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powersoft K2 DSP+AESOP User Manual

powersoft K2 DSP+AESOP
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© 2012 Powersoft
Powersoft S.r.l. • Via Enrico Conti, 550018 Scandicci (FI) • Italy
+39 055 735 0230sales@powersoft.it • www.powersoft-audio.com
K Series ampliers
User Guide v 2.3
DO000044 REV 02
November 2012
K2 / K2 DSP + AESOP
K3 / K3 DSP + AESOP
K6 / K6 DSP + AESOP
K8 / K8 DSP + AESOP
K10 / K10 DSP + AESOP
K20 / K20 DSP + AESOP

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powersoft K2 DSP+AESOP Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brandpowersoft
ModelK2 DSP+AESOP
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warnings

Important Safety Instructions

Essential safety instructions for operating the amplifier correctly and safely.

Approvals

Details on product compliance with electrical codes and standards.

Warning Notices

Important warnings and information for users regarding device operation and potential hazards.

Safety Rules

Fundamental safety rules for powering and operating the amplifier safely.

Speaker Damage

Advice on using speakers with the amplifier to prevent damage due to high power.

Speaker Output Shock Hazard

Cautionary advice regarding potential electrical shock from speaker wiring.

Front and Rear Panel Reference Figures

Welcome

Introduction

Welcomes the user and introduces the Powersoft K Series amplifier technology.

The K Series

Overview of K Series advanced features, digital control, and Power Factor Correction.

More sound and less weight

Explains the advantages of Class D technology in terms of efficiency and size.

The Show Always Goes On

Highlights the amplifier's complete protection and reliability for continuous operation.

Installation

Unpacking

Instructions for unpacking the amplifier and checking for damage.

Mounting

Guidelines for mounting the amplifier in a standard 19" rack for proper installation.

Cooling

Details on the forced-air cooling system and its intelligent variable-speed fan.

Operating Precautions

Precautions to take before making connections and during operation.

Grounding

Information on the automatic signal grounding system and safety earth connection.

AC Mains connection

Instructions for connecting the amplifier to the AC mains power supply safely.

Connections and Operation

Connecting Audio Inputs

Details on connecting analog and AES/EBU audio inputs to the amplifier.

Connecting Audio Outputs

Instructions for connecting loudspeakers to the amplifier outputs using Speakon connectors.

Internal Signal Path Polarity

Explanation of how signal polarity is handled internally for symmetrical power supply use.

Remote Control Connection

Information on connecting for remote control via V Ext, serial, or Ethernet.

Amplifier Setup and Settings

Guide to using front panel buttons and LCD display for amplifier setup and monitoring.

The main menu

Amplifier Settings

Output attenuation

How to set the amplifier's output attenuation level for channel I, 2, or both.

Input Gain/Sensitivity

Guide to selecting input sensitivity for matching with other audio equipment.

Input select

How to select between Analog, AES3, and KAESOP input sources for processing.

Max output voltage

How to set the maximum output peak voltage levels for amplifier channels.

Max mains current

How to set the maximum mains current draw to prevent circuit breaker tripping.

Clip Limiter CHI - CH2

How to enable/disable the clip limiter to prevent distortion from excessive signal.

Gate CHI - CH2

How to mute channels individually based on input signal amplitude.

Mute At Power On

Function to automatically mute all channels when the amplifier is turned on.

Idle Mode

Information on the power saving idle mode feature and its settings.

DSP Settings

The DSP Processing Chain

Block diagram and explanation of the DSP processing chain within the amplifier.

DSP Settings Menu

Guide to navigating the DSP settings menu.

Common Settings

General DSP settings affecting both channels or global parameters.

Channel Settings

Detailed settings available for each individual amplifier channel.

CHI/CH2 Setup

Setup options for individual channels, including delay, EQ, and diagnostics.

Input EQ

Function to turn on/off the input processing block for EQ.

Reset Input Section

Operation to disable input processing and reset aux delay.

Reset Output Section

Function to disable output EQ, limiters, and damping.

Network Operations

User's introduction to AESOP

Introduction to the AESOP standard for bidirectional Ethernet and AES3 digital audio streams.

Network robustness

How K Series amplifiers ensure fault-proof data and audio connections for system robustness.

Network connections

Overview of network connection types like daisy chain and intermediate chains.

KAESOP Network settings menu

Device Mode

How to set the amplifier's mode (Repeater, Forward) concerning the AES3 stream.

Addressing Mode

How to set IP addressing strategy (Manual or Automatic) for network configuration.

Set Address

Manually setting the amplifier's IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.

Show Net Config

Viewing the current networking configuration of the amplifier.

Audio

Settings related to audio source selection, mode, and gain trim for AES3 streams.

If no link

Choosing amplifier behavior when the digital audio stream is missing.

Display

Output Meters

Screen showing output RMS voltage, current, power, and load impedance.

Temperature

Displays the current amplifier temperature.

Mains meters

Shows updated mains RMS voltage and RMS current levels.

Amplifier Name

Accessing functions to display or edit the amplifier's name.

Local presets

Locked presets

Function to prevent presets from being overwritten by setting a lock code.

Locked bank size

Setting the number of locally stored presets that cannot be overwritten.

Recall local preset

Instructions for recalling stored presets from the amplifier's local memory.

Save local preset

How to save the current amplifier setup as a preset to local memory.

Change Lock Code

Procedure for changing the lock code used for the "Lock presets" function.

Erase all presets

Function to erase all non-write protected presets from the amplifier's memory.

Setup

Hardware info

Accessing information about the amplifier's hardware components and versions.

Hardware monitor

Accessing current amplifier system parameters like voltages and statuses.

LCD contrast

How to set the LCD display contrast using the front panel buttons.

Key Locking and Setting The Keylock Code

How to activate front panel lock and set an unlock code for security.

Single Channel Muting

How to mute individual amplifier channels using the front panel mute function.

Protection

Turn-On/Turn-Off muting

Explanation of output muting during amplifier power-on and power-off cycles.

Short circuit protection

How the amplifier protects itself and speakers from short circuits or low impedance loads.

Thermal protection

How the amplifier's cooling system and thermal sensing protect against overheating.

DC fault protection

How the DC detection circuit protects speakers from DC signals or subsonic energy.

Input/Output protection

Description of the ultrasonic network for protecting against high frequency signals.

User Maintenance

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the amplifier's faceplate and chassis safely.

Service

Information on where to get the amplifier serviced by qualified personnel.

Dust Removal

How to remove and clean dust from the front side air filters.

Warranty

Product Warranty

Details on the product warranty period, coverage, and exclusions.

Return of Goods

Procedure for returning defective goods, including obtaining an RMA number.

Repair or replacement

Powersoft's policy on repairing or replacing defective goods covered by warranty.

Assistance

Appendix

Custom Ethernet/AES3 combo box

Building a custom box to combine Ethernet and AES3 signals in a single RJ45 connector.

Amplifier Error Codes

Explanation of error codes displayed on the main screen and their meanings.

SmartCard function

How to store and recall amplifier presets using a standard-sized SmartCard.

Control Software

Information on using Powersoft's Armonía Pro Audio Suite for amplifier control.

Technical Specifications

K2

Technical specifications for the Powersoft K2 amplifier model.

K2 DSP+AESOP

Technical specifications for the Powersoft K2 DSP+AESOP amplifier model.

K3

Technical specifications for the Powersoft K3 amplifier model.

K3 DSP+AESOP

Technical specifications for the Powersoft K3 DSP+AESOP amplifier model.

K6

Technical specifications for the Powersoft K6 amplifier model.

K6 DSP+AESOP

Technical specifications for the Powersoft K6 DSP+AESOP amplifier model.

K8

Technical specifications for the Powersoft K8 amplifier model.

K8 DSP+AESOP

Technical specifications for the Powersoft K8 DSP+AESOP amplifier model.

K10

Technical specifications for the Powersoft K10 amplifier model.

K10 DSP+AESOP

Technical specifications for the Powersoft K10 DSP+AESOP amplifier model.

K20

Technical specifications for the Powersoft K20 amplifier model.

K20 DSP+AESOP

Technical specifications for the Powersoft K20 DSP+AESOP amplifier model.

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