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Connect the 3.5mm miniplug from the power converter to
the Remote Amp Trigger in
the Remote Amp Trigger in
jack on the rear of the
PA5800/2.1.
Audio System Connections
As a general rule, avoid running any input signal or speaker
wire connections next to or parallel with AC power cords.
This may cause undesired hum or other interference that
will greatly degrade signal performance.
When making connections with RCA-type plugs on
interconnect cables, make certain to gently but firmly insert
the plugs into the jacks on the rear of the PA5800/2.1.
Loose connections can cause intermittent sound and may
damage your speakers.
Connect the outputs of the PT2500 or your surround
processor to the audio inputs of the PA5800/2.1
. To
simplify installation, it is best to follow the markings on the
rear panel by connecting the Front Right output of the
PT2500 to the Front Right input on the PA5800/2.1,
following the same pattern for each channel.
Important Note: The PA5800/2.1 is not designed for
use in Bridged configuration. Do not connect the same
input or speaker to more than one channel.
To ensure that the high-quality signals produced by the
PA5800/2.1 are carried to your speakers without loss of
clarity or resolution, we recommend that you use
high-quality speaker cable. Many brands of cable are
available and the choice of cable may be influenced by the
distance between your speakers and you amplifier, the type
of speakers you use, personal preferences and other
factors. Your dealer or installer is a valuable resource to
consult in selecting a proper cable for connections between
your amplifier and speakers.
Regardless of the brand or type of cable selected, we
recommend that you use a cable construction of fine, multi
strand copper with a gauge of 14 or smaller. When
specifying cable, remember that the lower the number, the
thicker the cable.
Cable with a gauge or 16 may be used for short runs of less
than ten feet. We do not recommend the use of cables with
an AWG equivalent of 18 or higher due to the power loss
and degradation in performance that will occur.
Cables that run inside walls should have the appropriate
markings to indicate listing with UL (“CL-2/CL-3”), CSA
(“FT-4”) or appropriate safety agency standards that may
require in your area. Questions about running cables inside
walls should be referred to you installer or a licensed
electrical contractor who is familiar with the NEC and/or the
applicable building or electrical code in your area.
Connections to Speakers
The final step of the installation process is to connect the
The final step of the installation process is to connect the
amplifier to your speaker using high-quality cable. A pair of
binding posts is provided for each channels output. These
posts will accept bare wire or banana-type plugs.
Note that one conductor of the speaker cable will have no
markings or an indication of “-” for negative polarity, and the
other will have a read line, brand-names markings, a
colored thread or some other positive-polarity indication.
The wire with the positive indication should be connected to
the red terminals on both the PA5800/2.1 and your
speakers. The negative wire should be connected to the
black terminal on the PA5800/2.1 and the speakers.
If bare wire is used for connections, strip approximately ¾”
(20mm) of insulation from the end of each wire and carefully
twist the strands of each conductor together. Be careful not
to cut the individual strands or twist them off; for optimal
performance, all strands must be used.
Next loosen the knobs of the speaker output terminals far
enough so that the cap moves back on its threads past the
U-shaped groove at the back end of the terminal. Making
certain that you observe polarity by connecting the negative
(-) wire to the black terminal and the positive(+) wire to the
red terminal, pass the exposed wire through from the top of
the slot until the wire is visible from the bottom end. Holding
the wire in place, twist the cap back so that the connection is
secured. Do not overtighten or use tools, as this may
damage the plastic terminal cap or break the delicate wire
strands and decrease system performace.
Important Note: When making speaker wire
connections, be cartain that none of the strands from one
lead touch any other lead. This will cause a short circuit and
may damage your amplifier or speakers. Damage from
short circuits caused in this manner is not covered by the
product warranty.
Connections may also be made using standard 4mm 0D
banana plugs. Before using a banana-type jack, make
certain that the plastic screw caps on the PA5800/2.1 are
firmly tightened by turning them clockwise until they are
snug against the chassis. This will ensure that the maximum
surface area of the plug is in contact with the jack. Once the
wire has been attached to the banana plug following the
plug manufacture’s instructions, simply insert the banana
plug into the hole provided on the rear of the colored screw
caps on the terminal posts. Be certain to observe proper
polarity.
Finally, run the cables to the speaker locations. It is highly
recommended that the length of cable connecting any pair
of speakers be identical. For example, make certain that the
cable length connecting left and right front or left and right
rear (surround) speaker is identical, even though one
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