Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................4 1.1 Further information........................... 5 1.2 Notational conventions........................6 1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 6 Safety instructions............................. 9 Features............................... 12 Installation..............................13 Connections and controls........................15 Operating..............................19 Technical specifications........................23 Plug and connection assignment....................27 Cleaning...............................
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General information 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.
General information 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Displays Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics. Examples: ‘24ch’...
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General information 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 pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.
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General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. power amplifier...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use 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.
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Safety instructions 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. Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged. DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a protective contact plug.
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Safety instructions 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.
Features Features 4-channel Class D power amplifier with built-in digital signal processor (DSP) Connections for four signal inputs, designed as XLR sockets Four lockable output sockets (Speaker Twist) Extensive adjustment options allow individual adaptation to different rooms and signal sources USB port for connection to a PC 19"...
Installation Installation NOTICE! Possible staining The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC floor and after some time cause permanent dark stains. In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor, but use felt-pad floor protectors or a carpet.
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Installation Rack mounting The unit has been designed for rack mounting in a standard 19-inch rack; it occupies one rack unit. power amplifier...
Connections and controls Connections and controls Front panel ö & 1 [POWER] Main switch. Turns the device on and off 2 Display Quadro 500 DSP...
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USB port to connect a computer. Download the driver “Prolific” from the product website under www.thomann.de to your computer, install it and open the software. Select the device under ‘DEVICES’ . After 5 seconds, the device is displayed in the right area. Click on ‘CONNECT’...
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Connections and controls Rear panel 6 [INPUT CH A] … [INPUT CH D] Connections for four signal inputs, designed as XLR sockets 7 [OUTPUT CH A] … [OUTPUT CH D] Speaker outputs, designed as lockable panel sockets (Speaker Twist) Normal mode: CH A/B/C/D speaker 1+/1– ‘Bridge 12’...
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Connections and controls 8 [Breaker] Resettable fuse 9 IEC chassis plug for the power supply. power amplifier...
Operating Operating Level meter and setting When the main menu is closed, the display symbolically shows the level of the four input chan‐ nels. To adjust the volume of the inputs, proceed as follows: Select with the control [Functions Control] one of the channels ‘CH1’ … ‘CH4’ and press the control.
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Operating Main menu In the main menu, important settings are directly accessible. Select with the control [Functions Control] the option ‘MENU’ and press the control. ð The main menu opens up. Use the [Functions Control] control to select, to set values, and to navigate the menu. Pressing the control opens a menu item or confirms a setting.
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Operating Menu item Meaning ‘EQSETTING’ Opens the settings for the channel-wise switchable 8-band equalizer, the low-pass filter and the high-pass filter. For each of the eight bands, the frequency ( ‘FREQ’ ), the Q-shape ( ‘Q’ ), and the level boost / cut ( ‘Gain’ ) can be set. Using the Bypass option ( ‘BP’...
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Operating Menu item Meaning ‘SYSTEM’ Opens the menu for important basic settings ‘WORKMODE’ ‘parallel’ Normal mode (connection 1+/1–) ‘bridged’ 3 modes selectable: ‘Bridge 12’ , ‘Bridge 34’ or ‘Bridge 12/34’ (connection 1+/2+) ‘linked’ Channel A adopt the settings (Gains, EQs, Dynamics) of the channels B, C, and D. Routing stays freely selectable.
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Technical specifications Sensibility (limiter off) 0.9 V…1.1 V (0 /– 1 dBv) Gain 34 dB ±0.5 dB Crosstalk below rated power > 50 dB Latency 0.66 ms Power consumption 1100 W Supply voltage 230 V 50 Hz Dimensions (W × H × D) 483 mm ×...
Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
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Plug and connection assignment Since the interference affects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐ ference. XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Shielding on plug housing (option) power amplifier...
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Plug and connection assignment Speaker Twist connector 1, + Signal 1 (positive) 1, – Signal 1 (negative) 2, + Signal 2 (positive) 2, – Signal 2 (negative) ö Quadro 500 DSP...
Cleaning Cleaning Fan grids The fan grids of the device must be cleaned of any contamination, such as dust, etc. on a reg‐ ular basis. Before cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect mains-operated devices from the mains. Only use pH-neutral, solvent-free and non-abrasive cleaning agents. Clean the unit with a slightly damp lint-free cloth.
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial 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.
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