Harman Kardon CITATION 5.1 Manuale Utente

5.1 Amplifier Owner's Manual

If this is the only remote controlled amplifier in the system, no further connectionsare needed. If multiple remote controlled amplifiers are used, conn

Channel ConfigurationsThe Citation 5.1 may be used in a variety of configurations. Consult your dealer or installer for advice on which may be best for

System ConnectionsNote: When making connections between any source components or proces-sors or preamplifiers and the Citation 5.1, or when making any

Input and Bridging ConnectionsThe RCA jacks and bridging switches on the unit’s rear panel are used to connectyour surround processor or preamplifier t

Four-Channel Operation:Using high quality interconnect cables, connect one output of your processor to anamplifier input channel. There is no special p

To bridge the two channels, put the switch between the two input connectors inthe “Bridged” position with the toggle switch pointing down. In this con

For two-channel use, make certain that BOTH bridging switches are engaged byswitching them down, to the “bridged” position. In the bridged mode, the c

Speaker Wire Preparation and ConnectionOnce the proper hookup has been selected using the previous section, make thephysical connection using the foll

icons next to each pair of terminal posts will guide you to the correct connections.When the connections are made, twist the cap back so that the conn

OperationOperation of the Citation 5.1 is simple. There are no controls to adjust once theinstallation is complete. After all connections have been ma

For Automatic Operation:Make certain that all connections to the Citation Controller or Processor, and toany other Citation power amplifiers in the sys

Input/Output ProtectionUnder some conditions, such as a shorted speaker wire, DC voltage on an inputconnection or thermal overload, the Citation 5.1 w

SpecificationsPower Output: 4 x 100 watts @ 8 ohms, 4 x 175 watts @ 4 ohms2 x 100 watts + 1 x 300 watts @ 8 ohms,2 x 300 watts @ 8 ohms bridgedFTC: 20

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Madrigal Audio Laboratories2081 South Main Street, P.O. Box 871Middletown, CT 06457 USATelephone: 860.346.0896Fax: 860.346.1540Part No. CIT5.1OM

Table of ContentsImportant Safety Information ...4Introduction...

Important Safety InformationVerify Line Voltage Before UseYour new Citation 5.1 amplifier has been factory configured for a specific line volt-age: 110-1

Installation Location• To assure proper operation, and to avoid the potential for safety hazards, place theunit on a firm and level surface. When placi

IntroductionCongratulations! As the owner of a Citation 5.1 Multi Channel PowerAmplifier, you have at your command a unique product. The Citation 5.1 h

• Massive heat sinks for silent convection cooling• High current power supply design with massive torrodial transformer• Quad mono power supply• New,

Rear Panel Connections8REMOTEREMOTETURN ONDCINONOFFMANUALTURN ONDC OUT+–+–+–CH 1 INPUT(BRIDGED INPUT)BRIDGEDMODECH 2 INPUT(NOT USED INBRIDGED MODE)NOR

Power Control ConnectionsThe Citation 5.1 amplifier features a built-in system that will automatically turn on the amplifier when another device in the