XPRO

™

Power Amp

XPRO-1800

XPRO-3000

Instruction Manual

XPRO™ Power Amp Instruction Manual

Product Overview

Perfect companions to the Brooke XPRO™ range of Multi Purpose cabinets, Brooke XPRO™ Power

Amplifiers feature the large power reservoirs and high currents required by more demanding audio equipment. Suitable for rackmount or table-top use, integrated lifting handles assist with transport and fitting.

A number of safety features are integrated into each XPRO™ Power Amplifier. These protect the amplifier itself and any other audio equipment that may be connected to it. In particular

• Temperature control circuits ensure operation up to 90°C. At this point a thermal shut-off protects the unit until the temperature drops to 88°C. During operation, fan speed will vary to maintain a stable internal temparature and it is normal to hear this.

• Speaker damage is prevented if an overload is detected by automatically removing clipping.

• Anti-surge circuits are fitted to compensate for power spikes that may occur during start up and shut-down.

A

E

D

Fitting Dimensions

A

B

C

D

E

483mm

500mm

133mm

435mm

460mm

19”

19¾”

5½”

17¼”

18”

C

B

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XPRO™ Power Amp Instruction Manual

Front Panel Configuration

CHANNEL A

CLIP/PRO

-3dB

-15dB

-30dB

POWER

CLIP/PRO

-3dB

-15dB

-30dB

CHANNEL B

XPRO-3000

2 x 1500W POWER AMPLIFIER

1 2 3 4 5 6

1- Standard 19” Rackmount Ears

The unit fits standard 19”/483mm racks and cabinets and occupies a 3U rack height.

2- Channel A (and B) Clipping Protection Warning

Red LED flashes during intermittent overloads. LED shows solid red when being overdriven.

3- Channel A (and B) Signal Level Indicators

Bank of three green LEDs indicate signal levels in the range of -30dB, -15dB and -3dB.

4- Main Power Rocker Switch & Indicator

The unit’s power is on when the rocker switch is in the “1” position and a green LED shows above the switch. Complete powering up can sequence can typically take 4-6 seconds.

5- Channel B (and A) Rotary Level Controls

Levels for channels A and B can be independently configured with these controls located at either side of the unit.

6- Ergonomic Lifting Handles

To assist in positioning the unit in a rack and during transport, handles are provided on either side of the unit. To protect the unit and the user, it is recommended that these are used whenever possible.

© Brooke Products™ 2010. Terms Apply. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. E&OE. All specifications and details are correct at time of print. Instruction Manual dated April 2010.

CHANNEL A

CLIP/PRO CLIP/PRO POWER

-3dB

-15dB

-3dB

-15dB

XPRO-3000

2 x 1500W POWER AMPLIFIER

-30dB -30dB

CHANNEL B

XPRO™ Power Amp Instruction Manual

Rear Panel Configuration

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

1- Channel A Input Connections

Provided by Neutrik® Combi connectors.

2- Channel B Input Connections

Provided by Neutrik® Combi connectors.

3- Limit Mode Selector

With Limit Mode selected speaker impedance will be matched automatically.

4- Earthing Mode Selector

Swap between a grounded or floating earth to reduce hum as needed.

5- Input Sensitivity Selector

Three sensitivities are available 1)0.755 volt input 2)1.0 volt input 3)1.5 volt input.

6- Operating Mode Selector

Three modes available. 1) Mono Bridge (over 4Ω impedance) 2) Mono Parallel 3) Stereo.

7- Channel A&B Output Connections

Provided by Neutrik® Speakon connectors.

8- Channel A&B Bridge Connections / Output Connections

Provided by Binding Posts. Red is positive, Black is negative.

9- Fuse

For correct protection, an 8 Amp (XPRO-1800) or 20 Amp (XPRO-3000) fuse must be used.

© Brooke Products™ 2010. Terms Apply. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. E&OE. All specifications and details are correct at time of print. Instruction Manual dated April 2010.

XPRO™ Power Amp Instruction Manual

Technical Specification

Stereo Power 8Ω RMS

Stereo Power 4Ω RMS

Stereo Power 2Ω RMS

Bridge Mono Power 16Ω RMS

Bridge Mono Power 8Ω RMS

Bridge Mono Power 4Ω RMS

Frequency Response

TH Distortion

Input Impedence

Input Sensitivity

Input CMRR

Cross Talk

IMD

Slew Rate

Damping Factor

Maximum Input Gain

Input Connections

Output Connections

Bridge Connections

Signal to Noise Ratio

Height

Width (Body Only)

Width (Rackmount)

Depth

Power Supply

Weight

XPRO-1800 ™

600w x 2

900w x 2

1200w x 2

1200w x 1

1800w x 1

2100w x 1

20Hz - 20kHz ±0.1dB

<0.03% 8Ω 1kHz

20KΩ / 40KΩ

0.775v, 1.0v, 1.44v

≤ -75dB

≤ -70dB

<0.1% 8Ω

60v/µs

500:1

±20dB

Neutrik ® Combi

Neutrik ® Speakon NL4,

Binding Post

Binding Post

105dB

3U / 133mm

435mm

19” / 483mm

500mm

240v AC 50-60Hz 8 Amp Fuse

30.0kg

XPRO-3000 ™

1000w x 2

1500w x 2

2400w x 2

2000w x 1

3000w x 1

4200w x 1

20Hz - 20kHz ±0.1dB

<0.03% 8Ω 1kHz

20KΩ / 40KΩ

0.775v, 1.0v, 1.44v

≤ -75dB

≤ -70dB

<0.1% 8Ω

70v/µs

550:1

±20dB

Neutrik ® Combi

Neutrik ® Speakon NL4,

Binding Post

Binding Post

106dB

3U / 133mm

435mm

19” / 483mm

500mm

240v AC 50-60Hz 15 Amp Fuse

35.0kg

© Brooke Products™ 2010. Terms Apply. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. E&OE. All specifications and details are correct at time of print. Instruction Manual dated April 2010.

XPRO™ Power Amp Instruction Manual

For your Safety

• Follow all instructions to maintain Manufacturer Warranty and for your own safety.

• There are no user replacement parts inside the product. Do not open the product for any reason.

This will invalidate your Manufacturer Warranty and may cause you harm.

• Do not expose this product to moisture, rain or other fluids.

• Do not use this product near water or other fluids.

• Do not use if the product if you suspect it has been damaged in any way, including being dropped, is malfunctioning, or has been exposed to liquids or moisture. The unit must be repaired by an authorised service centre only. Manufacturer Warranty is void if unit is opened or adapted in any way. Operator safety may be compromised if this product is not operated and maintained in accordance with the details contained in this Instruction Manual.

• This appliance must be earthed. Do not remove the earth connection in the plug or any other location- it is essential for user safety.

• Be aware that products are mains powered and may be capable of producing high voltages from their outputs and have mains voltages inside cabinets.

Product Installation, Use & Maintenance

• Keep this Instruction Manual safe for future reference.

• Clean the product housing with a clean and dry, non-abrasive cloth. Do not use solvents or liquids to clean the product. Pay particular attention to the lens since this will require cleaning on a weekly basis to remove any oil residue that may have built up.

• To prevent overheating, do not obstruct any ventilation opening, fan cover or vent. Do not stack other items on top of the unit. Provide at least 200mm of clear space around any ventilation holes and ensure no flammable items are nearby.

• Avoid repeated or rapid powering up or shutting down of the unit.

• Power connection to the product is via a UK 240 Volt AC three-pin mains plug. Do not remove or adapt this plug. If necessary, only replace a fuse with one of the same type, size and value.

• The mains lead must not be crushed or damaged. If any damage occurs, disconnect from the mains immediately. Replace the damaged cable, or if the mains lead is captive, return the product to an authorised repair centre for cable replacement. Do not attempt to repair the cable

- it must be discarded and destroyed.

• To maintain the Manufacturer Warranty, only attach authorised accessories and external devices.

This includes cables, connectors and other electrical and/or mechanical devices.

• Unplug the product from the mains during lightning storms or periods of mains fluctuations. If the product is going to be unused for long periods, unplug from the mains.

• A very strong magnetic field is generated during operation. This can introduce “hum” into nearby unshielded equipment and damage sensitive magnetic media. We recommend mounting the unit at the foot of any rack and use of grounded and floating earth settings.

© Brooke Products™ 2010. Terms Apply. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. E&OE. All specifications and details are correct at time of print. Instruction Manual dated April 2010.

XPRO™ Power Amp Instruction Manual

Product Quality & Compliance

• Products from Brooke Products meet all required safety standards in force at the time of manufacture and are fully compliant with them.

Unpacking & Inspection

• Inspect the packaging before opening. If the packaging appears to have sustained significant damage, please take extra care before using the product. If you are in any doubt, consult a suitably qualified professional.

• If you suspect the product has been damaged, do not use it. Return it to your original supplier without delay.

• Keep all packaging in a safe place for storage or transport in future.

Manufacturer Warranty

• This Manufacturer Warranty is valid in the UK only.

• Brooke Products warrants that this product is free from workmanship defects and material failure during normal use and operation for a period of 12 months from first use or from original date of sale (whichever is the earliest) providing all of the terms indicated in the warranty section have been fully complied with.

• Expressly excluded is our liability for any directly connected or indirectly connected item or items or any consequential loss associated with the failure of the product howsoever caused.

• If the product has been opened, modified, tampered with, incorrectly connected, used inappropriately or in conflict with the instructions herein, or the product model or serial number has been damaged, removed, tampered with, obliterated or made partly unreadable by any person or persons, the Manufacturer Warranty is irrevocably null and void.

• No extension, adaption, alteration or modification to the terms of this Manufacturer Warranty will be permitted, unless expressly authorised in writing (excluding email and fax) by a Director of Brooke Products. Warranty is transferrable during the Warranty period.

For Further Information about Brooke Products

• Our website can be found at www.brooke-products.com and is available for the benefit of customers worldwide. Please consult for information, advice and support on this and other high quality products from Brooke.

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