Ritter Camplifier 360, BlueAmps Camplifier 360 User Manual
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Users MANUAL
Camplifier 360
2 x180W stereo add on power amplifier module
for the Kemper Profiling Amplifier
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8 Ω / 180W
Minimal speaker impedance / power :
8 Ω / 180W
left
right / mono
speaker
input
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Risk of electric shock!
Do not operate outside of KPA enclosure!
Equipment must be earthed.
Do not expose to rain or moisture!
CAMPLIFIER 360
Power
230VAC/50Hz/420VA
Fuse
0
Keep this manual for future needs!
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Table of Contents
Chapter Page
1. Introduction
3
2. Safety Instructions
3 - 6
3. Legal Instructions
6
4. Operating Determinations
8
5. Description
9 - 10
6. Installation
11 - 13
7. Connections
14
8. Operation
19
9. Protective Circuits
20
10. Trouble Shooting
20
11. Cleaning and Maintenance
21
12. Technical Specifications
22
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USER MANUAL
CA UTI ON !
Keep this device away from rain and moisture!
Unplug mains lead before opening the housing!
CA UT I ON !
Be careful with your op erat io ns . With a dangerous voltage you can suffer a dangerous
electric sh oc k w hen to uc hi ng th e wi res !
Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device has to
- be qualified
- follow the instructions of this manual
- consider this manual to be part of the total product
- keep this manual for the entire service life of the product
- pass this manual on to every further owner or user of the product
- download the latest version of the user manual from the Internet
1 INTRODUCTION
Thank you for having chosen a CAMPLIFIER 360 add on amplifier module. If you follow the instructions given in this manual, we can assure you that you will enjoy this device for many years.
Unpack your amplifier.
2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This device has left our premises in absolutely perfect condition. In order to maintain this condition
and to ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions
and warning notes written in this user manual.
Important:
Damages caused by the disregard of this user manual are not subject to warranty. The dealer will not
accept liability for any resulting defects or problems.
If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not
switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature.
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Please make sure that there are no obvious transport damages. Should you notice any damages
on the A/C connection cable or on the casing, do not take the device into operation and immediately
consult your local dealer.
This device falls under protection-class I. The power plug must only be plugged into a protection
class I outlet. The voltage and frequency must exactly be the same as stated on the device. Wrong
voltages or power outlets can lead to the destruction of the device and to mortal electrical shock.
Always plug in the power plug least. The power plug must always be inserted without force. Make
sure that the plug is tightly connected with the outlet.
Never let the power cord come into contact with other cables! Handle the power cord and all connections with the mains with particular caution! Never touch them with wet hands, as this could lead
to mortal electrical shock.
Never modify, bend, strain mechanically, put pressure on, pull or heat up the power cord. Never
operate next to sources of heat or cold. Disregard can lead to power cord damages, fire or mortal
electrical shock.
The cable insert or the female part in the device must never be strained. There must always be sufficient cable to the device. Otherwise, the cable may be damaged which may lead to mortal damage.
Make sure that the power cord is never crimped or damaged by sharp edges. Check the device and
the power cord from time to time.
If extension cords are used, make sure that the core diameter is sufficient for the required power
consumption of the device. All warnings concerning the power cords are also valid for possible extension cords.
Always disconnect from the mains, when the device is not in use or before cleaning it. Only handle
the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the power-cord. Otherwise, the cable
or plug can be damaged leading to mortal electrical shock. If the power plug or the power switch is
not accessible, the device must be disconnected via the mains.
If the power plug or the device is dusty, the device must be taken out of operation, disconnected and
then be cleaned with a dry cloth. Dust can reduce the insulation which may lead to mortal electrical
shock. More severe dirt in and at the device should only be removed by a specialist.
There must never enter any liquid into power outlets, extension cords or any holes in the housing of
the device. If you suppose that also a minimal amount of liquid may have entered the device, it must
immediately be disconnected. This is also valid, if the device was exposed to high humidity. Also if
the device is still running, the device must be checked by a specialist if the liquid has reduced any
insulation. Reduced insulation can cause mortal electrical shock.
There must never be any objects entering into the device. This is especially valid for metal parts. If
any metal parts like staples or coarse metal chips enter into the device, the device must be taken
out of operation and disconnected immediately. Malfunction or short-circuits caused by metal parts
may cause mortal injuries.
The device and all connections have to be lightning protected.
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Only connect the device when the power switch is off.
Never connect the inputs or outputs to any power source (batteries, etc.)
Never connect output to output.
Before the device is switched on all faders and volume controls have to be set to “0” or “min” position.
Never connect the Speaker OUT of the CAMPLIFIER 360 to the signal OUT of the Kemper Profiling Amplifier!!
This would cause damage to the Kemper Profiling Amplifiers and the CAMPLIFIER 360!
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CAUTION: Turn the amplifier on last and off first!
Please note that damages caused by manual modifications on the device or unauthorized operation
by unqualified persons are not subject to warranty.
Keep away children and amateurs!
There are no serviceable parts inside the device.
Maintenance and service operations are only to be carried out by authorized dealers.
3 LEGAL INSTRUCTIONS
Operating a guitar amplification system can produce extremely high noise levels that may cause a
permanent hearing loss. The legal instructions for using an amplification system vary from country to
country. The user must always inform himself on the legal instructions valid in his country and apply
them to his situation.
Always monitor the sound pressure level when operating an amplification system in discotheques,
concerts etc. Never exceed the permissible noise level exposures as specified by your authorities.
The monitoring of the noise levels must be documented in an appropriate way.
In Germany, the following instructions are binding:
Strafgesetzbuch § 223 ff: bundesrecht.juris.de/bundesrecht/stgb
TA Lärm: www.umweltdaten.de
DIN 15905-5: www.din.de
Arbeitsstättenverordnung § 15: www.lgl.bayern.de/arbeitsschutz
Berufsgenossenschaftliche Vorschrift BGV B3: www.pr-o.info
VDI-Richtlinie: VDI 2058 Blatt 2: www.vdi.de
Hearing damage caused by high noise levels can be treated as physical injury and persecuted by
law.
Please note that the organizer is responsible for keeping to a specified noise level. If this noise level
will be exceeded, the event may be cancelled immediately.
If the organizer does not fulfil his safety duties, he is reliable by civil law for any damages occurred,
e.g.:
Pay the treatment costs of the damaged person.
Pay a smart money to the damaged person.
Economic damage caused can be demanded from the operator of the amplification system.
If hired persons work with amplification systems: the noise levels of music events are almost always
too high. This is why the entrepreneur has to set up warning signs and provide hearing protectors.
The staff has to use these.
Please note: Tilman Ritter / RITTER Amplification / Marco Wendel / BlueAmps and KPA-Solutions
cannot be made liable for damages caused by incorrect installations and excessive noise levels!
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3.1 Information on hearing loss
More and more young people suffer from hearing loss of 25 decibel or more, mainly caused by loud
music from portable music players, discotheques, rock conocerts or band rehersals. Everybody
operating amplification systems should know to what sound pressure levels he exposes his or the
audience’s hearing. As an average levels between 75 and 105 dB(A) in the discotheque or 95 and
115 dB(A) at a rock concert are reached. Individual peaks can exceed the pain level at 130 dB(A).
Such levels are typical for motor chainsaws or jack hammers.
It is important to know that doubling the power increases the noise level by 3 dB. The human hearing
does only recognizes a doubling of the sound level when the noise level is increased by 10 dB. Damaging the hearing does not depend on the sound level but on the noise level and starts way before
the pain level.
Many people deceive themselves by thinking that noise is something they can get accustomed to.
It is possible that a positive opinion of a certain noise can reduce the physiological reaction, but the
slow impacts on the inner hearing must not be neglected: over stimulation and continuous elimination
of the Cortic organ’s hair cells.
The reason why some people have got accustomed to a certain noise level and are no longer disturbed is that they have already suffered a hearing damage. This damage make the insensitive to
those frequencies forming the loudest part of the noise. Getting accustomed to noise does not mean
anything other than trying to get along with the hearing loss in everyday life. The hearing loss itself
cannot be healed, it can only be compensated by hearing aids.
Subjectively, the hearing loss feels like dampened ears. This effect weakens with the time, but a loss
in hearing sensitivity often remains.
In order to relax the hearing sufficiently, the noise level should not exceed 70 dB(A) for 10 hours.
Higher noise levels during this relaxing period can prevent the relaxation and promote a permanent
hearing damage (Tinitus) or hearing loss.
Therefore: Whoever wants to maintain his hearing should use hearing protectors!
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