Gold Note PA-10 User manual

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PA-10
STEREO POWER AMPLIFIER
OWNERʼS MANUAL

PACKAGE CONTENT ................................................................................................................................
DESCRIPTION
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................................
FRONT PANEL........................................................................................................................................
REAR PANEL..........................................................................................................................................
WARRANTY AND SERVICE.......................................................................................................................
FAQ AND TROUBLESHOOTING
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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INDEX
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• 1 AC CABLE
• 1 GN Link Cable
• 1 User Manual
PACKAGE CONTENT
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DESCRIPTION
The PA-10 is the new stereo Power Amplifier of
the Gold Note series 10 featuring a lot of innovations
which have always distinguished Gold Note's designs.
PA-10 has been developed to offer great power
considering its small size. The product is designed
as the perfect companion of the DS-10 4in1 DAC
completing a conveniently sized High-End System
without renouncing to the power and Gold Note sound
quality.
The PA-10 is a fully balanced amplifier featuring a
BTL design (Bridge-Tied-Load) which allows the unit
to be easily bridged and work as a mono amplifier
increasing its power rate from 75Watt per channel
@ 8Ω to a considerable 600Watt @ 4Ω load.
Using two PA-10 will increase the performance of
your stereo system noticeably. The existing flexibility
of the stereo power amplifier could even be largely
extended with the mono application for all kind of
speakers that require really high power and great
energy.
Like the flagship model PA-1175 MKII, PA-10
features a unique adjustable Damping Factor design
allowing for an ideal matching with any kind of
loudspeakers: PA-10 can drive either large and
difficult speakers (DF default setting) or high
sensitivity and mini-monitor speakers (DF low
activated on the rear).
The proprietary GN LINK technology allows putting
the PA-10 into a Master-Slave-Mode with other
sources like the DS-10 or a second PA-10. When
connected via the GN Link cable, the unit will go
in standby mode and will re-activate itself only when
receiving a signal from the master unit. The GN
Link-Function guarantees major user-friendliness
since you will be switching ON/OFF the entire audio
chain from one source only.
Top-level electronic components combined with outer
connections RCA, XLR and gold plated speaker
terminals complete the high-level build quality of the
product. PA-10 is built around a very solid steel
chassis completed by massive panels of aluminum to
avoid RFI and EMI.
The aesthetic of the chassis is derived from the
other series 10 products integrating the PA-10
seamlessly into a coherent concept that is inspired
by the Italian design tradition.
Every Gold Note product is 100% proudly designed, manufactured and assembled in Italy
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MAIN DETAILS
Power output: 2 x 75W @ 8Ω in stereo mode and
up to 600W @ 4Ω in mono (BTL).
Frequency response: 10Hz-30kHz at +/-1dB
THD+N – Total Harmonic Distortion: 0,05%
Noise floor: -80dBV
Damping factor: selectable high/low
AUDIO INPUTS
Stereo RCA, stereo XLR balanced
Input sensitivity: 1,4V RMS on RCA and 1,4V RMS on XLR
Input impedance: 13KΩ RCA/XLR
AUDIO OUTPUTS
Speaker terminals: Gold Plated Binding Posts
POWER
Mains supply: 100/240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption: <1W in standby | <10W no
signal
170W at a 1/4 of nominal power | 1400W max.
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Dimensions: 200mm W x 80mm H x 260mm D
Total weight: 4kg
FINISHES
Brushed Aluminum: Black, Silver or Gold
HIGH POWER AMP
The PA-10 is capable of:
2 x 75W @ 8Ω Stereo load
2 x 150W @ 4Ω Stereo load
2 x 300W @ 2Ω Stereo load
1 x 300W @ 8Ω Mono (BTL) load
1 x 600W @ 4Ω Mono (BTL) load
ADJUSTABLE DAMPING FACTOR
Adjustable GN property Damping Factor playing
alternatively more difficult low sensitivity speakers
or easy load and mini monitors.
GN LINK
The 3.5mm plugs GN LINK IN & GN LINK OUT are
used to synchronize the PA-10 amplifier with other
units with the same feature allowing a simultaneous
switching ON/OFF (Master-Slave- Mode).
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The status led turn blue when the PA-10 is powered.
FRONT PANEL
STATUS LED
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REAR PANEL
POWER
7. MASTER SWITCH ON/OFF
8. AC IEC plug with integrated fuse
holder drawer 6,3A T 5x20mm at
100/240V
9. Press BTL switch for use in
Mono, the Led above turns blue.
Press DF switch for low damping
factor , the Led above turns blue.
Press XLR switch to activate the XLR
inputs, the Led above turns blue.
GN LINK
10. 12V IN trigger with 3.5mm plug
to synchronise the switching ON/OFF
11. 12V OUT trigger with 3.5mm
plug to synchronise the switching
ON/OFF
AUDIO INPUTS
STEREO MODE
1. XLR LEFT balanced input
2. XLR RIGHT balanced input
3. RCA LEFT unbalanced input
4. RCA RIGHT unbalanced input
PLEASE NOTE:
IN MONO (BTL)MODE ONLY THE LEFT
INPUTS ARE ACTIVE.
SPEAKER OUT
STEREO MODE
5. LEFT CHANNEL
6. RIGHT CHANNEL
PLEASE NOTE:
IN MONO (BTL)MODE, CONNECT THE
POSITIVE SPEAKER TERMINAL TO THE
POSITIVE LEFT CHANNEL OUTPUT AND
THE NEGATIVE SPEAKER TERMINAL TO
THE NEGATIVE RIGHT CHANNEL OUTPUT.
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XLR DF BTL
OUT IN
+ -
R L
R L
R L
+ -
RIGHT LEFT
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WARRANTY AND SERVICE
WARRANTY
To validate the warranty is necessary to register the unit on the Gold Note internet web site within 15 days from the
purchase on the appropriate area of the web site: www.goldnote.it/warranty
If the unit is not registered correctly or has been purchased from a different country of the purchaser home address
the unit will not be covered by any warranty and the registration will be refused.
The warranty does not does not cover in any case: Tubes, Phono Cartridge Styli and Batteries.
SERVICE
Every GOLD NOTE® product is the result of meticulous technological research, and consequently their correct
functioning is guaranteed. In spite of this it is possible that problems may emerge which non-specialist users cannot
resolve.
In this case, contact your dealer to be advised on how the fault can be solved.
Do not return any object directly to the factory or to the national distributor or without being authorised to do so.
In such cases both GOLD NOTE® and the distribution agents operating within your territory decline responsibility of
any kind.
For more information please visit www.goldnote.it/service
PLEASE NOTE
Descriptions and technical characteristics may vary at any time and without notice.
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FAQ AND TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING
FAQ
ACTION
DESCRIPTION HOW TO ADJUST IT
CLEANING THE UNIT
The Unit is dirty and needs to be
cleaned
• With EXTREME care use ONLY diluted alcohol
and a very soft 100% cotton cloth to sweep dust
and stains out.
•Anyacidornotextremelysoftclothwillirreversibly
damage the amplifier fine aesthetic.
• Do not use any alcohol to clean the
anodized label or the printed parts.
If you have any questions contact us:
ser[email protected]
For spare parts visit the official Gold Note store at:
http://www.akamaiaudio.it/
SYMPTOM DESCRIPTION CAUSE REMEDY
SPEAKER HUMMING
PROBLEMS
SWITCHING ON/OFF
BUMP
THE UNIT DOES NOT
WORK WHEN THE STAGE
IS SWITCHED ON
The speakers hum when
the amplifier is connected
to the system
The unit bumps any time
is switched ON or OFF
The unit not is correctly
coupled with the Ground on
DC.
Ensure the system is well
grounded and check the
ground Pin on the power
chord plug.
The interconnect input and/or
output cables are not shielded.
Be sure to always use
shielded cables for the amp
connections.
It is important to notice that it
does not produce any risk
even if the bump is high
The AC Stage plug is
disconnected from the AC wall
plug
The interconnect cables are
not properly connected to the
amp.
One of the fuses is blown Substitute the fuse with one
of the same value
Turn Off the amplifier as first
but turn it on as last of the
audio system unit
Connect it being sure that
the AC wall plug works
Connect them properly
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel.
Please record the model and serial number and retain them for your records.
Serial Number:
Model:
Do not disassemble any part of the product.
Do not use any part of the product for other purposes.
For service and problems of any kind, contact qualified Gold Note personnel.
Protect the product from rain and humidity and keep away from heat sources, electric and
electronic motors etc.
The power Chord supplied must be used only on this unit.
Gold Note does not have responsibility for any improper use of this unit.
CAUTION!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER ONLY TO QUALIFIED GOLD NOTE SERVICE PERSONNEL FOR SERVICE
WARNING!
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Read these instructions and store them.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Follow the instructions.
4. Do not use this apparatus near water.
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. Do not block the ventilation openings and install
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
7. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised
or grounding-type plug: a polarised plug has two blades
with one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
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.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on
orpinchedparticularlyatplugs,conveniencereceptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
11. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel
only.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way (such as when the
power 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)
and in any case when the apparatus does not
operate normally or has been dropped.
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NOTES
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Gold Note Audio
goldnote_italy Gold Note
Akamai S.r.l.
ser[email protected]
www.goldnote.it