Dynacord Car Amplifier DPA 4140 User Manual

POWER AMPLIFIER DPA 4120 / DPA 4140  
OWNER'S MANUAL  
DPA 4140  
400 WATTS POWER AMPLIFIER  
CLIP  
T EST  
0dB  
- 13dB  
READY  
STANDBY  
PROT ECT  
GROUND  
FAULT  
Performance Features  
Power amplifier with 200 W or 400 W output power according to the IEC 283-3 standard within a  
19“ - cabinet (3 HU) providing the following functions:  
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supported are 115/230V AC mains as well as 24V DC emergency power source  
power amplifiers DPA 4120 providing 200 W or DPA 4140 providing 400 W output power, idling and short-circuit  
protection  
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output transformer for balanced, floating 100 V speaker networks of optionally 70 V, 50 V or  
4 ohms for low-impedance operation  
optional input modules:  
standard operation INPUT MODULE with level control, electronically balanced input and MONITOR output with  
optional transformer or  
REMOTE MODULE for controlling and monitoring the PROMATRIX system, electronic level controls, electronically  
balanced input and MONITOR output with optional transformer  
integrated stand-by power supply  
mains POWER ON/OFF switch  
ground lift switch  
remotely controllable mains and battery operation with initial current inrush limiter  
power-on switching noise suppression  
status-LED indicators for operation (READY), STANDBY, thermal overload (PROTECT) and  
occurrence of GROUND FAULT conditions at the power output  
fault message according to the IEC 849 standard  
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TEST button to switch between system and average operation, respectively a RESET button to restart after the  
occurrence of ground fault conditions  
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LED level meter instrument with a display range of -13 dB to 0 dB and CLIP  
integrated relays for single call and obligatory reception  
active, temperature controlled ventilation  
pilot tone and ground fault surveillance module according to the DIN/VDE 0800 standard (optional)  
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Indicators, controls and connections  
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DPA 4140  
400 WATT S PO WER AM PLIFI ER  
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LIP  
TES  
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0dB  
-13dB  
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EAD  
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STAN DBY  
PR OTE CT  
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5
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RO UN  
FAULT  
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7 6  
10  
11  
12  
13  
B
A
9
A
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T4A FOR 230V  
T8A FOR 115V  
NOUSER SERVICEABLEPARTS INSIDE. REFERSERVICING  
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
VOLTAGE  
SELECTOR  
DPA 4140  
P OWER  
115V  
230V  
INPUT  
THRU  
121629  
14  
15  
ACMAI NS I NPUT  
MADEIN GERMANY  
115V / 230V AC 50-60 Hz  
CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK  
OF FIRE  
REPLACEWITH SAME TYPEAND VALUE FUSEINDICAT ED.  
ATTENTION:REMPLACER PAR UN FUSIBLEDEMEMETYPE  
COMMEINDIQUE.  
B
A
ADDRESS  
CAUTION  
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4
6
3
2
1
7
8
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RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
OUT PUT  
VO LTAG E  
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10  
WARNING: TO REDUCETHERISK OF FIRE ORELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT EXPOSE THISAPPLIANCETO RAINOR MOISTURE.  
LEVEL  
REMOTE  
CONTROL  
AVIS:RISQUEDECHOCELECTRIQUE. NEPASOUVRIR.  
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CIRCUIT T O  
POWEROUTPUT  
DCI NPUT 24V  
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CHASSISSWITCH  
GROUNDED  
UNGROUNDED  
VO R ÖF F NEN DES G ER ÄTES NET Z ST ECKER Z IEHEN  
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3
4
5
90225  
20  
19  
11  
18  
17  
B
10  
12  
15  
B
A
9
A
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T4A FOR230V  
T8A FOR 115V  
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING  
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
INPUT  
VOLTAGE  
SELECTOR  
DPA 4140  
POWER  
115V  
230V  
121629  
14  
21  
AC MAINS INPUT  
115V /230V AC50-60Hz  
ADDRESS  
M ADEIN GERMANY  
A
B
CAUTION: FORCONTINUED PROT ECTIONAGAINST RISKOF FIRE  
REPLACEWITHSAME TYPEAND VALUEF USEINDICATED.  
ATTENTION:REMPLACERPARUN FUSIBLE DE MEME TYPE  
COMMEINDIQUE.  
B
A
CAUTION  
RISKOF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
AD DRESS  
THRU  
IN  
O UT PUT  
VO LTAGE  
WARNING: TO REDUCE  
REMOTE  
CONTROL  
THE RISKOF FIREOR ELECTRICSHOCK,  
DONOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN ORMOISTURE.  
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AVIS: RISQUEDECHOC ELECTRIQUE. NEPASOUVRIR.  
OUT  
CIRCUIT TO  
CHASSIS SWITCH  
P OWEROUTPUT  
DC INPUT 24V  
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STATUS  
GROUNDED  
UNGROUNDED  
VO R Ö FF NEN DES G ERÄTES NET Z STECKER Z IEHEN  
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90222  
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19  
18  
17  
B
1 level meter instrument  
2 CLIP indicator  
10 Mains power connector AC MAINS INPUT  
11 Mains fuse FUSE  
3 Test and Reset button TEST  
4 STANDBY indicator  
12 Mains VOLTAGE SELECTOR  
13 Input LEVEL control  
5 Fault indicator PROTECT  
14 INPUT socket  
6 Fault indicator GROUND FAULT  
7 Mode indicator READY  
8 Ventilation louvres  
15 THRU socket  
16 REMOTE CONTROL connector  
17 POWER OUTPUT  
9 Mains power switch POWER  
18 Ventilation louvres  
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19 CIRCUIT ^ TO CHASSIS SWITCH  
20 DC INPUT 24V = (battery)  
21 IDENT ADDRESS switch  
22 REMOTE CONTROL connectors  
23 STATUS indicator  
B
locking screws INPUT MODULE  
A
locking screws power supply printed board  
Contents  
Performance Features.........................................................................................................................23  
Indicators, controls and connections ....................................................................................................25  
1. Utilization .........................................................................................................................................27  
2. Installation ........................................................................................................................................27  
3. Before the first operation .....................................................................................................................27  
3.1 Mains operation ..........................................................................................................................27  
3.2 Battery operation 24V DC.............................................................................................................28  
4. INPUT...............................................................................................................................................28  
5. Outputs.............................................................................................................................................29  
5.1 POWER OUTPUT........................................................................................................................29  
5.2 POWER OUTPUT for 100V (70V or 50V) loudspeaker systems........................................................29  
5.3 SINGLE CALL and obligatory reception relays OVERRIDE BYPASS................................................29  
5.4 POWER OUTPUT for low impedance loudspeaker systems.............................................................29  
5.5 MONITOR output .........................................................................................................................30  
5.6 REMOTE CONTROL connector (only NRS 90225) ..........................................................................30  
6. Indicators ..........................................................................................................................................30  
6.1 STANDBY indicator......................................................................................................................30  
6.2 READY indicator..........................................................................................................................30  
6.3 PROTECT indicator......................................................................................................................30  
6.4 GROUND FAULT indicator............................................................................................................30  
6.5 Aussteuerungskontrolle und CLIP-Anzeige.....................................................................................31  
7. Switching the output voltage................................................................................................................31  
8. Enhanced application field...................................................................................................................32  
8.1 General input module NRS 90225..................................................................................................32  
8.2 Remote module NRS 90222..........................................................................................................32  
8.3 NRS 90208 input transformer for the floating, balanced input ............................................................33  
8.4 NRS 90227 output transformer for the floating, balanced monitor output ............................................33  
8.5 NRS 90224 pilot tone and ground fault surveillance..........................................................................35  
8.5.1 Pilot tone surveillance..........................................................................................................35  
8.5.2 Ground fault surveillance......................................................................................................35  
9. 19"-case and 19“-rack shelf system installation.....................................................................................38  
10. Ground lift switch CIRCUIT ^TO CHASSIS SWITCH..............................................................................38  
11. Fuses................................................................................................................................................38  
11.1 Fuses in the DPA.......................................................................................................................38  
11.2 Fuses in the DPA.......................................................................................................................38  
12. Power amplifier specifications..............................................................................................................42  
12.1 DPA 4120 power amplifier 200 W.................................................................................................42  
12.2 DPA 4140 power amplifier 400 W.................................................................................................43  
13. Extension specifications .....................................................................................................................44  
13.1 NRS 90225 general input module.................................................................................................44  
13.2 NRS 90222 remote module .........................................................................................................44  
13.3 NRS 90208 input transformer for floating, balanced input................................................................44  
13.4 NRS 90227 output transformer for floating, balanced monitor output ................................................44  
13.5 NRS 90224 pilot tone and ground fault surveillance........................................................................44  
14. Block diagrams ..................................................................................................................................67  
14.1 Power amplifiers DPA 4120 / DPA 4140........................................................................................67  
14.2 NRS 90225 general input module.................................................................................................68  
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14.3 NRS 90222 remote module .........................................................................................................69  
14.4 NRS 90224 pilot tone and ground fault surveillance........................................................................70  
15. Warranty ...........................................................................................................................................72  
1.  
Utilization  
The amplifiers DPA 4120 and DPA 4140 are specially designed for the power-consistent and reliable operation of PA-  
systems. The DPA 4120 and DPA 4140 are intended to be used in company intercom, alarm and background music  
transmission installations, offices and commercial areas, congregation and sport centers, schools, churches, hotels,  
hospitals, shopping malls and super markets, cruise ships, and other similar applications.  
2.  
Installation  
When installing the amplifiers, it is important to assure that for ventilation reasons the front-to-rear air circulation is  
guaranteed (for details on 19"-case or 19“-rack shelf installation please refer to paragraph 9).  
To maintain EMC it is necessary that all input, output, and control lines – except for the power cords – are shielded.  
Within metal housings or closed rack shelf systems, unshielded output and control cabling is allowable. Shielding is  
accomplished by connecting the individual cable screens to the enclosure or rack shelf ground potential.  
The amplifier has to be protected from:  
- water drops or splashes  
- direct sunlight  
- high ambient temperatures and the direct radiation of heat sources  
- high humidity and moisture  
- heavy dust  
- massive vibrations  
Moving the amplifier from a cold into a warm environment can result in the occurrence of condensation on inner parts.  
Operating the appliance is only permissible after it has accommodated to the altered temperature (approximately after  
one hour).  
Should it happen that foreign solid parts or liquids inadvertently intrude the enclosure, unplug the device from the  
power source and have it checked by a DYNACORD service center, before using it again.  
Cleaning the appliance should not be performed using chemical solvents or sprays, as this might damage the finish  
and moreover could cause hazard fire.  
3.  
Before the first operation  
These power amplifiers are designed to be operated with different input modules. The general input module NRS  
90225 is meant for all conventional applications. It allows to remotely start the amplifiers via control lines, monitor their  
operation by use of the incorporated fault relay, and monitor the transmitted audio signals through the monitor output.  
Using the remote control module NRS 90222, the amplifiers are connected to the PROMATRIX manager DPM 4000  
via RS-485 remote interface providing complete remote operation and surveillance. The desired input module has to be  
inserted into the module shaft on the rear of the power amplifier. It has to be tightened using the two locking screws  
(B) (refer also to the paragraphs 8.1 and 8.2).  
3.1 Mains operation  
For normal AC mains operation, the included mains cord has to be connected to a 230V or 115V 50/60Hz wall outlet.  
On the appliance itself, the cord has to be connected to the 3-pole mains socket (10).  
Caution  
The appliance is factory preset to 230V AC. Switching to 115V AC is accomplished using the voltage  
selector (12).  
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DPA 4120: For 115V AC operation, the mains fuse (11) has to be replaced by a slow blowing  
4 ampere type, labeled "T4A" (see also paragraph 11.1).  
DPA 4140: For 115V AC operation, the mains fuse (11) has to be replaced by a slow blowing  
8 ampere type, labeled "T8A" (see also paragraph 11.2).  
If the appliance is correctly connected and mains is present the green STANDBY indicator (4) will light. To remotely  
start the amplifier when it is being operated on the mains, it is necessary to interconnect the contacts 3 - POWER  
REMOTE and 2 - GROUND STANDBY on the pin terminal strip REMOTE CONTROL (16) (see also paragraph 5.6).  
The main power switch POWER (9) on the rear of the appliance is meant for service and maintenance purposes. This  
allows bridging the mains switching relay, which provides the possibility to operate the amplifier without remote start.  
Note  
The main power switch POWER (9) on the appliance's rear is only meant for maintenance. Remotely  
switching off the device is not possible when the POWER switch is engaged.  
Both amplifiers, the DPA 4120 and the DPA 4140, employ power-on switching delays of approximately 3 sec. After  
this time, the green READY indicator lights and the READY fault message relay picks up when no error is being  
detected (see also paragraph 6.2).  
3.2 Battery operation 24V DC  
The amplifiers, DPA 4120 and DPA 4140, use the mains or alternatively an external 24V battery as power source.  
Switching to battery is performed via integrated relays.  
The battery has to be connected on the rear of the amplifiers (20) using insulated 6.3x0.8 mm AMP flat plug  
connectors. The amplifiers are protected against polarity-mismatch. Each, the positive and negative conductors are  
internally protected by fuses, located on the printed board assembly 85270 (DPA 4120) respectively 85268 (DPA  
4140) (see also paragraph 11, figure 10 and 11).  
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The cable used for battery connection has to be at least 1.5 mm in diameter (DPA 4120) respectively 2.5 mm (DPA  
4140). Using these diameters, the cable length for the one way distance should not exceed 4.0 m (max. voltage drop  
<1V).  
Caution  
The DPA 4120 and DPA 4140 are to be operated only using ungrounded batteries or batteries with  
grounded negative pole. Operation with grounded positive pole is not permissible.  
4.  
INPUT  
The electronically balanced INPUT (14) providing a sensitivity of 775mV = 0dBu is meant for the connection of control  
amplifiers. In case it is intended to supply several power amplifiers with identical input signals, these signals can be  
taken from the THRU connector (15) (see also figure 1 and 2).  
The input is prepared to be retrofitted with a input transformer. In case a floating input is needed, it is necessary to  
install the optional extension NRS 90208 (see also paragraph 8.3).  
On the general input module NRS 90225 the input level is set with the level control (13). For the remote control  
module NRS 90222 the input level is determined by the setting of the internal electronic level control of the  
PROMATRIX manager DPM 4000 (please also refer to the PROMATRIX handbook).  
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figure 1 connections of the input sockets  
figure 2 LF cable for coupling two amplifiers DPA 41xx  
5.  
Outputs  
5.1 POWER OUTPUT  
The power output is balanced and off-ground potential. The output is factory-configured for the connection of 100V  
loudspeaker systems. Connection has to be performed by inserting the supplied 5-pole plug into the power output  
socket (17). Switching the output voltage to 70V, 50V or to low impedance operation (4 ohms) is possible using the  
plug-in bridge B411 on the printed board assembly 84187 (DPA 4120) respectively 84175 (DPA 4140) (see also  
paragraph 7).  
figure 3 connection of the power output  
5.2 POWER OUTPUT for 100V (70V or 50V) loudspeaker systems  
If the distance between the amplifier and the loudspeakers exceeds 50 m, it is recommended to operate the speaker  
systems using 100V matching transformers, to reduce line attenuation. This additionally offers a simple way of  
distributing the output power capacity. In this way it is possible to connect a maximum of as many loudspeaker  
systems as it takes until the total power consumption of the entire speaker network equals the power output capacity  
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of 200W (connection impedance 50 ohms) with the DPA 4120, respectively 400W (connection impedance 25 ohms)  
with the DPA 4140. Connection is performed using the 100V output (17) (see also figure 3). In a few special cases it  
is also possible to operate the loudspeaker systems with 70V or 50V output voltage (see also paragraph 7).  
Caution  
It is possible that during operation shock-hazard output voltages can be present at the POWER  
OUTPUT connector (>34V peak value). Thus, the connected loudspeaker groups have to be installed in  
accordance to applicable security standards and regulations (see also paragraph 8.5.2).  
5.3 SINGLE CALL and obligatory reception relays OVERRIDE BYPASS  
Combined with the PROMATRIX manager DPM 4000 or other external controls it is also possible to transmit single or  
collective calls with obligatory reception; i. e. bridging of possibly existing volume controls of the loudspeaker  
systems. For details on how to connect the outputs, please refer to figure 3; for the connection of relays, please refer  
to paragraph 5.6 respectively the PROMATRIX handbook.  
5.4 POWER OUTPUT for low impedance loudspeaker systems  
Switching the output to 4 ohms allows the connection of low impedance loudspeaker systems (4-16 ohms) (see also  
paragraph 7 and figure 3). Because of the occurring line attenuation, the distance between amplifier and loudspeaker  
system should not exceed 50m. Please make sure that the overall loudspeaker impedance does not decline a value  
of 4 ohms and that the stated power handling capacity of a single speaker system is not exceeded.  
5.5 MONITOR output  
The MONITOR output (16) on the NRS 90225 allows the connection of an additional power amplifier for monitoring  
purposes. The low impedance output is electronically balanced, which offers the possibility to achieve cable lengths of  
up to 200 m. Connection is performed via the REMOTE CONTROL pin-connector strip (see also figure 4). For the  
remote control module NRS 90222, the MONITOR output is located on the REMOTE CONTROL connector (22). The  
PROMATRIX manager DPM 4000 switches the signal to the according the monitor channel. In case a floating output  
is required, the monitor output is prepared for retrofitting an output transformer; provided through the optional extension  
NRS 90227 (please also refer to paragraph 8.4).  
Note: Functioning changes in the models DPA 4120 (starting with serial numbers: 100 11) and DPA 4140 (starting  
with serial numbers: 100 11) in association with the input module NRS 90225: To achieve reliable attenuation  
of switching noise (knacks), the monitor output stays muted as long as the READY-relay is not pulled.  
Because of circuit design reasons this causes that the monitor output is also muted even when a ground-fault  
appears at the main output.  
5.6 REMOTE CONTROL connector (only NRS 90225)  
The 15-pole sub-D REMOTE CONTROL pin-connector strip (16) provides several different control in-/outputs:  
- Ground of the stand-by power supply  
- POWER REMOTE  
- BATTERY REMOTE  
- negative pole grounded  
- via contact to ground potential  
- via contact to ground potential  
- electronically balanced  
- MONITOR output  
- READY-message  
- with floating contact  
- Obligatory reception relay D-RELAY  
- Single call E-RELAY  
- via contact to ground potential  
- via contact to ground potential  
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3
4
^ STANDBY GROUND  
POWER REMOTE  
BATTERY REMOTE  
D - RELAY  
5
REMOTE CONTROL  
6
E - RELAY  
7
8
READY  
15  
9
10  
+ MONITOR  
- MONITOR  
figure 4 connections on the REMOTE CONTROL pin-connector strip  
6.  
Indicators  
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6.1 STANDBY indicator  
When the appliance is correctly connected and mains and/or battery power is present, the green STANDBY indicator  
(4) will light.  
6.2 READY indicator  
Both amplifiers, the DPA 4120 and the DPA 4140, employ power-on switching delays of approximately 3 sec. to  
effectively eliminate power-on switching noise. After this time, the green READY indicator (7) lights and the READY  
fault message relay picks up when no error is being detected. When the power amplifier's mains transformer exceeds  
a certain value or, when – with installed NRS 90224 extension – the pilot tone falls below the threshold (see also  
paragraph 8.5.1), the green READY indicator (7) is not lit and the READY fault message relay drops.  
6.3 PROTECT indicator  
When thermal overload of the mains transformer or the power amplification stage is encountered, the red PROTECT  
indicator (5) will light and the READY fault message relay drops. After the amplifier regained normal temperature, the  
red PROTECT indicator (5) is automatically dimmed and the appliance returns to normal operation. High temperature  
can be caused by overload, extreme ambient temperatures or faulty functioning of the system's ventilation.  
6.4 GROUND FAULT indicator  
If, with the NRS 90224 extension installed, a ground fault is being detected at the power output, the red GROUND  
FAULT indicator (6) will light and the READY fault message relay will drop. During the occurrence of this error normal  
operation is maintained. After eliminating the cause for the ground fault, pressing the TEST button (3) resets the  
GROUND FAULT indicator (6) (see also paragraph 8.5.2).  
6.5 Level meter and CLIP indicator  
The green LED-indicators -13dB and 0dB (1) together with the red CLIP-LED (2) allow to monitor the output level,  
effectively avoiding overdrive conditions that lead to distortion and overload at the power outputs which could damage  
the connected loudspeaker systems.  
- If the red CLIP-LED (2) shortly lights during program peaks, maximum non-distorted modulation is achieved.  
- Continuous lighting or blinking of the red CLIP-LED (2) signals overdrive. In this case the input level has to be  
reduced.  
- If the green LED indicator (1) does not light or is only briefly lit with the red CLIP-LED blinking at the same time, this  
signals the encountering of an overload or short-circuit condition at the output. In this case the impedance of the  
connected load has to be checked.  
Caution  
During normal operation the red CLIP-LED should only light briefly and shortly!  
7.  
Switching the output voltage (only to be performed by a qualified service technician!)  
The DPA 4120 and DPA 4140 amplifiers allow the connection of 50V, 70V, 100V or low-impedance loudspeaker  
systems (4 ohms). They are factory-preset to an output voltage of 100 V. Switching the output voltage to 4 ohms, 50V  
or 70V can be performed by changing the bridge B411 on the power amplifier printed board assembly 84187 (DPA  
4120) or 84175 (DPA 4140):  
Caution  
Before opening the appliance, make sure to disconnect the mains and/or battery power source!  
- To open the appliance, the top panel has to be removed.  
- The bridge B411 (yellow wire) has to be removed from the contact B407 and re-attached to the desired contact (see  
table 1) (see also figure 8 respectively figure 9).  
- he coding-bridges S405 and S406 for the output recognition have to be inserted according to the illustration in figure  
5.  
(the inserted coding-bridge is marked in black)  
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The top panel has to be re-attached.  
Note  
By using a waterproof marker pen and after switching the output voltage, the newly set value  
has to be marked in the filed "OUTPUT VOLTAGE" on the rear panel of the appliance.  
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output  
bridge  
B411 to  
B407  
100 V  
70 V  
B408  
50 V  
B409  
4 ohms  
B410  
table 1 bridge B411 settings  
switching the output voltage  
figure 5 coding-bridges S405 / S406 settings  
output recognition OUTPUT CONFIG  
Caution  
It is possible that during operation shock-hazard output voltages can be present at the POWER  
OUTPUT connector (>34V peak value). Thus, the connected loudspeakers have to be installed in  
accordance to applicable security standards and regulations (see also paragraph 8.5.2).  
8.  
Enhanced application field  
8.1 Standard input module NRS 90225  
This input module for the power amplifiers DPA 4120 and DPA 4140 is meant for insertion at the power amplifiers'  
rear. It provides the following functions:  
lockable XLR input connector  
XLR output connector; to patch the input signal through  
gain control; to be adjusted using a screwdriver  
mains remote ON/OFF  
battery remote ON/OFF  
control of the D- and E-relays  
fault messages via the READY relay contact:  
- thermal overload of the mains transformer  
- thermal overload of the power amplification stage  
- ground fault (optional; only with installed NRS 90224)  
- pilot tone signal (optional; only with installed NRS 90224)  
MONITOR output; electronically balanced  
input transformer for floating, balanced input; optional  
output transformer for floating, balanced monitor output; optional  
The input module is meant to be used with the power amplifiers DPA 4120 and DPA 4140. The module allows to  
control and monitor the operation of the power amplifiers using conventional equipment or (with reservations) by the  
PROMATRIX manager DPM 4000.  
Caution:  
Before installing the input module NRS 90225, you have to unplug the mains connector as well as a  
presumably connected battery cord.  
Before installing the input module, it is necessary to remove the two locking screws B on the rear panel of the  
appliance. For installation the printed board assembly first has to be inserted into the guiding rails. After carefully  
pushing the module in it has to be locked by using the two screws mentioned before.  
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Note: Functioning changes in the models DPA 4120 (starting with serial numbers: 100 11) and DPA 4140 (starting  
with serial numbers: 100 11) in association with the input module NRS 90225: To achieve reliable attenuation  
of switching noise (knacks), the monitor output stays muted as long as the READY-relay is not pulled.  
Because of circuit design reasons this causes that the monitor output is also muted even when a ground-fault  
appears at the main output.  
8.2 Remote module NRS 90222  
This input and remote module for the power amplifiers DPA 4120 and DPA 4140 is meant for insertion at the power  
amplifiers' rear. It provides the following functions:  
lockable XLR input connector  
XLR output connector; to patch the input signal through  
input level; can be set via a programmable audio level control  
MUTE (via level control)  
mains remote ON/OFF  
battery remote ON/OFF  
control of the D- and E-relays  
surveillance and fault messaging via the PROMATRIX manager DPM 4000 corresponding to IEC 849  
- thermal overload of the mains transformer  
- thermal overload of the power amplification stage  
- ground fault (optional; only with installed NRS 90224)  
- pilot tone signal (optional; only with installed NRS 90224)  
- measurement of the output voltage / level  
- measurement of the output current  
- surveillance of the connected loads via current/voltage measurement  
MONITOR output; electronically balanced  
monitoring: input/output signals can be assigned to the monitor bus  
input transformer for floating, balanced input (optional)  
output transformer for floating, balanced monitor output (optional)  
pilot tone signal ON/OFF (optional)  
The remote module allows to remotely control and monitor the operation of the power amplifiers DPA 4120 and DPA  
4140 from the PROMATRIX manager DPM 4000 (for further details please refer to the PROMATRIX handbook).  
Caution:  
Before installing the input module NRS 90222, you have to unplug the mains connector as well as a  
presumably connected battery cord.  
Before installing the input module, it is necessary to remove the two locking screws B on the rear panel of the  
appliance. For installation the printed board assembly first has to be inserted into the guiding rails. After carefully  
pushing the module in it has to be locked by using the two screws mentioned before.  
Note  
After installing the remote module NRS 90222 it is necessary to set its address according to the  
description in the PROMATRIX handbook using the two "HEX-code switches" ADDRESS (21) and note  
the setting within the field ADDRESS on the rear panel of the appliance using a waterproof marker pen.  
8.3 NRS 90208 input transformer for the floating, balanced input  
For the case that floating inputs are required, the inputs of the INPUT MODULE NRS 90225 and the REMOTE  
MODULE NRS 90222 are prepared for retrofitting input transformers. If so, it is necessary to additionally install the  
extension kit NRS 90208 per each input.  
The installation has to be performed as follows (see figure 6 and/or figure 7):  
- to remove the input module you have to loosen the two locking screws (B) on the rear panel of the appliance. Now,  
the module can be easily torn out.  
- before installing the input transformer you have to remove the resistors R1 and R2.  
- mount the input transformer onto the printed board assembly, so that the marking located on the connector side of  
the transformer matches with the one on the printed board assembly. To prevent short-circuits place the supplied  
insulation disc between the transformer and the printed board assembly.  
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- re-insert the input module and tighten the locking screws (B).  
8.4 NRS 90227 output transformer for the floating, balanced monitor output  
In case that floating monitor outputs are required, the outputs of the INPUT MODULE NRS 90225 and REMOTE  
MODULE NRS 90222 are prepared for retrofitting output transformers. If so, it is necessary to additionally install the  
extension kit NRS 90227 per each output.  
The installation has to be performed as follows (see figure 6 and/or figure 7):  
- to remove the input module you have to loosen the two locking screws (B) on the rear panel of the appliance. Now,  
the module can be easily torn out.  
- before installing the output transformer you have to remove the resistors R22, R23, R32 and R33 (NRS 90225)  
respectively the resistors R23, R24, R71 and R72 (NRS 90222).  
- now, you can mount the output transformer onto the printed board assembly. Because of the transformer's  
symmetrical design, polarity is not a critical factor.  
- re-insert the input module and tighten the locking screws (B).  
Input Transformer NRS 90208  
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Output Transformer NRS 90227  
figure 6 printed board assembly 81338 showing the input transformer  
NRS 90208 and the output transformer NRS 90 227  
Input Transformer NRS 90208  
Output Transformer 90 227  
figure 7 printed board assembly 81339 showing the input transformer NRS 90208  
and the output transformer NRS 90 227  
8.5 NRS 90224 pilot tone & ground fault surveillance  
The extension NRS 90224 is meant for insertion. It includes a 19 kHz tone generator and a selective 19 kHz receiver  
with evaluation stage for pilot tone surveillance. Also incorporated is a monitoring circuit with fault storage and display  
driver, to guard the cable network connected to the output.  
8.5.1 Pilot tone surveillance:  
Integration of the extension NRS 90224 provides continuous self-monitoring of the amplifier. This gets accomplished in  
the way that an extremely low-level 19 kHz pilot tone signal is introduced to the signal path following the input level  
control LEVEL. After passing the amplifier stages, the pilot tone signal is filtered out at the output and the result is  
evaluated. If the measured signal declines the pilot tone's predetermined threshold at the output or is not present at  
all, the READY indicator (7) dims and the READY fault message relay drops. When using the INPUT MODULE NRS  
90225, the fault message is output as collective fault message with the floating contact of the READY fault message  
relay via the REMOTE CONTROL connector (16). When using the REMOTE MODULE NRS 90222, error occurrence  
is monitored and output by the PROMATRIX manager DPM 4000 (for further details, please refer to the PROMATRIX  
handbook).  
8.5.2 Ground fault surveillance:  
When installing and operating 100V-loudspeaker networks, compliance to the VDE regulation DIN VDE 0800 is  
mandatory. Especially, if 100V-loudspeaker networks are included in alarm system applications, all security  
standards have to be in accordance to the security class 3 standard.  
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When off-ground potential loudspeaker cable networks are employed we recommend insulation-monitoring using the  
ground fault surveillance module NRS 90224. Error recognition: An occurring ground fault either signals that one of the  
cables is damaged - which most likely point towards a total line interruption in the near future - or that connections  
have been carried out erroneously which may lead to malfunctioning of the entire system. The fault message  
GROUND FAULT (6) is also maintained with very short (>5 sec) ground faults, as long as the amplifier is powered-on  
or a loaded battery is connected. The fault message is displayed via the red GROUND FAULT indicator (6). In case of  
an inserted INPUT MODULE NRS 90225, it is also outputted as collective fault message with the floating contact of  
the READY fault message relay via the REMOTE CONTROL connector (16). When using the REMOTE MODULE  
NRS 90222, error occurrence is monitored and output by the PROMATRIX manager DPM 4000 (for further details,  
please refer to the PROMATRIX handbook).  
The installation has to be performed as follows (see figure 8 and/or figure 9):  
Caution  
Before opening the appliance, make sure to disconnect the mains and/or battery power source!  
- To open the appliance, the top panel has to be removed.  
- The extension kit NRS 90224 has to be inserted with its component side to the left (from the front view) until it clicks  
in place.  
- Re-install the top plate of the enclosure.  
NRS 90 224  
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S 406  
S 405  
B 411  
figure 8 printed board assembly 84187 in the DPA 4120 showing the NRS 90224 pilot tone & ground fault  
surveillance and the bridges B411 and S405, S406 for switching the output voltage; inserted  
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NRS 90 224  
S 406  
S 405  
B 411  
figure 9 printed board assembly 84175 in the DPA 4140 showing the NRS 90224 pilot tone & ground fault  
surveillance and the bridges B411 and S405, S406 for switching the output voltage; inserted  
Checking the pilot tone surveillance function:  
When the NRS 90224 is installed and the power amplifier is switched on, the green READY indicator (7) has to light.  
The testing and reset button TEST (3) serves as a function control for the pilot tone surveillance. With the TEST button  
being engaged, the 19 kHz generator is inactive. The green READY indicator is off and the READY fault message  
relay drops. Approximately 3 seconds after releasing the TEST button, the indicator has to light again. This method  
can also be used to check system configurations with average-switching.  
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Checking the ground fault surveillance function:  
When the NRS 90224 is installed and the power amplifier is switched on, the green READY indicator (7) has to light.  
Utilizing an external switch to connect one pole of the 100V-loudspeaker network via a 47 k ohms resistor for  
approximately 5 seconds to ground potential, the corresponding red GROUND FAULT indicator (6) has to light and the  
READY fault message relay of the INPUT MODULE NRS 90225 drops while the green READY indicator (7) stays lit.  
After releasing the button, the indication and the fault message are maintained. The TEST button (3) has to be used to  
reset the ground fault surveillance function. For further details on checking the function with the REMOTE MODULE  
NRS 90222 being included in your installation, please refer to the PROMATRIX handbook.  
9.  
Note  
19"-case and 19“-rack-shelf system installation  
Operation of the power amplifiers DPA 4120 and DPA 4140 with enclosure cover plates detached is  
strictly prohibited.  
When mounting the power amplifiers within rack-cases or rack-shelf systems make sure to provide sufficient airflow.  
The space between the rear panel of the amplifier and the inner wall of the rack-case has to be at least 60 mm x 330  
mm. A free space of at least 100 mm above the rack-shelf system is needed to provide sufficient air circulation. Since  
it is possible that during operation the temperature inside the rack system increases by 10° C, the maximum  
allowable ambient temperatures of the rest of the incorporated modules and appliances within a specific rack-shelf or  
rack-case have to be taken into careful consideration.  
Note  
To ensure trouble-free operation of the appliance, the maximum permissible ambient temperature of  
+40°C is not to be exceeded.  
10. Ground lift switch CIRCUIT ^ TO CHASSIS SWITCH  
The ground lift switch CIRCUIT ^ TO CHASSIS SWITCH (19) provides the possibility to separate the signal ground  
from the enclosure (ground potential). This is mainly meant to eliminate noise-problems which are introduced through  
ground-loops, without jeopardizing the security. In case several appliances within a single rack-case or rack-shelf are  
furnished with ground lift switches, it is recommended to set all devices but one to "ungrounded“. Set one appliance to  
"grounded". When set to "ungrounded", the impedance between signal ground and enclosure is : 100 k ohms // 100  
nF. It is needed to maintain EMV protection.  
11.  
Fuses  
11.1 Fuses in the DPA 4120  
location  
fuse socket (11)  
fuse socket (11)  
Pos. purpose  
F601 mains fuse 230V~ AC  
F601 mains fuse 115V~ AC  
value  
T2A  
T4A  
T1A  
dimensions  
5x20 mm  
5x20 mm  
standard  
IEC 127-2-3  
IEC 127-2-3  
printed board assembly F602 mains fuse 100V - 250V  
Ø 8.5xRM 5.08mm IEC 127-3/4  
86243  
printed board assembly F502 battery fuse 24V DC  
85270  
printed board assembly F503 battery fuse 24V DC  
85270  
15A  
15A  
flat fuse  
flat fuse  
DIN 72581-3  
DIN 72581-3  
11.2 Fuses in the DPA 4140  
location  
fuse socket (11)  
fuse socket (11)  
Pos. purpose  
F601 mains fuse 230V~ AC  
F601 mains fuse 115V~ AC  
value  
T4A  
T8A  
T1A  
dimensions  
5x20 mm  
5x20 mm  
standard  
IEC 127-2-3  
IEC 127-2-3  
printed board assembly F602 mains fuse 100V - 250V  
Ø 8.5xRM 5.08mm IEC 127-3/4  
86243  
printed board assembly F502 battery fuse 24V DC  
85268  
printed board assembly F503 battery fuse 24V DC  
85268  
25A  
25A  
flat fuse  
flat fuse  
DIN 72581-3  
DIN 72581-3  
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F 503 F 502  
figure 10 printed board assembly 85270 in the DPA 4120 showing the DC fuses F502 and F503  
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F 503 F 502  
figure 11 printed board assembly 85268 in the DPA 4140 showing the DC fuses F502 and F503  
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F 601  
F 602  
figure 12 printed board assemblies 86243 DPA 4120 and DPA 4140 showing the AC fuses F601 and F602  
Caution  
Before opening the appliance, make sure to disconnect the mains and/or battery power source!  
Replacing the fuses F502 and F503 (only to be carried out by the experienced service technician!)  
The battery fuses F502 and F503 are located on the power supply PCBs 85270 (DPA 4120) and 85268 (DPA 4140)  
behind the AMP battery connectors (see also figure 10 and/or figure 11). To replace these fuses you have to remove  
the cover plate of the appliance and afterwards the power supply input PCB 86243 which is mounted to the rear panel  
of the appliance. Therefore detach the yellow/green cable from the ground-connector on the appliance's rear panel.  
Pressing the lock-strap of the AMP-connector together, it can be removed without applying any force. Now, you have  
to remove the three screws marked "A" (refer to the diagram of the appliance's rear panel on page 2) which allows you  
to twist the power supply input PCB 86243 up. Make sure not to damage any wires or any other parts. The fuses  
F502 and F503 are now accessible and can be removed. To re-install the power supply input PCB 86243, these steps  
have to be proceeded in the opposite order. The yellow/green cable has to be reconnected to the ground-connector on  
the rear panel of the appliance. By pulling the cable make sure that it sits snugly. Then you can re-attach the cover  
plate of the enclosure.  
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Caution  
For security reasons it is necessary to ensure that, after the installation is completed, all wiring located  
beneath the power supply input PCB are within a distance of at least 6 mm to the printed board  
assembly.  
12.  
Specifications  
12.1  
DPA 4120 power amplifier 200 W  
power supply:  
mains operation  
mains frequency  
security class  
115 V / 230 V~ AC, ±10 %  
50 - 60 Hz  
I
U
/ V I  
/ A  
P
/ VA  
P
/ W  
P
out  
/ W  
0
P / W  
v
mains operation  
mains  
230  
mains  
0.13  
0.83  
1.67  
2.27  
mains  
30  
mains  
16  
138  
298  
415  
idling  
16  
118  
198  
215  
normal operation (-10 dB)  
alarm (-3 dB)  
standard conditions  
initial current inrush (mains)  
230  
230  
230  
191  
384  
522  
20  
100  
200  
< 29 A  
U
/ V I  
/ A  
P
/ VA  
P
/ W  
P
out  
/ W  
P / W  
v
mains operation  
mains  
115  
mains  
0.26  
1.67  
3.34  
4.54  
mains  
30  
mains  
16  
138  
298  
415  
idling  
0
16  
118  
198  
215  
normal operation (-10 dB)  
alarm (-3 dB)  
standard conditions  
115  
115  
115  
191  
384  
522  
20  
100  
200  
initial current inrush (mains)  
< 20 A  
P
/ VA = apparent power U  
I
; P  
P
/ W = output power; P / W =leakage power  
v
mains  
mains*mains  
mains / W = true power; out  
battery operation  
24 V DC, -10/+30 %  
U
/ V  
I
/ A  
P / W  
i
P
/ W  
P / W  
v
battery operation  
B
B
out  
stand-by  
idling  
normal operation (-10 dB)  
standard conditions  
24  
24  
24  
24  
2.5m  
0.43  
3.74  
60m  
10  
90  
0
0
20  
131  
60m  
10  
90  
9.10  
218  
87  
initial current inrush (battery)  
< 3.8 A  
P / W = input power U I ; P  
/ W = output power; P / W = leakage power  
i
B* B  
out  
v
features of the input:  
nominal input level  
nominal input impedance  
features of the power output:  
nominal output capacity during mains operation  
nominal load impedance  
electronically balanced  
775 mV = 0 dBu  
³ 10 k ohms  
balanced, floating  
200 W (according to IEC 268-3)  
50 ohms / 100V; 25 ohms / 70 V; 12.5 ohms / 50 V  
or 4 ohms / 28 V  
frequency response  
60 Hz .. 20 kHz  
distortion at 1 kHz and nominal output power  
interfering voltage (A)  
features of the monitor output:  
nominal output voltage  
£ 1 %  
£ 1.2 mV = -56 dBu  
electronically balanced  
2 V = + 8.2 dBu  
nominal load impedance  
600 ohms  
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ambient temperature range  
dimensions (W x H x D)  
depth with / without connections  
weight without extensions  
finish  
+5 °C .. +40 °C  
483 x 132 x 345 mm  
max. 400 mm / max. 340 mm  
13.2 kg  
anthracite  
12.2 DPA 4140 power amplifier 400 W  
power supply:  
mains operation  
mains frequency  
115 V / 230 V~ AC, ±10 %  
50 - 60 Hz  
security class  
I
U
U
/ V I  
/ A  
P
P
/ VA  
P
/ W  
P
/ W  
0
40  
200  
400  
P / W  
v
mains operation  
mains  
230  
mains  
0.19  
1.60  
3.10  
4.43  
mains  
44  
mains  
23  
263  
562  
811  
out  
idling  
23  
223  
362  
411  
normal operation (-10 dB)  
alarm (-3 dB)  
standard conditions  
initial current inrush (mains)  
230  
230  
230  
368  
713  
1019  
< 36 A  
/ V I  
/ A  
/ VA  
P
/ W  
P
/ W  
P / W  
v
mains operation  
mains  
115  
mains  
0.38  
mains  
44  
mains  
23  
out  
idling  
0
23  
223  
362  
411  
normal operation (-10 dB)  
alarm (-3 dB)  
standard conditions  
115  
115  
115  
3.19  
6.20  
8.86  
368  
713  
1019  
263  
562  
811  
40  
200  
400  
initial current inrush (mains)  
< 21 A  
P
/ VA = apparent power U  
I
; P  
P
/ W = output power; P / W =leakage power  
v
mains  
mains*mains  
mains / W = true power; out  
battery operation  
24 V DC, -10/+30 %  
U
/ V  
I
/ A  
P / W  
i
P
/ W  
P / W  
v
battery operation  
B
B
out  
stand-by  
idling  
normal operation (-10 dB)  
standard conditions  
24  
24  
24  
24  
2.5m  
0.62  
7.1  
60m  
15  
170  
415  
0
0
40  
249  
60m  
15  
130  
166  
17.3  
initial current inrush (battery)  
< 3.8 A  
P / W = input power U I ; P  
/ W = output power; P / W = leakage power  
i
B* B  
out  
v
features of the input:  
nominal input level  
nominal input impedance  
features of the power output:  
nominal output capacity during mains operation  
nominal load impedance  
electronically balanced  
775 mV = 0 dBu  
³ 10 k ohms  
balanced, floating  
400 W (according to IEC 268-3)  
25 ohms / 100V; 12.5 ohms / 70 V; 6.25 ohms /  
50 V or 4 ohms / 40 V  
frequency response  
60 Hz .. 20 kHz  
distortion at 1 kHz and nominal output power  
£ 1 %  
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interfering voltage (A)  
features of the monitor output:  
nominal output voltage  
£ 1.2 mV = -56 dBu  
electronically balanced  
2 V = + 8.2 dBu  
600 ohms  
nominal load impedance  
ambient temperature range  
dimensions (W x H x D)  
depth with / without connections  
weight without extensions  
finish  
+5 °C .. +40 °C  
483 x 132 x 345 mm  
max. 400 mm / 340 mm  
16.7 kg  
anthracite  
extension kits for the DPA 4120 and DPA 4140:  
NRS 90208 input transformer for floating, balanced input  
NRS 90222 remote module  
NRS 90224 pilot tone & ground fault surveillance  
NRS 90225 standard input module  
Art. No. 121 641  
Art. No. 121 674  
Art. No. 121 676  
Art. No. 121 677  
Art. No. 121 679  
NRS 90227 output transformer for floating, balanced monitor output  
13.  
Extension kit specifications for the power amplifiers DPA 4120 / DPA 4140  
NRS 90225 standard input module  
13.1  
see specifications DPA 4120 / DPA 4140  
13.2  
NRS 90222 remote module  
see specifications DPA 4120 / DPA 4140  
13.3  
NRS 90208 input transformer for floating, balanced input  
frequency response  
input impedance  
idling ratio  
20 Hz .. 20 kHz  
³ 10 k ohms  
1:1  
winding resistance; primary  
winding resistance; secondary  
1420 ohms at 20°C  
1420 ohms at 20°C  
13.4  
NRS 90227 output transformer for floating, balanced monitor output  
frequency response  
nominal load impedance  
idling ration  
40 Hz .. 20 kHz  
³ 600 ohms  
1:1  
winding resistance; primary  
winding resistance; secondary  
18 ohms at 20°C  
18 ohms at 20°C  
13.5  
NRS 90224 pilot tone & ground fault surveillance  
13.5.1 pilot tone surveillance  
pilot tone frequency  
19 kHz ± 1%  
error recognition threshold  
£ 12 mV  
fault message output via NRS 90225  
fault message output via NRS 90222  
collective fault message via READY relay  
PROMATRIX manager DPM 4000  
13.5.2 ground fault surveillance  
input loudspeaker line 4 ohms / 50V / 70V / 100V  
fault message output via NRS 90225  
fault message output via NRS 90222  
disruptive strength  
collective fault message via READY relay  
PROMATRIX Manager DPM 4000  
1000 Veff  
error recognition threshold  
£ 50 k ohms  
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