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Page 3: Table Of Contents
6.2.3 Clip Limiter Switch 10.8 The amplifier gets hot very quickly 6.3 CAMCO USB MCB Updater 10.9 The CAMCO USB MCB Updater application does not connect to the amplifier U S E R M A N U A L www.camcoaudio.com... -
Page 4: Welcome To The Q-Power 14 User Manual
TDA282USERENC Please visit our website www.camcoaudio.com for the latest version of this Revision C, 2015-04-14 user manual. Please note that the leading version of CAMCO manuals is always the English one. © Copyright 2015 by CAMCO Produktions- und Vertriebs-GmbH für Beschallungs- und Beleuchtungsanlagen 4 / 4 2 www.camcoaudio.com... -
Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
The The Q-POWER 14 amplifier is designed for the amplification of pulsed audio disconnection device from mains (mains plug or external all-pole circuit breaker) signals. - Page 6 All service and repair work must be carried out by a dealer / distributor author- The amplifier shall only be operated at altitudes below or equal 2000 m. ized by CAMCO. Do not attempt to service this amplifier yourself. As opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards, the amplifier may only be opened by qualified personnel.
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Page 7: Explanation Of Symbols
Q - P O W E R 14 P O W E R A M P L I F I E R E X P L A N A T I O N O F S Y S M B O L S Explanation of Symbols CAUTION –... -
Page 8: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
Beschallungs- und Beleuchtungsanlagen Manufacturer´s Address: Fischpicke 5, D-57482 Wenden, Germany Declares that the product with the model name: CAMCO Power amplifier Q-POWER 14 Conforms to the following standards: IEC / EN / UL / CSA 60065 > EN55103-1 Emission >... -
Page 9: Welcome To Camco
The CAMCO peace of mind long term manufactures warranty is our commit- carton and packing materials. For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was ment to you that every CAMCO amplifier is ready to give you many years of originally packed at the factory. -
Page 10: The Amplifier
(A-weighted), the impedance headroom has also been increased, meaning that World’s first DSP controlled Power Supply in Professional Audio. the Q-POWER 14 is able to drive any kind of loudspeaker system even down to the lowest impedances. The all new Q-POWER 14 with DSP controlled PFC power supply is the flagship... -
Page 11: The Q-Power 14 Front
Q - P O W E R 14 P O W E R A M P L I F I E R T H E A M P L I F I E R 2.1 The Q-POWER 14 Front 2.2 The Q-POWER 14 Rear Clip-LEDs... -
Page 12: Mains
* provided the connector is suited as a disconnect device, as for example the “Schuko” plug used in Europe or the Twist-Lock plugs used in North America While switched off and still connected to mains, the Q-POWER 14 will have an l NOTE average power consumtion of less than 2 W. -
Page 13: Mains Voltage Range
M A I N S S U P P L Y 3.4 Mains Voltage Range On the other hand, if the Q-POWER 14 is once running in ROW range, the range To guarantee the best amplifier performance all over the world the power supply is never changed anymore, until power loss or manual switch-off. -
Page 14: Mains Power Consumption And Current Draw
Q - P O W E R 14 P O W E R A M P L I F I E R M A I N S S U P P L Y 3.6 Mains Power Consumption and Current Draw Operating Voltage Mains... -
Page 15: Fuseprotect™ Limiter - Mains Circuit Breaker Selection
Please note that all MCBs always allow for much higher peak currents than their “share” one large breaker (e.g. 50 A or 64 A) for two or more Q-POWER 14 rated values before tripping. For example a 16 A breaker with C-type tripping amplifiers. -
Page 16: Mounting
4.3 Fans The fans mounted in the Q-POWER 14 operate permanently, but as long as the temperature remains below 40 °C they run at their slowest speed and can hardly be heard. The highest detected temperature from either the amplifier stages or the power supply controls the speed of the fans: above 40 °C the... -
Page 17: Input And Output Connectors
Q - P O W E R 14 P O W E R A M P L I F I E R C O N N E C T O R S Input D Input C Input B Input A 5. - Page 18 ® connectors are connected to the channel A to D power The Q-POWER 14 uses a bridged power amplifier output stage. This implies amplifier outputs. The pin configuration of the connectors is: that the “Output –” loudspeaker outputs are not (and must never be) directly connected to the electrical ground (earth) or chassis of the amplifier! ®...
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Page 19: Operation
6.2.3 Clip Limiter Switch Mode (Mute), for example because of persistent DC-voltage at the outputs or This switch is located at the rear of the Q-POWER 14 amplifier. It allows you to overheating. activate the clip limiter function on the channels A/B and C/D respectively. -
Page 20: Camco Usb Mcb Updater
NOTE When connecting the Q-POWER 14 to your host computer with the USB cable, the amplifier will shut down completely and all LEDs will be switched off. This behaviour is normal. The amplifier will restart automatically once the USB cable is removed. -
Page 21: Protections
7.1.4 DC Servo signal on that channel is reduced proportionally to prevent further heating of the To prevent DC offset at the speaker output the Q-POWER 14 amplifier is fitted amplifier. If the temperature exceeds approximately 95 °C, the corresponding with a DC Servo (hence there are no capacitors in the signal path!). -
Page 22: High Frequency Protection
Within 7 seconds of the amplifier being switched on, the inrush current limiter will increase mains current from nearly zero to nominal value. This value depends on When driving the Q-POWER 14 at very high output levels over a longer period program material, output level and speaker loads. -
Page 23: Filter Cleaning
8.1 Removing the Filter System and Cleaning front frame. The air intake on the front of your Q-POWER 14 amplifier is fitted with a removable filter system. If the filter becomes clogged, the unit will not cool as efficiently as it To clean or replace the filter just slightly unscrew the fixing screw with the help of should and may lead to reduced output levels. -
Page 24: Volume Control Security Cover
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Page 25: Troubleshooting
If none of the advices work please contact and then try to switch in on again. CAMCO for further support. 10.3 All green On-LEDs are on, but there is no sound 10.1 No reaction when switching the amplifier on If no sound can be heard on the outputs please check following points: If nothing happens when switching the amplifier on (i.e. -
Page 26: Signal And Clip Led Of One Or More Channels Are Red Intermittently
MCBs in the ROW range. > nents. 10.9 The CAMCO USB MCB Updater application does not connect to Very low frequency components with asymmetric shape (for example when heavily distorted) might trigger the amplifiers DC detection. Be... -
Page 27: Specifications
P O W E R A M P L I F I E R S P E C I F I C A T I O N S 11. Specifications Q-POWER 14 Output power 230 V (ROW) 120 V (America) 100 V (Japan) 1 kHz, THD ≤... - Page 28 P O W E R A M P L I F I E R S P E C I F I C A T I O N S Q-POWER 14 Frequency response 10 Hz – 20 kHz: ± 0,1 dB @ 4 Ω...
- Page 29 Q - P O W E R 14 P O W E R A M P L I F I E R S P E C I F I C A T I O N S Q-POWER 14 AC mains supply 100 - 240 V...
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Page 30: Typical Performance Diagrams
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Page 31: Channel Separation Vs. Frequency @ 3 × 120 W / 4 Ω
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Page 32: Output Impedance Vs. Frequency
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Page 33: Unit Conversion Equations And Lookup Table
5 000 10 000 14 815 20 000 Values in grey are calculated only. The Q-POWER 14 is not able to deliver these output powers. U S E R M A N U A L www.camcoaudio.com 3 3 / 4 2... -
Page 34: Warranty Information
CAMCO directly for clarification. 14.1 Summary of Warranty CAMCO guarantees the Q-POWER 14 amplifier to be free from defective mate- rial and / or workmanship for a period of six (6) years from the date of sale. When a defect occurs under normal installation and use, CAMCO will repair the product under this warranty. -
Page 35: Service Information
CAMCO Produktions- und Vertriebs-GmbH für Beschallungs- To transport the amplifier, the original packing materials must be used. Please return the amplifier to the address on the right side or your nearest CAMCO appointed distributor. und Beleuchtungsanlagen, Fischpicke 5, 57482 Wenden, Germany U S E R M A N U A L www.camcoaudio.com... -
Page 36: Maintenance Information
16 / 17 Q - P O W E R 14 P O W E R A M P L I F I E R M A I N T A I N C E I N F O R M A T I O N / D E C O M M I S S I O N I N G 16. -
Page 37: Company Information
P O W E R A M P L I F I E R C O M P A N Y I N F O R M A T I O N Company information Mailing address: CAMCO Produktions- und Vertriebs-GmbH für Beschallungs- und Beleuchtungsanlagen Fischpicke 5 57482 Wenden... -
Page 38: Changes Made To The Amplifier / Notices
Q - P O W E R 14 P O W E R A M P L I F I E R C H A N G E S M A D E T O T H E A M P L I F I E R / N O T I C E S Changes Made to The Amplifier / Notices l NOTE / IMPORTANT Please consider that any changes made to the amplifier have to be documen-... - Page 39 Q - P O W E R 14 P O W E R A M P L I F I E R C H A N G E S M A D E T O T H E A M P L I F I E R / N O T I C E S U S E R M A N U A L www.camcoaudio.com 3 9 / 4 2...
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Page 40: Hole Template For Volume Control Security Cover
Q - P O W E R 14 P O W E R A M P L I F I E R S E C U R I T Y C O V E R T E M P L A T E Hole template for Volume Control Security Cover Scale 1:1 for printing. - Page 42 www.camcoaudio.com Q - P O W E R 14 P O W E R A M P L I F I E R M A D E I N G E R M A N Y...
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