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390 Watt Amplifier
5-channel w/crossovers
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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
Introduction ............................................................................................. 1
Accessory Pack ........................................................................................ 1
Technical Design Features ....................................................................... 1
5.3x Design Features ................................................................................ 5
Installation Considerations ....................................................................... 7
Mounting Location ................................................................................... 8
Battery and Charging................................................................................ 9
Wiring the System .................................................................................... 9
Using Passive Crossovers ....................................................................... 11
Table of Crossover Component Values ................................................... 12
Using the XCard ..................................................................................... 13
Customizing the XCard .......................................................................... 13
Resistor Chart ......................................................................................... 14
XCard Access ......................................................................................... 15
Using the Signal Switching Network ...................................................... 16
5.3x Installation ..................................................................................... 24
System Diagrams.................................................................................... 28
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 32
Dynamic Power Measurements .............................................................. 35
Specifications ......................................................................................... 37
Warranty Information ............................................................................. 39
International Information ........................................................................ 40
G ETTI N G STARTED
Welcome to Rockford Fosgate! This manual is designed to provide
information for the owner, salesperson and installer. For those of you
who want quick information on how to install this product, please turn
to the Installation Section of this manual or refer to the icons listed
below. Other information can be located by using the Table of Contents.
We, at Rockford Fosgate, have worked very hard to make sure all the
information in this manual is current. But, as we are constantly finding
new ways to improve our product, this information is subject to change
without notice.
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INSTALLATION
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ADVANCED OPERATION
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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I N T R O D U C T I O N
The RF 5.3x is a 5-channel amplifier with four stereo channels and a single
bridged/mono channel for accommodating “single amplifier” system
designs at a competitive price. Since this manual provides information on
the features, installation and operation of the Rockford Fosgate 5.3x
amplifier, we suggest you save it for future reference.
We strongly recommend you have your Authorized Rockford Fosgate
Dealer install your new Rockford Fosgate amplifier. If you do choose to
install your amplifier yourself, please be sure to read the entire manual
before beginning.
ACCESSO RY PACK
Installation & Operation Manual
(1) Fuseholder
(1) ATC 30 Amp Fuse
(1) 3/32" Allen Wrench
TECH NICAL DESIGN FEATURES
◆ TRANS• ANA
(TRANSconductance Active Nodal Amplifier)
The TRANS• ANA (TRANSconductance Active Nodal Amplifier) is a
circuit that allows the audio signal to pass through the amplifier at low
voltage. The signal is directly level-shifted to the fixed high voltage
rails via a pair of driver transistors. Signal linearity is assured by an
active node formed by the drive transistors at ultrasonic frequencies.
This allows amplifier performance similar to trans• nova which is
highly stable and linear while utilizing the advantages of a non-
floating power supply.
THE RESULT: An extended frequency bandwidth accurately supplied
to the output stages of the amplifier.
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◆ TOPAZ (Tracking Operation Pre-Amplifier Zone)
The TOPAZ (Tracking Operation Pre-Amplifier Zone) circuitry solves
ground loop noise problems common to automotive amplifier design.
This innovative new development allows vastly improved isolation of
the input signal grounds from the power supply ground of the
amplifier. This is accomplished by allowing the source unit to control
the potential “environment” of the entire input structure or “zone” of
the amplifier. This process improves the noise rejection of the ampli-
fier by 30-40dB – an astounding 30-100 times better than amplifiers
without TOPAZ.
THE RESULT: Elimination of troublesome ground loop noise between
source and amplifier.
◆ MOSFET Devices
Rockford Fosgate is one of the few manufacturers in the sound
community to utilize MOSFET devices in both the power supply and
the output stages. MOSFET (Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect
Transistor) devices offer several important inherent advantages over
the 30 year old technology of bi-polar design. These advantages
include: thermal stability, switching speed, ultra low output imped-
ance and wider bandwidth linearity. In addition, MOSFETs operate
very similarly to vacuum tubes in which they are more linear than bi-
polartransistors. However, MOSFETscan deliverthe midrange clarity
without the limitations of transient response and high frequency
phase shifting normally associated with tube operation.
THE RESULT: Operational characteristics similar to vacuum tubes
without the performance limitations of tube design.
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◆ DSM (Discrete Surface Mount) Technology
The DSM (Discrete Surface Mount) manufacturing process combines
the advantages of both discrete components and integrated circuitry.
Rockford Fosgate isthe onlyAmerican amplifiermanufacturerto have
invested millions into this process. DSM components differ from
conventional discrete components in different ways. They are more
compact, more rugged, and they efficiently dissipate generated heat.
Using them wherever appropriate allows the advantages associated
with discrete circuitry to be retained while also providing room for
both highly advanced processing features and generous PC board
copper paths where needed. Their short lead-out structures allow
maximum audio performance and highest signal-to-noise ratios to be
obtained in amplifiers of desirable package size without resorting to
“amplifier-on-a-chip” shortcuts. These advantages are shown below
in Figure 1.
Figure 1
Component
Solder
Solder
PC
PC
Board
Board
Thru-Hole
Surface Mount
THE RESULT: Fewer connections, improved reliability, shorter signal
paths, superior signal-to-noise ratio and awesome sonic performance.
◆ NOMAD (NOn-Multiplying Advanced Decision)
All Rockford Fosgate amplifiers use an analog computer process to
maximize safe output power under all operating conditions. The
innovative NOMAD (NOn-Multiplying Advanced Decision) system
is the most sophisticated version of this technique ever used, bringing
previously unavailable levels of accuracy, stability, temperature
immunity and reliability to this critical process. NOMAD makes
advanced decisions based on device voltages to precisely control the
awesome levels of current available in the output MOSFETs to safe
values – but only when absolutely needed.
THE RESULT: Extremely fast protection system that always protects
the amplifier and never degrades the sound.
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◆ High Level Inputs
The high level inputs on the Rockford Fosgate amplifiers convert the
speaker line outputs (high level) to preamp line inputs (low level).
This allows amplifier compatibility with a variety of source units as
well as the ability to integrate into factory systems without the need
for external adapters.
THE RESULT: Allows compatibility with factory and aftermarket
source units.
◆ XCard Crossover
The 5.3x amplifiers utilize internal active crossovers. These cross-
overs have many performance advantages such as using discrete
components for exact frequency adjustments which are far superior
to potentiometers. Additionally, the XCard can be configured for
high-pass, low-pass and full range operation. With slight modifica-
tion, many crossover frequencies and slope configurations can be
achieved.
THE RESULT: Increased system design flexibility with a precise
electronic crossover without the limitations of conventional poten-
tiometer designs.
◆ Signal Switching Network
The Signal Switching Network allows the RCA input signals to be
distributed to the amplifier channels in many different configura-
tions. Among the many possible configurations, one setting uses a
single RCA (L mono) to feed the subwoofer channel, thus simplifying
connections needed.
THE RESULT: Allows input signals to be distributed to amplifier
channels in many different configurations.
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5.3X D E SI G N FE AT U R E S
Any adjustment to
CAUTION!
the Bias controls may damage
your amplifier and will void
your warranty.
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Bias
CAUTION!
Do Not Adjust
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Bias
Bias
CAUTION!
Do Not Adjust
9
Bias
Bias
CAUTION!
Do Not Adjust
9
Bias
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3
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1. Dual Extruded Heatsinks
The dual extruded aluminum heatsinks of this RF amplifier
dissipate heat generated by the amplifier's circuitry.
2. Power/Speaker Barrier Strip
The barrier strip uses screw terminals that will accept #10 spade
lugs or bare speaker and power wire sizes from 10-18 AWG.
These gold-plated connectors are immune to corrosion that will
cause signal degradation.
3. RCA Input Jacks
The industry standard RCA jack provides an easy connection for
signal level input. They are gold-plated to resist the signal
degradation caused by corrosion.
4. High Level Inputs
The high level input connectors accept 1/8" spade lugs for the
connection of a source unit that has only speaker line (high level)
outputs.
5. Input Sensitivity Controls
The input level controls are preset for 500mV which will match
the output of most source units. They can be adjusted to match
output levels from a variety of source units.
6. Internal Crossovers
The built-in crossover cards are configurable for a multitude of
operating frequencies. The orientation of the card in its socket
determines its function of high-pass, low-pass or full range
operation.
7. LED Power Indicator
The LED gives a visual indication of the status of the amplifier,
lighting when the unit is turned on.
8. Signal Input Switches
These switches allow the input signals to be distributed to the
outputs in many different configurations.
9. Bias Controls
The Bias controls are preset at the factory and are not user
adjustable. CAUTION! ANY ADJUSTMENT TO THE BIAS
CONTROLS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY!
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IN STALLAT I O N C O N SI D ERAT I O N S
The following is a list of tools you will need for installing the amplifier:
Wire Cutters
Wire Strippers
Wire Crimpers
Voltmeter
#2 Phillips Screwdriver
Assorted wire connectors
Battery Post Wrench
Electric Hand Drill with assorted bits
This section focuses on some of the vehicle considerations for
installing your new amplifier. Checking your battery and present
sound system, as well as pre-planning your system layout and best
wiring routes will save installation time. When deciding on the layout
of 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 read and understand the instructions before
attempting to install the amplifier.
2. For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior to
beginning the installation.
3. For easier assembly, we suggest you run all wires prior to
mounting your amplifier in place.
4. Route allofthe RCAcablesclose togetherand awayfrom anyhigh
current wires.
5. Use high quality connectors for a reliable installation and to
minimize signal or power loss.
6. Think before you drill! Be careful not to cut or drill into gas tanks,
fuel lines, brake or hydraulic lines, vacuum lines or electrical
wiring when working on any vehicle.
7. Neverrun wiresunderneath the vehicle. Runningthe wiresinside
the vehicle provides the best protection.
8. Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or
plastic grommets to protect any wires routed through metal,
especially the firewall.
9. ALWAYS protect the battery and electrical system from damage
with proper fusing. Install a fuseholder and appropriate fuse on
the +12V power wire within 18” (45.7 cm) of the battery terminal.
10. When grounding to the chassis of the vehicle, scrape all paint
from the metal to ensure a good, clean ground connection.
Grounding connections should be as short as possible and always
be connected to metal that is welded to the main body, or chassis,
of the vehicle.
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MO UNTING LO CATIO N
The mounting location and position of your amplifier will have a
great effect on its ability to dissipate the heat generated during normal
operation. The design of our aluminum heatsink serves to easily
dissipate the heat generated over a wide range of operating condi-
tions. However, to maximize the performance of your amplifier, care
should be taken to ensure adequate ventilation.
Trunk Mounting
Mounting the amplifier vertically on a surface with the fin grooves
running up and down will provide the best cooling of the amplifier.
Mounting the amplifier on the floor of the trunk will work but
provides less cooling capability than vertical mounting.
Mounting the amplifier upside down to the rear deck of the trunk will
not provide proper cooling and will severely affect the performance
of the amplifier and is strongly not recommended.
Passenger Compartment Mounting
Mounting the amplifier in the passenger compartment will work as
long as you provide a sufficient amount of air for the amplifier to cool
itself. If you are going to mount the amplifier under the seat of the
vehicle, you must have at least 1" (2.54cm) of air gap around the
amplifier's heatsink.
Mounting the amplifier with less than 1" (2.54cm) of air gap around
the amplifier's heatsink in the passenger compartment will not
provide proper cooling and will severely affect the performance of
the amplifier and is strongly not recommended.
Engine Compartment Mounting
Rockford Fosgate amplifiers should never be mounted in the engine
compartment. Not only will this void your warranty but could create
an embarrassing situation caused by the ridicule from your friends.
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BATTERY AN D CH ARG IN G
Amplifiers will put an increased load on the vehicle's battery and
charging system. We recommend checking your alternator and
battery condition to ensure that the electrical system has enough
capacity to handle the increased load of your stereo system. Stock
electrical systems which are in good condition should be able to
handle the extra load of any Rockford amplifier without problems,
although battery and alternator life can be reduced slightly. To
maximize the performance of your Rockford Fosgate amplifier, we
suggest the use of a heavy duty battery and an energy storage
capacitor.
W I R I N G T H E SYST E M
CAUTION: Avoid running power wires near the low level input
cables, antenna, power leads, sensitive equipment or harnesses. The
power wires carry substantial current and could induce noise into
the audio system.
• For safety, disconnect the negative lead from the battery prior to
beginning the installation.
1. Remove the cover and configure the internal XCard crossovers
prior to installation. Refer to “Using the XCard” (page 13) for
further information.
2. Plan the wire routing. Take care when running signal level RCA
cablesto keep them close togetherbutisolated from the amplifier's
power cables and any high power auto accessories, especially
electric motors. This is done to prevent coupling the noise from
radiated electrical fields into the audio signal. When feeding the
wires through the firewall or any metal barrier, protect them with
plastic or rubber grommets to prevent short circuits. Leave the
wires long at this point to adjust for a precise fit at a later time.
3. Prepare the Power cable for attachment to the amplifier by
stripping 1/2" of insulation from the end of the wire. Insert the
bared wire into the B+ terminal and tighten the set screw to secure
the cable in place.
NOTE: The B+ cable MUSTbe fused 18"or lessfrom the vehicle's
battery. Install the fuseholder under the hood and prepare the
cable ends as stated above. Connections should be water tight.
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Trim the power cable within 18" of the battery and
strip 1/2" of insulation from the end of the wire.
Cut the wire loop that isattached to the fuseholder
in half and splice the fuse into the power line
using appropriate inline connectors. Use the
section of cable that was trimmed earlier and
connect it to the other end of the fuseholder.
Cut
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4. Strip 1/2" from the battery end of the power cable
and crimp a large ring terminal to the cable. Use the ring terminal
to connect to the battery positive terminal. Do not install the fuse
at this time.
5. Prepare the Ground cable for attachment to the amplifier by
stripping1/2"ofinsulation from the end ofthe wire. Insertthe bared
wire into the GND terminal and tighten the set screw to secure the
cable in place. Prepare the chassis ground by scraping any paint
from the metal surface and thoroughly clean the area of all dirt and
grease. Strip the other end of the wire and attach a ring connector.
Fasten the cable to the chassis using a non-anodized screw and a
star washer.
6. Prepare the REM turn-on wire for connection to the amplifier by
stripping 1/2" of insulation from the wire end. Insert the bared
wire into the REM terminal and tighten the set screw to secure the
cable into place. Connect the other end of the REM wire to a
switched 12 volt positive source. The switched voltage is usually
taken from the source unit's auto antenna or the accessory lead.
If the source unit does not have these outputs available, the
recommended solution isto wire a mechanicalswitch in line with
a 12 volt source to activate the amplifier.
7. Securely mount the amplifier to the vehicle or amp rack. Be
careful not to mount the amplifier on cardboard or plastic panels.
Doing so may enable the screws to pull out from the panel due to
road vibration or sudden vehicle stops.
8. Connect the source signal to the amplifier by plugging the RCA
cables/high level inputs into the input jacks at the amplifier.
9. Connect the speakers. Strip the speaker wires 1/2" and insert into
the speaker terminal and tighten the set screw to secure into
place. Be sure to maintain proper speaker polarity. DO NOT
chassis ground any of the speaker leads as unstable operation
may result.
10. Perform a final check of the completed system wiring to ensure
that all connections are accurate. Check all power and ground
connections for frayed wires and loose connections which could
cause problems.
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A passive crossover is a circuit that uses capacitors and/or coils and is
placed on speaker leads between the amplifier and speaker. The
crossover delegates a specific range of frequencies to the speaker for
optimum driver performance. A crossover network can perform one of
three functions: High-Pass (capacitors), Low-Pass (inductors or coils)
and Bandpass (combination of capacitor and coil).
The most commonly used passive crossover networks are 6dB/octave
systems. These are easy to construct and require one component per
filter. Placing this filter in series with the circuit will reduce power to
the speaker by 6dB/octave above or below the crossover point
depending on whether it is a high-pass or low-pass filter. More
complex systems such as 12dB/octave or 18dB/octave can cause
impedance problems if not professionally designed.
Passive crossovers are directly dependent upon the speaker's imped-
ance and component value for accuracy. When passive crossover
components are used in multiple speaker systems, the crossover's
effect on the overall impedance should be taken into consideration
along with the speaker's impedance when determining amplifier
loads. CAUTION: The Rockford Fosgate amplifiers are not recom-
mended for impedance loads below 2Ω stereo and 4Ω bridged
(mono) loads.
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6 dB/Octave Low-Pass
6 dB/Octave High-Pass
Freq.
Hertz
Speaker Impedance
2 OHMS
8 OHMS
4 OHMS
L
C
L
C
L
C
80
100
130
4.1mH
3.1mH
2.4mH
1000µF
800µF
600µF
8.2mH
6.2mH
4.7mH
500µF
400µF
300µF
16mH
12mH
10mH
250µF
200µF
150µF
200
260
400
1.6mH
1.2mH
.8mH
400µF
300µF
200µF
3.3mH
2.4mH
1.6mH
200µF
150µF
100µF
6.8mH
4.7mH
3.3mH
100µF
75µF
50µF
600
800
1000
.5mH
.41mH
.31mH
136µF
100µF
78µF
1.0mH
.82mH
.62mH
68µF
50µF
39µF
2.0mH
1.6mH
1.2mH
33µF
26µF
20µF
1200
1800
4000
.25mH
.16mH
.08mH
66µF
44µF
20µF
.51mH
.33mH
.16mH
33µF
22µF
10µF
1.0mH
.68mH
.33mH
16µF
10µF
5µF
6000
9000
12000
51µH
34µH
25µH
14µF
9.5µF
6.6µF
.10mH
68µH
51µH
6.8µF
4.7µF
3.3µF
.20mH
.15mH
100µH
3.3µF
2.2µF
1.6µF
6 dB/Octave High-Pass and Low-Pass Filters
L = Low-Pass (Inductor)
C = High-Pass (Capacitor)
For more information, see your Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer.
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U SI N G T H E XCARD
The crossover functions are controlled through the use of an XCard
and can be set for high-pass, low-pass or full range operation. Each
crossover card has two faces: one face operates Full Range, the other
has arrows to indicate the edge for selecting HP (high-pass) or LP (low-
pass) operation. Orient the card with the desired operating edge,
indicated by the arrow, toward the socket terminals inside the ampli-
fier. Firmly, but carefully, plug the card into the socket.
High-Pa ss
Low-Pa ss
Full Range
H P
LP
L P
HP
FULL ↕
CUSTOMIZING TH E XCARD
The crossover point can be altered by changing the 4 resistor values.
Use the following formula to select the appropriate resistor value to
be placed on the XCard.
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Our tests have shown that using 0.047µf capacitors for frequencies below 100Hz, and
0.022µf capacitors for frequencies above 100Hz, result in more linear crossover
control. Refer to the Specifications page to determine the capacitor value of each
supplied XCard.
Butterworth Alignment Q = .707
Butterworth Alignment Q = .707
1% resistors used with 0.047µF caps
1% resistors used with 0.022µF caps
Frequency
20Hz
25Hz
30Hz
35Hz
40Hz
45Hz
50Hz
55Hz
60Hz
65Hz
70Hz
75Hz
80Hz
85Hz
90Hz
200Hz
300Hz
400Hz
500Hz
600Hz
700Hz
800Hz
900Hz
1kHz
R1
R2
Frequency
20Hz
R1
R2
169kΩ
133kΩ
110kΩ
95.3kΩ
84.5kΩ
75kΩ
169kΩ
133kΩ
110kΩ
95.3kΩ
84.5kΩ
75kΩ
357kΩ
287kΩ
237kΩ
205kΩ
178kΩ
162kΩ
143kΩ
130kΩ
121kΩ
110kΩ
102kΩ
95.3kΩ
90.9kΩ
84.5kΩ
80.6kΩ
35.7kΩ
23.7kΩ
17.8kΩ
14.3kΩ
12.1kΩ
10.2kΩ
9.9kΩ
357kΩ
287kΩ
237kΩ
205kΩ
178kΩ
162kΩ
143kΩ
130kΩ
121kΩ
110kΩ
102kΩ
95.3kΩ
90.9kΩ
84.5kΩ
80.6kΩ
35.7kΩ
23.7kΩ
17.8kΩ
14.3kΩ
12.1kΩ
10.2kΩ
9.9kΩ
25Hz
30Hz
35Hz
40Hz
45Hz
68.1kΩ
61.9kΩ
56.2kΩ
52.3kΩ
48.7kΩ
45.3kΩ
42.2kΩ
40.2kΩ
37.4kΩ
16.9kΩ
11.3kΩ
8.45kΩ
6.65kΩ
5.62kΩ
4.75kΩ
4.22kΩ
3.74kΩ
3.40kΩ
2.80kΩ
1.69kΩ
1.10kΩ
845Ω
68.1kΩ
61.9kΩ
56.2kΩ
52.3kΩ
48.7kΩ
45.3kΩ
42.2kΩ
40.2kΩ
37.4kΩ
16.9kΩ
11.3kΩ
8.45kΩ
6.65kΩ
5.62kΩ
4.75kΩ
4.22kΩ
3.74kΩ
3.40kΩ
2.80kΩ
1.69kΩ
1.10kΩ
845Ω
50Hz
55Hz
60Hz
65Hz
70Hz
75Hz
80Hz
85Hz
90Hz
200Hz
300Hz
400Hz
500Hz
600Hz
700Hz
800Hz
900Hz
1.0kHz
1.2kHz
2.0kHz
3.0kHz
4.0kHz
5.0kHz
6.0kHz
7.0kHz
8.0kHz
8.6kΩ
8.6kΩ
7.15kΩ
6.04kΩ
3.57kΩ
2.37kΩ
1.76kΩ
1.43kΩ
1.21kΩ
1.02kΩ
909Ω
7.15kΩ
6.04kΩ
3.57kΩ
2.37kΩ
1.76kΩ
1.43kΩ
1.21kΩ
1.02kΩ
909Ω
1.2kHz
2kHz
3kHz
4kHz
5kHz
665Ω
562Ω
487Ω
422Ω
665Ω
562Ω
487Ω
422Ω
6kHz
7kHz
8kHz
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XCARD ACCESS
The internal XCard crossover(s) are accessible by removing the top
cover from the amplifier. The XCard should be inserted with the filter
side (HP, LP or FULL RANGE) facing the metal contacts inside the
socket.
Bias
Bias
Bias
Bias
CAUTION!
Do Not Adjust
CAUTION!
Do Not Adjust
High-Pass
Low-Pass
Full Range
Rear XCard
Front XCard
H P
LP
L P
HP
FULL ↕
Subwoofer XCard
Bias
Bias
CAUTION!
Do Not Adjust
• Remove six Allen Screws from cover with supplied Allen wrench (3/32")
• Insert XCard into socket with HP, LP, or FULL RANGE facing metal
contacts.
FACTORY DEFAULTS
Rear XCard = Full Range
Front XCard = Full Range
Subwoofer XCard = 80Hz LP
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USING THE SIGNAL SWITCHING NETWORK
The Signal Switching Network allows the RCA input signals to be
distributed to the outputs in many different configurations. The
orientation of both switches configure the distribution pattern . The
switches can be oriented in the following configurations.
Configuration #1
(Mono Sub Input)
Front inputs => Front outputs
Rear inputs => Rear outputs
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
Subwoofer (L Mono) input => Subwoofer outputs
REAR XCard
Configuration #2
Front inputs => Front outputs
SUB XCard
Rear inputs => Rear outputs
FRO NT XCard
Subwoofer inputs => Subwoofer outputs
REAR XCard
Configuration #3
Front inputs => Front outputs
SUB XCard
Rear inputs => Rear outputs
FRO NT XCard
Front & Rear inputs summed => Subwoofer outputs
REAR XCard
Factory
Default
Setting
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Configuration #4
(Mono Sub Input)
Front inputs => Front & Rear outputs
SUB XCard
Subwoofer (L Mono) input => Subwoofer outputs
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Configuration #5
Front inputs => Front & Rear outputs
SUB XCard
Subwoofer inputs => Subwoofer outputs
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Configuration #6
Front inputs => Front, Rear &
SUB XCard
Subwoofer outputs
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
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Configuration #1
Front inputs => Front outputs
Rear inputs => Rear outputs
Subwoofer (L Mono) inputs => Subwoofer outputs
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
LED
LF
+RF–GND +LR– +RR–
High Level Inputs
L-Subwoofer +LF–
R-Subwoofer
Rear
Gain
Sub
Gain
LR
RR
Front
Gain
RF
A
A
B
B
(L M o n o )
C
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®
SUB SUB
LF+
RF+
RF-
LR+
RR- RR+
LF-
+
LR-
B+
REM GND
–
A
A
B
B
C
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Configuration #2
Front inputs => Front outputs
Rear inputs => Rear outputs
Subwoofer inputs => Subwoofer outputs
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
LED
LF
+RF–GND +LR– +RR–
High Level Inputs
L-Subwoofer +LF–
R-Subwoofer
Rear
Gain
Sub
Gain
LR
RR
Front
Gain
RF
A
A
B
B
C
C
390 Watts Total Power
®
®
SUB
+
SUB
–
LF+
RF+
RF-
LR+
RR- RR+
LF-
LR-
B+
REM GND
A
A
B
B
C
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Configuration #3
Front inputs => Front outputs
Rear inputs => Rear outputs
Front & Rear inputs summed => Subwoofer outputs
Factory
Default
Setting
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
LED
LF
+RF–GND +LR– +RR–
High Level Inputs
L-Subwoofer +LF–
R-Subwoofer
Rear
Gain
Sub
Gain
LR
RR
Front
Gain
RF
A
A
B
B
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®
®
SUB SUB
LF+
RF+
RF-
LR+
RR- RR+
LF-
+
LR-
B+
REM GND
–
A&B
A
A
B
B
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Configuration #4
(Mono Sub Input)
Front inputs => Front & Rear outputs
Subwoofer (L Mono) inputs => Subwoofer outputs
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
LED
LF
+RF–GND +LR– +RR–
High Level Inputs
L-Subwoofer +LF–
R-Subwoofer
Rear
Gain
Sub
Gain
LR
RR
Front
Gain
RF
A
A
(L M o n o )
C
390 Watts Total Power
®
®
SUB SUB
LF+
RF+
RF-
LR+
RR- RR+
LF-
+
LR-
B+
REM GND
–
A
A
A
A
C
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Configuration #5
Front inputs => Front & Rear outputs
Subwoofer inputs => Subwoofer outputs
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
LED
LF
+RF–GND +LR– +RR–
High Level Inputs
L-Subwoofer +LF–
R-Subwoofer
Rear
Gain
Sub
Gain
LR
RR
Front
Gain
RF
A
A
C
C
390 Watts Total Power
®
®
SUB
+
SUB
–
LF+
RF+
RF-
LR+
RR- RR+
LF-
LR-
B+
REM GND
A
A
A
A
C
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Configuration #6
Front inputs => Front, Rear &
Subwoofer outputs
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
LED
LF
+RF–GND +LR– +RR–
L-Subwoofer +LF–
R-Subwoofer
Rear
Gain
Sub
Gain
LR
RR
Front
Gain
High Level Inputs
RF
A
A
390 Watts Total Power
®
®
SUB
+
SUB
–
LF+
RF+
RF-
LR+
RR- RR+
LF-
LR-
B+
REM GND
A
A
A
A
A
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I
®
®
N
S
T
A
L
L
A
T
I
5.3X INSTALLATION
O
N
High Level Input – “Single Ended” Type
This configuration is used for source units that have “Single Ended” speaker
outputs. Only the “+” output is “hot,” whereas the “–” or “common” are
common grounded. To verify your source unit has these outputs, connect an
ohm meter across the “–” output and radio chassis for a reading of 0Ω.
R
AUD
SEL
CLOCK
DSPL
AUT
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DISC
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Ch
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P.SCN
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PWR
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2
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4
DIM
5
PAUSE
6
1
®
Rear
Front
R+
L+
COMM
R+
COMM
L+
LED
+RF–
L-Subwoofer
R-Subwoofer
+LF–
GND +LR– +RR–
Rear
Gain
Sub
Gain
LF
LR
RR
Front
Gain
High Level Inputs
RF
Use “Configuration #3” of Signal
Switching Network when using
front & rear inputs
Use “Configuration #6” of
Signal Switching Network
when using front inputs only
• L+ and R+ Inputs are connected to corresponding “+” speaker outputs
• L– and R– Inputs are not used
• GND Input is connected to “–” speaker outputs
• Configuration #6* is used with FRONT inputs to achieve Sub output
• Configuration #3* is used with FRONT & REAR inputs to achieve Sub output
* Refer to previous pages for Signal Switching Network configurations
CAUTION: Use 1/8" female connectors when using the high level inputs and DO NOT
solder wires directly to the connector
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®
®
N
S
T
A
L
L
A
T
I
O
N
High Level Input – “B.T.L.” Type
This configuration is used for source units that have “B.T.L.” speaker outputs
(Bridged Transformer Less not Bacon Tomato & Lettuce). Both “+” and “–”
outputs are considered “hot” or “floating.”
Factory Radio
+
–
^
v
100.7
Rear
Front
R–
R+
L+
L–
L–
L+
R+
R–
LED
+RF–GND +LR– +RR–
High Level Inputs
L-Subwoofer +LF–
R-Subwoofer
Rear
Gain
Sub
Gain
LF
LR
RR
Front
Gain
RF
Use “Configuration #3” of
Signal Switching Network
when using front & rear inputs
Use “Configuration #6” of
Signal Switching Network
when using front inputs only
• L+ and R+ Inputs are connected to corresponding “+” speaker outputs
• L– and R– Inputs are connected to corresponding “–” speaker outputs
• GND Input is not used unless noise problems arise
• Configuration #6* is used with FRONT inputs to achieve Sub output
• Configuration #3* is used with FRONT & REAR inputs to achieve Sub output
* Refer to previous pages for Signal Switching Network configurations
CAUTION: Use 1/8" female connectors when using the high level inputs and DO NOT
solder wires directly to the connector
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I
®
®
N
S
T
A
L
L
A
T
I
O
N
Power Connections
390 Watts Total Power
®
®
SUB SUB
LF+
RF+
RF-
LR+
RR- RR+
LF-
+
LR-
B+
REM GND
–
Connect to remote
turn-on lead of
source unit
Connect to chassis
ground of vehicle
Less than 18"
Connect to B+ of battery
with 30A fuse
3-Channel Operation
390 Watts Total Power
®
®
SUB SUB
LF+
RF+
RF-
LR+
RR- RR+
LF-
+
LR-
B+
REM GND
–
–
+
–
+
+
–
4Ω Min.
LEFT
4Ω Min.
RIGHT
4Ω Min.
• Front/Rear Gain Controls set equally to balance left and right speakers
• Sub Gain Control operates independently
• Impedance Load for Left bridged channel should be 4Ω minimum
• Impedance Load for Right bridged channel should be 4Ω minimum
• Impedance Load for Sub bridged/mono channel should be 4Ω minimum
• Front/Rear XCard set identically as High-Pass, Low-Pass or Full Range
• Sub XCard can be set for High-Pass, Low-Pass or Full Range
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®
®
N
S
T
A
L
L
A
T
I
3-Channel Mono Operation
O
N
390 Watts Total Power
®
®
SUB
+
SUB
–
LF+
RF+
RF-
LR+
RR- RR+
LF-
LR-
B+
REM GND
+
–
–
+
–
+
4Ω Min.
4Ω Min.
4Ω Min.
• Front/Rear Gain Controls set equally to balance the speakers
• Sub Gain Control operates independently
• Impedance Load for Front bridged channel should be 4Ω minimum
• Impedance Load for Rear bridged channel should be 4Ω minimum
• Impedance Load for Sub bridged/mono channel should be 4Ω minimum
• Front/Rear XCard set as High-Pass, Low-Pass or Full Range
• Sub XCard can be set for High-Pass, Low-Pass or Full Range
5-Channel Operation
300 Watts Total Power
®
®
SUB SUB
LF+
RF+
RF-
LR+
RR- RR+
LF-
+
LR-
B+
REM GND
–
–
+
+ –
2Ω Min.
+
–
– –
2Ω Min.
+
+
2Ω Min.
2Ω Min.
4Ω Min.
• Front/Rear/ Sub Gain Controls operate independently
• Impedance Load for Front/Rear channels should be 2Ω minimum
• Impedance Load for Sub bridged/mono channel should be 4Ω minimum
• Front/Rear XCard set as High-Pass, Low-Pass or Full Range
• Sub XCard can be set for High-Pass, Low-Pass or Full Range
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SYSTEM DIAGRAMS
230 Watt System (rated @ 4 ohms)
Step #1
Upgrade the factory system with an RF5.3x amplifier and mono subwoofer.
Factory Radio
+
–
^
v
100.7
High Level Input
Front
Front
Factory
Speaker
Factory
Speaker
80Hz-20kHz
12dB/octave HP
20Hz-80Hz
12dB/octave LP
4Ω Woofer
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230 Watt System (rated @ 4 ohms)
Step #2
Further upgrade the factory system by replacing the front factory speakers and
adding “rear fill” speakers.
Factory Radio
+
–
^
v
100.7
High Level Input
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
80Hz-20kHz
12dB/octave HP
80Hz-20kHz
12dB/octave HP
20Hz-80Hz
12dB/octave LP
4Ω Woofer
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350 Watt System (rated @ 4 ohms)
Step #3
Replace the factory source unit with an RFX-8030, adding a 4.6x amplifier and
more subwoofers.
SKIP
MON
AUD
SEL
CLOCK
DSPL
AUTO
P.SCN
RPT
IL
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RDM DIM
L
UM
COMPACT
L
DIGITAL AUDIO
PWR
TUNE
VOL
D.SCN
SCAN
2
PAUSE
1
3
4
5
6
RFX-8030
HP
HP
Front XCard
Rear XCard
Front
Front
80Hz-20kHz
80Hz-20kHz
12dB/octave HP
12dB/octave HP
Rear
Rear
4Ω Woofer
4Ω Woofer
4Ω Woofer
20Hz-80Hz
12dB/octave LP
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410 Watt System (rated @ 4 ohms)
Step #4
Complete the system by adding a CD changer, midbass speakers, and
dedicating an RF-2.6x for “rear fill.”
SKIP
MON
®
R
F
X
-
8
6
0
1
s
c
d
i
a
AUD
SEL
6
ch
n
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CLOCK
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COMPACT
P.SCN
RPT
3
L
DIGITAL AUDIO
TUNE
VOL
PWR
D.SCN
SCAN
2
PAUSE
1
4
5
6
®
RFX-8030
20Hz-80Hz
12dB/octave LP
Front
Sub
Rear
HP
HP
Front XCard
Rear XCard
Front
Front
80Hz-20kHz
80Hz-20kHz
12dB/octave HP
12dB/octave HP
Midbass
Midbass
80Hz-400Hz
80Hz-400Hz
12dB/octave BP
12dB/octave BP
4Ω Woofer
4Ω Woofer
4Ω Woofer
HP
20Hz-80Hz
Rear XCard
12dB/octave LP
Rear
Rear
80Hz-20kHz
12dB/octave HP
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TROUBLE-S
H
O
O
T
I
N
G
TR O U BL E SH O O T I N G
Symptom
Diagnosis
Remedy
Amplifier doesnot
turn on
Voltage applied to the Check the alternator, bat-
REM terminal of the tery, fuse, and wiring and
(Power LED is off) amplifierisnotbetween repair as necessary. If the
10.5 and 15.5 volts or voltage is above 15.5 volts,
there is no voltage have the electrical system
present.
inspected by an authorized
car service center.
Voltage to the B+ termi- Check the alternator, bat-
nal of the amplifier is tery, fuse, and wiring and
not between 10.5 and repair as necessary. If the
15.5 volts or there is no voltage is above 15.5 volts,
voltage present.
have the electrical system
inspected by an authorized
car service center.
Amplifier is not prop-
erly grounded.
Check wiring and repair as
necessary.
Check connections, substi-
tute with known working
source and cablesand repair
or replace as necessary.
RCA Input from source
unit is not connected or
not functioningproperly.
Amplifier has no
sound
(Power LED is on)
Check XCard position and
repair or replace as neces-
sary.
XCard is missing or not
placed properlyin cross-
over slots.
Disconnectexistingspeakers
and test with known working
speakers and wires. If ampli-
fier plays, check and repair
wiring and installation of
speakers as necessary.
Speakerleadsare shorted
to each other or to the
chassis of the vehicle.
Disconnect existing speak-
ers and test with known
working speakers. If ampli-
fier plays, check and repair
speakers as necessary.
Speakers are defective.
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TROUBLE-S
H
O
O
T
I
N
G
Symptom
Diagnosis
Remedy
Readjust input gains of
amplifier.
Speaker Output
Low or Distorted
Input gain signal for
amplifier is incorrectly
set.
Check system with known
working source and repair
or replace original source
as needed.
Source unit output too
low or source unit has
no output.
Check XCard position and
repair or replace as neces-
sary.
XCard is missing or not
placed properlyin cross-
over slots.
Check the alternator, bat-
tery, fuse, and power and
ground wiring. Repair as
necessary.
Low battery voltage or
large voltage drops to
the amplifierunderload.
Check Signal Input
Switches and reconfigure
as necessary.
Signal Input Switches not
configured properly.
No O utput on
Front, Rear or Sub
Channels
Check XCard position(s)
and repair or replace as
necessary.
XCard(s) missing or not
placed properly in cross-
over slot.
Signal Input Switches do Check Signal Input
not configure Sub Chan- Switches and reconfigure
nel for single RCA input. as necessary.
Low Output on
Sub Channel
Disconnect input signal to
amplifier and turn amplifier
on and off. If noise is elimi-
nated, connect REM lead of
amplifierto source unitwith
a delay turn-on module.
Voltage spike from out-
put of preceding compo-
nent is entering amplifier
through input signal.
Amplifier Noise
(Turn-on Pop)
Use a different 12 volt
source for REM lead of am-
plifier(i.e., batterydirect). If
noise is eliminated, use a
relay to isolate amplifier
from noisy turn-on output.
Voltage spike from re-
mote turn-on lead is en-
tering through REM in-
put terminal.
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TROUBLE-S
H
O
O
T
I
N
G
Symptom
Diagnosis
Remedy
Check connections, and
run the RCA cables on a
different route away from
sources of high current.
Engine Noise
Noise is radiating into
RCA signal cable.
Checkconnections,and by-
Bad componentin the sig-
nal chain.
passadditionalcomponents
(crossovers and equalizers)
between the source unitand
the amplifier. Connect one
component at a time to de-
termine the culprit. Repair
or replace components as
necessary.
Disconnectexistingspeak-
ers and connect a test
speaker to the output ter-
minals of the amplifier. If
noise is gone, reroute the
speaker cables away from
sources of high voltage.
Noise is radiating into
speaker cables.
Checkground connections
and connectamplifiers, sig-
nal processors, and other
components to a central
location or try a different
grounding point on the
chassis.
Multiple grounds in the
audio system.
Check connections and
disconnect antenna from
source unit. Ifnoise isgone,
install an antenna ground
loop isolator.
Ground loop between
source unit and antenna.
Engine noise with
high level inputs
Connect GND terminal of
high level input to chassis
of source unit.
No reference ground
• If noise persists, see your Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer.
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D YN AM I C P O W E R M E ASU R E M E N T S
About the Dynamic Power Measurements
The Audio Graph PowerCube is a test instrument used to measure the
outputofan amplifierin accordance with IHF-202 industrystandards. The
IHF-202 standard is a dynamic power measurement and was developed
as a means of measuring power in a manner that best represents the Real
World operation of an amplifier. Many manufacturers, including Rockford
Fosgate, at times will measure amplifier power into a fixed resistor (4 ohm,
2 ohm). While this method is useful in some types of evaluation and
testing, itisnotrepresentative ofan amplifierthatisconnected to a speaker
and playing music.
Music
Music isdynamic;the sound wavesare complexand constantlychanging.
In order to simulate this, the IHF-202 standard calls for the input signal to
the amplifier to be a 1kHz bursted tone. This signal is input (on for 20
milliseconds) and reduced 20dB for 480 milliseconds. The signal is
gradually increased in level until the amplifier's output exceeds 1% Total
Harmonic Distortion (THD). At1% distortion becomesaudible, therefore,
any power produced above that level is considered unusable. Many
manufacturers represent their amplifiers' output power in excess of 10%
distortion. They use many names for this measurement, such as Total
Maximum Power or Maximum Output Power. This is not indicative of the
actual usable output power.
Listening to Loudspeakers - Not Resistors
A loudspeaker is not a resistor. A resistor's value (resistance measured in
ohms) is fixed. A loudspeaker's impedance is dynamic. It is constantly
changing in value, dependent upon the frequency of the input signal.
Therefore, measuring power with the amplifier loaded into a 4 ohm
resistor is not the same as measuring power with the amplifier connected
to a 4 ohm speaker. Most people do not listen to music through a resistor.
A4 ohm speakermayexperience a drop in impedance 4-6 times lower than
its nominal (printed) impedance. A speaker will also create phase shifts in
the signal that is passed through it. These phase shifts happen because a
speaker is an inductor (voice coil) and a capacitor (compliance of the
surround/spider), as well as a resistor (voice coil wire).
To simulate a speaker the Audio Graph PowerCube measures output
power into 20 different loads. It tests at 8 ohms, 4 ohms, 2 ohms and 1
ohm. Each of these impedances is also tested at –60°, –30°, 0°, +30° and
+60° phase angles. These different impedances and phase angles repre-
sent the shifts in impedance and phase that can occur in a typical
loudspeaker.
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Information Cubed
The data acquired in the testing procedure is then graphed in the form
of a 3-dimensional cube, hence the name PowerCube.
The Phase Angle is expressed on the horizontal axis, the Output
Voltage is presented on the vertical axis and the Impedance is
displayed on the Z axis. Output Power, in watts, is listed on the left
hand side for each impedance at each phase angle.
Audio Graph – The PowerCube™
MODEL BEING
TESTED
VOLTAGE FROM
BATTERY
x2 = STEREO
MONO = BRIDGED MONO
Amplifier: PUNCH 200.2 14.4V x 2
Serial No:
Rated Power : 100 W @ 4 Ohms
Owner
:
ROCKFORD CORPORATION
8Ω –60° 85
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
*
–30° 84
0° 84
POWER
IN
50V
30V
30° 84
60° 86
WATTS
{
4Ω –60° 162
*
–30° 157
0° 156
30° 157
60° 162
10V
2Ω –60° 273
*
–30° 258
0° 251
8Ω
4Ω
30° 256
60° 271
2Ω
–60° (Cap)
0°
1Ω
1Ω –60° 390
*
{
(Ind) +60°
{
–30° 356
0° 346
Impedance
PHASE ANGLES
30° 352
60° 390
• Example of a Punch 200x PowerCube
2
What is an Amplifier?
An amplifier by definition is a voltage generating device, recreating
the signal which is input to it identically but with increased volume.
It will be connected to a reactive load (the speaker). The impedance
of this load and phase of the signal passing through the load will vary,
dependent upon the frequency of the input signal (music).
Therefore, a perfect amplifier will be able to maintain the same output
voltage regardless of load characteristics and will not alter the signal
it is reproducing. A perfect amplifier when measured by the Audio
Graph PowerCube would present data that forms a perfect cube.
Unfortunately, amplifiers are not perfect. The laws of physics gener-
ally prevent it. A great amplifier is about the best one can hope to
attain.
As you can see by the PowerCube and as you will experience by
listening, your Punch amplifier is a GREAT AMPLIFIER!
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5.3X SP EC I FI C ATI O N S
Front/Rear
Channels
Sub
Channel
Dynamic Power Rating (IHF 202 Standard)
Measured at 14.4 Voltage
Per channel into a 4Ω Load
Per channel into a 2Ω Load
Bridged Mono into a 4Ω Load
40 Watts x 4
65 Watts x 4
130 Watts x 2
130 Watts x 1
Continuous Power Rating (Competition Standard)
Measured at 14.4 Battery Voltage
RMS continuous power per channel,
all channels driven into a 4Ω load from
20 to 20,000 Hz, with less than 0.30%
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
30 Watts x 4
55 Watts x 4
110 Watts x 2
RMS continuous power per channel,
all channels driven into a 2Ω load from
20 to 20,000 Hz, with less than 0.50%
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
RMS continuous power bridged/mono
110 Watts x 1
into a 4Ω load from 20 to 20,000 Hz
with less than 0.50% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Bandwidth
>100dB (A-weighted)
10 Hz to 250kHz ± 3dB
Damping Factor @ 4Ω
Frequency Response
Slew Rate
>200
20 Hz to 20 kHz ± 0.5dB
30Vµs
IM Distortion (IHF)
Input Impedance
<0.05%
20,000 ohms
Input Voltage
Variable from 325mV to 5.5volts
(Low level in-RCA)
Variable from 850mV to 15 volts
Variable from 425mV to 7.5 volts
(High level in-BTL)
(High level in – Single Ended)
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Protection
NOMAD - Internal analog-computer out-
putprotection circuitrylimitspowerin case
of overload. Thermal switch shuts down
the amplifier in case of overheating.
Factory Default Crossover
Crossover Slope
Front XCard = 80Hz (0.047µf)
Rear XCard = 80Hz (0.047µf)
Sub XCard = 80Hz (0.047µf)
12dB/octave Butterworth
30 Amps
Battery Fusing Ratings
(External to Amplifier)
Fuse Type
ATC
5
1
Dimensions
10 ⁄8”W x 11 ⁄2L x 2"H
(26.9cm) x (29.21cm) x (5.08cm)
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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LIMITED W AR R AN T Y I N FO R M AT I O N
Rockford Corporation offers a limited warranty on Rockford Fosgate products on the
following terms:
•
Length of Warranty
3 years on electronics
2 years on source units
1 year on speakers
90 days on electronic B-stock (receipt required)
30 days on speaker B-stock (receipt required)
•
What is Covered
This warranty applies only to Rockford Fosgate products sold to consumers by
Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealers in the United States of America or its
possessions. Product purchased by consumers from an Authorized Rockford
Fosgate Dealer in another country are covered only by that country’s Distributor
and not by Rockford Corporation.
•
Who is Covered
This warranty covers only the original purchaser of Rockford product purchased
from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in the United States. In order to
receive service, the purchaser must provide Rockford with a copy of the receipt
stating the customer name, dealer name, product purchased and date of purchase.
•
•
Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or
replaced (with a product deemed to be equivalent) at Rockford's discretion.
What is Not Covered
1. Damage caused by accident, abuse, improper operations, water, theft
2. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product
3. Service performed by anyone other than Rockford or an Authorized Rockford
Fosgate Service Center
4. Any product which has had the serial number defaced, altered, or removed
5. Subsequent damage to other components
6. Any product purchased outside the U.S.
7. Any product not purchased from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer
•
•
Limit on Implied Warranties
Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and merchantability
are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty set forth above. Some
states do not allow limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so this
limitation may not apply. No person is authorized to assume for Rockford Fosgate
any other liability in connection with the sale of the product.
How to Obtain Service
Please call 1-800-669-9899 for Rockford Customer Service. You must obtain an
RA# (Return Authorization number)to return anyproductto Rockford Fosgate. You
are responsible for shipment of product to Rockford.
Ship to: Speakers
Ship to: Electronics
Rockford Corporation
Warranty Repair Department
2055 E. 5th Street
Rockford Acoustic Design
(Receiving-speakers)
609 Myrtle N.W.
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
RA#:_________________
Tempe, AZ 85281
RA#:_________________
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Por favor, lea las instrucciones siguientes para la instalación de este producto.
El hecho de proceder al montaje sin haber leido estas instrucciones, podria
resultar fatal para usted o para el vehiculo.
INTRODUCCIÓN
El RFX 5.3x es un amplificador de 5 canales estéreo y un canal
puenteado en mono para acomodarse a los diseños de sistemas de “un
solo amplificador” con un precio competitivo. Como este manual
proporciona información sobre las características, instalación y
funcionamiento del amplifiador Rockford Fosgate 5.3x, le sugerimos
que lo guarde para futuras referencias.
Recomendamos que contacte con un distribuidor autorizado por Rock-
ford Fosgate para la instalación de su nuevo Amplificador. Sin embargo,
si decide instalar este amplificador usted mismo, asegurese de leer todo
el manual antes de empezar el montaje.
UTILIZACION DEL CIRCUITO DE CONMUTACION
DE SEÑAL
El circuito de conmutación de señal permite distribuir las entradas RCA
a las salidas de varias diferentes maneras. La orientación de ambos
conmutadores configura la distribución de señal. Los conmutadores
pueden ser posicionados en las siguientes configuraciones.
Configuración n°1
(Entrada de Subwoofer en mono)
Entrada Frontales => Salidas Frontales
Entrada Posteriores => Salidas Posteriores
SUB XCard
Entradas de Subwoofer => Salidas de Subwoofer
FRO NT XCard
(Izquierda Mono)
REAR XCard
Configuración n°2
Entrada Frontales => Salidas Frontales
Entrada Posteriores => Salidas Posteriores
SUB XCard
Entradas de Subwoofer => Salidas de Subwoofer
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
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Configuración n°3
Entrada Frontales => Salidas Frontales
Entrada Posteriores => Salidas Posteriores
Entradas Frontales y => Salidas de Subwoofer
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Posteriores
Configuración
Standard de
Fábrica
Configuración n°4
(Entrada de Subwoofer en mono)
Entrada Frontales => Salidas Frontales y
SUB XCard
Posteriores
Entradas de Subwoofer => Salidas de Subwoofer
(Izquierda Mono)
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Configuración n°5
Entrada Frontales => Salidas Frontales y
Posteriores
Entradas de Subwoofer => Salidas de Subwoofer
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Configuración n°6
SUB XCard
Entrada Frontales => Salidas Frontales,
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Posteriores y Subwoofer
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Veuillez lire les instructions suivantes relatives à l'installation de ces produits.
Ne pas suivre ces instructions pourrait entrainer des dommages à vous-même
ou à votre véhicule.
I N T R O D U C T I O N
Le RF5.3x est un amplifiacteur à 5 canaux avec quatre canaux stéréo et
un canal mono. Ce manuel contient des informations importantes sur
l'installation et le fontionnement de l'appareil. Nous vous conseillons
de bien le conserver.
Nous vous recommandons vivement de faire installer votre nouvel
amplificateur Rockford Fosgate auprès d'un installateur agréé Rockford
Fosgate. Néanmoins, si vous décidez d'installer vous-méme votre
amplificateur, assurez-vous e lire l'entièreté e ce manuel avant de
commencer.
UTILISATION DU RÉSEAU DE COMMUTATION
DU SIGNAL
Le réseau de commutation du signal permet au signal provenant des
RCA e'entrée d'être distribué vers les sorties dans de multiple configu-
rations. L'orientation des deux commutateurs configure la distribu-
tion de signal. Les commutateurs peuvent être orientés afin d'obtenir
les configurations suivantes:
Configuration #1
(Entrée Sub Mono)
Entrée avant => Sortie avant
SUB XCard
Entrée arrière => Sortie arrière
Entrée sub (gauche mono) => Sortie sub
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Configuration #2
Entrée avant => Sortie avant
SUB XCard
Entrée arrière => Sortie arrière
Entrée sub => Sortie sub
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
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Configuration #3
Entrée avant => Sortie avant
Entrée arrière => Sortie arrière
Entrée sub => Sortie sub
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
(somme avant & arrière)
Réglages
d'usine
Configuration #4
(Entrée Sub Mono)
Entrée avant => Sortie avant & arrière
SUB XCard
Entrée sub (gauche mono) => Sortie sub
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Configuration #5
Entrée avant => Sortie avant & arrière
SUB XCard
Entrée sub => Sortie sub
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Configuration #6
Entrée avants => Sortie sub, avant &
SUB XCard
arrière
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
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Bitte lesen Sie sich die folgende Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch, dies
kann Ihr Fahrzeug und das Produkt vor Beschädigung schützen.
EINLEITUNG
DerRF5.3xistein 5-KanalVerstärkermitvierStereo Kanälen und einem
einzelnen gebrückten/mono Kanal, um ein anpaβbares “ein Verstärker”
System, zu einem Konkurrenzlos günstigen Preis anzubieten. Dieses
Handbuch enthält Informationen über die Installation und die
Handhabung des Verstärkers und wir schlagen vor, daβ Sie dieses
Handbuch an einem sicheren Ort aufbewahren, wo Sie es jederzeit
wiederfinden.
Wir raten Ihnen Ihren Verstärker nur von einem authorisierten Rockford
Fosgate-Händler einbauen zu lassen, sollten Sie die Montage selber
vornehmen, so lesen Sie sich diese Anleitung bitte sorgfältig durch.
BENUTZEN DES SIGNAL NETZWERKES
Das Schaltbare Signal Netzwerk erlaubt es, die Eingangssignale den
verschiedenen Ausgangen optimal zuzuteilen. Die verschiedenen
Stellungen der Schalter sind in den folgenden Beispielen dargestellt.
Beispiel #1
(Werkseinstellungen)
Vordere Eingänge => Vordere Ausgänge
SUB XCard
Hintere Eingänge => Hintere Ausgänge
Subwoofer (L Mono)
FRO NT XCard
Eingänge => Subwoofer Ausgänge
REAR XCard
Beispiel #2
Vordere Eingänge => Vordere Ausgänge
Hintere Eingänge => Hintere Ausgänge
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
Subwoofer Eingänge => Subwoofer Ausgänge
REAR XCard
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Beispiel #3
Vordere Eingänge => Vordere Ausgänge
SUB XCard
Hintere Eingänge => Hintere Ausgänge
Vorgere & Hintere Eingänge
addiert => Subwoofer Ausgänge
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Werkseinstellungen
Beispiel #4
(Werkseinstellungen)
Vordere Eingänge => Vordere & Hintere
Ausgänge
Subwoofer (L Mono)
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Eingänge => Subwoofer Ausgänge
Beispiel #5
Vordere Eingänge => Vordere & Hintere
Ausgänge
Subwoofer Eingänge => Subwoofer Ausgänge
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Beispiel #6
Vordere Eingänge => Vordere, Hintere &
SUB XCard
Subwoofer Ausgänge
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
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Leggere le seguenti istruzioni per l'installazione del prodotto. Evitare di seguire
le istruzioni potrebbe risultare pericoloso per Voi e per il vostro veicolo.
IN TRO D U ZIO N E
RF 5.3x é un amplificatore a cinque canali di cui 4 stereo ed uno
ponticellato mono che permette di realizzare un sistema con un
“singolo amplificatore” ad un prezzo competitivo. Il manuale fornisce
molte informazionisulfunzionamento e sulle caratteristiche delRF5.3x
e vi suggeriamo di conservarlo per un prossimo impiego.
Raccomandiamo inoltre di farvi installare il vostro nuovo amplificatore
da un installatore autorizzato Rockford Fosgate. Se decidete diprocedere
da soli, assicuratevi di aver letto l'intero manuale prima di procedere.
IMPIEGARE LA RETE DI SELEZIONE DEGLI INGRESSI
La rete di selezione degli ingressi permette al segnale RCA di essere
diretto alle uscite in molti modi distinti. La posizione di entrambi i
selettori stabilisce la configurazione adottata. I selettori possono
essere configurati nei modi seguenti:
Configurazione #1
(Ingresso sub mono)
Ingressi anteriori => Uscite anteriori
Ingressi posteriori => Uscite anteriori
SUB XCard
Ingressi Subwoofer (LMono) => Uscite Subwoofer
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Configurazione #2
Ingressi anteriori => Uscite anteriori
SUB XCard
Ingressi posteriori => Uscite anteriori
Ingressi Subwoofer => Uscite Subwoofer
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
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Configurazione #3
Ingressi anteriori => Uscite anteriori
Ingressi posteriori => Uscite anteriori
Ingressi anteriore &
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
posteriore sommati => Uscite Subwoofer
Configurazione
originale
Configurazione #4
(Ingresso sub mono)
Ingressi anteriori => Ingressi anteriori
& posteriori
Ingressi Subwoofer (LMono) => Uscite Subwoofer
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Configurazione #5
Ingressi anteriori => Ingressi anteriori
& posteriori
Ingressi Subwoofer => Uscite Subwoofer
SUB XCard
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
Configurazione #6
Ingressi anteriori => Ingressi anteriori,
SUB XCard
posteriori & subwoofer
FRO NT XCard
REAR XCard
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M ADE IN THE USA
This product is designed, developed and assembled in the USA by a dedicated
group of American workers. The majority of the components used in the
construction of this product are produced by American companies. However, due
to the global nature of their manufacturing facilities and the electronics parts
industry in general, some parts may be manufactured in other countries.
Rockford Fosgate
Rockford Corporation
546 South Rockford Drive
Tempe, Arizona 85281 U.S.A.
In U.S.A., (602) 967-3565
In Europe, Fax (49) 4207-801250
In Japan, Fax (81) 559-79-1265
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