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PAS-A4100
PAS-A4100
4-Channel Ampli er
TRIGGER IN
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PAS-A4100
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TRIGGER OUT
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AUTO
TRIGGER
CAN/ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)
Four Channel Analog Filtering Amplifier
Installation Guide
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OFF ON
100Hz
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20Hz
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CLASS 2 WIRING
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Nice North America LLC
5919 Sea Otter Place, Carlsbad, CA USA 92010
CLASS 2 WIRING
Designed and Engineered in the U.S.A, Made in China
T6.3AL 250V~
4
100-120 / 220-240V~
50/60Hz 400W
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Summary of Contents for Nice PROFICIENT AUDIO PAS-A4100
- Page 1 PAS-A4100 PAS-A4100 4-Channel Ampli er TRIGGER IN Nice North America LLC 5919 Sea Otter Place, Carlsbad, CA USA 92010 OFF ON CLASS 2 WIRING OFF ON CLASS 2 WIRING Designed and Engineered in the U.S.A, Made in China 100Hz 100Hz...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Introduction . - Page 3 Thank you for purchasing the Proficient PAS-A4100 amplifier, one of the most flexible and convenient amplifiers ever offered, your new “go-to” amp . Like all Nice products, the Proficient PAS-A4100 is built to the highest standards of quality control and reliability . With proper installation and operation, you’ll enjoy years of trouble-free use .
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions . 18 . Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like . Keep these instructions . 19 . Open flame sources, such as lighted candles, Heed all warnings . should NOT be placed on the apparatus . -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction The Proficient PAS-A4100 Four Channel Analog Filtering Amplifier is designed for flexibility and convenience for the vast majority of distributed audio and home entertainment applications . It is powerful, easy to configure and install . The Proficient PAS-A4100 delivers up to 100 watts of power to each of four independent channels . -
Page 6: Features And Benefits
Features and Benefits Real World Power The Proficient PAS-A4100 deploys four independent channels of up to 100 watts per channel peak and over 70 watts per channel continuous with an 8Ω load and all channels driven . The power nearly doubles when presented with a 4Ω load . The Proficient PAS-A4100 delivers more than enough power for the vast majority of architectural and outdoor speakers . -
Page 7: Reliable Connections
Features and Benefits Reliable Connections The Proficient 4-Channel Amplifier features gold plated stereo inputs, cascade stereo outputs, and five way binding posts to ensure perfect connections without corrosion for years to come . Turn-On Modes The Proficient 4-Channel Amplifier family features three turn-on modes: 1 . -
Page 8: Installation Considerations
Installation Considerations Placement Place the amplifier on a flat level surface like a table or shelf . It should be placed upright so that its weight rests on the four attached feet . Placing the weight of the amplifier on the rear or front panel for even an instant will result in damage to the amplifier’s connectors and controls . -
Page 9: Turn-On Modes
3-24V AC or DC voltage detected at the trigger input . Voltage triggers can be supplied by Nice automated switchers, some video projectors, some surround sound processors, or something as simple as a 12 volt AC wall adapter plugged into the switched outlet of your stereo receiver . -
Page 10: Bridged Mode
Installation Considerations Bridged Mode OFF ON CLASS 2 WIRING OFF ON CLASS 2 WIRI 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 20Hz 20Hz BRIDGE BRIDGE The Proficient PAS-A4100 is bridgeable in pairs, each bridged mode switch allows you to bridge either channels 1 with 2 or 3 with 4 . The example below is for bridging channels 1 and 2 . - Page 11 Installation Considerations Front panel “Master Power” switch turns off the entire amplifier, including the Turn-On circuitry . PAS-A4100 4-Channel Ampli er 3 .5 mm mini-jack for voltage input Turn-On Main Inputs enable you Mode to route a stereo line level Switch Analog High-Pass Filters source to the amplifier .
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Page 12: Front And Rear Panel Details
“red” to when signal is present and red indicate activation of the amplifier’s when clipping built-in protection circuitry Nice North America LLC 5919 Sea Otter Place, Carlsbad, CA USA 92010 CLASS 2 WIRING OFF ON CLASS 2 WIRING Designed and Engineered in the U.S.A, Made in China... -
Page 13: Installation
. Control Output This terminal provides a 12V DC signal suitable for triggering Nice automated switchers, some motorized screens, some electric curtain controls, etc . The trigger voltage is present only when the amplifier is active or “on” . When the amplifier turns “off”, the 12 Volt signal is off . -
Page 14: Speaker Wire Connections
Installation Speaker Wire Connections BANANA PLUGS There are many types of BARE WIRE banana plugs, some crimp, Unscrew the red or some solder . The gold black plastic knob, banana plug has 3 quick- insert the bare wire connect binding post for the end into the opening, bare wire on the body of the and then tighten the... -
Page 15: Line Level Audio Input
Installation Line Level Audio Input CAUTION! The amplifier must be off whenever you make changes to the input connections . Cascade Audio Outputs The “Cascade Audio Outputs” enable you to connect an adjacent channel or another amplifier to your preamplifier output . The connectors are gold-plated RCA phono jacks . -
Page 16: Ac Power Plug
Installation AC Power Plug CAUTION! Typically a preamp/receiver’s switched outlet is not rated for a power amplifier . The Proficient PAS-A4100 draws 400 watts maximum from an AC wall outlet respectively . Use a dedicated AC wall outlet along with the amplifier’s auto turn on circuit to ensure adequate power . -
Page 17: Operation
Operation Power Switch The front panel switch is a master or “vacation” power switch . No matter which turn-on mode you have selected, the master power switch will turn off all circuitry including the sensing circuitry . If you will not be using the amplifier for an extended period of time, turn the master power switch “Off”... -
Page 18: Input Level Adjustment Control
Operation Input Level Adjustment Control The rear panel Input Level adjustment screws allow you to adjust the level of the amplifier relative to other amplifiers in your system and / or to limit maximum safe gain to protect speakers in the system . NOTE: Start this adjustment with the Input Level Adjustment Controls at their factory default . -
Page 19: Listening At Higher Volumes
Operation For systems that ARE NOT operated by remote control; i.e. in-wall volume controls, touch pads, etc., Use the Input Level Controls to set a maximum “safe” volume level to protect your speakers and / or optimize the signal-to-noise ratios between source components and amplifier . -
Page 20: Troubleshooting Guide
When there is a problem, consult this guide first . If the problem persists, or you have additional questions, call your local Nice dealer or Nice Technical Support at 1-800-421-1587 . The most common problems relate to hook up . Call from your telephone extension nearest the system . -
Page 21: Specifications
Specifications Specification Value Max Power 100W per channel @ 8 ohms with all channels driven Max Input Level Max 12V DC Current Output for ‘Trigger Out’ 12VDC @ 150mA Connection Rated Power 70W @ 8 Ohms 0.8V rms Input Sensitivity Gain 30 dB THD+N... -
Page 22: Limited Warranty
– claims made without proof of purchase will be denied) who will test the product and if necessary, forward it to Nice North America for service . If there are no authorized Nice dealers in your area, you must contact Nice North America to receive a factory Return Authorization Number . -
Page 23: Notes
Notes... - Page 24 Technical Support: Nice North America c/o Customer Service 800-421-1587 5919 Sea Otter Place, Suite 100 Technical Support Hours: Carlsbad, CA 92010 Monday – Friday, 6am – 4pm PST Niceforyou .com ©2023 Nice North America LLC. All rights reserved. 10033694 Rev-A...