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Important Precautions

•  To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this  
   unit rain or moisture.
•  do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your unit.
•  do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has been  
   frayed or broken.
•  do not attempt to remove or break off the ground prong from  
   the electrical cord. This prong is used to reduce the risk of elec- 
   trical shock and fire in case of an internal short.
•  disconnect main power before making any type of connection
•   do not remove the cover under any conditions. There are no 
   user serviceable parts inside.
•  never plug this unit in to a dimmer pack.
•  Always be sure to mount this unit in an area that will allow  
    proper ventilation. Allow about 6” (15cm) between this device 
   and a wall.
•  do not attempt to operate this unit, if it becomes damaged.
•  This unit is intended for indoor use only, use of this product out-
   doors voids all warranties.
•  during long periods of non-use, disconnect the unit’s main 
   power.
•  Always mount this unit in a safe and stable manner.
•  Power cords should be routed so they are not likely to be   
   walked on, pinched by items placed upon or against them.
•   cleaning -The outside of the unit should be wipe down with a 
   soft cloth and mild cleaner when needed.
•  Heat -The appliance should be situated away from heat sources  
   such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances  
    (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
•  The fixture should  be serviced by qualified service personnel 
   when:
    A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
    B. objects have fallen on, or liquid has been spilled into the unit.
    c. The appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
    d. The fixture does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a  
         marked change in performance.

Introduction

Introduction:   

congratulations  and  thank  you  for  purchasing 

this  American  Audio

®

  vLP  series  amplifier.  This  amplifier  is  a 

representation  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 proper and safe operation of 
your new amplifier.

Unpacking:

  every  vLP  Series  amplifier  has  been  thoroughly 

tested  and  has  been  shipped  in  perfect  operating  condition. 
carefully  check  the  shipping  carton  for  damage  that  may  have 
occurred  during  shipping.  if  the  carton  appears  to  be  damaged, 
carefully inspect your unit for any damage and be sure all acces-
sories necessary to operate the unit has arrived intact. in the event 
damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our 
toll free customer support number for further instructions. Please 
do not return the amplifier to your dealer without contacting cus-
tomer support first. 

Installation: 

This  amplifier  is  designed  to  mount  into  a  standard 

19”  rack.  The  front  panel  provides  four  holes  used  to  screw  the 
unit  into  a  rack.  The  unit  also  provides  a  way  to  rear  mount  the 
unit into a rack for added security. rear mounting the unit is espe-
cially recommended for this amplifier if the unit is to mounted into 
a mobile rack.  

Customer support:

 American Audio

®

 provides a toll free custom-

er support line, to provide set up help and  to answer any question 
should you encounter problems during your set up or initial opera-
tion. You may also visit us on the web at www.americanaudio.us 
for any comments or suggestions. For service related issue please 
contact  American  Audio

®

.  Service  Hours  are  monday  through 

Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
     

voice:   

+31 45 546 85 00

 

Fax: 

 

+31 45 546 85 99

 

e-mail:  

[email protected]

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Содержание VLP 2500

Страница 1: ...User Instructions American Audio 6122 S Eastern Ave Los Angeles Ca 90040 Rev 5 10 Professional Power Amplifier VLP Series ...

Страница 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...

Страница 3: ...k 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 DE...

Страница 4: ...uction Congratulations and thank you for purchasing this American Audio VLP series amplifier This amplifier is a representation 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 t...

Страница 5: ...tion Indicators These indicators detail the operating mode of the amplifier These LEDs will also function as a power indicator 6 Power Switch This switch is used to control the units main power 7 Channel 2 Signal Indicators These green and yellow LED s will glow according to the average signal output 8 Channel 2 Clip Indicator This red LED will begin to flash when channel one begins to overload cl...

Страница 6: ...ng to the average signal output 15 Power Indicators These LEDs function as a power indicator 16 Power Switch This switch is used to control the units main power 17 Channel 2 Signal Indicators These green and yellow LED s will glow according to the average signal output 18 Channel 2 Clip Indicator This red LED will begin to flash when channel one begins to overload clip At this point channel one wi...

Страница 7: ...dicators These green and yellow LED s will glow according to the average signal output 25 Function Indicators These indicators detail the operating mode of the amplifier These LEDs will also function as a power indicator 26 Power Switch This switch is used to control the units main power 27 Channel 2 Signal Indicators These green and yellow LED s will glow according to the average signal output 28...

Страница 8: ...ity 39 Ground On Off Switch If hear a hum or any interference put the Ground switch in the On postion 40 Channel 2 Output Jack 5 way Binding Post Connect to your speaker s input jack Red is positive signal and Black is negative signal 41 Channel 1 Output Jack 5 way Binding Post Connect to your speaker s input jack Red is positive signal and Black is negative signal 42 Channel 1 Speakon Output Opti...

Страница 9: ...stores a 8 amp GMA protective fuse for the VLP 600 10 amp GMA protective fuse for the VLP 1000 and a 15 amp GMA protec tive fuse for the VLP 1500 Never defeat the fuse the fuse is designed to protect the electronics in the event of severe power fluctuations Always be sure to re place the fuse with an exact match as the one being replaced unless otherwise told to do so by an authorized American Aud...

Страница 10: ...otect the electronics in the event of severe power fluctuations Always be sure to replace the fuse with an exact match as the one being replaced unless otherwise told to do so by an authorized American Au dio service technician 70 AC Cord Plug this cable into a standard wall outlet Check that the voltage in your area matches the amplifiers required voltage 71 Channel 1 Output Jack 5 way Binding Po...

Страница 11: ...s of the binding post be sure that the banana jack is inserted securely to avoid the risk of it popping out Figure 10 Set Up INPUTS The VLP 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 cross ov...

Страница 12: ...rs 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 produ...

Страница 13: ... wire See Figure 16 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 ...

Страница 14: ... 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 VLP Series amplifier may equal or exceed 10...

Страница 15: ...ill allow brief clipping of peaks and will 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 Dif...

Страница 16: ... 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 distortion during normal operation AMPLIFIER FEATURES THRU Thru will allow the user to daisy chain one amplifiers signal input into another amplifier Plug the signal s...

Страница 17: ...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 18 Figure 17 ...

Страница 18: ...dge Mode Mono 300W RMS 8 Ohms 600W RMS 8 Ohms 1000W RMS 8 Ohms 1kHz 1 THD 1kHz 1 THD 1kHz 1 THD Total Harmonic Less Then 0 1 20Hz 20kHZ Less Then 0 1 20Hz 20kHZ Less Then 0 1 20Hz 20kHZ Distortion THD 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms Frequency 01db rated output power 01db rated output power 01db rated output power Response 8 Ohms 20Hz 20KHz 8 Ohms 20Hz 20KHz 8 Ohms 20Hz 20KHz Slew Rate 15V Per usec 15V Per us...

Страница 19: ... 1500W RMS 8 Ohms 700W rmS per channel 8 ohms 1kHz 0 1 THd Bridge mode mono 2500W rmS 8 ohms 1kHz 1 THD 1kHz 1 THD Total Harmonic Less Then 0 1 20Hz 20kHZ Less Then 0 1 20Hz 20kHZ Distortion THD 8 Ohms 8 Ohms Frequency 01db rated output power 01db rated output power Response 8 Ohms 20Hz 20KHz 8 Ohms 20Hz 20KHz Slew Rate 15V Per usec 15V Per usec Damping Factor 300 450 8 Ohm Impedance 20K Ohms Bala...

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