Specifications

8 SF-16M Matrix Amplier Installation and Operation Guide
Figure 1
DB-25 Audio Connections
SF-16M units may be linked together to create systems up to 32 inputs x 64 outputs (see p. 13 for hookup details). The
DB-25 ports streamline this type of expanstion, and also serve as a connection from Audio Authority matrix systems.
1. Source audio link between SF-16M units: When multiple SF-16M units are linked together, the DB-25 audio input
receives source audio from the DB-25 audio loop output of the previous SF-16M. The source audio originates from the
RCA audio inputs or the DB-25 audio input of the rst SF-16M chassis. (See gure 2 below).
2. Direct input from an Audio Authority audio matrix: For installations where the SF-16M is serving as an amplier
for Audio Authority audio matrix switchers such as the ADX-0808/ADX-1616 and the HLX 2278 audio output card (See
Illustration below). In this scenario, the SF-16M receives all audio content from the ADX or HLX and passes the audio
through to the amplied outputs. The HLX or ADX provides all of the matrix switching (See gure 3 below).
SF-16M CONNECTIONS - Audio Inputs
RCA Line Inputs
The SF-16M includes 16 RCA audio inputs that can be congured as mono, stereo or a
combination of both mono and stereo. Figure 1 shown below provides examples of all
congurations. NOTE: It is important that all physical input congurations are entered into the
SF-16M programming, using the PC conguration software or the front panel system menu.
1 2
3
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16
SPEAKER OUTPUTS (CLASS 2 WIRING)
ETHERNET
USB
RS-232 IN
RS-232 OUT
LINK
SPEED
701-13303B
MAIN IR
IN
MAIN IR
OUT
UNIT ID
DB25 AUDIO INPUT
CONTACT CLOSURE 5V - 24V AC / DC
AUDIO LOOP OUTPUT
LINE INPUTS
BUS
FlexPort 1
OUT
IN
1 2
IN OUT
SYSTEM
TRIGGER
AUDIO
OVERRIDE
100-120V~ 50-60 Hz
1125W
Replace Fuses Only
with T 10A, 250V
Remplacer Uniquement
avec Fusible T 10A, 250V
Set voltage selector
and install correct
fuses according to
local power supply.
Régler le sélecteur
de tension et
installer les fusibles
corrects selon
l’alimentation locale.
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1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15
A B C D E F G H
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16
L
R
16BN4020
701-13303
SF-16M 120V Rear Panel Artwork
1/2
ETL LISTED CONFORMS
TO UL STD 60065
CERTIFIED TO CAN/CSA
STD C22.2 NO. 60065
Audio Authority® Corp. • 2048 Mercer Rd. Lexington, KY 40511 USA
800-322-8346 • 859-233-4599 • www.audioauthority.com
Model SF-16M 16-Channel Matrix Amplifier
PDF User Manual
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
FlexPort 2
OUT
IN
STEREO ZONE 1 STEREO ZONE 2 STEREO ZONE 3 STEREO ZONE 4 STEREO ZONE 5 STEREO ZONE 6 STEREO ZONE 7 STEREO ZONE 8
STEREO SOURCE MONO SOURCE STEREO SOURCE
Figure 2 Figure 3
AUDIO FROM SOURCES
TO SF-16M RCA INPUTS
AUDIO FROM ADX OR HLX
TO SF-16M DB-25
DB-25
LOOP
OUT
DB-25
LOOP
OUT
RCA INPUTS ARE
NOT USED
RCA INPUTS ARE
NOT USED
Note: to create a mono
signal from a stereo
source, Audio Authority
recommends using
the SF-16M DSP for
optimal audio quality,
but when only one input
is available, a y-adapter
may be used.
ANY STEREO INPUT MAY
BE CONVERTED TO MONO
IN SF-16M DSP SETTINGS
SF-16M
SF-16MSF-16M