Lab.gruppen PLM series Quick Start Manual
Plm series powered loudspeaker management systems
Hide thumbs
Also See for PLM series:
- Operation manual (107 pages) ,
- Quick start manual (38 pages) ,
- Network configuration manual (17 pages)
Related Manuals for Lab.gruppen PLM series
Summary of Contents for Lab.gruppen PLM series
- Page 1 Quick Start and Field Reference Guide Operation Manual Series ™ Powered Loudspeaker Management systems ™ Rev. 1.0.6 Item no. QSG-PLM...
-
Page 2: Table Of Contents
6.6 Gain / Level Optimization........................20 7. Quick Guide Overview ..........................22 7.1 Front Panel Overview ..........................22 7.2 Rear Panel Overview ..........................24 7.2.1 Input connectors and Links ......................25 7.2.2 Output connectors..........................26 7.2.3 Network connectors ........................27 PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6... - Page 3 Table of Contents 7.2.4 AC input ............................27 8. Technical Specifications ..........................28 9. Warranty ..............................30 PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6...
-
Page 4: Approvals
Lorsque la prise du réseau d’alimentation est utilisés comme dispositif de déconnexion, ce dispositif doit demeuré aisément accessible. 3.1.2 CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove screws. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6... -
Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
As the power output channels produce high voltage, do not connect or disconnect speaker cables when the mains power is on. PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6... -
Page 6: Radio Interference
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 3.3.4 Speaker damage Your PLM Series device is very powerful and can be potentially dangerous to both loudspeakers and humans alike. Many loudspeakers can be easily damaged or destroyed by overpowering them. Always check the speaker’s continuous and peak power capabilities. -
Page 7: Welcome
PLM Series Operation Manual. Also, if you intend to use the PLM Series unit(s) as part of networked systems, or access monitoring and control features via the Lake Controller software application, then you may need to refer to the following complementary documents. -
Page 8: Lab.gruppen Documents
PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide – This document provides basic information needed to unpack, install, and access basic feature sets of the PLM Series. A printed copy is included with your unit. PLM Series Network Configuration Guide – This document provides detailed information on creating net- works of PLM Series units, with sample network topologies and specific recommendations for third-party networking devices. -
Page 9: Installation
® at least 120 mm (4.75 inches) clear rack depth behind the PLM rear panel. The PLM Series products have no top or bottom vents; PLM’s may be stacked directly on top of each other. It may be desirable to include a 1U spacer between PLMs to permit more convenient rear panel wiring. - Page 10 5.3c may be used as it does not involve any permanently secured fixing at the rear of the unit. Figure 5.3a: Rear support mounting hardware Figure 5.3c: Use tube for slide-on installation Figure 5.3b: Use washer for fixed installation PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6...
-
Page 11: Cooling
(AC cord) only to an AC source of the voltage shown on the label. Any damage resulting from a PLM Series product being connected to an AC source of incorrect voltage will not be covered by the warranty. PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6... -
Page 12: Grounding
In the interests of safety, NEVER disconnect the earth (ground) pin on the mains cable (AC power cord). Use correctly-shielded balanced audio input connections to minimise hum and interference. Refer to section 10.2.1 for more information. PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6... -
Page 13: Quick Start Tutorial
The information will allow a user to achieve a basic level of understanding of the PLM Series system architecture while also setting up the unit for a basic system application. A tutorial in section 6.4 takes you through the basic procedure for installing the software and setting up the PLM for use with a “generic”... -
Page 14: Software And Firmware Updates
6.3.2 Software and Firmware Updates Lab.gruppen strive to improve and update the capabilities of PLM Series products. Many of these improve- ments are available to PLM Series users as free updates of the Lake Controller software application and PLM Series firmware. -
Page 15: Networked Applications
6.3.3 Networked Applications The PLM Series implements a full Ethernet stack, and is a fully functional networked device. Control, monitoring and digital audio (via the Dante network) are available via the Ethernet connections. For informa- ™... - Page 16 If the faders are not already so positioned, move Input 2’s fader down until the button below the fader shows Input 2 OFF and turns red. Move Input 1’s fader up its PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6...
- Page 17 The following settings in the left-hand pane should be made automatically by default: ▸ Digital Clock: Internal – 96 kHz ▸ Input Configuration: Auto: Auto; Type: Analog; Offset/Headroom: 26 dBu ▸ Dante Configuration: Dante Disabled PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6...
- Page 18 35 dB. We will assume that these settings are satisfactory for this illustration. From the I/O Config screen, tap the Lab.gruppen Info button on the menu bar. The PLM Series Module Status tab should open. If a different tab opens (the last accessed always opens), tap the Status tab to switch to it.
-
Page 19: Gain Settings
6.5 Gain Settings The architecture of the PLM Series provides gain adjustments at a number of points in the signal flow path. Thus, there are many places in which one can adjust the levels in the PLM. Each point serves a different purpose. -
Page 20: Gain / Level Optimization
This configuration scheme, though unusual, allows for backwards compatibility with other Dolby products. (Set in Lab.gruppen Info, Control tab.) 6.6 Gain / Level Optimization Optimum setting of the PLM gain structure requires particular attention to two matters: Make sure it can get loud enough. - Page 21 ISVPL Amp Gain Module Output: SpeakerSafe Phase Rev Gain/Level LimiterMax Output EQ Phase Rev RMS / Peak Mute Module Output: Gain/Level LimiterMax Output EQ Phase Rev RMS / Peak Mute PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6...
-
Page 22: Quick Guide Overview
Each block has four rows of data, which can be either alphanumeric or in the form of a bargraph meter. PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6... - Page 23 Full details can be found in section 9.10. High-intensity LED A white, high-intensity LED is located to the right of the display. This LED illuminates when the PLM Series’ control system is being accessed remotely via the Lake Controller software. Steady illumination of the white LED indicates that the unit is selected in the Lake Controller software;...
-
Page 24: Rear Panel Overview
3+/- CH 3+/- 1+/- CH 3+/- CLASS 2 WIRING 2+/- CH 2+/- 2+/- CH 2+/- 4+/- CH 4+/- 2+/- CH 4+/- Must be grounded/earthed Ser. N:o Removed! Made in Sweden PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6... -
Page 25: Input Connectors And Links
+26 dBu. Analog links Two latching XLR3M connectors are fitted adjacent to the analog input connectors. These are paralleled to the input connectors to provide an unprocessed analog loopthrough to feed additional PLM Series units, or other equipment. AES/EBU inputs A latching XLR3F connector is provided which accepts an AES/EBU digital audio signal. -
Page 26: Output Connectors
Ch. 2 o/p - Ch. 4 o/p - Ch. 3 o/p + Ch. 3 o/p - Ch. 4 o/p + Ch. 4 o/p - Table 7.2.2a Speakon wiring and pinouts for 4-channel PLMs PLM Series Quick Start and Field Reference Guide rev 1.0.6... -
Page 27: Network Connectors
Ethernet control network encom- ® passing multiple PLM Series units as well as a PC running the Lake Controller software. Network connec- tion permits full control of all PLM functions, and monitoring of all PLM operating parameters, from a remote position. -
Page 28: Technical Specifications
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 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. - Page 29 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 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 without notice.
-
Page 30: Warranty
9. Warranty General This product is manufactured by Lab.gruppen, and it is warranted to be free from any defects caused by components or factory workmanship, under normal use and service, for a period of six (6) years from date of purchase from an authorized Lab.gruppen dealer. - Page 31 9. Warranty Technical assistance and service International If your Lab.gruppen product requires repair, contact your Lab.gruppen dealer or distributor, or contact Lab. gruppen by fax or email to obtain the location of the nearest authorized service centre. Factory service In the event Lab.gruppen product requires factory service, you may contact Lab.gruppen’s service depart- ment for return instructions and a Return Authorization number.
- Page 32 Operation Manual L A B . G R U P P E N A B ► S W E D E N I N T E R N A T I O N A L C O N T A C T ► I N F O @ L A B G R U P P E N . C O M U S C O N T A C T ►...