INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING
INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING
MOUNTING
MOUNTING
The GECKO® GENESIS ELEGANCE C.R.I.S.T.A.L.® Audiophile Class-H power amplifiers are 2U standard
rack space units. All mountable in standard 19” rack. 4 front-panel mounting points and 4 rear-panel
mounting points with M3 thread size are provided on each amplifier. Rear mounting gives additional support,
and the use of rear support is highly recommended in all mobile and touring sound systems.
COOLING
COOLING
The amplifier uses a forced-air cooling system with air flow from front to rear, maintaining a low operating
temperature within defined limits. Front-to-rear air-flow is preferred as cooler air is present at the front in
nearly all applications (this allows higher continuous power levels without encountering thermal problems).
Never attempt to reverse the air flow. The amplifier modules require a pressure chamber between the fans
and heatsink, and this effect functions only in one direction.
Make sure that there is an adequate air supply in front of the amplifier, and that the rear of the amplifier has
sufficient space to allow the exhaust to escape. If the amplifier is rack-mounted, do not use covers or doors
on the front or rear of the rack when it is in operation.
Always make sure that the dust-filters behind the detachable front panel air cooling vents are clean to ensure
maximum possible air flow.
OPERATING VOLTAGE
OPERATING VOLTAGE
The label print above the mains cable on the rear of the amplifier indicates the AC mains voltage for which
the amplifier is wired and approved: 110V or 240V. Connect the power cable only to the AC source type
referred to on the print. The warranty will not cover damage caused by connecting to an incorrect type of AC
mains.
Once a suitable AC supply is connected, the amplifier can be turned on using the front panel power switch.
The amplifier then goes through a soft-start sequence as it self-checks its circuits. The fans will blow at high
speed before dropping to idle, and the “PWR” LED will illuminate.
Inrush power is controlled and limited during “soft-start”, enabling multiple amplifiers to be powered up
simultaneously.
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NOTES: I
f the amplifier malfunctions due to dirty dust-filters, any required repairs
are not covered by the warranty.
