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Studio
Console
Power Supply
USER GUIDE
RPS15
Publication AP8234
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Limited One Year Manufacturers Warranty
This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for period of one
year from the date of purchase by the original owner.
To ensure a high level of performance and reliability for which this equipment has been designed
and manufactured, read this User Guide before operating.
In the event of a failure, notify and return the defective unit to the place of purchase.
If this is not possible then please contact the authorised ALLEN & HEATH distributor or agent in
your country as soon as possible for repair under warranty subject to the following conditions.
Conditions of Warranty
The equipment has been installed and operated in accordance with the instructions in this User
Guide.
The equipment has not been subject to misuse either intended or accidental, neglect, or
alteration other than as described in the User Guide or Service Manual, or approved by ALLEN &
HEATH.
Any necessary adjustment, alteration or repair has been carried out by an authorised ALLEN &
HEATH distributor or agent.
This warranty does not cover fader wear and tear.
The defective unit is to be returned carriage prepaid to the place of purchase, an authorised
ALLEN & HEATH distributor or agent with proof of purchase.
Please discuss this with the distributor or the agent before shipping.
If the unit is to be repaired in a different country to that of its purchase the repair may take
longer than normal, whilst the warranty is confirmed and parts are sourced.
Units returned should be packed to avoid transit damage.
In certain territories the terms may vary. Check with your ALLEN & HEATH distributor or agent
for any additional warranty which may apply.
If further assistance is required please contact Allen & Heath Ltd.
This product complies with the European Electromagnetic
Compatibility directive 2004/108/EC and the European Low
Voltage Directives 2006/95/EC.
Any changes or modifications to the power supply unit not approved by Allen
& Heath could void the compliance of the product and therefore the users’
authority to operate it.
RPS15 User Guide AP8234 Issue 1.
Copyright © 2011 Allen & Heath. All rights reserved
Manufactured in the United Kingdom by Allen & Heath Limited
Kernick Industrial Estate, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 9LU, UK
http://www.allen-heath.com
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNINGS
ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE – NE PAS OUVRIR
Read instructions
Do not remove covers
Power sources
Power cord routing
: Retain these safety and operating instructions for future reference. Adhere to
: Connect the power supply unit to a mains power supply only of the type
: Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on, stretched or
- Read the following before proceeding :
CAUTION
all warnings printed here and on the power supply unit. Follow the operating
instructions printed in this User Guide.
: Operate the power supply unit with its covers correctly fitted. Refer any
service work on the power supply unit to competent technical personnel only.
described in this User Guide and marked on the rear panel. Use only the
power cord with sealed mains plug appropriate for your local mains supply as
provided with the power supply unit. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet consult your service agent for assistance.
pinched by items placed upon or against it.
Grounding
: Do not defeat the grounding and polarisation means of the power cord plug.
WARNING: This equipment must be earthed.
Water and moisture
Ventilation
: Do not obstruct the ventilation slots or position the power supply unit where
Heat and vibration
Servicing
Installation
: Switch off the equipment and unplug the power cord immediately if it is
: Install the power supply unit in accordance with the instructions printed in this
Do not remove or tamper with the ground connection in the power cord.
: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose the power supply unit
to rain or moisture or use it in damp or wet conditions. Do not place
containers of liquid on it which might spill into any openings.
the air flow required for ventilation is impeded. If the power supply unit is to
be operated in a flightcase ensure that it is constructed to allow adequate
ventilation.
: Do not locate the power supply unit in a place subject to excessive heat or
direct sunlight as this could be a fire hazard. Locate the power supply unit
away from any equipment which produces heat or causes excessive vibration.
exposed to moisture, spilled liquid, objects fallen into the openings, the power
cord or plug become damaged, during lightening storms, or if smoke, odour or
noise is noticed. Refer servicing to qualified technical personnel only.
User Guide. Do not connect the output of power supply unit to any other
equipment other than that specified by Allen & Heath.
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Important Mains plug wiring instructions.
The power supply unit is supplied with a moulded mains plug fitted to the AC
mains power lead. Follow the instructions below if the mains plug has to be
replaced.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following
code:
WIRE COLOUR TERMINAL
European USA/Canada
L LIVE BROWN BLACK
N NEUTRAL BLUE WHITE
E EARTH GND GREEN & YELLOW GREEN
The wire which is coloured Green and Yellow must be connected to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or with the Earth symbol.
This appliance must be earthed.
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal in the plug
which is marked with the letter N.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal in the
plug which is marked with the letter L.
Ensure that these colour codes are followed carefully in the event of the plug
being changed.
Precautions
Damage :
Environment :
Cleaning :
Transporting :
DC power cable:
To prevent damage to the power supply unit cosmetics, avoid placing heavy
Protect from excessive dirt, dust, heat and vibration when operating and
Avoid the use of chemicals, abrasives or solvents. The power supply unit is
The power supply unit should be transported in the original packing or
objects on the unit, scratching the surface with sharp objects, or subjecting the
power supply unit to rough handling and vibration.
storing. Avoid tobacco ash, smoke, drinks spillage, and exposure to rain and
moisture. If the power supply unit becomes wet, switch off and remove power
immediately. Allow to dry out thoroughly before using again.
best cleaned with a soft brush and dry lint-free cloth. The use of electrical
lubricants is not recommended.
purpose built flightcase to protect it from damage during transit.
Plan the location of the mixing console and power supply unit so that the DC
power cable is not fully extended. Full extension of the cable can stress the
mixing console and power supply unit connectors and may result in undesired
performance. Ensure that the power cable is located such that it cannot be
stood on or tripped over.
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Introduction
This user guide presents a quick reference to the RPS15. We recommend that you read this fully
before starting. Included is information on installing, connecting and operating the power supply
unit along with panel drawings and technical specification. Whilst we believe the information in this
guide to be reliable we do not assume responsibility for inaccuracies. We also reserve the right to
make changes in the interest of further product development.
We are able to offer further product support through our worldwide network of approved dealers
and service agents. You can also access our Web site (www.allen-heath.com) for information on
our company and its pedigree, our full product range and our design philosophy. To help us
provide the most efficient service please keep a record of your power supply unit serial number,
and date and place of purchase to be quoted in any communication regarding this product. The
serial number is located on the rear panel.
Check the Packing Contents
Retain the product packing should you need to ship the product in future. You should find the following
components:
RPS15
CONSOLE PSU
HI TEMP
+/-17V +12V +48V
ALLEN&HEATH
POWER ON
AUTO COMBINING LINEAR TECHNOLOGY
ON
OFF
1x RPS15 POWER SUPPLY UNIT. This is packed with its
rubber feet fitted. The feet can be removed for rack mounting.
1x IEC MAINS LEAD with moulded plug. Check that the plug is
suitable for connection to your local mains supply.
+RPS15/n Unit shipped with console. n = mains voltage
1x LONG (2.9m) male>female DC POWER CABLE.
Part number 004-100. Connects the RPS15 to the mixing
console.
DOCUMENTATION including Safety Sheet AP3345, this user
guide AP8234 and the Registration Card.
The RPS15
The slimline RPS15 power supply unit is a high performance, low noise linear power supply producing DC
voltages by rectifying, smoothing and regulating AC voltages from the secondary windings of a mains transformer.
Allen & Heath mixing consoles employ a number of DC voltage supply levels in their operation and these are
provided at the output of the power supply unit. Full protection and thermal sensing fan cooling ensures the
power supply unit will operate consistently.
RPS15
ALLEN&HEATH
POWER ON
ON
OFF
STUDIO CONSOLE PSU
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.
ATTENTION: REMPLACER PAR UN FUSIBLE STRICTEMENT IDENTIQUE EN VALEURS.
WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED
CET APPAREIL DOIT ETRE MIS A LA TERRE
Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan
Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt
Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag
V AC~ 47-63 Hz
525W MAX
S/No
ENGINEERED IN ENGLAND BY ALLEN & HEATH LIMITED.
HI TEMP
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING.CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE
MAINS INPUT
FUSE
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
Ne contient aucune pièce réparable par l’utilisateur
DO NOT OBSTRUCT VENTILATION OPENINGS
Ne pas obstruer les ouvertures d’aération
FUSE TYPE AC SUPPLY
T10A L 250V 20mm
100-120V~
220-240V~T8A L 250V 20mm
CHASSIS
GROUND
DC POWER OUT
LINEAR TECHNOLOGY
STUDIO CONSOLE PSUALLEN&HEATH
RPS15
+/-17V +8V +48V
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443mm (17.4")
Installation
Free standing
The RPS15 can be operated as a freestanding unit for shelf or floor operation. Ensure adequate air flow around
the unit. It must not be covered in any way. Always stand the unit on a firm flat surface well away from any soft
furnishings or carpet.
Rack mounting
The RPS15 is designed as a 19 inch rack mount unit and will occupy 2U (3.5 inches) of rack space. The fast feet
may need to be removed before rack mounting. Retain feet for future use.
An important consideration when rack-mounting the unit is the need for natural convection of airflow around the
unit. Good ventilation below the unit, in the floor or back of the rack, will ensure a continuous path for airflow.
Rack equipment known to produce a significant amount of heat should not be mounted directly below the power
supply unit. Equipment which also relies on good airflow within the rack (i.e. most power amplifiers and other
power supply units) should be given due consideration and some space should be provided between such units
and between the RPS15 unit. Forced convection, by means of a fan-tray, may be desirable in some situations.
Location
As with any power supply unit that contains a mains voltage transformer, it is preferable to provide a degree of
physical isolation of the unit from other equipment, particularly that which carries low level audio signals, to avoid
any possible interference pick-up. For this reason power supply units supplied with Allen & Heath GS series
mixing consoles are provided with a long (2.9m) output cable to enable them to be positioned away from the
mixing console. For the same reason, when rack-mounting it is preferable to avoid locating the unit next to signal
processing equipment.
Earthing
Finally, some consideration should be given to the earthing arrangement of the system, at the centre of which is
the console and the RPS15. The console chassis is earthed to the mains earth via the power supply unit. When
rack-mounting the RPS15 care should be taken to avoid any possible “ground loops” in the system which may
introduce audible hum or buzz to otherwise clean audio signals. Ground loops occur where signal processing
equipment patched to the console, has its signal earth connected to the equipment chassis. A ground loop is
formed if the chassis of the signal processing equipment and the RPS15 chassis are in electrical contact through
the fixing rails they share in the rack. The RPS15 has audio 0V and mains earth connected internally.
Fitting in a rack
The RPS15 is supplied ready for use free standing.
For rack mounting remove and retain the four rubber
feet.
Do not obstruct the ventilation slots.
Ensure adequate air flow around the RPS15.
Do not install the unit directly above or
below other equipment.
Do not remove the cover of the RPS15.
There are no user serviceable parts inside.
483mm (19")
RPS15 ALLEN&HEATH
3.5"
2U
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92mm
3.6"
88mm
310mm (12.2") 374mm (14.7")
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Operating the RPS15
The RPS15 is internally wired to operate from one of the following standard settings: 100V, 120V, 220V, or 240V.
The unit is shipped pre-wired for the country in which it is to be used.
Check that the rear panel is marked to indicate the voltage that is correct for your territory. The
power supply unit is provided with an IEC type mains connector and moulded mains plug. Check that
this is correct for connection to your wall socket outlet.
Switch the unit on by setting the front panel POWER ON switch to its ON position. The three front panel voltage
rail indicators (+/-17V, +8V, +48V) should light. The ‘HI TEMP’ indicator should be off during normal operation. It
lights to warn when the power supply unit is becoming too hot. Should that be the case, improve the ventilation or
lower the air temperatures around the unit.
To avoid audible thumps and bangs through the speakers, always turn the console on before
switching on the amplifier system, and turn the amplifiers off before switching off the console power
supply unit.
Always switch the power supply unit off before connecting or disconnecting the console power cables, removing
or installing console modules and any servicing work. In the event of an electrical storm, or large mains voltage
fluctuations, immediately switch off the power supply unit and disconnect from the mains supply.
Cleaning the Unit
The RPS15 does not use any internal filters. Air is drawn through the fan grille on the rear, blown through a
heatsink tunnel and out through ventilation slots in the front panel. It is not necessary to open the unit for
cleaning. Simply keep the fan and ventilation slots free of dust and dirt using a vacuum cleaner and dry, lint free
cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or compressed air to clean the unit.
Always switch the unit off when inspecting or cleaning it.
Replacing the mains fuse
The AC mains fuse is located on the rear of the RPS15 unit next to the AC mains connector. In the event of a
mains surge or under-rated fuse value, the fuse will rupture. Switch off the power supply and remove the mains
lead plug from the “MAINS INPUT” socket on the rear of the unit. Check the fuse and replace if necessary. In the
event of repeated failure of the mains fuse, consult your Allen & Heath service agent.
In the unlikely event of an internal DC rail fuse failure, consult your Allen & Heath service agent or Allen & Heath
technical support.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WITH THE CORRECT TYPE ONLY, AS INDICATED
ON THE UNIT.
AC~ mains input voltage Fuse type A&H Part No.
100V – 120V ± 10%
220V – 240V ± 10%
T 10A L 250V 20mm
T 8A L 250V 20mm
AL3455
AL0487
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PCB Ident
Fuse type
F1 (+17
.5V) T 16A
L
250V 20mm
A&H Part no:
AL8154
F2 (-17.5V)
T 16A
L
250V 20mm
A&H Part no:
AL8154
Front Panel:
483
mm x 88mm
19 inch 2U
Chassis
443mm x 88mm
17.4 inches
Height including feet:
92mm
3.6
inches
Depth:
328mm
12.9 inches
Weight:
12kg 26.4 lbs
Assembly
Description
A&H Part no:
DC cable
2.9m
power supply
to console cable assembly
004-100
Technical specification
Mains Input Voltage Range: Internally wired for region:
100V +/- 10% 50/60Hz
120V +/- 10% 50/60Hz
220V +/- 10% 50/60Hz
240V +/- 10% 50/60Hz
Note: Contact Allen & Heath if your local mains voltage is not shown above.
Power consumption (max.) 650W
Mains Fuse: 100/120V T10AL 250V 20mm A&H Part no: AL3455
220/240V T8AL 250V 20mm A&H Part no: AL0487
Internal Fuses:
DC Outputs:
Overall Dimensions:
Cable Assemblies:
F3 (+48V) T 1.6AL 250V 20mm A&H Part no: AL0466
F4 (+12V) T 6.3AL 250V 20mm A&H Part no: AL0395
DC Voltage Rail Output Current
+17 VOLTS 3A continuous, 8A Max.
-17 VOLTS 3A continuous, 8A Max
+8 VOLTS 2.5A continuous, 4A Max.
+48 VOLTS 500mA Max.
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