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BPA 2 & BPA 3 Power Amplifiers

Summary of Contents for Proceed BPA 2

Page 1: ...BPA 2 BPA 3 Power Amplifiers...

Page 2: ...en closure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to per sons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of...

Page 3: ...sis tance 3 AC extension cords are not recommended for use with this product If an extension cord must be used be sure it is an approved type and has sufficient current carrying capacity to power this...

Page 4: ...Madrigal Audio Laboratories thank you for choosing this Proceed power amplifier A great deal of effort went into the design and construction of this precision device Used properly it will give you man...

Page 5: ...ural design 10 Low impedance power supply 10 Balanced inputs 10 Robust output stage 10 Extensive protection 10 Front Panel 1 1 Rear Panel 13 Remote turn on tip polarity 14 Care Maintenance 16 U S and...

Page 6: ...he top of the BPA must be kept free from any obstruction which would reduce the flow of air through the unit The best rule of thumb is this if the top of your BPA is too hot to touch when idle it need...

Page 7: ...anufactured 230V only in European Union countries in compliance with CE regulations Make sure that the label on the rear of the BPA indicates the cor rect AC operating voltage for your location The op...

Page 8: ...between the two con nectors to select between them Using these switches select the appropriate input for each channel given your interconnecting cables and preamplifier s capabilities 3 CONNECT YOUR...

Page 9: ...tulations Y ou should now be able to enjoy your favorite music while reading the rest of this manual Please do read the rest of this manual It contains much valuable information about your new amplifi...

Page 10: ...lds an optimal environment in which the amplifier may operate to its maximum potential Balanced inputs Each channel of your BPA is individually configurable to receive either balanced or single ended...

Page 11: ...on the amplifier will remain on thereafter the two will remain in sync If power is removed from the BPA it will automatically re sync with the con trol unit in the course of normal operation No user...

Page 12: ...d When the indicator light is glowing red the unit is in standby see 1 above If the indicator light is completely off the amplifier is not re ceiving power Check your AC connections and the rear panel...

Page 13: ...BPA then to the AC mains outlet Warning The Proceed BPA has been safety tested and is designed for operation with a three conductor power cord Do not defeat the third pin or earth ground of the AC pow...

Page 14: ...commend using high quality speaker cable we suggest you see your Proceed dealer for specific recommendations Caution NEVER connect the Proceed BPA output terminals to any device other than a loudspeak...

Page 15: ...tputs of your preamplifier to the corresponding balanced inputs on the BPA 6 INPUT SELECT SWITCH This small switch is found between the balanced XLR input and the single ended RCA input on each channe...

Page 16: ...a soft cloth Dampen the cloth with alcohol first and then lightly clean the surface of the amplifier with the cloth Do not use excessive amounts of alcohol that might drip off the cloth and into the...

Page 17: ...authorization must first be obtained by either calling or writing the factory prior to shipping the component The factory will pay for return shipping charges only in the event that the component is f...

Page 18: ...d the Madrigal Technical Services Department locate and repair the difficulty as quickly as possible A copy of the original bill of sale will serve to verify warranty status Please in clude it with th...

Page 19: ...W at idle BPA 3 Mains voltage determined by the needs of country for which the unit was manufactured cannot be reset by dealer or user Overall dimensions See Dimensions Shipping weight 47 lbs 21 4 kg...

Page 20: ...cm 15 47 39 29 cm 17 26 43 84 cm 16 87 42 85 cm 17 61 44 73 cm outputs outputs trigger inputs b made in u s a ac mains BPA3 outputs channel 1 right w h e n v i e w e d f r o m t h e f r o n t input s...

Page 21: ...To use the rack mount kit simply bolt the shelf securely to the rack slide the am plifier into place and then mount the provided trim ring around the faceplate of the amplifier which will protrude fr...

Page 22: ...U S A m Madrigal Audio Laboratories Inc 2081 South Main Street P O Box 781 Middletown Connecticut 06457 USA Telephone 860 346 0896 Fax 860 346 1540 http www madrigal com PR O C E E D R is a registered...

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