Denon PMA-860 Service Manual

Specifications and Main Features

  • First model is PMA-860 and second is PMA-1060
  • The amplifier generates the following output rated power for each channel:
  • PMA-1060 model provides 105W on 8 ohm speaker and 180W with 4 ohm speaker with 0.005% THD
  • PMA-860 model provides 80W on 8 ohm speaker and 135W with 4 ohm speaker with 0.01% THD.
  • Total harmonic distortion for PMA-1060 model is rated at 0.004% and for PMA-860 is 0.007%
  • For the input sensitivity and impedance section we have
  • Phono MM rated at 2.5 mV / 47 kohms and MC rated at 200 µV / 100 ohms,
  • CD rated at 150 mV / 47 kohms
  • Tuner and AUX rated at 150 mV / 47 kohms
  • Tape 1 & 2 rated at 150 mV / 10 kohms
  • The signal to noise ratio for PMA-1060 model is MM 94 dB and MC 75 dB, whereas, the PMA-860 has the same ratings ,
  • Values for tone control adjustable range are;
  • Bass: +8 dB at 100 Hz (both models)
  • Treble: +6 dB at 10 kHz (both models)
  • PMA-1060 model has a rated power consumption of 120W and for, PMA-860 model 80W
  • Dimensions :

PMA-1060 measures around (W)434 x (H)160 x (D)398 mm

PMA-860 measures around (W)434 x (H)160 x (D)397 mm

  • Weight:

PMA-1060 weighs around 12.4 kg (27 lbs 6 oz)

and PMA-860 weighs around 9.7 kg (21 lbs 7 oz).

  • Looking at the front and rear walls of the PMA, we see the following functional elements:
  • ICTs: Phono, CD, Tuner, AUX, Tape-1, Tape-2
  • Speaker connectors
  • Electrical sockets (switched and unswitched)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How powerful is the output of Denon PMA-1060? A1: Rated power output is 105W at 8ohms per channel which is 180 watts for 4 ohms load.

Q2: Is it possible to install moving coil MC cartridge for this device? A2: Yes, while the PMA-1060 expects MC cartridges outputting 200 µV, the PMA-860 also supports MC’s with similar output specifications.

Q3: What is the level of total harmonic distortion created by PMA-860? A3: The total harmonic distortion of PMA-860 is 0.01 percent.

Q4: Are there special terminal outputs for the speaker systems? A4: Yes, both models are provided with separate terminals for systems speakers designated A and B.

Q5: Can this amplifier accommodate headphone usage? A5: Yes, there is a headphone socket available for use in both PMA-1060 and PMA-860.

Q6: What connection facilities are incorporated to the inputs? A6: The device has support for Phono MM and MC, CD, Tuner, AUX, and two Tapes as input.

Q7: What is the weight of Denon PMA-1060? A7: The PMA-1060 weighs 12.4 kg 27 lbs 6 oz.

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Denon PMA-860 Service Manual
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