Introduction; What'S In The Box; Listen Carefully; Internal Bridging - Polk Audio PA D2000.2 El Manual Del Propietario

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INTrOduCTION

Thank you for your purchase of a Polk Audio PA D Series amplifier . Each PA D Series amplifier is designed
to be the leader in its class offering the most power, advanced features, and extreme ease of use . In high-end
sound systems or high SPL systems, PA D Series amplifiers will give you years of trouble-free performance .
• PA d2000.2—250W x 2 RMS @ 2 Ohms; 125W x 2 RMS @ 4 Ohms; 500W x 1 RMS Bridged @ 4 Ohms .
Note: Improper installation will not only limit the performance of your Polk Audio PA D Series amplifier but also
potentially compromise the reliability of this amplifier . To ensure proper sonic results and component reliability,
please refer to your authorized dealer for installation assistance or advice . If you decide to perform the installation
yourself, be sure to read the entire manual before beginning the installation (see Installation Guidelines on page 8) .
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WHAT'S IN THE BOX

• Polk Audio Amplifier
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• Phillips Screws (4)
• Online Registration Card
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Important Note: If anything is missing or damaged, or if your Polk Audio PA D Series amplifier fails
to operate, notify your dealer immediately . We recommend keeping your original carton and packing
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materials in case you need to ship the unit in the future .
WArNINg: LISTEN CArEFuLLy
Polk Audio amplifiers, loudspeakers and subwoofers are capable of playing at extremely high volume levels,
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which could cause serious or permanent hearing damage . Polk Audio accepts no liability for hearing loss,
bodily injury or property damage resulting from the misuse of its products . Keep these guidelines in mind
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and always use your own good judgment when controlling volume . For more about safe volume levels,
go to: www .osha .gov/dts/osta/otm/noise/standards_more .html
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INTErNAL BrIdgINg

Terminals that can be used in bridging mode are identified by the black boxes above each terminal .
In the PA D2000 .2, the two black boxes work together to create an internally bridged hookup .
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• Terminal Block Adaptor
• Owner's Manual
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TOOLS OF THE TrAdE

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Listed next are the majority of the tools required to perform an installation .
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Having the proper tools will make the installation that much easier .
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• Phillips head screwdriver • Solderless, crimp-on connectors and a crimping tool
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• Electric drill and 3/16" and 1/8" drill bits • Safety glasses
• Permanent ink marker or pencil 4b 5b • DMM or VOM
• Safety glasses • Nylon tie straps
• Wire strippers and cutters • Wire crimper
• Electrical tape • Grommets for passing wires through metal car walls

ENd PANEL LAyOuTS

PA d2000.2 Line Level Inputs/Outputs/Controls
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LPF
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FREQ x 1
HPF LPF
BPF
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50Hz 500Hz
FREQ x 10
1. Status LEds (on top of amplifier): Power and Protection—Power will illuminate to indicate
the amplifier is on and operating normally; protection will illuminate if the amplifier shuts down
due to short circuit, DC offset, or overheating detected by onboard protection circuitry .
2. HPF, FuLL, BPF Switch—Selects full range, high pass filter, or band-pass filter . The HPF setting
attenuates low frequencies and is used with mid-range speakers and tweeters . The FULL setting
does not attenuate any frequencies and is for full range speaker systems . The BPF setting allows
you to use both the high pass filter and low pass filter, and it is for use with mid-range drivers .
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3. (a) Low-Pass Frequency Button—Sets the frequency of the crossover at a range of either
50Hz - 500Hz or, when FREQ x 10 is engaged, to 500Hz - 5000Hz .
(b) LPF Variable Control—Adjusts the low pass filter frequency to attenuate frequencies
above the setting on the control .
4. (a) High-Pass Frequency Button—Sets the frequency of the crossover at a range
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of either 20Hz - 400Hz or, when FREQ x 10 is engaged, to 200Hz - 4000Hz .
(b) HPF Variable Control—Adjusts the high pass filter frequency to attenuate frequencies
below the setting on the control .
5. Level Control—Adjusts the gain of the left and right channels to match the output
voltage from your head unit .
6. Line Level Inputs—Accepts line level input from a head unit, preamplifier or, equalizer .
7. Line Level Outputs—Provides a full range signal for easy connection to additional amplifiers .
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FREQ x 1 FREQ x 1
FREQ x 10 FREQ x 10
FULL FULL LPF HPF LEVEL
BPF HPF 4CH ST BPF HPF
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50Hz 500Hz 20Hz 400Hz 6V 200mV
CHANNEL
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MODE
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INPUT OUTPUT
HPF
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HPF LEVEL
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20Hz 400Hz 6V 200mV
FREQ x 10
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