Unpacking

Introduction

M-A300/A100 (En)

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Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put aside so they will not be lost. Examine the unit for any possibility of shipping damage. If your unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If your unit was shipped to you directly, notify the shipping company without delay. Only the consignee (the person or company receiving the unit) can file a claim against the carrier for shipping damage. We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing materials for use should you transport or ship the unit in the future.

Keep this manual handy future reference.

Accessories

Parallel cord (1)

AC plug adaptor (1)*

* Use to adapt the plug on the power cord to the shape of the wall outlet. (Accessory only for regions where use is necessary.)

Contents

Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation.

Introduction ....................................................................................................

2

Operating instructions .................................................................................

7

Before applying power ......................................................

2

In case of difficulty .......................................................................................

7

Safety precautions ............................................................

2

Specifications ........................................................................................

8

Special features ............................................................................................

3

 

 

Controls and indicators ................................................................................

3

 

 

System connections ......................................................................................

4

 

 

Terminal connection ................................................................

4

 

 

Connection of M-A300 ............................................................

5

 

 

Connection of M-A100 ............................................................

6

 

 

Special features

Power amplifier for surround play

This unit is the amplifier designed exclusively for use with the surround speaker, center speaker and subwoofer for the surround system of the SERIES 21.This unit allows you to enjoy the surround play more effectively.

New TRAITR transistor adopted in the final stage

A new TRAITR transistor which features superior temperature tracking characteristics has been adopted in the final stage of the power amplifier block. This new TRAITR transistor combines a temperature compensation resistor with an emitter resistor and final transistor to provide ideal temperature compensation characteristics and minimize distortion caused by temperature variations.

Controls and indicators

POWER indicator

POWER

POWER AMPLIFIER

-ON –OFF

POWER switch