SOUNDTECH Power Source PS3402 Manual de usuario

PS3402

Power Source

Stereo Power Amplifier

Operation Manual

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PS3402 Power Source

2 Channel Digital Power Amplifier

Table Of Contents

1Introduction......................................................................................... 2

2Important Safety Instructions............................................................. 3

3Warranty Information.......................................................................... 4

4Panel Description............................................................................... 5-6

5Connecting Your System................................................................... 7-10

6System Hookup Diagram................................................................... 11

7Block Diagram.................................................................................... 12

8Specifications...................................................................................... 13

IIntroduction

The SoundTech PS3402 Power Sourceis a high quality power amplifier featuring

state-of-the art performance designed for professional sound reinforcement and installation use.

The PS3402 is a stereo digital power amplifier that can also be used for high level monophonic

performance by making use of the bridge mode.

A distinguishing feature of the Power SourceSeries Amplifiers is the Digital switching

power supply that makes high powered performance with extremely low weight possible.

The PS3402 Power Sourcefeatures oversized high efficient heat sinks in a wind tunnel

cooling system with a variable speed fan for trouble free operation under the most adverse

conditions. In addition, PS3402 Power Sourcehas attractive front panel controls with a full

complement of LED’s to monitor functions and performance level conditions.

While providing powerful, accurate and reliable performance along with outstanding value,

your SoundTech PS3402 Power Sourcepower amplifier has been designed for many years of

dependable service. Please take the time to read this manual before operation so that you fully

understand the features and correct use of this exceptional product.

II Important Safety Instructions

1. Read Instructions-All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the

amplifier is operated.

2. Retain Instructions-The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future

reference.

3. Heed Warnings-All warnings on this amplifier and in the operating instructions should

be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions-All instructions should be followed.

5. Water and Moisture-This amplifier should not be used near water-for example,

near a bathtub, sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, etc.

6. Heat-This amplifier should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat.

7. Power Sources-This amplifier should be connected to a power supply only of the type

described in the operating instructions or as marked on the amplifier. If you are not sure

of the type of power supply to your home, consult an electrician or local power

company.

8. Polarization-If the amplifier is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug

(a plug having one blade wider than the other), this plug will fit into the power outlet only

one way. This is a safety feature. if you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet,

try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace

your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

9. Grounding-If the amplifier is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having

a third (grounding) pin, this plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet.

This is safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your

electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

grounding-type plug.

10. Power Cord Protection-Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not

likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying

particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they

exit from the amplifier.

11. Damage Requiring Service-Unplug this amplifier from the wall outlet and refer

servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the amplifier.

c. If the amplifier has been exposed to rain or water.

d. If the amplifier does not operate normally by following the operating Instructions.

Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an

improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require

extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the amplifier to its normal

operation.

e. If the amplifier has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the amplifier exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for

service.

12. Servicing-Do not attempt to service this amplifier yourself as opening or removing

covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

III Warranty Information

UNPACKING

As a part of our system of quality

control, every SoundTech product is

carefully inspected before leaving the

factory to insure flawless appearance.

After unpacking, please inspect for any

physical damage. Save the shipping carton

and all packing materials, as they were

carefully designed to reduce the possibility

of transportation damage should the unit

again require packing and shipping.

In the event that damage has occurred,

immediately notify our dealer so that a

written claim to cover the damage can be

initiated with the carrier. The right to any

claim against a public carrier can be

forfeited if the carrier is not promptly

notified and if the shipping carton and

packing materials are not available for

inspection by the carrier. Save all packing

materials until the claim has been settled.

SOUNDTECH LIMITED 5 YEAR WARRANTY

SoundTech electronics are warranted to be

free from defects in materials and

workmanship under normal use for a period of

5 years from date of original purchase.

During that period, SoundTech will at its

option, repair or replace materials at no

charge if product has been delivered to

SoundTech by a SoundTech dealer or

SoundTech Service Center together with the

original sales receipt or other proof of

purchase. Warranty excludes fuses, exterior

finish, normal wear, failure due to abuse, or

operation outside of specified ratings.

Warranty applies to original purchaser only.

This warranty gives you specific rights which

vary from state to state.

For more information about warranty repair,

please contact:

FOR YOUR RECORDS

All of us at SoundTech thank you for your

expression of confidence in SoundTech

products. The unit you have purchased is

protected by a limited 5 year warranty. To

establish the warranty, be sure to fill out

and mail the warranty card attached to your

product.

SoundTech Customer Service Department

444 East Courtland Street

Mundelein, IL 60060

847-949-0444 extension 230

847-949-8444 fax

For you own protection, fill out the information below for you own records.

Model Number Serial Number

Dealer Date Of Purchase

Salesman Phone

Other Information:

IV Panel Descriptions

FRONT PANEL

1. Power On/Off Switch

Before applying power, check all connections and turn down the gain control. The "Soft Start" sequence starts with

the POWER indicator LED at half brightness. A couple seconds later the fan starts and the amplifier cycles through

one second of protective muting, indicated by the CLIP and protect LED’s glowing bright red. The POWER indicator then

changes to full brightness and the amplifier is ready.

2. Power Indicator LED

Illuminates when the power is on.

3. Peak Indicator LED

Indicates that channel of the amplifier is being driven past normal power limits into distortion.

4. Protect Indicator LED

If protect conditions should occur, such as a short in a speaker cable or connector or excessively high

operating temperatures, this LED will light and the amplifier will stop operation until the condition is

corrected.

5. Signal LED

Indicates that a signal is present at the input.

6. Mono/Bridge Mode Indicator LED

Shows when channels 1&2 are in the bridged mono mode.

7. Input Level Attenuator

Establishes the required input level for each channel. In the bridge mode, only the channel 1 attenuator is

functional.

Panel Descriptions

REAR PANEL

8. Speakon Connector Speaker Outputs

Separate NL4 connectors for CH. 1 and CH. 2 stereo outputs.

Note: These connectors are in parallel with the binding post connectors. Care should be taken when attempting

to use both types of connector simultaneously.

9. Binding Post Speaker Outputs

Connectors are 5-way binding posts for maximum versatility. Use a standard banana plug or bare wire.

10. XLR and ¼” Inputs

Low impedance, balanced inputs accept a male XLR connector or a ¼” TRS phone jack. Unbalanced inputs accept

a mono ¼” phone plug. Note: The ¼” input accepts either tip/ring/sleeve or tip/sleeve phone connectors.

11. Bridge Mode Switch

Bridges the outputs as indicated. Run this in either bridged mono or in stereo depending on the position of the switch.

12. Clip Limiter

When an audio signal drives an amp's output circuit beyond its power capability, its clips, flattening the

peaks of the waveform. A clip limiter detects this and quickly reduces the gain to minimize the amount of

overdrive. The PS3402 has a clip limiter built in and you can switch it on or off as shown at the rear panel.

13. Input Filter (Low Cut Filter)

The switchable low-frequency (LF) filter rolls off signals below either 30Hz or 50Hz. This improves performance by

eliminating subsonic cone motions making more power available for the speaker rated frequency range. The filters

frequency setting for both channels is controlled by the 30Hz/50Hz slide switch.

14. AC Power Cord.

This heavy duty power cord uses a 20 amp connector where one blade is perpendicular instead of parallel to the other

blade. This is a safety feature to prevent you from plugging into a circuit less than 20 amps. The outlet receptacle will

have one T shaped blade insert that will accept both types of connectors. If you do not have this type of receptacle,

please contact your local electrician for an upgrade.

15. Cooling Air Port.

Do not obstruct air flow to this opening.

VConnecting Your System

A. MOUNTING

The PS3402 Power Sourceis designed for standard 19”rack mounting. In addition, the amplifier is

provided with sturdy no-skid rubber feet for secure table top or stacked operation. When rack mounting one or

more amplifiers or when mounting in combination with other equipment, be sure to allow adequate front and

rear ventilation to avoid possible heat related damage to your PS3402 Power Sourceor other rack

mounted items.

B. OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

Your SoundTech PS3402 Power Sourcepower amplifier is well protected from any external faults.

However, we recommend following these common sense precautions:

1. Safety Instructions

Read and follow all of the safety warnings in this manual.. Do not expose the PS3402Power Source

to water or other liquids. Always unplug the unit if water is present. Failure to do so can result in injury

or death from electric shock.

2. Grounding

Your power amplifier is supplied with a three conductor, grounded power cord and plug. Connect the unit

only to a properly grounded mains outlet. Do not use a ground lift adapter or otherwise attempt to defeat

the ground on the plug. Failure to properly ground the unit can result in damage to the amplifier or other

equipment connected to it and represents a dangerous safety hazard.

3. Line Voltage

Operate from AC mains not more than 5% above or below the specified line voltage. Failure to comply may

invalidate your warranty.

4. Pre-Connection Caution

Always switch off the power and set all the level controls to minimum before making any connections.

This will eliminate any chance of unexpected, loud audio transients that could damage your speaker systems.

C. STEREO OPERATION

Each channel provides a separate and discrete signal at the speaker outputs according to the signal received

at the inputs. The PS3402 Power Sourcehas two channels for stereo operation. Follow these steps to use the

amplifier in this manner:

1. Set Mono/Bridge switch

Set the mono/bridge switch on the rear panel to the stereo position. When the power is on, the mono/bridge

LED on the front panel will not light. If the LED illuminates, you have the switch in the wrong position.

Change the position of the switch before continuing.

2. Input Connections

With the power off, connect your input source lines to channels 1 and 2 on the PS3402.

3. Speaker Outputs

Connect speaker systems to speaker outputs as shown in figure 3. The total speaker load for each channel

must be at least 2 Ohms. The amplifier will not operate at load conditions lower than 2 Ohms per channel.

4. Level Controls

With all level controls set to 0, switch the power on. Apply a nominal signal to the inputs. The level of the

input signal should be about as high as you will ever need it to be. This way, it will be as far above the

amplifier's noise floor as possible, ensuring an excellent performance signal to noise ratio. Adjust the input

level controls for each channel to achieve the desired maximum listening level or until the clip LED’s flash

momentarily during program peaks, whichever is lowest. Having set the levels in this manner will render

a clean signal at any level as long as the clip LED’s are not constantly on. Remember, when the clip LED’s

start to light you are within 3dB of clipping.

Connecting Your System

D. MONO/BRIDGE OPERATION

This method of operation bridges the outputs and can be used with 4 Ohm or higher loads only.

Bridging the PS3402 converts the amp to a monophonic or single channel amplifier, providing 3400 watts into a

4 Ohm load.

1. Set Mono/Bridge switch

Set the switch on the rear panel to the mono/bridge position. When the power is on, the mono/bridge LED on the

front panel will light. If the LED does not illuminate, you have the mono/bridge switch in the wrong position. Change

the position of the switch before continuing.

2. Input Connections

With the power off, connect your input source to channel 1.

3. Speaker Outputs

Connect speaker systems to the top 2, red binding post outputs only (see figure 4). The total speaker load must

be at least 4 Ohms or above. If you try to operate at less than 4 Ohms in the bridge mode, the amplifier will go into

protect mode and stop operation until you correct the load condition.

4. Level Controls

With all level controls set to 0, switch the power on. Apply a nominal signal to the inputs. The level of the input signal

should be about as high as you will ever need it to be. This way, it will be as far above the amplifier's noise floor as

possible, ensuring as excellent performance signal to noise ratio. Adjust the input level control for channel 1 to

achieve the desired maximum listening level or until the clip LED’s flash momentarily during program peaks,

whichever is lowest. Having set the levels in this manner will render a clean signal at any level as long as the clip

LED’s are not constantly on. Remember, when the clip LED’s start to light, you are within 3 dB of clipping.

FIGURE 3. Speaker Connection For Stereo Operation

FIGURE 4. Speaker Connection For Mono/Bridge Operation

Connecting Your System

E. OUTPUT CONNECTIONS

1. Speakon Output Connectors

Speakon connectors are purpose-built for low voltage, high current applications.

Each connector incorporates two pair of conductors, labeled 1+, 1-, 2+ and 2-.

By convention, single signals are sent on 1+ and 1-. The second pair, 2+ and 2-, is used

only if there is a second unique signal present at the connector.

When attaching NL4FC mating connectors, be sure to insert the connector to its full depth,

then turn the connector 45°clockwise to lock it in place.

Connection Table

Output Function Connector Pins

Left (CH 1) A1+, 1-

Right (CH 2) B1+, 1-

Bridged Mono A and B 1+, 1+

a. Connection for Stereo (Two-Channel) Operation

Connect the left speaker's positive terminal to the 1+ pin of output Speakon connector A.

Connect the left speaker's negative terminal to the 1-pin of output Speakon connector A.

Note that the total speaker load impedance on this output must be 2 Ohms or greater.

Connect the right speaker's positive terminal to the 1+ pin of output Speakon connector B.

Connect the right speaker's negative terminal to the 1-pin of output Speakon connector B.

Note that the total speaker load impedance on this output must be 2 Ohms or greater.

b. Connection For Bridged Mono Operation.

Connect the speaker's positive terminal to the 1+ pin of output Speakon connector A.

Connect the speaker's negative terminal to the 1+ pin of output Speakon connector B.

Note that the total speaker load impedance on this output must be 4 Ohms or greater since, in this configuration,

each amplifier output is presented with half the mono bridged load

2. Binding Post Output Connectors

These speaker connections are dual banana MDP/bare wire binding posts that will accept a standard dual banana

plug or bare wire. Either method provides a safe and reliable connection capable of transferring high power

signals if properly connected. To avoid ANY possible shock hazard, the power amplifier should be disconnected

from the AC power source before making any connections. When connecting your speakers using either

method, be sure to pay close attention to proper polarity. Although connecting your speaker system out of

phase using the wrong polarity will not damage your speakers, it will affect the quality of sound.

When using bare wire connections, be sure that your connections are "clean." If any strands of wire from one

connector are allowed to touch the adjacent connector, damage to your amplifier and sound system could occur.

Connecting Your System

F. INPUT CONNECTIONS

1. XLR Input Jacks

Electronically balanced inputs accept a standard XLR male connector. Pin 1=ground, Pin 2=hot or positive(+).

Pin 3=cold or negative(-).

2. 1/4'' Phone Input Jacks

Accepts a balanced or unbalanced line level signal. The balanced line uses a tip/ring/sleeve phone connector. The tip

is positive, the ring negative and the sleeve is ground. This input will also accept an unbalanced tip/sleeve connector.

G. POWER REQUIREMENTS

Your SoundTech PS3402 Power Sourceis pre-wired at the factory for the correct line voltage (120V or

220-240V) and is furnished with the appropriate power cord and fuse. If fuse replacement is necessary, always

use a fuse with the exact type and rating as specified on the specifications page of this manual or as indicated

on the unit itself.

H. FRONT PANEL INDICATORS

The front panel of the PS3402 Power Sourcehas several indicators to alert you to the status of various

operating conditions. Knowing what these indicator LED’s are telling you will help you to use your SoundTech

amplifier to it’s fullest potential.

1. Peak LED

A clip LED for each channel indicates that your signal level is so strong that there is distortion at the output

of that channel. While it is normal for the clip LED to flash during program peaks, the LED should not remain

constantly lit during operation. If it does, most likely you will hear the results in the form of distortion

that can be damaging to your speaker systems. In this case, reduce the signal level by lowering the input level

control for the channel that is clipping or reduce the level at the source. Note that when using the amplifier in

the bridge mode, both clip LED’s of the bridged channels will operate simultaneously.

2. Mono/Bridge LED

The mono/bridge LED will light when you have set the rear panel switch to the mono/bridge position for

bridged operation. Always make sure that this switch is in the correct position and that all speaker connections

have been made correctly for the mode of operation you wish to use before powering up the amplifier.

3. Protect LED

The protect LED indicates that there is a problem either in the amplifier's external connections, load or temperature

conditions or its internal functions. If one of these situations occur, the amplifier senses the problem and

automatically switches into its "protect mode." The protect LED will light to warn you of the trouble and the

amplifier will stop working. If this happens, switch off the amplifier and check connections, cables and speaker

loads. Make sure there is adequate ventilation to the amplifier. If you feel that you have been able to correct the

fault condition that caused the amplifier to go into the protect mode, restart the amplifier. If the protect LED remains

lit when attempting to resume amplifier operation, do not use the amplifier. Refer the amplifier to an authorized

SoundTech service facility or contact your dealer for help.

4. Power Indicator LED

The power indicator LED indicates that the power switch is in the on position.

5. Signal LED

Indicates a signal is present for that input channel.

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