Elan D12 Installation Manual

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Preface

Purpose of This Manual

This manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and connection examples, along with basic user information for installation and ongoing use of the D12 Digital Power Amplifier. This manual is written for the installer of this equipment.

Organization

The following information is contained in this manual:

Safety Information

D12 Introduction

D12 System Design Overview

D12 Connections

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Rack Mounting

Provides a comprehensive list of safety practices and procedures allowing for the safe installation and operation of ELAN Home Systems’ D12 Digital Power Amplifier.

Provides an introduction to the D12 Digital Power Amplifier, along with system features to include Front and Rear panel controls, indicators and connections, along with a short description of each.

Provides a system design application overview of the D12 Digital Power Amplifier for use in audio applications.

Provides a description of D12 Digital Power Amplifier connections including connections made with ELAN Multi-Room Systems and direct connections to the the D12 Digital Power Amplifier from other components.

Provides troubleshooting tables to help fix common discrepancies that may be associated with the D12 Digital Power Amplifier.

Appendix A provides equipment specifications for the D12 Digital Power Amplifier.

Appendix B provides specifications for Rack Mounting of the D12 Digital Power Amplifier using the included Rack Mount Brackets.

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CAUTION

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WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN!

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instruction in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Read Information—All the safety and operating information should be read before the appliance is operated.

Follow Information—All operating and use information should be followed.

Retain Information—The safety and operating information should be retained for future reference.

Heed Warnings—All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be heeded.

Wall Mounting—Mounting of this appliance should be done only by an authorized installer.

Ventilation—The appliances should be situated so that their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation.

These appliances should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. These appliances should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.

Non-Use Periods—Appliances that are left unattended and unused for long periods of time should be de-energized.

Power Sources—The appliances should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as

marked on each appliance. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your authorized ELAN dealer or local power company.

Grounding or Polarization—Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two

blades with one blade wider than the other blade. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The polarized wide blade and the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (CEC SECTION 10-700)

ANTENNA LEAD-IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMPS

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (CEC SECTION 54-200)

ANTENNA LEAD-IN WIRE (CEC SECTION 54-200)

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

(NEC ARTICLE 250, PART H)

CEC - CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE

Grounding Diagram

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Water and Moisture—To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, these appliances should not be used near water ––for example, near

a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

Power Cord Protection—Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and

the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Telephones—Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electrical shock

from lightning. Do not use a telephone to report a gas leak if the leak is in the vicinity of the ELAN electronic equipment because of risk of fire or explosion.

Cleaning—Unplug the apparatus from the power outlet before cleaning. Use only a dry cloth to clean the apparatus.

Power Lines—An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care

should be taken to avoid touching power lines or circuits, as contact with them may be fatal.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding—If an outside antenna or cable system

is connected to these audio products, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges- Section 810 of the U.S. National Electrical Code, and Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, provide information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See the grounding diagram (right).

Overloading—Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this could

result in fire or electric shock.

Object and Liquid Entry—Never insert objects of any kind through the

openings of these appliances, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the appliance through openings in the enclosure.

Servicing—Do not attempt to service these appliances yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or

other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Damage Requiring Service—These appliances should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

• A power supply connection or a plug has been damaged or

• If liquid has been spilled into the appliance or objects have fallen into the appliance or

• The appliance has been exposed to water or moisture or

• The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or

• The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.

Replacement Parts—When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by

the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. The Master Control Unit battery should be replaced only after turning the power off and only by an authorized installer.

Safety Check—Upon completion of any service or repairs to this audio product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to

determine that the audio product is in proper operating condition.

Lightning Storms—Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

Attachments and Accessories—Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

Cart, Stand, Tripod, Bracket or Table—Use only with a 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.

Disconnect Device—Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall

remain operable.

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Table of Contents

Preface �� I

Introduction ��VII

D12 Features ��VII

Identification of Controls �� 1

Rack Mounting �� 3

Operations & Settings �� 4

Front Panel Controls ........................................................................................................................................... 4

Channel Button ........................................................................................................................................ 4

Menu Button ............................................................................................................................................. 4

UP & DOWN Arrow Buttons ................................................................................................................5

Menu Options .......................................................................................................................................................5

Normal Mode ........................................................................................................................................................ 6

Volume Menu ...........................................................................................................................................6

Setting System Volume Levels ...........................................................................................................7

Input Select Menu ..................................................................................................................................8

Channel Lock Menu .............................................................................................................................10

ACE Menu ...............................................................................................................................................10

Power Saving Menu .............................................................................................................................11

Output View Menu ................................................................................................................................12

Utility Menu ..........................................................................................................................................................12

Operating Mode ....................................................................................................................................13

LCD Contrast ......................................................................................................................................... 13

LCD Brightness ..................................................................................................................................... 14

LCD Sleep Timer ................................................................................................................................... 14

Power Saving Mode .............................................................................................................................15

Firmware Version ..................................................................................................................................17

Diagnostics Menu .................................................................................................................................17

Ambient Temperature ..........................................................................................................................18

Save Dealer Defaults ...........................................................................................................................18

Restore Defaults .................................................................................................................................... 20

ELAN Mode .........................................................................................................................................................21

Absolute Max Volume Menu ..............................................................................................................21

Minimum Turn-On Volume Menu .....................................................................................................22

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Maximum Turn-On Volume Menu ....................................................................................................22

VIA!NET Address ...................................................................................................................................23

Channel Range ......................................................................................................................................23

Fault Menu (For both Normal and ELAN Modes) ........................................................................24

Connections ��25

Line Level Audio Inputs .................................................................................................................................... 25

BUS Inputs...........................................................................................................................................................26

BUS Outputs .......................................................................................................................................................26

Speaker Binding Post .......................................................................................................................................27

Triggers .................................................................................................................................................................28

IR LOOP INPUT/OUTPUT Connections .....................................................................................................30

VIA!NET LOOP INPUT/OUTPUT Connections .......................................................................................... 31

USB Connector ..................................................................................................................................................32

AC Power Connector ........................................................................................................................................32

Applications �� 33

Stereo Input with Stereo Output ...................................................................................................................33

Multiple Stereo Inputs ......................................................................................................................... 35

Single Stereo Input with Stereo and Mono Output ....................................................................36

Single Stereo Input with Stereo out on Channels 1 - 8 .............................................................38

Stand-Alone Stereo Bussing with Multiple Chassis ...................................................................41

Multi-Room Stereo Zones ..................................................................................................................43

S128P Sub-Zones ................................................................................................................................44

Troubleshooting �� 47

Specifications �� 50

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Items in package:

• D12PowerAmplifier

• RackMountBrackets

• PowerCord

• InstallationManual

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Introduction

Introducing the latest in ELAN digital amplifier design and innovation - the D12 Digital Power Amplifier. Designed specifically for the custom installer, the D12 is the perfect solution for multi-room whole-house applications. Providing cool performance and flexibility, the D12 delivers 12 channels of powerful audio that can be configured into many combinations to suit any situation that may be encountered in a whole-house distributed audio system.

The D12 utilizes low heat/high efficiency Class D digital technology which features an 8X over-sampling rate and 48-bit signal processing delivering the cleanest and most efficient audio amplification available. Each channel of the D12 has a true power rating of 75W per channel @ 8 Ohms and 100W per channel @ 4 Ohms - all channels driven.

Configuration of the D12 can be done via front panel interface including Advanced setup features such as max volume output, min/max turn on levels. Independent Channel IR commands are available in ELAN's configuration software.

D12 Features

Class D Digital Technology

• Constructed with the highest quality components including Pro-Sound analog to digital (A/D) converters, superior grade capacitors, and high quality 5-way speaker binding terminals, the end result is a sound that is clean, clear and transparent.

75WPC @ 8 Ohms & 100WPC @ 4 Ohms

• The D12 combines micro controller technology to maximize efficiency and a muscular Multi-Tap Toroid power transformer to provide all the power necessary to ensure the delivery of deep powerful bass, musical mids and sparkling highs to any whole-house application.

Automatic Clipping Eliminator

• The D12 Limiter enables the amplified output to be continuously monitored for signal clipping.

Intelligent Monitoring

• The D12 utilizes advanced micro controller operational circuity that constantly monitors all of the amplifier's operation modes. Channel fault, thermal and impedance load monitoring for each channel provides important diagnostical information. In the event that a problem occurs on a channel during operation, the other channels will continue to provide audio. When the conditions for the troubled channel no longer exist, regular operation will resume after a front panel reset is performed.

Multiple Input and Bus Options

• The D12 has two stereo Bus inputs that are available to any or all 12 channels. Any stereo pair, including the bus inputs, can be summed internally for a mono channel output. These advanced routing features are programmable setup features through the front panel LCD. The front panel display also provides status monitoring and diagnostics.

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Buffered Loop Outputs

• Flexible routing of each audio channel without signal loss.

IR Control Files

• Independent channel Volume Up, Volume Down, Input Selection, Power, Mute, Link/Unlink channel pairs and more.

USB Port

• For firmware and configuration updates.

VIA!Net jack

• For control and monitoring.

Rack-Mount Brackets Included

• Easily mount in a standard equipment rack.

Available in 240 Volt Version

cTUVus Certified, CE®, and C-tick

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CAUTION

This D12 Digital Power Amplifier is capable of delivering in excess of 75 Watts into 8 Ohm loads and in excess of 100 Watts into 4 Ohm loads.

All devices connected to the D12, including but not limited to speakers, volume controls, speaker selectors, etc., should have a minimum power handling specification of 75 Watts @ 8 Ohms and 100 Watts @ 4 Ohms.

Failure to use properly rated devices can result in damage to the connected device, the amplifier, and may present a fire hazard.

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Identification of Controls

Front Panel

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Channel Selector

Menu

Up Selector

Power LED

Down Selector

IR Icon Display

IR

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Front Panel Functions & Indicators

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Power Switch

Channels 1-12 Speaker Outputs, 5 Way Binding Post

BUS A RCA Stereo Inputs/Outputs, Channels 1 and 2 BUS B RCA Stereo Inputs/Outputs, Channels 7 and 8

RCA Stereo Inputs Channels 1-12

RCA Stereo Outputs Channels 1-12

+12V Channel Pair Trigger Inputs, Triggers 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12

+12V All On Trigger Input

+12V Trigger Output

IR Output

IR Input

VIA!NET Input/Output

USB Mini B Port

Rear Items & Connectors

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Power Cable Connector

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Rack Screws

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Rack Mounting

When mounting the D12 in an equipment rack, use the included Rack Mount Brackets for secure mounting and proper ventilation. The D12 requires three rack spaces.

To install the D12 into a standard 19” equipment rack:

1. Attach the rack mount bracket onto the D12 chassis from the front as shown in Figure C-1.

Figure C-1

2. Ensure that the brackets are flush with the front of the unit. Install each of the eight screws (included) through the side mounting flanges into the holes in the sides of the unit as shown in Figure C-2. Hand tighten screws! Over-tightening could cause damage to the D12 Tuner.

Figure C-2

3. Once the brackets are securely mounted, install the entire assembly into a standard 19” equipment rack from the front using four rack screws (not included). Three rack spaces will be used. See Figure C-3.

Figure C-3

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Operations & Settings

Front Panel Controls

The D12 front panel buttons provide control for the initial setup and amplifier status. Any button press activates the front panel LCD and displays the information until the LCD times out.

Front Panel Controls

Channel Button

The Channel button toggles through all available channels as well as the ALL channel option. Once a channel has been selected, the UP and DOWN buttons control the MENU item. In the UTILITY menu, the Channel button cycles through the UTILITY sub-menu structure.

Menu Button

The MENU button toggles through all Settings options. The Settings options will be slightly different depending if you are in Normal Mode or ELAN Mode.

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Normal Mode

Normal Mode menu items are:

Amplifier Status, Volume, Input Select, Lock, Limiter, Power Saving, Output View, and Utility.

The Utility menu items are:

Operating Mode, LCD Contrast, LCD Brightness, LCD Sleep Timer, Power Saving Mode, Firmware Version, Diagnostics, Ambient Temperature, Save Dealer Defaults, and Restore Defaults.

ELAN Mode

The ELAN mode menu items are the same except for the following additional menu items that are after Output View:

Absolute Max Volume, Min Turn On Volume, and Max Turn On Volume.

Amplifier Status, Volume, Input Select, Lock, Limiter, Power Saving, Output View, Absolute Max Volume, Min Turn On Volume, Max Turn On Volume and Utility

The Utility mode menu items are the same except for the following additional menu items that are after Operating Mode:

VIA!NET Address and Channel Range.

Operating Mode, VIA!NET Address, Channel Range, LCD Contrast, LCD Brightness, LCD Sleep Timer, Power Saving Mode, Firmware Version, Diagnostics, Ambient Temperature, Save Dealer Defaults, and Restore Defaults.

UP & DOWN Arrow Buttons

Adjusts menu selected item values incrementally.

Menu Options

The D12 Amplifier has two operating modes, Normal and ELAN.

ELAN mode provides feedback through VIA!NET and also allows the amplifier to listen to D12 IR Commands that

can effect its channels.

Normal mode does not listen to IR Commands or allow VIA!NET feedback.

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Normal Mode

Amplifier Status

When the MENU button is pressed for the first time, at Power ON, or after 50 seconds of no button activity, the Amplifier Status screen displays.

The top of the screen displays what Mode you are in, either ELAN MODE or NORMAL MODE followed by the channels of this chassis I.E. CH1 - CH12.

CH1 V50 IN1 means that audio input 1 (IN1) is being amplified at 50% (V50) and being routed to channel 1 (CH1).

Ampliﬁer Status

Press UP or DOWN buttons to cycle channels four at a time. Press Channel button to cycle one channel at a time. Press the MENU button to move to the next menu.

Volume Menu

The VOLUME menu will allow any or all channel's volume to be adjusted from 0% (MUTE) to 100% (full gain).

The Factory Default setting for each channel is 75.

The VU (Volume Unit) bar displays real time (current) volume detected at the selected channel output. The range is from -50 dB to 0 dB.

TRIGGER and PS (Power Sense)

See "Power Saving Menu" on page 11, "Power Saving Mode" on page 15, and "Triggers" on page 28.

Trigger ON is the factory default.

The TRIGGER options are:

• On: The selected channel is on (consuming energy) and the trigger jack on the rear panel is active.

• Off: The selected channel is off (NOT consuming energy) and the trigger jack on the rear panel is not active.

• On/PS: The selected channel is off (NOT consuming energy) because the selected channel is in Power Saving Mode even though the trigger jack on the rear panel is active.

When ACE is active on the selected channel, ACE will be displayed above Volume %. See "ACE Menu" on page 10.

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Volume Menu with ACE

When AVR is active, AVR (Automatic Volume Reduction) is displayed above Volume %. AVR is active whenever the amp is being overdriven. When AVR is active, the D12 turns its volume down until it is not being overdriven. The D12 will turn its volume up when it is not being overdriven.

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Press UP or DOWN buttons to change the Volume %. Press Channel button to change the channel. Press the MENU button to move to the next menu.

Setting System Volume Levels

1. Set each D12's channel levels by first lowering them to 25%.

2. Raise the volume of all touch panels, touchpads or volume controls to near maximum.

3. Play source program material, such as a CD or a radio station.

4. Have someone step into the room and listen.

5. Enable ACE for all channels. See "ACE Menu" on page 10

Volume Menu with AVR

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6. On the Volume screen, select the channel that is wired to the speaker where the person is listening.

7. Slowly adjust Volume Up for this channel until the audio begins to distort, then drop the level one or two percentages.

8. Follow this procedure for all channels to achieve a good balance of sound from the most used listening position in the zone.

9. Enable or Disable ACE for all applicable channels. See "ACE Menu" on page 10

Note: High volume levels can cause clipping and distortion. This can damage the loudspeaker's components and cause the amplifier to go into protection mode. The protection circuits will reset when the output signal conditions have returned to normal. Overdriving the amplifier can damage the amplifier and void the manufacturer's warranty.

Input Select Menu

The INPUT SELECT menu will allow any or all of the D12's channels to be configured among six options:

This example is with Channel 1 selected.

Channel 1 Selected

• Input 1 Direct: This is the default, Channel's audio is taken from audio input 1

• Input 1 + 2 Mono Direct: Channel's audio is the sum of audio input 1 and 2 (Mono)

• Input 1 Bus A: Channel's audio is taken from audio input 1 which is Bus A

• Input 1 + 2 Mono Bus A: Channel's audio is the sum of audio input 1 and 2 (Mono) which is Bus A

• Input 7 Bus B: Channel's audio is taken from audio input 7 which is Bus B

• Input 7 + 8 Mono Bus B: Channel's audio is the sum of audio input 7 and 8 (Mono) which is Bus B

Notice that Input 1 Direct is audio input 1 which is the same as Input 1 Bus A. Also notice that Input 1 + 2 Mono Direct is audio input 1 and 2 summed which is the same as Input 1 + 2 Mono Bus A. This is because the selected channel is channel 1. To help clarify this, see the next example with channel 5 selected.

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This example is with Channel 5 selected.

Channel 5 Selected

• Input 5 Direct: Default, Channel's audio is taken from audio input 5

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• Input 5 + 6 Mono Direct: Channel's audio is the sum of audio input 5 and 6 (Mono)

• Input 1 Bus A: Channel's audio is taken from audio input 1 which is Bus A

• Input 1 + 2 Mono Bus A: Channel's audio is the sum of audio input 1 and 2 (Mono) which is Bus A

• Input 7 Bus B: Channel's audio is taken from audio input 7 which is Bus B

• Input 7 + 8 Mono Bus B: Channel's audio is the sum of audio input 7 and 8 (Mono) which is Bus B

This example is with Channel ALL EVEN and Channel ALL ODD selected. Instead of a single channel's audio being affected like the previous examples demonstrated, all 12 channels are being affected.

• All of the Odd channels (1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11) are taken from Audio Input 1 which is Bus A and All of the Even channels (2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12) are taken from audio input 2 which is Bus A

All Channel Selected

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• Input 1 + 2 Mono Bus A: All channel's audio is the sum of audio input 1 and 2 (Mono) which is Bus A

• Input Direct: Audio Input 1 is routed to channel 1, Audio Input 2 is routed to channel 2, etc...Audio Input 12 is routed to channel 12.

• Direct Mono: Audio Input 1 + 2 summed (Mono) is routed to channels 1 and 2, Audio Input 3 + 4 summed (Mono) is routed to channels 3 and 4 etc... Audio Input 11 + 12 summed (Mono) is routed to channels 11 and 12,

Press the Channel button to change the channel. Press UP and DOWN buttons to change the option. Press the MENU button to cycle to the next menu.

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Channel Lock Menu

This menu allows any or all channels to be locked or unlocked after initial set-up selections have been determined.

When locked, channel settings can not be altered even by IR Commands in ELAN mode.

IndIvidual channels 1 - 12 options are LOCKED or UNLOCKED.

All channel optons are MIXED, LOCKED, or UNLOCKED. MIXED means that some channels are locked and some channels are not locked.

Press the Channel button to change the channel. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to LOCK or UNLOCK the selected channel. Press the MENU button to cycle to the next menu.

ACE Menu

When ACE (Automatic Clipping Eliminator) is set to ON, the amplified output is continuously monitored for signal clipping. Extremely fast transients are ignored but if it sees a consistent clipping trend, it turns the respective channel down by one increment. This action is repeated until no more clipping is detected for five seconds. After 5 seconds it gradually increases the gain of the channel back to its last setting.

ACE will be displayed on the Volume screen. See "Volume Menu" on page 6.

IndIvidual channels 1 - 12 options are ON or OFF.

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All channel optons are MIXED, ON or OFF. MIXED means that some channels are ON and some channels are OFF.

Channel ACE Menu

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Press the Channel button to change the channel. Press UP and DOWN buttons to turn the ACE ON or OFF. Press the MENU button to cycle to the next menu.

Power Saving Menu

This menu is only visible when the Utility's Power Saving Mode menu is set to Per Channel.

See "Power Saving Mode" on page 15.

Press the Channel button to change the channel. Press UP and DOWN buttons to change the Music Sense ON or Off. Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

Power Saving

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Output View Menu

This menu selection displays four bar graphs which correspond to the current Output Channel Levels.

A clipping indicator is located in the bottom left of the screen. Any channels that are currently clipping will be dispalyed.

Output View Menu

Press the Channel button to change the channel by one. Press the UP and DOWN buttons to change the channel by four. Press the MENU button to cycle to the next menu.

Utility Menu

The D12 features a Utility sub-menu that is designed to provide easy access to D12 operational functions.

Whenever the LCD times out, the Utility menu resets to display the Operating Mode screen first. However, if you navigate to the LCD Brightness screen in the Utility menu by pressing Channel button and then navigate through the Main menu by pressing Menu button without an LCD timeout, the first Utility screen displayed will be LCD Brightness.

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Operating Mode

Places the D12 in either Normal Mode or ELAN Mode�

Utility Menu-Operating Mode

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Press UP and DOWN buttons to select Normal Mode or ELAN Mode. Press the Channel button to cycle to the next Utility menu. Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

LCD Contrast

This menu adjust the Contast of the front panel graphical LCD.

Press UP and DOWN buttons to change the Contrast. Press the Channel button to cycle to the next Utility menu. Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

LCD Contrast Menu

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LCD Brightness

This menu adjust the Brightness of the front panel graphical LCD.

LCD Brightness Menu

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Press UP and DOWN buttons to change the LCD BRIGHTNESS. Press the Channel button to cycle to the next Utility menu. Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

LCD Sleep Timer

This menu setting determines the amount of time that the front panel graphical LCD display and backlight are active after a front panel button press.

The factory default setting is 1 minute.

Press UP and DOWN buttons to change the LCD SLEEP TIMER. Press the Channel button to cycle to the next Utility menu. Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

LCD Sleep Timer Menu

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Power Saving Mode

The Power Saving mode uses Music Sense detection to determine if audio signals are present. If signals are not present, the enabled amplifier channels power OFF. When a source signal is detected the channels power ON.

The factory default is ALL ENABLED.

When ALL ENABLED is selected, any channel will shut itself off after 5 minutes when it no longer detects audio.

ALL ENABLED examples:

• If a zone is turned off on an ELAN's system controller and the system controller's triggers are not connected, the D12's channels will turn off after 5 minutes of not detecting audio.

• If a zone is muted on the ELAN's system controller, the D12's channels will turn off after 5 minutes of not detecting audio.

When the PER Channel setting is selected, a hidden MAIN menu appears called POWER SAVING MENU. This allows Music Sense to be selected for EACH channel or ALL channels.

See "Power Saving Menu" on page 11.

PER Channel examples:

• The D12 may drop out in ALL ENABLED mode if the audio being sent to it is at a soft level (15%). This level may be audible to the human ear but the D12 thinks it is noise. Since the D12 thinks it is noise, the channel is turned off after 5 minutes. To prevent the channel from dropping out, place the POWER SAVING MODE in

PER Channel. Then go to POWER SAVING Menu and set the channel to Music Sense OFF. With Music Sense Off, the D12 will only turn off the channel with Trigger inputs.

See "Triggers" on page 28.

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Power Saving Mode Menus

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Firmware Version

This menu displays the current Firmware Version presently downloaded to the D12 chassis.

Firmware Version Menu

Press the Channel button to cycle to the next Utility menu. Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

Diagnostics Menu

The Diagnostics menu provides easy access to current D12 system status. Diagnostics information displayed on the D12’s front panel include the number of times the unit has suffered fault conditions (F) and high temperatures (T) for each channel. A Fault (F) problem will occur when a channel is shorted or the impedance drops below 4 ohms. A Temperature (T) problem will occur when the temperature rises above 125C.

Press UP and DOWN buttons to change to other channels. Press the Channel button to cycle to the next Utility menu. Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

Diagnostics Menu

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Ambient Temperature

This menu displays the current AMBIENT TEMPERATURE of the D12 chassis as well as minimum and maximum temperatures that are logged in memory.

Ambient Temperature Menu

Press UP and DOWN buttons to change from Celsius to Fahrenheit. Press the Channel button to cycle to the next Utility menu. Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

Save Dealer Defaults

A 4 digit PIN code may be used to save all Dealer Default settings. This PIN is set to 3526 and can not be changed.

To save the current settings:

Press UP and DOWN buttons to change the digits to 3526. Press the Channel button to cycle to the next digit. To advance to the next menu, press the Channel button repeatedly.

Save Defaults/PIN Menu

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Pressing the Channel button on the fourth digit when 3526 was added will display:

Save Dealer Defaults Save/No Save

Press UP and DOWN buttons to select SAVE or NO SAVE. Press the Channel button to commit the selection and cycle to the next Utility menu. Press the Menu button to commit the selection and cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

Pressing the Channel button on the fourth digit when 3526 was NOT entered:

Press UP and DOWN buttons to select SAVE or NO SAVE.

Press the Channel button when NO SAVE is the selection will cycle to the next Utility menu.

Press the Channel button when SAVE is the selection will display the following for two seconds and then hightlight the first digit so the correct pin can be entered:

Press the Menu button to CANCEL and cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

Saving Dealer PIN: Retry

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Restore Defaults

This menu allows the restoration of amplifier settings. The options are DO NOT RESTORE, FACTORY, and DEALER.

Restore Defaults Menu

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Press UP and DOWN buttons to change Options. Press the Channel button to display Cancel and Save.

Restore Defaults Menu Cancel/Restore

Press UP and DOWN buttons to select CANCEL or Restore.

Press the Channel button to commit the selection.

If Restore is selected the D12 will immediately restore the selected defaults.

Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

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ELAN Mode

The ELAN mode menu items are the same except for the following additional menu items that are after Output View:

Absolute Max Volume, Min Turn On Volume, and Max Turn On Volume.

Amplifier Status, Volume, Input Select, Lock, Limiter, Power Saving, Output View, Absolute Max Volume, Min Turn On Volume, and Max Turn On Volume and Utility

The Utility mode menu items are the same except for the following additional menu items that are after Operating

Mode:

VIA!NET Address and Channel Range.

Operating Mode, VIA!NET Address, Channel Range, LCD Contrast, LCD Brightness, LCD Sleep Timer, Power Saving Mode, Firmware Version, Diagnostics, Ambient Temperature, Save Dealer Defaults, and Restore Defaults.

Absolute Max Volume Menu

This will not allow channel gain adjustments for individual channels or All channels to be set higher than this setting. Channel gain adjustments are performed by following the Volume menu steps or by using IR Commands.

See "Volume Menu" on page 6.

Press the Channel button to change the channel. Press UP and DOWN buttons to select the Absolute Max Volume. Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

Absolute Max Volume Menu

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Minimum Turn-On Volume Menu

This will allow an individual channel or All channels to turn on to a specific or predetermined volume level if the volume level prior to turning the channel off is lower than this settings.

Channels can be turned off or on by IR Commands, from a Trigger Input or by turning the Power Switch OFF.

Min Turn-On Volume Menu

Press the Channel button to change the channel. Press UP and DOWN buttons to select the Minimum Turn-On Volume. Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

Maximum Turn-On Volume Menu

This will allow an individual channel or All channels to turn on to a specic volume level if the volume level prior to turning the channel off is higher than this settings.

Channels can be turned off by IR Commands, from a Trigger Input or by turning the Power Switch OFF.

Press the Channel button to change the channel. Press UP and DOWN buttons to select the Maximum Turn-On Volume.

Max Turn-On Volume Menu

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Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

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VIA!NET Address

This menu sets the VIA!NET Address for the amplifier chassis as 1 of 16 possible addresses. The default setting is 0. The options are 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, A, B, C, D, E, and F providing a total of 16 chassis. The amplifier will need to be set to an I.D. that is not already being used by another 'D Series' amplifier.

VIA!NET Address Menu

Press UP and DOWN buttons to select the VIA!NET ADDRESS. Press the Channel button to cycle to the next Utility menu. Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

Channel Range

This menu sets the IR codes to be processed based on the channel numbers selected. The default range is 1-12. 16 chassis can be used for a total of 192 channels. D12s can have the same channel range settings if you want the D12s to respond to the same IR Commands.

Channel Range Menu

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Press UP and DOWN buttons to select the Channel Range. Press the Channel button to cycle to the next Utility menu. Press the Menu button to cycle to the beginning of the Main menu.

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Fault Menu (For both Normal and ELAN Modes)

If a fault condition should occur, such as a shorted speaker wire or an overheating issue, the FAULT menu will appear on the LCD. This message screen will remain in place until the fault condition has been attended to and the amplifier has been reset or repaired.

Press the UP or DOWN buttons to reset the amplifier, if the amplifier doesn't reset, contact your dealer.

Fault Menu

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Connections

The D12 has many rear panel connections so it is important to label cables with their destination or source correctly.

Use high quality line level RCA connector type cables for source connections to ensure the lowest possible noise and best sound performance.

For most applications, use 16AWG 2 conductor speaker cable. For wiring runs longer than 80 ft., it is recommended to use 14AWG 2 conductor speaker cable. The D12's high quality, gold plated 5-way binding post will accommodate speaker cabling sizes up to 12AWG. Attaching banana plugs will enable the connection of larger cable sizes.

A 3.5mm mono interconnect cable may be used for amplifier and systems triggering.

Line Level Audio Inputs

Connect line level input audio by inserting RCA cable into the audio input connectors.

D12

BUS

A

BUS

B

IN

1

2

IN

7

OUT

IN

3

4

IN

9

OUT

5

6

11

IN

OUT

RCA PATCH CABLES

8

10

12

Line Level Direct Inputs

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OUT

IN

5

6

11

12

IN

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BUS Inputs

The D12 BUS Inputs A and B enables custom configuration of listening areas. Large or irregular shaped rooms may be configured for both mono and stereo as coverage is needed. Hallways, passageways, bathrooms and laundry rooms are the most popular areas that can benefit from a mono BUS application. BUS Input application examples are shown in the System Design section of this manual.

BUS Outputs

D12

RCA PATCH

CABLES

BUS

A

BUS

B

IN

1

2

IN

7

8

BUS Inputs

OUT

3

4

9

10

IN

OUT

IN

5

6

IN

11

12

BUS audio outputs enable connection of additional amplifiers to allow further system expansion. The audio IN audio input 1 is buffered and routed out the audio output 1 OUT connector, input 2 to output 2 and so forth.

OUT

D12

IN

1

BUS

A

2

RCA PATCH CABLES

BUS

B

BUS Outputs

IN

7

8

OUT

3

4

9

10

IN

OUT

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Speaker Binding Post

The D12 is equipped with gold plated, 5-way speaker binding post. This will allow for five methods of speaker wire termination; bare wire, spade lug, pin, single banana and dual banana plug. Label all speaker wires with their destination to ensure easy configuration. To attach speaker wires use the following method:

1. Carefully split the speaker wire insulation at least two inches.

2. Strip 1/2 inch of the insulation from the speaker wire conductor exposing the bare wire.

3.Twist the wire strands of each conductor, if using banana plugs, attach wire to banana plug observing polarity.

4. If using banana plug; insert plug ends into binding post observing correct polarity. If using the bare wire method; loosen red and black binding post caps and insert the bare wire through the hole in the post. Tighten the knob until the wire is securely clamped.

CAUTION! Speaker Wire connections must be made with the amplifier OFF!

Banana Plugs

D12 Amplifier Binding Post

Speaker Wire

+

1

_

WARNING: Do not allow any strands of the bare speaker wire to touch the Amplifier Chassis or another Connector.

+

2

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Speaker Binding Post

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S66A Zone Trigger Outputs to D12 Zone Trigger Inputs

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Triggers

+12V Trigger Inputs

A 3.5mm mono interconnect cable is used for the +12V Trigger Input connection. Each channel pair 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 78, 9/10, and 11/12 have dedicated triggers. Trigger 1 assigned to channel pair 1/2, trigger 2 assigned to channel pair 3/4 and so forth.

When the trigger is active the channel pairs turn on.

When the trigger is not active the channel pairs turn off.

If no cables are used, the triggers will be turned on by default.

(Zones 1 & 3 Shown)

3.5mm mono interconnect

cable

D12

S66A

3.5mm mono

interconnect cable

7/8

9/10

11/12

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ALL ON Trigger Input

A 3.5mm mono interconnect cable is used for the ALL ON Trigger Input connection. This Turn-On Trigger activates ALL channels.

When the trigger is active all channels turn on.

When the trigger is not active all channels turn off.

System Trigger Output to D12 All On Input

3.5mm mono interconnect

cable

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

S66A

ALL ON Trigger Connection

D12

+12VDC Trigger Out

A 3.5mm mono interconnect cable +12VDC Output Trigger is located below the ALL ON Trigger. This allows daisy chained amplifiers to turn on and off.

This voltage is provided when any of the top or first amplifier channel(s) is active or "ON". When all amplifier channels are "OFF", the +12VDC trigger signal is removed or "OFF"

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3.5mm Interconnect Cable

Output Trigger Connection

IR LOOP INPUT/OUTPUT Connections

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ALL ON

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

ALL ON

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

The 3.5mm mono IR Loop is located beside the ALL ON trigger. This loop allows IR commands to be sent to each D12 amplifier that is connected. Before the amplifier will respond to IR Commands, the D12 amplifier must be set to

ELAN Mode.

See "Operating Mode" on page 13.

IR Loop Connection

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VIA!NET LOOP INPUT/OUTPUT Connections

An RJ-45 VIA!NET Data Bus Loop is provided for feedback and amplifier status. Before the amplifier will provide feedback, the D12 amplifier must be set to ELAN Mode with unique VIA!NET addresses for each "D series Amplifier."

See "Operating Mode" on page 13.

D12 #1

IN

VIA!NET

Standard ELAN RJ-45 Pin-Out

PIN # COLOR CODE

BLUE

1

WHITE/BLUE

2

ORANGE

3

WHITE/ORANGE

4

GREEN

5

WHITE/GREEN

6

BROWN

7

WHITE/BROWN

8

CABLE

RJ-45 CABLES

OUT

TAB

FRONT

IN

VIA!NET

OUT

D12 #2

VIA!NET Data Loop

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USB Connector

Used to update and configure the D12 firmware.

Note: A Standard USB-A to USB-Mini-B cable must be utilized for firmware updates and is not included with the D12.

USB Connection

AC Power Connector

A removable IEC compatible AC Power cord is included for connecting the AC Power Connector to 120VAC power.

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D12

O

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B

+

8

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8

7

OUT

OUTIN

6

5

IN

12

11

OUT

IN

9

10

VIA!NET

IR

7/8

5/6

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

SPREAKER OUTPUTS (CLASS 2 WIRING) 7 5 W/CH @ 8 ohms

IN

OUT

IR

OUTPUT

INPUT

11/12

9/10

3/41/2

ALL

ON

+12V TRIGGER INPUTS

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BUS

A

IN OUT

4

1

3

OUTIN

2

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2

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1

+

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7

OUT

+

3

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6

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_

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12

5

11

USB

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Applications

Stereo Input with Stereo Output

Standard application

Prerequisites:

Factory defaulted Normal mode

See "Restore Defaults" on page 20 "Operating Mode" on page 13.

This example displays a basic stereo setup. Stereo from a source device is connected to audio inputs 1 and 2. Audio input 1 is routed to channel 1 and audio input 2 is routed to channel 2.

Volume is adjusted by the ELAN System Controller or by the other Audio Device.

Stereo Input

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ELAN Special Application

Prerequisites:

Factory defaulted ELAN mode

Channel Range

Set to 1 to 12

See: "Restore Defaults" on page 20 "Operating Mode" on page 13 "Channel Range" on page 23

With the same wiring as before you can control the D12's volume output directly.

Instead of sending ELAN zone volume commands to the ELAN System Controller, send D12's Channel 1 Volume

Up/Down or Channel 2 Volume Up/Down IR Commands to the D12.

ELAN Special Application

Prerequisites:

Factory defaulted ELAN mode

Channel Range:

Set to 13 to 24

VIA!NET Address:

Set to 0 on first Chassis and set to 1 on second chassis

See: "Restore Defaults" on page 20 "Operating Mode" on page 13 "Channel Range" on page 23

"VIA!NET Address" on page 23

With the same wiring as before you can control the D12's volume output directly.

Instead of sending ELAN zone volume commands to the ELAN System Controller, send D12's Channel 13 Volume Up/Down or Channel 14 Volume Up/Down IR Commands to the D12.

Since Channel Range is set to 13 - 24, you must control the channel's volume using different commands. When a D12 is set to 13 to 24, the D12 is the second chassis in a two D12 chassis system.

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Multiple Stereo Inputs

This shows different audio into each audio input. With Channel Range set to Channel All Direct, Audio Input 1 is routed to Channel 1, Audio Input 2 is routed to Channel 2, etc...and Audio Input 12 is routed to Channel

12.

Prerequisites:

Factory defaulted Normal or ELAN mode

Channel Range

Set to 1 to 12

Input Select Menu:

Channel Direct

See: "Restore Defaults" on page 20

"Operating Mode" on page 13 "Input Select Menu" on page 8

Connected to Channels 1 - 6

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1

+

_

+

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2

SPREAKER OUTPUTS (CLASS 2 WIRING) 75 W/C H @ 8 ohms

+

8

7

OUTIN

BUS

6

1

A

2

OUT

IN

7

B

8

IN

OUT

VIA!NET

6

3

BUS

4

9

BUS

10

6

INPUT

OUTPUT

IN OUT

IR

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

BUS

ALL

ON

+12V TRIGGER INPUTS

3

+

_

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_

4

+

109

5

+

_

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6

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USB

OUTIN

5

6

OUT

IN

11

BUS

12

6

3/41/2

9/10

7/8

6

5/6

11/12

OUT

IN

Multiple Stereo Inputs

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Single Stereo Input with Stereo and Mono Output

ELAN Legacy Standard application

This is how you would have set up ELAN's previous amplifiers. This is NOT how ELAN recommends utilizing the D12. This is being shown to demonstrate the difference in legacy amplifiers and the D12. See "ELAN Special Application" on page 37 to see how the D12 should be used for this application.

Prerequisites:

Factory defaulted Normal or ELAN mode

See: "Restore Defaults" on page 20 "Operating Mode" on page 13

This example displays a basic stereo/mono setup. Stereo from a source device is connected to audio inputs 1 and

2. Audio Inputs 1 and 2 buffered loop outputs are then summed using a Y cable (Mono) and connected to audio input 3.

Audio input 1 is routed to channel 1, audio input 2 is routed to channel 2 and audio input 3 is routed to channel 3.

Volume is adjusted by the ELAN System Controller or by the other Audio Device. Increasing or decreasing the volume increases stereo channels 1 and 2 and mono channel 3.

ELAN System Controller or Audio Device

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1

2

SPREAKER OUTPUTS (CLASS 2 WIRING) 7 5 W/CH @ 8 ohms

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7

8

3

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+

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4

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5

6

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+

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11

+

BUS

A

_

BUS

B

+

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IN

12

OUT

USB

1

2

7

8

VIA!NET

OUTIN

OUT

IN

3

4

9

10

INPUT

OUTPUT

IN

IN OUT

ALL

IR

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

11

12

ON

7/8

+12V TRIGGER INPUTS

OUTIN

5

6

OUT

IN

OUT

3/41/2

5/6

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ELAN Special Application

Prerequisites:

Factory defaulted Normal or ELAN mode

Input Select Menu:

Channel 3 with Input set to 1 + 2 Mono Bus A

See: "Restore Defaults" on page 20

"Operating Mode" on page 13 "Input Select Menu" on page 8

With the Input Select Menu set to the above settings, the D12 sums audio input 1 and 2 (Mono) and routes it to channel 3. The Y cable used in the previous example is not needed.

Volume is adjusted by the ELAN System Controller or by the other Audio Device. Increasing or decreasing the volume increases stereo channels 1 and 2 and mono channel 3.

ELAN System Controller or Audio Device

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BUS

A

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BUS

B

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IN

12

OUT

USB

1

2

IN

7

8

VIA!NET

OUTIN

OUT

Stereo/Mono Using D12 Settings

3

4

9

10

INPUT

OUTPUT

IN

IN OUT

ALL

IR

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

OUT

11

12

ON

7/8

+12V TRIGGER INPUTS

OUTIN

5

6

OUT

IN

OUT

3/41/2

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Single Stereo Input with Stereo out on Channels 1 - 8

ELAN Legacy Standard application

This is how you would have set up ELAN's previous amplifiers. This is NOT how ELAN recommends utilizing the D12. This is being shown to demonstrate the difference in legacy amplifiers and the D12. See "ELAN Special Application" on page 39 to see how the D12 should be used for this application.

Prerequisites:

Factory defaulted Normal or ELAN mode

See: "Restore Defaults" on page 20 "Operating Mode" on page 13

This example displays a basic stereo setup. Stereo from a source device is connected to audio inputs 1 and 2. Audio Inputs 1 and 2 buffered loop outputs are then connected to audio input 3 and 4. Audio Inputs 3 and 4 buffered loop outputs are then connected to audio inputs 5 and 6. Audio Inputs 5 and 6 buffered loop outputs are then connected to audio inputs 7 and 8.

Audio input 1 is routed to channel 1, audio input 2 is routed to channel 2, audio input 3 is routed to channel 3, audio input 4 is routed to channel 4, audio input 5 is routed to channel 5, audio input 6 is routed to channel 6, audio input 7 is routed to channel 7, and audio input 8 is routed to channel 8.

Volume is adjusted by the ELAN System Controller or by the other Audio Device. Increasing or decreasing the volume increases stereo channels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

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D12

O

I

BUS

B

+

8

_

+

8

7

OUT

OUTIN

6

5

IN

12

11

OUT

IN

9

10

VIA!NET

IR

7/8

5/6

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

SPREAKER OUTPUTS (CLASS 2 WIRING) 75 W/CH @ 8 ohms

IN

OUT

IR

OUTPUT

INPUT

11/12

9/10

3/41/2

ALL

ON

+12V TRIGGER INPUTS

Model D12

Digital Power Amplifier

BUS

A

IN OUT

4

1

3

OUTIN

2

+

_

2

+

_

1

+

POWER

_

7

OUT

+

3

+

_

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4

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_

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6

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_

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12

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USB

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ELAN Special Application

Prerequisites:

Factory defaulted: ELAN or Normal mode

Input Select Menu:

Channel 1 with Input set to 1 Bus A Channel 2 with Input set to 2 Bus A Channel 3 with Input set to 1 Bus A Channel 4 with Input set to 2 Bus A Channel 5 with Input set to 1 Bus A Channel 6 with Input set to 2 Bus A Channel 7 with Input set to 1 Bus A Channel 8 with Input set to 2 Bus A

See: "Restore Defaults" on page 20

"Operating Mode" on page 13 "Channel Range" on page 23 "Input Select Menu" on page 8

Stereo Bus A Using RCA Cables

The RCA jumpers from audio outputs 1 and 2 to audio inputs 3 and 4 and audio outputs 3 and 4 to audio inputs 5 and 6, and audio outputs 5 and 6 to audio inputs 7 and 8 are removed; the routing is performed in the D12.

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Volume is adjusted by the ELAN System Controller or by the other Audio Device. Increasing or decreasing the volume increases stereo channels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

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5

6

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BUS

A

_

BUS

B

+

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IN

12

OUT

USB

1

2

7

8

VIA!NET

OUTIN

OUT

IN

3

4

9

10

INPUT

OUTPUT

IN

IN OUT

ALL

IR

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

OUT

ON

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OUTIN

5

6

OUT

IN

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Stand-Alone Stereo Bussing with Multiple Chassis

Prerequisites First D12 Chassis

Factory defaulted ELAN mode

Channel Range:

Set to 1 to 12

VIA!NET Address:

Set to 0

Input Select Menu:

Channel All ODD with Input set to 1 Bus A Channel All Even with Input set to 2 Bus A

See: "Restore Defaults" on page 20

"Operating Mode" on page 13 "Channel Range" on page 23 "VIA!NET Address" on page 23

"Input Select Menu" on page 8

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Prerequisites Second D12 Chassis

Factory defaulted. ELAN mode

Channel Range:

Set to 13 to 24

VIA!NET Address:

Set to 1

Input Select Menu:

Channel All ODD with Input set to 1 Bus A Channel All Even with Input set to 2 Bus A

See: "Restore Defaults" on page 20

"Operating Mode" on page 13 "Channel Range" on page 23 "VIA!NET Address" on page 23

"Input Select Menu" on page 8

This example shows the preamp output of an A/V Receiver being distributed in a wide-area application, such as a great room. Speakers for both chassis are stereo for up to 12 pairs of speakers.

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Connected to Channels 1 - 6

D12 #1

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A/V Receiver

L R

Pre-Outs

120V 60 Hz

T12.5 AL

REPLACE WITH

SAME TYPE AND

RATING ONLY.

POWER

1440W

I

O

1

2

+

_

SPREAKER OUTPUTS (CLASS 2 WIRING) 75 W/CH @ 8 ohms

+

_

7

8

Model D12

Digital Power Amplifier

D12 #2

POWER

120V 60 Hz

1440W

T12.5 AL

REPLACE WITH SAME TYPE AND

RATING ONLY.

+

_

+

_

I

O

3

4

+

_

+

_

109

1

2

+

_

SPREAKER OUTPUTS (CLASS 2 WIRING) 75 W/CH @ 8 ohms

+

_

8

7

Model D12

Digital Power Amplifier

3

4

9

10

INPUT

OUTPUT

+

_

+

_

USB

IN

IN OUT

IR

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

BUS

A

BUS

B

IN

OUT

ALL

ON

+12V TRIGGER INPUTS

1

2

IN

7

8

VIA!NET

OUTIN

5

6

OUT

IN

11

12

5/6

3/41/2

7/8

9/10

11/12

OUT

IN

OUTIN

3

4

OUT

IN OUT

9

10

INPUT

ALL

ON

IR

+12VDC

OUTPUT

TRIGGER OUT

+12V TRIGGER INPUTS

OUTIN

5

6

OUT

IN

OUT

11

12

3/41/2

5/6

9/10

7/8

11/12

5

+

_

+

_

+

_

+

_

6

+

BUS

_

+

BUS

+

_

12

11

3

+

_

+

_

OUT

USB

4

+

_

+

_

109

OUTIN

1

A

2

OUT

IN

7

B

8

IN

VIA!NET

5

6

+

_

+

_

12

11

Multi-Channel Stereo Bussing D12 Settings

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Multi-Room Stereo Zones

Prerequisites

Factory defaulted

The D12 is designed to easily power up to six independent stereo zones with any ELAN multi-room controller. This is the standard configuration for most multi-zone audio distribution systems. Each pair of speakers will have independent line-level volume control.

S128P

ZONE OUTPUTS

D12

POWER

120V 60 Hz

T12.5 AL

REPLACE WITH

SAME TYPE AND

RATING ONLY.

1440W

I

O

1

+

_

+

_

Model D12

Digital Power Amplifier

2

SPREAKER OUTPUTS (CLASS 2 WIRING) 75 W/C H @ 8 ohms

+

8

7

3

4

9

10

INPUT

OUTPUT

IN

IN OUT

IR

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

OUT

ALL

ON

+12V TRIGGER INPUTS

OUTIN

5

6

OUT

IN

11

12

5/6

3/41/2

7/8

9/10

11/12

IN

1

2

7

8

VIA!NET

OUTIN

OUT

IN

3

+

_

+

_

4

+

109

5

+

_

+

_

6

+

BUS

A

_

BUS

+

11

B

+

_

12

OUT

USB

Multi-Room Stereo Zones

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S128P Sub-Zones

ELAN Legacy Standard application

Prerequisites:

Factory defaulted Normal mode

See: "Restore Defaults" on page 20 "Operating Mode" on page 13

ELAN's S128P Multi-Room Controller has fixed preamp outputs for the addition of sub-zones. The sub zones can be amplified using rotary or electronic volume controls.

The S128P increases or decreases the volume level for channels 1 and 2.

The volume control increases or decreases the volume level for channels 3 and 4.

Note: Use 100W rated volume controls only! Use of lower rated volume controls can result in severe damage�

D12

POWER

120V 60 Hz

T12.5 AL

REPLACE WITH

SAME TYPE AND

RATING ONLY.

1440W

I

O

1

2

+

_

+

_

7

Model D12

Digital Power Amplifier

+

_

SPREAKER OUTPUTS (CLASS 2 WIRING) 75 W /CH @ 8 ohms

+

_

8

S128P

ZONE 1 OUTPUTS

OUT

3

4

+

_

+

_

109

5

6

+

_

+

_

11

+

BUS

A

_

BUS

B

+

_

IN

12

OUT

USB

1

2

7

8

VIA!NET

OUTIN

OUT

IN

VOLUME CONTROL

3

4

9

10

INPUT

OUTPUT

IN

IN OUT

IR

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

ALL

ON

7/8

+12V TRIGGER INPUTS

OUTIN

5

6

OUT

IN

11

12

3/41/2

5/6

9/10

11/12

ZONE 1

ZONE 1 SUB-ZONE

S128P Sub-Zones

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ELAN special application

Prerequisites:

Factory defaulted ELAN mode

Channel Range:

Set to 1 to 12

Input Select Menu:

Channel 1 with Input set to 1 Bus A Channel 2 with Input set to 2 Bus A Channel 3 with Input set to 1 Bus A Channel 4 with Input set to 2 Bus A

See: "Restore Defaults" on page 20

"Operating Mode" on page 13 "Channel Range" on page 23

"Input Select Menu" on page 8

Instead of using volume controls to have independent control of the volume in a zone and sub zone, control the channels of the D12 using IR Commands. Route the FIX out of the S128P to audio input 1 and audio input 2 (Bus A).

The S128P increases or decreases the volume level for channels 1 and 2 Main Zone.

To control the Sub Zone speakers that are connected to channel 3 and 4, send D12's IR Commands Channel 3 Volume Up, Channel 3 Volume Down, Channel 4 Volume Up and/or Channel 4 Volume Down to the D12. These commands can be programmed on a different ELAN control located in the Sub Zone or from the same control located in the Main Zone.

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S128P

D12

1

POWER

120V 60 Hz

T12.5 AL

REPLACE WITH

SAME TYPE AND

RATING ONLY.

1440W

I

+

O

_

+

_

Model D12

Digital Power Amplifier

2

SPREAKER OUTPUTS (CLASS 2 WIRING) 7 5 W/CH @ 8 ohms

+

8

7

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ZONE 1 OUTPUTS

OUT

3

4

+

_

+

_

+

_

109

5

6

+

_

+

_

+

_

11

+

BUS

A

_

BUS

B

+

_

IN

12

OUT

USB

1

2

7

8

VIA!NET

OUTIN

OUT

IN

3

4

9

10

INPUT

OUTPUT

IN

IN OUT

ALL

IR

+12VDC TRIGGER OUT

11

12

ON

7/8

+12V TRIGGER INPUTS

OUTIN

5

6

OUT

IN

3/41/2

5/6

9/10

11/12

ZONE 1

ZONE 1 SUB-ZONE

Sub-Zone wtih D12 Control

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Troubleshooting

General

Symptom Possible Cause Solution

Amplifier Will Not Power Up

1. Power switch is Off

1. Turn switch On. Switch is located on the back of unit.

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2. Circuit breaker tripped

2. Reset circuit breaker. The D12 draws 12A of AC current. Ensure that combined current draw of all devices on circuit does not exceed the circuit’s capacity.

Audio

Symptom Possible Cause Solution

No Audio on one or more chan-

nels

View "Diagnostics Menu" on

page 17.

1. Loose/bad speaker cable connection

2. Break/short in speaker cable

3. Speaker is defective

4. RCA patch cable defective

5. Source not sending audio

Cycle Power.

1. Check cable ends at binding posts and speaker terminals.

2. Check continuity of each speaker cable using multimeter. If short or open is indicated, check wiring for proper connections.

3. Swap with known good speaker.

4. Swap with known good patch cable.

5. Verify source is powered up and playing. Check any tape monitor settings on A/V Receiver.

Very Low or No Sound on Some or All Channels

6. Amplifier is overheating due to inadequate ventilation or prolonged operation at clipping levels.

1. Volume or gain set low.

2. Audio input cable is bad.

3. AVR is indicated, overheating issue.

6. (a) Turn the amplifier off and allow the internal circuits to cool.

(b) Ensure that the amplifier has proper ventilation. Add cooling fan if necessary.

(c) Lower the volume level controls for that channel pair.

1. Verify and correct volume/gain settings.

2. Check source equipment cables for damage and faulty connections and correct.

3. Verify speaker impedance and correct

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Symptom Possible Cause Solution

Audio “Hum” 1. Ground potential difference between

source components (ground loop)

1. (a) Test AC outlet using ground tester.

(b) Reverse the AC plug of components with non-polarized ends plugged into the same outlet strip as amp.

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Distorted Audio at Normal Volume Levels

Audio is Unclear, Bass Response Low

2. Faulty/damaged cables

3. Faulty wiring

1. Input gain set too high

2. Defective/incompatible speaker

3. Volume control miswired

4. Volume control Impedance Match settings incorrect

Speakers out of phase Verify that + of amplifier goes to +of speaker

2. Check source equipment cables for damage and faulty connections.

3. (a) Make sure volume controls are not hooked up backwards. (b) Check for shorts in wiring (see item 2 in “No audio…”).

1. Reduce gain to the channel in question.

2. (a) Check for physical damage to speaker.

(b) Ensure speakers have appropriate power rating for amplifier.

(c) Ensure speakers have at least 4 Ohm impedance. This amp is compatible with speakers with 8-4 Ohm impedance or greater.

3. Check for proper input/output connections at volume control. Input comes from amplifier, output goes to speakers.

4. Verify/correct Impedance Match settings.

and - of amplifier goes to - of speaker on ALL speaker leads.

Incorrect Source Playing on Speakers

Volume level/ Gain Cannot be Increased

First notes of door chime from C2 missing.

Signal to rear fill channels cut in and out.

1. Source connected to wrong input of amplifier

2. Speakers connected to incorrect speaker outputs

3. Incorrect input selected for channel

1. ACE Limiter engaged

2. "AVR" or Automatic Volume Reduction is engaged

Power Save enabled Use 12V Zone Triggers or disable Power Save.

See above See above

1. Verify/correct input connections.

2. Verify/correct speaker connections.

3. Verify input menu

1. Check Volume menu for ACE indication, if indicated check and verify procedures as listed in "Distorted Audio at Normal Volume Levels".

2. Check Volume menu for AVR indication, check Ambient Temperature menu for possible overheating. Check and verify proper ventilation. If well ventilated follow the steps for "Distorted Audio at Normal Volume Levels".

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IR Control

Symptom Possible Cause Solution

IR Icon does NOT flash when a button pressed.

1. IR controller not programmed.

2. IR signal path wiring bad.

Program IR controller.

Set D12 to ELAN mode Verify IR signal path wiring. Check keypads, IR sensors, IR distribution blocks, D12 IR Input jack, IR emitters, etc.

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No channel selected from IR controller. IR Icon DOES flash when button pressed.

Intermittent or no control from IR controller. IR Icon on LCD flickers or is lit constantly.

Incorrect channel and/or chassis selected.

1. Incorrect IR commands programmed (not D12 commands).

2. Chassis codeset incorrect.

IR flooding. Check IR receivers for ambient light or

Incorrect D12 IR commands programmed.

Verify/correct IR programming.

plasma TV flooding.

Verify/correct IR programming.

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Specifications

Audio Section

Output Power RMS 100WPC @ 4 Ohms, 75WPC @ 8 Ohms all channels driven

Frequency Response

Full Power Bandwidth

Signal to Noise

Channel Separation

Total Harmonic Distortion

Intermodulation Distortion

Input Impedance

Connectors

Input/Loop Output

Speaker Output

20Hz to 20kHz -3 dB at 8 Ohms

10Hz to 25kHz

> 102 dB (A weighted)

> -70dB (channel to channel @ 1kHz)

< .04%

< 0.1%

49k Ohms

RCA Stereo

Gold Plated 5 Way Binding Post

Power

AC Power Requirements

Current Draw

Standby Power saving Mode

Triggers

Remote Trigger Input

Loop Output trigger

Dimensions w/Feet (3U w/o Feet

In.

mm.

Weight

lbs.

kg.

Technical Support

If, after carefully following the steps in the Troubleshooting section, you are unable to resolve issues with the installation or operation of the D12 Digital Power Amplifier, please call ELAN Technical Support at 1-800-622-ELAN (3526).

120VAC, 1440W / 240VAC, 1440W

12A @ 120 VAC / 6A @ 240VAC

20W

5 to 24 Volts AC/DC

+12VDC @ 10 mA

17 W x 5 7/8 H x 17 D

432 W x 149 H x 432 D

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