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Harman Kardon PA 2000 User Manual

Harman Kardon PA 2000
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PA 2000 Bridgeable Multichannel Amplifier
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Harman Kardon PA 2000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHarman Kardon
ModelPA 2000
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Key Features

Lists key features of the PA 2000 bridgeable multichannel amplifier, highlighting its capabilities and design.

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Covers essential safety measures including line voltage, circuit capacity, cord handling, and cabinet safety to prevent hazards.

Installation and Handling Guidelines

Provides guidance on safe placement, ventilation, cleaning, moving, and unpacking of the amplifier.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Power Controls and Indicators

Explains the function of the power switch and the power, standby, and protect indicators on the front panel.

Rear Panel Connections

Audio Input/Output Jacks

Details the RCA input jacks for audio sources and output jacks for daisy-chaining amplifiers.

Control and Power Interfaces

Covers power control switches, trim controls, bridge switch, and AC power input for amplifier configuration and operation.

Speaker Terminals

Describes the terminals for connecting Channel 1 and Channel 2 speaker outputs, including bridged mode connections.

Installation and Configuration

Power Control Connections

Explains how to connect the PA 2000 for automatic turn-on using manual switch, low-voltage trigger, or music sense detection.

Remote Turn-On Methods

Details configuring the amplifier for automatic turn-on via low-voltage trigger or music sense input signals.

Channel Configuration and Speaker Connections

Two-Pair Output Configuration

Guides on connecting speakers for multiroom applications using two separate pairs of outputs.

One-Pair Output (Bridged Operation)

Explains how to bridge the amplifier for a single, high-power stereo output, including speaker connection details.

Speaker Wire Connections

Speaker Wire Connection Guidelines

Provides detailed instructions on selecting and connecting speaker wire, including terminal types, polarity, and cable management.

Audio Signal Connections

Connecting Audio Sources

Details how to connect audio sources like AV receivers or processors to the amplifier's input jacks.

AC Power Connection

Explains the procedure for connecting the AC power cord to the amplifier and the wall outlet, with safety notes.

Operation

Amplifier Turn-On Modes

Describes the three ways the PA 2000 can be turned on: manual, trigger, or music sense, based on switch settings.

Output Level Adjustment

Explains how to use the output level trim controls to adjust channel output levels for system balancing or remote rooms.

Service Information

Service Assistance and Warranty

Guides users on obtaining service assistance, contacting Harman Kardon, and preserving warranty information.

Input/Output Protection Mode

Explains the Protect mode, its causes (shorted wires, DC voltage, overload), and the action to take when the Protect Indicator lights.

Troubleshooting Guide

Common Troubleshooting Solutions

Provides common causes and solutions for issues like the amplifier not turning on or having no audio output.

Technical Specifications

Amplifier Performance Metrics

Lists detailed technical specifications including power output, frequency response, signal-to-noise ratio, and dimensions.

Notes

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