Bose 1800-VI User Manual
Bose® Model 1800-VI and 1600-VI Professional
Stereo Power Amplifier
Owner’s Guide
1.0 Safety Information
Warning
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
English
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
These CAUTION marks are located on the back of the Model 1800-VI or 1600-VI Professional Stereo Power Amplifier.
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 system enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, as marked on the system, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in this
owner’s guide.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Information about products that generate electrical noise
If applicable, this equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, this is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the one to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Please read this owner’s guide
The Model 1800-VI and 1600-VI Professional Stereo Power Amplifiers are carefully engineered to provide sound quality far beyond other music systems. This guide will help you
set up and operate your system properly.
Record your serial number here:
Model 1800-VI Professional Stereo Power Amplifier: ________________________________
Model 1600-VI Professional Stereo Power Amplifier: ________________________________
Date of purchase _______________________ Retailer’s name _______________________
For ease in obtaining service, we recommend that you keep your purchase receipt, or a
copy of the receipt, in this owner’s guide.
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1.0 Safety Information
Atención
Para reducir el riesgo de incendio o descarga eléctrica, no exponga este aparato a la
lluvia ni a la humedad.
PRECAUCIÓN
PELIGRO DE DESCARGA
ELÉCTRICA NO ABRIR
ATENCIÓN: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE SUFRIR UNA
DESCARGA ELÉCTRICA, NO RETIRE LA CUBIERTA
(NI LA TAPA TRASERA). EN EL INTERIOR DEL APARATO
NO HAY NINGUNA PIEZA CUYO MANTENIMIENTO
PUEDA REALIZAR EL USUARIO. TODAS LAS OPERACIONES
DE MANTENIMIENTO DEBEN SER REALIZADAS POR
PERSONAL CUALIFICADO.
Estas marcas de ATENCIÓN están situadas en la parte posterior del amplificador de
potencia estéreo profesional Modelo 1800-VI o 1600-VI.
El símbolo de relámpago dentro de un triángulo equilátero indica al usuario que
en el interior de la carcasa del sistema existen tensiones peligrosas no aisladas
de intensidad suficiente como para representar un riesgo de sufrir una descarga
eléctrica.
El signo de admiración dentro de un triángulo equilátero, como el que aparece
marcado en el sistema, indica que en la guía del usuario se ofrecen instrucciones
de manejo y mantenimiento importantes
English
Español
Avvertenza
Per ridurre il rischio d’incendio o di scossa elettrica, non esporre l’unità alla pioggia o
all’umidità.
ATTENZIONE
RISCHIO DI SCOSSA
ELETTRICA NON APRIRE
ATTENZIONE: PER RIDURRE IL RISCHIO DI SCOSSA
ELETTRICA, NON RIMUOVERE IL COPERCHIO (O IL
PANNELLO POSTERIORE). NON VI SONO PARTI INTERNE
RIPARABILI DALL’UTENTE. PER LA MANUTENZIONE,
RIVOLGERSI A PERSONALE AUTORIZZATO.
I simboli di AVVERTIMENTO qui riprodotti rappresentano i simboli che si trovano sul
pannello posteriore degli amplificatori di potenza stereo professionale Modello 1800-VI e
Modello 1600-VI.
Il simbolo del lampo con la freccia, racchiuso in un triangolo equilatero, avverte
l’utente che all’interno dell’apparecchio vi sono parti non isolate sotto tensione di
entità tale da provocare scosse elettriche.
Il punto esclamativo all’interno di un triangolo equilatero, come presente sul
sistema, avverte l’utente dell’esistenza di importanti istruzioni d’uso e di
manutenzione contenute in questo manuale.
Français
Italiano
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1.0 Safety Information
Waarschuwing
Om het gevaar voor brand of elektrische schokken te verminderen, mag het toestel
niet aan regen of vocht worden blootgesteld.
English
LET OP
GEVAAR VOOR ELEKTRISCHE
SCHOKKEN NIET OPENEN
OPGELET: OM HET RISICO VAN ELEKTRISCHE
SCHOKKEN TE VERMINDEREN, MAG HET DEKSEL
(OF DE ACHTERKANT) NIET WORDEN VERWIJDERD.
ER ZIJN GEEN ONDERDELEN DIE DOOR DE
GEBRUIKER KUNNEN WORDEN GEREPAREERD.
LAAT ONDERHOUD OVER AAN BEVOEGD
Deze waarschuwingssymbolen bevinden zich op de achterkant van de Model 1800-VI en
1600-VI professionele stereo vermogensversterker.
De bliksemstraal met pijlpunt in een gelijkzijdige driehoek dient om de gebruiker
erop attent te maken dat er niet-geïsoleerde, gevaarlijke spanning in de kast van
het apparaat aanwezig is, die voldoende kan zijn om gevaar voor elektrische
schokken op te leveren.
Het uitroepteken in een gelijkzijdige driehoek, zoals op het apparaat gebruikt,
dient om de gebruiker erop attent te maken dat deze gebruiksaanwijzing
belangrijke instructies voor bediening en onderhoud bevat.
Nederlands
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Contents
Where to find...
1.0 Safety Information ..................................................................................................... 2
2.0 Before You Begin.......................................................................................................6
2.1 Unpacking the amplifier ......................................................................................6
3.0 The Bose® Model 1800-VI and 1600-VI Professional Stereo Power Amplifiers ........6
4.0 Installation..................................................................................................................7
4.1 Location and general precautions.......................................................................7
4.2 Mechanical considerations ................................................................................. 7
4.2.1 Rear support for road applications ...........................................................7
4.3 Thermal considerations .......................................................................................7
4.4 AC power considerations ....................................................................................7
4.5 Magnetic leakage consideration .........................................................................7
4.6 Input wiring..........................................................................................................8
4.6.1 Balanced operation ..................................................................................8
4.6.2 Unbalanced operation ..............................................................................9
4.7 Input sensitivity ................................................................................................. 11
4.8 Output wiring..................................................................................................... 12
4.8.1 Polarity ....................................................................................................12
4.8.2 Dual mono .............................................................................................. 12
4.8.3 Bridged mono .........................................................................................13
4.8.4 Parallel mono ..........................................................................................13
4.9 Clipping eliminator ............................................................................................ 13
5.0 Operation ................................................................................................................14
5.1 Using the Bose
Stereo Power Amplifier .....................................................................................14
5.2 Input modules ................................................................................................... 14
5.2.1 Standard input module ...........................................................................14
5.2.2 ACM-1 amplifier control module ............................................................14
5.3 Front panel ........................................................................................................ 14
5.3.1 Power switch ..........................................................................................15
5.3.2 Standby LED ...........................................................................................15
5.3.3 AC power fuse ........................................................................................15
5.3.4 Level controls ......................................................................................... 15
5.3.5 Status indicators .....................................................................................15
5.3.6 Data receive indicator .............................................................................15
5.4 Rear panel .........................................................................................................16
5.4.1 Stereo/mono switch ...............................................................................16
5.4.2 Clipping eliminator switch ...................................................................... 16
5.4.3 Input connectors .....................................................................................16
5.4.4 EQ OUT connectors ...............................................................................17
5.4.5 Equalizer LEDs ........................................................................................17
5.4.6 EQ Bi-Amp/full range switch .................................................................. 17
5.4.7 Level defeat switch .................................................................................17
5.4.8 Sequencer connector ............................................................................. 17
5.4.9 Speaker outputs .....................................................................................18
5.4.10Power cord .............................................................................................18
6.0 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 19
7.0 Features ...................................................................................................................20
8.0 Warranty, Service..................................................................................................... 21
9.0 Specifications ..........................................................................................................22
Appendix: Technical Data Sheets (Español, Italiano, Nederlands)
Bose® Corporation ................................................................................. inside back cover
®
Model 1800-VI or 1600-VI Professional
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2.0 Before You Begin
Congratulations on your purchase of a new Bose® Professional Stereo Power Amplifier. It is
backed by state-of-the-art engineering and manufacturing techniques to bring you the
best in quality craftsmanship and reliable performance.
2.1 Unpacking the amplifier
English
Carefully unpack your amplifier. Keep the original carton and packing materials for possible
future use. Check for any visible signs of damage. If the amplifier appears damaged, do not
try to use it. Notify the Bose Product Support or your authorized Bose Professional Products dealer.
3.0 The Bose Model 1800-VI and 1600-VI
Professional Stereo Power Amplifiers
The Bose Model 1800-VI and 1600-VI Professional Stereo Power Amplifiers are specially
designed for professional sound applications. Their rugged construction and low profile
allow each amplifier to sustain the abuses of the road with reliability and space-saving
economy. Also, their accurate sound and ample power make these amplifiers ideal for
critical studio applications.
The 1800-VI amplifier is rated at 600 watts per channel into 4 ohms and 450 watts per
channel into 8 ohms. In bridged mono operation, it is rated at 1400 watts into 8 ohms.
The 1600-VI amplifier is rated at 325 watts per channel into 4 ohms and 240 watts per
channel into 8 ohms. In bridged mono operation, it is rated at 700 watts into 8 ohms.
The sophisticated protection circuits designed into each amplifier will protect your system
from unexpected faults. They also protect each amplifier from excessive temperature,
continuous current limiting, and shorted outputs.
The balanced inputs of each amplifier use a high quality, high common-mode rejection
differential amplifier for exceptional hum and noise rejection.
In addition, both the 1800-VI and the 1600-VI amplifiers are equipped with an input board
that allows different equalization for each channel (provided the correct equalization card
is installed). Equalization cards (EQ cards) are available for Bose 402®, 502®A, 502B, and
802® loudspeakers.
A sample setup
loudspeakers in stereo mode.
module. Alternatively, just
channel and the 502B
the four loudspeakers above. This flexibility can be achieved by installing the EQ cards for
the desired setup.
might involve one Model 1800-VI amplifier driving two channels of 802
A second Model 1800-VI could be added to drive a 502B
one amplifier could be used to drive the 802 loudspeakers on one
module on the other channel. Many configurations are possible using
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4.0 Installation
4.1 Location and general precautions
Locate the unit where it will not be exposed to rain or moisture. If fluid or a foreign object
enters the unit, disconnect the power plug. Do not pull by the cord; grasp the plug firmly.
Contact an authorized dealer or service center.
Place the unit where it will be protected from heat and allow adequate ventilation. Place it
away from direct heat sources, such as heating vents and radiators. Make sure the ventilation holes are not covered and air can circulate freely behind, beside, and above the unit.
4.2 Mechanical considerations
Either amplifier requires two 3.5" rack space units with a 15" depth inside the rack (including
the rear supports). Use four screws with washers to prevent marring the front panel. Neoprene rubber washers are a good choice because they grip the screw head and prevent the
screws from backing out in the event of vibration or if the unit is transported.
4.2.1 Rear support for road applications
If either unit is rack-mounted and the rack is transported, you must mechanically support
the rear of the amplifier. You can place a shelf across the rear of the amplifier or brackets
in such a way as to support the rear of the unit. This practice is recommended for all
electronic instruments.
4.3 Thermal considerations
When either amplifier is used free-standing, no thermal considerations are necessary other
than keeping the ventilation holes open.
If the unit is rack-mounted, allow for adequate ventilation exits in front of and behind the
amplifier. When several amplifiers are mounted together in a rack, you may need to provide
air inlets from the outside of the rack.
The unit is fan cooled. The fan is internally mounted so that it draws air in from the front and
exhausts it out the rear. This allows cool air from outside the amplifier to flow over and cool
the power supply components located in front of the heatsinks.
These amplifiers may be stacked directly on top of each other without spacer panels. If an
amplifier is used with other amplifiers, be sure the heat output from each amplifier does not
interfere with the ventilation of the others.
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4.4 AC power considerations
Be sure to plug your amplifier into an outlet capable of supplying the correct voltage
specified for your model. Check to be sure there is enough current to allow full-power
operation of all the amplifiers in your system.
The power plug serves as the Main Disconnect device and should always be easily
accessible after installation.
The current demand of a power amplifier varies depending on the impedance of the load,
the output level of the amplifier, and the crest factor and duty cycle of the program material.
For example, consider typical conditions reproducing rock music, with both channels driven
into 4 ohms to the point where musical peaks are just at the clipping point.
Under these conditions, the Bose® Model 1800-VI amplifier requires an average of 6.7 amps
for 120V versions (3.5 amps for 230V versions).
The Bose Model 1600-VI amplifier requires an average of 4.2 amps for 120V versions (2.2
amps for 230V versions).
4.5 Magnetic leakage considerations
You can mount the Bose Model 1800-VI or 1600-VI amplifier without concern for magnetic
flux leakage. However, it is not a good idea to mount any power amplifier near a microphone input transformer or magnetic storage media.
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4.0 Installation
4.6 Input wiring
You may use 1/4" phone jacks, XLR connectors, and quick connect terminal block
connectors for the input signal with either unbalanced 2-conductor or balanced
3-conductor cables. Use shielded coaxial cable to conduct the signal from the
source (mixer, equalizer, CD player) to the amplifier.
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4.6.1 Balanced operation
For the 1/4" phone jack, use a 3-conductor TRS 1/4" phone plug. The tip of the plug
carries the + (hot, non-inverting) side of the signal. The ring carries the – (low, inverting)
side of the signal. The sleeve is ground (see Figure 1).
Figure 1
1/4" phone jack balanced input
connection.
For the XLR, use a male XLR connector. Pin 2 carries the + (hot, non-inverting) side of the
signal. Pin 3 carries the – (low, inverting) side of the signal. Pin 1 is ground (see Figure 2).
Figure 2
XLR balanced input connection.
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