Optimus XL-200 User Manual

XL-200 Bridgeable Amplifier
(120-2016) Features Faxback Doc. # 44449
Your Optimus XL-200 High Power 2/1 Channel Bridgeable Amplifier produces a
total of 200 watts to give added punch and power to your vehicle's existing
autosound system.
The amplifier produces up to 100 watts per channel of clean, powerful sound
at all audio frequencies with minimum distortion. You can connect your
autosound system's low-level or speaker-level outputs to this amplifier.
Its features include:
14K Gold-Plated Noise-Isolated Low-Level Input Jacks - let you connect low-
level (preamplifier) signal inputs to match your
autosound system's output for the best high-fidelity
performance.
14K Gold-Plated Speaker Terminals - designed for low impedance, high
conductivity, and minimum corrosion, to provide
the highest signal transfer and lowest sound
distortion.
Input Level Control - lets you adjust the level of the audio signals that
enter the amplifier.
Automatic Power Switching - can automatically turn the amplifier on or off
when you turn your autosound system on or off
depending on how you hook up the amplifier).
Bridging Capability - lets you combine the amplifier's two 100-watt
channels
so you can use the amplifier with only one channel
that produces a total of 200 watts.
Mute Turn On Circuit - eliminates the thump you hear when you turn on some
amplifiers.
Power Indicator - lights when power is supplied to the amplifier.
Protection Indicator - lights if the amplifier shuts itself down.
Crossover Frequency Circuit - lets you adjust the crossover frequency from
45-400 Hz. This lets you set up the

Optimus XL-200 Specifications

General

Brand	Optimus
Model	XL-200
Category	Amplifier
Language	English

Summary

Features

14K Gold-Plated Noise-Isolated Low-Level Input Jacks

Connects low-level (preamplifier) signal inputs for high-fidelity performance.

14K Gold-Plated Speaker Terminals

Designed for low impedance, high conductivity, and minimum corrosion for signal transfer.

Input Level Control

Adjusts the level of audio signals entering the amplifier.

Automatic Power Switching

Automatically turns the amplifier on or off with the autosound system.

Bridging Capability

Combines two 100-watt channels into one 200-watt channel.

Mute Turn On Circuit

Eliminates the thump sound when turning the amplifier on.

Power Indicator

Illuminates when power is supplied to the amplifier.

Protection Indicator

Lights up if the amplifier shuts itself down.

Crossover Frequency Circuit

Allows adjustment of the crossover frequency from 45-400 Hz for subwoofer setup.

Preparation

Supplied Hardware

Lists all items included with the amplifier for installation.

Before You Begin the Installation

Advises reading instructions and understanding vehicle systems before installation.

Choosing a Mounting Location

Provides guidance on selecting a suitable and safe place to mount the amplifier.

Preparing the Mounting Area

Routing Cables and Wires

Installation Order

Connecting Ground and Switched/Primary Power

Connections

Low-Level Inputs

Explains how to connect the amplifier using low-level audio outputs from the autosound system.

High-Level (Speaker Wire) Inputs

Details connecting the amplifier using speaker-level outputs from the autosound system.

Connecting Speakers

Connecting Two Speakers (Unbridged Connection)

Instructs on connecting a pair of speakers for stereo output.

Connecting a Subwoofer (Bridged Connection)

Completing the Installation

Mounting the Amplifier

Operation

Turning On the Amplifier

Explains the automatic power-on sequence and the POWER indicator.

Adjusting the Audio Level

Details how to set the amplifier's input level for optimal performance.

Adjusting Frequency Crossover

Care and Maintenance

The FCC Wants You to Know

Informs users about potential TV/radio interference and how to identify/mitigate it.

Replacing a Fuse

Provides instructions for replacing the amplifier's internal and external fuses.

Specifications