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MAKING THE CONNECTION (oontd.)
5.
Double-check the cable connections (both ends) to ensure they are plugged into the correct jacks for the source
(L or R - front, rear or side) and that the connection is tight.
6.
With the volume (gain) control on your preamplifier set to full minimum, or switched to 'mute', plug the amplifier's power
cord into the AC power source. Turn the amplifier's power switch 'on'. The panel light above the switch should be
illuminated.
7.
Place all level controls on the amplifier at maximum.
SETUP AND CHECKOUT
The next task will require that you listen to a source sampling (tape, CD etc.), noting the levels at each point within the
system. During the initial listening situation, you may find the dispersion of sound to be unbalanced. This could be the result
of where you are in relation to the speakers. It could also be the room acoustics or the manner in which the signal is being
distributed in the stages prior to the amplifier. The amplifier provides you with level controls for each channel so you can
adjust the relative volume of each channel to suit your personal taste.
While initial audio quality will be very good, it should get even better. Most high performance, audio amplifiers require about
40 hours of circuit forming ('burn-in') time before maximum fidelity will be fully realized.
Helpful Hint: Some audiophiles prefer to inaugurate the system as a unit (preamplifier, cables and amplifier). If this is your
preference, you might try playing a CD into the system for about 24 hours straight (speakers connected), at a tow but
listenable volume level, as one method of 'forming' the components and signal pathways.
Should you encounter any inconsistencies that cannot be traced to the source or the material being played, consult the IN
CASE OF DIFFICULTY section in this manual.
ALTERNATE SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS
CHANNEL BRIDGING
Channels 1 & 2, 3 & 4 and 5 & 6 of the AV6000/654 are available for bridging in order to provide 3 channels capable of
providing 200/120 watts r.m.s. into an 8 Q bad. Similarly, channels 1 & 2 and 4 & 5 of the AV5000 are available for bridging
to provide 2 channels capable of providing 200 and 120 watts r.m.s. into an 812 toad respectively.
Due to the relative complexity of the modification, it is recommended that this conversion be carried out by your dealer s
technician or at the B & K factory in order to comply with warranty requirements. For more information on bridging the
amplifier, please contact your dealer or B & K directly.
BIWIRING
Biwiring has the potential of doing away with much of the 'mud' associated with processing ail incoming frequencies at one
input on the crossover network. As a result, most frequencies, especially the bass, will appear tighter and more resilient. The
mid range and the highs will be clearer. How effectively this is accomplished will vary from one speaker design to another.
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