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Niles SI-1230 User Manual

Niles SI-1230
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B LENDING HIGH FIDELITY AND ARCHITECTURE
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INSTALLATION & OPERATION GUIDE

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Niles SI-1230 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of Channels12
Power per channel @ 8 Ohms30 Watts
Total Harmonic Distortion< 0.1%
Trigger12VDC Trigger Input
Damping Factor> 100
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz
ProtectionShort Circuit, Thermal

Summary

Introduction

Features and Benefits

Real World Power

Detailed output power specs for unbridged and bridged modes.

Twelve to Six Channel Configurable Power

Explains bridgeable channels for increased power output.

Freedom from Noise and Cross-Talk

Discusses advanced construction for channel isolation and low noise.

Transparent Sound

Highlights high-quality components for clear, uncolored audio.

BusMatrix™ Selector

Describes the unique selector for flexible channel assignment to audio buses.

Independent Level Controls

Allows individual volume adjustment for each of the twelve speaker locations.

Turn-On Modes

Details three modes for automatic or manual amplifier activation.

Automatic Protection

Explains independent thermal and short circuit protection for each channel.

Status Display for Troubleshooting

Mentions front panel LEDs indicating power, active, and protection status.

Designed and Engineered in the USA.

States the product's origin and includes warranty information.

Applications and System Design Considerations

System Design Basics-Assigning Rooms to Zones

Explains defining multi-room systems by the number of listening zones.

Advantages of using the SI-1230 in a Single Zone System

Discusses benefits of using the amplifier for multi-speaker setups.

Using Level Controls as Limiters

Details how to calibrate volume levels for different rooms.

Bridging Channels for Areas That Require More Volume and Power

Explains bridging for increased power output in specific applications.

Using Mono For Smoother Coverage

Describes routing mono audio to specific rooms for better coverage.

Adding More than Two Surround Sound Speakers

How to enhance surround sound with additional speakers.

Creating a Low-Cost Second Zone Using A Dedicated Source

Method to set up a second listening zone with a specific source.

Adding Preamps to Create More Listening Zones

How to expand the number of independent listening zones.

Surround Sound in Two Rooms

Adding surround sound capabilities to a second room.

Configuring Your System

Sample Configuration Worksheet

Provides a template for planning system connections and settings.

Installation Considerations

Placement

Guidelines for optimal physical positioning and ventilation of the amplifier.

Turn-On Modes

Details three modes for automatic or manual amplifier activation.

Speaker Compatibility

Details impedance requirements for unbridged and bridged channels.

Cable and Wire

Recommendations for connecting cables and speaker wire types.

Front and Rear Panel Details

Installation

Bridging Two Channels into One

Explains how to combine two adjacent channels for higher power output.

BusMatrix™ Input Switch Setting

Describes how to set the DIP switches for channel source assignment.

Setting the Turn-On Mode Switch

Details how to select the amplifier's turn-on mode.

The Control Output

Explains the 12V DC signal output for triggering external devices.

Speaker Wire Connections

Provides instructions for connecting speaker wires and plugs.

Line Level Audio Inputs

Instructions for connecting audio sources to the amplifier inputs.

Cascade Audio Outputs

Describes how to connect additional amplifiers using cascade outputs.

AC Power Plug

Instructions for connecting the amplifier to a power outlet.

Operation

Power LED

Indicates AC power connection and front panel switch status.

Active LED

Shows when the amplifier has been turned on by the turn-on circuits.

Power Switch

Explains the master power switch for overall amplifier control.

D.C. Protection

Describes the protection circuit and how to reset it.

Listening at Higher Volumes

Discusses amplifier power limits and potential clipping distortion.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Provides guidance on cleaning the amplifier and occasional connector maintenance.

Troubleshooting Guide

No sound on one channel

Lists possible causes and test procedures for no sound on a single channel.

No sound on some or all channels

Lists possible causes and test procedures for no sound on multiple channels.

Hum from all of the speakers

Discusses causes of hum and how to test for ground loops.

Amp will not turn on

Troubleshooting steps for when the amplifier fails to power on.

Sound is distorted on one or all of the channels at normal volumes

Potential causes and checks for distorted audio output.

Normal volume cannot be reached

Reasons why the desired volume level might not be achievable.

Bass sound is weak and the stereo image is “phasey” sounding in one room

Explains potential causes for weak bass and phase issues.

A speaker connected to a bridged pair of amplifier channels sounds weak

Identifies issues when a speaker connected to a bridged channel sounds weak.

Configuration Worksheet

Specifications

Design Principle

States the amplifier's design principle: linear voltage/current amplification.

Continuous Power Output (FTC Rated)

Provides FTC-rated power output for unbridged channels at 8 and 4 ohms.

Bridged Power Output

Details the power output for bridged channels at 8 ohms.

Input Impedance

Specifies the amplifier's input impedance value.

Input Sensitivity

Lists the input sensitivity levels for different power outputs.

Overall Voltage Gain

States the amplifier's overall voltage gain figure.

Frequency Response

Indicates the bandwidth of the amplifier's frequency response.

Distortion

Provides distortion figures for both bridged and unbridged modes.

Overall Dimensions

Lists the physical dimensions of the amplifier.

Weight

Specifies the weight of the amplifier.

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