HELIX H 500 ESPRIT User Manual (English)

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HELIX H 500 ESPRIT Specifications

H 400 ESPRIT
H 500 ESPRIT
H 1000 ESPRIT

H 400 ESPRIT

Power

continuous power rating at 4 Ohms RMS/12 V	4 x 50 W
continuous power rating at 4 Ohms/13.8 V	4 x 70/140 W
continuous power rating at 2 Ohms/13.8 V	4 x 125/250 W
continuous power rating at 4 Ohms bridged	2 x 250/500 W

Audio Performance

frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB
total harmonic distortion	< 0.009%
TIM distortion	< 0.016%
damping factor	> 300
signal to noise ratio	> 100 dB

Input Specifications

input impedance	10 kOhms
input sensitivity	700 mV - 8 V
fuse	2 x 25 Ampere

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions (H x W x D)	31.5 x 200 x 336 mm
weight	2.6 kg

H 500 ESPRIT

Power

continuous power rating at 4 Ohms RMS/12 V	4 x 40 W, 1 x 140 W
continuous power rating at 4 Ohms/13.8 V	4 x 60/120 W, 1 x 170/340 W
continuous power rating at 2 Ohms/13.8 V	4 x 80/160 W, 1 x 250/500 W
continuous power rating at 4 Ohms bridged	2 x 160/320 W

Audio Performance

frequency range	20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB
total harmonic distortion	< 0.009%
TIM distortion	< 0.016%
damping factor	> 300
signal to noise ratio	> 100 dB

Input Specifications

input impedance	10 kOhms
input sensitivity	700 mV - 8 V
fuse	2 x 30 Ampere

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions (H x W x D)	31.5 x 200 x 432 mm
weight	3.6 kg

H 1000 ESPRIT

Power

continuous power rating at 4 Ohms RMS/12 V	1 x 300 W
continuous power rating at 4 Ohms/13.8 V	1 x 350/700 W
continuous power rating at 2 Ohms/13.8 V	1 x 600/1200 W

Audio Performance

frequency range	20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB
total harmonic distortion	< 0.009%
signal to noise ratio	> 100 dB
TIM distortion	< 0.016%
damping factor	adjustable from > 50 - >800

Input Specifications

input impedance	10 kOhm
input sensitivity	600 mV - 8 V
fuse	4 x 25 Ampere

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions (H x W x D)	31.5 x 200 x 432 mm
weight	3.6 kg

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Summary

General Installation and Connection Instructions

HELIX Cross Cards (HCCs) Overview

Explanation of optional plug-in frequency crossover modules for HELIX amplifiers, detailing their functions and LED indicators.

H 500 ESPRIT Component Guide

Remote, Ground, and Battery Connections

Instructions for connecting the remote lead, ground cable, and battery cable, emphasizing proper grounding and cable cross-section.

Fuses and Signal Inputs

Details on fuse protection and RCA signal inputs, including the signal input selector and sensitivity level controls.

Subwoofer Amplifier Features

Covers the active low-pass filter, subwoofer level control, and input selector for the subwoofer amplifier.

Crossover Modules and Speaker Outputs

Information on plug-in frequency crossover modules, selector switches, and speaker connection terminals for all channels.

Advanced Amplifier Controls and Settings

Parametric Equalizer for Subwoofer

Details on setting center frequencies, level control, band width adjustment, and phase control for the subwoofer equalizer.

Protection System and Bridging

Explanation of the CPS-Colour Protection System LEDs and instructions for using the bridge selector for satellite channels.

Technical Specifications

H 400 ESPRIT Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the H 400 ESPRIT, including power ratings, frequency response, and dimensions.

H 500 ESPRIT Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the H 500 ESPRIT, including power ratings, frequency response, and dimensions.

H 1000 ESPRIT Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the H 1000 ESPRIT, including power ratings, frequency response, and dimensions.

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