thomann the t.amp pro D4-500 User Manual

D4-500

digital

power amplifier

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e. K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.thomann.de

13.08.2012

Table of contents

1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4

2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 7

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12

4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 13

4.1 Pin assignment.................................................................................................................................. 14

5 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 18

6 Power consumption............................................................................................................................... 23

7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 24

8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 26

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General notes

This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to other users, be sure
that they also receive this manual.

Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.

This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.Symbols and signal words

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Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word

indicates an immediate dangerous situation
that will result in death or serious injury if it is
not avoided.

CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word

indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.

NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word

indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in material and environmental
damage if it is not avoided.

Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – high-voltage.

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Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – danger zone.

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Safety instructions

This device amplifies electric audio frequency signals to operate passive speakers. Use the
device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating con‐
ditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No
liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.

This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

DANGER!
Danger for children

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!

Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!

Never let children unattended use electrical devices.

Intended use

Safety

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DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside

Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never
remove any covers.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit

Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐
tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.

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CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage

The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent
hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to
be uncritical can cause hearing damage.

Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or
hearing impairment. If this is not possible, keep a greater distance or use suffi‐
cient ear protectors.

NOTICE!
Risk of fire

Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat
source. Keep the device away from naked flames.

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NOTICE!
Operating conditions

This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.

NOTICE!
Power supply

Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches
the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual
current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and
possibly injure the user.

Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long
periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.

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NOTICE!
Magnetic fields

The device generates strong magnetic fields that can interfere with the function
of poorly shielded devices. The strongest magnetic fields are directly above and
below the power amplifier. Therefore, never place sensitive devices such as pre­amplifiers, radio transmission systems, or tape decks directly above or below the
power amplifier. When installing the power amplifier into a rack, you should place
it in the lowest position, and further equipment such as pre-amplifiers in the
highest position.

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Features

n Output power

– 4 × 500 W @ 4 W
– 4 × 250 W @ 8 W

n 4 inputs, 4 outputs
n Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz
n 19" rackable (1 RU, installation depth 240 mm)

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Installation and starting up

Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.

Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high­quality cables for all connections.

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4.1

Pin assignment

You can use XLR and 1/4" plugs with balanced or unbalanced wiring. In the following, we will
give you an overview of the various options. Drawings and tables indicate the XLR pin assign‐
ment.

Balanced wiring:

1 Ground, shielding
2 Positive signal (+)
3 Negative signal (–)

XLR connections for signal
inputs

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Unbalanced wiring:

1 Ground, shielding
2 Signal
3 Bridged to pin 1

Drawings and tables indicate the pin assignment of 1/4" phone plugs to be used.
Unbalanced wiring of a TS plug:

1 Signal
2 Ground, shielding

1/4" phone sockets for signal
inputs

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Unbalanced wiring of a TRS plug:

1 Signal
2, 3 Ground, shielding

Balanced wiring of a TRS plug:

1 Positive signal (+)
2 Negative signal (–)
3 Ground, shielding

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The drawing alongside shows the pin assignment of the lockable NL4 mounting connectors.NL4 mounting connectors

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Connections and operating elements

Front panel

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1 ON | OFF

Main switch to turn the device on or off.

2 LED Power

This LED indicates, that the unit is operational and lights up constantly as soon as the device is switched on.

3 LEDs –10 dB and –20 dB

These LEDs indicate the intensity of the input signal (–10 dB or –20 dB). If none of the LEDs lights up, increase the
signal level with the controls CH-A to CH-D and -if required- check the wiring.

If these LEDs are lit without an input signal is present, there is an error. In this case, disconnect the speakers from the
power amplifier and turn the controls for the input gain of channels CH-A to CH-D down to minimum. If the LEDs still
light up, the device must be inspected by an authorized service centre.

4 LEDs Clip

Overload indicator for channels CH-A to CH-D. These LEDs light up when the distortion of the output signal increases
1 %.

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5 LEDs Fault

Error indication for channels CH-A to CH-D. These LEDs light up when one of the protective circuits triggers (see

Ä

Chapter 7 ‘Technical specifications’ on page 24).

When turning the device on, the LEDs light up for three seconds. During this time, there is no signal present at the
output yet . Once the LEDs turn off, the device is operational.

6 LEDs Thermal

Over temperature indicator for the channels CH-A to CH-D. These LEDs light up when the respective heat sink
exceeds a certain temperature.

When turning the device on, the LEDs light up for three seconds. During this time, there is no signal present at the
output yet . Once the LEDs turn off, the device is operational.

7 CH-A …-D

Input gain control for the channels CH-A to CH-D.

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Rear panel

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8 IEC chassis connector with fuse holder for operating voltage supply.
9 INPUT CH-A …-D

Lockable XLR / 1/4" mounting combo connectors for signal inputs.

10 OUTPUT CH-A …-D

Lockable NL4 mounting connectors for signal outputs.

11 Pushbutton Stereo | Parallel | Bridge

Toggle switch for the operating modes ‘Stereo’ (all channels operate independently of each other), ‘Parallel’ (the
inputs of a channel pair are interconnected) and ‘Bridge’ (two channels are interconnected to form one channel with
double output).

12 Pushbutton Lift | Ground

Use the Ground / Lift switch to separate the connection between the earth pin of the device and the signal ground in
the unit. This prevents ground loops (position ‘Lift’ [switch is not pressed]: no connection. Position ‘Ground’ [switch is
pressed]: earth pin and signal ground are electrically connected).

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Power consumption

The following table shows the typical current consumption depending on the output power
level (RMS value A

RMS

).

Load 1/8 power

(pink noise)

1/3 power
(pink noise)

Full power
(sine wave)

8 W (× 4)

130 W / 1.3 A 190 W / 1.9 A 640 W / 4.2 A

4 W (× 4)

180 W / 1.6 A 420 W / 3.1 A 1200 W / 7.4 A

8 W bridged (× 2)

190 W / 1.6 A 430 W / 3.2 A 1200 W / 7.2 A

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Technical specifications

Rated output power @ 8 W

4 × 250 W (THD = 1 %, 1 kHz)

Rated output power @ 4 W

4 × 500 W (THD = 1 %, 1 kHz)
Max. voltage swing (RMS) 35 V (THD = 1 %, 1 kHz)
Slew rate (1 kHz)

26 V/ms
THD

< 0.1 %, typical
DIM 30

< 0.1 % (3.15 kHz, 15 kHz)
Crosstalk

> 75 dB (ref. 1 kHz, 10 % rated power)
Frequency response 20 Hz … 20 kHz (–2 dB) (–1 dB, ref. 1 kHz)
Input impedance

20 kW (balanced)

10 kW (unbalanced)
Input sensitivity 1 V

rms

(for rated power @ 1 kHz)

Damping factor

> 500 (100 Hz / 1 kHz, 4 W)

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Signal-to-noise ratio 107 dB (A-weighted)
Protective circuits VHF, direct voltage, temperature, short circuit, Undervoltage, overcurrent, lim‐

iter
Operating voltage supply

AC 230 V , 50/60 Hz
Power consumption

see Ä Chapter 6 ‘Power consumption’ on page 23
Dimensions 1 RU in a 19" rack, installation depth 240 mm
Weight 4.6 kg

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Protecting the environment

For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that

they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.

This device is subject to the European directive 2002/96/EC.
Do not dispose of the device with your normal household waste.
Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste

facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your
country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.

Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial

Disposal of your old device

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Musikhaus Thomann e.K. · Treppendorf 30 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de