S Class Signal Processors CHANNEL 1 -20 -10 0 +10 LOW LIM L/H L/M L/LM MID LMID LIM M/H LM/HM HIGH LIM PHASE MUTE ST MONO 3W 4W ST 4W 2W LOW CD EQ PHASE MUTE -20 -10 0 +10 LOW LIM L/H L/M MID HMID LIM M/H CHANNEL 2 HM/H HIGH LIM POWER HIGH INPUT GAIN 0 INPUT GAIN 0 DELAY 1 GAIN 0 950 50 500 95 75 1.5K 150 GAIN 260 2.6K 500 5K 0 950 750 1.5K 1.5K 2.6K GAIN 0 HIGH DELAY 1 GAIN 0 950 95 150 1.5K 1.5K GAIN 260 2.6K 500 5K 0 950 2.6K 2.6K 1.5K 2.6K GAIN 0 STEREO/MONO CROSSOVER +5 -6 +6 500 35-800 350-8K 5K MID L MID L MID MONO SUB 0 -2 +10 MID H MID -6 +6 50 500 0 mSec 2 500 35-800 350-8K 5K +14 H MID -12 dB +12 -6 dB +6 35 350 350 Hz 800 8K 8K -6 dB +6 350 350 700 Hz 8K 8K 8K -6 dB +6 -12 dB +12 0 mSec 2 -6 dB +6 35 350 18 Hz 800 8K 400 -6 dB +6 350 350 175 Hz 8K 8K 4K -6 dB +6 -5 +18 dB HPF FREQ RANGE FREQ LOW LIMITER THRESHOLD LOW HPF FREQ RANGE FREQ STEREO/MONO CROSSOVER Safety Instructions Caution: To reduce the hazard of electrical shock, do not remove cover or back. No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to qualified personnel. CAUTION FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE FUSE ATTENTION UTILISER UN FUSIBLE DE RECHANGE DE MÊME TYPE WARNING DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRONIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. Important Safety Instructions 1. Please read all instructions before operating the unit. 2. Keep these instructions for future reference. 3. Please heed all safety warnings. 4. Follow manufacturers instructions. 5. Do not use this unit near water or moisture. 6. Clean only with a damp cloth. 7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on and pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and at the point at which they exit from the unit. 11. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 12. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug damage, or if liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit, the unit has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Table of Contents Table des matières ENGLISH Introduction S·3-way Features Controls and Functions Front Panel Layout Rear Panel Layout Operating the S 3·Way Setting Up the S·3-way Setting up the S·3-way for Stereo 3-way Operation S·3-way Controls S 3·Way System Set-Ups Stereo 2-way Operation Stereo 3-way Operation Mono 4-way Operation Mono 4-way Low Operation S·3-way Connections 2 3 Inhalt DEUTSCHE S·3-way Funktionen Regler und Funktionen Vorderseite Rückseite S 3·Way bedienen S·3-way einrichten S·3-way für den 3-Weg Stereo-Betrieb einrichten S·3-way Regler S 3·Way System-Einrichtungen 2-Weg Stereo-Betrieb 3-Weg Stereo-Betrieb 4-Weg Mono-Betrieb 4-Weg Mono Low-Betrieb Anhang A: S·3-way mit Echtzeit-Analyzer einrichten Technische Daten Addendum: Setting up the S·3 way using a Real Time Analyzer 16-17 Specifications Block Diagram 61 62 Blockdiagram 33 Contenido 34­35 34­35 4-5 4-5 6 7-9 10 36 37­39 40 11 12 13 14 15 41 42 43 44 45­46 61 62 FRANÇAIS Présentation du S·3-Way Commandes et fonctions Face avant Face arrière Utilisation des fonctions du S 3·Way Configuration du S·3-way Configuration 3 voies stéréo du S·3-way Utilisation des fonctions du S·3-way Configurations du système S 3·Way Configuration 2 voies stéréo Configuration 3 voies stéréo Configuration 4 voies mono Configuration 4 voies mono pour Subwoofers 19 20­21 20­21 ESPAÑOL Características del S·3-way Controles y funciones Distribución del panel frontal Distribución del panel posterior Utilizar el S 3·Way Instalar el S·3-way Configurar el S·3-way para el modo estéreo de 3 vías Controles del S·3-way Configuraciones del sistema S 3·Way Modo estéreo de 2 vías Modo estéreo de 3 vías Modo mono de 4 vías Modo mono de 4 vías para graves Apéndice A: Configurar el S·3-way con un Analizador en Tiempo Real (RTA) Especificaciones 47 48­49 48­49 22 23­25 26 50 51­53 54 27 28 29 30 55 56 57 58 Annexes A : Configuration du S·3-way à l'aide d'un analyseur en temps réel 32­32 Caractéristiques techniques Synoptique 61 59­60 61 62 62 Diagrama de bloque Copyright 2001, Samson Technologies Corp. Printed May, 2001 Samson Technologies Corp. 575 Underhill Blvd. P.O. Box 9031 Syosset, NY 11791-9031 Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) Fax: 516-364-3888 www.samsontech.com 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Samson S·3-way electronic crossover. The Samson S·3-way is a one-space, dual channel electronic crossover capable of managing the frequency control for Stereo 2-Way, Stereo 3-Way, 4-Way Mono and 4-Way Mono Low speaker systems. The S·3way is an ideal crossover solution for small and large PA systems, live sound venues, commercial installations, recording studio monitors and DJ set-ups. In addition to its flexibility in configuring to different sound systems, the S·3-way has advanced features such as Delay, CD Horn Equalization, dedicated Limiter and individual Phase and Mute switches per frequency band. S·3-way's convenient meters and frequency indicator LEDs provide instant status of important speaker management settings. The S·3-way is a complete electronic crossover solution, which will give you precise control and superior sound from your loudspeaker system. In these pages, you'll find a detailed description of the features of the S·3-way electronic crossover, as well as a guided tour through its front and rear panels, step-by-step instructions for its setup and use, and full specifications. You'll also find a warranty card enclosed--please don't forget to fill it out and mail it in so that you can receive online technical support and so we can send you updated information about these and other Samson products in the future. ENGLISH With proper care and adequate air circulation, your S·3-way will operate trouble free for many years. We recommend you record your serial number in the space provided below for future reference. Serial number: Date of purchase: Should your unit ever require servicing, a Return Authorization number (RA) must be obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing materials and if possible, return the unit in the original carton and packing materials. 2 S·3-Way Features CHANNEL 1 -20 -10 0 +10 LOW LIM L/H L/M L/LM MID LMID LIM M/H LM/HM HIGH LIM PHASE MUTE ST MONO 3W 4W ST 4W 2W LOW CD EQ PHASE MUTE -20 -10 0 +10 LOW LIM L/H L/M MID HMID LIM M/H CHANNEL 2 HM/H HIGH LIM POWER HIGH INPUT GAIN 0 INPUT GAIN 0 DELAY 1 GAIN 0 950 50 500 95 75 1.5K 150 GAIN 260 2.6K 500 5K 0 950 750 1.5K 1.5K 2.6K GAIN 0 HIGH DELAY 1 GAIN 0 950 95 150 1.5K 1.5K GAIN 260 2.6K 500 5K 0 950 2.6K 2.6K 1.5K 2.6K GAIN ENGLISH 0 STEREO/MONO CROSSOVER +5 -6 +6 500 35-800 350-8K 5K MID L MID L MID MONO SUB 0 -2 +10 MID H MID -6 +6 50 500 0 mSec 2 500 35-800 350-8K 5K +14 H MID -12 dB +12 -6 dB +6 35 350 350 Hz 800 8K 8K -6 dB +6 350 350 700 Hz 8K 8K 8K -6 dB +6 -12 dB +12 0 mSec 2 -6 dB +6 35 350 18 Hz 800 8K 400 -6 dB +6 350 350 175 Hz 8K 8K 4K -6 dB +6 -5 +18 dB HPF FREQ RANGE FREQ LOW LIMITER THRESHOLD LOW HPF FREQ RANGE FREQ The Samson S·3-way electronic crossover utilizes the latest technology in speaker management design. Here are some of its main features: · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Full featured, Stereo 2-way, Stereo 3- way, Mono 4- way electronic crossover. Precision Linkwitz-Riley, 24 dB/Octave filters. High Pass Filter, Butterworth 25 Hz, 12 dB/Octave. Adjustable Low Frequency Delay for time aligning speaker stacks. Times 10 Multiplier Switch to adjust frequency range. Mode Indicator LED's providing quick visual display of operating mode. 4 Segment LED Input Meter allows easy gain adjustment. Output Mute switches for all individual outputs. Phase Switches invert the phase of the individual outputs. Constant Directivity EQ smooths the response of CD horns above 3.5 kHz. Mono Sub Switch sums the low frequency signal from both inputs and sends it to both low outputs. Peak Limiter with independent Threshold control and Peak LED. Advanced circuit design, utilizing low noise operational amplifiers and high quality VCAs. Servo balanced inputs and outputs on XLR connectors. High quality,41 position detent pots and backlit switches. The stylish bead blasted electric blue anodized front-panel is as easy to read as it is to look at. Three-year extended warranty. 3 Controls and Functions FRONT PANEL LAYOUT ENGLISH 1 2 3 4 5 6 CHANNEL 1 7 PHASE LIM 8 MUTE 9 ST MONO 3W 4W ST 4W 2W LOW CD EQ -20 -10 0 +10 LOW LIM L/H L/M L/LM MID LMID LIM M/H LM/HM HIGH INPUT GAIN 0 DELAY 1 GAIN 0 950 50 500 95 75 1.5K 150 GAIN 260 2.6K 500 5K 0 950 750 1.5K 2.6K GAIN 0 HIGH STEREO/MONO CROSSOVER +5 -6 +6 500 35-800 350-8K 5K MID L MID L MID MONO SUB 0 -2 +10 +14 -12 dB +12 0 mSec 2 -6 dB +6 35 350 18 Hz 800 8K 400 -6 dB +6 350 175 Hz 8K 4K -6 dB +6 -5 +18 dB HPF FREQ RANGE FREQ LOW LIMITER THRESHOLD 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 2 3 4 5 INPUT METER INDICATORS - 4 LEDS display the amount of level present at the inputs. DELAY - Delay line adjusts from 0 to 2ms for time aligning the low frequency output. GAIN CONTROL - Adjusts the output gain of the individual frequency bands. BAND AND LIMIT INDICATORS - Indicates the bands that are in use depending on the mode selector and indicates when limiting of that band occurs. CROSSOVER BAND INDICATORS - Indicates the crossover mode that is active depending on the mode selector frequencies. 6 7 8 9 PHASE SWITCHES - Used to select in or out of phase operation, individually per frequency band. MUTE SWITCHES - Individual outputs can be shut completely off with the quick press of a button. CD EQ - Activates the constant directivity horn EQ curve for smoothing the high frequency response of the sound system. OPERATING MODE SELECTOR - Selects one of the 4 operating modes; 2-way stereo, 3-way stereo, 4way mono and 4-way low. REAR PANEL LAYOUT A B C D E F CH 2 HIGH OUTPUT CH 2 LOW OUTPUT I CH 2 HIGH OUTPUT CH 2 MID OUTPUT CH 2 LOW OUTPUT I MONO HIGH OUTPUT MONO HIGH-MID OUTPUT A AC INLET - IEC standard ac power cable connector with external fuse. B CHANNEL 2 HIGH OUTPUT - XLR balanced line output. C CHANNEL 2 MID OUTPUT - XLR balanced line output. D CHANNEL 2 LOW OUTPUT - XLR balanced line output. 4 Controls and Functions 10 CHANNEL 2 -20 -10 0 +10 LOW LIM L/H L/M MID HMID LIM 11 ENGLISH POWER INPUT GAIN 0 DELAY 1 GAIN 0 950 50 500 95 1.5K 150 260 2.6K 500 5K GAIN 0 950 2.6K 1.5K 2.6K GAIN 0 -6 +6 500 35-800 350-8K 5K -12 dB +12 0 mSec 2 -6 dB +6 35 350 350 Hz 800 8K -6 dB +6 350 700 Hz 8K 8K -6 dB +6 HPF FREQ RANGE FREQ 10 MAIN POWER SWITCH- When turned on, activates the S·3-way. 11 RACK EARS- Used for mounting into a standard 19-inch rack. 12 INPUT GAIN- Used to adjust the input gain from ­12dB to +12dB. 13 HPF SWITCH- Engages the low frequency roll off at 25Hz. 14 FREQUENCY CONTROL- The control that sets the crossover point dividing the frequency bands. 15 RANGE SWITCH - Selects the range at which the frequency control operates from normal to times 10. 16 MONO SUB - Selects mono operation for the sub bass output. 17 LIMITER - Built- in peak limiter provides maximum output while offering extended speaker protection. 18 THRESHOLD - Adjusts the level of the peak limiter. F G H I J CH 2 INPUT CH 1 HIGH OUTPUT CH 1 LOW OUTPUT CH 1 INPUT MODE STEREO 2 WAY CH 2 INPUT CH 1 HIGH OUTPUT CH 1 MID OUTPUT CH 1 LOW OUTPUT CH1 INPUT STEREO 3 WAY MONO LOW-MID OUTPUT MONO LOW OUTPUT MONO INPUT MONO 4 WAY G CHANNEL 1 MID OUTPUT - XLR balanced line output. H CHANNEL 1 LOW OUTPUT - XLR balanced line output. I J CHANNEL 2 INPUT - XLR balanced line output. MODE KEY - Indicates the active outputs in all modes. 5 Operating the S·3-way SETTING UP THE S·3-way Whether you are an experienced audio engineer or just starting out, the next sections of this manual will help you get going with your S·3-way. Now that you have unpacked the unit and have become a bit familiar with the front panel controls, you can follow the next sections of this manual to begin to set-up and operate your new crossover.Further on in this manual, you will find detailed wiring diagrams of various speaker system set-ups. For detailed diagrams of connector and cable wiring, see page 15 in this manual. ENGLISH MODE SWITCH PHASE MUTE -20 -10 0 +10 LOW LIM The S·3-way can be configured to operate in several modes including Stereo or Mono 2-way, Stereo or Mono 3-way and Mono 4-way. In addition, the S·3-way has a special operating mode; 4-way LOW which is used for ultra-low sub woofer applications. The Mode Switch, located in the center section of the unit, is used to select the operating mode. As you switch through the various operation modes, you will notice that several LED's on the panel are also changing. These are the Mode Indicator LED's and they help you keep track of the changing controls. HIGH INPUT GAIN 0 DELAY 1 GAIN 0 95 MID H MID -6 +6 5 500 0 mSec 2 H MID -12 dB +12 -6 dB +6 LOW HPF FREQUENCY BAND & LIMIT INDICATORS Because the S·3-way can be configured to operate in several different size sound systems, the crossover controls may be adjusted for the frequency division between low, and high, or low and low-mid, or high mid to high depending on the mode. On some crossovers, it is very difficult to get a quick visualization as to what controls are controlling what function. The S·3-Way solves this problem by employing it's Mode Indicator LED's over the Frequency and Gain controls. These provide quick identification of the frequency band that is under control. In the diagrams below, you can see what functions are under control when the associated LED is lit. Also, over each Gain control is an LED that illuminates indicating that frequency band has entered into Limiting. More information on using the Limiter can be found on page 10. Channel One 1 LOW 2 LIM 3 L/H 4 L/M 5 L/LM 6 MID 7 LMID 8 LIM 9 M/H 10 LM/HM 11 HIGH 12 LIM Channel Two 13 LOW 14 LIM 15 L/H 16 L/M 17 MID 18 HMID 19 LIM 20 M/H 21 HM/H 22 HIGH 23 LIM Low Frequency Gain Low Band Limiter Crossover Low to High Crossover Low to Mid Crossover Low to Low-Mid Mid Frequency Gain Low-Mid Gain Mid/Low-Mid Band Limiter Crossover Mid to High Crossover Low-Mid to High-Mid High Frequency Gain High Band Limiter Low Frequency Gain Low Band Limiter Crossover Low to High Crossover Low to Mid Mid Frequency Gain High-Mid Gain Mid/High-Mid Band Limiter Crossover Mid to High Crossover High-Mid to High High Frequency Gain High Band Limiter 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 CHANNEL 1 LOW LIM L/H L/M L/LM MID LMID LIM M/H LM/HM HIGH LIM DELAY 1 GAIN 0 950 50 500 95 75 1.5K 150 GAIN 260 2.6K 500 5K 0 950