Bogen PM-3180, PM-3000 manual A1/VOL OFF, Inhibit

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Programming

Inhibit

This function lets the installer inhibit the user’s ability to change the preset volume and tone settings for a particular amplifier (Bass and Treble are always inhibited together as Tones. Pressing BASS or TREB does the same thing). Once set, the unit will not respond to commands from the front panel or remote controller for this amplifier channel in the user mode.

1.Enter programming mode and press the NEXT or BACK buttons until INHIBIT appears on the display.

2.Press ENT to enter the function.

3.Select an amp/channel by pressing one of the AMP buttons.

4.Press one of the control buttons

(VOL, BASS or TREB). The dis-

A1/VOL OFF

play shows the current amplifier

and the inhibit status for the

selected control. You should

hear program over the speakers.

5. In the illustration at right, VOL is

the selected control. Press the

NEXT or BACK buttons to toggle

between VOL ON and VOL OFF. (ON means that the volume function inhibit is on and no user volume control is available on AMP 1. Likewise for the other functions.)

6.Press ENT to store the selection. The PROG LED will blink to indicate that data was stored.

Note: Volume and tone inhibit status for each amplifier can be performed at one time. Simply press one of the other buttons (VOL, BASS or TREB) after completing Step 6 and continue as before :

7.Once the Inhibit function has been set, press EXIT to return to the func- tion menu. At this point you can exit the programming mode or press NEXT or BACK to select another function.

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Contents User’s guide Models PM-3000 & PM-3180 User’s Guide Publication No July Owner’s Information Contents Unpacking AccessoriesPacking List ConventionsDescription IntroductionProMatrix units have the following features FeaturesPM-3180 has these additional features PM-3000 includesQuick Start Install Control PanelTo mount the control panel in a remote location Fan Outlet PM-3180 only Do Not BlockBasic Wiring Microphone Feature Default Options Factory Programmed ConfigurationInput Priority Level = highest, 6 = lowestBasic Operation To Apply Power to the UnitUnderstanding the Control Panel To Select an Amp or Preamplifier ChannelTo Control Bass or Treble To Control VolumeTo Select a Specific Input To Return to Auto SwitchingTo identify which amplifier is under manual control Important Operational Notes Aux Input Trim AdjustmentRear Panel Model PM-3000 Rear Panel Model PM-3180 Auxa Infrared Remote Controller Outputs For PM-3000 Preamplifier Wiring InformationOutputs For PM-3180 Amplifier AUX Inputs Audio Process Link Wiring PM-3180 OnlyAux Input Trim Controls Mic a MIC InputsMic B Mic B/TelUser Operation To Apply Power to the ProMatrix UnitProMatrix Control Panel To Select an Amp/ChannelTo Control Volume, Bass or Treble Important Operational Notes To Return to Auto SwitchingProgramming Enter Programming ModeProgramming Menu DefaultsAssignment A1/AUXAProgramming Prec VOX Mic Set UpTo Set MIC Parameters IN-MIC ALC on PPS OFFPress ENT to store the selection Press ENT to store the selecPresets A1/AUX A-0 Remember to press ENT after setting each levelA1/AUXA Volume LimitProgramming Inhibit A1/VOL OFFAux Mute Amplifier Link PM-3180 Only A1 LNKPswrd PasswordLabels AuxaCLR ALL no Factory DefaultsSure no Press ENT to confirm the selectionTesting Testing & TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Forgot password No control over volume or toneMic never active Mic distortedGetting Help PM-3180 SpecificationsPM-3000 Spring Street Ramsey, NJ

PM-3000, PM-3180 specifications

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