Lab.gruppen PLM 12K44 Quick Start Manual Download Page 27

15. Technical Specifications 

PLM+ SERIES  Quick Start Guide  rev 1.0.0

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PLM 12K44

PLM 20K44

Gain

Amplifier gain

22 - 44 dB, step size 0.1 dB

22 - 44 dB, step size 0.1 dB

Analog attenuator

- Inf to 0 dB, step size 0.25 dB

- Inf to 0 dB, step size 0.25 dB

Rear-panel interface

Analog inputs

4 x 3 pin XLR, electronically balanced

4 x 3 pin XLR, electronically balanced

AES inputs

2 x 3 pin XLR

2 x 3 pin XLR

Output connectors

Neutrik speakON (1 x NLT8, 2 x NLT4) or 4 binding posts (pairs)

Neutrik speakON (1 x NLT8, 2 x NLT4) or 4 binding posts (pairs)

Auto 100/1000, Auto Uplink

2 x RJ45 etherCON

2 x RJ45 etherCON

Control and monitoring interface

Via Ethernet for Lake Controller software, or DLM (the 3rd 

party protocol)

Via Ethernet for Lake Controller software, or DLM (the 3rd 

party protocol)

Detachable mains cord

Neutrik powerCON 32 A

Neutrik powerCON 32 A

Cooling

Three fans front-to-rear airflow, temperature controlled speed

Three fans front-to-rear airflow, temperature controlled speed

Front-panel interface

Display

2.5 inch, Black / white, daylight readable LCD

2.5 inch, Black / white, daylight readable LCD

Fault / Warning / Limit / Clip indicators

RGB LED’s and detailed fault description on display

RGB LED’s and detailed fault description on display

Mute and soft function buttons

8 provided

8 provided

Standby Power button

On / Standby

On / Standby

Mute Enable button

Enables muting of outputs and inputs via soft-button keypad

Enables muting of outputs and inputs via soft-button keypad

Meter button

Toggles through meter views

Toggles through meter views

Menu button

Provides a menu driven interface for full function front panel 

control

Provides a menu driven interface for full function front panel 

control

Rotary Encoder

Yes

Yes

Exit button

Provides a “back” function

Provides a “back” function

Mains power

Nominal voltage

100 - 240 V AC 45- 66 Hz

100 - 240 V AC 45- 66 Hz

Operating voltage

70 - 265 V AC

70 - 265 V AC

Mains wall plug

NEMA L5-30 “Twist lock” 125 V / 30 A, and CEE 7/7 

“Schuko” 230 V / 16 A

NEMA L5-30 “Twist lock” 125 V / 30 A, and CEE 7/7 

“Schuko” 230 V / 16 A

Power supply features

Soft start / Inrush power

Yes / Max 8 Ampere

Yes / Max 8 Ampere

Power Factor Correction (PFC)

0.98

0.98

Regulated switch mode power supply

Yes

Yes

Breaker Emulation Limiter (BEL)

Configurable current threshold and breaker profile

Configurable current threshold and breaker profile

BEL max current threshold

25 A

32 A

Power Average Limiter (PAL)

Yes

Yes

Under Voltage Limiter (UVL)

Yes

Yes

Mains under voltage and overvoltage protection

and mains glitch tolerance

Yes

Yes

Dimensions

Rack rail to rear panel

W: 483 mm (19”), H: 88 mm (2 U), D: 424 mm (16.7”)

W: 483 mm (19”), H: 88 mm (2 U), D: 424 mm (16.7”)

Overall depth including handles and rear support

D: 498 mm (19.6”)

D: 498 mm (19.6”)

Weight

16.5 kg (36 lbs)

17 kg (37 lbs)

Finish

Black painted steel chassis with black painted steel / aluminium 

front

Black painted steel chassis with black painted steel / aluminium 

front

Approvals

CE, ANSI / UL 60065 (ETL), CSA C22.2 NO. 60065, FCC, 

PSE, RCM, BIS India

CE, ANSI / UL 60065 (ETL), CSA C22.2 NO. 60065, FCC, 

PSE, RCM, BIS India

Note 1):

 Lab.gruppen burst power (1 kHz, 25 ms burst power @ 150 BPM, 12 dB Crest factor)

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Intercooler, Class TD and Lake are national and/or international registered trademarks of Lab.gruppen AB. PLM, Powered Loudspeaker Management, R.SMPS, LoadLibrary, LoadSmart, 
SpeakerSafe, BEL, UVL and ISVPL are trademarks of Lab.gruppen AB. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Contour, Mesa Quad EQ, Mesa 
Parametric EQ, Raised Cosine Equalization, LimiterMax and Iso-Float are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Audinate is a registered trademark of Audinate Pty Ltd. Dante and Zen are trademarks 
of Audinate Pty Ltd. All other trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.

Copyright © 2014 Lab.gruppen AB.

All rights reserved.

Summary of Contents for PLM 12K44

Page 1: ...PLM SERIES PoweredLouspeakerManagement System Rev 1 0 0 Quick Start Guide PLM 20K44 PLM 12K44 Item no QSG PLM SERIES Incorporating technologies from...

Page 2: ...risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture 17 Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids such as vases a...

Page 3: ...for the European Electro Magnetic Compatibility EMC directive This equipment has also been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules...

Page 4: ...responsibility 3 3 4 1 Mains connection grounding 3 3 4 2 Speaker output hazard on amplifiers 3 3 4 3 Radio interference 3 3 4 4 Speaker damage 3 3 4 5 Maintenance 3 5 Introduction 6 5 1 Welcome 6 6 F...

Page 5: ...etup 16 13 1 1 Network connections topology 16 13 1 2 Network configuration 16 13 2 Software installation and firmware update 17 13 2 1 Lake Controller software suite 17 13 2 2 CAF software 17 13 2 3...

Page 6: ...l Power Management RPM True flexibility in allocating power output across each channel to match requirement for more efficient use of amplifier inventory Any channel is capable of delivering up to 590...

Page 7: ...ddleware 7 Installation 7 1 Unpacking Carefully open the shipping carton and check for any damage to the device or the supplied accessories Every Lab gruppen product is tested and inspected before lea...

Page 8: ...rack 7 2 1 RearMounting Two rear support brackets along with associated mounting hardware are included with the PLM device It is strongly recommended that these are used wherever possible Fit the bra...

Page 9: ...r more PLM devices in a rack with other fan cooled equipment confirm that all other equipment also uses front to rear airflow for cooling If this precaution is not observed there is a risk of overheat...

Page 10: ...plifiers nominal voltage range Connecting the amplifier in three phase delta configuration In three phase configuration where the phases are 120 degrees apart one can connect three balanced loads in a...

Page 11: ...10 2 1 1 Handles Handles should be used when carrying and when fitting into or removing from a rack Ensure that rack doors or covers have sufficient depth to clear the handles 2 Dust Filters Two dust...

Page 12: ...er view The four LEDs display mute status red mute green unmute as well as fault and warning indications Global faults and warnings are indicated by simultaneous illumination of all four LEDs Please r...

Page 13: ...3 Inputs Two latching XLR 3F connectors accept four channels of AES3 digital audio Input impedance is 110 ohms ensure that 110 ohm digital audio cables are used Output Connectors Your device will be e...

Page 14: ...iguration is required for a dual redundant network setup See the Lake Controller Operation Manual for further details Note Do not create a closed loop when configuring multiple devices in an Ethernet...

Page 15: ...ing ISVPL limiter RPM and load monitoring 5 Power Amplifier INPUTS Dante Receivers 1 8 AES 1 4 Analog 1 4 OUTPUTS Dante 1 8 no mutes AES Analog pass through to Dante Input Routers 1 4 WITH INPUT MUTES...

Page 16: ...io along with control data Note If using Dante audio in the network the audio traffic needs to be filtered from reaching the wireless links 13 1 2 Networkconfiguration Frames are configured by default...

Page 17: ...re all frames are powered on and connected through a wired network 2 Launch the Lake firmware update utility LakeUpdate exe 3 Select the appropriate product range 4 If more than one network adapter is...

Page 18: ...e menu bar at the bottom of the screen to access the Module Menu and scroll bar 6 On the Module scroll bar the frame is represented with a frame containing four discs These are labeled A B C and D eac...

Page 19: ...displays a block diagram for the Modules Tapping the different blue blocks will access the configuration screens for Input mixer Levels Input EQ Delay and Output EQ Crossover respectively The magnify...

Page 20: ...the Events and Control dialog with the return button and return to the main area by tapping the I O Config EXIT button Levels Control Drag sliders and tap mute buttons for module input and output cha...

Page 21: ...ms modules can be placed in groups Groups menu from the MAIN page for control of multiple units 13 4 RationalPowerManagement Rational Power Management RPM is a unique Lab gruppen feature that allows f...

Page 22: ...are allows users to create an advanced custom power allocation scheme Switching to Custom mode disables the Automatic mode When RPM is active an RPM icon will be displayed next to the Actual ISVPL val...

Page 23: ...ues but protection might be compromised No load monitoring Restart device if not cleared it needs service Fault A D converter power supply fault A D PSU FAULT Voltage supply to the analog input conver...

Page 24: ...ds service Fault Mains voltage above 400 volt peak MAINS 400 VPK Power supply detects mains voltage above 400 volt peak Protective shut down auto restart attempt Check mains distribution connection Fa...

Page 25: ...rature Improve cooling or reduce output power to avoid temperature becoming critical Fault Temp Fault amplifier channel TEMP FAULT Amplifier channel has reached internal protection limit Automatically...

Page 26: ...cessing Up to 4 modules of Classic linear phase FIR cross over EQ delay LimiterMax peak and RMS limiters Up to 4 modules of Classic linear phase FIR cross over EQ delay LimiterMax peak and RMS limiter...

Page 27: ...AC 45 66 Hz 100 240 V AC 45 66 Hz Operating voltage 70 265 V AC 70 265 V AC Mains wall plug NEMA L5 30 Twist lock 125 V 30 A and CEE 7 7 Schuko 230 V 16 A NEMA L5 30 Twist lock 125 V 30 A and CEE 7 7...

Page 28: ...by the warranty Units on which the serial number has been removed or defaced will not be eligible for warranty service Lab gruppen shall not be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages...

Page 29: ...ation number Please note for product return 1 Use the original packing 2 Include a copy of the sales receipt your name return address phone and fax number email address and description of the defect 3...

Page 30: ...30 PLM SERIES QuickStartGuide rev1 0 0 Notes Notes...

Page 31: ...31 PLM SERIES QuickStartGuide rev1 0 0 Notes Notes...

Page 32: ...product specification is subject to change RPM R SMPS PFC CDM BEL UVL CAF ESP ISVPL Iso Float Raised Cosine MESA EQ LimiterMax and LoadLibrary are trademarks of Lab gruppen AB All other trademarks re...

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