User Manual & Technical Datasheet
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1. ART Re ele OEE ere ee aoe 3 2 SABE EY ENS ER UC TION ocios 3 2 NWA RININO Str t asse RN 3 22 SERVICE sas eT ra o DRDS IA Coto Alo li Sis AG Mo asd AE oe EE eT te A MMTE TET A TETE o idos CL ee Teer Ee Stet aa 4 3 GENERAL OVERVIEW cis did did clio 4 3 1 BEFORE NOUSTARE o O O RD O a Rae DR 4 4 QUICRSTAR Das A TAS O EATE 5 5 OPERATION uscar ts 6 5 1 AUDIO SIGNAL INPUT CONNECTOR a da 6 3 2 FOO TS WTC A os 6 5 3 ROLES A AE GAS Ra EEE RET 6 5 4 LOBA EE AEEA N TA TEE ETO EO N ETE A 6 6 SETTINGS Saree aN ENEA a da OA A AE E a Ta 7 6 1 PACIORS MUI a A 7 62 PSC PHANTOM STANDBY CONTROL iaa as ais ies 7 6 3 MERE UPA ec 25 eae ano CROSS DE nets ce ee a ct es ad rcs SEE actu es ce ee 8 6 4 PERRA T On Gel US Ben rc eo e ee Oe ai eee ee eer 8 THE C PREPARATION IS ACTIVATED BY THE SECOND RIGHT FOOTSWITCH ACTIVATING THE FOOTSWITCH ENABLES YOU TO SWITCH SUCCESSIVELY BETWEEN A B AND C PREPARATION THEN BACK TO A B AND SO FORTH 8 FOR AB COMPARISONS THE SWITCH 8 PREP C USED WILL BE OFF 200 ccc ccceceeceeceececcecceccscescsccecescescscssescescuscecs 8 6 5 PREPARATION A 1 06 VIA LS SYSTEM Talaia 8 6 6 PREPARATION B 1 2 L R VIA 1 2 4 SAT SUB occcocccnnoccnnnccnnnoccnnnccnnarononorcnnorcnnnccnnnornnnorcnnnrcnnnccnnnnccnnacannnoss 8 6 7 PREPARATION C 1 2 L R VIA 7 8 LITE AND RM iueiio a a a ee 8 7 POSSIBLE ADAPTATIONS BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN o cccccoonooccnnoocconncccnnoocccnnocccononoccononcccnnoccconos 8 7 1 IN2. User Manual 6 6 Settings CONFIGURATION 1 ON PSC for output 1 2 2 ON PSC for output 3 3 ON PSC for output 4 Cd dd a 4 ON PSC for output 5 6 5 ON PSC for output 7 8 ON V VI VI y V IVI V MMAM AM 6 ON PSC for unused HEEBBEEBEE 12345678 7 ON Hi LFE upmix 8 ON Prep C used PREPARATIONS MAAMA 123 45 6 7 8 1 ON used output 1 2 Y 2 ON used output 3 j ON 3 ON used output 4 Sl y J J 4 ON used output 5 6 E B ba 1 bel be bel Dx 5 ON used output 7 8 1293 4567 8 6 ON 10dB LFE 7 ON mode SAT SUB 8 ON 1 2 via 5 6 amp 7 8 Q33 a Q31 208 499 poa AQUID Q34 Ne lg e on o A 0 o o eS a cya le x be e e 123 45 6 7 8 C in factory settings positions 6 1 Factory settings The following settings can all be adapted by a qualified technician see chapter 7 The factory settings set the global gain at OdB The roll off are set at 10dB Here is the procedure to integrate the R amp B board into the subwoofer 1 2 3 Lay the subwoofer on the side and make sure the power cable is not connected Open the 3 screws of the left side of the subwoofer amplifier board and open the back panel like a door Remove the blank cover at the back of your subwoofer this blank panel made to integrate the R amp B board only exists from the PSI Audio subwoofer A225 M V5 Please contact us at info psiaudio com if you own an older versi
3. in some way such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged the device has suffered from exposure to rain or moisture liquid has been spilled into the device objects have been dropped into the device the device does not work correctly Spare part supply e For ordering please contact your authorized dealer mentioning your device loudspeaker model and serial number see point 3 3 3 General Overview 3 1 Before you start Special care have been taken in the packaging of your PSI Audio equipment Before you start to install it please check that the following parts are included If the R amp B device is originally mounted into a subwoofer you shall also get in the package e PSI AUDIO R amp B User Manual this manual If the R amp B device is delivered to be integrated into a subwoofer you shall also get in the package e PSI AUDIO R amp B User Manual this manual e 3 separate power supply cables to connect the R amp B PCB to the subwoofer e 1 sticker A6 with the Factory settings that you can stick inside the amplifier chamber of your subwoofer as a reminder UANPA10 V3 1 PSI Audio R amp B User Manual 4 4 Quick Start We recommend that you spend some time to set up your monitoring speaker system with your Router and Bass management system Setting it up naturally takes a certain amount of time However in case you need to get started quickly please follow the quick set up guide The rest of this manual will as
4. maintenance servicing instructions or warnings 2 1 Warnings e Please read and follow the instructions of this manual carefully before using your system e Please do not open the device risk of electric shock inside e Make sure not to expose the device to any form of liquids For cleaning purposes use only a dry cloth In order to prevent spills do not place any containers containing liquid on the device Do not use the device close to water as this may create a shock hazard e Check your AC voltage and make sure that the voltage setting and fuse on the rear of the chassis are set correctly e Do not operate the device in a confined environment i e in a flight case The rear panel of the speaker must not be covered and permit appropriate circulation and ventilation of air for cooling purposes Make sure all ventilation openings are free of any obstacles e Do not operate or install this device near any kind of heat source UANPA10 V3 1 PSI Audio R amp B User Manual 3 2 2 Service The device contains no user serviceable paris All service must be performed by qualified personnel The primary fuse must be replaced by exactly the same type and rating The unit must not be opened by the user risk of a severe electric shock The device can be configured for many applications Factory settings are related to most common uses of the device Servicing is required when e changing the factory settings the device has been damaged
5. FF MODE MULTI 7 1 Factory setting A ON SE S 1 2345678 configuration SW 7 ON MODE STEREO II MODE SAT SUB Factory setting B MODE STEREO III Factory setting C bg bal 5678 i x 123485678 CONDO BW YP CON OD OO BP W Na X X X X CON DO BP GON CON O ON CON DO BPW NY a x xX X X XK XK x X XXX X x xX KKK X CON DO kh OUO Na Important notice when the R amp B is integrated into the PSI Audio A225 M the XLR output 4 of the R amp B board must be connected to the XLR input of the A225 M with a short balanced cable UANPA10 V3 1 PSI Audio R amp B User Manual O CON DOO Ff CON DO BP WY 8 C E amp RoHS Conformities Beyond the tests of all components the PSI Audio products have been tested and calibrated according to the highest quality standards The PSI Audio products have been tested according to EU directives and amendments Low voltage directive LVD 2006 95 EC Electromagnetic compatibility directive EMC 2004 108 EC The relevant technical standards are EN 60065 1998 Audio video and similar apparatus Safety requirements Class 1 EN 55103 1 E1 1996 Product Standard Emission Audio Video and audio visual apparatus for professional use EN 55103 2 E1 1996 Product Standard Immunity Audio Video and audio visual apparatus for professional use ROHS compliant This product is manufactured according to the European direct
6. PSI Audio R amp B 8A Router and Bass management User Manual amp Technical Datasheet L Sat L out2 FACTORY SETTINGS PREPARATION IN OUT Center R E 1 24 is Sub 2 L R via 1 2 4 Sat Su 2 L R via 7 8 LIII amp RIII LFE Sub Gain 0dB Optional PSC on outputs 1 6 Output PSC Phantom Standby Control Display SL L II READ THE USER MANUAL BEFORE USING LIRE LE MANUEL D UTILISATION AVANT EMPLOI BITTE DAS HANDBUCH VOR GEBRAUCH LESEN CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN BL L III ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE PAS NE PAS OUVRIR ACHTUNG GEFAHR ELEKTRISCHER SCHLAG BRIR I RoHS Conform Functions Easy switching between 3 Monitoring systems Use of one multichannel speakers system in multichannel satellite sub or stereo modes Subwoofer usable as bass extension or LFE Standby Mute and switching modes controlled by an standard double footswitch Standby control for the unused PSI Audio speakers Key features Full analog transparent system without internal channels mixing Integrated into the subwoofer PSI Audio A225 M as an option Optional display providing standby and preparation modes True balanced outputs adapted for balanced or unbalanced inputs nternal input gains adjustments Compatible with any monitors brand UANPA10 V3 1 PSI Audio R amp B User Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION lt a ere GRU E RS CAGE VA enh nt DD ERE GOA REA
7. TRODUCTION o ene ia GO o tae ie RD Do an ie Ra 8 T 2 CONFIGURATION EEEE EATE EEIT AE ae TE E E AAE EAT E EA E T 8 7 3 VISUAL CONFIGURA TIONS dae e eds can coses ia ool aw acne ces as denise aces o ino ces eee 9 8 CEE ROHS CONFORMETIES assess ini oiaicade a si dod is iCacooda t aciciobad 10 9 WARRANTS coses 10 10 BLOCK DIAGRAM susi ss 11 11 TECHNICAL DA EA iaa A a a o 11 UANPA10 V3 1 PSI Audio R amp B User Manual 2 1 Introduction Thank you very much and congratulations on your decision to purchase a professional Router and Bass mangement R amp B system from PSI Audio The R amp B here after called device can be either integrated into a subwoofer PSI Audio sub A225 M or available as a stand alone product The following instructions can be applied for both products Following carefully the instructions in this manual will ensure that your device will give you many years of reliable and trouble free operation For the latest information help or advice please contact your local PSI Audio representative or PSI Audio directly Relec S A Rue des Petits Champs 11 a b CH 1400 YVERDON Switzerland Tel 41 0 24 426 0420 Tel 41 0 24 426 0451 E info psiaudio com W www psiaudio com 2 Safety Instruction This symbol alerts the user to the presence of electrical power within the product that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock This symbol alerts the user to important operating and
8. compatible with the vast majority of audio monitors of the market Verify that the Roll Off potentiometers of the satellite monitor and of the Router are in a factory settings configuration The Roll off of the satellite monitor is turned fully clockwise in order to provide a flat frequency response to start with The Roll off of the R amp B device is turned fully counter clockwise Connect the mains cable with power whilst paying attention to the warnings mentioned under the chapter safety instructions Verify that no audio signal is been sent to the device and turn the power switch to ON The green led on the front panel will now illuminate If you work with the Satellite Subwoofer listening mode the roll off must be adjusted to get the right tonal balance with or without the subwoofer This also implies a right placement of the subwoofer as well as a Calibration of the level of the subwoofer Please refer to the User Manual of the subwoofer chapter 6 Installation p 7 to 11 for more detail about the subwoofer calibration When you switch on the device with the factory settings the R amp B is in A preparation mode You can mute your system when you press on the first left button of your remote footswitch UANPA10 V3 1 PSI Audio R amp B User Manual 5 5 Operation 9 1 9 2 9 3 9 4 Audio Signal Input Connector The female XLR connector on the rear panel provides a balanced analog input with the following wiring c
9. ght angle At the centre on the low part of the PCB are 4 groups of 8 switches The superior group manages the configurations The second group manages the preparation A The third group manages the preparation B The forth group manages the preparation C Configurations Switch 1 ON A voltage of 5V is active at the outputs 1 and 2 for mute for the monitors that feature the PSC technology If the monitors do not feature PSC technology the Switch 1 OFF Switch 2 ON Same for output 3 Switch 3 ON Same for output 4 Switch 4 ON Same for outputs 5 and 6 Switch 5 ON Same for outputs 7 and 8 UANPA10 V3 1 PSI Audio R amp B User Manual 8 Switch 6 ON The monitors unused will automatically turn in standby mode red LED If the monitors must always to be always be on green LED the switch 6 OFF Switch 7 ON On Multichannel recordings high frequencies on the input 4 LFE must absolutely be avoided For controlling in order to be sure that those frequencies could be heard all the frequencies above 120Hz are reduced by 6dB and remixed in the outputs 1 and 2 If all channels must be independent the switch 7 OFF Switch 8 ON The R amp B enables to switch successively between preparations A B and C To restrict the comparisons to AB only the switch 8 OFF 7 3 Usual configurations MODE MULTI 8 DISCRETS 1 gt _ 31__ MODE STEREO configuration SW 7 O
10. ive 2002 95 EC LESES 9 Warranty Our products are guaranteed during 2 years against any manufacturing defect Fair or wrong wear and tear are not covered by the warranty We kindly remind the user that unauthorised servicing can void the warranty In order to provide a quality service we ask the user to always join the warranty card for each Servicing For servicing the expenses and the risks of transport are the responsibility of the customer For any other provision the Swiss Code of Obligations Articles 197 to 210 will apply For any legal action reference will apply to the Court of Yverdon Switzerland only UANPA10 V3 1 PSI Audio R amp B User Manual 10 10 Block Diagram A os 7 e L Sat L e R Sat R e Center 18 LFE Sub E SUL II e SRIR II DE RO eu O BRIR III Standard 24V O a i i Remote Display Jack O O Prim STANDBY NEXT PREPARATION SELEC A B or C if used 11 Technical Data Input Impedance 8 x Sym 10kOhms Response 0 1dB 20Hz 20kHz 1 dB 5Hz 100kHz Signal to Noise Ratio 96 dBu pond A CMRR gt 55 dB 20Hz 20kHz Dynamic range gt 118 dBA Interchannel isolation gt 90 dBA Gain Inputs 1 3 5 8 OdB intern adj 2 12dB Inputs 4 0 10dB intern adj 2 12dB Max Output Level 28Vpp lt 0 001 THD if PSC used 5V DC Phantom in standby Input Overload 24 Vpp Distortion THD lt 0 001 UANPA10 V3 1 System 8 IN gt 8 OUT Connec
11. on to get a quote for an upgrade Stick the A6 sticker labelled Factory Settings inside the amplifier cnamber of your subwoofer as a help and reminder Install the R amp B board and screw the right side of the board Before you screw the panels on the subwoofer interconnect the R amp B board to the subwoofer with the 3 power supply cables There are three slots make sure to connect the power supply cable with the black connector ground in the centre slot The other two V2 and V2 shall be indifferently placed of both sides of it You can now configure your R amp B board according to your needs see chapter 7 here below Screw your R amp B and your subwoofer board The installation of the R amp B board is now done you are now ready to interconnect your source to the device and then from your device to your Speakers 6 2 PSC Phantom Standby Control The PSC is activated for outputs 1 to 6 and allows to put the unused channel in standby mode with PSC equipped monitors PSC are not activated for outputs 7 and 8 in order to switch on a Monitor system that does not feature the PSC technology UANPA10 V3 1 PSI Audio R amp B User Manual 7 6 3 6 4 6 5 6 6 6 7 7 1 7 2 Hi LFE Upmix If by accident the LFE signal contains frequencies above 120Hz those frequencies would be reduced by 6dB and reinjected in the outputs 1 and 2 to be easily detected Preparation C used The C preparation is activated by the second
12. onventions 1 Chassis Ground 2 Hot 3 Cable XLR RCA Chinch Footswitch The first button left of the remote dual footswitch enables to command the standby function of the R amp B and of the Monitors according to the configuration of the factory settings The A B and C preparations determine how to route the inputs to the outputs of the R amp B and the bass management The configuration determines if each monitor is compatible with the Phantom Standby Control PSC technology It also determines the function of the Hi LFE upmix as well as the C preparation Roll off The roll off potentiometer enables to decrease the low frequencies of the monitors for a Satellite Subwoofer preparation The roll off is not active for other types of preparations The calibration of the sub level should be done by comparing a stereo preparation with a satellite Subwoofer preparation The signal used for the calibration should contain low frequencies about 70Hz lows of a cello Adjust the level of the subwoofer then the Roll off of the R amp B so that you get the same tonal balance on both preparation with and without the subwoofer This calibration is also valid for the use of the subwoofer as an LFE in a surround system Global gain The global gain is usually set at OdB LFE 10dB In case of weaker signals non professional systems the input gains can be recalibrated by a qualified technician UANPA10 V3 1 PSI Audio R amp B
13. right footswitch Activating the footswitch enables you to switch successively between A B and C preparation then back to A B and so forth For AB comparisons the Switch 8 prep C used will be OFF Preparation A 1 8 via 1 8 system 7 1 This listening mode is adapted for multichannel monitoring 5 1 and 7 1 The inputs 1 2 3 and 5 6 7 8 via 1 2 3 and 5 6 7 8 without modifications The input 4 LFE is amplified by 10dB via output 4 At the same time it is reduced by 6dB with a high pass at 120Hz and remixed via output 1 and 2 Preparation B 1 2 L R via 1 2 4 sat sub This system is particularly efficient when space is an issue and high SPL are required for recording Low frequencies of inputs 1 and 2 are reduced by the Roll off the signal is directed respectively via output 1 and 2 The sum of the channel 1 and 2 are sent via output 4 the PSI sub A225 makes the complementary response from 24Hz Preparation C 1 2 L R via 7 8 LIII and RIII This system enables to compare a third system The inputs 1 and 2 are directed respectively via output 7 and 8 without changes Possible adaptations by a qualified technician Introduction For all changes of configuration such as configuration changes the power cable must be disconnected Unscrew the two screws on the left side of the R amp B seen from the serigraphy back panel The back panel opens likes a door and should not be opened more than the 90 ri
14. sist you in setting up your loudspeaker system and calibrate it according to your listening environment Check that the voltage value on the AC power selector is set correctly according to your local AC power supply If this is not the case it will be necessary to adjust main power with the following procedure Carefully squeeze the two latches on either side of the fuse plug and pull the fuse holder out of its socket Now replace the fuse for the different voltage setting with the correct value fuse according to the required voltage The correct value of the fuse is printed next to the On Off switch of your device Pull out the grey plastic cap which holds the fuse and turn it 180 so it shows the correct voltage setting through the outer window when placed back in its position Now you can carefully push the complete fuse holder back in to its place above the mains connector Connect the audio source s line signal from your mixer preamplifier or other equipment to the XLR connector input Control the compatibility of the PSI Audio R amp B with your monitors If you use monitors of the PSI Audio M series a standby phantom voltage PSC phantom standby control is provided by the R amp B This voltage is immediately stopped when you switch on the remote dual footswitch If some monitors do not feature the PSC technology your router can be configured accordingly by a qualified technician without any additional device Your router is therefore
15. tors IN OUT XLR Balanced Remote Jack 6 35 3p Signal input XLR 1 GND 2 3 JACK Ring GND Power ON OPEN Standby Tip GND OPEN change Next Preparation Dimensions W x H x Dmm 280 x 220 x 60 Gross Net Weight 0 95 kg Voltage 115 230V 50 60Hz Consumption Standby Quiescent Max 1 4 14 20W Mean Max Humidity lt 75 lt 90 External Temperature 5 40 Remote Standard dual foot switch ex FS 202 Stageline PSI Audio R amp B User Manual 11 UANPA10 V3 1 PSI Audio R amp B User Manual 12
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