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(1) INPUT GAIN (dB)
These controls are used to adjust the input gain of each channel. They determine how loud each 
channel of the power amplifier will sound for a given input signal level. Maximum input gain is 
achieved at the fully clockwise setting, and this setting yields maximum mixer/system 
headroom. A setting of less than fully clockwise will yield lower system noise at the expense of 
mixer/system headroom. Turning the control fully counterclockwise is the off setting . It is 
always a good idea to power up any new installing at this setting to protect the system 
loudspeakers.

(2) POWER LED (POWER)
These indicators illuminate when the AC mains power is being supplied to the amp and both 
channels are operational. If either channel experiences fault conditions, exceeds safe operating 
temperature limits, or if the mains circuit breaker trips; both channel power LED will be dark, 
indicating shutdown. If the BRIDGE mode is selected, the indicator on channel B will remain 
dark as a positive indication of this mode selection.

(3) SIGNAL ACTIVITY LEDS (SIGNAL)
These indicators illuminate when the associated channel output signal level exceeds 1 V RMS.

(4) OVERLOAD LEDS (CLIP)
These indicators illuminate when the associated channel has been overloaded.

(5) FAULT LEDS (FAULT)
These indicators illuminate when the amplifier just turned on or if the amplifier is detected 
some problem inside such as overheat or circuit problem so that can protect the amplifier.

(6) POWER SWITCH 
This heavy-duty, rocker-type switch turns on the mains power to the amplifier. When the mains 
power is applied, there is a three-second delay in activation of the unit. This reduces/eliminates 
the turn-on transients associated with the system equipment connected to the amplifier and 
protects loudspeakers.

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Summary of Contents for PTA3000

Page 1: ...PROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER OPERATING GUIDE PTA3000 ...

Page 2: ...ratus near water 6 Clean only with a dry cloth 7 Do not block any of the ventilation openings Install in accordance with manufacture s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as a radiator heat register stove or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one ...

Page 3: ...7 Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise induced hearing loss but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient time The US Government s Occupational and Health Administration OSHA has specified the following permissible noise level exposures Sound Level dBA...

Page 4: ...out 1 4 jacks and activation switches for the LOW CUT filter and crossover 150Hz X OVER Channel output sections feature dual shock proof binding posts and four conductor Speakon connectors An additional four conductor Speakon connector allows BRIDGE mode output UNPACKING Inspect the amplifier during unpacking If any damage is found notify your dealer immediately Be sure to save the carton and all ...

Page 5: ...ture limits or if the mains circuit breaker trips both channel power LED will be dark indicating shutdown If the BRIDGE mode is selected the indicator on channel B will remain dark as a positive indication of this mode selection 3 SIGNAL ACTIVITY LEDS SIGNAL These indicators illuminate when the associated channel output signal level exceeds 1 V RMS 4 OVERLOAD LEDS CLIP These indicators illuminate ...

Page 6: ... colored green and yellow 2 The wire that is colored blue must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter N or the color black 3 The wire that is colored brown must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the little L or the color red 8 BINDING POST OUTPUTS Shockproof binding post speaker outputs are provided on the amplifier For each channel the outputs are in parallel a...

Page 7: ...e fans should be in low speed The fans should never stop unless the amplifier is switched off or the AC mains power source is interrupted 13 COMBO INPUT CONNECTOR The combo connector offers both female XLR and 1 4 phone jack balanced inputs for each channel The XLR is wired with pin 1 as ground pin 2 positive input and pin 3 negative input The 1 4 phone jack is a tip ring sleeve 3 conductor type w...

Page 8: ...mation 16 THRU LOW OUT JACKS As per previous crossover discussion this 1 4 jack supplies low frequency out signals from the activated crossover for patching to additional power amplifier inputs providing added flexibility in larger bi amped systems When the crossover function is not activated this jack converts to a THRU function where the output of the electronically balanced input circuitry is s...

Page 9: ... illuminated In any event action should be taken to correct the cause of the thermal shutdown If the amplifier is not severely overloaded or shorted and air flow is normal in and out of the amplifier then steps should be taken to provide a cooler environment for all the amplifiers As a general rule the cooler electronic equipment is operated the longer its useful service life In most low to medium...

Page 10: ...AMPLIFIER CONFIGURATIONS ...

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Page 12: ...dge mode mono 8 Ohms EIA 1 kHz 1 THD HUM NOISE Stereo mode below rated output power 4 ohms DISTORTION SMPTE IM INPUT SENSITIVITY IMPEDANCE rated output power 4 ohms Balanced TRS 1 4 phone jack Balanced XLR pin 2 positive Overall system gain per channel DISTORTION THD typical value Stereo mode both channels driven 4 Ohms 20 Hz to 20 kHz 10dB below rated power 20 Hz to 2 kHz at full rated power FREQ...

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