Denon POA-A1HDCI User manual

DENON
POWER AMPLIFIER
POA-A1HDCI
Owner's Manual

oSAFETY PRECAUTIONS
A. RISK OF ELECTR~C SHOCK A
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CAUTION:
TO REDUCETHE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
A
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute arisk of electric
shock to persons.
A
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
TO REDUCETHE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT
EXPOSETHISAPPUANCETO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
To completely disconnect this product from the mains, disconnect the plug
from the wall socket outlet.
The mains plug is used to completely interrupt the power supply
to the unit
and must be within easy access by the user.
PRECAUTION:
Pour de connecter completement ce produit du courant secteur, debranchez
la prise de la prise murale.
La prise secteur est utilisee pour couper completement I'alimentation de
I'appareil et I'utilisateur doit pouvoir yacceder facilement.
I
IMPOTANT SAFETY
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 dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers. stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. Agrounding
type plug has
two blades and athird grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. 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 at
plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they 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 acart is used, use caution when moving the carV
apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when ~
unused for long periods of time. ~_
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as 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.
FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)
1. PRODUCT
This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following
two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) this product must accept any interference received.
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT
This product. when installed as indicated in the instructions contained
in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly
approved by DENON may void your authority, granted
by the FCC, to use
the product.
3. NOTE
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a
Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference
in aresidential installation.
This product generates. uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and.
if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However. there
is no
guarantee that interference will not occur
in aparticular installation. If this
product does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception.
which
can be determined by 1urning the product OFF and ON, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
•Connect the product into
an outlet on acircuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or
an experienced radiolTV technician for help.
This
Class Bdigital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique de la cia sse Best conforme a la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.

oNOTE ON USE IOBSERVATIONS RELATIVES AL'UTILISATION
• Keep the unit free from moisture. water,
and dust.
• Proteger rappareil contre I'humidite. I'aau
et la poussiere.
• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when
installed In a rade I-------------------j
• Eviler des temperatures elev6es.
Tanir compte d'une dispersion de chaleur
suffisante lors de !'installation sur une
etagere.
• Do not Jet foreign objects into the unit.
• Ne pas laisser des objets etrangers dans
rappareil.
CAUTION:
•The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, etc.
•No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the unit.
•Observe and follow local regulations regarding battery disposal.
•Do not expose the unit to dripping or splashing fluids.
•Do
not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the unit.
ATTENTION:
• La ventilation ne doit pas Ewe genee en recouvrant les ouvertures de la ventilation avec des objets tels que journaux,
rideaux, tissus, etc.
•Aucune flamme nue, par exemple une bougie, ne doit etre placee sur I'appareil.
•Veillez !l respecter les lois en vigueur lorsque vous jetez les piles usagees.
•L'appareil ne doit pas etre
expose!l I'eau ou !l I'humidite.
•Ne pas poser d'objet contenant du liquide, par exemple un vase, sur I'appareil.
•
Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
• Manipuler Je cordon d'alimentation avec
precaution.
Tanir Ia prise lars du debranchement du
cordon.
• Unplug the power cord when not using the
unit for long periods of time.
•
Oebrancher Ie cordon d'alimentation
lorsque rappareil n'est pas utilise pendant
de Iongues periodes.
• (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Ne pas obstruer les trous d'aeration.
• Do not let inseclk:ides. benzene. and
thinner come in contact with the unit.
• Ne pas menre en contact des insecticides.
du benzene at un diluant avec rapparei!.
• Never disassemble or modify the unit in
anyway.
• Ne jamais demonter ou modifier rappareil
d'une maniare ou d'une autre.
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IContents
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Accessories········································ .. ······· .. ········ .. ······· ..··..·· .. ······· 1
Cautions on Handling·...... ··· · · .. ·· .. · .. ··· · · .. · .. · ..·· ·1
Cautions on Installation .. · · 2
Preparations· · .. · .. ·2
Part Names and Functions · · .. · · .. ·3
Front Panel· 3
Rear Panel········· .. ············· .. ··· .. ··.. · .. ·········· .. · .. ······· ···· .. ···· .. ·· .. ···· .. 4
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Preparations .. ·5
Cables Used for Connections · 5
Connecting the speaker cables · · ·
.. · 5
Settings ·· .. · .. ····· .. ······ ··· .. 6
Change the input mode 6
Change the operation mode · · · · · ·
.. · .. ·6
Change the control mode
.. · · .. · · · ·6
Connect to AVP-A1HOCI ·· ·· · · · ·7
Connecting to an RCA input terminal · · .. · .. · .. · · ·7
Connecting to
an XLR input terminal .. · 7
Connecting 2POA·A1HDCI units to the AVP·A1HDCI· · .. · ·8
Settings·· .. ······ .. ················ .. ······· .. ······ ······ .. ····· .. ········ .. ······· ·····8
Settings and Connections· · · 9
Normal Connections· .. ··· · .. · ..··.. ····· · .. ········ ····· ..·· ··· 9
Bi-Amp Connections
··· · · · · · 10
Bridge Connections ·· · .. · · · · · · · · .. ·11
Connecting the External Controller 12
Connecting the Power Cord 12
Once Connections are Completed 12
Turning the Power On ·13
Select the channel to display on the channel level meter········ 13
Set the channel level meter 13
Before any home theater component can be THX Ultra2 certified,
it must incorporate
all the features above and also pass arigorous
series of quality
and performance tests. Only then can aproduct
feature the
THX Ultra2 logo, which is your guarantee that the Home
Theater products you purchase will give you superb performance for
many years to come.
THX Ultra2 requirements cover every aspect
of the product including power amplifier performance, pre-amplifier
performance
and operation. as well as hundreds of other parameters
in both the digital and analog domain.
In addition to improvements to the power amplifier with respect
to previous
THX Ultra standards. three surround modes have been
added. the
THX Ultra2 Cinema mode. THX Music Mode and THX
Games Mode.
*"THX" and "Ultra2" are trademarks of THX Ltd. THX may be
registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved.
* In the NORMAL connection and Bi-AMP connection operation
mode,
POA-A 1 HDCI has acquired THX certification. To play back
data
in amanner that complies with the THX standard. use the
NORMAL connection or Bi-AMP connection mode.
Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper
operation. please
read this owner's manual carefully before using the
product.
After reading them.
be sure to keep them for future reference.
Accessories
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
CD Owner's manual ..
@Warranty (for North America model only) ..
®Service station list................ 1
®Power cord (Cord length: Approx. 5ft /1.5 m) 1
®Control link cable (Cord length: Approx. 10 ft /3 m) 1
Cautions on Handling
•Before turning the power switch on
Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are
no problems with the connection cables.
•Power
is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is
set to the standby mode. When traveling or leaving home for long
periods of time.
be sure to unplug the power cord from the power
outlet.
•About condensation
If there is amajor difference in temperature between the inside of
the unit
and the surroundings. condensation (dew) may form on
the operating parts inside the unit. causing the unit not
to operate
properly.
If this happens. let the unit sit for
an hour or two with the power
turned off
and wait until there is little difference in temperature
before using the unit.
•Cautions on using mobile phones
Using amobile phone near this unit may result in noise. If so. move
the mobile phone away from this unit when it
is in use.
•Moving the unit
Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power
outlet.
Next. disconnect the connection cables to other system units before
moving the unit.
•Note that the illustrations
in these instructions may differ from the
actual unit for explanation purposes.
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Before using this unit. the following steps should be followed. according to the situation in which the unit will be used. I
"Connection and Settings"
(l3Fpage
5)
"ConnectingtheExternal Controller"
(l3Fpage
12)
•Normal Connections
(l3Fpage 9)
•Bi·Amp Connections
(l3Fpage 10)
•Bridge Connections
(l3Fpage 11)
Set the control method
Set the operation mode and input mode,
then connect the speakers
All setup options are carried out
using the
AVP-A 1 HDCI setup
menu. ("Connect to AVP-A1HDCI"
(l3Fpage
7))
"OPTION/1/2 mode selection"
(l3Fpage
6)
Preparations
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Cautions on Installation
Wall
Note:
For proper heat dispersal,
do not install this unit in aconfined
space,
such as abookcase or similar enclosure.
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•Since this unit is very heavy, when installing it on a rack etc, the
maximum
load capacity of the rack should always be checked first.
Please refer to the user manual for the
rack for the maximum load
capacity.
•Always have at least
two people work together to move the POA-
A1HDCI.
Operations ("Operations" (l3Fpage 13))
2

oAbout channel level meter
You can select the output level (dB indicator) of each power amp
channel to check the meter.
If asine
wave is input. the output power for the meter indicator is
as
shown in the following table.
•
When NORMAL connection or Bi-AMP connection is used
Output
4O/ohms load 6 O/ohms load 8 O/ohms load
indicator
o(dB) 300
IV'J) 200 (VII)
150(W)
-10 (dB) 30
IV'J) 20(W)
15 IV'J)
-20 (dB) 3
IV'J)
2(W)
1.5(W)
-30 (dB) 300 (mW) 200 (mW) 150 (mW)
-40 (dB) 30 (mW)
20 (mW) 15 (mW)
-50 (dB) 3(mW) 2(mW) 1.5 (mW)
•
When BRIDGE connection is used
Output
4 O/ohms load 6 O/ohms load 8 O/ohms load
indicator
o(dB) 1200
(VII) * 800(W) *600 (W)*
-10 (dB) 120(W) 80(W)
60 IV'J)
-20 (dB)
12(W)
8 IV'J) 6(W)
-30 (dB) 1200 (mW) 800 (mW) 600 (mW)
-40 (dB) 120 (mW) 80 (mW) 60 (mW)
-50 (dB) 12 (mW) 8(mW) 6(mW)
*Possible output by POA-A1HDCI is up to the rated output.
-NI"-
When outputting aprogram source that has data such as SACD. which
is higher than the audible band. the indicator moves differently than
the volume you hear.
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• PRE AMP CONTROL UNK indicator··.... ... .(6)
oCenter channel meter select button (METER) (13)
i> Center channel level meter .(13)
.. Right channel meter select buttons (METER) (13)
•Right channel meter indicators (R1 /R2 /R3 /R4) (13)
.. Right channel level meter.......... . (13)
•METER ON/OFF button (13)
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Part Names and Functions
•Power operation button (ON/STANDBY)·· (13)
f) Power indicator·· . (13)
•Power switch (_ON .OFF)····· . (13)
oLeft channel meter select button (METER) (13)
oLeft channel meter indicators (L 1/L2 /L3 /L4)·· (13)
oLeft channel level meter . .. (13)
•Center channel meter indicators (L5 /AS)············· ..··.. ··.····· (13)
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I Rear Panel
·····112)
.
(12)
oInput select switches·· 16)
8Operation mode select switch (6)
• Mode select switch (MODEl·· (6)
eCONTROL LINK connectors· ·17. 8)
oControl select switch (CONTROLI (6)
oTRIGGER IN jack·· (12)
f) RS·232C connector ..
e AC inlet (AC IN) .
oSpeaker terminals
(SPEAKERSI····(5. 7. 9 - 11)
eXLR input connectors 17. 9 - 11)
.. RCA input connectors·· (7. 9 - 11)
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The 0 - • and 0must be set before turning the power on. Settings which are changed after powering
on will not be registered. In such cases. the power should be switched off and on again.
4

Tighten the speaker terminal firmly before inserting the banana plug.
Carefully check the left
(L) and right (R) channels and +(red) and -(black) polarities on the speakers being
connected to the POA-A1HDCI, and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly.
~
2Turn the speaker tenninal oounterclockwiseto loosen it.
'1 Peel offabout0.03 ft /10 mm of sheathing from the tip of thespeaker
.
.. cable, then either twist the core wire tightly or terminate it.
4 TUJ;R the s~~r ~.~.c1QCkwise to tightenit.
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•Connect the speaker cables in such away that they do not stick out of the speaker terminals. The
protection circuit may be activated if the core wires touch the rear panel or ifthe +and -sides touch each
other (Gf" Protection circuit).
•Never touch the speaker terminals while the power supply is connected. Doing so could result in electric
shock.
(Input
rOutput
~ Output
{Input
Pin-plug cable
Balanced cable
Analog connections (XLR)
Analog connections (RCA)
Connections and Settings
Preparations
Select the cables according to the equipment being connected.
Connections for all compatible audio signal formats are described in these operating instructions.
Please select
the types ofconnections suited for the equipment you are connecting.
With some types of connections. certain settings must be made on the POA·A1HDCI. For details.
refer to the instructions for the respective connection items below.
.N.Ua
• Do not.plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed.
•When making connections. also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
•
Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right).
• Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in humming or noise.
Speaker connections
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Speaker cables
+If speakers with an impedance lower than specified are used for an extended period of time with the
volume turned up high, the temperature may rise, activating the protection circuit.
When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is shut off and the power indicator flashes
red. If this happens, unplug the power cord. then check the speaker cable and input cable connections.
If the set is extremely hot, wait for it to cool off and improve ventilation around it. Once this is done. plug
the power cord back in and turn the set's power back on.
Ifthe protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems in the ventilation around the
set nor
in the connections, the set may be damaged. Turn the power off, then contact aDENON service
center.
5

:Used as thesecond unitwhen two POA-A1 HOCI units
are connected.
:Operates the unit from theAVP-A1HOCI
(~page
n. .
•....• ~.~.V).'ll~I:·· :. Control m ... ode is not used.
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· f~: Operates the unit from equipment connected
'. to the RS-232C connector or TRIGGER IN iaclc
(~page12).
.liiiili.: for future use, if the range of functions is expanded.
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.li!fi~: Used as tile first unit when one POA-A1 HOCI unit is
.
), .used or two POA-A1 HOCI units are connected.
Select MODE.
When CONTROL is set td' AVP", the PRE AMP CONTROL LINK indi-
cator lights
in blue.
Use control link
to connect POA-A1 HOCI and AVP-A1 HOCI and switch
POA-A 1 HOCI according to the number of units to be connected.
OPTION I1I2mode selection
Use XLR. terminal.,
Use
RCA terminal.
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• t~i; Channel is not used.
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•When the input and Input select switch setting on the unit are
different. the unit does not operate.
•If
CONTROL is set to "AVP", this setting is invalid.
Set
how to use the power amp with each channel.
Bi-AMP INORMAL IBRIDGE mode selection
Set the Operation mode select switc;b.
·L_---"';./r .. "'·-·-~1i _ .'
.• !U!t ... ~: Used.for Bi-Amp connection.
.' .. -.. -- -- l" .
:Ulied forNORMAL connection.,
Operation mode
select switch MODE
Input select
switch
Settings
[Rear panell
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The MODE, CONTROL, Operation mode select switch and Input select
switch must be set before turning the power on. Settings which are
changed after powering
on will not be registered. In such cases, the
power should
be switched off and on again.
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•Channels that have the input mode set to "OFF" can not be
selected.
·If CONTROL is set to "AVP", this setting is invalid.
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Connect to AVP-A1 HDCI
This example shows the connection of an AV sound preamplifier AVP·A1HDCI (sold separately) to
the unit,
To operate POA-A1HDCI from AVP-A1HDCI. connect
the control link cable. set CONTROL switch to
"AVP" and then set MOOE switch to "1",
•Please refer to the AVP-A1HDCI owner's manual for setup and operation instructions.
•When connecting, please also refer
to the AVP-Al HDCI owner's manual.
-u.n. Always set the Input select switch for channels not in use to "OFF".
IConnecting to an RCA input terminal
Example: 7-channels (NORMAL setting) AVP-A1HDCI
Control
link cable
(included)
7
IConnecting to an XLR inpu~ terminal·
Example: 7-channels (NORMAL setting)
Control
link cable
(included)

AVP-A1HDCI
POA-A1HDCI (2nd unit)
Control link cable
(included)
The AVP-A1 HOCI can be operated when connected to 2POA-A1 HOCI
units.
Connecting 2POA-A1 HDCI units to
the AVp·A1
HDCI
Settings
1Connect the equipment using acontrol link cable.
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Please refer to the AVP-A1 HOCI owner's manual for setup and
operation instructions.
2Set
CONTROL switch of two POA·AIHDCI units to
"AVP"
(Gf'page 6).
3Set
MODE switch of POA-A1HDCI, which is
connected to AVP·A1HDCI, to "1",
and the other
MODE switch ofPOA·AIHDCI to "2" (Gf'page 6).
8

Operation mode select switchInput select switch
HIGH
--AUDIQ--
Bi-wiring connection
When using speakers that have input terminals for both woofer units and tweeter units, this connection
allows for the same signal
to be output from each unit.
With this connection the interference between signals for the woofer unit and tweeter unit
is low so that
you
can enjoy high quality sound in playback.
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The Operation mode select switch and Input select switch must be set before turning the power on.
Settings which are changed after powering on will not be registered. In such cases, the power should be
switched off and
on again.
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When using Bi-Wiring connection use 4 - 16 OIohms speakers for the impedance.Operation mode select switch
Input select switch
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Settings and Connections
Set the rear panel "Operation mode select switch" and "Input select switch" according to the
connection method.
--AUDIO--
PRE PRE
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SPEAKER B II SPEAKER A
Connection for signal input to each channel to be output from the channel's speaker terminal.
•Set each switch as shown below.
CD Set the Operation mode select switch to "'NORMAL"' (GT'page 6).
@ Set the Input select switch according to the input (GT'page 6).
. For RCA input Set to "'RCA"'.
.
For XLR input······· Set to "'XLR"'.
I· Normal Connections·
Example: Normal connection to the 0channel
*Setup each channel 1111- •. 0 -111) using the same steps.
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"The same signal is output to speakers A and B.
•Please use the following speaker impedance.
.When using only speaker Aor B····························4 -
16 O/ohms
.When using speakers Aand Bat the same time ···8 - 16 O!ohms
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--AUDIO--
PRE PRE
OUT OUT
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HIGH
Example: Bi·Amp connection using. and mchannels
'* Setup each pair channel using the same steps.
When using speakers that have input terminals for both woofer units and tweeter units. this
connection outputs one input signal from the two amps on the main unit to each of these units.
With this connection the interference between signals for the woofer unit and tweeter unit is
eliminated so that you can enjoy high quality sound in playback.
•Bi-Amp output is setup using the following combination of channels. The input terminals to be used are
as follows.
•
and minput terminal: mchannels
iii and. input terminal: •channels
m and IIIinput terminal: IIIchannels
III and. input terminal: III channels
III and IfJ input terminal: IIIchannels
•Set each switch
as shown below.
CD Set the Operation mode select switch to "Bi-AMP" ((J"page 6)
@Set the Input select switch according to the input ((J"page 6) .
.
For RCA input Set to "RCA'·.
.
For XLR input· Set to "XLR".
• ..... ~"'[·!"l'i""j"'l· ..
The input terminal (channel. in case of • and m) that is not used for this setting becomes invalid
regardless of the status of
Input select switch.
Operation mode select switch
Input select switch
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•The same signal is output to channel. and channel m.
•No signal is output from the speaker Bterminal.
•
Use speakers with an impedance of 4 - 16 O/ohms.
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IBridge Connections
This connection is used to use two power amps to output opposite phase signals generated from
one input signal using
two power amp units.
By connecting the output (+ side) of the two power amps to the speaker, alarger output than in a
normal connection
is possible.
"Bridge output is setup using the following combination of channels. The input terminals to be used are
as follows.
liD and iii input terminal: iii channels
liD and liD input terminal: liD channels
liD and ID Input terminal: ID channels
ID and mInput terminal: IDchannels
.. and minput terminal: .. channels
"Set
each switch as shown below.
Q) Set the Operation mode select switch to "BRIDGE" (@"page 6).
® Set the Input select switch according to the input (@"page 6).
. For RCA input··· ..... Set to "RCA".
For XLR input·········· Set to "XLR".
..... ~"'[.!!'!i~j'!!l ...
"The input terminal (channel liD in case of liDand iii) that is not used for this setting becomes
invalid regardless of the status of
Input select switch.
"About output by this connection. the voltage applied to the speaker is 6dB higher than the output
when the normal connection is used. Adjust the input signal using the volume of the pre-amp when
connecting.
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Example: Bridge connection using liD and iii channels
'* Setup each pair channel using the same steps.
---AUDIO--
PRE PRE
OUT OUT
@ ~
1· 4
"@"
0
0
" "
Operation mode select switch Input select switch
'~[.jj.
• No signal is output from the "-" terminal of speaker A. or the speaker Bterminal.
•Use speakers with
an impedance of 4 - 16 OIohms
"Do not connect aspeaker using other than the specified combination of channels.

Connecting the External Controller
When using the following functions, set the CONTROL switch to -EXTERNAL M.
Connecting the Power Cord
Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord.
To wall-mounted
power outlet
lAC 120 V. 60 Hz)
* In order to fully demonstrate the ability of POA-
A1HDCI. connect the unit
to alarger current
capacity outlet
(at least 15 A is recommended).
Also.
be sure that the total power consumption
of
all devices connected to the outlet does not
exceed the outlet capacity.
.~(.ii.
-Insert the AC plugs securely. Incomplete connections could cause noise.
-
The power plug must be connected to awall-mounted power outlet.
-
Do not connect the unit to an integrated AC outlet on another product or to extension cord.
Once Connections are Completed
ITurning the Power On lGf"page 13)
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<:

.'-:j
B--J
Pr~ METER.
The indicator of the sel.ected channel meter turns green and the
outPlit level
of the selecte<f chaO/iel is indicated on the meter.
Select the channel to display on
the channel level meter
-
-Channels for which Input selectswiteh is set to "OFF" are skipped.
-In the case of bi-amp connection, the indicator of the input-side
channel meter of the selected channel pair turns green.
.In the case of abridge connection, the indicator of the channel meter
of the selected channel pair turns green.
Turning the Power Off
Press POWER.' ., . '. '. > '" .••.• /.. '.J' ',' ... . ••.
1.rhe power ind.icator lights, red and the power )s set to the
,~tandby mode." . . .
Turning the Power On
Operations
2Press
ONISTANDBY~ .
The powerindicator flashes in green for several seconds and the
power is turned on. .
-kril,.
Before tuning on the power, lower the sound volume ofthe connected
equipment.
(j)Press
ON/STANOBY.
The power is set to the standby mode.
@Press
POWER.
The power indicator turns off, and so does the power.
-@!.ji-
Power continues to be supplied to some ofthe circuitry even when the
power
is in the standby mode. When leaving home for long periods of
time or when traveling, either press
POWER to turn off the power, or
unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
(;;: .... ; ....
~]I-W-ER---,;=r--ETI=:J-E"""TR--M-ET-J~NJOFF
ON/STANDBY
C)
;.. IFront panel]
""
~ -
=;
~
I
Set the channel level meter
S8t 0r,/OFF vf all ~lli" Inel 18V81 fT1tit81 S
rressMETER ON/OFF ..
~".'>.i1;
. .' 011$:*; The channel level meter is illuminated and the channel
~~="~ level meter operates. . . .
• : The channel level meter illumination and the channel
meter indicator turn
off and the channel level meter
does not ~.rate .
•
The PRE AMP CONTROL LINK indicator goes off if set to "OFF" with
the AVP-A1 HOCI connected to the control link.
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Troubleshooti n9
I
Ll/ R1:
150 W (8 O/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.05 %T.H.D.)
300 W
(4 O/ohms. 1kHz with 0.7 %T.H.D.1
L2/ R2:
150 W (8 O/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.05 %T.H.D.)
300 W
(4 O/ohms, 1kHz with 0.7 %T.H.D.)
L3/ R3:
150 W(8 O/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.05 %T.H.D.)
300 W
(4 O/ohms, 1kHz with 0.7 %T.H.D.)
L4/ R4:
150 W(8 O/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.05 %T.H.D.)
300 W(4 O/ohms, 1kHz
with 0.7 %T.H.D.)
L5/ R5:
150 W(8 O/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.05 %T.H.D.)
300 W(4 O/ohms, 1kHz
with 0.7 %T.H.D.)
L1 +L2:
300 W(8 O/ohms, 20 Hz -
20 kHz with 0.05 %T.H.D.)
500 W(4 O/ohms, 1kHz
with 0.7 %T.H.D.)
L3 +L4:
300 W(8 O/ohms,
20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.05 %T.H.D.)
500 W(4 O/ohms, 1kHz
with 0.7 %T.H.D.)
L5 +
R5:
300 W (8 O/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.05 %T.H.D.)
500 W(4 O/ohms, 1kHz
with 0.7 %T.H.D.)
R1 + R2:
300 W(8 O/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.05 %T.H.D.)
500 W(4 O/ohms, 1kHz
with 0.7 %T.H.D.1
R3 + R4:
300 W(8 O/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.05 %T.H.D.)
500 W
(4 O/ohms, 1kHz with 0.7 %T.H.D.)
10 Hz -100 kHz (8 O/ohms, +1,
-3 dB (at 1 W))
Aor B 4 - 16 O/ohms
A + B 8 - 16 O/ohms
Bi-wiring 4 - 16 O/ohms
AC 120V, 60 Hz
12A
0.3 W(Standby)
434 (W) x281 (H) x530 (D) mm (17-3/32" x11-1/16" x 20-55/64")
60 kg (132 Ibs 4oz1
Specifications
•Frequency response:
•Speaker output connectors:
Maximum external dimansions:
Weight:
Bridge connections:
oPower amplifier section
•Rated output:
Normal connections:
oGeneral
Power supply:
Power consumption:
5
5
5
12
9-11
5,9- 11
•Check that the power plugs are
securely inserted into the POA-
A1HDCl's
AC inlets and the wall
power outlet.
•Check the connections.
•Turn off the power, wait for the
set to fully cool down, then turn
the power back on.
•Place the set
in awell-ventilated
place.
•First unplug the power cord,
then
twist the core wires tightly
or terminate the speaker cables,
then reconnect.
•Turn off the power and contact a
DENON service center.
•Use speakers with the specified
impedance.
•Connection of the power cord is
faulty.
•Connection with the input
devices or connection of the
speaker cables
is faulty.
•Protection circuit activated due
to rise of internal temperature.
•Core wires of
two speakers are
touching each other or acore
wire
is sticking outoftheterminal
and touching the set's
rear panel,
activating the protection circuit.
•Speakers with
an impedance
other than specified
are being
used.
•Set
is damaged.
Power does not
turn
on', or turns
off directly after it
was turned on.
No sound is
produced from
speakers.
Power turns off
suddenly and
power indicator
flashes red.
If aproblem should arise, first check the following:
1. Are the connections correct?
2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner's manual?
3. Are the other components operating properly?
If this unit does not operate properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist,
there may be amalfunction.
In this case, disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.
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Hi-Fi Klubben Marcus Thranes gate 4-6, 0473 Oslo, Norway
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Lotteworld Audio Video Systems Incorporated CET Building Mezzannine Floor NO.4 Mindanao Avenue, Barangay
Bahay Toro, Project
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NJ 07430-2041 Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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•If there is no service center in your local area, please contact one of our overseas service centers, listed above, for follOW-Up service consultation.
•
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•
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•
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