TP Radio TP Tube User manual

TP TUBE
DSP
DESIGN
WAF
500W
SoundDeny
160W
300W
CLASS-D
Chrome
DMOS
WAF
DSP
DESIGN
CLASS D
160W
Chrome
Ampliere
Active loudspeakers by TP RADIO
SoundDeny
Ampliere
CLASS D
300W
DMOS
Active speakers by TP RADIO
SoundDeny
160W
300W
CLASS D
It’s almost unnatural that these “sticks” can
give the impression of being huge speakers.
It’s so unrealistic that you won´t believe it
until you have experienced it.
Johnny Sørensen
HI-FI
HI-FI
User Guide

UserGuide March 2013
For TP160 / TP300 / TP500
Health and safety
Always use an original TP Tube stand if the speaker is to be free-standing.
Otherwise, the speaker may fall over and cause injury.
The sound pressure generated from TP TUBE loudspeakers can cause
hearing damage if the ear is too close to the speaker.
Never play with a high sound pressure when a person’s head is less than
1m from a speaker.
Note: TP TUBE speaker is so heavy that it is able to
cause damage to the feet and other body parts if it is dropped.
When you have to deal with heavy objects such as TP TUBE
loudspeakers, make sure to always use proper lifting techniques, bend
your knees and hold back upright and arms as close to your body as
possible.
NOTE: This is a Beta version 1.2-2013 of the userguide and we keep the
rights to change it at any time.

INDHOLD
• Quick Guide 4
• Introduction 6
• Functions 7
• Place the Speaker 11
• Connections 14
• Connect the speaker 16
• The Front indicator 20
• Customize setting with TPlay 22
• Documentation 30
• Interface / Pin-out 33
• Your own setup 34

Quick Guide
Here’s a quick guide to setting up and using TP Tube Series
Your TP Tube, is supplied with an auto function to make
installation easy.
1. Place your speakers as described in the user manual.
2. Connect with 230V power cord and audio source with link cables and
adapters. Set left and right speakers @ INPUT switch (see page 15)
3. Turn on your audio device. Play music / sound and register that the speak-
ers also powers on. (Blue LED on)
4. Crank up your audio for about 6 seconds. (Be aware that there may be
damage to your hearing. Use if necessary earplugs.) Then turn down the
listening level again..
Your speakers have now adapted to the source they are connected to, and is
now ready for use.
It is recommended to read the user manual carefully and adjust the speaker
following its instruction.
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Quick Guide
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Introduction
Congratulations on your new TP TUBE active speakers.
You have with TP TUBE series acquired an Danish designed- and produced
quality product that we hope you will enjoy for many years.
When you unpack your speakers. You must ensure that there are the following
contents in each package and that it is not damaged:
• 1 Speaker
• 1 SK-655 Power cord (2 m)
• 1 Key Package / TPlay CD + USB
• 1 User manual
Signal cables, signal adapter, speaker stand is an accessory and must be
ordered separately.
Cleaning
If it is necessary to clean the speaker cabinet, use a soft lint-free cloth that has
been soaked in water with a bit of normal detergent.
Be careful not to let water into the speaker.
Avoid using a wet cloth on the back panel connectors.
Never use cleansers that contain abrasives, solvents or other chemical deter-
gents.
daily use
Once you have set up and adjusted the speakers as described in the instruc-
tions on the following pages. Connected to the power source and is ready for
use.
TP TUBE enters standby mode automati-
cally when not in use and this is shown in the
indicator, with a red light
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Functions
• Active speakers
TP TUBE loudspeakers are active speakers, which means that the ampliers
to equip the speaker units are located inside the cabinet.
In addition to the usual input signal active speakers requires an external power
source.
• Auto power on / off
TP TUBE loudspeakers are supplied with a built-in “Auto Power On / Off” func-
tion. In standby mode, it means that as soon as it detects a signal on the input,
the speaker automatically turns On.
This is indicated with blue light in the indicator (Fig. 1).
“Power On” level can be adjusted.
(read more in the section “Customize settings with TPlay”)
If there is not detected a signal at the input for more than ve minutes, the
speakers turns off (go into stand-by mode) automatically.
This is shown with red light in the indicator .. (Fig. 1)
If the speakers are used with B & O “Powerlink” controlled equipment, the
TP Tube speakers automatically turns on / off at the same time as the B & O
equipment.
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Functions
• Active Loudness
The “active loudness technology” (physiological volume control) used in TP
TUBE loudspeakers are unique to these products.
In TP TUBE loudspeakers there are used a very subtle, acoustic natural
process that dynamically regulates the amount of “boost” depending on the
frequency and level, after the so called Fletcher-Munson curves.
“Active loudness” level can be changed with the included TPlay - CD / USB.
The function can, if desired, be turned off by a switch on the panel on the
cabinet rear. (Cable Connections page 13 / g.2)
• Auto-leveling input
TP TUBE loudspeakers can be used with any audio source
(standard line-level professional line level, power amplier output level.)
With rst time use or after “reset”, the unique “auto-leveling input” function
adjusts the input gain to suit most ampliers (from 5W and up)
If it is necessary to connect the speakers to a line-level output, the start level
is set using the CD / USB.
(read more in the section “Customize settings with TPlay”)
• Limiters
TP TUBE loudspeakers are protected by a digital limiter, which provides
protection of the speaker units from being destroyed by limiting the output
level.
This means that it is impossible to destroy the devices, playing too high.
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Functions
• DSP
Crossover Frequency, physiological volume control, equalizer and limiting
features are implemented in a 24-bit Digital Signal Processor.
DSP completes the use of the high efciency ampliers used in TP TUBE
active speakers.
• Class D (digital ampliers)
Each of the four woofers in TP 500 is powered by its own 100W PWM power
amplier. Class D is a digital amplier with efciency up to 90%
In TP 160, the same type of Class D power amplier is used for both woofer
and tweeter unit (an amplier for each unit). Max. output is set to 80W.
• DMOS
A separate 100W DMOS power amplier drives the tweeter in the TP 500 and
TP300.
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Functions
• SoundDeny antitheft system
“SoundDeny” system is a very effective anti-theft system.
The patent-pending technology ensures that TP TUBE loudspeakers can not
be used if stolen.
The system works as follows:
If the power at any time is removed from the TP TUBE loudspeakers for more
than 6 hours, the digital electronic locks the speakers and prevent use until a
unique Audio key is supplied to the speakers.
The benecial owner of the speakers can simply play the unique audio tracks
from TPlay - CD or the USB from a completely common source and unlock the
speakers. (See “Customize settings with TPlay”)
If TPlay - CD / USB is kept in a safe place, the speaker can not be used if it is
stolen.
If the benecial owner loses or destroys TPlay CD / USB, then TP Radio
provide a copy, under the circumstances that a correct serial number and the
purchase can be documented.
• SOUND
This switch determines the frequency curve that best ts the location of the
speaker in the listening room:
1- Freestanding - used when the speaker is placed 50 cm or
more from a wall and it is not in a corner.
2- Near the wall - used when the speaker is located less than 50
cm from a wall and it is not in a corner.
3- Corner used when the speaker is placed in a corner.
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Place the speaker
• Installation of TP TUBE
TP 500, TP 300 is cleared for use in freestanding mode when the original
TP TUBE stand is mounted. For stability reasons, this stand should always be
used when the loudspeaker is to be detached.
TP 160 has not a requirement for installation of a stand.
1- Unpac TP TUBE speaker.
2- A piece of soft protective materials, such as. a small
blanket or foam material on a solid table that is large
enough for the speaker to be there.
3- Lay the speaker on the side of the protective material in such a way
that the bottom of the loudspeaker protrudes beyond the edge of the
table. (See Figure 3)
4- Keep stand (optional - not supplied with the speaker) up towards the
bottom of the speaker and secure it with the supplied allen screw.
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Place the speaker
5- Tighten the screw with the supplied Allen-key.
6- Lift the speaker with both hands and place it
gently on the oor in an upright position.
Note: Never lie or support the speaker on the front
(Metal grill with black fabric). Use a soft surface if the speaker is on its side - the
painted surface can be scratched by direct contact with a hard surface.
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Place the speaker
ou are now ready to place your speakers.
TP TUBE loudspeakers can be placed in an upright position anywhere in the
listening room, if you just make sure to place them on a stable and solid
material. (TP160 / TP300 can be placed in the vertical, as a center speaker)
However, there are other things to be taken into consideration:
• Acoustic - if the speakers are placed in a corner or close up against
a wall, you can compensate for this by choosing the right setting with
“sound” switch.
It would be ideal to place TP TUBE loudspeakers free
standing with at least 50 cm away from the nearest wall.
• Aesthetic - nd out what location that makes it easier to hide the
wires.
• The distance to the nearest power outlet. every speaker must be
connected to power source.
With each speaker delivered a 2m long power cord.
If the distance to the nearest outlet is larger, an extension cord
should be used.
• The distance to the sound source
(Radio + amp / CD player etc.).
• The distance between the speakers
We are always ready to assist with advice and guidance about
placement and adjustment
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Connections
• Signal cables / Link Cables / Adaptors
You can control up to three TP TUBE loudspeakers with the same signal
cable. (See: Installing page 14)
This is possible because the signal cable has three paired signal lines, and the
two inputs / output connectors makes it possible to connect speakers in series.
This solution can simplify cable connections from source to the speakers.
The following cables are available:
• SK652 Line adapter - Line level input, 30 cm long,
phono plug to the sound source, D-15 female connector at the
other end.
• SK688 Line adapter - Line level input, 30 cm long,
3.5 Jack at the sound source, D-15 female connector at the
other end.
• SK653 speaker adapter – Speaker level input, 30 cm long,
Stripped and tinned wire to the sound source, D-15 socket on
other end.
• SK654 ”Power link” adapter - (only for B&O systems)
Speaker Level input, 30 cm long, DIN plug to the sound
source, D-15 female connector at the other end.
• SK651/1 Extension Cable 1.0m, D-15 male to D-15 female.
• SK651/35 Extension Cable 3.5m, D-15 male to D-15 female.
• Sk651/10 Extension Cable 10m, D-15 male to D-15 female.
For accessories and prices, please call or go to www.tptube.dk
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Installation 4
Connections
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The power cord (SK654) is inserted here.
Here you connect the audio source.
Or link cable from the second TP TUBE speaker.
Here you can connect the link cabel to the next TP TUBE
speaker.
This switch turns the “active loudness”
function, On or Off
Sets the speaker to: left, right or center.
You can with this switch determine location of the
speaker in the listening room.
1. 230V
2 IN
3 OUT
4. LOUDNESS
5. INPUT
6. SOUND
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Connect the speaker
Of course it is also possible to connect cables to each speaker individually
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SK652
SK653
SK651/35
SK651/10
230 VAC 230 VAC
input set to
L (left)
input set to
R (right)
SK688
Example of Adapter use i a stereo setup
SK654
Center
L R
Front
Stereo Forstærker
Volume controled
line-output
L
højttaler udgang
R
C
Stelledning
Forstærker
Speaker output

Connect the speaker
Example of installation with Amplier using the Pre-Out
Of course it is also possible to connect cables to each speaker individually
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Center
L R
Front
Stereo Forstærker
Volume controled
line-output
TP Tube Stereo

Connect the speaker
If you have questions about the installation? -Please refer to FAQ on www.tptube.dk or call 43 90 60 48
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Example of Stereo installation with AirPlay & DLNA
BANG & OLUFSEN
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Connect the speaker
Eksempel of Surround installation
Remember to choose what speaker to play as: L - C - R
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Center
L R L R C
Back Front
Sorround Reciever

The Front indicator
• ndicator / LED
On the speaker front bottom center is located a two-color LED indicator.
LED turns red when the loudspeaker is connected to the mains.
LED can be lit or ashing, with the colors red, purple and blue.
When the speaker is used usually led shows the following:
• Constant blue light: The speaker is on
• Steady red: The speaker is in standby.
• Slowly ashing red light: the protective device (Sound Deny) entered
ifunktion, and the speaker works only again when protective device is
activated or deactivated with TPlay - CD / USB.
When the speaker plays very loud, the LED briey or
longer intervals change from blue to purple or red.
• If the LED briey ashes red intermittently, it means that the built-in
protection circuit is activated briey. This does not hurt the speaker.
If the LED lights up red more persistent you need to turne down the
volume.
• If the LED briey ashes purple, it means that the signal from the
sound source is too strong.
Read the description under “Customize settings with TPlay”
Using TPlay - CD / USB light blinks, see description under
“Customize settings with TPlay”
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