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Installation

Package Contents

• Power Vector Amplifier

• Module Covers (8)

• Switch Lock

• 

1

2 mm Module Cover Screws (

1

6)

• Instruction Manual

Ventilation and Mounting

Models V250  and V

1

50

When rack or table mounting models V250 and V

1

50, allow a minimum clearance of 

1

-

1

/4" on the left side of

the unit for proper ventilation of the fan exhaust and a minimum top and bottom clearance of 

1

/2". The right

side has no specific clearance requirement. These are minimum acceptable clearances, though the more space
provided on the left side, top, and bottom, the better.

Models V

1

00,V60, and V35

When rack or table mounting models V

1

00, V60, and V35, which are passively cooled, allow a minimum 

clearance of 

1

/

2

" for the bottom (set by the height of the unit’s feet) and a minimum of 

1

" from the top to other

obstructions. The sides have no specific clearance requirement. These are minimum acceptable clearances,
though the more space provided, both top and bottom, the better.

Rack Mounting

When stacking equipment in a rack, the amplifier should either be on the bottom of the stack or above 
equipment that does not produce heat.This will ensure that cool air is available to the unit’s heat sinks.A rack
mount bracket kit (model RPK87)is available for the Power Vector series of amplifiers.

Shelf/Table Mounting

When using a shelf or table mount, the amplifier should stand alone with no equipment on top of it or below
it, especially for the V

1

00,V60, and V35 models. If the amplifier must be stacked with other equipment, care must

be taken to ensure that all the minimum clearance distances are met and that the equipment below the 
amplifier produces little significant heat. Rubber feet are installed on the amplifier to allow it to be placed on a
tabletop.

Module Installation

Eight module bays are available to accept Bogen’s new advanced input modules. Module bays 7 & 8 can also
accommodate Bogen’s new advanced output modules, thereby allowing users to customize the amplifier to suit
the needs of the installation. (The bays will not accept Bogen’s older style plug-in modules.)
Before installing a module, read the instructions included with the module and make the desired jumper setting
changes.
The modules are installed by simply sliding them along the card guides inside the module bays until the 
faceplate firmly sits against the chassis, then use the two screws supplied with the module to secure it to the
chassis.

• Modules should slide in easily.
• Output modules will not fit in bays 

1

-6.

• Output modules can only be installed in bays 7 & 8.
• Output modules have 8 contacts on each side.
• Input modules have 6 contacts on each side.
• Older style Bogen input modules (4

1

/

2

" in length) are

not usable in the Power Vector amps.

- CAUTION -

DO NOT FORCE MODULES

4

Summary of Contents for Power Vector V100

Page 1: ...Power Vector Amplifiers V35 V60 V100 V150 V250 Models Installation and Use Manual 2004 Bogen Communications Inc All rights reserved Specifications subject to change without notice 54 2072 01B 0401 ...

Page 2: ...cian for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 13 Refer all servicing to qualified service pers...

Page 3: ...w Impedance Speaker Connections 6 COM and GND Terminals 7 Remote Volume Control 7 Pre EQ Output 7 Signal Processing Inserts 7 Mute Control 8 Bridging 8 System Expansion of Power Vector Amplifiers 8 OPERATION 9 10 Front Panel Controls Indicators 9 Input Volume Controls 9 Signal Clip Indicator 9 Base and Treble Controls 9 Master Volume Control 9 Average Peak Switch LED Output Meter 9 Power Switch Po...

Page 4: ...Control Controls the amount of cut or boost of treble frequencies above 10 kHz 4 Bass Control Controls the amount of cut or boost of bass frequencies below 100 Hz 5 LED Output Meter An 11 segment LED output level meter monitors the output level of the power amplifier 6 Average Peak Switch This switch determines whether the LED Output Meter registers the average or peak level of the amplifier s out...

Page 5: ...Control 7 Low Cut Switch A slide switch located in module bay 6 that allows roll off of frequencies below 125 Hz 8 Tone Control Bypass Switch A slide switch located in module bay 6 that allows the effects of the bass and treble controls to be bypassed 9 Module Bays The amplifier has eight module bays all of which can accommodate input modules with two bays bays 7 and 8 that can accommodate either ...

Page 6: ...s Shelf Table Mounting When using a shelf or table mount the amplifier should stand alone with no equipment on top of it or below it especially for theV100 V60 andV35 models If the amplifier must be stacked with other equipment care must be taken to ensure that all the minimum clearance distances are met and that the equipment below the amplifier produces little significant heat Rubber feet are in...

Page 7: ... so that the input function of the module bay is not lost when an output module is installed Input Modules Functionality The PowerVector series of amplifiers accepts Bogen s new advanced input modules which provide a wide range of input types allowing the amplifier inputs to be custom configured in both type and number for a particular application Input modules can be installed into any of the 8 m...

Page 8: ...and the GND terminal Make sure the selector switch is in the DIRECT OUT position Bypassing the output transformer and driving the speaker load directly provides the advantage of better bass response To maximize the power delivered to the speakers their combined load impedance should be 4 ohms Connecting higher load impedances is electrically acceptable but the mismatch in load impedance will cause...

Page 9: ...e direction and decrease the level of the MasterVolume control The impedance of the shorting connections must be less than 100 ohms in order to operate the control The Bogen Remote Volume Control Panel Model RVCP provides a simple and elegant means of remote control Alternatively a SPDT spring loaded center off switch or two SPST push button switches can provide the necessary contacts for remote c...

Page 10: ...d allows the connecting of Power Vector units for system expansion and simple room combining This function is bi directional Any signal received will be amplified and any signal sent can be used by another PowerVector amp The signal levels at the bridging jack will drop by one half with two Power Vectors tied together and by two thirds with three units tied together Because of the attenuation of t...

Page 11: ...0 Hz This filter shape helps to avoid overdriving the output transformer with low frequency signals that may cause noticeable distortion due to magnetic saturation of the transformer s core Master Volume Control The overall volume level of the amplifier is set by a Master Volume control The Master Volume control is motorized and can be controlled by manually adjusting the knob or by a remotely mou...

Page 12: ...e loosened screw and align it with the switch Tighten the screw making sure the lock has not shifted Other Controls Located In Module Bay 6 Tone Control Bypass Switch A slide switch that can bypass the effects of the Bass and Treble controls is located on the back plane of module bay 6 It is sometimes desirable to bypass the tone controls when other forms of system equalization are used A screwdri...

Page 13: ...Block Diagram 11 ...

Page 14: ...inimum Low Cut Frequency 125 Hz 6 dB octave Sensitivity 0 4V at backplane connector Output Regulation 2 dB or better no load to full load Output Impedance Transformer Coupled 70V 25V 8 ohms balanced or unbalanced Direct Coupled 4 ohms Inserts Insert OUT Level 1VRMS FRP Insert OUT Impedance 50 ohms maximum Insert IN Sensitivity 1VRMS Insert IN Impedance 10k ohms minimum Buffered Output Output Level...

Page 15: ...ons Trans Out load on wrong tap Bass control boosted too much POOR LOW FREQ RESPONSE NO BASS Power Indicator LED is red Input Signal Clip LED is green LED Output Meter not in red Lo cut switch is set to ON Speakers wired out of phase Check module bass control setting if available Check bass control setting Note Transformer coupled speakers have less bass response Power Indicator LED is red Volume ...

Page 16: ...ased upon warranty contract tort or other wise shall be limited to the price of the product In no event shall Bogen be liable for special incidental or consequential dam ages including but not limited to loss of profits loss of data or loss of use damages arising out of the manufacture sale or sup plying of products even if Bogen has been advised of the possibility of such damages or losses Some S...

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