User manual AUDIOBAHN ACAP100Q

[. . . ] Our global manufacturing facilities feature ISO9002 ratings (the highest level of quality control awarded in the electronics manufacturing industry), fully robotic assembly lines and a state of the art, California based R & D laboratory. Due to overwhelming response from our competitors, and our goal to participate in even more events this year, we created *"TEAM AUDIOBAHN. " This organization is designed to create a support network along with shirts and perks for team members. "TEAM AUDIOBAHN" is not only for the diehard competitor, but also for anyone that loves car audio as much as we do. With four levels of play, one is right for you to get started in the Audiobahn family. [. . . ] call (714) 988-0400 or e-mail us at sales@audiobahninc. com. WARNING Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100 dB may cause permanent hearing loss. High powered autosound systems may produce sound pressure levels well over 135dB. Use common sense. If after reading this manual, you still have questions regarding your product, we recommend that you see your nearest Audiobahn Dealer. If you need further assistance, feel free to call us at (800)488-8595 and ask for the Technical Department. Be sure to have the model number, date of purchase, and invoice number available when you call. Record this in the space provided below along with the date of purchase. It is a good idea to keep your receipt with this, as you will need it in the case of a warranty repair or exchange. Model Number:___________________ Date of Purchase: _____________________ 3 Specifications MODEL: ACAP100Q 1 FARAD DIGITAL CAPACITOR WITH BANK WITH BLUE DIGITAL VOLTAGE DISPLAY, POSITIVE / NEGATIVE POLE CONNECTING BLOCK Capacitance--------------------------------------------------------------------1, 000, 000 micro farad (1 Farad) Working Voltage---------------------------------------------------------------24V DC Surge Voltage------------------------------------------------------------------30V DC E. S. R. (Equivalent Series Resistance)----------------------------------0. 0012 ohm @ 120Hz / 25 C Capacitance Tolerance------------------------------------------------------+/- 5% Capacitor Introduction When installed properly, your new stiffening capacitor will provide years of dependable service. The most significant benefit is the capacitors ability to improve bass performance in your sound system. This is possible due to the voltage stabilizing effects of the capacitor. When an audio system needs to deliver an instantaneous bass peak, the vehicle's electrical system often cannot provide enough power. This means that the system voltage drops substantially to a point that the amplifiers are unable to produce their rated power. When an amplifier clips, it will cause distortion and can cause amplifier and / or speaker damage. Stiffening capacitors are able to store large amounts of energy in preparation of these bass peaks. When a bass peak occurs, the stiffening capacitor delivers power to supplement the system voltage and prevent amplifier clipping. This retains amplifier output power, thus improving bass response and increases amplifier and speaker life span. Another beneficial effect of capacitors is their ability to filter the current produced by the vehicle's alternator. This alternator current, can cause noise (alternator whine) in the audio system. A capacitor will help reduce or eliminate this "alternator whine" and popping. We recommend using 1 farad of capacitance for every 1000 watts of amplifier output. [. . . ] The +12V DC power wire must be fused at the battery positive terminal connection. Before making or breaking power connections at the system power terminals, disconnect the +12V wire at the battery end. Confirm your radio/head unit and/or other equiptment is turned off while connecting the input jacks and speaker terminals. If you need to replace the power fuse, replace it only with a fuse identical to that supplied with the system. [. . . ]