Samson SXD5000 User's Manual
Contents
1. dBu to achieve maximum power The inputs are wired in parallel so they can be used to daisy chain out of each channel to a second power amplifier Binding Post Use these to connect each channel of the amplifier to 4 or 8 ohm loudspeakers Be sure to connect the loudspeaker correctly with the red terminal normally connected to the positive input of the speaker and the black ground terminal normally connected to the negative input of the speaker SAMSON Getting Started DSP The SXD power amplifier features sophisticated high performance DSP with control for the input and output routing filter network EQ limiter and time alignment delay Follow these steps to navigate through the SXD internal DSP settings Samson 1 Turn the SXD power ON The startup screen will be displayed figure 1 2 Press the UP amp DOWN buttons to step through the DSP parameters figure 2 figure 1 3 Rotate the EDIT knob to adjust settings A box will flash in the upper right corner when a set ting has been changed figure 3 4 Pressthe EDIT button to confirm and set the changes Press any other button to cancel the figure 2 adjustment O 5 Press the BACK button to exit out of a parameter and return to the top level of the menu Parallel A link figure 3 DSP Flowchart DSP Settings Preset Choose either Manual Mode which provides access to the full set of adjustable parameters or from the four speak er presets 2 fu2. Ch A level control adjusts Ch 1 Output Ch B level control adjusts Ch 2 Output 66660600 Joss 2006000 o g secsece cui sececcc oss 6000000 ossg 00000600 oss CEE Mono A B Dual Subwoofer and Satellite Ch A level control adjusts Ch 1 Output Ch B level control adjusts Ch 2 Output Mono A B Link Subwoofer and Satellite Ch A level control adjusts Ch 1 and Ch 2 Output ui 6ceocco cie 20006000 ome 06000000 ovrig 000000 G os 6666660 oss o000000 ogv O 12 SAMSON po 600 00 0 1 060900097 T 8900000 00000001 M 0000000 9000000 1 6000000011 Ch A level control adjusts Ch 1 and Ch 2 Output Parallel A Dual Subwoofer and Satellite System Setup Examples Ch A level control adjusts Ch 1 Output Ch B level control adjusts Ch 2 Output Parallel A Link Mono 2 Way Cabinet Q o 0 000000 m 13 SXD Series Power Amplifiers with DSP Wiring Guide Unbalanced Y Connector Signa Signal Ren imn LD Ground Ground Sleeve ground Balanced TRS Y Connector Signal tip Tip signal 7 tip Signal tip Ring wi Signal ring Ground Ground Sleeve ground XLR Balanced Connector Common 1 Hot Common ground ground Hot 2 Solder Points End View Cold Female XLR Cold 3 Common 1 Hot 2 ground Common ground Hot po LS En
3. ERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION SUITABLE FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health Table of Contents nticore 31e o RENE 4 Getting Started with the SXD Power Amplifier LL ss 6 Front Panel Callouts s zm numo oko ER da GEO UR Rm die E at Es 7 Rear Gallouts 2 se bak R KE as ar dim entendu EG 8 Getting Started DSP x a ss Kom 66 m Bok RK KOR MOR KOR KOR OK KRK 9 PresetS amp ee mox ee fe sk KE EE EUN EE SG e UR e Re ca 11 System Setup Examples 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2425 22 5 12 Wiring Guides 3 e as s a8 ace D EN Eb DA SR Sub F Sub we 14 Specifications e rv ll ll les sa ss 15 Copyright 2014 v1 2 Samson Technologies Corp 45 Gilpin Avenue Hauppauge New York 11788 8816 Phone 1 800 3 SAMSON 1 800 372 6766 Fax 631 784 2201 www samsontech com SXD Series Power Amplifiers with DSP Introduction The Samson SXD Series stereo power amplifiers have been designed to provide robust clean output with low distortion and wide dynamic range along with the dependability demanded by professional front of house engineers and installers The convenient two rack space design is compact and yet there s plenty of power available with 2 x 450 Watts at 40 for the SXD3000 2
4. SXD SERIES POWER AMPLIFIERS witH DSP SXD3000 900 Watt Stereo Power Amplifier SXD5000 1 500 Watt Stereo Power Amplifier SXD7000 2 000 Watt Stereo Power Amplifier SAMSON SAMSON SAMSON Owner s Manual SAMSON Important Safety Information CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of non insulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC LECTRONIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the pres ence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions QE QU NIE This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquid and no object filled with liquid such as a vase should be placed on the apparatus Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any of the ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat reg
5. anding situations The SXD amps are designed for the rigors of either portable PA system or a fixed installation system with all steel chassis 19 inch rack mount design and convenient carry handles Optimized for live sound venues houses of worship commercial installations and for driving live PA systems the SXD amplifiers will deliver reliable power from gig to gig and venue to venue In the following pages you ll find a detailed description of the many features of the SXD Series power amplifier as well as a guided tour through its front and rear pan els step by step instructions for its setup and use and full specifications We recommend you keep the following records for reference as well as a copy of your sales receipt Serial number Date of purchase Dealer name With proper care and maintenance your SXD amplifier will operate trouble free for many years Should your speaker ever require servicing a Return Authorization RA number must be obtained before shipping your unit to Samson Without this number the unit will not be accepted Please call Samson at 1 800 3SAMSON 1 800 372 6766 for an RA number prior to shipping your unit Please retain the original packing materials and if possible return the unit in its original carton If your SXD amplifier was purchased outside of the United States contact your local distributor for warranty details and service information 4 SAMSON Features E mannm Pro
6. d View Solder Points Cold 3 Male XLR Cold RCA Connector Tip signal Tip signal Tip signal ee Te T E Sleeve ground Sleeve ground Sleeve Speakon Wiring Guide p g A SE D Ug f l 1 2 2 Not Connected Moo SAMSON Specifications EE X00 9799 Rated Output Pame Stereo both channel driven Current Consumption 115VAC 230VAC S Distortion ypical G4 omm 0 Continuously variable speed fan cooling 3 pin XLR and 14 TRS balanced Connectors each channel Outputs Binding post and Speakon Controls Power switch CH A amp CH B volume DSP Controls UP DOWN BACK buttons amp EDIT encoder button Signal 2038 1098 Limit Thermal Short Circuit Open Circuit Thermal RF protection Load protected Protection against DC faults Display 2x16 Character LCD Manual mode 2 Full Range Mono 2 Way Sub Sat 2 Subs 1 0 Settings Stereo Mono A B Dual Mono A B Link Parallel A Dual Parallel A Link fO 1 12 Octave at 20 20kHz Gain 12dB Q 0 5 5 0 Presets DJ Vocal Live Sound Install Rock Dance and Jazz Dimensions LxWxH 19 x 13 x 3 5 482mm x 330mm x 88mm Net Weight 26 4lbs 12kg 28 6lbs 13kg 331b 15kg SXD Series Power Amplifiers with DSP 15 Samson Technologies Corp 45 Gilpin Avenue Hauppauge New York 11788 8816 Ph
7. e mains switch with a contact separation of at least 3 mm in each pole shall be incorporated into the electrical installation of the rack or building 16 FOR UNITS EQUIPPED WITH EXTERNALLY ACCESSIBLE FUSE RECEPTACLE Replace fuse with same type and rating only 17 MULTIPLE INPUT VOLTAGE This equipment may require the use of a different line cord attachment plug or both depending on the available power source at installation Connect this equipment only to the power source indicated on the equipment rear panel To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock refer servicing to qualified service personnel or equivalent E If you want to dispose this product do not mix it with general household C waste There is a separate collection system for used electronic products EE in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment recovery and recycling S S3125A THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES Private household in the 28 member states of the EU in Switzerland and Norway CLASS B OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection CONDITIONS facilities or to a retailer if you purchase a similar new one 1 THIS DEVICE MUST NOT CAUSE HARMFUL For Countries not mentioned above please contact your local authorities for a INTERFERENCE AND correct method of disposal 2 THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING INT
8. es Power Amplifiers with DSP 5 Getting Started with the SXD Power Amplifier Setting up your SXD Series is a simple procedure which takes only a few minutes Remove all packing materials save them in case your units needs future service and decide where the amplifier is to be physically placed it can be used free standing or mounted in a standard 19 rack requiring two rack spaces When in stalled make sure that both the front and rear panels are unobstructed and that there is good ventilation around the entire unit loudspeakers 230V 50 60Hz Make the speaker connections using the binding posts or Speakon output connectors on the rear panel It is never a good idea to power up any amplifier that is not connected to LINK OUT Next make the signal input connections using the input connectors on the rear panel if 9 operating the SXD Series in Ch A Parallel mode use the Ch A input only If your mixer has balanced outputs we recommend the use of three conductor cabling and connectors On the front panel of the SXD Series turn both Channel level controls fully counterclockwise to their MIN setting Then connect the supplied heavy gauge 3 pin IEC cable to the rear panel IEC connector and to any grounded AC socket Turn the Power switch ON Apply an input signal to the SXD Series at or about 4dBu if sending signal from a mixer drive the output meters at approximately O vu While the input signal i
9. isters stoves or other apparatuses including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 10 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when not in use for long periods of time 11 Do not override the intended purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit your outlet consult an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet 12 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the prongs convenience receptacles the point where they exit from the apparatus 13 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacture or sold with the ap paratus When a cart is used utilize caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury e from tip over 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required if the apparatus has been dam aged in any way such as power supply cord or plug breakage damage due to liquid or objects falling onto the apparatus exposure to rain or moisture or if the apparatus does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 MAINS DISCONNECT The plug should remain readily operable For rack mount or installation where plug is not acces sible an all pol
10. ll range Mono 2 way Sub Sat or 2 subs 1 0 The 1 0 screen adjusts the settings for how the inputs will be routed through the DSP to the output connectors Stereo Ch A Input Ch A Output amp Ch B Input Ch B Output Mono A B dual Ch A and Ch B inputs are mixed together each level control adjusts the corresponding output level Mono A B link Ch A and Ch B inputs are mixed together Ch A level control adjusts both Ch A and Ch B output levels Parallel A dual Ch A input is sent to both Ch A and Ch B outputs each level control adjust the corresponding output level Parallel A link Ch A input is sent to both Ch A and Ch B outputs CH A level control adjusts the output level for both chan nels Filter Manual mode The filter section allows you to build you own crossover or add speaker protection by stetting the filters to remove the upper and lower limits of the audio bandwidth Filter Ch A Press the Edit button to enter the filter parameters for channel A Filter Ch B Press the Edit button to enter the filter parameters for channel B If the Ch A filter is On then the Ch B filter can be set to the same settings by choosing A B LPF Freq Rotate the EDIT knob to adjust the low pass filter frequency LPF Slope Rotate the EDIT knob to adjust the filter type and slope roll off in dB per octave HPF Freq Rotate the EDIT knob to adjust the high pass filter frequency HPF Slope Rotate the EDIT knob to adjust the filter type and s
11. lope roll off in dB per octave X Over speaker preset When using a speaker preset the filters are already configured for a crossover This allows you to easily set the crossover frequency for your speaker configuration Gain Offset Manual mode This adjustment allows you to set an overall balance between the outputs of the amplifier This allows you to match the difference of output level of the speakers in a system without needing to constantly adjust the front panel level controls SXD Series Power Amplifiers with DSP 9 Getting Started DSP EQ In Manual mode there are three EQ filters per channel The Low frequency adjustment can be set to a Low Frequency Shelf or to a parametric equalizer PEQ with Frequency Q and Gain adjustments The mid band is a parametric equal izer PEQ with Frequency Q and Gain adjustments The high frequency band can be set to a High Frequency shelf or to a parametric PEQ band Press the Edit button to enter the EQ parameters If Ch A EQ is set ON Ch B can be set to the same settings by choosing A B If using a speaker preset the SXD offers seven EQ preset frequency curves to match your performance setting DJ Vocal Live Sound Install Rock Dance Jazz Limiter The limiter provides additional protection to your speakers from overload Press the EDIT button to adjust The Limiter can be set to 1dB 3dB and 9dB Delay The delay time can be used to align speakers in a system This is usef
12. one 1 800 3 SAMSON 1 800 372 6766 Fax 631 784 2201 www samsontech com
13. s Use these buttons to navigate through the DSP functions EDIT Knob Button Use this knob button Rack Ears to adjust and save Mounts into a standard parameters in the DSP 19 inch rack SXD Series Power Amplifiers with DSP SAMSON Channel Level Controls Two detent controls to precisely adjust the output level of each channel Handles Two steel handles located conveniently on the left and right side of the front panel for easy transport or installation Rear Callouts Circuit Breaker This circuit breaker will trip if there is a fault with the mains voltage or if maximum output is overloaded for an period Push it in to restart the amplifier after a short rest period Exhaust Fan This variable speed fan provides cool ing to amplifier Make sure that both the front and rear panels are kept free of all obstructions and that cool fresh air is accessible at all times Speakon Output Connectors Use these to connect each channel of the amplifier to 4 or 8 ohm loudspeakers SAMSON SXD7000 STEREO POWER AMPLIFIER pi FOR CO TECTION eset AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE N ONLY WITH SAME TYPE FUSE CHB pi 3 AC Input Connect the supplied heavy gauge 3 pin IEC power cable here Input Connectors Connect incoming signals to these electronical ly balanced connectors using either XLR or 14 TRS Tip Ring Sleeve plugs The amplifier accepts input levels of any strength but needs at least 4
14. s present slowly raise the Channel level controls until the desired sound level is achieved The SIGNAL and Limiter LED indicators next to each Channel input control will show you the continuous power output of the SXD Series as signal is being passed For the best signal to noise ratio the SXD Series should normally be run with the Channel Input controls at or near maximum fully clockwise at the MAX position and the LIMITER segments should light occasionally but not frequently during peak levels If you are using a mixer that has a master output level control use it to attenuate the signal as necessary to achieve the desired speaker level mm 66606060 0830 cececce obs ooooooo ota 00600000 ose ceccoce oss ocooooo0 e m 00060000 oss m i 0000000 ms mm r SAMSON Front Panel Callouts LED Indicators The front panel LED indicators continuously monitor the LCD Display power output level for the corresponding channel Backlit display shows current setup information and navigation THERMAL Lights red whenever the thermal protection is activated through the DSP settings LIMITER Lights red whenever the output limiter is activated 20 10 Lights whenever the output level reaches 20dB or 10dB respectively below the distortion or clipping SIGNAL Lights whenever input signal is present Power Switch Use this to power the SXD Series on or off UP DOWN BACK Button
15. s s E gt 0 M samson IN E 58a os TTL e High power for performance and installation speaker configurations SXD3000 2 x 300 Watts at 80 and 2 x 450 Watts at 40 SXD5000 2 x 400 Watts at 80 and 2 x 750 Watts at 40 SXD7000 2 x 550 Watts at 80 and 2 x 1000 Watts at 40 e High performance DSP technology offers complete control over many performance features e Digital Security Lock prevents unwanted changes to the DSP settings e Front panel LCD for navigating DSP settings including Filters EQ Limiter Delay and more e Clean crisp sound 0 02 THD dynamic range of 100 dB and frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz guarantee ultra clean sound quality e Independent level controls for each channel allow precision adjustments e LED signal indicators for each channel continuously display input signals and output levels e Temperature sensitive variable speed fan provides reliable performance without thermal and overheating problems e Protection relay circuitry that guards against overheating or faulty wiring conditions and also prevents thumps when powering on or off e Input connectors for each channel accommodate both balanced XLR or balanced inch TRS plugs e Output connections are made via binding posts and Speakon connectors e The SXD Series can be mounted in any standard 19 rack making it easy to integrate the amp into any fixed or trav eling PA rig e Rugged construction makes the SXD Series completely roadworthy SXD Seri
16. ul when using a subwoofer and satellite speaker for front of house to ensure the speakers are in phase for optimal performance Click the Edit button to adjust The Delay settings are displayed in milliseconds inches feet and centimeters meters Setup In the Setup mode the amplifier can be locked and the user can create a four digit code so settings are not acci dentally changed Click to set Lock Code Rotate the EDIT knob to adjust the code number and press the DOWN and UP buttons to move through each digit Click the EDIT button to set the lock code If you have forgotten your Lock Code you can reset it by turning off the amplifier then while holding the UP and DOWN buttons turn the power back on Factory Reset This sets all parameters and presets back to the original factory default settings 10 SAMSON Presets The SXD DSP features four speaker presets that will allow you to quickly have your amplifier up and running with your speaker configuration The presets only display the parameters that are essential to the speaker arrangement If you require additional adjustments all parameter adjustments are available in Manual mode Below are typical wiring configurations for the four presets 2 full range SAMSON KE SXD Series Power Amplifiers with DSP 11 System Setup Examples Typical SXD amplifier and speaker configurations for each Input and Output 1 0 setting in the DSP Stereo Input Stereo Full Range Speakers
17. x 750 Watts at 40 for the SXD5000 and 2 x 1000 Watts at 40 for the SXD7000 over the full frequency spectrum from 20 Hz to 20 kHz The SXD has a full featured DSP and front panel LCD display with settings for high and low pass filters three band equal izer output limiter delay time for speaker alignment and digital pass code security lock to ensure settings are not changed accidentally There are also four presets designed for typical speaker configurations These presets will allow you to quickly get up and running with your system by displaying the parameters that are essential to the speaker arrangement Input connections are made via both balanced XLR and balanced 4 TRS connections For the outputs the SXD Series provides standard binding posts as well as a Speakon connectors To help you set the correct operating levels the SXD amplifiers include front panel Signal Output Level Limiter and Protection LED indicators Like all Samson power amplifiers the SXD Series internal electronics are based around a serious power core with over sized toroidal transformers and large heat sinks To keep the SXD amplifiers running cool the design employs forced air cooling via a temperature sensitive variable speed fan which greatly reduces the chance of thermal and overheating prob lems Multi stage protection for power up over heating over current short circuit low output impedance and DC voltage assures high reliability under the most dem
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search