Instruction Manual for TARAMPS models including: PRO 2.4D Digital Audio Processor, PRO 2.4D, Digital Audio Processor, Audio Processor, Processor
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29 feb 2024 — TARAMPS, located on Julio Budisk highway, SN, KM 30 – Alfredo Marcondes, SP - Brazil, ZIP CODE. 19180-000, warrants this product against any defects on ...
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DocumentDocumentThe installation of this product must be made by a qualified professional. Index 01 · Term of Warranty · Technical assistance 02 · Introduction · Safety requirements · Key recommendations · Safety 03 · Processor Overview · Screens & basic operation 04 · Output selection keys · Menu & parameters navigation 05 · Menu structures & description · Audio menu · Input/output routing 08 ·Phase · Limiter · Limiter in RMS function · Limiter parameters 09 ·Limiter in PEAK function · Limiter parameters: ·Eq. parameter. output 10 ·Audio generator · Language · Save Con g. 11 · Load con g. · Password / lock · Presets EQ · Text Message 06 · Band equalizer 12 · Connecting processor inputs & outputs · Crossover 13 · Technical Features 07 · Delay ·How to set the alignment parameter value Term of warranty TARAMPS, located on Julio Budisk highway, SN, KM 30 Alfredo Marcondes, SP - Brazil, ZIP CODE 19180-000, warrants this product against any defects on terms of project, making, assembling, and/or with solidarity, due to project vices which cause it improper or inadequate to its original use within 12 months from the date of purchase. In case of defect during the warranty period, TARAMPS responsibility is limited to the repairing or replacement of the device of its own making. This warranty excludes: ·Damaged products by improper installation, water infiltration, violation by unauthorized individuals; ·Tamper or torn warranty seal; ·Cases in which the product is not used in adequate conditions; ·Defects caused by accessories, modifications or features attached to the product; ·The product with damage from falling, bumps or nature related problems (flooding, lightning, etc); ·Warranty card is not properly filled or torn; ·Costs involving uninstallation, reinstallation of equipment as well the shipment to the factory; ·Damage of any kind, due to problems in the product, as well as losses caused by discontinued use of the product. Technical assistance For international support, check on our website: www.taramps.com.br/en/rede-de-assistencias-tecnicas or contact direct the factory support: Phones: +55 18 3266-4050 / +55 18 99749-3391 E-mail: service@taramps.com.br 01 Introduction Read this manual before installing the product. In case of Declaration of Conformity questions contact our technical support: +55 (18) 3266-4050 or www.taramps.com.br. TARAMPS ELECTRONICS LTDA Alfredo Marcondes - SP Brazil Hereby, Taramps Electronics Ltda declares that the product PRO 2.4D complies with the Directive 2014/30/EU, according with the following harmonized standard: At the end of its lifespan, this product must -EN 50498:2010 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - not be disposed of in household waste. Look Product family standard for aftermarket electronic equipment in vehicles for an electronic equipment collection or The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at recycling center for proper disposal. the Product Page on Internet. Safety requirements To ensure proper use, please read through this manual before using the processor. It is specially important that you know the CAUTIONS contained here. - The installation of this product must be done by a qualified professional. - Use the correct tools for installing this product. - This product is for use with 12V batteries. Always check the voltage before installing. - This product must be installed in a firm location and away from heat sources. - Never install the product in places exposed to dust, humidity and water. Pay attention to install it far from fuel tank, fuel lines, heat sources and other parts of vehicle. - Be sure to install protection fuse or a circuit braker near to battery. Follow the ampere rating as indicated here in this manual. Use of improper fuse or circuit breaker could result in overheat, smoke, damage to product, injury or burns. - Avoid running wires over or through sharp edges. Use rubber or plastic grommets to protect any wires routed through car's body. - Automotive sound systems may produce high sound pressure levels. Avoid continuous exposure to levels over 85dB to prevent permanent hearing loss. Key recommendations The wire gauge for power supply connections is 1,5mm² (15 AWG) for positive and negative wires, and 0,50mm² (20 AWG) for remote signal wire. For protection against overload, install a fuse on positive wire, close to battery terminal (1A). See page 12. 1 - Power supply negative: Connect to negative pole of battery. 2 - Remote signal input: Connect to remote signal output from head unit. 3 - Remote ouput: For connection in amplifiers 4 - Powe supply positive: Connect to positive pole (12V) of battery. Safety As you read this manual, pay attention to the safety symbols. CAUTION This symbol with "CAUTION" is intended to alert the user to the presence of important instructions. Failure to heed the instructions will result in risk of injury to user or product damage. Taramps reserves the right to modify the contents of this document at any time without prior notice and does not have the obligation to apply the changes in units which were previously produced. 02 High Level input (B and A) Processor overview LCD Display Power supply connectors Input clip LED indicator PRO 2.4 d TARAMPS Rotary encoder LED indicators limiter and clip and output Select / Mute keys Signal Input (A & B) Signal output ways 1 ~ 4 RCA signals input: Input for low level / high impedance (RCA) signals. WIRE High Level Input: Input for high level / low impedance signals (from the speaker output of the players or multimedia center). It features function of automatic turn-on by the input signal, so it eliminates the use of the REMOTE IN wire from the power connector when using this input. Note: The system is designed for use in virtually all multimedia head units on the market. However, on some head units , you may not get the trigger effect due to the type of audio output circuit. In this case, use the REMOTE wire for triggering it normally. Input clip indicator LED: It shows that the signal is reaching the maximum limit of the processor input, which causes signal distortion. If it comes on, reduce the volume of the signal source and readjust the system gains accordingly. Limiter / clip LEDs: They have a dual function: They indicate that the signal from that output has reached the maximum level (when the limiter is off ) or the actuation of the limiter (when the signal reaches the threshold de ned in the limiter). Power connector: See page 12. Screens & basic operation: Idioma/language >PORTUGUES INITIAL SETUP: When turned on for the first me, the processor waits for the language to be set. Choose the desired language and confirm with a quick touch in the center of the encoder. Turning the encoder knob (clockwise or counterclockwise), adjusts the master volume (Input volume). PRO 2.4 D TARAMPS 03 Output selection keys Quick touch (Click) on the key of each output(1 to 4) It performs an adjustment of the individual gain in each output. OUT 1 to OUT 4 OUTPUTS LEVEL Click OUT1: 0.0dB · SELECT Selected Output Output level OUT 1 to OUT 4 Individual mute: Press the output key (1 to 4) for 1 second until Long the key goes out. To unmute individual sound , press it again press for 1 second. 1 second MUTE Quick click on the center of the encoder, to access the MAIN MENU and its functions. Long touch (1 second) in the center of the encoder returns to the previous menu, until returning to the main screen. PRO 2.4 d TARAMPS MAIN MENU Audio Click Menu & parameters navigation Use the encoder, turning left (decrement) or right (increment). Menu selection, option or parameter change can be done by pressing the center of the encoder. Note: In any of the audio adjustment screens, the hotkeys for channels 1 to 4 allow you to check and adjust the parameters of each channel without leaving the desired option Tip: To ne-tune a parameter or increment/decrement the number after the decimal point, rotate the encoder slowly. E.g., in the signal level (dB) adjustments, the increment will be 0.1dB when turning the encoder slowly, and 1dB when turning it more continuously and quickly. MAIN MENU Audio MAIN MENU Audio Generator 04 Menu structure & Description 6-Contraseña / Bloqueo Press the encoder button (center long press) to back to Main Screen. 1- Audio menu: Adjusts and controls related to audio processing: mAIN MENU Audio I / O Rou ng Equalizer Crossover Turn Turn Turn Click Delay Turn Phase Limiter Turn Turn Output Level Output Param. EQ. Turn Turn I/O Routing: De nes the internal connections between outputs and inputs. Available options: A, B or A+B (sum of the two inputs). E.g.: setting the OUT 1 output to A, its signal will come from input A. AUDIO ROUTING Use the OUTx keys to select the desired way Turn the rotary encoder to select the input Input A Input B A B + A+B CROSSOVER ALIGNMENT PHASE LIMITER PARAMETRIC EQ CROSSOVER ALIGNMENT PHASE LIMITER PARAMETRIC EQ OUT 1 OUT 2 ... CROSSOVER ALIGNMENT PHASE LIMITER PARAMETRIC EQ OUT 4 05 -Band equalizer: It has 5 lters of equalization, with attenuation /boost of up to 12dB, adjustable Q factor, 2 octaves, but center frequencies which can be changed up to 2/3 octave. Acts simultaneously on inputs A and B. The Pro 2.4D has 12 preset equalization curves, selectable in MAIN MENU > Presets EQ. Q +12dB G+ Gain EQ filter 0dB -12dB 10Hz F EQ 1 EQ 2 EQ 3 EQ 4 EQ 5 G- A enua on 22KHz EQ : 1 +0.0dB f: 63Hz Q:0.5 gain or a enua on Click Click on the encoder centerto select the desired parameter MINIMUM 40 Hz 160 Hz 630 Hz 2500 Hz 10.000 Hz Frequency STANDARD 63 Hz 250 Hz 1.000 Hz 4.000 Hz 16.000 Hz Q factor Rotate the encoder to change the selected parameter MAXIMUM 100 Hz 400 Hz 1.600 Hz 6.300 Hz 20.000 Hz -Crossover: Set the high pass (HPF) and low pass (LPF) lters of selected output way. The cutoff frequencies could be set from 10Hz to 22KHz, and are available some kinds of lters (Butterworth, Bessel, Linkwitz Rilley) in different slopes (-6, -12, -18, -24, -30, -36, -42 e -48dB/ Octave). High Pass Frequency selec on (HPF) XOVER HPF OUT1 f: 20 Hz OFF Cut off Frequency Low Pass Frequency selec on (LPF) XOVER LPF OUT1 f:20000 Hz OFF Cut off Frequency LPF 10Hz 22KHz Selected output HPF Selected output OFF: LR12 LR18 LR24 LR30 LR32 LR36 LR48 BT6 BT12 BT18 BT24 BT30 BT36 BT42 BT48 10Hz 22KHz FILTER TYPE / ATTENUATION: Off Linkwitz - Rilley c/ -12dB/octave Linkwitz - Rilley c/ -18dB/octave Linkwitz - Rilley c/ -24dB/octave Linkwitz - Rilley c/ -30dB/octave Linkwitz - Rilley c/ -32dB/octave Linkwitz - Rilley c/ -36dB/octave Linkwitz - Rilley c/ -48dB/octave Bu erworth c/ -6dB/octave Bu erworth c/ -12dB/octave Bu erworth c/ -18dB/octave Bu erworth c/ -24dB/octave Bu erworth c/ -30dB/octave Bu erworth c/ -36dB/octave Bu erworth c/ -42dB/octave Bu erworth c/ -48dB/octave 06 Delay: Set the delay to be applied to audio signal, for systems alignment. The position of transducer's voice coil should be taken in account in order to set the optimal delay value. Selected Output DELAY ----> OUT1 0.0cm 0.000ms Distance Delay me Rotate the rotary encoder to set the delay amount to be applied. The voice coils of each transducers isn't aligned inside the acoustic box, so there is some delay that can degrade the perfect audio playing. The Delay feature apply different delay amount for each output way, in order to get the perfect audio alignment. How to set the delay parameter value (centimeter): Reference position (*) Acoustic box front panel A 1 Set the reference coil (*) farthest from the box panel (in our example, the reference was the center of the horn coil) 2 Measure the other channels and find the measure A . A Set the closest measurement (in cm) for each channel. 3 Repeat the procedure for the other channels (the channel selection can be done through the keys of each channel). A 07 -Phase: Allows inverting the phase of the channel output signal, selecting option [180].Select the channel using the OUT1 to OUT4 selection keys and select the desired phase by turning the encoder. PHASE CONTROL OUT1 [0] 180 Selected output Phase Reverse polarity + Input + - + Output - Input + - Output 0° 0° 180° 0° 0° 180° -Limiter: Acts as a limiter for the maximum signal level of the processor output, so as not to exceed the power limit supported for each system transducer. Selected output RMS func on PEAK func on RMS OUT1 1.00V Thresh: -6.0dB Max level voltage Output RMS* Limiter in RMS function: Parameter Parameter value Limiter that acts with reference to the RMS value of the audio signal, prevents overheating of the speakers due to excessive power. RMS Threshold Threshold Gain Limiter parameters: Modes: MANUAL = Manual Attack, Hold and Release adjustment; AUTO: Sets the Attack, Hold and Release parameters automatically, according to the channel frequency cutoff (HPF). Threshold Point when the limiter begins to act (indicated by the RED LED on each lane turning on). To turn off the limiter, turn the encoder clockwise until [OFF] appears in the threshold value. Attack, or Attack time Time needed to limiter reduce the gain after the signal reaches the threshold. Hold Time that the limiter keeps the signal attenuated even after its level drops below the threshold. Release, or Release time Time needed to limiter return to the original gain after the signal drops below the threshold. Threshold Release Hold A ack * According to Threshold selected. The accuracy of this measurement depends on the signal frequency as a function of the Attack time. At low frequencies, very fast attack times can affect measurement accuracy. 08 Limiter in PEAK function: Limiter that acts with reference to the PICO value of the audio signal, prevents mechanical damage and overheating of the speakers due to excessive displacement. Selected output PEAK func on PEAK OUT1 MANUAL Dynamic: 24dB Manual or automa c mode Limiter parameters: Parameter Value Modes: MANUAL = Manual Release adjustment; AUTO: Sets the Release parameter automatically, according to the channel frequency cutoff (HPF). Dynamic Point when the limiter acts (indicated by the lighting of the RED LED on each channel) with reference to the peak value of the signal in relation to the threshold de ned in the RMS limiter (Music Dynamics). Hold Time that the limiter keeps the signal attenuated even after its level drops below the threshold (Dynamic). Release, or Release time Time needed to for the limiter to return to the original gain after the signal drops below the threshold. Examples: Peak Threshold Dynamics RMS Threshold Signal type Sinusoidal Pink noise Heavy rock Rock / Pop Jass Vocal Orchestra Bass Dynamic 3 dB 6 ~ 12 dB 10 ~ 12 dB 12 ~ 15 dB 15 ~ 20 dB 15 dB 10 ~ 24 dB 6 dB -Output level: De nes the level of each output channel, allowing to apply from -45dB attenuation up to +15dB gain, regardless the main volume. Select the output channel using the selection keys (1 OUTPUT LEVEL OUT1: 0.0dB to 4), adjust the gain level by rotating the encoder. Selected output Output level Note: This function has a shortcut: simply pressing the corresponding output key when in the main screen. -Output parametric EQ.: EQ with 1 band and adjustable parameters for: G = Filter gain/attenuation (-12dB to +12dB) F = Filter central frequency, adjustable from 10Hz to 22KHz Q = Filter width adjustment from 0.4 (widest) to 10.0 (narrowest) Selected Output Gain or A enua on Peq OUT1 +0 .0dB f: 20Hz Q: 0.4 Central Frequency Width(Q) +12dB 0dB -12dB 10Hz Q G+ Gain G- A enua on F 22KHz 09 -) Audio Generator: Sine wave generator, with frequency and variable amplitude. With 4 modes: - Fixed Frequency: Sine generator with frequency (10Hz to 22KHz) and amplitude (-60dB to 0dB) adjustments. Note that when activating the generator, the signal is sent to all outputs and it is possible to adjust the other functions and parameters in real time, since the generator remains active and de ned as a signal source when in the ON position, even when accessing another function. . Signal level Signal level GERADOR: -45.0dB f: 1000Hz OFF Signal level 2.00Vrms: 0.0dB f: 1000Hz ON Generator off Frequency Generator on *The voltage level shown is informative and may differ depending on processing settings (Equalization, cuts, limiter, etc...). -Sweep (Slow / Medium / Fast): It performs a signal sweep, with the initial and nal frequency de ned by the user, which remains in a continuous cycle (repeating) until the generator is turned OFF. There are 3 sweep speeds avaliable. Signal Level SWEEP-45.0dB OFF f: 10->22000Hz On/ Off Sweep Ini al Final Frequency Frequency Port Eng 3-) Language: Choose the desired language (Portuguese, English or Spanish) Esp 4-) Save con g: Allows you to choose the memory location and assign a convenient name to these settings. Selecting which memory location, click on the encoder center to switch to the text. Rotate the encoder to select the desired letter, click on the center of the encoder to move to the next character. To erase, rotate the encoder until "<" + quick touch on the center of the encoder. To nish editing and save the memory name, place the cursor after the last character + long press on the center of the encoder and con rm"YES". SAVE Memory 1 _ Memory posi on Customizable name 10 5-) Load con g: Load a previously saved con guration or the factory default setting. Rotate the encoder to select the desired memory, click on the center of the encoder to select and then con rm. Important: when you select the FACTORY SETTINGS option, the previously saved settings will be lost. MEMORY 1 ORIGIN _ Memory posi on Previously saved name 6-) Password / lock: Allows you to lock the processor using a password (the default password is 1234) or change the password to a personalized one, with 4 digits. **** NOTE: When locking the processor, a padlock icon will appear in the upper right corner of the screen. A password will be required to access the settings. To reset the processor to factory settings without accessing the menu (e.g. due to lost/forgotten password), just turn on the processor while keeping the keys of ways 1 and 2 and the center of the encoder pressed simultaneously. This will erase the contents of user settings memories and reset the product to initial setup. 7-) Presets EQ: The Pro 2.4D has 12 preset equalizer curves. Select the music style and press the encoder center to apply the equalization curve: ·FLAT ·ELECTRONIC ·LOUDNESS ·ROCK STYLE ·BASS BOOST ·HIP-HOP STYLE ·MID-BASS BOOST ·POP MUSIC ·TREBLE BOOST ·VOCAL ·POWERFUL ·COMPETITION 8-) Text message: De nes a text of up to 15 alphanumeric characters to be displayed as screen saver animation. Enable the function by selecting ON and with a quick touch on the center of the encoder, and go to text editing (blinking cursor). Rotate the encoder to select the desired letter, click the center of the encoder to move to the next character. To erase, turn the encoder until"<"+ quick touch on the center of the encoder. To nish editing and save the text, place the cursor after the last character + long press in the center of the encoder. After about 3 seconds of no activity on the main screen, the text will be displayed as an animation on the screen. TEXT: ON Enables (ON) / Disables (OFF) _ the text message display Custom Name 11 Connecting processor inputs & outputs Head Units RCA output or Wires cable Cable Remote 0,50mm² (20 AWG) For connec on in amplifiers 1.5mm² (15 AWG) *Illustrative images PRO 2.4 d TARAMPS 1A RCA Cable Taramps TS 400X4 AMPLIFIER 400WATTS - 2 OHMS Compression driver TS 400X4 AMPLIFIER 400WATTS - 2 OHMS CAUTION Check power polarity and recommended gauge. it is recommended to install a 1 Ampere fuse on the positive supply terminal. 12 Technical features Processing Resolu on........................................................................................................24bits Sampling rate...................................................................................................48KHz Inputs and Outputs: Number of input channels.......................................................................................2 Number of output channels.....................................................................................4 Input/output rou ng:................................................................................. A, B, A+B Master gain adjustment:.............................................................................-80 a 0dB Output gain adjustment:.........................................................................-45 a +15dB Input impedance (RCA):.............................................................................10K ohms Input impedance (high level):......................................................................50 ohms Output impedance...:...................................................................................47 ohms Maximum input level (RCA):....................................................... 5,9Vpp (2,1V RMS) Maximum input level (High level):...................... .........................28Vpp (10V RMS) Maximum output level:.............................................................. 5,9Vpp (2,1V RMS) Frequency response (-1dB)..................................................................10Hz a 22KHz Total Harmonic Distor on................................................................................0,01% Signal / Noise Ra o:........................................................................................>90dB Crosstalk (separa on between channels)........................................................>80dB Input graphic equalizer, 5 bands, 2 octave and 12 presets: Central Frequencies:...........................EQ.1 - 63Hz (adjustable from 40Hz to 100Hz) EQ.2 - 250Hz (adjustable from 160Hz to 400Hz) EQ.3 - 1000Hz (adjustable from 630Hz to 1600Hz) EQ.4 - 4000Hz (adjustable from 2500Hz to 6300Hz) EQ.5 - 16000Hz (adjustable from 10000Hz to 20000Hz) A enua on / Gain:............................................................................-12dB to +12dB Q factor adjustment:...................................................................................0.4 to 10 Crossover (HPF e LPF): Cutoff frequency: ......................................................... variable from 10Hz to 22KH Linkwitz Rilley Filters......................................-12,-18,-24,-30,-36,-42, -48dB/octave Bu erworth Filters..................................-6,-12,-18, -24, -30 -36, -42, -48dB/octave Alignment (Delay):............................................................................8,0mS (272cm) Phase:...........................................................................................................0 / 180° Adjustable Limiter: Threshold:......................................................................-48 to 0dB (8mV to 2VRMS) A ack: .............................................................................................0.1mS to 100mS Hold: .....................................................................................................0 to 2000mS Release: ............................................................................................1mS to2000mS Adjustable PEAK Limiter: Threshold / Adjustable dynamics: .............................................................3 to 36dB Hold: ............................................. .......................................................0 to 2000mS Release: ...........................................................................................1mS to 2000mS Output parametric EQ: Central Frequency: ......................................................variable from 10Hz to 22KHz A enua on / Gain: ...........................................................................-12dB to +12dB Q Factor Adjustment....................................................................................0.4 to 10 MUTE Func on..................................................................Individual at each output Audio generator (Sine waveform) Frequency range...........................................................Variable from 10Hz to 22KHz Gain:..................................................................................-60 a 0dB (2mV a 2VRMS) Modes:..................................................................Fixed Frequency / 3 speed sweep Languages: ............................................................Portuguese, English and Spanish Se ng memory posi ons: ........................Factory default + 3 assignable posi ons Screensaver func on: ........................................................Text up to 15 characters Access protec on: ............................................... 4 password digits (customizable) Supply Voltage: .......................................................................................9 to 16VDC Nominal consump on (12.6V): ................... ............. .....................................0.20A Dimensions (WxHxD):................................198 x 37 x 113mm (7.80" x 1.46" x 4.45) Weight:..............................................................................................0.45Kg (0.99lb) 13 MN_PRO 2.4D_R00 Manufactured by: TARAMPS ELECTRONICS LTDA TAX ID: 11.273.485/0001-03 Highway: Julio Budisk, SN, KM 30 Alfredo Marcondes - SP Made in Brazil