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American Audio Power Amplifier V5000plus - User Manual

American Audio Power Amplifier V5000plus
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User Instructions
AMERICAN AUDIO®
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles Ca. 90058
Rev. 12/03
Professional Power Amplier
V5000plus
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Summary

Safety Precautions

Electrical Shock Hazard

Alerts users to dangerous voltage and advises against opening the enclosure.

Servicing Instructions

Highlights the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature.

Important Safety and Operational Warnings

Electrical Shock & Opening

Warns against opening the unit due to electrical shock risk and refers servicing to qualified personnel.

Speaker Load Impedance

Advises against speaker loads less than 2 ohms for optimal performance and reliability.

General Precautions and Introduction

Handling and Usage Precautions

Covers safety rules like avoiding moisture, frayed cords, and ensuring proper ventilation.

Product Introduction and Unpacking

Welcomes user, advises reading manual, and guides on checking unit after shipping.

Installation and Customer Support

Details rack mounting options and provides contact information for assistance.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Power and Function Indicators

Controls main power and displays operating modes and status.

Channel 1 Controls

Includes Gain, Limiter Switch, Clip Indicator, Protect Indicator, and Signal Indicators.

Channel 2 Controls

Includes Gain, Limiter Switch, Clip Indicator, Protect Indicator, and Signal Indicators.

Rear Panel Connections and Features

Cooling and Input;Output Jacks

Dual cooling fans, XLR and 1/4" inputs, THRU jacks, and binding post outputs.

Mode and Subwoofer Switches

Controls operating mode (Stereo, Bridge, Parallel) and subwoofer activation.

Speaker Output Connectors

Details Speakon and binding post outputs for speaker connections.

Reset Button and AC Cord

Includes a reset button for the breaker and the AC power cord connection.

Setup and Signal Flow

Input Signal Configuration

Explains XLR/1/4" inputs, balanced/unbalanced connections, and THRU jack use.

Speaker Output Wiring

Details connecting speakers to binding posts using bare wire, banana, or spade connectors.

Connector Pinouts

Provides pin configuration for XLR and 1/4" plugs for proper connections.

Speaker Connection Methods

Bare Wire and Spade Connections

Instructions for connecting speakers using bare wire or spade connectors to binding posts.

Banana Plug Connections

Instructions for connecting speakers using banana plugs to binding posts.

Mono Bridge and Stereo Speakon

Details speaker wiring for mono bridge and stereo Speakon connections.

Speakon Connector Assembly Guide

Required Tools and Materials

Lists necessary items like Speakon connectors, cable, pliers, and Allen key.

Assembly Steps and Diagrams

Provides detailed steps and visual guides for assembling Speakon connectors.

Operating Mode Configurations

Stereo and Mono Bridge Modes

Explains setup for stereo operation and mono bridge operation with cautions.

Parallel Mono and Subwoofer Modes

Covers parallel mono for bass and subwoofer modes with frequency adjustment.

Advanced Modes and Protection

Mono Subwoofer and Bi-Amping

Details mono subwoofer setup and using amp for bi-amping systems.

Limiter and Short Circuit Protection

Explains the built-in limiter and output short circuit protection features.

Protection, Features, and Indicators

Thermal Protection and Voltage

Describes cooling, overheating protection, and correct AC voltage requirements.

Amplifier Features Overview

Covers THRU function, ground lift switch, gain controls, and LED indicators.

Subwoofer Mode Wiring Examples

Bridge Subwoofer Setup Diagram

Illustrates speaker connection for bridge subwoofer mode.

Stereo Subwoofer Setup Diagram

Illustrates speaker connection for stereo subwoofer mode.

Typical Amplifier Connection Diagrams

Stereo Output Connection Example

Diagram showing typical stereo speaker connections.

Mono Bridge Setup Example

Diagram showing typical mono bridge speaker connections.

Power Plug Modification

30 Amp Plug Conversion Steps

Guide to changing the power plug for increased power output.

Wire Color Identification

Identifies wire colors for correct connection during plug modification.

Warranty and Service Policy

3-Year Limited Warranty Details

Covers warranty terms, purchase validation, and service procedures.

Warranty Exclusions and Limitations

Outlines conditions that void the warranty and implied warranty limits.

Technical Specifications

V5000 PLUS Model Specs

Provides detailed specifications for the V5000 PLUS amplifier model.

American Audio Power Amplifier V5000plus Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAmerican Audio
ModelPower Amplifier V5000plus
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

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