AUDIOPHONICS HPA-S600NC Stereo Power Amplifier User Manual

AUDIOPHONICS HPA-S600NC Stereo Power Amplifier

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this Audiophonics HPA-S600NC power amplifier. We strongly recommend that you read this manual thoroughly before use. This will help you to understand all of the features of the unit, and to avoid any potential misuse of the unit. You will protect yourself and the device from possible damage caused by improper use. Keep this manual for future reference.

Usage and safety advice

The Audiophonics HPA-S600NC amplifier complies with all the directives and standards imposed by the European Union.

Caution : Never touch the inside of the device during or after it has been powered. If you mishandle it, you could suffer a serious electric shock.

• Please observe the following points carefully:
• The unit is designed for indoor use only. Protect it from water splashes, high humidity and excessive heat.
• Under no circumstances should you place objects containing liquids on the unit.
• Heat from the unit must be dissipated by adequate air circulation. Avoid placing other heat sources nearby.
• Do not operate the unit and disconnect the power supply cable immediately in the following cases:
  a. The device or the mains cable have visible damage.
  b. After a fall of the device or similar accident, if you have any doubt about its condition.
  c. Malfunctions appear.
  d. Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord; first turn the power switch to OFF, then remove the power cord by gently pulling the plug.
  e. Use a soft and dry cloth for cleaning. Do not use chemicals or water under any circumstances.
  f. We decline all responsibility in the event of bodily injury or material damage resulting from use for a purpose other those that for which the device is designed or if it is not correctly connected, used or repaired by an unauthorized person. Furthermore, the warranty would become null and void.

When the device is finally out of order, you must take it to a nearby recycling plant to contribute to its non-polluting disposal.

Package content

Please verify that you have all of the items listed below when you receive the product. Please contact us if any of these items are missing or damaged in transit.

Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

Note: The illustrations in the user manual may differ slightly from the delivered product.

Warranty

Your Audiophonics HPA-S600NC amplifier is warranted for two years beginning at the date of delivery. If your unit requires service, you must return it to us in its original packaging, along with the purchase receipt. The warranty covers manufacturing defects to the exclusion of any other damage, such as:

• An accident.
• Negligence.
• A handling mistake.
• Installation not in accordance with this user manual.
• Intervention carried out by unauthorized persons.
• Damage during transport (this damage will only be taken into account by the carrier if the usual legal reservations have been made with the carrier upon delivery).

Product overview

Front panel

Rear panel

Operation of the device

Power the device

First, connect the power supply connector (2) of the amplifier to a main power outlet using the supplied power cable. Press the ON/OFF button (1) on the unit. The LED on the button will light up. The amplifier is now turned on.

Note: Before plugging in and supplying power to the unit from a main power outlet, be sure to check that the power supply voltage selector on the bottom of the amplifier is set to match the voltage supplied by your household electrical system.  Incorrect power supply voltage settings can result in equipment and physical damages.

Input selection
Each channel allows you to select an input independently thanks to two switches (one per channel). Move the switches up to select the XLR input. Move the switches down to select the RCA input.

Trigger usage
This amplifier has a built-in trigger input (3) and trigger output (7) operating in the 5-12VDC range. These can be connected to the trigger inputs and outputs of other devices to set up a chain that automatically turns on your audio system when a signal is received and turns it off when no signal is detected.

Settings

The Audiophonics HPA-S600NC amplifier has a 4 level gain control and allows to activate or not its buffer as well as its front panel LED. These settings can be made with jumpers and DIP switches positioned under the device.

Gain setting
The HPA-S600NC provides a gain level adjustment. Four different gain levels are available. The settings are made by means of a DIP switch. The following diagram details the different possible configurations:

Buffer setting
The amplifier includes a buffer, which is activated by default. However, if necessary, it can be deactivated by placing the jumper in the Bypass position. The possible configurations are as follows:

Power LED ON/OFF setting
The ON/OFF button of the amplifier is surrounded by a status LED, which is lit by default when the device is turned on. This can be disabled by means of a jumper on the bottom of the unit. The configurations are as follows:

Specifications

2* Balanced 3 poles XLR
Output| Speaker terminals
Technology| NCore
Output power| 2x500W @ 2 Ohm, 1kHz, THD=0.01%
2x600W @ 4 Ohm, 1kHz, THD=0.01%
2x300W @ 8 Ohm, 1kHz, THD=0.01%
THD+N @ 20Hz-20kHz, 4 Ohm| Typ.: 0.001%

Max.: 0.005%

SNR| 135dB (unweighted)
Output noise| 9µV
Frequency response| 0Hz-50kHz @ +0/-3dB
Trigger| Input/Output 5-12VDC
Gain (switchable)| Bypass: 12.4dB
19dB
25dB
31dB
33dB
Efficiency (max power)| 92%
Supply voltage| 115VAC or 230VAC (switchable)
Max. electric consumption| 1300W
Housing material| Sandblasted aluminum
Dimensions| Without connectors: 41333060mm With connectors: 41336060mm
Net weight| 5.52kg

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