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SpeakerCraft SC16-50 Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 SC16-50 MULTI-CHANNEL AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION GUIDE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for purchasing the SpeakerCraft SC16-50, one of the most versatile and powerful multi-channel amplifiers ever offered. Like all SpeakerCraft products, the SC16-50 is built to the highest standards of quality and reliability. With proper installation and operation, you’ll enjoy years of trouble-free use.
  • Page 3 “Mains Plug”) is used as the disconnect device and shall remain accessible and operable at all times. 18. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. SpeakerCraft – 1-800-472-5555 – 1-707-778-5733...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    IN TROD UCTION The SC16-50 is a power amplifier specifically designed to solve the problems of interfacing with different brands and models of equipment, different acoustic environments in different rooms, and different kinds of applications: home theater, stereo, and background music.

  • Page 5: Features And Benefits

    F EATURES AND BE NEF IT S REAL WORLD POWER The SC16-50 is 16-channel amplifier configurable to deliver a solid 50 watts per channel RMS into 8 ohms or 100 watts per channel RMS into 8 ohms using a special high power mode. A new digital power transformer design provides the energy necessary to efficiently deliver solid, deep, controlled bass response to a house full of speakers.
  • Page 6 3. External Voltage trigger. Audio Sense and External Voltage trigger modes enable you to configure the SC16-50 to interface with any kind of system and turn on automatically. AUTOMATIC PROTECTION Each channel has independent thermal and short circuit protection. In the unlikely event that a problem occurs on one channel, the other channels will continue to play.

  • Page 7: System Design Basics

    SpeakerCraft makes volume controls in various styles and colors. When designing your system, take into account who will use the system and when they will use it. Consult your local SpeakerCraft dealer for more information. Figure 1 Plasma/...
  • Page 8 TV in surround sound while Mom and Dad are reading the paper and enjoying background music in the living room. Figure 2 Plasma/ Blu-ray Cable Player Player RECEIVER RECEIVER Family Room Living Room Listening Zone 1 Listening Zone 2 www.SpeakerCraft.com...

  • Page 9: System Design Considerations

    SYSTEM DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS CABLE AND WIRE Because the SC16-50 has many connections on the rear panel (see page 32 & 33), it is important that you correctly label all of the input cables and speaker wires. Label the cables and wires with their destination or source, rather than the SC16-50 terminal to which they are connected.
  • Page 10 CREATING HIGH POWER AMPLIFIER CHANNELS FOR AREAS THAT REQUIRE MORE VOLUME AND POWER All of the odd numbered amplifier channels of the SC16-50 (channels 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, and 15) include a power output of 50 or 100 watts that is selected using a web based IP Configuration utility.
  • Page 11 8 ohms. Proper ventilation of the SC16-50 is critical when driving an 8 ohm load with amplifier channels configured to 100 watts. If the SC16-50 is not properly ventilated, the protection...

  • Page 12: Applications

    SC16-50 BusMatrix™ you dedicate a robust 50 watts to each speaker in your multi-room system. (Figure 3) The SC16-50 has an IP Configuration and Setup tool to adjust volume and tone for each channel individually so you can compensate for architectural differences that create sonic imbalances.
  • Page 13 USING A DUAL-ZONE RECEIVER FOR TWO LISTENING ZONES Most of today’s Audio Video Receivers include a second zone preamplifier output to create a second listening zone. Using this output with the SC16-50 BusMatrix™ input provides amplification for multiple rooms within a second listening zone as shown in Figure 4.
  • Page 14 The BusMatrix™ input signals are then routed to all the amplifier channels via the IP Configuration and Setup Tool. All eight rooms connect to the SC16-50 in Zone #5 with their own room volume control for adjusting room volume levels individually.
  • Page 15 In the ultimate Multi-Zone system, you connect individual stereo preamplifiers (or a single component multi-zone/multi-source preamplifier) to the BusMatrix™ inputs of SC16-50. These independent input signals are then routed to the appropriate amplifier channels via the IP Configuration and Setup Tool creating completely independent listening zones.

  • Page 16: Configuring Your System

    CONFIGURING YOUR SYSTEM Because the SC16-50 offers so many configuration possibilities it is important to plan carefully before you install it. Draw a block diagram of your system and use the Configuration Worksheet on page 41 to record how you plan to connect your SC16-50.
  • Page 17 CONNECTING FOR CONFIGURATION A direct wired Ethernet connection or a Local Area Network (LAN) connection to the RJ-45 network connector on the rear panel of the SC16-50 is necessary to access the SC16-50 Configuration and Setup Tool using a web browser.
  • Page 18 5. Set Subnet to 255.255.255.0 LOCAL AREA NETWORK CONNECTION The network IP address of the SC16-50 (both the factory default address and any address set manually using the Configuration and Setup Tool) is static and must be a unique IP address compatible with the LAN it is connecting to.

  • Page 19: Configuration And Setup Tool

    Ethernet or local area network connection is made, use the web browser included with your laptop, PC, iPad, tablet or smartphone to log into the web server in the SC16-50. Enter the current IP address of the SC16-50 into the URL line of your web browser.
  • Page 20 100 watts, channel 16 is listed as inactive). 1. Select a name field. 2. Enter the input source name, room name or zone name. 3. Select Save to save the names to the amplifier’s memory. FIGURE 9 www.SpeakerCraft.com...
  • Page 21 1. Select either 100 watts or 50 watts for each of the odd numbered channels. 2. Select Save to save the Channel Power settings to the amplifier’s memory. Default Setting: 50W (All channels on) FIGURE 10 SpeakerCraft – 1-800-472-5555 – 1-707-778-5733...
  • Page 22 1. Select one of three available check boxes that corresponds to the Turn On Mode you wish to use, Audio Sense, Voltage Trigger or Constant On. 2. Select Save to save the Turn On Mode to the amplifier’s memory. Default Setting: Audio Sense FIGURE 11 www.SpeakerCraft.com...
  • Page 23 (e.g. inputs 1 through 16, inputs 1+2, inputs 3+4, inputs 5+6, etc.). 2. Select Save to save Signal Routing to the amplifier’s memory. FIGURE 12 SpeakerCraft – 1-800-472-5555 – 1-707-778-5733...
  • Page 24 16 is listed as inactive). 1. Use the pull down list of available Room EQ Presets to assign a different preset to any channel (Flat, Small, Large or Outdoor). 2. Select Save to save Room EQ Presets to the amplifier’s memory. FIGURE 13 www.SpeakerCraft.com...
  • Page 25 5. Set Flat sets the selected channel to the default Flat Room EQ Preset and volume at 0dB. 6. Select Save to save Manual EQ settings to the amplifier’s memory. FIGURE 14 SpeakerCraft – 1-800-472-5555 – 1-707-778-5733...
  • Page 26 1. Place the cursor in a data field and enter new information using the keyboard 2. Select Save to save the Project Information edits to the amplifier’s memory. Note: Name and date fields are 20 characters maximum. Comments field is 110 characters maximum. FIGURE 16 www.SpeakerCraft.com...
  • Page 27 CREATE BACKUP FILE SUB SELECTION Select this option to create a backup SC16-50 configuration file with all the current settings of the SC16-50 you are connected to. Click Save then use the Save As window to browse for a location for the configuration file, enter a unique name and select Save.

  • Page 28: Installation Considerations

    INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS TURN-ON MODES Automating the turn-on of your SC16-50 is one of the easiest steps when installing it in a distributed system. However, do not plug the main power cord into the switched AC outlet of your preamplifier or receiver. The high power design of the SC16-50 requires large amounts of current from its AC power source.
  • Page 29 “boxer fans” to provide continuous air flow into and out of the cabinet. Allow a minimum of 2” of depth behind unit to accommodate cables and connectors. FIGURE 19 FIGURE 20 SpeakerCraft – 1-800-472-5555 – 1-707-778-5733...
  • Page 30 “boxer fans” to provide continuous air flow into and out of the cabinet (see Figure 20). Place the SC16-50 so that there is at least 5” of free air space above the chassis and 3” of space on each side. If the amplifier is located on a carpeted surface, place a board under the amplifier’s feet.

  • Page 31: Installation

    CAUTION! Do not plug the amplifier’s cord into a more than the typical accessory outlet on the back preamplifier’s convenience outlets. of a component will provide. Use the SC16-50’s auto turn on circuitry to turn on the SC16-50 whenever the preamp is on. SpeakerCraft – 1-800-472-5555 – 1-707-778-5733...
  • Page 32 Factory Default 3.5 mm Jack for Reset Switch 3-24V AC/DC Trigger Output INPUT TRIGGER RESET LINE OUT SPEAKER OUT Minimum impedance: (50W mode) (100W mode) CLASS 2 WIRING Banana binding posts for speaker connections www.SpeakerCraft.com...
  • Page 33 Fuse: 100-120V: T15AL, 250V ATTENTION: remplacer 220-240V: T10AL, 250V CLASS 2 WIRING uniquement avec le même type et calibre du fusible. Removable 3-prong 16 gauge 6’ AC power cord. SpeakerCraft – 1-800-472-5555 – 1-707-778-5733...

  • Page 34: Speaker Wire Connections

    If you label the wires for their destination, rather than which 1. Label all wires. terminal of the SC16-50 they are connected to, it will be easier to reconfigure your system in the future. A. Split the speaker wire insulation so that at least two inches 2.
  • Page 35 1. Check the requirements of the device you want The control output has a maximum current to control. capability of 150 mA. 2. Connect the 3.5 mm Jack to the control output maintaining proper polarity (tip = +). SpeakerCraft – 1-800-472-5555 – 1-707-778-5733...

  • Page 36: Operation

    Turn-On circuits, and illuminates “red” to indicate activation of the amplifier channel’s built-in protection circuitry due to either a fault in the wiring or the speaker, or with the SpeakerCraft System Integration Amplifier itself.
  • Page 37 The rear panel Input Level adjustment screws allow you to adjust the level of the SpeakerCraft System Integration Amplifier relative to other amplifiers in your system and / or to limit maximum safe gain to protect speakers in the system.
  • Page 38 Should the protection circuit become activated, reduce the master volume and re-check the Input Level Control adjustments to minimize the chance of a reoccurrence. Perpetually overdriving your speakers and amplifier is considered abuse and will void the manufacturer’s warranty of all affected products. www.SpeakerCraft.com...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE When there is a problem consult this guide first. If the problem persists, or you have additional questions, call your local SpeakerCraft dealer or call SpeakerCraft Technical Support at 1-800-472-5555. The most common problems relate to hook up. Have your configuration worksheet handy when you call.
  • Page 40 6:0 0 AM to 4:0 0 PM PT O N T H E W E B w w w.speakercraf t .com E M A I L T E C H N I C A L S U P P O R T techsuppor t@speakercraf t .com www.SpeakerCraft.com...

  • Page 41: Specifications

    @ 1 khz > 50dB or better Separation 438.1 mm (17 ¼“) wide Overall 144.7 (5 ¾”) high (including feet) Dimensions 411.1mm (16 ¼“) deep Weight Weight 26.2 lb., 11.9 kg AC Mains: 100-120 / 220-240V~, 50 / 60hz, 1000 watts SpeakerCraft – 1-800-472-5555 – 1-707-778-5733...

  • Page 42: Configuration Worksheet

    CONFIGURATION WORKSHEET For ease of use, the Configuration Worksheet can be enlarged on a photocopier. CONFIGURATION WORKSHEET - SC16-50 Turn-On Mode Constant Audio Sense Voltage Trigger Input Names Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Input 5 Input 6...
  • Page 43 This warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers of the product. To obtain warranty service, contact the authorized dealer where you purchased your product or take the unit to the nearest authorized SpeakerCraft dealer (with proof of purchase – claims made without proof of purchase will be denied) who will test the product and if necessary, forward it to Core Brands for service.
  • Page 44 1 - 8 0 0 - 4 7 2 - 5 5 5 5 – w w w . S p e a k e r C r a f t . c o m ©2014 Core Brands, LLC. All rights reserved. SpeakerCraft is a registered trademark of ®...

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