Small and compact, and engineered for reliability, the Atlas Sound AA35 will provide years of service and fl exibility in today’s background music and paging applications.
AA35 MIXER AMPLIFIER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Read the instructions very carefully before using this product. • Observe the instructions in this manual as conventions of safety; symbols and messages regarded as important precautions are included. • Retain this manual for future reference.
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AA35 MIXER AMPLIFIER • If water or any metallic objects falls into the product. • If the power supply cord is damaged in any way. • If the unit is malfunctioning. • Do not insert or drop metallic objects or fl ammable materials into the ventilation holes of the product's cover, as this may result in electric shock or fi...
3. Peak LED Indicator The PEAK LED will illuminate when the AA35 is in a clipping condition, caused by excessively high input levels or a GAIN control is turned up too high. An occasional fl ash is OK. Check that the proper signal level is being fed into the inputs and/or turn the input gain down until the LED is no longer illuminated.
10. Multi Function Dipswitch Understanding the functionality of the dipswitches is key to maximizing the versatility of the AA35. When a switch is in the up position, the function is "OFF"; when a switch is in the down position, the function is "ON".
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6dB per octave. Note: The rotary bass control is bypassed when the LOW CUT filter is on. We suggest that when paging horns are connected to the AA35, engage the LOW CUT filter to prevent the horns from operating below their cutoff frequency.
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Prior to using this feature one must understand where the internal signal pick up point is so you can decide if it is correct for your application. We suggest you refer to the block diagram of the AA35 to have a complete understanding of the signal flow.
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AMP IN connector. See Example 3 in the Setup section of this manual. 19. Amp In The AMP IN connector is useful for converting the AA35 into a slave amp. When a line level signal is connected to this input, the internal connection between the preamp and internal power amp is broken.
AA35 MIXER AMPLIFIER Unswitched Outlet 120V AC 60Hz Max 500W 120V AC 60Hz 100W 23. Power Cord Connect this grounded power cord to 120VAC circuits only. Serious damage may result otherwise. 24. Ground Terminal Connect this terminal to electrical ground as required by local codes.
AA35 MIXER AMPLIFIER QUICK START EXAMPLES Setup – Example 1: Typical paging with Background Music • Connect a paging mic to INPUT 1. • Set Dipswitch 7 to the "MIC" position. • Connect a CD player to the RCA jacks on INPUT 2. This is known as BGM or Back Ground Music.
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AA35 MIXER AMPLIFIER Setup – Example 2: Small Convenience Store with Gas Pumps • Connect the paging mic to INPUT 1. • Set Dipswitches 3 and 7 to "ON". This sets INPUT 1 to mic level input and routes the paging mic to Zone 2 output.
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AA35 MIXER AMPLIFIER Setup – Example 3: Small Speech Privacy Sound Masking System • Connect a Atlas Sound GPN1200B masking generator to INPUT 1. • Set Dipswitch 7 to Line/Tel position. • Connect a 1/3 octave graphic equalizer between to the PRE OUT and AMP IN connectors.
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AA35 MIXER AMPLIFIER Setup – Example 4: MOH with System BGM and Remote Paging This example has a separate message repeater routed only to the MOH feature of the customer's phone system. While callers are on hold, they hear only custom promotional messages. When a page is present, the BGM will be muted via remote switch on the mic.
In order to prevent unauthorized operation of the AA35, optional security covers are available which take the place of the front panel knobs. After the AA35 has been installed and is operating as desired, grasp the front panel knobs and pull straight out from the front panel. Replace the knobs with security covers, Atlas part number AAVCC-5, available in quantities of 5.
AA35 MIXER AMPLIFIER RACK MOUNTING OPTION Rack mount ears are available through Atlas Sound for installing the AA35 into equipment racks. If multiple units are being rack mounted, install Atlas Sound 1RU (SVP19-1-052) vented panels between amplifiers, in order to aid cooling.
This warranty shall extend from the date of purchase for a period of three years on all Atlas Sound products, including SOUNDOLIER brand, and ATLAS SOUND brand products except as follows: one year on electronics and control systems; one year on replacement parts;...
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