ART Pro Audio CoolSwitchPro - Isolated A/B-Y Switch - Manual (Page 8)

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APPLICATION
The COOLSwitchPro is a simple product. You might not think
there would be much to say about how to use it, but it turns out
there's quite a bit we'd like to say.
First, let's talk about safety. The COOLSwitchPro doesn't plug
into an AC outlet, but because one of its main applications is to
connect to two power amplifiers that do plug into AC, the
possibility exists for dangerous voltages to exist, especially if
the amps are not properly grounded. Make sure your amps are
equipped with the proper plugs incorporating safety grounds
and that you're using equipment approved by recognized safety
agencies (UL, CSA, etc.). Plugging all your equipment into the
same circuit (e.g. by using a single power strip) can help
reduce the danger of shocks. Don't use an amp with a two-
pronged plug or defeat the ground function of a three-pronged
plug by using a cheater adapter unless you really know what
you're doing, are feeling lucky, or don't mind going out in a
blaze of glory. You've been warned!
Now let's talk about actually using this thing. Before making any
connections, make sure your amps are unplugged, with their
power switches off and their volume controls turned all the way
down. Now connect your guitar or other instrument to the
INPUT jack of the COOLSwitchPro using a cable with 1/4-inch
phone plugs on each end (hereafter referred to as a "guitar
cable"). Use guitar cables to connect the COOLSwitchPro's
OUTPUT A jack to your main amplifier and OUTPUT B jack to
your alternate amp. All rocker-switch functions operate on the
signal going to the OUTPUT B jack. For now, make sure all
rocker switches are switched to the left and in their normal or
inactive position (DIRECT, 0, and GND).
Next, assuming you paid attention to the safety warnings
above, connect your amplifiers to AC power.