Kramer PA-150 User Manual

Kramer PA-150 User Manual

70v/100v 50w power amplifier

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K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L TD .
PRELIMINARY

USER MANUAL

MODEL:
PA-150
70V/100V 50W Power Amplifier
P/N: 2900-300406 Rev 1

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L TD . PRELIMINARY USER MANUAL MODEL: PA-150 70V/100V 50W Power Amplifier P/N: 2900-300406 Rev 1...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Figure 5: Connecting an unbalanced RCA Input Figure 6: Connecting an unbalanced 6.5mm Phone Jack Figure 7: Connecting One or Multiple Speakers to the PA-150 (100V) Figure 8: Connecting One or Multiple Speakers to the PA-150 (70V) Figure 9: Connecting the Remote Volume Control...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11: Sierra Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; and GROUP 13: Audio, and GROUP 14: Collaboration. Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer PA-150 50W Power Amplifier, which is ideal for the following typical applications: ...
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality  Position your Kramer PA-150 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
  • Page 6: Recycling Kramer Products

    Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.
  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview The Kramer PA-150 is a high−performance mono, audio power amplifier for balanced signals that can output 50W of audio into 70V or 100V speaker systems. The PA-150 50W Power Amplifier features:  Output power 50 W into one channel ...
  • Page 8: Defining The Pa-150 50W Power Amplifier

    Defining the PA-150 50W Power Amplifier Figure 1: PA-150 50W Power Amplifier Rear Panel Feature Function INPUT 3-pin Terminal Connect to the line-level, balanced, stereo audio source, (for Block example, a media player), see Section 5.2.1 Turn clockwise to increase the amplitude of the input signal; turn...
  • Page 9: Connecting The Pa-150

    Connecting the PA-150 Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your PA-150. After connecting your PA-150, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device. Figure 2: Connecting the PA-150 50W Power Amplifier...
  • Page 10: Wiring The Inputs

    4-pin terminal block, (pins +V, LEVEL, and GND). 4. Connect a remote, momentary mute-switch to the Remote 4-pin terminal block, (pins Mute and GND). 5. Connect the power adapter to the PA-150 and plug the power adapter into the mains power supply. Wiring the Inputs Your PA-150 is provided with a 3-pin terminal block for its input connection.
  • Page 11: Figure 4: Connecting A Balanced 6.5Mm Phone Jack

    (–) and ground terminals. The unbalanced source is connected to the positive (+) and ground terminals. Note: A jumper is required for connecting an unbalanced input. Figure 5: Connecting an unbalanced RCA Input Figure 6: Connecting an unbalanced 6.5mm Phone Jack PA-150 - Connecting the PA-150...
  • Page 12: Connecting Speakers

    Connecting Speakers You can connect one or more 70V or 100V speakers to the PA-150. The following table details the cable requirements for connecting the PA-150 to speakers. Distance (ft.) Wire Gauge (AWG) Up to 500 500 to 1000 Over 1000 Note: Only one of the outputs can be used at a time.
  • Page 13: Connecting The Remote Volume Control

    Figure 8: Connecting One or Multiple Speakers to the PA-150 (70V) Connecting the Remote Volume Control The following diagram illustrates how to connect the W-LM Remote Volume Control to the PA-150. Note: The remote volume control overrides the level control on the rear of the device.
  • Page 14: Operating The Pa-150

    Operating the PA-150 Indicators The following table details the LED indicators. Label Color Description SIGNAL Green There is an input signal present Blue The device is receiving power CLIP The input signal is being clipped PA-150 - Operating the PA-150...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    The PWR LED does not light. Check that the power adapter is plugged into a functioning outlet and that the adapter is correctly connected to the PA-150. No output is heard from the speakers; the CLIP LED lights. Check that the level control and remote volume control are not turned down.
  • Page 16: Technical Specifications

    15.2cm x 10.2cm x 3.2cm (6.0" x 4.0" x 1.25") W, D, H WEIGHT: 0.46kg (1.01bs) approx. SHIPPING WEIGHT: 1.06kg (2.34lbs) approx. INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: Power supply 48V DC Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com PA-150 - Technical Specifications...
  • Page 18 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.com SAFETY WARNING...

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