Introduction; Precautions - Macrom 42.15 Owner's Manual

For us at MACROM the achievement of the best sound quality is one of our greatest concerns. In
buying the Digital Ready amplifier MACROM 42.15/42.17 we realize that this is also your concern.
This unit offers 70/100 Watt max. per channel at 4 Ohm or 150/200 Watt max. when mono-bridged
with pure and stable sound qualities.
This instruction manual has been prepared in order to help you to make the most of the outstanding
performances and the advanced features and functions of your new amp.
We advise you to read these instructions carefully to famialirise yourself with all the special feature
of your 42.15/42.17.
Please report any problem to your nearest MACROM dealer.
1. The unit may be damaged by wrong lead connection, therefore read carefully the instructions
of this manual for the correct connection of the leads.
2. The last lead to be connected is the one to the positive (+) terminal of the battery; connect this
lead only after having completed and checked all other connections.
3. Due to the power of the 42.15/42.17 it is imperative that all connections are clean and secure
in order to avoid damage to the unit.
4. Be sure to install the amplifier in a position with good air circulation and good heat dissipation.
5. In case of fuse replacement make sure to use fuses of the same amperage.
The use of fuses with the wrong amperage may seriously damage the components of the unit.
If fuses blow more than once, carefully check all electrical connections. Also have your car's
voltage regulator checked. Do not attempt to repair the unit yourself. If repairs are ever needed,
take the unit to your MACROM dealer or to your nearest MACROM service station.
6. In order to obtain the best possible performance from this unit, make sure that the temperature
inside your car is within the range of -10° C and +60° C before you switch the unit on. Good air
circulation is essential to prevent heat build-up inside the unit.

INTRODUCTION

PRECAUTIONS

7