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powersoft_k2k3_service_man_v1.4.docx
© 2013 Powersoft
Version 1.4
July 2013
K2 K3 Series
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powersoft K2 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brandpowersoft
ModelK2 Series
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Opening the Amplifier Cover

Remove Amplifier Cover and Side Bars

Unscrew and remove amplifier cover and side support bars using specific Phillips screwdrivers.

Discharging the Amp Capacitors

Ensure Capacitors Are Discharged

Verify rails are discharged by checking LEDs; discharge if necessary using a load.

Removing the Power Supply Board

Disconnect Fastons and Fan Cables

Disconnect fastons between power supply, output board, and fan power cables.

Remove Flat Cable Bridge

Disconnect and remove the flat cable bridge between the power supply and output boards.

Disconnect Power Switch Cable

Remove the amplifier power switch cable by disconnecting the faston behind it.

Remove Power Supply Mounting Screws

Unscrew the 7 mounting screws and brass stand-off to remove the power supply board.

Remove Heat Sink Screws

Unscrew the heat sink screws using an M3 hexagonal key.

Remove Mains Plug Holder and Socket

Press sides to remove mains plug holder, then remove mains socket screws.

Remove Earth Ground Nut

Unscrew the nut holding the earth ground cable behind the mains connector.

Remove Rear Panel

Unscrew the rear panel to remove it.

Remove Fan Power Cable and Screws

Remove fan power cable and fan screws to free the power supply board.

Lift and Remove Power Supply Board

Lift and pull the complete power supply board from the amplifier chassis.

Removing the Amplifier Output Board

Disconnect Mains Connectors and Rear Panel

Remove mains connector screws, plug holder, and rear panel screws.

Remove Flat Cables

Remove the two flat cables between the power supply and amplifier output boards.

Unscrew Output Board Heat Sink Nuts

Unscrew the nuts that hold the amplifier output board heat sink.

Remove Output Board Mounting Screws

Unscrew the 7 mounting screws to remove the amplifier output board.

Unplug KAESOP Board Flat Cables

Unplug flat cables connecting the optional KAESOP board to front panel RJ45 plugs.

Unplug Control Board Flat Cables

Unplug two flat cables of the control board masked by the chassis.

Lift and Remove Amplifier Output Board

Lift and pull out the amplifier output board from the amplifier chassis.

Removing the Fan

Remove Fan Power Cable Holders

Remove the fan power cable holders.

Remove Fan Power Cable

Remove the fan power cable.

Remove Fan Screws

Unscrew the fan screws to remove the fan.

Remove Fan From Chassis

Remove the fan from the amplifier chassis.

Removing the Display (K-FRONT)

Disconnect Amplifier Power Switch Cable

Remove the faston that connects the amplifier power switch.

Remove Front Panel Protection Plates

Remove the left and right protection plates.

Remove Front Panel Left and Right Ears

Remove the front panel left and right ears.

Unplug Display Flat Cables

Unplug the two flat cables from the display.

Remove Display Screws

Unscrew the four screws to remove the display from the front panel.

Instruments and Tools for Testing

Required Test Equipment

List of necessary instruments like DC power supplies, oscilloscope, and multimeter.

Firmware Update Procedure

Firmware Update for K Series

Procedure for updating K Series amplifiers, including main functional parts and steps.

Updating Amplifier (Main)

Steps to update the amplifier firmware, including button presses and sequence.

KDSP and KCNTRL Update Process

Details on KDSP and KCNTRL firmware update progress and verification.

SHARC DSP Update and Verification

Procedure for updating SHARC DSP and verifying the installed firmware versions.

Removing the Control Board (K-CNTRL)

Remove Control Board Mounting Screws

Remove the 3 screws over the control board as shown in the picture.

Replace Control Board and Reinstall Firmware

After replacement, reinstall firmware and set desired max output voltage.

Error Codes

List of Error Codes and Descriptions

Table listing error codes, their descriptions, and how they are summed.

Mechanical Parts

Mechanical Component Identification

Diagram identifying various mechanical parts with part numbers and descriptions.

Spare Parts List

List of mechanical spare parts with part numbers, descriptions, and PCB positions.

K2-K3 Spare Parts List

Component Part Numbers and Descriptions

Detailed list of K2-K3 spare parts, including part numbers, descriptions, and PCB positions.

KAMIN Component Details

Specific list of KAMIN components with part numbers, descriptions, and PCB positions.

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