Features of the Lab Gruppen LUCIA 60/1-70 Amplifier
- Compact mono amplifier which offers 60 W for high impedance speakers on 70 V distribution lines
- Comprehensive on-board DSP with loudspeaker processing and innovative features which enhance performance and simplifies system design and commissioning
- Configuration software wizard for initial set-up and advanced editor for preset configuration (LUCIA connection via USB) available for Windows and Mac
- Energy efficient with Energy Star certification for supreme green credentials and exceptionally low lifetime running costs
- Automatic Dynamic Loudness Contouring adapts to optimize performance at any output level
- Comprehensive DSP features with per-channel presets for high-pass filter, parametric EQ, multi-band compressor and look-ahead limiter
- Optimized presets available for a wide range of loudspeaker models for fast configuration
- Enhanced Bass Profile for extended LF response with small loudspeakers
- Proprietary Auto Load Sense automatically sets VPL (Voltage Peak Limiter) for optimum performance with any connected load
- Efficient Class-D amplifier with low distortion and minimal heat dissipation
- Compact form factor in a half-rack, 1U chassis with supplied bracket for discreet on-wall mounting
- Configurable GPIO port for remote control (e.g. wall panel) for channel switching, level control and integration with paging systems
- Comprehensive circuit protection for fail safe operation, including short circuit, thermal and under-voltage protection
- Universal power supply supports 100 – 240 V AC at 50 or 60 Hz
- Intelligent fan control for silent operation at idle and at lower output levels
- Front panel power and fault indication as well as per-channel signal LED and attenuation knob
- Balanced high quality analog inputs and amplifier outputs on detachable screw terminals
- Parallel analogue input on unbalanced RCA connectors with optimized gain for mobile and other unbalanced sources
- Rackmount kit, pole-mount kit and wall panel kits available as accessories
Specifications
General
| Number of amplifier channels | 1 |
| Max total output all channels driven | 60 W |
| Max output voltage | 100 Vpeak |
| Max output Current | 1.8 Arms |
Performance
| 70 V | 60 W |
| 100 V 1 | 30 W |
| 16 ohms | 60 W |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | >100 dBA |
Gain, Sensitivity and Limiters
| VPL | 100 Vpeak |
| Sensitivity, balanced input | 4 dBu / 1.23 Vrms |
| Sensitivity, RCA input | -2 dBu / 0.62 Vrms |
| Input headroom for clip, balanced 2 | 12 dBu / 3.09 Vrms |
| Input headroom for clip, RCA 2 | 6 dBu / 1.55 Vrms |
Connectors and Buttons
| GPO (power state output) 3 | Contact closure type, 2 pins in a detachable screw terminal Default for external monitoring of fault/protection/power off |
| USB | For firmware update and configuration with the Application Browser software |
Connectors and Switches
| Input connectors (per ch.) | 3 – pin detachable screw terminals, electronically balanced |
| Input connectors (ch. 1 & 2) | Unbalanced RCA type |
| Output connector | 2 – pin detachable screw terminal |
| GPI 3 | 2 channels of voltage sense type. 4 pins in a detachable screw terminal. Default functionality is output level for GPI1 and wake up from stand by for GPI2. |
| RS232 | Can be controlled and monitored by third parties via RS232 using both the GPI pins |
| High pass filter | This filter is in series with the other filters in the DSP and it is controlled with switches on the back. Settings OFF / 50 Hz / 80 Hz. |
| Level adjustment (per input) | Front panel potentiometer, detented from -inf to 0 dB |
Processing Features
| Input processing block 4 | 4 EQ sections per input |
| Mix matrix routing block 4 | 2 in – 1 out mix-matrix controllable from GPI |
| Output processing block 4 | 4 EQ sections per output (presets available for many loudspeakers) User adjustable output look ahead limiter ADLC (Adaptive ISO 226 compensation) |
| Latency from any input to any output | User adjustable from 9.15 to 137 ms |
Power
| Nominal voltage | 100 – 240 VAC |
| Operating voltage | 85 – 265 VAC |
| Standby consumption | <1 W |
| Mains connector | IEC inlet |
| Cooling | One fan, no filter required, front to rear airflow, temperature controlled speed. Can stay off if the sustained power average stays below 12 W and the ambient temperature is below 25 C |
| Auto mode | The power state is controlled automatically by the audio signal |
Dimensions
| Dimensions | W: 216 mm (8.5”), H: 44 mm (1 U), D: 280 mm (11”) |
Weight
Finish
| Finish | Black aluminum front and black steel chassis |
Approvals
| Approvals | CE, CSA, CCC, PSE, FCC, Energy Star |
Chris Black –
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