AMX DAS-TAMP4/8-SIG - Manual

Installation Guide

DAS-TAMP4/8-SIG

Tango Amplifiers

Overview

Where more than one pair of speakers is required in a zone, Tango Amplifiers
provide the extra power needed to drive up to 4 additional speaker pairs (FIG. 1).

Tango Amplifiers provide extra output power to multiple pairs of speakers driven
from one zone.

• The

DAS-TAMP4-SIG

Tango 4-Channel Amplifier (FG1103-21) is a

4-channel amp that supports an additional 2 speaker pairs per unit.

• The

DAS-TAMP8-SIG

Tango 8-Channel Amplifier (FG1103-22) is an

8-channel amp that supports an additional 4 speakers pairs per unit.

Product Specifications

Rack-Mounting

Tango units occupy two rack spaces in a standard 19" equipment rack. Rack
mounting brackets are supplied with the optional Rack-Mount Installation Kit
(FG1101-60).

Note

: Exercise extreme care when lifting or moving Tango units within the rack

to avoid injury. It is recommended that you seek the assistance of another
person when rack mounting Tango units.

1.

Attach the rack mounting brackets to each side of the Tango unit using the
four screws (10-32 Panhead Phillips - supplied with the Tango unit) for
each bracket.

Note

: To prevent injury the Tango unit must be securely attached to the

rack in accordance with the installation instructions. ALWAYS use the spe-
cial rack mount brackets supplied and high quality fixing screws to ensure
the Tango unit is installed in the rack correctly.

2.

Place the Tango unit in the equipment rack and hold steady.

3.

Secure the Tango unit in the rack using the mounting holes.

Note

: DO NOT stand other units directly on top of the Tango unit when it is

rack mounted, as this will place excessive strain on the mounting brackets.

Ventilation

To ensure that the rack enclosure is adequately ventilated, there must be a
minimum of 3" all around the Tango unit.

Sufficient airflow must be achieved (by convection or forced-air cooling) to
satisfy the ventilation requirements of all the items of equipment installed within
the rack.

Speaker Wire Technology (SWT)

Speaker Wire Technology (SWT) allows both data and audio signals to travel
over the same four conductor wire. This remarkable technology removes the
need for control wire since the control and audio signals are shared on the same
wire. The reliability and simplicity of this system has been proven for years. AMX
Distributed Audio is the only company that offers a “retrofit solution”, one which
allows the replacement of volume controls with AMX Distributed Audio keypads
and Controllers, giving full control over the sources. Additionally, the versatility of
SWT also allows AMX Distributed Audio products to be connected where the
control wire has been run separately from the speaker cable.

Cabling Instructions

CAUTION

: Be sure to check for any wiring restrictions required by the electrical

code in your area.

This installation uses low voltage cabling similar to telephone and alarm wiring,
and as such does not commonly have very many restrictions on their installation.
However rules may vary in different regions.

Cable Type

The Tango Amplifier is cabled using standard 4-conductor speaker cable
originating at the Tango Controller, passing through the Keypad, and terminating
at the speaker location. AMX recommends using a bundled 4-conductor
16-gauge stranded copper wire in a single continuous run.

FIG. 1

Tango Amplifiers (DAS-TAMP4-SIG shown)

Tango Amplifiers - Product Specifications

Models Available:

•

DAS-TAMP4-SIG

(FG1103-21) 4-Channel

Amplifier (120 V)

•

DAS-TAMP8-SIG

(FG1103-22) 8-Channel

Amplifier (120 V)

Configuration:

• Modular Design - configurable in single pairs up to

4 stereo pairs (8 channels).

• Stackable up to 3 Tango Amplifiers or 12 stereo

pairs (24 channels)

Stereo Output:

• Dual mono amplifier stage design
• 60 watts per channel
• THD+N at 1 Khz continuous .006%@ 8 Ohms
• Each Tango amplifier is capable of providing 480

watts @ 8 Ohms

Control Options:

• Metreau (DAS-MET-6SRC, DAS-MET-NUM)

keypads

• C-Series speakers using SWT

Power:

• 750W max (Average usage = 250W).
• High current Torroidal power supply

Front Panel Components:

Light Bar

• Blue light bar indicates power status.

Status LED

• Blue LED lights when active

Rear Panel Components:

Power Switch & Receptacle The master power switch will remain in the ON posi-

tion normally.

Output 1-4:

SWT connectors provide direct connection to
speakers.

Light Bar (power status)

Status Indicator LED

Power Switch & Receptacle

Zone Outputs (4 or 8)

To Keypad

From Controller

Tango Amplifiers - Product Specifications (Cont.)

From Controller:

SWT input port (connects to an Tango Audio
Controller)

To Keypad:

SWT output port (connects to Matrix keypad or
interface)

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)

Included Accessories:

• Power cord

Other AMX Equipment:

• Rack-Mount Installation Kit (FG1101-60)