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Eco-Friendly Stereo Amplifier Operates with Low Electricity Consumption
Eco-System 8 Channel 50 Watt Energy Saving Distribution Amp
Eco-System 8 Channel 50 Watt Energy Saving Distribution Amplifier
Eco-System 8 Channel 50 Watt Energy Saving Distribution Amplifier
Item# 77502
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Overview

  • Eco-System™ Circuitry saves energy (and money) and increases power
  • 8 channels x 50 watts RMS at 8 Ohms (over 100W peak)
  • Individual and automatic channel resetting
  • Individual gain controls for all channels
  • Side-mounted thermostatically controlled fan for internal cooling

Essential Info

Until now, most zoned stereo amplifiers run at full power whether on or off, regardless of the number of zones being used; so you are consuming the same amount of power for the use of only 2 speakers as you would for the use of 8 speakers. The Knoll Systems Eco-System™ 8 Channel 50 Watt Energy Saving Distribution Amplifier has patent-pending circuitry that can recognize which of the eight stereo channels (four pairs) of speakers are in use and delivers powered audio to only that zone of speakers. To do this, the amplifier sends audio output to the speakers through a volume control or a local source input device. The amplifier can detect whether or not these devices are "requesting" audio by being turned on, and channels that are "off" are truly off, not in "standby" or "mute" mode. This means active channels share voltage and less overall power is being consumed by the amplifier. This product offers up to eight channels (or zones) of amplified audio at 50 Watts per channel. It even has channel resetting for protection of low impedance, overheating, overloading, over voltage and under voltage, with individual gain control for each channel. A quiet, energy saving thermostatically controlled fan is also built-in to keep the amplifier cool. A comparable amplifier uses about 14 times (65 watts) as much power idling in standby, while the Eco-System amplifier uses under 5 watts while idling. The typical homeowner will see a savings of about a hundred dollars or more per year in actual electrical costs and possibly more when taking into account the use of air conditioning to extract unwanted heat produced by a typical multi-channel amplifier.


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  • Smarthome does not offer technical support on this product, please contact the manufacturer directly for all product support.
  • Only merchandise credit for defective items returned within 30 days of purchase. No other returns allowed on this item.

Manuals/Software

What's Included

  • Eco-System 8 Channel 50 Watt Energy Saving Distribution Amplifier
  • Owner's Manual
  • More Info

    The Eco-System 8 Channel 50 Watt Energy Saving Distribution Amplifier is a Class A/B amplifier. There is an Electronic Link feature that connects stereo inputs channel 2 through 6 to channel 1. GS8 connects stereo inputs channel 2 through 4 to channel 1. For over 15 years Knoll Systems multi-channel amplifiers have sold around the world because of their legendary reliability and unparalleled sound quality. This GS8 model takes the next logical step by being eco-friendly; taking the environment into consideration while maintaining premium audio output.

    Specifications

    Specifications

    Manufacturer:Knoll Systems
    Manufacturer Product No.:GS8
    Inputs:Gold RCA jacks with adjustable gain
    Input Impedance:50k ohms
    Outputs:5 way gold binding posts
    Output Power:50 watts RMS per channel (8 ohms)
    Peak Output Power:100 watts per channel (8 ohms)
    Ideal Impedance:4 - 8 ohms
    Frequency Response:10 Hz - 40 kHz +/- 1dB (1w)
    S/N Ratio:Over 105 dB A weighted (50 watts)
    THD Distortion:Less than 0.1% 20 Hz to 20 kHz
    IMD Distortion:Less than 0.01% 60 Hz 7 kHz 4:1 (SMPTE)
    Dimensions:17" x 3.5" x 11.5" (432 x 89 x 292mm)
    Fan Noise:Quiet 28 dBA
    Power (standby in Eco-System):Less than 4 watts
    Power (Maximum):550 watts at 117 VAC or 230VAC
    Weight:22 lbs (10 kg)


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