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Orion Xtreme Series - User Manual

Orion Xtreme Series
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XTREME
SERIES
POWER
AMPLIFIERS
INSTALLATION
MANUAL
TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
DESCRIPTION
&
FEATURES
2-3
SYSTEM
PLANNING
4-TO
SETTING
SIGNAL
JUNIPERS
11-16
INSTALLATION
17-25
SYSTEM
ADJUSTMENTS
26
TROUBLESHOOTING
27
SPECIFICATIONS
28
WARRANTY
INFORMATION
29
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Orion Xtreme Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandOrion
ModelXtreme Series
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to Orion XTR Series Amplifiers

Description and Features of Orion XTR Amplifiers

PRS MOSFET Power Supply

A regulated power supply for improved sound quality and amplifier damping.

Two Built-in Module Slots

Two slots for system flexibility, accepting crossover or signal processor modules.

Input Signal Routing and Summing

Signal can be routed via DIN or RCA, with options for internal crossover or full range output.

Gain Stage Bypass

Allows bypassing internal gain stage for master/slave control or better S/N ratio.

Removable Top Panel Access

Provides easy access to crossover ports and signal jumpers for module changes.

Large Quick Disconnect Connectors

Connectors for larger wire gauge, simplifying installation and improving performance.

High Efficiency Heat Sink Design

Machined aluminum heat sink for efficient cooling and component longevity.

Mixed;Mono Operation

Configuration for stereo speakers and bridged mono woofer using passive crossovers.

Parallel DIN and RCA Inputs;Outputs

Connectors for linking amplifiers or using with previous ORION components.

Military Spec. Circuit Boards

Reinforced boards with nickel plating for enhanced reliability and durability.

15 Volt Phantom Power Supply

On-board power for external processors, eliminating grounding issues.

Complimentary Bi-Polar Matched Outputs

Matched outputs for reduced distortion, improved sound quality, and thermal stability.

No (Audio) Current Limiting

Allows higher power output at lower impedance loads without protection activation.

System Planning and Configurations

System #1 Full Range Operation

One amplifier drives full range speakers; factory configured with 2Ω stereo impedance.

System #2 Bridged Low-Pass

Bridged mono for woofer with 12 dB/octave low-pass filter; 4Ω bridged mono impedance.

System #3 Mixed-Mono

Mixed-mono for woofer and stereo for speakers, requires correct passive crossovers.

System #4 Bi-amplified

Bi-amplified system with master bridged mono and slave high-pass stereo operation.

System #5 Audiophile Bi-amplified

Bypasses high-frequency amp gain for better S/N ratio; 2Ω stereo, 4Ω bridged mono.

System #6 Multiple Amps for Woofers

Master/slave for woofers, 4Ω bridged mono, slaves bypassed for tuning and S/N.

System #7 Tri-Amped

Tri-amp system with master summed mono low-pass, slave 1 bandpass, slave 2 high-pass.

Setting Signal Jumpers and Configurations

Factory Setting

Default configuration uses RCA inputs, AUX parallel, DIN AUX disabled, gain stage enabled.

Default Signal Jumper Configuration

RCA AUX paralleled to RCA inputs, DIN inputs paralleled, DIN AUX disabled, gain stage enabled.

Other Input;Output Options

RCA AUX can be full range or filtered through internal modules.

Activating Filters on AUX RCAs

Left/Right AUX RCAs filtered through internal modules and gain stage.

Activating Summed Mono Operation

Single jumper sums amplifier output; left/right inputs are internally summed.

Amplifier Configuration Diagram

Crossover Configuration Using Modules

Slots configured in series for 12dB/octave filters (high/low-pass, bandpass); 24dB/octave possible.

Installation Procedures and Precautions

General Installation Precautions

Pick a ventilated location, mount flat, avoid tight spaces, and ensure air movement.

Amplifier Wiring and Connections

Power Connections

Details on using 8 gauge wire for power and ground, fuse placement, and battery connections.

Power and Speaker Connections

Explains power/ground via 8 ga connector and speaker connections via 12 ga connector.

Stereo Wiring

Describes wiring for stereo operation, noting the lowest recommended impedance is 2Ω.

Bridging Amplifiers

Combining left/right channels for single channel amplification, doubling output capability for mono or mixed-mono.

Mono Mode 1 Channel Wiring

Using right negative and left positive outputs for mono, caution on impedance and input summing.

Mixed-Mono Wiring

Woofer in mono, speakers in stereo; requires correct passive crossovers and frequency non-overlap.

Inputs and Outputs Configuration

RCA Inputs and Outputs Configuration

Details RCA signal input range, main inputs, AUX programmability, and max RCA output.

DIN Inputs, Outputs, and Phantom Power

DIN signal range, AUX programmability, max DIN output, and 15V phantom power supply.

System Adjustments

System Adjustment Without Accessories

Steps for adjusting gain with no accessories like equalizers or crossovers.

System Adjustment With Accessories

Steps for adjusting gain when using accessories like equalizers or crossovers.

Troubleshooting Guide

Specifications

Warranty and Service Information

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