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Q - P O W E R 14

P O W E R A M P L I F I E R

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Page 3: ...etection 22 7 2 5 Mains Overcurrent Limiter 22 7 2 6 Over Current Protection 22 7 2 7 Fuse MCB Protection FuseProtect Limiter 22 7 2 8 Thermal Protection 22 8 Filter Cleaning 23 8 1 Removing the Filte...

Page 4: ...to the Q POWER 14 User Manual Please visit our website www camcoaudio com for the latest version of this user manual Please note that the leading version of CAMCO manuals is always the English one Co...

Page 5: ...the manufacturer s instructions Only mounting accessory shall be used which is recommended by the manufacturer 5 Mains Connection The amplifier may only be connected to a socket with a protective ear...

Page 6: ...fier exhibits a distinct change from its normal function or performance in case the amplifier has been used in a dusty environment for quite a period of time 14 Servicing All service and repair work m...

Page 7: ...NEL CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROW HEAD SYMBOL ALERTS THE USER TO DANGEROUSLY HIGH VOLTAGE AT THE OUTPUT CONNECTORS THAT COULD POTENTIALLY BE LIFE THREATENIN...

Page 8: ...uncil Directive 2006 95 EC Manufacturer s Name CAMCO Produktions und Vertriebs GmbH f r Beschallungs und Beleuchtungsanlagen Manufacturer s Address Fischpicke 5 D 57482 Wenden Germany Declares that th...

Page 9: ...esults The CAMCO peace of mind long term manufactures warranty is our commit ment to you that every CAMCO amplifier is ready to give you many years of faultless service WELCOME TO CAMCO 1 1 Unpacking...

Page 10: ...rrents through the USB connector on the rear The Q POWER 14 power supply s DSP automatically choses the best regulating algorithms for highest power performance for any mains voltage range 100 V 120 V...

Page 11: ...air inlet vents On Off switch Optional volume control security cover 2 2 The Q POWER 14 Rear Rating plate placed on the inside of the flap AC power socket Cooling air outlet vents SPEAKON output conn...

Page 12: ...Please make sure to always use appropriate mains cables and wall outlet plugs offering sufficient current rating See also chapter 3 7 for more details on current rating and circuit breaker selection A...

Page 13: ...can handle mains voltages from 50 to 280 V Once the Q POWER 14 is powered up the range will be kept even if the mains voltage varies in large borders according to these thresholds Range Nominal voltag...

Page 14: ...W 13000 W 0 99 2300 W 7 848 85 120 V max 106 A max 12220 W 10000 W 0 99 2200 W 7 507 82 100 V max 106 A max 10100 W 8000 W 0 99 2100 W 7 165 79 1 Measured with pink noise 4 x 375 W 2 7 load with crest...

Page 15: ...effectively doubling the long term input current capacity compared to the default 16 A MCB l NOTE Please make sure to always use appropriate mains cables and plugs offer ing sufficient current rating...

Page 16: ...running the air is able to circulate around it freely The efficiency of the cooling will depend on the immediate environment e g an enclosed rack direct sunlight If the amp is installed in a case or...

Page 17: ...phase Make sure to always use high quality symmetrical balanced shielded cable to ensure maximum audio quality Please do not simultaneously attach two independent signal sources to the XLR and Euroblo...

Page 18: ...ts of the same channel WARNING SPEAKON connectors marked with the lightning flash indicate high vol tages that are potentially life threatening Wiring to these terminals requires installation by an in...

Page 19: ...orange and red depending on the clip intensity Orange indicates light clipping red indicates heavy clipping 6 2 Controls 6 2 1 Volume Control A volume control with 41 notched settings controls the au...

Page 20: ...t of cur rently supported MCBs please contact CAMCO for adding those MCBs to the set For adding we would need the brand name type name or number and if available a datasheet showing the tripping chara...

Page 21: ...offset at the speaker output the Q POWER 14 amplifier is fitted with a DC Servo hence there are no capacitors in the signal path 7 1 5 Output Current Limiter The output current to the loudspeakers is...

Page 22: ...acting as enrergy reservoir With this feature it s possible to continue to deliver music at 1 8th output power during mains dropouts as long as 100 ms In case the amplifier has been switched off it wi...

Page 23: ...nd may lead to reduced output levels Q POWER 14 Filter Assembly Foam filter Front frame Screw WARNING Turn off and disconnect the amplifier from the mains before removing the front frame To clean or r...

Page 24: ...irst pierce two holes in the front label to facilitate the screwing as shown in the drawings To find the exact positions of the holes take the included jig you will find attached on the last page of t...

Page 25: ...replug the mains cable and switch the amplifier on If the amplifier is very hot switch it off let it cool down for several minutes and then try to switch in on again 10 3 All green On LEDs are on but...

Page 26: ...aller MCBs 16 A usually will also reduce the maximum output power of the amplifier Check the mains distribution Very weak mains distributions or generators may cause the mains volt age to drop conside...

Page 27: ...e all channels driven 16 8 4 3 2 2 7 2 All ranges ROW America and Japan 4 770 W 4 1530 W 4 2990 W 4 3520 W 4 3270 W 4 2900 W 70 100 V line operation output power 1 kHz THD 1 all channels driven limite...

Page 28: ...tion Overcurrent Protection Thermal Protection Amplifier Temperature Dependent SOA Protection DC Protection Thermal Protection Short Circuit Protection High Frequency Protection Limiters SMPS Mains In...

Page 29: ...at mains voltages smaller than 10 to 20 of the rated voltage See also chapter 3 4 Japan 50 V 180 V America 50 V 180 V ROW 50 V 280 V AC mains power consumption Measured with pink noise 4 x 375 W 2 7 l...

Page 30: ...2 7 12 2 Phase vs frequency Measurement of a typical performance 12 3 THD 1 kHz vs input level 32 dB amplifier gain Measurement of a typical performance 8 4 2 7 12 4 THD vs frequency 120 W output pow...

Page 31: ...12 6 DIM100 vs input level 4 load 32 dB amplifier gain Measurement of a typical performance 12 7 Common mode rejection ratio vs frequency Measurement of a typical performance 12 8 FFT of noise level v...

Page 32: ...M A N C E D I A G R A M S 12 9 Output impedance vs frequency 1 A output current Measurement of a typical performance 12 10 Damping factor vs frequency Referenced to 8 1 A output current Measurement o...

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Page 34: ...shipping accidents misuse abuse operation with incorrect AC voltage operation with faulty peripheral equipment modification or alteration without prior factory approval service by an unauthorised serv...

Page 35: ...fier the original packing materials must be used Please return the amplifier to the address on the right side or your nearest CAMCO appointed distributor Nature of problem occurred Please describe the...

Page 36: ...t knowledge of all relevant governmental work safety regulations to be in a position to judge the safe functioning of power amplifiers based on technical rules according to IEC 60065 IEC 60065 DIN EN...

Page 37: ...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 f r Beschallungs und Beleuchtungsanlagen Fischpicke 5 57482 Wenden Germany Telephone 49 0 2762...

Page 38: ...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...

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