Harman Kardon CITATION 5.1 Owners Manual

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  • Harman Kardon CITATION 5.1 | Owners Manual - Page 1
    5.1 Amplifier Owner's Manual
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    and Bridging Connections...13 Speaker Wire Preparation and Connection...17 Operation...19 Service Information ...20 Troubleshooting Guide...21 Specifications...22 Madrigal Audio Laboratories 2081 South Main Street, P.O. Box 781 Middletown, CT 06457 USA Made in USA ©1995 Harman Kardon, Incorporated
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    . Verify AC Circuit Capacity Before Use High power output of your Citation amplifier requires heavy current draw under full load conditions. To insure proper performance, and to avoid inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and consult an authorized service station. 4
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    support the amplifier. Remember, the Citation 5.1 weighs over 60 pounds. • High powered audio amplifiers such as the Citation objects directly over them. • Speaker wiring, input cables and power cords should be carefully placed so servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 5
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    circuit design, and Harman Kardon's forty-year heritage of audio excellence, the Citation 5.1 will bring many years of enjoyable listening to your music or home theater system. In order to fully enjoy the performance of your new amplifier, please take a few minutes to read this manual. It contains
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    not to set it of supporting the manuals, or other paper, on top of, or beneath the unit, or between multiple amplifiers in a stack. This will block air flow, causing degraded performance Citation 5.1 amplifiers in a rack or cabinet, place the unit which will power front and/or center channel speakers
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    NORMAL MODE 5.1 Multi-Channel Power Amplifier DESIGNED & MANUFACTURED IN THE USA. ON CH 1 INPUT (BRIDGED INPUT) BRIDGED MODE CH 2 INPUT (NOT USED IN BRIDGED MODE) REMOTE TURN ON REMOTE BRIDGED MODE CH 4 INPUT (NOT USED IN BRIDGED MODE) + + Citation,a division of Harman Kardon, Hayward, CA
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    . POWER CAUTION SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE BRIDGED + - + - + - BRIDGED + - BRIDGED CH 1 OUTPUT CH 2 OUTPUT BRIDGED CH 3 OUTPUT CH 4 OUTPUT Citation 5.1 Amplifier NORMAL MODE MANUAL TURN ON OFF ON REMOTE BRIDGED CH 1 INPUT CH 2 INPUT TURN ON MODE (BRIDGED INPUT) (NOT USED IN BRIDGED
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    toggle switch should be in the "manual" position, and power will be switched on and off using the master power switch on the rear panel. Remote Turn On Using External AC to DC Power Converter If the 5.1 is not used with a compatible Citation Controller/Processor or other approved external device
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    fier channels are bridged together to power a subwoofer. Two-Channel Operation The immense power capability of the Citation 5.1 allows it to be used in a dual bridged mode as a conventional stereo amplifier. For critical music listening, this will permit you to drive virtually any full range speaker
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    - sors or preamplifiers and the Citation 5.1, or when making any connections to speakers, be certain that both the input speaker wire connections in parallel with each other, or with AC power cords. This can result in undesired hum or other interference that will greatly degrade signal performance
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    should be in "Normal" position . Switch between Ch. 3 & Ch. 4 is in "Bridged" position - this is Threechannel mode. A jumper is used to connect the Ch. 3 & Ch. 4 speaker negative ("-") terminals. Front Channel Speakers - + - + - + NORMAL MODE MANUAL TURN ON OFF ON DC DC IN OUT REMOTE NORMAL MODE
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    running to each speaker to the appropriate output channel as shown on the speaker icons to the right or left of the speaker connection binding posts. powered channels (left/right front or surround channels) to the input connectors marked "Channel One" and "Channel Two". Be certain that the bridging
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    goes to the bottom binding post with the black barrel. The connection for the higher power, (bridged) channel should be following the connection diagram between the speaker connection binding posts for Channel Three and Four. Connect the "+" or positive connection going to the binding post marked
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    USED IN BRIDGED MODE) MANUAL TURN ON + - + - BRIDGED + - + - + - BRIDGED + - BRIDGED CH 1 OUTPUT CH 2 OUTPUT BRIDGED CH 3 OUTPUT CH 4 OUTPUT Speakers - + - + Note: Both switches should point Down to the "Bridged" position. Figure 2C Two-Channel Operation For two-channel use, make
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    selected using the previous section, make the physical connection using the following instructions. Cables or Connecting Wire To assure that the high quality signals produced by your Citation amplifier are carried to your speakers without loss of clarity or resolution, we recommend that you use high
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    from this configuration. To assure proper phase connections, and optimal performance, consult the identification plate on your speaker terminals, or the speaker's manual to verify polarity. If you do not know the polarity of your speaker, ask your dealer or installer for advice before proceeding, or
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    avoid damage to your speakers. For Manual Operation: If the unit is not being used with the automatic, remote turn on system, place the "manual/remote" toggle switch in the "manual" position. Switch the rear panel master power switch to the ON position. The LED below the Citation name on the front
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    the suggestions in this manual you should enjoy many years of trouble-free operation and high quality listening enjoyment. If you suspect a problem that may require service assistance, contact your dealer, installer or an authorized Citation Service Depot. The Citation 5.1 does not contain any
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    contact your dealer, installer or an authorized Citation service center for assistance. Problem Diagnosis Troubleshooting Hints Page Amplifier will not turn on. Master Power Switch Turned Turn on Master Power Off. (No Power Light LED) Switch. Make certain power cord is firmly inserted into receptacle
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    16 x 16-1/8 inches 149 x 440 x 410 mm 60 lbs/27.3 kg 120VAC, 50 Hz - 60 Hz 1800 watts, maximum HCC: Frequency Response: THD/IMD: Power Bandwidth: Input Impedance: Input Sensitivity: Control Trigger Voltage: Dimensions (HxWxD): Weight: Power Requirements: Dual Drive is a trademark of Harman Kardon
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    Staple or clip original invoice here. M
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    Madrigal Audio Laboratories 2081 South Main Street, P.O. Box 871 Middletown, CT 06457 USA Telephone: 860.346.0896 Fax: 860.346.1540 Part No. CIT5.1OM
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5.1 Ampliļ¬er Owner's Manual