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constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

CAUTION: Risk of the electrical shock - 

DO NOT OPEN!

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer all  servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING: To prevent electrical shock or fire hazard, do not expose this amplifier to rain or moisture. Before using this amplifier, read the user manual for further warnings.

Ce symbole est utilisé pur indiquer  à l’utilisateur la présence à l'intérieur de ce produit de tension non-isolée dangereuse pouvant être d'intensité suffisante pour 

constituer un risque de choc électrique.
Ce symbole est utilisé pour indiquer à l’utilisateur qu'il trouvera d'importantes instructions importantes sur l'utilisation et l'entretien de l'appareil dans la littérature 

accompagnant le produit.

ATTENTION: Risque de choc électrique - NE PAS OUVRIR!  

ATTENTION: Afin de réduire le risque de choc électrique, ne pas enlever le couvercle. Il ne se trouve à l’intérieur aucune piéce pouvant être réparée par l'utilisateur. Confier 

l'entretien à un personnel qualifié.
AVERTISSEMENT: Afin de prévenir les risque de décharge ou de feu, n’exposez pas cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité. Avant d’utiliser cet amplificateur, lisez les aver-

tissements supplémentaries situés dans le guide.

Este símbolo tiene el propósito de alertar al usuario de la presencia de  “voltaje peligroso“ que no tiene aislamiento dentro de la caja del producto que puede tener 

una magnitud suficiente como para constituir riesgo de corrientazo.
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NO SE ABRA

PRECAUCIÓN: Para disminuir el riesgo de choque eléctrico, no quite la cubierta. No hay piezas adentro que el usario puede reparar. Deje todo mantenimiento al los téc-

nicos cualificados.
ADVERTENCIA: Para prevenir choque eléctrico o riesgo de incendios, no deja expuesto a la lluvia o a la humedad este amplificador. Antes de usar este amplificador, lea 

mas advertencias en la guia de operacion.

Dieses Symobl soll den Anwender vor unisollierten gefährlichen Spannungen innerhalb des Gehäuses warnen, die von Ausreichender Stärke sind, um einen elek-

trischen Schlag verursachen zu können.

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fen.

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werden könnten. Reparaturen nur von qualifizierte Fachpersonal durchführen lassen.
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Summary of Contents for V4002

Page 1: ...User Instructions 4 15 Professional Power Amplifier V4002 V5002 V6002 ...

Page 2: ...supplémentaries situés dans le guide Este símbolo tiene el propósito de alertar al usuario de la presencia de voltaje peligroso que no tiene aislamiento dentro de la caja del producto que puede tener una magnitud suficiente como para constituir riesgo de corrientazo Este símbolo tiene el propósito de alertar al usuario de la presencia de instrucciones importantes sobre la operación y mantenimiento...

Page 3: ...risk of electric shock The exclamation point triangular symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the user manual accompanying the amplifier POUR ASSURER L A FIABILE TE E T OBTENIT UNE PERFORMANCE OPTIMALE NESOUMETTE JAMAIS L AMPLIFICATEUR A UNE CHARGE D IMPEDANCE TOTALE INFERIEURE A 2 OHMS NI AVEC UN H P NI EN COMBINAISON...

Page 4: ...Congratulations and thank you for purchasing this American Audio V Series amplifier This amplifier is a represen tation of American Audio s continuing commitment to produce the best and highest quality products all at an affordable price Please read and understand this manual completely before attempting to operate your new amplifier This booklet contains important information concerning the prope...

Page 5: ...this point channel one will begin to distort Under heavy clipping activity lower the channel one gain control to reduce the risk of damage to your speakers and amplifier This LED may glow when the unit has been turned off this is normal 5 Channel 2 Gain Control This rotary knob is used to control the output signal of channel two Turning the knob in a clockwise direction will in crease signal outpu...

Page 6: ... unit again 9 AC Cord Plug this cable into a standard wall outlet Check that the voltage in your area matches the amplifiers required voltage 10 Channel 2 Speakon Output Optional speaker output connections Use pins 1 and 1 of this 4 pole Speakon connector to connect to your speaker s Speakon input jack 11 Channel 2 Output Jack 5 way Binding Post Connect to your speaker s input jack Red is positive...

Page 7: ...aximum output is exceeded Simply depress the breaker and power up the unit again 9 AC Cord Plug this cable into a standard wall outlet Check that the voltage in your area matches the amplifiers required voltage 10 Channel 2 Speakon Output Optional speaker output connections Use pins 1 and 1 of this 4 pole Speakon connector to connect to your speaker s Speakon input jack 11 Channel 2 Output Jack 5 ...

Page 8: ...the caps of the binding post be sure that the banana jack is inserted securely to avoid the risk of it popping out Figure 7 Set Up INPUTS The V Series amplifier allows you to use two types of input connector per a channel a XLR jack for balanced connections and a 1 4 female jack that will accept balanced and unbalanced connectors Use these connections to connect the output signal from a mixer cros...

Page 9: ... to terminate their speaker cables with spade lugs or bare wire ends This is not advantageous to most users that want to reconfigure their systems or quickly change out an amp The Neutrik Speakon connector provides the most convenient solution to this problem eliminating the need for spade plugs or bare wire end cables Major speaker manufacturers have been using Speakon connectors on their product...

Page 10: ...wire See Figure 13 5 Slide the connector insert B into the connector housing A making sure that the large notch on the outer edge of the insert lines up with the large groove on the inside of the connector housing The insert should slide easily through the housing and out the other side until it extends approximately 3 4 inch from the end of the housing 6 Slide the cable tension clip D along the c...

Page 11: ...r across the red output binding post on the rear of your amplifier Turn your equipment on your amplifier should always be the last item you turn on Apply an input source signal to your amplifier Turn channel two gain up Use the channel one gain to regulate your amplifier output Bridged Mono Mode Caution The voltage across the output terminals of a bridged V Series amplifier may equal or exceed 100...

Page 12: ...ill only activate when continuous hard clipping occurs During excessive clipping the limiter will reduce the audio signal enough to minimize the amount of clipping When the input signal decreases enough that clipping ends the limiter will deactivate and cease its gain reduction The limiter has a fixed threshold and can not be adjusted Safe Power Levels at Different Output Loads 8 Ohm Loads The amp...

Page 13: ...tage is dangerous and may damage the amplifier Always be sure the source voltage for your areas matches the required voltage for your amplifier Gain Controls The gain controls are located on the front panel and are calibrated in 2dB of attenuation from full gain It is best to adjust the amplifier so no hissing is heard from speakers with no music being played this will ensure the lowest possible d...

Page 14: ...ICAL MONO BRIDGE SET UP SPEAKERS 8 OHM MINIMUM TYPICAL STEREO OUTPUT CONNECTIONS SPEAKERS 4 OHM MINIMUM SPEAKERS 4 OHM MINIMUM Use Channel 1 Inputs Only XLR or 1 4 Jacks X Use Speakon or Banana Jacks Use the two positive binding post termainals red for speaker output Figure 15 Figure 14 ...

Page 15: ...cludes after inspection affects the reliability of the product if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the American Audio factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by American Audio if the product is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth in the instruction manual D This is not a service contract and this warranty does not include ma...

Page 16: ...American Audio www americanaudio us V Series Power Amplifier User Manual Page 16 NOTES ...

Page 17: ...MS 4 Ohms 4000W RMS 4 Ohms 5000W RMS 4 Ohms 1kHz 1 THD Bridged Mode 1kHz 1 THD Bridged Mode 1kHz 1 THD Bridged Mode Total Harmonic Less Then 0 03 20Hz 20kHZ Less Then 0 03 20Hz 20kHZ Less Then 0 03 20Hz 20kHZ Distortion THD 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms Frequency 0 0 5db 20Hz 20KHz 5Hz to 50kHz to 3dB 5Hz to 50kHz to 3dB Response 0 3dB 5Hz 60KHz Slew Rate 40V msec 40V msec 40V msec Damping Factor 350 300 3...

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