Punch Marine 500 Watt Class-bd Mono Amplifier

Overview

The PM500X1bd is a 500-Watt mono amplifier with high dynamic power using Class-bd technology & a conformal coated pc board designed for motorsport & marine.

Features

• Optional remote Punch Level Control (PLC2) ready (w/ input clip indicator)
• RCA pass-thru outputs
• 12dB/octave Butterworth crossover
• On-board Punch EQ with +18dB boost @ 45Hz
• Features C.L.E.A.N. Set-up
• Over current protection
• High level input capable with Auto Turn-On circuit
• Infrasonic filter
• Stealth top mounted control panel
• Muted turn on
• Short circuit protection
• Marine grade stainless steel hardware
• Cast aluminum heatsink
• Marine grade two part epoxy coating on circuit boards
• 2-Year Warranty

Technologies

• C.L.E.A.N. Technology: C.L.E.A.N. (Calibrated Level Eliminates Audible Noise) is a patented circuit with in/out clip LEDs to help match a source to amp and optimize output.
• CE Compliant: This product fulfills all essential safety and environmental requirements as defined in the European Directives (768/2008 EC).
• MEHSA³: MEHSA³ reduces MOSFET temperatures, lowers distortion, increases durability and prolongs the output device life span.
• Balanced Differential Inputs: Differential inputs eliminate noise picked up by signal cables.
• NOMAD: NOMAD is a "real time" analog computer that protects your amplifier from shorting speaker wires and dangerously low speaker impedances.
• CTA-2006 Compliant: Power ratings on Rockford Fosgate amplifiers conform to CTA-2006 industry standards. These guidelines mean your amplifier's output power ratings are REAL POWER numbers, not inflated marketing ratings.
• Class-BD: Class-BD amplifiers have 75-80% efficiency ratings vs. 20-60% efficiency ratings of traditional Class-A/B amplifiers.
• DSM: DSM utilize 1% tight-tolerances improving efficiency of the circuit, decreases cross-talk from other discrete components and lowers operating temperature.
• Engineered In The USA: These Avatars are a personal signature from the Rockford Fosgate team member(s) who designed and engineered this fanatic product. This statement illustrates our commitment to being Designed and Engineered in the U.S.A.
• Element Ready™ | Amps: All components are protected against harsh outdoor elements like Dust, UV, Temperature, Water, Corrosion & Vibration.

Specifications

Input Sensitivity	150 mV - 12 V
Crossover Controls	Low-Pass (LP): 50-250Hz @ 12dB/octave Butterworth Infrasonic Filter (IF): 28Hz @ 12dB/Octave All-Pass (AP): No
Average Current Draw (13.8V Music)	35 A
Max. Current Draw (13.8V Sinewave)	70 A
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+Noise)	4-Ohm:<1.0% 2-Ohm:<1.0% 1-Ohm:<1.0%
Rated Power (RMS Continuous Power)	150 Watts x 1 @ 4-Ohm 300 Watts x 1 @ 2-Ohm 500 Watts x 1 @ 1-Ohm
Recommended Fuse (not included)	80 A
Efficiency (average)	86% @ 4-Ohm
Operating Voltage	9 - 16 VDC
Suggested Alternator	75 A
Dynamic Power (PVC/PowerCube®)	224 Watts x 1 @ 4-Ohm 410 Watts x 1 @ 2-Ohm 787 Watts x 1 @ 1-Ohm
Total Power (Sum of Rated Power)	500 Watts
Shipping Weight	10.8 lb. (4.89 Kg.)
Number of Channels	1
Bridgeable	No
CEA-2006 Compliant	CEA-2006 Power Rating 150W x 1 @ 4Ω ≤1.0% THD+N
Power Wire Gauge	4 AWG
Speaker Output Connector	Captive C-Clamp
Power Input Connector	Captive C-Clamp
Tone Controls	Punch EQ2 Bass: 0dB to +18dB @ 45Hz
Signal Input	Hi/Low level: 1 RCA pair
Speaker Wire Gauge	8 AWG to 18 AWG
Signal Output	Low level: 1 RCA pair
Remote Controls	Optional Punch Level Control (PLC2) Ready
Heat Sink Type	Cast aluminum
Cooling	Convection
Visual Indicators	Power/Protect/Thermal LED Input Clip LED3 Output Clip LED1,2,3 LED Color Legend: 1BLUE: <0.5% THD 2VIOLET: 1% THD 3RED: 10%+ THD
Circuit Topology Class	Class BD
Frequency Response	20Hz to 250Hz +/- 1.0dB
Dimensions (H x W x D)	2.38 x 7.76 x 11.03 (in) 6.05 x 19.71 x 28.02 (cm)