Warranty LIMITED TWO YEAR CONSUMER WARRANTY: Directed Electronics promises to the original purchaser, to replace this product should it prove to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use, for a period of two years from the date of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the product PROVIDED the product was installed by an authorized Directed dealer. During this two year period, there will be no charge for this replacement PROVIDED the unit is returned to Directed, shipping pre-paid. If the unit is installed by anyone other than an authorized Directed dealer, the warranty period will be 1 year from date of purchase by the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the product. During this 1 year period, there will be no charge for this replacement PROVIDED the unit is returned to Directed, shipping pre-paid. This warranty is non-transferable and does not apply to any unit that has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose, and does not cover damage to the unit caused by installation or removal of the unit. This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use, neglect, improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or construction. ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY, IMPLIED WARRANTY, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND WARRANTY OF NONINFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, AND DIRECTED NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT. DIRECTED HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING ITS AUTHORIZED DEALERS OR INSTALLERS. Unit must be returned to Directed, postage pre-paid, with: consumer's name, telephone number, and address, authorized dealer's name and address, and product description. IN ORDER FOR THIS WARRANTY TO BE VALID, YOUR UNIT MUST BE SHIPPED WITH PROOF OF INSTALLATION BY AN AUTHORIZED DIRECTED DEALER. ALL UNITS RECEIVED BY DIRECTED FOR WARRANTY REPAIR WITHOUT PROOF OF DIRECTED DEALER INSTALLATION WILL BE COVERED BY THE LIMITED 1 YEAR PARTS AND LABOR WARRANTY. Note: This warranty does not cover labor costs for the removal and reinstallation of the unit. BY PURCHASING THIS PRODUCT, THE CONSUMER AGREES AND CONSENTS THAT ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN THE CONSUMER AND DIRECTED SHALL BE RESOLVED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA LAWS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA. HCCA-D1200 HCCA-D2400 HCCA-D5000 © 2006 Directed Electronics, All rights reserved. G47505.10.15 05-06 CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 What's in the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Important Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Practice Safe SoundTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Record Your Serial Number and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 End Panel Layouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 CEA Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Amplifier Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Signal Input and Output Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Input Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Phase Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Line Output Configurations (System Expansion) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Internal Crossover Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Low-Pass Crossover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 High-Pass Crossover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Fine Tuning the Crossovers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Adjusting INTELLi Q . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Infinite Baffle Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Sealed Example High-Pass Set at 20Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Sealed Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Vented Example High-Pass Set at 30Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Remote Gain Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Amplifier Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Power Connections for the HCCA-D1200, and HCCA-D2400 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Power Connections for the HCCA-D5000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Speaker Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Bridging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Amplifier Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Choosing Mounting Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Trunk Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 General Precautions and Installation Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Tools of the Trade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Step By Step Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Set Up and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Testing the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Adjusting the Sound of the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Appendix--Programmable Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 © 2006 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of Orion's HCCA-D1200, HCCA-D2400, or HCCA-D5000 power amplifier. Each Orion amplifier is designed to be the leader in its class offering the most power, advanced features, and extreme ease of use. In high-end sound systems or high SPL systems, Orion amplifiers will give you years of trouble-free performance. HCCA-D1200 - 1200 Watt single-channel Class D amplifier with built-in infrasonic filter, with INTELLi-Q, ESP2, and remote bass. The HCCA-D1200 is capable of one-channel operation with a maximum power of 1200 Watts into 1W. HCCA-D2400 - 2400 Watt single-channel Class D amplifier with built-in infrasonic filter, with INTELLi-Q, ESP2, and remote bass. The HCCA-D1200 is capable of one-channel operation with a maximum power of 2400 Watts into 1W. HCCA-D5000 - 5000 Watt single-channel Class D amplifier with built-in infrasonic filter, with INTELLi-Q, ESP2, and remote bass. The HCCA-D5000 is capable of one-channel operation with a maximum power of 5000 Watts into 1W. Each of these amplifiers has security and programmable features controlled via a ESP®-2 serial databus and Directed's proprietary Bitwriter® tool (998T). The Bitwriter® unit must have version 2.3 or above to access the amplifier features menu. The installation of all Orion components will determine the overall performance result. Improper installation will not only limit the performance of your Orion system but also potentially compromise the reliability of this amplifier. To ensure proper sonic results and component reliability, please refer to your authorized Orion dealer for installation assistance or advice. If you decide to perform the installation yourself, be sure to read the entire manual before beginning the installation. What's in the Box (1) Amplifier (1) Spare fuse(s) (1) Allen wrench 4mm (1) Allen wrench 3mm (8) #8 self-tapping black Phillips head pan head screws (4) flat washers with adhesive (1) 3' phono cable (1) 15' ESP cable (amplifier to security system cable) (1) Amplifier installation and operation manual (1) Window decal IMPORTANT NOTE Prior to servicing your vehicle ensure that the alarm system is disarmed. Due to the amplifier's anti-theft feature (if enabled), if the main power to the amplifier is removed while the security system is armed the amplifier operation is disabled. To reset the amplifier, refer to Appendix--Programmable Features. 2 © 2006 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved PRACTICE SAFE SOUNDTM Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB may cause permanent hearing loss. High power automotive sound systems can generate sound pressure levels in excess of 130dB. When playing your system at high levels, please use hearing protection and avoid long term exposure. RECORD YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE To ensure your warranty (see back cover), please record the following information regarding your new amplifier. Model: Serial Number: Purchased from: __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ Date of Purchase: __________________________________________________ END PANEL LAYOUTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 INPUT L CH LINE OUT L CH GAIN INFRASONIC HPF INTELLI-Q LPF REMOTE PHASE POWER (GREEN) ESP PORT PROTECT (RED) MASTER SLAVE MIN MAX ON OFF 20Hz 150Hz MIN MAX 30Hz 250Hz Oº 180º ESP INDICATOR (YELLOW) R CH R CH 1. 2. 3. RCA Input - accepts RCA input from a head unit, preamplifier, or equalizer. RCA Line Output - provides easy connection to additional amplifiers. Master/Slave Switch - controls whether the amplifier is a slave or master when connected in combined amplifier configurations. (Refer to the Combined Amplifiers section of this guide.) Gain Control - continuous adjustment for full power output. Infrasonic Switch - when On cuts off extremely low bass frequencies (below the range of human hearing, that speakers cannot effectively reproduce). The high pass filter is engaged when the infrasonic switch is On. This improves efficiency of the amplifier's power supply, improves sound reproductive performance, and reduces chances of damaging the subwoofers. High-Pass Frequency Control - adjusts the frequency of the high-pass crossover. INTELLi Q Control - continuously adjusts the "Q" boost of the high-pass crossover from 0 to 10dB of boost. Low-Pass Frequency Control - adjusts the upper crossover frequency of the amplifier. Remote Bass Input - connects optional HP-RB1 remote bass control to control the bass level from the driver's seat. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. © 2006 Directed Electronics, all rights reserved 3 10. Phase Control Switch - provides either 0 or 180 degree phase shift of the amplified output (speaker) with respect to the input signal to facilitate bridging of amplifiers. 11. Power LED - when illuminated (green) indicates that the amplifier is on. Protect LED - when illuminated (red) indicates that the amplifier protective circuitry has been activated due to thermal, output short, supply undervoltage or supply overvoltage. ESP® Indicator LED - when ...