6. Check for shorted positive (+) and negative (–) speaker connections.
7. If the preamplifier is working properly, the power light is on, and there is
still no output from one or more channels, the likelihood is that there is
a blown internal fuse. Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the
amplifier, as they should be able to check and change the fuse for you.
Do not attempt to change this fuse yourself: Unauthorized repairs will
void your warranty.
Amplifier Hum
The 3000 Series amplifiers utilize a large toroidal transformer, so some
physical hum can be expected. A hum that is heard when you step away from
the amplifier could be considered unusual, but does not necessarily indicate a
problem with the amplifier. Contact your dealer if you have any concerns about
amplifier hum. Hooking the amplifier up at the dealer’s store and comparing it
with the floor model is a good way to verify whether or not what you are
experiencing is normal.
1. Plug the amplifier into different outlets (different circuits) in the house to see
if it exhibits the same hum.
2. Check for the presence of halogen or other low voltage, or fluorescent
lighting connected to the same circuit. These devices can release noise on
the A/C line that may cause the transformer to resonate, resulting in hum.
3. An intermittent physical hum can generally be attributed to an external
source connected to the same A/C power.
Loudspeaker Hum
In most systems, it is normal to hear some quiet noise when your ear is placed
close to the loudspeaker. It is not normal to hear a loud hum when you step
away; this is usually an indication of a ground loop. If you suspect your system
is exhibiting a ground loop, contact your dealer for recommendations. Follow
the steps below to help determine the source of loudspeaker hum:
1. Power the system down and wait a minute or two for the power supply to
drain. Remove the preamp connections from the amplifier and power the
amp back up. If there is no noise, the problem is not with the amplifier, but
may be system-related.
2. Again power down the amplifier. Reconnect the preamplifier and disconnect
ALL audio and video sources. Power up the preamp and amp. If the hum
returns, it is either coming from the preamplifier, or is the result of a ground
loop between the preamp and amplifier. Ensure that both pieces are
plugged into the same A/C outlet. All your audio and video equipment
should be connected to the same circuit, to make sure that they utilize the
same ground.
3. With the system powered down, connect each source component one by
one, and power the system back up. Source components such as a satellite
receiver, cable box, tuner, or other device connected to an antenna outside
the house can cause a ground loop between the audio system’s ground and
the ground for the external connection. Your Aragon dealer can offer
suggestions for eliminating a ground loop. The Mondial Designs Magic Box
may also solve this problem: It is available at www.mondialdesigns.com
WARRANTY
U.S. and Canada
The Warranty below is valid only for sales to consumers in the United States
or Canada.
The manufacturer warrants this ARAGON product to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship (subject to the terms set forth below) for a period
of two (2) years from the date of purchase. During the Warranty period, the
manufacturer will repair or replace (at the manufacturer’s option) this product
or any defective parts.
To obtain technical support and/or warranty service, you may either: (a) call
ARAGON at 1-866-781-7284 (toll free) or (b) contact the ARAGON authorized
dealer from which you purchased this product. If you choose to call ARAGON
directly we strongly suggest that you choose the technical support option as
the majority of customer problems can be solved over the phone. If technical
support is unable to solve the problem, they will advise as to whether the
preferred route to obtain warranty service is to return the product to the
ARAGON authorized dealer from which you purchased the product or to return
the product directly to the manufacturer, freight paid, for repair. If returning the
product you will need to ship this product in either its original packaging or
packaging affording an equal degree of protection.
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice, which is
evidence that this product is within the Warranty period, must be presented or
included to obtain Warranty service.
This Warranty is invalid if (a) the factory-applied serial number has been
altered or removed from this product or (b) this product was not purchased
from an ARAGON authorized dealer. You may call 1-866-781-7284 (choose
the ARAGON customer service option) to confirm that you have an unaltered
serial number and/or you purchased from a ARAGON authorized dealer.
This Warranty is only valid for the original purchaser and will automatically
terminate prior to expiration if this product is sold or otherwise transferred to
another party.
This Warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to misuse,
abuse, negligence, acts of God, accident, commercial use or modification of,
or to any part of, the product. This Warranty does not cover damage due to
improper operation, maintenance or installation, or attempted repair by anyone
other than the manufacturer or an ARAGON dealer which is authorized to do
ARAGON warranty work. Any unauthorized repairs will void this Warranty. This
Warranty does not cover product sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS.
REPAIRS OR REPLACEMENTS AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY
ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. THE
MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
PROHIBITED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF
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POWER AMPLIFIERS
