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3. The PA4100X is 4-Ohm safe in Stereo Mode. Make sure the im pedance presented to the speaker terminals by
the speakers (or any combination of speakers) is 4-Ohms m inimum.
5. Be sure to observe correct pol arity by connecting the "+" and "–" termi nal from each channel on the PA4100X to
the corresponding "+" and "–" terminals on each speaker. T his will ensure correct "phasing" - see Fig. 5 and
Speaker Phasing below. Since the connectors are remov able, you may unplug them for ease of lead assembl y.
6. As a rule of thumb, use 18 gauge speaker wire for speaker runs up to 30' (9m), 16 gauge up to 70' (21m), and 14
gauge up to 150' (39m). The 4-terminal connect ors accept wire sizes up to 12-gauge max.
7. Strip the insulation back about 1/4" (6m m) and twist the strands on each lead to prevent fraying.
CAUTION: After lead ends are inserted and the screws tightened down, be sure there are no f ree strands that
could cause shorting!
Speaker Phasing
To obtain stable imaging and full bass response, it is imperative that stereo speakers be connected "in phase" wit h
each other. You can verify this as f ollows:
a) If the "+" (positive) and "–" (negati ve) terminals on your speakers are correctly m arked, and visible, and you have
wired the system as shown in Figs. 5, then the system will be "in phase". No further action is required. Most
manufacturers identify the posit ive terminal with a red binding post, a "+" sign, or a red dot.
b) If you are unsure of the markings, you can veri fy the phasing. Using a mono sound source, such as AM radio,
alternately reverse the leads to one of t he speakers. Pick the connection that delivers a soli d center image
between the speakers as well as best bass response.
Connecting the REMOTE MASTER ON/OFF MUTE CONTROL
As mentioned under "PA4100X PANEL AND FEATURE DESCRIPTIO NS", the REMOTE MASTER ON/OFF
CONTROL inputs (CI1 & CI2) will allow the power to the PA4100X to be turned ON, OFF, and MUTED by remotely
applied DC Voltages. Fig. 7 illustrates how a PA4100X can be switched ON and OFF via the MRC88 Zone 7 & 8
Control Outputs (CO1 and CO2) or other control source.
NOTE: To enable this featu re, be sure the CI Switch (Item #14) is in the O N (UP) position.
On/Off Standby Control:
Whenever a 5 to 30v dc v oltage is applied to the TIP of the 3.5m m Stereo jack, the associated Amplif ier channel will
be activated (Powered ON). When the si gnal applied to the TIP approaches GND, it will put the associated Amplifier
channel in STANDBY Mode. If both Ampl ifier channels are in STANDBY MODE the Am plifier will enter a “low power”
STANDBY mode (Illuminated LOGO will remain ON).
Mute Control:
Whenever a 5 to 30v dc v oltage is applied to the RING of the 3.5m m Stereo jack, the associated Amplif ier channels
signal output will be MUTED. When the signal applied to the RING approaches GND it will UN-MUTE the associated
Amplifier channel and the audio signal will be returned to its previous level.
Tip:12vDC = AMP ON
Ring:12v DC = AMP MUTED
Sleeve=GND Insulators
3.5mm Mini Plug
(3-Conductor)
Figure 6: CI Control Jack Pin Out Config