The
VOLUME
and
MUTE
controls alter the signal level of
OUTPUT
1
,
2
,
3
(1)
and the headphone socket. They do not affect the output
of the record sockets (
TAPE out 1
,
2
and
3
).
Turn the
VOLUME
knob clockwise to increase volume and
anticlockwise to decrease volume.
Alternatively you can use the
button on the remote
control to increase volume and
volume –
to decrease it
(2)
.
Press the
mute
button on the remote control to switch off
OUTPUT
1
,
2
,
3
and the headphone output. Press the
mute
button again or
adjust the volume to restore the output.
The PA20R also mutes for about three seconds to allow all the
voltages to stabilize whenever you change the
GAIN
or an
INPUT
(3)
.
An LED on the front panel indicates when the PA20R is muted.
Different power amplifier and loudspeaker combinations can give
different sound levels from an identical preamplifier output signal.
For your added convenience, the PA20R has a
GAIN
control to
compensate for this. The
GAIN
control allows you to select the
right amount of preamplification to keep the volume knob near
its middle position when listening at a comfortable sound level.
The
GAIN
control also provides a suitable volume range for a wide
variety of headphones.
The
GAIN
control affects the volume of the sound from
OUTPUT
1
,
2
,
3
(1)
and the headphone socket. It does not affect the output
from the record sockets (
TAPE out 1
,
2
and
3
).
volume
mute
14
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volume control
gain control
1.
OUTPUT 3
is only functional if your PA20R has been fitted with the optional
transformer-coupled and balanced output. See page 19 for details
2. When you use the remote control, the
VOLUME
knob on the front panel will turn
automatically. Make sure that nothing interferes with the free movement of the
knob when you use the remote control
3. Muting protects your PA20R, your amplifier and your loudspeakers and prevents
unpleasant switching noises upsetting your listening experience
V O L U M E
1.
OUTPUT 3
is only functional if your PA20R has been fitted with the optional
transformer-coupled and balanced output. See page 19 for details
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