Clarion APA5241 User Manual

OPERATION/INSTALLATION MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Clarion APA5241 5-channel car audio
amplifier. You’ve selected an amplifier that is one of the finest and most
unique available on the market today. For 4-ohm loads, the APA5241 puts
out 35 watts of continuous power on channels 1 through 4 and also
delivers 100 watts of continuous power on channel 5. It also comes with
the following features:
♦ Full frequency response with low distortion and exceptional signal-to-
noise performance
♦ Advanced circuit design features bridgeable and mixed-mode operation
for use in a variety of 5-, 4-, or 3-channel systems, including those with
satellite speakers and subwoofers
♦ Four high-pass and one low-pass, 12 dB-per-octave, electronic crossovers
(selectable at 80,120, or 180 Hz) to aid in audio system design
♦ Variable-gain bass extender circuit (on channel 5) to reinforce 45 Hz
signals that may be lost due to box design
♦ Ground loop isolation inputs with adjustable input level controls to
accept a wide range of input signals (from 200 mV to 5 V for RCA
inputs or 400 mV to 10 V for speaker-level inputs)
♦ Remote turn-on with “soft-start” muting to prevent turn-on “thump”
♦ Regulated MOSFET power supply with low AM RFI and protection
circuits for overheating and speaker shorts
♦ 2-ohm load capability to drive a variety of speaker systems
♦ Gold-plated input/output connectors and an external automotive-type fuse
♦ Aluminum heat sinks with an integrated cooling fan for efficient
dissipation of heat
In order to start enjoying your new Clarion APA5241 5-channel car audio
amplifier as soon as possible, please read the remaining pages to plan your
installation. When you’re finished, fill out and send in the enclosed
warranty card to protect your purchase and to aid us in any service-related
questions. Also, save your original bill of sale as a proof of purchase.
Introduction ♦ 1

Clarion APA5241 Specifications

Power Specifications

maximum power output	550 watts
continuous average power output (channels 1-4)	35 watts x 4 into 4 ohms
continuous average power output (bridged)	90 watts x 2 into 4 ohms
continuous average power output (channel 5)	100 watts x 1 into 4 ohms

Performance Specifications

frequency response	10 Hz to 50 kHz
signal-to-noise ratio	100 dB or better
input sensitivity (low-level RCA)	200 mV to 5 V
input sensitivity (speaker-level)	400 mV to 10 V

Electrical Specifications

current use	< 45 amps
speaker load capacity (channels 1-4)	2 ohms stereo
speaker load capacity (channel 5)	4 ohms mono

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions	230 mm x 47.5 mm x 400 mm