Trinnov Audio Amplitude8 User manual

Amplitude8
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USER
MANUAL

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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING TRINNOV AUDIO
The Amplitude8amplifier is among the most advanced available. By combining high-power
linear power supplies and the Class D, N-Core®NC-1200 amplifier modules, Trinnov Audio has
delivered an amplifier that closely approaches the theoretical ideal: a straight wire with gain.
AMPLITUDE8 OWNER'S MANUAL
Last update: June 2019

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CONTENT
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PREFACE
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CONTENT
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ABOUT THE AMPLITUDE8
1.1 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AMPLITUDE8
1.2 BURN-IN TIME
1.3 SPECIFICATIONS
1.4 THE FRONT PANEL
1.5 THE REAR PANEL
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OPERATION
2.1 ENVIRONMENTAL NOTICE
2.2 REMOTE TRIGGERS
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APPENDIX
A.1 TROUBLESHOOTING SOLUTIONS
A.2 DB25 TASCAM PINOUT
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
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
significant 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 accompanying the
product.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE AC (POLARIZED) PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
EXTENSION CORDS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR USE WITH THIS PRODUCT.
THIS UNIT CONTAINS VOLTAGES WHICH CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT OPERATE WITH COVERS REMOVED. REFER ALL SERVICING TO YOUR
AUTHORIZED TRINNOV AUDIO DEALER.
FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD, REPLACE FUSES ONLY WITH
THE SAME TYPE AND RATING OF FUSES AS SPECIFIED.

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE ANY OF THE COVER PANELS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER ALL SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT ALLOW
LIQUIDS TO SPILL OR OBJECTS TO FALL INTO ANY OPENINGS
OF THE PRODUCT.
THIS UNIT IS SUPPLIED WITH A TWO 3 PIN GROUNDED AC
PLUGS. ALWAYS INSERT THE AC PLUG INTO A GROUNDED
OUTLET. DO NOT REMOVE THE GROUND PIN OR DISABLE THE
GROUND FOR ANY PURPOSE.
BEFORE MAKING ANY CONNECTIONS TO THE AMPLITUDE 8,
FIRST TURN OFF THE POWER AND THEN DISCONNECT THE AC
POWER CORD.
WHEN INSTALLING THE AMPLITUDE 8 IN YOUR SYSTEM, MAKE
CERTAIN TO ALLOW A MINIMUM OF ½ INCH OF VENTILATION
ON EACH SIDE OF THE UNIT. ALSO ALLOW AT LEAST 3 INCHES
OF VENTILATION SPACE ABOVE THE UNIT. IMPROPER
VENTILATION OF THE UNIT MAY CAUSE OVERHEATING, WHICH
MAY DAMAGE THE UNIT AND CAUSE A FIRE. PLACE THE UNIT
ON A SOLID SURFACE ONLY. I.E. NOT ON CARPET, ETC.
DO NOT PLACE THE AMPLITUDE 8 NEAR HEAT SOURCES SUCH
AS DIRECT SUNLIGHT, STOVES, HEAT REGISTERS, RADIATORS
OR OTHER HEAT PRODUCING EQUIPMENT.
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE ANALOG OUTPUT CIRCUITRY, BE
CERTAIN NOT TO SHORT THE OUTPUT SIGNAL TO GROUND.
ENSURE THAT YOUR AUDIO OUTPUT CABLES DO NOT HAVE
ANY INTERNAL SHORTS BEFORE CONNECTING THEM TO THE
AMPLITUDE 8.
IF REPLACEMENT OF THE AC LINE FUSE AND/OR ANY
INTERNAL FUSE BECOMES NECESSARY, REPLACE ONLY WITH
SAME VALUE AND TYPE OF FUSE. NEVER BYPASS THE FUSE.
IF THE AC CORD BECOMES DAMAGED, DO NOT USE IT.
IMMEDIATELY REPLACE IT WITH A NEW ONE OF THE SAME OR
BETTER RATING.
IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT THE AMPLITUDE 8 BE OPERATED IN A
WELL VENTILATED ENVIRONMENT AND THE IMMEDIATE
EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE BE MAINTAINED AS SPECIFIED.
EXTERNAL COOLING FANS MAY BE REQUIRED IN SOME CASES.
DO NOT STACK ANY EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY ABOVE OR BELOW
THE AMPLITUDE 8 AS TO PROTECT IT FROM OVERHEATING, AS
WELL AS THE CONTINUED FUNCTIONALITY OF ANY
EQUIPMENT NEAR AND AROUND IT.
MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE OPERATING CONDITIONS: 0°C TO
40°C (32°F –104°F)°, 20-80% RELATIVE HUMIDITY (WITHOUT
CONDENSATION).
AFTERMARKET and THIRD PARTY MODIFICATIONS
Please note that any aftermarket and/or third party
modifications will void the warranty. In the case of changing the
feet on a unit, in order to prevent any damage (which will also
not be covered under warranty), please verify that the screws
being used to secure non-Trinnov Audio feet do not screw any
deeper into the chassis than the original ones. The original
screw is 1/4-20 by 1/2 and goes into the chassis 1/4 inch.
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ EACH ITEM OF THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THIS PRODUCT. USE EXTRA CARE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS
WRITTEN ON THE PRODUCT ITSELF AND/OR IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. KEEP THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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1.1 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AMPLITUDE8
This Amplitude8has been put through a rigorous and unique testing procedure that ensures that it will last for many
years with minimal service requirements. This procedure includes the following:
•All assembled circuit boards are given a thorough visual inspection and are then tested in a bench reference
Amplitude8.
•The tested, assembled circuit boards are then installed in a new Amplitude8and the whole unit is tested for
every function and parameter.
•The unit is put on a burn-in torture rack to test for any possible component failures.
•It is then tested on an audio analyzer for all pertinent parameters.
•The unit has all remaining chassis components installed and then undergoes a complete visual inspection,
which assures that all Amplitude8’s meet visual specifications.
•The Amplitude8then undergoes a critical listening and functional test.
1.2 BURN-IN TIME
While the Amplitude8amplifier will sound wonderful without any burn-in time, users may experience small sonic
improvements during the first week or so of operation.
1. ABOUT THE AMPLITUDE8

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GAIN
POLARITY
INPUT IMPEDANCE
ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUTS
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
DAMPING FACTOR
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO
CROSSTALK
POWER OUTPUT
19 dB
Pin-2 = Positive, Pin-3 = Negative for Non-Inverting Output
47 kOhms for each phase
One balanced output with 5-way binding posts per channel
+0, -.5 dB 0 Hz to 20 kHz, load independent
>6000 at 100 Hz; >2000 at any frequency up to and including 20 kHz
120 dB referenced to rated output (A-Weighted)
> 85 dB
8 ohms: 225W RMS per channel with less than 0.05% THD from 20 Hz to 20 kHz
4 ohms: 375W RMS per channel with less than 0.05% THD from 20 Hz to 20 kHz
2 ohms: 500W RMS per channel with less than 0.05% THD from 20 Hz to 20 kHz
1.3 SPECIFICATIONS
POWER
POWER REQUIREMENTS
POWER CONSUMPTION
TRIGGER INPUT
MODES /PROCESS
117VAC, 15 Amp SLO-BLO main fuse; 230VAC, 8 Amp SLO-BLO main fuse; 50/60Hz
Less than 1W at Standby; <80W at idle; 1500W maximum x 2 when fully loaded
5-12 VDC; Steady State
Standby: Amplifier is ready to be turned on via front panel switch or remote trigger.
Overcurrent, D.C., and/or thermal protection: Amplifier will cycle.
Catastrophic D.C. or output stage failure: Amplifier will shut down.
4U
above 98.5 lbs; 44.8 kG
•Temperature: 0°C –40°C (32°F –104°F)
•Humidity: 20% –80% relative humidity
(without condensation)
202 mm
(feet included)
502 mm
448 mm
AUDIO
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

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Conventions: For clarity purposes, references to buttons and LED’s will be shown in bold capital letters.
1.4 THE FRONT PANEL
STANDBY BUTTON
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After the left-hand (when viewed from the front of the amplifier) rear-panel POWER switch is turned on, press the
front panel STANDBY button to exit the standby mode. Channels 5-8 will come out of standby. Channels 1-4 are
controlled by the right-hand (when viewed from the front of the amplifier) rear-panel POWER switch. If both
rear-panel POWER switches are turned on, the STANDBY button will control all channels.
STANDBY LED
Illuminates RED when the amplifier enters the Standby mode. Illuminates GREEN when the amplifier is in the turn-
on sequence. Illuminates BLUE when the amplifier is ready for normal operation.
PROTECT LED
Illuminates if the unit enters the protection mode. This can be caused by a short circuit in any of the channels or
by an over-temperature operating condition.
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1.5 THE REAR PANEL
MAIN POWER SWITCHES
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(#11 is the Master Power Switch. Neither side of the amplifier
will operate if this switch is set to off.)
#1 controls the right-hand amplifier and disconnects AC to
all circuits. It is recommended that this be left ON at all
times during regular use with the exception of whenever
cables are connected/disconnected or when the unit will to be
used for an extended period of time.
REAR PANEL FUSE
Use same type and rating only.15 Amp for 120V, 8 Amp for 230V.
AC INLET
Use the included power cord to connect your amplifier to an AC
power source.
POSITIVE BINDING POST
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Connects to the + (plus) speaker connector. The binding posts
can accept spade plugs, banana plugs or bare wire.
NEGATIVE BINDING POST
Connects to the – (minus) speaker connector. The binding
posts can accept spade plugs, banana plugs or bare wire.
4GROUNDING LUG
Used to interconnect chassis of associated components if
necessary.
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Do not connect XLR and DB25 simultaneously.
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Tascam pinning. Do not connect XLR and DB25 simultaneously.
7REMOTE TRIGGER INPUT
Remote trigger input.
8REMOTE TRIGGER OUTPUT
Trigger out to rely to another device.
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2.1 ENVIRONMENTAL NOTICE
Here are very important instructions to follow before to power on your Amplitude8:
I. It is imperative that the Amplitude8be connected to a ground via its three wire AC power cord. It is important
that the AC power outlet, which the Amplitude8is plugged into, is actually grounded. Failure to do so will severely
compromise the performance, reliability and safety of use of the Amplitude8.
II. Ventilation is an important issue when placing the Amplitude8in a system. Make certain that the Amplitude8is
placed in a well-ventilated area or rack unit.
III. Please take note that some powerline conditioners defeat the AC power ground on their outlets. If the
intention is to plug the Amplitude8into a line conditioner, check with your dealer to make certain that the
particular conditioner that is intended for use DOES NOT DEFEAT THE AC GROUND on its AC outlets. Only the
highest powered line conditioners should be considered for use with the Amplitude8. Otherwise, the amplifier’s
power output may be compromised.
IV. DO NOT remove any cover panels from the Amplitude8, as there are no user serviceable components inside.
Refer servicing and updating to qualified service personnel only.
V. It is imperative that the Amplitude8be operated in a well ventilated environment and the immediate external
temperature be maintained as specified in Appendix B of this manual. External cooling fans may be required in
some cases. Do not stack any equipment directly above or below the Amplitude 8, to protect it from overheating,
as well as the continued functionality of any equipment near and around it.
2. OPERATION
Before turning on the Amplitude8, ensure that all precautions and warnings have been carefully
reviewed and adhered to. Damage to the Amplitude8caused by improper operation, wiring and/or
ventilation will not be covered under warranty and Trinnov Audio will not be liable for any
consequential damage or loss.
After the main rear power switches are turned on, the amp goes into Standby. The amplifier is
completely off, save for a very small (and low power) supply to power the soft start circuit. When the
Standby button is pressed, the soft start sequence begins and the LED turns green. Several relay
clicks may be heard while the amplifier readies itself for operation. When the turn-on sequence is
complete the LED will illuminate blue and the amp will be fully on. Pressing the Standby button again
takes the amp directly into the standby mode.
2.2 REMOTE TRIGGERS
Use the remote trigger to connect to a compatible preamplifier, source device or other product with 5 to 12 VDC output.
When so interconnected, the Amplitude8 will turn on and off in response to the signals received from the source device.
The trigger circuit requires a steady-state signal. Units that send a pulse signal for turn-on and turn-off will not work
with the Amplitude8.
The trigger output will pass through the steady-state signal received on the trigger input to switch downstream devices
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A.1 TROUBLESHOOTING SOLUTIONS
If the Amplitude8should function abnormally during operation, please review the items in the following checklist.
Please be sure to thoroughly check all other connected components such as speakers, preamplifiers, as well as cables.
A. APPENDIX
SYMPTOM
No power or front panel lights and no sound.
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
Power cable is not inserted 100% into AC input
connector.
REMEDY
Ensure that the AC cord is inserted all the way
into the Amplitude 8 and that the wall outlet is
active.
Rear panel fuse is open. Replace with same type and rating ONLY.
Circuit breaker is open (AC outlet). Check the AC outlet circuit breaker and reset, if
necessary, or contact your dealer.
No audio output. Overheating. If the front panel PROTECT LED illuminates,
this could indicate overheating. Shut down the
Amplitude 8 until in cools. This should be a
very rare occurrence. If it does happen, an
external fan may be required.
A.2 DB25 TASCAM PINOUT
The input DB25 Tascam Pinout is also printed on the back panel of the Amplitude8.
H = Hot
C = Cold
G = Ground

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