AMP Five Series
Monoblock Amplifiers
Owner’s Manual
Multichannel power amplifiers have become the solid foundation
upon which the best home sound systems are built. In the AMP Five
series, AudioSource has designed the most unique line of multichannel
power amplifiers available. The AMP 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3 are completely
modular within their optional 19-inch rack mount chassis. The ability
to place and replace several monoblock amplifiers gives the AMP Five
series unsurpassed flexibility. From powering an entire home theater
to driving in-wall speakers throughout an entire home, the AMP Five
series offers the kind of versatility others only dream about.
Please take a few moments to read this manual before you get
s t a rted. Also, be sure to retain this document should you need to
refer to it in the future .
Note: If any part of this product is damaged or missing, do not contact your
AudioSource dealer. Please call AudioSource directly at 800-435-7115.
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Using the Controls
on the next page, connecting the last module in the chain to an AC socket.
Signal LED
This light indicates that a signal is
present at one of the inputs.
Protect LED
This light indicates when the unit is
o v e rheated, or when a shorted load or
DC is detected in the amplifier output.
The amplifier will reset itself when the
p roblem is corre c t e d .
Peak LED
This light indicates when the unit is within 3dB of clipping. Occasional blinking
of this light is normal, but if it remains
lit for more than a few seconds at a time,
you should either turn down the level
c o n t rol of the AMP Five module or
reduce the output level of the component
feeding the AMP Five module. This will
avoid audible distort i o n .
Volume Control
This dial adjusts the output to the speakers.
Low Cut Control
This button may be used to filter the lowest frequencies from your speakers. This feature is useful when the
speakers driven by the AMP Five module are small and/or when your system has a powered subwoofer to
re p roduce the low bass signal.
Phase Control
This button switches the polarity of the speaker outputs. As speakers are sometimes placed quite a distance
from each other, their sound may arrive at your ears milliseconds before or after that of the other speakers.
(Setting the phase at 180º compensates for those rare occasions in which your speakers are out of phase,
resulting in a hollow sound.) The default setting for the phase switch is 0º, and once set, it should not need
to be adjusted. Note: Phase is relative and can be different from location to location. Always return to the
normal listening location to evaluate any setting changes.
Power Switch
This switch turns the AMP Five module on or off. Its status is indicated by the light within the switch.
Monitor Jack
This quart e r-inch jack allows you to connect headphones to the AMP Five to monitor the input signal.
Balanced Input Jack
This input allows components with XLR outputs to connect to the AMP Five module.
Unbalanced Input/Output Jacks
This input allows components with RCA outputs to connect to the AMP Five module. This input should be
used when the signal will be passed on to another module or other power amplifier.
Speaker Output Jacks
These inputs should be connected to the speaker which will be driven by the AMP Five module.
AC Input/Output
Use an AC cord to connect to an AC socket. You may daisy chain a number of AMP Five modules, as shown
Connections
The AMP Five Series may be connected in a number
of ways. Keep in mind that only one input may be used
at one time.
Speaker Connections
First determine whether you will use the balanced
(XLR) or unbalanced (RCA) inputs. If you plan to send
the same signal to more than one speaker, you will use
the unbalanced (RCA) input and output to pass the
signal on to a second power amplifier and speaker.
After selecting an input option, connect the AMP Five
module to a single speaker, observing the correct polarity.
Multiple Monoblock Connections
If you are using more than one AMP Five module, please follow these instructions.
First, if the AMP Five modules are mounted in the optional rack-mount chassis or placed side-by-side, you
should daisy chain their power supplies, as shown.
If each module is powering a separate channel, simply follow the Speaker Connections instructions. If you
will be powering a number of speakers with the same signal (for example, several in-wall speakers in various
rooms), you should pass the signal from one module to the next, using the unbalanced (RCA) inputs and
outputs. Remember, there are many options for connecting the AMP Five; this diagram is just one example.
Enjoy your purchase. This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up your equipment.
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Safety Instructions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back); no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour eviter les chocs electriques, intro d u i re la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the
p roduct's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance
is operated.
Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be adhered to.
Heed Warnings
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should
be adhered to.
Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Water and Moisture
The appliance should not be used near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.
Ventilation
The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not
i n t e rf e re with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not
be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in situation, such as a bookcase or
cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
Heat
The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
Power Sources
The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type
described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
Grounding or Polarization
Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means
of an appliance is not defeated.
Power Cord Protection
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the appliance.
Cleaning
The speaker should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacture r.
Power Lines
An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.
Non-Use Periods
The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when
left unused for a long period of time.
Object and Liquid Entry
C a re should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled
into the enclosure through openings.
Damage Requiring Service
The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
a) The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
b) Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance;
c) The appliance has been exposed to rain;
d) The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or
e) The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
Servicing
The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that
described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be
referred to qualified service personnel.
Product Servicing
In the event your AMP Five fails to operated properly, please contact the
dealer where you purchased the unit. Or you may contact AudioSource
directly for further assistance.
AMP Five Specifications
Power Output @ 4Ω . . . . . . . . . . . . .AMP 5.1: 100 watts
AMP 5.2: 150 watts
AMP 5.3: 250 watts
Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz to 20KHz) . . . . .<0.1%
Frequency Response . . . . . . . . . .20 Hz to 20K Hz, ±1 dB
Signal to Noise Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 dB
Input Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 volt
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Input Impedance . . . . . . . . . . .XLR: 20K Ω; RCA: 10K Ω
Damping Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . >200 @ 4Ω
Inputs . . . . . . . . . . .Balanced (XLR), Unbalanced (RCA)
Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Speaker, Line Out/Thru (RCA)
Dimensions . . . .AMP 5.1: 5.5" x 2.75" x 11.75", 7.5 lbs.
AMP 5.2: 5.5" x 4.125" x 11.75", 9 lbs.
AMP 5.3: 5.5" x 5.5" x 11.75", 11.5 lbs.
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