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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ BEFORE INSTALLING WARNING: to prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Care should be taken to prevent objects or liquid from entering the enclosure. Never handle the power cord with wet hands.
PURPOSE AND FUNCTION The Reference 200.3 (three channel), 200.2 (two channel) and 200.1 (mono) are high current power amplifiers that are designed for use in all types of audio or audio/video systems. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION The Reference 200.3, 200.2 and 200.1 amplifiers utilize high quality electronic circuitry to achieve an environment wherein a detailed, transparent, and highly musical sound can be realized.
5. Balanced Input - for connecting signal patch cables (interconnects) from the preamplifier to the amplifier. Explained further on Page 4. * On the Reference 200.2, channel 3 is not available. On the Reference 200.1 mono amplifier, channels 2 and 3’s XLR Balanced connections are not available.
LEVEL ADJUSTMENT Generally in a home theater application, volume level is controlled by the A/V surround processor. In a system for use with the Reference 200.3, 200.2 or 200.1, adjustment of the volume level must be performed using the external preamplifier/processor. The Reference 200.3, 200.2 or 200.1, allows signal patch cables (interconnects) to be sourced from either balanced or unbalanced line level preamplifier/processor outputs.
BALANCED OR UNBALANCED CONNECTIONS Shown below are typical preamplifier to amplifier connections: RCA Unbalanced Connections FRONT LEFT C H A N N E L 1 I N P U T X L R ( B A L A N C E D ) R C A I N P U T X L R I N P U T R C A ( U N B A L A N C E D )
Five way binding posts are provided. There is one pair provided for each channel. They are designed to accept a banana-type plug, spade-lug connector (shown below), terminal posts, and bare wire, and they are color coded for easy identification. The positive (+) post should always be connected to the speakers (+) jack. The negative (-) post should always be connected to the speakers (-) jack.
SYSTEM INSTALLATION There will most likely be a number of cables involved in the installation of your home entertainment system. Preplanning is essential in order to maximize system efficiency. We recommend the following as a means of helping you reach that goal. Make a diagram of your proposed system by laying out the relative location of each component in the system.
CONTROL INPUT AND OUTPUT A control (trigger) system is provided on the Reference 200.3, 200.2 and 200.1 amplifiers to allow remote switching of the amplifier’s standby on/off feature. The control input is designed to operate with a source (trigger) of 5-24 volts AC or DC. All B&K A/V processors and preamplifiers may easily be utilized to control this standby on/off feature.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE No sound (‘on’ LED 1. Power cord not plugged in. not illuminated) 2. Power off at AC source. 3. AC power inlet fuse blown or faulty 4. Control Input not activated. No sound on some 1. Speaker leads loose or faulty or all selected 2.
B & K Components Ltd., referred to herein as B & K, warrants your B & K equipment against all defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and only to equipment in normal residential use and service.
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