IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
DO NOT OPEN!
CAUTION! To reduce the risk of electric shock and fire, do not remove the cover or back plate of the device enclosure. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to an Aragon authorized service center.
CAUTION! The international symbol of a lightning bolt inside a tri- angle is intended to alert the user to uninsulated "dangerous volt- age" within the device enclosure. The international symbol of an exclamation point inside a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating, maintenance and servicing information in the manual accompanying the device.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
1.Read Instructions – All safety and operating instructions should be read before operating the device.
2.Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3.Heed Warnings – All warnings on the device and in the operating instruc- tions should be adhered to.
4.Follow instructions – All operating and safety instructions should be fol- lowed.
5.Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
6.Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet base- ment; or near a swimming pool; and the like).
7.Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from over- heating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The open- ings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
8.Heat – This product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products that produce heat.
9.Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home, consult with your product dealer or the local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
10.Grounding – This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obso- lete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
11.Power Cord Protection – Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
12.Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.
13.Lightning and Periods of Non-Use – For added protection for this prod- uct during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and powerline surges.
14.Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
15.Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this prod- uct through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
16.Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a)When the power supply cord or plug is damaged,
b)If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
c)If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d)If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operat- ing instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often will require extensive work by a qualified techni- cian to restore the product to its normal operation,
e)If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f)When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indi- cates a need for service.
17.Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufac- turer or that have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other haz- ards.
18.Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
19.Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
If this unit is purchased outside of the U.S., please contact your local dealer or distributor for service center information. If purchased inside the U.S. and dealer service is not available, contact Aragon Customer Service for a return authorization (RA) number before shipping. For further service information, contact:
ARAGON CUSTOMER SERVICE 1-866-781-7284
137 COUNTY RD 278
HOPE, AR USA 71801
UNPACKING
WE WANT YOUR NEW AMPLIFIER TO LOOK AS GOOD AS IT DID LEAVING THE FACTORY. PLEASE CHECK PROMPTLY FOR TRANSIT DAMAGE.
Carefully unpack your new amplifier. In extreme circumstances, items may have become damaged in transit. If any damage is discovered, notify the delivery service and/or dealer where the system was purchased. Make a request for inspection, and follow the instructions for evaluation. Be sure to keep the product with its original shipping carton and save your packing mate- rial to aid in future transportation.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
Power Switch
This rocker switch turns the A/C power ON (depressed top) or OFF (depressed bottom.)
Power Indicator
This LED will illuminate when the 8008 is powered on.
INPUT RIGHT | INPUT LEFT | | |
| | | OFF |
BALANCED | BALANCED | DIM | ON |
| | FRONT PANEL |
| | LIGHTING |
SINGLE ENDED | SINGLE ENDED | | |
RIGHT INPUT | LEFT INPUT | Fuse Rating | |
SPEAKER RIGHT | SPEAKER LEFT | | |
| | 8008 MKII | |
RIGHT SPEAKER | LEFT SPEAKER | | |
| | S/N | |
RCA Single-ended Input Jack
A gold-plated RCA input jack is provided for each channel to connect to the output jack of the corresponding preamplifier channel.
XLR Balanced Input Jack
A balanced XLR input jack is provided for each channel to connect to the bal- anced output jack of the corresponding preamplifier channel.
Five-way Binding Post Speaker Output
Two sets of five-way binding posts are provided for each channel to connect to the corresponding loudspeaker. The red connection corresponds to the posi- tive (+) input of the loudspeaker, and the black connection corresponds to the negative (–) input of the loudspeaker.
Dimmer Switch
The three-position switch controls the intensity of the blue cascade panel illu- mination. FULL brightness is all the way to the right; OFF is in the center; and DIM is all the way to the left. The power switch must be ON for illumination.
A/C Power Connection
This three-prong receptacle is the A/C power connection, utilizing a standard IEC connector.
A/C Fuse Holder
This contains the primary A/C fuse. Replace only with the same value and rat- ing as specified on the back of the amp.
SYSTEM SETUP
Preparation
Before hooking up your 8008, you must decide if you will use the single ended or balanced inputs–either may be used with similar performance. Your 8008 was shipped to you with a jumper between pins 1 and 3 on both of the XLR connectors. To use the amplifier in single-ended (RCA inputs) mode, leave the jumper in place on both XLR connectors. To use the amplifier in balanced (XLR inputs) mode, remove the jumper on both XLR connectors.
1.Input Connections
With the amplifier turned off, connect shielded RCA or XLR cables between the preamplifier outputs and the corresponding amplifier inputs.
2.Output Connections
With the amplifier turned off, connect speaker wire between the amplifier’s speaker output terminal and the loudspeaker’s corresponding input terminal. The red connector refers to the positive (+) speaker connection, and the black connector refers to the negative (–) speaker connection. For proper operation, be sure to connect the loudspeaker to the correct amp output. Either set of binding posts may be used or both sets may be used for bi-wiring. NOTE: Use only insulated speaker wire of an appropriate gauge for all connections making sure that no bare wires touch each other. Use of uninsulated wiring, or conditions where bare wires are touching could result in an electrical short leading to possible risk of electrical shock, equipment failure or the risk of fire.
3.Power Connection
Plug the A/C power cord into the back of your 8008 and then into the A/C wall outlet.
TROUBLESHOOTING
No Sound
1.Ensure the A/C power cord is fully seated.
2.With the amplifier unplugged, check that the A/C fuse is not blown.
3.Check all power connections.
4.Verify proper connection of inputs and outputs.
5.Verify the correct setting of the RCA/XLR input selection switch.
6.Check for shorted positive (+) and negative (–) speaker connections.
7.If the preamplifier is working properly, the power light is on, and there is still no output from one or more channels, the likelihood is that there is a blown internal fuse. Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the amplifier, as they should be able to check and change the fuse for you. Do not attempt to change this fuse yourself: Unauthorized repairs will void your warranty.
Amplifier Hum
The 8008 amplifier utilizes two large toroidal transformers, so some physical hum can be expected. A hum that is heard when you step away from the amplifier could be considered unusual, but does not necessarily indicate a problem with the amplifier. Contact your dealer if you have any concerns about amplifier hum. Hooking the amplifier up at the dealer’s store and comparing it with the floor model is a good way to verify whether or not what you are expe- riencing is normal.
1.Plug the amplifier into different outlets (different circuits) in the house to see if it exhibits the same hum.
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