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Wisdom SA-8 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual SA-8/SA-8DSP Eight-Channel System Amplifier...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS This document contains general safety, installation, and operation instructions for the Wisdom Audio SA-8 Amplifier. It is important to read this document before attempting to use this product. Pay particular attention to: WARNING: Calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in injury or death.
  • Page 3 Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help SA-8 WISDOMAUDIO.COM...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Please read all instructions and precautions carefully and completely before operating your Wisdom Audio equipment. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this equipment near water. Clean only with a dry cloth.

  • Page 5: Unpacking

    (perhaps unexpected) weight. CAUTION Do not attempt to lift your SA-8 while bending or twisting from the waist. Use your legs for lifting, not your back. Always stand as straight as possible and keep the SA-8 close to your body to reduce strain on your back.
  • Page 6 SA-8, so all cables have sufficient room to bend without crimping or undue strain. If possible, the SA-8 should also be placed in such a way that the power switch on the rear panel is easily accessible. This switch disconnects power from the unit completely, resulting in effective disconnection of the SA-8 from the AC mains.

  • Page 7: Ventilation And Operating Voltage

    SA-8, which will in turn toggle the unit between operate and standby. The international symbol for power is inscribed in this location to designate its purpose.
  • Page 8 2. Channel Status Indicators: These eight LEDs provide visual confirmation of the operational status of the three channels in your SA-8. The SA-8 has built in monitoring for each amplifier channel for temperature and clipping, as well as a system power supply temperature and mains AC line voltage. This ensures the amplifier will operate safely.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    If yours is a custom installation with wires that are run in the walls, you should probably call your Wisdom Audio dealer for assistance trouble-shooting the installation. Rear Panel SA-8...
  • Page 10 AC Mains Input (IEC 320-C19) and Switch Ethernet / USB system setup and diagnostics DANTE Audio over IP (Optional SA-8DSP Only) CAUTION! Turn off the SA-8 before attempting to make or change any connections. 1. Balanced Audio Inputs The pin assignments of this XLR-type female input connector are: Pin 1: Chassis ground
1...
  • Page 11 The 12v Trigger Output jack is driven to a “high” state of 12 volts a few seconds after the SA-8 is turned on and can source as much as 100 mA of current at 12 volts. This signal may be used in turn to control other components, such as additional Wisdom Audio SA-series amplifiers.
  • Page 12 Do not defeat the “third pin” or earth ground of the AC power cord. An AC mains switch is located above the power cord on the rear panel of the SA-8. This switch may be used to disconnect the unit from the AC mains without having to unplug the SA-8 from the wall outlet.

  • Page 13: Care & Maintenance

    Audinate trained or DANTE certified installer. Care & Maintenance To remove dust from the cabinet of your SA-8, use a feather duster or a lint-free soft cloth. To remove dirt and fingerprints, we recommend isopropyl alcohol and a soft cloth. Dampen the cloth with alcohol first and then lightly clean the surface of the SA-8 with the cloth.

  • Page 14: Obtaining Service

    If your Wisdom Audio amplifier must be serviced, please contact your dealer. Your dealer will then decide whether the problem can be remedied locally, or whether to contact Wisdom Audio for further service information or parts, or to obtain a Return Authorization. The Wisdom Audio Service Department works closely with your dealer to solve your service needs expediently.

  • Page 15: Specifications

    If the packaging to protect the unit is, in our opinion or that of our dealer, inadequate to protect the unit, we reserve the right to repackage it for return shipment at the owner’s expense. Neither Wisdom Audio nor your dealer can be responsible for shipping damage due to improper (that is, non-original) packaging.

  • Page 16: Sa-8 Dimensions

    • Operating Temperature: 41°F – 95°F (5°C – 35°C) • Shipping weight: 25 lbs. (11.5 kg) • Dimensions HxWxD: 3.75" x 17" x 13.63" (8.57cm x 43.2cm x 34.7cm) For more information, see your Wisdom Audio dealer or contact: 
 Wisdom Audio 
 1572 College Parkway, Suite 164 Carson City, NV 89706 wisdomaudio.com...
  • Page 17 SA-8 WISDOMAUDIO.COM...
  • Page 18 WISDOM and the stylized W are registered trademarks of Wisdom Audio. Wisdom Audio
1572 College Parkway, Suite 164 Carson City, Nevada 89706 USA (775) 887-8850 (775) 887-8820 wisdomaudio.com SA-8 OM-0.5 © 2022-01-10 Wisdom Audio, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A.

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