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MA 360 100V 60W Mixer Amplifier

Order code: CRAM07

MA 3120 100V 120W Mixer Amplifier

Order code: CRAM08

MA 3240 100V 240W Mixer Amplifier

Order code: CRAM09

USER MANUAL

WARNING
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP!

CAUTION!
Keep this equipment away from rain,
moisture and liquids.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Every person involved with the installation, operation & maintenance of this
equipment should:

-
Be competent

-
Follow the instructions of this manual

CAUTION! TAKE CARE USING THIS EQUIPMENT!

HIGH VOLTAGE-RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!!

Before your initial start-up, please make sure that there is no damage caused during
transportation. Should there be any, consult your dealer and do not use the equipment.
To maintain the equipment in good working condition and to ensure safe operation, it is
necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this
manual.
Please note that damages caused by user modifications to this equipment are not
subject to warranty.

IMPORTANT:
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused
by the non-observance of this manual or any unauthorised modification to the
equipment.

Never let the power-cable come into contact with other cables. Handle the
power-cable and all mains voltage connections with particular caution!
Never remove warning or informative labels from the equipment.
Do not open the equipment and do not modify the equipment.
Do not switch the equipment on and off in short intervals, as this will reduce the
systems life.
Only use the equipment indoors.
Do not expose to flammable sources, liquids or gases.
Do not carry the unit with only one handle. Always carry using both handles.
Always disconnect the power from the mains when equipment is not in use or
before cleaning! Only handle the power-cable by the plug. Never pull out the plug
by pulling the power-cable.
Make sure that the available voltage is between 220V-240V.
Make sure that the power-cable is never crimped or damaged. Check the
equipment and the power-cable periodically.
If the equipment is dropped or damaged, disconnect the mains power supply
immediately.
Have a qualified engineer inspect the equipment before operating again.
If the equipment has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after
transportation), do not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation might
damage the equipment. Leave the equipment switched off until it has reached
room temperature.
If your product fails to function correctly, discontinue use immediately. Pack the
unit securely (preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your
Prolight dealer for service.
Only use fuses of same type and rating.
Repairs, servicing and power connection must only be carried out by a qualified
technician. THIS UNIT CONTAINS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS.
WARRANTY; One year from date of purchase.
If this equipment is operated in any other way, than those described in this
manual, the product may suffer damage and the warranty becomes void.
Incorrect operation may lead to danger e.g.: short-circuit, burns, electric shocks.
Do not endanger your own safety and the safety of others!
Incorrect installation or use can cause serious damage to people and property.

This 100V line mixer amplifier was designed specifically for use in permanent audio
installations, where reliability and premium sound quality are a must. Highly rugged
construction and high efficiency design make this amplifier perfect for continuous duty
applications in situations were power will be left on for indefinite periods of time.
This 100V line amplifier is warranted from defects for one year from the date of purchase.
Should your amplifier require service, either within or beyond that warranty period, please
contact your Prolight Dealer.
This unit includes a host of features, along with an impressive list of specifications, which
are detailed over the next pages. Please take the time to read this document completely
prior to installation of this product.
The Mixer Amplifier series is equiped with priority function. They are designed to suit PA
system application in schools, offices and stores.
Features
50V, 70V, 100V and low impedance 4-16 loudspeaker output
Four balanced XLR microphone inputs with phantom power, selectable priority, gain and
volume control
4 stereo RCA line inputs with front panel selector switch
Built-in chime function with 2/4 tone selector and external trigger contact
Balanced XLR line output suitable for use with external power amplifiers
REC output for tape recorder
PRE-AMP output and PRE-AMP input for extra signal processor
Master, MIC 1-4, AUX volume
Bass and treble controls
Optional DC input for use with battery backup power sources or for operation using high
capacity batteries
LED VU meter with peak indication
Fan cooled

Specifications

MA 360

MA 3120

MA 3240

Power output:

60Wrms / 75W peak

120Wrms / 135Wpeak

240Wrms / 255Wpeak

Speaker outputs:

50V, 70V, 100V &

4-16

50V, 70V, 100V &

4-16

50V, 70V, 100V &

4-16

Microphone inputs:

4 x XLR balanced
with phantom power

4 x XLR balanced
with phantom power

4 x XLR balanced
with phantom power

Sensitivity:

-50 / -2dB, 2.5 /

500mV

-50 / -2dB, 2.5 /

500mV

-50 / -2dB, 2.5 /

500mV

S/N ratio:

>68dB

>68dB

>68dB

Frequency response:

40Hz-17kHz (3dB)

40Hz-17kHz (3dB)

40Hz-17kHz (3dB)

Phantom power:

+48V

+48V

+48V

Tuner and tape inputs

(sensitivity/impedance):

200mV / 47k

200mV / 47k

200mV / 47k

CD and line inpute

(sensitivity/impedance):

500mV / 47k

500mV / 47k

500mV / 47k

S/N ratio:

90dB

90dB

90dB

Frequency response:

40Hz-18kHz

40Hz-18kHz

40Hz-18kHz

Bass:

12dB

12dB

12dB

Treble:

12dB

12dB

12dB

Chime:

2 tone and 4 tone

options

2 tone and 4 tone

options

2 tone and 4 tone

options

Output level/impedance:

775mV / 47k

775mV / 47k

775mV / 47k

Output REC/impedance:

200mV / 1k

200mV / 1k

200mV / 1k

Distorsion:

<0.1%

<0.1%

<0.1%

Cooling:

Fan cooled

Fan cooled

Fan cooled

Power consumption:

100W

200W

400W

DC power supply:

24V

24V

24V

AC power supply:

240V-50Hz

240V-50Hz

240V-50Hz

Dimensions (H x W
x D):

88 x 484 x 353mm

88 x 484 x 353mm

88 x 484 x 353mm

Weight:

10.1kg

10.9kg

17.9kg

Order code:

CRAM07

CRAM08

CRAM09

4 Auxiliary inputs:

Control:

Outputs:

Identification:
1. MIC 1/2/3/4 Volume Control:
Level (volume) control of each individual microphone input.
2. Aux Volume Control:
Level (volume) control of the Line, Tuner, CD and Tape inputs.
3. Bass Tone Control:
Adjust clockwise to increase or anti-clockwise to decrease the low frequency (bass) contour for
the overall system.
4. Treble Tone Control:
Adjust clockwise to increase or anti-clockwise to decrease the high frequency (treble) contour
for the overall system.
5. Master Volume Control:
Level (volume) control for the overall system. Turn clockwise to increase the volume, turn anticlockwise to decrease the volume.
6. Power On/Off Switch:
Switch to the I position to switch the amplifier on, switch to the O position to switch the
amplifier off. The amplifier should be powered off while before any connections are made.
7. Power LED:
Indicates the mixer amplifier is powered on and ready for use. If the Power LED is not lit please
check the fault finding table in this manual.
8. Output Level Indicator:
Five segment LED indicator array to indicate the output state of the amplifier. During normal
operation the Green LEDs should illuminate with only occasional illumination of the Orange
segment. Should the Red (Peak) LED illuminate the output level of the amplifier needs to be
reduced using the Master Volume Control (5).
9. Tape Selector Switch:
Press to select Tape input as music (AUX) source. Pressing this selector switch will release the
other AUX inputs.
10. CD Selector Switch:
Press to select CD input as music source. Pressing this selector switch will release the other
AUX inputs.

11. Tuner Selector Switch:

Press to select Tuner input as music source. Pressing this selector switch will release
the other AUX inputs.
12. Line Selector Switch:
Press to select Tuner input as music source. Pressing this selector switch will release the
other AUX inputs.
13. Mains Power Inlet:
Connect the amplifier only after having made sure that the right voltage (240V) is supplied and
that the ground lead is earthed. This product falls under Class 1. Do not detach the
ground lead.
14. Mains Fuse
Should the mains fuse require replacement use a direct replacement of the same value
(F2A-250V)
15. XLR MIC Inputs:
Balanced XLR inputs suitable for dynamic or condenser microphones. Each microphone input
features gain control (16) and Phantom Power (28). When adjusting the input gain,
make certain that the levels are not set too high, or distortion will result.
16. Microphone Gain Controls:
Adjustable gain controls allowing input levels to be matched. If the microphone signal sounds
distorted decrease the input signal level by turning the gain adjustment anti-clockwise.
17. Tape, CD, Tuner and Line Inputs:
Line level audio inputs suitable for use with a variety of music sources. Input connectors are
unbalanced phono sockets. When adjusting the input gain, make certain that the levels are not
set too high, or distortion will result.
18. Record Output Sockets:
Fixed level line out sockets suitable for use with audio recorders or for input into Induction
Loop systems.
19. Amp Input Socket:
This input connects an external mixer or preamp with the units power amp. Removing the
solid link between Amp In and Pre-Out will disconnect all input signal from the units internal
mixer. Only signal from the external source will be heard. A typical application for this would be
to use a large, multi-input mixer externally and then utilising the MA Series internal amplifier as
a power amplifier only.
20. Pre-Out Output Socket:
This output connects the unit with an external power amplifier. Removing the solid link
between Amp In and Pre-Out jack will disconnect signal to the units power amp, sending the
output of the internal mixer to the external amplifier. A typical application for this would be
to use the internal mixer function of the MA Series amplifier and then feed the signal to a
larger external power amplifier.
21. Chime Trigger:
Pressing this switch activates the one shot chime.
22. Speaker Output Terminals:
The MA Series is fitted with a Phoenix type speaker terminal to facilitate easier connections
within tight spaces. Only one pair of terminals can be used at any one time (ie COM+4-16 ohm
OR COM+50V OR COM+70V OR COM+100V). Do not use both low impedance (4-16 ohm)
and 50/70/100V outputs simultaneously.
23. Mix Output Socket:
Balanced XLR line level output suitable signal output to slave amplifiers.
24. Chime Volume Control:
Volume (level) control for the built-in chime function.
25. Microphone Priority Dipswitches:
Each of the microphone inputs can be allocated a priority function to override the Line level
inputs (17). Move the dipswitch to the ON position for the corresponding microphone input.
Mic1 will always have the highest priority and will override other Mic inputs.

26. Chime Tone Selector:

The MA series mixer amplifier features two selectable Chime tones.
27. Phantom Power:
Selectable phantom power for each of the four microphone inputs, the phantom power is
generally used to power condenser type microphones. All cabling and connections must be
fully balanced and wired with 2-core screened cable while using phantom power. Connections
must be made and phantom power switched on before powering the amplifier on.
28. DC Power Input:
The MA Series features a DC power input for use with battery backup systems or for use from
high capacity batteries in remote locations.
Rack Installation
The MA Series are rack mountable. The rack you use should be a double door rack where you
can open the front and rear panel. When mounting the amplifier into the rack, please make sure
that there is enough space around the amplifier.
Be careful when mounting the amplifier into the rack. Put the heaviest products into the lower
part of the rack. Be aware that fastening the amplifier with four screws on the front panel is not
enough.
Inputs
Short cables runs improve the sound quality remarkably. Input cables should be short and direct,
since high frequencies will mostly be absorbed if the cables are unnecessarily long. Besides that
a longer cable may lead to humming and noise problems. If the cable runs are unavoidable, you
should use balanced cables.

Outputs
The high damping factor of your amplifier supplies a clear sound reproduction. Unnecessarily long
and thin cables used for low impedance (4-16) speakers will influence the damping factor and
thus the low frequencies in a negative way. In order to safeguard good sound quality, the damping
factor should lie around 50. The longer a cable has to be the thicker it should be. For longer cable
runs please ensure the 100V outputs are used for 100V speakers.
Connect your speaker systems via the speaker terminals (COM = -VE)
Examples: 1) COM + 4-16

2) COM + 50V

3) COM + 70V

4) COM + 100V
Note: Please do not use more than one pair of output terminals
Connections To The Mains
Before connecting the amplifier to the local mains voltage outlet should be checked to ensure the
available supply is 240V~AC 50Hz. This product is CLASS1 and requires a protective mains earth
to be connected at all times. DO NOT remove or disconnect the earth.
Power On/Off Procedure
After connecting your amplifier to the mains, turn all controls counter clockwise to the min
position. Turn on audio sources (MP3 players, CD players, Microphones etc) before powering the
amplifier ON. The last product to be switched on is the amplifier.
If you wish to power off the system, turn the amplifiers master volume control counter clockwise
to the min position before switching the amplifier OFF before any audio sources are switched off.
By following this procedure it will prevent acoustic shocks to the speakers or potential damage to
system components.
MACHINE OPERATION
1. After connecting all audio sources and powering on the mixer amplifier, adjust the level of each
audio input to achieve the desired mix. Care should be taken to when adjusting microphone
input volumes and the master volume, adjust both of these in small increments to avoid feedback
(howl around). The goal is to achieve a clear balance between music and voice ensuring announcements can be clearly heard.
2. The Microphone inputs feature selectable & adjustable voice operated override (VOX), this will
mute all other inputs. After 3 seconds of no input to the MIC inputs the other inputs will return to
their original state. The VOX mute level can be adjusted on the rear panel. The TEL input has
highest priority, followed by the MIC1.
3. The Clever Acoustics amplifiers feature output VU meters with PEAK indication. Should the
PEAK indicator illuminate (flashing) the output of the amplifier is too high, turn the master volume
anti-clockwise to reduce the output.
4. Speaker & Amplifier systems can produce high sound pressure levels, please operate all
controls with caution to ensure people are not exposed to excessive or dangerous sound pressure
levels.

Panel Connections:

24V DC INPUT
(Optional)

POWER AMPLIFIER

MAINS
MIC 1

MIC 2

MIC 3

MIC 4

CASSETTE
EQUIPMENT
CD PLAYER

AM/FM TUNER

Speaker connections:
Total impedance
42 (MA 360)
21 (MA 3120)
10 (MA 3240)

Total impedance
82 (MA 360)
41 (MA 3120)
20 (MA 3240)

Total impedance
160 (MA 360)
83 (MA 3120)
42 (MA 3240)

Notes:
Both the 4 - 16 and 100V terminals cannot be used at the same time.
Impedances indicated in the figures represent the total speaker system (load) impedances.
Loads presented to the amplifier must be equal to or greater than listed above. Speaker
impedances must be measured using a true impedance meter, do not standard multimeters.
WARNING!

Be sure to attache the supplied terminal cover attached after connection. Because high voltage is applied to the speaker terminals,
car should be taken never touch these terminals to avoid
electric shock.
All speaker connections should be made using bare wire or suitable
insulated crimp terminals. Please ensure no loose strands are present
as these may short across terminals causing damage to the amplifier

Connection With The Mains

Connect the unit to the mains via the IEC mains inlet using the 13A UK - IEC cord supplied.
The earth has to be connected.
Switch the unit on. After switching on the speaker system, wait 8 - 10 seconds before you turn the
volume control up in order to avoid speaker damage.
CAUTION! Increase the level of each channel up to the point where the clip LEDs illuminate.
Always check the sound pressure level with a meter in order to keep to the legal threshold.

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Balanced XLR Jack Connection

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Problem Chart
PROBLEM

CAUSE

REMEDY

No Power

The power cord is not connected

Check the power cord and any

No Sound

The power cord of the respective

product is not connected properly or
not at all.

Check the power cord and if the

plugs are properly connected with
the sockets.

The connection socket or the plug

is dirty.

Clean the socket and/or the plug.

Noise

The input signal is too strong

Reduce the input signal via the

gain control.

Distorted Sound

Load impedance is to low

Check load impedance vs amplifier

specification, reduce as required.

extension cables

CAUTION - DANGER TO LIFE

DISCONNECT FROM THE MAINS BEFORE
STARTING MAINTENANCE OPERATION

Cleaning and Maintenance

We recommend a frequent cleaning of the product. Please use a soft lint free and moistened
cloth. Never use alcohol or solvents.
There are no serviceable parts inside the product except for the fuse. Maintenance and service
operations are only to be carried out by authorised dealers.
Replacing the fuse
Only replace the fuse by a fuse of the same type and rating.
Before replacing the fuse, unplug the mains lead.
Should you need any spare parts, please use genuine parts.
Should you have any further questions, please contact your dealer.

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