Sunfire TGA-7201 XLR Inputs, Current Source Outputs Voltage Source Outputs, Current Source Fuses

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4. XLR Inputs

If your preamplifier has XLR outputs, connect them to these XLR inputs. These balanced connections offer superior noise rejection com- pared to the unbalanced RCA inputs, particularly for long cable runs.

The female XLR inputs are wired as follows:

Pin 1 is ground

Pin 2 is positive (hot)

Pin 3 is negative (cold)

Balanced connections pass the input signal along two conductors. If there is any external noise and inter- ference passing into the audio lines, both conductors will receive the same amount of noise. This noise is then rejected in the balanced input stage of the Theater Grand Amplifier.

5.Current Source Outputs and:

6.Voltage Source Outputs

The front left and front right chan- nels each have a Voltage Source output and a Current Source output. The remaining channels have Voltage Source outputs only.

The Voltage Source outputs have a source impedance of approximately zero ohms. The Current Source outputs have a source impedance of approximately one ohm.

The top post of each binding post pair is the positive output, and con- nects to the positive post of your speaker. The bottom post of each pair is the negative, and connects to the negative post of your speaker. The posts can accept bare wire, spade terminals, and dual or single banana connectors.

According to your musical taste, you may select the Current Source for driving electrostatic, planar magnetic or ribbon speakers. For cone based systems, use either. For a biwired sys- tem, use the Current Source for mid- range and treble drivers, and use the Voltage Source for the subwoofer(s). These are suggestions only. By all means, please feel free to experiment with other wiring options. (See page 14.)

NOTE: The Current Source output is a Voltage Source modified to yield an impedance of one ohm. This cor- responds approximately to a vacuum tube amplifier's output impedance and constitutes the dominant factor in the soundstage delivery of classic vacuum tube power amplifiers.

7. Current Source Fuses

Each Current Source output has an in-line fuse to protect your speakers. If one ever opens, there will be no output to that speaker.

Unplug the amplifier from the AC mains power supply if you ever have to change

afuse.

8.IEC connector

The amplifier comes with a detach- able Linecord which attaches here. Make sure it is firmly pushed in place. Connect the other end to an AC outlet which is properly configured for the type of plug and has the correct volt- age for your model.

9. Power Switch

Press the top edge of this power switch to turn the amplifier on. The power LED will turn blue.

The auto/on/off switch (1) controls how the amplifier turns on (signal sensing, 12V trigger, etc.).

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10. AC Line fuse

If this fuse fails, replace it with the exact same type and current rating.

Note: Always unplug the power cord from your AC outlet before removing the fuse.

Gently turn the fuse carrier counter- clockwise to release the fuse.

11. LED Dimmer

This switch allows you to set the brightness of the front panel power LED, from low, medium and high. Ad- just this to match the brightness of the other components in your system.

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Contents Seven Important Safety Instructions Contents Introduction Theater Grand Amplifier Editions TGA-7401 and TGA-7401-230TGA-7201 and TGA-7201-230 AC Power Considerations InstallationUnpacking CareOverview Front Panel FeaturesAUTO/ON/OFF Switch Rear Panel FeaturesVDC Trigger Input RCA InputsPower Switch IEC connectorXLR Inputs Current Source Outputs Voltage Source OutputsChapter Loudspeakers Balanced ConnectionsBiamping Output connectionsInput connections Biamping with an external crossover Biamping ConnectionsVolt Series and Parallel speaker connections SeriesParallel No sound from one or more speakers Troubleshooting GuideAmplifier shuts down often or the line fuse blows often Hum is heard in your speakersPoor bass performance Other causes of noiseTurn-on and turn-off thumps Current source outputs not workingTGA-7201 Specifications TGA-7401Service Assistance Sunfire Limited WarrantyTheater Grand Amplifier

TGA-7201, TGA-7401-230, TGA-7201-230, TGA7401 specifications

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