RL-Amplifier 2 - Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH
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1. RL Amplifier 2 musikelectronic geithain a CH DOWN ITEM DOWN Instructions for installation and use INHALTSVERZEICHNIS 2 Inhaltsverzeichnis 1 Introduction 3 2 Disclaimer 4 3 System description 5 4 Technical data 6 5 Basic information 7 5 1 Guidelines 7 5 2 Safety instructions 7 53 Unboxing 10 5 4 Delivery contents 10 5 5 Guarantee acknowledgements 10 6 Controls and connections 11 6 1 Front 11 6 2 Back 11 7 Installation and operation 12 7 1 Cable connections 12 8 Operation and configuration of the amplifier 14 8 1 Desktop Software ME Geithain DSP Control 14 8 2 Menu structure 14 83 Home screen 15 84 Preset menu 15 8 5 Channel menu 16 8 6 Entering names and passwords 18 9 User rights 19 10 Troubleshooting 20 11 Notes 21 musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 INTRODUCTION 3 1 Introduction Dear customer Thank you for your trust you have put in us by buying these speakers You decided upon a quality product that in regard to tonal and technical characteristics complies with the utmost expectations Please read the technical description and manual to take advantage of the capabilities of these speakers and ensure safe operation RL Amplifier 2 musikelectronic geithain GmbH DISCLAIMER q 2 Disclaimer Technical data and appearances are subject to changes without notice Errors and omissions excepted Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH assumes no liability for any loss which ma2. RL Amplifier 2 O O FS COPY PASTE CH UP CH DOWN i L s Co mane I win oe O musikelectronic geithain MENU EXIT The channel menu is used to browse between the inputs and changing the parameters of the signal processing chain of the according channel Enter the channel menu by pressing the rotary control or the buttons Ch UP or Ch DOWN The first row shows the current input and the current item The Ch UP and Ch DOWN buttons are used to choose an input To choose an item use the ITEM UP and ITEM DOWN buttons similarly to selecting an input The parameters are adjustable through the rotary control All changes take effect immediately and remain stored until a new preset is loaded Pressing down the rotary control browses through the parameters of the items if more parameters are available to this item musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION OF THE AMPLIFIER 17 The input channels are 4 InA analogue left 4 InB analogue right 4 InC digital left 4 InD digital right Gain Delay Lowpass Highpass PEQ1 PEQ10 Compr Limiter Link ITEM DOWN 1 ITEM UP Signal processing chain in a channel Gain Adjust the gain of the channel e g to adjust the balance or volume between analogue and AES signals 4 Mute 48dB 12dB Delay Delay every input signal e g for compensation of different distances in a 5 1 setup 4 0 2000ms 4 0 2252ft 4 0 686 52m LowPass Use lowpass filt
3. corresponding declarations and records are deposited with the manufacturer Products built by us belong to B2C class of the WEEE guidelines and must not be disposed with domestic waste 5 2 Safety instructions Like using any other electrical device you should observe the following operation guidelines safety instructions and warning signs to ensure optimum functionality and safety of operation 4 Read these instructions carefully 4 Keep these instructions during the life cycle at a safe place The instructions are an important part of the product Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Clean only with dry or slightly moistened cloth A A A A The heat sink must not be blocked or covered This product should not be installed unless proper ventilation is provided or manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to 4 Do not install the device near any heat sources 4 Protect the power cord from being walked on pinched or damaged in any other way Pay particular attention to plugs and the point where they exit from the amplifier unit 4 The product may only be used in accordance with the information provided in the user manual Before and during the usage of the amplifier please ensure that all recommendations especially the safety recommendations in the user manual are adhered to 4 Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The product may fall causing serious injury and serious dam
4. plugs and the point where they exit from the device Lightning For added protection of the product during lightning storms or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges Interference of external objects and or liquids with the appliance Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the amplifier Connecting When you connect the device to other equipment turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the supply source Failure to do so may cause an electric shock and serious personal injury Read the user s manual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions when making the connections Sound level Reduce the volume to minimum before you tune on the amplifier to prevent sudden high levels of noise which may cause hearing or speaker damage Power failure In case of power failure while the amplifier is powered up it will automatically restart as soon as the mains supply is restored All settings made before the power failure are restored Speakon connectors and Speakon cords WARNING Speakon connectors marked with a lightning bolt indicate high voltages that might be life threatening Refer custom wiring with these con
5. Balanced Balanced Unbalanced connector Amplifier connector Signal source connector Signal source XLR XLR RCA Pin 1 Pin 1 Ring Pin 2 Pin 2 Tip Pin 3 Pin 3 Ring When using a signal source with unbalanced outputs RCA you need to balance the connecting cables This avoids hum and other noise interferences The table and the following figure show the wiring musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 13 Unbalanced RCA to balanced XLR Connections Source RCA To connect the RL Amplifier 2 to the corresponding speakers you need a NL8 Speakon cable wired according to the following table Power signal Power signal Amplifier Speaker Speakon NL8 amp Speakon NL8 amp PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 2 PIN 2 PIN 3 PIN 3 PIN 4 PIN 4 PIN 5 PIN 5 PIN 6 PIN 6 PIN 7 PIN 7 PIN 8 PIN 8 musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION OF THE AMPLIFIER 8 Operation and configuration of the amplifier The RL Amplifier 2 can be configured directly at the device or comfortably with a personal computer and ME Geithain DSP Control 8 1 Desktop Software ME Geithain DSP Control For RL Amplifier 2 configuration and monitoring is possible via the integrated RJ45 ports 2 with a personal computer IBM PC or Macintosh The according software as well as a user manual is available for download from the Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH website 8 2 Menu structure When the RL Ampl
6. age to the product 4 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 BASIC INFORMATION 8 Water rain humidity and dust The device is not protected against water rain or excessive humidity and mustn t be exposed to these environmental conditions or operated next to them Employ appropriate safety measures to prevent dust and dirt to get into the device Dust and humidity are often the main reason for high voltage creepage paths and serious electrical dangers Maintenance Unplug the device from the mains supply and refer to your authorised retailer or authorised repair and maintenance shop or the manufacturer Maintenance is only allowed by one of the stated groups because opening or removing the cover could expose you to dangerous voltages or other dangers Maintenance is required when liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device the device has been exposed to rain or moisture the device has been dropped or suffered damage in any other way the device exhibits a distinct change from its normal function or performance Repair and replacement parts All service and repair work must be carried out by an authorised retailer or an authorised repair and maintenance shop or the manufacturer When replacement parts are required please ensure that only replacement parts specified by the manufacturer are used The use of unauthorised replacement parts ma
7. al production work chains is easily possible due to the AES EBU input musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 4 Technical data nominal input level maximum input level output power limited to LF MF HF inherent noise sound level with attached loudspeaker status indication at RL Amplifier level indicator operating voltage power consumption mains connector protection class input connector analogue digital output connector dimensions w x d x h weight environmental specifications operating temperature range storage temperature range Humidity EMV conformity additional accessories optional musikelectronic geithain GmbH TECHNICAL DATA 6 6dBu 22 dBu 160W 80W 80W P lt 10dB A r 1m 3 3ft display blue LED chain at amplifier 85 265V 50 60Hz max 400VA max 4A IEC connector protection class 1 2x XLR3 F XLR3 F AES EBU 2x Neutrik Speakon NL8 MPR 44 5 cm faceplate 48 5cm x 27cm x 4 5cm 1RU 17 5in faceplate 19 1in x 10 6in x 1 8in 1 RU 4 2kg 9 3 bs 15 C 35 C 25 C 45 C 45 75 EN55103 1 Emission Class A EN55103 2 Immunity NL8 Speakon connection cable between amplifier and loudspeaker RL Amplifier 2 BASIC INFORMATION 7 5 Basic information 5 1 Guidelines This product complies with requirements of current European and national guidelines Elektromagnetische Vertr glichkeit 89 336 EWG The conformity is ascertained
8. appropriate use or extraneous circumstances there are no claims under guarantee musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 11 Controls and connections 6 1 Front O rome OL D ED D ED o RL Amplifier 2 Q C z Km Sv musikelectronic geithain OQO 8 1 3 4 5 7 8 4 Power button for switching the device on and off 1 4 RJ 45 10 100 Baste T port for maintenance and configuration 2 4 LED level meter 3 4 Six buttons for navigation and controlling the device 4 4 LCD display with two rows 5 4 Two buttons for navigation and controlling the device with copy and paste functionality 6 4 Rotary control for navigation and controlling the device 7 4 Mounting holes for installation into a rack with four screws 8 6 2 Back Enan Rawson O oO one ca E FH NCO Wee oo O 2 RS yy eee O Masain Germany NA aA oil Fuse 5AT 8 9 10 11 4 2x XLR3 F connectors for the input signal left and right channel 8 4 XLR3 F AES EBU connector for digital input 9 4 2x eight pole Speakon connector for connection to the speakers 10 4 IEC connector with fuse carrier 250V 5 AT for powering up the device 11 musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 12 7 Installation and operation Every amplifier output is paired to exactly one speaker by the
9. d Amplifier is getting too hot Remove the input signal and let the device cool down Ensure the device is installed according to the instructions and proper ventilation is provided LED under the tweeter blinks red Output current of the amplifier is Examine the speaker or the cable too high for defects Shorts musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 NOTES 21 11 Notes musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 NOTES DU musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 NOTES 23 musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 musikelectronic geithain gmbh STUDIOTECHNIK HIGHENDTECHNIK BESCHALLUNGSTECHNIK NikolaistraBe 7 04643 Geithain Germany Tel 49 0 34341 3110 Fax 49 0 34341 31144 E Mail info me geithain de www me geithain de
10. ering on the input signal with different slopes filter characteristics and variable frequencies 4 Freq 50 Hz 20 000 Hz 4 Type BUT 6 12 18 24dB BES 6 12 18 24dB LR 12 24dB 4 Enabled Off On HighPass Use highpass filtering on the input signal with the same parameters as the lowpass filter e g filtering the low frequencies of the satellites in a 5 1 set up 4 Freq 20 Hz 20 000 Hz 4 Type BUT 6 12 18 24dB BES 6 12 18 24dB LR 12 24dB 4 Enabled Off On musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION OF THE AMPLIFIER 18 PEQ1 10 Parametric filters for adjustment to the room acoustics 4 Gain 12 12dB 4 Freq 20 Hz 20 kHz 4 Type Bell Notch High Shelf Low Shelf Allpass Band Pass High Pass Low Pass 4 Enabled Off On 4 Q 0 1 25 Compressor Compressor for the according channel 4 Thr 48 dBu 24 dBu 4 Att 1 10 000 ms 4 Hold 0 10 000ms 4 Rel 1 10 000 ms 4 Ratio 1 20 1 inf 1 4 Gain 12dB 12dB Limiter Limiter for the input signal 4 Thr 48 dBu 24dBu 4 Rel 10 100 dB s Link Use this option to group analogue and digital input signals so that the settings of the left channel are automatically copied to the right channel 4 Off On 8 6 Entering names and passwords To insert strings like names and passwords through the panel choose a digit with the rotary control and confirm by pressing the rotary control dow
11. ifier 2 is switched on the display 5 shows the Home screen with device name and currently loaded preset Underneath is the Preset menu used to load and save presets show the serial number of the DSP module and switch to the LOCKED status The signal processing parameters of the currently loaded preset are configured in the Channel menu If there is no input in the lower levels the amplifier returns to the Home screen MP H a 1 a a O t Preset menu Channel menu Shiels m EXIT MENU CH UP CH DOWN ITEM UP ITEM DOWN Navigation between the menus musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION OF THE AMPLIFIER 15 83 Home screen O CH UP CH DOWN RL Amplifier 2 O Oo d ITEM UP ITEM DOWN musikelectronic geithain MENU EXIT In the first row the Home screen shows the type of the speaker connected to the RL Amplifier 2 The second row shows the number of the current preset then the name of the preset A at the end of the line indicates that the amplifier is currently occupied loading presets synchronising with the PC software etc Meanwhile controlling the device is not possible A at the beginning of the first line indicates unsaved changes in the current configuration 8 4 Preset menu The preset menu is at any time accessible by pressing MENU The first menu item is LOAD to load a saved preset Press MENU again
12. n The cursor will then jump right to the next position Press ITEM DOWN and the cursor jumps back to the position to the left To confirm a name press the MENU button To access a password protected function it is sufficient to enter the right password musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 USER RIGHTS 9 User rights The device is divided into three user levels with different permissions LOCKED USER and ADMINISTRATOR The levels USER and ADMINISTRATOR are password protected The LOCKED level prevents changes to the configuration of the device by unauthorised personnel The device could be started up in the LOCKED mode or USER mode ADMINISTRATOR rights Save presets Load presets Standard passwords ADMINISTRATOR TsAmMAD7 USER tSAmPUr4 musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 TROUBLESHOOTING 20 10 Troubleshooting Screen dark Device in stand by Press any key Device is switched off Ensure the device is switched on No sound Speakers are not connected Examine the Speakon correctly connections to the speakers In outputs are muted Deactivate muting at the device or in the software No input signal available Connect an analogue or digital input signal Network does not recognise the Network cable defect Exchange the network cable device No DHCP in the network Connect the PC directly to the amplifier with a network cable and check the network settings of the device LED under the tweeter glows re
13. nectors to qualified personnel and use off the shelf cords To prevent electric shock do not operate the product with any of the conductor portion of the speaker wire exposed musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 BASIC INFORMATION 10 Employ appropriate safety measures when connecting the mains cable When installing or connecting the product disconnect it from mains supply The product mustn t be connected to other alternating voltages and sockets than demanded on the back of the device IMPORTANT Only off the shelf cables are allowed to be used to connect the product to mains IMPORTANT To disconnect the product from mains first disconnect the mains cable from the socket and then remove the cable from the product THE MAINS CONNECTION MUSTN T BE DISCONNECTED FROM PROTECTIVE EARTH THAT S ILLEGAL AND DANGEROUS 53 Unboxing Unpack the speaker carefully and check for visible damages by inappropriate transport In case of damages report them to your retailer Keep the packaging in case the speaker has to be transported in the future 5 4 Delivery contents 4 RL Amplifier2 4 Power cord 4 Technical description and user manual Attention The speaker cables with 8 poles are not included in the delivery contents and have to be ordered in the right length 5 5 Guarantee acknowledgements Opening the device by unauthorised personnel leads to all claims under guarantee expire In case of destruction by overloading in
14. same serial number The according serial number is located next to the output Ensure installation in pairs During installation ensure sufficient convection at the heat sink The amplifier should not be installed below devices that tower above it In case of rack installation the amplifier is only screwed to the rack through the face plate Therefore ensure secure mounting Before start up check the mains voltage stated on the backside of the device If your local mains voltage does not match the specification of the speaker please refer to your retailer or direct distribution When the stated and your local mains voltage comply connect the mains connector 11 to the socket with the included mains cable For further connections ensure the amplifier is turned off display unlit In case the display is blue turn of the device by pressing the power button at the front of the device 1 Now connect the speakers with Speakon cables to the amplifier 10 To minimise EMI distortion that could be produced by the device we advise the usage of the Speakon cables sold separately by Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH Connect the signal source to the amplifier through the analogue XLR connectors 8 For digital signal sources use the digital AES EBU input 9 7 1 Cable connections The input of the integrated amplifier is electrically balanced When your signal source also utilizes balanced connectors please use a cable wired as stated in the table
15. to go on through the preset menu Turning the rotary control changes between presets and pressing it down loads the shown preset Another menu item asks to confirm the decision Choose No press MENU or EXIT to abort the action and return to the Home screen The preset number one in the device holds the factory settings For easy assignment the name of this preset consists of the serial numbers of the according speakers This preset cannot be overwritten so that it is always possible to restore the factory settings Handling the menu item SAVE works in the same way After choosing a save location insert a name for the preset Chapter 8 6 Entering names and passwords on page 18 describes the procedure e 4 Version Info SN e 4 Version Info SW e 4 Version Info HW e IP Address e MAC Address e Push ENCODER fy Turn ENCODER gt MENU Menu items of the preset menu After menu item SAVE follows the access level To choose the LOCKED status insert a password according to the user level In chapter 8 6 Entering names and passwords on page 18 is a description of the procedure musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION OF THE AMPLIFIER 16 The last menu item is the information panel Turn the rotary control to browse through items showing the current hardware version serial number of the DSP module software version and the IP and MAC address of the device 8 5 Channel menu O
16. y be suffered by any person who relies either wholly or in part upon any description photograph or statement contained herein Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH products are sold through authorised fulfillers and resellers only Fulfillers and resellers are not agents of Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH and have absolutely no authority to bind Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH by any express or implied undertaking or representation This manual is copyrighted No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying and recording or by any information storage or retrieval system without the prior written permission of Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH All rights reserved Copyright 2015 Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 5 3 System description The RL Amplifier2 is a device especially designed as a separate 19inch rack amplifier for 3 channel studio monitors from Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH The device has PWM power amplifiers to allow operation with convection cooling in a compact 19 inch housing It offers technical protective measures to ensure safe operation of the attached loudspeaker It is designed for users searching for a device with minimum space requirements The use of a digital signal processor allows for flexible adjustment of the frequency response to the acoustical environment Integration into digit
17. y result in injury and or damage through fire or electric shock or other electricity related hazards Safety check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the retailer or the authorised repair and maintenance shop or the manufacturer to perform safety checks to determine that the device is in proper operating condition Transport To ship this device always use the original shipping carton and packaging materials For best protection pack it the same way as the manufacturer Environments Use this product only in E1 E2 E3 or E4 environments according to EN55103 2 Electromagnetic compatibility Product family standard for audio video and audio visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use Part 2 Immunity Ventilation and heat sink The heat sink is provided to ensure reliable operation of the amplifier and to protect it from musikelectronic geithain GmbH RL Amplifier 2 BASIC INFORMATION S overheating The heat sink must not be blocked or covered This product should not be installed unless proper ventilation is provided or manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to Cleaning Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Power cord protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon them or against them paying particular attention to cords and
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