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SPL Performer s1200 User manual

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Professional Fidelity
Mastering Grade Listening
Performer
s1200
Stereo Power Amplifier
VOLTAiR
120V DC Audio Rail
PWRPROTECT TEMP
Performer s – User Manual
Stereo Power Amplifier
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Performer
s1200
Stereo Power Amplifier
VOLTAiR
120V DC Audio Rail
PWRPROTECT TEMP
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE • NE PAS OUVRIR
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
1. Remove Fuse Holder
2. Exchange Fuses
3. Flip Over
4. Reinstall
spl.audio
Pin  = GND
Pin  = Hot (+)
Pin  = Cold (–)
~ V AC / ~V AC,  Hz /  Hz,
P max.  VA
TRIM TRIM
AMP CTL/V TRIGGER
Connect to
SPL devices
supporting
AMP CTL
for remote
standby on/o.
Made in Germany
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Performer
s
Stereo Power Amplifier
AMP CTL/V TRIGGER
VOLTAGE SELECTION
VOLTAGE SELECTION
V AC:
T . A
L  V
V AC:
T  A
L  V
FUSE
FUSE
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFTXLR WIRING
XLR WIRING
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT SELECT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT SELECT
INPUT RIGHT
INPUT RIGHT
Sound Performance Lab
SPEAKER OUTPUT RIGHT
Minimum Load Minimum Load
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Welcome
and thank you for choosing the Performer s.
The Performer s is the big brother of the highly acclaimed Performer s and delivers
 x  W into  ohms,  x  W into  ohms and  x  W into  ohms with ease.
VOLTAiR Technology is what we also call the SPL V Technology within the Professional Fidelity series. This makes
the Performer s an outstandig device in terms of dynamic range, signal-to-noise ratio and headroom delivering
an exceptional sound experience with invincible serenity, transparency and realness.
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Content
Getting started
Front view
Rear view
VOLTAiR – V Technology
Comparisons
Ornamental inlays 
Inputs 
Input select 
Gain Trim 
Speaker outputs 
Protection circuits 
DC Protection 
Overheating protection circuit 
AMP CTL (Standby / Amplifier Control) 
Power LED 
Specifications 
Line Input & Line Output 
Speaker output 
Output power (Sine at kHz) 
Output voltage 
Output impedance 
Damping factor 
Frequency response 
Signal-to-noise ratio 
Gain 
Total harmonic distortion 
Internal Voltage 
Power supply 
Dimensions (incl. feet) 
Weight 
Important Notes 
Declaration of CE Conformity 
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Getting started
Getting started
Read thoroughly and follow the instructions as well as the security advices of the Quickstart
which is enclosed in the scope of delivery! You can also download the Quickstart here.
By pressing the -Button you get to the table of contents.
By pressing the -Button you get to the front view of the unit.
By pressing the -Button you get to the rear view of the unit.
By pressing the -Button you get to the previous content.
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Performer
s1200
Stereo Power Amplifier
VOLTAiR
120V DC Audio Rail
PWRPROTECT TEMP
Front view
Front view
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Temperature LED
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Protection LED 3
Ornamental Inlay 4
Power LED 1
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AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE • NE PAS OUVRIR
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
1. Remove Fuse Holder
2. Exchange Fuses
3. Flip Over
4. Reinstall
spl.audio
Pin  = GND
Pin  = Hot (+)
Pin  = Cold (–)
~ V AC / ~V AC,  Hz /  Hz,
P max.  VA
TRIM TRIM
AMP CTL/V TRIGGER
Connect to
SPL devices
supporting
AMP CTL
for remote
standby on/o.
Made in Germany
+ +–R
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Serial
Number
Performer
s
Stereo Power Amplifier
AMP CTL/V TRIGGER
VOLTAGE SELECTION
VOLTAGE SELECTION
V AC:
T . A
L  V
V AC:
T  A
L  V
FUSE
FUSE
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFTXLR WIRING
XLR WIRING
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT SELECT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT SELECT
INPUT RIGHT
INPUT RIGHT
Sound Performance Lab
SPEAKER OUTPUT RIGHT
Minimum Load Minimum Load
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Rear view
Rear view
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Speaker Outputs 11
AMP CTL
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Gain Trim 9
Mains Voltage 5
Mains Switch 6
Input select
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VOLTAiR – V Technology
VOLTAiR – V Technology
VOLTAiR is the synonym for our V Technology within the Professional Fidelity series. The audio signals are pro-
cessed with an unequalled +/-V DC, which corresponds to twice that of discrete operational amplifiers and four-
times that of semiconductor operational amplifiers.
VOLTAiR Technology reaches outstanding technical and sonic performances. Technically especially in terms of
dynamic range and headroom and sonically especially in reproducing the finest details and delivering a totally
relaxed sounding audio experience. Music sounds absolutely natural.
SPL’s V Technology is the internal audio processing voltage (+/- V DC).
It is not to be confused with the external mains voltage (e.g. V or V AC).
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VOLTAiR – V Technology
Comparisons
These diagrams show how our VOLTAiR Technology compares to other circuits.
The direct relation between operating level and maximum level is fundamental for the classification: the higher
the operating level, the higher the maximum level a circuit can handle. And since virtually all essential acoustic
and musical parameters depend on this relation, a higher operating voltage also has a positive impact on the
dynamic range, distortion limit and signal-to-noise ratio.
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OPA @ V SPL-OP@ V
Dynamic Range
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VOLTAiR – V Technology
Do bear in mind that dB scales do not represent linear but rather exponential increases. A dB increase corresponds
to doubling the acoustic power, +dB correspond to twice the sound pressure level, and +dB correspond to twice
the perceived loudness.
When it comes to volume, the VOLTAiR Technology exhibits a performance, in regard to maximum level and dynamic
range, that is twice that of common components and circuits given that its values are approximately dB higher.
THD measurements show a difference of more than dB compared to the TL at V — in terms of sound pres-
sure level, that corresponds to an improvement of more than %. The operating level most commonly used for
audio equipment is +/-  volts.
Max. Audio Level
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Ornamental inlays
Ornamental inlays
The Performer s comes with three ornamental inlays: in black, red and silver. They can be combined with the
chosen color of the main front panel. A neodymium magnet holds the ornamental inlay in place. This allows easy
exchange and gives you the unique opportunity to style your power amplifier.
Possible inlay combinations with the basic color red
Possible inlay combinations with the basic color silver
Possible inlay combinations with the basic color black
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Inputs
Inputs
The Performer s is equipped with XLR inputs () for balanced connection as well
as RCA connectors for unbalanced connection to a preamp. Full output power
( x  W RMS into  ohms,  x  W RMS into  ohms or  x  W into  ohms)
is performed at + dBu at the input.
AMP CTL/12V TRIGGER
Connect to
AMP CTL output of
SPL Preamplier/DAC
for remote power on/o
OR
Use 12 V Trigger
AMP CTL/12V TRIGGER
Pin 1 = GND
Pin 2 = Hot (+)
Pin 3 = Cold (–)
TRIM TRIM
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INPUT SELECT
INPUT SELECT
RCAXLR
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFTXLR WIRING
XLR WIRING
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT RIGHT
INPUT RIGHT
SPEAKER OUTPUT RIGHT
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Inputs
Input select
With the Input Select switch () you can switch the input source between XLR or RCA. You
can not use both at the same time.
Gain Trim
The inputs can be lowered with the Gain TRIM switch () from  dB to -. dB in . dB
steps. This is helpful if you want to use multi speaker sets or speakers in a bi-wiring applica-
tion. It allows to level speakers with different efficiency to equal loudness.
AMP CTL/12V TRIGGER
Connect to
AMP CTL output of
SPL Preamplier/DAC
for remote power on/o
OR
Use 12 V Trigger
AMP CTL/12V TRIGGER
Pin 1 = GND
Pin 2 = Hot (+)
Pin 3 = Cold (–)
TRIM TRIM
+ +–R
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INPUT SELECT
INPUT SELECT
RCAXLR
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFTXLR WIRING
XLR WIRING
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT RIGHT
INPUT RIGHT
SPEAKER OUTPUT RIGHT
Minimum Load Minimum Load
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AMP CTL/12V TRIGGER
Connect to
AMP CTL output of
SPL Preamplier/DAC
for remote power on/o
OR
Use 12 V Trigger
AMP CTL/12V TRIGGER
Pin 1 = GND
Pin 2 = Hot (+)
Pin 3 = Cold (–)
TRIM TRIM
+ +–R
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INPUT SELECT
INPUT SELECT
RCAXLR
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFTXLR WIRING
XLR WIRING
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT RIGHT
INPUT RIGHT
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Minimum Load Minimum Load
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Speaker outputs
Speaker outputs
You can connect ,  or  ohms loudspeakers to the
Speaker outputs().
You can either use the ø mm cable hole (screwable) or the banana
plugs of the gold-plated loudspeaker binding posts.
Make sure that you do not mix up the polarity of the speaker connections and that the power amplifier is switched
off when you connect speaker cables.
AMP CTL/12V TRIGGER
Connect to
AMP CTL output of
SPL Preamplier/DAC
for remote power on/o
OR
Use 12 V Trigger
AMP CTL/12V TRIGGER
Pin 1 = GND
Pin 2 = Hot (+)
Pin 3 = Cold (–)
TRIM TRIM
+ +–R
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2ώ2ώ
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INPUT SELECT
INPUT SELECT
RCAXLR
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT
XLR WIRING
XLR WIRING
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT RIGHT
INPUT RIGHT
SPEAKER OUTPUT RIGHT
Minimum Load Minimum Load
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Protection circuits
Protection circuits
The Performer s has protection circuits against DC (direct current) voltage at the output and against
overheating.
DC Protection
If DC is detected at one of the outputs, the Performer s automatically switches off. DC voltage can be an indi-
cation for a defective power stage. The ProtectLED () on the front indicates that the protection circuit is activated
and the power stage has been switched off.
The Performer s does not automatically switch on again. It needs to be switched off manually with the Mains
switch (). Wait at least one minute before switching the Performer s on again.
If the Performer s repetitively switches off due to a DC detection please contact your dealer.
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Protection circuits
Overheating protection circuit
The Performer s is actively cooled with six temperature controlled fans that usually do nothing at all,
because  % of the heat is passively dissipated via massive heat sinks. Should it nevertheless become really
loud for a really long time, the processor-controlled fans remain virtually inaudible at only  dB (A).
In the unlikely event of overheating the Performer s will switch off at about ° C at the heat sink and the
Temp LED () on the front indicates the overheating.
After the temperature has fallen below ° C, the amplifier automatically switches on again.
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AMP CTL (Standby / Amplier Control)
AMP CTL (Standby / Amplier Control)
If you own an SPL device supporting AMP CTL output(s) you can trigger standby and
operation. Therefore connect the AMP CTL output of the SPL device with a mono mini
jack cable to the AMP CTL () of the Performer s.
You may also use other V trigger controller. The Performer s is in operation
mode when a switching voltage of  Volt DC is applied to the AMP CTL input.
As soon as the  Volt DC is removed, the Performer s switches back to
standby mode.
Use a mono mini jack cable where the tip is plus and the sleeve is minus.
Power LED
In standby the Power LED is dimly lit.
If the Performer s is in operation, the Power LED lights up brightly.
If the Performer s is off, e.g. the mains switch is off, the Power LED is off.
AMP CTL/12V TRIGGER
Connect to
AMP CTL output of
SPL Preamplier/DAC
for remote power on/o
OR
Use 12 V Trigger
AMP CTL/12V TRIGGER
Pin 1 = GND
Pin 2 = Hot (+)
Pin 3 = Cold (–)
TRIM TRIM
+ +–R
R
2ώ2ώ
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INPUT SELECT
INPUT SELECT
RCAXLR
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFTXLR WIRING
XLR WIRING
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT RIGHT
INPUT RIGHT
SPEAKER OUTPUT RIGHT
Minimum Load Minimum Load
SPEAKER OUTPUT RIGHT
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Specications
Specications
Line Input & Line Output
• Neutrik XLR, balanced, Pin  = (+)
• Input impedance:  kOhms
• Input trimming:  dB to -. dB in . dB steps
• Input sensitivity: +. dBu
Speaker output
•  pairs gold-plated binding posts with ø mm cable hole (screwable) and banana plug; fully encapsulated
Output power (Sine at kHz)
•  x  W into  Ohm
•  x  W into  Ohm
•  x  W into  Ohm
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Specications
Output voltage
•  V Peak-to-Peak
• . V RMS
Output impedance
• < . Ohm,  Hz to  kHz
Damping factor
• >  at  kHz and  ohms
Frequency response
•  Hz to  kHz
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Specications
Signal-to-noise ratio
• >  dB (wide-band, unweighted, referred to full power output)
• >  dB (A-weighted)
Gain
•  dB
Total harmonic distortion
• < .% at  kHz, at  W,  ohms
• < .% at  kHz, at  W,  ohms
• < .% at  kHz, at  W,  ohms
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Specications
Internal Voltage
• +/-  V
Power supply
• Mains voltage:  V AC /  Hz;  V AC /  Hz
• Fuses:  V: T . A;  V: T  A
• Power consumption: max  VA
• Standby power consumption: . W
Dimensions (incl. feet)
• (WxHxD) . x . x . in ( x  x  mm)
Weight
• . lbs (. kg), unit only
• . lbs (. kg), shipping
AMP CTL/12V TRIGGER
Connect to
AMP CTL output of
SPL Preamplier/DAC
for remote power on/o
OR
Use 12 V Trigger
AMP CTL/12V TRIGGER
Pin 1 = GND
Pin 2 = Hot (+)
Pin 3 = Cold (–)
TRIM TRIM
+ +–R
R
2ώ2ώ
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INPUT SELECT
INPUT SELECT
RCAXLR
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFTXLR WIRING
XLR WIRING
SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT LEFT
INPUT RIGHT
INPUT RIGHT
SPEAKER OUTPUT RIGHT
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