HPA MPA-240Z, MPA-480Z Mixer Amplifier User Manual

HPA MPA-240Z, MPA-480Z Mixer Amplifier

Product Specifications

• Power supply: 220-240VAC – 50/60Hz
• Outputs: 4 ohms / 70V / 100V
• Bluetooth frequency band: 2402 – 2480 MHz
• RMS output power : 240W max total
• Frequency response: 80Hz – 17kHz

Product Information

The MPA240Z and MPA480Z amplifiers are versatile audio devices designed for various applications. They feature multiple input options, including USB, SD card, Bluetooth, and line inputs. These amplifiers also have zone outputs at 100V, suitable for commercial audio installations.

Product Usage Instructions

Connecting and Using Bluetooth

1. Initiate a device search to pair with the amplifier. The speaker will be displayed as MPRO240 or MPRO480.
2. Press the play button on the device to start audio playback.

Recording and Playing an Alert Message
The amplifiers have an internal memory for recording and playing back alert messages. Follow these steps:

1. To record:
   • Close and hold the REC dry contact to start recording (maximum 60 seconds).
   • You can record from a USB/Bluetooth/SD/line or microphone source.
   • Open the REC contact to stop recording.
2. To play:
   • Close and hold the PLAY dry contact to start playback.
   • Open the PLAY contact to stop playback.

FAQs

• Can I connect low-impedance loudspeakers with 4 ohms and 70V / 100V simultaneously?
  No, never connect low-impedance loudspeakers with 4 ohms and 70V / 100V simultaneously to avoid potential issues.

• How do I activate voice priority on specific inputs?
  To activate voice priority on inputs, set the corresponding VOX switch to ON and adjust the voice priority level. Other signal levels will be reduced accordingly.

SAFETY INSTRUCTION

Read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

• The lightning bolt in the triangle draws attention to a physical hazard (e.g. electrocution).
• The exclamation mark within the triangle indicates a hazard when handling or operating the device.

WARNING:

• Do not place small objects such as coins or paper clips on the device, as they may fall inside. Doing so may result in fire or electric shock. If any liquid or object enters the unit, unplug it immediately and contact your dealer.
• To disconnect, always pull the plug, never the cord.
• Never connect or disconnect the mains plug with wet hands.
• Keep electrical appliances out of the reach of children. Be especially careful around children. Children are unaware of the dangers of electrical appliances. They may try to insert an object into the device, which represents a serious risk of electrocution.
• Never place the unit on an unstable or moving surface. There is a risk of injury or damage if the unit falls.
• All persons involved in the operation, installation and maintenance of this device must be trained and qualified, and must comply with the following instructions
• Replace defective mains cables only by a specialist. Risk of electric shock!
• If you’re not sure of the correct connection, or if you have any questions that aren’t answered in the instructions, please ask a specialist or your dealer for advice.
• To avoid damage caused by power surges, unplug the adapter and switch off the device if it is not to be used for a long time.
• The device in operation must not be exposed to extreme temperatures (not below 5°C and not above 35°C).
• The device may only be used indoors.
• Do not place an open flame such as a candle on or near the appliance.
• Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• When the power cord or a device coupler is used as a disconnecting device, this device must remain easily accessible.
• IMPORTANT NOTE: Electrical products must not be disposed of with household waste.
• Please have them recycled where recycling centers exist. Consult your local authorities or your dealer about how to recycle them.
• In compliance with CE standard requirements
• Recycled products are recyclable
• For indoor use only

BATTERY RECOMMENDATIONS

• This pictogram indicates that used batteries should not be disposed of with household waste, but should be taken to separate collection points for recycling.

• Keep batteries away from excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

• When batteries are not in use, remove them to avoid damage caused by leakage or battery corrosion.
  ATTENTION
  Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
  WARNING
  Do not ingest battery. Danger of chemical burns. If in doubt about whether batteries have been swallowed or inserted in any part of the body, consult a doctor immediately. Keep new and used batteries out of the reach of children.

• If the battery compartment does not close properly, stop using the product and keep out of reach of children.

FRONT CONTROL PANEL

1. Player (see below)
2. ON-OFF selector and zone indicator (1 to 6)
3. Zone volume control (1 to 6)
4. VU MASTER output meter / Display
5. ON / OFF: on/off switch
6. MASTER output level control
7. 2-band equalizer BASS (100Hz) / TREBLE (10kHz) on MASTER output
8. AUX input selector (RCA A – RCA B – Media Player)
9. Level control for inputs 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – AUX.

REAR PANEL

1. AC220-240V power supply input

2. MASTER + ZONES (1 to 6) speaker output (COM – 4ohms – 70V – 100V) in Euroblock
   Please note:

   • Be sure to respect the total power available on the outputs, otherwise the amplifier may be damaged. MPA-240Z > 240W MAX on total of all outputs
   • MPA-480Z > 480W MAX on total of all outputs
   • Connect negative pole to COM and positive pole to 4ohms / 70V / 100V
     
     Never connect low-impedance loudspeakers with 4 ohms and 70V / 100V simultaneously.

3. Siren activation on input 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 via dry contact + level adjustment.
   Example: if a siren is connected to the dry contact of input 2, set the CHIME 2 switch to ON and adjust the volume level.

4. Activate voice priority on input 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 + level control
   Example: if the priority voice is connected to input 2, set the VOX 2 switch to ON and adjust the voice priority. All other signal levels will then be reduced.

5. RCA unbalanced line input + RCA line output (REC)

6. Balanced signal input. Channel 1 – 2 – 3 – 4: MIC or LINE (Euroblock).

7. LINE or MIC input selector. Center PH position activates +48V phantom power on microphone.

8. FM radio antenna / MEDIA player line output / microphone connection (optional)

9. Dry contact for switch connection or circuit-breaker to broadcast warning message

10. Alert message broadcast input contacts on selected zone (1 to 6) or on all zones.

    • These amplifiers feature an emergency message broadcast channel with priority. This message can be broadcast to a selected zone by bypass contact. When the message is broadcast via the EMC input, all other inputs are automatically muted.
    • The MUTE contact will deactivate all inputs except the EMC input.

USB PLAYER – BLUETOOTH – FM

1. Screen
2. USB drive
3. SD card reader
4. MENU button.
   • Short press : FM/USB/SD/Bluetooth/AUX 3.5mm
   • Long press : switches the player off
5. Play/Pause button
   • Short press: play/pause in USB/SD mode
   • Long press: records radio stations in FM mode. Stops song in USB/SD mode
6. 3.5mm mini-jack AUX input
7. Previous button
   • Short press: to select previous radio station or previous song
   • Long press: to search for a previous station in FM mode. To go backwards in the song in USB/SD mode
8. Next button
   • Short press: to select the next radio station or song
   • Long press: to search for a previous station in FM mode. To advance through the song in USB/SD mode
9. IR remote control sensor

REMOTE CONTROL

CONNECTING AND USING BLUETOOTH

• Switch on the device and press the MENU button (4) on the device to select the BLUETOOTH ”BLUE” function, and the device switches to search mode.
• Activate Bluetooth on the external device to be synchronized.
• Start the device search. The speaker is displayed as “MPRO240 or MPRO480”.
• Select it and enter the password “0000” if necessary.
• Press the play button on the device to start playback.
• Select titles with the NEXT and PREV keys, and Volume with the rotary knob (9), making sure that the volume of the Bluetooth source (cell phone, tablet) is active.

RECORD and PLAY an alert message.

• The MPA240Z and MPA480Z amplifiers feature an internal memory for recording and playing back simple alert messages of up to 60 seconds.
• This message must be recorded via the dry contact on the rear panel (9).

To record :

• Close and hold REC dry contact to start recording (max 60 sec)
• A USB / Bluetooth / SD / line or microphone source can be recorded. Open REC contact to stop recording

To read :

• Close and hold the PLAY dry contact to start playback.
• Open the PLAY contact to stop playback.

TECHNICAL DATA

| MPA240Z| MPA480Z
---|---|---
Power supply| 220-240VAC – 50/60Hz| 220-240VAC – 50/60Hz
Outputs| 4 ohms / 70V / 100V| 4 ohms / 70V / 100V
Bluetooth frequency band| 2402 – 2480 MHz| 2402 – 2480 MHz
RMS output power| 240W max total| 480W max total
Frequency response| 80Hz – 17kHz| 80Hz – 17kHz
THD| <0.5% at 1kHz| <0.5% at 1kHz
Product dimensions| 420 x 88 x 320 mm (2U)| 420 x 88 x 320 mm (2U)
Power consumption| 345W. max.| 680W. max.
Net weight| 9.76 KG| 11.2 KG

• The undersigned, MSC Distribution, declares that the radio equipment type MPA240Z / MPA480Z and brand HPA complies with Directive 2014/53/EU.
• The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following Internet address : https://www.msc-distribution.com/certifications/

Imported by

• HPA – MSC Distribution
• 9 Avenue Camille Flammarion
• 91630 Avrainville / FRANCE
• infos@msc-distribution.com
• Tel : +33 1 69 34 80 62

References

• distribution.com

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