Pyle PT1200CHA Owners Manual - Page 2

Your new Pyle Pro PT Series P.A. Amplifier gives you the power and versatility you need in a professional sound system. The amplifier's wide frequency response makes it suitable for amplifying music or vocal program material. It can be used for live bands, office paging systems, public annoucement systems, or a variety of other installations. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Features and controls, PT2000 and PT1600 2 Features and controls, PT1200 3 Installation Guidelines 3 Input Connections 3 Connecting a CD or tape player or tuner 3 Connecting an additional CD sound source 3 Connecting an equalizer or signal processor 3 Connecting microphones 3 Speaker connections 3 Connector options 4 Bridged Mode Operation 4 Using headphones 4 Connecting to AC power 4 Mounting the amplifier 4 Turning the amplifier on 4 Using the power meter (PT2000 and PT1600 only) 4 Using the meter range selector (PT2000 and PT1600 only) 5 Using the left and right output level controls 5 About the internal clip circuitry 5 Using the A/B Speaker Selector 5 Caring for your Pyle Pro Amplifier 5 Replacing a fuse 6 Specifications 6 Limited warranty Please read this manual thoroughly before you attempt to set up and use the amplifier. It contains a range of installation suggestions as well as instructions to ensure safe usage. Installed properly, you can expect years of trouble-free service from this product. FEATURES AND CONTROLS Meter Range Switch Controls the sensitivity of the power meter FRONT PANEL, PT2000 Left and Right Power Meters Indicates the output signal level for each channel Clip Circuit and Indicator This special circuitry protects the amplifier and speaker system from being damaged by overdriving power levels. Indicator lights remind the user to reduce the volume when amplifier output is excessive. Power On/Off Phone Jack Lets you connect a pair of stereo headphones for private listening or cueing (monitoring) sound prior to "airing" it. Speaker A/B Selector Switches Permits you to select speakers attached to terminal set A, set B or both. Left and Right Output Level Controls Lets you adjust the sound levels for each channel PYLE PRO PT2000/1600/1200 Amplifier Owner's Manual FEATURES AND CONTROLS Meter Range Switch Controls the sensitivity Left and Right Power Meters of the power meter Indicates the output signal level for each channel FRONT PANEL, PT1600 Clip Circuit and Indicator This special circuitry protects the amplifier and speaker system from being damaged by overdriving power levels. Indicator lights remind the user to reduce the volume when amplifier output is excessive. Power On/Off Left and Right Output Level Controls Lets you adjust the sound levels for each channel REAR PANEL, PT2000 and PT1600 STEREO INPUT R L 1 MONO GND MONO 2 RL Stereo/Mono Selector Lets you select bridged mono input mode in combination with a mono signal source plugged into the Left channel, or conventional stereo operation with a stereo input signal. Input Jacks Lets you connect a variety of audio input sources via the balanced (XLR/6.35mm phone jack combinations) or unbalanced (RCA) inputs. Phone Jack Lets you connect a pair of stereo headphones for private listening or cueing (monitoring) sound prior to "airing" it. Speaker A/B Selector Switches Permits you to select speakers attached to terminal set A, set B or both. R RIGHT A L LEFT - MONO + B +--+ SPEAKER VOLTAGE FUSE AC OUTLET Speaker terminals Permits hookup of two stereo pairs of speakers via the wire terminals. Speaker pair A can also be connected via the 6.35 mm phone jacks provided. AC Outlet This switched outlet allows the electrical hookup of other units, with maximum load of 300W. Fan Cooling Cooling system is automatically activated whenever amplifier is turned on. This forced air cooling system rapidly exhausts interior heat, reducing operating temperature and aiding performance. PYLE PRO PT2000/1600/1200 Amplifier Owner's Manual - 1