MTX Audio TA5601 specifications Trouble Shooting, Problem Cause

5.Adjusting the Quasi Parametric Equalizer – In some applications, the bass amplifier needs some help in boosting or cutting certain frequencies. A quasi parametric equalizer is distinguished from a parametric EQ in that it allows the user to control only the level and the center frequency of the boost or cut but not the “Q”.

The following steps describe what the two controls of the parametric Bass EQ do in isolation. It is important to understand these behaviors, because they must all be considered when setting up the Bass EQ.

•Setting the Frequency: Begin listening for the loudest musical spot or range within the bass range of your sound system. Adjust the center frequency to match this point. For most systems, the best center frequency adjustment will be between 40-50Hz. Use 45Hz (12 o’clock setting) as a starting point and adjust up or down gradually.

•Setting the Boost/Cut: Once you have determined the loudest musical spot or range within the bass range of your sound system, start cutting until the response is smooth and even. You can also boost low spots within the musical range, but don’t go crazy with the boost knob. There is a lot of boost available, 12dB, but begin with a low boost setting (around 3dB) and try to stay below 6dB whenever possible. Remember that for every 3dB of additional boost you dial in, you are asking the amplifier to double its power output for a given signal in the boost region.

6.Remote Subwoofer Level Control (Remote Gain) – Let’s say the amplifier’s gain is set at halfway. When the remote subwoofer level control is plugged in, you have external control of the gain from zero to halfway. The installation of this level control is NOT necessary to get full power from the amplifier.

Note: One EBC (External Bass Control) can control two or more amplifiers using a mini plug Y adaptor.

7.Prizm EFX – Now that you have completed adjusting all your amplifier settings, you can set the lighting effects to your personal taste.

•Selecting Colors: You can change the backlit colors simply by turning the dial labeled PRIZM COLOR, located in the MTX PRIZM EFX section of the control panel, left or right. Starting at the left most position, the colors range from RED to GREEN, BLUE, and then RED again. You can choose any color in between making the combinations unlimited.

•Selecting the EFX Feature: You can switch Prizm EFX lighting to “pulsate” with the beat of the music. Simply depress the button labeled PRIZM EFX located in the in the MTX PRIZM EFX section of the control panel to turn this feature on or off.

Trouble Shooting

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PROBLEM	CAUSE
No LED indication	No +12V at remote connection
	No +12V at Power connection
	Insufficient ground connection
	Blown power fuse
LED on, no output	Volume on head unit off
	Speaker connections not made
	Gain control on amplifier off
	Signal processing units off
	All speakers blown
Output distorted	Head unit volume set too high
	Amplifier gain set too high
Balance reversed	Speakers wired L + R reversed
	RCA inputs reversed
Bass is weak	Speakers wired out
	phase
	Not using MTX woofers
Blowing fuses	Excessive output levels
	Amplifier defective

SOLUTION

Supply +12V to terminal

Supply +12V to terminal

Verify ground connection

Replace fuse

Increase volume on head unit Make speaker connections Turn up gain

Apply power to signal processor Replace speakers

Lower head unit volume

Lower amplifier gain

Wire speakers with correct orientation Reverse RCA input

Wire with correct of phase

Buy MTX woofers

Lower volume

Return for service