Focal FPX 4.800 Manuel D'utilisation page 6

FPX PREMIUM AMPLIFIER
U s e r m a n u a l
Before commencing installation please scrupulously follow the following instructions:
1 - Read the instructions in full and be sure that you fully understand them before installing your amplifier.
2 - Disconnect the cable from the negative terminal on the vehicle battery before beginning installation (Fig. 1).
3 - For ease of fitting we suggest you put all wires in position before installing your amplifier.
4 - Route the RCA, speaker and REM cables away from power cables to avoid any signal interference.
5 - Use good quality connectors/fittings or good quality soldered joints when connecting the amplifier to ensure a
secure installation and to minimise signal or power losses.
6 - Before carrying out any operation ensure you are not cutting or drilling the fuel tank, any fuel, brake, hydraulic
or vacuum line or any electrical wiring or safety-related item.
7 - Never run any wiring under the vehicle. It is essential to run wiring inside the vehicle. When running cables,
ensure they do not interfere with operation of the vehicle. Cabling that obstructs or passes over such items as
the steering wheel, the pedals (brake, accelerator and clutch, etc.) could be extremely dangerous.
8 - Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. All wiring routed through metal must be protected by a
grommet. Route wiring away from moving parts (e.g. seat rails) and sharp or pointed edges. This will also
protect cables from being pinched or damaged with the consequent risk of an electrical short-circuit.
9 - Always use fuses to protect the battery and the electrical circuit from any potential damage. Install a fuse-holder
and an appropriate fuse in the 12V+ power supply cable less than 40cm from the battery terminal. Ideally, this
distance should be as short as possible (Fig. 7).
10 - Prepare the chassis ground (earth) by removing all traces of paint from the metal surface, thus ensuring a good
ground (earth) contact. Ground (earth) connections should be as short as possible and ALWAYS connected to
metal welded to the vehicle bodywork or chassis (Fig. 2). The grounding (earthing) point usually chosen is the
one used to connect the negative terminal of the battery to the vehicle chassis.
11 - NEVER install this product in a vehicle's engine compartment. To do so would void the warranty.
1 - Positioning your FPX amplifier
Choosing a correct location for your FPX amplifier
Because of the amplifier's power, it needs heat dissipation for its operation. For this reason the amplifier must be
mounted in a ventilated location, especially above it. Avoid fitting it into any location that is close-fitting or covers the
amplifier in its immediate vicinity.
2 - Securing your FPX amplifier in place
Position your amplifier in the desired location and mark it.
Mark the attachment points in its support.
Use the mounting screws supplied (screws supplied are suitable for screwing into a wood base).
3 - Cabling your FPX amplifier
CAUTION
If you have any doubt over your ability to correctly install the amplifier and wiring, entrust this task to a Focal dealer/
installer.
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