Bogen Power Vector V35 Owner's manual

Accessories
Signal-Processing Modules
When signal-processing output modules are
installed into the Power Vector's last
two module bays, they automatically insert
themselves into the mix bus signal path lead-
ing to the power amplifier stage.When two of
these output modules are installed, their ef-
fects are cascaded with the second to last
bay's module processing the signal first and
then passing it to the module in the last bay.
Two benefits are gained by this innovation: (1)
the effects insert jacks are still available for
use by external processing equipment,(2) the
signal-processing output modules act on the
raw mix bus signal before any other user con-
trols, like master volume, bass, and treble.
This then ensures that signal level dependent
processors, such as the CMP1R Compressor/
Limiter and the ANS1R Ambient
Noise
Sensor modules, perform as intended
regard-
less of front panel master control changes.
Remote Volume Control
The master volume control is motorized.
By using a motor to physically move the con-
trol knob, a new level of remote control
adjustability is achieved.
Regardless of where the master volume con-
trol is set on the amplifier, the remote can
move it up or down.Since the remote control
signal is now the drive signal to the motor,
noise on the remote control leads cannot mix
in with the amplifier signals. This gives the
PowerVector a fully functional and clean way
of remotely controlling overall system level.
Traditionally, remote volume control was ac-
complished by having the remote control
vary an analog control signal to an opto-
resistor in the amplifier. This opto-resistor
would further attenuate the signal level in the
amplifier, based on the remote control setting.
This approach has two drawbacks: (1) the
maximum volume that can be achieved by
changing the remote control was limited by
the master volume control setting on the
amplifier, or vice-versa depending on how
the amplifier was designed, the remote
could lower volume,but could not further in-
crease it; (2) the control signal, because it is
analog, is vulnerable to noise. If a 60 Hz
hum was picked up by the long remote
volume leads, it could cause the opto-
resistor to modulate the volume level at the
hum frequency.
PVSC
Power Vector
Security Cover
RVCP
Remote Volume
Control Panel
RPK87
Rack
Mounting Kit
PVMC
Module
Security
Cover
Power Vector Modular Amplifiers
V35, V60, V100, V150, V250
Bogen's Power Vector modular input amplifier series offers a wide range of
power levels from which to choose, with five models ranging from 35W to 250W.
The amplifiers are designed to work with both high- (70V/25V) and low- (4/8-ohm)
impedance speaker systems. Each model includes eight module bays for input
modules and allows up to four levels of priority between modules. Two module bays
are also capable of accepting signal-processing output modules. Each input channel
has an associated signal/clip LED for signal status. An 11-segment LED output meter
monitors output signal level, which can be controlled by the Remote Volume
Control Panel (RVCP, sold separately). Modules required, but sold separately.
WALL-MOUNTABLE
version
on Page 40
MIXER
version
on Page 48
Product Features:
•5 models ranging from 35W to 250W, each
with a large power reserve
•Capable of handling 70V, 25V, 8-ohm,
and 4-ohm speaker loads
•8 input module bays (modules sold
separately)
•Wide selection of advanced input modules
• 2 module bays capable of handling signal-
processing output modules
•4 levels of priority between modules
•11-segment LED output level meter with
Average and Peak switch
•Motorized master volume control that can
be remotely operated (requires RVCP)
•Bass and treble controls
•Two-color LED for each channel indicates
signal active/signal clipping
•Lockable switch permits user to select
either transformer-coupled outputs or
a direct low-impedance output
•Master mute control mutes all audio from
the mixer section of the amplifier
•Bass and treble control bypass switch
•125 Hz Low Cut feature
•2 rack spaces high (3-1/2")
•Listed to UL Standard 60065
for US and Canada
•Signal-processing insert jacks allow exter-
nal equipment to be inserted between the
pre-amp output and the power amp input
•Pre-EQ unbalanced buffer output signal
“post” all unit controls, but “pre” any exter-
nal signal-processing equipment connected
•Grounded, unswitched AC convenience
receptacle with a 500W maximum capacity
provided for external equipment
•Security cover to protect volume, bass, and
treble controls (PVSC, sold separately)
•Module security cover prevents tampering
with module controls (PVMC, 8 included)
•Rack mountable (mounting kit RPK87,
sold separately)
Technical Specifications, Dimensions,
and Weights can be found on Page 79
ALL MODULES
SOLD SEPARATELY
Input & Signal
Processing Modules-
See Pages 39 & 40
MODULES
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AMPLIFIERS
MODULAR AMPLIFIERS
Rear View

BRIDGING INPUT - BRG1R
Daisy Chain Multiple Amplifier Inputs
•Gain/Trim control
•Ground isolated input to eliminate ground loop
•Input signal available at buffered output
•Priority assignable
•Variable ducking level when muted
•Fade back from mute
•Buffered output not muted
•Bus assignable
•RCA input and output connector
MONO AUX INPUT - MAX1R
Unbalanced Mono Input
•Gain/Trim control
•Bass & Treble controls
•Gate feature mutes lower priority modules
•Mutable by higher priority modules
•Variable ducking level when muted
•Fade back from mute
•Bus assignable
•RCA connector
BALANCED INPUT - BAL2S
Stereo, Balanced Input
•Stereo, high-impedance, electronically balanced inputs
•Professional-quality, low noise performance
•Selectable gain of 0 or 18 dB
•Compatible with telephone system page ports
•Mutable by higher priority modules
•Variable ducking level when muted
•Fade back from mute
•Screw terminal connections
STEREO AUX INPUT - SAX1R
Unbalanced Stereo Input
•Gain/Trim control
•Bass & Treble controls
•Gate feature mutes lower priority modules
•Mutable by higher priority modules
•Variable ducking level when muted
•Fade back from mute
•Stereo-to-mono summing option
•Bus assignable
•RCA connectors
MICROPHONE INPUTS - MIC2S, MIC2X
Low-impedance, Electronic-balanced Microphone Inputs
•Gain/Trim control
•High Cut/Low Cut controls
•Enhance control
•Noise gate w/Threshold control
•Limiter w/Threshold control
•24V Phantom power
•Priority & Bus assignable
•Screw terminals (MIC2S);
XLR connector (MIC2X)
Bogen’s advanced plug-in input modules provide a wide
range of functions to support a variety of applications.
(Shipping weight: 1 lb. each)
Input Modules (Output Modules on Page 40)
MICROPHONE INPUTS - MIC1S, MIC1X
Low-impedance, Transformer-balanced Microphone Inputs
•Gain/Trim control
•Bass & Treble controls
•Noise gate w/Threshold
& Duration control
•Limiter w/Threshold control
•24V Phantom power
•Priority & Bus assignable
•Balanced, transformer-isolated
•Screw terminals (MIC1S);
XLR connector (MIC1X)
TRANSFORMER-BALANCED INPUT - TBL1S
Transformer-Balanced AUX Input
•Gain/Trim control
•Bass & Treble controls
• Transformer-isolated, dual-impedance, line-level input
•Variable ducking level when muted
•Mute send & receive
•Fade back from mute
•Mute send threshold & duration adjustments
•Priority & Bus assignable
•Pluggable screw terminal connections
TONE GENERATOR - TNG1S
Multiple Tone Generator Input
•Level control
•Select 4 of 8 tones to trigger
•Burst/steady, slow whoop, siren, mechanical bell,
Klaxon, night ringer, double chime, & doorbell tones
•Momentary & continuous playback modes
•Microprocessor-controlled
•Priority assignable
•Mute send & receive
•Screw terminal trigger connections
LINE/MIC INPUTS - LMM1S, LMR1S
Actively Balanced Emulated Transformer Inputs
•Input level controlled
by remote panel or direct
voltage (LMR1S)
•Wall Plate Control included
(with LMR1S only)
•Limiter with LED activity
indicator (LMR1S)
•Line/MIC gain switch
•Gain/Trim control
•Bass & Treble controls
•Noise gate w/threshold control
•Fade back from mute
•24V phantom power
•Priority & bus assignments
•Screw terminal input
•Mutes lower priority modules
•Mutable by higher priority
modules
Accessories
MA3
Module
Adapter
Adapts Modules for use
with D-Series, WMA,
and DPA Amps
Accessories
PRS48
48V DC
Power
Supply
TELEPHONE INPUT - TEL1S
Interfaces to Telephone System's Loop Start/Ground Start Trunks or Paging Ports
•Loop start or ground start trunk interfacing
•Dry loop interface to paging ports
•Audio-activated paging in dry loop
•Gain/Trim control; Noise gate & Limiter
•Mutes lower priority modules
•Mutable by higher priority modules
•Bus assignable & Transformer-isolated
•Screw terminal connections
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AMPLIFIERS
ADVANCED INPUT MODULES
LMM1S
MIC1S MIC1X
MIC2S MIC2X
LMR1S
with Remote
Volume Control

Accessories
RVCP
Remote Volume
Control Panel
Accessories
ANS500M
Sensor Microphone
(One included; additional available)
Components
BBF
Flush-Mount
Back Box
BBS
Surface-Mount
Back Box
WMAD
Front Cover/
Door
NOTE: These items are
required for installation:
BBF or BBS, and one
WMAD.
Input Modules-
See Page 39;
Output Modules-
See Above
MODULES
PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER - PEQ1R
•2 full parametric bands
•Frequency control
•‘Q’ bandwidth control
•Gain control
•Bass and Treble control
•Unbalanced input
•Bypass switch
•Mutable input (lowest priority only)
•Gradual fade back from mute
•RCA connector
COMPRESSOR/LIMITER - CMP1R
•Compressor Ratio control
•Threshold control
•Make-up Gain control
•Bypass switch
•Unbalanced input
•Gradual fade back from mute
•Mutable input (lowest priority only)
•RCA connector
RELAY INPUT/OUTPUT - RIO1S
•Transformer-isolated, balanced line-level input
•600-ohm or 10k jumper-selectable input impedance
•8-ohm, 750mW output
•Input and output level controls
•Relay responds to selectable priority level
•External control of priority muting
•N.O. or N.C. relay contacts
•Input can be muted from higher priority modules,
with signal fade back
•Output can gate with relay priority level
•Screw terminal strips
•RJ11 connection with line output and dedicated
N.O. relay contact
Signal-Processing Output Modules (Input Modules on Page 39)
Bogen’s plug-in signal-processing output modules automatically insert themselves into the mix bus
signal path leading to the power amplifier stage when installed. (Shipping weight: 1 lb. each.)
Wall-Mount Power Vector Amplifiers
WV100, WV150, WV250
The Wall-Mount Power Vector Series combines up to 8 modular inputs and signal-processing outputs
to meet various application requirements. The amplifier’s convenient and efficient wall-mount design
provides a protected and accessible audio system in a permanent and inconspicuous mounting.
Product Features:
•100-, 150-, and 250-watt models; each with large
power reserve
•8 module input bays, accepts up to 2 signal-
pro cessing output modules and 8 input modules
•Wide selection of advanced input and signal-
processing output modules
•Four priority levels between modules
•4-ohm, 8-ohm, 25V, and 70V outputs
•Secure, permanent wall mounting (in-wall with
BBF or surface-mount with BBS)
•11-segment LED output level meter registers Peak
or Average output
•Adjustable output level limiter with active indicator
•Front-mounted tape output provides unbalanced
signal level output
•Independent volume controls for each input
•Motorized master volume control, with optional
accessory RVCP for remote operation
•External mute control
•Bass and treble controls with center detent
•125 Hz Low Cut switch
•Tone control bypass switch
•Optionally installable front-mounted input combo
jack with 1/4" stereo phone and female XLR
capabilities for connection to user-supplied
modules
•Thermal, short-circuit, and overload protection
•Thermally controlled 3-speed fan
•Listed to UL Standard 60065 for US and Canada
•Components required for installation:
Door (WMAD) and Back Box (BBF or BBS),
both sold separately
•Modules required, but sold separately
RACK-MOUNTABLE
version
on Page 38
AMBIENT NOISE SENSOR - ANS1R
•Maximum Gain control
•Ramp Speed control
•Activity Threshold control
•Ambient MIC input threshold control
•Stereo AUX input (summed mono)
•AUX level input control
•Gradual fade back from mute
•Connect up to 4 sensor mics (1 included)
•Mutable input (lowest priority only)
•RCA connectors
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AMPLIFIERS
ADVANCED OUTPUT MODULES
MODULAR AMPLIFIERS
Technical Specifications, Dimensions,
and Weights can be found on Page 79
ANS1R
with Sensor
Microphone

Dual Band EQ
The unique dual-function equalizer can be
used for acoustic shaping or for feedback
control.
• Acoustic Shaping - Full range equaliza-
tion is provided for correcting general fre-
quency response issues that exist in the
application venue.The full audio spectrum
is covered on 1-octave centers with a
boost/cut of 12 dB. In this mode, the equal-
izer can be used to compensate for room
acoustics, or to satisfy the listening prefer-
ence of the user.
• Feedback Control - In this mode, the
equalizer’s control range is reduced to cover
only the lower half of the audio spectrum
(where feedback howls occur), but the indi-
vidual filters are now on closer 2/3-octave
spacing.This allows narrower bands of fre-
quencies to be controlled, which is particu-
larly useful to reduce feedback of live
sources that can increase the effective loud-
ness the system can achieve.
Variable Music Mute
This feature allows control over the level of
background music (fed though the AUX
inputs) heard during a telephone page
announcement.The convention used to be to
completely mute background music during
pages. The Gold Seal Series amplifiers pro-
vide full muting as well as no muting and in-
termediate attenuation levels of –10 dB and
–21 dB. After the telephone page has ended,
the background music smoothly fades back
to its original level for a very professional
sound.
Telephone Paging Control
Input 5 serves a dual function as either a
balanced MIC input or a 600-ohm balanced
telephone input. The TEL input includes
both voice-activated triggering for muting
the AUX inputs and automatic level control
for providing constant paging level. ALC
compensates for different voice levels and
speaking styles of the individuals using the
system.Controls are provided on the rear of
the amplifier to adjust trigger threshold of
the voice-activated muting so that it will not
falsely trigger from noise on the input. An
ALC adjustment is also provided to allow
control over the amount of compression ap-
plied to loud signals to keep them at a nom-
inal signal level.
Audio Enhancement
Crisp,clean, intelligible sound is the goal of
every paging system. The audio enhance-
ment circuit adds back the high frequency
harmonics that are lost through the hand-
sets and speakers. With one simple control,
you can adjust the amount of high fre-
quency content the audio enhancement
circuit adds back until optimum intelligibil-
ity is reached.
Product Features:
•35-, 60-, 100-, 150-, and 250-watt models
•7 inputs: 4 MIC (Lo-Z), 1 AUX (Hi-Z),
1 MIC/TEL, 1 MIC/AUX
•4-ohm, 8-ohm, 25V, 25VCT, and 70V outputs
•Dual-function, 10-band graphic equalizer
(acoustic EQ/feedback control)
•True loudness contour function
• Audio enhancement circuitry
•Automatic level control
•Switchable phantom power supply (15V DC)
•Variable AUX input muting
•Remote master volume control capability
•Input muting via contact on all inputs
•Voice-activated AUX muting on TEL input
•AUX fade-back after TEL page
•Pre-amp out/power amp in connections
•Booster amp output connection
•Tape output connection
•Low Cut filter for MIC channels
•Thermal and overload protection
•3-speed cooling fan (GS250 only)
•Rack-mountable w/accessory mounting
kit (2 rack spaces)
•Listed to UL Standard 60065
for US and Canada
Gold Seal Series amplifiers were designed with the sound contractor in mind,
offering professional performance and installation convenience. Each Gold
Seal Series amplifier offers a unique combination of built-in features, ultra-high
reliability, and extensive input flexibility and input options.
Accessories
GSTRC
Tamper-Resistant Cover
GSRPK
Rack Panel
Mounting Kit
GSRVC
Remote Volume
Control
WMT1A
Line-Matching
Transformer
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AMPLIFIERS
Gold Seal Series Amplifiers
GS35, GS60, GS100,
GS150, GS250
PUBLIC ADDRESS AMPLIFIERS
Technical Specifications, Dimensions,
and Weights can be found on Page 79

Utility
Amplifier
GA6A
Utility
Amplifier
GA2
Product Features:
•6-watt utility amplifier
•2 inputs: 1 MIC (Lo-Z), 1 AUX (Hi-Z)
•8-ohm, 25V, or 70V outputs
•30 Hz - 12 kHz frequency response
•Sensitivity: 0.3 mV, MIC; 0.2V, AUX
•Adjustable tone control
•Thermal and over-current
circuit breakers
•16W power consumption
•Listed to UL Standard 60065
for US and Canada
The GA6A is a dual-input amplifier with a wide variety of smaller
applications including background music, relaying communication
from one room to another, or sound reinforcement.
Product Features:
•1.5-watt utility amplifier
• 1 input: AUX (Hi-Z)
•8-ohm or 600-ohm outputs
•200 Hz - 15 kHz frequency response
•50 mV sensitivity
•Volume control
•120V AC operation
•4W power consumption
•5-1/2 ft. AC power cord included
•Wall-mountable design
•Listed to UL Standard 60065
for US and Canada
The GA2 is a rugged, compact amplifier designed to meet the requirements of
continuous low-power audio applications, especially telephone line "music-on-hold"
amplification; to drive monitor speakers and headphones; or as a line amplifier.
Accessories
WMT1A
Matching
Transformer
RPK35B
Rack Panel Kit
for C10 and
C20 models
Accessories
Product Features:
•35-, 60-, and 100-watt models as well as 10- and 20-watt models
•4 inputs (C35/60/100 models): 1 MIC (Lo-Z), 1 AUX (Hi-Z), 1 TEL,
plus 1 selectable MIC or AUX
•3 inputs (all C10/C20 models): 1 MIC (Lo-Z), 1 TEL,
plus 1 selectable MIC or AUX
•AUX muting w/ external contact closure or automatic w/ TEL
•TEL input voice-activated (VOX) mute over AUX input
•Variable threshold for voice-activated AUX mute
•Separate volume controls for each input plus overall bass and
treble (C35/60/100 models) or tone (all C10/20 models)
•Outputs for 4-ohm, 8-ohm (not C100 model), 16-ohm, 25V,
and 70V speaker systems
•Screw terminal connection for microphones
•Input Sensitivity: 600 µV, MIC; 85 mV, AUX; 75 mV, TEL
•Thermal protection and electronic shutdown
•Record output jack (C35/60/100 models only)
•Easy-to-understand and easy-to-operate controls
•Rack-mountable w/ accessory mounting kit (2 rack spaces)
•Listed to UL Standard 60065 for US and Canada
C35, C60, C100C10, C20
The Classic Series mixer amplifiers provide mixing of microphones, telephone, and auxiliary sources.
Bogen’s Classic Series amplifiers offer high performance, flexibility, and reliability for most applications
requiring a variety of inputs.
RPK50
Rack Panel Kit
for C35/60/100
models
WMK1
In-Wall
Mounting Kit
for C10 and
C20 models
WMT1A
Matching
Transformer
Technical Specifications, Dimensions,
and Weights can be found on Page 79
Technical Specifications, Dimensions,
and Weights can be found on Page 79
Classic Series Amplifiers
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AMPLIFIERS
PUBLIC ADDRESS AMPLIFIERS
UTILITY AMPLIFIERS

Accessories
Specialized Telephone Input
The TPU-Series’ 600-ohm transformer bal-
anced input is perfectly suited to connect to
paging ports and paging adapters such as
Bogen’s TAMB2. Here are a few specially
designed features:
• The background music will mute when-
ever paging activity is present on the
telephone input, even if control contacts
are not available. (Separate mute control
contacts are also available.)
• To avoid problems with noise on the lines
falsely muting the background music, a
built-in VOX threshold control (not on
TPU15A) lets you decide what’s a real
signal and what’s noise.
• Because not everyone speaks at the same
level, the Automatic Level Control
feature keeps loud voices from booming
out of the paging system’s speakers.
Audio Enhancement
Crisp,clean,intelligible sound is the goal of
every paging system. The audio enhance-
ment circuit adds back the high frequency
harmonics that are lost through the hand-
sets and speakers.With one simple control,
you can adjust the amount of high fre-
quency content the audio enhancement cir-
cuit adds back until optimum intelligibility
is reached.
Variable Music Mute
Add some polish to announcements by
using theTPU’s built-in variable mute fea-
ture. Variable mute allows you to control the
level of the music heard in the background
during a page. It’s fully adjustable from no
muting of music to full suppression of
music. The TPU also gracefully fades the
muted music back in after the page is fin-
ished for a smooth, professional sound (not
available onTPU15A).
Bridging
Bridging twoTPU amplifiers permits them
to be used in tandem with one another to
increase the total output power of the sys-
tem, thereby permitting additional speak-
ers to be added. For example, when two
250-watt amplifiers are bridged, the total
output capacity of the system is 500 watts.
Also, both amplifiers will receive the same
input signal, amplify it, and deliver it to the
speaker loads connected to each
amplifier (not available onTPU15A).
RPK82
Rack Mounting Kit
(TPU-Bs only)
WMT1A
Line-Matching
Transformer
TPU250 TPU35B, TPU60B,
TPU100B
Bogen’s TPU-Series of amplifiers are the ideal choice within the telephone paging industry.
With five models to choose from, ranging in power from 15 watts to 250 watts, each model
provides signal-activated, automatic muting of background music during a telephone page,
and gradual return of music following a page.
Product Features:
•15-, 35-, 60-, 100- and 250-watt models
specially designed for telephone
paging systems
•3 inputs on TPU250 and TPU-B models:
1 TEL, 1 MIC (Lo-Z), 1 AUX (Hi-Z)
•2 inputs on TPU15A: 1 TEL, 1 AUX (Hi-Z)
•600-ohm balanced TEL input for direct
connection to page ports and adapters
•TEL input has Automatic Level Control
(ALC) for constant page announcement
level
•Separate MIC input for a low-impedance
push-to-talk microphone
(excluding TPU15A model)
•Audio enhancement circuitry (excluding
TPU15A model)
•Music input – mutable by external contact
closure (excluding TPU15A model) or
activity on TEL input
•Separate volume controls for mic, paging,
background music, and night ringer
•Built-in night ringer can be activated from
90V ring signal (excluding TPU15A model)
or external contact closure
•25V and 70V constant-voltage outputs,
balanced and unbalanced; also 8-ohm
on TPU15A
•Wall-mount design provides minimum
protrusion from backboard
•TPU-B models may be rack-mounted using
RPK82 rack mounting kit (sold separately)
•TPU250 designed to rack mount directly,
no kit necessary
•Easily accessible, recessed front-panel
controls (excluding TPU15A model) for
setting volume, muting, music, etc.
•RCA jacks provided to allow amplifier
bridging to double the number of amplifier
inputs and outputs (excluding TPU15A
model); a TPU250 can only be bridged
with one other TPU250
•Thermal and electronic overload protection
(excluding TPU15A model), resettable circuit
breaker (except TPU250), Slo-Blo fuse
on TPU250
•Listed to UL Standard 60065
for US and Canada
Model
TPU250 250 ●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
TPU100B 100 ●●●●●●●●●●●●●●● ●
TPU60B 60 ●●●●●●●●●●●●●●● ●
TPU35B 35 ●●●●●●●●●●●●●●● ●
TPU15A 15 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Output Power (Watts) Telephone Music Microphone
Adjustable Mute Threshold
Automatic Level Control Bass/Treble Controls Peak Level LED Adjustable Mute Level Fade Back From Mute Audio Enhancement 90V Activation Contact Closure 70V 25V 25VCT 8 Ohms 16 Ohms
Inputs Night
Ringer Outputs
Technical Specifications, Dimensions,
and Weights can be found on Page 79
✱
✱Treble Cut only
TELEPHONE PAGING AMPLIFIERS
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AMPLIFIERS
TPU100B shown
TPU15A

Product Features:
•Dual 70V amplifier channels
•300W, 450W, or 600W per channel for 70V
speaker systems
•Low noise, low distortion, and high slew rate
•High-efficiency class H amplifier design
•Transformerless direct drive outputs
•Electronically balanced high-impedance inputs
•Pluggable terminal strips for input connections
•Independent Low Cut filters for each channel
•Built-in power sequencing with other Black Max
amplifiers
•Pluggable terminal strip for sequencing wiring
•Rear panel power sequencing status indicator
•DC, overload, short circuit, and thermal
protection circuits
•Clip limiting circuits for speaker protection
•Power-saving sleep mode for intermittent
use applications
•Status, Signal, and Limit indicators
•Back-Slope AC voltage stabilization for dependable
performance over varying AC line voltages (±10%)
•Heavy-gauge steel chassis with cast aluminum
front panel
•Rear-mounted volume controls
•Mounts in 2 rack spaces (3-1/2") directly stackable
without need for extra space above or below
•2 independent, continuously variable cooling fans for
dependable and quiet operation
•Easily removable front fan grilles with filters
•Listed to UL Standard 60065 for US and Canada
Bogen's Black Max amplifiers are designed to provide maximum performance in constant voltage speaker systems. Dual 70V
transformerless outputs deliver exceptionally clean audio to speaker systems requiring two channels of audio up to 600W
per channel, in a single package. High-efficiency class H amplifier design and the auto-sleep feature aid in reducing power
consumption on continuously-powered systems. Rear-mounted volume controls, independent low cut filters on each input,
and pluggable input terminal strips were specifically designed for the fixed install market. Built-in power sequencing for multiple
Black Max amplifiers combats current in-rush problems of large audio systems. Massive power toroid and heat sinks;
heavy 14-gauge chassis; patented Back-Slope™AC voltage stabilization; clip limiters; and DC voltage, over-current,
and thermal protection circuits make the Black Max both an efficient and reliable workhorse amplifier.
Black Max™Power Amplifiers
X300, X450, X600
Accessories
RPK86
Rear Rack
Mounting Kit
Inside the Black Max™X600
14 Large Output Transistors
Per Channel for
Extra Reliability
74,600µf of Capacitance
Creates Enormous Amounts
of Reserve Energy
Two Independent Variable
Speed Fans Provide for
Quiet Cooling
Two Custom Extruded Heat
Sinks Provide Heat Transfer
from Output Transistors
The Black Max™Transformer
Weighs in at 17 lb. with
2 kVA of Power
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AMPLIFIERS
DUAL-CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIERS
Technical Specifications, Dimensions,
and Weights can be found on Page 79

Modular Amplifier
The M-Class Series of amplifiers are mod-
ular amps that can accept up to two input
modules per unit.These modules offer a
cost effective and convenient way to add a
variety of features to a system.A balanced
line input module (BAL2S) is shipped with
each unit. See page 39.
Modes of Operation
Each model includes a 3-position switch
that can be set to one of three modes of
operation: Stereo mode, 70V Mono mode,
or Dual Mono mode.
• Stereo
In this mode, the amp supplies two inde-
pendent channels of low-impedance
amplification.These channels can be used
to supply left and right audio for stereo
installations of 2 separate zones of ampli-
fication with different audio programs.
• 70V Mono
In this mode, the amp supplies a single
channel of amplification.This mode also
mixes the signals from each input module
into a mono program. By assigning each
module to a different bus, a 2:1 mixer is
formed with the front-mounted level con-
trols adjusting the mix. In addition, one
module can be set to mute the other when
it is active, thereby providing an effective
paging system.
• Dual Mono
This mode is similar to the 70V Mono
mode except that in this mode the amp
supplies two channels of low-impedance
amplification. This mode still mixes the
input signal from the different modules
but a Channel Balance control is provided
to adjust the output levels of one channel
against the other.
Accessories
RPK86
Rear Rack
Mounting
Kit
Input Modules-
See Page 39
MODULES
M-Class Amplifiers
M300, M450, M600
Bogen's M-Class amplifiers provide professional sound installers with exactly what they
need from an amplifier: 3 modes of operation — stereo (4-ohm), 70V mono, dual mono
(4-ohm); 2 bays for a variety of input modules; up to 600W/ch stereo (4-ohm) or 1200W
of 70V mono power; massive power toroid and heat sinks; heavy 14-gauge chassis;
patented Back-Slope™AC voltage stabilization; clip limiters; and DC voltage, over-
current, and thermal protection circuits.
Product Features:
•3 Mono power levels: 600W, 900W,
or 1200W for 70V speaker systems
•3 Stereo power levels: 300W, 450W, or
600W per channel @ 4 ohms
•3 Modes of operation to choose from:
Stereo (4-ohm), Dual Mono (4-ohm),
or 70V Mono
•2 Module input bays for flexible modular
input capability
•Low noise, low distortion, and high slew rate
• Professional, high-impedance, balanced
stereo input module included (BAL2S)
•3 Selectable low-frequency roll-off choices
•2:1 Mixer function when in mono modes
•Insert connections for outboard equipment
(in mono modes)
•Post- and Pre-EQ Output Feeds (summed
mono out in stereo mode)
•DC, overload, short circuit, and thermal
protection circuits
•Clip limiting circuits for speaker protection
•Power-saving Sleep Mode for intermittent use
•Status, Signal, and Clip/Limit indicators
•Back-Slope AC voltage stabilization for
dependable performance over varying
AC line voltages
•Recessed volume control knobs
(behind cover)
•Mounts in 2 rack spaces (3-1/2") directly
stackable
•2 Independent, continuously variable
cooling fans
•Easily removable front fan grilles with filters
•Stable into 2-ohm loads
• Listed to UL Standard 60065
for US and Canada
Operational Mode Selector -
Choose one of three settings to meet
application needs: 70V Mono, Dual
Mono (4-ohm), or Stereo (4-ohm). See
the sidebar on this page for descrip-
tion of operating modes.
Channel Balance Control
(in Dual Mono operation mode) -
Allows the output level of one
channel to be lower than the other
channel’s output level.
Effects Loop - Provides insert
point for outboard signal-process-
ing equipment when the amplifier
is in either 70V Mono or Dual
Mono modes (modular inputs are
in a 2:1 mixer configuration).
Output Feeds -In mono modes, the
connectors provide output signal feeds
both before and after any outboard
signal-processing. In stereo mode,
the Pre-EQ connector provides mono
mix output of the stereo input signal.
Low-Impedance Outputs -
For 4- to 8-ohm speaker
loads. Unit is stable into
loads as low as 2 ohms.
Cooling Fans -Two independent,
variable-speed cooling fans respond
only as needed to keep the ampli-
fiers cool and reduce dust build-up.
70V Speaker Output -
For 70V constant voltage
speaker systems. Provides a
single channel of amplification.
Module Bay - The unit can accept one or
two Bogen input modules. Each amplifier
comes with a balanced, high-impedance
stereo input module.
Low Cut Filter Switch - Select a low-fre-
quency roll-off of 65 Hz or 125 Hz for
transformer-coupled and horn speakers.
Flat position allows full low-frequency
performance.
Rear Panel
PVMC
Module
Security
Cover
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AMPLIFIERS
DUAL-CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIERS
Technical Specifications, Dimensions,
and Weights can be found on Page 79

Product Features:
•125- and 250-watt models
•Convection-cooled
•Power MOSFET output circuitry
•Thermal protection and automatic
electronic overload protection
•Hi-Z unbalanced and Lo-Z balanced or
unbalanced input w/accessory trans-
former (TL600)
•Internal Low Cut filter switch
•90 dB signal-to-noise
• 4- and 8-ohm, 25V, 25VCT and 70V outputs
•Input sensitivity: Hi-Z, 500 mV; Lo-Z,
150 mV (HTA125A), 150 mV (HTA250A)
•Power Consumption: 260W (HTA125A);
520W (HTA250A)
•Line bridging (driving multiple amplifiers)
is possible w/ an accessory transformer
(TL100)
•19" rack-mount design (3 rack space s)
•Listed to UL Standard 60065
for US and Canada
Technical Specifications, Dimensions,
and Weights can be found on Page 79
Heavy-Duty Operation
The HTA line of amplifiers are designed to
be workhorses. Large heat sinks and huge
transformers allow these amplifiers to sup-
ply continuous, full (RMS) power to loads,
even at high ambient temperatures. The
HTA amplifiers are convection-cooled, so
they provide the ultimate in set-and-
forget operation.
More amazing than the heavy-duty capa-
bility of the HTA amplifiers is the quality of
the output. The frequency response will
remain within +/- 1 dB and have less than
0.5% distortion over the entire audio range
(20 Hz – 20 kHz). What is so special about
this? The output is transformer-coupled.
Few transformer-isolated amplifiers can
even come close to these specifications.
An enormous output transformer using
proprietary coil winding techniques is what
allows the HTA to reach this level of
performance.
A Power MOSFET output stage completes
the extremely reliable and durable per-
formance of these amplifiers. This type of
transistor does not suffer from many of the
failure modes of the more typical transis-
tors (bi-polar types). The result is an
amplifier that can operate reliably at full
power and supply transformer-isolated,
high-quality, full bandwidth (20 Hz –
20 kHz) audio.
HTA125A,
HTA250A
The HTA Series high-performance power amplifiers can safely drive loads continuously
at full (RMS) power. Overload protection includes an electronic shutdown circuit and
a thermal breaker.
Accessories
TL600
600-ohm
Impedance-Matching
Transformer
TL100
1:1 Bridging
Transformer
WMT1A
Matching
Transformer
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AMPLIFIERS
MONO-CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIERS
MONO-CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER
BPA60
Product Features:
•60 watts
•1 input: Hi-Z unbalanced
•Lo-Z balanced input with accessory
transformer
•Input level control and
Low Cut filter switch
•8-ohm/25V, 16-ohm, 25VCT, and
70V outputs
•Sensitivity: 300mV, Hi-Z; 75mV, Lo-Z
•Resettable circuit breaker and thermal
protection
•Operates with 25V and 70V systems
•120V AC, 60 Hz, 180W @ full rated
output
•Rack-mountable with accessory
mounting kit: RPK53 (2 rack spaces)
•Listed to UL Standard 60065
for US and Canada
Accessories
The BPA60 supplies 60 watts of power amplification for professional
and commercial sound systems requiring continuous high-quality sound.
TL600
600-ohm
Impedance-Matching
Transformer
TL100
1:1 Bridging
Transformer
RPK53
Rack
Panel Kit
Technical Specifications, Dimensions,
and Weights can be found on Page 79

Accessories
What Does The Pro-Matrix Do?
The Pro-Matrix Amplifier is ideally suited
for restaurants and similar venues.
It provides 4 AUX and 2 MIC inputs that
can be distributed into 3 different zones.
The Pro-Matrix automatically switches the
different audio sources based on a preset,
user-programmed priority hierarchy. This
allows the correct audio to reach the correct
areas without any user intervention, mak-
ing operation ultra simple.
For example, suppose a restaurant has a
dining area, lounge, and waiting area that
are in need of the following audio sources:
•The Dining Area - Uninterrupted back-
ground music only, no other sources.
•The Bar - Hostess paging mic and either
background music, jukebox, orTV audio.
•The Waiting Area - Hostess paging mic
and background music only.
The Pro-Matrix adapts quickly to this situ-
ation. Connect each area to a different
audio channel. Then connect the back-
ground music source, jukebox, and TV
audio to the AUX inputs, and connect the
hostess paging mic.The rest of the installa-
tion is completed using the detachable
10-character control panel. Using simple
prompted programming, give each input the
priority it should have relative to the other
sources for each area.Undesired sources can
be removed from the priority
list in a particu-
lar area so they cannot cut in.
This flexible priority assignment allows all
the sources needed in the lounge to be han-
dled correctly and automatically, while the
same source in the dining and waiting areas
are automatically handled differently accord-
ing to their needs.
In addition to flexible priority assignment of
inputs, the Pro-Matrix has 10 different menus
that allow control of a host of system opera-
tions from applying phantom power to mics
to setting the muting level of music during
mic pages and much more.
RPK79
Rack
Mounting Kit
RMPWMK3
Remote Wall
Mounting Kit
for Removable
Front Panel
Digitally Matrixed
Amplifier
PM3180
The Pro-Matrix was developed expressly for the needs of restaurants, lounges, fitness
centers, and other venues that require numerous input sources but have areas with
distinctly different audio requirements. The Pro-Matrix amplifier provides 3 fully
independent audio channels that can use any of the 6 different inputs in vastly
different ways. The Pro-Matrix is designed to be as easy for users to operate as a
home stereo, yet it provides the installer with a wide array of customizable features
that are all password-protected from tampering.
General Features:
•3 Independent audio channels
•100-, 60-, and 20-watt amplifier channels
•8-ohm, 70V, and 25V transformer-coupled
outputs
•4-ohm direct output
•Audio inserts for connection to external
signal-processing equipment
•Auto-switching of inputs based on custom
assigned priorities and input audio activity
•4 High-impedance, unbalanced auxiliary
inputs
•2 Microphone inputs; one input can be
programmed to accept a telephone line
for paging
•Auxiliary trim controls accommodate a wide
range of auxiliary input signal levels
•Wireless infrared remote control unit
•Detachable front panel can be mounted up
to 25 feet away from main unit using included
accessory cable or up to 250 ft. with optional
mounting kit (RMPWMK3)
• Output level metering for each audio channel
•Automatic fade-in of audio sources
•Automatic level control for microphones
(selectable)
• Microphone page triggering by voice or
switch (N.O. or N.C.)
•Phantom power for microphones
(13V DC), selectable
• Rack-mountable with kit (RPK79)
•UL listed
Installer Programmable
Features:
•Easy to understand and operate
•Large 10-character alphanumeric display
with prompted programming for quick setup
•Password-protected system settings for
consistent, foolproof operation
•6 user-assigned priority levels for inputs
•Each input can be assigned different priority
levels for each of the 3 output channels
•Volume and tone control lockout, independ-
ently on each audio channel
•Configure microphone input (ALC, phantom
power, VOX or contact triggered)
• Preset power-up levels of each input for volume,
treble, and bass
•Programmable variable music mute levels
during MIC or TEL page
•Preset bass and treble response of each
input for each audio channel
•Limit maximum volume level a user can
achieve, programmable for each audio
channel
•Large display shows currently active input
source
• Create custom names for input source display
User Features:
• Manual or automatic selection of input source
•Volume, bass, and treble controls for each
audio channel
Removable front panel for
optional wall mounting
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AMPLIFIERS
PRO-MATRIX AMPLIFIER
Technical Specifications, Dimensions,
and Weights can be found on Page 79

ALL MODULES
SOLD SEPARATELY
Accessories
Flexible Output Levels
The VMIX was designed to make connec-
tions to other sound system components
as
easy as possible. Its transformer-
balanced output provides ground loop iso-
lation and high noise immunity when con-
nected to other balanced inputs of
downstream components. This output
can provide 3 distinct output voltage ranges
to accommodate just about any input type
from a microphone input at -50 dBµ to a
professional audio input requiring +4
dBµ, as well as a more common commer-
cial level of -10 dBµ. Setting the proper
output range is as easy as moving a slide
switch.TheVMIX provides a separate un-
balanced RCA output, which makes sim-
ple equipment interconnects a snap.
Signal-Processing Modules
When signal-processing output modules are
installed into the Power Vector's last
two module bays, they automatically insert
themselves into the mix bus signal path lead-
ing to the output stage. When two of these
output modules are installed,their effects are
cascaded with the second to last bay's module
processing the signal first and then passing it
to the module in the last bay.Two benefits are
gained by this innovation: (1) the effects in-
sert jacks are still available for use by external
processing equipment, (2) the signal-pro-
cessing output modules act on the signal on
the raw mix bus signal before any other user
controls, like master volume, bass, and tre-
ble can affect it.This then ensures that sig-
nal level dependent processors,such as the
CMP1R Compressor/Limiter and the
ANS1R Ambient Noise Sensor modules,
perform as intended regardless of front
panel control changes.
PVMC
Module
Security Cover
PVSC
Power Vector
Security Cover
RVCP
Remote Volume
Control Panel
RPK87
Rack
Mounting Kit
Power Vector Mixer
VMIX
This 8-channel Power Vector mixer/pre-amplifier offers a wide variety of operational
features and functions for superior audio performance. Eight module bays accept
plug-in modules, allowing up to four levels of priority between modules. Security covers
for both the front and rear of the unit prevent tampering with settings. For large
applications, several Power Vector Mixers can be bridged together.
Product Features:
•Wide selection of plug-in modules
•8 module bays
• 2 module bays capable of handling signal-
processing plug-in output modules
•4 levels of priority between modules
•8 inputs, with independent volume
controls for each
•LED signal/clip indicator for each channel
•Bass and treble controls
•11-segment LED output level meter
monitors the output level of the mixer
with Avg./Peak switch
•Balanced transformer-isolated output
•Balanced output signal level switch
(-50, -10, and +4 dBµ)
•Unbalanced signal output jack
•Join multiple Power Vector mixers
together using bridging jack and
mute terminals
•Motorized master volume control that
can be remotely operated (with RVCP
Remote Volume Control Panel,
sold separately)
•125 Hz Low Cut feature (switch located
in module bay 6)
•Tone control bypass switch (located in
module bay 6)
•Module security cover prevents tampering
with module controls (PVMC, 8 included)
•Resettable circuit breaker
•Grounded, unswitched AC convenience
receptacle with a 500W maximum
capacity provided for external
equipment
•Power indicator
•Rack mountable (rack mounting kit
RPK87, sold separately)
•Security cover to protect front controls
and allow access to installer selected
controls (PVSC, sold separately)
•Listed to UL Standard 60065
for US and Canada
Input & Signal-
Processing Modules-
See Pages 39 & 40
MODULES
AMPLIFIED
VERSIONS
on
Pages 38 & 40
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MIXERS
MODULAR MIXER
Rear View
Signal-To-Noise
Ratio
-99 dB,
fundamental
Dimensions
17-1/4" W
x
3-7/8" H
x
14-3/4" D
Product
Weight
15 lb.
Output
Impedance
100 ohms, unbalanced;
50 ohms @ +4 dBμ,
600 ohms @ -10 dBμ,
5 ohms @ -50 dBμ,
balanced
Frequency
Response
±1 dB
(20 Hz-20 kHz)
balanced-out
Output Level
Meter
11 Segments
Technical Specifications:

Product Features:
•8 independently assignable inputs
•Dual-bus design with Main/AUX output selector
for each input
•Pluggable terminal strip connections
•Separate Auxiliary input
•Balanced inputs and outputs
•Direct bus connection for cascading multiple mixers
•MIC/Line switch for each input and Main output
•Gain/Trim Control for each input
•Low Cut Filter for each input
•Switchable Phantom Power for condenser MIC inputs
•Input Level Control knob for each input
•Output Level Control knob for Main and AUX outputs
•Heavy-duty construction
•External power supply included
•Single-rack space design
•Compressor/Limiter (Main output)
•Compressor/Limiter Bypass switch
•Adjustable Threshold and Ratio Controls
•LED Bar Graph Output Meter (Peak or Average)
•Headphone Output
The Bogen CAM8PRO is an 8-input, dual-bus MIC/Line mixer that combines superb performance with a generous array of simple-to-
use features in a single rack space design. It features 8 independently assignable inputs switchable between MIC and Line. Each
input has a trim control, a switchable low cut filter, and a Main/Auxiliary bus output selector. Phantom Power can be universally
applied to all MIC-selected inputs for condenser microphones. The CAM8PRO also features a built-in Compressor/Limiter with
adjustable Threshold and Ratio Controls, a Bar Graph Output Meter that indicates input signal levels, and a headphone jack.
Front Panel
Rear Panel
AC Power Jack
Ground Connection
Phantom Power
Switch
Main/Auxiliary Bus Selector (one per channel)
Allows an input to be routed to Main, AUX, both, or neither.
Main Output Volume Control Knob
Controls the output signal volume of the Main
bus. The Compressor/Limiter only works on
Main bus.
Auxiliary Output Volume Control Knob
Controls the output signal volume of the AUX
bus and headphones.
Threshold Control
Sets signal level (-20 to +20VU; factory setting 0VU)
at which the Compressor/Limiter becomes active.
Headphone Jack
Ratio Control
Sets the amount of compression (0 to 100%; the factory
setting is 100%) of the signal above the threshold.
Compressor/Limiter
Switch & LED
Reduces clipping distortion at the
main output. The brighter the LED,
the more the signal is being
compressed.
LED Bar Graph Output Meter
Displays output level in dB, ranging
from -18 (green) to +12 (red).This
meter can be set to indicate average or
peak level of the Main or AUX bus.
Low Cut Switch (one per channel)
Helps eliminate low frequency noise.
Channel Volume Control Knob
(one per channel)
Power Button
& Indicator LED
Auxiliary Bus Output
Main Output MIC/Line Switch
Main Bus Output
Pluggable Terminal Strips Inputs
Input Pad MIC/Line Switch (one per channel)
Input Gain/Trim Control (one per channel)
Direct Mix Bus Input
Product
Dimensions Weight
19" W x 1-3/4" H x 7-1/2" D 9 lb.
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MIXERS
MIC/LINE Mixer
CAM8PRO
MIXERS
See page 50 for
CAM Mixers Selection Chart.

The CAM2 is a 5-input mixer/pre-amplifier suitable for a wide variety of applications, particularly for expanding the number
of inputs on Bogen or other public address amplifiers. The CAM2 provides four professional, low-impedance, balanced microphone
inputs through XLR connectors and one auxiliary input.
Individual phantom power switches for each input allow the use of both dynamic and condenser microphones on the
same unit. A bridging input permits simple interconnection of multiple CAM2 mixers for system expansion without the need
to sacrifice any mixer inputs. Clipping indicators for each input and an output level meter provide information to the system
operator about sound integrity. Wide frequency response, low distortion, low noise, and high channel crosstalk isolation ensure
superior sound quality. The CAM2’s balanced mixer output can be switched between line-level (+4 dBµ) or microphone-
level (-50 dBµ) for compatibility with a wide range of sound processing equipment.
Rear Panel
Output XLR Connector -
Provides a balanced output
compatible with most
professional equipment.
MIC Inputs -
Balanced MIC level
XLR inputs.
Output Level Switch -
Switch changes the nominal
signal level of the XLR output
from +4 dBµ to -50 dBµ.
Line Output Connector (Line Out) -
RCA jack provides unbalanced output signal
compatible with most amplifiers, recording
equipment, and other audio equipment.
Not affected by Output Level switch.
Bridging -
The bridging jacks facilitate the connecting to-
gether of mixers to obtain additional inputs
without using any of the CAM2’s inputs.
Auxiliary Input (AUX In) -
A dedicated unbalanced
auxiliary input for tuner,
CD player, etc.
Phantom Power -
The CAM2 provides power for electret
condenser microphones. The Phantom
ON/OFF switch controls the applications
of DC voltage to each MIC input.
Product Features:
•4 Microphone inputs
•Low-impedance, balanced MIC inputs
•1 High-impedance AUX input
•Low-noise, active mixing
•Master volume control
•Input clipping indicator for each channel
•5-Segment LED output level meter
•XLR microphone input connectors
•Phantom power selectable per MIC input
•Unbalanced line-level output
•Balanced XLR output
•Illuminated power switch
•Switchable output level (+4/-50 dBµ)
•Compact size
•Bridging input for connecting together
multiple CAM2 mixers
•Rack- or wall-mounted with RPK35B
or WMK1
•Listed to UL Standard 60065 for US & Canada
RPK35B
Rack Mounting
Kit
WMK1
In-Wall
Mounting Kit
Accessories
Mixer/Pre-Amplifier
CAM2
Product
Dimensions Weight
11-3/8" W x 2-5/8" H x 7-3/8" D 3 lb.
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MIXERS
MIXERS
Model
CAM8PRO
CAM2
Inputs
8
5
(4 MIC,
1 AUX)
MIC Equiv.
Input
Noise
-129 dBV
-123 dBV
MIC/AUX
Input
Impedance
3.5k/20k
ohms
600/10k
ohms
Signal-To-
Noise
Ratio
90 dB
75 dB
Crosstalk
(adjacent
channels)
> -90 dB
> -90 dB
For
Product
Info, See:
Page 49
Above
Output
Impedance
220-ohm
unbalanced,
440-ohm
balanced
140
ohms
Phantom
Power/
Voltage
Frequency
Response
±1 dB,
20 Hz-20 kHz
±1 dB,
20 Hz-20 kHz
Clipping
Indicator/
Channel
Compressor/
Limiter
Output Level
Meter
Bridging
Input
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●
●
CAM MIXERS SELECTION CHART
(8 segments)
●
(5 segments)
30V DC
12V DC