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Amplifier Manual

Features:

© 2010 Phoenix Gold • www.phoenixgold.com

• Limited Edition Production Run featuring each unit number laser cut into the heatsink• Six Massive Unregulated Power Supplies with Hand Wound Transformers• Three Ounce Gold Plated Circuit Board• High Efficiency Class D Topology that operates at up to 16 volts • Three 1/0 Gauge Direct Insert Power Terminals• Temperature Controlled Fan Cooling System• 24dB Variable Low Pass and Subsonic Crossovers • Two units are “strappable” or linkable for insane power into a single subwoofer• Hand Crafted Wood Shipping Crate• LPL44 - Low Pass Level Control Ready• RMD - Remote Monitoring Display Port

The OneLimited Edition Amplifier

Serial# ___________

QC Tested By: ____________________________

QC TEST DATE: ____________________________

Amplifier Owner’s Manual


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INTRODUCTION

The One is a truly unique amplifier that follows in the legendary footsteps of Limited Edition amplifiers from Phoenix Gold. While the external function of this monoblock amplifier is fairly simple its very important to respect the immense amount of power it can produce. Be sure the proper subwoofers are selected as this amplifier will easily damage low to mid powered subwoofers. Phoenix Gold is not responsible for speaker failures or damage.

Phoenix Gold has taken special care to make sure each amplifier is of the highest quality possible. After the electrical components are pre-tested and inserted into the circuit boards then each amplifier is carefully hand assembled one by one. Once assembled the amplifiers are rigorously tested. The first testing stage is performed by a state of art Audio Precision computerized program. Specifically designed by the Phoenix Gold engineering team, this testing program is powerful and complex. It immediately and accurately measures distortion levels, power output, crossover functions and numerous other specifications.

Once the amplifier has passed the Audio Precision testing, its then ‘burned in’ for a minimum of two hours to verify all part temperatures are within specification and all systems are working properly. After the unit passes burn in, it is then retested with the Audio Precision again to verify it still meets the original testing criteria. Once it passes this test for a second time it then undergoes a final visible inspection and human listening test. Rest assured this amplifier has been fully tested before its laid to rest in its custom made wood crate.

As mentioned throughout this manual, the proper electrical system is REQUIRED not optional. The amplifier can be damaged and will not reach its full potential without the proper electrical system. Stinger accessories and power wiring are heavily recommended due to their high quality. For example, Stinger power wire is 100% OFC copper and adheres to a Tru-Spec wire gauge standard. Many low quality power wires may look like 1/0 gauge from the outer jacket, but the internal copper is actually closer to 4 gauge to save costs. Also do not use CCAW or Copper Clad Aluminum Wire as it does not conduct current as well as copper.

Congratulations on purchasing the most powerful and one of the rarest amplifiers ever built by Phoenix Gold. Be sure to keep all of the documentation, certificate of authenticity and shipping crate as this amplifier is truly a collector’s dream.



Electrical Breakdown

Temperature controlled fan cooling system

Sealed high quality alumi-num shaft potentiometers

Six massive unregulated power supplies with hand wound transformers

3 Ounce Gold Plated Circuit Board

50 200 volt/1000uF rail voltage capacitors can power a small city

47 35 volt/1200uF capacitors stiffen the power supply during massive bass notes

13 grams per millimeter of high density aluminum heatsink

36 IRFP1405 power supply transistors, just one of these is capable of switching 70 amps of current

32 FDA24N40F 400 volt ultra fast output transistors

8 gauge Stinger HPM speaker wire carries the high voltage/high current signal directly to the speaker outputs

5mm thick acrylic top is heat and crack resistant

3mm thick high current custom made buss bars Three high current 1/0 power

terminals are ready to pass up to 900 amps continuously

State of the art Class D switch-ing circuitry operates at an amazing 90% efficiency

Panel mount RCA connections

Each unit number is laser cut into the heatsink so every amplifier is truly unique



Measurements:Frequency Response: ± 1dB from 20Hz to 300HzSignal to Noise Ratio: >90dBSubsonic and Low Pass Crossovers: 24dB per octaveLow Pass Crossover Range: 30Hz to 300HzSubsonic Crossover Range: 10Hz to 55HzBass Boost @ 45Hz: 0 to +6dBLow Level Input Range: 200 millivolts to 8 voltsLowest Recommend Load: 1 ohm Lowest Recommend Strapped Load: 2 ohm Typical Efficiency: 90%Damping Factor: Greater than 200

Recommended External Fusing: 250A x 3 (750A Total)Minimum Power/Ground Wire Size: 1/0 Gauge x 3Dimensions: 38.6” L x 12.2” W x 3.0” H 980mm x 310mm x 77mm

Power Output:RMS Power 16.0Vdc 8000 x 1 @ 2 ohm 12000 x 1 @ 1 ohm 24000 x 1 @ 2 ohm (Strapped)

RMS Power 14.4Vdc 5000 x 1 @ 2 ohm 8000 x 1 @ 1 ohm 16000 x 1 @ 2 ohm (Strapped)

SPL “Burping” Power 16.0Vdc 10000 x 1 @ 2 ohm 18000 x 1 @ 1 ohm 36000 x 1 @ 2 ohm (Strapped)

Specifications

IMPORTANT PLEASE READ!

The One is an extremely high performance amplifier. In order for it to reach its full potential, the correct installation and wiring requirements MUST be followed. Please note the following:

• Do not touch the speaker wires or terminals while the amplifier is on. This amplifier has the ability to cause serious injury due to electrocution.

• A high output alternator, at least three high capacity batteries and three separate runs of 1/0 power/ground wire are required for the electrical system.

• 1/0 Gauge wiring (or greater) is required for all power and ground connections.

• 8 Gauge wiring (or greater) is required for all speaker connections.

• All three of the power terminals must be wired to the electrical system. Using only one or two of the terminals can damage the amplifier.



Power Output:RMS Power 16.0Vdc 8000 x 1 @ 2 ohm 12000 x 1 @ 1 ohm 24000 x 1 @ 2 ohm (Strapped)

RMS Power 14.4Vdc 5000 x 1 @ 2 ohm 8000 x 1 @ 1 ohm 16000 x 1 @ 2 ohm (Strapped)

SPL “Burping” Power 16.0Vdc 10000 x 1 @ 2 ohm 18000 x 1 @ 1 ohm 36000 x 1 @ 2 ohm (Strapped)

INPUTConnect preamp signal cables from the head unit to these terminals.

OUTPUTProvides a full range signal for an additional amplifier. There is no signal loss if using this output.

LP FREQControls the lowpass crossover point for the speaker outputs.

BASS BOOSTVariable bass boost from 0 to +6dB @ 45 Hz.

LOW PASS LEVEL CONTROL (LPL)This port is for connecting the optional remote level control (LPL44). This allows up to 20dB of volume adjustment. This is not a bass boost, it controls the level of the low pass signal.

LEVELUsed to reach maximum amplifier power with a wide variety of headunits.

SPEAKER OUTPUTSUsed to connect the amplifier to speakers. Minimum impedance is 1 ohm. 8 gauge wire is required.

SUBSONIC Controls the subsonic (highpass) crossover point for the speaker outputs to eliminate extreme low frequencies.

PROTECT LEDLights red if there is a problem with the audio system. For example, speaker wire is pinched/shorted together or the amplifier is running too low of an impedance.

INPUT SLAVE/OUTPUT MASTER SWITCHFor normal use, the switch MUST be set to “OUTPUT MASTER”. If linking or strapping two amplifiers together please see page 7 for more details. IMPORTANT: In normal or single amplifier use there will be no output if this switch is set to “INPUT SLAVE”. Be sure it is set to “OUTPUT MASTER”.

+12V This must be connected to the fused positive terminal (+12V) of the car’s battery. See page 4 for an electrical system example. 1/0 gauge wire is required.

REMOTE This must be connected to switched +12V, usually a trigger wire coming from the head unit or ignition.

GND This must be connected to the negative terminal of the car’s battery or bolted to a clean, unpainted part of the chassis of the vehicle. 1/0 gauge wire is required.

COntrols

REMOTE MONITORING DISPLAY (RMD)Connect optional RMD Voltage Display to this port.

IMPORTANT: ALL THREE POWER TERMINALS MUST BE USED. DO NOT USE ONLY ONE OR TWO OF THE TERMINALS, IT CAN DAMAGE THE AMPLIFIER.



OUTPUTMASTER

INPUTSLAVE

SINGLECHANNELRCA

FROMHEADUNIT

+

-NOTUSED

Electrical system and wiring

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+-

+-

+-

200 Amp High Output Alternator

250 Amp Fuse located within 18 inches of the alternator

250 Amp Fuse located within 18 inches of the battery




Three High Performance Batteries with a 800 CCA rating or larger

= 12 volt 1/0 Gauge Wire

= Ground 1/0 Gauge Wire

ALL THREE POWER TERMINALS MUST BE USED.

CAUTION: LAST POWER TERMINAL IS REVERSED.

The One requires a massive electrical system to power it correctly. The below system is the MINIMUM REQUIREMENT. Each vehicle will vary so please contact your local dealer or Phoenix Gold for questions about the proper electrical system before attempting installation.

*Batteries are located within 48 inches of wire length from the amplifier



How to strap two monoblocks

Strapping or linking two amplifiers allows you to deliver a ton of power into a single voice coil commonly used in SPL competitions. The example below shows two of “The Ones” delivering a total of 24,000 watts RMS into a single 2 ohm voice coil.

• DO NOT STRAP AMPLIFIERS INTO A 1 OHM LOAD. Minimum load strapped is 2 ohm.

• The “Master” amplifier’s preamp section controls both amplifiers. “Slave” amplifier’s pre-amp controls are disabled.

• The negative or (-) speaker output terminals are connected together using 8 gauge wire.

• CAUTION: This is an insane amount of power into a single voice coil. PG is not responsible for speaker failures or damage.

OUTPUTMASTER

INPUTSLAVE

SINGLECHANNELRCA

FROMHEADUNIT

+

-NOTUSED

Slave amplifier’s pre-amp section is disabled

Phoenix GoldA Division of AAMP of America™

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Designed and Engineered in the USA

Phoenix Gold Product Warranty

LIMITED WARRANTY ON AMPLIFIERS

Phoenix Gold warrants this product to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase. This warranty is not transferable and applies only to the original purchaser from an authorized Phoenix Gold dealer in the United States of America only. Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect or malfunction, Phoenix Gold will (at its discretion), repair or replace the defective product with new or remanufactured product at no charge. Damage caused by the following is not covered under warranty: accident, misuse, abuse, product modification or neglect, failure to follow installation instructions, unauthorized repair attempts, misrepresentations by the seller. This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages and does not cover the cost of removing or reinstalling the unit(s). Cosmetic damage due to accident or normal wear and tear is not covered under warranty.

INTERNATIONAL WARRANTIES:

Products purchased outside the United States of America are covered only by that country’s Authorized Phoenix Gold reseller and not by Phoenix Gold. Consumers needing service or warranty information for these products must contact that country’s reseller for information.

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