Alcorn Mcbride AmpTraXX User Manual

16 channel intelligent amplifier with eq

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16 Channel Intelligent Amplifier with EQ
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  • Page 1 AmpTraXX 16 Channel Intelligent Amplifier with EQ User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Customers using or selling Alcorn McBride products for use in such applications do so at their own risk, and agree to fully indemnify Alcorn McBride for any damages resulting from such improper use or sale.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Disconnect from AmpTraXX ................. 15 Store Settings to AmpTraXX................. 15 Retrieve Settings from AmpTraXX..............15 Update AmpTraXX Firmware................ 16 Front Panel Status Indicator ................. 16 Gain Control ....................16 September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page iii...
  • Page 4 Advanced Serial Control ............21 Error Codes........................ 22 70V/100V Output Option ............23 Updating Your Firmware ............24 Troubleshooting Guide / FAQ ..........25 Specifications................ 27 September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page iv...
  • Page 5: Welcome

    Welcome! Thank you for purchasing The Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX™ sixteen channel amplifier and EQ system. Whether you’re planning on a multi-room speaker installation, or multiple point-source audio tracks in a single room, with AmpTraXX it’s easy to tailor the frequency response and gain of each 20 Watt output to achieve the exact results you need.
  • Page 6: Features

    M-F 9am–6pm (EST) Telephone Support Fax Support (407) 296-5801 M-F 9am-6pm (EST) Knowledge Base (FAQ) http://www.alcorn.com/kb Any Time E-mail Support support@alcorn.com Any Time Firmware Updates http://www.alcorn.com/support Any Time September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page 2...
  • Page 7: Getting Started

    1. If you have not done so already, install the AmpTraXX application on your Windows-based PC. If you need help doing this, follow the procedure in the Installing the AmpTraXX Configuration Software section of this manual. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2...
  • Page 8 Adjust the frequency value as close to 100 as possible and then release the mouse button. You have now selected a cutoff frequency of approximately 100 Hz. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual •...
  • Page 9 ‘finely tuned’ settings. Click on the button to save your configuration to a file. This configuration can be recalled at any time using the button. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2...
  • Page 10: Front Panel

    There are 16 volume controls on the front of the AmpTraXX for quick manual control of each channel’s volume. If you wish, these controls can be disabled using one of the Rear Panel DIP switches. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual •...
  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    (unless the Front Panel volume controls are Enabled). switch should be switched ON once again. There is no need to power cycle AmpTraXX to perform this reset. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page 7...
  • Page 12: Firmware Update Mode

    #4 to the OFF (Up) position. Unbalanced Inputs For balanced input obtain Sixteen RCA jacks are used for unbalanced audio input. the optional balanced audio input module. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page 8...
  • Page 13: Balanced Inputs (Optional)

    Connector pinout for channels 1-8 Channel Ground Connector pinout for channels 9-16 Channel Ground September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page 9...
  • Page 14: Speaker Terminals

    A standard power cord is supplied and plugs into the back of the unit. Next to the sensing, and can accept 90- power input is the power switch. 220VAC, 50Hz or 60Hz. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page 10...
  • Page 15: Amptraxx Configuration Software

    Save and Load your configurations to your computer. This section describes this software in detail. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2...
  • Page 16: Installing The Amptraxx Configuration Software

    Setup.exe to begin installation. 3. When the program asks, choose a suitable directory for installing the software. Although you may choose whatever location you like, the default directory is C:\Program Files\Alcorn McBride Inc\AmpTraXX. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions, and step through the installation process using the Next button.
  • Page 17: Amptraxx Application Modes

    To update the firmware, simply click the Update Firmware button at the top of the application. Once you are finished updating the firmware, make sure you return the DIP switch to the ‘Normal’ state. If you do not do this, AmpTraXX will not resume normal operation. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2...
  • Page 18: Amptraxx Application Controls

    AmpTraXX Application Controls The AmpTraXX application has a variety of controls that can be used to configure your Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX. These controls have been listed and described in detail below: Help If you are a lost puppy, click this button to access the AmpTraXX application’s built-in HTML help.
  • Page 19: Connect To Amptraxx

    This button will only be visible if you are in Offline Mode. If clicked, the AmpTraXX application will open a temporary connection with AmpTraXX and retrieve its current settings. These settings will be reflected on the on-screen controls, and then the connection will be terminated. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2...
  • Page 20: Update Amptraxx Firmware

    High-pass, or Low-pass filter. This section also contains a button to enable a 1Khz test tone to aid in channel identification and output testing. Of course, you can always select the Flat filter, which passes the input signal with no frequency alterations. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2...
  • Page 21: Filter Quality

    Whenever any of the small buttons is activated beneath each individual control, it becomes “ganged” with the Master Control panel. This way you can adjust many (or all) channels at the same time with just the one Master Control. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2...
  • Page 22: Simple Serial Control

    Simple Serial Control For serial communications The Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX may be controlled using serial RS-232C with a PC or an Alcorn messages via the rear DB-9 Connector. The serial data format is 38400,N,8,1: McBride Show Controller, use 38400 baud, 8 bits/byte, no parity, with one stop bit.
  • Page 23: Set Filter Quality

    (EEPROM). Once this is done, AmpTraXX will revert to these saved settings the next time it is switched on. Command bytes: ST<CR> Message Response: R<CR> September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page 19...
  • Page 24: Reset Amplifier

    This command instructs AmpTraXX to return its current firmware version. Command bytes: ?V<CR> Message Response: AmpTraXX Vn.nn<CR> where n.nn is the current firmware version of AmpTraXX September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page 20...
  • Page 25: Advanced Serial Control

    Get Filter Quality % %ccFQ nnn% <CR> Set Gain % nnn%ccGA R <CR> 100% Get Gain % %ccGA nnn% <CR> Reset Amplifier ccRA <CR> R <CR> clears protect mode September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page 21...
  • Page 26: Error Codes

    AmpTraXX has experienced an internal hardware problem Invalid Command Have you entered the correct command? Are you using a command that is not supported by the current firmware? September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page 22...
  • Page 27: 70V/100V Output Option

    70V/100V Output Option If your application requires 70/100 volt operation, we offer several transformer accessories to assist you. Contact sales@alcorn.com for availability. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page 23...
  • Page 28: Updating Your Firmware

    (noisy cable, loss of power, corrupted file, etc.) and re-initiate the firmware update. Although a failed update may cause AmpTraXX not to function, it will never render the Firmware Update feature useless! September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual •...
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting Guide / Faq

    2. Are the volume controls in a reasonable location (ie. not at full volume!). As soon as you flip the switch, the volume levels of each channel will be acquired from the front panel knobs. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual •...
  • Page 30 Most likely, DIP switch #3 is in the OFF (up) position and AmpTraXX is waiting for a firmware upgrade. Returning this switch to the ON position should resume normal operation. September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual •...
  • Page 31: Specifications

    19"W x 3.5"H x 12"D (48cm x 9cm x 30cm) Weight 10 lb (5 kg) Environment 0º to 38º C (32º to 100º F) Fan cooled power supply 0 to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing September 12, 2005 • Alcorn McBride AmpTraXX User’s Manual • Rev 1.2 Page 27...

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