Macrom 2.100x owner manual Introduction, Precautions, Features

INTRODUCTION

Macrom, who strive continually to achieve the ultimate in sound quality, have traditionally been a synonym for the very best in European sound and music reproduction. The fact that you have chosen this product means that you share our opinion. After reading this manual you will be in an even better position to appreciate all the advanced features in this new Amplifier.

This Amplifier incorporates an exceptional set of technical features, and for this reason all signal sources, loudspeakers and interconnecting elements must also be of the very highest quality. We recommend the use of Macrom high quality main subassemblies, electronic crossovers, loudspeaker systems, connecting leads and accessories. Similarly, because integration of these products is an extremely complex task, we advise you to leave the installation of this amplifier to your authorised MACROM dealer.

This Amplifier has no commands or controls that can be adjusted by the user, so read this manual very carefully, to familiarise yourself with the special features and functions of your new MACROM product. If in any doubt, contact your authorised MACROM dealer.

PRECAUTIONS

1.Just one faulty connection could damage the unit, so read the connection instructions provided in this manual very carefully.

2.Connect the battery lead to the (+) battery terminal last of all, and only after having completed and checked all the other connections.

3.Take care to install the amplifier in a position where both good air circulation and heat dissipation are guaranteed.

4.The fuses must always be replaced with fuses of identical ampere rating in order to prevent serious damage to the components. You should also first have the voltage regulator of your car checked. Never attempt to repair the unit yourself. Entrust any necessary repairs to a MACROM distributor or your local MACROM service centre.

5.To ensure the highest possible performance from this unit, try to obtain a temperature of between -10°C and +60°C inside your car before switching on the amplifier.

FEATURES

•Input mode selector

•Flat, low-pass or high-pass filter selector

•Pre-output with “Flat, High or Low-Pass Filter” selector

•Continuous external control of the low frequency gain

•Peak noise detector

•Continuous frequency control

•Continuous sensitivity control

•Current feed with Mos-Fet

•"Check Control" status indicator

•Remote-controlled start and stop

•Gold-plated RCA input terminals

•Professional gold-plated screw-type terminals

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