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  • Page 1 TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X power amplifier user manual...
  • Page 2 Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 14.03.2019, ID: 156554, 156555, 156556, 156557, 163846 (V3)

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Features............................... 14 Installation and starting up........................ 15 Connections and controls........................16 Technical specifications........................21 Plug and connection assignment....................37 Cleaning............................... 41 Protecting the environment......................42 TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...

  • Page 4: General Information

    Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐ fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de. power amplifier...

  • Page 5: Further Information

    Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline. If you have any problems with the device the customer service will Service gladly assist you. TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...

  • Page 6: Notational Conventions

    General information 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Cross-references References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the specified page number.
  • Page 7 Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – danger zone. TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device amplifies electric audio frequency signals to operate passive speakers. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating con‐ ditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
  • Page 9 Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐ tered electrician. TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 10 Safety instructions CAUTION! Possible hearing damage The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to be uncritical can cause hearing damage. Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing impairment.
  • Page 11 This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 12 Safety instructions NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user.
  • Page 13 The use of different types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit. Fire hazard! Only fuses of the same type may be used. TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...

  • Page 14: Features

    Features Features Inputs – 2 × XLR – 2 × 1/4" phone socket Outputs – 2 × NL4 connectors (lockable) – 2 × screw terminal Protective circuits – Audio limiter – Thermal protection – Short circuit protection – DC voltage protection –...

  • Page 15: Installation And Starting Up

    Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards. TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...

  • Page 16: Connections And Controls

    Connections and controls Connections and controls Front panel power amplifier...
  • Page 17 CH-A and CH-B to their minimum levels. If the LEDs are still permanently lit, the device must be checked by an authorized technical service centre. TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 18 Connections and controls Rear panel power amplifier...
  • Page 19 Switch for operating modes ‘STEREO’ (channels operate independently of each other), ‘PARALLEL’ (two channels are interconnected) and ‘BRIDGED’ (two channels are interconnected to form one channel with double output). TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 20 Connections and controls 10 [Lift | Ground] selector switch The Ground/Lift switch allows you to interrupt the connection between the device’s protective earth terminal and signal ground in order to prevent hum loops (Lift/unpressed state: disconnected. ‘Ground’ position / switch pressed: Earth pin and signal ground are electrically connected).

  • Page 21: Technical Specifications

    < 0.01 % / 160 W Crosstalk < 60 dB Frequency response 20 Hz … 20 kHz (+ 0.1 …– 3 dB, 1 W, 8 Ω) TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 22 Technical specifications Signal-to-noise ratio 103 dB Total harmonic distortion (THD) < 0.05 % / 250 W 4 Ω at 1 kHz Damping factor (8 Ω, 1 kHz) 300:1 Sensitivity 0,775 V at rated power (8 W) Gain 34 dB Cooling 2 ×...
  • Page 23 Technical specifications Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 24 Technical specifications TA 600 MK-X Amplifier class Input impedance 20 kΩ (balanced) 10 kΩ (unbalanced) Output power 8 Ω, stereo 2 × 220 W 4 Ω, stereo 2 × 330 W 8 Ω, mono bridged 640 W Slew rate 40 V/ms Common mode rejection >...
  • Page 25 5 mm × 20 mm, 10 A, 250 V, fast blow Dimensions (W × H × D) 485 mm × 103 mm × 470 mm Weight 13.7 kg TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 26 Technical specifications Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing power amplifier...
  • Page 27 < 0.01 % / 400 W Crosstalk < 60 dB Frequency response 20 Hz … 20 kHz (+ 0.1 …– 3 dB, 1 W, 8 Ω) Signal-to-noise ratio 103 dB TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 28 Technical specifications Total harmonic distortion (THD) < 0.05 % / 620 W 4 Ω at 1 kHz Damping factor (8 Ω, 1 kHz) 300:1 Sensitivity 0,775 V at rated power (8 W) Gain 34 dB Cooling 2 × 2-speed DC fan Power consumption Load 1/8 nominal power...
  • Page 29 Technical specifications Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 30 Technical specifications TA 1400 MK-X Amplifier class Input impedance 20 kΩ (balanced) 10 kΩ (unbalanced) Output power 8 Ω, stereo 2 × 570 W 4 Ω, stereo 2 × 850 W 8 Ω, mono bridged 1600 W Slew rate 40 V/ms Common mode rejection >...
  • Page 31 5 mm × 20 mm, 15 A, 250 V, fast blow Dimensions (W × H × D) 483 mm × 103 mm × 475 mm Weight 17.5 kg TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 32 Technical specifications Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing power amplifier...
  • Page 33 < 0.01 % / 760 W Crosstalk < 60 dB Frequency response 20 Hz … 20 kHz (+ 0.1 …– 3 dB, 1 W, 8 Ω) Signal-to-noise ratio 103 dB TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 34 Technical specifications Total harmonic distortion (THD) < 0.05 % / 1200 W 4 Ω at 1 kHz Damping factor (8 Ω, 1 kHz) 500:1 Sensitivity 0,775 V at rated power (8 W) Gain 39.2 dB Cooling 2 × 2-speed DC fan Power consumption Load 1/8 nominal power...
  • Page 35 2 RU 2 Ω stability DSP / frequency Convection cooling Protection circuits (DC voltage protection, overtempera‐ ture protection, short-circuit protection, infrasound pro‐ tection, overcurrent protection) TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 36 Technical specifications Block diagram power amplifier...

  • Page 37: Plug And Connection Assignment

    In addition to the conduc‐ tors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second core is added. This also transfers the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°. TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 38 Plug and connection assignment Since the interference affects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐ ference. 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding 1/4"...
  • Page 39 Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Shielding on plug housing (option) TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...
  • Page 40 Plug and connection assignment XLR plug (unbalanced) Ground, shielding Signal Bridged to pin 1 Speaker Twist chassis connector 1, + Signal 1 (in phase) 1, – Signal 1 (out of phase) 2, + Signal 2 (in phase) 2, – Signal 2 (out of phase) power amplifier...

  • Page 41: Cleaning

    Before cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect mains-operated devices from the mains. Only use pH-neutral, solvent-free and non-abrasive cleaning agents. Clean the unit with a slightly damp lint-free cloth. TA 450 MK-X TA 600 MK-X TA 1050 MK-X TA 1400 MK-X TA 2400 MK-X...

  • Page 42: Protecting The Environment

    Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
  • Page 44 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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