JBL VMA160 Operation Manual

102.0 Setup2.1 Unpacking Your AmplifierPlease unpack and inspect your amplifier for any damage that may have occurredduring transit. If damage is found, notify the transportation company immediately.Only you can initiate a claim for shipping damage. We will be happy to helpas needed. Save the shipping carton as evidence of damage for the shipper’sinspection.We also recommend that you save all packing materials so you will have them if youever need to transport the unit. Never ship the unit without the factory pack.WARNING: Before you start to set up your amplifier, make sure you read andobserve the Important Safety Instructions found at the beginning of this manual.2.2 Installing Your AmplifierCAUTION: Before you begin, make sure your amplifier is disconnected from thepower source and all level controls turned completely down (counterclockwise).Note: We recommend that any sensitive equipment be located at least 8 inches (20cm) away from the amplifier.To install the amplifier, you can use one of the following approaches:• Rack mount the amplifier with the rack mounting kit, see Figure 2.2.2.• Place a single amplifier on a surface with 12 inches of air space aroundthe unit for convection cooling. Rubber feet are included and can beattached onto the underside of the chassis. For amplifier dimensions,see Figure 2.2.1.