AudioSource AMP800VS User manual

Audio
Source
®
AMPSOOVS
Multi-Zone Power Amplifier
FEATURES:
8 Independent Channel inputs, 2 Buss Inputs
2 Buss Outputs
Independent Channel Gain Controls
Manual, Auto,
or
Triggered On/OffModes
Bridgeable Channel Outputs
Rack Mountable (Rack Mount Included)
LED Status Indicator Lights
Phoenix-Style Speaker Connectors
Stable Class
AlB
Design
Extensive Protection Circuitry
SPECIFICATIONS
Stereo
(8
oh
m):
8 x 40W per channel, <0.2% THD+N
Stereo
(4
ohm): 8 x 40W per channel, <0.2% THD+N
Bridged Mono
(8
ohm
):
80W, 1kHz, <0.2% THD+N
Frequency Response: 1
OHz
-50kHz,
+OdBI
-3dB
Signal to
No
i
se
Ratio: 1
OOdB
below 40W output into 8 ohms
Channel Separati
on
: 70dB @ 1kHz, referred to 40W output
into 8 ohms
Input Sensitivity: Variable, 380mV for full output with
Level control at maximum
AC Power Consumption: 680W maximum
Net Weight:
251bs
I 11.3kgs
Gross Weight:
311bs
I
14
.1kgs
AudioSource®
13970
SW
?2nd
Ave
Portland
,
OR
97223
503.914.4688
www
.audiosource.net
Congratulations on
your
purchase
of
the AudioSource® AMP800VS.
Please take a few moments
to
read this entire manual, and be sure to
retain this document for future reference. Please read and observe all
safetyinstructions detailed on page
2.
NOTE:
If
anypart
of
this product is damaged
or
missing, please call your
dealer
or
AudioSource® directly
at
1.877. 715.5439
or
503.914.4688.
Please read
your
warranty
and
retain
your
receipt
and
original carton
for possible future use.
For
more information about
Aud
ioSource® electronics, speakers
and
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Manual
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MANUAL
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER. NO
USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL!
A
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is
intended to alert
the
user
of
the presence
of
important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the
literature accompanying the appliance.
EXPLANATION
OF
SAFETY
SYMBOLS
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The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within
an
equilateral triangle is intended
to
alert the user
to
the
presence
of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the products' enclosure that
may
be
of
sufficient magnitude
to
constitute a risk
of
electricshock
to
persons.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
• WARNING: TO
PREVENT
FIRE
OR
SHOCK
HAZARD, DO
NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO
RAIN
OR
MOISTURE.
THE
APPARATUS SHALL
NOT
BE EXPOSED
TO
DRIPPING
OR
SPLASHING
AND
THAT OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL
NOT
BE PLACED
ON APPARATUS.
• WARNING:
TO
PREVENT
FIRE
OF
SHOCK
HAZARD,
DO
NOT
USE
THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR
OTHER
OUTLET
UNLESS
THE
BLADES CAN
BE
FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
• WARNING: THE MAINS
PLUG
IS
USED
AS
DISCONNECT DEVICE. THE DISCONNECT DEVICE SHALL REMAIN READILY AVAILABLE.
• WARNING: ONLY
USE
ATTACHMENTS
OR
ACCESSORIES SPECIFIED
OR
PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Followall instructions.
5.
Do
not
usethis apparatus nearwater.
6. Clean onlywith
dry
cloth.
7. Do notblock any ventilation openings. The ventilation should not be impeded
by
covering the ventilation openings with items such
as
newspaper, table-
cloths, curtains etc. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8.
Do
not
install
near
heatsources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. No open flame
sources, such
as
lighted candles, should be placed
on
the apparatus.
9.
Do
notdefeatthe safety purpose
of
the polarized
or
grounding type plug.
A polarized plug has two bladeswith one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade
or
third prong is provided
for
yoursafety.
If
the provided plug does not fit into
your
outlet, consult
an
electrician for replacement
of
the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on
or
pinched particularly atthe
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
at
the point
of
exit from the apparatus.
11.
Only
use
attachments/accessories
specified
by
the manufacturer.
12.
Use
only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or
table
specified
by
the manufacturer,
or
sold with
the
apparatus.
When
a cart
or
rack
is
used,
use
caution when moving
the
cart/apparatus
combination
to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms
or
when unused forlong periods
of
time.
14. Referall servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing isrequired when the
apparatus has been damaged
in
any way, such as powersupply cord
or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or
objects have fallen intothe
apparatus has been exposed to rain
or
moisture, does not operate normally,
or
has been dropped.
15. WARNING:
To
reduce the risk
of
fire
or
electric shock,
do
notexpose this
apparatus to rain
or
moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping
or
splashing and thatobjects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall not
be
placed on apparatus.
16. WARNING: The mains plug/appliance coupleris used
as
disconnectdevice,
the disconnectdevice shall remain readily operable.
17.
r[jl
This equipment is a Class
II
or
double insulated electrical appliance. It
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is designed in such a waythat itdoes notrequire a safety connection
toelectrical earth.
18.
-This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alertthe userto the presence
of
non-insulated "dangerous voltage"
within the product's enclosure that maybe
of
sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk
of
electric shock.
-Warning: to reduce the risk
of
electric shock,
do
not
remove cover(or back)
as
there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Referservicing
to
qualified personnel.
-The exclamation pointwithin an equilateral triangle is intended to alertthe user
to the presence
of
importantoperating and maintenance instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
MAGNETIC FIELD: !!CAUTION!!
Do
not
locate sensitive high-gain equipment such
as
preamplifiers
or
tape decks directly above
or
below
the
unit. Because
this amplifier
has
a high
power
density,
it
has
a strong magnetic field, which can induce hum into unshielded devices that are located nearby.
The
field is
strongest
just
above and belowthe unit.
If
an
equipment rack
is
used,
we
recommend locating the amplifier(s) in the bottom
of
the
rack and the preamplifier
or
other
sensitive equipment
at
the top.
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FRONT
PANELCONTROLS
1. MasterPowerSwitchI
Indicator
LED
Front panel pushbutton power switch turns the amplifier on and off.When the
switch is on and the indicator
LED
is red, the amplifier is
in
standby mode.The
remote turn on switch (located on the rear) is either in the "trigger"
or
"auto"
position.When the LED is blue, the amplifier is fully active. The master power
switch will turn
off
the amplifier
no
matterwhich power mode has been selected.
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3. BUS
Line
InputsI Outputs
The
AMP800VS has two common
or
BUS inputs that receives audio signals from
standard line-level audio sources and sends them
to
any
or
all channels. The BUS
line outputs are directfeed-through
to
allow the
BUS
inputs to be fed
to
other
amplifiers. Be sure to use high quality RCA cables that feature low impedance,
shielding and high quality connectors.
4.
RemoteTurn-On Switch
Thisswitch selectstheturn-on stimuli thatwill put theamplifier in ready mode.
"Trigger'' setting relies on 3-30V AC/DC voltage going intothe triggerinputto
activatethe amplifier. "Auto" setting senses a signal on the RCA line-level inputs
and automaticallyputsthe amp in readymode."On"setting puts the amp
constantly in ready mode so that it can
be
controlled
by
the master power switch
on the front panel. In "Auto" mode, the amplifierwill take approximately
15
minutes to return from ready to standby mode.
5. Trigger
Input
I Output
The
trigger input is a handy feature when connecting the amplifier to an
automated audio system. The 3.5mm miniplug
jack
will accept a 3-30VAC/DC
outputfrom another device,
or
from a separate power supply.When the trigger
inputis energized, the ampturnsfrom standbyto
ON
mode. When using the
AMP800VS with a receiverwithouta trigger output, the voltage can come from a
12V
wall wart(3.5mm tip-positive connector) plugged intothe receiver's switched
outletand the triggerinput.The AMP800VS can
also
provide an outputtrigger
voltage (12DC @500mA max.)
to
turn
on
and
off
other
devices intheaudio system.
When
theamplifierturns
off
(standby mode), the voltage will drop to zero.
6.
ChannelGain Control
Each channel has its own independent level adjustment. This allows the output
level
of
each speakerto
be
perfectly matched
to
its area. Itcan also be used
to
limitthe maximum audio level in a certain area.
7.
Bridging
Switch
By
simply flipping a single switch, two channe
ls
can
be combined
to
increase the
total poweroutput. This is helpful when extra
power
is needed in certain areas.
Note:
The
minimum impedance for bridged channels is 8 ohms.Also, please
observetheproperspeakerwiringwhen bridging channels. Input selection and
volume settings for bridgedchannelswill
be
controlled
by
theleftchannel."BR"
is
bridged mode and
"Sr
is non-bridged
or
stereo mode.
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2. Zone Status Indicators
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1.
Front
Panel
Each
pair
of
channels
or
zones
has a bi-color LED
to
indicateitsoperational
status.These indicatorsprovide quick and easytroubleshooting
of
thesystem.
If
the
circuitrydetermines that a channel must
be
shut down dueto excessive
heat
or
low
impedance
(a
short), onlythe channels thatare affected will beturned offcausing
the zone LED
to
turn red. Theremaining zoneswill continuetooperateand maintain
a blue
LED
status. Oncethe condition has been corrected forthe zone in question,
the status LED will return to blue.
Note:WhenthepowerLED isred andthezone status LEOS are not lit (off) indicates
the unit is
in
stand by mode.
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2.
Rear
Panel
8.
Input
Selection Switch
Each channel is capable
of
delivering the source from many inputs. The three main
inputs are BUS 1,
BUS
2 and LINE IN. The selection for these inputs is done via the
Input Selection switch associated with each channel. Select the desired source input.
Set the Input Selection switch
to
BUS 1 (will play source connected
to
the BUS 1
input), BUS 2 (will play source connected
to
the BUS 2 input)
or
LINE
IN
(will play
source connected to that channel's LINE IN).
9. SpeakerOutputTerminals
The
AMP800VS uses high quality Phoenix style connectors for the speaker
connections. Use 14-18 gauge stranded two-conductor loudspeaker wire. Ensure that
at least 2 inches
of
each conductorare separated. Strip away
Y.
inch
of
insulation
from each conductor. Connect the appropriate conductor to each screw terminal,
observing correct polarity. Also, please observe proper speaker wiring when bridging
channels.
10.
Individual
Channel
Input
All eight channels have theirown dedicated inputthat allows the connection
of
audio
sources
in
addition to the common BUS inputs.This is useful when using the
AMP800VS with an audio matrix switcher.
11
.
AC
Voltage
Switch
The
unitisset
at
thefactory for 115VU.S.operation;simply connect the included IEC
power cord to your wall outlet. For
230Voperation, movethevoltageselectorswitchto
the 230V position. When operating
at
230V the internal fuse located in the IEC
socket should also
be
changed.
In
most
230V
applications a separate power cord will
be
required and is
not
included.
12. IEC PowerConnector
The unit comes with
an
IEC
jack
that permits removal
of
the
AC
powercord. This
allows the flexibility
of
changing the powercord for different countries. The IEC socket
also houses the main fuse holder. Plug the powercord supplied with the amplifier into
the amplifierand a wall outlet
or
appropriate surge protector.
CAUTION:
DO
NOT plug the amplifier's powercord into a switched outlet, such as
what
is
provided on some Surround Receivers.
If
you wish to have the amplifierturn
on when the Receiver is powered up,
use
one
of
the powermodes, such
as
Trigger
or
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NOTES ABOUT HUM:
While the AMP800VS hasbeen designed to minimizethe possibility
of hum in the audio system, itis still possible that a hum will occur
in rare circumstances. Its safety grounding can create a path for
small amounts
of 60Hz energy to travel trough the line-level audio
system.While notdangerous,this energy can cause difficultywith
the auto signal sensing circuit, and
at the very least will interfere
with the quietenjoyment
of yoursystem.The first course of action
should betrying to makesurethatall
of theaudiocomponents are
connected
to eitherthe same electrical outlet, or at least into the
same circuit branch. Next, cable
TV systems are notoriously the
culprit, so be sure to
try disconnecting all coaxial feeds that are
connectedtothesystem.lfthissolvesthe problem, install a coaxial
line isolator and reconnect the system. In the very worst case, a
line-level audio isolator/transformerconnected to the line-in
of the
subwooferamplifierwill usually solve the problem.
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AudioSource® warrants its amplifier products against defects in materials
and workmanship fora limited period
of time. For a period of two years from
date
of original purchase, we will repair or replace the product, atour option,
without charge for parts and labor. Customer must pay all parts and labor
charges after the limited warranty period expires. The limited warranty period
for factory refurbished products expires after ninety (90) days from date of
original purchase.
Thislimitedwarrantyappliesonlyto purchasesfrom authorized AudioSource®
electronics retailers. This limited warranty is extended only to the original
purchaser and is valid only to consumers in the United States.
Consumers are required to provide a copy
of the original sales invoice from
an authorized AudioSource® dealer when making a claim againstthis limited
warranty. This limited warrantyonly covers failures dueto defects
in materials
or workmanship that occur during normal use. It does not cover failures
resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication,
alteration, faulty installation, modification, service by anyone other than
AudioSource®,
or damage that is attributable to Acts of God. It does not
cover costs
of transportation to AudioSource® or damage in transit. The
customer should return his defective product, freight prepaid and insured, to
AudioSource® only after receiving a Return Authorization.
This warranty will become void if the serial number identification has been
wholly
or partially removed, altered or erased. Repair or replacement under
the terms
of this warranty does not extend the terms ofthis warranty. Should
a product prove to be defective
in workmanship or material, the consumer's
sole remedies will be repair
or replacement as provided under the terms
of this war ranty. Under no circumstances shall AudioSource® be liable for
loss
or damage, direct, consequential or incidental, arising out of the use of
or inability to use the product. There are no express warranties other than
described above.
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Important Safet Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5)
Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with a dry cloth.
7)
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
according
to manufacturer's instructions.
8)
Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus(including amplifiers) that may produce
heat.
9)
Do not override the safety purpose of the
polarization or grounding-type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong
is provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult
an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at the plug and the point where
it exits the amplifier.
11) Only use attachments I accessories specified by
the manufacturer
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacture or sold with the
apparatus, when a cart
is used, use caution when
moving the cart I apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for a long periods oftime.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been
damaged
in any way such as when the power
supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
& I CAUTION
RI SK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO
NOT OPEN
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15) Do not expose this equipment to dripping or
moisture and ensure that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases are placed
on the
equipment.
16)
To completely disconnect this equipment from the
AC mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug
from the AC receptacle.
17) Minimum distances
of 20mm around the apparatus
for sufficient ventilations.
18) Do not install this equipment
in a confined space
such as book case or similar unit, the ventilation
should not
be impended by covering the ventilation
openings with items such as newspaper,
table-cloth, curtains etc.
19) The main plug appliance coupler
is used as
disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
20) WARNING: to reduce the risk
of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.
WHAT'S THE MEANING Of' THIS?
1he lightningflash withan arrow
triangular symbolis intendedto alert
the user to thepresence
of non-
insulated "ddngerous voltage" within
theproducts enclosure,
and may be of
sufficientmagnitude to constitutea
risk
of electric shock
WHAT'S THE MEANING Of' THIS?
1he exclamation point triangular
symbolis intendedto alertthe user
to thepresence
of important operat-
ing
and maintenance (servicing)
instructions
in the user manual
accompanyingthis amplifier