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PA-1209 ORDERCODE D6146 Highlite International B.V. Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade The Netherlands...
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Congratulations! You have bought a great, innovative product from DAP Audio. DAP Audio Core PA-1209 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.
Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a device must be returned to the factory, it is important that the device is returned in the original factory box and packing. Your shipment includes: • DAP PA-1209 • 19” mounting ears • power cable - 2m •...
Do not insert objects into air vents. Do not connect this system to a dimmerpack. Do not switch the system on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the system’s life. Do not open the device and do not modify the device. ...
Connection with the mains Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug. Always pay attention, that the right color cable is connected to the right place. International EU (including UK) North America From April 2004 Brown Black Phase Blue White Neutral Green/Yellow...
Description of the device Features The PA-1209 is a professional 120W Public Adress amplifier with 9 inputs: • Inputs: 5 x Mic, 4 x Line input • Phantom power • Front line input 3,5mm Jack • Pre amp output • 4/8 Ohm & 70/100 V output •...
Mic level balanced TRS jack input for channel 1. Accepts balanced and unbalanced inputs. 14. Priority button Pushing this allows you to switch the PA-1209 in priority mode. In priority mode, all channels except channel 1 are muted as a (optional) microphone connected to channel 1 picks up a sound.
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23. Common speaker terminal Connect this terminal with the – terminal of your low speaker(s). 24. Siren remote terminals Connect a remote switch or relais to this terminal to take over the siren (16) button on the frontpanel. Make sure that the siren (16) button on the frontpanel is not pushed in. 25.
Mic level XLR input for the mic 2 channel. Accepts balanced and unbalanced inputs. Operation Installation Remove all packing materials from the PA-1209. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed. Secure the equipment into a 19" rack. Connect all cables. Set Up and Operation Before plugging the unit in, always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage.
Example 2: using the 4Ω output with four 4Ω speakers Fig. 6 Example 3: using the 8Ω output with two 4Ω speakers. Fig. 7 In a low impedance system, the total speakerload should always match the amplifier impedance This to avoid overloading the amplifier. The total speaker power should be at least the power of the amplifier to avoid damage to the speakers.
Connection Cables Take care of your cables, always holding them by the connectors and avoiding knots and twists when coiling them: This gives the advantage of increasing their life and reliability. Periodically check your cables. A great number of problems (faulty contacts, ground hum, discharges, etc.) are caused entirely by using unsuitable or faulty cables.
Maintenance DAP Audio Core PA-1209 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.