Rockville ATOM 8W 8 Channel 3500 Watt Marine/Boat Amplifier Amp w/Bluetooth User Manual

Package Contents

• Amplifier
• 80A External Fuse
• Birth sheet with Tested Power
• Mounting Hardware
• Warranty Card
• Owner’s Manual

Installation

1. Choose a suitable location for the amplifier in your boat or vehicle. Ensure the location has proper ventilation and is not exposed to moisture or extreme temperatures.
2. Using the mounting hardware provided, securely mount the amplifier to the chosen location.
3. Connect the power and ground cables to the appropriate terminals on the amplifier. Make sure to use a proper gauge wire for your setup.
4. Install the 80A external fuse to the power cable, as close to the battery as possible.
5. Connect the speaker wires to the appropriate terminals on the amplifier. Make sure to maintain proper polarity (positive to positive, negative to negative).
6. Connect the RCA input cables from your audio source (head unit, Bluetooth device, etc.) to the amplifier's RCA input terminals.
7. Turn on your audio source and adjust the amplifier's settings (crossovers, gain, etc.) to your desired sound preferences.

Troubleshooting Tips

• If the amplifier does not turn on, check the power and ground connections, as well as the external fuse.
• If you experience distortion or clipping, try adjusting the gain settings on the amplifier.
• If the amplifier overheats, ensure it has proper ventilation and is not exposed to extreme temperatures.
• If you experience noise or interference, check your RCA and speaker cable connections for proper shielding and grounding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use this amplifier without a head unit?

A: Yes, the Rockville ATOM 8W features Bluetooth connectivity, allowing you to connect your device directly to the amplifier and bypass the need for a head unit.

Q: Is this amplifier suitable for use with subwoofers?

A: Yes, the ATOM 8W has adjustable crossovers and low-pass filter settings, making it suitable for use with subwoofers as well as full-range speakers and tweeters.

Q: How do I adjust the crossovers and filters on this amplifier?

A: The ATOM 8W features independent crossover controls for CH1-4 and CH5-8, allowing you to configure the amplifier for low-pass, high-pass, or full-range operation. The variable high-pass filter can be set between 50Hz - 250Hz at 12dB/octave, and the variable low-pass filter can be set between 50Hz - 250Hz at 12dB/octave.

Q: What is the recommended speaker impedance for this amplifier?

A: The Rockville ATOM 8W can handle speaker loads of 4 ohms or 2 ohms per channel. When bridging channels, a 4-ohm load is recommended.

Q: How do I connect multiple speakers to this amplifier?

A: You can connect up to 8 full-range speakers, 16 full-range speakers (2 per channel), or a combination of subwoofers, full-range speakers, and tweeters. Make sure to maintain proper impedance and observe the amplifier's power handling capabilities when connecting multiple speakers.

Q: What is included in the box?
A: The box includes the amplifier, 80A external fuse, birth sheet with tested power, mounting hardware, warranty card, and owner’s manual.

Q: What are some popular configurations for this amplifier?
A: Some popular configurations include 4 full range speakers and 2 or 4 subwoofers, 8 full range speakers and 2 or 4 subwoofers, 8 full range speakers (one per channel), 16 full range speakers (2 per channel), a combination of midrange speakers and tweeters, and a combination of subwoofers, full range speakers, and tweeters.

Q: What is the power output of this amplifier?
A: The Rockville ATOM 8W amplifier has a peak output of 3500 watts and a Dyno Certified RMS rated power of 880 watts.

Q: Can this amplifier be configured to fewer channels?
A: Yes, this amplifier can be configured to 8, 6, or 4 channels.

Q: Does this amplifier have Bluetooth capability?
A: Yes, this amplifier has Bluetooth wireless with auto pairing.

Q: Is this amplifier resistant to salt water and moisture?
A: Yes, this amplifier has UV and salt water resistant paint, silk screen, and heat sink enclosure. The marine-grade conformal coated boards also resist corrosion from salt spray and moisture.

Q: What kind of crossover does this amplifier have?
A: This amplifier has a fully adjustable 12dB/octave crossover that supports low pass, full, and high pass. It also has two crossovers where every four channels has its own set of advanced filters.

Q: What kind of protection does this amplifier have?
A: The ATOM 8W is protected by full IC controlled circuitry with mute, delay, and soft start technology to protect your amplifier and speakers from thumping when you turn your vehicle on. It also has 4-way system protection circuitry (DC, short, thermal, overload).

Q: What are the dimensions and weight of this amplifier?
A: The dimensions of this amplifier are 6.7" W x 2" H x 10.8" L and it weighs 7.78 pounds.

Q: Does this amplifier come with a warranty?
A: Yes, this amplifier comes with a warranty card and owner’s manual.