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Legacy LA590 - User Manual

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Summary

Specifications

LA190 Features and Controls

Speaker Terminals

Gold-plated terminals for high conductivity and easy wiring in tight situations.

Fuse

Protects the amplifier and the vehicle's electrical system from short circuits.

Power Supply Terminals

Terminals for connecting the main power supply to the amplifier.

High Level Input (Low Impedance)

Connects speaker outputs from head units without RCA outputs.

Low Level Input (High Impedance)

Gold-plated RCA jacks for connecting to head unit RCA outputs.

Input Level Control

Adjusts the amplifier's input level to match the head unit's output.

Power LED Indicator

Indicates that the amplifier is powered on when the remote system is active.

LA290 Features and Controls

Speaker Terminals

Gold-plated terminals for high conductivity and easy wiring in tight situations.

Fuse

Protects the amplifier and the vehicle's electrical system from short circuits.

Power Supply Terminals

Terminals for connecting the main power supply to the amplifier.

High Level Input (Low Impedance)

Connects speaker outputs from head units without RCA outputs.

Low Level Input (High Impedance)

Gold-plated RCA jacks for connecting to head unit RCA outputs.

Input Level Control

Adjusts the amplifier's input level to match the head unit's output.

Power LED Indicator

Indicates that the amplifier is powered on when the remote system is active.

LA490;590;790;1490;1990 Features and Controls

Input Level Control

Adjusts the amplifier's input level to match the head unit's output.

Crossover Mode Switch

Selects full range, high-pass filter (HPF), or low-pass filter (LPF).

Bass Boost Control

Increases the bass signal level sent to the speakers.

Low Pass Control

Adjusts crossover frequency from 35 Hz to 350 Hz for subwoofers.

High Pass Control

Adjusts crossover frequency from 80 Hz to 2.5 kHz for tweeters.

High Level Input (Low Impedance)

Connects speaker outputs from head units without RCA outputs.

Low Level Input (High Impedance)

Gold-plated RCA jacks for connecting to head unit RCA outputs.

Power LED Indicator

Indicates that the amplifier is powered on when the remote system is active.

Protection LED Indicator

Illuminates if protection circuitry is activated due to overload or thermal issues.

Remote Bass Boost

Connection point for the optional remote bass boost control wire.

LA690;890 Features and Controls

Input Level Control

Adjusts the amplifier's input level to match the head unit's output.

Crossover Mode Switch

Selects full range, high-pass filter (HPF), or low-pass filter (LPF).

Bass Boost Control

Increases the bass signal level sent to the speakers.

Low Pass Control

Adjusts crossover frequency from 35 Hz to 350 Hz for subwoofers.

High Pass Control

Adjusts crossover frequency from 80 Hz to 2.5 kHz for tweeters.

High Level Input (Low Impedance)

Connects speaker outputs from head units without RCA outputs.

Low Level Input (High Impedance)

Gold-plated RCA jacks for connecting to head unit RCA outputs.

Power LED Indicator

Indicates that the amplifier is powered on when the remote system is active.

Protection LED Indicator

Illuminates if protection circuitry is activated due to overload or thermal issues.

Remote Bass Boost

Connection point for the optional remote bass boost control wire.

Electrical Wiring and Installation

Making Power Connections

Step-by-step guide for connecting power supply, ground, and remote turn-on wires.

Installation Precautions

Safety guidelines and important considerations before and during amplifier installation.

Setting Up and Turning On Your New Amplifier

Procedures for initial setup, including adjusting level controls and checking for noise.

2 CH Stereo Input Connections

Low Level Stereo Input Connection

How to connect audio sources using RCA cables to the amplifier's low-level inputs.

High Level Stereo Input Connection

Connecting audio sources without RCA outputs using speaker-level inputs.

4 CH Stereo Input Connections

Low Level 4 CH Stereo Input

Connecting 4-channel audio sources via RCA cables to the amplifier's low-level inputs.

High Level 4 CH Stereo Input

Connecting 4-channel audio sources via speaker-level inputs using a wiring harness.

Bridged Input Connections

Bridged Input Connection (2 CH AMPS)

Connecting a 2-channel audio source for bridged mono operation on 2-channel amplifiers.

4 CH Bridged Input (4 CH AMPS)

Connecting a 2-channel audio source for bridged mono operation on 4-channel amplifiers.

Speaker Connections

Basic Stereo Speaker Output

Standard wiring for connecting stereo speakers to 2-channel amplifiers.

Basic 4 CH Speaker Output

Standard wiring for connecting front and rear speakers to 4-channel amplifiers.

Bridged Mono Speaker Output

Connecting a single speaker for bridged mono operation on 2-channel amplifiers.

2 CH Mono-Bridged Speaker Output

Connecting speakers for bridged mono operation on 4-channel amplifiers.

2 CH Stereo plus Mono-Subwoofer Output

Wiring for stereo speaker output and mono subwoofer output on 4-channel amplifiers.

Troubleshooting

Amplifier Not Powering Up

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues where the amplifier fails to turn on.

High Hiss or Engine Noise

Identifying and eliminating noise interference, such as alternator whine, from speakers.

Protection LED Activation

Understanding why the protection LED illuminates and how to reset the amplifier.

Amplifier Overheating

Diagnosing causes of excessive amplifier heat and ensuring proper ventilation.

Distorted Sound

Troubleshooting steps for audio distortion, including level and crossover settings.

High Squeal Noise

Identifying and resolving high-pitched squeal noise, often caused by RCA connections.

Warranty and Support

Manufacturers Limited Two Year Warranty

Details of the warranty coverage, limitations, and return procedure for repairs.

Technical Support Hotline

Contact information for obtaining technical assistance and product support.

Legacy LA590 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLegacy
ModelLA590
CategoryCar Amplifier
LanguageEnglish

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