Feature Summary; Installation - Lab.gruppen PLM+ Series Quick Start Manual

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PLM + SERIES
Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Lab.gruppen PLM+ Series for your sound reinforcement needs. We are confident that you will be pleased with the performance,
unique features, configuration flexibility, reliability, and long-term durability offered by this product.
For fast installation and use of this product, your welcome package includes this printed copy of the PLM+ Series Quick Start Guide. It provides a brief introduction to
the features and functionality of the PLM+ Series, and it also contains the information required to safely install the product and place it in service. Please read through
thoroughly to become acquainted with the basic configuration and control options available. It is recommended that you also review the full PLM+ Series manual and
Lake Controller manual, available from www.labgruppen.com.
Thank you again for placing your confidence in Lab.gruppen products.

Feature summary

Amplifier Platform Features
• Four channels with four levels of total available frame power output: 20000 W, 12000 W, 8000 W, and 5000 W (@ 2.67 ohms)
• Rational 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 5900 W (PLM 5K44 = 2000 W) power output drawing from total available power in each frame
• Dedicated on-board surveillance and load monitoring for voice alarm applications
• Advanced universal power supply
• Regulated Switch-Mode Power Supply (R.SMPS™) maintains stability through fluctuations in mains voltage
• Best-in-class Power Factor Correction (PFC)
• Current Draw Modeling (CDM™) reduces peak mains draw
• Breaker Emulation Limiter (BEL™) responds to available mains distribution
• Under-Voltage Limiting (UVL™) allows continued operation through mains voltage drop
• CAFÉ (Configuring Amplifiers For the Environment) software incorporates ESP™ (Equipment Specification Predictor) to assist in design,
equipment specification and commissioning
• Features controlled by on-board DSP
• Amp Gain (Sensitivity) - Input gain (sensitivity) is set in the digital domain and controlled via Lake Controller software
• ISVPL™ - The Inter-Sample Voltage Peak Limiter (ISVPL) tailors each channel's power output to the characteristics of the connected load.
• Load Verification & Performance Monitoring - A comprehensive set of proprietary DSP-based tools enables load verification and real-time performance monitoring.
Lake Processing Features
• Lake's exclusive classic/linear-phase/FIR speaker processing platform with four throughputs
• Group control with Raised Cosine™ MESA EQ™ asymmetric filters
• LimiterMax™ peak and RMS limiters
• Extensive loudspeaker preset database
• Comprehensive clocking management system with low latency sample rate conversion
• Full support for Dante Controller
• Multiple and redundant inputs with programmable failover
• Comprehensive 3rd party protocol for integration potential with third- party matrix systems via purpose-developed middleware

Installation

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
leaving the factory and should arrive in perfect condition. If any damage is discovered, please notify the shipping company immediately. Only the consignee may
initiate a claim with the carrier or their insurers for damage incurred during shipping. Save the carton and packing materials for the carrier's inspection.
Included in the box
In addition to the PLM+ device, the shipping carton includes the following items:
• PLM+ Quick Start Guide (this Document)
• AC mains lead (power cable) with Neutrik® powerCON® connector (PLM 20K44, 12K44 and 8K44 only) and AC socket plug according to ordering selection.
PLM 5K44 uses a locking IEC connector.
• Rear brackets for additional rack support (pair) along with associated mounting hardware.
Please keep the original carton and associated packaging to facilitate shipping of the device should the need arise.
Mounting
PLM+ is made for mounting in 19 inch racks. Four screw holes are available for attachment of the amplifier to the racks front rack rail. This device has no top or bottom
vents; therefore, units may be stacked directly on top of one another. Sufficient space should be available at the rear to accommodate connectors and cables. In
addition, allowance must be made for cable or loom bends within a rack.
Rear Mounting
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 brackets to the vertical rails at the rear of the rack. The support brackets are reversible and may be fitted to point either to the front or rear of the rack;
the proper orientation depends on the rack depth and position of the rear rack rails.
Rear support bracket with mounting hardware
Rear support bracket mounted for fixed
installation and bracket pointing forward
Quick Start Guide
Rear support bracket mounted for removable
installation and bracket pointing towards back
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