AMX DAS-T0804X-SIG Parts list manual

Operation/Reference Guide
Tango Distributed Audio
Tango Zone Expanders
DAS-T0804X-SIG
DAS-T0808X-SIG
Initial Release: 7/02/2008

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. The grounding plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Warning: Shock Hazard - The lightning flash within an equilateral triangle, intended to
alert the user to the presence of un-insulated “Dangerous voltage” within the products
enclosure that may be of significant magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons
Read Accompanying Documentation – The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
15. The fuse should only be replaced with a T8AL250V fuse.
16. The RCA, RJ11and RJ45 Jacks shall only be used for their intended use. Refer to
accompanying documentation to insure that they are being used as intended.
17. The spring clip terminals and F-connector on the tuner module should only be used to connect
an AM and FM antenna.
18. A grounded power outlet is required for safe operation.
19. The grounded 3 prong power cable will be the mains disconnect and it should remain readily
available.
20. To completely disconnect the unit from the AC mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug
from the AC receptacle.
21. The main voltage for the AC mains is 120v AC
Warning – To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled
with liquids are placed on the equipment.

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Table of Contents
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................ a
Tango Zone Expanders .......................................................................................1
Overview .................................................................................................................. 1
Product Specifications ............................................................................................. 1
Installation ..........................................................................................................3
Rack Mounting.......................................................................................................... 3
Ventilation ................................................................................................................ 3
Wiring and Connections............................................................................................ 3
Speaker Wire Technology (SWT) ..................................................................................... 3
Front and Rear Panel Components .......................................................................... 4
Cabling Instructions .................................................................................................. 4
Cable Type ...................................................................................................................... 4
Connecting Sources (Audio Inputs/Outputs)............................................................. 5
Connecting Zone Outputs ........................................................................................ 5
SWT Connectors.............................................................................................................. 5
Connecting Paging Inputs/Outputs .......................................................................... 6
Connecting To Tango Audio Controllers................................................................... 6
Zone Expander Addressing ................................................................................9
Overview .................................................................................................................. 9
DAS-T0808-SIG (8-Zone Audio Controller) ............................................................... 9
DAS-T0804-SIG (4-Zone Audio Controller) ............................................................... 9

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Tango Zone Expanders
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ango Zone Expanders
Tango Zone Expanders
Overview
Tango Zone Expanders (FIG. 1) are used to expand the number of zones in the system beyond the 4 or 8 that
are available using the Tango Audio Controllers.
 Each Zone Expander has the capability of offering 4 or 8 zones per Expander.
 Up to 7 Zone Expanders may be used in the system, offering the ability to expand the system to 64
zones.
Product Specifications
FIG. 1 Tango Zone Expanders
Tango Zone Expanders Product Specifications
Models Available: • DAS-T0804X-SIG (FG1103-01) Tango 4-Zone Expander
•DAS-T0808X-SIG (FG1103-02) Tango 8-Zone Expander
Stereo Output: 40 Watts/CH Stereo amplifiers
(20Hz - 20 KHz @ .1% THD)
Power: 960W max (Actual average usage = 300W)
Audio Inputs (Stereo, 47K impedance): • DAS-T0804X-SIG: 4 Stereo Inputs
• DAS-T0808X-SIG: 8 Stereo Inputs
Audio Outputs: • DAS-T0804X-SIG: 4 Stereo Looping Outputs
• DAS-T0808X-SIG: 8 Stereo Looping Outputs
Zones: 4 or 8 Independent Zones (4 X 2 Zone Modules).
Front Panel Components:
Light Bar Blue light bar indicates power status.
LEDs Blue LEDs illuminate function buttons.
Rear Panel Components:
• Power Switch/Receptacle Master power switch remains in ON position normally
• Paging In/Out Ports RCA jacks to connect to Paging devices (any audio input can be used
as a paging device). The Paging device connects to the Controller via
the "Paging In" connector. The “Paging Out” connector is used to
carry the page to Zone Expander(s).
• Expansion IN Port RJ11 - From Mi Series Controller or other Zone Expander
• Expansion OUT Port RJ11 - To another Zone Expander
• Address Switch Sets the address of the Zone Expander and the zones within that
Expander

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Tango Zone Expanders Product Specifications (Cont.)
• Zone Outputs Connections for up to 8 zone outputs that connect to the keypads
Audio Inputs Stereo Inputs, 47K impedance, buffered.
Audio Outputs Stereo Looping Outputs, buffered.
Available Colors: black, silver
Dimensions (HWD): 17” x 3.5” x 13.5” (43.18cm x 8.89cm x 34.29cm)
(including feet and connectors)
Shipping Weight: 8 27.95 lbs. (12.68 kg)

Installation
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Installation
Rack Mounting
Tango units occupy two rack spaces in a standard 19" equipment rack. Rack mounting brackets and screws are
located in the accessories box supplied with the unit.
1. Attach the rack mounting brackets to each side of the Tango unit using four M4 screws (supplied) for
each bracket.
2. Place the Tango unit in the equipment rack and hold steady.
3. Secure the Tango unit in the rack using the mounting holes.
Ventilation
 To ensure that the rack enclosure is adequately ventilated, there must be a minimum of 3" all around
the Tango unit.
 Sufficient airflow must be achieved (by convection or forced-air cooling) to satisfy the ventilation
requirements of all the items of equipment installed within the rack.
Wiring and Connections
Speaker Wire Technology (SWT)
Speaker Wire Technology (SWT) allows both data and audio signals to travel over the same four conductor
wire. This remarkable technology removes the need for control wire since the control and audio signals are
shared on the same wire. The reliability and simplicity of this system has been proven for years. AMX Matrix
Audio is the only company that offers a “retrofit solution”, one which allows the replacement of volume
controls with AMX Matrix Audio keypads and Controllers, giving full control over the sources. Additionally,
the versatility of SWT also allows AMX Matrix Audio products to be connected where the control wire has
been run separately from the speaker cable.
Exercise extreme care when lifting or moving Tango units within the rack to avoid
injury. It is recommended that you seek the assistance of another person when rack
mounting Tango units.
To prevent injury the Tango unit must be securely attached to the rack in accordance
with the installation instructions. ALWAYS use the special rack mount brackets
supplied and high quality fixing screws to ensure the Tango unit is installed in the rack
correctly.
DO NOT stand other units directly on top of the Tango unit when it is rack mounted,
as this will place excessive strain on the mounting brackets.

Installation
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Front and Rear Panel Components
Cabling Instructions
This installation uses low voltage cabling similar to telephone and alarm wiring, and as such does not
commonly have very many restrictions on their installation. However rules may vary in different regions.
Cable Type
The Tango Amplifier is cabled using standard 4-conductor speaker cable originating at the Tango Controller,
passing through the Keypad, and terminating at the speaker location. AMX recommends using a bundled 4-
conductor 16-gauge stranded copper wire in a single continuous run.
FIG. 1 Tango Amplifiers (DAS-TAMP4-SIG shown)
Expansion Port IN: from Tango Audio Controller Expansion Port OUT:
Address Switch
Zone Outputs (up to 8)
Paging IN/OUT
Stereo Inputs/Outputs (8)
Power Switch & Receptacle
to other Expander
or other Expander
(rear)
Be sure to check for any wiring restrictions required by the electrical code in your
area.

Installation
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Connecting Sources (Audio Inputs/Outputs)
Up to 8 audio devices can be connected to the Tango Zone Expanders via the Sources INPUT and OUTPUT
RCA connectors on the rear panel (see FIG. 1 on page 1). Industry standard RCA connectors provide line-level
input and output connections for devices such as CD, DSS, MP3 players etc.
Each audio input has a corresponding buffered output used to connect the audio sources to additional Tango
Controllers or to other devices that share the audio sources (FIG. 2).
Connecting Zone Outputs
Tango Controllers can be accessed by SWT Metreau keypads (DAS-MET6SRC and DAS-MET-NUM) to
provide basic transport control, source selection and volume up and down, as well as enhanced controls
including direct access capability, favorite’s source selection, zone grouping, alarm clock setting, and Keypad
lockout.
SWT Connectors
SWT cabling follows a specific pinout configuration that is labelled on the Tango Controller, Metreau keypads,
and other Matrix devices, as shown in FIG. 3.
FIG. 2 Connecting Sources (Audio IN/OUT)
R
L
1234
OUTPUT
R
L
INPUT
SOURCES
From R/L OUT jacks on
Source 1 audio device
To R/L IN jacks on additional
controllers, or other devices
that share this audio source
567 8
The Matrix Numeric (DAS-KP series) and LCD Keypads (DAS-KP-LCD series) are
also supported by Tango Controllers.
FIG. 3 SWT pinout configuration
LDGR L = Left audio channel (+)
D = Data / Power (+)
G = Ground (-) - also provides return for L/R Audio
R = Right audio channel (+)

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Connecting Paging Inputs/Outputs
Paging Inputs are for Phone Systems or Communications Boxes. If the paging override is used, connect the
paging Output connector on the Tango Controller to the Tango Zone Expander (FIG. 4):
Connecting To Tango Audio Controllers
FIG. 5 provides a wiring diagram illustrating the connections between the Tango Audio Controller and
multiple Tango Zone Expanders:
FIG. 4 Connecting Paging Input/Outputs
FIG. 5 Connecting the Tango Controller to Zone Expanders
Tango Audio Controller
Tango Zone Expander (#1)
Paging
Out
Paging In
From phone system or
Paging
Out
Paging In To "Paging In" connector on
Tango Zone Expander #2
communication box
Tango Audio Controller
Tango Zone Expander 1
Tango Zone Expander 2
To Zones 1-4 To Zones 5-8
To Zones 9-10 To Zones 11-12
To Zon e s 1 5 -16To Zones 13-14
From Audio Device (L/R)
Ethernet
Ethernet

Installation
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1. Connect the RJ-11 jack labelled "Expansion Out" on the Tango Controller to the RJ-11 jack labelled
"Expansion Port In" on the rear panel of the Zone Expander. This connection provides the Tango
Controller with the ability to control the Zone Expander (see FIG. 5).
2. Set the Address switch on the rear panel of the Zone Expander to "1" if the Zone Expander services zones
9 – 16, set to "2" for zones 17 – 24 and so on until all seven Zone Expanders are utilized (see FIG. 5).
Refer to the Zone Expander Addressing section on page 9 for further details.
3. Connect the source inputs. Patch each source from the source output on the Tango controller to the source
inputs on the Zone Expander.
For example, Source 1 Output, on the Tango Controller to Source 1 Input on the Zone Expander).
Continue this procedure until each source is connected.
4. Paging Inputs are for Phone Systems or Communications Boxes. If the paging override is used, connect
the paging output loop from the Tango Controller to the Zone Expander (see FIG. 5).
5. Connect the keypads to the Tango Controller and Zone Expander(s). Following the same wiring code you
used at each of the keypad locations, plug each SWT connector into the desired Zone Output connectors
on the Tango Controller and Zone Expanders (see FIG. 5).
6. SWT Speakers connect to the Tango Controller via the SPEAKERS connector on the SWT keypads.
 Alternatively, you can terminate the speakers directly to the back of the Controller. Speakers
connected directly to the zone output must be common grounded.
 The minimum impedance for each zone should never be less than 4 ohms.
7. On the Main Controller, make the necessary NIC Port connections for the (optional) Network Interface
Card and AM/FM Antennas.
8. Connect the power supply and power up the units.
Ensure the left and right source connections are properly matched and seated to the
left and right terminals of the both the Tango Controller and the Zone Expander.
Installing more than 2 pairs of speakers on any Zone output is not recommended
without installing an external amplifier.

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Zone Expander Addressing
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Zone Expander Addressing
Overview
Use the Address switch on the rear panel of the Tango Zone Expanders (FIG. 1) to set the Address for each
Expander, according to the values in the following tables:
DAS-T0808-SIG (8-Zone Audio Controller)
Use the following table when connecting to DAS-T0808-SIG (8-Zone Audio Controller):
DAS-T0804-SIG (4-Zone Audio Controller)
Use the following table when connecting to DAS-T0804-SIG (4-Zone Audio Controller):
FIG. 1 Address switch
Zone Expander Addressing - Connected to DAS-T0808-SIG (8-Zone Controller)
Zone Expander # DAS-T0804X-SIG (4 Zones) DAS-T0808X-SIG (8 Zones)
Zone Expander 1 Zones 9-12: set to Address 1 Zones 9-16: set to Address 1
Zone Expander 2 Zones 13-16: set to Address 2 Zones 17-24: set to Address 2
Zone Expander 3 Zones 17-20: set to Address 3 Zones 25-32: set to Address 3
Zone Expander 4 Zones 21-24: set to Address 4 Zones 33-40: set to Address 4
Zone Expander 5 Zones 25-28: set to Address 5 Zones 41-48: set to Address 5
Zone Expander 6 Zones 29-32: set to Address 6 Zones 49-56: set to Address 6
Zone Expander 7 Zones 33-36: set to Address 7 Zones 57-64: set to Address 7
Zone Expander Addressing - Connected to DAS-T0804-SIG (4-Zone Controller)
Zone Expander # DAS-T0804X-SIG (4 Zones) DAS-T0808X-SIG (8 Zones)
Zone Expander 1 Zones 5-8: set to Address 1 Zones 5-12: set to Address 1
Zone Expander 2 Zones 9-12: set to Address 2 Zones 13-20: set to Address 2
Zone Expander 3 Zones 13-16: set to Address 3 Zones 21-28: set to Address 3
Zone Expander 4 Zones 17-20: set to Address 4 Zones 29-36: set to Address 4
Zone Expander 5 Zones 21-24: set to Address 5 Zones 37- 44: set to Address 5
Zone Expander 6 Zones 25-28: set to Address 6 Zones 45-52: set to Address 6
Zone Expander 7 Zones 29-32: set to Address 7 Zones 53-60: set to Address 7
Address 1

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