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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1)

Read these instructions.

2)

Keep these instructions.

3)

Heed all warnings.

4)

Follow all instructions.

5)

Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)

Clean only with a dry cloth.

7)  In CE countries, this amplifier is considered “professional equipment.” In order to comply with CE requirements, the customer is required to obtain permission from the local supply authority

before connecting this equipment.

8)

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

9)

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatuses that produce heat.

10) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third

grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

11) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

12) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

13)

Use only with a cart, stand, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

14) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

15) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been

spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

16) To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

This triangle, which appears on your component,

alerts you to the presence of uninsulated,

dangerous voltage inside the enclosure -

voltage that may be sufficient to

constitute a risk of shock.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This triangle, which appears on your component,

alerts you to important operating and

maintenance instructions in this

accompanying literature.

Summary of Contents for LX - REV 3

Page 1: ...LX Power Amplifier User Guide...

Page 2: ...nched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 12 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 13 Use only with a cart stand bra...

Page 3: ...ocedure practice condition or the like that if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in damage to or destruction of part or all of the product Note Calls attention to information that is...

Page 4: ...ection 1 Getting Started About the LX Power Amplifiers 1 2 Highlights Product Registration 1 3 Installation Considerations 1 3 Section 2 Basic Operation Front Panel Overview 2 2 Rear Panel Overview 2...

Page 5: ...condensando los materiales para las se ales de da o Informe cualquier da o en seguida al portador el funcionamiento defectuoso de equipo de informe a su distribuidor D BALLER ET INSPECTI N Apr s avoi...

Page 6: ...1 Getting Started About the LX Power Amplifiers 1 2 Highlights Product Registration 1 3 Installation Considerations 1 3...

Page 7: ...LX amplifiers to be controlled with associated components such as the MC 12 or MC 8 Digital Controller In addition a ground lift switch can be used to eliminate audible hum caused from multiple groun...

Page 8: ...hannel Bridgeable architecture for higher power output 400W at 8 Oversized toroidal power transformer with extraordinarily low DC resistance and thermal protection High power supply voltage 160V for e...

Page 9: ...2 Basic Operation Front Panel Overview 2 2 Rear Panel Overview 2 4 Cooling System 2 8 Protection Modes 2 8 Thermal Protection DC Protection...

Page 10: ...deactivates the LX amplifier When the unit is in standby pressing the standby button deactivates standby mode and activates the LX amplifier The red standby button LED will flash for approximately fiv...

Page 11: ...rmal Operation Constant Bright Blue 1 distortion in the audio signal Reduce vol ume level to help eliminate potentially damaging audio signals from reaching the speakers Flashing Red The temperature o...

Page 12: ...s shown on page 2 6 The rear panels are similar except the LX 7 amplifier includes two additional channels 1 8 9 3 6 4 5 2 7 External wiring connected to connectors marked with the triangle pictured a...

Page 13: ...ed voltage may cause the amplifier to enter a protection mode indicated by the red standby LED flashing 3 INPUT 1 to 7 LX 7 or 1 to 5 LX 5 Provide audio input for the speakers connected to the corresp...

Page 14: ...7 rear panel is shown on page 2 4 Both are similar except the LX 7 features two additional channels 1 8 9 3 6 4 5 2 7 External wiring connected to connectors marked with the triangle pictured at the...

Page 15: ...the audio inputs are grounded to the chassis This switch should be set to ON whenever there is ground noise present in the system 8 TRIGGER INPUT Enables the amplifier to be controlled by the MC 12 M...

Page 16: ...ansistor reaches its maximum allowable temperature it is instantly restrict ed until the temperature decreases JTS s dynamic nature enables it to avoid the problems inherent in competing products that...

Page 17: ...the corresponding front panel channel status LED will no longer be lit After approximately 4 seconds DC protection will be automatically deactivated The relay will close and the corresponding channel...

Page 18: ...3 Troubleshooting Maintenance Troubleshooting 3 2 Maintenance 3 3...

Page 19: ...wer switch is set to on 2 Make certain the rear panel TRIGGER INPUT switch is set to OFF One or more channels is not passing audio but the corresponding channel status LED is lit blue 1 Make sure the...

Page 20: ...xicon com for answers to frequently asked questions and additional troubleshooting information MAINTENANCE The following routine maintenance should be performed on a periodic basis Clean the exterior...

Page 21: ...A Appendix Specifications A 2 Declaration of Conformity A 4...

Page 22: ...ormance Minimum 2 INDIVIDUAL Mode Speaker 4 BRIDGED Mode Impedance Performance Continued Frequency 20Hz to 20kHz 0 1dB Response 10Hz to 100kHz 0 5 3dB THD Below 0 02 at 200W 8 all channels driven 20Hz...

Page 23: ...s A 3 Other Continued Weight LX 7 LX 5 56lbs 25 4kg 52lbs 23 6kg Rack Mounting Optional brackets are available for mounting either amplifier in stan dard 9 inch equipment rack Specifications are subje...

Page 24: ...d EN 60065 1998 Manufacturer Lexicon Inc 3 Oak Park Bedford MA 01730 1441 USA The equipment identified here conforms to the Directive s and Standard s specified above Type of Equipment LX 5 and LX 7 P...

Page 25: ...to 1 3 Maintenance 3 3 Male Cable End XLR 2 5 Illustration MODE Switch 2 5 2 7 3 2 OUTPUTs 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 Power Outage 3 3 Power Switch 2 5 3 2 Product Registration 1 3 Protection Modes 2 8...

Page 26: ...on about where the unit should be taken or sent When making a written request please include your name complete address and daytime telephone number the product model and serial numbers and a descript...

Page 27: ...nc 3 Oak Park Bedford MA 01730 1413 USA Tel 781 280 0300 Fax 781 280 0490 www lexicon com Customer Support Tel 781 280 0300 Fax 781 280 0495 Sales Fax 781 280 0499 Service Lexicon Part No 070 14876 Re...

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