Hello all. This is my first post here, and I am a true novice. I have successfully completed some guitar switching pedals, but this is my first pc board project. So, I appreciate your patience! Here we go:
I purchased this kit: New TDA2030A Amplifier Amp Board DIY Kit Free Shipping | eBay
I put it together, and it seems to be all set up. I have checked over my solder work and all the connections look good. Now, I have no idea how to power it!
My only attempt so far, was to attach a 9v battery harness to the ground/ac terminals. I was able to get a signal when I plugged in the signal from my laptop through an RCA adapter, but I had to have the volume knob turned almost completely up to get a signal, and the output was low and distorted compared to what I expected from an amp at this wattage. My guess it that this is an insufficient power source.
So, I am looking for suggestions on how I should go about properly powering this amp. Again, I am a beginner so I appreciate any dumbing down you feel will help me grasp the concepts. Thanks!
Jacob
I purchased this kit: New TDA2030A Amplifier Amp Board DIY Kit Free Shipping | eBay
I put it together, and it seems to be all set up. I have checked over my solder work and all the connections look good. Now, I have no idea how to power it!
My only attempt so far, was to attach a 9v battery harness to the ground/ac terminals. I was able to get a signal when I plugged in the signal from my laptop through an RCA adapter, but I had to have the volume knob turned almost completely up to get a signal, and the output was low and distorted compared to what I expected from an amp at this wattage. My guess it that this is an insufficient power source.
So, I am looking for suggestions on how I should go about properly powering this amp. Again, I am a beginner so I appreciate any dumbing down you feel will help me grasp the concepts. Thanks!
Jacob