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Legacy LA490 - User Manual

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Summary

Specifications

LA190 Features and Controls

Speaker Terminals

14K Gold plated terminals for high conductivity and minimum impedance loss.

Fuse

Protects the amplifier and automobile electrical system from short circuit conditions.

Power Supply Terminals

Terminals for connecting the power supply to the amplifier.

High Level Input

Connect speaker output from the head unit if no RCA output jacks are available.

Low Level Input

Gold-plated RCA input jacks for connecting RCA outputs from your head unit.

Input Level Control

Matches the head unit output to the amplifier; reduce if distortion is present.

Power LED Indicator

Illuminated when the REMOTE ON system is turned on.

LA290 Features and Controls

Speaker Terminals

14K Gold plated terminals for high conductivity and minimum impedance loss.

Fuse

Protects the amplifier and automobile electrical system from short circuit conditions.

Power Supply Terminals

Terminals for connecting the power supply to the amplifier.

High Level Input

Connect speaker output from the head unit if no RCA output jacks are available.

Low Level Input

Gold-plated RCA input jacks for connecting RCA outputs from your head unit.

Input Level Control

Matches the head unit output to the amplifier; reduce if distortion is present.

Power LED Indicator

Illuminated when the REMOTE ON system is turned on.

LA490;590;700;1490;1990 Features and Controls

Speaker Terminals

14K Gold plated terminals for high conductivity and minimum impedance loss.

Fuse

Protects the amplifier and automobile electrical system from short circuit conditions.

Power Supply Terminals

Terminals for connecting the power supply to the amplifier.

Input Level Control

Matches the head unit output to the amplifier; reduce if distortion is present.

Crossover Mode Switch

Sets the amplifier mode for full range, HPF, or LPF operation.

Bass Boost Control

Increases the bass signal level sent to the speakers.

Low Pass Control

Adjusts crossover frequency (35 Hz to 350 Hz) for subwoofers.

High Pass Control

Adjusts crossover frequency (80 Hz to 2.5 kHz) for tweeters.

High Level Input

Connect speaker output from the head unit if no RCA output jacks are available.

Low Level Input

Gold-plated RCA input jacks for connecting RCA outputs from your head unit.

Power LED Indicator

Illuminated when the REMOTE ON system is turned on.

Protection LED Indicator

Indicates amplifier protection mode due to overload, short circuit, or thermal issues.

Remote Bass Boost

Connection point for the remote bass boost control wire.

LA690;890 Features and Controls

Speaker Terminals

14K Gold plated terminals for high conductivity and minimum impedance loss.

Fuse

Protects the amplifier and automobile electrical system from short circuit conditions.

Power Supply Terminals

Terminals for connecting the power supply to the amplifier.

Input Level Control

Matches the head unit output to the amplifier; reduce if distortion is present.

Crossover Mode Switch

Sets the amplifier mode for full range, HPF, or LPF operation.

Bass Boost Control

Increases the bass signal level sent to the speakers.

Low Pass Control

Adjusts crossover frequency (35 Hz to 350 Hz) for subwoofers.

High Pass Control

Adjusts crossover frequency (80 Hz to 2.5 kHz) for tweeters.

High Level Input

Connect speaker output from the head unit if no RCA output jacks are available.

Low Level Input

Gold-plated RCA input jacks for connecting RCA outputs from your head unit.

Power LED Indicator

Illuminated when the REMOTE ON system is turned on.

Protection LED Indicator

Indicates amplifier protection mode due to overload, short circuit, or thermal issues.

Remote Bass Boost

Connection point for the remote bass boost control wire.

Electrical Wiring and Installation

Making Power Connections

Details on connecting +12V, Ground, and REMOTE terminals to the vehicle's power system.

Installation Precautions

Safety guidelines for installing the amplifier, avoiding damage and ensuring proper airflow.

Setting Up and Turning On

Steps for adjusting amplifier level controls to match head unit output and minimize noise.

Input Connections

Low Level Stereo Input Connection

Connecting a 2-channel head unit using RCA audio outputs.

High Level Stereo Input Connection

Connecting a head unit using speaker outputs via wiring harness.

4 Channel Input Connections

Low Level 4 CH Stereo Input from 2 CH Audio Source

Connecting a 2-channel head unit to a 4-channel amplifier using Y-adapters.

Low Level 4 CH Stereo Input from 4 CH Audio Source

Connecting a 4-channel head unit to a 4-channel amplifier using RCA outputs.

High Level 4 Channel Input Connections

High Level 4 CH Stereo Input from 4 CH Audio Source

Connecting a 4-channel head unit using speaker outputs via wiring harness.

Bridged Input Connections

Bridged Input Connection

Connecting a head unit to a 2-channel amplifier in bridged mode.

4 CH Bridged Input from 2 CH Audio Source

Connecting a 2-channel head unit to a 4-channel amplifier in bridged mode.

Speaker Connections

Basic Stereo Output

Connecting speakers to the amplifier in basic stereo mode.

Basic 4 CH Output

Connecting speakers to the amplifier for 4-channel output.

Mono-Bridged Speaker Connections

Bridged Mono Output

Connecting a single speaker to a 2-channel amplifier in bridged mono mode.

2 CH Mono-Bridged Output

Connecting speakers to a 4-channel amplifier in 2-channel bridged mono mode.

Troubleshooting

Amplifier will not power up

Checks for power, ground, fuses, and protection LED status.

High hiss or engine noise

Diagnosing and eliminating noise from inputs, connections, and signal levels.

Protection LED comes on

Troubleshooting speaker shorts, volume levels, and amplifier faults.

Amplifier(s) gets very hot

Checking speaker impedance, shorts, and airflow for overheating issues.

Distorted sound

Adjusting level controls, crossover frequencies, and checking for speaker shorts.

High squeal noise from speakers

Identifying and resolving squeal noise, often caused by poorly-grounded RCA cords.

Warranty Information

Manufacturers Limited Two Year Warranty

Details on warranty coverage, exclusions, and service return instructions.

For Your Protection

Instructions for mailing the Product Registration Card for safety notifications.

Technical Support Hotline

Contact information for technical assistance regarding product questions.

Legacy LA490 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLegacy
ModelLA490
CategoryCar Amplifier
LanguageEnglish

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