Audison AP F1D USER'S MANUAL

This manual provides detailed instructions for the Audison AP F1D amplifier. It covers installation, connection, operation, and technical specifications to ensure optimal performance and safe usage.

Index

1. Precautions
2. Packaging Contents
3. Installation and Sizes
4. Cable Size Calculation Tables
5. Connection Cable
6. Power Supply and Remote Connection / Fuse Replacement
7. Pre In / Speaker In
8. Control Panel
9. Installation Examples
10. Technical Specifications

1. Precautions

Before installing the components, please carefully read all of the instructions contained in this manual. Failure to respect these instructions may cause unintentional harm or damage to the components.

Safety Considerations

• Ensure your car has a 12-volt DC negative ground electrical system.
• Do not install components inside the engine compartment or expose them to water, excessive humidity, dust, or dirt.
• Never run cables outside the vehicle or install the amplifier next to mechanical or electronic devices.
• Operate the AP F1D only when the internal temperature is between 0°C (32°F) and 55°C (131°F). The AP F1D must have a minimum 3 cm (1.5") distance from any structure to ensure good air circulation around the chassis.
• Ensure the chosen location does not affect the vehicle's mechanical and electrical devices.
• Make sure the power cable does not short circuit during installation and connection.
• Use extreme caution when cutting or drilling the car chassis, checking for underlying electrical wiring or structural elements.
• Use rubber grommets to protect wires when running through metal holes and use proper materials near heat-generating devices.
• Ensure all cables are properly secured along their entire length, with flame-resistant and self-extinguishing outer protective jackets. Secure connected cables close to terminal blocks with wire ties or clamps.
• Pre-plan the configuration and wiring routes for your AP F1D to ease installation. Use high-quality cables, connectors, and accessories.

How to Connect the AP F1D

Follow these steps for AP F1D connections. For specific configurations or questions, refer to the Advanced Manual or contact an Audison dealer.

1. Before installing, turn off the source and all other electronic devices in the audio system to prevent damage.
2. Run a specifically designed power cable with proper diameter (8 AWG, Ø 3.2mm/0.128') from the vehicle's battery to the amplifier.
3. Connect power cables observing correct polarity. Connect the negative (-) terminal to the car chassis first, then the positive (+) terminal to the cable from the battery. For grounding (- GROUND), use a vehicle chassis fixing point, removing paint or grease if necessary, and check continuity with a voltmeter. The power connector accepts 8 AWG (Ø 3.2mm/0.128') cable, 15mm/0.6' peel-off. Connecting all components to the same ground point can reject noise.
4. Install an insulated fuseholder maximum 20 cm from the battery positive terminal and connect one end of the power cable to it, then connect the other end to the amplifier.
5. Turn On: The AP F1D can be turned on via the Remote In terminal, connected to the Rem Out of an aftermarket head unit or the relaunch wiring of an amplifier from the Prima AP F8.9 bit / AP 8.9 bit / AP 4.9 bit line. The blue LED logo on the heatsink indicates the product is on. Red LED flashes indicate status: one flash/sec (thermal protection), two flashes/sec (overload/speaker wiring fault), four flashes/sec (overvoltage > 16V), solid red (internal failure, contact service).
6. SPK IN (Speaker In): HI LEVEL monophonic analog input. Use the multipoint connector to connect to an amplified source or an amplifier from the Prima line AP 4.9 bit. Signal level: 2 to 20 V RMS. Input sensitivity is adjustable via the 3-position switch (2V-6.5V-20V).
7. PRE IN (Pre In): Low level monophonic analog input. Use an RCA connector to connect to an audio source or an amplifier from the Prima line (AP F8.9 bit / AP 8.9 bit / AP 4.9 bit). Signal level: 0.6 to 6 V RMS. Input sensitivity is adjustable via the 3-position switch (0.6V-2V-6V).
8. SPEAKER OUT: Power terminals (+ and -) for monophonic output. Available power: 500 W x 1 @ 4 ohm, 800 W x 1 @ 2 ohm, 1000 W x 1 @ 1 ohm.
9. FUSE: To replace a fuse, remove it from its holder near the power supply terminal block and replace it with another fuse of equal value.
10. INSTALLATION: All components must be solidly fixed to the vehicle structure. Ensure your installation is solid and safe to prevent damage to passengers or other vehicles. Verify all connections are performed correctly after installation.
11. Consult this manual in its entirety for correct use of the AP F1D.
12. Refer to the Audison website for Warranty Certificate information.

Safe Sound

Use common sense and practice safe sound. Long exposure to excessively high sound pressure levels may damage your hearing. Safety must be paramount while driving.

Information on Electrical and Electronic Equipment Waste

Products marked with a crossed-out wheeled bin cannot be disposed of with ordinary domestic waste. They must be recycled in proper facilities. Contact your local municipal office for information on recycling/disposal sites. Proper recycling and disposal protect the environment and prevent health hazards.

Audison Warranty

Audison products are warranted under normal functioning conditions against defects in materials or manufacturing, for the period set by law, valid from the date of purchase (certified by receipt). The warranty is NOT valid if:

• The product is damaged by incidents, installations, improper use, or other causes not related to manufacturing defects.
• The product is modified or tampered with by unauthorized persons.
• The serial number has been altered or cancelled.

During the warranty period, defective parts will be repaired or replaced at the manufacturer's discretion. The defective product, along with notification, must be returned to the dealer from which it was purchased, with the warranty certificate duly filled in. If the product is no longer under warranty, it will be repaired at current costs.

Elettromedia s.r.l. is not liable for damages due to transportation, costs or loss of profit, or other accidental or consequential costs, expenses, or damages suffered by the customer.

Warranty is according to laws in force. For more information, visit the Audison website.

2. Packaging Content

The following items are included in the package:

• AP F1D amplifier
• Multipolar cable for Inputs/Remote
• Multipolar cable for Speaker Out
• 2 x 30A replacement fuses
• 2.5 mm hex key
• 4 x 4.2 x 50 mm (0.16" x 2") self-tapping, cross-head mounting screws
• User's Manual

Diagram Description: An illustration shows the AP F1D amplifier. Separate illustrations show the multipolar input/remote cable, the multipolar speaker out cable, two 30A fuses, a 2.5mm hex key, and the user's manual booklet.

3. Installation and Sizes

External Size

Diagram Description: Shows the external dimensions of the AP F1D amplifier. The overall width is 238 mm (9.37 in.), height is 155 mm (6.1 in.), and depth is 49.5 mm (1.95 in.).

Mounting Size

Diagram Description: Shows the mounting dimensions of the AP F1D amplifier. The mounting width is 216 mm (8.5 in.) and the mounting height is 133 mm (5.2 in.).

How to Mount

Diagram Description: Illustrates the mounting process, showing screws being inserted through the amplifier's mounting holes into a surface.

4. Cable Size Calculation Tables

Power & Ground Cable Calculation Table: Minimum gauge size recommended for MAIN POWER & POWER FLOW cables. MAIN POWER cables ensure higher instantaneous current transfer.

Applied Power vs. Connection Length Chart: A heatmap-style chart showing recommended AWG cable sizes (5, 8, 10, 14) based on applied power (W) and connection length (m).

5. Connection Cable

Input Cable

Diagram Description: Shows an input cable, approximately 200 mm (7.87 in.) long, with a 10 mm (0.39 in.) diameter. It includes a front view of the connector with labels: Blue (REM IN), Blue/White (MUTE), Orange (SPK IN+), Orange/Black (SPK IN-).

Speaker Out Cable

Diagram Description: Shows a speaker out cable, approximately 200 mm (7.87 in.) long, with a 10 mm (0.39 in.) diameter. It includes a front view of the connector with labels: White (OUT 1+), White/Black (OUT 1-), White (OUT 2+), White/Black (OUT 2-).

6. Power Supply and Remote Connection / Fuse Replacement

Diagram Description: Illustrates the power and remote connections. The amplifier's rear panel is shown with terminals for POWER - 12V, SPEAKER OUT, SPK IN +/-, REM IN, MUTE, PRE IN, and SENSITIVITY. A 12V battery is shown connected via a fuse holder (suggested 30A delayed fuse) to the amplifier's POWER - 12V terminal. The battery's negative terminal is connected to GND. The REM IN terminal is shown connected to a REM OUT source, with a blue/white wire for REM IN and a blue wire for MUTE (only for AP 4.9 bit). A fuse replacement warning is displayed: "Firmly press contacts of each fuse into their fuse-holder clips".

Multiple Power Supply Connection

Diagram Description: Two diagrams show how to connect multiple amplifiers (AMP 1, AMP 2) to a single 12V battery. The left diagram shows a single fused connection for both amplifiers, while the right diagram shows separate fused connections for each amplifier, both originating from a fused holder connected to the battery.

7. Pre In / Speaker In

AP F1D with REM IN

Diagram Description: Shows the AP F1D amplifier connected using the REM IN function. A source unit's REM OUT is connected to the AP F1D's REM IN terminal via a cable. The PRE OUT from the source is connected to the AP F1D's PRE IN terminal via an RCA cable. An optional APL2 - LINK CABLE is indicated.

AP F1D without REM IN

Diagram Description: Shows the AP F1D amplifier connected without using the REM IN function, utilizing the ART (Automatic Remote Turn-on) feature. The ART switch is set to ON. Speaker outputs (SPK OUT) from the source are connected to the AP F1D's SPK IN + and SPK IN - terminals. An optional APL2 - LINK CABLE is indicated.

AP F1D + AP8.9 bit / 4.9 bit PRE OUT

Diagram Description: Illustrates connecting the AP F1D to an AP8.9 bit or AP4.9 bit amplifier. The SUB PRE OUT from the AP8.9 bit/AP4.9 bit is connected to the PRE IN of the AP F1D.

AP F1D + HEAD UNIT PRE OUT

Diagram Description: Illustrates connecting the AP F1D to a head unit with a PRE OUT. The SUB PRE OUT from the head unit is connected to the PRE IN of the AP F1D.

AP F1D + AUDISON PROCESSOR PRE OUT

Diagram Description: Illustrates connecting the AP F1D to an Audison Processor (e.g., Bit Ten D). The SUB OUT from the Audison Processor is connected to the PRE IN of the AP F1D.

8. Control Panel

Diagram Description: Shows the rear panel of the AP F1D amplifier with various controls and indicators.

• Power On LED (Blue): Indicates the amplifier is powered on.
• LED Red: Indicates various status conditions:
  • 70°C: Flashing RED LED (Thermal protection).
  • < 2 Ohm CHECK: Flashing RED LED (Speaker impedance too low).
  • > 16 Volt CHECK: Flashing RED LED (Overvoltage detected).
• HI LEVEL INPUT SENSITIVITY: Adjustable sensitivity for speaker-level inputs (HI: 2 V RMS, MID: 6.5 V RMS, LO: 20 V RMS).
• PRE INPUT SENSITIVITY: Adjustable sensitivity for pre-amp level inputs (HI: 0.6 V RMS, MID: 2 V RMS, LO: 6 V RMS).
• INPUT SENSITIVITY Selector: HI, MID, LO switch.
• ART Switch: Automatic Remote Turn-on/off from OUTPUT BTL speakers (Selectable ON/OFF).
• SPK-IN MODE: Selectable mode for speaker inputs.
• FUSE 2x30A: Fuse holder for two 30A fuses.
• AMP OUTPUT LO-PASS Graph: A graph showing the low-pass filter response curve, with frequency (Hz) on the x-axis and attenuation (dB) on the y-axis. The curve shows a roll-off starting around 80 Hz.
• SPEAKER OUTPUT Power Table: Lists output power ratings for different impedances: 500 W x 1 @ 4Ω, 800 W x 1 @ 2Ω, 1000 W x 1 @ 1Ω.

9. Installation Examples

AP F1D with 1 SUBWOOFER

Diagram Description: Shows the AP F1D amplifier connected to a single subwoofer. The subwoofer's positive and negative terminals are connected to the amplifier's SPEAKER OUT terminals (e.g., OUT 1+/-, OUT 2+/-). The PRE IN terminal is connected to a source, amplifier, or processor.

AP F1D with 2 SUBWOOFER

Diagram Description: Shows the AP F1D amplifier connected to two subwoofers. Each subwoofer's positive and negative terminals are connected to separate SPEAKER OUT terminals on the amplifier (e.g., OUT 1+/-, OUT 2+/- for one, and OUT 3+/-, OUT 4+/- for the other, assuming parallel or series connection as appropriate). The PRE IN terminal is connected to a source, amplifier, or processor.

9.1 3 WAY ACTIVE FRONT + REAR + SUB WITH AP F1D

Diagram Description: A complex wiring diagram illustrating the connection of the AP F1D amplifier and an AP F8.9 bit amplifier to a multi-speaker system including front tweeters (TW), mid-range drivers (MD), woofers (WF), rear speakers, and a subwoofer. The diagram shows specific outputs from both amplifiers feeding different speaker types and the subwoofer. It details the connections from the AP F8.9 bit's outputs (Out 1-8) and the AP F1D's SPK OUT to the respective speakers and subwoofer.

Output Configuration (AP F8.9 bit & AP F1D)

* = RMS power at suggested loads: 1480 W

9.2 FRONT + REAR + SUB WITH AP F1D

Diagram Description: Shows the AP F1D amplifier connected to front speakers (TW, WF), rear speakers, and a subwoofer. The diagram illustrates the speaker connections from the AP F1D's SPEAKER OUT terminals to the respective speakers and subwoofer.

Output Configuration (AP F8.9 bit & AP F1D)

* = RMS power at suggested loads: 1660 W

9.3 FRONT+REAR+ SUB WITH AUDISON BIT PROCESSOR

Diagram Description: A detailed wiring diagram showing the AP F1D amplifier connected to front speakers, rear speakers, and a subwoofer, in conjunction with an Audison Bit Processor (e.g., Bit Ten D). The diagram illustrates the signal flow from the processor's outputs (SUB OUT, speaker outputs) to the PRE IN and SPK IN terminals of the AP F1D, and then to the respective speakers and subwoofer.

10. Technical Specifications

Power Supply

Amplifier Stage

CEA Specification

Inputs

Other

Size