Easy KAW Series User Manual

Easy KAW Series User Manual

Digital a/v processor amplifier

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KAW DIGITAL A/V
PROCESSOR AMPLIFIER
User's Manual
Contact Information
support@singeasy.com
https://singeasy.com

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  • Page 1 KAW DIGITAL A/V PROCESSOR AMPLIFIER User’s Manual Contact Information support@singeasy.com https://singeasy.com...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING FOR YOUR PROTECTION READ THE FOLLOWING: KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS HEED ALL WARNINGS FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquid and no object filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IF YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER CORD. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE SHALL BE CONNECTED TO A MAINS SOCKET OUTLET WITH A PROTECTIVE EARTHING CONNECTION. The cores in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: GREEN and YELLOW - Earth BLUE - Neutral BROWN –...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Section 1 - Introduction 1.1 Defining the KAW ........................5 1.2 Contact Info ..........................5 Section 2 - Getting Started 2.1 Quick Start ..........................6 2.2 Front Panel ..........................7 2.3 Front Panel Touch Screen ...................... 8 2.4 Rear Panel ..........................
  • Page 5: Section 1 - Introduction

    Section 1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Sing Easy KAW Series. The KAW Series is a powerful and full-featured digital A/V processor, designed specifically for karaoke installations. With a variety of audio connectivity options, six channels output and effects processing, and video connectivity options, four HDMI porta and an ARC port, the KAW provides you with all the connectivity and processing required for an amazing karaoke experience.
  • Page 6: Section 2 - Getting Started

    2.1 Quick Start Please follow the proceeding steps to set up and running quickly. Before proceeding, ensure the power to the KAW Series and your amplifier(s) are turned off. 1. Connect the KAW Series to your system. 2. Power on all audio output devices such as VOD player then power on the KAW digital A/V processor.
  • Page 7: Front Panel

    Section 2 Getting Started 2.2 Front Panel Please follow the proceeding steps to set up and running quickly. Before proceeding, ensure the power to the KAW and your amplifier(s) are turned off. 1. Power Switch Use this switch to turn the power of the KAW on and off. 2.
  • Page 8: Front Panel Touch Screen

    Section 2 Getting Started 2.3 Front Panel Touch Screen The touch screen is divided into four menu tabs: Main, EQ, Effect, and System. Main Menu         Volume output level Volume bar will show current output level ...
  • Page 9 Scene: Conference, Scene 1, Scene 2 and Custom  Section 2 Getting Started EQ Menu    Microphone EQ Low Gain -24dB to 24dB Mid Gain -24dB to 24dB Mid Frequency Range 20Hz to 20KHz High Gain -24dB to 24dB ...
  • Page 10 Section 2 Getting Started Effect Menu    Echo Volume Values: 0 to 100 Adjust the echo effect added to the original signal, the larger the value, the more noticeable effect Echo Delay Values: 1 to 500ms Adjust the delay time of the echo effect, the larger the value, the longer the echo interval Echo Repeat Values: 0 to 90...
  • Page 11 Section 2 Getting Started System Settings          Initial music volume Values: 0 to 84  Initial mic volume Values: 0 to 84  Initial effect volume Values: 0 to 84#5  Use initial volume Values: Yes / No When initial volume mode is set to “Yes”, initial volumes will be set automatically when amplifier is turned on.
  • Page 12: Rear Panel

    Section 2 Getting Started 2.4 Rear Panel 1. Microphone Inputs Connect your microphones to these 1/4” connections. 2. RS232 USB Port This port allows you to connect the KAW to the home automation controllers. 3. Quad HDMI 2.0 Inputs & HDMI Output w/ Audio Return Channel (ARC) Connect your Blu-Ray, DVD, VOD Player and TV to these HDMI ports.
  • Page 13: Microphone Operation Instructions

    Section 2 Getting Started 2.5 Microphone Operation Instructions Wireless microphone overview  Grille with protective sponge inside Protects the mic capsule from physical trauma, plosive gusts of air, and moisture  Display panel The transmitter display shows the Battery Status, Channel Number and Reception Level ...
  • Page 14 Section 2 Getting Started Follow the steps below to complete the operation:  Display Panel Battery Status  Indicates charge remaining in transmitter batteries. Channel Number  Indicates the channel number Reception Level  Indicated the reception level between the transmitter and receiver.
  • Page 15: Infrared Remote-Control

    Section 2 Getting Started 2.6 Infrared Remote-Control Remote-Control Keys DESCRIPTION REMOTE OVERVIEW  Feedback Suppression  MUTE Mute  User Presets MUSIC- MUSIC+ Music Volume  EFF- EFF+ Effects Volume MIC- MIC+ Microphone Volume  SUR - SUR + Surround Volume ...
  • Page 16: Section 3 - Processing & Parameters

    Section 3 Processing & Parameters 3.1 Input & Output Processing The KAW provides the following processing on the respective inputs and outputs. Input/Output Available Processing Music Audio Inputs Inputs Source (VOD, AUX, BT, UDISK, Optical, HDMI1, HDMI2,  HDMI3, HDMI4 and ARC) Gain Control (Input1, Input2, BT, USB and Optical) ...
  • Page 17: Pc Parameters

    Section 3 Processing & Parameters 3.2 PC Parameters Double-click on KAW.exe to begin configuring detailed parameters. KP800v1.exe Connect the optional USB to RS232 cable between KAW and your PC then click Connect.
  • Page 18: Music Parameters

    Section 3 Processing & Parameters 3.2.1 Music Parameters Click on Music tab to tune the parameters. Music is the control of the music inputs and parameters. EQs allow you to shape the tone of the audio signal. Sometimes these EQs are needed at various stages of the signal path.
  • Page 19: Microphone Parameters

    Section 3 Processing & Parameters 3.2.2 Microphone Parameters Click on Mic tab to tune the parameters. Mic is the control of the microphone inputs and parameters. Mic Parameters Mic EQ (10 Bands - 63Hz, 125Hz, 250Hz, 500Hz, 1KHz, 2KHz, 4KHz, 6.3KHz, 8KHz, 16KHz) ...
  • Page 20: Reverb Parameters

    Section 3 Processing & Parameters 3.2.3 Reverb Parameters Click on Reverb tab to tune the parameters. Reverb is the ambient sound of various live environments such as clubs, studios, concert halls, etc. Much like the Echo effect, it is used for enhancing the sound of vocals to make them more interesting. Reverb Parameters The Reverb algorithm contains the following parameters: Reverb PEQ (5 Bands - 125Hz, 250Hz, 1KHz, 2.5KHz, 8KHz)
  • Page 21: Echo Parameters

    Section 3 Processing & Parameters 3.2.4 Echo Parameters Click on Echo tab to tune the parameters. The Echo effect consists of delays which generate the artificial echos. In an echo effect, the processed signal is mixed with the unprocessed signal and is used to make a singer’s voice sound more interesting. Echo has adjustable time, feedback and level for producing that sought after karaoke effect.
  • Page 22: Main Output Parameters

    Section 3 Processing & Parameters 3.2.5 Main Output Parameters Click on Main tab to tune the parameters. 3.2.6 Surround Output Parameters Click on Surround tab to tune the parameters.
  • Page 23: Center Output Parameters

    Section 3 Processing & Parameters 3.2.7 Center Output Parameters Click on Center tab to tune the parameters. 3.2.8 Subwoofer Output Parameters Click on Subwoofer tab to tune the parameters.
  • Page 24 Section 3 Processing & Parameters EQs allow you to shape the tone of the audio signal. Sometimes these EQs are needed at various stages of the signal path. The KAW has Output EQs for equalizing the overall sound system. The KAW provides 7 Band EQs on the left, right and 5 Band EQs on the surround, center and subwoofer outputs.
  • Page 25 When Dance Mode is turned on, the subwoofer can be enhanced for dance club use. This feature makes it very easy to use the live sound system for both purposes. Sing/Dance Mode can either be engaged manually or automatically. The Sing Mode Timer allows you to automatically decrease ultralow frequency output after a period when the microphones are not used.
  • Page 26: System Settings Parameters

    Section 3 Processing & Parameters 3.2.9 System Settings Parameters Click on System tab to change system settings. Volume Config Music Max Vol 0 to 84 Music maximum volume: Mic Max Vol 0 to 84 Microphone maximum volume: Effect Init Level 0 to 99 Effect initial volume Music Init Vol...
  • Page 27: Rs232 Commands

    Section 4 Remote Control 4.1 RS232 Commands The KAW Series is built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial interface allows system control and query through a high-end controller or PC. KAW RS232 PIN OUTS (RS232) RS232 PIN OUTS (DB-9) A male DB-9 connector viewed from the front. Reverse or back view of male connector for Female Connector.
  • Page 28 Section 4 Remote Control CONTROL COMMANDS Note: Data format is 4-digit Hexadecimal value. FUNCTION COMMAND Memory recall (xx: 00-09, HEX, Decimal 01-10) Music volume value (xx: 00-54, HEX, Decimal 00-84) Microphone volume value (xx: 00-54, HEX, Decimal 00-84) Effect volume value (xx: 00-54, HEX, Decimal 00-84) Input source selection xx: 01, Switch input signal IN1 xx: 02, Switch input signal IN2...
  • Page 29 Section 4 Remote Control QUERY AND RETURN COMMANDS Note: Data format is 4-digit HEX value. FUNCTION COMMAND User mode query User mode return (xx: 00-0b, HEX, respectively 01-12) Music volume query Music volume return (xx: 00-54, HEX, Decimal 00-84) Microphone volume query Microphone volume return (xx: 00-54, HEX, Decimal 00-84) Effect volume query...
  • Page 30 Section 4 Remote Control QUERY AND RETURN COMMANDS Note: Data format is 4-digit HEX value. FUNCTION COMMAND 23 Surround output left channel volume query 24 Surround output left channel volume return (xx: 00-63, HEX, respectively off, -37db ~ 12db/Interval 0.5db) 25 Surround output right channel volume query 26 Surround output right channel volume return (xx: 00-64, HEX, respectively off, -37db ~ 12db/Interval 0.5db)
  • Page 31: Section 5 - Precautions & Cleaning

    Section 5 Precautions & Cleaning 5.1 Precautions when Using Wireless While wireless systems have freed performers from the bonds of cords and cables, they've unleashed several headaches for the sound crew. Getting a wireless system to behave predictably is a challenge faced by touring professionals and newbies alike.
  • Page 32 TV stations as close as 48 or 64 kilometres. Still, since the locations and assignments of television stations are well known, it's pretty easy to choose relatively safe wireless microphone system frequencies in a particular area.
  • Page 33 Section 5 Precautions & Cleaning 5. Improper gain set-up Setting the proper input gain is one of the most important adjustments on a wireless microphone system. Distortion may occur if the gain is set too high, while poor signal-to-noise may result if the gain is set too low.
  • Page 34: Cleaning Instructions

    Section 5 Cleaning Instructions 5.2 Cleaning Instructions Cleaning and maintenance Note the following information when cleaning and maintaining products of the Evolution Wireless Digital series. Caution Liquids can damage the products’ electronics. Liquids entering the product housing can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. Keep all liquids away from the products.
  • Page 35: Section 6 - F.a.q. 6.1 F.a.q

    Section 6 F.A.Q. 6.1 F.A.Q. Before submitting the device for repair, please check the below frequently asked questions. FAULT REASON SOLUTION Connect power plug The power plug is not plugged correctly and ensure good in properly contact No sound output and the display does not light up Unplug power...
  • Page 36: Section 7 - Appendix

    Section 7 Appendix 7.1 Hardware Block Diagram...
  • Page 37: Specifications

    Section 7 Appendix 7.2 Specifications KAW450 KAW650 Processor 32-bit Analog / Digital Signal Conversion 24 bit, 48 KHz Channels Stereo, 8Ω per channel 450W 650W Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz (± 1.5 dB) Signal to Noise Ratio >98dB Damping Factor >300 Total Harmonic Distortion ≤0.05% at 1kHz...

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