Page 4 - Introduction
4 Niagara 7000 Features ¡ ¡ Dielectric-Biased AC Isolation Transformers: AQ’s patented technology greatly reduces non- linear distortions that have previously plagued even the finest magnetic-based systems, all the while increasing the bandwidth and efficiency of the transformers’ noise dissipation....
Page 6 - Installation; Unpacking; Safety Information/Warnings; Keep away from moisture and avoid excessive humidity.; Servicing/Return to AudioQuest; Power Source
6 Installation Unpacking Before unpacking your Niagara 7000, inspect the carton for any obvious damage to the boxes and internal protective materials. If internal damage is likely, contact the carrier who delivered the unit. If shipping damage is evident on the product, then please contact your ship...
Page 7 - Placement; Connection to Audio/Video Components; AC Cable Routing; Connecting AC cables to the Niagara 7000’s NRG Edison AC outlets –
7 Placement The Niagara 7000 is manufactured with four rubber textured polymer feet for safe, secure placement on any table, cabinet, shelf, or floor. When rack-mounting is required, these feet may be removed with a standard Phillips screwdriver. The Niagara 7000’s design obviates the need for compl...
Page 10 - Suggested AC Connections
10 Suggested AC Connections 120 VAC 60Hz 20 AMPS MAXIMUM POWER CORRECTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 STANDBY ENGAGED HIGH CURRENT | LOW-Z POWER CORRECTION 20 AMPS RMS MAXIMUM OUTPUT 5 AMPS RMS MAXIMUM OUTPUT SYMMETRICAL POWER BANKS ARE GFCI PROTECTED - 60/120V 1O AC NIAGARA-7000 DESIGNED, ASSEMBLED AND TESTED IN U...
Page 12 - Operation and Continuous Use; Power Switch/Circuit Breaker and LED Power Indicator; Power Correction Bank 1
12 Operation and Continuous Use Power Switch/Circuit Breaker and LED Power Indicator Once the AC cords are properly connected to the AC source tap, and the components are connected to the appropriate outlet banks, it is safe to energize the Niagara 7000. On the right-hand side of the Niagara 7000’s ...
Page 13 - Extreme Voltage Indicator
13 and immediately release the current several times per second. Further, when incorporated with power supplies such as those found in power amplifiers, the current readings actually come down! This is due to what’s known as a vector load , and it’s quite dynamic in an audio system. In this scenario...
Page 15 - Specifications; Extreme Voltage Shutdown; Transverse-Mode Noise; Symmetrical Power AC Outlet
15 Specifications Surge Suppression: Non-sacrificial (nothing to damage with repeated 6000V/3000A input surge tests, which is the maximum that can survive through a building’s AC electrical panel). Extreme Voltage Shutdown Voltage: 140VAC (will activate the main high-current relay to open within les...
Page 16 - Trouble-Shooting Guide; There is no power to any of the AC outlets.; There is no power to any of the AC outlets and the red front-panel; There is no power to any of the “Ultra-Linear Dielectric-Biased
16 Trouble-Shooting Guide At AudioQuest, we always appreciate hearing from you. However, if you have questions, problems, or suspect that your Niagara 7000 requires service, please start here. There is no power to any of the AC outlets. When the Niagara 7000’s front-panel LED power indicator glows b...
Page 17 - while the system was playing.
17 The main power rocker switch/circuit breaker tripped to the lower (off ) position while the system was playing. You may have exceeded the maximum current capacity of the Niagara 7000. This should be rare, but it may be possible. Typical power amplifiers draw about one-third of their maximum curre...
Page 18 - quite as good as it once did.
18 the main or primary power amplifier(s) are not plugged into High-Current AC bank 1, the power amplifier has insufficient current draw to activate the circuit, or the circuit is miscalibrated. When the Power Correction switch is set to the “Engaged” position, the current sense circuit will be defe...
Page 19 - The tab is stuck in the outlet. What should I do?; How do I clean the chassis and/or the electrical contacts?; unlikely). If you’re in an extraordinarily quiet room and you hear
19 In rare circumstances, there are some computer peripherals or DACs that feature three-prong grounded AC cords and whose circuits rely on a hard AC ground (i.e., they cannot be floated). Under these rare circumstances, you may obtain better results with that one component plugged into one of the H...
Page 21 - Warranty
21 Warranty The Quest Group, DBA: AudioQuest, warrants to the original purchaser of this AudioQuest Niagara 7000, will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year. The purchaser of the product is allowed 30 days from the date of purchase to complete the warranty registr...
