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1. SK651 10 230 VAC 230 VAC SK651 35 Of course it is also possible to connect cables to each speaker individually Eksempel pa Stereo installation med forstaerker Volume controled line output Of course it is also possible to connect cables to each speaker individually Example of Stereo installation with AirPlay amp DLNA all It My gy K 7 S TTT W S Z S Many BANG amp OLUFSEN NS gt If you have questions about the installation Please refer to FAQ on www tptube dk or call 43 90 60 48 Eksempel of Surround installation Sorround Reciever Remember to choose what speaker to play as L C R e ndicator LED On the speaker front bottom center is located a two color LED indicator LED turns red when the loudspeaker is connected to the mains LED can be lit or flashing with the colors red purple and blue When the speaker is used usually led shows the following e Constant blue light The speaker is on e Steady red The speaker is in standby e Slowly flashing red light the protective device Sound Deny entered ifunktion and the speaker works only again when protective device is activated or deactivated with TPlay CD USB When the speaker plays very loud the LED briefly or longer intervals change from blue to purple or red e If the LED briefly flashes red intermittently it means that the2. Cabinet type Cabinet finish Standby consumption Supply voltage Power amplifier modules Amplifier types Maximum output power Effective frequency range Input sensitivity Woofer size Tweeter size Net volume Auto power off time 16 6 x 15 6 x 31 cm 8 kg Bass reflex Painted Aluminium lt 2W 200 260 VAC 50 Hz 2 Digital amplifier for woofer Digital amplifier for tweeter 160W total 55 20 000 Hz 700mvV to 30V auto levelling 1 x 5 inches 1x1 inch 2 5 litres 5 minutes Technical specifications features and the use thereof are subject to change without notice Declaration of Conformity Manufacturers Name TP Radio Manufacturers Address Agenavej 37 2670 Greve Denmark Declares under our sole responsibility that the Product Product description Loudspeaker with built in amplifier and power supply Type or Model Names TP Tube 500 Product variants TP Tube 160 300 Is in conformity to the Directives and Standards listed below 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive EMC 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive LVD Standards used in the assessment e EN61000 3 2 2001 e EN55013 2001 e EN55020 2002 e EN60065 2001 Name J rgen Gindt Position held Technical Manager Location Greve Denmark Issue Date 10 Feb 2004 yen NAN ff lt VA pise NT ZS Signed TP Radio Agenavej 35 37 2670 Greve Denmark www tpradio dk 45 4390 6048 The f
3. 30 Input level 1ed8mSWatt IL D input level 21d8m10Wat M Da Input level 250Bm25 Watt M 36 Input level 2898m 50 Watt De Input level 310Bm 100 wat LL 40 Input level 34d8m 200 Watt Lo BassGutnomal J 44 BassCut high 46 SoundDeny ON 48 SoundDeny OFF 50 Loudness niveau high This is only an example Reset Auto power on low Auto power on normal ojoje Iji a Auto power on high 10 Output level 20dB 2 Output level 10dB 4 Output level 0dB 6 Output level 10dB 18 Output level 20dB Input level auto Input level OdBm Input level 6dBm Input level 12dBm 1 Watt Input level 15dBm 2 Watt 30 Input level 18dBm 5 Watt 32 Input level 21dBm 10 Watt 34 Input level 25dBm 25 Watt 36 Input level 28dBm 50 Watt 38 Input level 31dBm 100 Watt 40 Input level 34dBm 200 Watt 42 BassCut normal 44 BassCut high SoundDeny ON SoundDeny OFF 50 Loudness niveau high n n e a ae ae Ss 20 _Inputlevelauto 22 inputlevel 088M o 24 Inputlevel6dBm o 26 Input level 129Bm 1 Watt 28 Input level 159Bm 2 Watt 30 Inputlevel 18dBm 5 Wat 32 Input level 219Bm 10 Watt 34 Input level 25dBm 25 Watt 36 Input level 26dBm 50 Watt 38 Input level 31dBm 100 Watt 40 Input level 34dBm 200 Watt 42 BassCutnormal o 44 Beestung o 46 SoundDenyON 48 Somdien OFF 50 Loudness niveauhign 52 Loudness niveau medium O 52 Loudness
4. Suitable for children home alone security 14 The output level can be set to maximum unregulated level OdB Suitable for general use 16 The output level can be set to power 10 db Provides higher average level as the speaker Adjust the sound dynamic when played loud factory setting 18 The output level can be set to extra power 20 db For even higher average level as the speaker Adjust the sound even more dynamic when played loud This option is suitable for large rooms Or party Input level The speaker is set at the factory to self adapt to the hi fi system it is connected But it may be an advantage to preset speaker s sensitivity to match the hi fi system it is connected Especially with surround systems it would be good to preset the input sensitivity of the individual speakers Although sensitivity is set in advance the speaker will always regulate down if the level is higher than it has been set Normally all speakers should be set to the same sensitivity and then fine tuning of the individual channels is made on the sound system The speaker must always be set to the nearest greater value than the output that the sound system is provided for An example If a surround sytem data is provided to 5 35W all speakers should be set to 50W The speaker can also be connected to amplifiers with line output level again select the next larger level Note If the LED occasiona
5. loudspeakers can be placed in an upright position anywhere in the listening room if you just make sure to place them on a stable and solid material TP 160 TP300 can be placed in the vertical as a center speaker However there are other things to be taken into consideration Acoustic if the speakers are placed in a corner or close up against a wall you can compensate for this by choosing the right setting with sound switch It would be ideal to place TP TUBE loudspeakers free standing with at least 50 cm away from the nearest wall Aesthetic find out what location that makes it easier to hide the wires The distance to the nearest power outlet every speaker must be connected to power source With each speaker delivered a 2m long power cord If the distance to the nearest outlet is larger an extension cord should be used The distance to the sound source Radio amp CD player etc The distance between the speakers We are always ready to assist with advice and guidance about placement and adjustment Signal cables Link Cables Adaptors You can control up to three TP TUBE loudspeakers with the same signal cable See Installing page 14 This is possible because the signal cable has three paired signal lines and the two inputs output connectors makes it possible to connect speakers in series This solution can simplify cable connections from source to the speakers The following cables are availab
6. TP TUBE User Guide It s almost unnatural that these sticks can give the impression of being huge speakers It s so unrealistic that youwon t believe it until you have experienced it Johnny S rensen Active speakers by TP RADIO Health and safety Always use an original TP Tube stand if the speaker is to be free standing Otherwise the speaker may fall over and cause injury The sound pressure generated from TP TUBE loudspeakers can cause hearing damage if the ear is too close to the speaker Never play with a high sound pressure when a person s head is less than 1m from a speaker Note TP TUBE speaker is so heavy that it is able to cause damage to the feet and other body parts if it is dropped When you have to deal with heavy objects such as TP TUBE loudspeakers make sure to always use proper lifting techniques bend your knees and hold back upright and arms as close to your body as possible NOTE This is a Beta version 1 2 2013 of the userguide and we keep the rights to change it at any time UserGuide March 2013 For TP160 TP300 TP500 Quick Guide Introduction Functions Place the Speaker Connections Connect the speaker The Front indicator Customize setting with TPlay Documentation Interface Pin out Your own setup 11 14 16 20 22 30 33 34 Here s a quick guide to setting up and using TP Tube Series Your TP Tube is supplied with an auto function t
7. TUBE active speakers e Class D digital amplifiers Each of the four woofers in TP 500 is powered by its own 100W PWM power amplifier Class D is a digital amplifier with efficiency up to 90 In TP 160 the same type of Class D power amplifier is used for both woofer and tweeter unit an amplifier for each unit Max output is set to 80W e DMOS A separate 100W DMOS power amplifier drives the tweeter in the TP 500 and TP300 e SoundDeny antitheft system SoundDeny system is a very effective anti theft system The patent pending technology ensures that TP TUBE loudspeakers can not be used if stolen The system works as follows If the power at any time is removed from the TP TUBE loudspeakers for more than 6 hours the digital electronic locks the speakers and prevent use until a unique Audio key is supplied to the speakers The beneficial owner of the speakers can simply play the unique audio tracks from TPlay CD or the USB from a completely common source and unlock the speakers See Customize settings with TPlay If TPlay CD USB is kept in a safe place the speaker can not be used if it is stolen If the beneficial owner loses or destroys TPlay CD USB then TP Radio provide a copy under the circumstances that a correct serial number and the purchase can be documented e SOUND This switch determines the frequency curve that best fits the location of the speaker in the listening room 1 Fre
8. built in protection circuit is activated briefly This does not hurt the speaker If the LED lights up red more persistent you need to turne down the volume e If the LED briefly flashes purple it means that the signal from the sound source is too strong Read the description under Customize settings with TPlay Using TPlay CD USB light blinks see description under Customize settings with TPlay Before taking your speakers in use for the first time Decide whether to use Active Loudness function and set the loudness switch then Determine where the speaker is to be placed and set the switch Sound Determine whether the speaker is a left right or center speaker and set input switch then You can with TPlay set input level depending on your amp Determine whether you want to use SoundDeny anti theft function es Info The accompanying TPlay CD USB contains soundtrack to adjust the speaker properties beyond what is possible with the switches at the rear of the speaker The soundtrack is divided such that all even numbers have a function while the odd numbers are empty numbers that separates the individual functions so that you can manage to stop playing before the next function starts To enable a function to a value simply play the number that gives the desired value Hi fi system must be set to normal liste
9. estanding used when the speaker is placed 50 cm or more from a wall and it is not in a corner 2 Near the wall used when the speaker is located less than 50 cm from a wall and it is not in a corner 3 Corner used when the speaker is placed in a corner Installation of TP TUBE TP 500 TP 300 is cleared for use in freestanding mode when the original TP TUBE stand is mounted For stability reasons this stand should always be used when the loudspeaker is to be detached TP 160 has not a requirement for installation of a stand 1 2 Unpac TP TUBE speaker A piece of soft protective materials such as a small blanket or foam material on a solid table that is large enough for the speaker to be there Lay the speaker on the side of the protective material in such a way that the bottom of the loudspeaker protrudes beyond the edge of the table See Figure 3 Keep stand optional not supplied with the speaker up towards the bottom of the speaker and secure it with the supplied allen screw forts ttes 5 Tighten the screw with the supplied Allen key 6 Lift the speaker with both hands and place it gently on the floor in an upright position Note Never lie or support the speaker on the front Metal grill with black fabric Use a soft surface if the speaker is on its side the painted surface can be scratched by direct contact with a hard surface ou are now ready to place your speakers TP TUBE
10. ft side of a column is the track number e Values highlighted in bold red are initial values after reset e All odd numbered tracks are empty The following functions can be changed with TPlay e e la E e Description of track features The speakers can be reset to default values The speakers automatic On Off circuits can be adjusted The speakers volume level can be adjusted The speakers input sensitivity can be adjusted The speakers bassCut can be adjusted The speakers SoundDeny can be activated and deactivated The speakers loudnes level can be adjusted 1 Test Tone to adjust the volume 2 Reset speaker to the factory settings see table Auto power When the speaker is made to work with many different hi fi systems it may happen that speaker either will not turn off automatically or off by playing very low Therefore the sensitivity of the circuit can be changed 4 On circuit can be set to a lower level if the speaker turns off at low sound levels 6 On circuit can be set to normal level factory setting 8 On circuit can be set to a higher level if the speaker does not turn off Output level The speaker output volume level can be adjusted depending on the needs 10 The output level can be set to never be higher than room level 20db Suitable for children home alone security 12 The output level can be set to never being more than strong room level 10db
11. he back panel connectors Never use cleansers that contain abrasives solvents or other chemical deter gents daily use Once you have set up and adjusted the speakers as described in the instruc tions on the following pages Connected to the power source and is ready for use TP TUBE enters standby mode automati cally when not in use and this is shown in th indicator with a red light e Active speakers TP TUBE loudspeakers are active speakers which means that the amplifiers to equip the speaker units are located inside the cabinet In addition to the usual input signal active speakers requires an external power source e Auto power on off TP TUBE loudspeakers are supplied with a built in Auto Power On Off func tion In standby mode it means that as soon as it detects a signal on the input the speaker automatically turns On This is indicated with blue light in the indicator Fig 1 Power On level can be adjusted read more in the section Customize settings with TPlay If there is not detected a signal at the input for more than five minutes the speakers turns off go into stand by mode automatically This is shown with red light in the indicator Fig 1 If the speakers are used with B amp O Powerlink controlled equipment the TP Tube speakers automatically turns on off at the same time as the B amp O equipment e Active Loudness The active loudness techn
12. le SK652 Line adapter Line level input 30 cm long phono plug to the sound source D 15 female connector at the other end SK688 Line adapter Line level input 30 cm long 3 5 Jack at the sound source D 15 female connector at the other end SK653 speaker adapter Speaker level input 30 cm long Stripped and tinned wire to the sound source D 15 socket on other end SK654 Power link adapter only for B amp O systems Speaker Level input 30 cm long DIN plug to the sound source D 15 female connector at the other end SK651 1 Extension Cable 1 0m D 15 male to D 15 female SK651 35 Extension Cable 3 5m D 15 male to D 15 female Sk651 10 Extension Cable 10m D 15 male to D 15 female For accessories and prices please call or go to www tptube dk 1 230V 2 IN 3 OUT 4 LOUDNESS 5 INPUT 6 SOUND The power cord SK654 is inserted here Here you connect the audio source Or link cable from the second TP TUBE speaker Here you can connect the link cabel to the next TP TUBE speaker This switch turns the active loudness function On or Off Sets the speaker to left right or center You can with this switch determine location of the speaker in the listening room Example of Adapter use i a stereo setup Volume controled line output Speaker output Stereo Forst rker Forsterker a Center SK652 SR
13. lly flashes purple this indicates that speaker is set at too low a level When this is the case there will be distortion in the entrance in the worst cases it can destroy the speaker if you play very loud 20 input level Auto factory setting 22 input level OdBm 0 7V rms 24 input level 6 dBm 1 5V rms 26 input level 12 dBm 3V rms 1 W sinus rms 28 input level 15 dBm 4 5V rms 2 W sinus rms 30 input level 18 dBm 6V rms 5 W sinus rms 32 input level 21 dBm 9V rms 10 W sinus rms 34 input level 25 dBm 14V rms 25 W sinus rms 36 input level 28 dBm 20V rms 50 W sinus rms 38 input level 31 dBm 28V rms 100 W sinus rms 40 input level 34 dBm 40V rms 200 W sinus rms BassCut The loudspeaker can be adjusted to work with a subwoofer In this setting the deepest bass tones are removed which instead comes out of the subwoofer 42 44 BassCut is set to normal 40 Hz factory setting BassCut set to high 150 Hz when there is a subwoofer connected SoundDeny This feature only works on the speaker when CD USB has the same serial number Whether the speaker is activated or deactivated the device is always being unlocked when played 46 The speaker theft activated 48 The speaker theft deactivated factory setting Loudness The speaker is factory set to normal loudness function Meaning that it provides a mild regulating of the bass and treble This po
14. ning level and must not be adjusted while the track is playing Hi fi system sound setting should be set to neutral If the SoundDeny is activatet the notes could not be heard but the function will nevertheless be executed The first number 1 is a test tone that can be used to adjust sound level All even numbers starting with 2 tones of 6 sec duration At the end of the second tone the LED on the front start flashing purple indicating that the sound level is in order Then there will be rapid succession a series of tones that make up the function itself If the light at the end of these notes is red for 2 seconds it meant that there was an error In case of failure you can try increasing or decreasing the volume level a bit and try again Note when adjusting the surround system it may be necessary to play the 4 stereo or put the rear speakers as front speakers temporarily to get sound level enough to get adjustment to work The function of the audio tracks These numbers works on all speakers regardless of serial These numbers These numbers number only works on works on all speaker speakers with the right regardless of Serial No Serial No Auto power Output level Input level BassCut SoundDeny Loudness on level Anti theft level Ae ee ee eS eee ae DI GED ID ee eee A e ee a epee E 1 Watt 2 Watt 18dBm 5 Watt 10 Watt 25 Watt 50 Watt 100 Watt 200 Watt e The numbers on the le
15. niveau medium 54 Loudness niveau low TP RADIO Agenavej 35 37 2670 Greve Danmark TP TUB E Phone 45 43 90 60 48 E Mail info tptube dk wwwu tptube dk
16. o make installation easy 1 Place your speakers as described in the user manual 2 Connect with 230V power cord and audio source with link cables and adapters Set left and right speakers INPUT switch see page 15 3 Turn on your audio device Play music sound and register that the speak ers also powers on Blue LED on 4 Crank up your audio for about 6 seconds Be aware that there may be damage to your hearing Use if necessary earplugs Then turn down the listening level again Your speakers have now adapted to the source they are connected to and is now ready for use It is recommended to read the user manual carefully and adjust the speaker following its instruction Congratulations on your new TP TUBE active speakers You have with TP TUBE series acquired an Danish designed and produced quality product that we hope you will enjoy for many years When you unpack your speakers You must ensure that there are the following contents in each package and that it is not damaged e 1 Speaker e 1 SK 655 Power cord 2 m e 1 Key Package TPlay CD USB 1 User manual Signal cables signal adapter speaker stand is an accessory and must be ordered separately Cleaning If it is necessary to clean the speaker cabinet use a soft lint free cloth that has been soaked in water with a bit of normal detergent Be careful not to let water into the speaker Avoid using a wet cloth on t
17. ollowing information is for users who want to interface directly to TP TUBE speaker control system Input connector provides a serial connection used for factory setup programming In addition to the balanced left right and center signals the input terminal connected to the following On used for Powerlink control On_n inverted level on off control Control bring same gain to all connected speakers RX serial data programming TX serial data programming PWR 5 V output only factory use FACT special function pin only factory use Pin connections are as follows Centre in Centre in ON_N input TRX GND Left in Left in GND Control 15 Only factory use warranty lapse if the pin is connected Remember your adjustment Once you ve tagged your speakers to the desired adjustment it can be difficult to remember which tracks you have used With the form to the right you can check which tracks you have used and even create multiple lists Example you can create a normal list which is your best setup And maybe a party list where you raise the output level of 20 dB and change the loudness Or a Children home alone list where output level 20dB is used The possibilities are many 2 Reset X X 4 Auto power on low 10 Outputlevel 2008 14 16 18 Da imputieversem x 26 Inputievel 1208m1Wat M 28 Inputlevel 158m 2wa __
18. ology physiological volume control used in TP TUBE loudspeakers are unique to these products In TP TUBE loudspeakers there are used a very subtle acoustic natural process that dynamically regulates the amount of boost depending on the frequency and level after the so called Fletcher Munson curves Active loudness level can be changed with the included TPlay CD USB The function can if desired be turned off by a switch on the panel on the cabinet rear Cable Connections page 13 fig 2 e Auto leveling input TP TUBE loudspeakers can be used with any audio source standard line level professional line level power amplifier output level With first time use or after reset the unique auto leveling input function adjusts the input gain to suit most amplifiers from 5W and up If it is necessary to connect the speakers to a line level output the start level is set using the CD USB read more in the section Customize settings with TPlay e Limiters TP TUBE loudspeakers are protected by a digital limiter which provides protection of the speaker units from being destroyed by limiting the output level This means that it is impossible to destroy the devices playing too high e DSP Crossover Frequency physiological volume control equalizer and limiting features are implemented in a 24 bit Digital Signal Processor DSP completes the use of the high efficiency amplifiers used in TP
19. sition fits the space between 20m2 and 30m2 If the regulation seems to be too strong it can be set to low and vice versa if the regulation seems too weak it can be set to high 50 Loudness level is set to low 52 Loudness level set to normal factory setting 54 Loudness level is set to high TP TUBE 500 Dimensions Weight Cabinet type Cabinet finish Standby consumption Supply voltage Power amplifier modules Amplifier types Maximum output power Effective frequency range Input sensitivity Woofer size Tweeter size Net volume Auto power off time TP TUBE 300 Dimensions Weight Cabinet type Cabinet finish Standby consumption Supply voltage Power amplifier modules Amplifier types Maximum output power Effective frequency range Input sensitivity Woofer size Tweeter size Net volume Auto power off time 16 6 x 15 6 x 121 cm 18 kg Bass reflex Painted Aluminium lt 2W 200 260 VAC 50 Hz 5 Digital amplifiers for woofers DMOS amplifier for tweeter 500W total 50 20 000 Hz 700mvV to 30V auto levelling 4 x 52 inches 1x1 inch 15 litres 5 minutes 16 6 x 15 6 x 51 cm 11 kg Bass reflex Painted Aluminium lt 2W 200 260 VAC 50 Hz 2 Digital amplifier for woofer DMOS amplifier for tweeter 300W total 50 20 000 Hz 700mvV to 30V auto levelling 2 x 4 inches 1x 1 inch 5 0 litres 5 minutes TP TUBE 160 Dimensions Weight
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