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Adcom GFA-555II User Manual

Adcom GFA-555II
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Adcom GFA-555II Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAdcom
ModelGFA-555II
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Regulations and Precautions

Electrical Safety and General Warnings

Covers UL/CSA safety for shock, misuse, and environmental exposure.

Antenna and CATV Grounding Safety

Guidance on safely grounding outdoor antennas and CATV systems per electrical codes.

Introduction and Product Overview

Manual Introduction and Purpose

Introduces the GFA-555II amplifier, its design, and the manual's utility.

High Current Amplifier Operation Warning

Crucial warning on handling high current output and capacitor discharge risks.

Unpacking and Installation Guide

Unit Unpacking and Inspection

Instructions for inspecting the unit on arrival and retaining packing materials.

Amplifier Installation and Ventilation

Advice on proper placement for ventilation and heat dissipation.

Amplifier Operation and Options

Amplifier Ventilation and Mounting

Ensuring adequate airflow and proper mounting in cabinets or racks.

Optional Fan and Rack Mount Adaptors

Details on the optional fan accessory and rack-mount adaptors.

Connecting the GFA-555II Amplifier

Instructions for making input/output connections, emphasizing power-off.

Speaker and Input Connections

Stereo Speaker Output Terminals

Guide to connecting loudspeakers to the stereo speaker output terminals.

Stereo/Bridged Mono Input Selection

Explanation of the STEREO/BRIDGED MONO INPUT switch and its function.

Bridged Mono Mode Operation

Bridged Mono Input and Output Wiring

How to set up and connect for bridged mono operation.

Bridged Mode Loudspeaker Impedance

Requirements for loudspeaker impedance when using bridged mono mode.

Protection Circuits and Fuses

DC Rail Fuse Function and Replacement

Explanation of DC rail fuses, their purpose, and how to replace them.

AC Power and Fuse Details

AC Line Cord and Polarized Plug

Details on the polarized AC line cord and plug requirements.

AC Line Fuse Function and Replacement

Information on the AC line fuse, its function, and replacement.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

AC Power ON/OFF Switch Operation

Operation of the main power switch.

POWER LED Indicator Status

Meaning of the POWER LED status and related operational issues.

Front Panel Alerts and Indicators

GFA-555II Front Panel Diagram

Diagram identifying front panel controls and indicators.

Instantaneous Distortion Alert LEDs

Explanation of distortion alert LEDs and their meaning during playback.

Thermal Protection LED Indicator

Function of the thermal protection LED and shutdown mechanism.

Care, Maintenance, and Servicing

Preventing Thermal Protection Activation

Guidance on preventing recurrent thermal protection activation.

Amplifier Care and Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the amplifier's external appearance.

ADCOM Technical Servicing

Contact details and procedures for technical service and unit returns.

GFA-555II Performance Specifications

Amplifier Power Output Ratings

Detailed power output specifications under various load conditions.

Distortion and Noise Level Measurements

Measurements for IM distortion, THD, and noise levels.

Detailed Technical Specifications

Input Sensitivity and Damping Factor Specs

Specifications for input sensitivity and damping factor.

Rise Time and Semiconductor Complement

Details on rise time and the semiconductor components used.

Power Consumption, Dimensions, and Weight

Specifications for power consumption, chassis/overall dimensions, and weight.

General Product and Company Information

Includes power availability, company contact, and print location.

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