SounDigital 3000.1 EVOX2 Owner's Manual
YOUR MUSIC. YOUR POWER.
Introduction
Congratulations on acquiring a product with the highest quality and technology! You have just purchased a SounDigital product of the highest technology and quality, so we thank you for your confidence. SounDigital products are made with raw materials of the highest quality standards, and the most modern processes, equipment and technology are used in their production. On this manual you will learn about the product, its features and characteristics, in order to obtain the best result and to be able to enjoy your music with SounDigital quality and power. To better understand and take advantage of all the functions of the product and use it safely, read this manual carefully. If you have any questions, consult our support by email info@soundigitalusa.com.
Package Contents
- 01 3000.1 EVOX2 Amplifier
- 01 Installation quick guide with warranty card
- 01 Allen wrench 2.0mm
- 01 Allen wrench 2.5mm
- 01 Allen wrench 3.0mm
- 01 Promotional sticker
Safety Instructions
To prevent injuries to the user or damage to the amplifier, read all safety instructions written on this manual.
If you are insecure about the installation of this equipment, get in touch with our tech support or with a professional specialized in car audio installation.
Before proceeding with the installation of any electric equipment on your vehicle, unplug the negative (-) terminal of the battery to avoid fires, injuries or damages.
Use your sound system safely. The continuous exposure to sound pressures over 85dB may cause irreversible hearing damage.
This equipment is for use in automotive DC voltage batteries between 12.6 and 14.4 volts. Before installing the equipment, check voltage of the batteries.
Do not install the amplifier in places exposed to water, dirt or humidity.
Choose a ventilated place to install the amplifier and avoid blocking the side ventilation windows.
Mount the amplifier in a secure way. Avoid mounting it on metallic parts of the vehicle, because it may cause ground looping (noise).
Make sure that the location chosen for the amplifier installation does not affect the operation of the vehicle.
When passing cables through metallic walls, use rubber O-rings to avoid cable cutting and short-circuits.
Clean the amplifier periodically with a brush or dry cloth to assure the thermal efficiency of the heatsink.
This product may reach temperatures over 60°C/140°F. Make sure it is cold before touching it.
Be careful when making holes in the vehicle. Make sure you are not making holes in the fuel tank, brake lines or electrical cables of the vehicle.
Make sure the cables are properly secured throughout the installation.
Wear gloves, safety glasses, and all necessary PPE during the installation of SounDigital amplifiers.
[Warning Icon] THIS "WARNING" SIGN ALERTS THE USER OF IMPORTANT INFO. NOT FOLLOWING THIS INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE INJURIES TO THE USER OR DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.
Technologies
Dynamic Thermal Management - DTM®
The DTM® is a dynamic thermal recovery system which always maintains a high efficiency of the amplifier by accelerating the thermal exchange of electronic components with the heatsink.
* Patent. Required
Ultra Compact PCB
An intelligent layout, with great use of the PCB area and the use of modern components with reduced structure guarantee SounDigital products a compact design, at the same time robust and with excellent thermal efficiency.
Robust Construction
Thinking about the application of power sports, the product has an extremely robust assembly. Both the fixing points and the layout of the PCB were designed to withstand high vibrations, bumps, and impacts.
I-Power Supply
SounDigital amplifiers are known for their low consumption of battery, and this feature was improved on the EVOX2 Line. The new I-POWER SUPPLY is even more modern, which replaces the old toroidal transformers by a new generation of "E-E" core transformers. It delivers efficiency above 90%*, ensuring more hours of sound without battery recharge.
*Efficiency measured at power supply only
Vibration Absorption Device - VAD®
Our VAD® Technology reduces all impact caused by vibration on the electronic circuit board. This can include road vibration and even vibration caused by sound waves, increasing the reliability of our amplifiers.
Reduced Size
The technology used in our amplifiers brings both high performance and power in a compact chassis, providing flexible installation solutions for vehicles with limited space.
Full Range
Versatile products that cover the entire audible frequency range, any type of loudspeaker or music program.
Assembling and Disassembling the Plastic Cover
The plastic covers have the function of finishing and hiding the amplifier fixing screws. To disassemble and assemble them, follow the instructions below.
Disassembling of the Plastic Cover
- Carefully pull out the top of the plastic cover to release the upside latches, as shown in picture 1.
- Slide up the plastic cover in a continuous movement to remove it.
*Merely illustrative images.
Assembling the Plastic Cover
- To fit the plastic cover back, carefully insert point A of the plastic cover into point B of the amplifier, slowly sliding it down.
- Gently press the sides of the top of the plastic cover towards the bottom of the amplifier until you hear a clicking noise.
*Merely illustrative images.
Panels Description
Audio Inputs and Controls
| # | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue | "Power ON" LED indicator |
| 2 | Yellow | "Clip" LED indicator |
| 3 | Red | "Protection" LED indicator |
| 4 | - | Remote level control connector |
| 5 | - | Variable Bass Boost control 50Hz (0dB ~ +12dB) |
| 6 | - | Variable Subsonic filter control (5Hz ~ 40Hz) |
| 7 | - | Variable Low Pass filter control (50Hz ~ 500Hz) |
| 8 | - | Low Pass filter on/off switch key |
| 9 | - | Variable Gain control |
| 10 | Right Channel | Audio input - RCA connectors |
| 11 | Left Channel | Audio input - RCA connectors |
| 12 | Right Channel / Left Channel | Audio input - High Level (To connect to the speaker output of the head unit) |
Power Inputs and Audio Outputs
| # | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 13 | - | Negative power supply connector (GND) |
| 14 | - | Remote power supply connector (REM) |
| 15 | - | Positive power supply connector (+12VDC) |
| 16 | Speakers output connectors | Positive speaker connector |
| 17 | Speakers output connectors | Negative speaker connector |
| 18 | - | Minimum speaker load allowed (impedance) |
Installation Sequence
[Warning Icon] BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION, UNPLUG THE NEGATIVE TERMINAL FROM ALL OF THE BATTERIES, TO AVOID FIRE, DAMAGE TO THE AMPLIFIER AND THE USER HIMSELF.
- Mount the amplifier in such a way you have access to the connectors.
- Install the power cables in the vehicle properly, starting from the battery to the fuse holder or circuit breaker, use the cable with the appropriate size. Make all connections, install fuse holders or circuit breakers, but without placing the fuses or with the circuit breakers in the "OFF" position.
[Warning Icon] THE MAXIMUM DISTANCE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF THE FUSE/CIRCUIT BREAKER IS 12 INCHES (30cm) AWAY FROM THE BATTERY.
- Connect the power cables into the amplifier, observing the polarity. Connect all the positive cables from the fuse holder or circuit breaker to the positive connector of the amplifier and all the negative power cables from the batteries to the negative connector of the amplifier.
- The ground cable must be as short as possible and must be connected to the vehicle chassis and the battery negative.
- Install the signal input cables in a proper way, distant from the power cables.
- Connect the RCA or the high level signal input cables to the head unit and amplifiers.
- Install the audio output cables with the appropriate section, distant from the power and audio input cables.
- Connect the audio output cables to the amplifier and speakers respecting the positive (+) and negative (-) polarities.
- Install the remote cable with the power cables, using 1.5mm² (15 AWG) cable or thicker.
- Connect the remote power cable to the amplifier's "REM" terminal at the main unit's remote power output (when not using the high level signal inputs).
- Before powering the system, verify all the connections and make sure there are no mistakes or short-circuits on the power and ground cables.
- Reconnect the ground of the batteries.
- Check if the head unit is turned off and then place the fuses in the fuse holders or switch the circuit breakers on.
- Turn on the main unit and the amplifier will turn on the "ON" LED indicating that it is in operation.
Electrical Dimensioning and Audio Inputs
Electrical Dimensioning
For proper operation of your SounDigital amplifier, you need the proper dimensioning of the electrical system and the cables used.
The table below shows the minimum section of GND cables, +12VDC cables, and speaker output cables according to the power generated by the amplifier.
| Power | Cable Type | Minimum Section |
|---|---|---|
| 3000 WRMS | +12VDC Cable | 35mm² - 2 AWG |
| 3000 WRMS | GND Cable | 2 x 6.0mm² - 9 AWG |
| 3000 WRMS | Audio Output Cable | 2 x 4.0mm² - 11 AWG (at 1Ω) |
| 3000 WRMS | Audio Output Cable | 2 x 4.0mm² - 11 AWG (at 2Ω) |
We recommend the use of ONLY OFC (Oxygen Free Copper) Cables on the installation of our products.
Audio Inputs
RCA Inputs
All RCA inputs must be connected for the channel to work properly.
High Level Inputs
All High level signal inputs must be connected for the channel to work properly.
High level input must be used when the main unit does not have RCA outputs. When High level inputs is used, no remote connection is required; the amplifier recognizes the audio signal and switches on.
If your source unit is not able to turn on the amplifier through the High level input, the remote input should be connected normally.
[Warning Icon] RCA AND HIGH LEVEL INPUTS SHOULD NOT BE USED SIMULTANEOUSLY OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE AMPLIFIER.
SD RLC / Gain Setting
External Level Control - SD RLC (NOT INCLUDED)
The SD RLC is an easy-to-install external level control accessory that allows you to tune the level of SOUNDIGITAL amplifiers that have remote level control.
In SD RLC, you can adjust the amplifier level without having to lean over and adjust the gain setting on the amplifier and can monitor the "CLIP" LED which is also available on the accessory.
Gain Setting
Necessary equipment:
- Digital AC voltmeter
- Media with sine wave test tone 60Hz recorded at 0db
- Screwdriver 1/8" (for gain set)
Set up procedure:
- Turn the gain control all the way down.
- Disconnect the output cables from the amplifier outputs.
- Turn off all processing (bass, treble, loudness, EQ, etc.).
- Set the source unit volume to 3/4 of full volume.
- Set the source unit's fader control to center position.
- Set the variable "LOW" crossover in 500Hz and the "SUBSONIC" in 5Hz.
- Use a 60 Hz sine wave.
- Increase the gain control until the "CLIP" LED starts blinking.
- Return the gain to the limit where the "CLIP" LED stops blinking and remains off.
- Once you have adjusted the amplifier to its correct voltage output, turn off the source unit and reconnect the speaker(s).
Download the tracks for set up in https://soundigitalusa.com/tracks-for-set-up/
Crossover and Bass Boost Set Up
Using Bass Boost
The Amplifier Bass Boost setting enables the user to boost the sound intensity at low frequencies of the sound system, where boost intensity can be adjusted. This is a semi-parametric equalizer type circuit with "Q" value for the fixed filter, with an intensity boost adjustment from 0 to +12dB (16 times), and a central frequency adjustment of the filter in 50Hz, making it versatile for several types of sound systems.
How to Adjust Bass Boost: Reproduce your favorite song and set the boost intensity between 0dB and +12dB at the variable control level according your preference.
How to Adjust the Crossovers
For full range application, select the LP key in the "OFF" position and the "SUBSONIC" variable control at 5Hz. All frequencies will be reproduced according to figure bellow;
To set the "SUBSONIC" variable control between 5Hz and 40Hz ("A") where you want to perform the subsonic cut filter;
Set in the "LOW" variable control between 50Hz and 500Hz ("B") where you want to perform the low pass cut filter and select the "LP" key in position "ON";
Wiring Diagram
The diagram illustrates the connections for the SounDigital 3000.1 EVOX2 amplifier. It shows connections from the head unit (via RCA or High Level inputs) to the amplifier's input terminals. The amplifier's power terminals (+12VDC, GND, REM) are connected to the vehicle's battery and remote turn-on source, with an inline fuse for protection. Speaker output terminals are connected to a speaker. The diagram also shows the optional SD REMOTE LEVEL CONTROL connection.
Minimum Impedance Table:
| Model | Minimum Impedance |
|---|---|
| 3000.1 EVOX2 1Ω | 1Ω |
| 3000.1 EVOX2 2Ω | 2Ω |
Technical Specifications
| PARAMETER | 3000.1 EVOX2 1Ω | 3000.1 EVOX2 2Ω |
|---|---|---|
| RMS Power @ 4Ω | 1307W | 1980W |
| RMS Power @ 2Ω | 1980W | 3000W |
| RMS Power @ 1Ω | 3000W | N/A |
| Frequency response | 5Hz ~ 25kHz | 5Hz ~ 25kHz |
| Subsonic | 5Hz ~ 40Hz | 5Hz ~ 40Hz |
| Low pass filter | 50Hz ~ 500Hz | 50Hz ~ 500Hz |
| Operating voltage | 8V ~ 16V | 8V ~ 16V |
| SNR | 90dB | 90dB |
| Input sensitivity | 0.2V ~ 2V | 0.2V ~ 2V |
| Current draw (music) | 121A | 121A |
| Current draw (max.) | 242A | 242A |
| Total efficiency | 86% | 86% |
| Damping factor | >2000 | >2000 |
| Power cable | 35mm² (2AWG) | 35mm² (2AWG) |
| Audio output cable | 2 x 6 mm² 9AWG | 2 x 4 mm² 11AWG |
| Fuse* (music) | 150A | 150A |
| Minimum recommended battery | 150Ah | 150Ah |
*It is mandatory to install the fuse at a maximum distance of 12 inches from the battery.
**Power at 14.4V @ 60Hz with a maximum THD of 1%.
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Dimensional Data
Net Weight: 3.5lb (1.6kg)
Gross Weight: 4.1lb (1.9kg)
Associations and Links
SounDigital is associated with:
- SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association)
- Consumer Technology Association™
- dB Drag Racing EXTREME SPL
- EMMA (European Mobile Media Association)
Visit us at: WWW.SOUNDIGITALUSA.COM
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Code document review: 1000750250-006/MAY2022
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