Architect
Model 110-Model 210-Model 210ES
Installer’s Guide
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TroubleShooting
Troubleshooting the Architect
Amplifier
Almost all problems can be eliminated by re-checking the wiring and
settings of the Architect amplifier. If a problem cannot be solved using the
guide below, please call the AudioControl factory for further assistance.
1. No Sound:
• Verify Source unit is operating.
• Verify the Power LED in BLUE
• Verify Protection LED is BLUE.
• Verify Channel Status LED is BLUE.
• Verify Signal Present LED’s on rear panel are RED
• Check the Speaker Connector plug on the rear panel
• Check the AC Power Fuse on the rear panel.
See Appendix B for more detail on LED indicators
2. Audio Is Cutting In & Out:
• Using a DMM (Digital Multi Meter), confirm
impedance on speaker wires is 2 ohms or higher
• Check speaker leads for short.
• If using speaker level volume controls, bypass and see if
problem persists
• Verify Source unit is not clipping
• Adjust the pre-amp volume higher and/or Input
Sensitivity controls on amplifier
3. Architect is excessively hot (you cannot hold your hand on the top):
• Turn down the volume and allow it to cool off.
• Verify that the ventilation holes on the top have not
become blocked.
• Confirm speaker impedance is not too low.
4. Power and/or Protection LED is RED:
• Turn off Main Power on rear panel for 2 minutes to reset.
5. Speaker Buzzing or Cracking at high volume:
• Reduce the equalizer boost at 45Hz and 150Hz.