Bose 2150 Specifications

Bose® Model 2150 Commercial Power AmplifierInstaller’s GuideGuía de instalaciónNotice d’installationClip-12dB-20dBReadySignalProtectThermal-6dBClip-12

10English4.2 Rear PanelInput Modules1. Standard input moduleThrough the use of the Bose® input module (the standard module provided with the ampli-fi

11English4.0 Operation4.2 Rear panel (cont.)3. EQ out connectorsA 1⁄4" TRS output connector provides access to an equalized line level output s

12English4.0 Operation4.2 Rear panel (cont.)5. Speaker outputsBarrier block speaker outputs on each channel accommodate independent connections for4Ω

13English4.2 Rear panel (cont.)FX Loop in/outEngages or bypasses the FX loop. ON (on) allows signals to pass through the FX loop. OFF(off) closes the

14English8. AC Power sequence connectorA three-pin Euro style terminal and mating connector are supplied with each amplifier toallow the amplifier to

15English8. AC power sequence connector (cont.)To remotely begin the sequencing function, close the circuit and supply the DC voltage tothe RCV receiv

16English8. AC power sequence connector (cont.)When mounting the amplifiers in a common rack, you should verify if the amplifiers’ chassisare sharing

17English4.2 Rear panel (cont.)9. REMOTE LEVEL (remote level) controlUse a 1k to 10k potentiometer, preferably with a reverse log taper. Identify the

18EnglishCOM4.2 Rear panel (cont.)10. PowerInsert the power cord into a properly configured A/C power mains.J20018292SENDRECVSEND RECV120VAC, 4.6A max

19English5.1 Installing Bose® EQ CardsIf your Bose loudspeakers require active equalization, follow these steps to install them inthe Model 2150:1. Tu

2EnglishWarningTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUT

20English5.1 Installing Bose® EQ Cards (cont.)If your Bose loudspeakers require active equalization, follow these steps to install them inthe Model 21

21English5.1 Installing Bose® EQ Cards (cont.)If your Bose loudspeakers require active equalization, follow these steps to install them inthe Model 21

22English5.1 Installing Bose® EQ Cards (cont.)If your Bose loudspeakers require active equalization, follow these steps to install them inthe Model 21

23English5.2 Input wiringYou can use 1⁄4" phone jacks, XLR connectors, or quick connect terminal blockconnectors for the input signal with eithe

24EnglishFigure 281⁄4" phone jack unbalancedinput connection5.0 Installation5.2.1 Balanced operation (cont.)For the quick connect terminal bloc

25English5.2.2 Unbalanced operation (cont.)For the XLR connector, pin 2 carries the + (hot, non-inverting) side of the signal, and pin 1 isground. To

26EnglishFigure 30Quick connect terminal blockunbalanced input connection5.0 Installation5.2.2 Unbalanced operation (cont.)For the quick connect term

27English5.0 Installation5.3 Output wiringThe Model 2150 speaker outputs on the amplifiers can accommodate wire from 20 gaugeup to 12. We recommend

28English5.3 Output wiring (cont.)5.3.3 Stereo/Mono switchThis switch selects between NORMAL STEREO (normal stereo), DUAL MONO (dual mono),or BRIDGED

29English5.3.5 Stereo operationThe STEREO/MONO switch is located behind slot #2 of the standard input module (seeFigure 31). For stereo operation move

3EnglishContentsWhere to find...1.0 Safety Information ...

30English5.3.6 Bridged mono operationThe STEREO/MONO switch is located behind slot #2 of the standard input module (seeFigure 31). For bridged mono o

31English5.3.7 Parallel monoParallel mono operation is useful when running sustained high levels in a single load orwhen driving a low impedance load

32EnglishProblem Cause or SolutionNo sound, no power • Check amplifier. Power off, then turn on.• Linecord disconnected.• Poor fit between the plug an

33EnglishAppendix A: Features, Warranty, ServiceWarranty periodBose® warrants the Model 2150 commercial power amplifier with a five-year, transferabl

34EnglishAppendix B: SpecificationsSpecifications for Bose® Model 2150 Commercial PowerAmplifierPower OutputContinuous average output power, both ch

35EnglishAppendix B: SpecificationsSpecifications for Bose® Model 2150 Commercial PowerAmplifier (cont.)IM distortion0.2%THD<0.5% rated power, &l

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4EnglishThank you for purchasing a new Bose® commercial power amplifier. It is backed by state-of-the-art engineering and manufacturing techniques to

5English3.1 Using the Bose® Model 2150 commercial poweramplifierOnce you have installed and wired the amplifier, follow these tips to get the most fr

6English3.4 Thermal considerationsWhen the amplifier is used freestanding, no thermal considerations are necessary otherthan keeping sufficient ventil

7English4.0 Operation4.1 Front Panel1. Level controlsIndependent level controls are provided for Channel 1 and Channel 2. When each levelcontrol is

8English4.1 Front Panel (Cont.)2. Level indicatorsThe level indicators (see Figure 2) for each channel reflect the gain of each output stage. Thefol

9English4.0 Operation4.1 Front Panel (Cont.)3. Status indicators (cont.)PROTECT – A yellow light indicates if there is:1. An over or under voltage