Sound Qubed Q1-4500 - User Manual

Owner’s Manual
Q1-750
Q1-1200.2
Q1-2200.2
Q1-4500
Q2-200
Q4-90
Q4-120
HIGH PERFORMANCE AMPLIFIER

Summary

Introduction

Design Features

Digital Monoblock Output Power

Digital Monoblock Input Endpanel

Digital Monoblock Output Endpanel

Ground Connection

Connects to vehicle's negative or ground cables using 4~0 gauge cable.

Power Connection

Connects to the battery's positive terminal (+12V) using 4~0 gauge wire.

Remote Connection

Connects to switched +12V from the head unit via a trigger cable.

Class AB Multi-Channel Specifications

Class AB Multi-Channel Input Endpanel

Class AB Multi-Channel Output Endpanel

Ground Connection

Connects to the vehicle's negative or ground cables using 4 gauge cable.

Remote Connection

Connects to switched +12V from the head unit via a trigger cable.

Power Connection

Connects to the battery's positive terminal (+12V) using 4 gauge wire.

Fuse Protection

Fuses protect the amplifiers from electrical damages. Typically 40A x 2.

Speaker Outputs

Connects amplifier to speakers. Minimum 12 gauge cable, 2ohm stereo or 4ohm mono.

Power, Ground, Remote Connection

Installation

Installation Steps

Read owner's manual carefully before self-installation or consult authorized distributors.

Mounting Preparation

Disconnect battery negative cable, check battery/alternator grounds, consider cooling and safety.

Mounting Location

Choose a dry, ventilated location with good heatsink fin orientation and airflow, avoiding hazards.

Digital Monoblock Linkable Connections

Input Connection

Connects master amp to headunit, sets switches, and links RCA jacks to slave amp.

Output Connection

Connects speaker cables from master and slave amps to subwoofer, ensuring correct impedance.

Q2-200 Speaker Connection Diagram

1-Channel Speaker Connection

Diagram showing speaker connection for Q2-200 in 1-channel mode.

2-Channel Speaker Connection

Diagram showing speaker connection for Q2-200 in 2-channel mode.

3-Channel Speaker Connection

Diagram showing speaker connection for Q2-200 in 3-channel mode.

Q4-90 & Q4-120 Speaker Connection Diagram

2-Channel Speaker Connection

Diagram showing speaker connection for Q4-90/Q4-120 in 2-channel mode.

3-Channel Speaker Connection

Diagram showing speaker connection for Q4-90/Q4-120 in 3-channel mode.

4-Channel Speaker Connection

Diagram showing speaker connection for Q4-90/Q4-120 in 4-channel mode.

5-Channel Speaker Connection

Diagram showing speaker connection for Q4-90/Q4-120 in 5-channel mode.

Trouble Shooting Tips

No Sound (No Output)

Check connections, fuses, and speaker functionality for no audio output issues.

Protection Mode

Troubleshoot overload, overheat, speaker short, DC offset, and voltage protection triggers.

Noise Problems

Address input levels, speaker quality, ground contacts, RCA jacks, and engine noise.

Poor Bass Response

Check speaker cables and ensure correct polarity for bass response issues.

Sound Qubed Q1-4500 Specifications

General

Input Sensitivity	6V - 0.2V
Subsonic Filter	10 Hz - 50 Hz
Low Pass Filter	35 Hz - 250 Hz
Amplifier Class	D
Operating Voltage	9V - 16V
RMS Power at 1 Ohm	4500W
RMS Power at 4 Ohms	1500W
Bass Boost	0 - 12dB
Phase Shift	0° - 180°