Single Amplifier — Basic System
[VISUAL PLACEHOLDER: WiringSingleAmp_4Channel.png] Description: Complete wiring diagram: head unit → 4-ch amp via 4 RCA cables + remote wire; amp → 4 speakers (FL, FR, RL, RR); power wire with inline fuse from battery; ground to chassis; all wire gauges labeled
Components: - Head unit with 4-channel preamp output - 4-channel amplifier - 4 speakers - 1 power wire run (fused at battery) - 1 ground wire
Wire specifications for 200W total system: - Power: 8 AWG from battery to amp (fused 40A at battery) - Ground: 8 AWG, amp chassis to chassis ground point - Speaker wire: 16 AWG, max 10 ft runs - RCA: Quality shielded, routed opposite side from power