ELECTRONIC CROSSOVER NETWORK

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SL

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 CONTENTS

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Operational Procedure .. . . . . . . . ... . . . 11

Multi-Amplifier Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4-Way Amplifier Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connection Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 3-Way Amplifier Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2-Way Amplifier Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Characteristics Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Front Panel Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Specifications . . . . . . . . .. . . ... . .. . . . . 16
Before Operating The D-23 . . . . . .. . . .. 10

FEATURES
Low Noise Filters with Low Insertion Loss basic frequencies. This permits the user to select just the

The D-23 employs only high performance filter circuits right crossover frequencies to get the best results from the

comprised of high quality capacitor, resistor, and pair speakers employed. Moreover in combination with the

transistor-equipped SEPP circuits. For the 6dB/oct and slope switches, the user is able to compensate for any dip or

12dB/oct slopes, 1-stage and 2-stage RC-type passive filters peak occurring at the crossover frequencies, these usually

are employed. The 18dB/oct slope is obtained by means of being due to the acoustical characteristics of the room and
the characteristics of the speaker combination.
a 12dB/oct active filter (with excellent cut-off characteris­
tics) combined with a 1-stage 6dB/oct RC-type passive 3-Way Slope Switches
filter. In the selection of crossover frequencies, the use
The slopes at the cut-off frequencies in each frequency
of specially designed high-precision variable resistors
range may be set to 6, 12, or 18dB/oct. Besides selecting
permit very accurate adjustments for every 1/3 of an
the most suitable crossover frequencies to match the
octave. Furthermore, use of only high quality components
acoustical characteristics of the room and speakers, the user
throughout has resulted in improved stereo separation.
can also adjust the slope to gain optimum continuity of

Low Distortion Buffer Amplifier sound from one frequency range to another.
Furthermore, the slope controls in the LOW, MID-LOW,
The D-23 has pair transistor-equipped SEPP circuits at both
and MID-HIGH ranges also include a FLAT position which
input and output stages. Signals from the preamplifier are
permits the D-23 unit to be connected up in various com­
thus sufficiently amplified before being applied to filters of
each frequency range. Consequently, input impedance and binations of 3-way and 2-way multi-amplifier systems,

dynamic range are increased, thus preventing any adverse depending on the number and type of speakers available.

effects on the low-impedance connected filter elements in Independent Level Controls for Each Frequency
the following stages. In addition, the SEPP circuits also Range
eliminate distortion caused by the 2nd and other even
The D-23 is equipped with independent level controls for
harmonics.Resultant distortion is very low indeed.
separate left (L) and right (R) channel level adjustments in
all 4 frequency ranges (i.e., LOW, MID-LOW, MID-HIGH,
Effective Selection of Crossover Frequency by
and HIGH). Individual level adjustments can thus be made
6 Independent Switches
in order to match room characteristics, and the efficiencies
The D-23 features 11 different selectable crossover fre­
of the power amplifiers and speakers. All level controls
quencies between the low and low mid-range frequency
also have memory markers to assist in level comparison
regions, ranging from 63Hz to 630Hz, each increasing in
testing and fine adjustments.
steps of 1/3 of an octave. Similarly, the low mid-range to
high mid-range, and the high mid-range to high frequency Functional Beauty Plus Impressive Design
"joints" also have 11 different crossover frequencies The D-23 also features a very impressive front panel design
between 320Hz and 3.2kHz, and 1.6kHz and 16kHz, with easy-to-operate controls laid out in a very functional
respectively. Furthermore, since it is possible to select fashion. Combination with other Pionner components
frequencies with the controls in each frequency range, it is means uniformity among all components, giving audio
also possible to set crossover frequencies apart from the 11 enthusiasts an outstanding multi-amplifier system.
MULTI-AMPLIFIER SYSTEMS
In order to faithfully reproduce any program 2-WAY MULTI-AMPLIFIER SYSTEMS (Fig. 3)
source with true high fidelity, the audio reproduc­ A 2-way system employs 2 stereo power amplifiers,
tion equipment must have negligible distortion, a pair of woofers (for low to mid-range frequency),
a large dynamic range, and a wide frequency and a pair of tweeters (for mid-to high range fre­
response. Rather than depending on one amplifier quency).
to reproduce the whole frequency spectrum, divid­
ing the frequencies up into distinct ranges, and
using independent, w ell balanced, speakers for each
frequency range, makes it possible to reproduce a
m uch more stable sound. Stereo power amplifier
Stereo
preamplifier Tweeter
4-WAY MULTI-AMPLIFIER SYSTEMS (Fig. 1)
A 4-way system consists of 4 independent stereo
Woofer
power amplifiers, and 4 pairs of speakers (2
woofers, 2 low mid-range speakers, 2 high mid­
range speakers, and 2 tweeters). 1. For high range frequency
2. For low range frequency

Fig. 3

Stereo power amplifier

Tweeter
Stereo
preamplifier High
mid-range
speaker Systems Employing Pre-main, or Integrated
Low
mid-range
Amplifiers (Fig. 4)
speaker
It is also possible to build a multi-amplifiers system
Woofer
employing a pre-main or integrated amplifier if it
has provision for independent use of its preampli­
1. For high range frequency fier and power amplifier functions.
2. For high to mid-range frequency
3. For mid- to low range frequency
4. For I ow range frequency

Fig. 1
Stereo power amplifier

Tweeter

Mid-range
3-WAY MULTI-AMPLIFIER SYSTEMS (Fig. 2) speaker

A 3-way system requires 3 independent stereo Woofer

power amplifiers and 3 pairs of speakers (2

woofers, 2 mid-range speakers, and 2 tweeters).
1. For high range frequency
2. For mid-range frequency
3. Premain amplifier (or integrated amplifier)
for low range frequency
Stereo power amplifier
Stereo Tweeter
preamplifier Fig. 4
Mid-range
speaker

Woofer

1. For high range frequency

2. For mid-range frequency
3. For low range frequency
Note: These diagrams show left channel (or right channel)
Fig. 2 only.
CONNECTION DIAGRAM

  
     
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CONNECTIONS PRECAUTIONS
CONNECTION TO THE PREAMPLIFIER UNIT • Check that all connections are firm and safe.
1. Connect the INPUT terminals of D-23 to the Loose connections may result in loss of sound,
OUTPUT terminals of the preamplifier (see generation of noise, or damage to the speakers.
Fig. 5), making sure that left (L) and right (R) • When connecting to the speakers, make doubly
channels are connected correctly. In the D-23, sure that the speaker's reproduction frequency
all upper row terminals are for left channel, and range corresponds to the correct output terminal
all lower row terminals are for right. on the rear panel of the D-23. Incorrect connec­
2. Connect the D-23 power supply cord to the tions could result in damaged speakers.
switched AC outlet on the rear panel of the • Besides left and right channels, the power ampli­
preamplifier. fiers and the speakers also require correct
Turn D-23's power switch ON. All consequent connection of the plus (+) and minus(-) polar­
turning ON and OFF of the preamplifier power ities.
supply switch will thus automatically switch
NOTE:
D-23 ON and OFF. Depending upon SLOPE selection, connection of oppos­
ing polarities can sometimes improve results. For details,
CONNECTIONS TO POWER AMPLIFIER UNITS
see page 8.
1. Connect each of the OUTPUT terminals (HIGH,
MID-HIGH, MID-LOW, and LOW) on the rear • Always wait until all connections have been
panel of D-23 to the INPUT terminals of the properly checked before turning the power
respective stereo power amplifiers (see Fig. 5). supply ON.
Be sure that left and right channels are con­ • In order to protect the speakers against possible
nected correctly. rupture due to unexpected noise or extraneous
2. Now connect the power supply cord of each frequencies beyond the speaker's range it is
power amplifier unit to any power socket recommended that a capacitor be inserted be­
(including the AC outlets on the rear panel of tween the power amplifier and speaker ter­
the preamplifier) whose power output capacity minals. For further details, see the section on
exceeds the maximum power consumption of "Protective capacitors for speakers" on page 10.
the power amplifier. • It is also recommended that phase differences
between input and output terminals of the
stereo power amplifiers be checked prior to
connecting to the D-23.

Stereo preamp I ifier

INPUT OUTPUT
HIGH MID-HIGH MID-LOW LOW
GND
L L

R R

Stereo
power
amplifiers

Left Right Left Right Left Right Left Right

Tweeters Mid-high speakers Mid-low speakers Woofers Fig. 5
FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
POWER SWITCH (WITH PILOT LAMP) FREQUENCY SELECTOR CONTROLS
The push ON power switch incorporates a built-in muting (See below}
circuit to suppress the generation of any noise during the
switching action. Consequently, no sound will be heard
during the first few seconds after turning the power ON.

LOW MID-LOW MID-HIGH HIGH

200 200 1k 1k 5k 5k
160 250 160 250 800 125k 800 125k 4k 6.3k 4k 6.3k

125 320 125 320 630 16k 630 16k 3.2k 8k 3.2k 8k

100 400 100 400 500 2k 500 2k 2.5k 10k 2.5k 10k

80 500 80 500 400 2.5k 400 2.5k 2k 12.5k 2k 12.5k

63 630 63 630 320 3.2k 320 3.2k 1.6k 16k 1.6k 16k
Hz Hz Hz Hz Hz Hz

CROSSOVER CROSSOVER CROSSOVER

16 14 16 14 16 14 16 14
18 12 18 12 18 12 18 12
20 10 20 10 20 10 20 10
22 8 22 8 22 8 22 8

24 6 24 6 24 6 24 6

26 4 26 4 26 4 26 4
28 2 28 2 28 2 28 2
30 FLAT FLAT 30 FLAT FLAT 30 FLAT 30
0 0 0 0
dB 6 6 dB 6 6 dB 6 6 dB

LEVEL L LEVEL L LEVEL L LEVEL L

12 12 12 12 12 12
R R R R
18 18 18 18 18 18
dB /oct dB /oct dB /oct
ON
SLOPE SLOPE SLOPE
POWER OFF

ELECTRONIC CROSSOVER NETWORK D-23

LEVEL CONTROLS MEMORY MARKERS

(LOW, MID-LOW, MID-HIGH, HIGH) These markers will prove very useful in marking pre­
These controls are for adjusting output levels of each selected levels for comparison purposes and other fine

frequency range. Left and right channels are adjusted adjustments.

independently.
SLOPE SELECTOR CONTROLS (See below)

FREQUENCY SELECTOR AND SLOPE SELECTOR CONTROLS � --�----�,-,------·-----·

Crossover frequencies between each frequency range are MID-HIGH HP: Control for selection of slope and cut­
determined by the cut-off frequencies in each range and off frequency at lower limit of mid-to
the selected slope for each of these frequencies. Cut-off high range frequency (MID-HIGH). (See
frequencies are selected by the frequency selector controls Fig. D).
along the top row, while slope characteristics are selected MID-HIGH LP: Control for selection of slope and cut­
by the slope selector controls along the bottom row. But off frequency at upper limit of mid-to
if any slope selector control is set to FLAT, the cut-off high range frequency (MID-HIGH). (See
frequency selected by the corresponding frequency selec­ Fig. E).
tor control will become irrelevant, resulting in a flat HIGH HP: Control for selection of slope and cut­
frequency response across all frequency ranges. off frequency at lower limit of high
LOW LP*: Control for selection of slope and cut­ range frequency (HIGH). (See Fig. F).
off frequency at upper limit of low Note that this slope selector control has
range frequency (LOW). (See Fig. A). no FLAT position.
MID-LOW HP*: Control for selection of slope and cut­ *LP: Low-pass filter
off frequency at lower limit of low to HP: High-pass filter
mid-range frequency (MID-LOW). (See
Fig. B). NOTE:
If the tweeter and mid-range speakers receive signals
MID-LOW LP: Control for selection of slope and cut­
whose frequencies are below their respective lower
off frequency at upper limit of low to
limits, rupture of those speakers may result. Therefore,
mid-range frequency (MID-LOW). (See be especially careful when switching the slope selector
Fig. C). controls, particularly when selecting the FLAT position.
 LOW LP CUT-OFF FREQUENCY
63�630Hz
Theoretically, the cut-off frequency is the point at the

LOW MID-LOW MID-HIGH HIGH

start of the two finely drawn lines in Fig. G.
In the D-23, the actual characteristics are shown by the
dotted line (Fig. H) and the broken line (Fig. G). So the
cut-off frequency corresponds to -3dB when the slope
Fig. A
selector is set to -6, or -18dB/oct, and -6dB when it is
set to -12dB/oct.

MID-LOW HP
SLOPE
63-630Hz
Slope refers to the amount of attenuation in the fre­
quency response curve per octave (1 octave corresponds
LOW MID-LOW MID-HIGH HIGH
to a doubling, or halving of the frequency).

Fig. B

MID-LOW LP
320Hz-3.2kHz

LOW MID-LOW MID-HIGH HIGH

Fig. C

MID-HIGH HP
320-Hz-3.2kHz

LOW MID-LOW MID-HIGH HIGH

Fig. G

Fig. D

MID-HIGH LP
I.Sk� 16kHz

LOW MID-LOW MID-HIGH HIGH

Fig. E

HIGH HP
1.6k�l6kHz
Fig. H

LOW MID-LOW MID-HIGH HIGH

Fig. F
BEFORE OPERATING THE D-23
CROSSOVER FREQUENCIES Precautions in Selecting Slopes
Crossover frequency is the frequency where the If 2kHz is chosen as the crossover frequency for a
frequency responses of each speaker cross each tweeter whose cut-off frequency is also around
other, as shown in Fig. 6. 2kHz (see Fig. 10), selection of the 6dB/oct slope
The D-23 Electronic Crossover unit employs a large will mean that the tweeter will be liable to receive
number of low-pass and high-pass filters to cut-off signals of frequencies which it is not able to handle
certain frequencies. If the same cut-off frequencies properly (indicated by shaded area). This will
for the low and high frequency sides are selected result in loss of tonal quality, or in extreme cases,
by the frequency selector controls, the crossover damage to the tweeter itself.
frequency will be at a point -3dB below the flat In general, when the crossover frequency is close to
portion of the frequency response curve (or -· 6dB the speaker's upper (or lower) limit of the repro­
below when the slope selector is set to 12dB/oct). duction frequency range (Fig. 9), the selected
(See Fig. 7). slopes should be either 18dB, or 12dB.
It is possible, however, to select the wrong cross­ Fig. 11 is an example of suitable woofer cut-off
over frequency (see Fig. 8), due to the acoustical frequencies for different slopes.
peculiarities of the listening room, and the type
PHASE
of speakers used. In selecting proper crossover
frequencies, the following points should be kept When changes in phase occur in the vicinity of the

in mind. crossover frequency, as shown in Fig. 12, the

• All speakers have a reproduction frequency "joining" of the sound between adjacent frequency

range (see Fig. 9) which is described in the ranges deteriorates, resulting in an unnatural sound

speaker's technical specifications. This will reproduction.

include crossover or cut-off frequencies. These In such a case, reverse the polarities of the connec­

specifications, however, usually quote the upper tions between the power amplifier and the speakers
in either of the frequency ranges, and then listen
or lower limits. So when considering slope selec­
tions, it is advisable to select cut-off frequencies again. In many cases, a definite improvement will

somewhat higher than the rated frequency for be heard.

tweeters (see Fig. 10), and frequencies some­ • "Reverse the polarities" means connecting the

what lower for woofers (see Fig. 11). negative speaker terminal to the positive output
terminal of the power amplifier, and positive
• The selected crossover frequency should avoid
speaker terminal to the negative output termi­
any peaks or dips in the frequency response
curves of either speaker. Fig. 12 shows a poorly nal, or vice versa.

chosen crossover frequency which will have an Phase can also be altered by the acoustical charac­
teristics of the room, and the type of speakers
adverse effect on the quality of sound.
used in the combination. Therefore, it is strongly
SLOPES suggested that speaker polarities be changed over in
As can be seen in Fig. 6, when the frequencies of order to find the most natural tonal quality. Phase
two speakers are added together, there is a tend­ matching can also be improved by changing slopes,
ency for a dip, or a peak to appear on the overall so it is also advisable to try out different slope
frequency response curve in the vicinity of the settings as well.
crossover frequency. Fig. 8 shows, however, that
NOTE:
changing of both cut-off frequencies and slope
Again, phase may be inverted by the stereo power ampli­
characteristics can improve the bridging of the fiers used in the multi-amplifier system. If so, try changing
sounds from the two speakers. After first taking speaker polarities in this case too.
note of the frequency characteristics of the
speakers employed, testing with different slopes
will enable the selection of the most appropriate
slope position.
 Fig. 10
Fig. 6

Fig. 7

Fig. 11

Fig. 8

Fig. 12

Fig. 9
PROTECTIVE CAPACITORS FOR SPEAKERS LEVEL ADJUSTMENTS
If the tweeter, or mid-range speaker, is mistakenly Since the output sound pressure levels in most
connected to the power amplifier for low fre­ ordinary speaker combinations are not the same, it
quency range, or if noise is suddenly generated by will be necessary to adjust levels prior to playing.
a faulty connection, any large low frequency signal This entails adjusting the D-23 LEVEL controls
reaching the tweeter or mid-range speaker may while listening to the sound from the speakers.
cause irrepairable damage. To avoid this danger, The procedure is as follows:
it is recommended that protective capacitors be 1. Check that all power switches are OFF.
inserted as shown in Fig. 13. The capacitance of 2. Select the most suitable crossover frequencies
the capacitor can be determined from Chart 1 and slope characteristics for each frequency
once the speaker's impedance and the crossover range.
frequency (set by D-23) are known. For example, 3. Set the preamplifier controls as follows:
if the speaker's nominal impedance is 8 ohms, and a Turn the TONE control OFF, or the BASS
the selected crossover frequency is 5kHz, the re­ and TREBLE controls to FLAT.
quired capacitance will be 8J.LF. b Set the MODE selector to L+R (mono out­
puts).
Stereo power amplifier High
Input [���f---- t-1 mid-range c Turn the BALANCE control fully counter­
speaker clockwise so that sound is heard from the left
Capacitor

�3---1 -� Woofer
channel speakers only.
d Set the VOLUME control to normal listening
level.
Fig. 13
4. Check the rated output sound pressure levels of
Chart1 each speaker from the specifications in the
20k
respective instruction manuals. Commence with
I Ok the speaker whose sound pressure level is lowest,
7k setting the corresponding LEVEL control on the
Sk
N 4k front panel of the D-23 to the "0" position, and
I 3k
all other LEVEL controls to" oo ".
� 2k
c: 5. Turn the power ON.
Q)
:J
cr 1 k 6. Now gradually turn the LEVEL control in the
Q)
.:: 700 adjacent frequency range clockwise until there is
ID sao
6 400 a smooth consistency of sound between the two
� 300
speakers. Use the level marker to mark this posi­
u 200
tion.
100
NOTE:
70
Use the rated sound pressure levels of each speaker as a
50
2 4 6 8 I0 20 304050701 00 200300 500 1 000 2000 guide when adjusting levels in this manner.
Capacitance (J.LF)

Suitable capacitors include MP (metallized paper), MM (metal­ 7. After adjusting levels for all frequency ranges,
lized mylar), and Oil capacitors. Do not use electrolytic re-check the consistency of sound across all
capacitors (non-polar capacitors) since they have adverse effects
ranges, and mark the positions with the level
on the quality of sound.
markers.
8. Turn the preamplifier BALANCE control clock­
STEREO POWER AMPLIFIERS
wise so that now the sound is heard in the right
Although the use of identical stereo power ampli­
channel speakers only, and repeat the above
fiers would be ideal, it is also possible to use
procedure.
amplifiers of different power ratings, depending on
9. Switch the MODE selector to STEREO, and
the rated sensitivity of each pair of speakers.
check for overall stereo balance.
For example, if a 60watt output power amplifier
is used with woofers of 90dB/W sensitivity in the NOTES:

low frequency region, and the rated sensitivity • Change the program source, and repeat the level adjust­
ments as a means of checking.
of the tweeters being used is 96dB/W, a power
• Beginners are advised to compare the same program
amplifier of 15watts rated output power will be source with another (or a lready familiar) stereo system.
sufficient. Difference in rated sensitivity is 6dB
(power1/4; 60W x 1/4 = 15watts).
OPERATIONAL 4-WAY AMPLIFIER
PROCEDURE SYSTEMS

1. Make the connections according to the multi- 4-way systems, shown in Fig. 14, consist of 4
amplifier system being employed. separate power amplifiers connected to the output
terminals (LOW, MID-LOW, MID-HIGH, and
NOTE:
Check that the power supply of the D-23, and all the HIGH) of D-23, plus independent pairs of speakers
amplifiers is OFF. connected to each power amplifier.
The crossover frequencies and slopes for each fre­
2. Select suitable crossover frequencies by means quency range are selected by the frequency
of the frequency selector controls. selector and slope selector controls for each
Crossover frequencies are determined according frequency range, after due consideration of the
to the characteristics of each of the speakers. characteristics of each combination of speakers
See under "Crossover Frequencies" on page 8 (see Fig. 16). This operation is described previously
for details. under "Operational Procedure".
3. Select suitable slopes for each of the crossover
NOTES:
frequencies by means of the slope selector
• In 4-way systems, the lSdB/oct slope is usually the
controls. See under "Slopes" on page 8 for
best setting.
details. • If any of the slope selector controls are set to FLAT,
4. Turn the power ON, and adjust each of the the 4-way amplifier system will not operate properly,
LEVEL controls on the front panel of the D-23. and there is a possibility of rupturing the speakers.

See under "Phase" on page 8, and "Level

Adjustments" on page 10 for details.
Stereo power amplifier
5. Commence playing the program source, setting
Tweeter
the volume control on the preamplifier to the Input Output High
normal listening level. Further adjustments to High
Mid-high
mid-range
speaker
account for the room's acoustical characteristics Mid-low Low
Low mid-range
and any peculiarities in the program source speaker
itself, will improve the overall quality.
Woofer

NOTE:
The SLOPE selector controls must NEVER be switched Fig. 14
over to the FLAT position during the playing of a
program.

63-630Hz 320Hz-3.2kHz I .6kHz"' I 6kHz

LOW MID-LOW MID-HIGH HIGH

HP LP HP LP HP LP
fc fc

Fig. 15

High H P Slope Level High

���f;gi output

Mid-high Mid-high
��?fc;or LP ��?fc�or
control
output
control
FLAT

Input Mid-low
Mid-lOW Slope Mid-low
HP �����or
control
LP selector
control output

Slope Low
selector
control output
FLAT

Low LP

Fig. 16
 3-WAY AMPLIFIER Stereo power amp I ifier

Tweeter
SYSTEMS Input Output
High
Mid-High Mid-range
3-way amplifier systems can be formed in different Low
speaker

ways, depending on how the slope selector controls

Woofer
are used. The most suitable composition will
depend on the individual characteristics of the Fig. 18
different speakers available. Operation of these
63Hz-630Hz 1.6kHz�l6kHz
3-way systems is the same as described under
"Operational Procedure".

NOTE:
Except where otherwise designated, the slope selector
controls must NOT be set to the FLAT positions. Failure
to comply with this stipulation may result in damage to
the speakers. MID-HIGH HP Slope Selector Control Set to FLAT position

Fig. 19

SELECTION OF CROSSOVER FREQUENCIES

BETWEEN LOW AND LOW MID-RANGE FRE­
High
High HP s1o o• Level QUENCIES (63Hz-630Hz) AND BETWEEN LOW
��;;f(g1' output
MID-RANGE AND HIGH MID-RANGE FRE­
Mid-high
H
Mid-high Mid-high QUENCIES (320Hz-3.2kHz)
p ��ffc'ior LP �!?fc;or
control output
control
FLAT
(Connections to LOW, MID-LOW, and MID-HIGH
Input
Mid-low
Mid -lOW Slope Mid-low Output Terminals)
HP �����or LP selector output
control control Connect stereo power amplifiers to the LOW, MID­
FLAT FLAT

Low
LOW, and MID-HIGH output terminals, as shown
Slope
selector
control output in Fig. 20, and then connect appropriate speakers
FLAT
to each of the amplifiers. After considering the
Low LP
characteristics of each speaker combination, select
suitable crossover frequencies and slopes by means
Fig. 17 of the frequency selector and slope selector con­
trols (LOW LP, MID-LOW HP, MID-LOW LP, MID­
HIGH HP).

The MID-HIGH LP slope selector control must be

SELECTION OF CROSSOVER FREQUENCIES set to the FLAT position in this case.
BETWEEN LOW AND LOW MID-RANGE FRE­
QUENCIES (63Hz-630Hz) AND BETWEEN
Stereo power amplifier
HIGH MID-RANGE AND HIGH FREQUENCIES
Tweeter
(1.6kHz-16kHz) Input Output
Mid-range
(Connections to LOW, MID-HIGH, and HIGH Out­ Mid-High
Mid-Low speaker
put Terminals) Low

Connect the stereo power amplifiers to the LOW, Woofer

MID-HIGH, and HIGH output terminals, as shown

in Fig. 18, and then connect the appropriate Fig. 20

speakers to each amplifier. After considering the

63Hz� 630Hz 320Hz-3.2kHz
combined characteristics of each speaker combi­
nation, select suitable crossover frequencies and
slopes by means of the frequency selector and slope
selector controls (LOW LP, MID-LOW HP, MID­
HIGH LP, HIGH HP).

The MID-HIGH HP slope selector control must be

MID-HIGH LP slope control set to FLAT position
set to the FLAT position in this case.
Fig. 21
SELECTION OF CROSSOVER FREQUENCIES 2-WAY AMPLIFIER
BETWEEN LOW MID-RANGE AND HIGH MID­
RANGE FREQUENCIES (320Hz-3.2kHz) AND
SYSTEMS
BETWEEN HIGH MID-RANGE AND HIGH FRE­
2-way amplifier systems can be formed in several
QUENCIES (1.6kHz-16kHz)
different ways, depending on how the slope
(Connections to MID-LOW, MID-HIGH, and HIGH selector controls are used. The most suitable
Output Terminals) composition will depend on the individual charac­
teristics of the different speakers employed.
Connect stereo power amplifiers to the MID-LOW,
Operation of these 2-way systems is the same as
MID-HIGH, and HIGH output terminals, as shown
described under "Operational Procedure".
in Fig. 22, and then connect appropriate speakers
to each of the amplifiers. After considering the NOTE:
characteristics of each speaker combination, select Except where otherwise designated, the slope selector
suitable crossover frequencies and slopes by means controls must NOT be set to the FLAT positions. Failure
to comply with this stipulation may result in damage to
of the frequency selector and slope selector
the speakers.
controls (MID-LOW LP, MID-HIGH HP, MID­
HIGH LP, and HIGH HP).
High
High HP s1oo• Level
The MID-LOW HP slope selector control must be ����:gr output
set to the FLAT position in this case.
Mid-high Mid-high
Mid-high
HP �!ffc;or LP ��?fc;or output
control control
FLAT

Input Mid-low
Stereo power amplifier M id-\OWSiope Mid-low
HP ��Ptc�or LP
control �����ig{ output
Tweeter
FLAT FLAT
Input Output
High Slope Low
Mid-High Mid-range selector output
control
Mid-Low speaker

Low LP
W oofer
Fig. 24

Fig. 22
SELECTION OF CROSSOVER FREQUENCY
BETWEEN LOW MID-RANGE AND HIGH MID­
320Hz�3.2kHz 1.6kHz�l6kHz
RANGE FREQUENCIES (320Hz-3.2kHz)

(Connections to MID-LOW and MID-HIGH Output

Terminals)
Connect stereo power amplifiers to the MID-LOW
and MID-HIGH output terminals, as shown in
Fig. 25, and then connect the appropriate speakers
MID-LOW HP slope selector control set to FLAT position
to the amplifiers. After considering the combined
Fig. 23
characteristics of the speaker combination, select a
suitable crossover frequency and slopes by means
of the frequency selector and slope selector con­
trols (MID-LOW LP and MID-HIGH HP).

The MID-LOW HP and MID-HIGH L P slope selec­

tor controls must be set to FLAT positions in this
case.

Stereo power amplifier

Input Output Tweeter

Mid-high

Mid-low W oofer

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 CHARACTERISTICS CHARTS

• SLOPES CHARACTERISTICS • FREQUENCY RESPONSES

fc =200Hz fc = 100, 1 k, 1Ok(Hz) at 6 dB/ oct

fc 1fc 2fc
0 0
Input terminal: Input jacks
Output terminal: Low, jacks
Slope: Low LP: 6dB /oct,12dB /oct,18dB /oct
Load impedance: 51kΩ
3
Level control: Max

6
RESPONSE IN dB

RESPONSE IN dB
10

Input terminal: Input jacks

12 Output terminal: Low, Mid-Low, Mid-High
High jacks
Slope: 6dB /oct
Load impedance: 61kΩ
Level control: Max

18

20 20

18dB /oct 12dB /oct 6dB /oct

10 100 200 400 1k 10k 10 100 1k 10k 100k

FREQUENCY IN Hz FREQUENCY IN Hz

• FREQUENCY RESPONSES • FREQUENCY RESPONSES

fc = 100, 1 k, 1Ok(Hz) at 12dB/oct fc = 320, 400, 500, 630, 800, 1 k, 1.25k, 1.6k, 2k, 2.5k, 3.2k(Hz)
at 18dB/oct

0
0

Input terminal: Input jacks

3 Output terminal: Mid-Low, Mid-High, jacks
Slope: High-Low LP, 18dB /oct
Mid-High HP, 18dB /oct
6 Other: Flat
RESPONSE IN dB

Load impedance: 51kΩ

Level control: Max
RESPONSE IN dB

Input terminal: Input jacks

10 Output terminal: Low, Mid-Low, fc = 3.2kHz
Mid-High, High jacks
Slope: 12dB /oct 10 fc = 2.5kHz
Load impedance: 51kΩ
Level control: Max 12
fc = 2kHz

fc = 1.6kHz
fc = 3.2kHz
fc = 1kHz fc = 1.25kHz

18 fc = 800Hz
20 fc = 1kHz
fc = 2.5kHz

20 fc = 630Hz fc = 800Hz

fc = 2kHz
fc = 500Hz fc = 630Hz

fc = 1.6kHz
fc = 400Hz fc = 500Hz
fc = 1.25kHz
fc = 320Hz
fc = 400Hz
10 100 1k 10k 100k fc = 320Hz

FREQUENCY IN Hz 10 100 200 400 600 1k 2 4 5 10k 100k

FREQUENCY IN Hz

.TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION vs. RATED • FREQUENCY RESPONSES

OUTPUT LEVELS
fc = 100, 1 k, 10k(Hz) at 18dB/oct
fc1 (Low, Mid-High) = 200Hz at 6dB/oct
fc2 (Mid-High, High) = 5kHz at 6dB/oct
0.1
0

Input terminal: Input jacks

Output terminal: Low, Mid-High,
High jacks
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION

Slope: Low LP, Mid-Low HP

RESPONSE IN dB

Mid-High LP, High HP at 6dB /oct

Mid-High HP at FLAT
Load impedance: 51kΩ 10
Level control: Max

0.01

20kHz
Input terminal: Input jacks
1kHz
Output terminal: Low, Mid-Low, Mid-High
20Hz High jacks
Slope: 18dB /oct
Load impedance: 51kΩ
Level control: Max

20

0.001
0 10 1.0 10

OUTPUT LEVEL IN V

10 100 1k 10k 100k

FREQUENCY IN Hz
SPECIFICATIONS
Semiconductors Furnished Parts
Transistors ... .. .... .. 71 Connection Cord with Pin Plugs .. .. ... ..... .. .. . 4
Diodes .............. 18 Operating Instructions .......................
Hex.Wrench (used for fastening knob) ............
Amplifier Section
Circuitry
Buffer Amplifier ... ... Pure complimentary SEPP.
Filter ............. RC passive filter (6dB/oct.
,
12dB/oct.)
RC activer filter + RC passive
filter (18dB/oct.)
2-way, 3-way,4-way
Cut-off Frequency
LOW (HIGH CUT)
MID-LOW (LOW CUT) .. 63, 80,100,125, 160,200,
250, 320, 400, 500, 630Hz
MID-LOW (HIGH CUT)
MID-HIGH (LOW CUT) . 320,400,500, 630,800, 1k,
1.
25k, 1.6k,2k,2.5k,3.
2kHz
MID-HIGH (HIGH CUT)
HIGH (LOW CUT)..... 1.6k,2k, 2.5k, 3.
2k,4k, 5k,
6.3k,8k, lOk,12.5k, 16kHz
Slope ............... 6dB/oct,12dB/oct,18dB/oct.
LEVEL Control ........ 0 to -30dB (1 dB step ,) oo

left and right channel

individual controls
Insertion Loss ......... 0 to -2dB
Input Impedance . .. . .. . 50kS1
Output Impedance ...... 4kS1 (Max.)
Output (R : 50k ) ....... 1V,1 OV (Max.)
L
Total Harmonic Distortion 20Hzto 20,000Hz
1 V output .......... 0 .
005%
1 OV output ..... .... 0.
1%
Frequency Response
(LOW END, HIGH END ) 10Hz, lOO,OOOHz_:!: ?��
Hum and Noise (IHF, short-circuited,A network )
1V output .......... 100dB

Miscellaneous
Power Requirements ... .. 120V 60Hzonly
Power Consumption ..... 14 watts (UL )
Dimensions ........... 420(W ) x 150(H ) x 352(D )mm
16-9/16 x 5-29/33 x 13-7/8 in.
NOTE:
Weight Without package: 8.7kg (191b3oz) Specifications and the design subject to possible modifica­
With package: 9.7kg (211b6oz) tion without notice due to improvements.

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