Specifications

Architect

Model 110-Model 210-Model 210ES

Installer’s Guide

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TroubleShooting

Troubleshooting the Architect

Amplifier

Almost all problems can be eliminated by re-checking the wiring and

settings of the Architect amplifier. If a problem cannot be solved using the

guide below, please call the AudioControl factory for further assistance.

1. No Sound:

• Verify Source unit is operating.

• Verify the Power LED in BLUE

• Verify Protection LED is BLUE.

• Verify Channel Status LED is BLUE.

• Verify Signal Present LED’s on rear panel are RED

• Check the Speaker Connector plug on the rear panel

• Check the AC Power Fuse on the rear panel.

See Appendix B for more detail on LED indicators

2. Audio Is Cutting In & Out:

• Using a DMM (Digital Multi Meter), confirm

impedance on speaker wires is 2 ohms or higher

• Check speaker leads for short.

• If using speaker level volume controls, bypass and see if

problem persists

• Verify Source unit is not clipping

• Adjust the pre-amp volume higher and/or Input

Sensitivity controls on amplifier

3. Architect is excessively hot (you cannot hold your hand on the top):

• Turn down the volume and allow it to cool off.

• Verify that the ventilation holes on the top have not

become blocked.

• Confirm speaker impedance is not too low.

4. Power and/or Protection LED is RED:

• Turn off Main Power on rear panel for 2 minutes to reset.

5. Speaker Buzzing or Cracking at high volume:

• Reduce the equalizer boost at 45Hz and 150Hz.