Clark Synthesis TA1501C User Manual
Owner’s Manual
TA1501C Clark Synthesis Amplifier
Table of Contents
PROFESSIONAL
INSTALLERS:
QUICK SETUP
INSTRUCTIONS
ON PAGE 13!
NOTE: READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATING THE AMPLIFIER. FAILURE
TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS
MANUAL MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE
AMPLIFIER AND/OR THE SOUND EQUIPMENT
BEING POWERED BY THE AMPLIFIER.
Company Overview
Warranty
Safety Instructions
Product Introduction
Unpacking Your Amplier
Product Overview
Setting Up Your Amplier
Operating Your Amplier
Specications
Troubleshooting
Glossary of Terms
Index
Contact Information
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COMPANY OVERVIEW
Thank you for purchasing a Clark Synthesis Tactile Sound Amplier! We are condent this product will be a
welcome addition to your audio system.
For many years, Clark Synthesis has been providing Tactile Sound Transducers for use in home theaters,
listening rooms, outdoor decks, military simulators, theme park attractions, game chairs, professional music,
and swimming pools. With such a variety of products, it is likely that Clark Synthesis has the right type of
transducer for your application.
Because Clark Synthesis transducers require amplication to operate properly, we offer the TA1501C
amplier. The TA1501C is designed for a wide variety of uses, including home theater, professional music,
and outdoor living applications.
With a focus on providing complementary products that provide quality sound and professional-grade
performance, Clark Synthesis is committed to designing products that will take your audio experience to
the next level. We are glad you chose a Clark Synthesis TA1501C amplier and we hope that you will enjoy
many years of listening enjoyment using our products.
The Clark Synthesis products shown below can be powered with the TA1501C Amplier.
TST429 Platinum Transducer TST329 Gold Transducer
TST239 Silver Transducer
AW339 All-Weather Transducer
AQ339 Aquasonic
Underwater Speaker
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WARRANTY
United States Warranty and Return Policy
TA1501C CLARK SYNTHESIS AMPLIFIER WARRANTY
Clark Synthesis, Inc. warranties the TA1501C Amplifer to be free from defects and workmanship under normal use for a period of two (2) years from
date of original purchase.
Should warranty service be necessary, Clark Synthesis, Inc. will (at its discretion) repair or replace the defective merchandise with equivalent
merchandise at no charge.
This warranty is valid for the original purchaser and is not extended to subsequent owners. Any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to
a period of the express warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of the original purchase at retail, and no warranties, whether expressed or
implied, shall apply to this product thereafter. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties; therefore these exclusions may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights; however, you may have other rights that vary from state to state.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed. It does not cover the following:
Damage caused by excessive heat•
Damage through negligence, misuse, accident, or abuse•
Damage caused by incorrectly connecting the amplier to an output device or an electrical source•
Freight damage•
Items repaired by an unauthorized repair facility•
Items purchased from unauthorized individuals or dealers•
Cost of shipping product to Clark Synthesis, Inc.•
Return shipping on non-defective items•
RETURN POLICY
New, unused items purchased from us may be returned within 7 days of the purchase date. Please note: Clark Synthesis will only accept returns
for items that are received in their original packaging, in undamaged and re-sellable (new) condition. Manuals, accessories, warranty cards, and
everything else that came with the unit must be included as well. If your return does not meet these conditions, you will be charged a 15% restocking
fee or have the merchandise returned to you at your expense. Non-defective merchandise can also be returned for a 15% restocking fee. Shipping
charges for all non-defective returns or exchanges are not refundable.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED WARRANTY OR SERVICE
If it becomes necessary for you to return defective merchandise, call Clark Synthesis Customer Service at (800) 898-1945 and you will be given a
Return Authorization Number. Follow the instructions provided by our customer service staff, use suitable packing materials (preferably the original
shipping boxes), and make sure to write your Return Authorization Number on the outside of your box when sending your return to us. Orders that are
returned without an Return Authorization Number may be refused by our returns department! Remember to include a dated proof of purchase from
an authorized dealer. Return freight must be prepaid by the customer: items received freight collect will be refused. If the returned product is found to
contain a manufacturing defect not caused by the customer and a replacement product is sent to the customer, Clark Synthesis, Inc. will pay to ship
the replacement product to a domestic location (within the USA) via ground shipping methods. Costs associated with a) shipping replacement products
intended to replace defective merchandise not caused by a manufacturing defect, b) replacement products shipped outside the USA, or c) replacement
products shipped via shipping methods other than ground shipping will be paid for by the customer.
Make sure the following is included in your package:
• Product to be returned (repacked in original shipping containers)
• Return Authorization Number printed on the outside of the box
• Copy of original invoice with Return Authorization Number printed on it
Return to our Service Department:
RA#: _______________
Clark Synthesis, Inc.
8020 Southpark Circle, Suite 600
Littleton, Colorado 80120
INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY
Contact your International Clark Synthesis dealer or distributor concerning specic procedures for your country’s warranty policies.
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READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS.1.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.2.
HEED ALL WARNINGS.3.
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.4.
DO NOT USE THIS AMPLIFIER NEAR WATER.5.
CLEAN ONLY WITH A DRY CLOTH.6.
DO NOT BLOCK ANY VENTILATION OPENINGS. INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 7.
MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.
DO NOT INSTALL NEAR HEAT SOURCES SUCH AS RADIATORS, HEAT REGISTERS, STOVES, OR 8.
OTHER EQUIPMENT.
DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THE POLARIZED OR GROUNDING TYPE PLUG- 9. A
polarized plug has two blades, with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
PROTECT THE POWER CORD FROM BEING WALKED ON OR PINCHED, PARTICULARLY AT THE 10.
POINTS NEAREST THE OUTLET AND WHERE THE CORD ENTERS THE AMPLIFIER.
ONLY USE ATTACHMENTS OR ACCESSORIES SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER.11.
USE ONLY WITH A CART, STAND, TRIPOD, BRACKET, OR TABLE SPECIFIED BY THE 12.
MANUFACTURER OR SOLD WITH THE AMPLIFIER. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart
to avoid damaging the amplier.
UNPLUG THE AMPLIFIER DURING LIGHTNING STORMS OR WHEN UNUSED FOR LONG 13.
PERIODS OF TIME.
REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. 14. Servicing is required when the amplier has been
damaged in any way, such as the power supply cord has been damaged, liquid has been spilled/objects have fallen
into the amplier, the amplier has been exposed to rain or moisture, the amplier does not operate normally, or the
amplier has been dropped.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE 15.
THIS AMPLIFIER TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT EXPOSE TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING. DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS FILLED WITH 16.
LIQUID, SUCH AS VASES, ON THIS AMPLIFIER.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE TOP OR BOTTOM COVERS. NO USER 17.
SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE 18.
POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE. THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER
SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED 19.
TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.
THE LIGHTNING BOLT TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE RISK 20.
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
SPECIAL SAFTEY CONSIDERATION FOR THE AQUASONIC SWIMMING POOL 21.
SPEAKER: WHEN USING THE TA1501C AMPLIFIER WITH THE CLARK SYNTHESIS AQUASONIC
SWIMMING POOL SPEAKER, WE RECOMMEND THE FOLLOWING:
- The amplier must be plugged into a GFI-protected outlet.
- Use an isolation transformer. Contact Clark Synthesis for more information.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
OVERVIEW OF THE AMPLIFIER
The TA1501C amplier is the rst audio amplier designed exclusively for use with Clark Synthesis
transducers. This amplier incorporates the latest digital technology and provides features not available on
many ampliers. Please read this manual in its entirety so you can get the maximum enjoyment from your
Clark Synthesis product(s).
USING THIS AMPLIFIER WITH A CLARK SYNTHESIS TRANSDUCER
The TA1501C amplier works with all Clark Synthesis transducers. This manual outlines how to use this
amplier with our transducers.
CAUTION: This amplier is designed to provide power to one (1) transducer.
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Please note, the TA1501C can provide more continuous power than the transducer can handle. Why do we
do this? Special effects audio signals often contain peaks that require extra power to be delivered to the
transducer. This amplier will supply those peaks without damaging the transducer, providing you, the user,
with a true Tactile Sound experience.
FEATURES
The Clark Synthesis TA1501C Amplier has the following features:
Class D design for powerful, clean sound•
All-metal cabinet•
Crisp, clean, and compact body design•
Built-in Crossover Control that enables control of the cutoff point from • 40 Hz to 400 Hz
Bypass control that disables the Crossover Control, allowing the amplier to reproduce full-frequency audio•
Front LED that indicates the amplier is connected to AC power•
• Auto/On saves power by turning the amplier stage on only when an audio signal is present
Powered • loop-through allows you to connect multiple ampliers together to a single audio source
Stereo inputs allow you to connect the amplier to multiple sources. The audio is automatically combined •
inside the amplier.
IEC-601 • Connector allows you to use a power cord other than the power cord supplied. This is especially
helpful if you live in a country that requires a different AC plug.
Amplier automatically runs on AC power from 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz•
The audio input section works with high-level and low-level line signals. This feature permits the amplier •
to work with studio-level and consumer-level audio signals
• 5-way binding posts for connecting the transducer wires
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UNPACKING YOUR AMPLIFIER
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please remove the amplier and accessories from the carton. You should have the following:
(1) TA1501C Amplier•
(1) AC Power Cord•
(4) Amplier • Feet
(1) • Y Adapter Cable (Color may vary from the image shown here)
(1) Operating Manual•
CONTACT INFORMATION IF PARTS ARE MISSING
If you are missing any items, please contact Clark Synthesis at 1-800-898-1945.
We recommend that you save the original carton to use if you ever have to ship the amplier.
WARNING: Before you set up this amplier, make sure you read and observe the Important Safety
Instructions in this manual.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Ventilation Threaded Foot Hole
Vents
Threaded
Foot Hole
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Front Panel Overview
Gain (Volume) Control
Crossover (X-Over) Control
Auto/On Switch
Low Pass/Bypass
Switch
Power Indicator Light
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Front Panel Overview
GAIN (VOLUME) CONTROL
The Gain (Volume) Control on the face of the TA1501C amplier controls the degree to which the
input signal is amplied. The gain level, combined with the level of the input signal, determines
the actual volume output.
CROSSOVER (X-OVER) CONTROL
The Crossover Control on the face of the TA1501C amplier controls the range of low-frequency
(bass) sound sent to the output device, i.e. transducer, speaker, etc. This control is only
functional when the Low Pass/Bypass Switch is in the “Low Pass” position. The range of lowfrequency sound controlled by this dial is 40 Hz to 400 Hz.
AUTO/ON SWITCH
The Auto/On Switch allows the user to place the amplier into either Auto On/Standby mode or
On.
When the switch is set to “Auto” and no input signal is received by the amplier, the amplier
stage will power down and go into Standby mode. Upon sensing an input signal, the amplier will
power on automatically.
When the switch is set to “On,” the amplier will remain powered on, regardless of whether an
input signal is present or not.
LOW PASS/BYPASS SWITCH
The Low Pass/Bypass Switch enables and disables the Crossover function and control dial
of the amplier. When the switch is in the “Low Pass” position, the amplier only passes lowfrequency sounds. When the switch is in the “Bypass” position, the amplier passes the full
range of audio frequencies.
POWER INDICATOR (LED)
The Power Indicator LED displays the power mode. If the LED is:
RED- The amplier is plugged into AC power and the power switch on the back of the •
amplier is switched to “On.” If the Auto/On switch is set to “Auto,” a red LED indicates no
audio input signal has been received by the amplier.
GREEN- The amplier is plugged into AC power and the power switch on the back of the •
amplier is switched to “On.” If the Auto/On switch is set to “Auto,” a green LED indicates an
audio input signal is being received by the amplier, or, if the Auto/On switch is set to “On,”
the amplier is on.
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