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Lab.gruppen IPD 1200 Operation Manual

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IPD SERIES
Rev. 2.0.0
Item no. OM-IPD
Touring and Installation Amplifiers
Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 IPD SERIES Rev. 2.0.0 Item no. OM-IPD Touring and Installation Amplifiers Operation Manual...
  • Page 2 Important Safety Instructions Important safety instructions Before using your IPD Series, be sure to carefully read the applicable items of this Operation Manual and the Safety Instructions. Standards Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water.
  • Page 3 Important Safety Instructions Warnings Radio interference To reduce risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this A sample of this product has been tested and complies with apparatus to rain or moisture. the limits for the European Electro Magnetic Compatibility Français: Pour réduire les risques d’incendie ou de choc (EMC) directive.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Introduction 1.1. Welcome 1.2. Features 2. Front panel 3. Rear panel 4. Signal flow block diagram 5. Amplifier installation 5.1. Unpacking and visual check 5.2. Rack installation 5.3. Cooling requirements 6. Amplifier connections 6.1.
  • Page 5 Table of Contents 10. IntelliDrive Controller Set-up and DSP Configuration 10.1. Setting up and modifying amplifier groups 10.2. Device (Amplifier) Set-Up 10.3. Input mixing 10.4. Level, limiter and channel link setting 10.5. Input EQ and delay setting 10.6. Output EQ and delay setting 10.7.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    This manual was created for the IPD Series IPD 1200 and IPD 2400 amplifier models. All references to “IPD Series” in this manual apply to both models.

  • Page 7: Features

    1. Introduction 1.2. Features • High power density with up to 2400 W in 1 U • Two models: 2 × 600 W or 2 × 1200 W (at 4 ohms) • Low mains current draw with proven IDEEA technology ®...

  • Page 8: Front Panel

    2. Front panel 2. Front panel The following indicators and controls are available on the front panel: 1 MENU - Selects MENU mode and confirms a given preset name. 2 BACK - Moves backward through menu layers in MENU mode. 3 MUTE - Mutes corresponding channel as indicated.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    3. Rear panel 3. Rear panel The following indicators and controls are available on the rear panel: 1 ANALOG INPUTS and LINK - XLR-F input connectors provided for each channel, with XLR-M link output connectors. 2 AES3 INPUT and LINK - AES3 digital inputs are on an XLR-F connector with a link output on an XLR-M connector.

  • Page 10: Signal Flow Block Diagram

    5.2. Rack installation IPD 1200 - Depth is 272 mm (10.7”) rack ear to back panel. Weight is approximately 4.6 kg (10.1 lbs). Rear support brackets are included and use is recommended in all applications.

  • Page 11: Amplifier Connections

    6. Amplifier connections 6. Amplifier connections 6.1. AC line input / operating voltage All IPD Series amplifiers have a universal power supply that operates on mains from 100 - 240 V at 50 or 60 Hz. The IEC receptacle on the rear panel accepts the supplied IEC cord which terminates in a connector plug appropriate for the country of sale.

  • Page 12: Loudspeaker Connections

    6. Amplifier connections 6.3. Loudspeaker connections Two types of power output connections are available on IPD Series amplifiers: Neutrik speakON and binding post. Outputs for the two connector types are internally connected in parallel. Loudspeakers may be connected to both connectors at the same time;...
  • Page 13 6. Amplifier connections Figure 1 Cat-5e (direct connection may require crossed cable or MDI/X capable NIC) Cat-5e PC or Mac (direct connection may require crossed cable or MDI/X capable NIC) PC or Mac Network Router Cat-5e Figure 2 (direct connection may require Network Router crossed cable or MDI/X capable NIC) PC or Mac...

  • Page 14: Network Configuration

    7.1. Downloading the installation folder The installation files for IPD Controller may be downloaded free of charge from the Support section of the Lab.gruppen web site: http://labgruppen.com/support/software_firmware/ Click on the appropriate link and follow the on-screen instructions. Note the destination location of the downloaded installation folder in case you need to find it when the download is completed.

  • Page 15: Mac Software Installation

    7.4. iPad App download and installation Download the IntelliDrive Controller iPad App from the App Store. Search for “Lab.gruppen” or “IntelliDrive”. The app is free. The user interface layout is the same as on the Windows version, and most key operator functions are available.

  • Page 16: Operation With Default Preset

    8. Operation with default preset 8. Operation with default preset An IPD Series amplifier may be operated “out of the box” as a standard stereo amplifier. For this application, there is no need to connect the network, download the software, or program a preset in the DSP. Default parameters are as follows: Input mixer: Analog 1 and AES 1 routed to channel 1...
  • Page 17 9. IntelliDrive controller overview The following features and functions are accessible in the Global View: 1. Global Control Panel a. Global INFO - Shows the total number of amplifiers connected on the network, current number muted and current number off. b.

  • Page 18: Global (System) Menus

    9. IntelliDrive controller overview 9.3. Global (System) Menus The following operations can be accessed using the Menu selections: 1. File - Select Quit to exit IntelliDrive Controller. 2. Tools - a. Set Software Password - Sets password for access to IntelliDrive Controller. Important Note: Make careful note of the password as you will be prompted to enter it when starting IntelliDrive Controller.
  • Page 19 9. IntelliDrive controller overview to ON, the screen saver will always be activated. viii. Lock Unit - Locks the device. Only allowed functions (see above) may be performed while unit is locked. Unit must be unlocked via the Enter Password menu command. ix.

  • Page 20: Intellidrive Controller Set-Up And Dsp Configuration

    9. IntelliDrive controller overview These tabs are: To Recall a preset from the Device, select the preset from the drop-down menu and click/tap on operation. (See Section 10.3) Levels - Presents facilities for setting input and output levels, setting limiters, and allows an option for linking channels to duplicate settings.

  • Page 21: Device (Amplifier) Set-Up

    10. IntelliDrive Controller Set-up and DSP Configuration 3. Description - Enter description of Group. This text is for reference only and does not affect operation in any way. 4. Members - Click on Select to add or remove units from the Group. Amplifier units may be assigned to more than one group.

  • Page 22: Input Eq And Delay Setting

    10. IntelliDrive Controller Set-up and DSP Configuration capability of the amplifier. This setting avoids current clip, ensuring best possible sound when reaching the clipping threshold. Note: There is no auto-detection of the loudspeaker impedance; therefore, the user must set the proper impedance for an accurate reading of values on the other parameters. However, the function of the limiter is not affected by the nominal impedance entered.

  • Page 23: Output Eq And Delay Setting

    10. IntelliDrive Controller Set-up and DSP Configuration 10.6. Output EQ and delay setting 1. Stereo mode - In stereo mode, the Output EQ and Delay allow insertion of additional filters and additional delay. Features and operation are identical to Input EQ and Delay in Section 10.5. 2.

  • Page 24: Updating Amplifier Firmware

    11. Updating amplifier firmware 11. Updating amplifier firmware There are three ways to update firmware on IPD units; each method serves different purpose. 1. Global View/Tools/”Firmware Update All units”. This updater allows simultaneous update of all IPDs connected to the network and has built in mechanisms that scan the version number of the units so that only those units with old firmware are updated.

  • Page 25: Third Party Control

    13. Third party control 13. Third party control Lab.gruppen IPD Series of amplifiers can be controlled directly using any Telnet client software using the same TCP/IP network connection used for IntelliDrive Controller. (IntelliDrive Controller software need not be active or even installed on the host computer to enable third-party software control.) However, only limited control functions...

  • Page 26: Appendices

    15. Appendices 15. Appendices 15.1. Front-panel menu tree Presets Meters Device Config Input 1 & 2 Output 1 & 2 Device Info Imput Device Software Serial Gain Load Mixer Mode Gain Delay Mixer Name Version Number X-Over Store I/O Meters Delay Link Temperature...

  • Page 27: Thermal Dissipation Charts

    15. Appendices 15.2. Thermal dissipation charts Model - IPD 1200 IPD 1200 Mains Line Level Load Rated power Watt *1) Thermal Dissipation voltage current IAC *2) Dissipated BTU/hr kCal/hr 0.07 6.50 Standby w. remote Power Off. 0.01 6.05 6.05 0.21 25.80...
  • Page 28 15. Appendices 15.2. Thermal dissipation charts Model - IPD 2400 IPD 2400 Mains Line Level Load Rated power Watt *1) Thermal Dissipation voltage current IAC *2) Dissipated BTU/hr kCal/hr 0.088 7.10 Standby w. remote Power Off. 0.0981 6.45 0.11 6.45 0.229 28.20 Power on, Idling...

  • Page 29: Technical Specifications

    15. Appendices 15.3. Technical specifications Model - IPD 1200 General Number of channels (not bridgable) Maximum total output power 1200 W Output voltage 70 V peak / 50 Vrms / 36.2 dBu Output current 16 Arms Max. Output Power (all ch.’s driven)
  • Page 30 15. Appendices 15.3. Technical specifications Model - IPD 2400 General Number of channels (not bridgable) Maximum total output power 2400 W Output voltage 100 V peak / 70 Vrms / 39.2 dBu Output current 20 Arms Max. Output Power (all ch.’s driven) 2 ohms 800 W 4 ohms...

  • Page 31: Warranty And Support

    Lab.gruppen dealer. If the product fails to perform as specified during the warranty period, Lab.gruppen will undertake to repair, or at its option, replace this product at no charge to its owner, provided the unit is returned undamaged, shipping prepaid, to an authorized service facility or to the factory.
  • Page 32 16. Warranty and support 16.2.2. Factory service In the event a Lab.gruppen product requires factory service, you may contact Lab.gruppen’s service department for return instructions and a Return Authorization number. Please note for product return: 6. Use the original packing.
  • Page 33 Notes Notes IPD SERIES Operation Manual rev 2.0.0...
  • Page 34 Notes Notes IPD SERIES Operation Manual rev 2.0.0...
  • Page 35 Notes Notes IPD SERIES Operation Manual rev 2.0.0...
  • Page 36 IDEEA and IntelliDrive Controller are trademarks of Lab.gruppen AB. All other trademarks remain the property of their respective owners. Copyright © 2015 MUSIC Group Innovation Sweden AB. All rights reserved.

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