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Kind K - User Manual

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models
CLIP/LIM
P ROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER
LEVEL A
Handcrafted in Italy
Model
LEVEL B
POWER
1
0
SIGNAL
PROT/TEMP
ACTIVE
SIGNAL
CLIP/LIM
CLIP/LIM
P ROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER
LEVEL A
Handcrafted in Italy
Model
LEVEL B
POWER
1
0
SIGNAL
PROT/TEMP
ACTIVE
SIGNAL
CLIP/LIM
CLIP/LIM
P ROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER
LEVEL A
Handcrafted in Italy
Model
LEVEL B
POWER
1
0
SIGNAL
PROT/TEMP
ACTIVE
SIGNAL
CLIP/LIM
CLIP/LIM
P ROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER
LEVEL A
Handcrafted in Italy
Model
LEVEL B
POWER
1
0
SIGNAL
PROT/TEMP
ACTIVE
SIGNAL
CLIP/LIM
CLIP/LIM
P ROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER
LEVEL A
Handcrafted in Italy
Model
LEVEL B
POWER
1
0
SIGNAL
PROT/TEMP
ACTIVE
SIGNAL
CLIP/LIM
CLIP/LIM
LEVEL C LEVEL D
SIGNAL
PROT/TEMP
ACTIVE
SIGNAL
CLIP/LIM
KQ
K5
K9
K12
K18
P ROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER
USER MANUAL
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Summary

Important Precautions

General Safety and Handling

Guidelines for safe operation, handling, and environmental considerations.

Electrical Safety and Power

Precautions regarding power connections, voltage, and grounding.

Operational Guidelines and Protection

Advice on proper usage, ventilation, and amplifier protection features.

Service Information

Instructions on obtaining technical service and support.

Declaration of Conformity

Warranty Information and Disclaimer

Details warranty terms, disclaimers, and coverage for KIND K model amplifiers.

Introduction and Initial Setup

Unpacking and Inspection

Instructions for checking the amplifier upon arrival and handling packaging.

Installation and Mounting Considerations

Guidance on rack mounting and selecting suitable operating locations.

Front Panel Overview

Front Panel Components

Detailed description of front panel controls, indicators, and ports.

Rear Panel Overview

Rear Panel Features

Explanation of rear panel connectors, switches, and input options.

Side View Overview

Cooling System Features

Details on fan exhaust ports and their importance for ventilation.

Operation Modes

Stereo Mode Operation

Configuring and using the amplifier in stereo mode for independent channels.

Bridged Mono Mode

Instructions for operating the amplifier in bridged mono configuration.

Parallel Mode Operation

Guidance on sending the same signal to both channels for parallel operation.

Parallel Mono Mode

Utilizing the parallel mono feature to double power at half impedance.

Output Wiring and Suggestions

Speaker Cable Recommendations

Advice on using flexible cables and understanding resistance for optimal sound.

Input Wiring; Input - Output Mode Connections

Stereo Mode Wiring Diagram

Visual guide for connecting speakers and signal sources in stereo mode.

Bridged Mono Mode Wiring Diagram

Diagram illustrating connections for bridged mono operation.

Parallel Input Wiring Diagram

Diagram showing how to connect signals for parallel input configurations.

Parallel Mono Mode Wiring Diagram

Visual guide for parallel mono output connections and important notes.

Protection Features

Real Load Limiter Function

Explanation of the limiter switch and its role in protecting speakers.

Thermal and Short Circuit Protection

Details on how the amplifier protects against overheating and output shorts.

DC Voltage Protection

How the amplifier detects and protects against DC voltage at the output terminals.

Wire Gauge Charts

Speaker Cable Resistance Loss

Charts detailing power loss based on cable length, section, and load impedance.

K models Specifications

Power Output and Performance

Technical specifications including power output, distortion, and frequency response.

Input and Circuitry Details

Specifications for input sensitivity, impedance, signal-to-noise, and circuitry type.

Protection, Cooling, and Mains Supply

Details on protection features, cooling methods, and power requirements.

Options, Dimensions, and Weight

Information on available options, physical dimensions, and unit weight.

Kind K Specifications

K5

Power Output IconPower Output
power_output_per_channel_RMS_8Ω180W
power_output_per_channel_RMS_4Ω250W
power_output_per_channel_RMS_2Ω350W
bridge_mono_8Ω500W
bridge_mono_4Ω700W
General Specifications IconGeneral Specifications
distortion_THD<0.05
frequency_response10 Hz to 30 KHz +0, -1.0dB
input_sensitivity_unbalanced+4dB (1.2V)
input_impedance20 KΩ Balanced
signal_to_noise_ratioGreater than -96dB
slew_rate25VµS
damping_factor_8Ω_10Hz_to_1KHz>300
Power Requirements IconPower Requirements
mains_supply115/230VAC ±10% 50 - 60Hz
power_requirement_230V_40%_Duty_Cycle_2Ω450W
Physical Characteristics IconPhysical Characteristics
dimension_WxHxD_U_rack_19483x133x453 / 3U
weight_net14 kg
weight_packed17 kg

K9

Power Output IconPower Output
power_output_per_channel_RMS_8Ω300W
power_output_per_channel_RMS_4Ω450W
power_output_per_channel_RMS_2Ω550W
bridge_mono_8Ω900W
bridge_mono_4Ω1100W
General Specifications IconGeneral Specifications
distortion_THD<0.05
frequency_response10 Hz to 30 KHz +0, -1.0dB
input_sensitivity_unbalanced+4dB (1.2V)
input_impedance20 KΩ Balanced
signal_to_noise_ratioGreater than -96dB
slew_rate25VµS
damping_factor_8Ω_10Hz_to_1KHz>300
Power Requirements IconPower Requirements
mains_supply115/230VAC ±10% 50 - 60Hz
power_requirement_230V_40%_Duty_Cycle_2Ω700W
Physical Characteristics IconPhysical Characteristics
dimension_WxHxD_U_rack_19483x133x453 / 3U
weight_net16 kg
weight_packed19 kg

K12

Power Output IconPower Output
power_output_per_channel_RMS_8Ω400W
power_output_per_channel_RMS_4Ω600W
power_output_per_channel_RMS_2Ω750W
bridge_mono_8Ω1200W
bridge_mono_4Ω1400W
General Specifications IconGeneral Specifications
distortion_THD<0.05
frequency_response10 Hz to 30 KHz +0, -1.0dB
input_sensitivity_unbalanced+4dB (1.2V)
input_impedance20 KΩ Balanced
signal_to_noise_ratioGreater than -96dB
slew_rate25VµS
damping_factor_8Ω_10Hz_to_1KHz>300
Power Requirements IconPower Requirements
mains_supply115/230VAC ±10% 50 - 60Hz
power_requirement_230V_40%_Duty_Cycle_2Ω850W
Physical Characteristics IconPhysical Characteristics
dimension_WxHxD_U_rack_19483x133x453 / 3U
weight_net19 kg
weight_packed22 kg

K18

Power Output IconPower Output
power_output_per_channel_RMS_8Ω500W
power_output_per_channel_RMS_4Ω800W
power_output_per_channel_RMS_2Ω1000W
bridge_mono_8Ω1600W
bridge_mono_4Ω2000W
General Specifications IconGeneral Specifications
distortion_THD<0.05
frequency_response10 Hz to 30 KHz +0, -1.0dB
input_sensitivity_unbalanced+4dB (1.2V)
input_impedance20 KΩ Balanced
signal_to_noise_ratioGreater than -96dB
slew_rate25VµS
damping_factor_8Ω_10Hz_to_1KHz>300
Power Requirements IconPower Requirements
mains_supply115/230VAC ±10% 50 - 60Hz
power_requirement_230V_40%_Duty_Cycle_2Ω1200W
Physical Characteristics IconPhysical Characteristics
dimension_WxHxD_U_rack_19483x133x453 / 3U
weight_net22 kg
weight_packed25 kg

KQ

Power Output IconPower Output
power_output_per_channel_RMS_8Ω4x250W
power_output_per_channel_RMS_4Ω4x400W
bridge_mono_8Ω2x800W
General Specifications IconGeneral Specifications
distortion_THD<0.05
frequency_response10 Hz to 30 KHz +0, -1.0dB
input_sensitivity_unbalanced+4dB (1.2V)
input_impedance20 KΩ Balanced
signal_to_noise_ratioGreater than -96dB
slew_rate25VµS
damping_factor_8Ω_10Hz_to_1KHz>300
Power Requirements IconPower Requirements
mains_supply115/230VAC ±10% 50 - 60Hz
power_requirement_230V_40%_Duty_Cycle_2Ω1000W
Physical Characteristics IconPhysical Characteristics
dimension_WxHxD_U_rack_19483x133x453 / 3U
weight_net22 kg
weight_packed25 kg

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