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Bridged Mono Operation 

Both amplifier channels can be bridged together to make a very powerful single channel amplifier. When 
the Mode switch is set to the “Bridge” position, 1 channel “pushes”, while the other “pulls” equally. Thus 
effectively doubling the power. Use extreme caution when operating the amplifier in the bridged mode. 
To bridge the amplifier, set the mode switch to the “Bridge” position. Apply the signal to Channel A’s 
input and connect the speakers across the “hot” outputs – the red binding posts – of Channel A and B. 
Channel B’s “hot” output is in phase with the input. For operation adjust only the Channel A’s input 
attenuator, while Channel B’s input will not function (Channel B’s input signal has been disconnected).  

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
                        Bridging Precautions  

                        

Never ground either side of the speaker cable when the amplifier is in bridged  

                        mode; Both sides are „hot“. If an output patch panel is used, all terminals must  
                        be isolated from each other and from the ground.  

 

 
Switches and controls  

 

Input Attenuators  

Whenever possible, set attenuators fully clockwise to maintain optimum system headroom. The input 
attenuator controls (one for channel A, one for channel B) located at the front panel adjust gain for their, 
respective amplifier channels in all modes. See the specifications at the end of this manual for standard 
voltage gain and input sensitivity information. When operating the amplifier in bridged mode, both 
attenuates must be in the same position, so the speaker load will be equally shared between the 
channels.  

 

Mode-Select-Switch  

The rear panel mode select switch determines whether the amplifier is in the stereo or bridged mono 
mode. Do not operate the mode select switch with the amplifier on.  

 

Ground Lift Switch  

In a properly designed system (for safety and to minimize noise), the amplifier should receive its ground 
from the line cord. Whenever possible, the signal source equipment should share the same AC ground as 
the amplifier(s). In some cases, this may result in a ground loop. If this happens, remove the use the 
ground lift switch to lift the signal ground and isolate it completely from the chassis / AC ground.   

 

Indicators  

The Palladium features 4 front LED indicators per channel: Clip, Signal, Protect und Power. These LED 
indicators inform the user of each channel’s operating status and warn of possible abnormal conditions.  

 

Clip LED  

A channel’s red clip LED will light dimly at the onset of clipping and increase in brilliance, as clipping 
becomes more severe, staying on until the clipping ceases. If the LED’s are flashing quickly and 
intermittently, the channel is just at the clip threshold, while a steady, bright glow means the amp is clip 
limiting, or reducing gain to prevent severely clipped waveforms reaching the speakers.  

 

Summary of Contents for Palladium P-400

Page 1: ...00 ORDERCODE D4132 B P 700 ORDERCODE D4133 B P 900 ORDERCODE D4134 B P 1200 ORDERCODE D4135 B P 1600 ORDERCODE D4136 B P 2000 ORDERCODE D4137 B Highlite International B V Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrad...

Page 2: ...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...

Page 3: ...allel Operation 9 Bridged Mono Operation 10 Switches and controls 10 Input Attenuators 10 Mode Select Switch 10 Ground Lift Switch 10 Indicators 10 Clip LED 10 Signal LED 11 Protect LED 11 Power LED 1...

Page 4: ...difications to the device are not subject to warranty This device contains no user serviceable parts Refer servicing to qualified technicians only IMPORTANT The manufacturer will not accept liability...

Page 5: ...mixer can act as a central point To prevent humming please try different combinations of ground lift or connect all chassis to the system ground either by a power cable or frontcover rack screws Befor...

Page 6: ...method to use Note If you are given an RMA number please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box 1 Your name 2 Your address 3 Your phone number 4 A brief description of t...

Page 7: ...00 Stereo mode Stereo mode 2x 180 Watt RMS 8 2x 600 Watt RMS 8 2x 270 Watt RMS 4 2x 900 Watt RMS 4 Bridged mode 540 Watt RMS 8 Bridged mode 1800 Watt RMS 8 P700 P2000 Stereo mode Stereo mode 2x 240 Wa...

Page 8: ...7 Backside Fig 2 5 IEC Power connector 6 Fuse 7 5 way Binding post output Connectors 8 Signal Ground Lift Switch 9 Bridged Parallel Stereo 10 Balanced Phone Jack Inputs...

Page 9: ...ept the line level output of most devices The correct input depends on 2 factors 1 whether the input signals are balanced or unbalanced and 2 whether the signal source floats or has ground reference F...

Page 10: ...m the AC mains depends on many factors its load output level or the crest factor of its program material The power requirement is rated under typical music conditions with both channels driven so thos...

Page 11: ...the end of this manual for standard voltage gain and input sensitivity information When operating the amplifier in bridged mode both attenuates must be in the same position so the speaker load will be...

Page 12: ...at sink temperature reaches 90 C which may indicate an obstructed air supply clogged air filter etc the channel will disconnect its load Normal operation will resume automatically once it cools to 80...

Page 13: ...em This gives the advantage of increasing their life and reliability Periodically check your cables A great number of problems faulty contacts ground hum discharges etc are caused entirely by using un...

Page 14: ...screwdriver to the left at the same time gently push a bit Turn and Push The fuse will come out 3 Remove the used fuse If brown or unclear it is burned out 4 Insert the replacement fuse into the holde...

Page 15: ...0K balanced 10K unbalanced 20K balanced 10K unbalanced 20K balanced 10K unbalanced 20K balanced 10K unbalanced 20K balanced 10K unbalanced SNR 105dB 105dB 105dB 105dB 105dB 105dB 105dB Crosstalk 60dB...

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