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Page 2: Safety Instructions
User's Manual Safety Instructions 1. Read Instructions -– All the safety and operation instructions should be read before the Sunfire Component is operated. 2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the Component and in these operating instruc- tions should be followed. - Page 3 15. To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, recep- tacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure. Pour préevenir les chocs électriques ne pas utiliser cette fiche polariseé avec un prolongateur, un prise de courant ou une autre sortie de courant, sauf si les lames peuvent être insérées à...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Balanced XLR ... 15 Biamping ... 16-17 Biwiring ... 18-19 Speaker connections ... 20 Troubleshooting guide... 21-22 Limited Warranty ... 23 Service assistance ... 23 To find out more about this and other Sunfire products, please visit our website: Table of Contents www.sunfire.com... -
Page 5: Signature And Standard Editions
Signature and Standard Editions This manual covers both the Signature Edition and the Standard Edition of the Cinema Grand Architect’s Choice Series II. The Architect’s Choice line of amplifiers and preamplifiers are designed with a 17” wide chassis. This makes them an ideal choice for fitting into Home Theater entertain- ment centers and for specifying in custom installations. -
Page 6: Introduction
Whichever way you decide to hook up the Sunfire Cinema Grand , it will create a multilayered soundstage that is deep, wide, three-dimensional, and utterly believable. The optional current- source output can coax forth a sensuous, delicately detailed musical voice long associated with low-powered classic tube amplifiers. -
Page 7: Unpacking
Your Cinema Grand Amplifier should reach you in perfect condition. If you do notice any shipping damage, please contact your Sunfire Dealer immediately. Gently lift out the unit and remove all the packing material and accessories. It is important to save all the packing materials and the box in case your amplifier ever needs to be moved or shipped for repair. -
Page 8: Signature Edition Specifications
User's Manual Signature Edition Specifications Power output 425 watts continuous, per channel, all channels driven into eight ohms, from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.5% T.H.D. Power at clipping, minimum: 850 watts per channel into four ohms. 1700 watts per channel into two ohms (time limited basis). -
Page 9: Standard Edition Specifications
32 lbs Finish Brushed aluminum and black anodize © 2001 Sunfire Corporation. All rights reserved. Sunfire Corporation reserves the right to improve its products at any time. Therefore, specifications are subject to change without notice. Manual part number : 913-040-00 Rev A... -
Page 10: Installation
• Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. If fluid or a foreign object should enter the unit, immediately turn off the power and contact your Sunfire Dealer. • Avoid excessive exposure to extreme cold or dust. -
Page 11: Front Panel Features
I like the brighter of the two settings, as it illuminates the meter nicely and matches my other Sunfire equipment. Feel free to choose the setting that suits you. Front Panel Features... -
Page 12: Rear Panel Features
12VDC trigger inputs are offered as an optional way to turn on the amplifier. The Sunfire Theater Grand preamplifer has a compatible 12VDC trigger output. When the Theater Grand is turned on, the Cinema Grand Amplifier will also turn on, even when the volume is turned down. - Page 13 4. XLR Inputs If your preamplifier has XLR outputs, connect them to the XLR inputs. Use them instead of the RCA inputs because balanced connections offer superior noise rejection. The female XLR inputs are wired as follows: Pin 1 is ground Pin 2 is positive (hot) Pin 3 is negative (cold) Balanced connections...
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Page 14: System Configurations
User's Manual System Configurations The following pages show some typical connections that you might make in your installation. They show how the inputs and outputs of the Cinema Grand Amplifier are connected to your preamplifier and speakers. If your preamplifier has RCA outputs, it can be connected to the amplifier inputs as shown. -
Page 15: Balanced Xlr
If your preamplifier has XLR outputs, it can be connected to the XLR inputs as shown. This diagram also shows the current source output connections to the speaker inputs. (The voltage source outputs can be used instead, as shown on the previous page). B A L A N C E D P R E A M P O Balanced XLR inputs and current source output connections... -
Page 16: Biamping
User's Manual Biamping If your speakers can be biamped, the Cinema Grand Amplifier can be configured to provide a very powerful stereo system. Inputs A speaker which can be biamped or biwired will have two sets of binding posts. Sometimes these posts are joined with shorting links for normal operation. -
Page 17: Biamping
User's Manual R IG H T R IG H T T W E E T E R L E F T W O O F E R ( C U R R E N T L E F T W O O F E R S O U R C E ) T W E E T E R ( C U R R E N T... -
Page 18: Biwiring
User's Manual Biwiring If your speakers can be biwired or biamped, they will have completely separate input terminals for the woofer section and the upper range. See the speaker diagram and discussion on page 16. Make sure that any links between the woofer and upper range posts are removed from the speakers when you want to biamp or biwire... - Page 19 User's Manual R IG H T R IG H T T W E E T E R W O O F E R ( C U R R E N T L E F T ( V O L T A G E L E F T T W E E T E R S O U R C E )
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Page 20: Speaker Connections
User's Manual Speaker connections If your speakers cannot be biwired, the normal configuration is to have one speaker connected per channel. The connection of more than one per channel will tend to degrade the speaker’s frequency response. For the best results use one speaker per channel. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting The Sunfire Cinema Grand Amplifier is expertly designed and built to provide years of trouble-free performance. Most problems that occur can usually be solved by checking your setup or making sure that the components connected to the amplifier are on and fully operational. - Page 22 • If you are still having a problem, remem- ber that Sunfire’s dealers and technical support staff will assist you. Make a list of the things you have tried. Poor bass performance •...
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Page 23: Limited Warranty
Your unit has been crafted to perform properly for many years. Sunfire Corporation offers the following warranty to you, the owner of a new Sunfire product: The Sunfire Corporation Warranty for the Cinema Grand Amplifier is in effect for FIVE years from the date of original retail purchase. - Page 24 Manual part number : 913-040-00 Rev A...