Harman Kardon CITATION 5.1 Owner'S Manual Download Page 21

Input/Output Protection

Under some conditions, such as a shorted speaker wire, DC voltage on an input
connection or thermal overload, the Citation 5.1 will place itself in a “protect”
mode to prevent damage to your speakers. When this happens the power indicator
will turn red and no signal will be heard. You may hear a relay “click” on as the
unit goes into its protection mode.

When this occurs, turn the unit off using the rear panel switch, and correct the
problem. Turn the unit back on. If the unit continues to go into a protect mode,
contact your dealer or installer for assistance.

Troubleshooting Guide

The Citation 5.1 is designed for trouble free operation. In normal use, most users
will not encounter any problems with the unit. However, as with any sophisticated
electronic device, there may be occasional problems on initial installation, or 
during the life of the unit. The items on this list are a brief guide to the minor
problems that you may be able to correct yourself. If these solutions do not rectify
a problem, or if the problem persists, contact your dealer, installer or an authorized
Citation service center for assistance.

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Problem

Diagnosis

Troubleshooting Hints

Page 

Amplifier will not turn on. Master Power Switch Turned Turn on Master Power 

8, 19

Off. (No Power Light LED)

Switch.

Make certain power cord 

8

is firmly inserted into 
receptacle.

Remote turn-on system not

Check all connections and

8, 9

properly configured. 

switch settings for remote 

(Power Light LED is amber)

system.

Check External Trigger 

9

Device.

Amplifier turns on, but 

Inputs not connected to 

Check Input Connections.

11-16

no audio from one or 

proper jack.

more channels.

Speakers not connected

Check Speaker Connections. 13-18

properly.

Improper settings or output 

Check the settings on your

Consult the

levels from the processor or

preamp, processor or 

manual for

controller.

controller.

the source
device.

Audio plays, then cuts off.

Amplifier Shorted 

Check Speaker connections  13-18

(LED is red)

for short circuit.

Summary of Contents for CITATION 5.1

Page 1: ...5 1 Amplifier Owner s Manual...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...nnections 9 Channel Configurations 11 System Connections 12 Input and Bridging Connections 13 Speaker Wire Preparation and Connection 17 Operation 19 Service Information 20 Troubleshooting Guide 21 Sp...

Page 4: ...ment on the same AC circuit as equipment with motors such as air conditioners or refrigera tors This will lessen the possibility of power variation and electrical start up noise affecting your sound s...

Page 5: ...them Speaker wiring input cables and power cords should be carefully placed so that they do not come in contact with or intefere with the external heat sinks Cleaning When the unit gets dirty wipe it...

Page 6: ...manual will yield major dividends in the form of listening enjoyment If you have any questions about this product its installation or operation please contact your retailer or custom installer They a...

Page 7: ...ion In addition when moving the amplifier be careful not to set it down on the heat sink edges to avoid damage to their surface or finish Similarly be care ful to avoid scratching any contact surface...

Page 8: ...wn for normal use Switch them down to bridged to combine amplifier channels for higher power output See page 13 for more information on channel configuration and bridging Power Switch This is the mast...

Page 9: ...RAIN OR MOISTURE DO NOT REMOVE COVER NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Additional...

Page 10: ...100 milliamperes The DC voltage should terminate in a standard mini plug with the positive voltage going to the tip and the negative voltage going to the ring This type of converter may be obtained a...

Page 11: ...be operated in a three channel mode Left and right front channel feeds are run through two unbridged channels while the center channel is operated in a bridged mode This allows the greater output dema...

Page 12: ...n though the product may appear to be turned off As a general rule avoid running any input signal or speaker wire connections in parallel with each other or with AC power cords This can result in unde...

Page 13: ...UTS IN 5 IN 6 IN 7 IN 8 REC A OUT MONO SUB SIDE BACK REC A OUT REC B OUT CENTER FRONT STEREO SUB FRONT 1 2 3 4 7 8 6 5 L R L R REC B OUT IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 IN 4 AUX OUT MAIN OUT CALIBRATION MICROPHONE 1 2...

Page 14: ...y interconnect cables link the output of your processor or preamplifier for the moderate powered channels left right front or surround channels to the input connectors marked Channel One and Channel T...

Page 15: ...use one of the jumpers packed with the 5 1 to make a connection between the Negative speaker connection terminals for Channel 3 and Channel 4 as shown in Figure 2B WARNING The jumper connection should...

Page 16: ...he jumpers packed with the 5 1 to make a connection between the Negative speaker connection terminals for Channel 1 Channel 2 and Channel 3 Channel 4 as shown in Figure 2C WARNING The jumper connectio...

Page 17: ...is certification assures that the cables have met a rigorous set of specifications designed for home theater applications Cables that are run inside walls should have the appropriate markings to indic...

Page 18: ...re snug against the chassis This will insure that the maximum surface area of the plug is in contact with the jack Be certain to observe proper polarity Finally run the cables to the speaker locations...

Page 19: ...the source components and processor in your system It is always a good idea to turn on your amplifier LAST This avoids the possibility of any turn on pops or transients from other equipment being amp...

Page 20: ...c control voltages and the 5 1 amplifier will go into a standby mode Turn off and return to a standby mode may be confirmed by noting that the LED indicator under the Citation name on the front panel...

Page 21: ...t are a brief guide to the minor problems that you may be able to correct yourself If these solutions do not rectify a problem or if the problem persists contact your dealer installer or an authorized...

Page 22: ...kHz Input Impedance 22K Ohms Input Sensitivity 1 1 volt for rated output Control Trigger Voltage 3 5 12 volts DC at 100 milliamperes Dimensions HxWxD 5 7 8 x 17 5 16 x 16 1 8 inches 149 x 440 x 410 mm...

Page 23: ...Staple or clip original invoice here...

Page 24: ...Madrigal Audio Laboratories 2081 South Main Street P O Box 871 Middletown CT 06457 USA Telephone 860 346 0896 Fax 860 346 1540 Part No CIT5 1OM...

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