Installation Guide
Carbon XA Amplifiers
Overview - Carbon XA Amplifiers
Carbon XA Product Specifications (Cont.)
Where more than one pair of speakers is required in a zone, Carbon XA
amplifiers provide the extra power needed to drive up to 4 additional speaker
pairs (FIG. 1). Use Carbon XA in backyards, large rooms or other zones where
additional speakers are needed.
Dimensions
(HWD):
Including feet and rear connectors:
• 3 1/16” x 17” x 13 1/2”
• 7.68cm x 43.18cm x 33.52cm
Weight:
25.75 lbs (11.68 kg)
Connecting Carbon XA to a Mi-Series Audio Controller
Connect the Carbon XA Amplifier to the Mi-Series Audio Controller via the Molex
connector labelled “From Controller” on the rear panel of the Carbon XA.
Connecting Matrix Keypads to the Carbon XA
Connect Matrix Keypads to the Carbon XA Amplifier via the Molex connector
labelled “To Keypad” on the rear panel of the Carbon XA (see FIG. 2).
Molex Connector
FIG. 1 Carbon XA Amplifiers - Front view (DAS-AMP4 shown)
FIG. 2 provides a Molex Connector Legend
Carbon XA Amplifiers provide extra output power to multiple pairs of speakers
driven from one Mi-Series/Delta zone.
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The DAS-AMP8 is an 8-channel amp that supports an additional 4
speakers pairs per unit (120V). The DAS-IAMP8 is a 240V version.
The DAS-AMP4 is a 4-channel amp that supports an additional 2 speaker
pairs per unit (120V). The DAS-IAMP4 is a 240V version for International
usage.
Left +
DATA
Right +
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Ground (-)
FIG. 2 Molex Connector Legend
Features
Note: When stripping cable for use with the Molex connector, only strip away
about ¼” (6mm) of the insulation from each wire. The complete assembly should
not have more than 1/32” (1mm) of bare wire exposed from the bottom of the
connector.
Features common to all Carbon XA Amplifiers include:
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High-quality sound - delivers 60 watts of high-quality sound per channel.
Expandable configuration - stack up to 3 Carbon XA units per zone to gain
up to 12 additional speaker pairs (24 channels).
Connecting Speakers
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Easy installation - Speaker Wire Technology makes installation simple
using four conductor speaker wire.
Non-SWT Speakers
Each speaker has a Red (positive) terminal and a Black (negative) terminal.
Connect the appropriate wire from the keypad to Red and Black terminals on the
Left and Right speakers, as with any standard speaker installation.
Integrates with both the Delta Series and Mi Series controllers, as well as
the C, C-DT and EL Series speakers.
Utilizes proprietary SWT - Speaker Wire Technology™
SWT Speakers
Product Specifications
Matrix Audio SWT Speakers are different from any other speaker available on
the market. They allow you to control a single zone of audio without a keypad
being installed. Therefore, some different wiring practices must be considered
for proper operation and control.
Carbon XA Product Specifications
Models Available: • DAS-AMP4 (FG1102-01) 4-Channel Amplifier (120 V)
• DAS-IAMP4 (FG1102-02) 4-Channel Amplifier (240 V)
• DAS-AMP8 (FG1102-03) 8-Channel Amplifier (120 V)
• DAS-IAMP8 (FG1102-04) 8-Channel Amplifier (240 V)
This is achieved by “daisy-chaining” from the first speaker to the second
speaker. The main run of 16/4 from the controller will go directly to the first
speaker in the zone.
Configuration:
Modular Design - configurable in single pairs:
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At the controller end, the wiring is left-to-right: L D G R with the screws of
the connector facing up.
• DAS-AMP8: Up to 4 stereo pairs (8 channels - 4 Ohm load)
• DAS-AMP4: Up to 2 stereo pairs (4 channels - 8 Ohm load)
• Stackable up to 2 Carbon XA units
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At the speaker end, refer to the labeling on speaker PCB to ensure the
correct wiring.
Stereo Output:
• Dual mono amplifier stage design
The labelling at both ends must match or the IR control will not work (i.e.: if you
used the RED wire for the Left Audio labelled “L” at the zone output, you must
use the RED wire for the pin labelled “L” on the speaker connector).
• 60 watts per channel
• THD+N at 1 Khz continuous .006%@ 8 Ohms
• Each Carbon XA is capable of providing 480 watts @ 8 Ohms
Be sure to screw the connector down to the speaker crossover board before
installing and securing in the ceiling. This will ensure that the connector will not
disconnect after installation.
Control Options:
• Matrix keypad
• C-Series speakers using SWT
Power:
• 750W max (Average usage = 250W).
• High current Torroidal power supply
A single run of 16/2 must be run from the first speaker to the second speaker.
Audio Switching
Front Panel Components:
When no audio is present, the Carbon XA amplifier will go into Standby mode
and mute the speakers after about 5 seconds. When audio is sensed at the
input, the device will un-mute the speakers and the volume may be controlled by
the keypad or remote. The switch time between muting and un-muting is
approximately 200 milliseconds.
• Status LED Dual stage status LED:
• Red in standby
• Green when active
Rear Panel Components:
• Power Switch & The master power switch will remain in the ON position
Receptacle
normally.
• Output 1-4:
Euro-style connectors provide direct connection to speakers.
• From Controller: SWT input port (connects to an Mi-Series Audio Controller)
• To Keypad:
SWT output port (connects to Matrix keypad or interface)
Black, Silver
Available Colors:
