KA-1000-THX AMPLIFIER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.READ these instructions.
2.KEEP these instructions.
3.HEED all warnings.
4.FOLLOW all instructions.
5.DO NOT use this apparatus near water.
6.CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth.
7.DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8.DO NOT install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 . DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wider blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. I f the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10.PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11.ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12.USE only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
13.UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14.REFER all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
WARNING: Voltages in this equipment are hazardous to life. No
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
ABOUT YO UR KLIPSCH PURCHASE
Thank you for your purchase of a Klipsch subwoofer amplifier. After reading this manual and connecting your system, you will hear the results of over 55 years of stringent engineering and
U N PA C K I N G
The easiest way to remove the amplifier from its carton is to turn the open end of the box down so that it is resting on a table or the floor, with the flaps spread out and away. Then pull the box straight up and off. Remove any packing material from the amplifier, place it back in the carton, and store in case you ever need to ship the amplifier.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
1. Master Power On/Off
The Master Power switch turns the amplifier on and off. In addition to the Master Power switch, the
2. Auto Power On/Off
The Auto Power switch has two settings – “On” and “Off”. In the “Off” position, the Master Power switch turns the amplifier on or off. If you leave the Master Power switch in the “On” position and set the Auto Power switch to the “On” position, then the amplifier will automat- ically turn itself on and off when an audio signal is detected. There is a 2 second On delay and a 15 minute Off delay when using the Auto Power function.
3. Phase Control
The Phase control on the
4. Boundary Gain Compensation On/Off
The Boundary Gain Compensation switch allows you to
5. THX On/Off
The THX switch provides a means to bypass the crossover and level controls when using a THX preamplifier or receiver. In the “On” position, the crossover and level controls do not function. (In this configuration, your preamplifier or receiver will perform those functions.) In the “Off” position, the crossover and level controls operate normally. Be sure the volume level on your preamplifier or receiver is turned down before changing the setting of this switch.
6. Lowpass Crossover
The Lowpass Crossover control allows you to select the proper frequency at which your subwoofer system blends with your main speakers. It is selectable from
7. Level Control
The Level control is the volume setting for the amplifier. It is used in conjunction with the subwoofer output level control on your preamplifier or receiver. It is used to adjust the over- all output level of your subwoofer system. If the THX control is set to the “On” position, this control will not operate. An LED status indicator is provided to tell you whether or not this control is operational – GREEN for active and RED for bypassed.