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INSTALLATION 

The DH-200 is most likely to be ihstalled out of sight in 

most applications, since its power may be controlled by the 
AC switching of most audio preamplifiers, like the Hafler 

DH-101. If your control unit does not provide switching 

capacity sufficient for the amplifier's 5 amp needs (plus other 
equipment it is also switching), you should use the amplifier's 
own power switch. In that case, turn on the preamplifier first; 
then turn the amplifier on a few seconds after
 the preamp has 

been turned on, to avoid any unnecessary turn-on transients 
from some preamplifiers. Likewise, switch the power 
amplifier off first. 

If the amplifier is to be installed close to a record player, 

you should first check its position for freedom from hum 

pickup by the cartridge from the field radiated by the power 
transformer of the DH-200. Although the design of the 
transformer minimizes such radiation, certain cartridges are 

more sensitive than others, and require separation from the 

amplifier. Check at a comparatively high volume setting, and 
while swinging the tone arm throughout its arc. Often a few 

inches additional spacing will eliminate the problem. 

Be sure to provide sufficient ventilation for the amplifier. 

Unobstructed air circulation around the finned heat sinks 
and above
 the amplifier is important for long, trouble-free 
life. Never put anything on top of the cover perforations. It is 
normal for the top and the heat sinks to become warm in use. 

It is expected that the amplifier will always be resting on 

its feet, which should be on a hard enough surface that air 
flow underneath is not obstructed. If it is mounted in a rack, 
or through a panel, the feet may be removed so long as ade­
quate ventilation is provided through the bottom openings. 

OPERATION 

The red pilot lamp which is integral with the power 

switch glows whenever the amplifier is turned on. A blown 

AC line fuse is the most likely cause if it is not illuminated 
when the amplifier is switched on. 

The yellow lens is a high temperature indicator. While it 

is not likely that you will ever see it lighted, if it is, the 
amplifier will not produce sound. It indicates that one of the 
thermal breakers has shut down the amplifier because of ex­

cessive temperature rise in a heat sink. When the heat has dis­
sipated in a few minutes, the amplifier should return to nor­

mal operation. If the lamp again lights, check for insufficient 
ventilation, or an excessive input signal, or an input which 
may have dangerous signal content (such as oscillation). 
Failing evidence of this, the amplifier may have malfunc­
tioned. Because of the very large heat sinks, it is highly 
unlikely that any normal signal will cause the amplifier to 
overheat. 

Loudspeaker Fuse Selection 

The DH-200 power amplifier is supplied with 2 amp 

fuses in the speaker lines. Experience has shown that since an 
overload must exist for a few seconds for a fuse to blow, a 2 
amp fuse will protect most speaker systems, and only blow 
when overload occurs. Smaller fuses tend to blow too easily, 
and larger fuses do not adequately protect most speaker 
systems. 

A pair of 5 amp fuses are also supplied as alternatives for 

the speaker fuse holders. These should be substituted if the 
power output of the amplifier is to be tested, or if the 
amplifier is to be operated at very high power levels into 4 

ohm loads. 

If the manufacturer of your speakers recommends a 

specific value of fuse for their protection, we suggest that you 
obtain 3AG fuses of that value and substitute them for the 
ones supplied. 

Loudspeaker Power Ratings 

There are no U.S. standards for rating the power han­

dling capabilities of loudspeakers. As a result the manufac­
turers' usual "music power" ratings, or suggested amplifier 

limits, are of only minimal help in determining safe operating 
levels with amplifiers which can deliver substantial amounts 

of power. You must take into consideration the type of 
music, and the levels you like, to provide long term trouble-
free operation of your speaker choice, when you have a size­
able amplifier like the DH-200. 

Connections 

A C 

The  A C power cord should be plugged into 120 volts, 60 

Hz, on the switched output of a preamplifier which can pro­

vide at least 5 amps, or 600 watts. Then the amplifier power 
switch may be left on, and it will be controlled by the rest of 
the system. Or, it may be plugged into a 120 volt wall outlet, 
and switched on and off independently. 

If your line voltage is different, be sure you have the 

alternate power transformer which can accommodate several 

line voltages, and be sure it is wired for your mains voltage as 
described later in this manual before you plug in the 

amplifier. 

Input 

Conventional shielded cables, such as those supplied 

with your preamplifier, provide the input signal to the 
sockets on the back panel of the DH-200. Be sure that the 
outer shield connection is secure, to avoid hum. The length 
of these cables (so as to permit remote location of the 
amplifier, if desired) is limited only by the output impedance 
of the preamplifier. If it is 1,000 ohms or less, as with the 
DH-101, for instance, cable lengths up to 100 feet are per­
missible without loss of performance. Special low .maci-

Summary of Contents for DH-200

Page 1: ...DH 200 INSTRUCTIONS for ASSEMBLY and OPERATION 929204 3 00 THE DAVID HAFLER COMPANY 5910 Crescent Boulevard Pennsauken New Jersey 08109 Please refer to this serial number in all communications regard...

Page 2: ...nks the conservative operating levels of the MOSFET output devices all are evidence of the design efforts to achieve exceptional reliability simultaneously with state of the art sonics and specificati...

Page 3: ...signal content such as oscillation Failing evidence of this the amplifier may have malfunc tioned Because of the very large heat sinks it is highly unlikely that any normal signal will cause the ampli...

Page 4: ...u proceed Fatigue in creases the risk of error so take a break rather than push to early completion There are relatively few separate compo nents in this design to make it easy to pack everything away...

Page 5: ...from a con nection by heating it and allowing the solder to flow onto the iron which is then wiped on the sponge ALL SOLDER USED MUST BE ROSIN CORE Never use acid core solder or any separate flux in e...

Page 6: ...ormance of a factory assembled unit and can continue to perform properly for years to come Check your work and make sure the entire step has been completed before placing a check mark in the space pro...

Page 7: ...transfer Take the time to observe the direction each wire takes from its connecting lug so that when you connect the first end it will be pointing in the right direction This makes the job neater and...

Page 8: ...from the chassis when it is pressed over the lamp case Be sure it is pressed fully home so the lamp is tight 32 D Connect one lead of the lamp to TS lug 2 S 3 Con nect the other lamp lead to PS lower...

Page 9: ...ont when the long row of eyelets is next to the chassis with the circuit board up against the chassis Wires will be connected from the top ot the board and they must be soldered to the underside Even...

Page 10: ...ly capaci tors should be kept away from each board The green leads from the black output terminals to the power sup ply should be brought together throughout most of their length 77 Check all your sol...

Page 11: ...ate the source of a problem may be obtained by writing the Technical Services Department It is helpful to know the serial number of the unit and the results of any tests you have performed SERVICING A...

Page 12: ...r 100 110 120 200 220 and 240 volt 50 or 60 cycle lines The schematic diagram details the wiring com binations which are represented pictorially here Note that a 5 lug terminal strip is required when...

Page 13: ...r rubber 1 2 for fuse holder 696081 1 Chassis 711007 1 Cover 711008 2 Capacitor 10 000 mfd 75V 294103 2 Bracket round for capacitor 717058 1 Diode rectifier block 544252 4 Feet rubber 899757 2 Fuse ho...

Page 14: ...SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM Copyright 1980 All rights reserved...

Page 15: ...341020 Tl Power Transformer 464002 T2 Power Transformer International 464003 CI 10 mfd 16 V non polarized electrolytic 203106 C2 390 pF 500V Mica 257391 C3 0 001 mfd 100V Film 264102 C4 0 001 mfd 100V...

Page 16: ...on 20 Hz 66 dB 1 kHz 66 dB 20 kHz 60 dB Signal to Noise Ratio unweighted Better than 100 dB at 100 watts into 8 ohms Input Impedance 22 000 ohms Input Sensitivity 1 5 volts rms for 100 watts into 8 oh...

Page 17: ...HAFLER DH 200 STEREO POWER AMPLIFIER P I C T O R I A L D I A G R A M POWER TRANSFORMER 120 Volt AC Line Connections shown OUTPUT MODULE ASSEMBLY COPYRIGHT 1980 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...

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