Amplifier settings – Directed Audio XTR5002 User Manual
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AMPLIFIeR settInGs
Signal Input and Output Configurations
the input section of the amplifier consists of gain controls, high pass 
and low pass crossovers controls, Bass Boost control and RCA inputs 
and outputs . the input section makes it easy to adapt this amplifier to 
most system configurations .
Input Gain
these orion amplifiers have level adjustments to allow for easy inte-
gration with any source unit . the input sensitivity can be adjusted 
from 200mV to 8V . Refer to Testing the System and Adjusting the 
Sound of the System sections of this manual for detailed instructions 
on setting the gain .
Line Output Configurations
the line outputs on orion amplifiers offer easy system expansion and 
can be used to route signal from the RCA line outputs to the next 
orion amplifier’s RCA line inputs in the signal chain .
Internal Crossover Configurations, Flat (full range)
the crossover section of the orion XtR2502 and XtR5002 amplifiers 
are continuously variable and extremely flexible . 
When using orion loudspeakers, minor deviations from the recom-
mended frequency ranges can provide superior results depending on 
your speaker locations and your vehicle acoustics . setting crossover 
frequencies higher than recommended will not cause damage and 
may provide superior sonic results depending on your system’s perfor-
mance goals . Refer to your loudspeaker owner’s manual for assistance 
in choosing the proper crossover frequencies for your system .
WARNING! Do not set crossover frequencies lower than the speakers 
recommended operating range . this can cause driver failure that is 
not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty .
Crossover Switch
Controls the type of filter for the onboard active crossover . the orion 
XtR2502 and XtR5002 have a switch for the selectable crossover .
Full position does not attenuate any frequencies and is for full 
range speaker systems .
High attenuates low frequencies and is used for mid-range speak-
ers and tweeters .
Low attenuates high frequencies and is used for subwoofer 
speakers .
Low-Pass Crossover
When the switch is to the center (FULL position), the low-pass cross-
over is bypassed . When the switch is to the left, the low-pass crossover 
is active . the low-pass crossover is continuously variable from 50Hz to 
2000Hz .
