This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to the presence of un-insulated and dangerous voltages within the product enclosure. These are voltages that
may be sufficient to constitute the risk of electric
shock or death.
This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions.
Please read.
Fuse
To prevent fire and damage to the product, use only
the recommended fuse type as indicated in this
manual. Do not short-circuit the fuse holder. Before
replacing the fuse, make sure that the product is
OFF and disconnected from the AC outlet.
Protective Ground
Before turning the product ON, make sure that it is
connected to Ground. This is to prevent the risk of
electric shock.
Never cut internal or external Ground wires. Likewise,
never remove Ground wiring from the Protective
Ground Terminal.
Protective Ground Terminal
AC mains (Alternating Current)
Hazardous Live Terminal
ON:Denotes the product is turned on.
OFF: Denotes the product is turned off.
WARNING
Describes precautions that should be observed to
prevent the possibility of death or injury to the user.
CAUTION
Describes precautions that should be observed to
prevent damage to the product.
Disposing of this product should not be
placed in municipal waste and should be
Separate collection.
WARNING
Power Supply
Ensure that the mains source voltage (AC outlet)
matches the voltage rating of the product. Failure
to do so could result in damage to the product and
possibly the user.
Unplug the product before electrical storms occur
and when unused for long periods of time to reduce
the risk of electric shock or fire.
External Connection
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains
cabling (power cord). Failure to do so could result
in shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from
a registered electrician.
Do Not Remove Any Covers
Within the product are areas where high voltages
may present. To reduce the risk of electric shock do
not remove any covers unless the AC mains power
cord is removed.
Covers should be removed by qualified service
personnel only.
No user serviceable parts inside.
Operating Conditions
Always install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
To avoid the risk of electric shock and damage, do
not subject this product to any liquid/rain or moisture.
Do not use this product when in close proximity to
water.
Do not install this product near any direct heat source.
Do not block areas of ventilation. Failure to do so
could result in fire.
Keep product away from naked flames.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions
Follow all instructions
Keep these instructions. Do not discard.
Heed all warnings.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Power Cord and Plug
Do not tamper with the power cord or plug. These are
designed for your safety.
Do not remove Ground connections!
If the plug does not fit your AC outlet seek advice from
a qualified electrician.
Protect the power cord and plug from any physical
stress to avoid risk of electric shock.
Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. This
could cause electric shock or fire.
Cleaning
When required, either blow off dust from the product
or use a dry cloth.
Do not use any solvents such as Benzol or Alcohol.
For safety, keep product clean and free from dust.
Servicing
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only.
Do not perform any servicing other than those instructions contained within the User's Manual.
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PREFACE
PREFACE
Thank you for choosing MC500.4 four channels Power Amplifier and thanks for choosing one of the results ofLTO
AUDIO TEAM job and research.
For ourLTO AUDIO TEAM, music and sound are more than a job... is first of all passion and let us say our obsession!
We have been designing professional audio products for a long time in cooperation with some of the major brands
in the world in the audio field.
TheLTO line presents unparalleled analogue and digital products made by Musicians for Musicians in our R&D
centers in Italy, Netherlands, United Kingdom and Taiwan. The core of our digital audio products is a sophisticated
Software Team for the last 7 years.
Following this idea we create our products and we will create the new ones! From our side, we guarantee you and
we will guarantee you also in future the best quality, the best fruits of our continuous researches and the best prices.
Nothing else to add, but that we would like to thank all the people that made the MC500.4 four channels Power
Amplifier and thank our designers and all theLTO staff, people who make possible the realization of products
containing our idea of music and sound and are ready to support you , our customers, in the best way, conscious
that you are our best richness.
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This LED lights up when the amplifier is powered on
Input Level Indicator Display
There are three high accurate LED indicators, which shows the level of the input signal. When the respective
channel's output signal distortion exceeds 0.5%, the red LED (clip) indicator lights up. it will warn you that the
level of the input signal is too high and may cause distortion, please attenuate the level of the input signal.
Protection LED
4
This green LED indicator lights up when the amplifier is powered ON, indicating that the soft-start protection
system is working. No sound is output during soft-start up. if one of the protection systems is activated during
normal use, this indicator lights up and no sound is output. The speakers system is actually disconnected from
the amplifier outputs when this indicator lights up. The protection systems are activated when overheating
occurs or a DC voltage is corrected, the protection systems deactivate automatically, this indicator goes out, and
normal amplifier operation is resumed.
Output Limiter LED
5
Set the clip limit switch at "ON" position, the yellow LED lights up when the unit is limiting the output signal.
6
Level Control
This pot provides smooth level changes control.
7
Fan
The unit is equipped with two fans, which can accelerate the flow of air to lower the temperature inside unit. The
inside temperature determines the fan speed, which controls the inside air flowing speed.
Bridge Mode LED Indicator
8
When you operate the unit in bridge mode, the LED indicator lights up .
Parallel Mode LED Indicator
When you operate the unit power amplifier in parallel mode, the LED indicator lights up
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3.2 The Rear Panel
INPUTS
CH2
CH4
FILTERS
35HzFILTER
FILTERON
5
67 10
4
1
FILTEROFF
75HzFILTER
CH1MODE SWITCHES CH2
CH3MODE SWITCHES CH4
PARALLELMODE
12
35HzFILTER
75HzFILTER
BRIDGE MONO
FILTERON
BRIDGEABLE
CHANNEL PAIRS:
CH1AND CH2
CH3AND CH4
TOBRIDGE CHANNEL PAIRS SET INPUT SWITCHES AS
SHOWN.USE THE LOWER NUMBERED CHANNEL'S INPUT
FILTEROFF
ANDGAIN CONTROL. CONNECT SPEAKER AS SHOWN.
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3
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4
SWITCH SETTINGS
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BRIDGE
MONO
CH2
OUTPUTS
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MODEL
SERIAL
10
INPUT Terminal
CH1
CH3
MODE SWITCH SETTINGS
CLIP LIMIT
ON
5
3
6789
4
2
OFFONOFF
STEREO MODE
5
3
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4
12
10
This unit is provided with balanced terminals, which are used to connect the input signal. Channel 1
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anslutstill ett natverk
CH3CH1
BRIDGE
MONO
CH4
OUTPUTS
and channel 3
AC INPUT
are used in bridge and parallel mode.
Mode Selector
11
You can choose the right function and output you need via the mode selector switch. In order to make you acquire
these settings, now let me introduce the dip switch.
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BREAKERBREAKER
14
Useonly with a 250V fuse
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This switch is made up of 10 small dip switches, these small dip switches from1 to 5 control one channel, these
rest ones (6-10 ) control the other channel, ok, you can choose the right mode setting you need via these small
dip switches. Take the dip switch of channel 1 and channel 2 for example. Channel 3 and channel 4 are the same
as channel 1 and channel 2
- Output Mode Selector
This unit provides three output modes: stereo, bridge and parallel. Here are some details:
turn these small dip switches of 4, 5, 6, 7 up to the top, then channel 1 and channel 2 are inStereo mode:stereo
mode;
STEREO MODE
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Parallel mode: turn these small dip switches of 4, 5, 6, to the top, and turn the small dip switch of 7 down, then
channel 1 and channel 2 are in parallel mode.
PARALLEL MODE
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BRIDGE MODE
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Please refer to chapter 5 for the connection of loads in detain.
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mode.
- function selector
Clip limit : set these small dip switches of 1(ON) and 10(ON) at "ON" position , then the clip limit of channel 1
and channel 2 has been working; once the output level is reach or exceed the level that is predetermined by the
threshold setting selected, it may result in the undesirable distortion .in order to avoid the distortion, the clip begins;
if the dip switch are set at "OFF", the clip limit doesn't work.
CLIP LIMIT
ON
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ON
OFF
Filter: this unit are equipped with two low cut filter eliminating unwanted low- frequency signals like rumble noise:
75Hz and 35Hz. You will activate 35Hz low cut filter by Turning these two small dip switches of 2 and 9 up to the
top, and turn these two small dip switches down, you will choose 75Hz low cut filter.
FILTER ON
35Hz FILTER
5
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FILTER OFF
4
75Hz FILTER
1
Output Terminal
12
You can output the powered signal by the specific output connectors according to the actual application circumstance.
Caution: turn off the unit before connecting the output connectors so as to avoid any electric shock!
OFF
35Hz FILTER
FILTER ON
FILTER OFF
75Hz FILTER
Breaker
13
This switch works as fuse for protecting the unit from damage. When the unit is overloaded or the temperature
inside the unit is too high, this push-button will spring up and break the power supply. The power supply will be
restored with pushing this switch again.
14
AC-Inlet
This standard IEC receptacle is supplied to allow to connect your MC500.4 to mains via the supplied power cord.
4. Installation
4.1 Mains connection
Do not insert the power cord into this unit until voltage has been correctly set. Do not plug the power cord into the
mains until the voltage has been correctly set. Please ensure that the MC500.4 professional power amplifi ris
supplied with the correct voltage before turning on this unit. If you can't power up this unit while turning on the mains
switch (1), check the Breaker (14) on the rear panel fist, maybe it is pressed to reset. Otherwise, contact the
technician or qualified personnel for any service.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than contained in this manual unless
you are qualified to do so. Please turn off this unit before any installation and connection, esp. when you connect
your unit into the sound system. This is important to prevent damage to the unit itself as well as other consequent
speaker system. This is important to prevent damage to the unit itself as well as other consequent speaker system.
The mains connection of the MC 500.4 professional power amplifier is made by using the enclosed power cord and
a standard IEC receptacle, and it meets all of the international safety certification requirement.
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4.2 Rack Mounting
the most secure mounting is on a universal rack shelf available from various rack manufactures or your music dealer.
The MC500.4 professional power amplifier fits into one standard 19" rack unit of space. Be sure that there is enough
air space around the unit for sufficient ventilation. If heat release is inadequate, this unit will retain heat inside, which
may cause the protection, or even a fire.
5. Application
The MC500.4 provides three operating modes with each unit: stereo mode, parallel mode and bridged mode, you
can decide each specific operating mode according to your actual application circumstance. Following examples will
show you the typical connections, you can refer to install your MC500.4 into a sound system:
5.1 Operate MC500.4 Power Amplifier In Stereo Mode
In this mode, channel 1 and channel 2 operate independently ( as a conventional stereo amp).The channel 1 input
signal will be output from the channel 1 output jacks, and the channel 2 input signal will be output form the channel 2
output jacks.(take channel 1 and channel 2 for example)
MODEL
SERIAL
Channel 1
CH1
CH3
MODE SWITCH SETTINGS
CLIP LIMIT
ON
5
3
6789
4
2
OFFONOFF
STEREO MODE
5
3
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4
12
INPUTS
CH2
CH4
FILTERS
35HzFILTER
FILTERON
5
67 10
4
1
FILTEROFF
75HzFILTER
CH1MODE SWITCHES CH2
CH3MODE SWITCHES CH4
35HzFILTER
FILTERON
BRIDGEABLE
CHANNEL PAIRS:
CH1AND CH2
CH3AND CH4
TOBRIDGE CHANNEL PAIRS SET INPUT SWITCHES AS
SHOWN.USE THE LOWER NUMBERED CHANNEL'S INPUT
FILTEROFF
ANDGAIN CONTROL. CONNECT SPEAKER AS SHOWN.
75HzFILTER
Channel 2
STEREO MODE
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PARALLELMODE
5
3
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4
12
BRIDGE MONO
SWITCH SETTINGS
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BRIDGE
MONO
CH2
OUTPUTS
CH3CH1
BRIDGE
MONO
CH4
OUTPUTS
Channel 1
Channel 2
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anslutstill ett natverk
BREAKERBREAKER
AC INPUT
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5.2 Operate MC500.4 Power Amplifier In Parallel Mode
in this mode, the channel 1 input signal will be output from the output connectors of both channel 1 and channel
2. The channel 2 input jack is not used. The channel 1 and channel 2 volumes can be adjusted independently.
MODEL
SERIAL
5.3 Operate MC500.4 In Bridge Mode
Channel 1
CH1
CH3
MODE SWITCH SETTINGS
CLIP LIMIT
ON
5
3
6789
4
2
OFFONOFF
STEREO MODE
5
3
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4
12
INPUTS
CH2
CH4
FILTERS
FILTERON
35HzFILTER
5
67 10
4
1
FILTEROFF
75HzFILTER
CH1MODE SWITCHES CH2
CH3MODE SWITCHES CH4
PARALLELMODE
35HzFILTER
FILTERON
BRIDGEABLE
CHANNEL PAIRS:
CH1AND CH2
CH3AND CH4
TOBRIDGE CHANNEL PAIRS SET INPUT SWITCHES AS
SHOWN.USE THE LOWER NUMBERED CHANNEL'S INPUT
FILTEROFF
ANDGAIN CONTROL. CONNECT SPEAKER AS SHOWN.
75HzFILTER
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5
3
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4
12
BRIDGE MONO
SWITCH SETTINGS
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PARALLEL MODE
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BRIDGE
MONO
CH2
OUTPUTS
CH3CH1
BRIDGE
MONO
CH4
OUTPUTS
Channel 1
Channel 2
Apparatenskall anslutas
tilljordat uttag nar den
anslutstill ett natverk
BREAKERBREAKER
AC INPUT
+
+
+
Useonly with a 250V fuse
In this mode, the channel 1 input signal will be output from the bridge output connectors. In this case, use the channel 1
volume control to adjust the volume. keep the volume control of channel 2 turned completely down (counterclockwise).
Then, you can control the volume of the whole system by adjusting the channel 1 volume control.
MODEL
SERIAL
Channel 1
CH1
CH3
MODE SWITCH SETTINGS
CLIP LIMIT
ON
5
3
6789
4
2
OFFONOFF
STEREO MODE
5
3
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4
12
INPUTS
CH2
CH4
FILTERS
35HzFILTER
FILTERON
5
67 10
4
1
FILTEROFF
75HzFILTER
CH1MODE SWITCHES CH2
CH3MODE SWITCHES CH4
PARALLELMODE
12
35HzFILTER
FILTERON
BRIDGEABLE
CHANNEL PAIRS:
CH1AND CH2
CH3AND CH4
TOBRIDGE CHANNEL PAIRS SET INPUT SWITCHES AS
SHOWN.USE THE LOWER NUMBERED CHANNEL'S INPUT
FILTEROFF
ANDGAIN CONTROL. CONNECT SPEAKER AS SHOWN.
75HzFILTER
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3
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4
BRIDGE MONO
SWITCH SETTINGS
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BRIDGE
MONO
CH2
OUTPUTS
CH3CH1
BRIDGE
MONO
CH4
OUTPUTS
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tilljordat uttag nar den
anslutstill ett natverk
BREAKERBREAKER
AC INPUT
Useonly with a 250V fuse
+
BRIDGE MODE
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6.CAUTION FOR APPLICATION
6.1 General Application instruction
the following instructions describe the common ways to install your MC500.4 power amplifier into a sound application
system:
First, turn off power switch before connection.
Refer to chapter 5 for speaker connection
MC500.4 power amplifier may be operated in one of the three modes, please slide the mode selector for the
specific operating mode
6.2 caution for speak connection
The output capacity of MC 500.4 power amplifier is very high, be sure to use a speaker system that has sufficient
input capacity. If the input capacity of your speaker system is lower than the rated output of the MC500.4 power
amplifier, you can protect your speakers by connecting a fuse serially between the speaker and the amplifier
as shown below.
MODEL
SERIAL
CH1
CH3
MODE SWITCH SETTINGS
CLIP LIMIT
ON
5
3
6789
4
2
OFFONOFF
STEREO MODE
5
3
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4
12
(+)
(-)
Output
INPUTS
CH2
CH4
FILTERS
35HzFILTER
FILTERON
5
67 10
4
1
FILTEROFF
75HzFILTER
CH1MODE SWITCHES CH2
CH3MODE SWITCHES CH4
PARALLELMODE
35HzFILTER
FILTERON
BRIDGEABLE
CHANNEL PAIRS:
CH1AND CH2
CH3AND CH4
TOBRIDGE CHANNEL PAIRS SET INPUT SWITCHES AS
SHOWN.USE THE LOWER NUMBERED CHANNEL'S INPUT
FILTEROFF
ANDGAIN CONTROL. CONNECT SPEAKER AS SHOWN.
75HzFILTER
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5
3
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4
12
BRIDGE MONO
SWITCH SETTINGS
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BRIDGE
MONO
CH2
OUTPUTS
Fuse
CH3CH1
BRIDGE
MONO
CH4
OUTPUTS
Apparatenskall anslutas
tilljordat uttag nar den
anslutstill ett natverk
BREAKERBREAKER
AC INPUT
+
Speaker
System
Useonly with a 250V fuse
Use the following formula to determine the fuse capacity according to the speaker's input capacity.
As to the speaker cable, if you use a long one, use as thick a cable as possible to prevent deterioration of the
damping factor or power loss inside the cable.
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7. BLOCK DIAGRAM
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8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Model
Output Power
20Hz 20kHz @0.1%THD , stereo Mode
8 ohms per channel (EIAJ)
4 ohms per channel (EIAJ)
Bridge Mono Mode
8 ohms, 1kHz, 0.1% THD (EIAJ)
Distortion (SMPTE-IM)
Frequency Response
Damping Factor, 1kHz, 0.1%THD(EIAJ)
Signal to Noise, 20Hz-20kHz
Voltage Gain
Input sensitivity @ 4 ohms
Input clipping
Input impedance
Controls
Indicators
Connectors, each channel
cooling
Load protection
Power supply
Dimensions
Net weight
MC500.4
4x300W
4x500W
2 1000W
<0.05%
20Hz- 20kHz 1dB, -3dB point: 10Hz- 60kHz
>300@8 ohms
100dB
40 ( 32dB)
1Vrms
10 Vrms (+22dB)
10Kohms unbalanced, 20 Kohms balanced
Front: AC Switch, Ch1 - Ch4 Gain Knobs
Rear: MODE SWITCHS
Power - On: Blue LED
Protection: Green LED
LIMITER:YellowLED
Clip: Red LED
Parallel-input: Yellow LED
Bridge: Yellow LED
Level: Green LED (-20 and -10dB)
15.9" ( 40.3 cm) deep ( rack mounting to rear support ears)
19Kg
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9. WARRANTY
1. WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
To obtain Warranty Service, the buyer should first fill out and return the enclosed Warranty Registration Card within
10 days of the Purchase Date.
All the information presented in this Warranty Registration Card gives the manufacturer a better understanding of
the sales status, so as to purport a more effective and efficient after-sales warranty service.
Please fill out all the information carefully and genuinely, miswriting or absence of this card will void your warranty
service.
2. RETURN NOTICE
2.1 In case of return for any warranty service, please make sure that the product is well packed in its original shipping
carton, and it can protect your unit from any other extra damage.
2.2 Please provide a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase with the returned machine, and give detail
information about your return address and contact telephone number.
2.3 A brief description of the defect will be appreciated.
2.4 Please prepay all the costs involved in the return shipping, handling and insurance.
3. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
3.1warrants that this product will be free from any defects in materials and/or workmanship for a period
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of 1 year from the purchase date if you have completed the Warranty Registration Card in time.
3.2 The warranty service is only available to the original consumer, who purchased this product directly from the
retail dealer, and it can not be transferred.
3.3 During the warranty service,may repair or replace this product at its own option at no charge to you for
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parts or for labor in accordance with the right side of this limited warranty.
3.4 This warranty does not apply to the damages to this product that occurred as the following conditions:
Instead of operating in accordance with the user's manual thoroughly, any abuse or misuse of this product.
Normal tear and wear.
The product has been altered or modified in any way.
Damage which may have been caused either directly or indirectly by another product / force / etc.
Abnormal service or repairing by anyone other than the qualified personnel or technician.
And in such cases, all the expenses will be charged to the buyer.
3.5 In no event shallbe liable for any incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclu-
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sion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.
3.6 This warranty gives you the specific rights, and these rights are compatible with the state laws, you may also
have other statutory rights that may vary from state to state.
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SEIKAKU TECHNICAL GROUP LIMITED
SEKAKU ELECTRON INDUSTRY CO., LTD.
No. 1, Lane 17, Sec. 2, Han Shi West Road, Taichung 40151, Taiwan
http://www.altoproaudio.com Tel: 886-4-22313737
email: alto@altoproaudio.com Fax: 886-4-22346757
All rights reserved to ALTO. All features and content might be changed
without prior notice. Any photocopy, translation, or reproduction of part of this
manual without written permission is forbidden. Copyright2005 SEIKAKU GROUP
c
NF02240-1.0
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