Just fitted this,was running fine after 15 mins the amp cut out with the red led coming on,The amp still tries to kick back in as the blue led flickers on and a pulse of sound comes through the subs.I have tried disconnecting the subs but the red light still stays in,Can anyone help please?
Same amp same problem
This indicates a possibility of a power supply issue, you may have to open up the unit and take voltage measurements to determine if the voltages are correct. In order to do this you will need a schematic diagram of the unit. Once you have the schematic you will be abor to tell which voltages are legitimate. I hope this helps
You should also check the voltage regulator just in case. Does the problem occur when the vehicle is running?
Ok when you get the new battery in test it under load. If the problem still occurs, which it should not, check the amperage from the alternator, if it is over specifications consider adding a new alterantor, battery, and voltage regulator for the audio amplifier, in addition check the ohmic rating of your speakers to make sure they are matching with the amplifier and are not creating a high current drain. I wish you well on this.
It looks like you are drawing a lot of current. Keep the speakers connected and connect a ground wire from the battery terminal to the ground on the Amplifier. make it (The connection)one continous run with a large gauge wire.
Yes it is safe as long as you tie it directly to the battery negative line terminal connector.
Interesting What is the ohmic rating of your speakers and your sub?
The reason I ask is because the smaller the wire the more resistance and the fact that you are burning the wire up means that it is dissipating heat. This could mean an impedance mismatch between the speakers and the amplifier. make sure the amplifier and the speakers (total impedance) match each other.
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Thanks buddy,My battery looks as though its on its last legs,Could that be a factor in why my amps went loco?
Yeah It occurs whether it is running or not, Iv got a battery coming within the hour ill have that hooked up Iv also had a voltmeter installed into my dash,When the car lights are on and tha amp pulses the lights and all the other electrics go really dim
Hey buddy Iv had the battery fitted,the amp readings from the alternator seem to be above board, Even with the speakers disconnected the amp still continues to pulse and you can see a very small reading on the output dial,When this happens all the electrics inside the car flicker at the same time, I disconnected all the leads from the amplifier and there still a small reading on the voltmeter,Is that normal? I appreciate all your help
Just in from work,hooked up the amp ground to the battery and the amp has now got a blue light, But what does this mean? Im a plumber so aint gotta clue Thanks again for all your efforts,Very much appreciated
Hi Is it safe for me to hook up the amp ground directly to the battery? Has the previous earth that was hooked up been the cause of the hastle?
Hi,Iv just finished hooking up my amp to the battery with 4 gauge wire, the problem still persists, but when I use very small speaker cable it fires up no problem.but the cable only lasts a few minutes before melting the plastic coating off,Can you help me please?
Have You checked the fuses mate? Im a gas engineer and a plumber but iv done this before a while back,Turned out the main power fuse and blown
SAME THING HERE< HELP>
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