Technomad PowerChiton Series Installation And Operation Manual

Technomad PowerChiton™ Installation and Operation Guide
The PowerChiton™ line is a revolutionary new series of amplifiers for use in harsh environments. They
are ideal for applications where no equipment-room is available to protect rack mounted amplifiers.
Because the PowerChitons are intended for permanent outdoor installation, the audio and power con-
nections are internal terminal blocks. Cables pass through the weatherproof housing of the PowerChi-
ton via compression fittings. The PowerChiton operates off of 120VAC or 240VAC power (factory con-
figured), and has two line-level audio inputs. Standard PowerChitons ship ready to accept unbalanced
line level audio signals (2). The PowerChiton can be ordered with optional Ethernet, Twisted-Pair, or RF
interfaces. An internal mixer allows volume adjustment of two audio sources.
Audio Connection
NOTE: Wire the audio connections before the power connections. If you have purchased a PowerChi-
ton that already has a ethernet interface or twisted pair receiver, you do not need to install audio con-
nections so proceed to the power connection steps.
INTERNAL MIXER
+
-
CH. 1
Balanced
+ +
CH. 2
Unbalanced
- -
WARNING! HIGH VOLTAGE
LINE
NEUTRAL
GROUND
Technomad Power Chiton Power Amplifier
Nano Micro
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Power Connection
NOTE: Any work involved high voltage circuits should be done by someone with suitable qualifications.
All work must be compliant with local electrical codes. Only use 12-gauge, outdoor-grade, three con-
ductor power cable.
LINE 2
LINE 1
OPTIONAL INTERFACE LOCATION:
Twisted Pair, Ethernet
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To connect the PowerChiton to the audio sources,
follow these steps:
1) Disconnect the PowerChiton from AC supply be-
fore beginning work.
2) Remove the two screws securing the lid of the en-
closure.
3) Open the enclosure.
4) Unscrew one of the two central cord grip (com-
pression fitting) on the bottom of the unit and remove.
There are two entry points for the case where there
are two different inputs being wired to the unit. These
cord-grips ship with a small sealing plug which needs
to be removed prior to cable installation.
5) Feed the audio source cable(s) through the cord
grip.
6) The PowerChiton features a pair of line level audio
inputs. You can use either or both. Each has a set of
terminal marked + , - and ground. Connect the audio
cable to either cable in accordance with the polarity of
the source cable. If you have two sources, connect
the second cable at this time.
7) Reinstall the cord grip and tighten securely.
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