the t.amp tt.amp E4-130 User manual

E4-130, E4-250
power amplifier
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
30.10.2014, ID: 348232, 348233

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 6
2 Safety notes.................................................................................................................................................. 8
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 13
4 Installation and operation.................................................................................................................. 14
5 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 18
6 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 24
7 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 26
8 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 29
9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 30
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1 General information
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the
customer service will gladly assist you.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Letterings
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Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it
is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety notes
This device amplifies electric audio frequency signals to operate passive speakers. Use the
device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating con‐
ditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No
liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
Intended use
Safety
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DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never
remove any covers.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐
tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.
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CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
With loudspeakers or headphones connected, the device can produce volume
levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment.
Do not operate the device permanently at a high volume level. Decrease the
volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing
impairment.
NOTICE!
Risk of fire
Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots. Do not place the device near
any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames.
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NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.
NOTICE!
Power supply
Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches
the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual
current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and
possibly injure the user.
Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long
periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
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NOTICE!
Magnetic fields
The device generates strong magnetic fields that can interfere with the function
of poorly shielded devices. The strongest magnetic fields are directly above and
below the power amplifier. Therefore, never place sensitive devices such as pre-
amplifiers, radio transmission systems, or tape decks directly above or below the
power amplifier. When installing the power amplifier into a rack, you should place
it in the lowest position, and further equipment such as pre-amplifiers in the
highest position.
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3 Features
nLow mounting depth of only 408 mm
nOutput power
– the t.amp E4-130 (item no. 348232):
4 × 130 W @ 4 Ω, 2 × 200 W @ 8 Ω
– the t.amp E4-250 (item no. 348233):
4 × 250 W @ 4 Ω, 4 × 400 W @ 8 Ω
nInputs: XLR
nOutputs: NL4 (speakON) connectors for speakers
nProtection circuits: DC, short circuit, overtemperature, limiter, soft start
nDefeatable standby function
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4 Installation and operation
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high-
quality cables for all connections.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages at the power amplifier output
The output voltages of modern high-performance amplifiers may result in death
or serious injury.
Never touch the bare ends of loudspeaker cables when the amplifier is on.
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NOTICE!
Magnetic fields
The device generates strong magnetic fields that can interfere with the function
of poorly shielded devices. The strongest magnetic fields are directly above and
below the power amplifier. Therefore, never place sensitive devices such as pre-
amplifiers, radio transmission systems, or tape decks directly above or below the
power amplifier. When installing the power amplifier into a rack, you should place
it in the lowest position, and further equipment such as pre-amplifiers in the
highest position.
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Depending on the individual application, the amplifier can be used in different operation
modes:
Stereo mode
The two amplifier channels operate independently of one another, either
channel (A and B) is amplified and connected to loudspeakers, the volume can
be controlled separately for the two outputs.
Parallel mode
The two amplifier channels receive the same input signal from channel A and
loudspeakers are connected to each amplifier, the volume is controlled via the
control knob for channel A.
Bridged mode
The two amplifier channels are internally connected in such a way that twice
the output power is available. Only the input signal from channel A is amplified
and loudspeakers are connected only to the correspondingly marked output.
The volume is controlled via the control knob for channel A.
Possible operation modes
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For each output of the amplifier, the total impedance resulting from the loudspeakers con‐
nected to it must not be below the allowed minimal impedance of the amplifier output. If you
connect more than one loudspeaker to an amplifier output, please note the following:
nIf the loudspeakers are connected in a series, the individual impedances will be added up.
nIf the loudspeakers are connected in parallel, the reciprocal of the total impedance equals
the sum of the reciprocals of the individual impedances.
Example: If you have two loudspeakers with the same impedance, their impedance doubles if
they are connected in a series, their impedance halves if they are connected in parallel.
For detailed information related to this topic please refer to our Online Guide ‘PA Speakers’
(www.thomann.de).
The device has been designed for rack mounting in a standard 19-inch rack; it occupies two
rack units.
Rack mounting
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5 Connections and operating elements
Front panel
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1[POWER]
Mains switch. Turns the device on and off. The corresponding LED lights up green when the device is turned on.
In standby mode, the LED lights red. As soon as the unit receives a signal, it switches back to normal mode and the LED
will light up green again.
2[CH-1], [CH-2],
[CH-3], [CH-4] Volume control for the respective channel
3[PAR] Lights up when the respective channel pair is operated in Parallel mode.
4[BRI] Lights up when the respective channel pair is operated in Bridged mode.
5[SIG] Indicates the presence of an input signal.
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6[CLIP] Lights under the following conditions:
nChannel overload.
Reduce in this case the volume until the LED goes out.
nOutput short circuit.
Turn off the device immediately, correct the short circuit and turn on the device again.
7[PRO] Lights under the following conditions:
nThree to five seconds after switching on or off when the device is in an unstable condition.
nNo speaker connected.
nThe temperature of the power amp blocks has reached 85 °C.
nOne or more protection circuits have been triggered, or the device is faulty.
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