PYLE PT8000CH 8 Channel Home Theater Amplifier User Guide

: October 30, 2023
: Pyle

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION
FEATURES
- Audiophile Design
- Advanced Protection
- Flexible Input Selection
- Bridging
- Individual Channel Level Adjustments
FRONT PANEL – DIAGRAM 1
REAR PANEL – DIAGRAM 2
SYSTEM DESIGN & OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS
- Multi-Room
- Multi-Zone
- Bridging
- Source
- Channel
- Level Controls
- BUS AUX LINE Switch
- R R + L L Switch
- Bus Input
- Auxiliary Inputs
SYSTEM DESIGN EXAMPLES
Multi-Room Installation Example (Diagram 4)
- Multi-Zone Example #1 (Diagram 5)
- Multi-Zone Example #2 (Diagram 6)
- Home Theater / Multi-Room Example (Diagram 7)
DIAGRAM 4 – MULTI-ROOM INSTALLATION
DIAGRAM 5 – MULTI-ZONE INSTALLATION #1
DIAGRAM 6 – MULTI-ZONE INSTALLATION #2
DIAGRAM 7 – HOME THEATER/MULTI-ROOM INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
- DO
- DON’T
- YOU SHOULD KNOW
INSTALLATION
- Selecting Bridge Mode (See Diagram 11)
- Connecting the Speaker Wires
- Connecting the Line Level Audio Inputs
- Audio Outputs
- AC Power
OPERATION
- Active LED
- Protection LEDs
- Level Adjustment Knobs
TROUBLESHOOTING
FEATURES
WHAT’S IN THE BOX:
TECHNICAL SPECS:
Customer Support
References
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PYLE PT8000CH 8 Channel Home Theater Amplifier

DIAGRAM 1 - FRONT PANEL

INTRODUCTION

Read through this user manual before using the product to ensure its correct use. Keep this manual for future reference.

The PT8000CH contains the excellent performance and reliability that PYLEUSA products have been recognized for. The PT8000CH features the flexibility needed for demanding custom installation applications. It is ideal for use in home theater, stereo, multi-room, multi-zone and commercial applications.
For best performance, please carefully read the instructions in this manual.

FEATURES

Audiophile Design

Sophisticated design and superior internal components result in outstanding sound quality, performance and long term reliability.

Advanced Protection

Each channel is individually protected. If the circuitry determines that a channel must be shutdown for protection, a rare occurrence, only the channel affected will be turned off. The other channels will continue to play. Once conditions return to normal, the affected channel will be turned back on and operate as normal.

Flexible Input Selection

Each of the 8 channels can be assigned a variety of source inputs. A dedicated input can be assigned to each channel. Each channel can also be configured to play common signals from the Bus or Auxiliary inputs. This provides the flexibility needed in sophisticated custom audio installations.

Bridging

The power output of adjacent channels can be combined to provide extra power when needed in certain areas. This is easily accomplished by flipping a single switch.

Individual Channel Level Adjustments

Each channel has its own level adjustment. This allows the loudness of each speaker to be perfectly matched to its area.

FRONT PANEL – DIAGRAM 1

1. POWER SWITCH
Master power switch. Turns off power to amplifier and Power Mode Circuitry.
2. POWER OUTPUT LEVEL INDICATOR
This is level meter which shows outputs levels of ch 1-2 ch 3-4 ch 5-6 & ch 7-8 condition on the operation. Therefore, you can see output condition thru this master indicator.

REAR PANEL – DIAGRAM 2

DIAGRAM 2- REAR PANEL

1-2. Main bus inputs allow outputs from receivers, CD players, TVs, or any stereo audio sources to be amplified across all channels for easy multi- room applications. Auxiliary inputs allows an addition audio source to be played on any channel that is switched to AUX .
3-4. Bus outputs allows the bus inputs to be sent to other amplifiers or a daisy chain without the need for “Y” cable splitters. Auxiliary output allows you to daisy chain the input to other audio sources.
5. Bridging switch allows you to easily double the power output by coupling two channels together.
6. Level controls for each channel.
7. Input Selection switch allows you to select between the common bus and auxiliary inputs or the individual channel input.
8. One switch allows you to select which stereo Input channel will play through the speaker outputs: left, right, or left and right combined. lf switched to Left + Right, both input channels are combined.
9. Gold plated individual channel inputs allow you to connect different audio sources to each channel.
10. Line signal output
11. Voltage Selector 110-220V
12. Speaker channel output binding posts.
13. Speaker channel bridged mode binding.
14. 3-Prong removable power plug.
15. Fused AC

SYSTEM DESIGN & OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS

To best understand system design and operation of the PT8000CH, it is useful to understand the following terms and features as they relate to the PT8000CH.

Multi-Room

A system design that plays the same source at the same time in all rooms. If a change is made in one room, the same changes takes place in all other rooms. For example, if a listener changes from CD to Tuner in the bedroom, the same change will be heard in the kitchen.
Note: With the use of volume controls or speaker switchers the volume of each room can be controlled separately of the other rooms.

Multi-Zone

A system design that allows different sources to be played in each room. A change in one room can be made without changing the other rooms. For example the CD player can be heard in the bedroom while the kitchen is playing the tuner.

Bridging

The combining of 2 channels to create one mono channel. It is useful when more volume is needed in a particular area.

Source

Component, audio or video, that provides an audio signal. Examples are CD, VCR, DVD, tape deck and tuner. The source provides the audio information that is amplified by the PT8000CH.

Channel

A distinct unit of the amplifier that provides output to one speaker. On the PT8000CH the input to each channel can be configured to select from the BUS INPUT, the AUX INPUT or that channel’s unique CHANNEL INPUT. Two adjacent channels can be bridged to provide higher power to one speaker.

Level Controls

Allows any of the channels to be adjusted independently to raise or lower the output of each channel. This may be used to control the speaker output in order to balance different rooms or areas of the system.

BUS AUX LINE Switch

Allows each channel to play a variety of different inputs. Depending on the switch position the channel amplifies the signal connected to the BUS input, the AUX input, or its own LINE input.

R R + L L Switch

When either a BUS or AUX input is selected, this switch is used to direct the channel to play the left signal from the input “L” or the right signal from the input “R”, or a combined right and left signal from the input “R+L”.

Bus Input

Allows the signal from a source to be distributed to any of the 12 channels on the amplifier.

Auxiliary Inputs

Allows the signal from a secondary source to be distributed to any of the 12 channels of the amplifier.

SYSTEM DESIGN EXAMPLES

There are many ways to configure the PT8000CH amplifier. The following pages contain some typical installation examples. Use these examples to generate ideas for your system design.

Multi-Room Installation Example (Diagram 4)

This illustrates the simplest use of the PT8000CH, distributing audio throughout the home. In this example only one source can be selected at a time, all pairs of speakers have the same audio signal available. The Input Selection switch is set to “BUS” on all channels. Adjacent channels are assigned left and right.

Multi-Zone Example #1 (Diagram 5)

This illustrates the simplest way to provide an audio signal to one area that is
independent of the main audio signal. Zone 2 uses a CD player connected to just that Zone. The rest of the system operates Zone 1 and is connected to the preamplifier/receiver. The Input Selection switch on channels 1-10 is set to “BUS” with adjacent channels assigned left and right. The Input Selection Switch on channels 11 and 12 are set to “LINE”.

Multi-Zone Example #2 (Diagram 6)

This illustrates the ability to listen to different audio signals in each zone, independent of every other zone. The system relies on a multi-zone preamplifier or up to 6 independent preamplifiers. The Input Selection switch on each channel is set to “LINE”.

Home Theater / Multi-Room Example (Diagram 7)

This configuration allows the user to access the sources connected to a home theater receiver for use in a multi-room installation. It relies on the home theater receiver having a multi-room or similar output. The Input Selection switch on each channel is set to “BUS” with adjacent channels assigned left and right.

DIAGRAM 4 – MULTI-ROOM INSTALLATION

$Multi-Room Installation Example $Diagram 4$$

DIAGRAM 5 – MULTI-ZONE INSTALLATION #1

$Multi-Zone Example #1 $Diagram 5$$

DIAGRAM 6 – MULTI-ZONE INSTALLATION #2

$Multi-Zone Example #2 $Diagram 6$$

DIAGRAM 7 – HOME THEATER/MULTI-ROOM INSTALLATION

$Home Theater / Multi-Room Example $Diagram 7$$

INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS

DO

Place the amplifier with the feet resting on a solid flat level surface.
Place the amplifier in a well-vented area to provide proper cooling. In areas that lack proper ventilation, such as tight cabinets or racks, it may be necessary to install small fans to create air movement.

DON’T

Don’t block the ventilation holes on the top or bottom of the amplifier. Never place it on carpet or similar material.
Don’t place the amplifier in any other position other than horizontal with the feet down. Never place on its side or resting on the back where the terminals are located.
Don’t the amplifier near heat sources, or in an area that it would be exposed to moisture.

YOU SHOULD KNOW

The power supply is very large and therefore may cause a hum to be heard in some components if they are placed very close to the amplifier.

INSTALLATION

Selecting Inputs (See Diagrams 8 & 9)
Each channel is capable of delivering the source from many inputs. The three main inputs are BUS, AUX and LINE IN. The selection for these inputs is done via the Input Selection switch, marked “BUS-AUX-LINE”. To select a source for each channel, follow the steps below:

Select the desired source input. Set the Input Selection switch to BUS (will play source connected to the BUS INPUT), AUX (will play source connected to the AUX INPUT) or LINE (will play source connected to the LINE IN).
The BUS and AUX inputs each have a left and right input. The left, right or combined left and right signal from these may be selected via the switch marked “R R+L L”. Select the side you want the channel to deliver. Selecting “R” ± will play the right channel of the selected input. Selecting “L” will play the left channel of the selected input. Selecting “R+L” will play the combined signals of right and left.

Selecting Bridge Mode (See Diagram 11)

Under normal operation, this should be left in the 8 ohm position. It is sometimes desirable to combine two channels into one through bridging. The output of the combined channels can then be used to power one speaker.

To bridge two adjacent channels first make sure that the Impedance Switch is in the 8ohm position. Next move the switch marked “BRIDGE” to the “ON” position.

The speaker must be connected to the terminals immediately under the “BRIDGED” text as indicated in Diagram 10.
All input selection and settings for the bridged channels will be done on the channel to the left.

Do not connect more than one speaker to the outputs of the bridged channel.
Selecting Bridge Mode

Connecting the Speaker Wires

CAUTION: Only make connections when the amplifier is turned off.

Using Standard Connections (See Diagram 11)

For best performance use high quality speaker cables. The banana plug outputs on the back of the amplifier allow for a variety of ways to connect your speakers to the amplifier.

Diagram 11: Binding Post Detail

Binding Post Detail

Connecting the Line Level Audio Inputs

CAUTION: Only make connections when the amplifier is turned off.
There are three areas that an input signal can be connected, BUS, AUX and LINE IN. Refer to the System Design Examples to determine which is best suited for your application.

Audio Outputs

Sources connected to the “BUS” or “AUX” inputs can be forwarded to other components or amplifiers by connecting to the corresponding output sections to the right of each input section. By using standard audio patch cables, you can connect these outputs to the inputs of another amplifier. Up to 5 amplifiers can be daisy-chained together.

AC Power

Plug the socket of the AC cord supplied with the amplifier into the receptacle on the rear of the amplifier. Plug the 2 prong plug directly into a 120V 60Hz wall outlet.

CAUTION: Do not plug the amplifier into the preamplifier or receivers switched outlet. If you wish to have the amplifier turn on once the preamplifier or receiver is activated, use one of the turn on modes, voltage or audio.

OPERATION

See Diagram 1 for the location of the following:

OPERATION

Active LED

When lit, the Active LED indicates that the amplifier is operating.
Refer to the “Power Mode Selection” section of this manual for further information.

Protection LEDs

When lit the “Protection” LEDs located on the front of the amplifier indicate that either a fault in the wiring, the speaker, or the amplifier has caused the channels associated with the LED to shut down.

Level Adjustment Knobs

The level adjustment knobs on the back panel of the amplifier can be used to adjust the level of each channel. There are many reasons for needing to adjust the level. You many wish to closely match other levels in the system, or you may wish to limit the volume level in an area, such as a child’s room.

TROUBLESHOOTING

The amplifier is designed to function trouble-free. Most problems occur because of operating errors. If you have a problem please check the troubleshooting list first. If the problem persists, contact your authorized dealer.