Kharma EXQUISITE MP1000 User manual

EXQUISITE MP1000
Reference mono power amplifier
Exq-MP1000-R

Exquisite Reference mono power amplifier MP1000
Congratulations,
You are now a Kharma Amplifier Owner.
Your new Exquisite MP1000 amplifiers, properl installed, will give ou all the
satisfaction and enjo ment ou expect from Kharma.
Technicall at the fore-front of current amplifier design the Exquisite MP1000
amplifiers will reveal the full emotional range of music and will do so with vivid
d namics and detail. As with an high qualit product, special care must be taken
to install and operate our new amplifiers.
Please rea this manual carefully an totally prior to installation.
Unpacking
Upon opening the wooden box, inspect the Amplifiers carefull for an sign of
transit-damage. If there is damage, immediatel call our dealer or the trucking
firm that made the deliver . Do not dela in reporting the damage. Please store
the wooden box for future use.
Your Exquisite MP1000 are the best in the world class amplifiers using the finest
and most exclusive components available.
Use common sense. If ou hear distortion or loud "cracking" sounds, the amplifier
or loudspeaker is being overdriven, turn the volume down immediatel .

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lightning flash with arrowhead s mbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-
insulated « dangerous voltage » within the product’s enclosure that
ma be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.
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 accompan ing
the product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read all instructions carefull and completel before operating our
Exquisite amplifier.
1. Alwa s disconnect ac power before connecting or disconnecting an cables, or when cleaning
an component.
2. This product uses a three conductor power cord, which includes an earth-ground connection.
To prevent shock hazard, alwa s connect it directl to a grounded outlet.
3. Never use an ac extension cord with this product.
4. Never use flammable or combustible chemicals for cleaning audio components.
5. Never operate this product with an covers removed.
6. Never wet the inside of this product with an liquid.
7. Never pour or spill liquids directl onto this unit.
8. Never block air flow through ventilation slots or heat sinks.
9. Never b pass an fuse.
10. Never replace an fuse with a value or t pe other than specified.
11. Never attempt to repair this product ourself. If a problem occurs, contact our Kharma
dealer.
12. Never expose this unit to extremel high or low temperatures.
13. Never operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
14. Alwa s keep electrical equipment out of the reach of children.
15. Alwa s consider manual and safet instructions in an end use application.
Before connecting this product to an ac power line, verif if the
voltage of the amplifier matches the ac line voltage where the
unit will be operated. Never attempt to operate or connect this
product to an ac line voltage that is different from the one to
which the amplifier is set. Using a different setting can damage
the unit and will void our warrant !

Care of your amplifier
The housing can be cleaned with a soft dr cotton cloth. No further care is
necessar . MAKE SURE the power cord is disconnected when cleaning.
In event of trouble
If the Exquisite MP1000 produces distorted sound, no sound at all or seems to be
malfunctioning otherwise, determine if the problem is in the amplifier or one of
our other components:
•Is the Exquisite MP1000 connected to our other components correctl ?
•If one channel malfunctions, tr switching the loudspeakers. If the problem
occurs on the other channel this time, it is probabl our loudspeaker that is
malfunctioning.
•Switch the connections at our pre-amplifier: connect the MP1000 that was
connected to the right channel to the left, and the left to the right. If the
same channel is distorted it is probabl one of our other audio components.
When the problem seems to be in the Exquisite MP1000 amplifier, turn of the
s stem and disconnect the amplifier.
Consult the Authorized Kharma-dealer from whom ou have purchased the
s stem. Kharma Dealers are audio specialists and can be of great assistance.
DO NOT attempt to repair the Exquisite MP1000 amplifier ourself.

Connection
It is important to follow the connection instructions to prevent our amplifier
from being damaged.
At the back of our Exquisite MP1000, ou will find the connection panel which
looks like the picture below. It shows the standard back with XLR input, on
customer demand the XLR can be replaced with an RCA input.
STEP 1
Connect the loudspeaker cables to the amplifier. Make sure there is no short
circuit in the wiring.

Connecting the speaker wire to the speaker output should be done as shown on
the pictures below:
Step 1.1: Unscrew the connector enough for the spades to slide under the black
block.
Step 1.2: Slide the spades beneath the connector block over the pins.
Step 1.3: Screw back the top of the connector.
STEP 2
The cable from our preamplifier can be connected to the input using an XLR
connector or, if ou have chosen the RCA version, an RCA cable.
STEP 3
Attach a power cord to the power inlet. BE CAREFUL to connect
our power cord to a 115V or 230V power source depending on the
configuration of the amplifier! If ou are not sure about the voltage
to which our amplifier is configured please contact our dealer.
DO NOT switch on the power until all wiring is connected correctl !
We advice ou to use onl Kharma power cords.
The amplifier is supplied with a gold plated copper isolator. For the best sound
qualit it is preferred to put this isolator on the amplifier. However some power
cords are too big and make it impossible to use the isolator.
After the power cord is connected the amplifier will set into default operating
mode, there will be relais switching audible. This will take about one second.
The amplifier is now in off position. It is advised to turn off the amplifiers onl
when not used for a long time e.g. during holida s.

Operating the amplifier
On the bottom off the amplifier there are two buttons located (at the front), see
picture below.
Powering the amplifier off and on
To turn on or off the amplifier completel , just touch the left button, labelled
‘button A’.
When turned on, the indicator light will light up ellow. And the power button
itself will light up in red.
The ellow indicator light indicates that the amplifier is in standb mode.
Activating the amplifier
To activate the amplifier press button B for less then one second. It will take
about ten seconds for the amplifier to start up. When the amplifier is read the
indicator light will turn to blue.
When ou want to put the amplifier back in ‘stand b ’ mode, keep button B
pressed till the indicator light turns to ellow. As mentioned before, we advice
ou not to use button A to turn off the amplifier, unless it will not be used for a
long time.
Muting the amplifier
Button B can also be used as a mute button. Hold down button B for less then one
second. The indicator light will turn to green. The amplifier will remain full
operational onl the sound is turned off.
To turn off the mute function, simpl press button B again.

Fault conditions
There are three fault conditions that can occur. The amplifier will show ou this
in 3 different colours of the indicator light.
When an error occurs the amplifier will sta locked in error detected mode and
the amplifier must be reset using button A. There is a time dela on this switch to
prevent switching the amplifier on/off too fast.
When the indicator light turns red, the maximum current limit is crossed.
The reason for this can be a short circuit or just pla ing to loud.
When the indicator light turns purple a DC-current is detected and the amplifier
turns off to protect the loudspeaker that is connected.
When the indicator light turns white, the main power is lost or below the
necessar voltage for a short period of time.
Panic button
Button A on the left can alwa s be used as a panic button. In case of emergenc
simpl press button A and the amplifier will turn off completel .
perating Summery
Indicator light
Colour In ication
Off Power switched off
Yellow Stand b mode
Blue Operating mode
Green Mute mode
Red Maximum current limit is crossed, please turn off the amplifier
Purple DC-current detected, please turn off the amplifier
White Main power too low
Buttons
Amp status Button Action
Off A Touch Turn amplifier on, set to stand
b mode
On A Touch Turn amplifier off
Stand b B Hold down for less
then 1 second
Set amplifier in operating mode
Operating B Hold down until
indicator light turns
ellow
Set amplifier in stand b mode
Operating B Hold down for less
then one second
Turn on mute mode
Mute mode B Hold down for less
then one second
Turn off mute mode

Exquisite MP1000-R Specifications
Circuit t pe Linear amplifier topolog
Output power
Max peak output power
400W (8Ω)
800W (4Ω)
1600W (2Ω)
2700W (current limited for safet )
Frequenc response 4Hz to 180kHz (+0, -3dB Filtered at the input)
Output impedance 0 Ohms
THD+N -120Db
IMD -120Db
Damping factor Larger then 2000
Output Connection Spades
Input Connection XLR / RCA
Gain 26dB
Sensitivit 2.6V
Input impedance 10kΩ (each input to gnd)
Fuse Rating (120V version) 6.3x32mm; 8A 250V AC; antisurge**
Fuse Rating (230V version) 6.3x32mm, 4A 250V AC; antisurge**
Height (in/cm) 8.9 / 22.5
Depth (in/cm) 26.7 / 67.8
Width (in/cm) 17.7 / 45.0
Weight (lbs/kg) 176 / 80 Kg.
** Depending on voltage in our countr , please contact our dealer to make sure
which t pe of fuse should be used.

A. Warranty Coverage:
The Kharma distributor guarantees the proper mechanical and electrical
functioning of its products for a period of 5 ears. Provided the warrant request
card is properl filled out and sent to the address on the warrant form, including
a cop of the original bill of sales. Should the customer fail to meet the three
requirements mentioned above, the warrant will be limited to a period as
required b national law onl .
In case of malfunction the customer has to present the Kharma product in its
original packing to an authorized dealer. If qualified service appears inevitable,
the dealer will ship the product to an appointed service station or to the factor ,
depending on the required service. This warrant includes parts and labour. This
warrant is not automaticall transferable; subsequent owners can request a
warrant at the factor .
B. Warranty Exclusions:
1. Transportation damage, visible or hidden. Damage should be reported
immediatel to the transport compan . Registration of the complaint should
be sent to the Kharma distributor previousl mentioned.
2. Scratches in painted and wood/metal surfaces. Complaints should be
registered at the dealer within three da s after the sale.
3. Damage due to illicit handling and inappropriate use.
4. Transportation costs to service station or factor .
5. Damage through unauthorized repair and or modification.
6. Subsequent damage to other appliances.
7. Refund of costs in case of unauthorized repair.
8. Malfunctions caused b use for commercial of professional purposes.
9. All claims on Kharma products obtained through unauthorized sources, with or
without correct serial numbers.