Parasound ZoneMaster Model 450 Owner's Manual

Parasound ZoneMaster Model 450 Owner's Manual

Universal four channel amplifier

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Model 450
Universal Four Channel Amplifier
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Summary of Contents for Parasound ZoneMaster Model 450

  • Page 1 ® ZoneMaster Model 450 Universal Four Channel Amplifier Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 ™ 450 Owner’s Manual ® Parasound ZoneMaster Page 2...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    19. Wall or Ceiling Mounting ----- - Mount the product to a w all or ceiling only as recommended. 20. Heat ----- - The product should be situated aw ay from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, and other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. ™ 450 Owner’s Manual ® Parasound ZoneMaster Page 3...
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  • Page 5: Introduction

    Congratulations on your purchase of this precision audio product and thank you for selecting Parasound. We are proud to offer you this versatile amplifier, know ing that it w ill bring you many years of enjoyment and dependable operation. Please take a few moments to read the follow ing instructions so you can enjoy all the benefits of your new ZoneMaster 450’...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

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  • Page 7: Placement And Ventilation Guidelines

    While you are unpacking your ZoneMaster 450, inspect it thoroughly for evidence of possible shipping damage and tell your Parasound dealer immediately if you find any. If possible, save and store both the inner and outer cartons and–most especially–the foam packing inserts, to protect the ZoneMaster 450 if you have to move it or ship it.
  • Page 8: 115V / 230V Ac Mains Voltage

    230V setting the ZoneMaster 450 can operate safely with AC line voltages between 220V-240V. Note: A ZoneMaster 450 that has been damaged by connection to the incorrect AC voltage is not covered by the Parasound warranty. AC Voltage Marking: AC Line Power Cord Connect your sources and preamplifier before you plug in the AC cord.
  • Page 9: Rear Panel Audio Connections

    These are standard line level audio Inputs for each channel. Connect these jacks to the Left and Right output jacks on your preamp, whole-house audio controller or the zone outputs of your AV receiver. ™ 450 Owner’s Manual ® Parasound ZoneMaster Page 9...
  • Page 10: Speaker Impedance And Paralleling Multiple Speakers

    450. Combining the negatives of any two channels would cause the amplifier to engage its protection circuit and could seriously damage the amplifier. L and R channel speakers cannot be wired where they share a single negative (−) wire. ™ 450 Owner’s Manual ® Parasound ZoneMaster Page 10...
  • Page 11: Rear Panel Mode Switch

    ZoneMaster 450 if it is installed in a confined space without adequate ventilation. As with any high powered amplifier, continuous overheating can damage the amplifier and could ultimately pose a risk of fire. ™ 450 Owner’s Manual ® Parasound ZoneMaster Page 11...
  • Page 12: Channel Level Controls And Uses

    Balance Left and Right to Compensate for Room Placement Adjust only the left or right channel Level knob until you hear your music equally from your preferred listening location. ™ 450 Owner’s Manual ® Parasound ZoneMaster Page 12...
  • Page 13: Turn On Options

    Whenever either the 12V or the Audio Turn On option is selected the front panel Power button will be disabled so that turn on and off is determined solely by the 12V trigger voltage from the preamp, receiver or by an active audio signal. ™ 450 Owner’s Manual ® Parasound ZoneMaster Page 13...
  • Page 14: Front Panel Power Buttons And Display

    Please check your speaker wires and attached speakers for short circuits or impedance below 2 ohms in Stereo Mode or 4 ohms in Bridged Mode. ™ 450 Owner’s Manual ® Parasound ZoneMaster Page 14...
  • Page 15: Frequently Asked Questions And Troubleshooting

    You might be able to stop the hum by attaching a wire from the chassis of the offending component to the chassis or ground screw of your preamplifier. ™ 450 Owner’s Manual ® Parasound ZoneMaster Page 15...
  • Page 16: If You Require Assistance Or Warranty Repair

    1. Unit was not purchased from a Parasound Authorized Dealer. 2. You do not have the original bill of sale or sales receipt from a Parasound Authorized Dealer. 3. You are not the original owner. The Parasound warranty is not transferable.
  • Page 17: Specifications And Details

    Height, without feet: 1.75” (45 mm), 1U Weight: Net: 4.5 lbs. (2.0kg) Shipping: 7.5 lbs. (3.4 kg) Specifications and features subject to change or improvement without notice. Rev 1.0, Copyright 2015 ™ 450 Owner’s Manual ® Parasound ZoneMaster Page 17...
  • Page 18: Installation Notes

    Installation Notes _________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ™ 450 Owner’s Manual ® Parasound ZoneMaster Page 18...
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  • Page 20 Parasound Products, Inc. 2250 McKinnon Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124 Customer Service: 415-397-7100 www.parasound.com ™ 450 Owner’s Manual ® Parasound ZoneMaster Page 20...

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