Digital Technology Series User`s Manual
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1. CIC CMLONEE the Electronics Maker Poet 6 coin 108 6 Protec 6 con 1008 Ow owe Orem soi o e Protet cin 108 Om 6 ve 6 temp su Oo Fo crm 6 ws Gen 208 tem som roc crm 08 amp y 28 Stem son m a 10 w 05 ve 6 temp Digital Technology Series CLECHOME XTDT 3200 Digital Technology Series 0 CVECHONIC XTDT 3800 Digital Technology Series s CLVECH ONE XTDT 4800F Digital Technology Series Ele ONC XTDT 6000F ATE ELECTRONIC Important safety instructions This symbol indicates the presence of important directions for use and information that should be given particular attention so as to use the product properly This symbol indicates the presence of dangerous voltage that may cause the risk of electrical shock Pay the utmost attention and proceed cautiously 1 Follow carefully the attached documentation and keep it for future reference 2 Comply with the warnings 3 Store the packaging and check that all material is in excellent conditions 4 Do not use water near the product do not pour water or any other liquid on the amplifier Do not to use it with wet hands or feet into the water 5 Do not use next to heat sources such as radiators stoves or the like 6 Check the integri2. Open position 75Hz Closed position 30Hz Default position Closed NOTE the filter is enabled by the switch on the back 10 By pass of the Signal for Optional DSP cards or Dedicated modules GREEN Jumper J5 Ch A C J9 Ch B D Open position card Present Closed position card not Present Default position Closed XTE ELECTRONIC Protection features All professional XTE amplifiers are equipped with strong protection systems that shelter the amplifier and its load These protection systems ensure the power amplifier a long operating life Limiter When the limiter is ON the CLIP LIM LED lights on With the limiter intervention the channel gain will automatically lower to protect the load loudspeaker from damage caused by signal distortion It is not possible to disable the limiter s circuit Thermal protection The temperature state of the dissipator is constantly checked the Hl Temp LED gives indications on the temperature status The Hi Temp starts flashing if the dissipater reaches a temperature of 60 C In such case the input signal of the relevant channel will be automatically decreased until a temperature for the correct running is reached If the Hi Temp LED stops flashing and the light remains on anomalous working condition the whole system will go to mute until the temperature reaches normal levels Power security check On XTE amplifiers the output current is constantly checked as well
3. KC gt ChE E D ka EN e OA O mi 432mm Do not adjust the configuration switches while the amplifier is turned on Never connect a hot output to ground or to another hot Fig 3b Back panel XTDT4800F XTDT6000F 12 Fan discharge grids The fan of the cooling system creates an airflow with for back direction The air for cooling the amplifier is taken from the opening on the front side and it is then discharged through the opening on the back Attention do not obstruct these openings 13 A C Mains cable Make sure that the cable is undamaged and that the connecting plug has ground earth connection 14 S N tag Every unit has a tag that shows model power consumption and serial number 15 Speakon output connectors There is a connector for every channel when operating in stereo or parallel mode For operating in bridge use connector A C refer to drw page 9 10 11 16 Switch for mode setting Switch to set the usage mode refer to drawings page 9 10 and 11 17 Input connectors Combo connectors female XLR with 6 3mm jack and Europlug a connector for every channel for balanced or unbalanced inputs Attention noises such as buzzing or disturbance on the loudspeakers may occur when installing wiring next to dimmer motors etc Balanced connections reduce considerably such noises 18 HPF filter Switch ON OFF This switch enables the filter circuit 19 Data
4. clip point and at the limiter intervention 6 Protection LED Protection LED that lightens when the load voltage is under 1 Ohm or the amplifier output has been short circuited 7 Exp LED It indicates that an optional expansion board has been inserted 8 Hi Temp LED lt will start flashing when the dissipator temperature starts increasing At 60 C the Hi Temp LED will start flashing and the output power will be gradually reduced At 75 C the Hi Temp LED will remain lit and A B C D channels will go into mute until the temperature reaches normal level resetting is automatic Attention this condition usually occurs due to inadequate ventilation clearance please check thoroughly the amplifier installation 9 Active LED It lights to show that the amplifier is on and runs properly 10 Starting up push button A soft start system limits absorption when starting up 11 Ventilation grid Grid with sponge filters for proper ventilation of the amplifier and to prevent dust infiltration Attention Do not block the ventilation entries ATE ELECTRONIC Back panel controls and connectors 4 3 12 15 19 17 6 18 Bl a 95 265 VAC WULUH Hi Jl el 432mm Fig 3a Back panel XTDT3200 XTDT3800 4 03 3 15 Q 07 9 19 IF IMPUT M DATA ro A 305Hx Hi eps rl ne i RIA TPT PORTS A TE Eee LI STEREO Y N PORZIO at i ill Ta A
5. equipment till final assemblage All products XTE are made with the main purpose of guaranteeing our clients full satisfaction thus we underline that the product you have chosen uses the most advanced technology An improper use of the amplifier can compromise its correct operation Therefore we recommend you to carefully and correctly use it Read this manual carefully as it contains essential information for a safe use of your amplifier Unpacking Immediately inspect the package and its content so as to check whether there are any signs of damage After unpacking check the product and all parts if you notice any damage inform your dealer immediately It is advisable to save the packaging materials even if the amplifier shows no sign of shipping damage you might have to return it to XTE or to one of its dealers Use the original package only which is the best way to protect the equipment from shipping mishandling EK C 88mm Installation Assembly All models of the XTE Digital Technology amplifiers may be installed in a 19 standard rack strand For the assembly 4 holes are present on the front panel in order to get an optimum fastening that is important in movable systems additional supports are placed on the back Pay particular attention during the installation we remind you that the amplifiers should not be installed in places with High temperatures Dus
6. sample of this product has been tested and approved to meet the requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive EMC These requirements have been defined so as to provide reasonable protection against dangerous interference of electrical equipment Whenever this product has not been installed or handled according to these guidelines it might interfere with other equipment such as radio receivers However there is no guarantee that they should not occur in a specific installation Should this equipment interfere with transceiver equipment such possibility can be checked by switching on and off the device the user should try to cancel the interference by observing one or more of the following measures Increase the distance between the device and the receiver Connect the device to a plug linked to a different circuit with respect to the one to which the receiver is connected Redirect or move the receiver s antenna Make sure that the unit concerned conforms to the EMC immunity limits CE labelled All electrical equipment sold in the EC should be approved as for what concerns protection against electromagnetic fields high tension and radio interference Contact qualified personnel XTE ELECTRONIC Introduction Congratulations on choosing power XTE amplifiers and thanks for trusting us and our products Your amplifier has been carefully planned in the smallest details starting with every part of its
7. Audio Professional Assistance Service Distributor Dealer or XTE Audio Italy for maintenance assistance Specifications MODEL XTDT3200 XTDT3800 XTDT4800F XTDT6000F Power Output Per Channel 80 850W 1100W 700W 850W 20 2000W 1500W 40 4000W 3000W Frequency Response 20Hz 20kHz Distortion SMPTE IM lt 0 35 3dB below rated power 8 Q Input Sensitivity 4 Q 0 775V OdB or 1 23V 4dB internally set 0 775V is standard factory set Hum and Noise 100dB A weighted Output Connectors each channel Neutrik Soeakon Led Indicators Active status signal 35dB level 200B level 10dB clip limiter protect hi temperature internal option module expansion Load Protection On off muting clip limiter DC fault power supply shutdown Power Supply Regulated global power supply 95 265VAC works anywhere in the world with PFC Power Factor Correction Power Requirements 95 265VAC 50 60Hz Current Draw 230VAC 1 8 power 3 2A 3 7A 4 5A 5 5A 40 at idle 0 5A 0 5A 0 5A 0 5A Dimensions WxHxD 483 x 88 x 455mm Shipping 13 kg 14 8 kg ls ATE electronic Via Tragni 6 42043 Gattatico RE ITALY Tel 39 0522 900166 Fax 39 0522 678548 WWW XTEELECTRONIC COM EN_XTDT_Series Rev 1 0
8. als on earth or parallel Attention always unplug the Link switches when running the amplifier for Bi amping ATE ELECTRONIC Fig 4a Stereo Mode XTDT3200 XTDT3800 Fig 4b Stereo Mode XTDT4800F XTDT6000F 5a Bridged Mono Mode XTDT3200 XTDT3800 Fig XTE ELECTRONIC Fig 5b Bridged Mono Mode XTDT4800F XTDT6000F Fig 6a Parallel Inputs Link XTDT3200 XTDT3800 ATE ELECTRONIC CHC eee TA MA PORTA MUN ite Dats pi ane CE P vpi TAN a e E Elo B cun Eset COO TS NDAN y PE eee 2 Leo Eroi b Mi z TEON S 9 eB dle R101 partie gajas 0 lt ae ue c__o ew cujo LI a BS CMR ps cof oo i pop h i LET on e E Ci i an m ES me ca i Gee CE 3 4 ro a E_ Bf A g Fig 7 Jumper settings board aon pig 623 GAGAT pay rg D c OE a ic Pi il oo C E Wo Ei Miro TOF asa 058 pie ie A EHT na Let CLF n Spata cai Rig RIH n ei Es gwg ge SORIA GAIN ay Dz6 E Z 8 mo ol 88 ow RH S o wT Sensitivity setting BLUE Jumper J6 Ch A C J10 Ch B D Open Position 1 23V 40 4dB Closed position 0 775V 40 0dB NOTE the manufacturer s setting is 0 775V 4 0 Selection of the Filer Frequency YELLOW Jumper J4 Ch A C J12 Ch B D
9. as the input signal condition If the current exceeds the maximum allowed level output tension will be automatically readjusted in order to assure the amplifiers security status Power security control acts especially in case of connection to a load with impedance lower than the recommended levels or if at the amplifier s output a non acoustic signal is released during long periods of time 1 1 DC protection If a value higher than or equal to 7V occurs the presence of a DC on channels will be monitored and the amplifier s output stage and the switching supply will be blocked This allows loudspeaker protection from the DC Absorption limitation The power XTE amplifiers are provided with a soft start system to reduce the absorption when switched on This feature is particularly useful in multiple amplifiers installations Power supply protection The A C voltage is monitored if its value does not fall within the correct running range over or under voltage the supply will be automatically blocked The amplifier will restart when the main supply voltage exceeds the minimum running tension or is under the maximum running voltage Switch on turn off transients A mute circuit without relay with a delayed starting up and immediate power turning off has been inserted in order to avoid the switch on turn off transients that may cause damage to the loudspeakers Maintenance information Please contact the nearest XTE
10. nce the air should easily flow through the amplifier meeting no resistance Setting Make sure that the equipment is turned off before setting it according to your needs Use the internal switches and jumpers for setting it is also possible to set the amplifier for the following functions Input sensitivity For settings input sensitivity used internal jumper refer to drawings page 12 It is possible to select an independent setting for each channel the available settings are 0 775V OdB and 1 23V 4dB The manufacturer s setting is 0 775V Selectable filter for low frequencies Your amplifier is equipped with an HPF filter that can be selected for every channel The cutting frequencies available are 30 or 75 Hz To set the cutting frequencies use internal jumpers follow the procedures as shown in diagram 7 page 12 starting up is made through the switch on the back When the filter is disabled the amplifier will still be protected by the input DC Stereo mode standard When using stereo mode every channel operates independently and its input attenuators control the respective level The minimum recommended load for running in stereo is 2 Ohms per channel for XTDT3200 and XTDT3800 and 4 Ohms per channel for XTDT4800F and XTDT6000F please refer to technical specifications The input signal ca be connected by using Combo or Europlug connectors cabled on the back panel The loudspeakers are linked to the output co
11. nnectors speakon A B C D refer to fig 4 page 9 Bridged mono mode The bridged mono mode is enabled when the Link Bridge switches on the back panel are positioned to ON Using bridged mono mode implies that both channels of the amplifier A and B or C and D are running with the same input signal but with inverted phases For output power values refer to technical specifications on page 14 For bridged mono usage a single input Ch A or Ch B Ch C or Ch D is required and you should pay particular attention so that both level attenuators A and B C and D are set to the same position we recommend you to set them to position 0 dB To connect the signal both connectors Combo or Europlug can be used The loudspeakers should be linked to the output connector speakon A C refer to fig 5 page10 Parallel inputs Link The parallel mode is enabled when the Link switches are set to position ON In parallel mode the inputs of both channels are connected and receive the same signal The input signal shall be connected to Ch A or Ch B Ch C or Ch D Both input connectors Combo or Europlug can be used Level attenuators work independently it is therefore possible to set a different level for every channel The loudspeakers are linked to the speakon output connectors A or B C or D See fig 6 page 11 Please pay attention so that only the inputs are connected in parallel Never connect the positive output termin
12. port This port is used as Input Output connection with the optional expansion cards such as DSP or customised modules to equalize or to filter the signal For further information refer to the DSP User s Guide XTE ELECTRONIC Usage Connecting to the mains and power absorption Check whether there is enough power to supply the amplifier refer to the data at the end of this manual Pay attention to the voltage of the network that should comply with the directions reported on the back of the amplifier Maximum power consumption is limited solely through the internal fuses Attention before any audio connection keep in mind that the regular procedure A is to turn off the amplifier and to unplug it from the mains and to set the volume tuners to the minimum during starting up Cooling Pay particular attention to the ventilation cooling conditions of the amplifier An internal system of forced airflow by a variable speed fan allows cooling of the dissipators due to the heat generated by power parts The airflow is directed from the front panel to the back panel of the amplifier which means that the air comes in from the front entry and is discharged through the back opening Pay particular attention so that there is enough space at the amplifier front side to allow the air to go in and enough space at the back to allow it to come out If the amplifier is installed in a rack strand make sure that there is enough air cleara
13. t and excessive humidity Presence of intense magnetic fields Water next to the component e Vibrations e Closed spaces inhibiting a proper ventilation Digital Technology Series PONE ALE O SY A Fig 1Dimensions XTE ELECTRONIC Front panel control and indicators OO OOOO D 7 ic O H ne xe O One wa O xme Digital Technology Series e CIECIFONIC Fig 2a Front panel XTDT3200 XTDT3800 YOO VODA protect Om TO curun G O atun D 0 bi 4 y ae A Palla O 7 Digital Technology Series PONER N e CVECHONIE Fig 2b Front panel XTDT4800F XTDT6000F 1 Holes for the assembly 2 Standard rack handles 3 Input attenuators A precision attenuator for every channel with 21 positions allows you to tune the amplifiers level for every channel Attention when using a mono in bridge both level attenuators A B C D should be set to the same position Please set them to position 0 dB 4 Signal bar LED Every channel has a LED bar that shows the input signal level Green LED shows the presence of a signal and level 20dB yellow 10dB Respectively 0 1 1 and 10 of maximum power 5 Clip Limiter LED Every channel has a LED that lightens at
14. ty of the mains cable Do not tread on the cable and do not squeeze the plug 7 Connect the plug to a socket equipped with grounding Do not camper the plug If the plug supplied is not consistent with your socket please apply to an electrician for its replacement 8 Connect to supply mains with the same voltage as indicated on the back of the amplifier 9 Install the amplifier in compliance with the instructions 10 Do not obstruct the air ducts 11 Disconnect the appliance in case of storm and if unused 12 Connect according to the instructions only 13 Do not connect input signal higher than that indicated in the manual 14 Do not connect the amplifier output to the input of another channel 15 Do not connect any output of the amplifier to power sources such as battery voltage supply or outlet regardless of the amplifier is on or off 16 Keep the volume controls to a minimum during the amplifier switching on off 17 Do not remove the upper or lower cover there is a risk of electrical shock 18 Do not try to self repair the appliance but apply to qualified personnel 19 Clean with a dry cloth only 20 The product shall be handled by skilled personnel in the following cases mains cable or plug damaged Exposure of the product to rain or humidity Some liquid entered inside the unit An object fell on the unit The unit fell down and is damaged The product does not work correctl
15. y or shows a remarkable change of performance 21 A careful supervision is necessary if the product is used in the presence of children or inexpert adults 22 This product could produce sound levels which cause damage to the hearing Pay the utmost attention and do not operate at high level of volume or at an uncomfortable level for a long time Consult an audiometric specialist in case of hearing loss or complaints ATE ELECTRONIC Declaration of conformit This device conforms to the requirements of the EMC directive 89 336 EEC amended by 92 31 EEC and the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC amended by 93 68 EEC Standards Applied EN55103 1 Emissions EN55103 2 Immunity EN60065 Class I Safety User s liability A Damages to the loudspeakers Always check the peak and continuous power of the loudspeakers This amplifier is extremely powerful and can be potentially dangerous both for the loudspeakers and for the persons Most loudspeakers may be easily damaged or broken especially by amplifiers operating in bridge Even if there is a gain reduction through the attenuators on the amplifier s front panel it is still possible to reach the maximum output power if the input signal level is high enough Dangerous output voltage The amplifier can generate hazardous output voltage Do not touch exposed cables of loudspeakers with the amplifier in operation A Radio interferences A
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