Flying Mole MAS160 - Manual

Stereo Power Amplifier
Owner’s Manual
MA–S160
Thank you for purchasing the MA–S160.
In order to use the product in a safe manner, please read this Owner’s
Manual thoroughly before using.
Also, keep this manual for future reference.
Before proceeding with the setup, make sure that the following accessory is included in the package.
If it is missing, please contact the dealer whom you purchased the amplifier from, or Flying Mole Corp.
Accessory Checklist
• Owner's Manual
(this booklet) x 1
• AC Power Cable x 1 • Remote Connection
Cable (2m) x 1
• Remote Power Control
Connector x 2
Features 2
● Independent power twin monaural construction
● Utilizing our original Bi-Phase PWM amplifier technology to realize a new level of high
sound quality with superb high-speed responsiveness and wide dynamic range
● Fixed level (volume bypass) and Variable level are selectable
● Connect the amplifier in bridge (BTL) connection to use it as a 300W/8Ω mono bloc
power amplifier
● Gorgeous parts for uncompromising standards
Component Names 3
■ Front Panel
■ Rear Panel
Safety Instructions 1
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICE
ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALI-FIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPOR-
TANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUC-
TIONS IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL WITH THIS UNIT.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampli-
fiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operated normally, or has been dropped.
■ The important safety instructions
THE APPARATUS IS NOT WATERPROOF. TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AND DO NOT PUT ANY WATER SOURCE NEAR THIS APPARATUS, SUCH
AS VASE, FLOWER POT, COSMETICS CONTAINER AND MEDICINE BOTTLE, ETC.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”,
please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures :
Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference.
Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.
In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna.
If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute
this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Flying Mole Corporation.
q w
r t i y u e r
q Power Switch / Power Indicator
Used to turn the amplifier's power ON or OFF.
The indicator lights when the power is turned ON.
w LEVEL Adjustment Knobs
Controls the input signal level.
Setting the knob to "MIN" turns down the level to
the minimum.
These knobs don't work when the Mode switch t
is set to "FIXED". When the Mode switch t is set to
"MONO/BTL", only the [RIGHT] knob will work .
Component Names
eREMOTE POWER CONTROL Jacks
● OUT
Remote output jacks used to interlock the power
on another device with the activation/deactivation
of the power on the amplifier.
Connect these jacks to a Flying Mole product
equipped with remote power control input jacks.
● IN
Remote input jacks used to interlock the power
on the amplifier with the activation/deactivation of
the power on another device.
Connect these jacks to a Flying Mole product
equipped with remote power control output jacks.
Turn “OFF” the power switch of the amplifier to use
the amplifier with cables connected to these jacks.
* Refer to the owner's manuals of the devices to be
connected as well.
* These jacks cannot be used with products from
other manufactures or for other purposes than the
above-mentioned purpose.
rSPEAKER Connectors (* Be sure to check po-
larity before connection)
Used to connect the amplifier to the speaker.
Connect one each speaker to the [RIGHT] and
[LEFT] connectors when the Mode switch t is set
to "FIXED" or "VARIABLE".
Make sure that the speaker's impedance is between
4 ohms and 16 ohms.
Connect one speaker to the two outermost connec-
tors of the four [RIGHT] and [LEFT] connectors when
the Mode switch t is set to "MONO/BTL".
Make sure that the speaker's impedance is between
8 ohms and 16 ohms.
Refer to the “
r
Connections ” for details.
tMode switch
Used to switch the operation mode of the amplifier.
Select one of the following settings according to the
connection.
● VARIABLE ( Switch position: Center )
● FIXED (Switch position: Right)
The amplifier works as a stereo power
amplifier (100W/8 ohms x 2 CH). Use
the INPUT jacks (VARIABLE)
y as in-
put jacks.
The input signal level can be adjusted
with the LEVEL adjustment knobs
w
on the front panel.
The amplifier works as a stereo power
amplifier (100W/8 ohms x 2 CH). Use
the INPUT jacks (FIXED)
y as input
jacks.
The LEVEL adjustment knobs
w on the
front panel are bypassed and inoper-
able.
● MONO/BTL (Switch position: Left)
The amplifier works as a monaural am-
plifier in BTL mode (300W/8 ohms x 1
CH). Use the [R] jack of the INPUT jacks
(VARIABLE)
y as the input jack.
The input signal level can be adjusted
with the [RIGHT] knob of the LEVEL
adjustment knobs
w on the front panel.
yINPUT Jacks (VARIABLE)
Used to connect the input signal to the amplifier.
Connect the jacks to the OUTPUT jacks on the pream-
plifier, etc.
One each cable can be connected to the [R] and [L]
jacks when the mode switch áD is set to "VARIABLE".
Connect only the [R] jack when the mode switch áD
is set to "MONO/BTL". These jacks are not to be used
when the mode switch áD is set to "FIXED".
uINPUT Jacks (FIXED)
Used to connect the input signal to the amplifier.
Connect the jacks to the OUTPUT jacks on the pream-
plifier, etc.
One each cable can be connected to the [R] and [L]
jacks when the Mode switch t is set to "FIXED".
These jacks are not to be used when the Mode switch
t is set to "VARIABLE" or "MONO/BTL".
iAC IN Jack
Used to connect the supplied AC power cable to the
amplifier.
Connect the other end of the AC power cable to
household AC outlet.