Kenwood M-A300, M-A100 User Manual

4 (1)

STEREO POWER AMPLIFIER

M-A300

M-A100

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KENWOOD CORPORATION

This instruction manual is used for two models.

Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country and sales area.

B60-3340-00 (K, P, Y, T, M, C, X, I) MA CH MC

98/12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 97/12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5

 

Introduction

 

 

2

Before applying power

M-A300/A100 (En)

Caution : Read this section carefully to ensure safe operation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Units are designed for operation as follows.

U.K. ............................................................................................

AC 230

V only

U.S.A. and Canada ................................................................

AC 120

V only

Australia ..................................................................................

AC 240

V only

China ...............................................................................................

220

V only

*Other countries ...............................

AC 110-120/220-240 V swichable

For the United Kingdom

Factory fitted moulded mains plug

1.The mains plug contains a fuse. For replacement, use only a 13-Amp ASTA-approved (BS1362) fuse.

2.The fuse cover must be refitted when replacing the fuse in the moulded plug.

3.Do not cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted

is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adapter, or consult your dealer.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral

Brown: Live

Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a three-pin plug.

*AC voltage selection

The AC voltage selector switch on the rear panel is set to the voltage that prevails in the area to which the unit is shipped. Before connecting the power cord to your AC outlet, make sure that the setting position of this switch matches your line voltage. If not, it must be set to your voltage in accordance with the following direction.

Note:

Our warranty does not cover damage caused by excessive line voltage due to improper setting of the AC voltage selector switch.

AC voltage selector switch

AC 110 -

 

 

 

AC 220 -

120V~

 

 

 

240V~

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONNECT WITH AV

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROL CENTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AC 110 -

AC 220 -

 

 

SUB

 

 

 

120V~

240V~

FRONT SURROUND WOOFER

 

CENTER SURROUND FRONT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UNSWITCHED

 

 

+

 

 

 

+

 

 

 

-

 

 

 

-

 

R

R

SW (6-16Ω)

(6-16Ω)

C

L

L

 

 

SPEAKERS

 

 

SPEAKERS

 

 

Move switch lever to match your line voltage with a small screwdriver or other pointed tool.

Safety precautions

Caution : Read this section carefully to ensure safe operation.

 

 

WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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 PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC 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.

Kenwood M-A300, M-A100 User Manual

Unpacking

Introduction

M-A300/A100 (En)

3

Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put aside so they will not be lost. Examine the unit for any possibility of shipping damage. If your unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If your unit was shipped to you directly, notify the shipping company without delay. Only the consignee (the person or company receiving the unit) can file a claim against the carrier for shipping damage. We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing materials for use should you transport or ship the unit in the future.

Keep this manual handy future reference.

Accessories

Parallel cord (1)

AC plug adaptor (1)*

* Use to adapt the plug on the power cord to the shape of the wall outlet. (Accessory only for regions where use is necessary.)

Contents

Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation.

Introduction ....................................................................................................

2

Before applying power ......................................................

2

Safety precautions ............................................................

2

Special features ............................................................................................

3

Controls and indicators ................................................................................

3

System connections ......................................................................................

4

Terminal connection ................................................................

4

Connection of M-A300 ............................................................

5

Connection of M-A100 ............................................................

6

Special features

Operating instructions .................................................................................

7

In case of difficulty .......................................................................................

7

Specifications ........................................................................................

8

Power amplifier for surround play

This unit is the amplifier designed exclusively for use with the surround speaker, center speaker and subwoofer for the surround system of the SERIES 21.This unit allows you to enjoy the surround play more effectively.

New TRAITR transistor adopted in the final stage

A new TRAITR transistor which features superior temperature tracking characteristics has been adopted in the final stage of the power amplifier block. This new TRAITR transistor combines a temperature compensation resistor with an emitter resistor and final transistor to provide ideal temperature compensation characteristics and minimize distortion caused by temperature variations.

Controls and indicators

POWER indicator

POWER

POWER AMPLIFIER

-ON OFF

POWER switch

Loading...
+ 5 hidden pages