Introduction - Samson MXS3000 Owner's Manual

Introduction

The Samson MXS Series stereo power amplifiers have been designed to provide solid,
clean output with low distortion and wide dynamic range, along with the dependability
demanded by professional front-of-house engineers and installers.
The efficient Class H design provides an abundance of power safely into loads as low
as 2 ohms, over the full frequency band, from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. Input connections are
made via both balanced XLR and balanced ¼" TRS connections. The MXS Series power
amplifier provides standard binding posts as well as a Speakon® output connectors. To
help you set the correct operating levels, the MXS amplifiers include front panel Signal,
Output Level, and Peak LED indicators.
Like all Samson power amplifiers, the MXS Series power amplifiers internal electronics
are based around a serious power-core, with robust power supply's built to handle large
current demand from bass frequencies. To keep the MXS amplifiers running cool, the
design employs forced-air cooling via a temperature-sensitive, variable speed fan, which
greatly reduces the chance of thermal and overheating problems. Multi-stage protection
for power-up, short circuit, DC output, over current, and thermal, assures high reliability
under the most grueling situations.
Optimized for live sound venues, houses of worship, commercial installations, and for
driving live PA systems, the MXS amplifiers will deliver reliable power from gig-to-gig
and venue-to-venue. In the following pages, you'll find a detailed description of the
many features of the MXS Series power amplifier, as well as a guided tour through
its front and rear panels, step-by-step instructions for its setup and use, and full
specifications.
We recommend you keep the following records for reference, as well as a copy of your
sales receipt.
Serial number: ____________________________________________
Date of purchase: __________________________________________
Dealer name: _____________________________________________
With proper care and maintenance, your MXS power amplifier will operate trouble-free
for many years. Should your amplifier ever require servicing, a Return Authorization (RA)
number must be obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number,
the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-
6766) for an RA number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing
materials and, if possible, return the unit in its original carton. If your MXS amplifier
was purchased outside of the United States, contact your local distributor for warranty
details and service information.
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