NEAR 6XL Installation And Use Manual

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Model 6XL

Power Amplifier

Installation and Use Manual
© 2014 Bogen Communications, Inc.
All rights reserved.
54-2224-01A 1402

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  • Page 1: Power Amplifier

    Model 6XL Power Amplifier Installation and Use Manual © 2014 Bogen Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. 54-2224-01A 1402...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    (servicing) instructions in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. the literature accompanying the 8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as radia- appliance. tors, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (includ- ing amplifiers) that produce heat.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents ......................1 INTRODUCTION Package Contents ......................1 ..................2-3 PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 6XL Front Panel ......................2 6XL Rear Panel ......................3 ......................4-5 INSTALLATION Mechanical Components....................4 Ventilation ........................5 Rack Mounting ......................5 Rear Rack Mounting ....................5 Table Mounting ......................5 ......................6 CONNECTIONS Speakers ........................6 Inputs..........................6 ........................7 OPERATION Front Controls &...
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  • Page 5: Introduction

    Power and Reliability. Power The 6XL provides 2 independent channels of amplification at 600W per channel into 70V constant-voltage and 8-ohm speaker loads safely and securely. Located on the rear of the amplifier are the Level Controls, High-Pass and Low-Pass Filter Switches, and XLR/RCA inputs for each amplifier channel.
  • Page 6: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Description 6XL Front Panel 1. Status Indicators - The Status LEDs are multi-purpose indicators, one for each channel. Green - Amplifier is on and operating normally. Amber - Amplifier is in low-power consumption Sleep Mode. Red - Amplifier has protected itself due to a fault condition.
  • Page 7: 6Xl Rear Panel

    Panel Description 6XL Rear Panel 1. Speaker Terminals - Connects to speaker loads. One set for each amplifier section. Accepts up to #10 AWG wire or spade lugs for speaker system connections. 2. Ground Terminal - Provides convenient access to earth ground.
  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation Mechanical Components 1. Rack Ears - Prior to installing the amplifier into a 19" rack, you will need to attach the rack ears. Remove and save the 6 front-most cover screws on each side panel of the amplifier. Position the rack ears as shown and attach using the 6 screws. 2.
  • Page 9: Ventilation

    Installation Ventilation The 6XL amplifier was designed to be placed on a table or rack-mounted. For rack-mounted applica- tions, the amplifier(s) can be stacked one on top of the other for maximum use of the rack space available without any extra, empty rack spaces between them.
  • Page 10: Connections

    Connections Speakers For 70V and 8-ohm Speakers The 6XL was designed to drive 70V constant voltage and 8-ohm type speaker loads. The use of lower impedance speakers may cause the amplifier to engage its protection circuits and shut down or limit amplifier function. The speaker terminals can accept up to a #10 AWG wire or spade lug and have integral clamping plates which make wiring easier.
  • Page 11: Operation

    Front Controls and Indicators Power Switch The Power Switch is located on the front of the 6XL unit. Press the “I” side of the switch to turn the unit ON. The amplifier will begin its power-up process once turned on. The power switch is also the amplifier’s circuit breaker.
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    OPERATION • Amplifier Too Hot (Check for Proper Ventilation Clearances) • Poor Electrical Connections at Input • Input Cable Routed near AC Cables, Power Transformer, or other EMI Radiating Devices • Electrically Noisy Devices Operating on the Same AC Circuit Status LED is green.
  • Page 13: Specifications

    Specifications Power Output* .......... 600W / Ch @ 70V/ 8 ohms Input Sensitivity ........1V S/N Ratio (20 kHz BW) ......104 dB ref. 70V, F.P. Class of Operation ........H Connector Power............15A Line Cord Input............XLR / RCA Output ............
  • Page 14: Limited Warranty; Exclusion Of Certain Damages

    The NEAR™ 6XL Power Amplifier is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 3 (three) years from the date of sale to the original purchaser. Any part of any NEAR product covered by this warranty that, with normal installation and use, becomes defective (as confirmed by Bogen upon inspection) during the applicable warranty period, will be repaired or replaced by Bogen, at Bogen’s option, provided the product is shipped insured and prepaid to: Bogen Factory Service...
  • Page 15 Notes...
  • Page 16 NEAR is a Division of Bogen Communications, Inc. 50 Spring Street, Ramsey, NJ 07446, USA • Tel. (201) 934-8500 • www.bogen.com...

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