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SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Parts that have special safety characteristics are identified by the symbol on schematics
or by special notes on the parts list. Use only replacement parts that have critical characteristics
recommended by the manufacturer.
2. Make leakage current or resistance measurements to determine that exposed parts are
acceptably insulated from the supply circuit before returning the unit to the customer.
Use the following checks to perform these measurements:
A. Leakage Current Hot Check - With the unit completely reassembled, plug the AC line cord
directly into a 120V AC outlet. (Do not use an isolation transformer during this test.) Use a
leakage current tester or a metering system that complies with American National Standards
Institute (ANSI) C101.1 "Leakage Current for Appliances" and Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
UL6500 / UL60065 / IEC 60065 paragraph 9.1.1. With the unit AC switch first in the ON position
and then in OFF position, measure from a known earth ground (metal waterpipe, conduit, etc.)
to all exposed metal parts of the unit (antennas, handle bracket, metal cabinet, screwheads,
metallic overlays, control shafts, etc.), especially any exposed metal parts that offer an electrical
return path to the chassis. Any current measured must not exceed 0.5 milliamp. Reverse the
unit power cord plug in the outlet and repeat test. ANY MEASUREMENTS NOT WITHIN THE
LIMITS SPECIFIED HEREIN INDICATE A POTENTIAL SHOCK HAZARD THAT MUST BE
ELIMINATED BEFORE RETURNING THE UNIT TO THE CUSTOMER.
B. Insulation Resistance Test Cold Check - (1) Unplug the power supply and connect a
jumper wire between the two prongs of the plug. (2) Turn on the power switch of the unit. (3)
Measure the resistance with an ohmmeter between the jumpered AC plug and each exposed
metallic cabinet part on the unit. When testing 3 wire products, the resistance measured to the
product enclosure should be between 2 and infinite MOhms. Also, the resistance measured to
exposed input/output connectors should be between 4 and infinite MOhms. When testing 2 wire
products, the resistance measured to exposed input/output connectors should be between 4
and infinite MOhms. If it is not within the limits specified, there is the possibility of a shock
hazard, and the unit must be repaired and rechecked before it is returned to the customer.
CAUTION: The Bose® Panaray® 502® Sound System contains
no user-serviceable parts. To prevent warranty infractions,
refer servicing to warranty service stations or factory service.
PROPRIETARY INFORMATION
THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OF
BOSE CORPORATION WHICH IS BEING FURNISHED ONLY FOR
THE PURPOSE OF SERVICING THE IDENTIFIED BOSE PRODUCT
BY AN AUTHORIZED BOSE SERVICE CENTER OR OWNER OF
THE BOSE PRODUCT, AND SHALL NOT BE REPRODUCED OR
USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE.
WARRANTY
The Bose Panaray 502C Controller is covered by a limited 1-year warranty. The Panaray 502A
array speaker and Panaray 502B bass module are covered by a 5-year limited warranty.
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SPECIFICATIONS
502A Array Specifications
Dimensions:23.5"H x 5.75"W x 6.73"D
(59.7x14.6x17.1 cm)
Weight:15 lbs. (6.8 kg.)
Transducer Complement:5 - 4.5 " (11.4 cm) drivers
Enclosure Material:High-impact polystyrene
Nominal Impedance:8 Ohms, 6.4 Ohms minimum
Sensitivity:90 dB SPL (1W, 1m, 130 Hz-15 kHz)
Maximum Acoustic Output:112 dB SPL average, 121 dB SPL peak
Frequency Range:130 Hz - 15 kHz
Port Tuning Frequency:135 Hz
Amplifier Power (Recommended):150 - 600 watts continuous into 8 Ohms
Long-term power handling:150 watts continuous
Beamwidth:120° horizontal, 70° vertical
Input Connections:Parallel wired barrier strip (US/Can.)
Balanced High frequency & Low frequency
XLR (Euro/Aus/UK/Japan)
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SPECIFICATIONS
502C Controller Specifications (continued)
Input Impedance:Balanced input, -10 dB level - 14k Ohms
Balanced input, +4 dB level - 6k Ohms
Unbalanced input (+ input), -10 dB level: 12k Ohms
Unbalanced input (+ input), +4 dB level: 4k Ohms
Output Impedance:100 Ohms nominal
Input Level: -10 dB or +4dB, selectable
Output Level:8.0 Vrms maximum into 600 Ohms
Low Frequency (LF) Output Mode:Sum or normal
LF Output Level:-18 dB to +3 dB, variable
Crossover Frequency:140 Hz (Bi-amp), Roll-off slope: -18dB/octave
THD:Midrange distortion of HF output: - 0.1% at 5V, 600 Hz
Low frequency distortion of LF out: - 0.1 % at 5V, 80 Hz
Output Noise:Bi-amp mode, HF outputs - 90µV
This unit contains ESDS devices. We recommend the following precautions when repairing,
replacing or transporting ESDS devices:
• Perform work at an electrically grounded work station.
• Wear wrist straps that connect to the station or heel straps that connect to conductive
floor mats.
• Avoid touching the leads or contacts of ESDS devices or PC boards even if properly
grounded. Handle boards by the edges only.
• Transport or store ESDS devices in ESD protective bags, bins, or totes. Do not insert
unprotected devices into materials such as plastic, polystyrene foam, clear plastic bags,
bubble wrap or plastic trays.
PARTS LISTS AND EXPLODED VIEWS
The following section contains parts lists and exploded views for the Panaray® sound system.
The parts lists are broken down as follows:
- 502®A Array Parts List and Exploded View
- 502A Packaging Parts List and Exploded View
- 502B Bass Box Parts List and Exploded View
- 502B Packaging Parts List and Exploded View
- 502C Controller Main Assembly Parts List and Exploded View
- 502C Packaging Parts List and Exploded View
- 502C Electrical Parts List
- Accessory Kits Parts Lists and Exploded Views
NOTE: The notes section for the entire parts list is contained on page 8.
CAUTION: Use only accessory kit parts that are specified by Bose® Corporation in this service
manual. Substitute parts may not have the same safety characteristicsas the original parts.
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PARTS LIST NOTES
1. This part is not normally available from Customer Service. Approval from the Field Service
Manager is required before ordering.
2. This part splits into 2 pieces. Each piece fits onto a corner of the bass box.
3. Current European units should contain 2 owner's manuals: the original version, P/N 143585,
and the German version of the owner's manual, P/N 171941. Future production units (except in
North America) will contain owner's manuals in 5 languages (German, French, Italian, Spanish
and English).
4. This illustration is typical of the internal layout of the 502® except as follows: (1) Barrier strip
connectors are used in the US/Canada version only. XLR connectors are used on all non-US
versions, and (2) The nut connected to the line cord is used on the US/Canada, UK and Australian units only.
5. This part is critical for safety purposes. Failure to use a substitute replacement with the
same safety characteristics as the recommended replacement part might create shock, fire and/
or other hazards.
6. Refer to the 502C Electrical Parts List for components located on the PCB assembly.
7. This part is not illustrated.
8. These screws hold regulators U13 and U14 to the heatsink.
9. Early production runs of the 502C have 4 screws (instead of 2) that secure the cover to the
chassis.
10. Early production runs of the 502C with XLR connectors have 12 screws (instead of 6) that
secure the connectors to the chassis.
11. Early production runs of the 502C have 6 screws (instead of 4) that secure the front plate to
the cover and chassis.
12. Early production runs of the 502C with XLR connectors have 5 screws (instead of 2) that
secure the PCB to the chassis.
13. The line cord assembly consists of the following items:
(1) Line Cord-P/N 147428 (US/Canada), P/N 147430 (Euro), P/N 147429 (Japan), P/N 149025
(UK), P/N 149026 (Aus.),
(2) Strain Relief Bushing - P/N 144010 (US/Canada/UK/Aus), P/N 144011 (Euro/Japan),
(3) Connector Housing - P/N143964, and
(4) Connector Pin - P/N 143992. These parts are all safety controlled components. See Note 5.
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PACKAGING PART LIST
502A Array (see Figure 1)
Item
Number
1 Literature Kit-Panaray®
which consists of:
A
B
C
D
E
2 Packing, Foam 143573 172321 2
3 Polybag 106595 - 1
4 Carton, 502A 143572 172541 1
*Product code 040170 (gray) and 040171 (white) are the RoHS compliant version of the
502A. Only RoHS compliant parts listed in the above chart can be used in the 502A with
product code 040170 and 040171.
Polybag
Owner's Manual
Registration Card
Warranty Service List
Envelope
*Product code 040090 (black) and 040091 (white) are a RoHS compliant version of
the 502B. Only RoHS compliant parts listed in the above chart can be used in the
502B with product code 040090 and 040091.
1
Polybag
Owners Manual
Registration Card
Warranty Service List
Envelope
(XLR and Barrier versions)
Packing End Cap, EP
(Speakon version)
Description XLR and Barrier
Version
PC 003841,
019769, 004934,
004935, 004936,
007698
149271 - 1
103351
143585
122157
122766
122785
139955
-
*Speakon®
Version PC
040090 and
040091
103351
292040
-
-
-
-
258886
Qty Note
1
1
1
1
1
4 2
Figure 2. 502B Bass Box Packaging Exploded View
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PACKAGING PART LIST
502C Controller (see Figure 3)
Item
Number
Description Part Number Qty. Note
1 Crease Sheet, Die Cut 149823 1
2 Literature Kit, Panaray®, Consists of: 149271 1
A Poly bag 103351 1
B Owner's Manual 143585 1
Owner's Manual (German language) 171941 1 3
C Card, Registration 122157 1
D List, Warranty Service 122766 1
E Envelope 122785 1
3 Poly bag 110892 1
4 Insert 148354 1
5 Carton, 502C 148353 1
Product code 040170 (gray) and 040171 (white) are a RoHS compliant version of the 502A.
Only RoHS compliant parts listed in the above chart can be used in the 502A with product code
040170 and 040171.
11 Fu se holder, Knob wit h O- Ring 149268 1
12 Fu se holder B ody (incl udes nut) 149269 1
13 Washer, Neoprene 149270 1
14 Fuse, Standard Delay,7A 104715-700 1
15 Foam Tape 103068 4
16 Sc rew, Ta pp, 4-16x1/2, (XLR)
Screw, HIRS, 8-10x3/4, (Barrier)
Screw, Tapp, 8-11x1, (Speakon)
17 Connector , XLR, Dual
Connector, Barrier Strip, 4 pos.
Connecto r, Speakon
18 Gasket, XLR Connector
Gasket, Barrier
Gasket, Speakon
19 Fu se holder Nut 171731 1
20 Ins ert , Ba rbed, 10/32”x 20mm 145712- 03 8
21 Sc rew, Mach, 10-32x 1-1½, PAN 2 91008-24 8
22 Woofer, 12”
(used with PC 0038 41, 01976 9, 004934,
004935, 004936, 007698 and 01074 4 only)
Woofer, 12”
(used with PC 0400 90 and 040091 onl y)
23 Screw, Mach, 8-10 x 1, PAN, Gray
Screw, Mach, 8-10 x 1, PAN, White
*Product code 040090 (black ) and 040091 (white) are a RoHS comp liant version of
the 502B. Only RoHS compliant parts listed in the above chart can be used in the
502B with product code 0 40090 and 040091.
each end of the grille (1) using a 7/64" hex
wrench. Grasp the grille on both ends and
pull it away from the array.
2. Driver Removal
2.1 Perform procedure 1.
2.2 Remove the 3 screws (6) that secure the
driver (5) to the array.
2.3 Lift the driver carefully away from the
array. Make a note of the wiring configuration and cut the wires connected to the driver
terminals as close to the terminals as possible.
Re-assembly Notes:
1. Be sure to observe polarity when connect-
ing the replacement driver. Refer to the
wiring diagram, Figure 10.
2. Be sure that the driver gasket is properly
aligned so that it makes an airtight seal.
3. Passive Component Removal
3.1 Perform procedure 1.
3.2 Remove the 2 drivers located on the end
of the array opposite the serial number (refer
to procedure 2 above), but do not cut any
wires.
3.3 Resistor (8) or capacitor (9) removal:
Unwrap the component's leads from its
wirewrap terminal (11), and remove the
component from the array.
4. Connector Panel Removal
4.1 Remove 4 screws (15) that secure the
panel (16) to the array.
4.2 Grasp the panel and pull it away from
the array.
Re-assembly Note: When re-installing the
connector panel, ensure that the panel
gasket is correctly positioned so that it
makes an airtight seal.
5. Barrier Strip Connector Removal
5.1 Remove the 2 screws (21) that secure
the connector (22) to the connector panel
(16).
5.2 Unwrap the wires from the barrier strip
terminals, and remove the connector.
Re-assembly Note: When re-installing the
barrier strip, ensure that the gasket is
correctly positioned so that it makes an
airtight seal.
6. XLR Connector Removal
6.1 Remove the 4 screws (21) that secure
the connector (22) to the connector panel
(16).
6.2 Make a note of the wiring configuration
and cut the connector's leads as close to its
terminals as possible. Remove the connector from the array.
Re-assembly Notes:
1. Observe polarity when connecting the
replacement XLR connector. Use the notes
from step 6.2.
2. When re-installing the XLR connector,
ensure that the gasket is correctly positioned so that it makes an airtight seal.
3.4 Inductor (12) removal: Remove the
screw (6) and washer (13) that secure the
inductor to the array. Cut the inductor leads
as close to the terminals as possible.
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2
2x
1
25
24 2x
34
11
4x
2x
10
15x
7
5x
5x
5
6
8
9
15 4x
13
12
17
18
16
20
18
17
19
21
22
23
22
21
23
26
16
26
20
19
23
21
22
16
26
2x
20
19
18
14
17
XLR VARIATION
SHOWN
21
22
23
2x
Figure 9. 502A Array Exploded View
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BARRIER
Figure 10. 502A Array Wiring Diagram
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SPEAKON XLR
DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
7. Speakon® Connector Removal
7.1 Remove the 4 screws that secure the
connector to the connector panel (16).
7.2 Make a note of the wiring configuration
and cut the connector's leads as close to its
terminals as possible. Remove the connector from the array.
Re-assembly Notes:
1. Observe polarity when connecting the
replacement XLR connector. Use the notes
from step 6.2.
2. When re-installing the connector, ensure
that the gasket is correctly positioned so that
it makes an airtight seal.
8. Fuseholder Removal
8.1 Remove the connector panel using
procedure 4.
8.2 Remove the fuseholder nut (26) from the
fuseholder body (19).
8.3 Unsolder the wires from the fuseholder
terminals.
502B Bass Module Procedures
Note: Refer to Figures 11 and 12 for the
following procedures.
9. Access Panel Removal
9.1 Remove 12 screws (23) that secure the
access panel (10) to the unit.
9.2 Partially insert one of the screws into a
screw hole. Using the screw as a lever,
carefully remove the access panel.
10. Woofer Removal
10.3 Make a note of the wiring configuration
and disconnect the wires from the woofer
terminals. Carefully pull the woofer away
from the unit.
Re-assembly Notes:
1. Observe polarity when connecting the
woofer harness wires to the woofer.
2. Align the woofer gasket to provide an
airtight seal.
11. Barrier Strip Connector Removal
11.1 Remove the 2 screws (16) that secure
the connector (17) to the access panel (10).
11.2 Make a note of the wiring configuration
and unwrap the wires from the connector
terminals. Remove the connector.
Re-assembly Notes:
1. Use the note from step 10.2 to ensure
proper wiring connections.
2. Align the connector gasket to provide an
airtight seal.
12. XLR Connector Removal
12.1 Remove the 4 screws (16) that secure
the connector (17) to the access panel (10).
12.2 Make a note of the wiring configuration
and cut the connector leads as close to the
terminals as possible. Remove the connector.
Re-assembly Notes:
1. Use the note from step 12.2 to ensure
proper wiring connections.
2. Align the connector gasket to provide an
airtight seal.
13. Fuseholder Removal
13.1 Remove the access panel using proce-
dure 9.
10.1 Remove the access panel using procedure 9.
10.2 Remove the 8 screws (21) that secure
the woofer (22) to the unit.
13.2 Remove the fuseholder nut (19) from
the fuseholder body (12).
13.3 Unsolder the wires from the fuseholder
terminals.
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DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
14. Speakon® Connector Removal
14.1 Remove the 4 screws that secure the
connector to the access panel.
14.2 Make a note of the wiring configuration
and cut the connector leads as close to the
terminals as possible. Remove the connector.
Re-assembly Notes:
1. Use the note from step 14.2 to ensure
proper wiring connections.
2. Align the connector gasket to provide an
airtight seal.
15. Fuseholder Removal
15.1 Remove the access panel using proce-
dure 9.
15.2 Remove the fuseholder nut (19) from
the fuseholder body (12).
16.2 Remove the 2 top screws (4) that
secure the top cover to the front plate (3).
Earlier units will have 3 screws on top.
16.3 Slide the top cover out from under the
front plate, and lift it off the unit.
16.4 Front Plate Removal: There are two
screws (4) on the bottom that hold the front
plate to the chassis. Remove the screws
and washers and pull the front plate away
from the chassis.
17. Main PCB Removal
17.1 Remove the top cover and front panel
using procedure 16.
17.2 Disconnect the following connectors:
P6-P8 (barrier strip connectors only), P1
(line cord assembly), P2 and P3 (transformer connectors).
15.3 Unsolder the wires from the fuseholder
terminals.
502C Controller Disassembly
Procedures
Notes:
1. Refer to Figure 14 or 15 for the following
procedures.
2. Later production units have fewer screws
than earlier units. These quantity differences
are noted in the procedures below.
3. Unless otherwise specified, a T-10 Torx
bit is recommended for screw removal.
16. Top Cover/Front Plate Removal
WARNING: Be sure to unplug the unit from
the AC Mains before removing the top cover.
There are hazardous voltages inside the
chassis.
16.1 Remove the 2 screws (2) that secure
the top cover (1) to the back of the chassis.
Earlier units will have 4 screws.
17.3 XLR version: Remove the 6 screws
(2) that secure connectors (J3, J4, P9-12)
to the chassis. Earlier units have 12 screws.
17.4 Carefully scrape the glue away from
the terminals of power switch S5 (6).
Disconnect the terminals.
17.5 Barrier strip version: Remove the 5
screws (8) that secure the Main PCB (7) to
the chassis.
17.6 XLR version: Remove the 2 screws
(8) which secure the Main PCB to the chassis. Earlier units have 5 screws.
17.7 Squeeze the 2 metal posts (not shownthey are located in the 2 front corners of the
PCB) that secure the Main PCB to the
chassis bottom. Lift the PCB straight up.
17.8 Slide the PCB out towards the front of
the unit and pull it away from the chassis.
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DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
18. Transformer Removal
18.1 Remove the top cover using procedure
16.
18.2 Disconnect P2 (transformer primary)
and P3 (transformer secondary) from the
Main PCB (7).
15.3 Remove the two 11/32" hex nuts (10)
and washers that secure the transformer (9)
to the chassis.
15.4 Lift the tranformer out of the chassis.
16. Barrier Strip Connector Removal
16.1 Remove the top cover using procedure
16.
16.2 Remove the 2 screws (13) that secure
the connector (12) to the chassis.
17. XLR Connector Removal
17.1 Remove the top cover and front panel
using procedure 16.
17.2 Remove 6 screws (2) that secure the
connectors to the chassis.
17.3 Remove the Main PCB using procedure 27.
17.4 Unsolder the connector (J3, J4, P9-12)
from the Main PCB (7). Lift out the connector.
16.3 Disconnect either P6, P7 or P8 and pull
the connector through the cutout in the
chassis.
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Figure 11. 502B Bass Module Exploded View
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Barrier Strip Version
19
XLR Version
12
14
13
11
15
16
16
17
17
18
18
Figure 12. 502B Bass Module Connector and Access Panel
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SPEAKON WIRE DIAGRAM
Figure 13. 502B Bass Module Wiring Diagrams
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Figure 14. 502C Controller Exploded View (removable front panel version)
ing test equipment to the array's input
terminals. For the XLR input pin assignment,
see Figure 16 below.
Figure 16. XLR input pin assignment
1. Phase Test Male
1.1 Remove the grille using disassembly
procedure 1.
1.2 Apply an 8V DC voltage level to the
array's input terminals. Be sure to observe
polarity.
1.3 The cones of all 5 drivers should move
outward with the application of the DC
voltage.
2. Air Leak/Rub and Tick Test
2.1 Apply an 8 Vrms, 10 Hz signal to the
array's input terminals.
3. Shading Network Test
3.1 Apply a 2 Vrms, 2.5 kHz signal to the
array's input terminals.
3.2 Connect a 3 Ohm, 1W resistor in series
between the positive (+) amplifier output
and the array's positive (+) input.
3.3 Measure the voltage across the resistor.
It should be approximately .49V ± 0.1 Vrms.
3.4 If the measured voltage is outside the
specified range, check the following:
(1) Make sure that the passive components
are a 3 Ohm resistor, .75 mH inductor, and
5µF capacitor.
(2) Check all driver connections against the
502A wiring diagram in Figure 10.
4. Sweep Test
4.1 Apply an 8 Vrms, 10 Hzsignal to the
array's input terminals.
4.2 Sweep the oscillator slowly from 10 Hz
to 5 kHz. There should not be any buzzes
or rattles from within the array enclosure.
Redress any wire or component that buzzes.
A "whooshing" noise at around 140 Hz is
acceptable.
2.2Air Leak Test: Block the ports. Listen for
air leaks around the drivers and all cabinet
joints. If there is a "whooshing" noise, there
is probably an air leak in one of these locations. Repair any air leaks as required.
2.3 Rub and Tick Test: No extraneous
noises such as rubbing, scraping, or ticking
should be heard. To distinguish between
normal suspension noise and rubs or ticks,
displace the cone of the driver slightly with
your fingers. If the noise can be made to go
away or get worse, it is a rub or a tick, and
the driver should be replaced. If the noise
stays the same, it is normal suspension
noise and the driver is fine. Suspension
noises will not be heard with program material.
502B Bass Module Test Procedures
Note: All 502B procedures require connect-
ing test equipment to the bass box's input
terminals. For the XLR input pin assignment,
see Figure 16.
1. Phase Test
1.1 Insert one hand into the bottom port of
the 502B. Gently touch the dust cap or cone
of the woofer. (The woofer is located above
the port hole).
1.2 Apply a 20 Vdc level to the 502B's input
terminals. Be sure to observer polarity when
applying the DC level. The woofer cone
should move outward towards the bottom
of the bass box.
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TEST PROCEDURES
1.3 If the woofer cone deflects inward,
check all wiring.
2. Woofer Air Leak/Rub and Tick Test
2.1 Apply a 20 Vrms, 10 Hz signal to the
502B's input terminals.
2.2Air Leak Test: Block the ports. Listen for
air leaks around the cabinet. If there is a
hissing or "whooshing" noise, there is probably an air leak. Repair any air leaks as
required.
2.3Rub and Tick Test: No extraneous
noises such as rubbing, scraping, or ticking
should be heard. To distinguish between
normal suspension noise and rubs or ticks,
displace the cone of the woofer slightly with
your fingers. If the noise can be made to go
away or get worse, it is a rub or a tick, and
the woofer should be replaced. If the noise
stays the same, it is normal suspension
noise and the driver is fine. Suspension
noises will not be heard with program material.
3. Sweep Test
3.1 Apply a 20 Vrms, 10 Hz signal to the
502B bass module input terminals.
3.2 Sweep the oscillator slowly from 10 Hz to
300 Hz. There should not be any loud,
extraneous sounds. If there are any loud
buzzes or distortion, the woofer may be
defective.
Note: A "whooshing" noise from the port
around 55 Hz and 105 Hz is acceptable.
There should not be any buzzes or rattles
from within the 502B enclosure. Redress any
wire or component that buzzes or rattles.
502C Controller Test Procedures
Test Setup
Input Connections: Connect an audio
signal generator to the positive (+) and
negative (-) input terminals for Channels 1
or 2. These procedures assume that the
person performing these tests is using test
equipment with unbalanced inputs and
outputs. Refer to Figure 17 for connection
information).
Output Connections: Connect test equipment to the positive (+) and negative (-)
output terminals for Channels 1 or 2 (low
and high frequency outputs).
All tests should be performed for both
channels.
All test equipment must be isolated from
ground (floated).
Some settings on the controller may need
to be changed for the various procedures.
These settings will be indicated throughout
the test procedures. Refer to Figure 18 for
a diagram of the controller's back panel.
The controls on the back panel should be
set as follows (unless otherwise specified):
• Mode switch should be set at 2 (Bi-Amp)
• Output mode switch should be set at
normal
• Input switches should be set at +4 dB
• Low frequency level potentiometer should
be set at +3 dB
1. Clipping Headroom Test
1.1 Apply a 4.73 Vrms, 600 Hz signal to the
input terminals.
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1.2 Distortion (at an output voltage of 6.29
Vrms) should measure -1% (measure
across the High Frequency outputs).
TEST PROCEDURES
2. Gain Test
2.1 Set the input switches to -10 dB.
2.2 Apply a 100 mVrms, 600 Hz signal to the
input terminals.
2.3 Measure the gain at the high frequency
outputs. The gain (referenced to the input)
should be 16.5 ± 1.0 dB.
2.4 Change the input level switches to
+4 dB.
2.5 Measure the gain at the high frequency
outputs. The gain (referenced to the input)
should be 2.5 ± 1.0 dB.
3. Sum Output Mode Gain Test
3.1 Set the input switches to +4 dB.
3.2 Set the output mode switch to Normal
and the low frequency level potentiometer to
+3 dB.
3.3 Apply a 100 mVrms, 80 Hz signal to the
502C's input terminals.
3.4 Measure the gain at the Channel 1, low
frequency output. The gain (referenced to
the input) should be 8.7 ± 1.0 dB.
4. Frequency Response of High Frequency
(HF) Output (Full Range Mode)
*Product code 040170 (black) and 040171 (white) are a RoHS compliant version of
the 502A. Only RoHS compliant parts listed in the above chart can be used in the
502A with product code 040170 and 040171.
Description XLR and Barrier
Version, PC
003841, 019769,
004934, 004935,
004936, 007698
007699
007890
142358-01
142358-02
Speakon
Version,
PC 040170
and 040171
040089
040088
142358-01
142358-02
Qty Note
1
1 5
Figure 24. CVT-5 Exploded View and Packaging
51
Figure 25. CVT-5 Schematic
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THEORY OF OPERATION
502C Controller
The following provides an overview of 502C electrical operation. Equalization curves are referenced and are located at the end of this section. Additionally, the 502C block diagram and
schematic should be referenced as required.
1. Differential Input Stage
The input stage features protection against RFI (radio frequency interference), ESD (electrostatic discharge), and overvoltage. Referring to the Channel 1 circuit, R2/C1, R1/C120, R3/C2,
and R9,10/C7 provide low pass filtering to reduce the possibility of RFI. Diodes D1-D4, D25,
and D26 provide input clamping to protect against overvoltage and ESD.
Op-amp U1 amplifies the difference between the + and - input pins, and converts it to a single
ended signal that drives the equalizers. Gain switch S3 selects between two gains, a high gain
setting for -10dB sources and a low gain setting for +4db sources.
2. Equalizer for High Frequency Outputs
Op-amps U1, U2 and U3 constitute the principal equalization for the high frequency output.
Each stage makes a contribution to the total low or high frequency contouring required by the
loudspeaker. Op-amp U4 (pins 12, 13 and 14) implements a high pass filter suitable for the Full
Range mode, while op-amp U4 (pins 8, 9, and 10) is selected for a high pass filter with a higher
corner frequency for use in the Bi-amp mode. The circuitry is duplicated for both channels.
Refer to the high frequency equalization curves for more information about the stage by stage
response of the equalizer.
3. Output mode switch, Low frequency level control, and Normal/Sum mode stage
Output mode switch S2 (on the rear panel) controls op-amp summing amplifier U6 (pins 5, 6,
and 7). In the normal mode, the stage is not used, and the Channel 1 and Channel 2 low frequency outputs pass independent, 2-channel bass to 2 bass cabinets. In the sum mode, Channels 1 and 2 are combined, and this "mono" bass signal appears at the Channel 1 low frequency output only. Potentiometer R126 (on the rear panel), Low Frequency Level, provides for
adjustment of the signal sent into the low frequency equalizer.
4. Equalizer for Low Frequency Outputs
After the normal/sum stage, there is op-amp stage U7 (pins 12, 13, and 14) and op-amp equalizer stages U7 (pins 8, 9, and 10), U8 (pins 12, 13, and 14), and U8 (pins 8, 9, and 10). The
equalizer provides high pass, low pass, and contouring equalization. See the low frequency
equalization curves for more information about the stage by stage response of the equalizer.
5. Mode switch
Rotary switch S1 is located on the rear panel. It selects the four operating modes for the
Panaray® system. Currently, only Modes 1 (Full range) and 2 (Bi-Amp) are supported.
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THEORY OF OPERATION
6. Output stage
NOTE: The components mentioned in this paragraph are for the high frequency output only.
The output stage is compatible with balanced signal transmission systems. Inverting op-amp
stage U9 (pins 1, 2, and 3) provides the output signal. Diodes D9, D10, D29 and D30 provide
output clamping to protect against overvoltage and ESD. Relays K1 and K2 clamp the outputs
to ground to protect against power on/off transients. When the relay is de-energized, as when
the AC power is off, the outputs are clamped. About 1.2 seconds after the power is turned on,
the relay is energized by transistor Q1 and allows audio to pass through the controller. When
the power is turned off, a fast acting detector de-energizes the relays to protect against power
off transients.
NOTE: In earlier production units (before August 1993), the output stage was differential. Not
only was the positive (+) output pin driven, but the negative (-) output pin was also driven (out of
phase). The output stage was changed so that only the positive (+) output pin is driven, while
the negative (-) output pin is connected to signal ground through a series impedance identical to
that of the positive (+) output pin. This alternative output stage design has improved characteristics into a variety of real world installation conditions. Both versions produce the same output
level when received by a balanced input.
7. Power Supply
The 502C uses full wave bridge rectifier Z1 and regulators U13 and U14 to develop the
+/-15 volt supply needed by the op-amps.
8. Turn On/Off Muting Circuit
Relays K1 and K2 clamp the outputs and are controlled by three sections of quad comparator
U15. U15 (pins 8, 9 and 14) drives the relay control transistor Q1 by pulling the relay-coil terminal to nearly 15 volts. This energizes the relay for normal audio operation. At power on, U15
(pins 8, 9 and 14) is prevented from energizing the relay until capacitor C152 can be charged up
sufficiently. This takes about 1.2 seconds, and mutes any turn-on transients. At power off, U15
(pins 2, 4, and 5) quickly detects the loss of AC power and causes Q1 to snap quickly off. This
de-energizes the relay in about 100 ms, before any transients can reach the output.
9. Troubleshooting Tips
If a differential output test generator isn't available, connect the generator ground to the 502C
ground terminal, and the generator hot lead to the negative (-) input terminal. Leave the positive
(+) terminal unconnected.
If you need to connect the 502C outputs to a single-ended (not differential) instrument, connect
the 502C output ground to the instrument ground, and the 502C positive (+) output terminal to
the instrument hot pin. Leave the negative (-) output pin unconnected.
Since the 502C is a two channel device, you can troubleshoot any problem occurring in only one
channel more easily by applying the identical signal to both Channel 1 and Channel 2 inputs and
signal tracing stage by stage, comparing the signal as it passes through the various stages. In
general, the corresponding Channel 1 and Channel 2 stages share the left and right hand sides
of the respective op-amps. This makes it easier to compare the stages.
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THEORY OF OPERATION
Troubleshooting Tips (continued)
With a nominal AC power input voltage (100, 115, or 230, depending on the country), the AC
voltages at the transformer secondary between P3-1 and P3-3 should be 41.3 Vrms.
With a cold (i.e.-room temperature) power transformer, you should expect primary and secondary resistances of:
For the 100 VAC version:
between P2-1 and P2-2: 41.8 Ohms
between P3-1 and P3-3: 6.9 Ohms
For the 115 VAC version:
between P2-1 and P2-2: 45.4 Ohms
between P3-1 and P3-3: 6.3 Ohms
For the 230/240 VAC version:
between P2-1 and P2-2: 195 Ohms
between P3-1 and P3-3: 7.1 Ohms
Other DC voltages that are of use in troubleshooting:
Turn On/Off Muting Circuit
Typical DC voltages after 2 seconds wake up
U15-1Section not used
U15-2+13.5
U15-3-15.0
U15-4+.15
U15-5+3.2
U15-6Section not used
U15-7Section not used
U15-8+7.5
U15-9+13.5
U15-10+7.5
U15-11+9.7
U15-12-15.0
U15-13+13.5
U15-14-13.9
Q1-collector-14.7
Power Supply
U13-1+26.0
U14-2-26.0
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Gain
in dB
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
20
200
2K
Frequency in Hz
20K
Output is measured from U7 pins 1 and 14. 502C controls are set at: Mode 2 (Bi-amp),
Output Mode: Normal, Low Frequency level: +3dB, and Input Level: +4dB.
Figure 26. Low Frequency EQ
20
10
0
Response
Gain
in dB
-10
-20
-30
-40
20200
Frequency in Hz
2K
Output is measured from U7 pins 7 and 8. 502C controls set as in Figure 26.
Figure 27. Low Frequency EQ
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20K
Gain
in dB
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
20
200
Frequency in Hz
2K
Output is measured from U8 pins 1 and 14. 502C controls set as in Figure 26.
Figure 28. Low Frequency EQ
20
10
0
Gain
in dB
-10
-20
20K
-30
-40
202002K
Frequency in Hz
Output is measured from U8 pins 7 and 8. 502C controls set as in Figure 26.
Figure 29. Low Frequency EQ
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20K
30
20
10
0
Gain
in dB
-10
-20
-30
-40
20200
2K
Frequency in Hz
Output is measured from U1 pins 7 and 8. 502C controls set as in Figure 26.
Figure 30. High Frequency EQ
30
20
20K
10
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
20
200
Frequency in Hz
2K20K
Output is measured from U2 pins 1 and 14. 502C controls set as in Figure 26.
Figure 31. High Frequency EQ
58
Gain
in dB
30
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
20
200
Frequency in Hz
2K
Output is measured from U2 pins 7 and 8. 502C controls set as in Figure 26.
Figure 32. High Frequency EQ
30
20
10
0
Gain
in dB
-10
20K
-20
-30
-40
20
200
Frequency in Hz
2K
Output is measured from U3 pins 1 and 14. 502C controls set as in Figure 26.
Figure 33. High Frequency EQ
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20K
30
20
10
0
Gain
in dB
-10
-20
-30
-40
20200 2K 20K
Frequency in Hz
Output is measured from U3 pins 7 and 8. 502C controls set as in Figure 26.
Figure 34. High Frequency EQ
30
20
10
0
Gain
in dB
-10
-20
-30
-40
20 200 2K 20K
Frequency in Hz
Output is measured from U4 pins 7 and 8. 502C controls set as in Figure 26.
Figure 35. High Frequency EQ
60
30
20
10
0
Gain
in dB
-10
-20
-30
-40
20 200 2K 20K
Frequency in Hz
Output is measured from U4 pins 1 and 14. 502C controls set as in Figure 26 except:
Mode switch is set to 1 (Full Range Mode).
Figure 36. High Frequency EQ
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Figure 37. 502C Controller Block Diagram
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SERVICE MANUAL REVISION HISTORY
Date Revision
Level
5/93 01 Changed 502C’s J3, J4 XLR part
number to 189222-001.
5/05 02 Revised Figure 21 to correct exploded
view.
Added service manual revision page.
Updated front and back covers.
6/06 03 Speakon® Version and RoHS
compliant parts added.
Description of Change Change Drive
Pages
By
Part Number
Change
Error 38
New Version,
RoHS parts
Affected
29
18, 19, 22,
23, 24, 36,
37, 40, 42,
43, 62
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SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
Bose Corporation
The Mountain
Framingham Massachusetts USA 01701
P/N: 170310-SM R ev. 03; 6/2006 (P)
http://serviceops.bose.com
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