Ap 400
Ap 400
RECOMMENDATION
A power amplifier's performance is only as good as its installation. Proper installation will
maximize the systems over all performance. It is recommended that you have our product
installed by an authorized Profile retailer. However, if you decide to install it yourself,
please carefully read through this manual and take your time to do a quality installation.
WARNING!
Exposure to high power sound system can cause hearing loss or damage.
Listening to your system at loud levels while driving, will impair your ability to
hear traffic sounds and emergency vehicles. Use common sense when listening
to your system.
Serial # Model #
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Run signal wires away from electrical wires
To avoid possibility of induced noise from the car's electrical system (i.e. popping noises or
engine noise), run wires away from the car's electrical wiring.
Make all ground wires as short as possible and at the same point.
In order to reduce the chance of ground loops (i.e. engine noise), make the grounding wire as
short as possible to reduce the wire's resistance. Also, when using multiple components, make
sure all units are grounded at the same point.
Bass Boost
For added low frequency performance the amplifiers are equipped with a variable 0~12 dB
bass boost @ 45Hz.
Treble Boost
For added high frequency performance two 4 channel amplifier models, AP740 & AP1040,
are equipped with a variable 0~12 dB treble boost @ 8k Hz on channels 1 & 2.
Subsonic Filter
Models AP2000, AP700M, and AP1000M are equipped with a variable 20~50 Hz subsonic
filter. This filter avoids the reproduction of inaudible low frequencies on the amplifier
which could damage the subwoofers because they can generate over-displacement of the
subwoofer cone.
Phase Control
Mono subwoofer amplifier models, AP700M and AP1000M, are equipped with a continuously
adjustable phase lag control on the subwoofer(s) from 0 to 180 degrees.
This control helps to align the phase shift of a subwoofer for a smooth blending.
Remote Turn-on
Automatically turns amplifier on when connected to the head unit's remote output. The
amplifier will turn on and off with the head unit to save current consumption. This control also
operates the reset circuit for the amplifier's protection. It must be connected with the head
unit in order to reset protection circuits.
Impedance Stability
. with a 2 ohm or greater impedance load
For 2 and 4 channel amplifiers, the amp is stable
under stereo mode and 4 ohm or greater impedance load under bridged (mono) mode.
For mono subwoofer amplifiers (AP700M & AP1000M), the amp is stable with a 2 ohm or
greater impedance load.
Fuse(s)
This protects the amplifier against short circuits and excessive current.
Thermal Protection
To protect the amplifier circuitry against damage caused by prolonged exposure to high
temperatures, a thermal protection circuit is activated if the amplifier reaches excessively
high operating temperature. Once the thermal circuit is activated, the amplifier will shut
down to cool off. The Amplifier will automatically turn back on once it cools down to a safe
operating temperature.
Protection Indicator
This red diagnostic LED on the side panel indicates that the amplifier has gone into protection.
Once on, the amplifier will have no output. To resume normal operation, turn head unit off and
back on again. If the amplifier immediately goes back into protection, check for high
temperature, short circuits or low impedance.
Fuse
CAR BATTERY
+12V
IMPORTANT! Before making any connections, disconnect the car's battery until
the installation is completed to avoid possible damage to the electrical system.
At times, the amplifier will need to draw large levels of current that cannot be provided by any
circuit in the car's fuse box. We recommended using a 4 to 10 gauge power wire (red) for
your connections depending on the amplifier size and length of the wire. Strip one end of the
wire to connect to the terminal on the amplifier marked B+. Loosen screw terminal and connect
bare wire and tighten. Use caution to make sure no stray wire strands come in contact with
surrounding terminals causing short circuits. Run the wire directly to the positive terminal of
the car's battery. Make sure to use an in-line fuse within 12" of the car's battery to protect
the electrical system and amplifier against short circuits and/or power surges.
For the ground connection, use a 4-10 gauge wire (black) to connect to the terminal marked
GND and then connect it to the car's chassis. Try to keep the length of the cable as short as
possible, preferably less than 6". Also make sure that the point on the car where the
connection is to be made is free of paint and dirt.
This connection allows the amplifier to be turned on and off with the power control of the
radio. If the radio has a REMOTE output wire, connect it to the amplifier's terminal
marked REM (using a 16 gauge wire or heavier). Now when the radio is turned on, the amplifier
will automatically turn on. This connection can also be made to the radio's Power Antenna wire.
Select the location in which you wish to mount the amplifier. Use caution when mounting
the amplifier. There are many wires, gas lines, vacuum lines, brake lines as well as a gas tank
in the automobile. Make sure you know where they are when mounting the amplifier to avoid
puncturing lines, shorting wires or drilling holes in the gas tank. Once you are ready, use a
pencil to mark the mounting holes in the bottom panel. After you have marked the locations of
the holes move amplifier out of the way and drill small starter holes to make the tapping
screws easier to install. Use provided screws to tighten down the amplifier.
Crossover
Treble
AP740 Line In Gain Boost Low Pass
90
Hi Pass
150
Line Out
CH 1 CH 3 CH1/2 CH1/2 CH 3
CH 2 CH 4 CH3/4 CH3/4 CH 4
0 12
M in Max Bass Boost 50 250 80 1 .2 k
Left
Min Max 20 50 0 12
Right
Treble
AP740 Line In Gain Boost
FOUR CHANNEL SIGNAL CONNECTIONS CH 1 CH 3 CH1/2
(RADIO WITH FRONT AND REAR OUTPUTS) Min Max 0 12
CH 2 CH 4 CH3/4
0 12
Min Max Bass Boost
Treble
AP740 Line In Gain Boost
FRONT REAR
CH 1 CH 3 C H 1/ 2
Min Max 0 12
CH 2 CH 4 CH3/4
Mi n Max
0
Bass Boost
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FOUR CHANNEL SIGNAL CONNECTIONS
(RADIO WITH ONLY ONE SET OF RCA'S)
Note: Use this adapter only when the radio does not provide low level RCA outputs.
Bass
AP2000 Line In Gain Subsonic
30
Boost
Left
Min Max 20 50 0 12
Right
Green
Left +
Red White
Left -
Green/Black
White
Right +
Right -
White/Black
Adapter Provided
Treble
AP740 Line In Gain Boost
CH 1 CH 3 CH1/2
Min Max 0 12
CH 2 CH 4 CH3/4
0 12
Min Max Bass Boost
Green
Left +
White Red Red White Left -
Green/Black
White
Rear
Right +
Right -
White/Black
Green
Left +
Left -
Green/Black
White Front
Right +
Right -
White/Black
Two Adapters Provided ( AP740 & AP1040 )
As with any audio component, proper phasing of the amplifier and speakers is essential for
strong bass response. When connecting, make sure that positive (+) from the amplifier is
connected to the positive (+) of the speaker, and the same for negative (-).
Fuse
Speaker
Output
4 Ohm Speaker
4 Ohm Speakers
(2 Ohm Minimum)
(2 Ohm Minimum)
C H1 C H2
GND REM B+
Fuse CH3 CH4 Bridged
Speaker CH1 CH2
Power Output
Bridged
Prot ect ion
C H 3 CH 4
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Please note: In order for the amplifier to sum left and right signal information, both left and
right RCA connections must be made.
**CAUTION! In the bridged mode, the amplifier must see a 4 Ohm load or higher.
Any lower than 4 Ohms will cause internal damage to the amplifier!
Fuse
4 Ohm Speaker
(Minimum)
C H1 C H2
GND REM B+
Fuse CH3 CH4 Bridged
40A
Speaker CH1 CH2
Power Output
Bridged
Prot ect ion
C H 3 CH 4
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These connections are more complicated because they require the use of passive crossover
networks (Not provided) to divide the frequencies to the speakers. We have included a sample
diagram for 4 Ohm connections. If you wish to use multiple speakers to achieve a lower
impedance and higher power, it is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice
from your Profile retailer before attempting to make these connections.
Please Note: In the Tri-mode configuration, the amplifier's built-in crossover must be set to
"FULL"(OFF) position.
Fuse
100 ¹F
Left
Mid / Tweeter
4 Ohm
(2 Ohm Minimum) 100 ¹F
Right
L E G E N D
Mid / Tweeter
4 Ohm
NON-POLAR INDUCTOR (2 Ohm Minimum)
CAPACITOR (COIL)
Mono Woofer
8 Ohm
(4 Ohm Minimum)
CAUTION! In Tri- mode operation, the amplifier must see a 2 Ohm load or higher for the
stereo satellites and no lower than 4 Ohms for the subwoofer(s).
Any lower than the above mentioned impedance will cause internal damage
to the amplifier.
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The California amplifiers are equipped with a built-in variable crossover network allowing you
to select the crossover type, " Low-Pass" or "High-Pass".
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To properly set the gain, start by setting the gain to its minimum position and turn the
main radio volume up to 3/4 of maximum volume control. Then slowly raise the amp gain
control until the system gets loud but before the point of distortion. It is very important
when making these adjustments that you do not over drive the speakers that may be
permanently damaged. The gain control should be adjusted very slowly. It may help to
have another person assist you by adjusting the gain control while you listen for distortion.
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Before you can properly address the problem, you must first find the component that is
causing the problem. This will take patience and a process of elimination.
No Output
Blown fuse Replace
Bad RCA Cable(s) Replace
+12V at power terminal Check connection
+12V at remote terminal Check connection
Grounding point clean and tight Check for ground w/meter
Head Unit's fader not in center position Set to center position
Low Output
Engine Noise
Grounding points are clean and tight Check for ground w/meter
Ground all components at same point Ground at same point
Try different grounding point Change for better ground
Bad RCA cable(s) Replace
Use High Quality shielded RCA cables Rejects inducted noise
Low Vehicle charging system and/or battery Fix and/or replace
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AP700M AP1000M
Max Power Output @ 4 Ohm 1 x 450W 1 x 650W
RMS Power Output @ 4 Ohm 1 x 220W 1 x 310W
Max Power Output @ 2 Ohm 1 x 700W 1 x 1000W
RMS Power Output @ 2 Ohm 1 x 350W 1 x 500W
MOSFET Power Supply Yes Yes
THD @ RMS Power <0.05% <0.05%
Frequency Response 20Hz ~ 250Hz 20Hz ~ 250Hz
Signal To Noise >103dB >103dB
Stereo Separation 83dB 83dB
Pre-Amp Output Yes Yes
RCA Input Voltage 200mV ~ 8V 200mV ~ 8V
RCA Input Impedance 20K Ohms 20K Ohms
Hi/Low Level Converter (Male RCA) Yes Yes
Load Impedance 2 ~ 8 Ohms 2 ~ 8 Ohms
Crossover Type (12dB/Octave) LP LP
Crossover Frequency (Variable) 50Hz ~ 250Hz 50Hz ~ 250Hz
Bass Boost @ 45Hz (Variable) 0dB ~ 12dB 0dB ~ 12dB
Bass Level Remote Control (16.4 Ft.) Yes Yes
Subsonic Filter (12dB/Octave) 20Hz ~ 50Hz 20Hz ~ 50Hz
Phase Control (Variable) 0 ~ 180 0 ~ 180
Damping Factor 300 300
Power Terminal Size 4 Gauge 4 Gauge
Speaker Terminal Size 6 Gauge 6 Gauge
Fuse Value (ATC/ATO Type) 2 x 20A 2 x 30A
Amp Dimensions (H x W x L) 2" x 10 1/4" x 11 5/16" 2" x 10 1/4" x 13 5/8"
Due to continuing product improvements, specifications subject to change without notice.
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Profile Consumer Electronics, Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of One (1) Year from the date of sale to the
original consumer purchaser. If this product is proven to be defective within this one
year period, Profile will repair it when said product is returned, with a copy of the
dated sales receipt, freight prepaid to Profile.
This warranty is valid only in the United States. This warranty does not cover any
expense incurred in the removal and/or re-installation of this product. This warranty
does not cover any Profile product damaged by accident, misuse, abuse, improper line
voltage, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of God. This warranty is void if any parts
and/or service is/are furnished by anyone other than Profile. This warranty is void if
the factory applied serial number is altered or removed from the product.
This warranty does not cover cartons, cases, batteries, broken or marred cabinets,
magnetic tapes, or any other accessories used in connection with this product or
consequential damages due to a defect in the product.
Any implied warranties, including fitness for use and merchantability, are limited in
duration to the period of the express warranty set forth above. No person is
authorized to assume for Profile any other liability in connection with the sale of the
product. Profile expressly disclaims liability for incidental and consequential
damages that might be caused by this product. The remedies provided under this
warranty are exclusive and lieu of all others.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary
from state to state or province to province. Some states or provinces do not allow
limitation on how long warranties last, so the above may not apply to you. Additionally,
some states/provinces do not allow the exclusion to limitation of consequential or
incidental damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
* In the space below, record the model number that is located on the back of the unit
along with the purchase date and location.
RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT ALONG WITH THIS CARD. IT IS YOUR ONLY
VALID DOCUMENT TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE.
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