Introduction features, Specifications – MTX Audio Thunder User Manual

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INTRODUCTION

FEATURES

CONGRATULATIONS...
on your purchase of a new 4-Channel MTX Audio amplifi er! MTX is one of the inventors of
mobile audio, having designed the fi rst-ever in-vehicle enclosed subwoofer system in the early
80s. Our award-winning heritage speaks for itself, 14 Innovations Design and Engineering
Awards, more than 80 AutoSound Grand Prix Product of the Year Awards, and more than 500
World Records or 1st Place Finishes in Sound Competitions. Also, MTX is the fi rst USA audio
company to be awarded ISO9001 quality assurance certifi cation. MTX manufacturing methods
are world-class with more than 1,000,000 square feet of dedicated manufacturing facilities,
using state-of-the-art Intelligent Surface Mount, Rotational Molding, Robotic Assembly and
CNC manufacturing equipment. What all this means to you, the music and audio fan, is that
you couldn’t have chosen a more reliable, powerful, or better performing amplifi er. Your amp
will meet or exceed its rated specs, or it doesn’t ship. No compromises, no excuses.

All power ratings are not created equal. CEA 2006 Compliance ensures that the power of
this amplifi er is measured according to strict standards dictated by the Consumer Electronics
Association.

We want to ensure you get continuous high performance from your MTX amplifi er, so we
recommend that you have it professionally installed by your authorized MTX dealer.

If you are installing this amplifi er yourself, we recommend that you read the manual cover-to-
cover before you install it. Familiarize yourself with the features and details on the input and
output panels. Make sure you have all the equipment you need and follow the step-by-step
installation instructions included.

If you have any questions, call us at 800-CALL MTX, or use our live help at www.mtx.com

MTX Audio
4545 E. Baseline Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85042
602-438-4545 • [email protected]

Please take a moment to register your purchase online at mtx.com. Please also record the
serial number of your amplifi er in the space provided below and keep this manual for future
reference, as well as your sales receipt as proof of ownership. (The serial number
of your amplifi er is marked on the bottom of its metal chassis.)

Serial Number:

Date of Purchase:

• Patented state-of-the-art power supply and output stage

• Adjustable HP/LP Crossover - 40Hz-350Hz, 12dB/oct for maximum system
design fl exibility

• Stereo Gain Control for precision matching between your amplifi er and radio

• Fully adjustable Bass Boost - 40Hz, 0-18dB to enhance the low frequency
experience in your vehicle

• Included remote level control allows you to fi ne tune the sound level from
the driver’s position when you switch between different musical styles

• High Level Input with patented Smart Engage Auto Turn-on for easy installation
with factory radios

• CEA 2006 Compliant. CEA 2006 Compliance ensures that the power of this amplifi er is
measured according to strict standards dictated by the Consumer Electronics Association.

SPECIFICATIONS

RMS per channel
@ 4Ω (≤ 1%
THD+N)

50 Watts

75 Watts

RMS per channel
@ 2Ω (≤ 1%
THD+N)

100 Watts

150 Watts

RMS bridged
channels @ 4Ω
(≤ 1% THD+N)

200 Watts

300 Watts

Signal to Noise
Ratio

80 dBA

Frequency
Response

20Hz to 20kHz

(-3dB)

20Hz to 20kHz

(-3dB)

Maximum Input
Signal

Maximum
Sensitivity

100mV

THD+N
(Distortion)

<0.25%

(reference:1W

output)

<0.25%

(reference:1W

output)

TC4004

TC6004