2100/6100 Wakeboard Amplifiers
MOUNTINGTHE AMPLIFIERCONTROLSAND SETTINGS
Mount the 6100m or 2100m amplifier in a NOTE: When using the Hi-level inputs, connectSetting the controls on the 6100m amplifier orPAGE EXT SWITCH
location that is away from direct contact withthe REMOTE terminal to the source unit. 2100m amplifier.When set to the ON position, the Page Ext
water, whether from washing, big waves orswitch will allow the PA signal to pass through
soggy riders.REMOTE OUTSETTING THE GAINto another amplifier when using the Line Out
If using additional amplifiers and tower speakers1. Start with the GAIN control set to minimumoutputs on the 6100m amplifier. Set to OFF if
Choose a location in the boat where the connect the REMOTE OUT terminal using a 1/4"(counterclockwise) and set the music level onyou do not want the PA signal to pass through
amplifier will not be damaged by shifting cargospade connection to the Remote input terminalthe microphone to maximum (clockwise).to another amplifier and speakers.
or passengers. If the amplifier is going to beof the other amplifier. The REMOTE OUT works
under a seat, ensure that it is clear of all movingin conjuction with the Power switch on the 2. Reconnect the negative (�) lead to the boatOs
parts and will not affect the seat adjustments. microphone (please refer to page 5).battery. Apply power to the audio system and
If mounting the amplifier in an enclosed space,play a dynamic music track.
make sure there is plenty of air circulation forLINE IN
the amplifier to cool properly.Connect to the source unitOs line-level output3. On the source unit, increase the volume
using RCA cables.control to 3/4 volume. Slowly increase the
POWER CONNECTIONSGAIN control until you hear slight distortion
The 6100m/2100m amplifiers are capable ofLINE OUTin the music. Then reduce the GAIN control
delivering high power levels, and require a Can be used to pass signal from the Line In to slightly until distortion is no longer heard.
reliable connection to the boatOs electrical additional amplifiers. Also has the option to pass
system in order to perform optimally. See paging information (refer to Page Ext switch).Figure 8. End plates.
Figure 8 for terminal location. Please adhere
to the following instructions carefully:SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
Refer to the application guides on the pages
GND TERMINALthat follow. Speaker connections should be
Connect the amplifierOs Ground (GND) terminalmade using the supplied speaker wires. If
directly to the boatOs negative (�) battery terminaladditional wire is necessary, use a minimum
using a minimum of 8-gauge power wire.of 16 awg. speaker wire.
6100m
+12V TERMINALMinimum speaker impedances:
Connect a minimum of 8-gauge power wire6100m amplifier 4 ohms, stereo
directly to the boatOs positive battery terminal,2100m amplifer 2 ohms, stereo/4 ohms, bridged
and install an appropriate fuse holder within
18" of the battery terminal. Do not install theHI-LEVEL INPUT CONNECTIONS
fuse at this time. Route the wire to the amplifierOsThe 6100m and 2100m amplifiers are equipped
location, and connect it to the amplifierOs positivewith speaker-level inputs that allow you to add
(+12V) terminal. Be sure to use appropriatean amplifier to head units that do not have RCA
grommets whenever routing wires through line outputs. The speaker outputs for the source
panels. Failure to adequately protect the positiveunit should be connected to the amplifier using
wire from potential damage may result in a fire.the supplied connector (square four-wire plug).
When you are done routing and connecting thisRemember to check for proper polarity.
wire, you may install the fuse at the battery.
Figure 7. Speaker-level connector.
NOTE: If your boat uses a multiple battery setup,2100m
please contact the boat manufacturer or dealer
for proper connection instructions.
REMOTE TERMINAL
Connect the amplifierOs REMOTE terminal to
the source unitOs Remote Turn-On lead, using
a minimum of 18-gauge wire. If your source
unit does not have a remote turn-on connection,
connect the amplifierOs REMOTE terminal to the
boatOs accessory circuit.
NOTE: When using the Hi-level inputs, the
Line Out on the 6100m can be used to pass a
4full-range line-level signal to another amplifier.
3
REMOTE OUTRL2100m
HIGH LEVEL
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Speaker Wires
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