KRAMER ELECTRONICS 106 DA Mic Amplifier User Manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS 106 DA Mic Amplifier

Product Information

The Kramer Electronics 106 Mic Amplifier/DA is a high-quality distribution amplifier designed for balanced mono microphone signals. It features one dynamic or condenser microphone input and distributes the signal to two high- level balanced mono line outputs, reaching 27Vpp (22dB).

The 106 Mic Amplifier/DA includes the following features:

• Three trimmers to adjust the LINE OUT audio level
• A switch for selecting the type of microphone (condenser or dynamic)
• Two balanced mono line outputs for power amplifiers

Product Usage Instructions

Getting Started

1. Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment.
2. Review the contents of the user manual.
3. Visit www.kramerav.com/downloads/106  to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and firmware upgrades (where appropriate).

Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance with the Kramer 106 Mic Amplifier/DA, follow these guidelines:

• Use only good quality connection cables, preferably Kramer high-performance, high-resolution cables, to avoid interference and signal quality deterioration.
• Avoid securing cables in tight bundles or rolling slack into tight coils.
• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may affect signal quality.
• Position the Kramer 106 away from moisture, excessive sunlight, and dust.
• Ensure that the equipment is used only inside a building and connected to other equipment installed inside a building.

Safety Instructions

Follow these safety instructions when using the Kramer 106 Mic Amplifier/DA:

• Caution : There are no operator-serviceable parts inside the unit.
• Warning : Use only the provided Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter.
• Warning : Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.
• Note : Please refer to the user manual for detailed instructions on connecting the 106 Mic Amplifier/DA and technical specifications.

MODEL : 106 Mic Amplifier/DA

Quick Start Guide

This guide helps you install and use your product for the first time. For more detailed information, go to http://www.kramerav.com/manual/106 to download the latest manual or scan the QR code on the left.

Check what’s in the box

• Mic Amplifier/DA
• Power supply (12V DC)
• Rubber feet
• Quick Start sheet

Save the original box and packaging materials in case you need to return your 106 for service.

Install the 106
Attach the rubber feet and place on a table or mount the 106 in a rack (using an optional RK-3T rack mount).

Connect the inputs and outputs

• Always switch off the power on each device before connecting it to your 106.
• Always use Kramer high-performance cables for connecting AV equipment to the 106

Connect the power

Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the 106 and plug the adapter into the mains electricity.

Operate the 106

Adjust the line out audio level with a small screwdriver.

Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better!
Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 14 groups that are clearly defined by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and GROUP 14: Collaboration.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer 106 Mic Amplifier/DA, which is ideal for the following typical applications:

• Public address systems
• Presentation and multimedia audio distribution

Getting Started

We recommend that you:

• Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment
• Review the contents of this user manual

Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/106 to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:

• Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often associated with low quality cables)
• Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality
• Position your Kramer 106 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

Safety Instructions

• Caution : There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
• Warning: Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with the unit
• Warning : Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing

Recycling Kramer Products

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive, Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.

Overview

The 106 Mic Amplifier / DA is a high−quality distribution amplifier for balanced mono microphone signals. It takes one dynamic or condenser microphone input and distributes the signal to two high-level balanced mono line outputs, reaching 27Vpp (22dB).

The 106 features:

• Three trimmers to adjust the LINE OUT audio level
• A switch for selecting the type of microphone (condenser or dynamic)
• Two balanced mono line outputs for power amplifiers

Defining the 106 Mic Amplifier/DA

This section defines the 106

Connecting the 106

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your 106. After connecting your 106, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device

To connect the 106 as illustrated in the example in Figure 2:

1. Connect a mono balanced microphone to the MIC IN terminal block connector.
2. Connect the LINE OUT 1 terminal block connector to a power amplifier and/or the LINE OUT 2 terminal block connector to a power amplifier.
3. Connect each power amplifier to a loudspeaker.
4. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket, and connect the adapter to the mains electricity.
5. Adjust the audio level via LEVEL trimmers, if required. Use the LINE OUT 1 trimmer to adjust the line 1 output, use the LINE OUT 2 trimmer to adjust the line 2 output, and use the MASTER trimmer to adjust both line outputs.

Insert a screwdriver into the small hole and carefully rotate it to adjust the audio level

2| LINE OUT 1 Trimmer| Adjusts the LINE OUT 1 audio level
3| MASTER Trimmer| Adjusts both the LINE OUT 1 and LINE OUT 2

audio levels

4| ON LED| Illuminates when receiving power
5| MIC IN Terminal Block Connector| Connects to the microphone
6| TYPE COND./DYN Selector Switch| Push to select the condenser microphone, release to select the dynamic microphone
7| LINE OUT 1 Terminal Block Connector| Connects to acceptor 1
8| LINE OUT 2 Terminal Block Connector| Connects to acceptor 2
9| 12V DC| +12V DC connector for powering the unit

Technical Specifications

(MASTER trimmer at max.), +37dB to

+68dB master (LINE OUT trimmer at max.)

COUPLING:| Input: AC, Output: DC
INPUT IMPEDANCE:| ~10kΩ
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE:| 50Ω
GAIN:| Up to 68dB
AUDIO THD +NOISE:| 0.18%
AUDIO 2nd HARMONIC:| 0.16%
POWER CONSUMPTION:| 12V DC, 220mA
OPERATING TEMPERATURE:| 0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:| -40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)
HUMIDITY:| 10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing
DIMENSIONS:| 12 cm x 7.5 cm x 2.5 cm (4.7″ x 2.95″ x 0.98″, W, D, H)
WEIGHT:| 0.3 kg (0.66lbs.) approx.
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES:| Power supply (12V, 500mA), mounting bracket
OPTIONS:| RK-3T 19” rack adapter
Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

LIMITED WARRANTY

The warranty obligations of Kramer Electronics for this product are hmited to the terms set forth below:

What is Covered
This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product

What is Not Covered

• This limited warranty does not cover any damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration, modification, improper or unreasonable use or maintenance, misuse, abuse, accident, neglect, exposure to excess moisture, fire, improper packing and shipping (such claims must be presented to the carrier), lightning, power surges. or other acts of nature. This limited warranty does not cover any damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any installation, any unauthorized tampering with this product, any repairs attempted by anyone unaulhorized by Kramer
• Electronics lo make such repairs, or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and/or WOfkmanship of this product This limited warranty does not cover cartons, equipment enclosures, cables or accessories used in conjunction with this product.
• Without limiting any other exclusion herein. Kramer Electronics does not warrant that the product covered hereby, including, without limitation, the technology and/or integrated circuit(s) included in the product. will not become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other product or technology with which the product may be used.

How Long Does this Coverage Last
Seven years as of this printing; please check our Web site for the most current and accurate warranty infOfmation.

Who is Covered
Only the original purchaser of this produci is covered under this limited warranty. This limited warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers or owners of this product.

What Kramer Electronics will do
Kramer Electronics will. at its sole option, provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under this limited warranty:

1. Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time, free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the repair and restore this product to its proper operating condition. Kramer Electronics will also pay the shipping costs necessary to return this product once the repair is complete.
2. Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by Kramer Electronics to perform substanliaUy the same function as the original product.
3. Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined based on the age of the product al the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty.

What Kramer Electronics will not do Under This Limited Warranty

If this product is returned to Kramer Electronics °’ the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any other party authorized to repair Kramer Electronics products, this product must be insured during shipment, with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you. If this product is returned uninsured, you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment. Kramer Electronics will not be responsible f0< any costs related to the removal 0< re-installation of this product from 0< into any installation. Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product, any adjustment of user controls 0< any programming required for a specific installation of this product.

How to Obtain a Remedy under this Limited Warranty

• To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty, you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from whom you purchased this product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you. FOf a list of authorized Kramer Electronics resellers and/Of Kramer Electronics authorized servke providers, please visit our web site at www.kramerelectronics.com or contact the Kramer Electronics office nearest you.
• Jn order to pursue any remedy under this limited warranty, you must possess an original, dated receipt as proof o f purchase from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller. If this product is returned under this limited warranty, a return authorization number, obtained from Kramer Electronics, will be required. You may also be directed to an authorized reseller °’ a person authorized by Kramer Electronics to repair the product.
• If rt is decided that this product should be returned directly to Kramer Electronics, this produci should be proper1y packed, preferably in the original carton, for shipping. Cartons not bearing a return authorization number will be refused.

Limitation on Liability

THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF KRAMER ELECTRONICS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, KRAMER ELECTRONICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION, OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. Some countries, districts or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief, special, incidental, consequential or indirect damages, or the limitation of liability to specified amounts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

Exclusive Remedy

• TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ANO THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES. REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, KRAMER ELECTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY ANO ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING. WITHOUT LIMITAT10N, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW, THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
• FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY TO THIS PRODUCT AS PROVIDED UNDER APPICABLE LAW.
• IF ANY PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES IS A “CONSUMER PRODUCr UNDER THE MAGNUSONMOSS WARRANTY ACT (15 U.S.C.A. §2301, ET SEQ.) OR OTHER APPICABLE LAW. THE FOREGOING DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT APPLY TO YOU, AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING WARRANTIES DF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY AS PROVIDED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.

Other Conditions

This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary rrom country to country or state to state.
This limited warranty is void if (i) the label bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced, (ii) the product is not distributed by Kramer Electronics or (iii) this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller. If you are unsure whether a reseller is an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller. please visit our Web site at www.kramerelectronics.com or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of this document.
Your rights under this limited warranty are not diminished if you do not complete and return the product registraUon form or complete and submil the online product registration form. Kramer Electronics !hanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product. We hope it will give you years of satisfaction.

For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback.
Web site : www.kramerAV.com
E-mail : [email protected]

SAFETY WARNING
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening and servicing

References

• Kramer | Audio-Visual Solutions and Experiences
• Kramer | Audio-Visual Solutions and Experiences
• Application Diagrams - Kramer Electronics
• Kramer | Audio-Visual Solutions and Experiences
• Kramer | Audio Visual Solutions - Kramer

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