OWNER’S MANUAL 3WA-1700 3-CHANNEL PROFESSIONAL P O W E R A M P L I F I E R
3WA-1700 3-CHANNEL PROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER Congratulations on your choice of the NADY 3WA-1700 power amplifier — you have purchased one of the finest power amplifiers on the market today. This unit was developed using the expertise of professional sound engineers and working musicians. You will find that your new 3WA-1700 amplifier has superior performance and greater flexibility than any other amplifier in its price range. Please read this manual carefully to get the most out of your new unit.
WA R N I N G IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this electronic device, basic precautions should always be taken, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using the product. 2. Do not use this product near water (e.g., near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.). 3. This product should be used only with a cart or stand that will keep it level and stable and prevent wobbling. 4.
CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS FRONT PANEL (4) (2) (3) (1) (7) (6) (7) (6) (5) 1. POWER SWITCH To turn the unit ON or OFF, press the upper or lower portion of this button. Before turning on the amplifier, check all connections and turn down the level controls. A momentary muting is normal when turning the amplifier on or off. (5) 6. CLIP (PEAK) LED INDICATORS These LEDs illuminate if the corresponding channel’s output is within 3dB of clipping.
CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS BACK PANEL (8) (8) (9) (10) (12) (11) 8. BALANCED INPUT CONNECTORS (1/4" TRS & XLR) These balanced 1/4” (6.3mm) TRS (Tip/Ring/Sleeve) phone jacks and balanced XLR jacks are designed to accept line level balanced or unbalanced signals for each channel. They are wired Tip/Pin 2 = (+), Ring/Pin 3 = (-), and Sleeve/Pin 1 = Ground. Balanced input signals are recommended, as they are less prone to AC hum.
I N S TA L L AT I O N To ensure years of enjoyment from your NADY AUDIO 3WA-1700 amplifier, please read and understand this manual thoroughly before using the unit. INSPECTION Your 3WA-1700 amplifier was carefully packed at the factory in packaging designed to protect the units in shipment. Before installing and using your unit, carefully examine the packaging and all contents for any signs of physical damage that may have occurred in transit. (Note: Nady Systems is not responsible for shipping damage.
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS The following instructions describe the most common ways to install your amplifier into a sound system. Turn off the amplifier power switch before making any connections. (Note: Nady Systems assumes no liability for damaged speakers resulting from improper wiring, careless amplifier use, or over powering.) • Mains & Subwoofer Mode (with internal low-pass) 1. Input Left and Right signals from your mixer into Channels 1 and 2. 2. Set the Filter/Source switch to ON. 3.
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS • Mains & Monitor Mode 1. Input main Left and Right signals from your crossover into Channels 1 and 2. 2. Input Monitor or Aux full-range signal from your mixer into the Subwoofer input. 3. Set the Filter/Source switch to OFF. 4Ω min AUX SEND/ MONITOR L R 4Ω min 8Ω R + - 4Ω min + 8Ω 8Ω MONITORS SOUND REINFORCEMENT 8Ω (Note: Do not connect a speaker load less than 4Ω to either channel as it can damage your amplifier.
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S 1. OUTPUT SECTION Power Output (all channels driven simultaneously, 1% THD) Channel 1 & 2 ....................................................................................................................................................................300W RMS per side @ 8Ω 450W RMS per side @ 4Ω Subwoofer ...............................................................................................................................................................................
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SERVICE FOR YOUR NADY AUDIO PRODUCT (U.S.) Should your NADY AUDIO product require service, please contact the Nady Service Department via telephone at (510) 652-2411, or e-mail at service@nady.com. (International) For service, please contact the NADY AUDIO distributor in your country through the dealer from whom you purchased this product. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THIS UNIT YOURSELF AS IT CAN BE DANGEROUS AND WILL ALSO VOID THE WARRANTY. NADY SYSTEMS, INC.
