Chevin Research Q1004 - User Manual

Installation.................................................. 2
Box contents, positioning & power................ 2
Inputs ........................................................... 3
Outputs ........................................................ 4
Speaker power ratings .................................. 5
Speaker impedances ..................................... 5
Mono bridge mode....................................... 6
Bridge input & output wiring ........................ 6
Operation ................................................... 7
Protection systems ........................................ 7
Servicing.......................................................7
Front & rear panels ....................................... 8
Specications.............................................. 14
Warranty & mono bridge loadings .............. 16
CONTENTS
USER MANUAL
for
PROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIERS:
A500
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A700v
•
A750
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A1000
•
A1004
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A1500
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A2000
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A3000
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A4000
A5000
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A5003
•
A6000
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Q6
•
Q900
•
Q1004
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QB1000/600
•
Line250
•
Line500

Summary

Installation Guide

Box Contents and Unpacking

Lists items included in the amplifier packaging for initial setup.

Amplifier Positioning and Ventilation

Guidelines on where to place the amplifier for proper ventilation and rack mounting.

Power Connections

Essential information regarding electrical connections, wiring, and mains supply.

Power Wiring Details

Details on earthing, power cable types, and color coding for European standards.

Mains Supply Requirements

Requirements for power rating, voltage selection, and safety hazards for mains connection.

Power and Input Configuration

Three Phase System Considerations

Important considerations for neutral current balancing in three-phase power systems.

Amplifier Input Signals

Information on amplifier input connectors, balanced/unbalanced signals, and polarity.

Balanced Input Wiring

Wiring details for connecting balanced audio sources via XLR connectors.

Unbalanced Input Wiring

Wiring details for connecting unbalanced audio sources via XLR/jack/phono.

Line250;500 Input Wiring

Specific input connection methods for Line250 and Line500 amplifier models.

Mono Bridging Setup

Information on bridging amplifier channels for increased power output.

Amplifier Outputs and Connections

A700 v Output Wiring

Specific output wiring configuration for the A700v model using Speakon sockets.

Standard Model Output Wiring

Output wiring for multiple models using parallel-connected Speakon sockets per channel.

Bridge Mode Output Wiring (A5000;A6000)

Output wiring for A5000/A6000 models permanently connected in bridge mode.

Quad Channel Model Outputs (Q6;Q1004)

Output wiring for Q6/Q1004 models with parallel connections for channel pairs.

QB1000;600 Output Wiring

Output wiring for QB1000/600 models with parallel connections for channel pairs.

Line250;500 Output Terminals

Output connection to blocks using 0v and 70v/100v HOT terminals for Line250/Line500.

Speaker Load Specifications

Speaker Power Ratings

Suggested speaker ratings per amplifier channel, in watts.

Impedance Loading Guidelines

Correct speaker loading guidelines for all amplifier models.

Mono Bridge Mode Operation

Mono Bridge Input Connections

Wiring instructions for bridging amplifier inputs across various models.

Mono Bridge Output Connections

Speaker cable connections for bridged outputs on specific amplifier models.

Gain Control for Bridging

How to set gain controls for optimal load sharing in bridge mode.

Bridge Load and Power Outputs

Reference to rear page for mono bridge loading and power output values.

Amplifier Operation and Servicing

Powering On the Amplifier

Steps for safely powering on the amplifier unit.

Powering Off the Amplifier

Procedure for safely powering off the amplifier unit.

Protection System Overview

Details on various built-in protection mechanisms for the amplifier.

Service and Maintenance Guidelines

Guidelines and warnings regarding internal maintenance and authorized service.

Front Panel Layouts

A750-A3000 Series Front Panels

Front panel layout and controls for A750, A1000, A1004, A1500, A2000, A3000 models.

A4000;A5003 Front Panels

Front panel layout and controls for A4000 and A5003 models.

A5000;A6000 Front Panels

Front panel layout and controls for A5000 and A6000 models.

Front Panel Layouts (continued)

Q6 Front Panel

Front panel layout and controls for the Q6 model.

Q900 Front Panel

Front panel layout and controls for the Q900 model.

Line250;500 Front Panels

Front panel layout and controls for the Line250 and Line500 models.

General Specifications

Amplifier Performance Data Table

Comprehensive table detailing power output, bandwidth, distortion, impedance, and dimensions for all models.

Warranty and Bridge Loading

Product Warranty Information

Details the product warranty terms, conditions, and registration process.

Chevin Research Q1004 Specifications