Clare Controls amp.14150 Manual de usuario
2014-12-693 • Rev 01
amp.14150 User Guide
14 channel premium amplifier
Copyright © 11DEC14 Clare Controls, Inc. All rights reserved.
This document may not be copied in whole or in part or otherwise
reproduced without prior written consent from Clare Controls, Inc.,
except where specifically permitted under U.S. and international
copyright law.
Trademarks
The amp.14150 name is a trademark of Clare Controls, Inc.
Manufacturer Clare Controls, Inc.
7519 Pennsylvania Ave., Suite 104, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA
Version This document applies to amp.14150 version 01.
Compliance
FCC compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
EU compliance
2002/96/EC (WEEE directive): Products marked with this symbol
cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European
Union. For proper recycling, return this product to your local supplier
upon the purchase of equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at
designated collection points. For more information see:
www.recyclethis.info.
Contact information For contact information, see www.clarecontrols.com.
amp.14150 User Guide i
Content
Important information...ii!
Limited three-year warranty...ii!
Limitation of liability...iii!
Important safety instructions...iv!
Welcome to amp.14150...1!
Features...1!
Rear panel features...3!
Rack mounting the amp.14150 amplifier...4!
Installation – getting connected...5!
Installation – setup and options...6!
Global switches...6!
Operations...7!
Troubleshooting...8!
Specifications...9!
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Important information
Limited three-year warranty
Clare Controls, Inc. warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this product
will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three
years, which starts from the first day you purchase this product, provided the
product was purchased from a Clare Controls Authorized Dealer.
If, during the warranty period, the unit cannot be repaired, a suitable replacement
will be issued. Replacement units will be comparable to the original. However,
due to potential design changes over time, replacement units may not be
identical to the unit replaced.
A valid invoice of purchase via an authorized dealer shall be required for any
warranty coverage.
Items not covered by this warranty
•Damage caused due to incorrect usage and/or connections.
•Damage caused due to installation by person(s) not adequately trained in the
installation of this equipment.
•Any attempt to open this unit and access internal components shall
immediately void this warranty.
•Damage caused by any physical force (dropping the unit or dropping an
object upon the unit, etc.).
•Damage caused by voltage or cycle fluctuations outside acceptable range.
•Damage caused by over-current, voltage spikes, or lightning damage due to
inadequate surge protection.
You can contact Customer Support at http://support.clarecontrols.com. Please be
ready to provide the following information.
•Product model number, version, and serial number.
•Detailed description of the trouble issues.
•Description of all connections and third-party equipment being used.
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Limitation of liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event will Clare
Controls, Inc. be liable for any lost profits or business opportunities, loss of use,
business interruption, loss of data, or any other indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages under any theory of liability, whether based in contract,
tort, negligence, product liability, or otherwise. Because some jurisdictions do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental
damages the preceding limitation may not apply to you. In any event the total
liability of Clare Controls, Inc. shall not exceed the purchase price of the product.
The foregoing limitation will apply to the maximum extent permitted by applicable
law, regardless of whether Clare Controls, Inc. has been advised of the
possibility of such damages and regardless of whether any remedy fails of its
essential purpose.
While every precaution has been taken during the preparation of this manual to
ensure the accuracy of its contents, Clare Controls, Inc. assumes no
responsibility for errors or omissions.
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Important safety instructions
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
apparatus in or near rain or moisture.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not remove cover. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
1. Read the following instructions carefully.
2. Keep manual for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions in this manual.
5. Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing and that no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
6. Do not use this apparatus near water.
7. Clean only with a dry cloth.
8. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install according to manufacturer’s
instructions.
9. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves
or other apparatus that produce heat.
10.Do not override the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades - one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
11.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug,
convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits from the apparatus.
12.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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15.The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
16.The MAINS plug or the appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device,
and shall remain readily operable.
17.To completely disconnect this unit from the AC MAINS, disconnect the power
supply cord plug from the AC receptacle
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amp.14150 User Guide 1
Welcome to amp.14150
The Clare Controls amp.14150 is a 14-channel Class D amplifier. It is a compact
and efficient cool-running device housed in a 2U rack-mount chassis. The
amp.14150 uses an advanced switch-mode power supply to drive fourteen
channels, delivering 150 watts at 8Ω. The amp.14150 is stable to 4Ω.
The amp.14150 incorporates fourteen channels of clear audio performance. It
uses two independent feedback loops that provide lower distortion, less noise on
output, a frequency response that is less dependent on load and lower output
impedance than other Class D amplifiers.
The amp.14150 also includes a switch-mode power supply that consumes less
than 0.2 W in standby. Nine independent protection circuits ensure uninterrupted
music until maximum limits are reached.
Features
Efficiency
The amp.14150 is built on Class D technology, running cooler, more efficiently
(greater than 90%), and more economically than traditional Class A/B amps, with
equal or better audio performance.
2U form factor
Class D amplifier technology can also be built into smaller, lighter components,
allowing us to fit fourteen high-performance channels in a 2U rack-mountable
chassis.
Advanced protection
The amp.14150 features a comprehensive protection system with a total of nine
independent protection circuits. These circuits monitor the temperatures,
currents, and voltages of several different functional blocks to assure optimal
reliability.
Global switching
A dedicated input can be assigned to multiple output channels via the channel
Global In connection. By turning ON the Global DIP switch for each pair of
channels, those channels can be configured to play the common signals from the
global input. This allows you to use multiple channels for a single listening area
without the need for line level distribution amps or Y-cables.
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Individual channel and gain adjustments
Each channel has its own gain adjustment, which adjusts the maximum output.
This allows you to match the output to its area. It can also be used to limit how
loud each speaker is allowed to play. If you choose to use Global switching, you
can use the Global gain to control the maximum output for all Global channels at
once. Regardless of which gain you use, be sure to set the volume at a level that
does not clip or cause distortion when the volume is at its maximum level. This
can cause damage to the speakers and the amplifier.
Installation-friendly connections
Each speaker connection features a removable terminal connector that
accommodates up to 14 gauge stranded speaker wire.
Power
The amp.14150 receives its power from a standard 110VAC/60Hz or
240VAC/50Hz outlet. The amp can be triggered to turn on via the 12 VDC trigger
input on the rear of the amp. This allows the amp to remain in Standby mode
until it is required for use, thereby greatly reducing overall power consumption.
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