Carver M-500 User Manual

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Carver M-500 Specifications

General

Frequency Response	20Hz to 20kHz
Input Sensitivity	1.5V
Gain	26 dB
Power Output	250 watts per channel into 8 ohms (stereo)
Signal to Noise Ratio	100dB
Dimensions	19 x 5.5 x 15.5 inches (48.3 x 14 x 39.4 cm)

Summary

Block Diagrams

Power Supply Control

Block diagram of the power supply control section.

Amplification

Block diagram of the amplification section.

BTL Circuit

Block diagram of the BTL circuit.

Unit

Block diagram of the unit section.

Specifications

Amplifier Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the M-500 amplifier.

Alignment Procedures

Power Supply Alignment

Step-by-step procedure for power supply alignment.

Bias Current Alignment

Procedure for adjusting bias current.

Meter Alignment

Steps for calibrating the power meters.

Alignment Points

MA-375 PCB Alignment Points

Diagram showing alignment points on the MA-375 PCB.

PS-376 PCB Alignment Points

Diagram showing alignment points on the PS-376 PCB.

Meter Unit Adjustment

Diagram for meter unit zero point adjustment.

Power Supply Board Layout

Main Amplifier Board Layout

Schematic Diagrams

Overall Schematic

Complete circuit schematic diagram of the amplifier.

Transistor Component List

List of transistors used in the schematic.

Diode Component List

List of diodes used in the schematic.

IC Component List

List of integrated circuits used in the schematic.

Parts List

Sub Assembly Parts Location

Service Bulletin M-500-2

Bulletin Reason

Reason for the service bulletin.

Bulletin Modifications

Details of parts to delete and add for the bulletin.

Bulletin Procedure

Step-by-step procedure for implementing the service bulletin.