CONTROL PANEL FEATURES
1. POWER SWITCH (reset)
Push the upper portion of the power switch to turn the system on. If
the blue POWER indicator is on but there is no sound or the Protect
LED is on, reset, turn the power off for 10 seconds and then turn it
back on. If the problem persists, check for; a) lack of Input signal,
b) external speaker impedance being too low for the amp, c) bad
speaker cable, d) damaged speaker, or e) blocked fan intake.
2. POWER LED
The POWER LED indicates the unit is turned on and functioning
properly.
3. SIGNAL LED
The SIGNAL LED indicates there is a signal present at the INPUT
XLR.
4. LIMIT LED
The LIMIT LED indicates maximum output of the system is being
reached. A flashing LIMIT LED is acceptable, the DSP will reduce
peaks to prevent amp clipping. If the LIMIT LED is continuously ON,
reduce the level going in to the INPUT XLR. As with any system,
reduce the volume if distortion is heard.
5. DIGITAL DISPLAY
The bright green LED DIGITAL DISPLAY will display various informa-
tion about the system and its settings. When you first turn on the unit,
the display will indicate which preset is loaded. To change settings
use the UP/DOWN (SET) and LEFT/RIGHT buttons.
6. SETTING BUTTONS (SET)
Use the UP and DOWN (SET) buttons to load different presets for
external speaker connections. The LEFT and RIGHT buttons will
allow editing of more advanced settings, which are explained in the
SETTINGS MENU section of this manual. There are only a few to
select from.
7. INPUT/THRU XLR CONNECTORS
Connect the INPUT XLR to a signal source such as the output of
a mixer. The THRU XLR can be connected to more TRx3010A’s,
TRx3018A’s or other units.
8. REMOTE LEVEL (MUTE) CONNECTOR
This is a terminal block connector with 5 volt control of volume,
typically used in permanent installations. Short the CTL and GND
pins to MUTE.
9. USB PORT
The USB port is for updating system firmware such as additional
Carvin Audio speaker presets for Carvin Audio speakers connected
to the SATELLITE SPEAKER output.
10. PROTECT LED
The PROTECT LED indicates one of the protection circuits has
activated and no sound will be heard from the amp. To reset the
amp, turn the power off for about 10 seconds, then turn it back ON.
If the PROTECT LED stays lit for more than 5 seconds, check your
SPEAKER OUTPUT cable connnections, speaker impedance or a
blocked fan intake.
11. SATELLITE SPEAKER OUTPUT
The SATELLITE SPEAKER output is a Twist-Lock connector for
powering external speakers. Presets for several Carvin Audio speakers
are pre-programmed. If there is no preset for your speaker, manual
settings are available. Speakers can be chained together so long as
the total impedance does not go below 4 ohms. If you go below the
minimum speaker load, the amp may shut off or the red PROTECT
LED may light. To reset the protection circuit, turn off the POWER
switch and connect the recommended load.
12. FAN INTAKE / EXHAUST VENTS
The power module features a variable speed fan, which runs silent
at low speeds. Make sure the fan intake and exhaust vents are free
from blockage at all times.
13. AC IN / AC OUT POWER JACKS & FUSE
Be sure to plug into the proper voltage using AC IN jack. A detach-
able locking power cord is supplied (for European 230V use a CEE-7
plug cord set). Plug the cord into a grounded 3 prong power source.
No attempt should ever be made to use the amp without the ground
connected.
The AC OUT connector can be used to power one or two units such
as another TRx3010A/TRx3018A, a powered speaker, or any device
with 10A or less rating.
The FUSE is located internally near the AC input. To check or
replace, first remove the power cord and then remove the amp
module from the speaker enclosure and then remove the front panel
to access the fuse. The fuse type is a 250V Slow Blow rated at 15A.
A locking AC cord (Carvin Audio part# 120V16L7, 120V model) is
supplied with the amp. However, a standard AC cord can be used.
To detach the cord from the amp, press the release lever on the
underside of the cord near the amp.
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