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- Page 1 SZ1120 SZ1240 SZ1360 POWER POWER POWER...
- Page 3 Safety Instructions/Consignes de sécurité/Sicherheitsvorkehrungen/Instrucciones de seguridad WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. To reduce the hazard of electrical shock, do not remove cover or back. No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to qualified personnel.The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Block Diagram ............... . 15 Copyright 2007 Printed December, 2007 v1.0 Samson Technologies Corp. 45 Gilpin Avenue Hauppauge, New York 11788-8816... -
Page 5: Introduction
Should your unit ever require servicing, a Return Authorization number (RA) must be obtained before ship- ping 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 a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing materials and if possible, return the unit in the original carton and packing materials. -
Page 6: Sz Series Features
SZ Series Features The Samson SZ Series power amplifiers have been developed using the latest technology in amplifier design. Here are some of their main features: • Each SZ Series amplifier delivers reliable, clean power operation at 70/100 volts and 4 Ohms, with their rated power output of 120 watts for the SZ1120, 240 watts for the SZ1240 and 360 watts for the SZ1360. -
Page 7: Sz Series Layout - Front Panel
SZ Series Layout - Front Panel POWER 1: Handle - For easy transport while carrying, or while rack mounting, the SZ amplifier features two heavy duty, die cast handles located conveniently on the left and right side of the front panel. 2: Fan Vent - The SZ series amplifers stay cool thanks to the forced-air cooling vents. -
Page 8: Sz Series Layout - Rear Panel
SZ Series Layout - Rear Panel 1: AC INPUT - Connect the supplied heavy-gauge 3-pin “IEC” power cable here. 2: DC 24V INPUT – A two circuit Euroblock socket is provided for connecting 24 volt emergency back-up power. 3: CONSTANT VOLTAGE (output connector) - Use this Euroblock to connect the amplifier to one of the 25, 70 and 100 volt outputs if you are using a constant voltage system. -
Page 9: Designing An Installation Plan
If you are using multiple sound sources, you'll need some type of mixer and for fixed installations, a zone mixer like the Samson S zone is ideal. The S zone provides four input channels with the ability to con- nect up to six input sources. On input Channel’s 1 and 2 there is an input for connecting microphones with phantom power to operate condenser type mics. - Page 10 Since the SZ series amplifers and S zone are standard 19-inch rack mount devices, you should consider using an equipment rack, such as one of the Samson SRK series. To select a good location for your equipment rack, you should consider several points including the proximity to each of the sound zones, if the users need to access the gear to change CD’s or to adjust a...
- Page 11 Today, there are a large number of installation speakers available from various manufacturers that include onboard transformers for constant voltage systems. Many of these models, like the Samson dB300i, include selectable power taps on the transformer allowing you to distribute the power efficiently through the number of installed speakers and also adjust some speakers to different output levels(see diagram below).
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Page 12: Setting Up And Using Your Sz Series
SIGNAL If you encounter difficulty with any aspect of setting up or using your SZ Series, contact your local Samson dealer. If purchased in the United States, you can call Samson Technical Support (1-800- 372-6766) between 9 AM and 5 PM EST. -
Page 13: The Sz Series Protection Circuitry
LED to light up in the first place. For further assistance, contact your local Samson dealer. If purchased in the United States, you can call Samson Technical Support (1-800-372-6766) between 9 AM and 5... -
Page 14: Sz Series Connections
SZ Series Connections The following diagrams illustrate various wiring set ups for 4 ohm, 8 ohm and 70 Volt operation. 4 Ohm 4 Ohm 8 Ohm 8 Ohm 8 Ohm Operation (One 8 Ohm speaker per amplifer) 4 Ohm Operation (Two 8 Ohm speakers per amplifer) 70 Volt Operation (Four speakers per amplifer with their line transformers set to 25 watt) -
Page 15: Sz Series System Set Up
SZ Series System Set Up The following is a typical constant voltage system setup for a small restaurant using four SZ1120 power amplifiers along with an S zone feeding several audio zones with paging and music. The first two SZ amps are connected to four wall-mounted speakers in each of the Dining Rooms with their transformers set to a 25 watt tap. -
Page 16: Sz Series Input Wiring Guide
SZ Series Input Wiring Guide SZ Series Input Wiring Guide There are several ways to interface the SZ Series amplifers, depending on your exact system set-up. Follow the cable diagrams below for connecting to the input of your amplifier. Male XLR to Female XLR (balanced) Hot (2) Common (1) End View... -
Page 17: Sz Series Output Wiring Guide
SZ Series Output Wiring Guide There are several ways to interface the SZ Series amplifers, depending on your exact system set-up. Follow the cable diagrams below for connecting to the output of your amplifier. 4 and 8 Ohm Wiring Guide 25 Volt Wiring Guide 70 Volt Wiring Guide 100 Volt Wiring Guide... -
Page 18: Specifications
Specifications Specifications Rated Output (at T.H.D 1.0%, 1kHz) SZ1120 SZ1240 SZ1360 Gain Control Input Sensitivity (at Balanced line) High-pass Filter(at 400Hz) Frequency Response S/N Ratio T.H.D at 1/2 rated output, 1kHz Cooling Operating Temperature/Humidity Power Consumptions at full power SZ1120 SZ1240 SZ1360 Power Requirement... -
Page 19: Block Diagram
Block Diagram... - Page 20 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...
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