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XE300/XE500 

User Guide V1.0

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XE300/XE500          

USER GUIDE

IK42 AMPLIFIER

Maximum drive capability

The iK42 is a four-channel power amplifier, with the following maximum drive capacities: 

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When used with XE300s in 

PASSIVE mode, each amplifier channel can drive a maximum 

of two monitors, meaning a total of eight monitors may be connected in four chains. Each 
chain may, of course, be fed with a different mix.

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When used with XE500s, or XE300s in 

BI-AMP mode, each amplifier channel can drive a 

maximum of two monitors, with separate channels being used for the HF and LF inputs. 
This means a total of four monitors may be connected in two chains. Each chain may, of 
course, be fed with a different mix.

IK42 OPERATIONAL GUIDE

INTRODUCTION

The Martin Audio iK42/iK81 Series Advanced System Amplifier represents current state-of-the-
art technology in several areas. This product is the result of several years of research, from which 
many advances in switched mode power technologies and ever finer detail in signal processing 
have stemmed. Taking advantage of the latest advances in analogue to digital conversion 
technologies, the unit achieves performance levels among the very best that engineering permits.

KEY FEATURES

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Four/Eight channels of sonically pure Class D amplification

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Very high power density - packs four channels and 20 kW or eight channels and 10 kW into 
just 2U of rack space

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Packed with robust protection and monitoring systems to keep the show going

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External Breaker Protection (EBP) limits the current draw to prevent breakers opening

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Martin Audio minimal signal path design

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Class leading sonic performance achieved by the use of state of the art Amplifier technologies 
and highly advanced DSP algorithms using Linea Micro Detail (LMD)

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96 kHz sampling frequency provides for a nominally flat response beyond 40 kHz

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Rotary encoders, illuminated buttons and graphical display provide a rapid, intuitive and 
user-friendly control interface

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High speed Ethernet communications supporting DHCP, static-IP and auto-IP, and direct 
connection to a computer without the need for a router or a switch

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Powerful Drive Module concept, abstraction from device-centric to speaker-based control

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Innovative Component Presets to allow individual outputs to be used for selected drivers of 
a loudspeaker system

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Twelve layers of Parameter Overlays for trouble-free Grouping

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Unique VX limiter providing dynamic control for passive 2-way enclosures

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Unique LIR linear phase crossover shapes giving FIR-like performance without the drawbacks

Содержание XE300

Страница 1: ...MARTIN AUDIO XE SERIES XE300 XE500 USER GUIDE...

Страница 2: ...XE300 only crossover modes 10 Cable lengths 10 IK42 AMPLIFIER 11 Maximum drive capability 11 IK42 OPERATIONAL GUIDE 11 Introduction 11 Key Features 11 Drive Modules 12 Overlays 12 LIR Linear Phase Cro...

Страница 3: ...esets 22 Vu Net 24 Processing Block Diagram 25 Input Menu Map 26 Output Menu Map 27 Utility Menu Map 28 MOUNTING OPTIONS 29 Flying LE Series monitors 30 ACCESSORIES 30 XE SERIES MONITOR SPECIFICATIONS...

Страница 4: ...speaker is built to the highest standard and thoroughly inspected before it leaves the factory After unpacking the monitor examine it carefully for any signs of transit damage and inform your dealer i...

Страница 5: ...lack textured finish to minimise reflections from stage lighting The grilles are black perforated steel with an acoustically transparent black scrim cloth backing Both end faces have moulded rubber fe...

Страница 6: ...at all positions off axis and over a range of distances from the loudspeaker A disadvantage of conventional coaxial devices can be HF beaming where the HF dispersion reduces at higher frequencies This...

Страница 7: ...80 mm 62 Hz 550 W 4 ohms AES power ratings Both models are fitted with four fully paralleled NL4 type connectors two are fitted at the front facing the performer and one at each end Recessed carrying...

Страница 8: ...ay either be bi amped or driven by a single full range amplifier For full range use it uses an internal crossover at a frequency of 1 1 kHz The two modes of operation are selected by a switch on the f...

Страница 9: ...XE Series monitors in parallel Do not attempt to connect more than two monitors to any one amplifier channel as the combined load impedance will be lower than the minimum impedance the amplifier is de...

Страница 10: ...r in conjunction with separate amplifiers or amplifier channels for LF and HF Wire the LF amplifier channel to pins 1 and 1 and the HF amplifier channel to pins 2 and 2 CABLE LENGTHS When connecting a...

Страница 11: ...ery best that engineering permits KEY FEATURES Four Eight channels of sonically pure Class D amplification Very high power density packs four channels and 20 kW or eight channels and 10 kW into just 2...

Страница 12: ...ation The Presets in the Device are Drive Module centric and are used to configure individual Drive Modules rather than the whole device Importantly Drive Modules move the focus away from the processi...

Страница 13: ...nd maintains zero phase difference between the adjacent bands across the crossover region to keep the polar response rock steady FIR Linear Phase Equalisation The Input High Shelf Equalisers use Finit...

Страница 14: ...them but it is essential that an unobstructed flow of clean air is available from the front of the unit to the rear It is important that neither the air intakes on the front of the unit or the exhaust...

Страница 15: ...s For each input channel there is a female XLR connector for analogue inputs There is also one female XLR for one stream two channels of AES3 digital audio Note that only two channels of AES3 digital...

Страница 16: ...annel 3 connector all the Speakon connectors on the iK81 model can also be used if the pair of amplifier channels is being operated in bridged mode More than one speaker can be connected to each chann...

Страница 17: ...es Off the unit is offline and not connected to a computer or network Flashing the unit is searching for an IP address if the unit does not find an IP address the unit will assign itself an IP address...

Страница 18: ...mute status is indicated and controlled by an illuminated button for each channel These flash when the entire unit is muted from the AUX port or from Vu Net Mute All or if this channel has been muted...

Страница 19: ...NK connector allows a buffered AES3 signal to be passed on to another device 6 Dante Ports connection ports for Dante with the Primary and Secondary port convention available 7 Ethernet Communications...

Страница 20: ...er The iK42 requires mains to be connected to its 32 Amp PowerCon inlet and an input feed either balanced analogue to the input XLRs AES3 to the dedicated AES XLR or Dante to the Dante RJ45 port XE500...

Страница 21: ...ill notice that the screen is now showing the preset for input B Again using the ADJUST control select the XE500 preset and press ENTER 8 Press ENTER and the preset loading is complete press UTILITY t...

Страница 22: ...ther balanced analogue to the input XLRs AES3 to the dedicated AES XLR or Dante to the Dante RJ45 port XE300 in passive mode can be connected directly to output Speakons 1 2 3 and 4 See AC Power Conne...

Страница 23: ...ob to select the XE300 passive preset press ENTER twice to confirm When the preset is loaded press INPUT again to load the same preset into input C and repeat finally press INPUT once more to enter th...

Страница 24: ...his is achieved using a PC on the same Ethernet network running Martin Audio s Vu Net software Vu Net allows comprehensive control of every amplifier function Vu Net is available as a free download fr...

Страница 25: ...XE300 XE500 User Guide V1 0 25 XE300 XE500 USER GUIDE Processing Block Diagram...

Страница 26: ...XE300 XE500 User Guide V1 0 26 XE300 XE500 USER GUIDE Input Menu Map...

Страница 27: ...XE300 XE500 User Guide V1 0 27 XE300 XE500 USER GUIDE Output Menu Map...

Страница 28: ...XE300 XE500 User Guide V1 0 28 XE300 XE500 USER GUIDE Utility Menu Map...

Страница 29: ...g the two built in risers at the rear of the cabinet These are normally stowed so that they are flush with the base of the cabinet but can be simply hinged outwards to raise the rear of the cabinet Th...

Страница 30: ...ortant To maintain the correct coverage characteristics XE Series should only be flown upside down When flying any loudspeakers always observe standard industry guidance regarding truss loading and sa...

Страница 31: ...l CROSSOVER PASSIVE mode 1 1 kHz internal BI AMP mode 1 1 kHz via iK42 amplifier BI AMP only 1 1 kHz via iK42 amplifier ENCLOSURE Birch beech ply and hardwood FINISH Black textured paint PROTECTIVE GR...

Страница 32: ...z AES17 4 ohms Inter channel crosstalk worst combination of channels Better than 85 dBr at 1 kHz Better than 75 dBr at 10 kHz Slew Rate 60 V per microsecond typical Damping factor ref 8 ohms 800 at am...

Страница 33: ...y auxiliary and standby supplies Low quiescent Eco Flyback Internally stored energy 600 Joules Mains input voltage range automatically configured 85 V to 240 V Mains input frequency range 47 Hz to 63...

Страница 34: ...ontacts accessibly on the rear panel Physical Cooling Variable speed fans Airflow Front to back Air filtration Washable media changeable without the use of tools Analogue IN and LINK connectors Genuin...

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Страница 36: ...s caused by unauthorised modifications improper use negligence exposure to inclement weather conditions act of God or accident or any use of this product that is not in accordance with the instruction...

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Страница 38: ...hone 519 747 5853 Facsimile 519 747 3576 E mail infona martin audio com All information is Copyright 2017 Martin Audio Ltd Copyright Martin Audio Ltd Martin Audio and Coaxial Differential Dispersion a...

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