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- Page 1 H I G H D E F I N I T I O N ® Reference 150 SE...
- Page 3 Thank you for choosing the Reference 150 SE to be a part of your high performance music listening system. Since 1970, Audio Research has been creating some of the world’s finest audio equipment. Each piece is handcrafted in Minnesota, and has been designed to provide many years of listening enjoyment.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Warnings............5 Maintenance ..........15 Vacuum Tubes ..........15 Installation ...........6 Servicing ............15 Before Operating the Reference 150 SE ..6 Cleaning ............15 In Your System ..........7 Disposal and Recycling Guidelines ..... 15 A Note about Vacuum Tubes ......7 Fuse Values and Locations ...... -
Page 5: Warnings
Your Reference 150 SE amplifier is covers removed. Refer servicing to your a precision electronic instrument and should authorized Audio Research dealer or other be properly cartoned any time shipment is qualified personnel. made. You may not have occasion to return... -
Page 6: Installation
Installation hour counter hour counter reset Before operating the Reference 150 SE Remove all screws fastening the top cover. Your Reference 150 SE amplifier is shipped Carefully remove each vacuum tube from its with the vacuum tubes packed in foam protective foam and match its location ‘V’... -
Page 7: In Your System
Installation In your system The ‘ambient’ operating temperature should To insure normal component life and safe never exceed 86° F or 30° C. Improper operation this unit must be operated only installation will cause premature tube failure in an upright position. Adequate airflow and and will affect your warranty, as well as the proper cooling can occur only if there is no service life of the unit. -
Page 8: Connections
Connections Back Panel Controls and Connections Left and Right XLR inputs 12V remote trigger REFERENCE 150 RIGHT INPUT LEFT INPUT STEREO AMPLIFIER PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA MADE IN U.S.A. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN +12V REMOTE TURN ON WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS DEVICE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. -
Page 9: Input Connectors
XLR input connectors on the rear panel. It cannot emphasize this enough. As better therefore requires a balanced preamplifier components and systems are developed, output, as provided by most Audio Research it becomes increasingly important to preamplifiers. Connect your preamplifier’s avoid the limitations of inferior system output to the Reference 150 SE before interconnections. -
Page 10: Remote Turn-On
Connections Remote Turn-on The Reference 150 SE has a built-in 12V DC remote turn-on/off circuit for operation by a master control system in a home theater or large audio system. Use a 3.5mm (.140”) diameter mini plug to connect to the +12V IN jack on the rear of the Reference 150 SE. -
Page 11: A.c. Power Connection
Connections A.C. Power Connection The Reference 150 SE uses a grounding It is important that the Reference 150 SE system that does not require a ground- be connected via its supplied 20 amp IEC lifter adapter plug on the A.C. power cord 12-gauge power cord to a secure, dedicated to minimize hum. -
Page 12: Operation
Operation Front Panel VACUUM TUBE POWER AMPLIFIER REFERENCE 150 HIGH DEFINITION Main Power Switch... -
Page 13: Start-Up
Operation Start-Up Break-in • Secure interconnects between the amplifier All quality stereo equipment benefits from a and your preamplifier; attach speaker leads break-in period; during this time, the various to the appropriate output terminals. components, wiring and solder connections change as electrical signals pass through them. -
Page 14: Output Tube Bias Adjust
Operation Output Tube Bias Adjustment Hour Counter As shipped from the factory, the output ‘bias’ An LCD hour counter of elapsed tube adjustments are set for a nominal 65mA per operating time can be viewed through the KT150 tube. Under these idle conditions the top cover near the front, mounted on the tubes are each dissipating approximately 27 right main circuit board (see illustration... -
Page 15: Maintenance
Refer recycling processing. any needed service to your authorized Audio Research dealer or other qualified Please contact your dealer or importing technician. Additional questions regarding distributor for instructions on proper disposal the operation, maintenance or servicing of of this product in your country. -
Page 16: Fuse Values And Locations
Refer to the table at right for values. When replacing fuses, use 100-125 V units: Bussman MDQ4 slo-blo the exact values indicated. Audio Research 220-250 V units: T3.15A slo-blo is not responsible for damage caused by improper fuse values or aftermarket fuses. -
Page 17: Warranty
In the unlikely event that technical service to the retailer or importer. beyond the ability of the importer is required, Audio Research will fulfill the terms and In the United States, the specific terms, conditions of the Limited Warranty. Such conditions and remedies for fulfillment product must be returned at the purchaser’s... -
Page 18: Specification
Specifications Power Output: Overall Negative Feedback: 14dB 150 watts per channel continuous Slew Rate: 13 volts/microsecond from20Hz to 20kHz. 1kHz total harmonic distortion typically 0.6% at Rise Time: 2.0 microseconds 150 watts, below 0.03% at 1 watt. Hum & Noise: Less than 0.1mV Approximate actual power available at ‘clipping’... - Page 20 D E F I N I T I O N ® 3900 Annapolis Lane North Plymouth, MN 55447 www.audioresearch.com Specifications subject to change without notice. ©2015 Audio Research Corporation. Reproduction of this document in part or whole is expressly forbidden without written consent from Audio Research Corporation. 95000006 A...
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