Krell Industries S-1500 Instructions For Use Manual

Krell Industries S-1500 Instructions For Use Manual

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MULTI-CHANNEL
S –1500
AMPLIFIER
Owner's Reference
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

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  • Page 1 MULTI-CHANNEL S –1500 AMPLIFIER Owner’s Reference INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    This product is manufactured in the United States of America. Krell Industries, Inc., and is restricted for use by Krell Industries, Inc., its subsidiaries, and authorized agents. Krell Current Mode™ is a trademark of Krell Industries, Inc. All other trademarks and tradenames are reg- istered to their respective companies.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Krell S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier INTRODUCTION DEFINITION OF TERMS UNPACKING PLACEMENT AC Power Guidelines FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION BACK PANEL DESCRIPTION CONNECTING THE S–1500 AMPLIFIER TO YOUR SYSTEM Input and Output Connections OPERATING THE S–1500 AMPLIFIER On/Off and Operation TROUBLESHOOTING SYSTEM NOISE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WARRANTY RETURN AUTHORIZATION PROCEDURE...
  • Page 4 Illustrations FIGURE 1 The S –1500 Multi-channel Amplifier Front Panel FIGURE 2 The S –1500 Multi-channel Amplifier Back Panel Page Krell S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Krell S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier Thank you for your purchase of a Krell S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier. The S–1500 amplifier is a flexible design that delivers five, six, or seven channels of amplification. All three configurations include input and output connections for all seven channels. The amplifiers differ only by how many channels are housed within the amplifier.
  • Page 6: Definition Of Terms

    Definition of Terms INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTIONS OPERATION TECHNOLOGY Following are the definitions of key terms used in this owner’s ref- erence. Balanced A symmetrical input or output circuit that has equal impedance from both input terminals to a common ground reference point. The industry standard for professional and sound recording instal- lations, balanced connections have 6 dB more gain than single- ended connections, and allow the use of long interconnect cables.
  • Page 7: Unpacking

    Unpacking IMPORTANT Notes Notes Krell S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier 1. Open the shipping box, and remove the top layer of foam. The following items are visible: S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier Accessory Kit containing: AC power cord 12 VDC output (12 V trigger) cable 12A 1/4-inch slow-blow fuse for 100 –120 VAC 6A 1/4-inch slow-blow fuse for 220 –240 VAC Packet containing the owner’s reference manual and the...
  • Page 8: Placement

    Placement AC Power Guidelines Before you integrate the S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier into your system, review the following guidelines to choose the location for the component. This will facilitate a clean, trouble-free installation. The S–1500 amplifier requires at least two inches (5 cm) of clear- ance on each side, and at least two inches (5 cm) of clearance above and below the component to provide adequate ventilation.
  • Page 9 Remote Connections 6 12 VDC Remote Power Out 7 12 VDC Remote Power In Power 8 IEC Connector 9 Fuseholder INPUT 7 12VDC 30mA MAX. 50/60 Hz KRELL INDUSTRIES, INC. OUTPUT 7 45 CONNAIR ROAD ORANGE, CT 06477-3650 MADE IN USA...
  • Page 10: Front Panel Description

    Front Panel Description See Figure 1 on page 9 IMPORTANT IMPORTANT The S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier front panel provides power on and indicates operating status. 1 Power Button Use this button to switch the S–1500 amplifier power between the stand-by and the operational modes and also to switch the 12 VDC output (12 V trigger) on and off.
  • Page 11: Back Panel Description

    Back Panel Description See Figure 2 on page 9 BALANCED INPUTS SINGLE-ENDED INPUTS IMPORTANT AMPLIFIER CHANNEL OUTPUTS IMPORTANT BACK PANEL REMOTE CONNECTIONS Notes Krell S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier The S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier back panel provides connec- tions for all inputs and outputs, remote connection input and out- put links, and the AC power supply.
  • Page 12 Back Panel Description, continued BACK PANEL REMOTE CONNECTIONS, continued Note POWER Note WARNING 7 12 VDC Remote Power In The S–1500 amplifier is equipped with an input that receives 12 VDC power on/off (12 V trigger) signals from other Krell compo- nents and other devices that incorporate a 12 V trigger.
  • Page 13: Connecting The S-1500 Amplifier To Your System

    Connecting the S –1500 Amplifier to Your System INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTIONS IMPORTANT Krell S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier The S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier is equipped with balanced and single-ended inputs. Krell recommends using balanced interconnect cables. Balanced interconnect cables not only minimize sonic loss, but are also immune to induced noise, especially with installations using long cables.
  • Page 14 Connecting the S –1500 Amplifier, INPUT AND OUTPUT CONNECTIONS, continued IMPORTANT Note continued 4. Connect the loudspeaker cables to the S–1500 amplifier chan- nel output binding posts (5) located on the back panel. The S–1500 / 5 uses only outputs 1-5, and has caps on the loudspeaker binding posts of channels 6 and 7.
  • Page 15: Operating The S-1500 Amplifier

    Operating the S –1500 Amplifier ON/OFF AND OPERATION IMPORTANT IMPORTANT: PROTECTION CIRCUITRY IMPORTANT: CHANGING INPUTS, HIGH PLAYBACK LEVELS Krell S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier When powering up your system, turn the amplifiers on last. When powering down your system, turn amplifiers off first. The proce- dures for operating the S –1500 Multi-channel Amplifier follow.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting System Noise

    Troubleshooting System Noise When you mix and match high-performance audio components, each with its own ground potential, a low frequency hum may occur in one or all loudspeakers. If this happens when you place the S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier into your system, follow these simple troubleshooting steps: 1.
  • Page 17: Questions And Answers

    Questions and Answers Note When the amplifier is first plug- ged in, there is a brief delay before it can be put into the operational mode. Please wait approximately 10 seconds. Krell S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier Q. Should I turn the S–1500 amplifier off (unplug the amplifier) when not playing music? A.
  • Page 18: Warranty

    Warranty To register your product for warranty benefits, please complete and return the Warranty Registration Card enclosed in the shipping box within 15 days of purchase. Thank you. Krell products have a limited warranty. Amplifiers, preamplifiers, preamp/ processors, and receivers carry a limited warranty of five years for parts and labor on circuitry.
  • Page 19 Warranty, continued Krell S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier Freight to the factory is your responsibility. Return freight within the United States (U.S.A.) is included in the warranty. If you have purchased your Krell product outside the U.S.A. and wish to have it serviced at the factory, all freight and associated charges to the factory are your responsibility.
  • Page 20: Return Authorization Procedure

    Return Authorization Procedure HOW TO EXPEDITE SERVICE ACCESSING THE SERVICE REQUEST FORM TO CONTACT THE KRELL SERVICE DEPARTMENT HOW TO RETURN A PRODUCT IMPORTANT HOW TO PURCHASE ADDITIONAL PACKING SERIAL NUMBER If you believe there is a problem with your component, please con- tact your dealer, distributor, or the Krell factory to discuss the prob- lem before you return the component for repair.
  • Page 21: Specifications

    Specifications FREQUENCY RESPONSE SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO WIDEBAND, UNWEIGHTED REFERRED TO FULL POWER OUTPUT “A” WEIGHTED GAIN TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION (THD) INPUT IMPEDANCE SINGLE-ENDED BALANCED INPUT SENSITIVITY SINGLE-ENDED OR BALANCED OUTPUT POWER EACH CHANNEL DRIVEN OUTPUT VOLTAGE OUTPUT CURRENT SLEW RATE OUTPUT IMPEDANCE DAMPENING FACTOR Krell S–1500 Multi-channel Amplifier...
  • Page 22 Specifications continued POWER CONSUMPTION STAND-BY IDLE MAXIMUM HEAT OUTPUT STAND-BY IDLE MAXIMUM INPUTS OUTPUTS REMOTE CONNECTORS DIMENSIONS INCHES CENTIMETERS WEIGHT SHIPPING UNIT ONLY S–1500 / 7 S–1500 / 6 90 W 80 W 170 W 150 W 1800 W 1550 W 310 BTU/hr.
  • Page 23 Krell Industries, Inc. S–1500 45 Connair Road Multi-channel Amplifier Orange, CT 06477-3650 USA v 07.0 TEL 203-298-4000 FAX 203-891-2028 E-MAIL krell@krellonline.com WEBSITE http://www.krellonline.com...

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