Cesium
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1. P PN K fe A A Wi sf so oF Mi OQ Py oO A fe 2 0 Cep rt Qu osa C wo onm ORDERCODE D4160 ORDERCODE D4161 Ium cesiun zon 3 cesiun san E K Cesium 200 Cesium 300 SHOWELECTRONICS FOR PROFESSIONALS Congratulations You have bought a great innovative product from DAP Audio The DAP Audio Cesium series bring excitement to any venue Whether you want simple plug amp play action or a sophisticated show this product provides the effect you need You can rely on DAP Audio for more excellent audio products We design and manufacture professional audio equipment for the entertainment industry New products are being launched regularly We work hard to keep you our customer satisfied For more information iwant dap audio info You can get some of the best quality best priced products on the market from DAP Audio So next time turn to DAP Audio for more great audio equipment Always get the best with DAP Audio Thank you DAP Audio DAP Audio Cesium 200 300 Product Guide A AAA ule UNS COS AA IA Operating De SAR ATOS ae a de ne a ee Broo leo T FS LS TCPRDNCTROTTTO L A Overview Front Slid AE EE iac BARS Ee DFAS Call LT 0 2 wanan wawaua wakanu na wanunua wa aana waa na Set Up and EES2. ction overheat short circuits DC limit and softstart Output Relay Zero Current Switch Intellectual Clip Limiter Voltage AC 240V 50Hz CE Crosstalk gt 80dB gt 80dB Gross Weight 13 9KG 14 3KG Dimensions mm 483x490x44 5 483x490x44 5 LxWxH LxWxH Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice CE DAP AUDIO 2004 DapAudio
3. d mode may damage both the amplifier and test equipment e Do not drive the inputs with a signal level bigger than required to drive the equipment to full output n system setup the amplifier s output power must be 50965 10096 more than the loaded loudspeakers rated power e Please turn off the power switch when changing the power cord or signal cable or select the input mode switch e In typical use Please set the volume to OdB position e Sometimes when you want to send one signal to more than one amplifier you should use a signal distributor e For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only e Prevent distortion Make sure that all components connected to the Cesium have sufficient power ratings Otherwise distortion will be generated because the components are operated at their limits e Avoid ground loops Always be sure to connect the power amps and the mixing console to the same electrical circuit to ensure the same phase e If system is dropped or struck disconnect mains power supply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect for safety before operating e Ifthe system has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation e g after transportation do not switch it on immediately The arising condensation water might damage your system Leave the system switched off until it has reached room temperature e Repairs servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician e WARRANTY Till o
4. eege Connecting CESIUM 200 and 300 EE MO ue EE ee le EE e e dl Le EE Product SOCCITIC e e EE WARNING CAUTION Keep this system away from rain and moisture FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START UP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation operation and maintenance of this system has to be qualified follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION Be careful with your operations YA With a dangerous voltage you can suffer a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires Before you initial start up please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation Should there be any consult your dealer and do not use the system To maintain perfect condition and to ensure a safe operation it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the system are not subject to warranty This system contains no user serviceable parts Refer servicing to qualified technicians only IMPORTANT The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non observance of this manual or any unauthorized modification to the system e Never let the power cord come into contact with other cables Handle the power cord and all connections with the mains with particular caution e Never remove warn
5. elector This switch is used to choose the operating mode of the power amplifier Stereo Mode 2 inputs channel 1 and 2 and 2 outputs are used Parallel Mode 1 input channel 1 and 2 outputs are used 14 High Pass Filter Selector This switch is used to cut low frequency under 30Hz infrasound 15 Input Sensitivity Selector This selector allows you to choose the input sensitivity 0 77V 1 0V or 1 4V 16 Ground Selector If you experience hum or noise in your speaker put the selector in ON position 17 Channel 2 Turn lock Output Connect this turn lock output to a speaker The branching is 1 1 except in bridge mode where the branching is 1 2 18 Channel 1 Turn Lock Output Connect this turn lock output to another speaker The branching is 1 1 19 Air Entrance This part is the air entrance Don t obstruct it 20 Fuse The fuse is used to protect your amplifier from different kinds of AC problems If the power amplifier is on and nothing lights please check the fuse compartment If fuse is broken please be sure to use a fuse of the same type and specification Installation Remove all packing materials from the Cesium Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed Screw the equipment into a 19 rack Connect all cables Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing Damages caused by non observance are not subject to warranty Set Up and Operation Before plugging the unit in alwa
6. ing or informative labels from the unit e Never use anything to cover the ground contact s Do not insert objects into air vents Do not connect this system to a dimmerpack s Do not switch the system on and off in short intervals as this would reduce the system s life e Do not open this device Risk hazardous radiation exposure s Donotrun the output of any amplifier channel back into another channels input s Do not connect parallel or series an amplifier output with any other amplifier output e Only use system indoor avoid contact with water or other liquids s Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases e Always disconnect power from the mains when system is not used Only handle the power cord by the plug Never pull out the plug by tugging the power cord e Make sure you don t use the wrong kind of cables or defective cables Make sure that the signals into the mixer are balanced otherwise hum could be created e Make sure you use DI boxes to balance unbalanced signals All incoming signals should be clear Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel e Make sure that the power cord is never crimped or damaged Check the system and the power cord from time to time e Always operate the unit with the AC ground wire connected to the electrical system ground e Connecting amplifier outputs to oscilloscopes or other test equipment while the amplifier is in bridge
7. ne year after date of purchase OPERATING DETERMINATIONS If this system is operated in any other way than the one described in this manual the product may suffer damages and the warranty becomes void Any other operation may lead to dangers like short circuit burns electric shock etc You endanger your own safety and the safety of others Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property Description of the device Features The Cesium 200 and 300 are professional amplifiers Cesium 200 and 300 e 2x Channel in e 2x Speakon out Built in Clip Limiter e Switch able entrance sensitivity 0 77V 1V and 1 4V Parallel or stereo mode e 30 Hz Hi pass filter 3 dB 18 dB oct e Ground selector Back to front airflow e Amplifier has softstart and separate standby power In case of temporary power failure the amplifier has to be restarted by pushing the ON OFF switch again On and off switching eventually happens with relay Overview a2 E pa 3 4 m D 4 e 8 N o ei 7 enen LE GG E en EE 9 9 1 Handles Handles are used for easy transportation 2 Air vents Don t obstruct or insert objects into air vents 3 Power Button Use this button to switch your power amplifier on 4 CLIP Indicator Any illumination of the red clip indicates a state of over modulation distortion at extremely high volumes In this case check the output signal of your mixer and turn d
8. own the input gain control Please keep in mind that the power amplifier cannot correct any distortion 5 Channel 1 Volume Control In stereo mode this potentiometer allows the adjustment of the channel 1 input level left channel In Bridge mode this potentiometer allows the adjustment of the two channels at the same time 6 Channel 2 Volume Control In stereo mode this potentiometer allows the adjustment of the channel 2 input level Right channel In bridge mode this potentiometer is disabled 7 PROTECTION Indicator When this indicator lights the power amplifier is in protection mode Switch off the device and find out what the problem is The power amplifier is protected against overheat overload short circuit DC soft start 8 SIGNAL Indicator The illumination of the LED only indicates a safe operation 9 POWER Indicator This indicator lights when the power amplifier is switched on NEU m eu 13 14 15 Me EEE Ne CEE Se d z LENS LES acil LER ce Les pret op HUDD enn gGHOHBHBE CESIUM SERIES DESCRIPTION REAR PANEL 10 AC Socket Plug this cord into the power supply socket Before using the power amplifier check if the power supply is 240V 11 Channel 2 XLR Input This XLR input is a balanced input Connect this input to the left output of your mixer 12 Channel 1 XLR Input This XLR input is a balanced input Connect this input to the right output of your mixer 13 Operation Mode S
9. y 15 days Replacing a Fuse Power surges short circuit or inappropriate electrical power supply may cause a fuse to burn out If the fuse burns out the product will not function whatsoever If this happens follow the directions below to do so 1 Unplug the unit from electric power source 2 Insert a flat head screwdriver into the slot in the fuse cover Gently pry up the fuse cover 3 Remove the broken fuse If brown or unclear it is burned out 4 Insert the replacement fuse into the holder where the old fuse was Reinsert the fuse cover Be sure to use a fuse of the same type and specification See the product specification label for details Troubleshooting Dap Audio Cesium 200 and 300 This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems If a problem occurs carry out the steps below in sequence until a solution is found Once the unit operates properly do not carry out following steps If the amplifier does not operate properly refer servicing to a technician 1 If you experience low output or no output at all unplug immediately 2 Check the fuse power from the wall all cables etc 3 If all of the above appears to be O K plug the unit in again 4 f you are unable to determine the cause of the problem do not open the amplifier as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void 5 Return the amplifier to your Dap Audio dealer Product Specifications 0 0 3 1W 8ohm 3dB 100KHz Prote
10. ys make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 240V power or vice versa Install this device on a flat surface not bending or curved Do not supply power before all components of the system are set up and connected properly You can connect the Cesium in 2 different modes Stereo and Parallel CONNECTING FOR CESIUM 200 and 300 CH2 CH1 1 Stereo mode XLR XLR a STEREO 1 L ds sent DER erre In this mode connect the 2 inputs CH1 and CH2 to your mixer s outputs Put the selector to the stereo position Output volume can be adjusted by means of the two potentiometers Connect the 2 turn lock outputs to the 2 speakers CH1 Parallel mode XLR TE 1 ex Fr e PES HE EE In this mode connect the input CH1 to your mixer s outputs Put the selector on the parallel position Outputs volume can be adjusted by means of the two potentiometers Connect the 2 turn lock outputs to the 2 speakers Maintenance The Cesium amplifier requires almost no maintenance However you should keep the unit clean Disconnect the mains power supply and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth Do not immerse in liquid Keep connections clean Disconnect electric power and then wipe the audio connections with a damp cloth Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power Please clean the dust filter ever
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