Connecting the Amplifier, Speaker Color | Integra DTA-70.1 instruction

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Connecting the Amplifier

Connecting Your Speakers

Before connecting the speakers, place them correctly by consulting the instruction manuals that came with them. For surround playback, the configuration and placement of your speakers are very important.

Please note that connecting speakers with a low power input rating does not produce large sound volumes. For those speakers, large sound volumes causing excessive input level may damage the speakers.

Note:

Once you’ve completed speaker connections, you must turn on the AV controller or control amplifier and con- figure the output channels.

Attaching the Speaker Labels

The amplifier’s positive (+) speaker terminals are all red (the negative (–) speaker terminals are all black).

Speaker	Color

Front left	White

Front right	Red

Center	Green

Surround left	Blue

Surround right	Gray

Surround back left	Brown

Surround back right	Tan

Front high/wide left	White

Front high/wide right	Red

The supplied speaker cable labels are also color-coded and you should attach them to the positive (+) side of each speaker cable in accordance with the above table. Then all you need to do is to match the color of each label to the corresponding speaker terminal.

Speaker Connection Precautions

Read the following before connecting your speakers:

•You can connect speakers with an impedance of between 4 and 16 ohms. If the impedance of any of the connected speakers is 4 ohms or more, but less than 6 ohms, be sure to set the minimum speaker impedance to “4ohms” (see page 10). If you use speakers with a lower impedance, and use the amplifier at high vol- ume levels for a long period of time, the built-in pro- tection circuit may be activated.

•Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before making any connections.

•Read the instructions supplied with your speakers.

•Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other words, connect positive (+) terminals only to positive

(+) terminals, and negative (–) terminals only to nega- tive (–) terminals. If you get them the wrong way around, the sound will be out of phase and will sound unnatural.

•Unnecessarily long, or very thin speaker cables may affect the sound quality and should be avoided.

•If you use 4 or 5 speakers, connect each of the two surround speakers to the SURR L/R terminals. Do not connect them to the SURR BACK L/R or FRONT HIGH/WIDE L/R terminals.

•Be careful not to short the positive and negative wires. Doing so may damage the amplifier.

•Make sure the metal core of the wire does not have contact with the amplifier’s rear panel. Doing so may damage the amplifier.

(North American models)

•If you are using banana plugs, tighten the speaker ter- minal before inserting the banana plug.

•Do not insert the speaker code directly into the center hole of the speaker terminal.

•Don’t connect more than one cable to each speaker terminal. Doing so may damage the amplifier.

•Don’t connect one speaker to several terminals.

DTA-70.1 specifications

The Integra DTA-70.1 is a versatile and high-performance audio amplifier that stands out for its exceptional sound quality and robust build. Designed for the audiophile in mind, this advanced power amplifier offers a plethora of features that ensure an enhanced listening experience, whether it be for music, movies, or gaming.

At the heart of the DTA-70.1 are its cutting-edge technologies. It utilizes Class D amplification, which provides high efficiency and low heat generation, allowing for an exceptional power-to-weight ratio. This means that even compact setups can benefit from powerful audio output without the bulk of traditional amplifiers. The DTA-70.1 delivers a remarkable output of 70 watts per channel, enabling it to drive various speaker types with ease, from high-performance floor-standing speakers to compact bookshelf models.

One of the standout characteristics of the DTA-70.1 is its compatibility with a variety of speaker configurations. It supports both stereo and multi-channel setups, making it suitable for a broad range of home theater and audio configurations. The device includes multiple inputs, including RCA, allowing seamless connection to various audio sources, such as CD players, streamers, or television systems, ensuring that users can integrate it into their existing audio systems without hassle.

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User-friendliness is another strong point of the DTA-70.1. Its intuitive interface allows easy navigation through settings, ensuring that users can quickly adjust parameters to suit their preferences. Furthermore, the amplifier is built with high-quality components that ensure reliability and longevity, providing peace of mind to the user.

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