zapco STUDIO 50 Owner's Manual

Studio series

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STUDIO
Owner's Manual
Studio Series

Power Amplifier

A.R.P.A. OF AMERICA CORP.
MADE IN MODESTO, CA U.S.A.

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  • Page 1: Power Amplifier

    STUDIO Owner’s Manual Studio Series Power Amplifier A.R.P.A. OF AMERICA CORP. MADE IN MODESTO, CA U.S.A.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction What is the Studio 50? Features Studio 50 Key Features Unpacking Unpacking the Studio 50 Wiring Power Wiring Signal Wiring Warnings System Precautions Specifications Power And Performance Help Technical Assistance Curves Power Vs. Distortion Manufacturing How This Product Is Built...
  • Page 3: What Is The Studio

    50 watts per channel into a 2 ohm load. The power supply in the Studio 50 is a new design that dramatically increases power and efficiency. New Gate Drive Boost circuitry greatly improves the MOSFET switching...
  • Page 4: Studio 50 Key Features

    Studio 50 Key Features Low T.I.M. & Harmonic distortion. Low global feedback. 100% symmetrical, discrete power amplifier circuitry. Can drive highly reactive loads. Gold plated power, RCA and speaker connectors. Gate Drive Boost circuitry maximizes power supply efficiency and improves overall performance.
  • Page 5: Unpacking The Studio 50

    Included in your Studio 50 packing box you will find the warranty registration card. Please fill it out and return it to the factory. If for any reason your Studio 50 must be returned to the factory, we suggest you retain the original packing box for safe transportation.
  • Page 6: Power Wiring

    Power Wiring Guidelines Amplifier Power Endplate 1. Connect the 12V “POS” terminal (FUSED +12VDC) to the battery with 10 gauge (or heavier) wire. 2. Fuse the wire within 18” of the battery with a 25 amp fuse or circuit breaker. Although the amplifier is already fused, a short between the amplifier and the battery could cause a fire.
  • Page 7: Signal Wiring

    Input Connection: Connect the right and left input signals to the corresponding RCA input jacks on the end of the Studio 50. Keep these cables close to each other and far away from power and speaker wires. When using in bridged mono mode, feed the left and right inputs with a “y”...
  • Page 8 Warnings ZAPCO highly recommends that a system protection device (i.e., fuse or circuit breaker) be placed within 18” of the battery. Although ZAPCO products have adequate internal protection, it is possible that power wiring could become pinched between the component and the battery - potentially resulting in a fire.
  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications Output Power 25 watts/ch @ 4 , 20Hz-20kHz 50 watts/ch @ 2 , 20Hz-20kHz T.H.D. + Noise <.04%, 20Hz-20kHz @ 25 watts/ch, 4 <.05%, 20Hz-20kHz @ 50 watts/ch, 2 S/N Ratio >100dB Dynamic Headroom 1.5dB @ 2 ohm load Separation >65dB Damping Factor...
  • Page 10: Technical Assistance

    Technical Assistance Should you experience a problem with your Studio 50, please contact the dealer that sold you this product. If your dealer is unable to solve your problem, you may contact the factory service department directly. Phone: (209) 577-4268 Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Pacific time...
  • Page 11: Power Vs. Distortion

    Power Vs. Distortion...
  • Page 12 Manufacturing This product is designed and manufactured in the USA. The following operations are ENTIRELY performed in our Modesto, California plant. 1. PC board insertion The components are inserted into American made printed circuit boards. 2. PC soldering The printed circuit board assembly is wave soldered. 3.
  • Page 13 A.R.P.A. of America Corp. 413 S. Riverside Drive, Suite D Modesto, CA 95354 (209) 577-4268 Fax (209) 577-8548 Studio 50 Rev. E 02/97...

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