SONAMP® ASAP3D SE
STEREO POWER AMPLIFIER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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SONAMP® ASAP3D SE STEREO POWER AMPLIFIER
IR Control
Introduction
The ASAP3D SE has IR Input connections that allow its
automatic input switching, volume, muting and BBE to be
controlled by an IR keypad controller. IR Output connections
allow the connection of Sonance OptiLinQ® IR emitters so that
3rd-party control signals can be passed-through to their
intended components, and an IR Bus connection allows IR
signals from multiple ASAP3D SEs to be passed-through to a
single set of IR emitters.
Thank you for purchasing the Sonance ASAP3D SE amplifier.
When properly installed, this amplifier will give you many
years of entertainment pleasure. To get the most out of your
new amplifier, please read this manual thoroughly before you
begin installation.
To achieve the best performance, Sonance recommends that
this amplifier be installed by
Dealer/Installer.
a
Sonance Authorized
BBE® Sound Enhancement
Design and Features
The ASAP3D SE incorporates BBE® Sound Enhancement. The
BBE process improves the presence and detail of speakers,
especially at lower listening volumes, so distributed audio
systems playing background music sound better at quiet
volume levels. BBE also restores clarity and definition
(or focus) to spoken voices, making paging systems easier to
understand without having to run them at high volumes.
The ASAP3D SE has controls that let you set the BBE
enhancement to HI, LOW or OFF.
ASAP3D SE STEREO POWER AMPLIFIER
Digital Amplification
Automatic House/Local Source Switching
The ASAP3D SE utilizes a highly-efficient ICEpower® digital
amplifier that provides 50 watts RMS per channel in stereo.
The ICEpower’s high efficiency produces high power in a 1U
high/½ rack width package, with very little heat generation.
This expands installation options, improves long-term
reliability and provides significant energy savings over
conventional amplifier designs.
The ASAP3D SE will automatically switch a pair of speakers
between two different input sources. Typically, the House
source will be a whole-home audio system that normally
plays in the area, and the Local source will be a nearby
source, such as a TV set. The ASAP3D SE can be set up so
that any one of several different triggers will cause it to auto-
matically switch from the House source to the Local source.
A typical application would be to use the ASAP3D SE to
power and automatically switch a pair of speakers in a
bedroom from playing background music sent by a whole-
home audio system to playing the sound of the bedroom TV
whenever the TV is switched ON. With the amplifier’s Mono
Variable Output feeding a local-zone powered subwoofer,
this installation would provide much better sound quality
than the TV could supply on its own.
Box Contents
Your ASAP3D SE amplifier box should contain the following:
(1) ASAP3D SE Power amplifier
(1) Joining Plate
(4) Rack-mount screws and (4) nylon washers
(1) IEC Power cord (120V version only)
(1) AC Trigger Outlet cable (120V version only)
(4) Stick-on rubber feet
Flexible Triggering
Switching from the House to the Local source can be
triggered in four different ways:
Unpacking
• By the presence of an audio signal at the LOCAL LINE inputs
or LOCAL SPEAKER inputs;
Save the shipping carton and polystyrene inserts so you can
safely transport your amplifier in the future. Before you install
the amplifier, locate the serial number on its rear panel and
note it here for future reference:
• When a TV set that is connected to the ASAP3D SE’s AC
Outlet is turned ON;
• By an external control voltage connected to the VOLTAGE
TRIGGER input;
S/N:
• By an IR controller connected to the IR Input.
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SONAMP® ASAP3D SE STEREO POWER AMPLIFIER
IMPORTANT: THE ASAP3D SE REQUIRES TWO INCHES OF
CLEARANCE ON THE TOP AND ALL SIDES.
Placement/Installation
The Sonamp ASAP3D SE is designed to operate automatically
and is housed in a compact chassis that can be conveniently
mounted out of sight. The amplifier can be placed
horizontally on the supplied rubber feet, or it can be hung on
a wall — hidden behind a wall-mounted flat-panel TV — using
the keyhole-shaped hole on its bottom panel.
• Never place any object on or against the amplifier
• Never operate the amplifier on a carpeted surface, as this
will compromise ventilation.
Rack-Mounting
Two ASAP3D SE amplifiers can be rack-mounted side-by-side
using the included joining plate.
The ASAP3D SE includes a joining plate that allows it to be
rack-mounted in a single 1U space side-by-side with another
ASAP3D SE. An optional Rack-Mount Filler Panel is available
(Sonance part #92729) that allows a single ASAP3D SE to be
mounted in a 1U rack space.
• If they’ve already been installed, remove the amplifier’s
stick-on feet before using the included rack-mount
accessories.
• Use nylon washers on rack-mount screws to isolate the
amplifiers from the rack rails (see Figure 1). This will help
prevent ground loops and hum problems.
Stand-Alone Placement
IMPORTANT: TO AVOID DAMAGE, THE AMPLIFIER MUST
ALWAYS REST ON ITS FOUR FEET TO ALLOW SUFFICIENT
CLEARANCE FOR PROPER VENTILATION.
• Very sensitive low-level components might pick up some
hum radiated from the ASAP3D SE’s power supply. If this
occurs, move the amplifier to another rack position, away
from the other components.
Apply the four supplied stick-on feet to the amplifier’s bottom
panel and place the ASAP3D SE on a level surface, in an
upright position, out of direct sunlight and away from
windows through which rain may enter.
To rack-mount the ASAP3D SE (see Figure 1):
1. Place the amplifier with its front panel touching the
other amplifier or rack-mount filler panel.
Situate the amplifier away from heat sources such as hot air
ducts or radiators. Be sure that the amplifier is adequately
ventilated by convection cooling or suitable cabinet fans.
2. Slip the Joining Plate behind the rack holes and attach
it using 4 rack screws.
3. Attach the assembled unit to the rack using 4 more
rack screws. Use nylon washers on the rack screws in
front of and behind the face plates to isolate them from
the rack rails, to help prevent ground loops and hum.
When using the ASAP3D SE with a TV set, it may be
convenient to hide the amplifier inside of the TV cabinet or
bookshelf (but not on the TV itself).
Nylon
Washers
To Rack Rail
Joining
Plate
ASAP3D SE
ASAP3D SE
Nylon
Washers
To Rack
Rail
Rack-Mount Nylon
Screws
Washers
Rack-Mount
Screws
To Rack
Rail
Rack-Mount
Screws
Nylon
Washers
FIGURE 1: RACK-MOUNTING THE ASAP3D SE
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SONAMP® ASAP3D SE STEREO POWER AMPLIFIER
FRONT PANEL
Status
LEDs
Standby and
Switching Delay and
Trigger Level Sense
Adjustments
Input
Level Controls
AC Trigger
Pinhole Switches
Mono
Fixed/Variable Trigger and BBE
Output Mode Switches
AC
IR Pass-Thru
Outputs
AC Fuse
Holder
Trigger
Power Cord
Connection
Outlet
REAR PANEL
Local Source
Voltage
IR Input
Connections
Speaker Output
Connections
Line-Level
Trigger
Inputs
Connections
Local Source
IR Bus
Connections
House
Speaker-Level
Speaker Input
Inputs
Connections
FIGURE 2: ASAP3D SE FRONT AND REAR PANELS
NOTE: IF YOU NEED TO USE AN EXTENSION CORD, USE ONLY
A
Powering the Amplifier
Power Cord Connection
HEAVY-DUTY (16-GAUGE OR LARGER) EXTENSION CORD TO AVOID
STARVING THE AMPLIFIER OF ALL THE CURRENT NECESSARY FOR
FULL-POWER OPERATION.
The ASAP3D SE features an IEC power
connector (see Figure 3). Plug the
female end of the power cord into the
Power Cord Connector on the amplifi-
er’s rear panel and plug the male end
into a grounded wall socket. Do NOT
plug the amplifier’s power cord into a
convenience outlet on any other audio
or video component. (Note: A power
cord is included only with the 120V
version of the amplifier.)
A.C. Fuse Holder
120V versions of the Sonamp ASAP3D
SE are shipped with a 2 amp AC fuse
installed. 230V versions have a 1.25
amp AC fuse installed. The fuse protects
the amplifier circuitry; THE AC TRIGGER
OUTLET IS NOT PROTECTED BY THE FUSE.
To replace the fuse, unplug the power
cord from the Power Cord Connector
and use a screwdriver to remove the
fuse holder (see Figure 4).
FIGURE 4:
A.C. FUSE
HOLDER
FIGURE 3:
POWER CORD
CONNECTION
IM P O RTA N T: DO N O T P L U G T H E
POWER CORD INTO THE WALL OUTLET
CAUTION: FO R C O N T I N U E D P R O T E C T I O N A G A I N S T
FIRE, REPLACE THE FUSE WITH ONLY THE SAME TYPE AND
RATING.
UNTIL ALL SYSTEM CONNECTIONS HAVE BEEN MADE AND
VERIFIED.
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Audio Input Connections
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS UNPLUG THE AMPLIFIER’S POWER
CORD FROM THE WALL OUTLET BEFORE MAKING AUDIO,
CONTROL OR SPEAKER CONNECTIONS.
Wiring the Removable Quick Connectors
1. Mark each wire’s positive (“+”) and negative (“–”)
leads and its channel (left or right).
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2. Strip no more than /8” of insulation from each wire.
HOUSE SPEAKER IN Connector
Twist the strands to ensure that there are no stray
strands. (Stray strands that touch other or touch the
amplifier chassis can cause a short-circuit that can
damage the amplifier.)
The component connected to the HOUSE
SPEAKER IN connector (see Figure 5) is
the amplifier’s default input signal that
is passed (unamplified) to the speakers
when no control trigger stimulus is
applied. Typically, this is the room’s
speaker output from a whole-house
3. Insert
a
small
Insert Small
Screwdriver
into Slots to
Flip Levers
Open
screwdriver into
the slot on each
lever to open
the connector
terminals (see
Figure 8).
FIGURE 5:
HOUSE SPEAKER IN
CONNECTOR
audio system.
The HOUSE SPEAKER IN connector uses a
removable 4-wire quick connector that
accepts bare wire up to 14AWG. To
4. Insert
exposed
the
por-
wire the connector see the sidebar in the next column.
+
–
tions of the
wires into the
terminal open-
ings. Make sure
to insert the ‘+’
and ’–’ leads
into the correct
–
+
LOCAL LINE IN Jacks
If the local source component has a set
of Line Output jacks, use a stereo RCA
cable to connect them to the ASAP3D
SE’s LOCAL LINE IN jacks (see Figure 6).
L Speaker
R Speaker
FIGURE 8:
The signal at the Local Line In jacks will
MAKING CONNECTIONS TO THE
REMOVABLE QUICK CONNECTORS
be amplified and sent to the ASAP3D
SE’s SPEAKER OUTPUT connector whenev-
er the amplifier’s automatic switching
is triggered (see Control Inputs/
Outputs, on page 7).
FIGURE 6:
LOCAL LINE IN
JACKS
openings
as
indicated in the
chassis markings below the connector.
5. After making sure that there are no stray wire strands
touching each other, flip the levers down to lock the wires
in the terminals.
LOCAL SPEAKER IN Connector
6. Press the removable connector into the rear-panel
connector until it locks into place.
If the local source component does not
have a set of Line Output jacks, use
speaker wire to connect its Speaker
Outputs to the ASAP3D SE’s LOCAL
SPEAKER IN connector (see Figure 7).
• The removable connectors will only fit one way on
the amplifier.
The signal at the LOCAL SPEAKER IN con-
nector will be amplified and sent to the
ASAP3D SE’s SPEAKER OUTPUT connector
whenever the amplifier’s automatic
switching is triggered (see Control
Inputs/Outputs, on page 7).
Audio Output Connections
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS UNPLUG THE AMPLIFIER’S POWER
CORD FROM THE WALL OUTLET BEFORE MAKING AUDIO,
FIGURE 7:
LOCAL SPEAKER IN
CONNECTOR
C O N T R O L
O R
S P E A K E R C O N N E C -
TIONS.
The LOCAL SPEAKER IN connector uses a removable 4-wire
quick connector that accepts bare wire up to 14AWG. To wire
the connector see the sidebar in the next column.
SPEAKER OUTPUT Connector
Connect the speakers in the local area
to the ASAP3D SE’s Speaker Output
connector (see Figure 9). These speak-
ers will play whichever input source
the ASAP3D SE has switched ON (see
Control Inputs/Outputs, on page 7).
NOTE: THE LOCAL SPEAKER IN CIRCUIT IS COMPLETELY ISOLATED
FROM GROUND AND IS COMPATIBLE WITH FLOATING GROUND OR
BRIDGED AMPLIFIER OUTPUT SIGNALS.
FIGURE 9:
SPEAKER OUTPUT
CONNECTOR
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The SPEAKER OUTPUT connector uses a removable 4-wire quick
connector that accepts bare wire up to 14AWG. To wire the
quick connector see the sidebar on page 6.
IR: The ASAP3D SE will switch to the Local source when it
receives an amplifier ON command from a connected IR con-
trol device.
NOTE: THE IR TRIGGER CAN BE SELECTED ALONG WITH THE
AUDIO, VOLTAGE OR AC TRIGGER, TO ALLOW IR CONTROL OF
VOLUME, MUTE AND BBE ON/OFF IN THESE CONTROL MODES.
IR ZONE ON AND ZONE OFF COMMANDS ARE IGNORED.
Mono Fixed/Variable Output
The MONO VAR OUTPUT jack (see Figure
10) supplies a sum of the left & right
channel signals from the LOCAL LINE IN
Voltage Trigger Connections
or LOCAL SPEAKER IN connections.
When the ASAP3D SE’s VOLT trigger
mode switch is set to the ON position,
the source can be switched from House
to Local by an external trigger voltage
appearing at the VOLTAGE TRIGGER IN
connections (see Figure 12). The trig-
FIGURE 10:
MONO VAR OUT
The signal from the MONO VAR OUTPUT
jack is ideal for driving a powered
subwoofer, enabling the local system to
deliver improved bass performance that will greatly enhance
the listening experience when playing film soundtracks or
musical performance videos.
JACK
ger voltage must be between 5V and
24V, either AC or DC, usually supplied
by the Status output from an IR control
system.
FIGURE 12:
VOLTAGE TRIGGER
CONNECTIONS
Volume changes made with the front-panel INPUT SENSITIVITY
adjustments or via IR commands will also effect the level of
the MONO VAR OUTPUT, so the subwoofer will track volume
adjustments made to the local main speakers.
NOTE: YOU CAN CHANGE THE MONO VAR OUT TO
LEVEL OUTPUT BY SWITCHING AN INTERNAL JUMPER. FOR DETAILS
SEE APPENDIX 1, ON PAGE 13.
The VOLTAGE TRIGGER OUT connection (see Figure 12) supplies
a 12V DC trigger signal whenever the Local source is ON.
This trigger can be used to control other devices, such as
Sonance AL2/AS2 automatic secondary switches, other
Sonamps or 12V DC relays.
A
FIXED-
Control Inputs/Outputs
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS UNPLUG THE AMPLIFIER’S POWER
CORD FROM THE WALL OUTLET BEFORE MAKING CONTROL
CONNECTIONS.
The VOLTAGE TRIGGER connections feature a removable 4-wire
quick connector similar to the ones used for the speaker
connections. To wire the connector see the sidebar on page 6.
IR Input
The ASAP3D SE has a set of rear-panel
DIP switches (see Figure 11) that lets
you select the different methods for
triggering the switch from the House
source to the Local source.
The IR INPUT connection (see Figure 13)
allows the ASAP3D SE’s Local/House
source switching to be triggered by an
IR signal from a keypad controller or
other IR control device.
AUDIO: The presence of a 10mV or
FIGURE 11:
higher audio signal at the LOCAL LINE IN
TRIGGER MODE
FIGURE 13:
IR INPUT
CONNECTIONS
The IR INPUT connections feature a
removable 16AWG 4-wire quick
connector similar to the ones used for
or LOCAL SPEAKER IN inputs will switch
DIP SWITCHES
the ASAP3D SE to the Local source.
VOLT: The presence of a 5 ~ 24V AC or DC external control
voltage at the VOLTAGE TRIGGER input will switch the ASAP3D
SE to the Local source. See Voltage Trigger Connections, next
column.
the speaker connections. To wire the
connector see the sidebar on page 6.
The connections are as follows:
+ = +12V DC
GND = Ground
D = Data
AC: The ASAP3D SE will switch to the Local source when a TV
set that is connected to the ASAP3D SE’s AC Trigger Outlet is
turned ON. See AC Trigger Outlet, on page 8.
S = Status
IR control codes for the ASAP3D SE can be downloaded from
IMPORTANT: YOU CAN ONLY USE ONE OF THE ABOVE
TRIGGERING METHODS AT
A
TIME. IF MORE THAN ONE
PRO-
METHOD IS SELECTED THE ASAP3D SE WILL ENTER
A
TECT CONDITION AND WILL NOT SWITCH TO THE LOCAL
SOURCE (SEE STATUS LEDS, ON PAGE 9). IF NO TRIGGER IS
SELECTED THE AMPLIFIER WILL PASS THE HOUSE SOURCE TO
THE SPEAKERS BUT WILL NOT SWITCH TO THE LOCAL SOURCE.
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volume of the Local source against the volume of the House
source (the volume of which is determined by the source com-
ponent feeding the HOUSE SPEAKER IN connections). Use a
small screwdriver or similar tool to adjust the potentiometers.
IR Pass-Thru Outputs
The IR PASS-THRU OUTPUT connectors
(see Figure 14) pass IR signals
received at the IR INPUT connector (see
above) and IR Bus input. They are
IN THE IR TRIGGER MODE: The L [left] Level Control potentiometer
sets the maximum volume level that both amplifier channels
will achieve when responding to IR volume commands.
Volume commands above that level will be ignored.
FIGURE 14:
IR PASS-THRU
OUTPUT
designed for connection of IR emitters
like the Sonance E1, E2, VE1 and VE2.
The connectors accept 3.5mm mono
male plugs. A red LED located between
the connectors flashes to indicate IR activity.
CONNECTORS
NOTE: AMPLIFIER VOLUME, MUTING AND BBE ON/OFF CAN BE
CONTROLLED VIA IR REGARDLESS OF WHICH TRIGGER MODE IS
SELECTED.
IR Bus Connection
The IR Bus connection (see Figure 15)
links IR PASS THRU OUTPUT signals
SENSE [Audio Trigger Sensitivity] Adjustment
The amount of Local source audio input
voltage required to switch the ASAP3D
SE from the House source to the Local
source can be adjusted with the front-
panel SENSE potentiometer (see Figure
18). Turning the control clockwise
between
multiple
ASAP3D
SE
amplifiers, so that a single set of IR
emitters can respond to commands
from multiple IR controllers. This is
useful if a single set of source compo-
nents is being shared by different
amplifiers for different zones.
FIGURE 15:
IR BUS
CONNECTIONS
FIGURE 18:
decreases the trigger sensitivity
AUDIO TRIGGER
(requires more signal to trigger the
SENSITIVITY
input change).
AC Trigger Outlet
ADJUSTMENT
• The minimum signal required for
triggering is 5mV; the maximum is 4.5V. The factory
setting is 5mV.
The ASAP3D SE will sense when a TV
connected to the AC TRIGGER OUTLET
(see Figure 16) is turned ON and will
switch to the Local source as long as
the AC TRIGGER OUTLET is supplying
current to the TV. When the current
draw ceases the amplifier will switch
back to the House source.
Audio Switching Delay Adjustment
When the AUDIO trigger mode is active,
the amount of time it takes for the
ASAP3D SE to revert back to the House
source after the LOCAL input audio sig-
nal has ceased can be adjusted with
FIGURE 16:
AC TRIGGER
OUTLET
The 120V version of the ASAP3D SE
includes an IEC power cable with one
end designed to connect to a TV’s power cable. The other
end has a male IEC power connector that is designed to con-
nect to the amplifier’s AC TRIGGER OUTLET.
the front-panel DELAY potentiometer
(see Figure 19). Turning the control
clockwise increases the delay time.
FIGURE 19:
SWITCHING DELAY
ADJUSTMENT
• The minimum delay time is
3
seconds; the maximum is 2 minutes. The factory setting is
3 seconds.
NOTE: IN THE VOLTAGE AND AC TRIGGER MODES, REVERSION
BACK TO THE HOUSE SOURCE IS INSTANTANEOUS AFTER THE
TRIGGERING EVENT CEASES.
To maximize the ASAP3D SE’s compatibility with a variety of
TVs, the trigger sensitivity of the AC TRIGGER OUTLET is user-
adjustable. See AC Trigger Button, next column.
NOTE: THE AC TRIGGER OUTLET IS NOT FUSED. THE REAR-PANEL
AC FUSE PROTECTS THE ASAP3D SE CIRCUITRY ONLY.
STBY [Standby] Pinhole Switch
Front Panel Indicators and Controls
Level Control Adjustment
IN ALL TRIGGER MODES EXCEPT FOR IR: The
front-panel Level Control [L, R] poten-
tiometers (see Figure 17) control the
Pushing the STBY pinhole switch (see
Figure 20) disables the automatic input
triggering and passes the House source
through to the speaker outputs. The
HOUSE LED (see Status LEDs, on page 9)
will flash once every 5 seconds to indi-
volume of the source connected to the
LOCAL LINE IN or LOCAL SPEAKER IN jacks.
These can be used to balance the
FIGURE 20:
cate the standby condition.
FIGURE 17:
LEVEL CONTROL
ADJUSTMENTS
STBY [STANDBY]
Pushing the STBY button again will
restore normal operation.
BUTTON
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BBE® Sound Enhancement
AC TRIG [AC Trigger] Pinhole Switch
The AC TRIG pinhole switch (see Figure
21) lets the ASAP3D SE determine the
precise voltage appearing at its AC
TRIGGER OUTLET that will trigger the
amplifier to switch from the House to
the Local source:
The Sonamp ASAP3D SE incorporates
BBE® Sound Enhancement. The BBE
process improves music’s presence and
detail, especially at lower listening vol-
umes. This improves the sound of your
audio system, particularly distributed
audio systems playing background
music. BBE also restores clarity and
definition (or focus) to spoken voices,
which makes paging systems easier to
understand without having to run them
at high volumes.
FIGURE 21:
1. Place the TV that is connected to the
AC TRIGGER
AC TRIGGER OUTLET in the Standby or
OFF mode.
[AC TRIG] BUTTON
FIGURE 23:
BBE MODE DIP
SWITCHES
2. Push the AC TRIG button.
• The HOUSE AND BBE LEDs on the ASAP3D SE’s front panel
will flash and the amplifier’s microprocessor records the
(minimum) voltage level at the AC TRIGGER OUTLET.
The ASAP3D SE has 2 individual switches to set the BBE
enhancement (see Figure 23):
3. Turn the TV’s power ON.
• If the BBE ON/OFF switch is set to OFF, BBE enhancement
is not applied.
4. Push the AC TRIG button again.
• The ASAP3D SE’s microprocessor records the (maximum)
voltage level at the AC Trigger Outlet,
• If the BBE ON/OFF switch is set to ON, BBE enhancement
is
applied
according
to
the
setting
of
the
5. The ASAP3D SE calculates an AC trigger voltage that is
between the maximum and the minimum voltage levels that
will appear at the AC TRIGGER OUTLET. (This allows the
amplifier to switch sources when the TV turns ON.)
LO/HI switch: LO = +3dB of BBE enhancement; HI = +6dB
of BBE enhancement.
Specifications
Number of Channels:
• When this process is completed the HOUSE AND BBE LEDs
will stop flashing.
2 (one stereo pair)
Output Power (Stereo): 25 watts RMS per channel, 0.25% THD,
20Hz – 20kHz, @ 8 ohms
NOTE: THE ASAP3D SE WILL STAY IN THE HOUSE SOURCE
MODE FOR APPROXIMATELY 2 SECONDS AFTER THE TV SWITCHES
ON. THIS PREVENTS ANY ANNOYING TV SWITCHING NOISES
FROM BEING AMPLIFIED THROUGH THE SYSTEM’S SPEAKERS.
50 watts per channel, 0.25% THD,
1kHz, @ 4 ohms
To reset the AC Trigger Voltage to its factory level, unplug the
amplifier’s AC cord and plug it back in while holding-in the
AC TRIG pinhole switch.
Frequency Response:
20Hz – 20kHz 2dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.10% (1kHz, 8 ohms);
0.25% (1kHz, 4 ohms)
Signal to Noise Ratio:
-94dB (w/22kHz filter, A-WTD);
-88dB (with AC-sensing trigger)
Status LEDs
The ASAP3D SE front
panel has three LEDs (see
Figure 22) that provide
Input Sensitivity:
0.9V for 25W RMS output
0.7V w/BBE ON (+3dB)
0.5V w/BBE ON (+6dB)
the
amplifier’s
normal
operating status:
Input Impedance:
13k ohms
FIGURE 22:
FRONT-PANEL STATUS LEDS
HOUSE: Illuminates when
the House source is active.
Maximum Source Input: 2.3VAC RMS
Voltage
1.3VAC RMS w/BBE ON
LOCAL: Illuminates when the Local source is active.
Power Consumption:
Heat Output:
AC Fuse:
200 Watts
BBE: Illuminates when BBE Sound Enhancement is active.
187 BTU/hr
2A (T2AL ~ 250V)
The HOUSE LED also flashes to indicate various protection and
operational error conditions (see table in Appendix 3, on
page 14).
Dimensions (W x H x D): 9½” x 1¾” x 12½”
(241mm x 45mm x 318mm)
Rack Space Requirements: 1U (½-rack width)
Weight: 7.0 lbs (3.2kg)
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Installation Examples
The illustrations on these pages show the wide variety of audio and audio/video systems that can be assembled using one or
more Sonamp ASAP3D SE amplifiers. Your local Authorized Sonance Dealer is an expert in audio/video system planning and
installation. Sonance strongly recommends that you work with your dealer to ensure that your system is properly planned,
assembled and installed.
ASAP3D SE System with AC Triggering
Figure 24 shows the typical system connections when triggering the ASAP3D SE via AC. The LOCAL LINE IN and LOCAL SPEAKER
IN connections are both shown for illustrative purposes. Although they both can be used simultaneously, normally only one
would be used.
Bedroom TV
Whole-Home Audio System
SPEAKER OUTPUT
TV
Power
Cord
IEC Adapter Cable
(Supplied w/120V
version)
FROM SPEAKER OUT
FROM
From
SPEAKER
OUT
LINE OUT
OR
ASAP3D SE
0
on
180 off
Bypass
min
max
Level
50 250
Xover
Phase
Bedroom
Speaker
Bedroom
Bedroom
Subwoofer
Speaker
To LINE
I
N
FIGURE 24: TYPICAL CONNECTIONS WHEN USING AC TRIGGERING
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ASAP3D SE System with IR Triggering
Figure 25 shows the typical system connections when triggering the ASAP3D SE via IR from a keypad controller or other IR
control device. If multiple ASAP3D SEs are being used their IR BUS connections can be linked, allowing each of their IR
control devices to send signals to a single set of IR emitters on a set of source components being shared by all the systems.
Bedroom TV
Whole-Home Audio System
KEYPAD CONTROLLER
OUTPUT
SPEAKER OUTPUT
TV
Power
Cord
FROM SPEAKER OUT
WALL
OUTLET
FROM
From
VE1
SPEAKER
OUT
LINE OUT
IR Emitter
OR
ASAP3D SE
To IR INPUT
T
IR BUS
OOF SECOND
0
on
ASAP3D SE
180 off
Phase
Bypass
min
max
Level
50 250
Xover
Bedroom
Speaker
Bedroom
Bedroom
Subwoofer Speaker
IR Keypad
Controller
To LINE
I
N
FIGURE 25: TYPICAL CONNECTIONS WHEN USING IR TRIGGERING
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ASAP3D SE System with Individual Zone IR Controller
Figure 26 shows the typical system connections when using the ASAP3D SE as a sub-zone amplifier, being driven by the audio
signal from one zone of a multi-zone controller.
lti-Zone Controller
DAB1 Mu
Set
Master Bedroom
Zone Line Output
Keypad Controller
to FIXED
2/1
Adapter
Master Bedroom
Speakers
ASAP3D SE
Master Bathroom
Speakers
Master Bathroom
Ke
ypad Controller
FIGURE 26: TYPICAL CONNECTIONS WHEN USING AN INDIVIDUAL ZONE IR CONTROLLER
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Appendix 1: Changing the Mono Variable Output to a Fixed Output Level
The MONO VAR OUT is factory-set to Variable via a jumper on the amplifier PCB. To change the output to a fixed level (which
is not affected by the front-panel L and R Input Level Controls or by IR volume commands):
1. Unplug the amplifier’s power cord from the Power Cord Connection on the back of the amplifier.
2. Remove the 8 screws (4 on top and 2 on each side) that secure the amp’s chassis cover.
3. Locate the MONO OUT section on the circuit board (see Figure 27).
4. Remove the jumper from the center pin and the “V” (variable) pin and re-insert it between the center pin and the “F” (fixed)
pin (see Figure 28).
5. Replace the amplifier’s chassis cover and screws, and plug the power cord back into the Power Cord Connection.
Jumper
Jumper
Front
Panel
MONO OUT
Jumper
Variable
Fixed
FIGURE 28: CHANGING THE JUMPER FROM FIXED TO VARIABLE
FIGURE 27: MONO OUT JUMPER LOCATION
Appendix 2: IR Command List
The following ASAP3D SE functions can be controlled via IR:
• Amplifier ON (Local source active)
• Amplifier OFF (House source active)
• Mute ON
• Volume 0 (Jump to 0)
• Volume 20 (Jump to 20)
• Volume 40 (Jump to 40)
• Volume 60 (Jump to 60)
• Volume 80 (Jump to 80)
• Volume 100 (Jump to 100)
• BBE ON
• Mute OFF
• Mute Toggle ON/OFF
• Volume –1 (Down one step)
• Volume +1 (Up one step)
• Volume –3 (Down three steps)
• Volume +3 (Up three steps)
• Volume –5 (Down five steps)
• Volume +5 (Up five steps)
• BBE OFF
• BBE Toggle ON/OFF
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Appendix 3: Front-Panel LED Fault Indications
HOUSE LED Action
Cause
Condition
Remedy
Amplifier will not switch to
1 Flash every 5 seconds
Amplifier is in STANDBY mode
Press front-panel STBY button
LOCAL source
More than 1 Trigger Mode switch
Set only 1 AUDIO, VOLT or AC Trigger Mode
1 Flash every 2 seconds
Amplifier output muted
(AUDIO, VOLT, AC) is set to ON
switch to ON
Unplug the AC cord, wait 30 seconds,
Over-Temperature
2 Flashes every 2 seconds
Amplifier output muted
then plug the AC cord back in
Over-Current; Short-circuit in
Amplifier output mutes for
No action necessary if the amplifier remains
3 Flashes every 2 seconds
speaker output
5 seconds, then turns back ON
ON*
*If the amplifier goes into Over-Current or Short-Circuit protection 5 times in 1 minute it will shut-down. After correcting the over-current
condition (speaker impedance too low, volume too high, short-circuit, etc), unplug the AC cord, wait 10 seconds, then plug the AC cord back in.
Technical Assistance and Service
If you have any questions about the operation or installation of this product, please call our Technical Assistance Department
on any business day at (800) 582-0772 or (949) 492-7777; from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., PST.
If your amplifier should need repair or service, contact your Sonance Authorized Dealer for help, or use the following proce-
dure:
1. Prior to calling note the product’s model number, serial number, purchase date, and the name and address of the dealer
where you purchased the product.
2. Contact our Technical Assistance Department at the above number(s) and describe the problem the unit is experiencing. If
applicable, they will issue a Return Authorization Number.
IMPORTANT: You must have prior authorization to return your amplifier to Sonance!
3. If you’re directed to return the unit to Sonance for repair, pack the unit in its original shipping carton. If needed, you can
obtain replacement packaging from us for a small charge. It is best if you place the box into an additional outer “overcar-
ton” before shipment to minimize a chance of theft in shipment. Please include a copy of the original bill of sale inside the
package.
4. Contact a package delivery service such as United Parcel Service or Federal Express to arrange prepaid (not collect) ship-
ping. Do not use the U.S. Postal Service.
IMPORTANT: Freight collect shipments will be refused.
5. Write the Return Authorization Number on the outside of the shipping carton.
6. Ship the packaged unit to:
Quality Assurance Department
Sonance
212 Avenida Fabricante
San Clemente, CA 92672-7531
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Limited Warranty Coverage (U.S. Only)
Sonance warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this Sonance product will be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of five (5) years, provided the product was purchased from a Sonance Authorized Dealer.
Defective products must be shipped, together with proof of purchase, prepaid insured to the Authorized Sonance Dealer from
whom they were purchased, or to the Sonance factory at the address listed on this instruction manual. Freight collect shipments
will be refused. It is preferable to ship this product in the original shipping container to lessen the chance of transit damage.
In any case, the risk or loss or damage in transit is to be borne by the purchaser. If upon examination at the factory or
Authorized Sonance Dealer it is determined that the unit was defective in materials or workmanship at any time during
this warranty period, Sonance or the Authorized Sonance Dealer will, at its option, repair or replace this product at no
additional charge, except as set forth below. If this model is no longer available and cannot be repaired effectively, Sonance,
at is sole option, may replace the unit with a current model of equal or greater value. In some cases where a new model is
substituted, a modification to the mounting surface may be required. If mounting surface modification is required, Sonance
assumes no responsibility or liability for such modification. All replaced parts and product become the property of Sonance.
Products replaced or repaired under this warranty will be returned to the original retail purchaser, within a reasonable time,
freight prepaid.
This Warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused by accident, disaster, misuse, abuse, negligence,
inadequate packing or shipping procedures, commercial use, voltage inputs in excess of the rated maximum of the unit, or
service, repair or modification of the product which has not been authorized or approved by Sonance. This Warranty also
excludes normal cosmetic deterioration caused by environmental conditions. This Warranty will be void if the Serial Number
on the product has been removed, tampered-with or defaced. This Warranty is in lieu of all other expressed warranties. If the
product is defective in materials or workmanship as warranted above, the purchaser’s sole remedy shall be repair or
replacement as provided above. In no event will Sonance be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising out of
the use or inability to use the product, even if Sonance or an Authorized Sonance Dealer has been advised of the possibility
of such damages, or for any claim by any other party.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages, so the above limitation and exclusion may not
apply. All implied warranties on the product are limited to the duration of this expressed Warranty. Some states do not allow
limitation on the length of an implied warranty. If the original retail purchaser resides in such a state, this limitation does not
apply.
Exclusions and Limitations
The warranty set forth above is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, of merchantability, fitness for a particular
purpose, or otherwise. The warranty is limited to Sonance products registered herein and specifically excludes any damage to
loudspeakers and other allied or associated equipment which may result for any reason from use with this product. Sonance
shall, in no event, be liable for incidental or consequential damages arising from any breach of this warranty or otherwise.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
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“BBE” and its designs are the registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. ICEpower is a registered trademark of Bang & Olufsen ICEpower.
Due to continuous product improvement, all features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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