Chevin Research QB1000/600 - 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
•
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
•
QB1000/600
•
Line250
•
Line500

Summary

Installation and Setup

Box Contents and Positioning

Details items included in the amplifier packaging and guidance on placement for ventilation.

Power and Wiring

Information on mains supply, earthing, and power cable requirements for safe operation.

Audio Inputs

Balanced and Unbalanced Inputs

Wiring instructions for connecting balanced and unbalanced audio sources via XLR connectors.

Line250;Line500 Input Specifics

Describes connector types and wiring for Line250 and Line500 input connections.

Mono Bridging

Explains how to bridge amplifier channels for increased power output.

Audio Outputs

Output Wiring by Model

Details Speakon socket wiring configurations for various amplifier models.

Line250;Line500 Output Connections

Instructions for connecting loads to connector blocks for Line250 and Line500 models.

Speaker Configuration

Speaker Power Ratings

Table of suggested speaker ratings per amplifier channel in watts.

Speaker Impedances

Guidelines for correct speaker loading and minimum impedance for various models.

Mono Bridge Mode Operation

Bridging Input and Output Wiring

Wiring instructions for input signals and speaker connections in mono bridge mode.

Mono Bridge Operation and Loading

Guidance on setting gain controls and understanding loading for bridge mode.

Operation and Servicing

Powering On and Off

Steps for safely powering up and down the amplifier, including indicator functions.

Protection Systems

Overview of amplifier protection mechanisms like AutoMute, shorted output, and clipping.

Servicing Guidelines

Safety warnings and instructions regarding internal maintenance and authorized servicing.

Front Panel Layouts

A500 and A700 v Front Panels

Diagrams and labels for the A500 and A700v amplifier front panel controls.

Q1004 and QB1000;600 Front Panels

Diagrams and labels for Q1004 and QB1000/600 amplifier front panel controls.

Rear Panel Connectivity

A500 and A700 v Rear Panels

Layout of rear panel connectors and features for the A500 and A700v amplifiers.

Q1004 and QB1000;600 Rear Panels

Layout of rear panel connectors and features for Q1004 and QB1000/600 amplifiers.

Front Panel Details

A750 to A3000 Front Panels

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

A4000 and A5003 Front Panels

Front panel controls and indicators for A4000 and A5003 models.

A5000 and A6000 Front Panels

Front panel controls and indicators for A5000 and A6000 models, including limiter.

Rear Panel Details

A750 to A3000 Rear Panels

Rear panel connectors and features for A750, A1000, A1004, A1500, A2000, A3000 models.

A4000 and A5003 Rear Panels

Rear panel connectors and features for A4000 and A5003 models.

A5000 and A6000 Rear Panels

Rear panel connectors and features for A5000 and A6000 models.

Front Panel Features

Q6 Front Panel

Front panel controls and indicators for the Q6 amplifier.

Q900 Front Panel

Front panel controls and indicators for the Q900 amplifier.

Line250 and Line500 Front Panels

Front panel controls and indicators for Line250 and Line500 line amplifiers.

Rear Panel Configuration

Q6 Rear Panel

Rear panel connectors and features for the Q6 amplifier.

Q900 Rear Panel

Rear panel connectors and features for the Q900 amplifier.

Line250 and Line500 Rear Panels

Rear panel connectors and features for Line250 and Line500 line amplifiers.

General Specifications

Power Output and Bandwidth

RMS power output, power bandwidth, and slew rate for various models.

Distortion, Noise, and Crosstalk

Specifications for total harmonic distortion, signal-to-noise ratio, and crosstalk.

Input, Protection, and Power Consumption

Details on input impedance, protection systems, and power consumption.

Dimensions and Weight

Physical dimensions (rack units, inches, mm) and weight for each amplifier model.

Model-Specific Specifications

Q900, A2000 to A6000 Specifications

Power output, bandwidth, distortion, and noise for Q900, A2000-A6000 series.

Line250 and Line500 Specifications

Line operation power, bandwidth, distortion, and noise for Line250/Line500.

Mono Bridge Loading and Warranty

Mono Bridge Loading

Table of minimum load and power output for mono bridge configurations.

Product Warranty Information

Details the warranty period, restrictions, and procedure for service.

Chevin Research QB1000/600 Specifications