Nady RPA-4 operating instructions

OWNER’S MANUAL

RPA-4

PORTABLE SYSTEM

4 CHANNEL PORTABLE SOUND SYSTEM

RPA-4

4 CHANNEL PORTABLE SOUND SYSTEM

Congratulations on your choice of the NADY AUDIO RPA-4
Portable Sound System — you have purchased one of the finest
portable sound systems on the market today. This unit was
developed using the expertise of professional sound engineers
and working musicians. You will find that your new NADY AUDIO
RPA-4 has superior performance and greater flexibility than any
other portable sound systems in its price range. Please read this
manual carefully to get the most out of your new unit.

Thanks for selecting NADY AUDIO as your choice in portable
sound system.

FEATURES

• Compact (“take anywhere”) complete one-piece portable sound
system with built-in powered mixer and speaker

• Collapsible/locking handle and built-in rubber rollerblade wheels

• 100W RMS @ 4 Ω

• 4 mono balanced (XLR and 1/4" TRS) inputs

• 10" woofer and compression dome tweeter

• Channel Controls - Gain, Reverb, High EQ, Low EQ controls

• Master Volume, High, Mid and Low EQ controls

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FEATURES ................................................................................. 2

WARNING................................................................................... 3

INSTALLATION .......................................................................... 4

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS ...................... 5

REAR PANEL CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS ........................ 6

• DSP Reverb with Level and Depth controls

• 1/4" Effect Send, Return, and Line Out jacks; RCA Tape In/Rec
Out

• Rugged enclosure with vinyl cover, carrying handle, and
basemount for mounting on a speaker stand

Date of Purchase ____________________________________

Dealer’s Name ______________________________________

City _______________________________________________

State _____________________ Zip _____________________

Model # ____________________________________________

Serial # ___________________

SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................... 7

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WARNING

An equilateral triangle enclosing a lightening flash/arrowhead symbol is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure which may be of sufficient

ATTENTION

:

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

An equilateral triangle enclosing an exclamation point is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and service instructions in
the literature enclosed with this unit.

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. This product, in combination with headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause

permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable.

If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist.

5. The product should be positioned so that proper ventilation is maintained.

6. The product should be located away from heat sources such as radiators, heat vents, or other devices

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

7. The product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the

product. Replace the fuse only with one of the specified type, size, and correct rating.

8. The power supply cord should: (1) be undamaged, (2) never share an outlet or extension cord with other devices so that the

outlet’s or extension cord’s power rating is exceeded, and (3) never be left plugged into the outlet when not being used for

a long period of time.

9. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into, and liquids are not spilled through, the enclosure’s openings.

10. The product should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:

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

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

C. The product has been exposed to rain.

D. The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

E. The product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

11. Do not attempt to service the product beyond what is described in the user maintenance instructions. All other servicing should

be referred to qualified service personnel.

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