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RSA-M99 The RSA-M99 is a high-performance, highly efficient PWM class-D amplifier. It features power MOS-FETs that achieve highly accurate current switching in the power stage, and high-voltage gate driver ICs with excellent time-axis control. The exceptional power handling performance of the class-D device ensures dynamic real sound even when driving low-efficiency speakers. Furthermore, the sweet and rich tonal character recalls the tone of the best triode tube amplifiers and enables ideal real sound experience.
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Safety Precautions Operating Environment Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5°C to +35°C (+41°F to +95°F); less than 85%RH (cooling vents not blocked) Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or strong artificial CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO light)
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 5 Other Check included items ............4 Troubleshooting .............. 13 Installing this product ............4 Care and maintenance ..........13 Regarding installation ............4 Specifications ..............14 Separately sold accessories ......... 14 Chapter 2 Connections Warranty and after sales service ........ 15 Connections diagram ............5 How to connect the speaker cords ......7 How to connect balanced (XLR) cables ......7...
Connections Chapter 2 Connections Chapter 2 Connections diagram This product can be used as a standalone pre-main amplifier, or used as a power amplifier in conjunction with your current preamplifier (AV amplifier). Important • When connecting devices or making changes, be sure to turn the POWER switch OFF and disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet. Plug in the power cord last.
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Connections Chapter 2 When using this product as a power amplifier Speaker system R (right side) L (left side) To the speaker To the speaker terminals terminals To the audio output terminal To AC IN Preamplifier or AV amplifier To the balanced output terminal To the electrical outlet To use this product as a power amplifier, switch to POWER AMP.
Connections Chapter 2 How to connect the speaker cords How to connect balanced (XLR) cables The connection terminals are red for positive (+) and black Connect the left and right balanced input terminals of this for negative (–). product to the respective left and right balanced output terminals of the product to be connected.
Connections Chapter 2 How to connect audio cords Caution • The power cord for this product is removable, but please refrain Connect the white RCA plug (left) to the left side input from using power cords other than the cord included (3P plug- terminal with the black (or white) line, and the red RCA in socket type with electrical current capacity: 7A).
Part Names Chapter 3 Front panel POWER switch LINE SELECTOR (input switching knob) Turns power ON and OFF. Selects the playback device (LINE 1-LINE 5). Pulling the power switch releases the lock. To turn on the VOLUME (level adjustment knob) power, raise up the power switch while pulling out on it.
Part Names Chapter 3 Rear panel AC IN terminal Audio input terminals (LINE 1 - LINE 3) Connect the included power cord. ( pages 5, 6, 8) RCA type input terminal. ( pages 5, 6, 8) Fuse Balanced input terminal (LINE4, LINE5) The fuse may break if something abnormal occurs to the XLR type input terminal (female).
How to Operate Chapter 4 Playback steps When using this product as a pre-main amplifier 3, 7 Check that the VOL. LED/MODE switch on the rear Rotate the VOLUME (level adjustment knob) left and right panel of this product is set to NORMAL AMP. to set the audio level.
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How to Operate Chapter 4 When using this product as a power amp 3, 7 Set the VOL. LED/MODE switch on the rear panel of this Select the input on the preamplifier (AV amplifier) side product to POWER AMP. and begin playback on the playback device. Perform volume level adjustments during playback on the preamplifier (AV amplifier) side.
Other Chapter 5 Troubleshooting If you think this product may be broken, check the following troubleshooting items. Some minor operational errors can make the product appear to be broken. Potential causes other than this product should also be considered. Check the other devices being used as well as all simultaneously operated electrical devices.
2. If you cannot ask the store where you purchased it for repairs (e.g. if z Malfunctions you have moved or the product was a gift), please consult with SPEC If the product malfunctions in the course of normal CORPORATION.
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