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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit rain or 
moisture.

Do not spill water or other liquids  into or on to your unit.

Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has been frayed or 
broken.

Do not attempt to remove or break off the ground prong from the electrical 
cord. This prong is used to reduce the risk of electrical shock and f re in 
case of an internal short.

Disconnect main power before making any type of connection.

Do not remove the cover under any conditions. There are no user 
serviceable parts inside.

Never plug this unit in to a dimmer pack.

Always be sure to mount this unit in an area that will allow proper 
ventilation. Allow about 6” (15cm) between this device and a wall.

Do not attempt to operate this unit, if it becomes damaged.

This unit is intended for indoor use only, use of this product outdoors voids 
all warranties.

During long periods of non-use, disconnect the unit’s main power.

Always mount this unit in a safe and stable manner.

Power cords should be routed so they are not likely to be walked on, 
pinched by items placed upon or against them.

Cleaning -The outside of the unit should be wipe down with a soft cloth and 
mild cleaner when needed.

Heat -The amplifier should be situated away from heat sources such as 
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) 
that produce heat.

The fixture should  be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.

B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the unit.

C. The appliance has been exposed to rain or water.

D. The fixture does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a 

marked change in performance.

Congratulations and thank you for purchasing MX-3500/MX-4500/MX-

5500/MX-6500

 

amplifier. These amplifiers are representation of UNiKA’s 

continuing commitment to produce the best and highest quality audio 

products at an affordable price. These amplifiers are designed to provide a 

big impact in sound reproduction. Please read and understand this manual 

completely before attempting to operate your new amplifier. This booklet 

contains important information concerning the proper and safe operation of 

your new amplifier.

UNPACKING:

 Every MX-3500/MX-4500/MX-5500/MX-6500 amplifier  

has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating 

condition. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have 

occurred during shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, carefully 

inspect your unit for any damage and be sure all accessories necessary to 

operate the system have arrived intact. In the event damage has been found 

or parts are missing, please contact your dealer for further instructions.

INSTALLATION:

 These amplifiers are designed to mount into a 

standard 19”rack. The front panel provides four holes used to screw the unit 

into a rack. The unit also provides a way to rear mount the unit into a rack for 

added security. Rear mounting the unit is especially recommended if the 

unit is to mounted into a mobile rack. 

INTRODUCTION

Introduction

      Front Panel      Rear Panel      Set Up      Speakon Assembly      Operating Modes      Protection      Features      Specifications

UNiKA

 MX-3500/MX-4500/MX-5500/MX-6500

Summary of Contents for MX Series

Page 1: ...er and safe operation of your new amplifier MX Series MX 3500 MX 4500 MX 5500 MX 6500 Made in Taiwan Professional Power Amplifiers Index 02 Introduction 03 Front Panel 04 Rear Panel 6 Set Up 0 08 Spea...

Page 2: ...ez les avertissements suppl mentaries situ s dans le guide Ce symbole est utilis pour indiquer l utilisateur qu il trouvera d importantes instructions importantes sur l utilisation et l entretien de l...

Page 3: ...maged B Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit C The appliance has been exposed to rain or water D The fixture does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in...

Page 4: ...d LED indicates Parallel Mode Green LED indicates Stereo Mode Yellow LED indicates Bridge Mode 5 AC Power Switch MX Series amplifiers have a front panel AC mains power switch 6 Limiter Switch You can...

Page 5: ...ifier for Stereo Parallel or Bridged Mode operation Amplifiers are factory configured for Stereo Mode See section on Mode Selection for more information 16 Channel 1 Balanced 1 4 TRS XLR Input Connect...

Page 6: ...may reduce the buzz that is caused from an electrical 50Hz 60Hz cycle 21 AC POWER Cord Plug this cable into a standard 110V wall outlet Be sure that the supplied voltage in your area matches the ampli...

Page 7: ...vice For example Connect a XLR cable to the input of channel one You may now connect a XLR cable from the channel one Input Thru jack to the input jack of another amplifier s channel one input This wi...

Page 8: ...un between the two positive red leads Use channel two positive output terminal for the speaker s negative connection and the channel one positive output terminal for the speaker s positive connection...

Page 9: ...match the positive and negative leads of each wire Figure 16 5 Slide the connector insert B into the connector housing A making sure that the large notch on the outer edge of the insert lines up with...

Page 10: ...plifier Be sure that your front gain controls are turned down to their lowest level fully counter clockwise Turn your amplifier on Turn your input source level up Use your front gain controls to regul...

Page 11: ...idge switch to the Mono Bridge position Connect input signal to channel one Connect your speaker across the red output binding post on the rear of your amplifier Turn your equipment on your amplifier...

Page 12: ...500 REAR PANEL CH 2 Input MX 4500 5500 6500 REAR PANEL PARALLEL MONO Parallel ties the two channel line inputs together so that they will both be driven by the same signal without the need for externa...

Page 13: ...ing never run the amplifier below 2 ohms in this mode Set up this mode as you would a standard Stereo set up Be sure both channels are set to SUBWOOF In this mode you may use the frequency adjustment...

Page 14: ...POS NEG CH 2 PINOUT 2 2 POS NEG CH 2 1 2 POS NEG BRIDGE 1 1 POS NEG CH 1 CH 1 CH 2 CH 1 CH 2 GAIN 0 775V 1 44V 1V page 13 Use either the bare wire or the banana plugs Use either the bare wire or the b...

Page 15: ...er channel Clipping should be kept to a reasonable minimum An amplifier s peak current draw at full output power into 2 ohms is several times what the normal draw is but its various protection circuit...

Page 16: ...D LIFT SWITCH MX 3500 Only Applying or lifting the ground switch will change level for background noise and hum if the noise level remains the same in either position better to keep the ground lift sw...

Page 17: ...1 KHz 1 THD 8 ohm 1 KHz 1 THD 2400W RMS Stereo 2000W RMS Stereo 1200W RMS Stereo 4800W RMS 4000W RMS 5 25 13 3cm 19 48 3cm 18 3 46 5cm 68 6lbs 31 25kgs 28 23A 230V AC 47 25A 230V AC 1900W RMS Stereo 1...

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