Peavey DPC 1000 User's Manual
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1. jou 8 ndu jauueyD epow ORRO Alddns 2 NOILIAS TOULNOD 1 011235 1 1 0 Idd SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Response 0 1 5 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz 1 W RMS into 4 ohms Rated Power 600 W RMS 1 channel driven into 4 ohms 500 W RMS per channel both channels driven into 4 ohms 1000 W RMS Bridge mode mono into 8 ohms Total Harmonic Distortion Less than 2 450 watts RMS per channel into 4 ohms Transient Intermodulation Distortion None present 0 TIM Output Slew Rate The amplifier output slew rate is internally controlled to optimize phase linearity and improve transient response Due to the nature of the amplifier design and the internal signal conditioning circuitry it cannot slew rate limit Hum and Noise Greater than 90 dB below full power 20 Hz to 20 kHz Input Sensitivity 1 0 V RMS for 500 watts into 4 ohms Load Protection Short circuit current limit Thermal overload Turn on and tum off transient muting Load Impedance 4 ohms or greater stereo 8 ohms or greater Bridged mode Unconditionally stable into any load conf2. SIGNAL DPC 1000 DIGITAL POWER CONVERTER CAUTION reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover No user serviceable parts inside Refer Servicing to qualified service personnel A CAUTION Risks of electrical shock DO NOT OPEN Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the DPC 1000 You have just bought an amplifier which is the continuation of an innovative new breed of amplifiers that represents a significant departure from conventional amplifiers The DPC 1000 is a highly efficient switching amplifier using a phase modulated concept The advantages of this concept are higher efficiencies lighter weight and a more reliable unit than has previously been possible Internally the circuit partitioning becomes much less complex since the power amplifier and power supply sections now become fully integrated with each other which leads to greater reliability and improved serviceability The DPC 1000 is a highly efficient greater than 90 at all output levels power converter capable of delivering up to 500 watts RMS continuous and up to 750 watts RMS program into a 4 ohm load with both channels driven The DPC 1000 can be run a bridged mono mode which is capable of delivering up to 1000 watts RMS continuous and up to 1500 watts RMS program into an 8 ohm load Features In the event of abnormal conditions the DPC 1000 is equipped with thermal short cir
3. Power supply cords should always be handled carefully Never walk or place equipment on power supply cords Periodically check cords for cuts or signs of stress especially at the plug and the point where the cord exits the unit The power supply cord should be unplugged when the unit is to be unused for long periods of time If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack rear support should be provided Metal parts can be cleaned with a damp rag The vinyl covering used on some units can be cleaned with a damp rag or an ammonia based household cleaner if necessary Disconnect unit from power supply before cleaning should be taken so that objects do not fall and liguids are not spilled into the unit through the ventilation holes or any other openings This unit should be checked by qualified service technician if The power supply cord or plug has been damaged b Anything has fallen or been spilled into the unit The unit does not operate correctly 4 The unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged The user should not attempt to service this equipment All service work should be done by a qualified service techni This product should be used only with a cart stand that is recommended by Peavey Electronics Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise induced hearing loss but nearly everyone will lose some hearin
4. be A setting of zero will 2 Input Sensitivity Channel B not produce any output while a setting This controls the level at which the input signal will enter the amplifier and how sensitive to distortion the signal will be A setting of zero will not produce any output while a setting of 10 will produce the maximum output of 10 will produce the maximum output 5 Balanced Input Channel A A 1 4 stereo RTS jack is provided for input connection 120 VAC 60 Hz 1200 WATTS Air Intake Vents 6 Fuse 8 Speaker Outputs channel B WARNING THE FUSE SHOULD ONLY There are two 1 4 jack and one binding REPLACED WHEN THE POWER post outputs provided for the CORD HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM ITS POWER SOURCE The fuse is located within the cap of the fuse holder must be replaced with the same type and value inorder io avoid damage to the equipment io prevent voiding the warranty If the amplifier repeatedly blows fuses it should be taken toa qualified service 10 Red Colored Binding Posts wer center for repair Use the banana plug in the red binding 7 Line Cord 120 V Products only posts when in the bridged mode of For your safety we have incorporated operation lt a 3 wire lines mains cable with proper When in bridge mode the positive grounding facilities It is not advisable terminal is Channel binding post to remove the ground pin under any see bridge mode figu
5. NY PERSON SHALL BE VALID BINDING UPON PEAVEY In the event of modification or disclaimer of expressed or implied warranties any limitation of remedies contained herein conflicts with applicable law then such modification disclaimer or limitation as the case may be shall be deemed to be modified to the extent necessary to comply with such law Your remedies for breach of these warranties are limited to those remedies provided herein and Peavey Electronics Corporation gives this limited warranty only with respect to equipment purchased in the United States of America INSTRUCTIONS WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD 1 Mail the completed WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD to PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION POST OFFICE BOX 2898 MERIDIAN MISSISSIPPI 39302 2898 Keep the PROOF OF PURCHASE In the event warranty service is required during the warranty period you will need this document There will be no identification card issued by Peavey Electronics Corporation 2 IMPORTANCE OF WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARDS AND NOTIFICATION OF CHANGES OF ADDRESSES Campletion and mailing WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARDS Should notification become necessary for any condition that may require correction the REGISTRATION CARO will help ensure that you are contacted and properly notified Notice of address changes you move the address shown on the WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD you should notify Peavey of the change of address so as to facilitat
6. OR 2 The Input Sensitivity is set on 0 zero If the LED is green steady OR flickering this indicates that a signal is present If the LED is red this indicates that the DDT circuit is active 5 Power Switch DDT Compression Each of the two internal power amplifiers is equipped with Peavey DDT circuits which will automatically engage to prevent clipping distortion within the power amplifier Cooling Fan To protect against possible overheating the amplifier is supplied with an internal fan The fan will operate at all times when the amplifier is turned on To ensure efficient operation the fan exhaust port and intake ports should be unobstructed at all times dazisayjuAs eu u GND apis 840N dezijenby gt 1 oL aye IU Ue U Bnd yndjno 9000 BI AMPING There are many good reasons for using a bi amplified professional system as opposed to a system with traditional high level crossovers One reason is that a bi amplified system can actually provide more headroom with the same power amplifier complement than a system using high level passive crossovers This term headroom deser
7. The first purchase of tho product is for the purpose of resale or b The original retail purchase is not made from an AUTHORIZED PEAVEY DEALER or The product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use neglect improper service or maintenance or other causes arising out of defects in material or workmanship 2 The serial number affixed to the product altered defaced or removed In the event of a defect in material and or workmanship covered by this limited warranty Peavey wil In the case of tubes or meters replace the defective component without charge b other covered cases cases involving anything other than covers footsnitches patchcords tubes or meters repair the defect in material or workmanship replace the product at Peavey s option and provided however that in any case all costs of shipping it necessary ate paid by you the purchaser THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD SHOULD BE ACCURATELY COMPLETED AND MAILED TO AND RECEIVED BY PEAVEY WITHIN FOURTEEN 14 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF YOUR PURCHASE order to obtain service under these warranties you must Bring the detective item to any PEAVEY AUTHORIZED DEALER or AUTHORIZED PEAVEY SERVICE CENTER and present therewith the ORIGINAL PROOF PURCHASE supplied to you by the AUTHORIZED PEAVEY DEALER in connection with your purchase from him of this product If the DEALER or SERVICE CENTER unable to provide the necessary warranty serv
8. cuit and overload protection against amplifier system failure The DPC 1000 features a modified version of Peavey s patented DDT Compression circuitry to minimize distortion due to clipping at the maximum energy transfer levels Signal and DDT indicators have been combined into a single bi colored LED for each channel An input signal is indicated by the signal LED turning green Whenever the DDT circuit is activated the signal LED will turn red When the signal returns to a level below the danger of clipping the signal LED will return to green Status LEDs have been included to indicate normal green and fault red conditions In Bridge mode the Channel B status LED will turn off however the signal LED will still be active Common Terms These are brief descriptions of some commonly used terms for your familiarity Balanced Input Bridge Mode Clipping Distortion Continuous Headroom Input Sensitivity Line Level Program Poor improper or inadequate grounding practices in a sound system often result in objectionable levels of hum and noise A balanced input will minimize this by attempting to cancel out common mode signals When the bridge mode is engaged the output of the amplifier is mono and the full output power of the amplifier is available to one speaker see wiring diagrams The failure of the amplifier to faithfully reproduce the input signal This type of distortion can cause damage to speakers This
9. e your receipt of ary bulletins other forms of notification which may become necessary in connection with any condition that may require dissemination of information conection You may contact Peavey directly by telephoning 601 483 5265 AFEMEY Features and specifications subject to change without notice Peavey Electronics Corporation 711 A Street Meridian MS 39302 2898 U S A 601 483 5365 Telex 504115 FAX 484 4278 1993 Printed in the U S A 80301925 2 93
10. g if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient me The U S Government s Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA has specified the following permissible noise level exposures Duration Per Day In Hours Sound Level dBA Slow Response 92 95 97 100 102 105 less 15 According to OSHA any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss Ear plugs protectors in the ear canals over the ears must be worn when operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss if exposure is in excess of the limits as set forth above To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure high sound pressure levels it is recommended that al persons exposed to equipment capable of produc ing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification system be protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS LIMITED WARRANTY VALID ONLY WHEN PURCHASED AND REGISTERED IN THE UNITED STATES ALL EXPORTED PRODUCTS ARE SUBJECT WARRANTY AND SERVICES TO BE SPECIFIED AND PROVIDED BY THE AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR FOR EACH COUNTRY clauses de garantie ne sont vaiables qu aux Etats Unis et au Canada Dans tour les autres pays les clauses de garantie et de maintenance sont fixees par le distributeur national et assure seion legislation envigueur Die
11. gnal status of channel If the LED is not lit this indicates that there is not an input signal This could happen two ways 1 Nothing is plugged into the channel A jack OR 2 The Input Sensitivity is set on 0 zero If the LED is green steady OR flickering this indicates that a signal is present If the LED is red this indicates that the DDT circuit is active e ONVERTOR MADE IN U S A Exhaust Vents 3 Status Channel B This is a bi colored LED used to indicate the status of channel B If you turn on the amplifier and BOTH status LEDs are not lit follow the procedure to check if the fuse needs replacing If you turn on the amplifier and only the channel B status LED is on check to see if you are in the bridge mode If the LED is green this indicates that the amplifier is operating properly If the LED glows a steady red the amplifier has overheated and will shut down If this happens you can expect the amplifier to start operating in approximately 5 minutes or less If the LED pulsates red this indicates that there is an internal problem with the amplifier and should be serviced by a qualified service technician 4 Signal Channel This is a bi colored LED to indicate the signal status of channel B If the LED is not lit this indicates that there is not an input signal This could happen two ways 1 Nothing is plugged into the channel B jack
12. ice you will be directed to the nearest other PEAVEY AUTHORIZED DEALER or AUTHORIZED PEAVEY SERVICE CENTER which can provide such service b Ship the defective item prepaid to PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION International Service Center Highway 80 East MERIDIAN MS 39301 including therewith complete detailed description of the problem together with a legible copy of the original PROOF OF PURCHASE and a complete return address Upon raceipt of these items IW the defect is remedial under these limited warranties and the other terms and conditions expressed herein have been complied with Peavey will provide the necessary warranty service to repair or replace the product and wil return it FREIGHT COLLECT to you the purchaser Peavey s liability to the purchaser for damages from any cause whatsoever and regardless of the form of action including nealigence is limited to the actual damages up to the greater of 500 00 or an amount equal to the purchase price of the product that caused damage or that is the subject of or is directly related 10 the cause of action Such purchase price will be that in effect for the specific product when the cause of action arose This limitation of liability will apply to claims for personal injury or damage to real property or tangible personal property allegedly caused by negligence Peavey does not assume liability for personal injury or property damage arising out of o
13. iguration or any signal condition and level at the input Front Panel Indicators Signal LED dual function indicators Status LED dual function indicators Power Consumption 1200 watts 120 V AC 50 60 Hz domestic 1200 watts 240 V AC 50 60 Hz export Dimensions 19 Wx 1 75 Hx 14 D Weight 12 Ibs IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using electric products basic cautions should always be followed including the following 16 17 18 Read all safety and operating instructions before using this product All safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference Obey all cautions in the operating instructions and on the back of the unit All operating instructions should be followed This product should not be used near water i e bathtub sink swimming pool wet basement ete This product should be located so that its position does not interfere with its proper ventilation It should not be placed flat against wall or placed in built in enclosure that will impede the flow of cooling air This product should not be placed near a source of heat such as a stove radiator or another heat producing amplifier Connect only to a power supply of the type marked on the unit adjacent to the power supply cord Never break off the ground pin Shock Hazard and Grounding n power supply cord For nore information on grounding write for our free booklet
14. is anon changing uninterrupted duty cycle signal e g a sine wave which is typically used for reference This is the reserve power above the rated power of the amplifier This is the RMS voltage level required at the input to produce full power into the rated load at the output On the DPC 1000 the Input Sensitivity control is calibrated as a volume control For reference an input sensitivity of 10 onthe DPC 1000 corresponds to an input sensitivity of 3 dBv Approximately 1 volt RMS This means that an amplifier with an input sensitivity of 3 dBv will need 1 4 volts at the input to produce the rated output 500 watts RMS stereo with the DPC 1000 This is a changing or variable signal e g music FUSE a6 INPUTS a Back Panel Layout Devices that produce suitable line leveloutput 3 Bridge Mode Selector used for the amplifier input are This button is provided to choose 1 All types of Pre Amps between stereo operation and bridged 2 Mixers mode mono operation To select the 3 Crossovers bridge mode the button should be in 4 Equalizers the in position 5 Keyboards Synthesizers 4 Input Sensitivity Channel A See figures for wiring options This controls the level at which the 1 Balanced Input Channel B input signal will enter the amplifier A 1 4 stereo RTS jack is provided and how sensitive to distortion the for input connection signal will
15. r caused by non Peavey alteration attachment does Peavey assume any resgonsbility for damage to interconnected non Peavey equipment that result from the normal functioning and maintenance of the Peavey equipment UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL PEAVEY LIABLE FOR ANY LOST PROFITS LOST SAVINGS ANY INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR ANY CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT EVEN IF PEAVEY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED THE IM PLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE PROVIDED HOWEVER THAT IF THE OTHER TERMS AND CONDI TIONS NECESSARY TO THE EXISTENCE OF THE EXPRESSED LIMITED WARRANTIES AS HEREINABOVE STATED HAVE BEEN COMPLIED WITH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE NOT DISCLAIMED DURING THE APPLICABLE ONE YEAR OR NINETY DAY PERIOD FROM DATE OF PURCHASE OF THIS PRODUCT SOME STATES 00 NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES ARE THE ONLY EXPRESSED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT AND NO OTHER STATEMENT REPRESENTATION WAR RANTY AGREEMENT BY A
16. re circumstances If it is necessary to use the equipment without proper grounding facilities suitable grounding adaptors should be used Greatly reduced shock hazard exists when the unit is operated with the proper grounded receptacles connection of external speaker s Minimum total impedance is 4 ohms 9 Speaker Outputs channel A There are two 1 4 jack and one binding post outputs provided for the connection of external speaker s Minimum total impedance is 4 ohms ms 10 smus_ DIGITAL POWER T Cooling Fan Front Panel Layout 1 Status Channel A 2 Signal Channel A This is a bi colored LED used to indicate the status of channel A If you turn on the amplifier and BOTH status LEDs are not lit follow the procedure to check if the fuse needs replacing Ifyou turn on the amplifier and only the channel A status LED is on check to see if you are in the bridge mode If the LED is green this indicates that the amplifier is operating properly If the LED glows a steady red the amplifier has overheated and will shut down If this happens you can expect the amplifier to start operating in approximately 5 minutes or less If the LED pulsates red this indicates that there is an internal problem with the amplifier and it should be serviced by a qualified service technician This is a bi colored LED to indicate the si
17. se Garantie ist nur in den USA and Kanada qultig Alle Export Produkte sind der Garantie und dem Service des Importeurs des jewelligen Landes unterworfen Esta garantia es valida solamente cuando el producto es comprado en E U continentales en Canada Todos los productos que sean comprados ol extranjero estan sujetos las garantias servicio que cada distribuidor autorizado determine y ofrezca en los diferentes paises PEAVEY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY REMEDY PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION PEAVEY warrants this product EXCEPT for covers footswitches paichcords tubes and meters to be free from defects material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from date of purchase PROVIDED however that this limited warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser and is subject to the conditions exclusions and limitations hereinafter set forth PEAVEY 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY ON TUBES AND METERS If this product contains tubes or meters Peavey warrants the tubes or meters contained in the product be free from defects in material and workmanship for period of ninety 90 days from dete of purchase PROVIDED however that this limited warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser and is also subject to the conditions exclusions and limitations hereinafter set forth CONDITIONS EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIMITED WARRANTIES These limited warranties shall be void and of no effect it
18. ves some consideration Program material music or speech is made up of many different frequencies and harmonics Most music especially popular music is bass heavy that is the low frequency material contains much more energy than the high frequency material When both high and low frequency material such as voice and bass guitar are present in a program the high energy bass frequencies can use up most of the power available from the power amplifier leaving little power for the high frequencies The result can be severe clipping distortion of the high frequency material In the bi amplified system the high frequency material can be routed to its own power amplifier which minimizes the clipping problem This results in an effective increase in headroom that is greater than would be obtained by simply using a single larger power amplifier see Bi Amping Diagram 1 yeads g oL 5 nding wo Bnid u GND pBueueg 0000 883 Sa ewww ae H e dwy ig dayeads OL uey 2 1 215 JONOSSOID dwy id
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