Sonance 260 Making Connections, Operating The Sonamp Cinema, AC Line cord, Looping Jacks, Auto-On

		Use separate + and - conductors
		for each sub module			- +
			+ -
		WARNING: HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKER
AUTO ON		CONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING	SONAMP CINEMA 260
		DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE	CAUTION
OFF	ON	ATTENTION: DEBRANCHER AVANT DE REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE
		ATTENTION: VOIR LE CAHIER D' INSTRUCTION
			Speaker		AC FUSE
		ATTENTION:UTILISER UN FUSIBLE DE RECHANGE DE MEME TYPE AVIS:RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR		- R +	3AG 8A
LINE	LINE		+ L -
IN	OUT
	L
					120VAC/60Hz
	R		USE 8Ω SPEAKERS		750 VA
47K		CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE	SONANCE
		HAZARD USE ONLY SAME TYPE AND RATING FUSE.

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AC inlet is representative of Sonamp Cinema 260 (230v version)

AC Line cord

You can plug this into a wall socket or an AC outlet on your preamplifier. Make sure your preamp outlet rating is equal to or greater than the Sonamp's power consumption rating. If you do not plan to use the automatic turn on/off feature, you will probably want to use a switched AC outlet that is turned on and off by your preamp's power button. If you choose to use the Auto Turn on/off feature, you must leave the Sonamp plugged into an unswitched AC outlet that is always "live" even when the preamp is turned off.

Always take SPL readings from ear level at the listening position.

Receivers/processors provide a special facility to calibrate subwoofers. When installing the Cinema SUB System with such a receiver/processor, follow the receiver/processor’s instruc- tions for calibrating subwoofer output.

When used in conjunction with some components, the bass response of the Cinema SUBs will be greater with the phase switch in the down position. Listen to music with significant bass content with the switch in each position to determine the correct setting for your system. Sitting in the normal listening position, listen while a friend changes the phase switch position. The audibly louder setting is correct. Alternately, use an SPL meter to determine which setting produces greater output in the 75-125 Hz range.

If you experience buzzing or rattling during strong bass passages, it may be necessary to relocate or remove items in the listening room which become excited by the high energy levels reproduced by your Cinema SUBs.

MAKING CONNECTIONS:

Before making any signal or speaker connection, make sure your power amplifier is turned off and unplugged. When making connections, make sure there is no strain or tension on input leads or speaker wires that could cause them to pull loose in the future.

Looping Jacks

Your Sonamp Cinema 260 provides a pair of RCA output jacks which duplicate the input signal. These facilitate connection of additional subwoofer systems from a single source component. With only a single input cable you can link or “loop” amplifiers without messy Y-cord adapters. Two input cables are required when using Left and Right Inputs.

Use good wire

For best bass response, and minimum power loss, you should never use less than 14AWG speaker wire - or it will constrict the dynamics and deteriorate bass response. We recommend use of premium Sonance speaker cable. You may also wish to experiment with audiophile-grade speaker wire and interconnects, but be sure to check local codes governing wire that may be installed in walls or ceilings. Each brand of wire will have a different characteristic sound and some may be more compatible with the sonic “signature” of your various components.Your Cinema 260 is stable with any reputable brand of wire.

If you are installing the Cinema 260 in a remote zone, you may plug it into the closest AC wall socket that is always “live”.

Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

Attention: Pour evitar les chocs electriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.

Use only a heavy-duty extension cord, if required, to avoid starving the amplifier of all current necessary for full power operation.

OPERATING THE SONAMP CINEMA 260

The Sonamp Cinema 260 has an ingenious and very sophisticated Auto-On turn on/off circuit. Please read these instructions carefully to facilitate correct operating procedures.

Power Switch

Press the power switch once to the “in” position to turn on. Press again to the "out" position to turn it off. Leave the button in its inner position when using the Auto-On turn on/off feature. The amplifier will switch its power on automatically when there is a musical signal present at its input jacks.

Auto-On

Any audio signal arriving at the “left” input jack will trigger automatic turn on circuitry to activate the unit for operation. A green LED on the front panel marked “Active” indicates that the amplifier is operational.

The amplifier will remain on after the audio signal has ceased for approximately 3 minutes. This provides ample time to prevent erratic operation from pauses between musical passages or while changing sources. With this feature there is no limit to where you can place the Cinema 260.

Auto-On Defeat (located on rear panel)

If the Auto-On turn on/off feature is not required, it can be defeated by moving the rear panel switch to its “off ” position. Use a small flat-bladed screwdriver to move the recessed switch. Do not apply excessive force. Now the Cinema 260 power switch will function conventionally and the amplifier will turn on and off from a switched AC outlet on your preamp or other source component.

Power LED (red)

This LED indicates that the AC power line cord is plugged into a live AC outlet. If the main AC line fuse ever opens, this LED will go out. To use the Auto-On feature, this LED must remain

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