Jamo MPA-101 manual

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    MPA-101 WARNING: Improper installation could result in damage to the amplifier and/or speakers. Read all instructions before installation.[...]

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    Safety Precautions 9. Pull on the mains plug - never the mains lead itself - when disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet. Ensure that the mains lead does not become stretched or trapped/clamped, especially around the mains plug and the point at which the lead is connected to the product. 10. Always follow the user instructions when making conn[...]

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    Contents: Introduction Page 4 Features: Page 4 Jamo MPA-101 front panel Page 5 Jamo MPA-101 rear panel Page 6 Connection Page 7 Connecting examples Page 8 Passive subwoofer Page 8 Fullrange stereo Page 9 2 x 100W bridged Page 10 Daisy chain Page 11 Specifications Page 12 Warranty Page 13[...]

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    4 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of your new Jamo Multi-Purpose Amplifier (MPA-101). It is backed by state-of-the-art engineering and manufacturing techniques to bring you the best quality craftsmanship and reliable performance. The MPA-101 is specifically designed for home theatre applications. Because of its ample power and two-cha[...]

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    5 Jamo MPA-101 front panel c Power LED Flashing blue - Standby mode Blue - Amplifier On Flashing red - Thermal protection Red - Overload protection d Level adjustment[...]

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    6 Jamo MPA-101 rear panel c Power switch d Socket for mains cable e Speaker output: Speakers terminals f Low pass adjustment: Output frequency is adjustable between 50 - 150 Hz. Only adjustable when „low pass“ is selected g g Low pass: f Flat: Fullrange h Stereo/mono: Stereo mode - 2 x 50 watt stereo output (4 ✡ ) Mono mode - 100 watt mono ou[...]

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    7 Connection The Jamo MPA-101 is equipped with gold-plated push button binding posts which will accept very heavy stripped wire. Ask your local Jamo dealer for advice on the choice of cable. Connect the loudspeakers to your Jamo MPA-101 as follows: 1. Turn of the MPA-101 2. Carefully remove approx. 3/8“ (10 mm) of the insulating material - beware[...]

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    8 Connecting examples Passive subwoofer When „Low pass“ is selected, you can adjust the low pass frequency between 50 - 150 Hz. This makes it possible to make the subwoofer match your front speakers.[...]

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    9 Fullrange stereo[...]

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    10 2 x 100W bridged[...]

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    11 Daisy chain When using this feature you can connect all the MPA-101 in parallel you need.[...]

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    12 Specifications Rated Power Output Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) Signal-to-Noise Ratio Crossover Freq. Responce (-3dB): Auto Turn On Sensitivity Delay „OFF“ Time Input Sensitivity Line In Line Out Freq. Response (-3dB) Input Impedance Line In Max. noise+hum Vol Max Clearance for ventilation - Back Power Requirement Weight Shipping Weight Di[...]

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    13 The scope of the warranty The warranty period will come into force as from the purchase date stated on the invoice. The warranty will apply for the following period of time: • 2 years for electronics (power supply, amplifier, etc.) • 7 years for other parts (cabinet, speaker units, etc.) In case of warranty inquiries, please contact your dea[...]

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    MPA-101 / 44.2000[...]