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User's manual<br />
System Amplifier K&F TOPAS<br />
Intrusion of liquids<br />
• No objects or liquids should intrude or leak into the equipment.<br />
Caution<br />
Protecting the Speakers / Operating Safety<br />
To prevent speaker damage, only connect the speaker cables when no signal is present on<br />
the outputs.<br />
Unwanted interference<br />
RF interference on the power cord or on the line signal cables may lead to unwanted sound<br />
interference.<br />
In the case your are using the optional AES/EBU input, it is possible that a complete drop out<br />
of the audio signal is possible caused by strong electromagnetic interference . This may not<br />
be announced, like anaolg signals, by audible disturbances.<br />
Pauses in use<br />
The power cord should be disconnected from the power source during longer pauses in use.<br />
Cleaning<br />
The equipment should only be cleaned with a damp cloth when it is not plugged in.<br />
Transportation<br />
When transporting the device, make sure that it is protected from vibrations.<br />
3. Product Description<br />
3.1 TOPAS Power Amplifier<br />
The TOPAS is a network-capable, dual-channel DSP amplifier for fixed installations. The DSP-<br />
Amplifier was specially designed for optimal operation with <strong>Kling</strong> & <strong>Freitag</strong> loudspeakers. It is<br />
also possible for use with other speaker systems.<br />
Via Ethernet, the TOPAS can be highly variably switched on and off, controlled and<br />
monitored. The four General Pupose Inputs (GPIs) allow you to adjust volume (digital VCA),<br />
switch on/off the amplifier. mute the channels and switch the inputs of the audio signal.<br />
You can assign events to the outputs such as amplifier status, mute status of the channels or<br />
PRIO audio activity via the web interface. Two open collector outputs and a potential free<br />
relay contact are available.<br />
Further features include the integrated web server for concise configuration, easy location of<br />
all devices in the network using AutoIP/mDNS, and the configurable access control with user/<br />
password. The TOPAS can be operated remotely, no matter which operating system is used.<br />
Because of the redundant firmware, updates are save and easy.<br />
The standby power consumption is limited to 4.5 watts. The amplifier is ready to operate<br />
within a few seconds after power on. The activation can be set via a signal over GPI, ethernet<br />
or by pressing the front button.<br />
The TOPAS allows you to monitor the internal protection circuits (Clipping, DC, short circuit,<br />
temperature, voltage) via the web interface or soon, over a remote application. Permanent<br />
monitoring of the processor via watchdog and load monitoring of the connected speakers in<br />
the future is guaranteed. All events can be monitored via web interface or GPIO.<br />
The functionality, performance capability, and expandability of the TOPAS ensure you a high<br />
planning and investment reliability.<br />
3.2 Concept of a Network Enabled Amplifier<br />
The TOPAS was developed to enable the highest possible operating safety of an entire sound<br />
system. In the future, it offers not only speaker-specific pre-amplifier control functions such as<br />
equalisation and limiters, but also further functions, such as:<br />
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