MATCH UP 10DSP 10 Channel Upgrade Amplifier User Manual

MATCH UP 10DSP 10 Channel Upgrade Amplifier User Manual

Congratulations

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on your purchase of this innovative and high-quality MATCH product.

We wish you many hours of enjoyment with your  new MATCH UP 10DSP.

Thanks to more than 30 years of experience in research and development of audio products this amplifier sets new standards in the range of digital amplifiers.

Yours,
AUDIOTEC FISCHER

General instructions

General installation instructions for MATCH components.

To prevent damage to the unit and possible injury, read this manual carefully and follow all installation instructions. This product has been checked for proper function prior to shipping and is guaranteed against manufacturing defects

Before starting your installation, disconnect the battery’s negative terminal to prevent damage to the unit, fire and / or risk of injury. For a proper performance and to ensure full warranty coverage, we strongly recommend to get this product installed by an authorized MATCH dealer.

Install your UP 10DSP in a dry location with sufficient air circulation for proper cooling of the equipment.

For safety reasons, the UP 10DSP must be professionally installed. Therefore, use the two mounting plates which are included in delivery. These are attached to the bottom of the amplifier with two short screws which are included in delivery, too. When screwing the amplifier to the vehicle chassis, carefully examine the area around and behind the proposed installation location to ensure that there are no electrical cables or components, hydraulic brake lines or any part of the fuel tank located behind the mounting surface. Failure to do so may result in unpredictable damage to these components and possible costly repairs to the vehicle.

General instruction for connecting the UP 10DSP amplifier

The UP 10DSP amplifier may only be installed in motor vehicles which have a 12 Volts negative terminal connected to the chassis ground. Any other system could cause damage to the amplifier and the electrical system of the vehicle.

The positive cable from the battery for the entire sound system should be provided with a main fuse at a distance of max. 30 cm from the battery. The value of the fuse is calculated from the maximum total current draw of the car audio system.

Use only the included MATCH cable or an optionally available MATCH cable harness for connection of the UP 10DSP. The use of other cables can result in damage of the amplifier, the head unit / car radio or the connected loudspeakers! The fuses of the amplifier may only be replaced by identically rated fuses (2 x 25 A) to avoid damage of the amplifier.

Prior to installation, plan the wire routing to avoid any possible damage to the wire harness. All cabling should be protected against possible crushing or pinching hazards. Also avoid routing cables close to potential noise sources such as electric motors, high power accessories and other vehicle harnesses.

Connectors and control units

1. Speaker Output E – J
   Speaker outputs of the channels E – J for connecting speaker systems.

2. Highlevel Input E – H
   High level speaker inputs of the channels E – H.

3. System Connector
   Connector for the MATCH cable harness.
   Make sure that you only use a MATCH original connection cable to connect the amplifier to the car radio.

4. REM IN / OUT
   The remote input can be used to switch on the UP 10DSP. The remote output has to be used to switch on external amplifiers that are connected to the Line Out of the amplifier.

5. +12 V
   Connector for the +12 V power cable to thepositive terminal of the battery.

6. GND
   Connector for the ground cable (negative terminal of the battery or metal body of the vehicle).

7. USB Input
   Connects the UP 10DSP to your PC.

8. Control pushbutton
   Use this button to either switch between the setups or initiate a reset of the device.

9. SCP (Smart Control Port)
   Multifunction interface for e.g. an optional remote control or other MATCH UP 10DSP accessory.

10. Optical Input
    Optical input for digital stereo signals (SPDIF format).

11. Line Out
    Mono line output for connecting external amplifiers. Make sure that the remote output is used to turn on these devices.

12. Auto Remote
    This switch allows to activate / deactivate the automatic turn-on feature of the amplifier.

13. Status LED
    The Status LED indicates the operating mode of the amplifier and its DSP memory.

Initial start-up and functions

1. Speaker Output E – J
   These outputs are used for connecting speaker systems. The impedance must not be lower than 4 Ohms for channels E – H and 2 Ohms for channel I & J.
   Important: We highly recommend to make the general settings in the DSP PC-Tool software before the first start-up. Especially if the UP 10DSP will be used to drive fully active speaker systems, a wrong setup can destroy your tweeters right away.
   Attention: Solely use the connection cable with the 12-pole connector and flying leads which is included in delivery or an optional available cable harness from the MATCH accessory assortment!

2. Highlevel Input E – H
   4-channel highlevel loudspeaker input of the channels E – H to connect the amplifier directly to loudspeaker outputs of OEM / aftermarket radios or OEM amplifiers that do not have any pre-amplifier outputs. Input sensitivity is factory-set to 11 Volts. It is possible to optimally adapt the input sensitivity to the signal source using the DSP PC-Tool software (DCM menu → Signal Management). The control range of the highlevel inputs is 4 – 16 Volts for channels A – F and 4 – 16 Volts or 8 – 32 Volts for channels G & H (see page 35, point 4).
   Attention: Solely use the connection cable with the 8-pole connector and flying leads which is included in delivery or an optional available cable harness from the MATCH accessory assortment!

3. System Connector
   This connector is used as signal input from the OE radio or factory installed amplifier and as signal output of the amplifier channels A to D for connecting the loudspeakers. The impedance per channel must not be lower than 4 Ohms. Input sensitivity is factory-set to 11 Volts. It is possible to optimally adapt the input sensitivity to the signal source using the DSP PC-Tool software (DCM menu → Signal Management). The control range of the Highlevel Input is 4 – 16 Volts (see page 35, point 4). Solely use this terminal in combination with the connection cable that is included in delivery of the amplifier or an appropriate cable harness from the MATCH accessories program.
   Caution: The use of other harnesses may cause severe harm to the amplifier, your head unit / carradio and your loudspeakers. In any case the warranty will be void!

4. REM IN / OUT
   This input is used for connecting the remote in- and output.
   IN: The remote input has to be used to turn on / off the amplifier if the signal source which is connected to the System Connector or Highlevel Input E – H is not activating the “automatic turn-on” function (Auto Remote) or if the amplifier shall only be activated / deactivated by a remote signal applied to the remote input. The remote lead should be connected to the remote output / automatic antenna (aerial positive) output of the head unit / car radio. This is only activated if the head unit / car radio is switched on. Thus the amplifier is switched on and off together with the head unit / car radio.
   Note: This input needn´t to be assigned if the System Connector or the Highlevel Input E – H are used.
   OUT: We strongly recommend to use this output for turning on / off additional amplifiers that are connected to the Line Out of the MATCH UP 10DSP. This is essential to avoid any interfering signals. This output is activated automatically as soon as the boot process of the DSP is completed. Additionally this output will be turned off during the “Power Save Mode” or a software update process.

5. +12 V
   Connect the +12 V power cable to the positive terminal of the battery. Recommended cross section: min. 6 mm² / AWG 10.

6. GND
   The ground cable should be connected to a common ground reference point (this is located where the negative terminal of the battery is grounded to the metal body of the vehicle) or to a prepared metal location on the vehicle chassis i.e. an area which has been cleaned of all paint residues. Recommended cross section: min. 6 mm² / AWG 10. 5 +12 V Connect the +12 V power cable to the positive terminal of the battery. Recommended cross section: min. 6 mm² / AWG

8. GND
   The ground cable should be connected to a common ground reference point (this is located where the negative terminal of the battery is grounded to the metal body of the vehicle) or to a prepared metal location on the vehicle chassis i.e. an area which has been cleaned of all paint residues. Recommended cross section: min. 6 mm² / AWG 10.
   7 USB Input
   Connect your personal computer to the UP 10DSP
   using the provided USB cable. The required
   PC software to configure this amplifier can be
   downloaded from the Audiotec Fischer website
   Connect your personal computer to the UP 10DSP using the provided USB cable. The required PC software to configure this amplifier can be downloaded from the Audiotec Fischer website www.audiotec-fischer.com.
   Please note: It is not possible to connect any USB storage devices.

9. Control pushbutton
   The UP 10DSP provides 10 internal memory locations for sound setups. The Control pushbutton allows the user to switch between two memory positions. These can be defined in the DSP PC-Tool.

10. Setup switch: Press Control pushbutton for 1 second. The memory locations one and two are defined ex works. Switching is indicated by a single red flash of the Status LED. Alternatively, the optional URC.3 remote control can be used for switching. To switch between all internal memory locations, optional accessories like the DIRECTOR display remote control, CONDUCTOR or WIFI CONTROL are required.

11. Device reset: Press pushbutton for five seconds. This completely erases the internal memory and is indicated by a continuous red glowing and constant green flashing of the Status LED.
    Attention: After erasing the setups from memory the UP 10DSP will not reproduce any audio output until the device is updated via the DSP PC-Tool software.

12. SCP (Smart Control Port)
    This multi-functional connector is designed for MATCH accessory products like a remote control which allows to adjust several features of the amplifier. Depending on the type of remote control, the functionality at first has to be defined in the “Device Configuration Menu” of the DSP PC-Tool software or on the remote control itself.
    Attention: If the accessory product does not have a Nano Fit connector solely use the Nano Fit adaptor which is included in delivery for connection.

13. Optical Input
    Optical input in SPDIF format for connecting signal sources with a digital audio output. The sampling rate of this input must be between 12 and 96 kHz.
    The input signal is automatically adapted to the internal sample rate. In order to control the volume of this input, we recommend to use an optional remote control or the WIFI CONTROL.
    Note: This amplifier can only handle stereo input signals and no MP3- or Dolby-coded digital audio stream!
    Note: The manual activation of the Optical Input via an optional remote control is configured ex works.

14. Line Out
    The Line Out is a mono floating-ground lowlevel output (max. 3 Vrms) for connecting additional power amplifiers. A specially designed “Balanced Audio Transformer” avoids any ground-loops that may cause undesired alternator noise. Please make sure that you always turn on / off external amplifiers using the remote output (REM OUT) of the UP 10DSP. Additionally this output will be turned off when the “Power Save Mode” of the amplifier is active as well as during software updates.
    The output can be configured independently of the other amplifier channels with the DSP PC-Tool software.

15. Auto Remote
    The UP 10DSP will be turned on automatically if the high level inputs of the System Connector or the High level Input E – H are / is used or if a signal is applied to the remote input (REM IN) terminal. The Auto Remote switch allows to activate / deactivate the automatic turn-on feature of the high level inputs. The feature should be deactivated (Auto Remote = off) if there are e.g. disturbing noises while switching on / off the amplifier.
    Note: The automatic turn-on feature is activated ex works (Auto Remote = on). If the automatic turn-on function is deactivated it is mandatory to use the remote input (REM IN) to power up the amplifier! The highlevel signal will be ignored in this case.

16. Status LED
    The Status LED indicates the operating mode of the amplifier and of the DSP memory.
    Green: Amplifier is ready for operation.
    Orange: Power Save Mode is active.
    Red: Protection Mode is active. This may have different root causes. The amplifier is equipped with protection circuits against over- and undervoltage as well as overheating. Please check for connecting failures such as short- circuits or other wrong connections. If the amplifier is overheated the internal temperature protection switches off the remote and signaloutput until it reaches a safe temperature level
    again.
    Red / green slow flashing: No operating software installed. Connect the amplifier to the DSP PC-Tool software and confirm the automatic update of the operating system. You will find the latest version of the DSP PC-Tool software at
    www.audiotec-fischer.com. Red / green fast flashing: The currently selected sound setup memory is empty. A new setup has to
    be loaded via the DSP PC-Tool software or switch to a memory position with existing sound setup.

Installation

Fig. 1: Overview connection cables

1. System Connector connection cable
2. Speaker Output E – J connection cable
3. Highlevel Input E – H connection cable
4. Remote (REM IN / OUT) connection cable

Fig. 2: Pin assignment Power Input plug

Plug top side

A +12 V – for connecting the UP 10DSP to the positive terminal of the car´s battery.
B GND – for connecting the ground cable
Fig. 3: Pin configuration UP 10DSP

System Connector

1. Highlevel loudspeaker input rear left (-) / C

2. Highlevel loudspeaker input front left (-) / A

3. Highlevel loudspeaker input front right (-) / B

4. Highlevel loudspeaker input rear right (-) / D

5.  Loudspeaker output rear right (-) / D

6. Loudspeaker output rear left (-) / C

7. Loudspeaker output front right (-) / B

8. Loudspeaker output front left (-) / A

9. **Ground*** / Warning: Do not use this pin!

10. **Ground*** / Warning: Do not use this pin!\

11. Highlevel loudspeaker input rear left (+) / C

12. Highlevel loudspeaker input front left (+) / A

13. Highlevel loudspeaker input front right (+) / B

14. Highlevel loudspeaker input rear right (+) / D

15. Loudspeaker output rear right (+) / D

16. Loudspeaker output rear left (+) / C

17. Loudspeaker output front right (+) / B

18. Loudspeaker output front left (+) / A

19. +12 Volts* / Warning: Do not use this pin!

20. +12 Volts* / Warning: Do not use this pin!
    Highlevel Input E – H

21. Highlevel loudspeaker input channel H (-)

22. Highlevel loudspeaker input channel G (-)

23. Highlevel loudspeaker input channel F (-)

24. Highlevel loudspeaker input channel E (-)

25.  Highlevel loudspeaker input channel H (+)

26. Highlevel loudspeaker input channel G (+)

27. Highlevel loudspeaker input channel F (+)

28. Highlevel loudspeaker input channel E (+)
    Speaker Output E – J

29. Subwoofer output 2 (-) / J

30. Subwoofer output 1 (-) / I

31. Loudspeaker output H (-)

32. Loudspeaker output G (-)

33. Loudspeaker output F (-)

34. Loudspeaker output E (-)

35. Subwoofer output 2 (+) / J

36. Subwoofer output 1 (+) / I

37. Loudspeaker output H (+)

38. Loudspeaker output G (+)

39. Loudspeaker output F (+)

40. Loudspeaker output E (+)

* Not used on the enclosed System Connector connection cable.

Installation

The MATCH UP 10DSP must be installed and connected as follows:
Caution: Carrying out the following steps will require special tools and technical knowledge. In.order to avoid connection mistakes and / or damage, ask your dealer for assistance if you have any questions  and follow all instructions in this manual (see page 28).

1. Connecting the System Connector

2. Connecting the high level speaker inputs A – D: The highlevel loudspeaker inputs (see
   page 33, fig. 3, no. 1 – 4 and 11 – 14) can be connected directly to the loudspeaker outputs of an OEM radio, aftermarket radio or factory installed amplifier by using the enclosed MATCH connection cable. It is not mandatory to use all highlevel speaker inputs. It is sufficient if two of four highlevel loudspeaker inputs are connected. With the DSP PC-Tool software it is possible to route the input signals to the 11 output channels individually.
   Make sure that the polarity is correct. If one or more connections have reversed polarity it may affect the performance of the amplifier. If this input is used the remote input (REM IN) does not need to be connected as the amplifier will automatically turn on once a loudspeaker signal is received.

3. Connecting the loudspeaker outputs A – D:
   The loudspeaker outputs (see  33, fig. 3, no. 5 – 8 and 15 – 18) can be connected directly to the wires of the loudspeakers by using the enclosed MATCH connection cable. Never connect any of the loudspeaker cables to the chassis ground as this will damage your amplifier and your speakers. Ensure that the loudspeakers are correctly connected (phase), i.e. plus to plus and minus to minus. Exchanging plus and minus causes a total loss of bass reproduction. The plus pole is indicated on most speakers. The impedance per channel must not be lower than 4 Ohms, otherwise the amplifier protection will be activated.
   Attention: Solely use the System Connector connection cable which is included in deliv ery or an appropriate cable harness from the MATCH accessories program for connection!

4. Connecting the highlevel speaker inputs E – H (optionally)
   The highlevel loudspeaker inputs E – H can be connected directly to the loudspeaker outputs of an OEM radio, aftermarket radio or factory installed amplifier using the enclosed MATCH connection cable. Make sure that the polarity is correct. If one or more connections have reversed polarity it may affect the performance of the amplifier. If this input is used the remote input (REM IN) does not need to be connected as the amplifier will automatically turn on once a loudspeaker signal is received.
   Attention: Solely use the connection cable with the 8-pole connector and flying leads which is included in delivery or an appropriate cable harness from the MATCH accessories program!

5. Connecting a digital signal source
   If you have a signal source with an optical digital output you can connect it to the amplifier using the appropriate input. In standard configuration the manual activation via an optional remote control is configured. Alternatively you can activate the automatic turn-on feature in the DCM menu of the DSP PC- Tool software. The feature activates the digital input as soon as a digital audio signal is detected. The automatic turn-on circuit does not work when a digital input is used. Therefore it is mandatory to connect the remote input (REM IN).
   Important: The signal of a digital audio source normally does not contain any information about the volume level. Keep in mind that this will lead to full level on the outputs of the UP 10DSP and your connected amplifiers. This may cause severe damage to your speakers. We strongly recommend to use an optional remote control for adjusting the volume level of the digital signal input!
   Information: The MATCH UP 10DSP can only handle uncompressed digital stereo signals in PCM format with a sample rate between 12 kHz and 96 kHz and no Dolby-coded digital audio stream!

6. Adjustment of the input sensitivity
   Attention: It is mandatory to properly adapt the input sensitivity of the UP 10DSP to the signal source in order to avoid damage to the amplifier.
   The input sensitivity can be adjusted via the
   DSP PC-Tool software and by changing the position of a jumper inside the device.
   The setting will be undertaken in two steps:

7. Pre-adjustment of the value range using thejumper inside the device.

8. Exact adjustment of the input sensitivity by using the DSP PC-Tool software.
   To point 1: The factory setting of the input sensitivity (11 Volts) is appropriate for the most common radios. If the connected signal source is equipped with up to two high power channels that supply an output voltage between 11 and 32 Volts – for example, if a factory-installed amplifier serves as signal source – the input channels G and H must be used. Furthermore, it is mandatory to set a jumper inside the device to the high voltage range (8 – 32 Volts) before the first start-up. To get access to the jumpers the device has to be opened. Therefore dismantle the side panel where the USB input is located by removing the three Phillips screws and pull out the bottom plate sideways.
   Now you have access to the jumper.
   
   Overview plug-in positions channels G & H:
   The desired value range is defined by the plugin position of the jumper.
   J 1: Low voltage range / 4 – 16 Volts (ex factory)
   J 2: High voltage range / 8 – 32 Volts
   For repositioning the jumper simply pull it upwards and plug it to the desired plug position.
   Make sure that the jumper is reinserted properly and all pins are fully inserted.
   If you are not sure regarding the signal source output voltage, please contact your MATCH specialist dealer.
   After setting the jumper to the desired plug-in position, you can reassemble the amplifier.
   To point 2: Now you can optimally adapt the input sensitivity to the connected signal source by using the DSP PC-Tool software.
   Note: Mute all signal outputs of the UP 10DSP during this setup.
   Therefore follow the subsequent steps:

9. Turn on the amplifier and then start the software. The function can be found in the “Signal Management” tab of the DCM menu under the item “Main Input → Input Gain”.

10. Select the setup method to adjust the input sensitivity.
    Standard Gain Setup: This method allows go globally set the input sensitivity for all input channels (only with “Low Voltage Range” jumper plug- in position – see left).
    Advanced Gain Setup: This method allows an individual setting for each channel pair.
    

11. Adjust the volume of your radio to approx.
    90 % of the max. volume and playback an appropriate test tone, e.g. pink noise (0 dB).

12. If the clipping indicator in the DSP PC-Tool already lights up (see picture below), you have to reduce the input sensitivity using the scroll bar until the indicator turns off.
    

13. Increase the input sensitivity until the clipping indicator lights up. Now turn the control back until the indicator turns off again.
    
    Various adjustment examples of the input sensitivity can be found on page 37. For further applications please contact your MATCH specialist dealer

14. Connection to power supply
    Make sure to disconnect the battery before
    installing the MATCH UP 10DSP!
    Connect the +12 V power cable to the positive terminal of the battery. The positive wire from the battery to the amplifier power terminals needs to have an inline fuse (50 A) at a distance of less than 12 inches (30 cm) from the battery.
    If your power wires are short (less than 1 m / 40”) then a wire gauge of 6 mm² / AWG 10 will be sufficient. In all other cases we strongly recommend gauges of 10 – 16 mm² / AWG 8 – 6!
    The ground cable (same gauge as the +12 V wire) should be connected to a common ground reference point (this is located where the negative terminal of the battery is grounded to the metal body of the vehicle) or to a prepared metal location on the vehicle chassis, i.e. an area which has been cleaned of all paint residues.
    Attention: Solely use the Power Input plug which is included in delivery for connection (see page 31, fig. 2).

15. Connecting the remote input
    The remote input (REM IN) has to be connected to the radio remote output if the amplifiers Optical Input is solely used as signal input. We do not recommend controlling the remote input via the ignition switch to avoid pop noise during turn on / off.
    If one of the highlevel inputs A – H is used this input does not need to be connected as long as the car radio has BTL output stages.

16. Configuration of the remote input
    The UP 10DSP will be turned on automatically if the highlevel inputs are used or if a remote signal is applied to the remote input terminal (REM IN). The Auto Remote switch (page 31, point 12) allows to deactivate the automatic turn-on feature of the highlevel inputs. The feature should be deactivated if there are e.g.
    disturbing noises while switching on / off the amplifier.
    Note: If the automatic turn-on function is deactivated it is mandatory to use the remote input terminal to power up the amplifier! The highlevel signal will be ignored in this case.
    To deactivate the automatic turn-on feature you have to change the position of the Auto Remote switch to “Off”.

17. Configuration of the internal DSP
    The general amplifier settings should be conducted with the DSP PC-Tool software before using the amplifier for the first time.
    Ignoring this advice may result in damaging the connected speakers / amplifiers. Especially ifthe UP 10DSP will be used to drive fully active speaker systems, a wrong setup can destroy your tweeters right away.
    Information on connecting the UP 10DSP to a computer can be found on page 40.

18. Connecting the speaker outputs E – J
    The loudspeaker outputs allow to connect speaker systems using the included connection cable as well as subwoofers to the two power channels I & J (see page 33, fig. 3, no. 29 – 40).
    Never connect any of the loudspeaker cables with the chassis ground as this will damage your amplifier and your speakers. Ensure that the loudspeakers are correctly connected (in phase), i.e. plus to plus and minus to minus. Exchanging plus and minus causes a total loss of bass reproduction. The plus pole is indicated on most speakers. The impedance of the speak-ers must not be lower than 4 Ohms for channel
    E – H and 2 Ohms for channel I and J, otherwise the amplifier protection will be activated.
    Attention: Solely use the connection cable with the 12-pole connector and flying leads which is included in delivery for connecting further loudspeakers or an appropriate cable harness from the MATCH accessories program!

19. Connecting the remote output
    This output (REM OUT) is used to supply remote signals to additional amplifiers that are connected to the Line Out of the UP 10DSP.
    Always use this remote output signal to turn on the amplifiers in order to avoid on / off switching noises.

Examples for adjusting the input sensitivity of the channels G & H: 

Source

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Jumper position

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Input Gain in DSP PC-Tool

---|---|---

OEM-Radio Up to 25 Watts RMS power per channel at 4 Ohms or up to 50 Watts RMS power at 2 Ohms

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Low voltage range (J 1) – Ex factory jumper position (see fig. 1)

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OEM-Radio with additional amplifier >25 Watts and up to 200 Watts RMS power at 4 Ohms or up to 100 Watts RMS power per channel at 8 Ohms

|

High voltage range (J 2) (see fig. 2)

|

Figure 1:
Voltage range 4 – 16 Volts

Figure 2:
Voltage range 8 – 32 Volts

For further applications please contact your MATCH specialist dealer.

Configuration examples

Example 1: Channel routing with Virtual Channel Processing

4-channel head unit > Front: 3-way fully active; Rear: 2-way fully active

• Line Out for external subwoofer
  
  Example 2: 10-channel 1 to 1 channel routing (IOR) e.g.: Front 2-way fully active / Rear 2-way passive / Center 2 way fully active / Subwoofer with dual voice coil – only in combination with the optional MEC ANALOG IN module
  

• The high power signal inputs G & H (see page 35, point 4) are routed to the high power subwoofer channels I & J.

A basic DSP setup can be found at www.audiotec-fischer.de under Tools → Sound Setups.
Example 3: 9-channel 1 to 1 channel routing (IOR) e.g. Mercedes Burmester or BMW Harman Kardon with the optional MATCH UPGRADE harnesses – only in combination with the optional MEC ANALOG IN module

* The high power signal inputs G & H (see page 35, point 4) are routed to the high power subwoofer channels I & J.

A basic DSP setup can be found at www.audiotec-fischer.de under Tools → Sound Setups.
For further applications please contact your MATCH specialist dealer.

Connection to a PC

It is possible to freely configure the UP 10DSP with
our DSP PC-Tool software.
The user interface is designed for easy handling of all functions and allows an individual adjustment
of each of the 11 DSP channels. Prior to connecting the amplifier to your PC visit our website and download the latest version of the DSP PC-Tool software.
Check from time to time for software updates. You will find the software and a huge knowledge base at www.audiotec-fischer.com.
We strongly recommend to carefully read the DSP PC-Tool knowledge base before using the software for the first time in order to avoid any complications and failures.
Important: Make sure that the amplifier is not connected to your computer before the software and
USB driver are installed!
In the following the most important steps how to connect and the first start- up are described:

1. Download the latest version of the DSP PC-Tool software (available on our website :  www.audiotec-fischer.com) and install it on your computer.

2. Connect the amplifier to your computer using the USB cable that is included in delivery.
   If you have to bridge longer distances please use an active USB extension cable with integrated repeater or the optionally available WIFI CONTROL interface.

3. First turn on the amplifier and then start the software. The operating software will be updated automatically to the latest version if it is not up-to-date.

4. Now you are able to configure your UP 10DSP with our intuitive DSP PC-Tool software.
   Nevertheless, interesting and useful hints can be found in our knowledge base at www.audiotec-fischer.com.
   Caution: We highly recommend to set the volume of your car radio to minimum position during first start-up. Additionally no device should be connected to the Line Out until general settings in the DSP
   PC-Tool software have been made. Especially if the UP 10DSP will be used in fully active applications, a  wrong setup can destroy your speakers right away.

Virtual Channel Processing (VCP)

Operating concept of the VCP
In opposite to previous methods the Virtual Channel Processing (VCP) is a multi-stage signal processing
concept that enables the perfect configuration of complex sound systems, opening up completely new
possibilities for sound tuning.

The function extends the previous scope of the device by an additional layer of processed channels, which
is located between the inputs and outputs. A total of eight additional processed virtual channels and eleven
processed output channels are available.

This virtual channel layer offers several advantages, especially in complex system configurations.

The main advantages of this concept are:

• Cross-channel group equalizers that affect several output channels simultaneously
• Multi-way speaker configuration of DSP sound effects (SFX)
• Additional features such as Rear Attenuation

Virtual Channel Processing (VCP)

• Cross-channel group equalizer
  Example application: Active multi-way speaker configuration
  If an input signal (e.g. front left) is first routed to a virtual channel (Front L Full) and this signal is then
  routed to an active multi-way system (e.g. front left – tweeter, midrange and woofer), the group equalizer
  of the virtual channel will influence all assigned output channels in their tonality. The advantage of this
  concept is that any amplitude and phase shift of the group equalizer is applied to all channels of the multi-way configuration simultaneously, thus avoiding any negative impact on the interaction of the individual speaker channels.

• Multi-way configuration of the DSP sound effects (SFX)
  Example application: 2- or even 3-way center speaker
  After activating “Virtual Channel Processing”, the DSP sound effects, such as RealCenter management
  or Augmented Bass Processing, are also available. These are no longer linked to the outputs but tied to specific “virtual channels”.
  Front Processing: virtual channels Front L Full (A) and Front R Full (B)
  Center Processing: virtual channel Center Full (E)
  Augmented Bass Processing: virtual channels Subwoofer 1 (I) and Subwoofer 2 (J). The subwoofer volume is also tied to these channels.
  This makes it possible to route the DSP sound effects to any number of outputs, for example to realize 2- or even 3-way center speaker configurations. There are hardly any limits to flexibility here.

• Additional features
  In addition, the VCP enables the implementation of further new functions. One of these is, for example,
  the “Rear Attenuation”. With the help of a remote control, the volume of the virtual channels “Rear L
  Full” and “Rear R Full” can be controlled separately. So it is possible even without switching the sound
  setup, to adjust the volume of the rear speakers (or any other channel, which is routed through these channels).

Configuration of the Virtual Channel Processing (VCP)

To configure the VCP, you first have to enable “Virtual Channel Processing” in the DCM menu of the DSP
PC-Tool software. Therefore, go to the “Virtual Channel Processing” tab in the DCM menu and click on the
right box with the VCP graphic. Then the configuration will be carried out in two steps. Here’s an example
of a 3-way configuration with a 2-way input signal.
Workflow step 1 – Input routing
First, the input signals in the various input matrices (“Main to Virtual Routing”, “HEC / AUX to Virtual Routing”, “Digital to Virtual Routing”) need to be routed to the respective virtual channels. This is the same as in normal mode, means that the input signals on the left side are dragged and dropped onto the respective summation matrix. The difference to normal mode is that the names and signal properties of the virtual channels are defined here (Front L Full, Front R Full, Rear L Full, Rear R Full, Front Center Full etc.).

a. First, all input signals must be applied to the respective designated signal types of the virtual channels, means the input with the signal “front left” must be routed to the virtual channel “Front L Full” and so
forth.
b. In the case of an adaptation of an OEM active multi-way system, all “front left” signals in this example have to be summed up on the virtual channel “Front L Full” (the input EQ remains effective in the inputs as usual).

Configuration of the Virtual Channel Processing (VCP)

Workflow step 2 – Output routing
After all the input signals used in the respective signal routing matrix have been configured, the virtual channels must now be assigned to the physical output channels. Here, a virtual signal (e.g. Front L Full) can be assigned to multiple outputs, such as “front left” tweeter, midrange and woofer. The configuration of these speaker-specific output channels is done in the “Outputs” menu (called “Main” in normal mode) of the DSP PC-Tool. Here you can also configure the channel-specific equalizers, high- and lowpass filters, time alignment, output level and phase settings.

a. In order to assign the virtual channels to the respective output channels the individual virtual signals in the output routing matrix (“Virtual to Output Routing”) are dragged and dropped onto the output channels. At this point, the signals typically needn’t to be summed, means that each output of this matrix only receives one virtual signal. For example, the output “Front L High” is linked to the virtual signal “Front L Full”; the same is done for the Front L Low”.

b. At this point, even a virtual channel in which a DSP sound effect has been activated can be routed to multiple output channels. For example, the “Front Center Full” signal can be assigned to multiple output channels to create an active multi-way center speaker. The corresponding high- and lowpass filters are then configured in the output channels of the “Main” menu.

Workflow step 3 – Configuration of the virtual channels and notes on the application of the DSP sound effects (SFX)
Now switch to the “Virtual” menu of the DSP PC-Tool. Here you get an overview of the signal flow of the individual channels and the activated sound effects. In addition, it is possible to influence the tonality of all subsequent output channels of a virtual channel at the same time, for example with the help of the equalizer, polarity and other functions.

Notes on the configuration of the DSP sound effects (SFX)
The MATCH UP 10DSP provides unique DSP sound effects such as Augmented Bass Processing, RealCenter, and more when “Virtual Channel Processing” is enabled. In order to enjoy the DSP sound effects, certain settings must be made in the hardware and software configuration.
Note: The DSP sound effects are only available in the UP 10DSP when “Virtual Channel Processing” is enabled. “VCP” can be activated in the DCM menu of the DSP PC-Tool software.

Notes for center processing with its features “RealCenter” and “ClarityXpander”
To be able to use the RealCenter and ClarityXpander function for a center speaker, the following steps must be carried out:

1. a. It is necessary to assign an input signal to the virtual channels “Front L Full” and “Front R Full” (see workflow step 1).

2. b. In the input routing you have to assign either a sum signal (front left + front right) or an existing center signal to the virtual channel “Front Center Full”.
   Configuration of the Virtual Channel Processing (VCP)

3. Change to the “Virtual to Output Routing” matrix and route the “Virtual E – Front Center Full” channel to the desired output channels (as described in workflow step 2) to which the center processing shall be applied.
   
   For information about input routing see workflow step 1

4. Now switch to the FX menu and activate the desired sound effect in the “Center Processing” tab by setting the appropriate check mark.
   
   For information about output routing see workflow step 2

Notes for front processing with its StageXpander and ClarityXpander features
The StageXpander and Front ClarityXpander settings always affect the virtual channels “Front L Full” and “Front R Full”.

Hints for “Augmented Bass Processing” with its “Dynamic Bass Enhancement” and “SubXpander” function
For Augmented Bass Processing certain settings have to be made in order to use it.

1. An input signal has to be assigned to at least one of the virtual subwoofer channels (“Subwoofer 1” or “Subwoofer 2”) (see workflow step 1).
2. Change to the “Virtual to Output Routing” matrix and route the channel (s) “Virtual I – Subwoofer 1” and / or “Virtual J – Subwoofer 2” to the desired output channel or channels (as described in workflow step 2) to which the subwoofer signal and its Augmented Bass Processing shall be applied to.
3. Now switch to the FX menu and activate the desired sound effect.
   
   Note: the bass processing is switched on and off together for both “Subwoofer 1” and “Subwoofer 2” channels,
   nevertheless the two channels still remain separately processed for stereo applications.

Configuration of a subwoofer remote control

First, the appropriate remote control must be activated in the “Extended Features” tab in the DCM menu of the DSP PC-Tool software and configured, depending on the model.

If the VCP is not activated, the subwoofer remote control of the UP 10DSP is permanently assigned to
the output channels I and J. In this case it does not matter which output is named “Subwoofer” in the IO
routing matrix.
In the main menu you can also see to which outputs the SubRC (subwoofer remote control) is tied:

When VCP is activated, the subwoofer remote control is tied to the output channels that are supplied with one of the two virtual subwoofer signals (“Subwoofer 1” or “Subwoofer 2”) in the “Virtual to Output Routing” matrix. This can be any combination of output channels.

In the following example these are the amplifier outputs I and J:

Note: Please note that an input signal must be assigned to the two virtual subwoofer signals “Subwoofer 1” and / or “Subwoofer 2” in the other routing matrices.

Afterwards, the subwoofer control is also displayed in the Main menu next to the name of the channel [SubRC]:

ACO platform features

Beside the unique DSP sound effects the UP 10DSP provides a bunch of new system features.
In the DCM menu of the DSP PC-Tool software individual settings can be made for several of these system features.
Turn On & Off Delay
This function allows to determine the delay time with which the integrated DSP is switched on and off. The factory setting is 0.2 seconds. The delay time should only be modified if there are e.g. noises while switching on / off the amplifier.

URC Setup Switch Configuration
The ACO provides ten internal memory locations for sound setups instead of the common two.
By using an optional URC remote control or the Control pushbutton it is possible to toggle between two of the ten memory locations. These two memory locations can be determined in the “URC Setup Switch Configuration”. The memory locations one and two are preassigned ex works. To switch between all internal memory locations, the optionally available remote controls DIRECTOR and CONDUCTOR or the HELIX WIFI CONTROL are / is recommended.

Remote Output Configuration
This function controls if the remote output (which switches on and off the connected amplifiers) will be temporarily deactivated during a sound setup switch. This function is activated (ON) ex works.

ADEP.3 Configuration
If the UP 10DSP is connected to an OEM radio via the highlevel inputs it may happen that the ADEP.3 circuit has to be adapted to the diagnostic mode of the radio if the latter is equipped with a so-called “class SB” output stage.
The ADEP.3 circuit should be adjusted if there are e.g. distortions in the upper volume range.
The compatibility mode is disabled ex works.

Unique Features of the UP 10DSP

Class GD technology
Audiotec Fischer´s proprietary Class GD concept takes the efficiency of conventional Class D amps to the next level. By varying the internal supply voltage in several steps depending on the amplifier’s input signals, idle losses are significantly reduced and overall efficiency is close to maximum at any time. So heat dissipation is almost negligible, thus allowing smallest heat sinks and most compact form factors.

ACO – Advanced 32 Bit CoProcessor
The MATCH UP 10DSP amplifier incorporates an extraordinary powerful 32 Bit CoProcessor of the latest generation for all monitoring and communication tasks, both internally and externally. In opposite to the 8 Bit predecessor generation this MCU achieves way higher speeds with respect to setup switching and data communication with our DSP PC-Tool software. A further significant advantage is the integrated, native boot loader of the CoProcessor. It allows software upgrades of all components of the DSP in order to adjust the microcontroller-controlled ADEP.3 circuit for example at future modifications / changes in the diagnostic system of factory radios or if the device will be extended with additional interfaces. In addition, thanks to the new flash memory, the ACO offers 10 memory locations for sound setups instead of the common two.

Smart highlevel input ADEP.3
Modern, factory-installed car radios incorporate sophisticated possibilities of diagnosing the connected speakers. In particular the latest generation of car radios are equipped with additional monitoring functions so that failure messages and loss of specific features (e.g. fader function) quite often appear
if a common amplifier will be hooked up – but not with the UP 10DSP.
The new ADEP.3 circuit (Advanced Diagnostics Error Protection, 3rd Generation) avoids all these problems without loading the speaker outputs of the OE radio during high volumes unnecessarily.

Start-Stop capability
The switched power supply of the MATCH UP 10DSP assures a constant internal supply voltage even if the battery’s voltage drops to 6 Volts
during engine crank. If the supply voltage drops below 10.5 Volts for more than five seconds the amplifier goes to “Protect mode” (Status LED lights up red) in order to avoid any further discharge of the car’s battery.

Automatic Digital Signal Detection
The UP 10DSP allows signal-controlled switching between the analog inputs and the digital input. As son as an input signal is detected on the Optical Input, the amplifier automatically switches to this input. This feature can be deactivated in the DSP PC-Tool software. Alternatively you can use an optional remote control for manual switching between analog and digital inputs.

Power Save Mode
The Power Save Mode is incorporated in the basic setup. It allows to significantly reduce the power consumption of the UP 10DSP and potentially connected amplifiers once there’s no input signal present for more than 60 seconds. Please note that in many up-to-date cars with “CAN” or any other internal bus structures it may happen that the radio remains “invisibly” turned on for up to 45 min. even after locking and leaving the car! Once the “Power Save Mode“ is active the remote output and therefore the connected amplifiers will be turned off. The
MATCH UP 10DSP will reactivate the remote output within a second if a music signal is applied. It is possible to either modify the turn-off time of 60 sec. or completely deactivate the “Power Save Mode” via the DSP PC-Tool software.

Installation of a MATCH Extension Card

It is possible to extend the functionality of the MATCH UP 10DSP amplifier by adding further interfaces like a Bluetooth® Audio Streaming module, a High Resolution Audio USB soundcard etc.

To install a MATCH Extension Card it is necessary to remove the side panel of the UP 10DSP and replace it by the new side panel that comes with the MEC module.

Attention: Install the MEC module only in the designated device and its specific slot. Using the MEC module in other devices or slots can result in damage of the MEC module, the amplifier, the head unit / car radio or other connected devices!

Read in the following the steps how to install a MEC module:

1. First disconnect all cables from the device.

2. Dismantle the side panel where the USB input is located by removing the Phillips screws.

3. Pull out the bottom plate.

4. Prepare the module for installing it into the device. Any further mounting information will be found in the instruction manual of the respective MEC module.

5. Insert the MEC module into the specific slot of the device which is marked in the following picture.
   

6. Make sure that the MEC module is installed properly and all pins are fully inserted into the socket.
   
   

7. Reinsert the bottom plate and fix the new sidepanel which is delivered with the MEC module with the Phillips screws.

8. Bolt the MEC module to the side panel. Precise mounting information will be found in the instruction manual of the respective MEC module.

9. Reconnect all cables to the device.

10. Turn on the amplifier. The MEC module is automatically detected by the device and the Status LED of the MEC module lights up green.

11. Now you are able to configure the MEC module in the DSP PC-Tool software.

Technical Data

Output power RMS
– Channel A – H ………………………………………………………….. 8 x 65 Watts @ 4 Ohms
– Sub Out I – J ……………………………………………………………. 2 x 90 Watts @ 4 Ohms
2 x 160 Watts @ 2 Ohms
Amplifier technology …………………………………………………… Class GD
Inputs……………………………………………………………………….. 8 x Highlevel speaker input
1 x Optical SPDIF (12 – 96 kHz)
1 x Remote In
Input sensitivity………………………………………………………….. Channels A – F: 4 – 16 Volts
Channels G – H: 4 – 16 Volts or 8 – 32 Volts
Input impedance………………………………………………………… 9 – 33 Ohms with ADEP.3
Outputs…………………………………………………………………….. 10 x Speaker output
1 x RCA / Cinch
1 x Remote Out
Output voltage RCA / Cinch…………………………………………. 3 Volts
Frequency response…………………………………………………… 10 Hz – 22,000 Hz
DSP power ……………………………………………………………….. 64 Bit / 295 MHz
Sampling rate ……………………………………………………………. 48 kHz
DSP type …………………………………………………………………..Audio signal processor
Signal converters………………………………………………………..A/D: BurrBrown
D/A: BurrBrown
Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted)………………………………… Digital input: 105 dB
Analog input: 103 dB
Distortion (THD)…………………………………………………………. < 0.03 %
Damping factor………………………………………………………….. > 100
Operating voltage ………………………………………………………. 10.5 – 18 Volts (max. 5 sec. down to 6 Volts)
Power rating ……………………………………………………………… DC 12 V 60 A max.
Current draw……………………………………………………………… 500 mA
Max. remote output current …………………………………………. 500 mA
Fuse…………………………………………………………………………. 2 x 25 A LP-Mini-fuse (APS)
Additional features……………………………………………………… Class GD technology with dynamically
controlled power supply, 32 Bit CoProcessor,
ADEP.3 circuit, Start-Stop capability, Smart
Control Port, USB, MEC slot, Auto Remote
switch, galvanically isolated Line Out
Dimensions (H x W x D) ……………………………………………… 46 x 145 x 163 mm / 1.81 x 5.71 x 6.42”

Warranty Disclaimer

The warranty service is based on the statutory regulations. Defects and damage caused by overload or improper handling are excluded from the warranty service. Any return can only take place following prior consultation, in the original packaging together with a detailed description of the error and a valid proof of purchase.

Technical modifications and errors excepted! We accept no liability for damage to the vehicle or device defects caused by the incorrect operation of the device. This product has been issued a CE marking. This means that the device is certified for use in vehicles within the European Union (EU).

Note:
“The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Audiotec Fischer GmbH is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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26 · 57392 Schmallenberg · Germany
Tel.: +49 2972 9788 0 · Fax: +49 2972 9788 88
E-mail: match@audiotec-fischer.com · Internet: www.audiotec-fischer.com
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References

• High-End Car Hifi & Audio - Made in Germany | Audiotec Fischer
• High-End Car Hifi & Audio - Made in Germany | Audiotec Fischer

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