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This document explains features and configuration of the MU290 for Musica...
NetStreams Musica Power Amplifier Table of Contents Introduction Safety Features Configuring for Stereo Operation Configuring for Bridged (Mono) Operation MU290 Input Controls Configurations Mounting Special Consideration Trouble Shooting Specifications...
Darlington pairs for linear operation and offers 90 watts per channel or 200 watts bridged into a 4 ohm load. In keeping with Musica’s system design of distributed amplification, the MU290 allows you to install the amplifier in the room close to the speakers.
Safety Before using your MU290 External Amplifier, please read this Owner’s Manual carefully to ensure optimum trouble-free performance. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
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NetStreams Musica Power Amplifier Safety (continued) 5. The amplifier should only be connected to 120 VAC, 60 cycle grounded power supply. To avoid defeating the ground polarization of the power plug, do not remove the ground pin on the plug and check the outlet for correct polarization before plugging in the amplifier’s power cord.
The RJ45 connection allows an input from the keypads and an output to another MU290 Power Amplifier or to an Audio Port (EIM). This allows up to six amplifiers to be linked together off of one Keypad for those large area applications. Maximum recommended distance between a Musica keypad and the last product (amplifier or Audio Port) is 75 ft.
NetStreams Musica Power Amplifier Configuration for Stereo Operation Input Connections Run a Cat5e cable from the Keypads Audio Port (EIM) output, to the input of the MU290. Output Connections RJ45 Output The RJ45 Terminator Plug comes installed in the MU290 but can be removed to add additional MU290’s or an Audio Port.
NetStreams Musica Power Amplifier Configuration for Bridged (Mono) Operation The MU290 Power Amplifier may also be operated as a powerful single-channel amplifier. This “bridged” mode requires special attention to input and output wiring configurations. Input Connections The right and left audio signal will need to be summed together in order to have both channels play out of one speaker.
NetStreams Musica Power Amplifier Mounting Your MU290 amplifier can be easily mounted in one of several ways: 1) on a shelf, 2) mounted to a wall using the brackets included, or 3) mounting in a cabinet using the brackets included. Remember that the MU290 will need to be installed in a well ventilated area.
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