Soundstream Reference Series 705 User manual

REFERENCE 705

5/3 Channel

Power Amplifier

OWNERS MANUAL AND

INSTALLATION GUIDE

CONGRATULATIONS!

You now own the REFERENCE705 Amplifier, the product of an uncompromising design and engineering

philosophy. Your Soundstream REFERENCE amplifier will outperform any other amplifier in the world.

To maximize the performance of your system, we recommend that you thoroughly acquaint yourself with its

capabilities and features. Please retain this manual and your sales and installation receipts for future reference.

Soundstream amplifiers are the result of American craftsmanship and the highest quality control standards, and

when properly installed, will provide you with many years of listening pleasure. Should your amplifier ever need

service or replacement due to theft, please record the following information, which will help protect your

investment.

Serial # _____________________________________________

Dealer’s Name _______________________________________

Date of Purchase _____________________________________

Installation Shop ______________________________________

Installation Date ______________________________________

CAUTION!

Prolonged listening at high levels may result in hearing loss. Even

though your new Soundstream Reference705 sounds better than

anything you’ve ever heard, exercise caution to prevent hearing

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Features .........................................................................................................................4 -5

REFERENCE Power Supply Design....................................................................................6

Setting High Power/High Current.........................................................................................7

Selecting Crossover Modes.................................................................................................8

Selecting Input Modes.........................................................................................................9

Setting Coherent Stereo/Bridged Mono...............................................................................9

Wiring (with Diagram)........................................................................................................10

Installation and Mounting...................................................................................................11

Level Setting......................................................................................................................12

Crossover Adjustments......................................................................................................12

LSE.Q Subwoofer Equalization Circuitry ...........................................................................13

Sample Systems.........................................................................................................14 -17

Protection Circuitry & Troubleshooting ..............................................................................18

Service...............................................................................................................................19

Specifications ....................................................................................................................19

DESIGN FEATURES

•Uncompromising Design and Construction including mil-spec glass epoxy circuit boards and

high current custom gold-plated solid brass connections that will accept up to 4 gauge power/

ground wire.

•High Power/High Current Capability (subwoofer channel only) -Soundstream’s exclusive circuitry

permits customization of your amplifier to its particular application—High Current, for ultra-low

impedance loads (multiple subwoofers, less than 1 ohm) or High Power, for higher impedance

loads (1 ohm and up).

•ChassisinkTM Darlington Power Array -Soundstream’s “overbuilding” of the output section

incorporates multiple output transistors instead of a few for faster, stronger power delivery. The

transistors are directly sandwiched between the circuit board and the heatsink in a design called

ChassisinkTM to ensure cool, efficient amplifier operation.

•Staggered Asymmetrical Electronic Crossover -Continuously variable 2 or 3-way crossovers

with 12 dB/octave high pass and 24 dB/octave subwoofer low pass. In 3-way mode, bandpass can

be selected for midrange or midbass.

•Rear Channel De-emphasis -A circuit based on theater surround technology in which rear fill

information is rolled off at 6 dB/octave with a -3 dB point at 7,000 Hz to provide a more realistic

Reference705

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listening experience (in 5 channel mode only).

•PowerGrid Power Supply Design -All power supply components are located near one another,

for the shortest possible current path and are connected by thick, wide PCB traces, which ensures

rapid, high current delivery. The entire power supply is isolated on one side of the circuit board

while the audio stage is located opposite it, guaranteeing minimal noise.

•Ultra-Low ESR Capacitance Bank -24 miniature “stiffening” capacitors ensure rapid power

delivery for dynamic peaks. Multiple small input power capacitors are used to provide a lower ESR

(Equivalent Series Resistance), which means more power, faster.

•Smart Thermal Rollback -Most amplifiers shut off when they get too hot. In the unlikely event the

Reference705 reaches 85° C, it will gradually roll back its average power (without affecting the

dynamics). Once the amplifier has cooled off, it returns to full power output. If overheating should

continue, a second thermal sensing protection circuit will shut off the amplifier if the heatsink

reaches 95° C.

•Unregulated Power Supply -4 ohm power ratings are measured at 12 volts, which means

substantially greater output in the real world when the vehicle is running, where voltages range

from 13.6 to 14.4 volts. Dynamic capability of the unregulated power supply is vastly greater than

that of a tightly regulated power supply.

•Fault Monitor LED on the front panel notifies you of a blown power supply fuse.

•1/2 Ohm Subwoofer Drive Ability -The Reference705 subwoofer channel is designed to be stable

into any impedance, down to 1/2 ohm.

•Six Dual Discrete Class A Drive Stages -Over six times the drive current of most amps, which

guarantees maximum performance into any load.

•Drive DelayTM Muted Turn-on/off Circuit -A unique circuit which completely eliminates amplifier-

related turn-on/off noises.

•Flexible Input Sensitivity accepts voltages from 100 mV (40 mV on the subwoofer channel) to 2.5

V, which permits maximum output from the amplifier with virtually any source unit.

•Balanced Input Design for added immunity to noise caused by component and vehicle electrical

system interaction.

4 Ohm Sub Channel Watts

050 100 150 200 250

12 volts

14.4 volts

REFERENCE POWER SUPPLY DESIGN

The Reference705 employs an extremely efficient unregulated pulse-width modulated power supply.

Like the rest of the REFERENCE amplifiers from Soundstream, the Reference705 is rated at 12 volts

but is designed to take advantage of the additional voltage available when the vehicle is running.

The two major advantages of the unregulated power supply are:

•awesome dynamic power capabilities

•added continuous power with higher voltages (see chart below)

Because of the dynamic properties of most music, all audio components should be able to react

accordingly. Thanks to its unregulated power supply, the Reference705 can comfortably exceed its

rated power for dynamic portions of the music.

4 ohm Power

200 watts x 1 @ 12 volts

250 watts x 1 @ 14.4 volts

INSTALLATION STEP 1

SETTING THE

HIGH POWER/HIGH CURRENT SWITCH

(applies to subwoofer channel only)

The Reference705’s subwoofer channel can be switched between “High Power” and “High Current” modes.

This allows the Reference705 to maximize power and efficiency at impedances ≥1 Ohm in “High Power”

mode, or down to 1/2 Ohm in “High Current” mode.

The circuit operates by selecting a set of power supply voltage rails best suited to your particular application.

One is a higher voltage “tap” optimized for high impedance applications while the other is lower voltage

designed to provide more current. Unlike other amplifiers, Soundstream’s REFERENCE amplifiers can be

configured to drive virtually any impedance and make maximum power!

To determine the setting for your application, follow the chart below:

4 Ω

12 Volts 2 ΩΩ

14.4 Volts 1 Ω

14.4 Volts 1/2 Ω

14.4 Volts

High Power

Watts 200

300 400 n/a

High Current

Watts 100 200 300 400

OTHER COMMENTS:

If you blow fuses with your Reference705, switch to the High Current mode. If

the problem persists, it is likely that the amplifier is seeing a dead short, either

in the speaker wire or in the speaker itself. Rectify the problem before

blowing multiple fuses!

SELECTING THE CROSSOVER MODES

The Reference705 incorporates a sophisticated, fully adjustable electronic crossover for each of its

two pairs of channels and subwoofer channel. The Reference705 can drive a full system without

need of an outboard electronic crossover.

Before installing the amplifier, make certain the switches on the bottom are set to the correct

positions. After setting the switches, be sure to install the hole plugs included with the amplifier.

LOW PASS

The subwoofer channel is designed to operate in low pass or full range. The low pass is a continuously

variable 24 dB/octave electronic crossover with a range of 30 -120 Hz.

2-WAY

HIGH PASS

The high pass crossover is used for sending only midrange and high frequency information to particular

speakers. Activate the high pass crossover to drive satellite or coaxial speakers in the system along with

subwoofers. You can later adjust the exact frequency from the front of the amplifier. The high pass

frequency can be adjusted separately for either pair of channels of the amplifier.

REAR FILL DE-EMPHASIS

The Reference705 features an innovative rear fill de-emphasis circuit which places more emphasis on the

front stage when used in the five channel mode. The circuit removes frequencies above 7,000 Hz at the

rate of 6 dB/octave. By removing upper frequency information from the rear fill, a more natural sounding

rear fill effect is created.

3-WAY

MIDBASS/MIDRANGE BAND PASS

The Reference705 can be operated in midrange or midbass “band pass” configuration. In the 3-way

mode, you can tri-amplify with “active” midbass or midrange to maximize control over individual drivers.

The bandpass includes a low pass and a high pass filter, which work independent of one another, to drive

the midrange or midbass speakers. In 3-way crossover mode, channels 1 & 2 become HIGH PASS, and

channels 3 & 4 become BANDPASS. (NOTE: In 3-way mode, channels 3 & 4 inputs are not used.)

INSTALLATION STEP 2

SELECTING INPUT MODES

The Reference705 can be driven with either one, two, or three pairs of stereo inputs. If your source unit has

front and rear outputs, you can take advantage of its fading capability by driving the Reference705 in 5

channel mode with two pairs of inputs. When operated in the 5 channel mode with 2 pairs of inputs, the

lowpass subwoofer channel will operate in a non-fading mode—it derives its signal from the front and rear

inputs. After setting the input mode switches, be sure to install the hole plugs included with the amplifier.

5 CHANNEL OPERATION WITH 4 CHANNELS OF INPUT

•Front input to Channels 1 & 2 and set stereo switch to either “Coherent Stereo” or “Mixed-Mono”

•Rear input to Channels 3 & 4 and set input switch to “3 & 4”; stereo switch to either “Coherent Stereo” or

“Mixed-Mono”

•Subwoofer input switch set to “CH 1 -4”

5 CHANNEL OPERATION WITH 2 CHANNELS OF INPUT

•Input to Channels 1 & 2; set stereo switch to either “Coherent Stereo” or “Mixed-Mono”

•Channels 3 & 4: set input switch to “Internal From Ch 1 & 2”; stereo switch to either “Coherent Stereo” or

“Mixed-Mono”

•Subwoofer input switch set to “CH 1 -4”

3 CHANNEL OPERATION WITH 2 CHANNELS OF INPUT

•Input to Channels 1 & 2: set stereo switch to “Mono”

•Input to Channels 3 & 4: set input switch to “3 & 4”; stereo switch to “Mono”

•Subwoofer input switch set to “CH 1 -4”

INSTALLATION STEP 3

For system

examples and

diagrams, see pages

14 -17.

COHERENT STEREO/BRIDGED MONO

The stereo channels of the Reference705 have the ability to operate in either of the following modes:

Coherent Stereo with identical left and right stereo channels for maximum fidelity.

Bridged Mono for dedicated single channel operation; ideal for using the Reference705 in three-channel

operation. It is also used when large amounts of power are necessary for single speakers. In bridged mono,

only the right channel input (per pair of channels) is active.

INSTALLATION STEP 4

In bridged mono, only the right channel

input is active.

INSTALLATION STEP 5

WIRING DIAGRAM

WIRING

POWER AND GROUND

To assure maximum output from the Reference705, use high quality, low-loss power and ground

cables. The Reference705 will accept up to 4 gauge power and ground cables, which is the only

size recommended.

CIRCUIT BREAKERS/FUSES

EXTERNAL

Like all car audio amplifiers, the Reference705 must be protected with a fuse or circuit breaker

located within 18” of the battery. This will prevent a fire in the event of a shorted cable. The

value of the circuit breaker or fuse should be between 60 and 80 amps.

INTERNAL

The Reference705 is fused on its front panel with a 40 amp Maxi-fuse. In the event of a blown

power supply fuse, the “Fault” indicator on the front panel will light. Never replace the fuse with

a higher value than what is supplied. This may result in amplifier damage and will void the

warranty!

REMOTE TURN-ON

Connect the turn-on lead from the source unit to the “Remote” input on the amplifier. When +12

volts is received, the amplifier will turn on.

SIGNAL CABLE

Depending on your application, you may use one to three pairs of signal cables to drive your

Reference705. Use a high-quality cable that will be easy to install and has minimal signal loss to

guarantee optimum performance.

SPEAKER CABLE

The Reference705 will accept up to 8 gauge speaker cable. Use a high quality, flexible, multi-strand

cable for best performance and longevity. Soundstream Speaker120 (12 gauge) is ideal.

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