Sony XM-GS4 User Manual

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 Use a power supply wire with a fuse (60 A)
attached.
 All power wires connected to the positive battery
post s
hould be fused within 450 mm (17
3
/4 in) of
the battery post, and before they pass through
any metal.
 Make sure that the car’s battery wires connected
to th
e car (ground (earth) to chassis) are of a wire
gauge at least equal to that of the main power
wire connected from the battery to the amplifier.
 D
uring full-power operation, a current of more
than
60 A will run through the system. Therefore,
make sure that the wires to be connected to the
+12 V and GND terminals of this unit are at least 8-
Gauge (AW
G-8) or have a sectional area of more
than 8 mm² (
11
/32 in²).
Making power connections
Power connection wires (not supplied) are required.
*1 If you have the factory original or some other car
audio unit without a remote output for the amplifier,
connect the remote input (REM) terminal to the
accessory power supply. In High level input
connection, the car audio unit can also be activated
without need for REMOTE connection. However, this
function is not guaranteed for all car audio units.
*2 Ground (earth) to chassis.
 Line input connection
With the speaker connection , ,  or 
(page 7, 8)
Note
You can enjoy high-resolution sound when this unit is
connec
ted to a high-resolution audio supported car
audio unit (e.g. RSX-GS9).
 Line input connection
With the speaker connection  (page 8)
Note
You can enjoy high-resolution sound when this unit is
connec
ted to a high-resolution audio supported car
audio unit (e.g. RSX-GS9).
Fuse (60 A)
+12 V car battery
less than 450 mm (17
3
/4 in)
to a metal point of the car
Input Connections
Front Rear
Left Right

Sony XM-GS4 Specifications

General

Brand	Sony
Model	XM-GS4
Category	Amplifier
Language	English

Summary

Owner's Record

Waste Disposal and Environmental Precautions

Product Features

Operation Guide

Controls and Functions

Details the location and purpose of each control on the amplifier unit.

Installation and Connections

Installation Parts

Lists the necessary parts for mounting and connecting the amplifier unit.

Mounting the Unit

Instructions for selecting a location and securely mounting the amplifier unit.

Making Connections

General guidelines and precautions before connecting the amplifier to the car audio system.

Power Connections

Detailed instructions for connecting the power supply wires, including fuse and ground.

Input Connections

Line Input Connection (Type A)

Guide for connecting the amplifier using RCA line inputs from the car audio unit.

Line Input Connection (Type B)

Guide for connecting the amplifier using a different line input method.

High Level Input and Speaker Connections

High Level Input Connection (Type C)

Instructions for connecting the amplifier using high-level speaker outputs from the car audio unit.

Speaker Connections

Guidance on connecting speakers and filter settings for various speaker configurations.

Additional Information

Safety Precautions

Important safety guidelines and warnings for using the amplifier unit correctly and safely.

Maintenance

Guidance on upkeep and care for the amplifier unit.

Fuse Replacement

Steps for safely replacing a blown fuse, including warnings about fuse ratings.

Technical Specifications

Troubleshooting Guide

Limited Warranty Information (US)