ButtKicher BKA-130-C Power Amplifier Owner’s Manual
- June 5, 2024
- ButtKicher
Table of Contents
ButtKicher BKA-130-C Power Amplifier
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT
- Read these instructions and keep them for future reference.
- Carefully follow instructions and take heed to all warnings.
- Do not use this apparatus near water.
- Clean amplifier housing only with a slightly damp cloth.
- Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Do not install near any heat source such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other electrical devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third prong. The third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit easily into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet before attempting to power up the amplifier.
- Prevent the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at the plug or at the point where it exits from the amplifier.
- Use only attachments and accessories specified by the manufacturer. When uncertain about specifications, please first consult the manufacturer’s website and see the FAQs; if still uncertain please call the phone numbers listed in this manual for tech support.
- When this apparatus is placed on a cart, stand or table, make sure that it is sufficiently stable and can accommodate the weight of this unit. When placed on a cart with wheels, use extra caution so that it does not tip over when the cart is moving.
- Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when it is unused for an extended period of time. This device may be plugged into a surge protector or power strip, but should NOT be plugged into a UPS (uninterruptible power supply).
- DO NOT LEAVE THIS AMPLIFIER IN ‘STAND BY MODE’ WHEN NO ONE IS IN ATTENDANCE. For safety and to ensure long life, turn the amplifier power switch to the OFF position when unit is not being used.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way. This would include damage to the power supply cord or plug, whenever liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, when the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, when it does not operate normally, or whenever it has been dropped.
- Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
Remote Control
Connection
Plug the Remote Control int.o the front of the BKA-130C Power Amplifier where
it says
“Remote”. Please note the correct side up on the connector.
Operation
POWER BUTTON
The Power Button duplicates the Power Button on the front panel of the
amplifier. Please refer to the POWER BUTTON and POWER STATUS INDICATOR
sections under “Amplifier Operation – Front Panel” on page 07 for operation
information
intensely
The Intensity Buttons duplicate the Volume Buttons on the front panel of the
amplifier. Please refer t.o the VOLUME[-)(+) section under “Amplifier
Operation – Front Panel” on page 07 for operation instructions
Amplifier
Operation
(From Left to Right)
IEC TYPE POWER CORD RECEPTACLE
Attach one end of power cord here for operation.
FUSE HOLDER (INTEGRATED INTO THE POWER RECEPTACLE
Fuse for 120v operation:T4AL 25OVAC. A spare fuse is also contained in the
fuse holder for your convenience. Pull straight out after removing power cord.
Both the active fuse and the spare fuse are removed.
“HARD” POWER SWITCH
Removes all AC power from all internal circuits of the amplifier. Set this
switch to the OFF position to consume no power over a long period of time.
LINE IN/OUT
RCA/phono jacks. The Output connector is a wired duplicate of the In connector
and is used as an output to ‘daisy chain’ multiple amplifiers. The number of
units daisy-chained should be limited to 4. If more are used, an audio
distribution amplifier should be used to increase the total possible
amplifiers.
SPEAKER LEVEL OUTPUT BINDING POSTS
Used for attaching speaker wire to the ButtKicker® Unit(s). NOTE: Please see
the Amplifier Usage Guidelines on page 5 for a list of ButtKicke models that
can be used with this amplifier. Turn the amplifier off before connecting to
the Speaker Output. Wire sizes of 14 gauge and larger are recommended. Binding
posts will accept banana-type connectors or bare wire.
Rear Panel
Amplifier Usage Guidelines
This amplifier is designed for use with the following ButtKicker® transducer models only:
- BK-GR (quantity 1 max)
- BK-mini-LFE [quantity 2 max)
- BK-mini-CT (quantity 1 max)
- BK4-4 (quantity 2 max)
- BK4-2[quantity 1 max)
Amplifier Specifications
- Dimensions: 9.5″ L x 7.5 W x 2.76″ H
- Weight: 5.6 lbs./2.5 kgs.
- Power Output: 90 watts rms @ 2 ohms
- 120v Only (also available in 240v)
- Frequency Response: 1 0 – 300Hz
- Input Sensitivity: 80 mVolt
Included Accessories
Front Panel
POWER BUTTON
The Power Button engages and disengages amplifier circuits. Check all
amplifier connections and verifv the AC line power source before engaging the
Power Button. If in Standby mode, the amplifier will be brought into full On
mode automatically when an input signal is reapplied, or manually by pressing
the Power Button twice to turn the amplifier off, and then back on.
POWER STATUS INDICATOR (Orange/Green LED)
Orange indicates two possible modes. (1 I the amplifier is in Off mode, or (2)
the amplifier was on, but reverted to Standby mode after 20 minutes of not
receiving input signal. If the amplifier is in Standby mode (Orange], and an
input signal is reapplied, the amplifier circuits will automatically energize
and the indicator light will turn green. Green indicates that all amplifier
circuits are energized and ready to function. After 20 minutes of no input
signal, the amplifier win revert back to the low power Standby mode.
LOW FILTER CUTOFF PUSH SWITCH
Pushing this switch to the ‘in’ position engages the filter circuit which
reduces all frequencies below 25Hz (-3dB) at a rolloff rate of 12dB per
octave.
HIGH CUTOFF FREQUENCY CONTROL
Effective only when the High Cutoff Switch is pushed in. This determines the
frequency above which frequencies are rolled off.
HIGH CUTOFF FILTER PUSH SWITCH
Engages the circuit (including the High Cutoff Frequency Control to its left)
that rolls off the higher frequencies (rolloff rate of 12dB per octave).
CLIP INDICATOR LIGHT (Red LED)
Illuminates when maximum output is approached.
SIGNAL INDICATOR LIGHT (Green LED)
Illuminates when a signal passes through the circuits to the amplifier’s
output terminal.
VOLUME (-) (+)
Short push to step transducer intensity down or up respectively. Hold for
multiple steps up and down. NOTE: This feature is labeled ‘Intensity” on the
Remote Control.
REMOTE CONTROL
Connect the wired remote here. Please note connector’s correct side up.
Limited Warranty
Your ButtKicker Power Amplifier BKA-130-C is warranted against failure for 1
YEAR unless otherwise stated. The Guitammer Company will service and supply
all parts at no charge to the customer providing the unit is under warranty.
Shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer. THE GUITAMMER COMPANY
DOES NOT PAY FOR PARTS OR SERVICING OTHER THAN OUR OWN. A COPY OF THE ORIGINAL
INVOICE IS REQUIRED TO VERIFY YOUR WARRANTY.
The Guitammer Company assumes no responsibilities for ButtKicker® low
frequency audio transducers or speakers damaged by this unit. This warranty
does not cover, and no liability is assumed, for damage due to: natural
disasters, accidents, abuse, loss of parts, lack of reasonable care, incorrect
use, or failure to follow instructions. This warranty is in lieu of all other
warranties, expressed or implied. No representative or person is authorized to
represent or assume for The Guitammer Company any liability in connection with
the sale of servicing of products of The Guitammer Company. THE GUITAMMER
COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
When RETURNING merchandise to The Guitammer Company, you may call or email for
a return authorization number. Describe in writing each problem. If your unit
is out of warranty, you will be charged the current FLAT RATE for parts and
labor to bring your unit up to factory specifications.
More Information
Visit www.thebuttkicker.com for support, FAQs,
more information and details on this, and other ButtKicker® brand products and
accessories.