Focal FPS 1500 Car Subwoofer AmpManual d'instruccions de lifier

1. Introducció

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Focal FPS 1500 Class D Symmetric Car Subwoofer Amplifier. Please read this manual thoroughly before attempting installation or operation to ensure proper use and to prevent damage to the unit or your vehicle's audio system. Retain this manual for future reference.

2. Informació de seguretat

Observeu sempre les següents precaucions de seguretat durant la instal·lació i el funcionament:

• Desconnecteu el terminal negatiu de la bateria del vehicle abans de començar qualsevol treball elèctric.
• Assegureu-vos que tot el cablejat estigui correctament aïllat per evitar curtcircuits.
• Muntar el amplifier securely in a dry, well-ventilated location, away from heat sources and direct sunlight.
• Use appropriate wire gauges as specified in this manual to prevent overheating and ensure optimal performance.
• No opereu el ampel salvador si està malmès o funciona malament. Demaneu assistència professional.
• Eviteu exposar el amphumitat o temperatures extremes.

3. Producte acabatview

The Focal FPS 1500 is a high-performance mono subwoofer amplifier designed to deliver powerful and precise bass. It features a Class D design for efficiency and includes various controls for fine-tuning your audio system.

Figura 1: Frontal view of the Focal FPS 1500 ampvidador, espectacleasing its robust heatsink design and Focal branding.

Característiques principals:

• Mono subwoofer amplifier with 800 watts RMS x 1 at 1 ohm (CEA-2006 compliant).
• Classe D amplifier design for high efficiency.
• Thermostat-controlled, progressive-speed cooling fan.
• Dynamic soft clipping protection for speakers.
• Variable low-pass filters (50-500 Hz, 12 dB/octave).
• Switchable subsonic filter (20 Hz, 24 dB/octave).
• Variable bass boost (0-9 dB at 45 Hz).
• Phase switch for optimal subwoofer integration.
• Preamp inputs and remote level control capability.

4. Connexions i Controls

Familiarize yourself with the input and output terminals, as well as the control panel, before proceeding with installation.

Figura 2: posterior view of the Focal FPS 1500 amplifier, showing power terminals, RCA inputs, crossover controls, and speaker outputs.

Funcions del tauler de control:

• Power Terminals (GND, REM, +12V): Connections for ground, remote turn-on, and 12V power supply.
• Fuses (40A x 2): Integrated fuses for circuit protection.
• Entrades (RCA): Low-level audio signal inputs from your head unit or processor.
• Subsonic Filter Switch: Activates a 20 Hz, 24 dB/octave high-pass filter to protect subwoofers from ultra-low frequencies.
• Interruptor X-OVER: Selects between Low-Pass or Direct (full range) operation. For subwoofers, set to Low-Pass.
• Control de guany: Ajusta la sensibilitat d'entrada perquè coincideixi amb la sortida de la unitat principal.
• Low-Pass Filter (50-500 Hz): Estableix el límit de freqüència superior per a ampsortida del lifier.
• Bass Boost (0-9 dB at 45 Hz): Provides an adjustable boost at 45 Hz for enhanced bass impact.
• Phase Switch (0/180 degrees): Adjusts the output phase to match other speakers in the system, improving bass integration.
• Port de control de nivell remot: Connects to an optional wired remote for convenient bass level adjustment.
• Sortides dels altaveus: Terminals for connecting your subwoofer(s).

5. Configuració i instal·lació

Una instal·lació correcta és crucial per al rendiment i la longevitat del vostre ampinstal·lador. Si no esteu segurs de cap dels passos a seguir, consulteu un instal·lador professional.

5.1 Muntatge del Ampmés viu

• Choose a mounting location that is dry, well-ventilated, and protected from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
• Assegureu-vos d'espai suficient al voltant de amplifier for proper airflow, especially around the heatsink fins.
• Assegureu-vos el amplifier firmly to a solid surface using appropriate screws and mounting hardware. Avoid mounting on carpet or other materials that could obstruct cooling.

5.2 Connexions de cablejat

Use high-quality wiring for all connections. 4-gauge power and ground leads are recommended for the FPS 1500.

1. Cable d'alimentació (+12V): Run a 4-gauge power wire directly from the positive terminal of the vehicle's battery to the +12V terminal on the amplifier. Install an appropriate fuse holder (not supplied) within 18 inches (45 cm) of the battery.
2. Cable de terra (GND): Connect a 4-gauge ground wire from the GND terminal on the ampl'adaptador a una superfície metàl·lica neta i sense pintar del xassís del vehicle. Assegureu-vos que la connexió sigui sòlida i de baixa resistència.
3. Cable d'encesa remota (REM): Connect a remote turn-on wire (typically 18-gauge) from the remote output of your head unit to the REM terminal on the amplificador. Aquest cable fa que el ampengegueu i apagueu l'activador amb la unitat principal.
4. Cables d'entrada RCA: Connect high-quality RCA cables from the subwoofer pre-out of your head unit to the RCA input jacks on the ampmés viu.
5. Cables de l’altaveu: Connecteu el(s) subwoofer(s) als terminals de sortida de l'altaveu del amplifier. Ensure correct polarity (+ to + and - to -). Refer to your subwoofer's specifications for impedance matching. The FPS 1500 is stable down to 1 ohm.

6. Instruccions de funcionament

Once all connections are made and verified, you can power on your system and adjust the ampConfiguració del lifier.

6.1 Engegada inicial

• Torneu a connectar el terminal negatiu de la bateria del vehicle.
• Engegueu la unitat principal. El ampEl lificador s'hauria d'encendre, cosa que indica el LED d'engegada.
• Comença amb el ampcontrol de guany del lificador ajustat al mínim.

6.2 Ajustar la configuració

1. Control de guany: Play a familiar piece of music with a strong bass presence. Slowly increase the gain control on the amplifier until you hear distortion, then back it off slightly. This matches the ampla sensibilitat d'entrada del lificador a la sortida de la unitat principal.
2. Filtre de pas baix: Set the low-pass filter frequency to blend smoothly with your main speakers. A common starting point is 80-100 Hz, but this may vary depending on your system.
3. Filtre subsònic: If your subwoofer is ported or you are experiencing excessive cone excursion at very low frequencies, engage the subsonic filter (20 Hz). This protects the subwoofer from playing frequencies below its safe operating range.
4. Intensificació dels sons més greus: Use the bass boost sparingly. Excessive bass boost can lead to distortion and potential damage. Adjust to your preference, ensuring the sound remains clean.
5. Interruptor de fase: Experiment with the 0 and 180-degree phase settings. Choose the setting that provides the most impactful and coherent bass response from your listening position.

The FPS 1500 features Dynamic Soft Clipping, which helps protect your speakers from distortion by gently limiting the output when the amplifier is driven beyond its clean power capabilities.

7. Manteniment

The Focal FPS 1500 amplifier requires minimal maintenance.

• Mantenir el ampMantingueu el llifador net i sense pols. Feu servir un drap suau i sec per netejar-lo.
• Ensure the cooling fins are not obstructed to allow for proper heat dissipation.
• Comproveu periòdicament totes les connexions del cablejat per verificar si estan ben ajustades i si hi ha corrosió.
• No utilitzeu productes químics agressius ni netejadors abrasius a la ampmés viu.

8. Solució De Problemes

Si teniu problemes amb el vostre amplifier, refer to the following table before contacting technical support.

9. Especificacions

10. Garantia i Suport

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the documentation included with your purchase or visit the official Focal weblloc web. Conserveu el comprovant de compra per a reclamacions de garantia.