GT-X424
amplifier
G
T-X
42
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Installation Warnings and Tips
• Disconnect the negative (–) lead from your vehicle’s battery.
• A
t the installation site, locate and make a note of all fuel lines,
hydraulic brake lines, vacuum lines and electrical wiring. Use
extreme caution when cutting or drilling in and around these areas.
• Choose a safe mounting location away from moisture.
• M
ake sure there is sufficient air circulation at the mounting location
for the amplifier to cool itself. Owner’s Manual
• Mount the amplifier, using the supplied hardware.
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9-1/4"
235mm
7-1/2"
191mm
a b c 2-1/8"
54mm
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GT-X424 CAR AUDIO POWER AMPLIFIER OWNER’S MANUAL
a Speaker Output Connectors h Crossover-Frequency Control
• Connect the speakers to these terminals, • 12dB/octave crossover, variable from 32Hz to
observing proper polarity. 320Hz.
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wo-channel operation: Connect the left speaker • See l for the adjustment procedure.
to the L+ and L– terminals and the right speaker
to the R+ and R– terminals. i Crossover-Filter Selector
•O
ne-channel (bridged) operation: Connect the • LP (SUB): Select for subwoofer(s).
single speaker to the R+ and L– terminals. •F
LAT: Select for full-range speakers when no
• M
inimum speaker impedance for two-channel subwoofer will be used in the system.
operation is 2 ohms. Minimum speaker impedance •H
P: Select for midrange speakers or full-range
for one-channel (bridged) operation is 4 ohms. speakers when a subwoofer is used in the system.
b Fuse j Bass-Boost Control
• Replace only with the same type and rating. • Provides 6dB of boost at 50Hz. Set the Bass-
Boost control according to your preference, being
c Power Input Connectors careful not to apply enough boost to damage the
• +12V: Connect to the positive terminal of the speaker(s).
vehicle’s battery. 10 AWG wire is recommended.
Install an appropriate fuse holder and fuse (15A k Setting The Input Level
minimum) within 18" (460mm) of the battery. Make a Turn Input-Level control counterclockwise to 6V
sure the wire is not damaged or pinched during (minimum).
installation. Install protective grommets when
routing wires through the firewall or other sheet b W
ith a dynamic music track playing, turn the
metal. head unit’s volume control to the 3/4 position.
• G
ND: Connect to the vehicle’s chassis. Refer to c T
urn Input-Level control clockwise until the
the picture below. music is so loud that it no longer sounds clear
(distortion is present in the output).
Factory Bolt Ring Connector d T
urn Input-Level control counterclockwise
Ground Wire gradually, just until the music sounds clear once
again.
e Input level is now adjusted correctly.
l Setting the Crossover
a Crossover setting for 5" (130mm) or larger full-
range speakers when no subwoofer is included
Note: Remove any paint Star Washer in the system.
below ring connector.
b C
rossover setting for midrange and/or full-range
speakers when a subwoofer is included in the
• R
EM: Connect to the “Remote Out” lead from the system.
source unit or to a source of switched 12V+ (ACC).
c Crossover setting for subwoofers.
d Input Connectors (RCA) Note: Acceptable frequency ranges are indicated in gray.
• Connect to the RCA outputs from the source unit
or signal processor. This product is designed for mobile applications and is
not intended for connection to the mains.
e Input-Level Control
A valid serial number is required for warranty coverage.
• Used to match the input level of the amplifier to the
output level of the source unit.
• See k for the adjustment procedure.
f Power On LED
• Illuminated when the amplifier is on.
g Protect LED
• Illuminated under any of the following fault
conditions: battery over/under voltage, short circuit
in speaker wires, amplifier is too hot, amplifier’s
output circuit has failed (DC voltage is present in
the amplifier’s output).
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Specifications
• 45W RMS x 2 @ 4 ohms
• 75W RMS x 2 @ 2 ohms
• 300W total max power
• THD + N: 0.05%
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 101dBA (referenced to rated power into 4 ohms)
• Frequency response: 10Hz – 100kHz (–3dB)
• Maximum input signal: 6V
• Maximum sensitivity (minimum input signal for rated output): 200mV
HARMAN Consumer, Inc. Declaration of Conformity
8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 USA
www.jbl.com
We, Harman Consumer Group, Inc.
© 2011 HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated. 2, route de Tours
All rights reserved. 72500 Château du Loir
France
JBL is a trademark of HARMAN International Industries, declare in own responsibility that the product described in this
Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or owner’s manual is in compliance with technical standards:
other countries. EN 55013:2001+A1:2003
EN 55020:2002+A1:2003
Features, specifications and appearance are subject to
Klaus Lebherz
change without notice. Harman Consumer Group, Inc.
Château du Loir, France 11/08
Part No. 950-0400-001
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