4 Wiring Instructions.................................................................... 4 Typical System Wiring Diagram...............................................6 Operating Instructions...........................................................7-9 Warranty...................................................................................11 PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT - READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY 1. This unit does not contain a power amplifier and must be used with a compatible external amplifier. The output of this unit is not designed for, HELP! and is not capable of driving speakers directly. 2. The input of this unit operates at a low level (120 mV to 4.0 V) and 1-800-645-4994 must be connected to the low-level (pre-amp level) outputs of the car Monday - Friday 8:30am - 7:00pm Eastern stereo. Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm Eastern CAUTION: DO NOT attempt to directly connect the speaker level outputs of the car stereo to this unit or damage to the car stereo and/or equalizer may result. 3. This unit is designed for 12V dc negative-ground electrical systems, only. SPECIFICATIONS: Pre-Amplifier Input Level: 0.12V to 4.0V Cut/Boost: +/-12dB Input Impedance: 10K Ohms Subwoofer Level Control: -6dB to +10dB Frequency Response: 10Hz to 30kHz, +1dB Crossover Subwoofer Output: 50Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, THD: 0.03% 120Hz Channel Separation: Greater than 82dB Slope: 18dB/Octave Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Greater than 92dB Rear Output: 80Hz,100Hz, 150Hz, Maximum Output: 7.5V rms FULL Equalizer Frequencies: 40Hz, 150Hz, 400Hz, Slope: 12dB/Octave 2kHz, 10kHz Front Output: 100Hz,150Hz, 200Hz, FULL Slope: 12dB/Octave -3 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES The PEQ-200 should be easily accessible to the operator, and is intended for in-dash (if a location is available), console, or under-dash mounting as shown. To install the unit, proceed as follows: 1. Carefully choose a favorable mounting location prior to wiring the unit. Before deciding on the mounting location, consider these points: a. Will the unit be accessible for easy operation while driving? b. Is it a good solid mounting surface? c. How will the wiring be routed to reach the unit? d. Will it obstruct or interfere with passengers or other controls? 2. After choosing the location, position the mounting bracket and mark the location of the four screws on the surface, two at each end. EXISTING CAR 3. Remove the bracket and drill a 3/32" hole at the four locations. CAUTION: Do not use any screws other than those provided with this unit. Use of longer screws may short-circuit or damage internal components of the unit. 4. Place the bracket in position and secure it to the mounting surface using the four self-tapping screws,flat washers and lockwashers provided. 5. Attach the PEQ-200 to the mounting bracket using two machine screws through the bracket into each side of the unit. Since the mounting bracket holes are elongated vertically, the unit can be secured in a tilted fashion to enhance control accessibility. -4 MOUNTING BRACKET PEQ-200 CROSSOVER/EQUALIZER Under-Dash Installation RADIO PEQ-200 CROSSOVER/EQUALIZER Typical In-Dash Installation WIRING INSTRUCTIONS The wiring of your crossover equalizer will depend on the system and speakers you are using but will either be a 2-way (bass and midrange/high) or 3-way (bass, midrange and high) application using 2 or 4 channels of input from the car stereo. The following pages illustrate the input and output wiring for these types. Please refer to the appropriate diagram for the system configuration you are using. The power connections for this unit are accomplished using the supplied modular 4-pin connector wiring harness (item 18). The wiring harness contains three color-coded wires. Connecting these wires should not be overly difficult if the following guidlines are adhered to: (See the installation diagram.) 1. Power Connection (Red wire) Pull the source unit (radio, amplifier, etc.) out from the dash far enough until the wires are exposed at the rear of the unit. Using a digital voltmeter, find a constant +12Vdc lead for the radio, and splice into this wire. Splice or solder the red wire from the wiring harness and connect it inline with the +12Vdc wire using a barrel connector of appropriate size. 2. Ground Connection (Black wire) Locate the ground wire supplied to the source unit and splice into it. Take the black wire from the wiring harness and connect it in line with the ground wire by splicing and or soldering. NOTE: If ground wire to the source is not available, you will need to find your own grounding point. Locate a metal area close to the PEQ-200 that provides a good ground point (preferably the floor). Eliminate unwanted paint and other contaminants using a wire brush or sandpaper. Terminate the black wire using the correct size of ring terminal and attach it to the bare metal. Spread Silicone over the screw and bare metal to prevent rust and corrosion. 3. Remote Turn-On Connection (Orange wire) The PEQ-200 is turned on by applying +...