Introduction
This guide contains information about the Extron MPA 401-70V and MPA 401-100V mini
power amplifiers with instructions for experienced installers on how to install, configure,
and operate the equipment. Unless otherwise specified, references in this guide to the
“amplifier,” “MPA,” or “MPA 401” relate to the features or operation of either amplifier.
MPA 401-70V and MPA 401-100V Description
The Extron MPA 401-70V and MPA 401-100V integrated mini power amplifiers provide
mono amplification for speaker systems that require compact and economical audio
solutions. Both amplifiers accept balanced or unbalanced, stereo or mono inputs and
provide a summed mono output. The MPA 401-70V delivers up to 40 watts (rms) for a
high-impedance, 70 V distributed sound system. The MPA 401-100V delivers up to 40
watts (rms) for a high-impedance, 100 V distributed sound system.
Front panel controls allow easy adjustment of bass, treble, and input levels. Volume can be
controlled remotely by the Extron VCM 100, VC 50, or MLA VC 10.
Both amplifiers feature high efficiency, Class D amplifier design with advanced CDRS
™
(Class D Ripple Suppression) technology that eliminates EMI emissions and interference
with sensitive A/V equipment. The design allows the amplifiers to be fanless and operate
in environments with little or no ventilation. Both amplifiers meet UL 2043 for smoke and
fire code for above-the-ceiling installations.
INPUTS
OUTPUT
50/60 Hz
100-240V .3A
2
1
3
4
L R
L
R
L
R
L R
L
R
AUDIO
VID
1
2
3
4
Y
/VID
B-Y
H/
HV
R
/R-Y
V
G
/Y
B
/B-Y
RS-232
LAN
RESET
ACT
LINK
DVI-I
YC
SDI
R-Y
/C
RGB/R-Y,Y,B-Y/YC/VID
I
N
P
U
T
O
U
T
P
U
T
I
N
P
U
T
O
U
T
P
U
T
POWER
12V
1.5A MAX
OUTPUT
70V
INPUTS
L
(MONO)
(MONO)
R
REMOTE
VOL/MUTE
MPA 401-70V
R
L
CLASS 2 WIRING
DO NOT GROUND
OR SHORT
SPEAKER OUTPUTS!
10V 50mA
US
LISTED
17TT
AUDIO/VIDEO
APPARATUS
®
Extron
SI 3CT LP
Full-Range
Ceiling Speakers
VC 50
Extron
VOLUME
DBS RECEIVER
Extron
MPA 401
Mini Power
Amplier
Extron
DVS 304 DVI AD
Digital Video
Scaler
w/ Audio
Audio
Flat Panel
Display
(DVI)
DSS Receiver
(S-video)
Laptop
(RGB)
DVD
(Component)
VCR
(Video)
Extron VC 50
Volume Controller
CONFIG
DISPLAY
MLC 104 IP
VOLUME
1
2
3
4
ON
OFF
Extron
MLC 104 IP Plus
Controller
Figure 1. Typical Application for the MPA 401
MPA 401-70V and MPA 401-100V • Introduction 1