PDA Range PDA500/2 - User Manual

PDA Pro-Range Instructions • Approved Doc. No. DCP0003168 Rev 1 • Page 1
PDA200/2, PDA500/2, PDA1000/2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This equipment must be installed by a suitably skilled and technically
competent person. Please read these instructions carefully before installation.
Important notes .......................................................................................... 2
What is an audio frequency induction loop system? .............................. 3
Familiarisation with your PDA Pro-Range induction loop amplifier ..... 4
Planning the system .................................................................................. 6
Overview of the ‘Outreach plate’ audio input extension system .......... 7
A typical PDA Pro-Range induction loop system .................................... 8
Installation ................................................................................................... 11
Safety precautions ..................................................................................... 11
Mounting the amplifier .............................................................................. 11
Connecting and testing the system ......................................................... 12
Technical specification .............................................................................. 14
Spares and accessories .............................................................................. 16
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Summary

Familiarisation with your PDA Pro-Range induction loop amplifier

Planning the system

Area of Coverage and Cable Selection

Details on amplifier coverage areas and guidance for selecting appropriate induction loop cable types.

Loop Cable Positioning and Testing

Installation

Safety Precautions

Essential safety precautions to observe before making connections or operating the induction loop amplifier.

Mounting the Amplifier

Connecting and testing the system

Initial Loop and Input Connections

Steps for installing and connecting the loop, checking for shorts, and setting input modes.

System Power Up and Level Setting

Guide to connecting power, setting input levels, and adjusting compression indicators.

Drive Adjustment and Coverage Verification

Adjusting the DRIVE control and verifying consistent loop signal coverage throughout the area.

Metal Compensation Control

Adjusting for Metal Interference

How to adjust the METAL COMPENSATION control to counteract frequency absorption from nearby metal objects.

PDA Range PDA500/2 Specifications

General

Type	Stereo Power Amplifier
Channels	2
Frequency Response	20Hz - 20kHz ±0.5dB
THD	< 0.05% (1kHz, rated power)
Input Impedance	20kΩ
Damping Factor	>300
Cooling	Fan cooled