P203&

P205Multi-Channel

Power Amplifiers

OWNERS MANUAL ANDINSTALLATION GUIDE

T E C H N 0 L 0 G I E S

CONGRA TULA TIONS / HERZL ICHENGLikKWLJNSCH!!

You now awn a Soundstream Amplifier, handcrafted in the USA, it is the result of a uniquedesign and engineering philosophy.

To maximize the performance of your system, we recommend that you thoroughly acquaintyourself with its capabilities and features. Please retain this manual and your ?.ales andinstallation receipts for future refewvx.

Soundstream amplifiers are manufactured with the highest quality control standards. Whenproperly installed, they will provide you with many years of listening pleasure. Please recordthe following information which will help protect your investment should your amplifier everneed replacement or service

Sie sind j&t stoker Besitzer einer SOUNDSTREAM Endstufe.Urn die optimale Leistung der Endstufe ausnutzen zu kijnnen. sollten Sie sich mit denverschiedenen EinStell-MOglich)(eiten vertraut machen. Bitte heben Sk diese Anleitung undlhren K&b&g gut auf.

Soundstream Verstarker we&n unter strengsten Quatitatskontrollen in den USAhandgefertigt. Bei fachgerechtem Einbau werden Sk Ober Jahre hinweg viel SpaR mitdiesem Produkt haben. Fiir den Fall. da!3 lhre Endstufe trotzdem einmal repariert oderersetzt werden muR, heben Sie bitte folgende Informationen auf:

Serial #/Seriennummer #

Deal&s NamelH?mdlername

Date of Purchase/Kaufdatum

Installation Shop/Einbau bei

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CAUTION!: Prolonged listening at high /eve/s may result in hearing loss. Even though‘your new Soundstream amplifier sounds better than anything you’ve everbeard, exercise caution to prevent hearing damage.

ACHTUNG!Langes H&en bei hoher Lautstarke fiihrt zu Hdrschaden Auch wenn IhrS o u n d s t r e a m Verstarker selbst bei diesen Lautstarken nochhetvorragend klingt, so//ten Sie lhre Horgewohnheiten hierauf einrichten,urn dauerhafte Hdrschaden zu vermeiden.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (INHALT

ENGI ISHP203 Diagram ............................................................. 4 - 5

P205 Diagram ........................................................ 6 - 7

Wiring & Wiring Diagram ....... .. ................................ 8 - 9

Protection Circuitry & Troubleshooting ................. ........ 10

Service ............................. .. ..,..,.,..,..,....,.., ..................... 11

Specifications .. ..,..,.,.., .................................................... 11

Sample Systems ................. . ...................................... 18 - 21

DEUTCHP203 Diagramm ............. ., ....................................... 12 13

P205 Diagramm ...................................................... 14 - 15

Anschluk-Diagramm.. .............................................. 16 - 17

Schutzschaltung & Fehlerbehebung ............................ 18

Service.. ................................................. ....................... 19

Technische Daten ,, ., ........................................... 19

Beispielanlage.. ............... .... ..,...., ............................... . 18 - 21

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E O F C O N T E N T S (INHALTTABL

ENGLISHP203 Diagram ............................................................. 4 5

P205 Diagram ............................................................ 6 - 7

Wiring & Wiring Diagram ............................................. 8 - 9

Protection Circuitry & Troubleshooting .......................... 10

Service ........................................................................... 11

Specifications.. ............................................................... 11

Sample Systems ........................................................... 18 - 21

DEUTCHP203 Diagramm ...................................................... 12 - 13

P205 Diagramm ...................................................... 14 - 15

AnschluR-Diagramm.. .............................................. 16 - 17

Schutzschaltung & Fehlerbehebung.. ............................. 18

Service.. ......................................................................... 19

Technische Daten .......................................................... 19

Beispielanlage ............................................................... 18 - 21

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P203 - 3 Channel Amplifier

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+12V Connected to fuse or circuit breaker, then battery’s positive post.Ground Main ground connection. Bolt to a clean chassis ground in thevehicle.Remote - Remote turn-on input from the head unit. Accepts +12V.Speaker Output Connections-Channels 1 8 2.Speaker Output Connections Sub Channels.Crossover Adjustment Pot - Crossover frequency setting for thesubwoofer low pass filter.Input Level Variable from 40mV to 2.5V-Subwoofer Channel.Crossover Switch Select “IN” to use the amplifier’s internal high passfilter, or “OUT” to bypass the internal crossover.Crossover Adjustment Pot-Crossover frequency setting for the channels1 & 2 high pass filter.

12. LED Indicates amplifier power on.

Input Level -Variable from IOOmV to 2.5V-Channels 1 & 2.Inputs - Right and left channel inputs for channels 1 & 2 and the subwoofer.

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Kev to Callouts+12V - Connected to fuse or circuit breaker, then battery’s positive post.Ground Main ground connection. Bolt to a clean chassis ground in thevehicle.Remote Remote turn-on input from the head unit. Accepts +12V.Speaker Output Connections Channels 1 & 2.Speaker Output Connections Sub Channels.Speaker Output Connections Channels 3 & 4.Inputs Right and left channel inputs for channels 1 8 2.Crossover Adjustment Pot - Crossover frequency setting for the channels1 8 2 high pass filter.Subwoofer Crossover Switch Select “IN” to use theamplifier’s internal low pass filter, or uOUT” to use an external crossover.Crossover Adjustment Pot Crossover frequency setting for thesubwoofer low pass filter.LED Indicates amplifier power on.Crossover Adjustment Pot - Crossover frequency setting for the channels3 8 4 high pass filter. inputs Right and left channel inputs for channels 1& 2 and the subwoofer.Channels 3 & 4 input Select - Switches to allow all channels to be drivenfrom 2 (CH 1 & 2) or 4 RCA inputsinputs Right and left channel inputs for channels 3 8 4.Channels 1 8 2 Crossover Switch - Select “IN” to use the amplifier’sinternal high pass filter. or ‘“OUT” to bypass the internal crossover.Input Level -Variable from 100mV to 2.5V-Channels 1 & 2.Input Level - Variable from 40mV to 2.5V-Subwoofer Channel.Input Level -Variable from IOOmV to XV-Channels 3 & 4.Channels 3 & 4 Crossover Switch - Select “IN” to use the amplifier’sinternal high pass filter, or “OUT” bypass the internal crossover.

POWER AND GROUNDTo assure maximum output from your amplifier, use high quality, low-loss powerand ground cables. Soundstream amplifiers incorporate gold-plated barrierstrips for maximum power transfer and protection from corrosion. The screwterminals back out for use with spade & ring terminals. Determine from the chartbelow the minimum gauge power and ground wire for your application.

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CIRCUIT BREAKERS/FUSES

EXTERNALLike all audio components, the Soundstream amplifiers must be fused near thebattery A fuse or circuit breaker must be located within 18” of the battery Thiswill prevent a fire in the event of a shorted cable. See the chart below todetermine the value of your battery Fuse/circuit breaker.

INTERNALThe Soundstream amplifiers are fused internally with automotive-type fuses.The fuse is accessible on the left side of the amplifier. Never replace the fuseswith a higher value than what is supplied. T/~is may reso/f in amplifierdamage and will void the warrantyt

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Ampl i f ier Fuses ! Battery Fuse/Circuit Breaker

P203 (1) 30 amp automotive 40 amp

P205 (2) 20 amp automotive 50 amp

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REMOTE TURN-ONConnect the “Remote” to the turn-on lead from the source unit. When +12 voltsis received, the amplifier will turn on.

SIGNAL CABLETo guarantee optimum performance, use a high-quality cable that will be easyto install and has minimal signal loss.

SPEAKER CABLEUse a high quality, flexible, multi-strand cable for best performance andlongevity.

WIRING DIAGRAM

PROTECTION CIRCUITRY

Your Soundstream amplifier is protected against both overheating and shortcircuits by means of the following circuits:

l Main power supply fuses.l Speaker output protection.l A fail-safe thermal prelection circuit activating at WC.

NOTE: lfyou experience blown main power supply fuses, DO NOT ;ncreaseVB/U?S beyond the otig;nal values! Do;ng so will void your warranty and maydamage your amplifier.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

No sound and LED is not lit

Repeatedly blown amp fuse,frequent activation of ThermalProtection Circuit

CAUSE

. no power or ground at amp

. no remote turn-on signall blown fuse “ear battery. blown amp power supply fuse

m check speaker configuration-impedance may be less than 2ohms stereo or 4 ohms mono

. speaker or leads may be shorted

l verify adequate amplifierventilation

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SERVICE

Your Soundstream amplifier is protected by a limited warranty. Please read theenclosed warranty card.

SPECIFICATIONS

POWER OUTPUT

MODEL

P203

P205

Power Power4 ohms 2 ohms

35wx2+ 5owx2+7Owxl 1oowx1

35wx4+ 5owx4+7Owxl 1oowx1

THD < 0.1%

Signal to Noise >90d!3

Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 0.5 dB

Stereo Separation >90dB

Damping > 200

Input Sensitivity 100 mV - 2.5 V

Input impedance 12 k ohms

CROSSOVER SPECIFICATIONSHigh Pass: 12 dB/octave, 60 - 240 HzLow Pass: 24 dB/octave. 30 120 Hz

DIMENSIONSP203: 12” W x 5.5” D x 1.75” HP205: 15” W x 5.5” D x 1.75” H

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