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P R O F E S S I O N A L P O W E R A M P L I F I E R
LEVEL A LEVEL B
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Model KQ POWER
P R O F E S S I O N A L P O W E R A M P L I F I E R
LEVEL A LEVEL B
P
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IM
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AL
AL
T/T
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TIV
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N
N
LIP
LIP
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SIG
SIG
AC
PR
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Handcrafted in Italy
P R O F E S S I O N A L P O W E R A M P L I F I E R
LEVEL A LEVEL B
P
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IM
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T/T
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/L
N
N
LIP
LIP
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SIG
SIG
AC
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Handcrafted in Italy
P R O F E S S I O N A L P O W E R A M P L I F I E R
LEVEL A LEVEL B
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IM
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AL
AL
T/T
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TIV
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N
N
LIP
LIP
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SIG
SIG
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Model K9 POWER
Handcrafted in Italy
P R O F E S S I O N A L P O W E R A M P L I F I E R
LEVEL A LEVEL B
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Model K5 POWER
Handcrafted in Italy
USER MANUAL
Important Precautions
This symbol is used 6. Do not use the unit if 12. Do not block fan 17. Do not run the out-
to alert the opera-
tor to follow impor-
the electrical power intake or exhaust put of any amplifier
tant operating pro- cord is frayed or ports. Do not operate channel back into
cedures and precau- broken. The power equipment on a surface another channel's
tions detailed in supply cords should be or in an environment input. Do not paral-
documentation.
routed so that they are which may impede the lel-or series-connect
not likely to be walked normal flow or air an amplifier output
This symbol is used
to warn operators
on or pinched by items around the unit, such as with any other ampli-
that uninsulated placed upon or against a bed, rug, weathersheet, fier output. KIND is
"dangerous volta- them, paying particular carpet, or completely not responsible for
ges" are present attention to cords and enclosed rack. If the unit damage to loudspeakers
within the equip-
ment enclosure that
plugs, convenience is used in an extremely for any reason.
may pose a risk of receptacles, and the dusty or smoky environ-
electric shock. point where they exit ment, the unit should be 18. Do not ground any
from the appliance. periodically "blown free" red ("hot") terminal.
of foreign matter. For connection of "hot"
7. Always operate the terminals to get parallel
1. Save the carton and
unit with the AC 13. Do not remove the high current mode see
packing material
ground wire connec- cover. Removing the appropriate paragraph.
even if the equip-
ted to the electrical cover will expose you to
ment has arrived in
system ground. potentially dangerous 19. Non-use periods. The
good condition.
Precautions should be voltages. There are no power cord of equip-
Should you ever need to
taken so that the means user serviceable parts ment should be unplug-
ship the unit, use only
of grounding of a piece inside. ged from the outlet
the original factor y
of equipment is not when left unusued for a
packing.
defeated. 14. Connecting ampli- long period of time.
fier outputs to oscilli-
2. Read all documenta-
8. Mains voltage must scopes or other test 20. Service information.
tion before operating
be correct and the equipment while the Equipment should be
your equipment.
same as that printed amplifier is in brid- services by qualified ser-
Retain all documenta-
on the rear of the ged mode may damage vice personnel when:
tion for future referen-
unit. Damage caused by both the amplifier and A. The power supply cord
ce.
connection to improper test equipment. or the plug has been
AC voltage is not cove- damaged;
3. Follow all instructions
red by any warranty. 15. Do not drive the inputs B. Objects have fallen, or
printed on unit chas-
with a signal level grea- liquid has been spilled
sis for proper opera-
9. Have gain controls on ter than that required to into the equipment;
tion.
amplifiers turned drive equipment to full C . The equipment has
down during power- output. been exposed to rain;
4. Do not spill water or
up to prevent speaker D. The equipment protect
other liquids into or
damage if there are high 16. Do not connect the LED's remain continuou-
on the unit, or opera-
signal levels at the inputs/outputs of sly illuminates;
te the unit while
inputs. amplifiers or conso- E. The equipment does not
standing in liquid.
les to any other vol- appear to operate nor-
10. Power down & tage source, such as a mally, or exhibits a
5. Make sure power
disconnect units battery, mains source, or marked change in
outlets conform to
from mains voltage power supply, regardless performance;
the power require-
before making con- of whether the amplifier F. The equipment has been
ments listed on the
nections. or console is turned on dropped, or the enclosu-
back of the unit.
or off. re damaged.
11. Do not use the unit
near stoves, heat 21. To obtain service,
registers, radiators, contact your nearest
or other heat produ- KIND Service Center,
cing devices. Distributor, Dealer, or
KIND Audio (Italy).
Disclaimer Esonero
KIND Audio, is not liable for any KIND audio, non è responsabile
damage to speakers, amplifiers, per danni causati dalla negligenza
or any other equipment that is oppure dall’ errata installazione o
caused by negligence or impro- dall’uso improprio di questo
per installation and/or use of the amplificatore modello K verso
K model amplifier. altoparlanti, amplificatori o altro
materiale.
Product Warranty
KIND Audio guarantees the K Garanzia del prodotto
models to be free from defective KIND audio garantisce i modelli
material and/or workmanship for K per un periodo di tre anni
a period of three years (1095 (1095 giorni) da difetti dei mate-
days) from the date of sale, and riali e/o costruzione, sostituirà le
will replace defective parts and parti difettose e riparerà i pro-
repair malfunctioning products dotti malfunzionanti durante
under this warranty when the questo periodo, solo quando il
defect occurs under normal difetto avviene con un uso e una
installation and use--provided the installazione normale.
unit is returned to our factory L’unità deve essere ritornata alla
via prepaid transportation with a nostra fabbrica in porto franco
copy of the proof of purchase, con allegata fattura o scontrino
i.e., sales receipt. This warranty fiscale che ne provi l’acquisto.
provides that examination of the Questa garanzia prevede un
returned products must indicate, esame del prodotto ritornato,
in our judgment, a manufacturing per la verifica di eventuali difetti
defect. This warranty does not di costruzione, il giudizio su que-
extend to any product which has sta materia rimane nostro e
been subjected to misuse , insindacabile.
neglect, accident, improper instal- Questa garanzia non si estende a
lation, or where the date code prodotti che sono stati soggetti
has been removed or defaced. ad un uso sbagliato, negligenza,
incidente, impropria installazione,
oppure dove i dati o i codici
sono stati rimossi o cancellati.
Introduction Introduzione
Congratulations on your purcha- Congratulazioni per il vostro
se of a KIND audio power ampli- acquisto di un'amplificatore di
fier. potenza audio KIND. Noi voglia-
We would like to thank you for mo ringraziarvi per la fiducia che
date a noi e ai nostri prodotti. Il
your confidence in us and our vostro amplificatore é stato
products. costruito a mano in Italia. Tutti i
The power amplifier was hand- componenti sono stati seleziona-
made in Italy. All the components ti. Sebbene l'amplificatore é stato
were selected. Although the progettato per permettere il fun-
amplifier was designed to allow zionamento continuo, l'uso
straightforward and uninterrup- improprio o un'installazione
ted operation, improper handling scorretta potrebbero danneggiar-
lo. Il vostro amplificatore rappre-
or incorrect installation could senta la tecnologia più avanzata
damage the power amplifier.Your nel progetto di un'amplificatore
amplifier represent the latest di potenza. Vi preghiamo leggere
technology in power amplifier questo manuale attentamente
and design. Please read this siccome contiene informazioni
manual carefully as it contains vitali per un utilizzo sicuro del
information vital to the safe ope- vostro amplificatore.
ration of your amplifier.
Disimballaggio
Unpacking Controllate l'imballo in cartone e
il suo contenuto immediatamen-
Check the carton box and its te per vedere se ci sono segni di
contents immediately to see if danneggiamento. Dopo il disim-
there are any sign of damage. ballaggio ispezionate l'amplifica-
Upon unpacking inspect the tore, se verificate qualche danno
amplifier, if you detect any dama- informate lo spedizioniere senza
ge inform the forwarding agent ritardo e chiedete che il danno
without delay and ask for the venga documentato. I reclami allo
damage to be documentate . spedizioniere possono essere
fatti solamente dal destinatario.
Claims can only be made against Assicuratevi di conservare l'im-
the forwarder agent by the con- ballo completo per l'ispezione
signee. Be sure to save the car- dello spedizioniere. E' buona idea
ton and all packaging materials conservare l'imballo completo
for the carrier's inspection. anche se l'amplificatore arriva in
It's good idea to save the carton condizioni ottimali, potreste
and packing material even if the averne bisogno per rispedirlo a
amplifier has arrived in good KIND o a uno dei suoi Centri
Assistenza. Usate solamente l'im-
condition. Should you ever need ballo originale, sraà il miglior
to ship the unit back to KIND, or modo per salvaguardare l'appa-
one of its Service Center. recchiatura dalla noncuranza
Using only the original factory degli spedizionieri.
packaging will be the best way to
save the unit from carrier negli-
gence. Installazione/Montaggio
Tutti i modelli di amplificatori K
sono 3 unità, possono essere
Installation/Mounting montati in un rack 19" standard,
All K models amplifiers are 3- sono previsti 4 fori sul pannello
frontale per il montaggio. Per
rack space units that can mount avere un fissaggio ottimale ,
in a standard 19" rack. Four front importante nei sistemi mobili,
panel mounting holes are provi- supporti addizionali sono presen-
ded. Rear mounting ears give ti sul retro.
additional support especially L’unità non dovrebbe essere instal-
important in mobile sound lata in posti con:
systems. •Temperatura in ambiente trop-
The unit should not to be installed po alta, troppa polvere o eccessi-
va umidità;
in a location with: •L’uscita di macchine del fumo
•Too high ambient temperatures, orientata nell’area d’ingresso
dust build-up or excessive humi- della ventola sul retro dell’ampli-
dity; ficatore;
•Fog machines output’s oriented •Ventilatori di scarico e simili
to the fan’s input area of the unità vicino all’area d’ingresso
amplifier; della ventola sul retro dell’ampli-
•Exhaust air ventilators and simi- ficatore;
•Con vibrazioni permanenti;
lar units near the fan's input area •Con eccessiva induzione dovuta
at the rear of the amplifier; al campo magnetico di trasfor-
•With permanent vibrations; matori e trasmettitori;
•With excessive induction or
magnetic fields due to tranfor-
mers and transmitters;
Front Panel
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
P R O F E S S I O N A L P O W E R A M P L I F I E R
133mm 57mm
LEVEL A LEVEL B
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Handcrafted in Italy
483mm
Rear Panel
16 10 11 12 13 14 15
KIND Audio
Galliate (NO), Italy
Made in E.U.
Model:K18
OUTPUT 1 Output PWR per CH/Imp: 800/4
CHANNEL A 230VAC 50/60Hz 8A SERIAL
PIN 1 + Pos
PIN 1 - Gnd
CHANNEL B
CAUTION: PIN 2 + Pos
PIN 2 - Gnd
replace fuse only
with correct type
WARNING:
and rating 28066 Galliate (NO) Italy
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
MADE IN ITALY - EC
shock do not expose equipment to
AC 230V rain or moisture, do not remove cover,
AC 115V no use serviceable parts inside, refer
S.N. servicing to qualified service personnel.
T 4A BRIDGE OUTPUT See operating manual before using.
133mm T 5A PIN 1 + Pos
PIN 1 - Gnd LIMITER INPUTS
INPUT CONN:
T 6.3A
T 8A XLR Pin 2 +
TRS Tip +
OUT STEREO BRIDGE MODE:
T A IN B BRIDGE A use A input
OUTPUT 2
CHANNEL B
AC SUPPLY PIN 1 + Pos
PIN 1 - Gnd
W CHANNEL A
PIN 2 + Pos
PIN 2 - Gnd
440mm
Side View 8
57mm
44mm 453mm
9. Pulsante di accensione
Usatelo per accendere l'amplifi-
catore. Un sistema di soft-start
limita l'assorbimento del trasfor-
matore toroidale.
Operation Utilizzo
Connecting Power and Connessione alla rete e
Circuit size requirements assorbimento
Amplifier’s power requirement L’assorbimento dell’amplificatore
are rated at 40% Duty Cycle è stimato con 40% Duty Cycle
("severe" music condition). The ("severa" condizione musicale).
maximum power current draw L'assorbimento massimo di cor-
rating is limited only by the inter- rente é limitato solamente trami-
nal fuses. Consult the specifica- te i fusibili interni. Consultate le
tion at the end of this manual for specifiche alla fine di questo
the power to each amplifier will manuale per la potenza che
demand. Mains voltage must also occorrerà all'amplificatore. Il vol-
be correct and the same as that taggio deve corrispondere a
printed on the rear of the ampli- quello stampato sul retro del-
fier. Damage caused by connec- l'amplificatore. Danni causati da
ting the amplifier to improper una connessione a un voltaggio
AC voltage is not covered by any improprio non sono coperti da
warranty. Note: always switch off nessuna garanzia. Note: spegnete
and disconnect the amplifier sempre e disconnettete l'amplifi-
from mains voltage before catore dall'alimentazione prima
making audio connections, and as di fare connessioni audio, e come
an extra precautions, have the extra precauzione tenete gli atte-
attenuators turned down during nuatori al minimo durante l'ac-
power-up. censione.
OUTPUT 1
CHANNEL A
PIN 1 + Pos
PIN 1 - Gnd
CHANNEL B
CAUTION: PIN 2 + Pos
PIN 2 - Gnd
replace fuse only
with correct type
and rating
AC 230V
AC 115V
T 4A
BRIDGE OUTPUT
T 5A PIN 1 + Pos
T 6.3A PIN 1 - Gnd
T 8A
T A
OUTPUT 2
CHANNEL B
AC SUPPLY PIN 1 + Pos
W PIN 1 - Gnd
CHANNEL A
PIN 2 + Pos
PIN 2 - Gnd
LIMITER INPUTS
INPUT CONN:
XLR Pin 2 +
TRS Tip +
OUT STEREO BRIDGE MODE:
IN B BRIDGE A use A input
1. Stereo Mode
Female Male
1 2 2 1
3 3
= Unbalanced
- + + -
OUTPUT 1
CHANNEL A
PIN 1 + Pos
PIN 1 - Gnd
CHANNEL B
CAUTION: PIN 2 + Pos
PIN 2 - Gnd
replace fuse only
with correct type
and rating
AC 230V
AC 115V
T 4A
BRIDGE OUTPUT
T 5A PIN 1 + Pos
T 6.3A PIN 1 - Gnd
T 8A
T A
OUTPUT 2
CHANNEL B
AC SUPPLY PIN 1 + Pos
PIN 1 - Gnd
W
CHANNEL A
PIN 2 + Pos
PIN 2 - Gnd
LIMITER
OUT
INPUTS
STEREO
INPUT CONN:
XLR Pin 2 +
TRS Tip +
2. Bridged Mono Mode
BRIDGE MODE:
IN B BRIDGE A use A input
Male
2 1
= Unbalanced
+ -
OUTPUT 1
CHANNEL A
PIN 1 + Pos
PIN 1 - Gnd
CHANNEL B
CAUTION: PIN 2 + Pos
PIN 2 - Gnd
replace fuse only
with correct type
and rating
AC 230V
AC 115V
T 4A
BRIDGE OUTPUT
T 5A PIN 1 + Pos
T 6.3A PIN 1 - Gnd
T 8A
T A
OUTPUT 2
AC SUPPLY
W
CHANNEL B
PIN 1 + Pos
PIN 1 - Gnd
CHANNEL A
PIN 2 + Pos
KQ
Output Mode
PIN 2 - Gnd
BRIDGE OUTPUT
CHANNEL A/B
PIN 1 + Pos
PIN 1 - Gnd
CHANNEL C/D
PIN 2 + Pos
PIN 2 - Gnd
OUTPUT 2
CHANNEL C
PIN 1 + Pos
PIN 1 - Gnd
CHANNEL D
PIN 2 + Pos
PIN 2 - Gnd
OUTPUT 1
CHANNEL A
PIN 1 + Pos
PIN 1 - Gnd
CHANNEL B
CAUTION: PIN 2 + Pos
PIN 2 - Gnd
replace fuse only
with correct type
and rating 1+
AC 230V
AC 115V
T 4A 2-
BRIDGE OUTPUT 1-
T 5A PIN 1 + Pos
T 6.3A PIN 1 - Gnd
T 8A
2+
T A
OUTPUT 2
CHANNEL B
AC SUPPLY PIN 1 + Pos
PIN 1 - Gnd
W
CHANNEL A
PIN 2 + Pos
PIN 2 - Gnd
S.N.
LIMITER INPUTS
no use serviceable parts inside, refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
See operating manual before using.
INPUT CONN:
4. Parallel Mono Mode
XLR Pin 2 +
TRS Tip +
OUT STEREO BRIDGE MODE:
IN B BRIDGE A use A input
K5 K9 K12 K18 KQ
Power output per channel RMS 180W / 8Ω 300W / 8Ω 400W / 8Ω 500W / 8Ω 4x250W / 8Ω
1KHz (1% THD) both channels driven 250W / 4Ω 450W / 4Ω 600W / 4Ω 800W / 4Ω 4x400W / 4Ω
350W / 2Ω 550W / 2Ω 750W / 2Ω 1000W / 2Ω
500W / 8Ω 900W / 8Ω 1200W / 8Ω 1600W / 8Ω 2x800W / 8Ω
Bridge MONO
700W / 4Ω 1100W / 4Ω 1400W / 4Ω 2000W / 4Ω
Input sensitivity (unbalanced) +4dB (1.2V) input for full output power into a 4Ω load.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio Greather than -96dB ref. full output power, 20Hz to 20 KHz.
Input connectors Balanced: XLR 3-31 male and female (Pin 2 Hot) per channel.
Output connectors n 2 SPEAKON output with both channels wired (bi-wiring) and n 1 central SPEAKON for bridge mono output
Electronic protection against output short, open circuit and load mismatch condition.
General protection Thermal protection against heatsink over temperature (inadequate ventilation), automatic re-set.
Relays controlled delayed turn-on, load protection and prevents inrush current surges.
Cooling Single fan and single tunnel; fan on the rear with electronic variable speed (front exhausting)
KIND is a trademark of
AUDIO & AUDIO GROUP S.r.l.
Via Montello, 19 - I-28066 Galliate (NO) ITALY
Tel. +39 0321/865271 - Fax +39 0321/861674
e-mail: info@kindaudio.com
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In line with development policy specifications may change without future notice.
We made our best to guarantee the information accuracy included on this publication, the AUDIO & AUDIO GROUP don’t undertake responsibility for mistakes or impresions.
V 1.2 © 2000 AUDIO & AUDIO GROUP S.r.l.All rights reserved. Printed in Italy 02/00.