Operating Instruction Manual

PROFESSIONAL POWER AMP

Model P-75D, P-150D, P-300D

P-75D

P-150D

P-300D

TOA Corporation
KOBE, JAPAN
Contents

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2~ 3
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4~ 6
Performance Graphs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7~12
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13~14
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15~16
Input/Output Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17~22
Installation Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 3 ~ 2 6
Appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Precautions

1. XLR type audio connectors are factory wired as follows.

Pins 1 and 2 are ground (shield); pin 3 is hot (high, plus).

The connector wiring changes with use of an optional matching transformer.

(Model No. PU-101T)
Pin 1 is ground (shield), Pin 2 is cold (low, minus), and pin 3 is hot (high,
plus).
2. Care should be taken in making connections, selecting signal sources and
controlling the output level to avoid any damage to loads.

3. Never parallel the two amplifier outputs together.

4. Do not operate the amplifier from power mains which exceeds the indicated
mains voltage by more than 10%.

5. Never connect the output of the amplifier to any other power source.

6. Do not expose the amplifier to corrosive chemicals or liquids such as, soft
drinks, salt water, etc.

7. Always refer the amplifier to qualified technical service personnel. There

are no user servicable parts inside.

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General Description

The P-75D, P-150D and P-300D are Toa professional 2-channel (stereo) power
amplifiers, with nominal power outputs of 75 watts, 150 watts and 300 watts,
respectively per channel with both channels driven into 8 ohms. Into 4 ohms they
deliver 100 watts, 220 watts and 480 watts. In BTL (Bridged) mono use, the P-
75D, P-150D and P-300D deliver 200 watts, 440 watts and 960 watts of power
into 8 ohms. All models have frequency response of +0dB, –0.5dB (20Hz to
20kHz), total harmonic distortion of less than 0.1% (at each nominal power
outputs, 8 ohms, 20Hz to 20kHz).
Each model offers many unique features such as, an octal socket for optional
matching transformer to convert unbalanced input to balanced, magnetic circuit
breaker, calibrated input attenuator, short circuit protection circuitry, 3-second
turn-on delay, current limiter circuitry, protection indicator LED's, signal
presence indicator LED's, peak indicator LED's, ground terminal strip, high pass
filter, mono/stereo mode switch, and true dual-mono configuration. Protection
indicator LED's are designed to actuate in cases of short circuit, D.C drift, turn-on
delay and thermal warning. The signal presence indicator LED's glow when
more than -30dB signal level is fed to the inputs.
For ease of maintenance and service, each channel of these amplifiers is built
with modular, plug-in boards on a sub-chassis that can be quickly removed and
replaced or repaired.
All models are mechanically reinforced by a rugged front panel made of 3mm
(1/8") thick cast-aluminum and lined with another 3mm (1/8") thick steel. With
their overall sturdy construction, they are capable of withstanding even the
roughest use on the road.

Features

1. Magnetic Circuit Breaker Power Switch

Both the primary mains (A.C. line) overload protection and the on/off switch
are combined into a rocker-actuated, magnetic circuit breaker, whose
operation, unlike fuses, is predictable and independent of temperature.
Returning the switch to the "on" position resets the system.

2. Calibrated Input Attenuators

22-step detented input attenuators are provided for easy, accurate input
sensitivity adjustment. The attenuators are in 2dB steps from 0dB
attenuation to -34dB, then steps of -37dB, -42dB, -50dB, infinity. This
arrangement provides a smooth, noise free transition from the highest to the
lowest audio level.

3. Short-Circuit Protection Circuitry

Speaker protection is provided with relay circuitry that disconnects the load
whenever a short-circuit or harmful D.C. current is present across the output
terminals.

4. 3-Second Turn-On Delay

To help eliminate annoying clicks or pops which can occur upon turn-on in
large sound systems, a three second mute/delay circuit is incorporated. The
mute/delay circuit actuates the relay, and then disconnects the speakers the
instant the circuit breaker is shut off.

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Features

5. Current Limiter Circuitry

Protection against shorted and low impedance loads is provided with
dependable current limiting as well as protection against overloaded power
supplies and input overload.

6. Protection Indicator LED's (Including Thermal Warning)

The LED's illuminate when the protection relay is activated in the following
situations.
1) Short-circuit
2) D.C. drift
3) Turn-on delay
The LED's also flash when either of two heat sinks reaches more than 105°C
in temperature.

7. Signal Presence Indicator LED's

The LEDs glow when more than –30dB level signal is fed to the inputs
regardless of the input attenuator setting and output power level. They are
helpful to assure that sufficient input signal is fed to drive the amplifiers.

8. Peak Indicator LED's

The LED's actuate by means of an input/output comparator, and glow when
the output signal is clipped.

9. Ground Terminal Strip

Provision for isolating chassis ground from signal ground is provided on the
rear panel.

10. High Pass Filter Switch

A switchable 15Hz high pass filter (12dB/octave) is provided to prevent
damage from subsonic frequencies.

11. Heavy aluminum Die-Cast Panel

The power amplifiers are constructed to withstand even the roughest use on
the road. Their aluminum die-cast front panels are mountable in standard
19-inch rack. A pair of sturdy carrying handles provide protection for the
front panel controls and easy handling.

12. Mono/Stereo Mode Switch

An external slide switch provides quick and easy conversion for
determining the power amplifiers' operating configuration as a single or dual
channel amplifier.

13. Two Regulated AC Supplies (applicable to P-300D)

The P-300D is designed in a true dual-mono configuration. There are two
completely separate amplifiers sharing only a common chassis and AC cord.
Even the circuit breaker AC switches are separate.

The P-150 and P-75D are designed in dual-mono configuration, but share one
power transformer and circuit breaker AC switch.

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 Specifications (P-75D)

Power Output Controls

75 watts minimum sine wave continuous average power Input Attenuators
output per channel with both channel driving 8-ohm loads 22-position, log-linear, detented and dB-calibrated input
over a power band from 20Hz to 20kHz. The maximum attenuators (one per channel) attenuates input signal in
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) at any power level from 2dB steps from 0dB attenuation to -34dB, then steps of
250 milliwatts to 75 watts shall be no more than 0.1%. -37dB, -42dB, -50dB, infinity.

100 watts minimum sine wave continuous average power Circuit Breaker AC Switch
output per channel with both channel driving 4-ohm loads
over a power band from 20Hz to 20kHz. The maximum High Pass Filter Switches (IN/OUT)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) at any power level from -12dB per octave at 15Hz
250 milliwatts to 100 watts shall be no more than 0.15%.
Accessory Switches (IN/OUT)
80 watts continuous average sine wave power into 8 ohms Bypass for octal socket
with less than 0.1% THD, at 1 kHz, both channels driven.
Frequency Response Mode Switch
+0dB, –0.5dB, 20Hz to 20kHz Switchable for stereo/mono mode operation
Total Harmonic Distortion Overall Protection
Less than 0.005% at 75 watts, 8-ohm, 1kHz AC line is protected by circuit breaker.
Less than 0.1% at 75 watts, 8-ohm, 20Hz to 20kHz Protection LED's flashes when heat sink temperature
Intermodulation Distortion reaches more than 105°C.
0.05% using frequencies of 60Hz and 7kHz, mixed in a Protection LED's turn on when the protection relay
ratio of 4:1, at power output of 25 watts into 8-ohm activates in such cases that DC currant is fed to output,
Input Sensitivity and that short-circuit occurs.
An input of +4dB (1.23V), ±0.5dB, produces an output of Turn On/Turn Off
75 watts into 8-ohm, INPUT ATTENUTOR set for No turn off transient. Three second delay turn On with
maximum level minimum thumps and no dagerous transients
Input Impedance AC Line Voltage
10k-ohm (unbalanced) AC mains. 50Hz/60Hz Dimensions (W×H×D)
Damping Factor Power Consumption 483 × 89 × 475 (mm)
Greater than 150 at any frequency from 20Hz to 1kHz 400 watts maximum 19 × 3-1/2 × 18-3/4 (inches)
Greater than 50 at any frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz Finish Weight
Impedance Actual Output Black painting 13kg (29 lbs)
Less than 0.06 ohms at any frequency from 20Hz to 1kHz
Less than 0.15 ohms at any frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz
Hum and Noise MONAURAL MODE SPECIFICATIONS
109dB below rated output (20Hz — 20kHz)
114dB below rated output (IHF-A weighted)
(P-75D)
Rise Time
10 microseconds, or better (10% -90% of 1 volt at 1kHz Power Output
square wave output) 150 watts minimum sine wave continuous average power
Slew Rate output monaural driving 16-ohm loads over a power band
10 volts per microsecond, or better (at 25 watts into 8-ohm, from 20Hz to 20kHz. The maximum Total Harmonic
200kHz square wave input) Distortion (THD) at any power level from 250 milliwatts
Channel Separation to 150 watts shall be no more than 0.1%.
At least 95dB at 1kHz
At least 85dB at 20kHz 200 watts minimum sine wave continuous average power
Phase Shift output monaural driving 8-ohm loads over a power band
20Hz to 20kHz, ±15 degrees from 20Hz to 20kHz. The maximum Total Harmonic
Offset Voltage Distortion (THD) at any power level from 250 milliwatts
Less than ±10mV DC to 200 watts shall be no more than 0.15%.
Input Connectors (per channel)
One "male" and one "female" XLR connector in paralle, 2 210 watts continuous average sine wave power into 8-ohm
"cold", pin 3 "hot", and pin 1 "shield". XLR's are with less than 0.1% THD at 1kHz
unbalanced and in parallel with two tip-sleeve (standard) Frequency Response
phone jack. +0dB, –0.5dB, 20Hz to 20kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion
Accessory Socket Less than 0.05% at 200 watts into 8-ohm at 1kHz
8-pin octal socket accepts an optional matching trans- Intermodulation Distortion
former module for balanced input, or user options (pins 0.05% using frequencies of 60Hz and 7kHz, mixed in a ratio
include ±VCC, signal input/output and circuit ground) of 4:1, at power output of 50 watts into 8-ohm
Output Connectors (per channel) Damping Factor (at 16-ohm)
Barrier Strip Terminal Greater than 100 at any frequency from 20Hz to 1kHz
Ground Terminal Strip Greater than 30 at any frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz
2 lug terminal block with removal shorting strap Impedance Actual Output
Indicators Less than 0.15-ohm at any frequency from 20Hz to 1kHz
A pair of green LED's for signal presence Less than 0.3-ohm at any frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz
A pair of red LED's for output clipping Hum and Noise
A pair of red LED's for circuit protection and thermal 112dB below rated output (20Hz to 20kHz)
warning 116dB below rated output (IHG-A weighted)
A green LED for power ON
Note: 0dB is referenced to 0.775 volts RMS.

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 Specifications (P-150D)

Power Output Controls

150 waits minimum sine wave continuous average power Input Attenuators 22-position, log-linear, detented and
output per channel with both channel driving 8-ohm loads dB-calibrated input attenuators (one per channel)
over a power band from 20Hz to 20kHz. The maximum attenuates input signal in 2dB steps from 0dB attenuation
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) at any power level from to -34dB, then steps of -37dB, -42dB, -50dB, infinity.
250 milliwatts to 150 watts shall be no more than 0.1%.
Circuit Breaker AC Switch
220 watts minimum sine wave continuous average power
output per channel with both channel driving 4-ohm loads High Pass Filter Switches (IN/OUT)
over a power band from 20Hz to 20kHz. The maximum -12dB per octave at 15Hz
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) at any power level from
250 milliwatts to 220 watts shall be no more than 0.15%. Accessory Switches (IN/OUT)
Bypass for octal socket
160 watts continuous average sine wave power into 8
ohms with less than 0.1% THD, at 1 kHz, both channels Mode Switch
driven. Switchable for stereo/mono mode operation
Frequency Response Overall Protection
+0dB, –0.5dB, 20Hz to 20kHz AC line is protected by circuit breaker.
Total Harmonic Distortion Protection LED's flashes when heat sink temperature
Less than 0.001% at 150 watts, 8-ohm, 1kHz reaches more than 105°C.
Less than 0.1% at 150 watts, 8-ohm, 20Hz to 20kHz Protection LED's turn on when the protection relay
Intermodulation Distortion activates in such cases that DC currant is fed to output,
0.05% using frequencies of 60Hz and 7kHz, mixed in a and that short-circuit occures.
ratio of 4:1, at power output of 50 watts into 8-ohm Turn On/Turn Off
Input Sensitivity No turn off transient. Three second delay turn On with
An input of +4dB (1.23V), ±0.5dB, produces an output of minimum thumps and no dagerous transients
150 watts into 8-ohm, INPUT ATTENUTOR set for AC Line Voltage
maximum level AC mains. 50Hz/60Hz Dimensions (W×H×D)
Input Impedance Power Consumption 483 × 133 × 475 (mm)
10k-ohm (unbalanced) 800 watts maximum 19 × 5-1/4 × 18-3/4 (inches)
Damping Factor Finish Weight
Greater than 150 at any frequency from 20Hz to 1kHz Black painting 20kg (44 lbs)
Greater than 70 at any frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz
Impedance Actual Output
Less than 0.06 ohms at any frequency from 20Hz to 1kHz
Less than 0.12 ohms at any frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz MONAURAL MODE SPECIFICATIONS
Hum and Noise (P-150D)
110dB below rated output (20Hz — 20kHz) 115dB below
rated output (IHF-A weighted) Power Output
Rise Time 300 watts minimum sine wave continuous average power
10 microseconds, or better (10% -90% of 1 volt at 1kHz output monaural driving 16-ohm loads over a power band
square wave o u t p u t ) from 20Hz to 20kHz. The maximum Total Harmonic
Slew Rate Distortion (THD) at any power level from 250 milliwatts
10 volts per microsecond, or better (at 50 watts into 8-ohm, to 300 watts shall be no more than 0.1%.
200kHz square wave input)
Channel Separation 440 watts minimum sine wave continuous average power
At least 95dB at 1kHz output monaural driving 8-ohm loads over a power band
At least 75dB at 20kHz from 20Hz to 20kHz. The maximum Total Harmonic
Phase Shift Distortion (THD) at any power level from 250 milliwatts
20Hz to 20kHz, ±15 degrees to 440 watts shall be no more than 0.15%.
Offset Voltage
Less than ±10mV DC 500 watts continuous average sine wave power into 8-ohm
Input Connectors (per channel) with less than 0.1% THD at 1kHz
One "male" and one "female" XLR connector in paralle, 2 Frequency Response
"cold", pin 3 "hot", and pin 1 "shield". XLR's are +0dB, –0.5dB, 20Hz to 20kHz
unbalanced and in parallel with two tip-sleeve (standard) Total Harmonic Distortion
phone jack. Less than 0.01% at 440 watts into 8-ohm at 1kHz
Intermodulation Distortion
Accessory Socket 0.05% using frequencies of 60Hz and 7kHz, mixed in a ratio
8-pin octal socket accepts an optional matching trans- of 4:1, at power o u t p u t of 100 watts into 8-ohm
former module for balanced input, or user options (pins Damping Factor (at 16-ohm)
include ±VCC, signal input/output and circuit ground) Greater than 100 at any frequency from 20Hz to 1kHz
Output Connectors (per channel) Greater than 70 at any frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz
Barrier Strip Terminal Impedance Actual Output
Ground Terminal Strip Less than 0.16-ohm at any frequency from 20Hz to 1kHz
2 lug terminal block with removal shorting strap Less than 0.2-ohm at any frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz
Indicators Hum and Noise
A pair of green LED's for signal presence 110dB below rated output (20Hz to 20kHz)
A pair of red LED's for output clipping 115dB below rated o u t p u t (IHG-A weighted)
A pair of red LED's for circuit protection and thermal
warning Note: 0dB is referenced to 0.775 volts RMS.
A green LED for power ON

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 Specifications (P-300D)

Power Output Controls

300 watts minimum sine wave continuous average power Input Attenuators
output per channel with both channel driving 8-ohm loads 22-position, log-linear, detented and dB-calibrated input
over a power band from 20Hz to 20kHz. The maximum attenuators (one per channel) attenuates input signal in
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) at any power level from 2dB steps from 0dB a t t e n u a t i o n to -34dB, then steps of
250 milliwatts to 300 watts shall be no more than 0.1%. -37dB, -42dB, -50dB, i n f i n i t y .

480 watts minimum sine wave continuous average power Circuit Breaker AC Switch
output per channel with both channel driving 4-ohm loads
over a power band from 20Hz to 20kHz. The maximum High Pass Filter Switches (IN/OUT)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) at any power level from -12dB per octave at 15Hz
250 milliwatts to 480 watts shall be no more than 0.15%.
Accessory Switches (IN/OUT)
320 watts continuous average sine wave power into 8 Bypass for octal socket
ohms with less than 0.1% THD, at 1 kHz, both channels
driven. Mode Switch
Frequency Response Switchable for stereo/mono mode operation
+0dB, –0.5dB, 20Hz to 20kHz Overall Protection
Total Harmonic Distortion AC line is protected by circuit breaker.
Less than 0.01% at 300 watts, 8-ohm, 1kHz Protection LED's flashes when heat sink temperature
Less than 0.1% at 300 watts, 8-ohm, 20Hz to 20kHz reaches more t h a n 105°C.
Intermodulation Distortion Protection LED's turn on when the protection relay
0.05% using frequencies of 60Hz and 7kHz, mixed in a activates in such cases t h a t DC currant is fed to o u t p u t ,
ratio of 4:1, at power output of 100 watts into 8-ohm and that short-circuit occurs.
Input Sensitivity Turn On/Turn Off
An input of +4dB (1.23V), ±0.5dB, produces an output of No turn off transient. Three second delay turn On with
300 watts into 8-ohm, INPUT ATTENUTOR set for minimum thumps and no dagerous transients
maximum level AC Line Voltage
Input Impedance AC mains. 50Hz/60Hz Dimensions (W×H×D)
10k-ohm (unbalanced) Power Consumption 483 × 222 × 475 ( m m )
Damping Factor 1.7k watts maximum 19 × 8-3/4 × 18-3/4 (inches)
Greater than 260 at any frequency from 20Hz to 1kHz Finish Weight
Greater than 95 at any frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz Black painting 35kg (77 lbs)
Impedance Actual Output
Less than 0.03 ohms at any frequency from 20Hz to 1kHz
Less than 0.08 ohms at any frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz
Hum and Noise
109dB below rated output (20Hz — 20kHz) MONAURAL MODE SPECIFICATIONS
114dB below rated output (IHF-A weighted) (P-300D)
Rise Time Power Output
10 microseconds, or better (10% -90% of 1 volt at 1kHz 600 watts minimum sine wave continuous average power
square wave output) output monaural driving 16-ohm loads over a power band
Slew Rate from 20Hz to 20kHz. The maximum Total Harmonic
10 volts per microsecond, or better (at 100 watts into 8- Distortion (THD) at any power level from 250 milliwatts
ohm, 200kHz square wave i n p u t ) to 600 watts shall be no more than 0.1%.
Channel Separation
At least 90dB at 1kHz 960 watts minimum sine wave continuous average power
At least 75dB at 20kHz output monaural driving 8-ohm loads over a power band
Phase Shift from 20Hz to 20kHz. The maximum Total Harmonic
20Hz to 20kHz, ±15 degrees Distortion (THD) at any power level from 250 milliwatts
Offset Voltage to 960 watts shall be no more than 0.15%.
Less than ±10mV DC
Input Connectors (per channel) 1100 watts continuous average sine wave power into 8-
One "male" and one "female" XLR connector in paralle, 2 ohm with less than 0.1% THD at 1kHz
"cold", pin 3 "hot", and pin 1 "shield". XLR's are Frequency Response
unbalanced and in parallel with two tip-sleeve (standard) +0dB, –0.5dB, 20Hz to 20kHz
phone jack. Total Harmonic Distortion
Less than 0.005% at 960 watts into 8-ohm at 1kHz
Accessory Socket Intermodulation Distortion
8-pin octal socket accepts an optional matching trans- 0.05% using frequencies of 60Hz and 7kHz, mixed in a ratio
former module for balanced input, or user options (pins of 4:1, at power o u t p u t of 200 watts into 8-ohm
include ±VCC, signal i n p u t / o u t p u t and circuit ground) Damping Factor (at 16-ohm)
Output Connectors (per channel) Greater than 160 at any frequency from 20Hz to 1kHz
Standard 3/4-inch spacing, "5-way" binding posts Greater than 50 at any frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz
Ground Terminal Strip Impedance Actual Output
2 lug terminal block with removal shorting strap Less than 0.1-ohm at any frequency from 20Hz to 1kHz
Indicators Less than 0.3-ohm at any frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz
A pair of green LED's for signal presence Hum and Noise
A pair of red LED's for output clipping 109dB below rated o u t p u t (20Hz to 20kHz)
A pair of red LED's for circuit protection and thermal 114dB below rated output (IHG-A weighted)
warning
A green LED for power ON Note: 0dB is referenced to 0.775 volts RMS.

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 Performance Graphs (P-75D)

POWER BANDWIDTH LOAD IMPEDANCE vs POWER OUTPUT FREQUENCY RESPONSE

(BOTH CHANNELS DRIVEN) (BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN)

T.H.D. vs FREQUENCY T.H.D. vs POWER OUTPUT INTERMODULATION DISTORTION

(BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN) (BOTH CHANNELS DRIVEN) VS POWER OUTPUT (ONE CHANNEL DRIVEN)
MEASURED WITH A 4 : 1 MIX AT 60 Hz and 7 kHz

DAMPING FACTOR vs FREQUENCY ACTUAL OUTPUT IMPEDANCE CROSSTALK

AT 8 LOAD IMPEDANCE vs FREQUENCY (BOTH INPUT ATTENUATORS
AT MAXIMUM LEVEL)

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 Performance Graphs (P-75D)

PHASE RESPONSE POWER CONSUMPTION POWER EFFICIENCY

(BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN) (BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN)

POWER BANDWIDTH (MONO MODE) LOAD IMPEDANCE vs POWER OUTPUT FREQUENCY RESPONSE (MONO MODE)
(MONO MODE)

T.H.D. vs FREQUENCY (MONO MODE) T.H.D. vs POWER OUTPUT POWER CONSUMPTION

(MONO MODE) (MONO MODE)

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 Performance Graphs (P-150D)

POWER BANDWIDTH LOAD IMPEDANCE vs POWER OUTPUT FREQUENCY RESPONSE

(BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN) (BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN)

T.H.D. vs FREQUENCY T.H.D. vs POWER OUTPUT INTERMODULATION DISTORTION

(BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN) (BOTH CHANNELS DRIVEN) VS POWER OUTPUT (ONE CHANNEL DRIVEN)
MEASURED WITH A 4 : 1 MIX AT 60 Hz and 7 kHz

DAMPING FACTOR vs FREQUENCY ACTUAL OUTPUT IMPEDANCE CROSSTALK

AT 8 LOAD IMPEDANCE vs FREQUENCY (BOTH INPUT ATTENUATORS
AT MAXIMUM LEVEL)

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 Performance Graphs (P-150D)

PHASE RESPONSE POWER CONSUMPTION POWER EFFICIENCY

(BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN) (BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN)

POWER BANDWIDTH (MONO MODE) LOAD IMPEDANCE vs POWER OUTPUT FREQUENCY RESPONSE (MONO MODE)
(MONO MODE)

T.H.D. vs FREQUENCY (MONO MODE) T.H.D. vs POWER OUTPUT POWER CONSUMPTION

(MONO MODE) (MONO MODE)

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 Performance Graphs (P-300D)

POWER BANDWIDTH LOAD IMPEDANCE vs POWER OUTPUT FREQUENCY RESPONSE

(BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN) (BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN)

T.H.D. vs FREQUENCY T.H.D. vs POWER OUTPUT INTERMODULATION DISTORTION

(BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN) (BOTH CHANNELS DRIVEN) VS POWER OUTPUT (ONE CHANNEL DRIVEN)
MEASURED WITH A 4 : 1 MIX AT 60 Hz and 7 kHz

DAMPING FACTOR vs FREQUENCY ACTUAL OUTPUT IMPEDANCE CROSSTALK

vs FREQUENCY (BOTH INPUT ATTENUATORS
AT MAXIMUM LEVEL)

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 Performance Graphs (P-300D)

PHASE RESPONSE POWER CONSUMPTION POWER EFFICIENCY

(BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN) (BOTH CHANNEL DRIVEN)

POWER BANDWIDTH (MONO MODE) LOAD IMPEDANCE vs OUTPUT POWER FREQUENCY RESPONSE (MONO MODE)
(MONO MODE)

T.H.D. vs FREQUENCY (MONO MODE) T.H.D. vs OUTPUT POWER POWER CONSUMPTION

(MONO MODE) (MONO MODE)

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Front Panel

P-75D

P-150D

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Front Panel

P-300D

Input Attenuators
Calibrated in dB, detented input attenuators decrease input signal levels before the amplifier stage.

Power Indicator LED

The green LED glows when the power switch is "on".

Signal Presence Indicator LED's

The LED's glow when more than —30dB level signal is fed to the inputs regardless of the input attenuator
setting and output power level.

Peak Indicator LED's

The peak indicator LED will glow when the amplifier reaches just below clipping. It is quite common for
the LED to flash on and off during high level operation. However, if the LED remains steadily lighted, the
input attenuator level should be lowered until the LED only flashes at the highest peaks.

Protection Indicator LED's

These LED's remain lit for 3 seconds after the power switch has been turned on. They also come on when
the protection circuit is activated, and flash when the temperature of the heat sinks exceeds 105°C. See
Table "Fault Protection" on page 26.

Circuit Breaker Power Switch

This switch is a combination circuit breaker and a power mains ON/OFF switch. If the circuit breaker
trips, it may be reset by first setting to the "OFF" position and then returning to the "POWER ON"
position, always check the amplifier and associated wiring before resetting the circuit breaker.

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Rear Panel

P-75D

P-150D

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Rear Panel

P-300D

Input connectors
The two XLR input connectors on each channel are unbalanced and are wired in parallel with each other
and with the two phone jacks that can accept tip/sleeve as well as a tip/ring/sleeve type of plug.

Accessory
To convert the XLR input connectors to balanced operation, remove the octal socket cover and insert the
matching transformer (PU-101T). Then loosen the screw and set the In/Out switch to "In" after removing
the L shaped metal fitting. You can prevent accidental change in switch position by attaching the metal
fitting to the OUT side. The same metal fitting is used in the High Pass Filter Switch and Mode Switch on
each channel to secure the desired switch position.

High Pass Filter Switch

A switchable 15Hz high pass filter (12dB/octave) prevents damage from subsonic frequencies.

Mono/Stereo Mode Switch

Place this switch in the STEREO position for dual amplifier use, and in the MONO position for single
amplifier use.

Output Connectors
Standard 5-way binding posts (3/4" spacing) accept banana plugs or direct wired connections. For mono
use, two red binding posts are used with the mode switch in the MONO position.

Ground Terminal Strip

Remove the strap to isolate chassis ground from signal ground. This may help prevent ground loop hums
caused by multiple ground paths.
AC Power Cord.

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Input/Output Connections

P-75D Typical Stereo Hookup

All XLR type connectors are unbalanced
connection. The pin 1 and 2 ground (shield)
the pin 3 hot (high, plus).

UNBALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

All Phone jacks are unbalanced connection.

UNBALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

OPTIONAL INPUT TRANSFOMER

BALANCED SIGNAL model PU-101T
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

The pin 1 ground (shield), the pin 2 cold (Low, minus),

the pin 3 hot (high, plus).

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Input/Output Connections

P-75D Typical Mono Hookup

UNBALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

UNBALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

OPTIONAL INPUT TRANSFOMER

model PU-101T
BALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

For balanced connection, all devices involved need to be of balanced type. When extending the
amplifier using the bridge terminal of the P-75D, insert the PU-101T matching transformer into the
octal socket marked "ACCESSORY", and set the ACCESSORY IN/OUT switch to IN.

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Input/Output Connections

P-150D Typical Stereo Hookup

All XLR type connectors are unbalanced connec-
tion.
The pin 1 and 2 ground (shield), the pin
3 hot (high, plus).

UNBALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

All Phone jacks are unbalanced connection.

UNBALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

BALANCED SIGNAL OPTIONAL INPUT TRANSFORMER

FROM MIXER, model PU-101T
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

The pin 1 ground (shield), the pin 2 cold (low, minus),

the pin 3 hot (high, plus).

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Input/Output Connections

P-150D Typical Mono Hookup

UNBALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

UNBALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

BALANCED SIGNAL OPTIONAL INPUT TRANSFORMER

FROM MIXER, model PU-101T
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

For balanced connection, all devices involved need to be of balanced type. When extending the
amplifier using the bridge terminal of the P-75D, insert the PU-101T matching transformer into the
octal socket marked "ACCESSORY", and set the ACCESSORY IN/OUT switch to IN.

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Input/Output Connections

P-300D Typical Stereo Hookup

All XLR type connectors are unbalanced
connection.
The pin 1 and 2 ground (shield),
the pin 3 hot (high, plus).

UNBALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

UNBALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

The pin 1 ground (shield),

the pin 2 cold (low, minus),
the pin 3 hot (high, plus).
BALANCED SIGNAL OPTIONAL INPUT TRANSFORMER
FROM MIXER, model PU-101T
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

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Input/Output Connections

P-300D Typical Mono Hookup

UNBALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

UNBALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER,
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC.

OPTIONAL INPUT
TRANSFORMER
model PU-101T

BALANCED SIGNAL
FROM MIXER, The pin 1 ground (shield),
PREAMPLIFIER, ETC. the pin 2 cold (low, minus),
the pin 3 hot (high, plus).

For balanced connection, all devices involved need to be of balanced type. When extending the
amplifier using the bridge terminal of the P-75D, insert the PU-101T matching transformer into the
octal socket marked "ACCESSORY", and set the ACCESSORY IN/OUT switch to IN.

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Installation Precaution

Input and output cables

In view of high power output produced, separate the input cable from the output cable when
installing the P-75D, P-150D or P-300D. If they are in close proximity to each other, oscillation may
occur. Particular care should be given to the wiring when mounting unit in a rack cabinet.

Ground Loops
In any audio system, there are numerous ways by which ground loops can be created. For example,
they may occur when the P-75D, P-150D and P-300D are mounted in a rack cabinet, or through AC
ground when the amps are connected with preamps and mixers. These ground loops may cause hum
and noise if care is not taken during connection. An increase in noise from ground loops may be
minimized by breaking the ground loop. Generally, the chassis ground of the signal line should be
broken as shown below.

Main AC Ground
P-75D, P-150D, P-300D

When a Y cord is used, shorten the wiring to minimize noise.

A ground lift terminal is provided on the rear of the P-75D, P-150D and P-300D. Removing the bar in
the terminals lifts ground.

Since the P-75D, P-150D and P-300D are high power amplifiers, be careful with ventilation when
they are installed. Do not block vents on the top pane. See sketch.

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Installation Precaution

Mounting in an enclosed rack cabinet

The P-75D, P-150D and P-300D are mountable in a standard 19" rack. When mounting, insert a 1-
unit-sized perforated panel between the units mounted, and place the same at the bottom of the rack.
Be sure to mount a perforated panel larger than 1 unit size at the top of the rack. This is required to
allow adequate heat ventilation. See illustration.

P-75D or
P-150D or
P-300D

P-75D or
P-150D or
P-300D

P-75D or
P-150D or
P-300D

On the road use.

The P-75D, P-150D and P-300D are sturdily constructed with an aluminum die-cast front panel that
is reinforced by means of an iron plate attached to its back. To ensure that strength is maintained
during their transportation from one place to another, however, you should also reinforce each unit
from the back of the rack with a special support bracket. This can be accomplished by removing
cord-hangers on the rear panel, and screws that hold the rear panel to chassis, and fitting the special
support brackets through the holes.

Top view Special support bracket

Side view

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Installation Precaution

Mono Operation
The P-75D, P-150D and P-300D are designed to be used as mono amplifiers by placing their mode
switches in mono positions. In the mono mode total speaker impedance should not be lower than 8
ohms.

Source Resistance and Damping Factor vs. Length and Size of Output
Leads
The following figure indicates that a 100 foot length of # 14 AWG annealed copper wire (two
conductor) yields a combined amplifier/cable source impedance of 0.5 ohms. A typical 8 ohms load
impedance is indicated, and this results in an effective damping factor of 15. (This damping factor is
less than the rated one of each model obtained with zero ohms cable resistance). Larger diameter
(lower wire gauge number) should be used for longer cable.

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 Installation Precaution

Load Protection Methods

The most common of all load protection methods
is a fuse in series with the load. The fuse may be
single, fusing the overall system, or (in the case of
multi-element speaker systems), may be multiple
with one fuse for each speaker. Fuses help prevent
damage due to prolonged overload, but provide
essentially no protection against damage that may
be done by large transients. To minimize the
problem, high speed instrumentation fuses are
recommended. For a nomograph showing fuse size
vs. loudspeaker ratings, refer to the adjacent
figure.

Fault Protection Table

Fault Protection Indication Action Restoration

Excessive current due Current limiter activates Peak LED illuminates. Remove excessive loads. Automatic restoration
to overloads. at less 2 ohms in a stereo Minimum speaker loads after normal loads are
mode, 4 ohms in a mono are 4 ohms in stereo obtained.
mode. mode, and 8 ohms in
mono mode.

Short circuits (less than Current limiter activates Protection LED Check speaker lines/ Turn off power switch.
0.4-ohm). and output relay is cut. illuminates. systems for shorts. Turn on into operational
loads.

Temperature rise of Protection LED flashes. Check for adequate Automatic restoration
heatsink (more than ventilation. after temperature lowers
105°C). (to 75° - 95°C).

DC drift. Output relay is cut. Amp protection LED Refer to qualified Automatic restoration
illuminates. service personnel. after normal bias is
regained.

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Appearance

P-75D

P-150D

P-300D

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TOA Corporation
KOBE, JAPAN

Printed in Japan
133-02-654-0A