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OWNER'S MANUAL 1/11600/6 600W Marine 3/4/5/6 Channel Amplifier _ - INex NG TICHNOLO4Y Thank youfor purchasing a IL Audio amplifierfor your marine sound system. Your amplifier has been designed and manufactured to exacting standards in order to ensure years ofmusical enjoyment in your vessel. For maximum performance, we highly recommend that you have your new amplifier installed by an authorizedIL Audio dealer. Your authorized dealer has the training, expertise and installation equipment to ensure optimum performancefrom this product. Should you decide to install the amplifier yourself, please take the time to read this manual thoroughly so as tofamiliarize yourself with its installation requirements and setup procedures. Ifyou have any questions regarding the instructions in this manual or any aspect ofyour amplifier's operation, please contact your authorizedIL Audio dealerfor assistance. Ifyou needfurther assistance, please call theIL Audio Technical Support Department at (954) 443-1100 during business hours. Jl EFTA_R1_02095264 EFTA02705315 PROTECT YOUR HEARING! INSTALLATION APPLICATIONS PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION We value you as a long-term customer. For This amplifier is designed for operation in It is important that you take the time to read ['IMPORTANT that reason, we urge you to practice restraint in vessels with 12 volt, negative-ground electrical this manual and that you plan out your Mounting the amplifier upside down Is the operation of this product so as not to damage systems. Use of this product in vessels with installation carefully. The following are some strongly discouraged. your hearing and that of others in your vessel. positive ground and/or voltages ocher than I2V considerations that you must take into account Studies have shown that continuous exposure to may result in damage to the product and will void when planning your installation. Safety Considerations: high sound pressure levels can lead to permanent the warranty. Your amplifier needs to be installed in a dry. (irreparable) hearing loss. This and all other This product is not certified or approved for Cooling Efficiency Considerations: well ventilated environment and in a manner high-power amplifiers are capable of producing use in aircraft. The outer shell of your II. Audio amplifier is which does not interfere with your vessel's factory such high sound pressure levels when connected Do not attempt to 'bridge' the outputs of this designed to remove heat from the amplifier installed electronic devices. You should also take to a speaker system. Please limit your continuous amplifier with the outputs of a second amplifier, circuitry. For optimum cooling performance, this the time to securely mount the amplifier using the exposure to high volume levels. including an identical one. outer shell should be exposed to as large a volume supplied screws so that it does not come loose in While driving, operate your audio system in ofair as possible. Enclosing the amplifier in a the event of a collision or a sudden jolt to the vessel. a manner that still allows you to hear necessary small, poorly ventilated chamber can lead to noises to operate your vessel safely (horns, excessive heat build-up and degraded Stupid Mistakes to Avoid: sirens, etc.). performance. If an installation calls for an • Check before drilling any holes in your vessel to enclosure around the amplifier. we recommend make sure that you will not be drilling through SERIAL NUMBER that this enclosure be ventilated with the aid the hull, a fuel tank, fuel line, wiring harness or In the event that your amplifier requires of a fan. In normal applications, fan-cooling other vital vessel system. service or is ever stolen, you will need to have is not necessary. • Do not run system wiring outside or underneath a record of the product's serial number. Please the vessel. This is an extremely dangerous take the time to enter that number in the space practice which can result in severe damage to provided below. The serial number can be found your vessel and person. on the bottom panel of the amplifier and on the • Protect all system wires from sharp edges amplifier packaging. (metal, fiberglass, etc.) by carefully routing them, tying them down and using grommets Serial Number: and loom where appropriate. • Do not mount the amplifier in the engine compartment or in any other area that will expose the amplifier circuitry to the elements. IMPORTANT While this amplifier is specially designed for marine applications, it is not waterproof Ilse* CA nil (ha • l fay e1, fail Ch. 14W Ch Its Cl14 / 110.4m. Ida WSW. Simi MEM. Fort', Means known townie lisprecr and It should not be mounted where it is loth fah Ha Wien Vkal• Wian, wee Wine, wino bon *3 a *3 111 a riot a 490 tea likely to get wet. H ales" it.liacut Swarknbad >1 Cumbrian. airlift , al Ch.rais14 ti Ccomior Mem Mori dab Ok•••••••• MO' IN A be n ssn math, 012V Pamir Paaina ll. Penh III tins int Ova,. Chareh lad Pena ,' IA ALJ0.3. r. O COSS Careala MN Nemo toe la Of 7/ Getman. WO. Sisim 0.10M (POO Sp•as %Awn 1.11 19•04•000•15 *3 M MS000 1.1 M emir IMMIOdsnolMaga• meal. r 1— — 1 — 1 — 1 1 0040U40. lee& (OO O)-00 (OOOO) OOOO OOOO lEoZor •UNCC. •••••• leo& *to eye !vs Ow I 2 I L Audio -ME00/60aner's Manual 3 EFTA_R1_02095265 EFTA02705316 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION POWER CONNECTIONS The 11. Audio M600/6 is a six-channel, 7) Securely mount the amplifier. Fkfore installing the amplifier, disconnect the The ground connection should be made using full-range audio amplifier utilizing Audio 8) Connect the positive and negative power negative (ground) wire from the vessel's battery. the same gauge wire as the power connection. NexD' ultra-high speed switching technology to wires to the amplifier. A fuse near the This will prevent accidental damage to the system. Any wires run through barriers must deliver outstanding fidelity and efficiency. amplifier is not necessary if the M600/6 is the the vessel and your body during installation. be protected with a high quality rubber The M600/6 can be operated with a wide only device being run from the fused main grommet to prevent damage to the variety of source units and system configurations. power wire. If the fused main power wire is insulation of the wire. Failure to do so shared by the M60016 and other amplifiers may result in a dangerous short circuit. TYPICAL INSTALLATION SEQUENCE or devices. fuse each amplifier/device The following represents the sequence within 12 inches (30 cm) of wire length. ['IMPORTANT for a typical amplifier installation, using via a fused distribution block or multiple Many vessels employ small (10 AWG • 6 AWG) an aftermarket source unit. Additional individual fuse blocks/on-board fuses. wire to connect the alternator's positive steps and different procedures may be 9) Connect the remote turn-on wire connection to the battery. To prevent voltage required in some applications. If you to the amplifier. drops, this wire should be upgraded to 4 AWG have any questions, please contact your 10) Connect the input cables to the amplifier. when Installing amplifier systems with main authorized IL Audio dealer for assistance. 11) Connect the speaker cables to the amplifier. fuse ratings above 60A. 12) Carefully review the amplifier's control I) Disconnect the negative battery post settings to make sure that they are set The M600/6's "+12 VDC" and "Ground" It is common for the alternator to be grounded connection and secure the disconnected cable according to the needs of the system. connections are designed to accept 4 AWG through its chassis. If the alternator is not to prevent accidental re-connection donne 13) Install the power wire fuse (50A for a power wire. 4 AWG is the required wire size for grounded through its chassis and instead employs installation. This step Is not optional. single M60016) and reconnect the negative thisamplifier. a small (10 AWG - 6 AWG) wire to connect to 2) Run 4 AWG power wire from the battery battery post terminal. Install the fuse (50A) If you are installing the M600/6 with other ground, this wire should also be upgraded to 4 location to the amplifier mounting location. near the amplifier (ifapplicable). amplifiers and wish to use a single main power AWG when installing amplifier systems with main taking care to route it in such a way that it 14)Ilan on the source unit at a low level wire. MSC 2 AWG or 1/0 AWG main power wire fuse ratings above 60A. will not be damaged and will not interfere to double-check that the amplifier is (depending on the overall current demands of all with vessel operation. Use 4 AWG or larger configured correctly. Resist the temptation the amplifiers in the system). This 2 AWG or power wire and a power distribution block if to crank it up until you have verified the I/O AWG power wire should terminate into a FUSE REQUIREMENTS additional amplifiers are being installed with control settings. fused distribution block mounted as close to It is absolutely vital that the main power the M600/6. 15) Make necessary adjustments to the input the amplifiers as possible (within 12 inches / wire(s) to the amplifier(s) in the system be 3) Connect power wire to the positive battery sensitivity controls to obtain the right 10cm of wire length). The fused output of the fused within 18 Inches (45 cm) of the positive post. Fuse the wire with an appropriate fuse overall output and the desired balance distribution block will connect to the M600/6 battery post connection. The fuse value at each block (and connectors) within 18 inches (45 in the system. Sec Appendix A (page 14) with 4 AWG power wire. 11Audio ECS power wire should be high enough for all of the cm) wire length of the positive battery post. for the recommended input sensitivity fused distribution blocks are recommended equipment being run from that power wire. If This fuse is essential to protect the vessel. Do setting method. (XD-FDBU-2 and XD-FDBU-4) only the M600/6 is being run from that power not install the fuse until the power wire has 16) Enjoy the fruits of your labor with your wire, we recommend a 50A fuse be used. been securely connected to the amplifier. favorite music. Note: Smaller AWG numbers mean bigger If fusing the amplifier near its power 4) Connect negative power wire to the negative wire and vice-versa (1/0 AWG is the largest. 2 connections (when more than one amp is being battery post. Use the same size power AWG is smaller, then 4 AWG, then 8 AWG. etc.). run from the main power wire), use a 50A fuse. wire as the wire connected to the "4.12V" MAXI' (big plastic-body) fuses connection (minimum 4 AWG). To connect the power wires to the amplifier, are recommended. 5) Run signal cables and remote turn•on wire first back out the set screw on the top of the from the source unit to the amplifier terminal block, using the supplied 2.5 mm hex mounting location. wrench. Strip t/2 inch (12 mm) of insulation from 6) Run speaker cable from the speaker systems the end of each wire and insert the bare wire into to the amplifier mounting location. the terminal block, seating it firmly so that no bare wire is exposed. While holding the wire in place. tighten the set screw firmly, taking care not to strip the head of the screw. 4 11L Avihn ME00/6 Goner's manual 5 EFTA_R1_02095286 EFTA02705317 TURN-ON LEAD INPUT SECTION The M600/6 uses a conventional +12V remote The M600/es input section allows you to send Input Voltar Rang*: turn-on lead, typically controlled by the source signals to the amplifier section through the use The M600/6's input sections are designed to unit's remote turn.on output. The amplifier will of two, four or six differential-balanced inputs. accept signal voltages from 100mV - 4V. This turn on when +12V is present at its "Remote" Input connections are via up to three pairs of will accommodate all pnamp level signals and input and turn off when +12V is switched off. If traditional RCA-type sacks. many speaker level signals. a source unit does not have a dedicated remote To use speaker-level sources, simply splice the turn-on output. the amplifier's turn.on lead can speaker output wires of the source unit onto a be connected to +12V via a switch that derives pair of RCA plugs for each input pair. (or use II. power from an ignition-switched circuit. Audio part XD-CLRA1C2-SW) No "line output The M600/6's "Remote" turn-on connector Is converter" is needed in most cases. designed to accept 18 AWG - 12 AWG wire. To If you find that the output cannot be reduced connect the remote turn-on wire to the amplifier. sufficiently with a direct speaker level signal first back out the set screw on the top of the applied to the amplifier, you may use a "line terminal block using the supplied 2.5mm hex output converter" to reduce the signal level. wrench. Strip 1/2 inch (12mm) of wire and insert the bare wire into the terminal block sating it INPUT SENSITIVITY CONTROLS firmly so that no bare wire is exposed. While The controls labeled "Input Setts." located in 7 holding the wire in the terminal, tighten the set each channel section can be used to match the screw firmly. taking care not to strip the head of source unit's output voltage to the input stage of the screw and making sure that the wire (not the insulation) is firmly gripped by the set screw. It: /OO4O,16P 1 each pair of amplifier channels for maximum clean output. Rotating the control clockwise will result in higher sensitivity (louder for a given input voltage). Rotating the control counter- If you wish to send six discrete channels into clockwise will result in lower sensitivity (quieter the M600/6, simply use all six inputs and set the for a given input voltage.) OO6 • VD( Som. *wt. "Input Mode' switch in the "6 Cl.? position. If you wish to feed all six channels by using only four channels of full-range input, set the IVII3OO/6 "Input Mode" switch in the to "4 Ch." and use only the inputs to channels 1.2.3 & 4. In this Ill mode. channels 5 & 6 will operate with a sum of the I & 3 and 2 & 4 input signals. respectively. If you wish to feed all six channels by using two channels of full-range input plus two channels of low-frequency input (subwoofer output from the source unit), first set the "Input Mode" switch to '6 Ch'. Next, it will be necessary To properly set the amplifier for maximum to split the full-range signals with y-adaptors and clean output, please refer to Appendix A (page feed these signals into the inputs to channels I & 14) in this manual. After using this procedure, 2 and 3 & 4. The dedicated subwoofer signal will you can then adjust any or all "Input Sens." be sent to channels 5 & 6. levels downward if this is required to achieve the If you wish to use only two channels of desired system balance. input to deliver signal to all six amplifier channels. set the "Input Mode" switch to "2 Do not Increase any "Input Sens." setting for Ch' and use only the inputs to channels I & any channel(s) of any amplifier In the system 2. In this mode. Channels 3 & 5 will operate beyond the maximum level established during with the channel I signal and channels 4 & the procedure outlined in Appendix A (page 14). 6 will operate with the Channel 2 signal. Doing so will result in audible distortion and possible speaker damage. 6 11L Audb-M660i6Onner's Manual 7 EFTA_R1_02095267 EFTA02705318 FILTER CONTROLS REMOTE LEVEL CONTROL (OPTIONAL) Most speakers are not designed to reproduce I) "Filter Mode' Control: The M600/6 employs a the full range of frequencies audible by the human 12dB per octave filter for each pair of channels ear. For this reason, most speaker systems are (one filter for channels l&2, another filter for p la f comprised of multiple speakers, each dedicated channels 3/361 and a third filter for channels to reproducing a specific frequency range. Filters S&6). Each of these filters can be configured are used to select which frequency range is sent independently into one of two filter types to each section of a speaker system. The division of frequency ranges to different speakers can be done with passive filters (coils and/or capacitors or defeated completely by way of the three. position "Filter Mode' switches: 'Ofr: Defeats the filter completely. allowing 017 t: 10 1 71) (07.:)(1,1 between the amplifier outputs and the speakers). the full range of frequencies present at the which are acceptable and commonly used inputs to feed the amplifier. This is useful for for filtering between mid-range speakers and systems utilizing outboard active crossovers or tweeters. Filtering between subwoofer systems requiring full rangc reproduction from one or With the addition of the optional Remote "Remote Level Mode" Switch: This switch and satellite speaker systems is best done with more of the M600/6's channel pain. Level Control (HD-RIC), you can control the allows you to assign the operation of the active filters, which cut off frequency content at "LP" (Low•Pass): Configures the filter to volume of one, two or all three channel pairs of HD-RIC to one, two or all three pairs of the input to the amplifier. Active filters are more attenuate frequencies above the selected filter the M600/6 from a location of your choosing. channels. In the "AU* position, the HD-RIC stable than passive filters and do not introduce frequency at a rate of 12dB per octave. This is This is useful for subwoofer level control, cabin knob will affect all three channel pairs equally. extraneous resistance, which can degrade useful for connection of subwookr(s) to one speaker level control, zone volume control or In the '3-61* (middle) position, only the level subwoofer performance. or more of the M600/6's channel pairs in a even as a master volume control for the entire of channels 3, 4, 5 and 6 will be affected by the The active filter built into each channel section bi-amplified system. system. HD-RLC knob (channels 1 & 2 will not). of the M600!6 can be used to eliminate potentially "HP* (High-Pass): Configures the filter to The HD-RIC connects to the jack labeled In the "5&C position. only the level of harmful and/or undesired frequencies from attenuate frequencies below the selected filter "Remote Level Control" on the Connection Panel channels 5 and 6 will be affected by the HD.RLC making their way through the amplifier sections frequency at a rate of 12dB per octave. This is of the amplifier using a standard tekphone cable knob (channels 1.2. 3 and 4 will not). to the speaker(s). This serves to improve tonal useful for connection of component speakers to (supplied with the HD-RLC). If desired, multiple balance and to avoid distortion and possible one or more of the M600/6's channel pairs in a XD (and HD) amplifiers can be controlled from speaker failure. Correct use of these filters can 14 -amplified system. a single HD-RLC controller suing a simple phone substantially increase the longevity and fidelity of line "splitter" and multiple phone cables. your audio system. 2) 'Filter Freq. (In)" The filter frequency When connected to the amplifier, the markings surrounding this rotary control HD-RIC operates as follows. At full counter- are for reference purposes and are generally clockwise rotation, the audio will mute accurate to within 1/3 octave or better. If you completely. At full clockwise rotation the level would like to select the filter cutoff frequency will be the same as If the IlD.RIC was not with a higher level of precision, consult the connected at all. In other words, it operates chart in Appendix B (page 15). strictly as a level alternator. Toning Hint: If you are using the M60O/6 to drive a subwoofer system ("LP" mode). a VIVO VW, 10 o WIND 97011 component satellite speaker system ("HP" mode) or both, 80 Hz is a good baseline "Filter Freq. war setting. After properly adjusting the 'Input Sens.; as outlined In Appendix A (page 14). you can fine tune the "Filter Freq. (Hz)* control to achieve the desired system frequency response. 8 I A AviI0-ME00/6Oanees Manual 9 EFTA_R1_02095268 EFTA02705319 SPEAKER OUTPUTS STATUS LED/ PROTECTION CIRCUITRY The M600/6's speaker outputs are designed MPORTANT There is a single multicolor LED on the top over-current condition is of a very short duration. to accept 16 AWG - 8 AWG wire. To connect the When a pair of channels are bridged, they surface of the amplifier to indicate the amplifier's This functionality can be used to diagnose a speaker wires to the amplifier, first back out the will deliver 200W x 1 into a 4 ohm load or operating status. short.cireuit by only connecting one channel at set screws on the top of the terminal block, using 150W x I Into an B ohm load. Operating a a time. The "Status LED" will turn amber when the supplied 2.5 mm hex wrench. Strip 112 inch pair of bridged channels Into a load lower you connect the channel that is experiencing the (12 mm) of insulation from the end of each wire than 4 ohms is not recommended. problem and turn the volume up. and insert the bare wire into the terminal block, seating it firmly so that no bare wire is exposed. Because a bridged pair of channels requires 5) LED off Amplifier Shuts Off Unexpectedly While holding the wire in place. tighten the set that both channels receive input, you need to The only condition that will shut down screw firmly, taking care not to strip the head of connect both left and right inputs to the source fl an undamaged M600/6 completely is if battery mip ze ze i r: the screw. unit. Connection of only one Input will result In At*wa voltage or remote turn-on voltage drops below Each pair of the M600/6's channels are designed to deliver power into speaker loads equal to or greater than 2 ohms when using a "stereo" configuration and speaker loads equal to or greater reduced power output, increased distortion and can cause the amplifier to overheat. Do not do this! ° 10 9.° E- - - - Flashing Green: amplifier is powering up. 10 volts. The 'Status LED' will turn off when this occurs. The amplifier will turn back on when voltage climbs back above 11 volts. If this is happening in your system. have your charging than 4 ohms when using a "bridged" configuration. When a pair of the M600/6's channels are udio output is muted. system and power wiring inspected. operating In bridged mode, the output will be in mono (only one channel). This mono channel 2) Constant Green: amplifier is on and For more information on troubleshooting this can contain right channel only information, functioning normally, audio output Is active. amplifier, refer to Appendix D (pages 16. 17). left channel only information or the sum of 0v11 Awe IV* eyq ( 0) the information from both the right and left channels. In order to achieve one of these options, ) Constant Red: Indicates that the mplifier has exceeded its safe operating SERVICING YOUR JL AUDIO AMPLIFIER configure the Inputs to that pair of channels In t mperature. putting the amplifier Into a If your amplifier falls or malfunctions. please one of these two ways: self-protection mode, which reduces the return it to your authorized IL Audio dealer so peak power output of the amplifier. When its that it may be sent in to II. Audio for service. I) Left Channel Only or Right Channel Only temperature returns to a safe level, the red There are no user serviceable parts or fuses inside BIMPORTANT Information: If you wish to send a kit-only light will return to green and the amplifier will the amplifier. The unique nature of the circuitry Speaker toads below 2 ohms nominal or right-only signal to a pair of the M600/6's return to full-power operating mode. in the IL Audio amplifiers requires specifically per channel (or 4 ohms bridged) are channels• use a "V-Adaptor" to split the single trained service personnel. Do not attempt not recommended and may cause the channel signal into both left and right RCA 4) Constant Amber (yellow): Indicates to service the amplifier yourself or through amplifier to initiate a protection mode inputs. This option is useful when using a that an over-current condition has occurred unauthorized repair facilities. This will not only which reduces power output. pair of the M600/es channels to drive left and is accompanied by a muting of the affected void the warranty, but may result in the creation of channel speakers only and the other pair of channel(s). Because the muting behavior may be more problems within the amplifier. BRIDGING CONSIDERATIONS the M600/6's channels to drive right channel very short in duration, it may manifest itself as Bridging is the practice of combining the speakers only. an audible. repetitive ticking noise in the output. If you have any questions about the installation or output of two amplifier channels to drive a single Over-current conditions can be caused by a setup of the amplifier not covered in this manual, load. When bridged, each channel produces 2) Left + Right Channel Information: When speaker impedance lower than the optimum load please contact your dealer or technical support. signals of equal magnitude. but opposite polarity. bridged and fed by a stereo input, a pair of the impedance range for the amplifier or a short. The combined output of the two channels h1600/6's channels will automatically combine circuit in the speaker wiring. The latter can result A. Audio Technical Support provides twice the output voltage available from a the left and right channels into a summed from a short circuit between the positive and 1954) 443-1100 single channel. The M600/6 has been designed for mono (left + right) channel. This option is negative speaker wires or between either speaker 9-.00 AM - 5:30 PM (Eastern Time Zone) bridging of its channel pain without the need for useful when using a pair of the M600/6's wire and a power wire. The "Status LED" will Monday - Friday input inversion adaptors. channels to drive a subwoofer system or a remain amber for a few seconds, even if the To bridge a pair of channels, use the "Left +" summed mono center channel. and "Right -" speaker connectors only (the "Left and "Right +" remain unused). When bridged. each channel will deliver optimum power into a 4 ohm load. 10 I it Audio WOWS °oresManua' EFTA_R1_02095269