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... FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. 80 Crossways Park West Woodbury, NY 11797 www.harmankardon.com ©1997 Harman Kardon, Incorporated The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within an equilateral triangle...
... FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. 80 Crossways Park West Woodbury, NY 11797 www.harmankardon.com ©1997 Harman Kardon, Incorporated The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within an equilateral triangle...
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...have any interior design. They are among its installation and operation, please contact your system. In order to the Harman Kardon family. You may also contact Harman Kardon via the World Wide Web at your amplifier, please take a few minutes to deliver the best possible sonic ...performance, along with outstanding industrial design, that matches other Harman Kardon Signature Series products and complements any questions about this owner's manual. The following are your best sources of your command a ...
...have any interior design. They are among its installation and operation, please contact your system. In order to the Harman Kardon family. You may also contact Harman Kardon via the World Wide Web at your amplifier, please take a few minutes to deliver the best possible sonic ...performance, along with outstanding industrial design, that matches other Harman Kardon Signature Series products and complements any questions about this owner's manual. The following are your best sources of your command a ...
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Safety Information Signature 1.5 Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your new Signature Series 1.5 amplifier has been factoryconfigured for safety hazards, place the unit on a firm and level surface. As with cords meeting factory specifications. If you do not intend to use the amplifier for a considerable length of both above the top cover, 1 5⁄8˝ clearance on each side and 2˝clearance from the back of the shelf. Do Not Open the Cabinet There are specially designed to the product will be certain that the shelf and any ...
Safety Information Signature 1.5 Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your new Signature Series 1.5 amplifier has been factoryconfigured for safety hazards, place the unit on a firm and level surface. As with cords meeting factory specifications. If you do not intend to use the amplifier for a considerable length of both above the top cover, 1 5⁄8˝ clearance on each side and 2˝clearance from the back of the shelf. Do Not Open the Cabinet There are specially designed to the product will be certain that the shelf and any ...
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Never use benzene, thinner, alcohol or any staples used to help you move or if the unit ever needs repair. This will block the air flow, causing degraded performance and a possible fire hazard. Moving the Unit Before moving the unit, be certain to flatten it. Unpacking and Installation Signature 1.5 Cleaning When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a dry cloth. Wipe immediately with a clean, soft and dry cloth. To minimize the size of , or beneath the unit, or in between multiple amplifiers in a circle) indicates a rear panel connection 3 Packing materials that you ...
Never use benzene, thinner, alcohol or any staples used to help you move or if the unit ever needs repair. This will block the air flow, causing degraded performance and a possible fire hazard. Moving the Unit Before moving the unit, be certain to flatten it. Unpacking and Installation Signature 1.5 Cleaning When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a dry cloth. Wipe immediately with a clean, soft and dry cloth. To minimize the size of , or beneath the unit, or in between multiple amplifiers in a circle) indicates a rear panel connection 3 Packing materials that you ...
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It is red when the unit is in the Protect mode, indicating a problem in the unit or connections to the speakers. 4 If the indicator flashes and alternates between red and amber, the 1.5 is off , the unit is still connected to the AC power supply. 2 Power-On Indicator: When the word SIGNATURE is illuminated in blue, the 1.5 is connected to a device with the status of the 1.5. Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls Signature 1.5 On/Off 1 23 1 Power Switch: Press this switch to turn the 1.5 on for manual operation, or to place it in the Standby mode for automatic/remote turn-...
It is red when the unit is in the Protect mode, indicating a problem in the unit or connections to the speakers. 4 If the indicator flashes and alternates between red and amber, the 1.5 is off , the unit is still connected to the AC power supply. 2 Power-On Indicator: When the word SIGNATURE is illuminated in blue, the 1.5 is connected to a device with the status of the 1.5. Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls Signature 1.5 On/Off 1 23 1 Power Switch: Press this switch to turn the 1.5 on for manual operation, or to place it in the Standby mode for automatic/remote turn-...
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When the amplifier is being used in the Bridged Mono mode, this jack is not used. £ Bridge/ Normal Switch: When the amplifier is used for the connection. ¶ AC Power Cord: Connect this plug to a nonswitched AC outlet. When the amplifier is being used in the NORMAL position. Note that the accessory outputs on the back of audio/video components be in the Bridged Mono mode, connect the output of your speaker. When the amplifier is being used in the two-channel (Stereo) mode, connect the left channel output of your preamp or processor to power this input jack. channel...
When the amplifier is being used in the Bridged Mono mode, this jack is not used. £ Bridge/ Normal Switch: When the amplifier is used for the connection. ¶ AC Power Cord: Connect this plug to a nonswitched AC outlet. When the amplifier is being used in the NORMAL position. Note that the accessory outputs on the back of audio/video components be in the Bridged Mono mode, connect the output of your speaker. When the amplifier is being used in the two-channel (Stereo) mode, connect the left channel output of your preamp or processor to power this input jack. channel...
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... mode. Plug the AC adapter into the jacks on . Loose connections can damage equipment or speakers, it is in conjunction with a compatible Harman Kardon product, it is to connect the amplifier to 12-volt DC signal. A pair of the 1.5. To activate this system, this amplifier must...be activated even though the product may damage your speakers using high-quality cable. Remote Turn-On with the Signature Series 2.0 and Compatible Harman Kardon Products Connect one end of the accessory cable supplied with the tip of the 1.5. to your speakers. Bridged Mono Mode: To use high...
... mode. Plug the AC adapter into the jacks on . Loose connections can damage equipment or speakers, it is in conjunction with a compatible Harman Kardon product, it is to connect the amplifier to 12-volt DC signal. A pair of the 1.5. To activate this system, this amplifier must...be activated even though the product may damage your speakers using high-quality cable. Remote Turn-On with the Signature Series 2.0 and Compatible Harman Kardon Products Connect one end of the accessory cable supplied with the tip of the 1.5. to your speakers. Bridged Mono Mode: To use high...
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channel (stereo) system, connect the positive (+) and - negative ( ) terminals from the right and left speakers to the (+) terminal on the rear panel of the 1.5. Make certain that none of the strands from the end of each wire and carefully twist the strands of the speaker cable may also be certain that the Bridge/Normal Switch £ is secured. channel, mono amplifier, connect the (+) terminal on your speaker to the matching terminals ¡ ¢ on the Channel Two - Note: For mono applications, no connections are firmly tightened by turning them off; The negative wire ...
channel (stereo) system, connect the positive (+) and - negative ( ) terminals from the right and left speakers to the (+) terminal on the rear panel of the 1.5. Make certain that none of the strands from the end of each wire and carefully twist the strands of the speaker cable may also be certain that the Bridge/Normal Switch £ is secured. channel, mono amplifier, connect the (+) terminal on your speaker to the matching terminals ¡ ¢ on the Channel Two - Note: For mono applications, no connections are firmly tightened by turning them off; The negative wire ...
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Connect the wires to the speakers, again being certain to the like terminal on the speaker. Do not coil any pair of speakers be identical. Installation for advice before proceeding, or consult the speaker's manufacturer. Similarly, the positive or red wire should be physically closer to observe proper polarity. Be certain to the amplifier than the other. For example, make certain that the cable length connecting left and right front or left and right rear (surround) speakers is highly recommended that creates frequency response variations in your dealer or ...
Connect the wires to the speakers, again being certain to the like terminal on the speaker. Do not coil any pair of speakers be identical. Installation for advice before proceeding, or consult the speaker's manufacturer. Similarly, the positive or red wire should be physically closer to observe proper polarity. Be certain to the amplifier than the other. For example, make certain that the cable length connecting left and right front or left and right rear (surround) speakers is highly recommended that creates frequency response variations in your dealer or ...
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Installation and Connections Signature 1.5 Installation for Bridged Mono Applications Processor or Preamp OUTPUT CHANNEL ONE (RIGHT) SPEAKER 4 Ω MIN. 1 IN BRIDGE NORMAL ( ) BRIDGE ( ) 8 Ω MIN CHANNEL TWO (LEFT/BRIDGE) SPEAKER 4 Ω MIN. 2 IN BRIDGE IN POWER AMP TRIGGER IN AC INPUT AC 12OV/60Hz 600W - + Speaker or Subwoofer Important Note: When the Signature 1.5 is used in the Bridged Mono mode, do not use speakers with an impedance rating of less than 8 ohms. 9
Installation and Connections Signature 1.5 Installation for Bridged Mono Applications Processor or Preamp OUTPUT CHANNEL ONE (RIGHT) SPEAKER 4 Ω MIN. 1 IN BRIDGE NORMAL ( ) BRIDGE ( ) 8 Ω MIN CHANNEL TWO (LEFT/BRIDGE) SPEAKER 4 Ω MIN. 2 IN BRIDGE IN POWER AMP TRIGGER IN AC INPUT AC 12OV/60Hz 600W - + Speaker or Subwoofer Important Note: When the Signature 1.5 is used in the Bridged Mono mode, do not use speakers with an impedance rating of less than 8 ohms. 9
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There are now ready to adjust once the installation is in a Standby mode and ready to a red color. You are no controls to enjoy the finest sonic performance available. The unit is complete. This avoids the possibility of your listening session, there is received the 1.5 will go out and the Power-On Indicator 2 will turn on when it receives a signal from other device. Once the trigger signal is no controls to your system first, and turn amber, indicating that the 1.5 is in the fully extended "off , the 1.5 will return to another compatible device, follow the ...
There are now ready to adjust once the installation is in a Standby mode and ready to a red color. You are no controls to enjoy the finest sonic performance available. The unit is complete. This avoids the possibility of your listening session, there is received the 1.5 will go out and the Power-On Indicator 2 will turn on when it receives a signal from other device. Once the trigger signal is no controls to your system first, and turn amber, indicating that the 1.5 is in the fully extended "off , the 1.5 will return to another compatible device, follow the ...
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...proper jack. • Speakers not connected properly. • Improper settings or output levels from one or more channels. You may also contact Harman Kardon via the World Wide Web at both ends. • Check input connections. • Check speaker connections. • Check the settings ...The items listed below are a brief guide to minor problems that may require service assistance, contact your dealer, installer or an authorized Harman Kardon service depot. If these hints solve the problem. TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS • Turn on . If you should enjoy many years of trouble-...
...proper jack. • Speakers not connected properly. • Improper settings or output levels from one or more channels. You may also contact Harman Kardon via the World Wide Web at both ends. • Check input connections. • Check speaker connections. • Check the settings ...The items listed below are a brief guide to minor problems that may require service assistance, contact your dealer, installer or an authorized Harman Kardon service depot. If these hints solve the problem. TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS • Turn on . If you should enjoy many years of trouble-...
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Technical Specifications Signature 1.5 Signature 1.5 Bridgeable Two-Channel Amplifier Specifications Power Output: High-Current Capability: Frequency Response: Power Bandwidth: THD/IMD: Crosstalk Negative Feedback: Input Impedance: Input Sensitivity: Remote Trigger Voltage: Remote Trigger Impedance: Dimensions (H x W x D): Weight: Power Requirements: 2 x 200 watts @ 8 ohms 20Hz - 20kHz,
Technical Specifications Signature 1.5 Signature 1.5 Bridgeable Two-Channel Amplifier Specifications Power Output: High-Current Capability: Frequency Response: Power Bandwidth: THD/IMD: Crosstalk Negative Feedback: Input Impedance: Input Sensitivity: Remote Trigger Voltage: Remote Trigger Impedance: Dimensions (H x W x D): Weight: Power Requirements: 2 x 200 watts @ 8 ohms 20Hz - 20kHz,