Djusting the x-over and bass, Ine tune the system, Fine tune the amplifier's input sensitivity – Bazooka CSA50.4 User Manual

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(Please note: If you intend to use the CSA50.2 in the Tri-mode configuration, it is

necessary to set the crossover control to the “FLAT” setting in order to receive full

range output)

The “CS” amplifiers are equipped with a built-in crossover network allowing you to
select the crossover type (i.e. Low-Pass or Hi-Pass) and the desired crossover point.
For example if you wish to drive a pair of subwoofers, you can select the “Low Pass”
setting on the amplifier to filter out high frequencies. This will send only low
frequencies to your subwoofers (see example settings below).

Select the crossover type on the

amplifiers side panel.

(Low-pass is selected in this example for subwoofers)

You can add up to 12dB bass boost by

increasing the Bass Boost control.

(CSA300.1 Only)

Select the crossover

point for your speakers.

(CSA300.1 Only)

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DJUSTING THE X-OVER AND BASS

Fine tune the amplifier's input sensitivity.

The gain sensitivity control for the “CSA”

amplifier is located on the side panel. This gain control

has been included to allow adjustment to properly

match the output of the radio. This is one of the most

misunderstood adjustments. By rotating the control in

the clockwise direction, the amplifier‘s input will

become more sensitive and the music will play louder.

This is not a volume control and you will not get more power out of the amplifier in

the maximum position! It may seem to deliver more output, but actually the
system is only playing louder faster as you turn the volume control on the radio.
Ideally, to properly level match the system the goal is to achieve maximum output
from the amplifier without distortion at about 3/4 of the volume control.

To determine if the amplifier’s gain is set properly, turn the system on and slowly

increase the volume control. You should be able to use about 3/4 volume before

the system gets loud but not distorting. It is very important when making these
adjustments that you do not over drive the speakers (at point of distortion) this will
cause permanent damage to the speakers. If you are unable to achieve 3/4 volume

before distortion you will need to adjust gain control (in this case you would reduce

the gain). The gain controls should be adjusted very slowly. It may help to have
another person to assist you by adjusting the gain controls while you listen for
distortion.

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INE TUNE THE SYSTEM

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LEVEL

MAX

MIN

X-OVER

400Hz

60Hz

BASS

BOOST

12dB

0dB

FILTER

LOW

FLAT

HIGH

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