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MA60 / MA125 / MA250 General Description:
The MA60, MA125, and MA250 mixer/amplifiers, all have identical features except for the maximum power output.
The MA60 is equipped with a 60 watt power amplifier, the MA125 is equipped with a 125 watt power amplifier, and
the MA250 is equipped with a 250 watt power amplifier. Each model includes 4W, 8W, 25V, and 70V speaker
outputs that are available at a screw terminal strip. The units may be powered by a switchable 115VAC or 230VAC
@ 50/60Hz or by 24VDC. The main AC input is protected by a circuit breaker on the rear panel. An unswitched
convenience AC outlet is provided on the rear panel that is protected by a separate circuit breaker. Each model
includes 5 input channels that are switchable from XLR mic connectors to aux input dual combining RCA -phono
connectors.
An AUX-6 input channel is provided with dual combining RCA-phono connectors and a rear panel
level control. Mic-1 mutes channels 3 through 6. A separate telephone input with a rear panel level control mutes
all other inputs.
Dual RCA-phono parallel tape-out connectors and dual RCA-phono parallel PRE-OUT (preamp-
out) connectors are located on the rear panel near the POWER -AMP-IN RCA-phono connector. A jumper is
included that couples one of the PRE-OUT jacks to the POWER-AMP-IN jack. A chassis-ground termination screw
is available on the rear panel. The front panel includes channel 1-5 volume controls, treble and bass controls, a
master volume control, a main power switch, and an output level LED display. Rack mounting brackets are included
with each model.
Getting Started:
Please study carefully the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" that are given on page 2 before applying power
to your MA60, MA125, or MA125 power amplifier. Those experienced with the use of a mixer/amplifier will find that
the input jacks, output jacks, and controls follow industry standard conventions and will be very intuitive . Standard
4W, 8W, 25V, and 70V speaker outputs are provided. Those that are not familiar with the speaker wiring required
for these industry standard outputs will find a very helpful section covering this topic on pages 10, 11, and 12 of this
"Installation Sheet and Owner's Manual".
Optional Accessories (sold separately):
Lowell Manufacturing offers a full line of 19" equipment cabinets, wall mount shelves,
rack mount AC power panels, AC power strips, and cooling fans that can be used to
install the Lowell Amplifier products. See www.lowellmfg.com for product details.
Lowell Manufacturing Company
Call: 800-325-9660
100 Integram Drive
Fax: 636-257-6606
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MA60 / MA125 / MA250
INSTALLATION SHEET
AND OPERATORS MANUAL
Pacific, Missouri 63069 U.S.A.
Click: www.lowellmfg.com
REMOVABLE
PHOENIX
Instruction Sheet
CONNECTOR
IS-MA60/125/250
Issued: 3-6-18

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Summarization of Contents

Lowell MA Series Mixer Amplifier Overview
Product Description
Describes the MA60, MA125, MA250 mixer/amplifiers and their features.
Initial Setup Guidance
Instructions for initial setup and safety precautions before powering on the amplifier.
Optional Accessories
Information on optional accessories offered by Lowell Manufacturing for amplifier installation.
Critical Safety Instructions
General Safety Precautions
Comprehensive safety instructions covering installation, operation, and maintenance to prevent hazards.
Understanding Warning Symbols
Explanation of warning symbols like "Risk of Electric Shock" and "Refer to Accompanying Literature".
Technical Specifications
Amplifier Block Diagram
Visual representation of the amplifier's internal signal flow and component sections.
Detailed Product Specs
Comprehensive list of electrical, physical, and performance specifications for the amplifiers.
Panel Layout and Controls
Front Panel Overview
Identification and description of controls and indicators on the front panel.
Rear Panel Connectivity
Identification and description of input/output jacks, switches, and connectors on the rear panel.
Installation and Wiring
Pre-Installation Inspection
Procedures for inspecting the unit and performing an initial performance check.
Mounting and Ventilation
Guidelines for proper cooling, shelf mounting, and rack mounting to ensure optimal performance.
Power Connection and Grounding
Instructions for connecting the AC power cord, selecting voltage, and ensuring proper earth grounding.
Wiring Best Practices and Inputs
General Wiring Recommendations
Best practices for routing cables to prevent noise and interference, and manage ground loops.
Input Signal Connections
Explains how to connect line-level auxiliary inputs and microphone-level inputs, including phantom power.
Advanced Audio Features
Telephone Paging and Muting
Details on the telephone input channel and the amplifier's multi-level muting priority scheme.
System Integration Outputs
Tape and Preamp Output Usage
Describes the function and use of tape and preamp output jacks for signal distribution.
Power Amplifier Input Configuration
Explains the POWER AMP IN connection and how to remove a jumper for external amplifier configurations.
System Expansion and Speaker Setup
Connecting External Audio Gear
Diagrams illustrating connections for external booster amplifiers and equalizers.
Speaker Terminal Output Wiring
Guide on connecting speakers to the terminal strip outputs (70V, 25V, 8Ω, 4Ω, COM).
Low Impedance Speaker Systems
8 Ohm Wiring Configurations
Illustrates common series and parallel wiring configurations for 8 ohm speakers.
Load Safety for 8 Ohm Loads
Explains safe load impedance and power handling for 8 ohm speaker connections to prevent damage.
Constant Voltage Audio Systems
70V/25V System Benefits
Discusses the benefits and ease of use of 70V/25V distribution systems for audio.
Speaker Transformer Tap Selection
How to select appropriate transformer tap settings on speakers for optimal volume and system load.
Amplifier Load and Wiring Calculations
Selecting the Right Amplifier
Guidance on selecting an amplifier based on total speaker load and desired headroom.
Speaker Wire Gauge Guide
A chart providing wire gauge and length guidelines for minimizing signal loss in speaker lines.