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PLACEMENT FOR PROPER VENTILATION

The PVA Series Amplifier requires a minimum of 12” (30cm)

of unobstructed air space above the top cover. Make sure

that the ventilation slots on the top and bottom remain

unobstructed by any object. Do not stack any other

component on top of the PVA Series Amplifier or block the

ventilation slots in any way. Also, be sure that the amplifier

is placed on a secure, hard and level surface, 

NOT

on carpet.

In the event of overheating, your PVA Series Amplifier is

equipped with a thermal shut off feature. The amplifier will

remain off until the temperature falls below the shut off

threshold. Once this condition is met, the amplifier will reset

itself and it can be powered on again.

OPERATION

Before plugging in the PVA Series Amplifier, check to see

that the unit is configured for the correct AC line voltage for

country of use. The operating AC line voltage is indicated on

the side of the shipping box. If the amplifier is set incorrectly

for the country in which it is to be operated, contact the

dealer or distributor in your area. If the unit is configured

properly, continue with operation.

Connect loudspeakers to the appropriate post as described

in the Speaker Connection Posts section above. 

The remaining input signal connection is made with

Unbalanced (RCA) connectors from a suitable Preamp or

SSP such as the Anthem AVM 20.

Connect the preamp/SSP outputs to the appropriate PVA

Series Amplifier inputs (F in figures 2 to 4) for each channel.  

Select an appropriate ON MODE for your PVA Series

Amplifier. If TRIGGER mode is selected, connect a standard

3.5mm Mini Plug trigger cable between your PVA Series

Amplifier and the upstream control component, such as the

Anthem AVM 20.

Connect the Detachable Power Cord to the AC Power Cord

Socket (E in figures 2 to 4). Plug your amplifier into the AC

power source.

After you ensure your preamp or SSP has the volume turned

down or muted, you can power up your PVA Series Amplifier,

which is now ready for operation.

BREAK-IN TIME

As with all audio electronic products, the ultimate sonic

character of the PVA Series Amplifier will not be realized

until  the unit receives a minimum of approximately 70 hours

of signal break-in time (i.e. the amplifier is on and outputting

a signal).

TROUBLESHOOTING

If at any time the PVA Series Amplifier fails to work properly,

consult this checklist:

1. Check that the AC Detachable Power Cord is plugged into

the Detachable Power Cord Socket (E in figures 2 to 4) and is

connected to a live source of AC power. For instance, if using

a power bar, check that the bar is turned on.

2. Ensure that all Input and Output connections are secure for 

a proper electrical contact.

3. Ensure that the amplifier is configured for the appropriate

ON MODE in your system setup (D in figures 2 to 4).

4. Check the internal fuse(s).

If a problem still persists, please contact your authorized

Anthem Dealer directly.

PACKING MATERIALS

Please retain all of the packing material and shipping boxes

for your PVA Series Amplifier. They are custom designed to

prevent shipping damage from occurring. Sonic Frontiers

Int’l will accept no responsibility for any damage occurring

to an PVA Series Amplifier that is shipped in packing material

other than the original Sonic Frontiers packing material.

Summary of Contents for PVA 2

Page 1: ...P V A 2 5 7 A M P L I F I E R S O P E R A T I N G M A N U A L ...

Page 2: ...tain these instructions for future reference CAUTION To protect against electrical shock and risk of fire do not expose to rain or moisture and do not use amplifier near sinks showers bathtubs swimming pools saunas in wet basements or near any source of water Always unplug before cleaning and use a damp soft cloth To protect against electrical shock do not remove the amplifier cover There are no u...

Page 3: ... RIGHT INPUT S E R I A L N O P V A 5 S E R I A L N O RIGHT INPUTS LEFT INPUTS 1125VA A B F I G U R E 1 PVA Series front panel F I G U R E 4 PVA 7 rear panel F I G U R E 2 PVA 2 rear panel F I G U R E 3 PVA 5 rear panel C D E G F C D E G F P A N E L V I E W S ...

Page 4: ... voltage for the area in which it is sold see shipping box for voltage setting F SINGLE ENDED UNBALANCED RCA INPUT This input accepts unbalanced RCA input connections from an external preamp or SSP unit such as the Anthem AVM 20 Connect the line level inputs to the L LS LR C RR RS or R RCA connectors depends on PVA model G SPEAKER CONNECTION POSTS Each custom 5 way binding post accepts a connectio...

Page 5: ... your PVA Series Amplifier If TRIGGER mode is selected connect a standard 3 5mm Mini Plug trigger cable between your PVA Series Amplifier and the upstream control component such as the Anthem AVM 20 Connect the Detachable Power Cord to the AC Power Cord Socket E in figures 2 to 4 Plug your amplifier into the AC power source After you ensure your preamp or SSP has the volume turned down or muted yo...

Page 6: ... W 200 W 140 W 300 W HEADROOM 1 25 dB 8 Ω 2 13 dB 4 Ω POWER BANDWIDTH 10 Hz 80 kHz 125 W 8 Ω FREQUENCY RESPONSE 20 Hz 20 kHz 0 20 dB 5 Hz 100 kHz 2 5 dB THD N 0 002 1 kHz 0 03 20 kHz 125 W into 8 Ω INPUT SENSITIVITY 1 12 VRMS for 125 W into 8 Ω INPUT IMPEDANCE 10k Ω DAMPING FACTOR 200 1 kHz ref 8 Ω S N RATIO 122 dB A weighted ref 125 W CHANNEL SEPARATION 65 dB 100 Hz 10 kHz VOLTAGE GAIN 29 dB SLEW...

Page 7: ...ort tampered with modified or repaired by anyone other than SFI or an authorized SFI service center Regular maintenance is not covered by this warranty If inspection by SFI discloses that the repair required to the product is not covered by this warranty regular repair charges shall apply DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY Under no circumstances does Sonic Frontiers International assume liability or responsi...

Page 8: ... S S A U G A O N T A R I O C A N A D A L 5 L 5 Y 7 T E L 9 0 5 8 2 8 4 5 7 5 F A X 9 0 5 8 2 8 4 5 8 5 S o n i c F r o n t i e r s c a n b e r e a c h e d 9 0 0 a m t o 5 0 0 p m E S T o r 2 4 h o u r s a d a y b y f a c s i m i l e E M A I L S F I s o n i c f r o n t i e r s c o m W E B S I T E h t t p w w w s o n i c f r o n t i e r s c o m 30 11 01 ...

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