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Clare Controls, Inc., except where specifically permitted under U.S. and international copyright law. Trademarks The amp.1640 name is a trademark of Clare Controls, Inc. Manufacturer Clare Controls, Inc. 7519 Pennsylvania Ave., Suite 104, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA Version This document applies to amp.1640 version 01.
Important information Limited three-year warranty Clare Controls, Inc. warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years, which starts from the first day you purchase this product, provided the product was purchased from a Clare Controls Authorized Dealer.
In any event the total liability of Clare Controls, Inc. shall not exceed the purchase price of the product. The foregoing limitation will apply to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, regardless of whether Clare Controls, Inc.
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16. The MAINS plug or the appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, and shall remain readily operable. 17. To completely disconnect this unit from the AC MAINS, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle. amp.1640 User Guide...
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Welcome to amp.1640 The Clare Controls amp.1640 is a 16-channel (8 zones) Class D amplifier. It is a compact and efficient cool-running device housed in a 1U rack-mount chassis. The amp.1640 uses an advanced switch-mode power supply to drive sixteen channels, delivering 40 watts at 8Ω.
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14 gauge stranded speaker wire. Power The amp.1640 receives its power from a standard 120VAC/60Hz outlet. The amp can be triggered to turn on via the 12 VDC trigger input on the rear of the amp. This allows the amp to remain in Standby mode until it is required for use, thereby greatly reducing overall power consumption.
(9) Speaker outputs Individual Phoenix-style terminal connectors (included) for each speaker. (10) Fan Rear location fan with front intake allows for direct stacking of the amplifier with other equipment, greatly reducing rack space usage. (11) Power connector amp.1640 User Guide...
1. Remove the eight screws (four on each side) from the amp.1640 and set aside. 2. Place an ear on each side of the amp.1640, and then attach them using the screws you set aside. 3. Slide the unit into the rack, and then attach it with four rack mounting screws.
Loop outputs Any source connected to the Global Line In Input can be sent to other components or amplifiers by connecting them to the Global Loop output connectors. amp.1640 User Guide...
Plug the supplied power cord into the amplifier and to a polarized wall outlet or appropriate surge protector. Note: There is no power button on the amp.1640. The unit automatically powers up when you plug it into an outlet. Caution: Do not plug the amplifier’s power cord into a switched outlet, as is...
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7. Connect the right speaker (+) to left amp output (+) of output 2 (Fig. 2, item 3). 8. Connect the right speaker (-) to right amp output (+) of output 2 (Fig. 2, item 3). Figure 2: Example of bridging amp.1640 User Guide...
Figure 3: Example of global switching Operations LED indicators When the amp.1640 is powered on, the LEDs on the front panel indicate the amplifiers operating state. BLUE – Amplifier is ON and functioning properly ORANGE – Amplifier is ON and in Standby mode.
Check to see if a connection or a cable is to blame. Amplifier will not turn on. • Check that the amplifier is plugged into a live outlet. • Check that 12V is present, if using the 12V trigger. amp.1640 User Guide...
Dimensions (W × H × D) 17.00 × 1.75 × 12.25 in. (43.2 × 4.5 × 29.2 cm) Operating environment Temperature 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) Relative humidity 0 to 95% noncondensing Note: All specifications are subject to change without notice. amp.1640 User Guide...
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