2
3
4
5
6
5-channel  
FR - FR + RL +  
PPI5440  
FL +  
FL -  
RL -  
RR - RR + SUB - SUB +  
+12V  
REM  
GND  
FUSES  
BRIDGED  
BRIDGED  
POWER  
(GREEN)  
SPEAKER OUTPUT  
POWER  
PROTECT  
(RED)  
1. Battery Power  
Connect the 12-volt constant power cable from the battery here.  
2. Remote  
Connect the remote turn on lead from you source unit here. This  
connection will turn the amplifier on when the source unit is  
powered up.  
3. Ground  
Connect your ground wire here. Make sure you use the same  
gauge wire as your power cable.  
4. Power LED  
The LED will light up “GREEN” when the amplifier is powered on  
and “RED” when it goes into protection.  
5. Speaker Terminals  
Insert your speaker cable here. Insert speaker wire into LEFT (+) and  
RIGHT (-) for bridging.  
6. Subwoofer Speaker Terminals  
Insert the speaker cable for your subwoofer here.  
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All PPI amplifiers are capable of being bridged into a 4-Ohm mono output  
without switches or bridging modules. This in turn allows you to run Full  
range or component speakers and a subwoofer off one PPI amplifier. (using  
passive crossovers)  
You can achieve this mono channel by using the Left positive (+) speaker  
connection and Right negative (-) speaker connection. You can bridge  
channels 3 and 4, on your PPI four channel amplifiers, in the same way.  
(Refer to the end panel drawing on page 8.)  
Your new PPI amplifier offers you the flexibility of mixed mono operation.  
This means you can operate each pair of channels in both stereo and mono  
mode at the same time. This is accomplished by using highpass filters  
(capacitors) on the higher frequency stereo channels, and a lowpass filter  
(coil) on the subwoofers. The frequencies of the chosen highpass and low-  
pass filters must not overlap (allow the mids and highs to play the same  
music as the subs) or the impedance the amplifier sees at those frequencies  
will be cut in half possibly causing it to go into protection.  
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1. Front RCA Input  
Plug in the front RCA cables from the source unit or PPI signal  
processor here.  
2. Rear RCA Input  
Plug in the rear RCA cables from the source unit or PPI signal  
processor here.  
3. RCA Outputs  
Plug in the RCA cables here to send signal to a second amplifier. This  
output can be Full Range, High Pass or Low Pass according to the  
Output X-Over Switch.  
4. Speaker Input  
Plug in speaker cables here when RCA cables are not available.  
5. Input -12db  
Push this switch “IN” when using Speaker Inputs, or when RCA level  
is over 5V.  
6. Front Gain Control  
Use this control to match the output level of the head unit to the  
amplifier.  
7. Front X-Over Freq  
Select the front crossover frequency here. The detented control  
moves clockwise from 20Hz to 5kHz. Use the chart on page 20  
to select the desired crossover frequency.  
8. QBASS™ Control  
Select the desired boost for both Front and Rear Channels by turning  
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9. Rear X-Over Freq  
Select the rear crossover frequency here. The detented control moves  
clockwise from 20Hz to 5kHz. Use the chart on page 20 to select the  
desired crossover frequency.  
10. Rear Gain Control  
Use this control to match the output level of the head unit to the  
amplifier.  
11. Front X-Over Switch  
Select the desired crossover setting, FULL/HPF/LPF for the front  
speaker outputs.  
12. Rear Input X-Over Switch  
Select the desired crossover setting, FULL/HPF/LPF for the input  
signal to the rear channel when using internal signal path vs.  
RCA input.  
13. Rear Input Internal/External Switch  
Select “INT” position if you want to use the internal signal path from  
the front crossover for the rear input, or the “EXT” position to use the  
external rear RCA input.  
14. Rear X-Over Input Switch  
Select the desired crossover setting FULL/HPF/LPF for the rear  
speaker output.  
15. Output X-Over Switch  
Select the desired crossover setting, FULL/HPF/LPF for the RCA  
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1. Front RCA Input  
Plug in the front RCA cables from the source unit or PPI signal  
processor here.  
2. Rear RCA Input  
Plug in the rear RCA cables from the source unit or PPI signal  
processor here.  
3. Subwoofer RCA Input  
Plug in the subwoofer RCA cables from the source unit or PPI signal  
processor here.  
4. Speaker Input  
Plug in speaker cables here when RCA cables are not available.  
5. Input -12db  
Push this switch “IN” when using Speaker Inputs, or when RCA level  
is over 5V.  
6. Front Gain Control  
Use this control to match the output level of the head unit to the  
amplifier.  
7. Front X-Over Freq  
Select the front crossover frequency here. The detented control moves  
clockwise from 20Hz to 5kHz.  
8. QBASS™ Control  
Select the desired boost for both Front and Rear Channels by turning  
the control clockwise from 0-12dB.  
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9. Rear X-Over Freq  
Select the rear crossover frequency here. The detented control moves  
clockwise from 20Hz to 5kHz.  
10. Rear Gain Control  
Use this control to match the output level of the head unit to the  
amplifier.  
11. Subwoofer X-Over Freq  
Select the subwoofer crossover frequency here. The detented control  
moves clockwise from 20Hz to 500Hz.  
12. Subwoofer QBASS™ Control  
Select the desired boost by turning the dial clockwise form 0-12dB  
centered at 40Hz on the rear channel.  
13. Subwoofer Gain Control  
Use this control to match the output level of the head unit to the  
amplifier.  
14. Front X-Over Switch  
Select the desired crossover setting, FULL/HPF/LPF for the front  
speaker outputs.  
15. Rear Input X-Over Switch  
Select the desired crossover setting, FULL/HPF/LPF for the input  
signal to the rear channel when using internal signal path vs. RCA input.  
16. Rear Input Internal/External Switch  
Select “INT” position if you want to use the internal signal path from  
the front crossover for the rear input, or the “EXT” position to use the  
rear RCA input.  
17. Rear X-Over Switch  
Select the desired crossover setting FULL/HPF/LPF for the rear  
speaker output.  
18. Sub Input X-Over Switch  
Select the desired crossover setting, FULL/HPF/LPF for the output  
signal of the rear channel when using internal signal path vs. RCA input.  
19. Sub Input Internal/External Switch  
Select “INT” position if you want to use the internal signal path from  
the rear crossover for the sub input, or the “EXT” position to use the  
external sub RCA input.  
20. Sub X-Over Switch  
Select the desired crossover setting, FULL/HPF/LPF for the RCA output.  
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1. Adjust all amplifier input gain controls to just above minimum sensitivity  
(fully counterclockwise).  
2. Using the cleanest source (CD), with music playing turn up the head  
unit until you can hear the music begin to distort. Now turn it down a  
bit until you cannot hear the distortion.  
3. Increase the Amplifier gain (clockwise) until the onset of audible  
distortion. Then decrease the gain to the point just before the distortion  
starts. This setting minimizes background noise and prevents overload.  
4. Repeat step 3 for any remaining amplifiers in the system.  
Your new PPI amplifier has one two-way built-in crossover. By using the  
‘X-OVER’ switch on your amplifiers endplate, you are able to select either  
full range, high pass or low pass (FULL/HPF/LPF) for your ‘Speaker  
Output’. Using the ‘X-OVER FREQ’ control select the desired crossover  
frequency, 20Hz to 5kHz. Now it’s time to set the ‘OUTPUT X-OVER’ as  
FULL/HPF/LPF. The ‘OUTPUT’ will be whatever frequency you selected  
on the ‘X-OVER FREQ’ and either FULL/HPF/LPF depending on where  
you set the ‘OUTPUT X-OVER’.  
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For extra BOOM from your system, we’ve developed the QBASS™ bass  
control circuit. The QBASS™ control is located to the left of the crossover  
switches and allows you to add up to 12dB of boost centered at 40Hz by  
rotating the control clockwise.  
CAUTION! QBASS™ should only be used in systems  
with strong subwoofers. 12dB is a lot of bass boost and could  
damage full range speakers.  
This circuitry is capable of eliminating noise radiated into your signal cables  
by up to 40dB. This is equivalent to a noise reduction of approximately one  
hundred times what the noise level would be without this circuitry. It provides  
all the benefits of a true ‘balanced’ line without the need of any special  
cables (see diagram below). This type of input works with any conventional  
RCA cable.  
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System One  
System Two  
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System Three  
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System Four  
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PPI4240  
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PPI5440  
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Consistent with PPI’s commitment to continuous product improvements,  
changes have been made to the crossover section of your new PPI  
amplifier. The controls are now detented for improved performance.  
Each “click”counted from the full counterclockwise position corresponds to  
a specific frequency. Refer to this chart for set up instructions.  
Front and rear channels  
Subwoofer channels  
DETENT  
XOVER FREQ  
DETENT  
XOVER FREQ  
1
20 Hz  
1
18 Hz  
2
21 Hz  
2
18 Hz  
3
21 Hz  
3
18 Hz  
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5
21.5 Hz  
22 Hz  
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5
18 Hz  
20 Hz  
6
23 Hz  
6
21 Hz  
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24.5 Hz  
26 Hz  
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22 Hz  
24 Hz  
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27.5 Hz  
30 Hz  
9
25 Hz  
26 Hz  
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32 Hz  
35 Hz  
39 Hz  
43 Hz  
49 Hz  
56 Hz  
64 Hz  
73 Hz  
29 Hz  
32 Hz  
36 Hz  
40 Hz  
44 Hz  
50 Hz  
58 Hz  
66 Hz  
80 Hz  
88 Hz  
72 Hz  
80 Hz  
88 Hz  
100 Hz  
114 Hz  
134 Hz  
160 Hz  
196 Hz  
260 Hz  
320 Hz  
368 Hz  
432 Hz  
496 Hz  
608 Hz  
752 Hz  
864 Hz  
1008 Hz  
1200 Hz  
1488 Hz  
1952 Hz  
2816 Hz  
4512Hz  
4944 Hz  
5000 Hz  
100 Hz  
113 Hz  
132 Hz  
158 Hz  
188 Hz  
210 Hz  
222 Hz  
240 Hz  
268 Hz  
295 Hz  
316 Hz  
334 Hz  
354 Hz  
374 Hz  
400 Hz  
430 Hz  
460 Hz  
480Hz  
487 Hz  
495 Hz  
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This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from  
state to state. PrecisionPower, Inc. (PPI) warrants its products to be free from defects in materials  
and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of three (3) years from the date of  
original purchase when the unit is installed by an Authorized Dealer. Non-Authorized Dealer  
installed products carry a one (1) year parts and ninety (90) days labor limited warranty. The extent  
and conditions of Limited Warranty are as follows:  
1. Authorized Dealer Installed Products: PPI will either repair or replace at no charge, to the  
original purchaser, any unit which PPI’s examination discloses to be defective and under warranty,  
provided the defect occurs within three (3) years from the date of original purchase when the unit  
is installed by an Authorized Dealer and the product is returned immediately to PPI. This warranty  
is not transferable.  
2. Non-Authorized Dealer Installed Products: PPI will either repair or replace at no charge, to the  
original purchaser, any unit which PPI’s examination discloses to be defective and under warranty,  
provided the defect occurs within ninety (90) days from the date of purchase and the product is  
returned immediately to PPI. Warranty claims beyond ninety (90) days for Non-Authorized Dealer  
Installed Products will be for parts only and will extend for one (1) year from the date of purchase.  
This warranty is not transferable.  
3. The date of purchase and proof of Authorized Dealer Installation of a PPI product must be  
established by an original sales receipt which must accompany the article being returned for  
warranty work.  
4. This warranty shall NOT apply to any PPI product found to have the original factory serial  
number removed or defaced. All products received (by PPI) for in warranty or out of warranty repair,  
with their original serial numbers removed or defaced, will NOT be repaired and will be returned  
to sender, freight collect. Refer to original packaging for the serial number of your component  
speakers.  
5. The provisions of this warranty shall not apply to any PPI product used for a purpose for which it  
is not designed, which has been repaired or altered in any way, or which has been connected,  
installed, or adjusted other than in accordance with the instructions furnished in PPI’s owner’s  
manual. Nor shall this warranty apply to any part which has been subject to misuse, neglect, or  
accident.  
6. PPI does not authorize any other persons to assume any other liability in connection with its prod-  
ucts. THIS WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS WARRANTY MADE BY PRECISIONPOWER  
APPLICABLE TO ITS PRODUCTS. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR  
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE APPLICABLE TO PRECISIONPOWER PRODUCTS IS  
LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. PRECISIONPOWER  
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR COMMERCIAL DAMAGES  
RESULTING FROM THE BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. Some states or provinces do not  
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long  
an implied warranty lasts; so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.  
7. Your product will be serviced on an in-warranty basis within the warranty period for the  
correction of warranted defects. If improper operation of your PPI product should occur, contact  
your Authorized Dealer for assistance with the return and factory repair of your PPI product. If an  
Authorized Dealer is not available, return the unit including your name, telephone number, return  
address, a copy of your sales receipt, and a description of the problem to:  
PrecisionPower, Inc.  
Service Department  
4829 S. 38th Street  
Phoenix, AZ 85040-2964  
TO RETURN PPI PRODUCTS OUT OF WARRANTY: Return the unit, postage  
prepaid, in the original protective carton. Please include a description of the  
problem and, if desired, a request for an estimate of repair costs. Unless a  
request for an estimate is included, the unit will be repaired as necessary.  
Please contact PPI Customer Service at 1-800-62-POWER for questions  
concerning out of warranty repair charges. Repaired unit will be returned with  
an itemized statement, C.O.D.  
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