
AHB2
Instruction Manual Rev F
Page 11
5. Connect the AC Power Cord
The AC input connector accepts standard IEC input cables. Use a grounded cable that is
appropriate for your location. The AC input is auto ranging and may be used internationally without
changing any settings or fuse sizes. Fuses are located in a drawer at the top of the AC input
connector.
6. Turn on the Power
Turn down the audio source before turning the unit on for the first time.
Press the power button to turn the unit on or off.
7. Check the Status Indicators
The amplifier has the following status indicators:
POWER
- Power-status indicator, On = Normal, Flashing = Fault
CLIP
(one per channel) - Audio-clip indicator, Flash = Clip, Off = Normal, On = Fault
TEMP
(one per channel) - Over-temperature indicator, Off = Normal, On = Fault
MUTE
(one per channel) - Channel-mute indicator, Off = Normal, On =
PROTECT
POWER - Power Status Indicator
Off = Power is Off
On = Normal Operation
Flash = Fault Condition, Power Supply has Shut Down
CLIP - Audio Clipping Indicators
Off = Normal
Occasional Flash = Some Clipping is Occurring
On = Fault Condition, Excessive Clipping has Occurred
TEMP - Over-Temperature Indicators
Off = Normal
Left On = Fault - Left Channel Overheated
Right On = Fault - Right Channel Overheated
Both On = Other Fault Conditions
MUTE - Audio Mute Indicators
Off = Normal
Both On During Start Up or Shut Down = Normal, Audio is Muted
Both On =
PROTECT
Mode, a Fault has Occurred, Audio is Muted
Note: Audio will automatically mute on startup and shutdown to protect the speakers and eliminate
unwanted transients.