Poly-Planar ME-60 Amplifier Owner's Manual PDF

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Introduction:

The ME-60 is a 4 channel audio amplifier capable of delivering up to 30W RMS per channel. Its compact, waterproof design allows for flexible mounting possibilities, and makes it simple to expand the audio system capabilities for any vehicle.

Uses:

To add additional loudspeakers to a current audio system

To provide amplification for a separate audio zone

As a stand-alone system amplifier for any audio source (Mp3 player or standard audio system)

Features:

Powers up to 8, 4 ohm loudspeakers

Internal distortion limiting circuit prevents harsh distortion

Accepts line level, or speaker level input

Low Pass Filter switch to optimize rear channels for either full range speakers or a subwoofer

Gain level control to match output to main system

Supports optional external volume and power on/off control

Water resistant design for confident marine use

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Mounting the ME-60:

1) Choose a mounting location that is well ventilated. The Amplifier generates significant heat when operating at high power levels.

2) It is preferable to mount the unit such that the ventilation fins are vertical or facing upward.

3) Drill 1/8 (3mm) pilot holes in the mounting surface corresponding to the 4 mounting flanges of the amplifier. Be sure not to drill into any critical areas of your boat or vehicle.

4) Fasten the amplifier to the surface securely using the 4 included tapping screws.

Figure 1 - Amplifier Mounting

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Mounting the Volume Control:

1) Choose a mounting location with a flat surface the size of the volume control body

2) There must be at least 1.73 (44mm) of clearance behind the mounting area

3) Drill a 1.00 (25.4mm) hole making sure that there is nothing behind the surface that could be damaged.

4) Run all cables, make connections, and test the entire system. Extension cables are optionally available if required.

5) Position unit, remove film from foam adhesive, and adhere volume control in place. Warning, the adhesive is very, very sticky so be sure that everything is functioning, and the panel is positioned very carefully before applying pressure.

1.20 (30.50 mm)

Drill 1.00 (25.40mm)

hole

Figure 2 - Volume Control Mounting

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Connecting the ME-60 Power and Speakers:

1) The Black and Red power wires should be connected to the vehicle battery or main circuit breaker panel using heavy gauge wire (AWG #16 or lower). Black = GROUND, Red = +12VDC

2) The Blue REMOTE wire turns on the amplifier. Connect this to the remote trigger wire of your receiver, or if using the independent volume control, there is no need to connect the blue wire (amplifier power will turn on when volume knob is turned to on position). LED light (located on the other side of the amp) illuminates when ME60 is turned on.

3) Connect the white and grey loudspeaker wires to 1 or 2 pairs of loudspeakers. Pay close attention to polarity (black stripe = negative)

4) Connect the green and purple loudspeaker wires to 1 or 2 pairs of loudspeakers or to a subwoofer if the low pass filter switch is depressed

SPEAKER OUTPUT

POWER

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(Blue) remote on

(Black) Ground

(Red) Battery +12V

+

-

White

White / stripe

Grey

Grey / stripe

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CH1/CH2 FRONT

CH3/CH4 REAR

Figure 3 - Speaker & Power connections

12V Battery

ACC Switch or Radio Remote Line

CH1/CH2 CH3/CH4

Purple

Purple / stripe

Green

Green / stripe

+

+ +

+ +

+ +

-

-

-

-

-

-

- -

-

MS55 Subwoofer

Violet / Stripe

Green / Stripe

---- or ---- Speakers

Note: Blue wire not required if volume knob is connected

Purple

Purpl stri e

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Input connections without Volume control:

5) For operation without the optional external volume control, connect the amplifier inputs to the VARIABLE LINE OUT of your receiver using shielded RCA patch cables. In this case the amplifier volume will be determined by the volume setting of the source component. If the receiver does not have line level outputs, the ME-60 can be connected to the speaker outputs, however line level is preferred due to superior noise and distortion performance. See Figure 6 for amplifier settings related to input connections.

VOLUME

CONTROL

INPUT

GAIN

FULL LPF CH3/CH4

LINE

SPEAKER

To VARIABLE line output or SPEAKER output of receiver, TV, or other audio source.

No connection

Line input White = Left Red = Right

Figure 4 - Input connections without Volume control

INPUT LEVEL

BASS GAIN TRIM

LED

TV, MP3, Sat Radio or other audio sources

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Input connections with Volume control:

6) For operation with the external volume control, connect the amplifier inputs to the PRE-AMP FIXED/LINE OUT of your receiver using shielded RCA patch cables. The Pre-amp line output should be a fixed level output that is independent of the volume setting of the receiver.

VOLUME

CONTROL

INPUT

GAIN

GAIN

FULL LPF CH3/CH4

LINE

SPEAKER

To FIXED output or LINE output of receiver, TV, or other audio source.

Line input White = Left Red = Right

Figure 5 - Input connections with Volume control

Connect volume control, apply tape to connections

INPUT LEVEL

BASS GAIN TRIM

LED

Note: Blue wire not required

if volume knob is connected

TV, MP3, Sat Radio or other audio sources

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Switch & Gain Settings:

7) The switches and gain settings are secure behind a water resistant rubber seal. Be sure to replace the cover when finished with adjustments.

8) The INPUT LEVEL switch selects the input sensitivity of the amplifier. If you are connecting to a LINE level source (typically any RCA type connection) then the switch should be in the LINE (out) position. When connecting to loudspeaker outputs or headphone or high level sources then set the switch to the SPEAKER (in) position.

9) The low Pass Filter switch allows the user to optimize bass performance in the case a subwoofer is connected to channels 3 and 4. Poly-Planar recommends use of the Poly-Planar MS55 compact box subwoofer for excellent bass response.

10) The GAIN control adjusts the overall level of the amplifier. The Bass Gain Trim adjusts the bass level output of channels 3 and 4 when the LPF switch is depressed. When using the amplifier without volume control (as in Figure 4) the Gain level should be set to achieve a balance with other loudspeakers in the system. As a rule, keep the gain setting as low as possible while still insuring that the system will reach full output power. When using the system with external volume control (as in Figure 5), set the external Volume Control to FULL (clockwise) and adjust the gain on the amplifier until full output power is reached. Full output power level can be determined by turning the gain control clockwise until the apparent loudness does not appear to increase any more. Leave the control at the setting where this begins to become apparent.

Figure 6 Amplifier Switch and gain settings

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Specifications:

Speaker Impedance . 2 8 ohms Output Power (2 ohm load) 30 W RMS per channel (4 ohm load) 20 W RMS per channel Frequency Response .. 20 Hz 40,000 Hz Low Pass Crossover ... 18 Hz 245 Hz Operating Voltage .. 13.8V (10V 16V) DC Maximum current draw (full power) .. 8 10 amps Dimensions (approx. w/h/d) .. 175mm X 106mm X 39mm 6.89 X 4.17 X 1.54 inches Weight .... 1.3 lbs Installation Clearance (recommended).. 10 inches free space top and

sides of heat sink

Volume Control mounting template Note: Horizontal center of part is 0.31 inch (8mm) to the left of the mounting hole center.

2.04 (51.70 mm)

1.46 (37mm) Drill = 1.00 (25.40 mm)

0.31 (8 mm)

Center line of part

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

This unit is warranted to be free of defects in material and

workmanship for a period of two years. Warranty is subject to proper

installation and operation within the published specifications. Except

as provided below, Poly Planar will repair or replace, at its discretion,

any product returned prepaid to our facility and determined to be

defective. Poly Planar is not liable for consequential damages

LIMITS OF LIABILITY

Poly Planar warranty does not cover damage occurred in transit,

accident, abuse, misuse, negligence, fire, flood, lightning or

unauthorized service. This warranty assumes no responsibility for

damages incurred during installation of this equipment. This warranty

covers normal consumer use only. In no event shall Poly Planar be

liable for special, incidental, or consequential damages.

To obtain service under this warranty, please call Poly-Planar for a

RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER.

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