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ENgLISH

INTrOduCTION

Thank you for your purchase of a Polk Audio PA D Series amplifier . Each PA D Series amplifier is designed
to be the leader in its class offering the most power, advanced features, and extreme ease of use . In high-end
sound systems or high SPL systems, PA D Series amplifiers will give you years of trouble-free performance .
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PA d2000.2—250W x 2 RMS @ 2 Ohms; 125W x 2 RMS @ 4 Ohms; 500W x 1 RMS Bridged @ 4 Ohms .

Note: Improper installation will not only limit the performance of your Polk Audio PA D Series amplifier but also
potentially compromise the reliability of this amplifier . To ensure proper sonic results and component reliability,
please refer to your authorized dealer for installation assistance or advice . If you decide to perform the installation
yourself, be sure to read the entire manual before beginning the installation (see Installation Guidelines on page 8) .

rECOrd THIS INFOrmATION FOr yOur rECOrdS

model:__________________________________________________

Serial Number:____________________________________________

date of Purchase:__________________________________________

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

• Polk Audio Amplifier

• Terminal Block Adaptor

• Phillips Screws (4)

• Owner’s Manual

• Online Registration Card

Important Note: If anything is missing or damaged, or if your Polk Audio PA D Series amplifier fails
to operate, notify your dealer immediately . We recommend keeping your original carton and packing
materials in case you need to ship the unit in the future .

WArNINg: LISTEN CArEFuLLy

Polk Audio amplifiers, loudspeakers and subwoofers are capable of playing at extremely high volume levels,
which could cause serious or permanent hearing damage . Polk Audio accepts no liability for hearing loss,
bodily injury or property damage resulting from the misuse of its products . Keep these guidelines in mind
and always use your own good judgment when controlling volume . For more about safe volume levels,
go to: www .osha .gov/dts/osta/otm/noise/standards_more .html

INTErNAL BrIdgINg

Terminals that can be used in bridging mode are identified by the black boxes above each terminal .
In the PA D2000 .2, the two black boxes work together to create an internally bridged hookup .

TOOLS OF THE TrAdE

Listed next are the majority of the tools required to perform an installation .
Having the proper tools will make the installation that much easier .
• Phillips head screwdriver

• Solderless, crimp-on connectors and a crimping tool

• Electric drill and 3/16" and 1/8" drill bits • Safety glasses
• Permanent ink marker or pencil

• DMM or VOM

• Safety glasses

• Nylon tie straps

• Wire strippers and cutters

• Wire crimper

• Electrical tape

• Grommets for passing wires through metal car walls

ENd PANEL LAyOuTS

PA d2000.2 Line Level Inputs/Outputs/Controls

1. Status LEds (on top of amplifier): Power and Protection—Power will illuminate to indicate

the amplifier is on and operating normally; protection will illuminate if the amplifier shuts down

due to short circuit, DC offset, or overheating detected by onboard protection circuitry .

2. HPF, FuLL, BPF Switch—Selects full range, high pass filter, or band-pass filter . The HPF setting

attenuates low frequencies and is used with mid-range speakers and tweeters . The FULL setting

does not attenuate any frequencies and is for full range speaker systems . The BPF setting allows

you to use both the high pass filter and low pass filter, and it is for use with mid-range drivers .

3. (a) Low-Pass Frequency Button—Sets the frequency of the crossover at a range of either

50Hz - 500Hz or, when FREQ x 10 is engaged, to 500Hz - 5000Hz .

(b) LPF Variable Control—Adjusts the low pass filter frequency to attenuate frequencies

above the setting on the control .

4. (a) High-Pass Frequency Button—Sets the frequency of the crossover at a range

of either 20Hz - 400Hz or, when FREQ x 10 is engaged, to 200Hz - 4000Hz .

(b) HPF Variable Control—Adjusts the high pass filter frequency to attenuate frequencies

below the setting on the control .

5. Level Control—Adjusts the gain of the left and right channels to match the output

voltage from your head unit .

6. Line Level Inputs—Accepts line level input from a head unit, preamplifier or, equalizer .
7. Line Level Outputs—Provides a full range signal for easy connection to additional amplifiers .

BRIDGED

BRIDGE

BRIDGE

BRIDGE

BRIDGE

REAR

FRON

SUB

PA D2000.2

PA D4000.4

PA D5000.5

INPUT

OUTPUT

LPF

HPF

LEVEL

BPF

FULL

HPF

X-OVER

HPF

X-OVER

FREQ x 10

FREQ x 1

FREQ x 10

FREQ x 1

20Hz 400Hz

6V 200mV

50Hz 500Hz

GND

12V

REM

25A

BRIDGED

LPF

HPF

LEVEL

LPF

HPF

LEVEL

HPF

BPF

FULL

HPF

BPF

FULL

4CH

FRONT

REAR

X-OVER

FREQ x 10

FREQ x 1

FREQ x 10

FREQ x 1

50Hz 500Hz

20Hz 400Hz

6V 200mV

CHANNEL

MODE

GND

12V

REM

40A

35A

REAR

FRON

INPUT

SUB 1

SUB 2

SOURCE

SUB

INT

LEVEL

SUB

SONIC

LPF

REMOTE LEVEL CONTROL

INPUT

4CH

CHANNEL

MODE

LPF

HPF

LEVEL

BPF

FULL

HPF

FULL

HPF

LEVEL

FRONT

REAR

6V 200mV

20Hz

38Hz

40Hz 220Hz

40Hz 4000Hz

6V 200mV

40Hz 400Hz

80Hz 4000Hz

SUB

GND

12V

REM

40A

SUB

PA D1000.1

PA D2000.2

PA D4000.4

9a 10a

9b 10b

PA D5000.5