POWER

PY T-3200
AMPLIFIER

TOTAL OUTPUT POWER

MONO
MONO 5 3 1 01 5 3 1 01
10 7 23
4 10 7 23
4
20 50%
100%
BRIDGED
20 50%
100%
fan-cooled
BRIDGED – 0%
+ – 0%
+

CHANNEL A CHANNEL B VU VU
Level Level ON

Signal Clipping Protection Signal Clipping Protection

OFF

PY T-4000
POWER AMPLIFIER OUTPUT
10 7
5 3 1 01
23 MONO
10 7
5 3 1 01
23
TOTAL OUTPUT POWER – CH B + + CH A –
20 50%
100% 4 20 50%
100% 4
CIRCUIT
– 0%
+ – 0%
+
Protection BRIDGED Protection BREAKER
INPUTS
VU VU – + CH B CH A
MONO Clipping CHANNEL A CHANNEL B Clipping BRIDGE
ON AC POWER IN
Level Level

BRIDGED Signal Signal CH B CH A MONO

STEREO BRIDGE
GND GROUND LIFT

GROUND LIFT

fan-cooled
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES Stereo or Mono Inputs MONO OPERATION Connecting to standard AC power
Your Pyle Pro amplifier can be operated in Stereo, Mono or After making all other connections, set the POWER switch
Connecting the GND (Ground) screw terminal Bridged mode, depending on the input source. If the input to OFF position. Then connect the power cord to a standard
Connecting a mixer or preamplifier may cause excessive signal is mono, slide the Stereo/Mono/Bridged selector SWITCH IN “MONO” POSITION AC outlet.
noise or hum in the amplifier output. To prevent this, switch to MONO and the signal will be routed through both CH B CH A MONO

connect one end of a low-capacitance shielded wire to the channels. If you wish to run the amplifier in bridged output
STEREO BRIDGE

amplifier’s ground screw (on the rear panel). Then connect mode, slide the switch to Bridged.
the other end of this wire to the ground terminal on the Mounting the amplifier
mixer or preamplifier enclosure. This amplifier is designed to accept standard rack mounting
installations. Two slots on each end of the front panel make
Speaker connections CH B CH A it suitable for such an installation.
OUTPUT
PREAMP OR MIXER You can connect 4 Ohm, 8 Ohm or 16 Ohm speakers to
– CH B + + CH A –
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
– +
INPUTS
CH B CH A Channel A and/or Channel B of the amplifier. If you connect Tightly secure four mounting screws (not supplied) through
two pairs of speakers, be sure to follow these guidelines:
BRIDGE
AC POWER IN

these fours slots and into your standard electronics equipment

CH B CH A MONO
STEREO BRIDGE
GND GROUND LIFT

GROUND LIFT

– CH B
OUTPUT
+ + CH A – rack.
• Speakers which are connected to the same channel are CIRCUIT

LOW CAPACITANCE SHIELDED WIRE GROUND part of a pair, and must be of the same impedance.
BREAKER
– +
INPUTS
CH B CH A
SCREW AC POWER IN
BRIDGE

• Speakers connected to different channels are NOT part Turning the amplifier on
CH B CH A MONO

Input connections
STEREO BRIDGE
GND GROUND LIFT

of a pair, and can be of different impedances. 1. Turn on the audio input source equipment which is
GROUND LIFT

These amplifiers accept a broad range of input sources,

including Compact Disc (CD) players; Cassette, Reel-to-Reel connected to the amplifier INPUT jacks.
or other tape players; Radio Tuners; Equalizers; Signal 1. Prepare the speaker wire by removing about 1 inch of
Processors. insulation from the end of the speaker wire you intend to MONO SIGNAL SOURCE USE
2. Set the amplifier’s Channel A and Channel B output level
connect to the amplifier. Then twist the exposed wire to CHANNEL A gain controls to the minimum level settings.
Connecting a CD or tape player or tuner secure all the wire strands. INPUT ONLY
In a normal installation, one would use the RCA JACKS for 3. Push in the power switch to turn the amplifier on.
connecting a CD player, tape player or tuner. NOTE: Use 16-gauge speaker wire for lengths up to25 CAUTION! Do not use
feet; 14-gauge wire for lengths over 25 feet. It is balanced and unbalanced
recommended that you use the shortest length of wire inputs simultaneously!! Using the power meters
– CH B
OUTPUT
+ + CH A – possible. The meter pointer position indicates the amplifier output
Bridged Mode Operation
CIRCUIT

power. For ease of reading in dark environments, the meter

BREAKER
INPUTS
– +

2. Connect the speaker wires to the speaker's positive and

CH B CH A
AC POWER IN
BRIDGE
This amplifier can operate in a mono bridged output mode, if is illuminated.
negative terminals. your speakers can handle the following power output levels:
CH B CH A MONO
STEREO BRIDGE
GND GROUND LIFT

GROUND LIFT

NOTE: Most speaker terminals are either color-coded PT-3200: 600 watts PT-4000: 800 watts
use RCA jacks or have a mark that indicates the terminal's polarity. Using the Left and Right Output Level controls
Usually positive terminals are red or have a plus symbol As shown in the diagram below, connect the speaker's positive Rotate output level gain clockwise to increase, or counter-
CD PLAYER, TAPE PLAYER (+), and negative terminals are black or have a minus clockwise to decrease the output power. To get the best
OR TUNER (+) to the amplifier's red speakers left (A/B) terminals and
symbol (-). negative (-) to red speakers right (A/B) terminals. performance with the least sound distortion, always adjust
the output level gain so the meter's pointer does not
3. Connect the speaker wires to the amplifier's left and The speaker right (+) on the amplifier is used as a negative (-) continuously exceed the extreme right of the meter's scale.
right speaker terminals according to the terminal color terminal for a bridged connection.
Connecting an equalizer or external signal processor polarity. CAUTION: It is possible to overdrive the amplifier by
Connect the processor’s OUT to the amplifier’s INPUT NOTE: The extra amplifier output of 6.35mm phone setting output level gain too high, which may cause
connectors. jacks can not be used for the bridged connection. It can only damage or failure.
STEREO OPERATION be used in normal (non-bridged) operation as a stereo speaker
– CH B
OUTPUT
+ + CH A –
output.
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
INPUTS
SWITCH IN “STEREO” POSITION About the internal clip circuitry
Special clip circuitry incorporated into your Pyle Pro
– +

MONO BRIDGED OPERATION

CH B CH A
BRIDGE CH B CH A MONO
AC POWER IN
STEREO BRIDGE
GND GROUND LIFT
CH B CH A
STEREO
MONO
BRIDGE

SWITCH IN “BRIDGED” POSITION

amplifier’s design protects the amplifier and speaker system
from being damaged from overdriving power.
GROUND LIFT

CH B CH A MONO
STEREO BRIDGE

EQ OR MIXER Under normal conditions, the amplifier’s clip indicator will

flicker as the output power momentarily exceeds the level
CH B CH A as set by the output level gain selector.

–
OUTPUT
+ + –
However, under excessive output conditions, the clip
-OR– indicator lights remain on continuously, alerting you that
CH B CH A

CIRCUIT DO NOT USE

BREAKER
– +
INPUTS
CH B CH A
BLACK TERMINALS the special clip circuitry has become active. When this
AC POWER IN
BRIDGE
occurs, you should simply reduce the output power level
by rotating the Master Volume control counterclockwise.
CH B CH A MONO

OUTPUT GND STEREO BRIDGE OUTPUT

– CH B + + CH A – GROUND
GROUND LIFT

LIFT
– CH B + + CH A –
CIRCUIT CIRCUIT
BREAKER
INPUTS BREAKER
– + CH B CH A INPUTS
BRIDGE – + CH B CH A
AC POWER IN BRIDGE
CH B CH A MONO AC POWER IN
STEREO BRIDGE
GND GROUND LIFT
CH B CH A MONO
GROUND LIFT
STEREO BRIDGE
GND
STEREO SIGNAL SOURCE
GROUND LIFT

GROUND LIFT

EQ OR MIXER
use XLR/6.35 mm
combo jacks MONO SIGNAL SOURCE USE
CAUTION! Do not use
CHANNEL A
balanced and unbalanced INPUT ONLY
inputs simultaneously!!
CAUTION! Do not use
balanced and unbalanced
inputs simultaneously!!

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Caring for your Pyle Pro Amplifier
Your Pyle Pro Amplifier is an example of superior design Limited Warranty
and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you All PYLE PRO products are carefully constructed and tested before shipment.
care for your amplifier so you can enjoy years of use: Units purchased in the USA are warranted to be free of defects in material
and workmanship for two (2) years from the date of purchase. This warranty
is limited to the original retail purchaser of the amplifier.
• Keep the amplifier dry. If it gets wet, wipe immediately.
• Use the amplifier only in well-ventilated installations. Should the unit fail due to factory defects in material or workmanship, your
• Handle the amplifier gently and carefully - do not drop! unit will be repaired or replaced at the sole discretion of PYLE.
• Keep the amplifier away from dust and dirt.
• Wipe occasionally with a damp cloth to keep it looking To obtain warranty service, you must first call our Consumer Return Hotline
at (718) 236-6948 to obtain a Return Authorization Number. This R.A. # must
new. Do not use harsh chemicals, solvents or appear on the outside of your package and on all paperwork relating to your
detergents! return.

When returning the unit to us for warranty service, it must be carefully packed
Resetting the circuit breaker and shipped, prepaid, to:
This amplifier employs a circuit breaker for protection from
power surges and short circuits. If the amplifier suddenly R.A.#: _____________
PYLE PRO Service Center
turns off or will not turn on, check the circuit breaker. If 1600 63rd Street
it is tripped, check and correct for a short or overload Brooklyn, NY 11204
condition. Wait for the amplifier to cool, then press the
circuit breaker RESET button on the back of the amplifier.
You must also include the following items with your return:

• A copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase

• A brief letter, indicating the problem you are experiencing with the
Resetting the circuit breaker product
This amplifier employs a circuit breaker for protection from • Include in your letter your return address, daytime phone number and
power surges and short circuits. If the amplifier suddenly R.A. number
• Also include a check or money order for $15.00 for return shipping,
turns off or will not turn on, check the circuit breaker. If handling and insurance, or provide your Visa/MC number with
it is tripped, check and correct for a short or overload expiration date.
condition. Wait for the amplifier to cool, then press the
circuit breaker RESET button on the back of the amplifier. Our obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of
the defective unit when it is returned to us prepaid. This warranty will be
considered void if the unit was tampered with, improperly serviced or subject
to misuse, neglect or accidental damage.

Amplifier Specifications PT3200 PT4000

Input Impedance, balanced (unbalanced) 20 k-Ohms (10 k-Ohms) 20 k-Ohms (10 k-Ohms)
Continuous Output Power

Stamp
Place

Here
Stereo Mode
20 Hz to 20 kHz, 8 Ohms 200W x 2 260W x 2
1 kHz, 4 Ohms 300W x 2 400W x 2
Maximum Power, 8 Ohms 230W x 2 300W x 2
350W x 2 450W x 2

PYLE PRO Audio, Inc.

Maximum Power, 4 Ohms
Peak Power, 8 Ohms 1600W x 2 2000W x 2

Brooklyn, NY 11204
Bridged Mode
20 Hz to 20 kHz, 8 Ohms 500W x 1 700W x 1

1600 63rd Street

1 kHz, 8 Ohms 600W x 1 800W x 1
Peak Power 3200W x 1 4000W x 1

THD at rated output power 0.1% 0.1%

Frequency Response +/– 3 dB 10 Hz to 50 kHz 10 Hz to 50 kHz

Input Sensitivity for rated output power 1.0V 1.0V

Signal-to-Noise Ratio A-Weighted 100 dB 100 dB

Speaker Impedance
Stereo 4-16 Ohms 4-16 Ohms
Bridged 8-16 Ohms 8-16 Ohms
Power Requirement 120 VAC, 60 Hz 120 VAC, 60 Hz

Dimensions H x W x D, inches 3 15/32 x 19 x 14 3 15/32 x 19 x 14

(mm) (88 x 482 x 355) (88 x 482 x 355)
Weight, lbs (kg) 30.6 (13.96) 33.0 (15.1)

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