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INTRODUCTION
The name of MACRON has always been the synonim of a European acoustic and musical
tradition in the pursue of the top sound quality. The fact that you chose to buy this product
means that you agree with us. With the help of this manual you will be able to maximize the
enjoyment you will get out of your new SYNTHESIS1000 amplifier’s outstanding features.
This amplifier incorporates many advanced fatures. Therefore, it is essential that all signal
sources, speakers and interconnections are of the highest sound quality. We strongly
recommend the use of MACROM head units, power amplifiers, speaker systems, high-quality
interconnection cables and accessories because the integration of these products is very
complex. We advise you to have it installed by your MACROM dealer.
This product has no user-adjustable controls; reand this manual carefully in order to become
well acquainted with all the special features and functions of your new SYNTHESIS1000
amplifier. Do not hesitate to contact your MACROM dealer should you have any problem.
PRECAUTIONS
1. The unit may be damaged by wrong lead connection, therefore read carefully the
instructions of this manual for the correct connection of the leads.
2. The last lead to be connected is the one to the positive (+) terminal of the battery; connect
this lead only after having completed and checked all other connections.
3. Be sure to install the crossover in a position with good air circulation and good heat
dissipation.
4. In case of fuse replacement make sure to replace it with a fuse of the same amperage. If
fuses blow more than once, carefully check all electrical connections. Also have your car’s
voltage regulator checked. Do not attempt to repair the unit yourself. If repairs are ever
needed, take the unit to your MACROM dealer or to your nearest MACROM service
station.
5. In order to get the best possible performance from this unit, make sure that the
temperature inside your car is within the range of -10° C and +60° C before you switch the
unit on. Good air circulation is essential to prevent heat build-up inside the unit.
FEATURES
• MIXED MONO OPERATION, 3/2/1 CHANNELS
• INPUT MODE SELECTOR: MONO - STEREO
• INTERNAL FILTER SELECTOR SWITCH: EITHER FLAT OR LOW- PASS OR HIGH-PASS
• CROSSOVER SLOPE SELECTOR FOR THE LOW-PASS FILTER
• EXTERNAL FILTER SELECTOR SWITCH: EITHER FLAT OR LOW-PASS OR HIGH-PASS
• SENSITIVITY RANGE SELECTOR
• CONTINUOUS HIGH-PASS FREQUENCY ADJUSTMENT
• CONTINUOUS LOW-PASS FREQUENCY ADJUSTMENT
• CONTINUOUS SEPARATE LEFT AND RIGHT SENSITIVITY ADJUSTMENT
• MOS-FET POWER SUPPLY
• “CHECK CONTROL” STATUS INDICATOR
• REMOTE ON AND OFF
• GOLD-PLATED RCA INPUT CONNECTIONS
• PROFESSIONAL GOLD-PLATED SCREW-TYPE SUPPLY TERMINALS
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