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Congratulations! You have bought a great, innovative product from DAP Audio. The DAP Audio IPS-AS brings excitement to any venue. Whether you want simple plug-&-play action or a sophisticated show, this product provides the effect you need. You can rely on DAP Audio, for more excellent audio products.
WARNING CAUTION! Keep this system away from rain and moisture! FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this system have to: be qualified follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION! Be careful with your operations.
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Make sure that the amplifier is turned down, before turning the power on or off. So you can avoid supersonic frequencies, which could damage your speakers. Don't put your equipment next to TV, radio, etc., because of interference or distortion. If you connect other parts of the system, be careful of ground loops.
OPERATING DETERMINATIONS If this system is operated in any other way, than the one described in this manual, the product may suffer damages and the warranty becomes void. Any other operation may lead to dangers like short-circuit, burns, electric shock, etc. You endanger your own safety and the safety of others! Connection with the mains Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug.
Alarm Status Display. Indicates alarm status for CH1 – CH4. If there is no amplifier connected to the main output or the amplifier is not functioning, the IPS-AS will switch to the sub amplifier and the corresponding alarm LED will light up.
Backpanel Fig. 2 AC Inlet with integrated fuse holder. This connector is meant for the connection of the supplied main cord. Connect one end of the power cord to the connector, the other end to the mains, then turn on the power switch to operate the unit. Note: Please make sure that the supply voltage matches the operation voltage before connecting the unit to mains.
Operation Installation Remove all packing materials from the IPS-AS. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed. Secure the equipment into a 19" rack. Connect all cables. Connecting Power. Make sure the mains voltage is correct and is the same as printed on the rear of the amplifier. Damage caused by connecting the amplifier to improper AC voltage is not covered by any warranty.
Audio connections. You can use RCA-type shielded cable. For connecting line level equipment. Please refer to figure 4: Unbalanced signal Fig. 4 Speaker connections. Speakers are connected using terminal connectors. See the examples below and following page. Low impedance outputs You can use as many speakers as you want as long as the total impedance matches the amplifiers output.
Maintenance The DAP Audio IPS-AS requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean. Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid. Do not use alcohol or solvents.