Tech Notes

Browse our library of technical support documentation, software, firmware and drivers...

Delta Series

** NEW SOFTWARE FOR DSP AMPS*** globcon XTA & MC2 edition - CLICK LINK ABOVE

PC Remote Software and Guides

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AudioCore Amped Edition V9.39

BUNDLED WITH PRESET LIBRARY 1.98 APRIL 2024 - Delta firmware 1.40 recommended. Note that the Amped Edition will not work with XTA processors!

MC2 PDF

Preset Library Searcher (pdf)

PDF (70 pages!) of the library that you can search on your phone...

MC2 PDF

AudioCore Amped Edition - Using the Preset Loader

Latest AudioCore :Amped Edition comes bundled with a 2000+ preset file - here's how to access it...

MC2 PDF

Choosing your Remote Connection Method

Not sure how to connect? We explain the various options - USB, Ethernet, RS485, and all possible combinations...

MC2 PDF

Remote Hardware Set-up (Delta and DPA)

How to configure the remote interfaces of your Delta (or XTA DPA) amps - info on the remote connections is also included...

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Starting AudioCore & Getting Online

Important info about connecting and how the new Comms System works, plus new basics for Delta, DPA and APA control...

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Grouping - How it Works & How To Use It

The powerful new grouping architecture simplifies system control and reduces complexity - find out how...

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AudioCore Amped Edition - Complete Guide

Complete guide to AudioCore Amped Edition. Includes the other Tech Notes in this section, plus additional info...

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Simple Remote Protocol - Amp Configuration

Firmware version 1.26 > configuring amps for remote wall panel (simple remote protocol) and AudioCore remote control...

MC2 PDF

Simple Remote Protocol

Basic serial control messages for memory recall, mutes, gain inc/dec adjustments...

MC2 Excel Document

Simple Remote Protocol Message Builder

Interactive Excel spreadsheet will build the required message for you...

MC2 PDF

How to use IP Scanner

Problems finding all your amps on an Ethernet connection? Read this first...

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IP Scanner Tool

Handy diagnostic tool to discover all Delta DSP (and XTA APA and DPA) amplifiers across all network ports...

MC2 PDF

DPanel-8 Instructions

How to connect, program and install a DPanel-8 Remote Wall Panel...

MC2 Zip

DPanel-8 Utilities

Programming app and loader app for your finished setup file for the DPanel-8 Remote...

Firmware and Drivers

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Firmware Upgrade Guide - Read BEFORE Updating Amplifiers!

Follow these steps to ensure you don't lose any settings during the upgrade process!

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USB Drivers Note - Read First!

For older Windows versions, you may need to install the driver package manually. Check this note by the USB driver manufacturer if you have issues!

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USB Driver Win 10...XP

Combined device driver and COM port driver for 32 and 64 bit systems - Win10 back to XP. Win 10 drivers auto-install if an internet connection is present.

MC2 Zip

Delta DSP Latest LOADER (Embedded Firmware)

Latest loader app & embedded firmware files for Delta DSP and XTA DPA amps.

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Dante Card Firmware Update Procedure

Required for failover/redundancy functions, AES67 support & amp naming from AudioCore > Dante Controller.

MC2 Zip

Delta DSP Dante Firmware Binaries

Dante Card Firmware Files for DSP amps

MC2 Zip

Delta Non-DSP Dante Card Firmware Binaries

Dante Card Firmware Files for Non-DSP amps

MC2 Zip

Delta DSP Preset Blanking Files

Need to erase all speaker presets from your amp? Download and install this file to clear manufacturer presets...

Guides

MC2 PDF

Delta DSP Models Quickstart Guide

Copy of the QS sheet that goes out with Delta 80DSP and Delta 100DSP...

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Delta Non-DSP Models Quickstart Guide

Copy of the QS sheet that goes out with every non-DSP amplifier in this range...

MC2 PDF

Multiple Network Cards

If you've had issues using more than one network card under Windows 7 or 10, this TechNote might just sort out your problems!

MC2 PDF

Delta Tips and Tricks

Get the inside tips for the best workflow!

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Delta DSP Models - Firmware Recovery

How to update the firmware of your Delta DSP amplifier, and recover it if something goes wrong during the process...

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Delta DSP Models - Front Panel Firmware Update

Using the PIC programming tool to update front panel hardware...

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DeltaDirect - QuickStart Quide

How to configure your Delta DSP amps to work with a Wi-Fi connection and the iPad app, plus an overview on how the app operates...

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Delta DSP Models - Reset Codes and Security Override

How to reset amplifier DSP to defaults; how to deal with a forgotten locking passcode; firmware recovery process...

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Delta DSP Models - Technical Specifications

DSP Specifications, Amplifier Power and Thermal Performance, General Weights and Dimensions...

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Delta DSP Models - Limiters Theory and Set-up

Background on look-ahead limiters, plus tables to help set up the power amp limiters and the auxiliary output limiters...

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Delta Non-DSP Models - Technical Specifications

Amplifier Power and Thermal Performance, General Weights and Dimensions for all non-DSP models...

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Delta Non-DSP Models - Internal Gain Adjustment

The non-DSP amplifiers' gain can be changed from 32dB to 26dB using internal links...

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Delta Non-DSP Models - Disabling Front Panel Controls

The gain controls on the front panels of non-DSP Delta amplifiers can be disabled (set to 0dB) with internal links...

MC2 PDF

Delta Non-DSP Models - Switching to Dante Inputs

Useful notes about using the Dante inputs on the non-DSP amplifiers...

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Delta DSP - New COM Port Every Time New Amp Connected on USB

How to stop Windows installing new drivers every time...

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Delta 40 and DSP40 - Using the Backup Speaker Inputs

The Phoenix connectors on the rear panel are Speaker INPUTS for safety backup, NOT Amplifier Outputs!

MC2 PDF

Delta DSP - GPIO Configuration and Use

VCA control, mutes, standby, mem recall and amp health outputs all via the GPIO rear port, using simple hardware...

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Delta DSP - Source Failover
(96KB)

Set up & configure the 3 tier source redundancy implemented from firmware V1.31 onwards...

MC2 PDF

Delta 20 - 70/100V Line Systems

Delta 20 can be fitted with transformers on each or every channel - example systems plus theory guide...

MC2 PDF

Delta 20 Crossover Card Guide

A complete configuration and usage guide for MC2 Delta 20 (D20ND) internal crossover cards.

MC2 Zip

Fitting Dante Cards to Delta Amplifiers

Guides to fitting DANTE network cards to Delta amplifiers.

Previous Firmware Releases (please contact us before downgrading firmware!)

MC2 PDF

Guide to V1.20 Firmware Update

Follow this guide to ensure any memories you have in your Delta DSP amps are preserved during the firmware update process!

MC2 Zip

Delta DSP Firmware V1.20

Loader app & firmware files for Delta DSP amps. Update essential to work with AudioCore Amped Edition Release 9.23.

MC2 Zip

Delta DSP Firmware V1.15

Loader app & firmware files for Delta DSP amps. Update essential to work with AudioCore Amped Edition Release 9.10.

General

General Documents

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100V Line Distributed Audio Systems

How they work and how to specify them...

MC2 PDF

How to Adjust Amplifier Gain

Internal adjustments and settings for all amplifiers...

MC2 PDF

Crest Factor and Amplifier Power

Determining power requirements of your amplifier...

MC2 PDF

Amplifier Power Measurement

Details of how we measure our power output specifications...

MC2 PDF

How to Install Crossover Cards

Instructions on how to fit cards to all amplifiers...

Music Samples for Amplifier Power Measurement

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Crest Factor = ~2.8 (Heavy program)

These samples need to be looped and offer only approximate crest factor values.

MC2 Zip

Crest Factor = ~4.8 (Average program)

These samples need to be looped and offer only approximate crest factor values.

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Crest Factor = ~7.8 (Light program)

These samples need to be looped and offer only approximate crest factor values.

iCore [Ver 2.31] - Inc. Software

Software

MC2 Zip

Download iCore

Get the latest version , free of charge here...

Guides

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Getting Started with iCore

A quick start guide to get you up and running with the software...

MC2 PDF

Version 2 Guide

New features in this release (also available through software help)...

Ti Series

Firmware & Drivers

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Ti1048 USB Driver Win10 64-bit

Compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 7 (64-bit edition)

MC2 Zip

Ti1048 USB Driver Win10 32-bit

Compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 7 (32-bit edition)

MC2 Zip

Ti1048 USB Driver WinXP 64-bit

Compatible with Windows XP (64-bit edition)

MC2 Zip

Ti1048 USB Driver WinXP 32-bit

Compatible with Windows XP (32-bit edition)

MC2 Zip

Ti1048 Latest Firmware and Loader

Zip file contains firmware for Ti1048 and all XTA products...

MC2 Zip

Ti Series Amplifier and BoB Firmware

Zip file contains 2 & 4 ch amp, Dante and Cobranet Bob firmware files...

Guides

MC2 PDF

VCA Operation with an External Volume Control

Configure GPI ports to analogue voltage input for remote gain adjust...

MC2 PDF

Setting up a Backup Amplifier Scenario

If one amplifier fails, other amp will take over automatically...

MC2 PDF

Overview of Ti System Monitoring Options

Comparisons of unmanaged and managed systems...

MC2 PDF

How to Disable Amplifier Volume Controls

Stop unwanted front panel adjustments on two channel Ti amplifiers...

MC2 PDF

Restoring Factory Defaults

How to wipe the memory on two channel Ti amplifiers...

MC2 PDF

Restoring Factory Defaults - Ti-4250

How to wipe the memory on the Ti-4250...

MC2 PDF

How to Disable Amplifier Volume Controls

Stop unwanted front panel adjustments on the Ti-4250...

MC2 PDF

How to Adjust the Amplifier's Maximum Gain

Internal adjustment for two channel Ti amplifiers...

MC2 PDF

Amplifier Firmware Update Recovery

Manual loading of amplifier firmware in the event of a failure...

MC2 PDF

Breakout Firmware Update Recovery

Manual loading of breakout box (BoB) firmware in the event of a failure...

MC2 PDF

How to Adjust the Amplifier's Maximum Gain

Internal adjustment for the Ti-4250...

MC2 PDF

Automatic Muting from Fire Alarm or Building Management

Configure GPI ports on amplifiers for mute control...

MC2 PDF

Ti Series Amplifiers Quickstart Guide

Copy of the QS sheet that goes out with every amplifier in this range...

MC2 PDF

Signalling Fault Conditions to Building Management

Configure GPI ports to flag errors and using isolated relay output...

MC2 PDF

WP1048 - Wall Panel Setup Guide

How to connect an XTA WP1048 preset recall touch panel to an Ti1048...

E Series

Guides

MC2 PDF

Dynamic Amplifier Behaviour

What defines a dynamic amplifier and how they perform...

MC2 PDF

How to Adjust the Amplifier's Maximum Gain (E15/25/45)

Internal adjustment for the E15, E25 and E45 two channel amplifiers...

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How to Adjust the Amplifier's Maximum Gain (E475)

Internal adjustment for the E475 quad channel amplifier...

MC2 PDF

How to Adjust the Amplifier's Maximum Gain (E90)

Internal adjustment for the E90 two channel amplifier...

MC2 PDF

How to Adjust the Amplifier's Maximum Gain (E100)

Internal adjustment for the E100 quad channel amplifier...

MC2 PDF

How to Adjust the Amplifier's Mains Operating Voltage (E15/25/45/475)

Internal adjustment for these models to swap between 220V and 240V...

MC2 PDF

How to connect an E90 in Bridge Mode

Wiring the required adapter to handle the very high currents...

MC2 PDF

E Series Amplifiers Quickstart Guide

Copy of the QS sheet that goes out with every amplifier...

T Series

Guides

MC2 PDF

How to Adjust the Amplifier's Maximum Gain (T2000/3500)

Gain adjustment only available on these amplifiers in this range...

MC2 PDF

How to Fit Newer Air Intake Front Panel (T2000 only)

Front panels with centre holes for greater air intake...

MC2 PDF

How to Fit Newer Air Intake Front Panel (T500/1000/1500/4-250)

Front panels with centre holes for greater air intake...

MC2 PDF

T Series Amplifiers Quickstart Guide

Copy of the QS sheet that goes out with every amplifier in this range...

S Series

Guides

MC2 PDF

How to Adjust the Amplifier's Maximum Gain (S800/1400)

Internal adjustment for both amplifiers...

MC2 PDF

S Series Amplifiers Quickstart Guide

Copy of the QS sheet that goes out with every amplifier...