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1. Parallel mode applies the same input signal to both output channels One input applied to either channel s input connector will drive both outputs with the same signal Each channel s gain is controlled by its respective front panel Gain control Resulting BRIDGE PARALLEL output has mono image STEREO m SX PARALLEL To Amp CH2 Speakon gt gt DO NOT APPLY MORE THAN ONE P d 0 ys INPUT SIGNAL IN PARALLEL MODE To Amp CH1 Speakon ee oe ALL INPUT CONNECTORS ARE CONNECTED IN PARALLEL WHEN PARALLEL MODE IS SELECTED E DO NOT USE SPEAKON OUTPUTS FOR BRIDGE MODE Y Do not use 2 ohm loads connected with Speakons Z 4 ohms minimum Z 4 ohms minimum Use Binding Post connections for 2 ohm loads 18 USE AC Power Switch and LED Indicators AC Power Switch On the left side of the front panel is the Power switch The switch is labeled ON above it and to the right To turn the power on Press in on the ma upper portion of the rocker switch The KA amplifier will go through its power up o ul git cycle the red colored Protect LEDs will ra illuminate briefly then the green colored Power LEDs will remain on To turn the power off Press in on the bottom portion of the rocker switch It may take a few moments for the Power LEDs to extinguish This is normal LED Indicators for Power Status To the right of the P2. BRIDGE hil BRIDGE STEREO E OSC 21558 rc Subwoofer PARALLEL Cabinet BRED MOND DO NOT USE LESS THAN 4 OHM LOAD IN BRIDGE MODE Z 4 ohms minimum DO NOT USE SPEAKON OUTPUTS Note polarity for bridged mono FOR BRIDGE MODE CONNECTIONS Outputs Speakon pinout Speakon Outputs The Speakon outputs are for use in Stereo and Parallel operating modes Minimum speaker impedance when using Speakon connection is 4 ohms 2 ohm load connection to Speakon is not recommended output power of this amplifier exceeds Speakon capability at 2 ohms The Speakons are wired Pin 1 positive Pin 1 negative Below is a diagram for reference Speakons are wired for Stereo and Parallel operating modes Do not use A the Speakons if operating in Bridge mode use the Binding Posts Each Speakon is wired only to its own respective channel no biamp output on CH1 like lower power amplifiers Operating Description Mode Switch p Position Output Connections and Typical Speaker Configuration To Amp CH1 Speakon ee GE Stereo mode is where each channel has Yi ff SN its own separate input and output Each BRIDGE STEREO channel s gain is controlled by its STEREO x Y respective front panel Gain control rc lt S 4 Resulting output has stereo image PARALLEL To Amp CH2 Speakon D gt N 6 SN Z 4 ohms minimum Z 4 ohms minimum
3. Cooling Air Inlet and Exhaust Vents The PL6 0 Il has four rear mounted variable speed fans Fan speed is determined by the temperature of the amplifier s internal heatsink assembly Cooling air is drawn into the rear of the amplifier by the fans and exhausts through the front panel The temperature of the air exiting the front vents is a good indicator of how hard the amplifier is working If mounting in a rackmount enclosure be certain not to restrict the ability of fresh cooling air to enter back and exit the front Do not use in enclosures with closed or sealed backs or fronts The amplifier relies on free air flow in and out of its vents Keep the vents free of obstructions and dust buildup Periodic inspection of the vents for dust buildup is recommended If required use a small bristle brush gently around the vent openings while the amplifier is running Do this outside to avoid blowing dust onto other equip ment hot air exits the front of the amplifier amp draws cooling air in via the rear panel air flow could result in the amplifier going into thermal shutdown protective 1 Be certain not to obstruct or block the cooling air vents in any way Loss of cooling muting to help cool the amplifier and prevent damage Keep the vents free of dust and dirt buildup as airflow will be reduced Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus that produce heat S
4. The left column indicates channel 1 s input levels The right column indicates channel 2 s input levels Each channel s LEDs operate independently SIGNAL Iluminates when the input signal strength is sufficient to drive the output above 40 dB relative to full output 20 dB llluminates when the input signal strength is sufficient to O CLIP O drive the output above 20 dB relative to full output O 10dB O 10 dB llluminates when the input signal strength is sufficient to O 20dB oO drive the output above 10 dB relative to full output SIGNAL O CLIP I luminates when the input signal strength is sufficient to drive the output to the power supply rails i e clipping USE Clip Limiters Clip Limiters The PL6 0 Il has separate clip limiters for each channel which respond only to actual amplifier clipping Amplifier clipping generates internal error signals which cause the Clip Limiter to quickly reduce gain and minimize the overdrive To preserve as much of the program dynamics as possible limiting occurs only during actual clipping The limiter s on off switches are front panel mounted and recessed to prevent accidental changes Each channel has its own Clip Limiter switch that can be operated independently When the push button switch is in the down or in position the clip limiter is on When the push button switch is in the up or out position the clip limiter is off Limiter on
5. red 1 for each channel Note Specifications are subject to change without notice SPECIFICATIONS PowerLight 6 0 Il Electrical Data OSControl Control and Monitor Parameters on standby channel gain mute polarity input level output level heat sink temperature output load sense clip detect protect detect operating Mode sense Stereo Parallel Bridge Cooling four continuously variable speed fans rear to front airflow Amplifier Protection short circuit open circuit thermal ultrasonic and RF protection stable into reactive or mismatched loads Load Protection turn on and turn off muting DC fault power supply shut down Weight 53 Ibs net 60 Ibs shipping Power Requirements 120 Volts AC 50 to 60 Hertz 30 Amp NEMA L5 30 receptacle OR 240 Volts AC 50 to 60 Hertz 15 Amp service Current Consumption 120Volts die typical Full Maximum 240 Volts idle ve Full Maximum in amperes rms 19 5 40 0 Bohm 15 1 0 225 30 5 68 0 17 0 37 0 Current Consumption Notes Typical 1 8 power pink noise represents typical program with occasional clipping Full 1 3 power pink noise represents severe program with heavy clipping Maximum continuous sine wave at 1 clipping Note Specifications are subject to change without notice APPENDIX DataPort Pinout The DataPort connection is OSC specific Informa tion is subject to change 1112131415 J 00000 D in Signal D
6. applications OSControl be sure to leave the amplifier s AC power switch in the ON position Place amplifier in STANDBY mode using the ampli fier network control software lfthe AC power switch is OFF the amplifier will be unable to respond to any commands CONNECTIONS Power Supply Control Standby Enable Remotely Controlling the Amplifier s Power Status The PL6 0 Il provides two methods for remotely controlling its Power Status 1 the Power Supply Control connection 2 the DataPort connection using QSControl Power Supply Control 2 pin connector is located between the DataPort and CH2 s Speakon Two status modes are possible STANDBY and oe ME m ENABLE Using the Power Supply Control connec aa POWER y tion all that is required is a switch and some two conductor cable Below is a hookup diagram Ql outlining the required connections If using the DataPort connection refer to QSControl s help file for more information SUPPLY hes sit TENABLE STANDBY f Reel IMPEDANCE REQUIR 1 10K UNBALANCED NOTE In order for the amplifier to respond to STANDBY and ENABLE commands whether from the rear panel connector or DataPort OSControl the AC Power Switch MUST be in the ON posi tion If remotely controlling the AC Power Status turn the AC Power Switch ON Place the amplifier in STANDBY by using the rear panel Power Supply Control connections o
7. rack installation When installing A equipment into a rack distribute the units evenly Otherwise haz ardous conditions may be created by an uneven weight distribution SETUP Rack Mounting Supporting the Rear of the Amplifier For mobile and touring use it is extremely important to support the rear of the amplifier The chassis and rack can be damaged if the amplifier is not properly supported Unless the amplifier is being installed in its final fixed location QSC strongly recommends supporting the rear of the amplifier Rear rack ears required hard ware and a separate instruction sheet are included with your amplifier The Specifications section includes helpful dimensions for determining rear support locations Attaching Rear Rack Ears Method 1 The amplifier is first installed from the front of the rack and secured to the front rack rails The rear ears are then secured to the amplifier using two machine screws The ears are secured to the rails using regular rack hardware NN AS a Cy Method 2 The amplifier is first installed from the front of the rack and secured to the front rack rails Temporarily secure the rear ears to the rear rack rails and select the appropriate mounting position for the pin Remove the rear ears and install the locator pins securely Use of thread locking is recommended for high vibration installations SETUP Cooling Requirements
8. the specifications that have changed slightly Output power is 0 9dB at 8 ohms and 1 04dB at 4 ohms 2 ohms power remains unchanged AC current draw variations are a result of power factor correction removal and power supply topology changes These power supply section changes improve reliability of the amplifier under the most demanding output conditions The audio amplifier sections of the PL6 0 Il remain unchanged assuring the same legendary sound quality of the PL6 0 La T y Inrush Limiting LL Control aoe L Power Main Energy Bank a PowerWave Switching Transformer if DC Supply for Amplifier ui Comparison Chart Output Power per ch and AC Current Draw as a Function of Load Impedance both channels driven PL6 0 Il and PL6 0 LOAD 1300 watts 1600 watts 120V 40 Amps 120V 41 Amps 2200 watts 2800 watts 120V 68Amps 120V 72 Amps 3500 Watts 3500 watts 120V 105 Amps 120V 93 Amps WARRANTY INFORMATION amp HOW TO CONTACT OSC WARRANTY USA only other countries see your dealer or distributor Disclaimer OSC Audio Products Inc is not liable for any damage to speakers or any other equipment that is caused by negligence or improper installation and or use of this amplifier product Product Warranty OSC Audio Products Inc QSC guarantees its products to be free from defective material and or workmanship for a period of three 3 years from date of sale and will replace d
9. 6 0 II has a serial number located on its side panel next to the AC cord QSC AUDIO PRODUCTS entry It looks like the example right Please write the serial number down and S COSTA MESA CA USA keep for your records Retain your sales receipt it is your proof of purchase MADE IN USA MODEL PWRLGHT 6 0 11 Model PowerLight 6 0 II OUTPUT PWR PER CH AMP 0000W 0 OHMS Serial Number 100 120 VAC 00A 50 60 Hz SERIAL XXXXXXXXX Date of Purchase Purchased From UI Copyright 2002 QSC Audio Products Inc QSC is a registered trademark of QSC Audio Products Inc OSC and the QSC logo are registered with the U S Patent and Trademark Office Combo is a registered trademark of Neutrik Inc Lakewood NJ Speakon is a registered trademark of Neutrik Inc Lakewood NJ TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION NI 4 lius tratio MIS annene ete conn teas E ented leans wetades 5 UNPACKING Unpacking and INSPECTION tst perinei coin aait ne Mast ao 6 Whats Incl e e des 6 SETUP Rack QUITTING A AI SE A 6 Cooling RequiremMents ecc coicc iio 8 AC Power Requirements aeieea o ta sg 9 Operating Mode Selecti0N ooocoonionnnnniniononconncnnononocrnnononono attitirrrrnrrer rene 10 CONNECTIONS Inputs aeee A a e e e A 2 Da de r a al 4 Power Supply REMOTE Contour 16 D tputs BindingPOstSicocscionoionitao areas actas dele aci 17 INR A O aceite testa t ace 18 USE AS O a ote tears 19 Power Standby and Protect LED indic
10. ALLEL 12 Use balanced connections A and high quality cable and CONNECTIONS Inputs Audio Input Connections Input connections to the PL6 0 ll can be made with XLR TRS 1 4 inch or terminal block connectors The XLR TRS connectors are combo style they accept either XLR or TRS type inputs The terminal block connectors are three pin Euro or Phoenix type The accessory packet shipped with your amplifier contains two of these input connectors Each channel s input connectors are wired in parallel example Ch1 s combo connector is wired in parallel with CH1 s terminal block connector This is useful for daisy chaining the input signal to other equipment If you are using the combo connector for input the terminal block connector can be used for daisy chaining If using the terminal block for input the combos can be used for daisy chaining Remember to disconnect unused inputs any input signal on either input connector will be amplified and output connectors for best results If the Mode Switch is set to PARALLEL all input connectors CH1 and CH2 are connected in parallel An input signal applied to any of the four input connectors will drive the amplifier Any of the unused inputs may be used to daisy chain the input signal to other equipment Make sure only one input signal is applied to the amplifier The inputs are electronically balanced To main tain the benefits of bal
11. ETUP AC Power Requirements AC Power Before connecting the amplifier to the AC mains check the serial number plate to verify operating voltage The PL6 0 Il is available in 120 or 240 Volt models Make sure the AC mains voltage is the same as specified on the serial number plate 120 Volt models have the AC cordset hard wired to the chassis 240 Volt models have an lEC style detachable cordset Do not use improper AC mains voltage It can create hazardous condi tions and severely dam age the amplifier AC Power Connection 120 Volt Models QSC AUDIO PRODUCTS S COSTA MESA CA USA MADE IN USA MODEL PWRLGHT 6 0 IT OUTPUT PWR PER CH AMP 0000W 0 OHMS 100 120 VAC 00A 50 60 Hz L AAA NEMA L5 30 Receptacle Connect the 30 Amp twist lock connectors by orienting the locking L shaped prong with the corresponding connector entry then fully insert the three prongs Twist the plug about 1 8 of a turn clockwise to lock the connector and plug 240 Volt Models European 3 conductor Earthing Receptacle Insert the plug fully into the receptacle from the AC service All connections must be properly rated for reliable operation 1 The PL6 0 Il is a very high power amplifier and as such can demand high current Use of extension cords is discouraged If extension cords must be used use only heavy duty 10 gauge extension cords that are as short as possible 10 SETUP Operating Mode Selection Operating Mode S
12. Limiter off Momentarily press and release the Clip Limiter switch to operate Use a small flat tip slotted tip screwdriver to depress the Clip Limiter switch The tip of the screwdriver should be 1 8 to 5 32 wide 3 to 4 mm Do not use objects that could break off and fall into the chassis Clip Limiting Tips Clip limiting reduces extreme overdrive peaks allowing a higher average signal level without audible distortion Increasing the gain with the Clip Limiter engaged until clipping is again audible can double the average output power Be careful not to exceed the power rating of your speakers The Clip Limiter is set to respond as quickly as possible after clipping is detected On low frequency material this may be perceived as a rubbery effect It may be preferable to turn Clip Limiting off and let the amp clip occasionally especially if the speakers are robust 21 TROUBLESHOOTING The amplifier won t turn on when the Power switch is operated 22 e Verify AC power source is providing required voltage e Check each end of the power cord The twist lock or IEC type connectors need to be properly inserted Inspect the cord for damage If any damage is found replace the cord immediately e If using the DataPort and OSC amplifier network control applications the amplifier could be in STANDBY mode Check with the system operator to place the amplifiers in POWER ON mode If required you can check this by temporar
13. SC PowerLight 6 0 II User Manual MOON PowerLight Series IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8 EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with a dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with OSC Audio Product s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one blade 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 your outlet consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories from QSC Audio Products Inc 12 Use only with carts stands tripods brackets interconnecting cables or software specified by QSC Audio Products When moving or transporting using a cart use caution to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for l
14. anced connections make all connections using balanced high quality cable and connectors If balanced inputs are not available use an unbalanced to balanced con verter such as a Dl box or proper audio trans former If the input cables are short and the venue location free of electrical noise unbalanced input connections may be acceptable This is not the preferred method but sometimes necessary No damage will be done using unbalanced connec tions just a reduction in audio quality and performance Unbalanced connections are prone to noise and interference pickup as well as ground loop induced hum If your system has noise or hum disconnect all amplifier inputs to verify the source of the noise If the noise disappears the noise source is not the amplifier Check cabling and other equipment connections CH2 INPUT CH1 i gt 18 SLY al Terminal block jack accepts 3 pin terminal block plugs Combo input jack accepts both XLR and TRS 1 4 inch plugs CONNECTIONS Inputs XLR TRS 1 4 inch and Terminal block Pinouts Balanced XLR pin2 pin3 sh pini TRS 1 4 inch Terminal block Connectors Unbalanced Jumper pin2 s pins 1 and3 phone plug tip sleeve A shield CONNECTIONS DataPort OSControl users only What is a DataPort The DataPort is a OSC specific connection used for interfacing amplifiers amplifier monito
15. atorS ooooononnnnconioncninionocncos 19 Gala A O EN 20 Signal 20 dB 10 dB and Clip LED indicatorS ooooococincincinninncmoooocorooro 20 A tie hentia cena es 21 TROUBLESHOOTING 00 coc ao cb 22 SPECIFICATIONS 00000 tota ia ts eli 24 APPENDIX DEA ad 25 OSC PowerWave Technology DvVerviBW oooocoooicinioininnocooooncococornononononnconononos 26 WARRANTY INFORMATION ooo cc ceceseeseeseeseeseeseeseeseeseeseeseeseeseeseeseenes 27 HOW TO CONTACT OSC AUDIO PRODUCTS 0 0 eee 27 INTRODUCTION General Overview Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of the OSC PowerLight 6 0 II professional power cuts waste heat and boosts reliability while delivering the added benefits of tighter bass and amplifier This product represents the state of transparent highs for a more musical sound the art in power amplification systems for professional touring permanent installations and other SR sound reinforcement applications requiring high levels of sustained power extraordinary audio performance reduced weight and road proven reliability To get the most from your investment we encourage you to review this manual carefully The PowerLight 6 0 II utilizes an enhanced second generation power supply design This new design reduces both EMI electromagnetic interference and the overall weight of the unit enabling far greater placement options when positioning equipment In the unlikely event your unit ever r
16. cifications that have changed slightly Output power is PL6 0 0 9dB at 8 ohms and 1 04dB at 4 ohms 2 1300 watts 1600 watts ohms power remains unchanged AC current 120V 40 Amps 120V 41 Amps draw variations are a result of power factor 2200 watts 2800 watts correction removal and power supply 120V 72 Amps topology changes These changes improve 3500 Watts 3500 watts 120 0105 Amps 120V 93 Amps reliability ofthe amplifier under the most demanding output conditions INTRODUCTION Illustrations 1 2 4 i gt 0 protect DSC Qi Bote a E Sad OREA E y ene 2 POWERLIGHT 6 0131 coo warr poressionat aneuiricn Q pee O o M O EUCECITEELEECOEIOTIOEITNIETIENIET T FRONT PANEL 1 Power switch 4 Gain controls 2 Power Standby and Protect LEDs 5 Signal 20 dB 10 dB and Clip LEDs 3 Cooling air exhaust vents REAR PANEL 1 Cooling air inlet vents 2A 2 Domestic North America fixed AC power cord entry Mi E Y 2A Export IEC style detachable power cord entry e 3 Mode switch Bridge Stereo Parallel YUE aar 4 Input connectors combo XLR TRS and terminal blocks a A A a 5 OSC DataPort Connector interfaces with QSC accessories ULA 9 00 A 6 Remote power supply control SOM AN 7 Output connectors in 8 Operating voltage and serial number tag location sid
17. e of unit UNPACKING Unpacking and Inspection The PL6 0 II is highly durable and is carefully packaged We recommend you inspect the unit carefully after removing it from the packaging as occasionally there may be damage due to some unfortunate incident during shipment Report any damage to the shipping carrier We recommend saving the carton and packing material It is always a good idea to keep the packaging in case the unit must be shipped back to your dealer distributor or service center Also note some freight companies consider damage claims without the original packing materials invalid The OSC shipping box should contain 1 the PL6 0 Il amplifier 2 this Owner s Manual 3 accessory packet containing rear rack ear mounting kit terminal block connectors for inputs and remote power supply control four adhesive feet SETUP Rack Mounting Supporting the Front of the Amplifier Rack mounting of the amplifier is optional The PL6 0 Il is designed to fit a normal 19 inch width equipment rack Secure the front rack ears using four machine screws with washers as shown below Verify operating voltage printed on the serial number plate it is located on the side panel by the AC cord entry Once the amplifier is mounted it may be difficult to read this information see p 9 CAUTION A To minimize the risk of injury we recommend an assistant help support the amplifier during
18. efective parts and repair malfunctioning products under this warranty when the defect occurs under normal installation and use provided the unit is returned to our factory or one of our authorized service stations via prepaid transportation with a copy of proof of purchase i e sales receipt This warranty provides that the examina tion of the return product must indicate in our judgment a manufacturing defect This warranty does not extend to any product which has been subjected to misuse neglect accident improper installation or where the date code has been removed or defaced QSC shall not be liable for incidental and or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This limited warranty is freely transferable during the term of the warranty period HOW TO CONTACT OSC AUDIO PRODUCTS N S Mailing address Adresse postale Postanschrift Direcci n postal QSC Audio Products Inc 1675 MacArthur Boulevard Costa Mesa CA 92626 1468 USA Telephone Numbers Num ros de t l phone Telefonnummern N meros de tel fono Main Number Num ro principal Hauptnummer N mero principal 714 754 6175 Sales Direct Line Ligne directe ventes Verkauf Direkt L nea directo ventas 714 957 7100 Sales amp Marketing Ventes amp marketing Verkauf u Marketing Ventas y marketing 800 854 4079 toll free in U S A only sans frais au
19. election The operating Mode selection switch determines how the inputs are routed to the two amplifier channels and how the outputs are connected to the speakers The Mode selection switch is located on the rear panel left bottom corner It is a three position slide switch The switch is recessed to prevent accidental changes Change switch positions by sliding the switch up or down Operate the switch with a small flat tip screwdriver or similar tool Do not use a pencil or other item that could break off and fall into the chassis BRIDGE STEREO PARALLEL Stereo Mode In Stereo Mode each input signal is sent to its respective channel Each i CH1 INPUT channel has independent gain control clip limiting and output MODE switch connection set to STEREO To operate in Stereo Mode set the Mode Switch to STEREO Connect the two input signals and the two CH2 INPUT speaker outputs Note and connections required from each output to each speaker BRIDGE l STEREO il m l PARALLEL SETUP Operating Mode Selection Parallel Mode In Parallel Mode the channel 1 and channel 2 input connectors are CH1 INPUT connected in parallel Applying an input signal to either input will drive both channels Make sure only one input signal is applied to the ampli fier when operating in Parallel mode Each channel still has indepe
20. equires service the new power supply design offers several additional benefits including greater ease of service resulting in reduced labor time and lower replacement costs Part of the advanced technology PowerLight family of amplifiers the PowerLight 6 0 II benefits from OSC s exclusive PowerWave switching technology its DataPort for remote computer control and an enhanced design that provides greater airflow through the chassis facilitating cooler more efficient operation Remote Computer Control The PowerLight 6 0 Il also incorporates OSC s unique DataPort for remote computer control Using OSControl OSC s network audio system you can monitor and control hundreds of amplifi ers simultaneously as well as perform a wide range of advanced functions including event logging checking the thermal status of the amplifier plus real time monitoring of loud speaker opens and shorts QSC PowerWave Technology 0SC s PowerWave switching power supply technology provides ample current to the audio power circuitry by charging the supply rails 180 000 times per second through an ultra low impedance circuit This high efficiency design What s the difference between the new Comparison Chart PL6 0 Il and the old PL6 0 The chart right Output Power per ch and AC Current Draw as a Function of Load compares the two Output power and AC Impedance both channels driven PL6 0 Il and PL6 0 current consumption are the spe
21. er transformer and other magnetic devices can be greatly reduced in size and weight Peak magnetic flux density is greatly reduced as well This minimizes the possibility of magnetic noise coupling between devices or into cables Also gone is the infamous hmmmmmm of the idling analog power supply Acoustic noise from magnetic devices is practically eliminated But how does it sound Tighter Bass A PowerWave transformer has lower impedance and greater efficiency because its copper windings are short and thick In essence it provides a bigger pipe to get electrical energy to the amp s output circuitry The result A stiffer power supply that delivers chest pounding bass Cleaner Sound The PowerWave supply in the PL6 0 II charges the rails 180 000 times per second a vast improvement over 100 120 times per second in conventional supplies This high recharge rate minimizes AC ripple that can degrade sonic quality Worried about power supply induced hum PowerWave gets rid of it Completely The 90 kHz PowerWave supply eliminates 60 Hz fields that can couple into internal or external audio circuitry So enjoy the brute power of the 6 000 watt PowerLight 6 0 Il you ll enjoy premium performance at less than half the weight of conventional analog power supply amplifiers What s the difference between the new PL6 0 Il and the old PL6 0 The chart right compares the two Output power and AC current consump tion are
22. escription Ch 1 Minus Input Signal AC Standby Control V MON Ch 1 and Subcode 1 l MON Ch 1 and Subcode 2 Clip Protect Ch 1 Hard Ground Ch 1 Plus Input Signal Ch 2 Plus Input Signal 15V from Amplifier Data Reference Ground Ch 2 Minus Input Signal Amplifier IDR Model ID V MON Ch 2 and Subcode 3 l MON Ch 2 and Subcode 4 Clip Protect Ch 2 gt gt 00 0040N dnd gt 0N o 25 26 APPENDIX OSC PowerWave Overview amp What s Different with the PL6 0 II OSC PowerWave What is PowerWave PowerWave is OSC s patented power supply technology that not only makes power amplifiers more compact but also better sounding You don t have to settle for conventional lead sled designs with hum sagging supplies and backbreaking weight PowerWave is a win win solution giving you heavyweight audio performance in less than half the size and weight of compa rable analog power supply amplifiers How does it work Conventional power supplies operate at 50 to 60 hertz 50 60 cycles per second This low frequency requires a massive iron core and hundreds of turns of copper windings In fact a conventional 6000 watt amplifier needs a transformer that weighs at least 35 pounds contributing to as much as two thirds of the amplifier s total weight The power supply in the PL6 0 Il operates at 90 kilohertz 90 000 cycles per second By raising the operating frequency of the power supply the pow
23. fully and finger tighten the retaining screws Do not use tools to tighten the retaining screws If using the DataPort only for control and monitor ing of amplifier functions and NOT audio input then the audio input may be connected to the normal combo or terminal block connectors If audio inputs are active on both the DataPort and normal connections they will be summed producing unexpected results If connecting a OSC DSP 3 or DSP 4 module to the PL6 0 II make sure the DataPort cable between the amp and the DSP module has pin 9 removed from either end See DSP module documentation for details gt to OSC DataPort accessory CONNECTIONS DataPort OSControl users only Typical DataPort Application Refer to OSControl and DataPort Accessory documentation for connection details Remotely monitor and control your OSC amplifiers with OSControl software and f QSC amplifier network monitors Network Ethernet Switch Laptop Computer connects to digital signal processor RS 232 port for configuration Ethernet Cable QSC DataPort Cable PowerLight 6 0 II CH2 INPUT CH1 aeg POWER CONTROL INPUT SENSITIVITY 3 0V STANDBY ed INPUT IMPEDANCE 20K BALANCED 10K UNBALANCED ty s etis A A Use only OSC Audio DataPort Cables for DataPort connections available from OSC s Technical Services Group lf amplifier Power Status is to be con trolled with remote network
24. ily disconnecting the DataPort cables to each Processor if the amplifier powers up then the amplifier network control was forcing the amp to be in STANDBY mode e f using the rear panel Power Supply Control connections be sure the control s contacts are open The amplifier cuts out when I really crank it up intermittent operation e Make sure the AC power source is rated for the required current Use only 10 gauge heavy duty extension cords e f the AC power source is sagging or drooping under heavy load the circuit is overloaded or has other fundamental problems Use another circuit or have the circuit checked by a licensed professional electrician e Do not use multiple PL6 0 II s from the same AC power circuit branch Momentary peak current from the AC line can easily exceed 50 Amps per amplifier While this is well within the limits of 30 Amp continuous circuits additional amplifier s could overload one circuit branch Always consult a licensed professional electrician for verification of proper AC power distribution in high power systems Can use some sort of adapter on the power cord so that can use regular outlets e OSC Audio Products strongly discourages ANY changes in the AC power connections Use only NEMA L5 30 120V 30 Ampere twist lock connectors or the 240V cordset supplied with the amplifier All supply circuits and AC power receptacles should be rated for voltage and current printed on
25. ndent gain control clip limiting and output connection just like Stereo Mode MODE switch set to PARALLEL EX A Do not apply input signal To operate in Parallel Mode set the in parallel mode Note CH2 input ti b d to daisy chain the input signal to additional lifiers Mode Switch to PARALLEL Connect CHI and CHZ connectors are connected in parallel when mode switch is setto PARALLEL the single input signal and the two Also note and connections required from each output to each speaker speaker channels BRIDGE l STEREO if l PARALLEL Bridge Mode In Bridge Mode both output chan nels are combined into one higher power channel The result is one CH1 INPUT output with about 4 times the peak power and about 3 times the sus MODE caste tained power of a single channel set to BRIDGE Use only CH1 s input Output connec tions for Bridge Mode are the two red binding posts Connection polarity is clearly marked CH1 red binding post positive CH2 red binding post negative Do not use in bridge mode Note In bridge mode the output signal is between the CH1 and CH2 red positive binding posts To operate in Bridge Mode set the nhs mbea a aae Mode Switch to the BRIDGE position Connect the single input and the Speakon connectors are not recommended for single speaker channel A Bridge mode use Use binding post outputs BRIDGE I Speakons are not wired for Bridge mode output STEREO M m PAR
26. ong periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as 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 15 When installing equipment into a rack distribute the units evenly Otherwise hazardous conditions may be created by an uneven weight distribution 16 Connect the unit only to a properly rated supply circuit 17 Reliable earthing grounding of rack mounted equipment should be maintained 18 Maximum operating ambient temperature is 50 C The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to humans The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in this manual CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock do not CAUTION remove the cover No user serviceable parts inside Re RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK fer servicing to qualified service personnel DO NOT OPEN WARNING To prevent fire or electric shock do not ex pose this equipment to rain or moisture The PL
27. ower switch are six LEDs indicating the Power Status of the amplifier The left column of LEDs is for channel 1 and the right column for channel 2 POWER green LED indicating the amplifier is turned on and con nected to a properly functioning AC source PROTECT O STANDBY yellow LED illuminates when the amplifier is put into O STANDBY O Standby mode by DataPort or Power Supply Remote Control connec O POWER O tor 1 CHANNEL 2 PROTECT red LED illuminates when the amplifier goes into protec tive muting This could be caused by shorted wiring or speakers overheating or amplifier failure See Troubleshooting section 20 USE Gain Controls Gain Controls A Gain control adjustment is provided for each channel The voltage gain of the amplifier in dB is one a nf ES a Om wy N oi marked around each control mE eee ee E O 200 O 8 a SIGNAL 8 30 Rotating the control clockwise increases the gain ES E of the amplifier Rotating the control counter TTT clockwise reduces the gain of the amplifier In Stereo and Parallel operating modes see p 10 each channel s gain is adjusted by its respective control In Bridge mode use channel 1 s gain control channel 2 s control is ignored in bridge mode USE Signal Level LED Indicators Signal Level LED Indicators Between the Gain controls are eight LEDs indicating input signal level to the amplifier
28. r ing devices and signal processors lt is typically used in larger sized installations where amplifiers may be located far away from system operators The DataPort interconnects provide audio inputs to the amplifiers and amplifier operating data temperatures power status audio power level etc to other OSC equipment such as the CM16a Amplifier Network Monitor Managing all this information and the operation of the amplifiers is OSC s OSControl software running on a PC OSControl primarily handles amplifier tasks while another OSC program Signal Manager handles Processor configuration If you are not using the PL6 0 II with OSControl OSC DSP 3 OSC DSP 4 or other QSC DataPort accessory do not use the DataPort DataPort Cables Use only QSC Audio DataPort Cables for DataPort connections Molded connector DataPort cables are standard Premium DataPort cables made to a order with hand wired termination provide a A individually shielded audio pairs for the best E possible audio performance Either type of QSC INPUT IMPEDANCE 20K BALANCED 10K Uj ED STANDBY h DataPort cable is available from OSC s Technical Services Group Computer VGA cables are similar but can degrade your audio quality we do not recommend their use Connecting Orient the DataPort cable s male HD 15 plug with the DataPort receptacle insert
29. r by using the appropriate OSControl software connections and commands Using the Rear Panel Power Supply Control Connector Included with the PL6 0 II is a 2 pin terminal block connector for the Power Supply Control Using two wires a S P S T switch and the connector wire the control as shown in the diagram right ENABLE q When the switch contacts are open the amplifier ho i switeh open will be operating normally on When the switch contacts are closed the ampli fier will be in Standby mode STANDBY PE h switch closed CONNECTIONS Outputs Binding Posts Connecting the Outputs to the Speakers Use either the binding post or the Speakon output connections Binding posts are covered on this page Speakons on the following page Note that the PL6 0 Il does not support Bridge mode output from the Speakons see page 11 There are two basic speaker connection configurations for the PL6 0 Il Stereo and Parallel operating modes use two separate output channel connections Bridge mode uses only one output channel connection Refer to the chart below for connection diagrams Mode Switch position is shown for reference Speakon pinout is provided on the following page Do not use less than 4 ohm loads in Bridge mode Note polarity of connections A for Bridge mode Speakon connections do not support Bridge mode Do not use banana type plugs for connecting to binding posts They will fail at the high po
30. r in watts 20 Hz to 20 kHz 8 ohms per channel 1150 at 0 1 THD 4 ohms per channel 2050 at 0 1 THD 2 ohms per channel 3250 at 0 1 THD EIA 1 kHz 1 THD 8 ohms per channel 1300 4 ohms per channel 2200 2 ohms per channel 3500 Bridged Mode 16 ohms 1 kHz 1 THD 2600 8 ohms 1 kHz 1 THD 4400 4 ohms 1 kHz 1 THD 7000 Dynamic Headroom at 4 ohms 0 77 dB Distortion THD 20 Hz to 20 kHz lt 0 06 8 4 and 2 ohms at 10 dB below rated power 20 Hz to 2 kHz lt 0 02 1150 watts at 8 ohms 2050 watts at 4 ohms 3250 watts at 2 ohm Frequency response at 10 dB below rated power 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 15 dB 2 Hz to 50 kHz 3 0 dB Damping Factor gt 2000 at 1 kHz and below Noise unweighted 107 dB below rated output from 20 Hz to 20 kHz Voltage Gain 40x 32 dB Input Sensitivity 2 4 Vrms 9 4 dBu for rated power into 8 ohms 2 3 Vrms 9 5 dBu for rated power into 4 ohms Input Impedance 20 k ohm balanced 10 k ohm unbalanced Controls AC power switch Mode switch Gain controls Clip Limiter switches Connectors Inputs combo and terminal block Outputs binding posts 60 amp rated recommend no banana plug usage Speakon outputs 1 per channel for Stereo and Parallel operation only Power Supply Control connector 2 pin terminal block connector LED Indicators Power supply section Power on red Standby yellow Protect red 1 LED for each channel Signal indicator section Signal green 20 dB yellow 10 dB yellow Clip
31. the serial number plate e Unreliable and potentially dangerous conditions could result from using this product with improperly rated AC supply circuits Always consult a licensed professional electrician for verification of proper AC power distribution in high power systems e In emergencies 15A adaptors can be used if full operating levels are avoided TROUBLESHOOTING am using the amp for a subwoofer application and it sounds rubbery what s up e Verify that the Clip Limiters are OFF See page 21 e The Clip Limiter is set to respond as quickly as possible after clipping is detected On low frequency material this may be perceived as a rubbery effect It may be preferable to turn Clip Limiting off and let the amp clip occasionally especially if the speakers are robust l am trying to use QSC s DSP 3 or DSP 4 signal processor but it doesn t power up when the amp is turned on What s wrong e Nothing The PL6 0 Il does not supply the required power to the DSP 3 or DSP 4 module e An accessory AC adaptor wall wart will be required for the DSP 3 or DSP 4 Contact QSC Technical Services for details e Make sure the DataPort cable between the amp and the DSP module has pin 9 removed from either end See DSP module documentation for details 23 SPECIFICATIONS PowerLight 6 0 Il Electrical Data Output Circuit Type quasi complementary MOSFET output with multi step high efficiency circuit Output Powe
32. wer levels of this amplifier Operating Reccruti Mode Switch A A escription Position Output Connections and Typical Speaker Configuration Stereo mode is where each channel has Lf b N its own separate input and output Each BRIDGE j STEREO channel s gain is controlled by its STEREO N yy Stereo Wy respective front panel Gain control rc l A Resulting output has stereo image PARALLEL Q Q JA NS mage de N BRIDGED MONT F f Z 2 ohms minimum Z 2 ohms minimum Parallel mode applies the same input signal to both output channels One input applied to either channel s input connector will drive both outputs 22 with the same signal Each channel s e ETS gain is controlled by it respective iiig k f j front panel Gain control Resulting i 5 S j PARALLEL output has mono image STEREO SN Af AN Y r p PARALLEL O O SA D A DO NOT APPLY MORE THAN ONE Ap f 3 INPUT SIGNAL IN PARALLEL MODE gt j W SS Y Na ALL INPUT CONNECTORS ARE E CONNECTED IN PARALLEL WHEN a ini Z 2 ohms minimum PARALLEL MODE IS SELECTED ene ahm minimum Bridge mode combines both amplifier High power Mono Output channels into one higher power channel One input signal drives the one bridged Subwoofer output Apply input signal to CH1 input Use CH1 Gain control CH2 s control has no effect
33. x E U seulement zollfrei nur beim USA sin costo en EE UU solamente Technical Services Group Service a la client le Kundendienst Servicio a la clientela 714 957 7150 800 772 2834 toll free in U S A only sans frais aux E U seulement zollfrei nur beim USA sin costo en EE UU solamente Facsimile Numbers Num ros de t l copieur Telefaxnummern N mero de FAX Sales amp Marketing FAX T l copie ventes amp marketing Telefax der Verkauf u Marketing FAX ventas y marketing 714 754 6174 Customer Service FAX T l copie service la client le Kundendienst Telefax FAX servicio a la clientela 714 754 6173 World Wide Web www qscaudio com CE E mail info qscaudio com service qscaudio com 27 TM QSC Audio Products Inc 1675 MacArthur Boulevard Costa Mesa California 92626 USA QSC and the QSC logo are registered with the U S Patent and Trademark Office 2002 OSC Audio Products Inc
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