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Operation Manual

Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier

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4.2 Front Panel Controls
and Indicators

A. Dust Filter

Removes large particles from the air at the
air intake. The filter elements can be easily
removed for cleaning by gently pulling
them away from the front panel.

B. Level Control

Rotary detented level control, one per
channel.

C. Signal/IOC Indicator

Green LED, one per channel. Tri-purpose
indicator illuminates to indicate the pres-
ence of output signals; flashes brightly
with a 0.1-second hold delay to indicate a
difference (distortion) between the input
and output signal of 0.05% or greater; and
flashes brightly with a 0.5-second hold
delay to indicate input clipping distortion.
See Section 5.1.2 for more about IOC.

D. ODEP Indicator

Amber LED, one per channel, illuminates
brightly to indicate presence of thermody-
namic energy. They dim proportionally as

energy reserves decrease. In the event that
energy reserves are depleted, the indica-
tors turn off and ODEP limiting occurs.
See Section 5.1.1 for more about ODEP.

E. Enable Indicator

Amber LED indicates amplifier has been
turned on and AC power is available.

F. Enable Switch

Amplifier is on when the switch is in the IN
position.

Figure 4.1 Front Panel

Controls and Indicators

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