Summary of MERLIN2
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Owners manual and installation guide md md series 2.
Page 2: Congratulations
1 on your selection of a u.S.Amps md series amplifier. We take pride in manufacturing our products and you can expect your new amplifier to give you years of trouble-free service. To make your installation as easy and reliable as possible, please read this manual carefully before beginning. If you n...
Page 3: Toc / Genuine Power
2 congratulations / history(milestone) toc / genuine power features & installation basic wiring • 2-channel / monoblock • 4-channel bridged wiring • 2-channel • 4-channel • monoblock(mlt wiring) specifications troubleshooting caution / for better listening experience memo limited warranty 1 ••••••••...
Page 4: Installation
3 • use at least 8-gauge wire for power and ground connections • use at least 12-gauge wire for speaker connections • use at least 16-gauge wire for remote connection • mount the amplifier where it can receive the best ventilation • use the shortest ground connection to the chassis of the vehicle an...
Page 5: 2-Channel [Md21]
4 +12v rem gnd impedance: 4~8Ω ground from remote output of head unit to battery + p o w erfu l a ma zingl y both in “full” position to output of head unit 4-channel [md42/43] amplifiers gnd rem +12v p o w erfu l a ma zingl y ground + from remote output of head unit to battery impedance: 4~8Ω [for m...
Page 6: 2-Channel [Md21] Amplifier
5 +12v rem gnd impedance: 4~8Ω ground from remote output of head unit to battery + p o w erfu l a ma zingl y both in “low pass” position to output of head unit (y-adapter) 4-channel [md42/43] amplifiers gnd rem +12v p o w erfu l a ma zingl y ground + from remote output of head unit to battery minimu...
Page 7: [Mlt Wiring] -
6 ground from remote output of head unit + to battery ground from remote output of head unit + to battery common ground impedance: 4~8Ω m t m t to mlt-in of “slave” to output of head unit for monoblock [md1d/2d/3d] amplifier only [mlt wiring] - master/slave connections.
Page 8: Specifications
7 specifications po wer output (rms) at full frequency (10hz~20khz) (before clipping) to tal harmonic distortion s/n r atio channel separ ation @ 4 Ω rms frequency r esponse po wer band width (frequency r esponse) crosso ver frequency bass boost control @ 45hz wired r emote control bridged mono capa...
Page 9: Weak Output
8 • re-adjust the input level control to better suit the input signal. Weak output • if the noise is a “whine” whose pitch follows the engine speed, confirm that the amplifier and any other signal sources (head unit, equalizer, etc) are properly grounded. • if the noise is a “clicking” or “popping” ...
Page 10: Examples
9 information courtesy of the deafness research foundation subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower 90 garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill 100 rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap 120 gunshot blast, jet plane 140 rocket launching pad 180 the following noises can be dangerou...
Page 11: Model #:
10 write down key information of your merlin amplifier(s) as noted above. Please refer this information when you need assistance from our technical support or ra service. You can find important warranty information on the back cover. Model #: serial #: purchased date: purchased from: memo.
Page 12: Www.Usamps.Com
Md www.Usamps.Com limited warranty: u.S.Amps warrants all manufactured electronic products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period not to exceed two years from the date of purchase. Important warranty notice: u.S.Amps will only warrant and service products displaying valid u...