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Phoenix Gold QX500.5 User Manual

Phoenix Gold QX500.5
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SPECIFICATIONS
9300 North Decatur Portland, OR 97203
Tel: 503.286.9300 F ax: 503.978.3380
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Variable 12dB per octave highpass crossover from 40 to 800Hz
Variable 12dB or 24dB (Front Input Only) per octave lowpass crossover from 40 to 800Hz
Adjustable 0 to +15dB Twin-T™ 45Hz bass boost
Remote Monitoring Display output connects to optional RMD voltage display
LPL Ready: optional LPL44 allows the subwoofer level to be adjusted from the dash
TAIM™ Muting circuitry for soft turn-on and turn-off
Fully complimentary output stages
Advanced overload and thermal protection circuitry
High current buss bars for all high current/high voltage stages
PWM MOSFET power supply
Gold plated high current power and speaker terminals
Gold plated signal input jacks
Unique black anodized heatsink with fly cut fins
Optional QLink/2 available for seamless installation of multiple amplifiers
FEATURES
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The QX Series Amplifiers are designed with an emphasis on exceptional power, superior sonic excellence, high performance features and
unmatched cosmetics.
Continuous Output Power at 1% THD (watts):
QX500.5
Front and Rear Channels:
Into 4 ohms @ 12.5(IASCA) /14.4 VDC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37.5/50 x 4
Into 2 ohms @ 14.4 VDC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 x 4
Bridged into 4 ohms @ 14.4 VDC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150 x 2
Sub Channel:
Into 4 ohms @ 12.5(IASCA) /14.4 VDC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150/175 x 1
Into 2 ohms @ 14.4 VDC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225 x 1
Recommended Fuse Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 x 20 amp and 1 x 40 amp ATO
Chassis Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.75L x 9.5W x 2.1H
Overall Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20.75L x 9.5W x 2.1H
Total Harmonic Distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<0.02%
Frequency Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .±1dB 20Hz to 20kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio (20Hz to 20kHz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .>100dB
Signal Input Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 millivolts to 4 volts
DC Input Voltage Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Vdc to 15.5 Vdc
Typical current draw at idle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<1.5 amps
Bass Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0 to 15dB @ 45Hz
Highpass Crossover Slopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12dB per Octave
Lowpass Crossover Slope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 or 24dB per Octave
Crossover Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 to 800Hz
Minimum Load Stability for all channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 ohms
Due to on-going continuous product development, features, specifications and availability are subject to change without notice.
QX500.5 Five Channel Amplifier
QX500.5 Five Channel Amplifier
LIMITED WARRANTY
Phoenix Gold International, Inc. (or "Phoenix Gold") warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for a limited period of time.For a period of one (1) year from date of original purchase, we will
repair or replace the electronic product, at our option, without charge for parts and labor. Customer must pay all parts, labor and shipping charges after the limited warranty period expires. The
limited warranty period for factory refurbished products expires after ninety (90) days from date of original purchase. This limited warranty applies only to purchases from authorized
Phoenix Gold Electronics/Speaker retailers.
This limited warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and is valid only to consumers in the United States. Consumers are required to provide a copy of the original sales invoice from
an authorized Phoenix Gold dealer when making a claim against this limited warranty. This limited warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials or workmanship that occur during normal
use. It does not cover failures resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, modification, service by anyone other than Phoenix
Gold, or damage that is attributable to Acts of God. It does not cover costs of transportation to Phoenix Gold or damage in transit.
This warranty will become void if the serial number identification has been wholly or partially removed, altered or erased. Repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty does not
extend the terms of this warranty.Should a product prove to be defective in workmanship or material, the consumer's sole remedies will be repair or replacement as provided under the terms of this
warranty. Under no circumstances shall Phoenix Gold be liable for loss or damage, direct, consequential or incidental, arising out of the use of or inability to use the product. There are no
express warranties other than described above.
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Phoenix Gold QX500.5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPhoenix Gold
ModelQX500.5
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

QX500.5 Amplifier Specifications

Continuous Output Power

Power output for front, rear, and sub channels at different impedances and voltage.

Recommended Fuse Size

Specifies the ATO fuse size required for the amplifier.

Dimensions

Details chassis and overall physical dimensions of the amplifier.

Audio Performance Specifications

Total Harmonic Distortion, Frequency Response, and Signal to Noise Ratio.

Input and Power Specifications

Input sensitivity, DC input voltage range, and idle current draw.

Crossover and Bass Boost Settings

Bass boost, highpass, lowpass crossover slopes and ranges.

Load Stability

Minimum load stability for all amplifier channels.

QX500.5 Amplifier Features

Variable Crossover Controls

Highpass and lowpass crossovers with adjustable frequency and slopes.

Bass Boost Functionality

Adjustable bass boost up to 15dB at 45Hz for subwoofer output.

Remote Level Control Port

LPL Ready port for optional dash-mounted subwoofer level control.

Protection and Output Stages

Muting circuitry, complimentary output stages, overload/thermal protection.

Power Supply and Terminals

PWM MOSFET power supply, high current buss bars, gold plated terminals.

Chassis and Installation Features

Unique black anodized heatsink, optional QLink/2 for multi-amp installation.

Operational Details and Connections

Status Indicators and Remote Turn-On

Description of status LEDs and the remote turn-on terminal connection.

Power and Ground Terminals

Connection instructions for battery positive and chassis ground terminals.

Speaker Outputs and Fuses

Instructions for connecting speakers and information on amplifier fuses.

Input Sensitivity Adjustment

Explanation of how to adjust input sensitivity for different headunits.

Crossover Frequency and Input Select

How to control crossover points and select input sources.

Bass EQ and LPL Port

Details on the bass boost control and the LPL remote level control port.

Hi-Level Inputs

Connection instructions for speaker-level inputs from headunits.

System Example Diagram

Front and Rear Channel Configuration

Diagram showing connection of front and rear component/coaxial speakers.

Subwoofer Channel Configuration

Diagram illustrating wiring of subwoofers for a 2-ohm load.

Crossover Frequency Setting Example

Illustration of setting crossover points to 100Hz for all channels.

Input Select Functionality

Explanation of the 'IN'/'OUT' settings for input signal selection.

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