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O W N E R ' S M A N U A L
SC A MP/Signal Controlled Amplif ier Power
Congratulations on your purchase of this precision component and thank you for your selection of
Parasound. The Parasound SCAMP is designed to automatically power on virtually all the electronic
equipment within your audio/video system. This makes it possible for single button operation to supply
AC power to your entire system. SCAMP is extremely flexible and can be configured in a variety of
ways, so please take time to review this manual to make full use of its capabilities.
Product Overview
The Parasound SCAMP automatically triggers two internal 15 A relays whenever it senses an audio signal
from a signal source such as a preamplifier or surround processor. 15 A relays control AC outlets on the
SCAMP's rear panel. The audio signal level necessary to trigger the SCAMP is internally adjustable from
7 mV to 250 mV; the default level setting is 100 mV. (Refer to drawing #3)
The SCAMP can also be triggered on from a DC source ranging from +5 Vdc to +12 Vdc. Once the SCAMP
has been triggered on with an audio signal or DC voltage, it provides a co12 Vdc supply to trigger on
other DC controlled devices such as screen motors or additional SCAMPs. The DC output trigger voltage
ceases five minutes after the SCAMP stops receiving an audio signal or DC input trigger voltage.
The relays built into the SCAMP are triggered sequentially to prevent excessive in-rush current through your
home's AC circuit breakers. The turn-on delay time is internally adjustable from 0 to 8 seconds. The turn off
time for the AC outlets and DC output trigger is 5 minutes after the audio signal or DC input trigger voltage
is removed. The SCAMPs high current internal relays and heavy duty AC receptacles make it suitable for
use even with large power amplifiers such as the Parasound HCA-1206 or HCA-2200II. Two or more
SCAMPs may be linked together and the turn-on delay time of the additional SCAMPs can be internally
adjusted for up to eight seconds.
Unpacking the SCAMP
You should find the following items within the packing carton:
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The SCAMP
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This manual
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A 14 AWG audiophile-grade AC cord
If any of these items are missing, contact your Parasound Dealer or Parasound Technical Services. Save
your carton and inserts for safe transport in case you move or the unit ever requires repair. Before shipping
the unit, be sure to pack it into an additional outer carton for protection. The audiophile grade AC cord is
packed separately in the carton. This is the only cord we recommend for use with your SCAMP.
S C A M P / S i g n a l C o n t r o l l e d A m p l i f i e r
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AC Present
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