DPx1500 generation DUAL CHANNEL HEXFET AUDIO POWER AMPLIFIER WITH CLIP LIMITING & TAPS CONTROL OWNERS MANUAL For EUROPEAN 220V -230V OPERATION INTERNATIONAL LTD COMBE HOUSE - STOKE ST MICHAEL -BATH - SOMERSET - ENGLAND...
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CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 1. Preface 2. Installation 3. Connections 4. Input Cables 5. Output Connections 6. Power Connection OPERATION: 1. SIGNAL/PEAK INDICATOR 2. MONO/STEREO MODE 3. LOAD/ FAULT INDICATOR ALARM 4. POWERING UP AMPLIFIER MAINTENANCE FAULTS AND THEIR LIKELY CAUSES TECHNICAL DATA...
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GETTING STARTED PREFACE Although the power amplifier is a rugged piece of professional audio equipment and is heavy, it is also a high specification modern electronic assembly and should be handled with care. The packaging of the unit is specifically designed to safely transport this product. In the unlikely event of the product requiring servicing, this packaging is the safest way to transport it.
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INPUT CABLES All the inputs are BALANCED for low noise and to give high quality from professional equipment, but it can be used for UNBALANCED sources by using the wiring of the XLR connectors as shown, although it is advised that the cable lengths be as short as possible.
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OPERATION Your DPX Amplifier is now ready for use. Before attempting to operate it, however, it is advisable to familiarise yourself with the functions of the controls and the significance of the indicators. 1. Power Switch: Isolates the unit from the mains power supply. 2.
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Except on switch on, this red LED should never light. In extreme overload conditions it may come on, but it is usually proceeded by very heavy distortion. If this happens then turn down amplifier volumes, then wait until the amplifier has cooled. (indicated by cold air coming out of the air outlet), turn the amplifier volumes back to a reasonable setting, taking note of the peak indicators.
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3. Even when the output is low, the output sounds distorted. Any of your leads may have a faulty connection in the plug or damaged cables. 4. Output distorted at medium volume setting. Amplifier is running too hot, ensure free airflow into and out of the unit. (See section a. Placing the power amplifier).
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GUARANTEE YOUR EQUIPMENT IS GUARANTEED FOR A PERIOD OF TWELVE MONTHS TAKEN FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE OF THE PRODUCT AGAINST ANY DEFECTS DUE TO FAULTY MATERIALS OR FAULTY MANUFACTURING. DURING THIS PERIOD, REPAIRS TO THE EQUIPMENT WILL BE CARRIED OUT WITHOUT CHARGE FOR LABOUR OR MATERIALS BY ANY AUTHORISED DEALER OR THE FACTORY SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS.
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