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Figure 4. XLR input connector  

 

 

Figure 5. XLR balanced 

ojack there is a ¼”(6.3mm) phone jack, which is wired in parallel with the 

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To connect an unbalanced input source, connect pins 1 and 3 in the cable’s XLR plug (ring and sleeve in a 

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sconnected, you will lose 6dB.  

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input impedance is h

parallel input connections. The headroom of the i
circuits is also high enough to accept the maximum
output level from virtually any low-level signal source.
Balanced signals are less sensitive to AC hum and 
radio interference. The source impedance should be 
less than 1 kohms to avoid high frequency loss in lo
cables. 
 

 

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A better method for using unbalanced sources is shown in Figure 8. This is similar to the connection for 
balanced lines, but pin 3 is connected to the shield at the source.
is equivalent to that for a balanced line. To minimize hum in the audio, use balanced inputs whenever 
possible. 

Figure 7. Unbalanced line connection 
 

Figure 8. Balanced line with unbalanced equipment 

 
 
 

 

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Speaker connections are made via the tw
connector is designed for high power sp

Neutrik® NL4FC Speakon 

connectors. The Speakon 

eaker connections. It assures the correct polarity, it locks in place 

 has both channel A and B outputs, so it’s useful for bridging and bi-

on page 

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and prevents from shock hazard. 

They are wired in the following manner: 

The right jack, Channel A and B,
amp operation (see bridged mono operation 

). The left Speakon, Channel C and D, carries 

both channel C and D outputs. 
 

 

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Summary of Contents for fP Series FP 2400Q

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Page 2: ...ing MLS switch 9 5 4 1 A practical way to find your MLSTM settings 9 5 4 2 MLS technology the background 10 5 4 3 The problem 10 5 4 4 The solution 10 6 INSTALLATION 10 6 1 Mounting 10 6 2 Cooling 10...

Page 3: ...isk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture PKP rqflk To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not remove screws No user serviceable parts inside Refer servic...

Page 4: ...ery powerful and can be potentially dangerous to both loudspeakers and humans alike Many loudspeakers can be easily damaged or destroyed by overpowering especially with the high power available from a...

Page 5: ...ys use the original packing QKO c m Figure 1 front panel 1 Carry protection handle Both handles can be used to carry the amplifier they also act as protection for the front panel In permanent installa...

Page 6: ...ns mains power on or off See page 11 and 14 QKP o m Figure 2 Rear Panel 1 Output Speaker connector The Speakon connector from Neutrik may be unfamiliar to some users A full description can be found in...

Page 7: ...level in different load impedances Sensitivity in Vrms fP 2400Q MLS SWITCH SETTING LOAD CONFIGURATION 3 dB 0 dB 16 ohms Quad 4 channel 0 98 1 42 8 ohms Quad 4 channel 1 00 1 37 4 ohms Quad 4 channel 0...

Page 8: ...are connected in normal polarity mode By having channel A and B and C and D operating in opposite polarity the energy storage in the power supply is more efficient This is significant for signals bel...

Page 9: ...results in twice the voltage swing four times the peak power and just less than three times the full power of a single channel One way to understand the load and power from the amplifier s perspective...

Page 10: ...ion for your application There is no risk to damage the amplifier since it is very well protected even down to 0 3 ohms If uncertain or where time does not allow just stick to the default positions Th...

Page 11: ...adjusted for a much higher current so it cannot interfere with the requirements by the loudspeaker impedance curve S fkpq ii qflk SKN j The amplifier is two rack units high 2U and will fit into a sta...

Page 12: ...a short circuit is introduced between the two thereby enabling electrical protection If a unit in the system is faulty its mains fuse will blow due to this automatic ground system If however you wish...

Page 13: ...175 MLS at 3dB note 1 Average power with music as program source The amplifier driven to clip level note 2 Normal music power with 9dB headroom IEC standard power rating MAINS INPUT POWER MAX OUTPUT...

Page 14: ...ms to avoid high frequency loss in lo cables TRS p g If you leave a pin di A better method for using unbalanced sources is shown in Figure 8 This is similar to the connection for balanced lines but pi...

Page 15: ...that the AC mains voltage is correct and the same as the one printed on the rear panel of the amplifier See pages 10 about operating voltage and power consumption Make sure that the switches on the r...

Page 16: ...utput and comparing the distortion produced between the input and output of the amplifier If the distortion exceeds 1 THD for any reason voltage or current clipping the limiter reduces the input signa...

Page 17: ...VKNKR If the AC mains voltage is lower or higher than the allowed operational voltage over or under voltage the power supply will automatically shut down Once the mains voltage is above the minimum s...

Page 18: ...ion is not activated If it is remove possible high frequency oscillations from the relevant input Fault The amplifier goes into thermal protection when driven at low level Check that nothing causes a...

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Page 20: ...bility for any loss due to cancellation of any events or rent of replacement equipment or costs due to third party s or customer s loss of profit or any other indirect cost or losses however incurred...

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