Pyle Plmra620 6 Channel Marine Amplifier Receiver Usder Guide

Pyle PLMRA620 6 Channel Marine Amplifier Receiver

All of your speaker demands can be met with waterproof power from the Pyle Elite Series Amps. Whether it’s raining or shining, performance and dependability are provided by the marine grade waterproof construction and high power efficiency ratings! These multi-channel amplifiers are ideal for use on boats, in backyards, and even around swimming pools! Additional features include heavy-duty metal heat sinks, MOSFET power supplies, integrated electronic circuitry protection, and more. The Pyle Elite Series Amps provide next-generation sound amplification and adaptable waterproof performance (Models: PLMRA200, PLMRA400, PLMRA420, PLMRA620, PLMRA820).

PLMRA620

High Performance 2000 Watt 6 Channel Bridgeable MOSFET Amplifier

• 100 Watts x 4 Output. +250 Watts x 2 Output.
• 250 W x 4. +500 W x 2  Bridged Output ( 400 W x 2 + 900 W x 1)
• Variable Hi/Lo Electronic Crossover Network ( CH1/CH2/ and CH3/CH4)
• Variable Bass Boost (0 – +18 dB @ 60Hz) ( CH5/CH6)
• Variable Input Level (Gain) Control
• Low and High Pass Filter Controls( CH3/CH4)
• Remote Turn On/Off
• Gold Plated RCA Inputs
• Power ON LED Indicator
• LED Protection Indicator
• S/N Ratio: > 95 dB
• THD: <0.04%
• Thermal Protection
• Overload Protection
• Short Circuit Protection
• Anti-Thump Turn-On
• Blue LED Level  Display
• Anti-thump turn on
• Blue LED level display

FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

CH3/CH4 crossover mode selector: when used with normal, full range systems, set this switch to “FULL.” If you wish to use the internal crossover to power a driver of specific frequency range, use the “LOWPASS” or “HIGHPASS” settings.

• INPUT LEVEL CONTROL: use this control to match the outputs of your head unit to the amplifier. Starting with your head unit set at about the 2 o’clock position, increase the amp level control until distortion begins to occur, and reduce slightly from this point.
• CH5/CH6 LOW PASS FREQUENCY CONTROL: when the crossover selector switch is in “low pass” mode, this control sets the upper frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
• CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4 HIGH PASS FREQUENCY CONTROL: when the crossover selector switch is in “high pass” mode, this control sets the lower frequency limit for audio program sent to the speakers.
• BASS BOOST LEVEL CONTROL: this control permits adjustment of the bass level up to an increase of approximately 18 db.
• LOW LEVEL INPUTS: this amp features gold-plated RCA input jacks for high impedance input. Use these with car stereo output which uses RCA-type connector cables.
• POWER LED: this indicator is illuminated when built-in protection circuitry is activated.
• PROTECTION LED: the fuse protects the amplifier and your car’s electrical system from short circuit conditions.
• POWER FUSE: use these connectors to deliver power, ground and remote turn-on control to the amplifier.
• POWER TERMINALS: these terminals are 14K gold plated to guarantee high conductivity and minimum signal loss.
• SPEAKER CONNECTIONS: these terminals are 14K gold plated to guarantee high conductivity and minimum signal loss.

OUTPUT POWER @ 14.4V DC, 1KHZ

• RMS POWER @ 4 OHMS: 4 x 100 Watts + 2 x 250 Watts
• RMS POWER @ 2 OHMS MAXIMUM: 4 x 175 Watts + 1 x 400 Watts
• POWER OUTPUT: 4 x 250 Watts + 2 x 500 Watts
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 15 Hz-30 KHz

INPUT IMPEDANCE

• LOW LEVEL INPUTS: 10K Ohms
• HIGH LEVEL INPUTS: 100 Ohms

INPUT SENSITIVITY

• LOW LEVEL INPUTS: 250mV
• POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE MATCHING SPEAKER IMPEDANCE:4V DC Neg. Ground (10.5-16V)
• STEREO MODE: 2-4 Ohms
• BRIDGED MODE: 4-8 Ohms
• MAXIMUM CURRENT DRAW: 30A x 2

DIMENSIONS (W X H X L)

• MM: 276 x 69.5 x 498
• INCHES:9 x 2.7 x 19.6

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

6 CHANNEL INPUT CONNECTIONS

4CH INPUTS

MONO INPUT CONNECTIONS

6CH INPUTS

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS

6 CH OUTPUT MODE

MONO BRIDGED SUBWOOFER OUTPUT

MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION

Your new Pyle Marine Series amplifier comes complete with all required mounting hardware. When determining a suitable location in your vehicle for the amp, please remember that it is a high-power electronic device capable of generating high heat.
For this reason, always choose a location in your vehicle which has low vibration, adequate ventilation, a minimum of dust, and no moisture. Be sure to mount the amp in such a manner as to allow reasonable airflow over the cooling fins.
Mark the location for the mounting screw holes by positioning the amp where you wish to install it and use a scribe (or one of the mounting screws) inserted in each of the mounting holes to mark the mounting surface. If the mounting surface is carpeted, measure the hole centers and mark with a felt tip pen.
Before attempting to drill the mounting holes, take note of any wires, lines or other devices in your vehicle which may be located behind the mounting surface! Then drill pilot holes in the mounting surface for the mounting screws and insert them. Tighten the screws securely.

WIRING TIPS: When making electrical connections to your amplifier, please observe the following:

• Use at least 8 gauge wire for power and ground connections.
• Wire the amplifier directly to the car battery.
• For the ground connection, use the shortest possible wire to a good chassis ground point. Wire the Remote connection to the auto start lead of your head unit, equalizer or power antenna.

ABOUT POWER FUSES:

Pyle Marine Series amplifiers feature built-in fuse systems. These fuses protect both the amplifier and the electrical system in your vehicle from fault conditions. If you ever need to replace the fuse in your Pyle Marine Series amp, use a fuse of exactly the same type and rating. A different type or rating of fuse may result in damage or fire.

PROTECTION CIRCUITRY

The built-in protection circuitry in the Marine amplifiers will disable the amplifier if it senses an input overload, a speaker short circuit, or extreme temperature conditions. When the protection circuit is activated by any of these conditions, the Protection LED will be illuminated.  If this occurs, carefully inspect the system to determine the source of the problem.

• If the shutdown was a result of a thermal overload condition, allow the amplifier to cool down before attempting to restart it.
• If the shutdown was a result of an input overload, or speaker short circuit, be sure to correct the condition before restarting.

The amplifier can be restarted by turning the remote power OFF and then ON again.

TROUBLESHOOTING

NO OUTPUT.

Confirm that all terminal strip connections are secure and tight.

Check both in-line and built-in fuses. Both the +12V and the Remote terminals must have +12v referenced to chassis ground.

Confirm that the audio signal source (car radio, equalizer, etc.) is connected and is supplying output signal. To check if the amp is supplying signal, unplug the cables from the signal source (but leave them plugged into the amp). Briefly tap the center pin of each of the disconnected RCA plugs with your finger. This should produce a noise (feedback) in your speakers.

ONLY ONE CHANNEL WORKS.

Confirm that all terminal strip connections are secure and tight.

Check the Balance control on the head unit (or other source) to verify that it is set to its midpoint.

If you are using the Low Level RCA input, reverse the input plugs at the amplifier (i.e., switch the L with the R). If the channels which is silent switches to the other side, the problem is either in the head unit/other source or the connecting cables.

WEAK OUTPUT.

Readjust the Input Level Control(s) to better suit the input signal.

NOISE IN THE AUDIO.

If the noise is a “whine” whose pitch follows the engine speed, confirm that the amplifier and any other signal sources (head unit, etc.) are properly grounded.

If the noise is a “clicking” or “popping” noise whose rate follows the engine speed, this usually means that the vehicle is equipped with resistor spark plugs and wires, or that the ignition is in need of service.

Check the routing of the speaker and input wires to make sure they are not adjacent to wires which interconnect lights and other accessories.

If the above steps fail to improve or clear noise interference, the system should be checked by a professional mobile audio installer.

PRECAUTIONS

Do not operate the amplifier when it is unmounted. Attach all audio system components securely within the automobile to prevent damage, especially in an accident. Do not mount this amplifier so that the wire connections are unprotected, or in a pinched condition, or likely to be damaged by nearby objects. Before making or breaking power connections in your system, disconnect the vehicle battery. Confirm that your head unit or other equipment is turned off while connecting the input jacks and speaker terminals. If you need to replace the power fuse, do so only with a fuse identical to that supplied with the amplifier. Using a fuse of a different type or rating may result in damage that isn’t covered in the manufacturer’s warranty.

FAQs

Does anyone know what kind of warranty comes with this? bought it less than a year ago and it won’t power up

Pyle warranties their items for the first year. You can contact them at 888-318-7953 for warranty info.

Will this amp push two 12 inch L7 solo-baric kicker subs?

I have it pushing two 10″ 500w subs along with 4 100w 6.5″ midrange speakers in my boat and it has no issues. Not exactly sure what the output of your two 12″ subs are, but I’m pretty confident of you feed it enough power (make sure you spec out the proper power cable size) it will do the trick.

would this work for 6 speakers cause I want to run the tower speakers on a whole other amp and my six bottom 6.5 pioneer speakers on this amp

It has 2 higher outputs more for subwoofers and then 4 lower outputs mainly for speakers. So it would work as long as your speakers are rated high enough to handle the watts for the 2 higher outputs.

can this item be easily adapted to AC current? If so, how?

No, standard 15amp 120v couldn’t even meet its peak power demand not to mention the size ac/dc converter you would need. Buy a 120v amp you will spend more trying to convert this one.

I have the Pyle plmra620 marine amp and need to know which channels I should hook my tower speakers to and what channels for the other 4 speakers?

I have this amp running 4 tower 6.5″ Polk’s in bullets. They are hooked up on each channel 1-4. On channel 5 I have a single 12″ Kicker Sub. Channel 6 is either broken or just useless on my amp but I don’t really need it. I have the same set up but with a 10″ kicker and the 4 in boat speakers. So two amps total. For you it would depend I guess on where you want the power focused. If you want it more out of the tower or the boat itself. And whether or not you have a sub to power with it.

Is this amp comparable to the specs of the wetsounds HT6 amp? Powering 6 speakers, plus a sub eventually.

I don’t know the specs of the Wetsounds HT6 you’ve referred to. I’m powering (4) 6×9 3-way Polk Audio speakers with (1) channel each and a 10″ Polk Audio sub with the remaining (2) channels bridged together. So far it kicks hard, (classic rock, blues & jazz)actually way more power than I need in a 22′ Scarab.

would this amp run 2 4×6, 2 6.5, 2 6×9, 2 8in, and 2 12in?

You could wire it that way running some in series and some in parallel if you know what you’re doing, but getting good balance might be tricky.

In what way is this wireless? There is no bluetooth. Wireless doesn’t appear again in the description or in anyone’s writing about it?

It must be a typo. I have own this for 6 years on my boat and there are no wireless features.

will this amp work 2 12″ subs 1200 watt ..?

You could run 2 12’s on the sub channel, don’t think you’d be at a 1200w rating however. I do know that I run a single 12 on the sub channel with the gain at half and it’s loud enough that the water shakes around my boat.

Can I use my phone or do I need a head unit. If so what cables would I need to use my phone

you can connect your mobile phone directly to the amplifier using RCA cable. You may check other details of the unit by visiting our website pyleaudio.com. Type the model number on the search box PLMRA620 for more details.

I only have one pair of RCA outputs on my head unit. what inputs do I use on the amp?

A head unit with 2 RCAs is junk. Also return your amp because this one comes with a defect. It is put together by slave children or something.

I have a Sony CDXM60UI Marine CD Receiver and 4 -Kicker 09KM6130LED speakers I would like to add two more 6 total and an amp, would this do it?

Yes it will I’m running 6 speakers and two sub off this a MP.

Would this amp work in a truck. Is it a dependable amp.

I had it on my boat. It lasted 4 months. The power was good. My 6 kicker speakers sound just as good without it. I have Kenwood amps in both my truck and 91 wrangler for subs and speakers. Amps in wrangler have been put through hell and still work great after 5 years. I have alpine speakers and Polk subs in wrangler. Sound awesome.

How many amps does this draw?

Not sure. I know a lot if it’s turned up. I wouldn’t call it water proof. Mine fried after just one year.