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IR
Cinénova IR16
8-ZONES MULTI-SOURCE
IR DRIVEN AMPLIFIER
USER’S MANUAL
Earthquake Sound Corporation
2727 McCone Avenue. Hayward, CA 94545
Phone: 510-732-1000
Fax: 510-732-1095
www.earthquakesound.com
Sound That Will Move You.
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Cinénova-IR16 Power Amplifier Table of Content Getting Started Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Basic Operations Front & Rear Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Front Panel Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Earthquake Sound Safety Instructions Safety First This documentation contains general safety, installation, and operating instructions for the Cinénova-IR16 Amplifiers. It is important to read this users’ manual before attempting to use these products. Pay particular attention to the safety instructions. Symbols Explained: Appears on the component to indicate the presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage inside the enclosure – voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock. Cal
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Cinénova-IR16 Power Amplifier Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions in their entirety. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the pint 2) Store this manual and packaging in a safe place. where they exit from the apparatus. 3) Heed all warnings. 11) Only use attachments & accessories specified by the manufacturer. 4) Follow instructions (do not take sh
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Earthquake Sound Introduction About Cinénova-IR16 The Cinénova-IR16 is the second generation in multi-zone that Earthquake has produced. Thanks to the feedbacks received from custom home installers worldwide, we have managed present you with a truly powerful yet audiophile multi-zone amplifier with the following features: ! Bridgeable output ! Zone IR control with digital pad in each zone (included) ! Décor friendly keypad ! Four (4) built-in IR repeaters ! Rear gain control limiter which limit
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Cinénova-IR16 Power Amplifier Unpacking Connection tips Unpacking system components ! Keep the original carton and packing materials for future ! It is recommended that the Cinénova-IR16 and the source shipment or storage. equipment be plugged into a dedicated 20-amp circuit with an isolated ground. ! Check for any visual signs of damage. If you encounter any concealed damage, consult your Earthquake Sound dealer ! Disconnect all live power cords before making connections to the before
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Earthquake Sound Front & Rear Panel Overview 19” (482.6mm) 13 9 5 1 14 10 6 2 15 11 7 3 Cinénova 16 12 8 4 16 IR C to C 18.375” (466.5mm) 17” (431mm) L R L L R L R R L R L R L L L L R R R R SPEAKER OUTPUT L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R FUSE 110-120VAC-60Hz M M M M M M M M 220-240VAC-50Hz 8 6.876” (174.5mm) 6.71” (170.5mm) 4” (101.5mm)
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Cinénova-IR16 Power Amplifier Front Panel Map Front Panel 13 9 5 1 14 10 6 2 15 11 7 3 Cinénova 16 12 8 4 16 IR 3 1 2 1 Power/Standby Switch This red colored LED indicates whether the amplifier is ON or OFF. When the amplifier is ON, this LED will be lit. Note: When using the rear 12V DC Trigger (page 11 - feature 11), this front switch must be turned OFF. 2 Front Panel Power LED This LED reflects the power status of the whole amplifier. Amplifier will not have any output unless this LED is ON.
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Earthquake Sound Rear Panel Map - LOCAL 1 Level Controls This feature adjusts the maximum desired output of the associated zone to prevent overpowering of small speakers. 1V Note: This knob is by-passed when its zone selector switch(feature 2) is set to BUS. 1 LEVEL 3V 0.2V 2 LOCAL/BUS Switch It switches the audio source between LOCAL and common BUS. In LOCAL mode, the zone acts independently from the rest of system by only amplifying the information fed through the associated RCA inputs. In B
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Cinénova-IR16 Power Amplifier Rear Panel Map - BUS 8 Common BUS Level Controller This potentiometer controls the output level on all individual amplifiers that are switched to BUS mode. It also acts as a volume limiter to protect the speakers and amplifier itself. 1V 9 Common BUS Audio RCA Input LEVEL 8 This pair of RCA drives a stereo signal into all zones that are switched to BUS mode. It allows one (1) source to 3V 0.2V control as many as 8 zones’ audio out. BUS 9 10 RCA Line Out This all
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Earthquake Sound Keypad & Remote Map 1 LED Status This red colored LED indicates whether the amplifier is ON or OFF. When the amplifier is ON, this LED will be lit. 2 Volume Up/Down This allows you to manually control the volume level up or down. The volume increases and decreases at the 1 same rate. Note: This amplifier will hold the user defined volume setting for up to 3 hours from the last shut down. Otherwise, the amplifier will start with volume position set to minimum to prevent undesir
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Cinénova-IR16 Power Amplifier Special Features Special Features Eight individual power supplies: Rack mountable: The Cinénova-IR16 is designed with 8 individual power supplies(bifilar) for power isolation, accuracy and better channel This amplifier is designed to conveniently mount in commonly separation. used racks. Peak LED indicators: 110V AC and 220V AC selectable: The Cinénova-IR16 is equipped with 16 LED indicators on the The Cinénova-IR16 is factory preset to 110-120VAC. However, fro
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Earthquake Sound Features Explained L R L R L R L R L R L R L L L L R R R R SPEAKER OUTPUT L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R FUSE 110-120VAC-60Hz M M M M M M M M 220-240VAC-50Hz Amplifier section Explained BUS section Explained Rear Gain Control Limiter (RGCL) It controls the front pad maximum output power from over Bus Control Limiter (BCL) powering small speakers. The module RGCL will limit the It controls the front pad maximum output power output only when the RCA input selection is set to M
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IR Cinénova-IR16 Power Amplifier IR Wiring Configuration Sample The Cinénova 16 IR allows you to connect several sources to the input stage of the amplfier. It also allows you to aim the remote at the zone pad and use the source remote control. As you aim the remote to the pad, the IR signal is transmitted from the pad to the amplifier and thereafter amplified. There are four repeaters on the back of the amplifier that can be connected to the source IR sensor. Once connected, the user can con
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Earthquake Sound Recommended Configuration L R L L L L L R R R R L R L R L L R R R SPEAKER OUTPUT L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R FUSE 110-120VAC-60Hz M M M M M M M M 220-240VAC-50Hz 150 Watts RMS/Per Channel 75 Watts RMS/Per Channel 1-High Power Zones Background room(s) MONO/Bridged 6-Zones STEREO 16
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Cinénova-IR16 Power Amplifier Specifications SPECIFICATIONS • Number of channels 16 Channels • Dimensions Face plate (W x D x H): 19” (482.6mm) x 0.47” (12mm) x 6.87” (174.5mm) • Power rating per channel Mounting (W x H): 18.37” (466.5mm) x 4” (101.5mm) (4-Ohm stereo), all channels driven: 75 Watts RMS Chassis (W x D x H): 16.65” (423mm) x 17” (405mm) x 6.71” (170.5mm) (4-Ohm bridged), 8 channels: 150 Watts RMS 50 Watts RMS (8-Ohm stereo), all channels driven: W (8-Ohm bridged), 8
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Earthquake Sound Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Maintenance The following routine maintenance should be performed on a periodic Humming noise from speakers. basis: Often humming noise is emanating from equipments that ? Clean the exterior surfaces of the unit with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. have their ground prong broken. ? Do not use alcohol, benzene, acetone-based cleaners, or strong commercial cleaners. a) With the amplifier OFF, unplug all RCAs connected to the ? Do
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Cinénova-IR16 Power Amplifier Product Warranty Five (5) year limited warranty Earthquake warrants the original purchaser that all Factory Sealed New Audio surround & dust cap, burnt speaker voice coil. Products to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal • Fading and or deterioration of speaker components & finish due to and proper use for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase (as shown improper exposure to elements. on the original bill of sale with
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Sound That Will Move You. Earthquake Sound reserves the right to amend details of the specifications without notice Copyright © Earthquake Sound Corporation Earthquake Sound Corporation | 2727 McCone Avenue. Hayward, CA 94545 | Phone: 510-732-1000 Fax: 510-732-1095
