Powersoft K2, K3, K6, K8, K10 User's Guide
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K Series
Top class amplification covering
any power needs in touring applications
K2, K3
K6, K8, K10, K20
and DSP + AESOP versions
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Table of contents
1. Important safety instructions iii
Importantes instructions de sécurité iv
Instrucciones de seguridad importantes v
Importanti istruzioni di sicurezza vi
2. Regulatory information vii
3. K Series 1
3 : 1.Welcome 1
3 : 2.Unpacking & checking for shipping damage 1
3 : 3.Disposal of the packing material 1
3 : 4.About the amplifier platform 1
3 : 4.1. More sound and less weight 1
3 : 4.2. The Show Always Goes On 1
4. Mechanical drawings 2
5. Front and rear panels 4
6. Installation 6
8. LEDs and display menu 11
8 : 1.LED chart 11
8 : 2.Front display 11
8 : 2.1. How to navigate the main menu 11
8 : 2.2. Me nu diag rams 12
9. Settings 15
9 : 1.Amplifier settings: Output attenuation 15
9 : 2.Amplifier settings: Input Gain/Sensitivity 15
9 : 3.Amplifier settings: Input select 15
9 : 4.Amplifier settings: Max output voltage 15
9 : 5.Amplifier settings: Max mains current 16
9 : 6.Amplifier settings: Clip limiter CH1/CH2 16
9 : 7.Amplifier settings: Gate CH1/CH2 16
9 : 8.Amplifier settings: Mute at power on 16
9 : 9.Amplifier settings: Idle mode 16
6 : 1.C ooling 6
6 : 2.Cleaning 6
6 : 3.AC mains supply 7
6 : 4.Precautions regarding installation 7
7. Connections 8
7 : 1.Signal grounding 8
7 : 2.Analog input 8
7 : 3.Analog line output 8
7 : 4.Digital Input 8
7 : 5.AESOP 9
7 : 6.Loudspeaker connections 9
7 : 6.1. B ridg e-ti ed load 9
7 : 6.2. In terna l signal path po larit y 10
7 : 7.V E xt 10
7 : 8.RS-485 connection 10
9 : 10.DSP Settings: Common settings 17
9 : 10.1. Source selec tion 17
9 : 10.2. AES 3 17
9 : 10.3. Cross limit 18
9 : 10.4. Sound sp eed (m/s) 18
9 : 11.DSP Settings: Channel settings 18
9 : 11.1. EQs 18
9 : 11. 2. L o- pas s/ Hi- pas s fil ter s 19
9 : 11. 3. Pol arit y 19
9 : 11. 4. Cha nnel Delay 19
9 : 11. 5. Ga in 19
9 : 11. 6. Limi ters 19
9 : 11.7. Damping Con tro l 22
9 : 12.DSP Settings: Channel setup 23
9 : 12.1. Auxiliary delay 23
9 : 12.2. Diagnos tic s 23
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9 : 13.DSP Settings: Input EQ 23
13. Setup 33
9 : 14.DSP Settings: Reset input section 23
9 : 15.DSP Settings: Reset output section 23
10. Network operations 24
10 : 1.Introduction to AESOP 24
10 : 1.1. Data s trea m 24
10 : 1.2. Audio 24
10 : 1.3. Ethernet int erna l swi tch 24
10 : 1.4. Forwarding and repeater modes 24
10 : 2.KAESOP repeater mode 25
10 : 3.KEASOP forward mode 26
10 : 3.1. For wa rd t o A ES 3- A 26
10 : 3.2. For ward to AES3 -B 26
10 : 3.3. Forwa rd to b oth 26
10 : 4.Network robustness 27
10 : 4.1. Daisy chain 27
10 : 4.2. Daisy chain with redundant AES3 27
10 : 4.3. Daisy chain with AES3 and Ethernet redundancy 28
10 : 4.4. Two degree redundant daisy chain 29
10 : 5.Network settings menu 30
11. Display 31
11 : 1.Display: Output meters 31
11 : 2 .Display: Temperature 31
11 : 3.Display: Mains meters 31
11 : 4.Display: Amplifier name 31
12. Local presets 32
12 : 1.Local preset: Locked presets 32
12 : 2.Local preset: Locked bank size 32
12 : 7.Setup: Hardware info 33
12 : 8.Setup: Hardware monitor 33
12 : 9.Set up; LCD contra st 33
12 : 10.Setup: Set the keylock code 33
12 : 11.Setup: Single channe muting 33
14. System and signal protections 34
13 : 1.Turn-On/ Turn-Off muting 34
13 : 2.Short circuit protec tion 34
13 : 3.Thermal protection 34
13 : 4.DC fault protection 34
13 : 5.Input/Output protection 34
15. SmartCard 35
15 : 1.Firmware update 35
15 : 2.Step-Up card 35
16. Software 36
16 : 1.Armonía Pro Audio Suite 36
16 : 1.1. Networ king 36
16 : 2.Third party soft ware 36
17. Warranty and assistance 37
17 : 1.Warranty 37
17 : 1.1. Product warranty 37
17 : 1.2. Return of Goods 37
17 : 1.3. Repair or repla cemen t 37
17 : 1.4. Cost and responsibility of transport 37
17 : 2.Assistance 37
18. Specifications 38
12 : 3.Local preset: Recall local preset 32
12 : 4.Local preset:Save local preset 32
12 : 4.1. Save to an empty slot 32
12 : 4.2. Overw riti ng an existing pre set 32
12 : 5.Local preset: Change lock code 32
12 : 6.Local preset: Erase all presets 32
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Important safety instructions
1
EXPLANATIONS OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS
The triangle with the lightning bolt is used to alert the
user to the risk of electric shock.
The triangle with the exclamation point is used to
alert the user to important operating or maintenance
instructions.
The CE-mark indicates the compliance with the low
voltage and electromagnetic compatibility.
Symbol for earth/ground connection.
Symbol indicating that the equipment is for indoor
use only.
Symbol for conformity with Directive 2002/96/EC
and Directive 2003/108/EC of the European
Parliament on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN ANY PART OF THE UNIT. NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS APPARATUS FROM THE
AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG
FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE.*
THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD MUST
REMAIN READILY ACCESSIBLE.**
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE,
DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUIDS. OBJECTS FILLED WITH
LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS
APPARATUS.
K6, K8, K10 AND K20 MUST BE INSTALLED IN RACK CABINETS:
INSTEAD OF CONNECTING THE AMPLIFIER TO THE POWER
GRID DIRECTLY, PLUG THE AMPLIFIER’S MAINS CONNECTIONS VIA A
SECTIONING BREAKER TO A POWER DISTRIBUTION PANEL INSIDE THE
RACK CA BINET.
WHEN THE UNIT IS INSTALLED IN A CABINET OR A SHELF,
MAKE SURE THAT IT HAS SUFFICIENT SPACE ON ALL SIDES TO
ALLOW FOR PROPER VENTILATION (50 CM FROM THE FRONT AND
REAR VENTILATION OPENINGS).
CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SHALL BE DONE ONLY BY A
ELECTROTECHNICAL SKILLED PERSON ACCORDING THE
NATIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE COUNTRIES WHERE THE UNIT IS SOLD.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICK SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This unit has
been engineered and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. But
IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR
FIRE HAZARD.
In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated into this product,
observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and service.
Please read these “Important Safeguards” carefully before use.
Important safety instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this equipment near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingtype plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by
the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
Numbers 9 and 13 apply only to K2 and K3.
* K6, K8, K10 and K20: interrupt the mains by switching the sectioning
breaker off.
** Valid for K2 and K3 model only; with K6, K8, K10 and K20 a free leads
power cord (i.e. without plug) is provided: this solution is intended for connecting the device to a sectioning breaker on the mains. Refer to the installation instruction for selecting the proper sectioning breaker.
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Importantes instructions
de sécurité
AVIS
RISQUES D’ÉLECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR
EXPLICATION DES SYMBOLES GRAPHIQUES
La triangle avec le symbol du foudre est employée
pour alerter l’utilisateur au risque de décharge électrique.
Le triangle avec un point d’exclamation est employée
pour alerter l’utilisateur d’instruction importantes
pour lors opérations de maintenance.
Le marquage CE indique la conformité à la directive de
basse tension et la compatibilité électromagnétique.
Symbole pour la connexion à la terre.
Symbole indiquant que l’équipement est destiné à
l’emploi à l’intérieur.
Symbole pour la conformité al la Directive 2002/96/
EC et la Directive 2003/108/EC du Parlement
Européen sur les équipements électriques et électroniques (WEEE).
MISE EN GARDE : AFIN DE RÉDUIRE LES RISQUES DE CHOC
ÉLECTRIQUE, N’ESSAYEZ PAS D’OUVRIR L’UNITÉ, MEME EN
PARTIE. AUCUNE PIÈCE A L’INTERIEUR NE PEUT ETRE CHANGÉE PAR
L’UTILISATEUR. LAISSEZ L’ENTRETIEN A UN PERSONNEL QUALIFIÉ.
POUR INTERROMPRE COMPLÈTEMENT L’ALIMENTATION
ÉLECTRIQUE DE L’UNITÉ, DÉBRANCHEZ LE CORDON
D’ALIMENTATION DE LA PRISE DE COURANT.*
LES FICHES DU CORDON D’ALIMENTATION DOIVENT RESTER
ACCESSIBLES A TOUT MOMENT.**
AFIN DE RÉDUIRE LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE ET
D’ÉLECTROCUTION, N’EXPOSEZ PAS CET APPAREIL À LA
PLUIE OU À L’HUMIDITÉ. L’UNITÉ NE DOIT JAMAIS ÊTRE EXPOSÉ AUX
ÉCLABOUSSURES, AU DÉVERSEMENT OU À L’ÉGOUTTEMENT DE
LIQUIDES, QUELS QU’ILS SOIENT.
K6, K8, K10 ET K20 DOIT ÊTRE INSTALLÉ DANS UN RACK
ARMOIRE : AU LIEU DE CONNECTER L’AMPLIFICATEUR POUR
LE RÉSEAU ÉLECTRIQUE DIRECTEMENT, BRANCHEZ LA FICHE DE
L’AMPLIFICATEUR VIA LE DISJONCTEUR AUX PANNEAU DE
DISTRIBUTION ÉLECTRIQUE À L’INTÉRIEUR DE L’ARMOIRE.
L’énergie é lectrique peut remplir beaucoup de fonctions utiles. Cet appareil a été conçu et fabriqué pour assurer votre propre sécurité. Mais UNE
UTILISATION INCORRECTE PEUT ENTRAÎNER UN RISQUE POTENTIEL
D’ÉLECTROCUTION OU D’INCENDIE. Afin de ne pas annuler les dispositifs de
sécurité incorporés dans cet appareil, observez les règles fondamentales suivantes pour son installation, son utilisation et sa réparation. Veuillez lire attentivement ces “Importantes mesures de sécurité” avant d’utiliser l’appareil.
Importantes instructions de sécurité
1. Lisez les directives suivantes.
2. Conservez ces directives.
3. Observez et respectez tous les avertissements.
4. Suivez toutes les directives.
5. N’utilisez pas cet appareil près de l’eau.
6. Nettoyez cet appareil uniquement avec un chiffon sec.
7. Ne bouchez pas les fentes de ventilation. Respectez les directives
du fabricant pour l’installation de l’appareil.
8. N’installez pas l’appareil à proximité d’une source de chaleur telle
qu’un radiateur, une bouche d’air chaud, une cuisinière ou tout autre appareil (y compris des amplificateurs) émettant de la chaleur.
9. Ne désactivez pas le dispositif de sécurité appliqué à la fiche
polarisée ou à la fiche avec mise à la terre. Une fiche polarisée est
équipée de deux lames dont l’une est plus large que l’autre. Une
fiche avec mise à la terre est équipée de deux lames et une broche
destinée à la mise à la terre. La lame la plus large et la troisième
broche sont des dispositifs de sécurité. Si vous ne réussissez pas
à brancher la fiche fournie dans la prise de courant, consultez un
électricien et faites remplacer la prise par une neuve.
10. Ne placez pas le cordon d’alimentation dans des endroits passants
et assurezvous qu’il ne peut pas être pincé, surtout au niveau des
fiches, de la prise de courant et à l’endroit où il sort de l’appareil.
11. Utilisez uniquement les éléments de raccordement et les accessoires recommandés par le fabricant.
12. Utilisez l’appareil uniquement avec le chariot, le trépied, le support
ou la table recommandés par le fabricant ou achetés
avec l’appareil. Lorsque vous utilisez un chariot,
prenez des précautions en déplaçant le chariot et
l’appareil afin dene pas les renverser, ce qui pourrait
entraîner des blessures.
13. Débranchez cet appareil en cas d’orage ou lorsque vous ne
l’utilisez pas pendant de longues périodes.
14. Pour toute réparation, adressez-vous à un réparateur qualifié.
Faites réparer l’appareil s’il a été endommagé de quelque manière
que ce soit, par exemple si le cordon d’alimentation ou sa fiche
sont endommagés, si du liquide ou tout autre corps étranger a
pénétré dans l’appareil, si l’appareil a été exposé à la pluie ou à
l’humidité, s’il ne fonctionne pas normalement ou s’il est tombé.
QUAND L’UNITÉ EST INSTELLÉ DANS UNE ARMOIRE OU UNE
ÉTAGÈRE, ASSUREZ-VOUS QU’IL Y À UN ESPACE SUFFISANT
TOUT AUTOUR POUR PERMETTRE UNE BONNE VENTILATION (50 CM
DES ORIFICES DE VENTILATION AVANT ET ARRIÈRE).
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Numéros 9 et 13 ne s'appliquent qu'aux K2 et K3.
* K6, K8, K10 and K20: interrompre le réseau par commutation de le disjoncteur.
** Valable seulement pour le K2 et K3 modèles; on fournis avec K6, K8, K10
et K20 un cordon avec fils libres (c’est à dire sans fiche) : cette solution
est destinée à connecter l’appareil à un disjoncteur sur le réseau. Se
référer aux instructions d’installation pour sélectionner le disjoncteur de
sectionnement approprié.
Instrucciones de seguridad
importantes
PRECAUCIÓN
RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO
NO ABRA LA UNIDAD
EXPLICACIÓN DE LOS SÍMBOLOS GRÁFICOS
El triángulo con el símbolo de rayo eléctrico es usa-
do para alertar al usuario de el riesgo de un choque
eléctrico.
El triángulo con el signo de admiración es usado
para alertar al usuario de instrucciones importantes
de operación o mantenimiento.
La marca CE indica el cumplimiento de la directiva
de bajo voltaje y de compatibilidad electromagnética.
Símbolo de la conexión a tierra.
Símbolo que indica que el equipo es sólo para uso
en interiores.
Símbolo de conformidad con la Directiva 2002/96/
EC y Directiva 2003/108/EC del Parlamento Europeo
sobre los aparatos eléctricos y electrónicos (WEEE).
PRECAUCIÓN: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE DESCARGA
ELÉCTRICA, NO DESMONTE LA TAPA (NI EL PANEL TRASERO).
NO HAY PIEZAS REPARABLES POR EL USUARIO EN EL INTERIOR.
LLÉVELO A REPARAR A PERSONAL DE SERVICIO CUALIFICADO.
PARA DESCONECTAR COMPLETAMENTE EL APARATO, EL
ENCHUFE DEL CABLE DE ALIMENTACIÓN DE LA UNIDAD
DEBERÁ SER RETIRADO DE LA TOMA DE CORRIENTE.*
EL ENCHUFE DEL CABLE DE ALIMENTACIÓN DEBERÁ
PERMANECER FÁCILMENTE ACCESIBLE.**
NO EXPONGA ESTE UNITAD A LA LLUVIA O LA HUMEDAD,
GOTEO O SALPICADURAS. NO COLOQUE OBJETOS LLENOS DE
LÍQUIDOS, TALES COMO VASIJAS, SOBRE EL APARATO.
K6, K8, K10 Y K20 SE DEBEN INSTALAR EN ARMARIOS RACK:
EN LUGAR DE CONECTAR EL AMPLIFICADOR A LA RED
ELÉCTRICA DIRECTAMENTE, CONECTE LAS CONEXIONES DE RED DEL
AMPLIFICADOR A TRAVÉS DE UN INTERRUPTOR DE SECCIONAMIENTO
A UN PANEL DE DISTRIBUCIÓN DE ENERGÍA EN EL INTERIOR DEL
ARMARIO RACK.
CUANDO LA UNIDAD SE INSTALA EN UN ARMARIO O UN
ESTANTE, ASEGÚRESE QUE TENGA SUFICIENTE ESPACIO EN
TODOS LOS LADOS PARA PERMITIR LA VENTILACIÓN ADECUADA
(50 CM DE LOS ORIFICIOS DE VENTILACIÓN DELANTEROS Y
TRASEROS).
La energìa eléctrica puede realizar numerosas funciones útiles. Esta unidad ha sido diseñada y fabricada para brindarle un funcuionamento seguro. Sin embargo, el USO INCORRECTO O PUEDE PRODUCIR INCENDIOS
O DESCARGAS ELÉCTRICAS. Para no anular las salvaguardas incorporadas a este producto, asegúrese de respetar las reglas básicas siguientes para su instalacíon, uso y servicio. Por favor lea atentamente
estas “Salvaguardas importantes” ante del uso.
Instrucciones de seguridad importantes
1. Lea estas instrucciones.
2. Guarde estas instrucciones.
3. Respete todas las advertencias.
4. Siga todas las instrucciones.
5. No utilice este aparato cerca del agua.
6. Límpielo únicamente con un paño seco.
7. No bloquee los orificios de ventilación. Instale el aparato según las
instrucciones del fabricante.
8. No lo instale cerca de fuentes de calor como radiadores, calefactores, hornos u otros aparatos (incluidos los amplificadores) que
generen calor.
9. Respete la finalidad de seguridad del enchufe polarizado o de tipo
conexión a tierra. Un enchufe polarizado presenta dos contactos,
uno más ancho que el otro. Un enchufe de tipo conexión a tierra
dispone de dos contactos y una tercera clavija de conexión a tierra.
El contacto ancho o la tercera clavija se suministra para su seguridad. Si el enchufe suministrado no encaja en la toma de corriente,
póngase en contacto con un electricista para el reemplazo del
tomacorriente que quedó obsoleto.
10. Para proteger el cable de alimentación, aléjelo de lugares de paso
o donde pueda ser aplastado, especialmente en la punta de los
enchufes, los tomacorrientes o el punto donde el cable sale del
aparato.
11. Utilice únicamente los complementos o accesorios especificados
por el fabricante.
12. Utilícelo únicamente con el carro, pedestal, trípode, abrazadera o
mesa especificados por el fabricante o vendidos con
el aparato. Si utiliza un carro, tenga cuidado al moverlo junto con el aparato para evitar lesiones en el
caso de una caída.
13. Desenchufe el aparato durante tormentas eléctricas o cuando no
se utilice durante períodos de tiempo prolongados.
14. Solicite servicio técnico únicamente a personal de servicio técnico
especializado. Será necesario solicitar servicio técnico si el aparato
ha sufrido daños como, por ejemplo, si el cable de alimentación o
el enchufe están dañados, se ha vertido líquido o se ha caído algún
objeto dentro del aparato, o bien si dicho aparato ha sido expuesto a
la lluvia o a humedad, no funciona correctamente o se ha caído.
Números 9 y 13 se aplican sólo a K2 y K3.
* K6, K8, K10 and K20: interrumpir la red apagando el disyuntor de la red.
** Válido para los modelos K3 y K3 sólo; con K6, K8, K10 and K20 se
proporciona un cable de alimentación de hilos libres (es decir, sin enchufe):
se provee esta solución para conectar el dispositivo a un disyuntor en la
red. Consulte las instrucciones de instalación para seleccionar el disyuntor
impecables.
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Importanti istruzioni
di sicurezza
ATTENZIONE
RISCHIO DI SCOSSE
ELETTRICHE, NON APRIRE
SPIEGAZIONE DEI SIMBOLI GRAFICI
Il triangolo con il lampo è utilizzato per avvisare
l’utente del rischio di scossa elettrica.
Il triangolo con il punto esclamativo è utilizzato per
avvisare l’utente di importanti istruzioni d’uso e manutenzione.
The CE-mark indicates the compliance with the low
voltage and electromagnetic compatibility.
Simbolo della connessine di terra.
Simbolo che indica che l’apparecchio è solo per uso
interno.
Simbolo di conformità alla Direttiva 2002/96/CE e
alla Direttiva 2003/108/CE del Parlamento Europeo
sulle apparecchiature elettriche ed elettroniche
(RAEE).
ATTENZIONE: PER RIDURRE IL RISCHIO DI SCOSSE
ELETTRICHE, NON TENTARE DI APRIRE ALCUNA PARTE
DELL’UNITÀ. NON CI SONO PARTI INTERNE AD USO DELL’UTENTE.
RIVOLGERSI A PERSONALE QUALIFICATO PER L’ASSISTENZA.
PER SCOLLEGARE COMPLETAMENTE QUESTO APPARECCHIO
DALL’ALIMENTAZIONE PRINCIPALE, SCOLLEGARE LA SPINA
DEL CAVO DI ALIMENTAZIONE DALLA PRESA.*
LA SPINA DEL CAVO DI ALIMENTAZIONE DI RETE DEVE ESSERE
SEMPRE ACCESSIBILE.**
NON ESPORRE QUESTO APPARECCHIO ALLA PIOGGIA,
UMIDITÀ O SOSTANZE LIQUIDE. OGGETTI PIENI DI LIQUIDI,
COME VASI, NON DEVONO ESSERE COLLOCATI SU QUESTO APPARATO.
K6, K8, K10 E K20 DEVONO ESSERE INSTALLATI IN ARMADI
RAC K: INV ECE DI COLL EGAR E DIRET TAMENTE L’AMPLIFI CATORE
ALLA RETE ELETTRICA, COLLEGARE IL CAVO DI ALIMENTAZIONE
DELL’AM-PLIFICATORE AD UN INTERRUTTORE DI SEZIONAMENTO IN
UN PANNELLO DI DISTRIBUZIONE ALL’INTERNO DELL’ARMADIO RACK.
QUANDO L’UNITÀ È INSTALLATA IN UN MOBILE O SU UNO
SCAFFALE, ASSICURARSI CHE RIMANGA SPAZIO SUFFICIENTE
SU TUTTI I LATI PER CONSENTIRE UN’ADEGUATA VENTILAZIONE
(50 CM DAI FORI DI VENTILAZIONE ANTERIORI E POSTERIORI).
L’elettricità viene usata per svolgere molte funzioni utili, ma può anche
causare danni personali o agli oggetti se applicata in modo improprio.
Questo prodotto è stato progettato e realizzato con la massima attenzione alla sicurezza. Tuttavia, UN USO IMPROPRIO PUÒ PRODURRE
SCOSSE ELETTRICHE E/O INCENDI. Per evitare potenziali pericoli, osservare le seguenti istruzioni durante l’installazione, l’utilizzo e la pulizia
del prodotto. Per garantire la sicurezza e prolungare la vita utile del
monitor LCD, leggere attentamente le seguenti precauzioni prima di
usare il prodotto.
Importanti istruzioni di sicurezza
1. Leggere queste istruzioni.
2. Conservare le istruzioni.
3. Tenere conto di tutti gli avvisi.
4. Seguire tutte le istruzioni.
5. Non usare l'apparecchio in prossimità di acqua.
6. Pulire solo con un panno asciutto.
7. Non ostruire le prese di ventilazione. Installare secondo le indicazioni del produttore.
8. Non installare vicino a fonti di calore quali radiatori, bocchette
dell'aria calda, stufe o altri apparecchi (compresi gli amplificatori)
che producono calore.
9. Non compromettere la sicurezza delle spine polarizzate o con
messa a terra. Una spina polarizzata ha due terminali, di cui uno
più grande dell'altro. Una spina con messa a terra ha tre terminali,
di cui uno per la messa a terra. Il terminale più grande o il terzo
terminale ha una funzione di sicurezza. Se la spina in dotazione
non è adatta alla presa, far sostituire tale presa obsoleta da un
elettricista.
10. Evitare di calpestare o di schiacciare il cavo di alimentazione,
in particolare in corrispondenza di spine, prese della corrente e
punto di uscita dall'apparecchio.
11. Usare solo accessori specificati dal produttore.
12. Usare solo con il supporto indicato dal produttore (carrello, piedistallo, cavalletto, staffa o tavolo) o venduto con
l'apparecchio. Se si usa il carrello, fare attenzione
durante il trasporto dell'apparecchio sul carrello per
evitare danni causati dal ribaltamento.
13. Scollegare l'apparecchio dalla presa di corrente durante i temporali o se inutilizzato per lunghi periodi di tempo.
14. Ricorrere a personale qualificato per qualsiasi intervento. Tali
interventi sono necessari in caso di guasti dell'apparecchio
quali danneggiamento del cavo di alimentazione o della spina,
versamento di liquidi o caduta di oggetti nell'apparecchio, esposizione a pioggia o umidità o se l'apparecchio non funziona
normalmente o è caduto
I numeri 9 e 13 si applicano solo a K2 e K3.
* K6, K8, K10 e K20: interrompere l’alimentazione elettrica commutando
l’interruttore di sezionamento.
** Valido solo per i modelli K2 e K3; con K6, K8, K10 e K20 è fornito un cavo
di alimentazione con i terminali liberi (cioè senza spina): questa soluzione è
pensata per il collegamento diretto all’interruttore di sezionamento di rete.
Fare riferimento al manuale per le istruzioni di installazione e il corretto
dimensionamento dell’interruttore.
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Regulatory information
2
FCC COMPLIANCE NOTICE
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.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WEEE DIRECTIVE
If the time arises to throw away your product, please recycle all the components possible.
This symbol indicates that when the end-user wishes
to discard this product, it must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling. By separating this product from other household-type waste, the
volume of waste sent to incinerators or land-fills will be
reduced and natural resources will thus be conserved.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer:
Powersoft S.p.A.
via E. Conti 5
50018 Scandicci (Fi)
Italy
We declare that under our sole responsibility the products:
Model Names: K2, K3, K6, K8, K10, K20
K2 DSP+AESOP, K3 DSP+AESOP,
K6 DSP+AESOP, K8 DSP+AESOP, K10 DSP+AESOP,
K20 DSP+AESOP.
Intended use: Professional Audio Amplifier
Are in conformity with the provisions of the following EC Directives,
including all amendments, and with national legislation implementing
these directives:
2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive
2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
2002/95/CE RoHs Directive
The following armonized standards are applied:
EN 55103-1:2009 /A1:2012
EN 55014-1:2006 /A1:2009 /A2:2011
EN 55022:2010 /AC:2011
EN 61000-3-2:2006 /A1:2009 /A2: 2009
EN 61000-3-3:2013
EN 61000-3-11:2000
EN 61000-3-12:2011
EN 55103-2:2009 /IS:2012
EN 61000-4-2:2009
EN 61000-4-3:2006 /A1:2008 /IS1:2009 /A2:2010
EN 61000-4-4:2012
EN 61000-4-5:2006
EN 61000-4-6:2014
EN 61000-4-11:2004
EN 60065:2002 /A1:2006 /A11:2008 /A2:2010 /A12:2011
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE Directive)
aims to minimise the impact of electrical and electronic goods on the environment. Powersoft S.p.A. comply with the Directive 2002/96/EC and
2003/108/EC of the European Parliament on waste electrical finance the
cost of treatment and recovery of electronic equipment (WEEE) in order
to reduce the amount of WEEE that is being disposed of in land-fill site.
All of our products are marked with the WEEE symbol; this indicates that
this product must NOT be disposed of with other waste. Instead it is the
user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste electrical and electronic
equipment by handing it over to an approved reprocessor, or by returning it to Powesoft S.p.A. for reprocessing. For more information about
where you can send your waste equipment for recycling, please contact
Powesoft S.p.a. or one of your local distributors.
Scandicci,
15 July 2014
Luca Lastrucci
Managing Director
For compliance questions only: compliance@powersoft.it
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K Series User Guide
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3 : 1.Welcome
Congratulations on buying a Powersoft K Series amplier!
We know you are eager to use your new amplier, but
please take a moment to read this user’s manual and safety
instructions. In case you have any questions, please do not
hesitate to contact your dealer or Powersoft.
Powersoft is a leading company in the eld of high
efciency audio power management. The Powersoft
switching mode technology has changed the way the
world looks at professional audio amplication: no other
amplier’s performance comes close for applications
demanding high power and long term reliability. Thanks
to amazing reductions in heat output and weight, without
sacricing output powers, Powersoft ampliers can be
used in an unlimited range of PA applications such as opera
houses, theaters, churches, cinema, and theme parks.
3 : 2.Unpacking & checking for shipping damage
Your Powersoft product has been completely tested and
inspected before leaving the factory. Carefully inspect the
shipping package before opening it, and then immediately
inspect your new product. If you nd any damage notify the
shipping company immediately.
The box contains the following:
One K Series amplier.
One AC mains power cord
This user guide.
3 : 3.Disposal of the packing material
The transport and protective packing has been selected
from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled.
Rather than just throwing these materials away,
please ensure they are offered for recycling.
Amplier
3 : 4.About the amplifier platform
K Series has many advanced features, digital control
of many parameters, adjustable maximum m ains consumption, selectable digital presets and a graphic display
that shows detailed information of the status of the amplier. All K Series ampliers come with built in Power Factor
Correction. This unique feature ensures that a predominantly
resistive load is presented to mains thus minimizing current
distortion and voltage/current displacement. This leads to
improved performance of the amplier at high levels of output and avoids mains-voltage collapses, typical of standard
and switching power supplies. Another great advantage of
this technology is that its performance is, to a large extent,
independent of mains voltage. The rated output power does
not vary with load/line conditions.
3 : 4.1. More sound and less weight
Class D technology based ampliers are highly efcient,
delivering greater power to speakers with reduced heat dissipation: typical running efciency of output stages is 95%,
with only 5% of input energy dissipated as heat. This allows
for smaller dimensions, weight and power consumptions.
Contrary to conventional ampliers which achieve highest efciency only at full rated power output, Class D efciency is almost independent of output level. Music has an
average power density of 40% of its peak value; this means
that other (non-class D) ampliers can easily generate 10
times more heat than Powersoft products for the same
sound pressure level.
Powersoft ampliers deliver crystal-clear highs, and a
tight, well-dened low end: the most accurate reproduction
of an audio signal. Solid time proven design features ensure
extremely high performance in terms of super low total harmonic distortion, optimal frequency response, high power
bandwidth and damping factor across a vast number of application scenarios. Powersoft’s multi patented application
of Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) high frequency sampling
techniques is just one of the many factors contributing to
the K Series’ high performance ratings across the audio
bandwidth.
User guide
FIGURE 1: Packaging.
Mains cable
3 : 4.2. The Show Always Goes On
The K series offers complete protection against any
possible operation error. Every amplier in this series is
designed to work under a large range of possible conditions, delivering maximum power with maximum safety and
an outstanding long term reliability. Anticipating potential
problems at the design stage means your show always
goes on!
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Mechanical drawings
4
32.2
456
465
482
439 44
5.9
32
496
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FIGURE 2: K2 and K3 mechanical drawings.
32.2
472.4
465
482
440 44
5.9
32
465.4
FIGURE 3: K6, K8, K10 and K20 mechanical drawings.
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Front and rear panels
5
A
A. RJ45 plugs (either AESOP or RS485 ports
according to the amplier conguration)
B. LED bar: signal metering channel 1
C. Main display
K2, K3 rear panel.
B
C
D
E
D. Smart Card slot
E. Multifunction buttons
F. LED bar: signal metering channel 2
G. Main switch
F
12
G
11
1 2
1. Mains plug
2. Air vents
3. Serial ID selector for the RS485 port
(non AESOP version only)
4. RS485 serial port (non AESOP version only)
5. AES3/analog switch for input 2
6. Input 2: channel 2 analog input in analog
mode or AES3 input in AES3 mode, according
to the position of the switch in #5
K2, K3 AESOP rear panel.
3 5
4
7. Line output channel 2
8. Link button: link input from channels 1 and 2
9. Line output channel 1
10. Input 1: channel 1 analog input
11. Speaker connector: output channel 1
12. Speaker connector: output channel 2
13. Ethernet+AESOP ports (AESOP version only)
14. Vext: 12 V
version only)
13
14
6
, 1A external voltage input (AESOP
DC
7
8
9
10
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K6, K8, K10, K20 rear panel.
10
9
1 2 4
1. Mains plug
2. Air vents
3. Serial ID selector for the RS485 port
(non AESOP version only)
4. RS485 serial port (non AESOP version only)
5. AES3/analog switch for input 2
6. Input 2: channel 2 analog input in analog
mode or AES3 input in AES3 mode, according
to the position of the switch in #5
K6, K8, K10, K20 AESOP rear panel.
3
7. Link button: link input from channels 1 and 2
8. Input 1: channel 1 analog input
9. Speaker connector: output channel 1
10. Speaker connector: output channel 2
11. Ethernet+AESOP ports (AESOP version only)
12. Vext: 12 V
version only)
11
5 6
, 1A external voltage input (AESOP
DC
7 8
12
Front and rear panels | 5
Installation
The common installation of the amplier is in rack cabinets: in order to limit the risk of mechanical damages, the
ampliers must be xed to the rack using both frontal and
rear mounting brackets.
Note: Instead of connecting the amplier to the power
grid directly, plug the amplier’s mains connections to a
power distribution panel inside the rack cabinet.
Mounting
Brackets
6
1 unit space every
4 amp stacked into
closed rack cabinet
4 amp stacked
FIGURE 4: Mounting brackets and air flow direction.
6 : 1.Cooling
Install the amplier in a well-ventilated location: the ventilation openings must not be impeded by any item such as
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc; keep a distance of
at least 50 cm from the front and rear ventilation openings
of the amplier.
All Powersoft ampliers implement a forced-air cooling
system to maintain low and constant operating temperatures. Drawn by the internal fans, air enters from the front
panel and is forced over all components, exiting at the back
of the amplier.
The amplier’s cooling system features “intelligent” variable-speed DC fans which are controlled by the heatsink
temperature sensing circuits: the fans speed will increase
only when the temperature detected by the sensors rises
over carefully predetermined values. This ensures that fan
noise and internal dust accumulation are kept to a strict
minimum.
Should however the amplier be subject to an extreme
thermal load, the fan will force a very large volume of air
through the heat sink. In the extremely rare event that the
amplier should dangerously overheat, sensing circuits
shut down all channels until the amplier cools down to a
safe operating temperature. Normal operation is resumed
automatically without the need for user intervention.
X Series ampliers can be stacked one on top of the other
due to the efcient cooling system they are equipped with.
There is however a safety limit to be observed: in case
a rack with closed back panels is used, leave one rack unit
empty every four installed ampliers to guarantee adequate
air ow.
FIGURE 5: How to stack the amplifiers in closed racks.
6 : 2.Cleaning
Always use a dry cloth for cleaning the chassis and the
front panel. Air lter cleaning should be scheduled according
to the dust levels in the amplier’s operating environment.
Disconnect the AC main source before
attempting to clean any part of the amplifier
In order to clean the vent lters you need to remove the
front cover: never attempt to open any other part of the unit.
By means of a screwdriver Phillips PH1, unscrew the
screws that lock the left and right cover grils on the front
panel (ref. FIGURE 6), gently lift the covers and remove the
lters. You may use compressed air to remove the dust from
lters, or wash it with clean water: in the latter case ensure
that the lters are dry before reassembly.
cover grill
screw lter
FIGURE 6: Cleaning air filters.
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6 : 3.AC mains supply
6 : 4.Precautions regarding installation
The AC Main connection is made via the
AMP CPC 45A connector in K6, K8, K10 and K20;
IEC C20 connector in K3 and K2.
The FIGURE 7 shows how to connect the mains power
cable to the amplier.
Make sure the AC mains voltage used
is within the acceptable operating
voltage range: 115V-230V ±10%.
It is important to connect the ground
for safety, do not use adapters that
disable the ground connection.
All K Series ampliers have an automatic power factor
correction system – PFC – for a perfect mains network
interface. The PFC minimizes the reactive power reected
on the network and reduces the harmonic distortion on the
voltage/current waveform: in this way the amplier is seen
as a resistive load from the mains network. Furthermore, the
system allows performance to be maintained even in case
of varying mains voltage.
Connection to the mains shall be done
only by a electrotechnical Skilled person
according the national requirements of
the countries where the unit is sold
A
ground
open the lock
and insert the plug
lock the plug
Placing and using the amplier for long periods of time
on heat generating sources will affect its performance. Avoid
placing the amplier on heat generating sources. Install this
amplier as far as possible from tuners and TV sets. An
amplier installed in close proximity of such equipment may
experience noise or generic performance degradation.
The power cord type provided with the amplier are
LAPP OLFLEX191 3G6 / SJT 3XAWG10
for K6, K8, K10 and K20.
Bahoing SJT 3x16AWG or I-sheng SGIS 3G 1,5 mm
2
for K3 - K2.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
This device must be powered exclusively by earth con-
nected mains sockets in electrical networks compliant
to the IEC 364 or similar rules.
Install K6, K8, K10 and K20 into rack cabinet.
With K6, K8, K10 and K20 a sectioning breaker be-
tween the mains connections and the amplier must
be installed inside the rack cabinet. Suggested device
is 32A/250VAC, C or D curve, 10kA.
With K2 and K3 provide a sectioning breaker between
the mains connections and the amplier. Suggested
device is 16A/250VAC, C or D curve, 10kA.
Before powering this amplier, verify that the correct
voltage rating is being used.
Verify that your mains connection is capable of satisfy-
ing the power ratings of the device.
Do not use this amplier if the electrical power cord is
frayed or broken.
mains
B
32 1
N
Neutral
FIGURE 7: Mains connecors; A) IEC C20 in K2 and K3;
B) AMP CPC 45A in K6, K8, K10 and K20.
L
Line
GND
Protective
earth
Output terminals are hazardous: wiring connection to
these terminals require installation by an instructed
person and the use of ready made leads.
Take care to secure the output terminal before switch-
ing the device on.
To avoid electrical shock, do not touch any exposed
speaker wiring while the amplier is operating.
Do not spill water or other liquids into or on the amplier.
No naked ame sources such as lighted candles
should be placed on the amplier.
Do not remove the cover. Failing to do so will expose
you to potentially dangerous voltage.
It is absolutely necessary to verify this fundamental
requirement of safety and, in case of doubt, require an
accurate check by qualied personnel.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for
damages caused to persons, things or data due to an
improper or missing ground connection.
Contact the authorized service center for ordinary and
extraordinary maintenance.
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